the staff is super friendly! the food was amazing. we went in April 2026 got the "oko" with an egg…read moreand pork candy, the bao, and the Thai fried chicken. although all the food in charleston is amazing, this was my favorite! can't wait to go back!

Locals spot for in the know good Thai/asian fusion dining. Solid spot for lunches and easy-going…read moredinners. Best way to go is with family style picking a bunch of stuff to share with the group. I'll usually order all the share items and some entrees when with like 4 friends. Friendly and helpful service. Some items can get spicy and they can check if you are cool with that. Most of the seating is outdoors, but covered. So great for nice weather. Although there is seating inside with a bar. Just a laid-back atmosphere that you can't go wrong with for asian cuisine. Most locals would consider it in the top ten spots for foodies on the peninsula at a reasonable price point. Cheers!

Zen Asian Fusion delivered an incredible sushi experience and made my birthday celebration feel…read moregenuinely special. We sat at the sushi bar, which I highly recommend, and from the moment we sat down it was clear we were in good hands. We were surprised right away with a complimentary amuse‑bouche--crab stick rolled with salmon--which was a thoughtful and delicious touch. To start, I ordered the seaweed salad while Justin went with the ginger salad; both were fresh, balanced, and a perfect lead‑in to the sushi. For the main event, I ordered a spicy tuna roll and eel nigiri, and this is where Zen really shined. The spicy tuna roll was exactly what sushi lovers hope for--very light on rice and heavy on fish, something that's surprisingly hard to find around Charleston. The eel nigiri was rich, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. Justin ordered several pieces of sashimi and was equally impressed. We asked about albacore tuna (unfortunately unavailable), but were told the salmon was excellent--and moments later, we were unexpectedly served two additional pieces of sushi each. Completely unexpected and incredibly appreciated, especially for a birthday celebration. Between the quality of the fish, attention to detail, and warm hospitality, Zen Asian Fusion absolutely won us over. We've officially found our new sushi spot and can't wait to come back.

I tried Zen and was pretty impressed at the quality of the sushi and the kitchen items…read more The calamari was good. I love big pieces of squid. Squid is actually my favorite nigiri. You definitely might need to cut it down or maybe half it for a bite but I still loved it. They brought it with a fork and knife, so it's kind of expected. I also ordered the Sambal or yellow curry with chicken. It was pretty good too. It came with a house salad. The dressing on the salad was delicious. The samba curry was really good too. I liked that everything came out hot. I also ordered the SC rainbow. It was good too. I pretty much liked everything I ordered. Id probably order all of those again. Service and ambiance was good. It seemed busier than I expected.

King Street Foods totally satisfied my Thai food cravings and then some! The drunken noodles were…read moreprobably the best I've had in the U.S.--medium spice was perfect, the chicken was tender and flavorful, veggies were crisp, and the noodles had the perfect consistency. Honestly, nothing about them I'd change--I'm ruined forever. We also got the avocado roll, which was refreshing and light, and the shrimp tempura roll, crispy, deep-fried, and just plain delicious. The service was amazing too--staff were so attentive and welcoming, checking in just the right amount without being overbearing. I wish I'd gone twice during the trip that's how much I loved it. If you're in Charleston and craving Thai, this spot is an absolute must!

The food was super! I have the salad with a ginger orange dressing with teriyaki chicken and it was…read morehonestly one of the best salads I think I've ever had! The Atmosphere is typical Thai casual. The Service was very good. I would recommend this Resturant for a quick yummy meal when you're on the go.

Mmmmmhmmm! Wrapped up our Charleston trip with this spot as our last restaurant! My friend is vegan…read moreso we just stuck to Asian places as they just naturally have the best vegan dishes! My friend got a Moscow mule mocktail and a seaweed tofu roll. I got a Vietnamese salad with a crab & pork spring roll. As you can see my portion was big, colorful, fresh and flavorful. I asked for a side of their chili oil and it was yum. Our server was very friendly and warm. We sat upstairs and loved how the stairs looked! Would recommend this place!

Utterly horrible. One of our dishes smelled rotten. Not off but rotten. The staff was not busy but…read moremanaged to be inattentive. The foods that hadn't spoiled were blah. This was one of the worst meals I've had in Charleston and my life. Someone needs to care.

We had the most incredible time celebrating my birthday at O-ku!…read more The team completely personalized my entire experience and made me feel so special on my birthday. Going that extra step certainly did not go unnoticed and something I value in a dining experience. First of all-- the matcha mocktail was a wonderful opener to our evening. We ordered the truffle edamame (our favorite), the chef's choice nigiri which was incredibly fresh, the salmon & lemon roll (a must order), and the spider roll. My partner said the mochi was the best he's ever had. We highly recommend this dining experience not only for the exceptional service but for the quality in every dish.

O-Ku on King St Charleston has been on my list for a while. What a beautiful large airy space. So…read moremany staff who attend to every need making the whole experience memorable. After looking at the menu we opted for the 6 course Omakase Menu ($150 per person) It was a phenomenal choice. Each dish better than the previous. Outstanding technique & presentation with the freshest of product. Omakase takes about 2 hrs which was perfect for us. The restaurant fills up pretty quickly and unless you want to sit at the bar (if available) book your reservation early. We parked in the visitors parking garage off of Ann St. it's very close by. Definitely check this gorgeous restaurant out.

I saw they had soft shell crab burger and HAD to go. The Og garlic noodles were soo soo good too -…read moresuper creamy and the pickled onions balance out the taste. We just absolutely loved the food and would come again every softie season!

My first impression of Pink Bellies is how nicely decorated and designed it is. I love that it's…read moreright on King Street for convenience. My friends and I ordered the avocado fries and KFC garlic wings (phone did not eat first). The wings were perfectly glazed in garlic sauce and crunchy! I then ordered the OG garlic noodles that are a must order. The noodles are soft and flavored to perfection. The bowl is dressed in siracha which adds a great kick. The pulled pork on top is soft and melts in your mouth! Highly recommend

How have I not eaten at JF before?! I feel like I have been missing out. I visited on a Saturday…read morefor lunch and sat at the bar. The whole place feels quaint and local, yet refined and classy. First off I love that it's a full service bar and eating at the bar is no problem. Second I absolutely love they sell pitchers of beer. Not many taps, but still pitchers. And it's mostly local beer. I was with my husband and we wanted to try several things and took recs from the bartender who was awesome. We ordered the pork dumplings, the scallion pancake and the spicy sichuan hot karaage rice bowl. And we made it a combo with miso soup and an egg roll for $4. The pork dumplings were SO good. I could eat a meal of those alone. They were dense and flavorful and the dipping sauce was slightly spicy. The scallion pancake was a surprise delight. It was crispy and not too greasy again with a delicious dipping sauce. The miso soup...chefs kiss. It looked like ordinary miso soup but there was something extra that we really loved!! And the egg roll was big and juicy and fried and wonderful. It's a veggie egg roll but don't let that fool you. So much flavor and again the sweet chili dipping sauce left us drooling. Most of those sauces are too sweet but this was the perfect blend and the perfect spice level. The rice bowl was full of flavor!! The spice on this is quite a lot so make sure you can handle heat if you order the "hot" version. But again lots of flavor not just hot. Thank god we didn't order anymore food because this was plenty for the two of us to leave full and honestly we could've had leftovers. We will 1000% be visiting again and fully understand the hype around this phenomenal restaurant!!

Asian food traditionalists will think I'm blasphemous for saying this, but I liked the food at…read moreJackrabbit Filly. All the dishes we ordered, from the miso soup and pierogis with salsa macha, to the karaage-don and peanut noodles, were savory and satisfying to eat. The texture and appearance of the chicken for the karaage-don bore more of a resemblance to General Tso's chicken with its battered and crunchy exterior, and it didn't quite have the tender and juicy interior I was hoping for, but I enjoyed the lemon mayo pairing which resulted in a flavorful finish. The Peanut Noodles reminded me of certain iterations of Dan Dan Noodles and certainly tasted fine on its own, but adding the thick chunks of bacon/pork belly was essential in elevating this dish to the next level. The restaurant was very lively on a Thursday afternoon, and the staff very warm and inviting throughout our meal. My drink hit the mark for me, and I found the cocktail menu fun and creative. In fact, I would say "fun and creative" summed up our overall experience at Jackrabbit Filly. Just ask my daughter, who started dancing the entire lunch the moment she saw the disco lights in the bathrooms.

This restaurant is far and away the best Korean food in this city…read more Full stop. The Bi bim bop is as good as I used to find in Koreatown in LA.

I'm pretty sure this is some of the best edamame I've ever had. The drunken noodles are…read morephenomenal... Nice and fat flat rice noods with a sweet sauce and plenty of chicken to fill you up. The Ramen bowls are plentiful and the broth is flavorful. It's cute what they've done with the space in the small area adjacent to a gas station, which is transformed once you walk through the door with a nice pink cherry blossom artful tree at the back. The service was pretty quick and they got the little line that was flowing during lunch in and out of there in no time. Many popped in and took their meal to go while we dined in.

Came here for lunch right when it opened so we got sat quickly. Koma was our server and he was…read moredelightful. Friendly, engaging and he was moving around quickly. We got the hibachi lunch and both got soup and salad. Could tell the shrimp shumai was not homemade but they tasted alright. We got really good portions of our hibachi dishes and everything tasted great, especially their yum yum sauce because you know that is crucial! My favorite was the yaki udon noodles which we had plenty left to take home. I would come back and sit in Koma's section again! He made the experience very pleasant.

Absolutely amazing food, amazing service from waitress, we got the hibachi dinner where they cook…read morein front of you and our cook was incredible. He was very talkative, making sure he interacted with everyone at the table. 10/10 recommend.

Walking by, the atmosphere caught my attention. It's inviting. I got the steak and mango tacos and…read morejust like other reviews, I must say these were very good. Great flavor and cooked perfectly. Liked the service too. I'd come again.

Matador was an interesting place, and a bit different than your average Mexican place! It was dimly…read morelit, so it might be best for a low-key, or perhaps a romantic night out. It's not my favorite type of Mexican restaurant, as it's a little more upscale than I *personally* prefer, but if upscale Mexican is your vibe, then this'll be the perfect restaurant for you! They had an alright selection of beers, to include a couple of IPAs, but my friends and I didn't really enjoy their cocktails. They were expensive, but lacking in much flavor or zest. Besides looking cool, the taste didn't really match the aesthetic. Furthermore, the food was solid, but not that much better than your basic Mexican restaurant. As for the service, our waiter was nice enough, but he always seemed to be in a hurry, and was walking away while we were still trying to give our order. All-in-all, I'm probably making Matador sound worse than it was, but it was merely a slightly above-average Mexican experience, not a transcendental dining experience that I'll never forget. I'll give it 3/5 stars, and would recommend it based on your personal preference.