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Edward is an amazing waiter 5 Stars! Really did an amazing job making this a special experience for us - my sister’s birthday.

My wife and I celebrated our anniversary here and the restaurant was more than worth it. The food was really good and memorable, while the service here was outstanding. Tanner our server really enhanced the night with great recommendations and even sent us home with an extra load of their in house focaccia bread! 

Our server Egga was very good. She was very attentive and accommodating. Emmy, the bartender made exceptional cocktails.

AMAZING food!! Apps: Caesar salad, milk break and mussels .. all great! Dinner: Branzino and trout .. amazing! Dessert: seared milk cake .. delicious! 10/10 food and dining experience.

I can confidently say this was not only the best birthday dinner experience I’ve ever had at a restaurant, but one of the best restaurant experiences I’ve had, period. I brought one of my friends to Oku to celebrate her birthday, and from the moment we walked in, they made us feel incredibly special. We were warmly greeted at the door, seated promptly, and immediately noticed that our menus had been customized to say “Happy Birthday Jalyn.” That alone was such a thoughtful touch, but it only got better from there. Our server was phenomenal. They took the time to walk us through the menu, offered excellent recommendations, and even suggested different ways to experience certain dishes. You could tell they genuinely wanted us to have an unforgettable meal, not just take our order. The food was outstanding. Every appetizer was phenomenal, the happy hour prices were fantastic, and the quality exceeded every expectation. Throughout the meal, the staff even surprised us with complimentary samples of a few menu items to help celebrate the birthday, which was such a generous and unexpected gesture. Everything arrived at the perfect pace, and the service remained attentive, kind, and consistent the entire evening. Then came the biggest surprise. Instead of simply bringing out a birthday dessert, the team presented my friend with a personalized gift based on one of her interests, along with a birthday card signed by the staff. That level of thoughtfulness completely blew us away. It wasn’t just great hospitality—it felt genuinely personal. We both left feeling incredibly cared for, and my friend felt so celebrated on her special day. I truly can’t imagine a better place to spend a birthday. I almost never leave restaurant reviews, but this experience deserved one. Whether you’re looking for an incredible dinner, exceptional service, or the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion, Oku delivers on every level. 11/10. We’ll absolutely be back.