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Konnichiwa

4.6 277 reviews 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM 975 Savannah Hwy Suite 129, Charleston, SC 29407, United States

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Konnichiwa, a charming Japanese restaurant located at 975 Savannah Hwy in Charleston, SC, has garnered rave reviews for its delightful fusion of ambiance, service, and culinary offerings. Guests have consistently praised the warm, welcoming staff who enhance the dining experience—evident in Madi A's account of a memorable birthday serenade that featured impressive live musicians. The menu boasts an enticing selection, with standout dishes like the Bang Bang Chicken Bowl, Beef Bulgogi, and specialty sushi rolls, all made with fresh ingredients. Lila Weidert highlighted the hibachi experience, emphasizing both the entertainment and the quality of the food, while Nic R pointed out the generous portion sizes that allow for multiple meals. Sushi lovers, like Jocelyn Gray, rave about the presentation and flavors of the lobster tempura roll and others, particularly with the addition of sweet chili sauce. This restaurant brings something unique to the table, making it ideal for family dinners or a relaxed outing with friends. Each visit promises a mix of delicious food and enjoyable moments, reaffirming Konnichiwa as a must-visit spot for Japanese cuisine enthusiasts in Charleston.

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Amenities & More

Service options

  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great cocktails
  • Great tea selection

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Quiet
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Konnichiwa before visiting.

Reviews for Konnichiwa

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Review highlights

Based on 277 reviews

Konnichiwa consistently receives praise for its fresh, flavorful Japanese cuisine and attentive, friendly service. Diners frequently highlight the quality and presentation of sushi and hibachi dishes, noting their generous portions and authentic taste. The restaurant is appreciated not only for its food but also for its warm, engaging atmosphere, with staff often going above and beyond to create memorable dining experiences. Many reviews mention the lively hibachi shows and special touches like live birthday celebrations. Overall, Konnichiwa is regarded as a welcoming spot suitable for both family outings and casual dinners, with customers expressing strong intentions to return for the consistently excellent food and service.

Madi A
Jun 02, 2025

I love this place so much. The servers and workers were so kind! They sang happy birthday to my dad and it had to have been the BEST performance I’ve ever seen. He got a little dessert with a candle and they sang (actually so good) with a guitar and some other instruments I think! On top of all that, the food was SO good. My dad got the ramen and I got the chicken hibatchi bowl. The only thing is the yum yum sauce was a little soupy for my liking. But it still tasted good. Loved the sushi too, but only tried the smoked salmon roll. I think it was the Clemson roll!

Amy Gallagher
Jun 01, 2025

Really really really good! Ordered the tuna tataki, fried rice, noodles, steak bento box and egg rolls. Everything was so tasty and fresh. Service was great also. Loved our meal and will definitely be back the next time we stop into town.

Lila Weidert
May 30, 2025

Got hibachi here and not only was it a fun show but the food was to die for! Every meal was cooked amazing and I personally recommend the specialty sushi rolls since the two that we tried were amazing!! Definitely a great stop for a family night out or a nice calm Asian dinner. 10/10 recommend and will definitely be back for more!!!

Jocelyn Gray
May 10, 2025

Amazing sushi! I was visiting my sister in Charleston who had so many good things to say when she went for the first time to the Fort Mill location, so we decided to go to her local KONNICHIWA. We weren’t disappointed!! The sushi was beyond great, really great service and the presentation of our sushi was really cute!! We had the lobster tempura roll, mama roll and I can’t recall the last one but they were all BOMB!!! Also make sure you get a side of their sweet chili sauce and drizzle over your rolls...sooo good! After we were finishing up our waitress brought over a complimentary dessert of their fried plantains and ice cream which was a nice treat. I can’t wait to go to the location closer to me in Charlotte!

Nic R
May 07, 2025

Food is always plentiful and fresh. They are quick and friendly. The sesame chick bowl was to die for. Made 3 meals out of it

Collin Plantcity
May 05, 2025

Such fresh sushi and rolls!! The staff is extremely friendly and professional, and the food was beyond amazing! There is an endless list of rolls to choose from, and while the menu didn’t have any pictures, the actual foods went above and beyond what the words described. The menu really doesn’t do justice for their food haha. We as a group of 4 ordered 4 rolls while not being all that hungry, but the rolls were exceptionally good and used quality ingredients and we ended up getting 3 more rolls, which we promptly devoured again. Among the best rolls were Kassy and Black Panther, which had good amount of caviar. Their rolls were so good that our group returned to Konichiwa 2 days later, and this happened while we were traveling! Ask about the omakase that they are launching! They had great selection of sushi, including toro and uni, combined with hot sake. Also the off-menu fried plantain was mouth-wateringly good. We had such a fun, great experience! Thank you especially Sam who made our trip really memorable at Charleston. Ps. Order their takoyaki it’s awesome!

Janet Tharpe
Mar 18, 2025

We had our date night here tonight....it was amazing the atmosphere was beautiful...clean and lovely place!! The Owner Sam was amazing he greeted us and shook our hands as we left...this is hands down the best best best place we have ever eaten at in West Ashley for the Japanese experience!!!!! Definitely will be going again and takin friends. .

Andrew Sokol
Feb 21, 2025

Stopped in for dinner tonight. I was welcomed by every employee who saw me, which was nice. Service was prompt and courteous. And the food was great! I had the chicken katsu bento bowl, a Kirin beer on tap.

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Address
975 Savannah Hwy Suite 129, Charleston, SC 29407, United States
Price range
$20–30
Category
Japanese restaurants

Opening hours

  • Monday (Today) 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM

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