Mesu

4.6

707 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Lively
Hot spot
Great for creative cocktails

Mesu is a vibrant Charleston hotspot on Upper King Street, where urban street art meets the flavors of Mexico and Japan. Our menu features a diverse selection of tacos and sushi, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients. Complement your meal with an extensive list of premium tequilas and sakes, or explore our creative cocktail menu. Whether you make a reservation or walk in, Mesu offers a unique dining experience in the heart of the city with a lively atmosphere.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Sushi
Hours of operation
Bar Daily 4:00 pm–2:00 am Food Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(854) 429-1011
Website
http://www.mesuchs.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Mike Watson
Private party facilities
Email info@mesuchs.com for private event information or go to mesu.com to inquire on larger parties and event buyouts.

Location
570 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Cross street
King Street and Spring Street
Parking details
Parking Available at the Hyatt Hotel.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

CHIPS & SALSA$10.00
Choice of Fire Roasted Tomato or Avocado Tomatillo
CHIPS & QUESO$11.00
CHIPS & GUACAMOLE$12.00
BUILD YOUR OWN TRIO$16.00
Queso, Guacamole, Your Choice of Salsa
STREET CORN$11.00
Chipotle Ranch, Cotija, Chopped Cilantro
BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF OR PORK CARNITAS NACHOS$20.00
Sautéed Peppers, Onions, Black Beans, Pickled Jalapeños, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Gouda
BAO BUN$6.00
Fried Pork Belly, Quick Pickles, Golden Aioli, Cilantro
TACO SALAD$16.00
Romaine, Smoked Gouda, Black Beans, Tomato, Pickled Onion, Crispy Tortilla, Chipotle Lime Ranch
CHEESE QUESADILLA$10.00
ADD PROTEIN TO ABOVE$8.00
Choice of Smoked Chicken, Braised Beef, Market Fish, Crispy Chicken, Tempura Shrimp, Soyrizo

TACOS

BAJA FISH TACO$7.00
Market Fish, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Purple Cabbage Slaw
CRISPY CHICKEN$7.00
Chipotle Ranch, Boneless Chicken, Pico de Gallo
SOYRIZO VEGGIE$7.00
Soyrizo, Black Bean, Onion Peppers, Pickled Jalapeño
SMOKED CHICKEN$7.00
Purple Cabbage Slaw, Teriyaki
PICO SHRIMP$8.00
Tempura Fried, Golden Aioli, Pico de Gallo
PORK CARNITAS CLOTHESPIN$8.00
Roast Pork, Smoked Gouda
BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF$9.00
Poblano Peppers, Onions, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Cotija Cheese
A5 PHILLY STREET TACO$9.00
Ground Wagyu, Peppers, Onions, Jalapeños, Smoked Gouda
A5 SMASHBURGER STREET TACO$9.00
Smoked Gouda, Golden Aioli, Tomato, Lettuce, Pickled Onions

DESSERT

CHURRO OF THE DAY$8.00
ask your server for our current selection
DESSERT OF THE DAY$12.00
ask your server for our current selection

NIGIRI/PLATTERS

DANCING FANDANGO NIGIRI$25.00
Garlic Seared Tuna, House Chimichurri, Crispy Chili Flakes (5 piece)
BONE MARROW NIGIRI$25.00
Eel, Roasted Marrow, Red Wine Reduction, Crunchy Garlic, Torched Beef Bone
HOLY CITY TIRADITO$28.00
Peruvian inspired sashimi, bright tuna, chilled spicy tomato jalapeño, pickled tomatoes, ground corn chips, sliced bread, red onion battalion
SUSHI PLATTER 4 ROLLS$85.00
SASHIMI PLATTER 15 PIECES$55.00
NIGIRI PLATTER 10 PIECES$55.00
MIXED PLATTER 2 ROLLS 5 PC SASHIMI 5 PC NIGIRI$80.00

SUSHI ROLLS

VEGGIE$18.00
Tempura Vegetable, Avocado, Cucumber, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Micro Cilantro, Black Sea Salt
TIGER$18.00
Salmon, Cucumber, Avocado, Spicy Ponzu, Cilantro
DYNAMITE$18.00
Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Sriracha Sweet Chili Sauce, Tempura Fried
TSUNAMI$20.00
Tempura Shrimp, Salmon, Avocado, Eel Sauce, Pickled Onions
HAMACHI TALE$20.00
Seared Hamachi, Fresh Jalapeños, Cucumber, Avocado Scallions, Eel Sauce, Crispy Garlic
PATRIOTS POINT$20.00
Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Seared Salmon, Golden Aioli, Togarashi, Scallions, Crispy Sweet Potato Strings
RAINBOW$22.00
Salmon, Kanpachi, Hamachi, Ahi Tuna, Cucumber, Avocado, Tobiko
MISU$22.00
Ahi Tuna, Avocado, White Fish, Fresh Jalapeño, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Cilantro
TAURUS$23.00
Soy Paper, Cream Cheese, Coconut Shrimp, Jalapeño Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Tuna Sashimi, Voodoo Sauce Tempura Crunchies, Green Onions
LOBSTER RANGOON$23.00
Lobster Cream Cheese, Avocado, Eel Sauce, Golden Aioli, Tempura Fried
SHISH COOZY$25.00
Salmon, Tuna, Avocado, Seared Wagyu Strawberry Ponzu, Avocado Onions, Black Sea Salt, Micro Cilantro
KING STREET$25.00
Tuna, White Fish, Tempura Shrimp, Spicy Tuna Spicy Ponzu, Diced Jalapeño Scallions, Black Tobiko
THE LAFAYETTE$28.00
Spicy Tuna, Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Micro Cilantro Seared A5 Wagyu, Chimi, Spicy Avocado Sauce

Margaritas

BYO Margarita
Choice of Tequila (as priced below) +2, Make it a Cadillac +2 (Grand Marnier or Cointreau), Add Fresh Purée to any Margarita +2 (Mango, Strawberry, Passion Fruit, Peach), Add a Coronita +3, Make it Spicy +1, Choose a Rim (Salt, Sugar, Tajin)
- Cadillac$2.00
- Fresh Purée$2.00
- Coronita$3.00
- Spicy$1.00
House Margarita$10.00
Fresh Sour Mix, Lunazul Tequila, Triple Sec
Mega Pitcher Margaritas Blanco$200.00
Mega Pitcher Margaritas Reposado$300.00
Mega Pitcher Margaritas Casamigos$400.00

TEQUILA

BLANCO
- Lunazul$7.00
- Altos$8.00
- Espolono$9.00
- Astral$9.00
- Cazadones Cafe$10.00
- Teremana$11.00
- Yave Mango$11.00
- Herradura$12.00
- 818 Tequila Blanco$12.00
- Tanteo$12.00
- Tanteo Jalapeno$12.00
- Patron$12.00
- Tequila Ocho$12.00
- Codigo$14.00
- Casamigos$14.00
- Mijenta Blanco$15.00
- Don Julio $15.00
- Fortaleza Blanco$16.00
- Casa Dragones$18.00
- Mijenta$36.00
- Patron Smokey$40.00
- Clase Azul$51.00
- Clase Azul Gold$87.00
- Gran Patron Platinum$89.00
- Casa Dragones Joven$90.00
ANEJO
- Lunazul Anejo$10.00
- Casamigos$14.00
- Herradura Ultra Cristalino$16.00
- Tequila Ocho$17.00
- Don Fulano$18.00
- Don Julio$18.00
- Patron Extra$20.00
- Mijenta Cristalino$27.00
- Herradura Ultra Legend$36.00
- Maestro Dobel Crist Ex$36.00
- Don Julio 1942$42.00
- Komos Cristalino$44.00
- Casa Dragones$46.00
- Tears of Llorona Extra$70.00
- Gran Patron PIedra$85.00
- Gran Patron Burdeos$100.00
- Komos Extra$100.00
- Clsae Azul Ultra$400.00
REPOSADO
- Lunazul$9.00
- Cazadores$9.00
- Patron Mesu Barrel$13.00
- Herradura$14.00
- Maestro Dobel$14.00
- Casamigos$15.00
- La Gritona$15.00
- Tequila Ocho$15.00
- Maestro Dobel Diamante$16.00
- Don Julio$17.00
- Casamigos Cristalino$17.00
- Fortaleza$18.00
- El Tesoro$19.00
- Mijenta$21.00
- Cincora$36.00
- Patron El Alto$47.00
- Clase Azul$56.00
- Komos Rosa$36.00
MEZCAL
- Mezcal Union$10.00
- Sombra$12.00
- Los Vecinos$12.50
- Montelobos$12.50
- Ilegal Joven$13.00
- Casamigos$22.00
- Ilegal Anejo$23.00
- Clase Azul$100.00
- Se Busca Joven$14.00
- Ilegal Reposado$16.00

TEQUILA FLIGHTS

ILEGAL MEZCAL$40.00
Jovin , Reposado ,Anejo
MIJENTA$50.00
Blanco, Reposado, Cristiano
DON JULIO $40.00
Blanco, Reposado Ultra Anejo
HERRADURA $47.00
Blanco, Reposado Ultra Anejo
KOMOS $115.00
Rosa, Cristalino, Extra
PATRON CORE 4$48.00
Blanco, Reposado Anejo, Extra Anejo
GRAN PATRON$170.00
Smokey, Platinum, Peidra

Cocktails

Japanese Mule$16.00
Tito's Vodka, Tozai Night Swim, Lemon Simple Syrup, Ginger Ale
Red Bull Rita$16.00
Patrón Silver, Red Bull Watermelon, Triple Sec, Sour
Topo Chico Ranch Water$16.00
Astral Blanco, Fresh Lime, Paloma
Añejo Old Fashioned$16.00
Patrón Añejo, Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters Agave
Lychee-Tini$16.00
New Amsterdam Gin, Lychee, Lemon Grapefruit, *try as a mocktail!
Mesu Margarita$16.00
Tequila Ocho, Lime Juice, Agave, Yuzu Flotter, Mesu Salt
Tequila Espresso Martini$16.00
House Espresso Infused Tequila, Kahlua Ripple, Coffee, Baileys
La Frutilla Ahumada$16.00
Union Mezcal, Strawberry Lime Ginger Beer, Tajin Rim make it spicy +1
Resolution$16.00
Hendricks, St. Germain Lime, Grapefruit, Prosecco
Rum Runner$16.00
Captain Morgan, OJ Pineapple, Mango Purée
Seasonal Frozen Cocktail$16.00

Sake

Ozeki Carafe (Hot)
6 oz $7 | 12 oz $13
- 6 oz$7.00
- 12 oz$13.00
Tozai Night Swim 180ml$11.00
Miyozakura Junmai Cup 180ml$12.00
Soon Hari$14.00
Hana Awaka Peach Sparkling 250ml$21.00
Ozeki Strawberry Nigori 300ml$24.00
Shichi Hon Yari 'Seven Spearman' 300ml$27.00
Tozai Snow Maiden 300ml$27.00
Drunken Whale 300ml$30.00
Kikusui Perfect Snow (Unfiltered) 300ml$30.00
Tozai Blossom of Peace Plum 720ml$80.00
Yuagari Yuzushu 720ml
25/100
- 25ml$25.00
- 100ml$100.00

Wine

White - Aquamarine Sauvignon Blanc, NZ$14.00
Red - Gascon Malbec, Argentina$14.00
Sparkling - Zonin Prosecco, Italy$14.00
Rose - Moulin de Gassac Rose, France$14.00
Champagne - Veuve Clicquot 150 bottle$150.00
ASK ABOUT OUR BOTTLE LIST

Beer

Sapporo$8.00
Kirin$7.00
Kirin Light$7.00
Miller Lite$7.00
Michelob Ultra$7.00
Stella Artois$8.00
Wicked Weed Pernicious IPA$8.00
Heineken 00 NA$7.00
High Noon$10.00
Tequila or Vodka

What 707 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

South Carolina
Hot spot
South Carolina
Lively
Charleston
Healthy
Charleston
Hot spot
Charleston
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Mesu offers a vibrant dining experience with "great food," "excellent service," and an eclectic Mexican-sushi menu. The lively atmosphere is ideal for celebratory occasions, especially bachelorette parties. While some mention the music is "extremely loud," the delicious dishes and attentive staff make it a standout spot in Charleston.

707 Reviews

R
Rachel
Charlotte
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Tasty food overall but not sure it's keeping pace with more innovative, less expensive options in the area
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OpenTable Diner
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Mesu has an incredible atmosphere with such a good mix of two foods I love. The tacos were just as good as the sushi! Their margaritas with their homemade puree were delicious! Highly recommend. The gong tradition is so fun too!
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Cyn
Cincinnati
28 reviews
vip
5.0
28 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had an amazing time. The food was great. Server and staff was so nice and welcoming
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Richard
Hawaii
33 reviews
vip
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First time here on one of our many trips to Charleston. Kayla, our server was helpful and good. I started with the Japanese Mule along with the Habanero Glazed Edamame. We then really enjoyed 4 sushi rolls all outstanding that were the surf and turf, tsunami, King Street, and Mesu roll. We now found a new spot in Charleston.
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Phil
Philadelphia
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
Great place, unique menu and lots of fun... but EXTREMELY loud music made it difficult to have a conversation at the table without yelling.
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Jane
Charleston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very eclectic place with a nice variety of food that was really tasty. Cocktails were also really good. It’s a loud place with TVs and music and a gong that gets rung at random times so don’t go here expecting a quiet place. Overall great experience.
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milang
Detroit
77 reviews
vip
5.0
77 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing. Especially our server. She provided the best service experience we've had in a long time.
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Melinda
Charleston
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We were pleasantly surprised by thae great happy hour menu, as we’ve been before but only on weekends. Food was great, waitress seemed a bit annoyed by our questions and it wasn’t busy at the time
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Craig
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The hostess acted like we were an inconvenience. The seats were not clean and the menus were sticky. The food was good but overpriced for what it was. The service from the waitress was excellent though. We won’t be going back.
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Kenzie
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best place to celebrate!! The food was great, our server was amazing. We had the best best time
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FAQs

Mesu offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (854) 429-1011.

Mesu is rated 4.6 stars by 707 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 25, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

Order delivery or takeout

570 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Additional information

Cross street
King Street and Spring Street
Neighborhood
Downtown Charleston
Hours of operation
Bar Daily 4:00 pm–2:00 am Food Mon–Wed, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Thu–Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Sushi
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking Available at the Hyatt Hotel.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Mike Watson
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.mesuchs.com/
Phone number
(854) 429-1011
Private party facilities
Email info@mesuchs.com for private event information or go to mesu.com to inquire on larger parties and event buyouts.

Mesu

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Sushi Platter

TACOS

Chips & Queso

STARTERS

CHIPS & SALSA$10.00

CHIPS & QUESO$11.00

CHIPS & GUACAMOLE$12.00

BUILD YOUR OWN TRIO$16.00

STREET CORN$11.00

BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF OR PORK CARNITAS NACHOS$20.00

BAO BUN$6.00

TACO SALAD$16.00

CHEESE QUESADILLA$10.00

ADD PROTEIN TO ABOVE$8.00

TACOS

BAJA FISH TACO$7.00

CRISPY CHICKEN$7.00

SOYRIZO VEGGIE$7.00

SMOKED CHICKEN$7.00

PICO SHRIMP$8.00

PORK CARNITAS CLOTHESPIN$8.00

BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF$9.00

A5 PHILLY STREET TACO$9.00

A5 SMASHBURGER STREET TACO$9.00

DESSERT

CHURRO OF THE DAY$8.00

DESSERT OF THE DAY$12.00

NIGIRI/PLATTERS

DANCING FANDANGO NIGIRI$25.00

BONE MARROW NIGIRI$25.00

HOLY CITY TIRADITO$28.00

SUSHI PLATTER 4 ROLLS$85.00

SASHIMI PLATTER 15 PIECES$55.00

NIGIRI PLATTER 10 PIECES$55.00

MIXED PLATTER 2 ROLLS 5 PC SASHIMI 5 PC NIGIRI$80.00

SUSHI ROLLS

VEGGIE$18.00

TIGER$18.00

DYNAMITE$18.00

TSUNAMI$20.00

HAMACHI TALE$20.00

PATRIOTS POINT$20.00

RAINBOW$22.00

MISU$22.00

TAURUS$23.00

LOBSTER RANGOON$23.00

SHISH COOZY$25.00

KING STREET$25.00

THE LAFAYETTE$28.00

Margaritas

BYO Margarita

House Margarita$10.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas Blanco$200.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas Reposado$300.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas Casamigos$400.00

TEQUILA

BLANCO

ANEJO

REPOSADO

MEZCAL

TEQUILA FLIGHTS

ILEGAL MEZCAL$40.00

MIJENTA$50.00

DON JULIO $40.00

HERRADURA $47.00

KOMOS $115.00

PATRON CORE 4$48.00

GRAN PATRON$170.00

Cocktails

Japanese Mule$16.00

Red Bull Rita$16.00

Topo Chico Ranch Water$16.00

Añejo Old Fashioned$16.00

Lychee-Tini$16.00

Mesu Margarita$16.00

Tequila Espresso Martini$16.00