Shiki was a lovely sushi restaurant located in downtown Charleston where the old Blockbuster was. It's a very intimate vibe and very aesthetic. As soon as you walk in you're greeted by a lovely hostess that will seat you. Reservations are a must as they are always booked. We sat at the table where you could view the chefs craft all the food. It was a real treat watching them work. Our server recommended a lovely Chardonnay and recommended many popular options. We went with the lemon salmon, Japanese mussels, Isomaki, and the Shiki SC. All of these paired with the wine beautifully. Our favorite was definitely the lemon salmon and Japanese mussels. Shiki is a must and I highly recommend it! read more

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Delicious and fresh sushi!!! Unbelievably good and 100% worth going to! Amazing staff, chef and vibes. Will be back! read more

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A mighty fine gem hidden in a side street mall in downtown Charleston. My oh my. I've had sushi all over the country across nearly 40 years. This place rates. We had a chatty but fun server, the staff are pretty serious...three sushi chefs in a small counter bar and then a kitchen in back. Some table seating, it filled up, get a reservation for sure. It's our favorite kind of Japanese place because it's not just sushi, our son had teriyaki steak (superb) while my wife had her favorite soup (with some twists we've never seen) and the daughter had veggie sushi. Me? I had amazing sashimi of tuna belly, scallop, and yellowtail and fantastic rolls. Dynamite place. read more

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Amazing sushi. Incredible. So romantic! Great selection of nigiri and sake! We had the best time! Our server was also very attentive and helpful! We love this place and would recommend it to anyone!!! read more

Been there twice and it doesn't disappoints you , service wise, ambience wise it just reminds me of a small corner restaurants they have in read more

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This is my third time here - although it is pricey, it is the best sushi in Charleston hands down. I love the atmosphere - not pretentious like another good place downtown. Very welcoming - i wish the waiting area was a bit larger - the restaurant could gain a bit more space - fortunately when you are seated it is still pretty private. This last time, i came for my birthday since my daughter had not been with us the other two times. She loved it too so it helped restore that there is good sushi here! Surprised that they ran out of edamame at 630pm but all else was great. read more

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We didn't have a reservation and the dining area was completely packed. The host asked if we wanted to be on the waitlist, but then the other host nudged him and said there is an open spot outside if we wanted to eat outdoors. We said sure so that we could eat promptly. Our outside table was covered in dried up soy sauce and rice. They didn't offer to wipe it so I ended up wiping it with a baby wipe. We ordered edamame and the Hamachi Jalapeño. The Hamachi Jalapeño was okay. The fish didn't taste fresh and the slices of fish were very thick making it hard to chew and eat. We then ordered the Nigiri Omakase. For the price it wasn't worth it. The fish wasn't fresh. One of my fish had three bones in it and three of the other nigiri's had connective tissue in it making it impossible to chew or swallow. When I brought it up with the waitress she brought out one of the hosts to talk to me. He just asked what was wrong and didn't ask if I wanted a different menu item or a different slice of fish to make up for the four other fish pieces we couldn't eat. The thickness of the slices on the fish were also inconsistent again. We were still hungry since we couldn't eat half of the omakase due to the bones and connective tissue so we ordered a sushi roll. The waitress must have misheard us and gave us the wrong roll. Again the fish didn't taste fresh at all and the roll was lacking in freshness and flavor. We also never got water refills as well. Overall it was an extremely underwhelming sushi spot and not worth the price at all. I am also very disappointed in how they handled the bones and connective tissue issue. I have had better sushi elsewhere for half the price. We will never come back. read more

First top on our weekend getaway in Charleston. My partner came here a few months back and absolutely had to bring me back. The restaurant is located in a little plaza off of. E. Bay St. was pretty decent parking. This is more of an upscale sushi restaurant. Service was nice and our service. Jacob was very attentive. I got the hamachi Kami and my partner got the rainbow roll and a few pieces of Hamachi Toro. We also got a ginger salad as a starter and a roll called cucumber breeze, which was clean and refreshing. The rainbow was absolutely delightful, and the quality of the ginger salad was top-tier the fact that I noticed heirloom tomatoes and a dark robust lettuce blew my mind at the quality. Hamachi Kama is my regular go to when dining at a Japanese restaurant how much, here was fairly decent however, they loaded with a mayo and maybe eel sauce concoction that in my opinion took away from the integrity of the fish. Hamachi is best when broiled with salt and served with lemon. All in all I will definitely return. I would just request my fish with the sauce on the side next time it was such a delight to dine here! read more

Service thoughtful Food disappointing, had panko pork with cabbage , sauce , rice. Pork tough to chew, not much flavor, panko crust thick, tough; very oily, expected cabbage to be stir-fried, it was shredded raw with mayonnaise on top. The broccoli and carrot addition were tasty . For the cost, $43.00, very disappointing. I love Shi Ki, plan to try again for an early lunch one day but hope the next experience tops this one today. read more

What a find for sushi in Charleston!!! I went by my LA gut (Asian restaurants in strip malls are taste proven) and went to SHIKI while wandering on East Bay coming out of Harris Teeter and so glad I was a bit lost since I found my favorite sushi place in Charleston proper. Their sashimi, nigiri, and rolls are just excellent from the fish quality to various cuts needed from sashimi, nigiri, and rolls. And just as important as the fish, the rice in nigiri and rolls was just excellent! Also, the chef knows how to do the aburi method right. Doesn't matter if I go with a party of 2 or more, definitely get the love boat specials. It's worth it and a great start to see what fish you like that day. I am still a bit surprised to find this level of sushi in Charleston that is not drizzled in Sriracha or Wasabi Mayo or the special eel sauce. Moreover, they enjoyed their specialty fusion rolls as well because they got the base (seaweed, rice, and fish cuts) down!!! Loved the new decor. The right amount of Japanese art and not over the top and the lighting and wooden furniture gave warmth and coziness to the restaurant. Our service was amazing! I sadly forgot the lovely young lady's name, but she was the perfect balance of being efficient, friendly, and knowledgeable; adorable in her Michael Kors glasses. I went a second time during the same Charleston visit, and she was manning the hostess kiosk and was just as lovely the second time! I found the price point is quite reasonable for this level of sushi quality and service. Rather spend it here than other sushi places I have been in Charleston, which was all flash with bells and whistle but cannot get the seaweed and rice correct. read more

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Our first time at Shiki was for dinner with a group of six- we had a reservation and were sat right on time in a great spot by the window. Our server was lovely and very patient with our rowdy gang. We ordered the love boat and a few more rolls to share, plus our non-seafood friend had hibachi beef. Every bite was outstanding and just so fresh and tasty- I couldn't stop eating! The volcano roll was to die for. The cherry on the top of the visit was the Japanese toilet in the powder room- heated seat?! Bidet and dryer?! So awesome. Will definitely return. read more

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Actually the most delightful experience. The food was fantastic and our server, Vic C, was fantastic! Welcoming experience with great music, cannot wait to come back!!!! read more

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So delicious -- we started with the crispy tuna and it was sooooooo yummy. Love the ambience and the entire menu is fuego. read more

SHIKI - Crunchy tuna app - Sushi Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

The best sushi in town! They even fried the amaebi head for me! Server was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. Got there as the doors opened and it was packed, lots of joyful "noise". Everyone was having a great time. Definitely a go to for great Japanese sushi and sashimi! read more

Best sushi in town. This was my go-to takeout place during COVID and it's great to be able to dine in again. Didn't love the service on our most recent trip, but the food is so good, I really don't care. Make a reservation if you can! This place fills up on weekends especially. All of their nigiri is incredible and pretty well priced. The toro was the most expensive at $15 for 2 pieces, but everything else was closer to $5-8 for 2 pieces. I also love the cucumber roll (diced perfectly), spicy tuna (my fav!) and the yellowtail roll (recommend without avocado - it's just unnecessary and takes up too much space). And they have a parking lot which is unheard of for downtown Charleston!! read more

SHIKI - Nigiri - salmon belly, shrimp, yellowtail belly, yellowtail, salmon, toro - Sushi Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Cannot say enough good about this place. My wife and I sat at the sushi bar, great show by the sushi guys. Other service was well about average and the food... it was as fantastic, some of the best sushi I've ever had. Well worth the trip. read more

The most incredible sushi and dining experience. Food was fabulous ginger salad, gyoza, sashimi, sushi, rolls etc were all delicious and innovative. The icing on the experience was the attentive service from Loc-cordial, friendly and attentive. Lively music that we exited dancing to!Can not wait to return. read more

21 years later and Shiki is still delicious! Opening the in early 2000s, shiki is a sushi staple in Charleston. You walk in to a small quaint space with a few tables and sushi bar seats. You're greeted with classic old school hip hop like Tribe Called Quest or Naughty by Nature. We always start with the Tuna Oshizushi which is tangy, creamy, crispy and perfectly delicious. For a group of four, we love getting the sushi boat as it's a surprise what rolls you'll get and the perfect amount of food for a group this size! read more

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The food was really great! Our server was very nice and attentive with great recommendations when asked! We sat at the bar and I loved watching the chefs work. The atmosphere was calm. read more

The service, the food -- outstanding! We cannot wait to return....we are here for a month and it is our favorite!

Food was great , we sat outside after the charleston bridge run & we were immediately greeted by michael, our amazing server along with a few other staff who came to say hey to my pup! i would highly recommend this restaurant service was great & i will be back ! :)) read more

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A small sushi place in downtown Charleston. This is some of the best sushi I have had. There is a unique selection of rolls, and the rolls are small in size, making them a single bite sized morsel. I love that! There is a great selection of sashimi- I really enjoyed the sake sashimi, which is salmon. It was fabulous. I had the Lemon Salmon roll, layered salmon, lemon, jalapeño, kani, with avocado. It was absolutely delicious and like nothing I've had before. The service was great. We didn't have to wait long for our food at all, and they were very busy! This place is fantastic and I highly recommend read more

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Everything was delicious!! Highly recommend Shiki to anyone looking for an elevated sushi/sashimi restaurant read more

SHIKI - Crispy tuna rice - Sushi Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Best sushi in town! Jacob was the most attentive, helpful & kind server at our latest visit. Highly recommend Shiki!!!

Top sushi spot in area. Small a bit noisy but food is tops. Parking tight; reservations recommended.

Incredible sushi and experience! Fish was very fresh and the waitress explained how they get their fish from the best markets in Japan. We had several pieces of nigiri, hamachi jalapeño, beef tatami, and gyoza. Everything was fantastic! The space is intimate but it doesn't feel overcrowded. Highly recommend and we will be back! read more

Some of the best sushi I've had on the east coast, the eel is divine. The lunch bentos are sublime as well, turns out adding apple salad and slaw to tonkatsu makes a top-tier dish. read more

The staff were pleasant. We went at a very busy time, so it was very loud and crowded. We had to wait outside for a table. Unfortunately, there were people smoking outside and I am a nonsmoker so I had to walk a distance to escape the smoke while I waited. The food was ok, but not fantastic. read more

This is my favorite such spot in Charleston. The space is very welcoming with sushi bar seating and tables. The decor is pale wood and very zen and calming. The sushi and sashimi are excellent. We usually come for lunch, the lunch specials don't skimp on quality and the selection of fish used varies so you don't end up eating the same thing all the time. The staff are efficient and accommodating with allergies etc. It is a little off the beaten path but it is always busy (you might want to book) and is more of a spot for locals rather tourists. Bonus points for parking outside. Thank you Chef Park! read more

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Great sushi in downtown Charleston. Ample parking and reservations are a must. Staff is super friendly and helpful. read more

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I'm a self proclaimed sushi expert! 35 years of eating sushi in many many different places, in my mind, makes me one of the best. (Again, at least in my mind) I've had sushi in and around Charleston for the past 8 years I've tried almost every place, or so I thought. I don't know why I past over this place on Yelp many times, but I did and boy am I sorry. Like most of the other reviews point out, it's a small cozy place with limited seating. Make a reservation! While they do accommodate walk-ins, plan to wait...a long while. That's how popular this place is. Now, down to the details. The service was excellent. Our Server was top notch. Informative, quick, and attentive. Couldn't ask for more. The sushi, best selection I've seen in and around Charleston. The variety is better than anywhere, from The Peninsula to Summerville. If I am wrong, let me know where the place is and it will be next on my list. Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious. Saki was hot and very good too. Overall an amazing experience. Definitely recommend. read more

Sushi was decent quality and rice was fine, but if I have to critique one thing, they were some of the tiniest pieces of nigiri and maki I have ever had (and I've had a ton of sushi). I would say that the rice was about half or less for both nigiris and makis and the size of the fish in the nigiri was super thin. Service was prompt and staff seemed nice. Location has some off street parking in a lot right in front of it. Rice for maki came from a machine that pressed it down. I think the only other place I've seen a machine like this was at Wegmans. read more

This is THE best sushi I've found in the low country! The ingredients, knife skills, flavor profiles are able to rival larger cities like NYC, LA! Service was great as well! There wasn't much that I didn't like. Ambiance was great as well! Shopping center has parking, though limited. read more

Delicious fresh fish! Service was kind and attentive to our table and made some excellent recommendation for Sake and Sushi. Restaurant has an omakase bar and tables. Cute vibe and amazing food! read more

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The BEST and freshest sushi that I've ever we had! The service was excellent as well and there aren't very many seats so call to make a reservation. It has a modern decor. I'm fortunate to have this restaurant close to my home so it will be a regular visit for me. read more

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Horrible service, everyone seemed like they had no idea what was going on. I had to wait almost an hour for my table when i made a reservation. Would not recommend read more

Shiki was excellent- exceeded all of my expectations. We had reservations on a Tuesday, which I recommend as the place is small inside, and were seated promptly. The inside was very cozy and intimate. Our server was phenomenal- he spent extra time going over what was/could be made gluten free due to my allergy and was very patient with everyone in the group. The sushi was delicious- presentation was beautiful and it was all fresh and flavorful. Definitely one of the top spots in town. read more

SHIKI - Spicy tuna, Salmon Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Charleston, South Carolina

Firstly, love the location of this spot. It's a little hole in the wall in a complex on east bay st. Convenient but limited parking spaces. We didn't have reservations & it was packed when we walked in however, we only waited 20 mins for a table. Highly recommend making reservations. It was very neat inside! Softly lit & cozy. authentic atmosphere with seating surrounding the sushi chefs. We were frequently checked on by our waitress who helped with recommendations on what to order since everything looked good. We ended up going with miso soup as a starter to awaken the palate. Delicious. Great umami. The only down side was that it wasn't hot however, when we informed our waitress she replaced it within a few minutes. For sushi we went with the isomaki, lemon salmon & house special rolls. Personally, I very much enjoyed the rice to filling ratio. It was perfect. my favorite roll was the isomaki. The quality of the seafood shun through! lemon salmon roll was very fresh with a very necessary citrus punch. Portions are quite small. I definitely could've eaten more but was comfortable by the end of the meal & prices were reflective. can definitely see myself becoming a regular here & excited to try more items on the menu. read more

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The server should've told us that side dish of ginger salad is extra $4. We also asked the server if you have any special thing for a birthday girl, then she said yes mochi. We thought it was complimentary, but actually charged $5 for it... About the food, nigiri was better than sashimi. read more

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Recently popped in for "late Valentines day" dinner. Service was great, staff was great and welcoming. Shiki fills up fast so get yourself a reservation. We started with an order of seaweed salad with the side of baby octopus (4). Both were very flavorful, wish they would have tossed in a few more. We shared four rolls ( green river, house special, rainbow and spicy tuna). All were very fresh and great flavor and texture. We went in right as they opened to beat the wait time on the roll preparation. Rolls came out quick and presentation was beautiful. read more

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