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Ōku

Japanese / Sushi, Vegetarian
9,6 (43 reviews)
98% recommended

Asian-inspired 11-course tasting menu R995

Ōku

Japanese / Sushi, Vegetarian
9,6 (43 reviews)
98% recommended

Asian-inspired 11-course tasting menu R995

Restaurant Week
Asian-inspired 11-course tasting menu
R995

Would you like to enjoy a culinary and unforgettable lunch or dinner during the Restaurant Week?

Ōku serves a wonderful Asian-inspired 11-course tasting menu during Restaurant Week.

Don't miss this chance to discover Ōku and try their delicious lunch and dinner menu for only R995.

Please note: Seats are limited. Only online bookings will be accepted.

Are there any dietary requirements? Please mention this on the reservation form so the restaurant can take this into account.
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KAISEKI MENU
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Enjoyed with a glass of BAS bubbles or Hakutsuru saké
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Japanese milk bread
Five spice hiyoko mame
Hakutsuru Sake
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Saldana Bay oyster
Pickled ginger, soy, wasabi, puffed rice
Le Lude Brut NV
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Yellowtail nigiri
Lime, nori, crispy rice paper
Dalkeith Koplandsteen Chenin Blanc 2023
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Tuna tataki
Daikon pickle, chilli dashi, ginger, ponzu
Capensis Silene Chardonnay 2022
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Prawn broth
Prawn. coconut, ginger, radish
Wade Bales Semillon 2021
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Edamame
Roasted edamame, Chinese cabbage, red pepper, smoked aubergine, kale, lime
Stony Brook Sauvignon Blanc 2022
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Chicken gyoza
Pan fried gyoza, tomato, garlic, chilli, basil, coriander
Chamonix Feldspar Pinot Noir 2023
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Norwegian salmon
Udon, charred corn, kombu dashi, coconut, turmeric
Lynx Blanc De Noir 2023
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Lamb yakiniku
Lamb belly, cabbage kimchi, miso
Boschendal 1685 Merlot 2020
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Springbok loin
Turnip, chestnuts, Mongolian sauce
La Motte Syrah 2018
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Sesame shifonkēki
Black sesame, yuzu, orange shābetto
Yuzu sake
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Asian-inspired 11-course tasting menu – R995
Additional wine pairing - R900
Enjoyed with a glass of BAS bubbles or Hakutsuru saké
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What 43 people say about Ōku

9.6 Based on 43 reviews. 98% of the guests recommend this restaurant.
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"Not what I expected"
7.7 Cuisine 5 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 8

Food was disappointing - cold dishes were prepared early and felt like we were eating straight out of the fridge. A Kaiseki experience should be freshly prepared with specific taste enhancer experiences - focusing on distinct flavours and not overpowering.

Be vigilant if you have strict dietary requirements. They did apologize re-imburse us for this individual.

Vina at 25 October 2024
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"One of my best gastronomic experiences ever"
10.0 Cuisine 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10

A magnificent evening of fine dining with many beautiful surprises. A lot of detail went into every dish that was served, and there were many, 15 in total if I remember correctly. Each one plated up picture perfect and flavoured to perfection. A culinary journey of over three and a half hours. The restaurant is beau...

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A magnificent evening of fine dining with many beautiful surprises. A lot of detail went into every dish that was served, and there were many, 15 in total if I remember correctly. Each one plated up picture perfect and flavoured to perfection. A culinary journey of over three and a half hours. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, it had a wonderful ambience, staff were friendly, knowledgeable and always at hand. Highly recommended.

Achmed Giesler at 29 April 2024
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"A journey of flavour bombs"
10.0 Cuisine 10 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 10

One of the best meals I have had in a long time. A journey for the the palate, and one I can't wait to experience again. The staff were lovely and the setting is intimate, allowing you to enjoy each course.

Catherine Peterson at 15 April 2024
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"Fantastic!"
9.3 Cuisine 9 | Service 10 | Atmosphere 9

A group of us went for an 11 course tasting. All the plates were beautiful and had great flavours. The waiters were really efficient and seemed to know the perfect time to bring out the next plate without hovering. The decor is simple and environment calming. We got a couple extra unexpected treats which was a nice bonus.

Kim Pienaar at 06 November 2023
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"Amazing Japanese experience"
8.7 Cuisine 8 | Service 8 | Atmosphere 10

Greta

Nicara Young at 29 April 2023
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About Ōku

Cuisine: Japanese / Sushi, Vegetarian

Oku Franschhoek’s first Asian eatery

The highly anticipated opening of Ōku, the concept and vision of Chef/restaurateur duo Ryan Shell and Darren Badenhorst (Le coin Français, Le chêne and Tuk Tuk Microbrewery), is here.

The two acclaimed chefs, with over 30 years of hospitality experience, are pooling their culinary prowess to create Franschhoek’s first South East Asian eatery.

Total renovations of the interior and exterior ensure a purpose designed space to create a casual, calming and refined eating experience.

Conceptualised on a culinary exploration of Indonesia in 2013, Darren and Ryan were especially inspired by the Gili Islands.

The two chefs had ample time to refine the idea whilst working together to feed the Franschhoek community during the Covid-19 lock down period, resulting in a thoroughly conceptualised, authentic and flavour packed food and beverage offering.

Bookings essential to avoid disappointment.

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Frequently asked questions

At most restaurants, you can make reservations for free and cancel them without any charge. You'll settle the bill when you dine at the restaurant. However, some restaurants may request a small deposit, and they will send a prepayment request via Dineplan to confirm your reservation.

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Yes, restaurants always take dietary preferences into consideration.

You can specify your dietary requirements in the comments section of the reservation form.

In most deals, drinks are not included.

However, some restaurants may offer a welcome drink or provide a wine-pairing option, and this will be clearly indicated in the restaurant's menu.

No problem.

If you've created an account with us, you can log in to your account and easily change your reservation.

Don't have an account? Click on the link in the confirmation email of your reservation.

You can cancel your reservation from the confirmation email: Click on 'Manage Reservation' in the email and then click on the 'Cancel Reservation' button. If you have created an account, you can also do this easily by going to 'My Reservations.' You can also contact us via email at [email protected].

Yes, you can always cancel for free.

If you have made a prepayment via Dineplan, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your reservation. The amount you paid in advance will be automatically refunded to your account. Refunds through Dineplan should be resolved in communication with the restaurant, and we are not directly involved in this process.

You can cancel your reservation online up to 8 hours in advance, or by phone up to 1 hour before your reservation time. However, we kindly request that you cancel as soon as you know you won't be able to make your reservation.

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