OKU

“Greet local sushi & Japanese spot! Quality food, service & atmosphere. The roof top patio with ocean & pier views was a gorgeous dinner setting. The spicy tuna crispy rice & crouching tiger roll were amazing! Great sides with the garlic blistered green beans and suomono salad.”

“We ordered the nigiri, a few rolls, brussel sprouts, a handroll, and ramen yakisoba. Everything was delicious. The fish was flavorful with a beautiful texture and the remaining dishes were seasoned beautifully. If you're able to sit outside, the ambiance, aided by your proximity to the waterfront, is immaculate (but be aware traffic can get loud at times). 10/10 experience”

“This place serves the most diverse food variety and surpasses all expectations. From service, ambiance and drinks. They have it all. There wasn’t one thing that disappoints. Very very helpful and caring service. They accommodated our baby who slept through our dinner. It was moderately loud but not something that babies can’t bear.”

“We loved the food and the service but they put 3 of us on a table for 2. It made eating a bit uncomfortable. However, the sushi is very fresh, delicious, and beautifully presented. Next time I'll ask for a bigger table so we can enjoy our meal and not want to rush out.”

“If your coming to Santa Barbara, this is a place I will always recommend! I have been loving this place since I attended UCSB and I still love this restaurant years later. Pro-tip: reserve a spot on the terrace for gorgeous views of the water and come during sunset it’s even more special. What we ordered: (shared by 3) -spicy edamame: 100/10, genuinely one of the best I’ve ever had. The sauce is heaven, perfectly charred with a cake that keeps me dreaming about. -crispy korean cauliflower: 100/10, another dish I dream about, the glaze is 10 out of 10, perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and an unbelievable crunch -oku lamb rack: 100/10, ULTIMATE FAV, my secret dish. I’ve turned so many lamb haters into fans with Oku‘s perfectly seasoned lamb chops. Sits on top of mashed potatoes and yummy veggies -espresso martini, lychee martini & wine spritz: 8/10, lots of different drink options on the menu from cocktails to wine, on the terrace with the sunset and ocean view it is unmatched -blistered shishito peppers: 8/10, great snack for the table, super juicy. Blistered to perfection, adds a tiny bit of spice, but not too much if you normally can’t handle spicy this is for you. -yellowtail sashimi: 8/10, so fresh and buttery, melts in your mouth and pears, great with their house soy sauce -yellowtail carpaccio: 9/10, I mean, look at it!! It’s heaven, the citrus notes and garnish make every single bite feels so elevated -spicy flying newton: 9/10, one of my favorite roles at Oku. Tempura shrimp, spicy yellowtail, avocado, chili oil topped with big eye tuna, tobiko & spicy togarashi -yo adrian: 7/10, classic, simple roll. Smoked salmon, cream cheese, avocado, and cucumber. Can’t go wrong ordering the signature roll”