Okan Bluffton

Don't sleep on this place, Bluffton. We came in to town to visit some family, and decided to try this place. The food was excellent for flavors and presentation. The Coco (sp?) Bread was dangerously good. We could've filled up on that alone. Lobster curry was mild but awesome. The flank steak was cooked perfect. I would come here regularly, if I lived in town.

Beautiful restaurant with outdoor dining option that is dog friendly. Waiter couldn't have been more polite. Manager was very hospitable and even brought bug spray for me. Now to the star of the evening--the food! The oxtail is incredible..the okra was grilled perfect and underneath had the most delicious red sauce. The lamb ribs were also very good

Soooo glad we made the drive out from Hilton Head Island to try Okan! Hands down the best meal of our trip and one of the best meals we’ve had in a very long time. Everything was uniquely delicious but the goat curry and jollof rice were our favorites! The hint of the scotch bonnet pepper in the goat curry was perfection. After dinner we walked up to their ice cream window and enjoyed some home made ice cream. Our daughter who always gets strawberry LOVED the butter pecan and so did we! Can’t wait to come back in the future. ❤️

The most laudable dining experience! From my online reservation being processed without complications. The same reservation was honored at the time slot specified without wait or cause. The atmosphere and ambiance were warm, cozy, and inviting. Dimly lit lighting ushered us into the romance not expected for the evening. Not to be outdone, the staff was exceptional in the demeanor, professionalism, and hospitality. We were the last reservation of the evening, however, were not rushed and received impeccable service. Our server, Rodrick, provided us with the most details and thorough explanation of the menu that we simply allowed him to order for us! His recommendations on pairing our entrees and side dishes were exquisite. The meals were prepared absolutely flawlessly. Taste, texture, and plating aroused our taste buds, which, by the way, were not disappointed. The food was amazing....simply amazing!! Our evening was highlighted and honored by Executive Chef Bernard stopping by our table. We shared our gratitude for an evening of elegance and succulent dining. While Chef shared his passion for creating such unique (albeit common by name) dishes. Let just say that I have found a new place to not only dine but host business partners, future clients, and friends. I am encouraging everyone to make a reservation or just stop by Okan Bluffton for a dining experience of exceptional class. Chances are, I will be there when you visit!

The food was delicious. There was only one waitress for the entire restaurant. Needless to say service was slow. If you ordered a drink it did not come until your meal came or after. They also allowed a gentleman to come in with his dog. It was not a service dog. One it was not identified as a service dog and two the dog was barking.

Okan is my favorite way to step into a modern fine dining experience in Bluffton. Chef Bernard has curated a menu that gives many options for the curious foodie. The crafted cocktail menu is refreshed often and kept in season. They recently added acoustical panels to the ceiling which was a great improvement for the overall ambiance. Our waitress, Keyshauna, has never let us down with her cheerful attitude and great service. I definitely love going to Okan and bringing friends there when they visit. Its a culinary adventure!!

I chose this restaurant based on the high ratings and an intriguing menu—but what a letdown. There was a huge gap between expectation and reality. Service: It took 50 minutes to get our food—and there were fewer than 10 people in the restaurant at lunchtime. No excuse for that kind of wait. Food: • Cornbread: Just… no. It had an odd, almost plantain-like flavor (if that’s what it was?), but not in a good way. It was also overcooked and slightly burnt. • Djon Djon with Shrimp: Word of warning—do not order this if you’re on a date unless you want to look like you’ve been possessed. Your mouth turns black. The mushrooms were flavorful, and the dish itself was okay, but the presentation and side effects? Yikes. • Shrimp: I love head-on shrimp, but these were so overcooked they were impossible to peel. Do you eat the shell or just give up? I tried… and gave up. Overdone and dry. A little fat or oil during cooking would’ve gone a long way. • Fonia Bowl with Jerk Chicken: Probably the best of the bunch, but still just meh. Maybe a 6/10. Add it all up—slow service, disappointing food, and an $80 lunch tab—and it’s a hard pass from me.

Great place and great food. If you haven't had African food before this place is a great start. The service was prompt and everyone was extremely polite. I got their take on an old fashioned that was very tasty. For an appetizer we got the muhamarra which is a middle eastern style dip walnuts and pomegranates. Also quite good, was sweeter than anticipated but not too much and matched with the crackers and cucumbers that it was served with to dip. The coco bread was extremely good sweet and salty with an apricot jam to dip. The main meal I got was the blackened fish filet, which you can ask to be made spicy, which I did and it didn't disappoint. We finished it off with dessert. Sadly the rum cake was out but the chef told us of the olive oil cake he made that was worth missing out on the other. All in all this place is great. If you do what we did and get a slew of things it is a bit on the pricier side but well worth it.