Experience authentic Japanese cuisine with lively hibachi entertainment in Raleigh.
Kanki - North Market Square is a popular Japanese restaurant in Raleigh, offering a vibrant dining experience with fresh sushi and entertaining hibachi grill shows. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and fast, friendly service, it caters to date nights, family outings, and special occasions. The menu features a variety of Asian fusion dishes, complemented by strong cocktails, making it a go-to spot for those seeking quality food and a fun environment. While wait times can vary, the overall experience is highly praised by patrons.
1603 N Market Dr, Raleigh, NC 27609, USA
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Interactive tableside cooking with skilled chefs performing entertaining tricks and preparing customizable meals.
Freshly made sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri using high-quality ingredients and traditional techniques.
A diverse menu featuring Japanese-inspired dishes, appetizers, and combination entrées for varied tastes.
Creative cocktails and beverages to complement your meal, served in a vibrant setting.
Special accommodations for birthdays, family gatherings, and celebrations with reservation options.
Overall rating
Tamara W
The food is always good here but we did notice there wasnt as much as there uses to be. We were there with a reservation of 8:30pm and we waited for a while until our food was cooked. I dont know why but it did take a bit of time. But like I said its always good. And the drinks pack a punch.
EMPRESS Goddess
The experience here was lovely atmosphere was very welcoming It was very friendly fast service I love the way they listen and they cater to your need make you feel real special A 10 out of 10 I do recommend and I'm very picky when it comes down to my food so if I was satisfied that's a plus
Chantille Chant
My family and I had a disappointing experience at Kanki on Old Wake Forest Rd in Raleigh while celebrating my grandson’s birthday. The grill was not clean. Our party included five adults and four children, but only 3 adults ordered food. Our bill was over $250, yet our service was poor and automatic gratuity of 18% was added to our bill, removing our ability to tip based on the service actually received. The billing process was confusing, and unlike our previous five visits, we were not allowed to substitute certain meats in the combination entrées. When we spoke with the manager, she did not provide a helpful or reasonable explanation, which led two adults in our party to decide not to order at all. This lack of consistency was disappointing. The chef seemed unsure about the proper cook time for scallops—they were nearly overcooked—and he introduced himself under two different names, which added to the confusion. Some of his hibachi tricks and presentation also needed improvement. While the food itself tasted good, his responses came across as a bit sarcastic. Overall, this experience did not meet the standards we’ve come to expect from Kanki. The automatic gratuity was not earned, especially considering we had three separate tickets. Treating our party as a large group just to add a tip—and then asking for more—felt inappropriate. My grandson deserved a much a better birthday dinner. Unfortunately, we will not be returning to this Kanki location.
Shay Millon
This is a great restaurant pretty much for any occasion, date night, and family outings! They service is always great. Wait times can be lengthy at times, but in my opinion, the experience is well worth the wait.
Deborah Fleming-Hester
Food was good, service was excellent. Really nice place, very crowded. But we enjoyed ourselves and great cocktails.
