Mesu

4.6

707 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Mexican

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2 people

22 Nov 2024

21:00

Booked 10 times today

Lively
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

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.

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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
Area
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 & SALSAUS$10.00
Choice of Fire Roasted Tomato or Avocado Tomatillo
CHIPS & QUESOUS$11.00
CHIPS & GUACAMOLEUS$12.00
BUILD YOUR OWN TRIOUS$16.00
Queso, Guacamole, Your Choice of Salsa
STREET CORNUS$11.00
Chipotle Ranch, Cotija, Chopped Cilantro
BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF OR PORK CARNITAS NACHOSUS$20.00
Sautéed Peppers, Onions, Black Beans, Pickled Jalapeños, Sour Cream, Guacamole, Gouda
BAO BUNUS$6.00
Fried Pork Belly, Quick Pickles, Golden Aioli, Cilantro
TACO SALADUS$16.00
Romaine, Smoked Gouda, Black Beans, Tomato, Pickled Onion, Crispy Tortilla, Chipotle Lime Ranch
CHEESE QUESADILLAUS$10.00
ADD PROTEIN TO ABOVEUS$8.00
Choice of Smoked Chicken, Braised Beef, Market Fish, Crispy Chicken, Tempura Shrimp, Soyrizo

TACOS

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

DESSERT

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

NIGIRI/PLATTERS

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

SUSHI ROLLS

VEGGIEUS$18.00
Tempura Vegetable, Avocado, Cucumber, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Micro Cilantro, Black Sea Salt
TIGERUS$18.00
Salmon, Cucumber, Avocado, Spicy Ponzu, Cilantro
DYNAMITEUS$18.00
Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Sriracha Sweet Chili Sauce, Tempura Fried
TSUNAMIUS$20.00
Tempura Shrimp, Salmon, Avocado, Eel Sauce, Pickled Onions
HAMACHI TALEUS$20.00
Seared Hamachi, Fresh Jalapeños, Cucumber, Avocado Scallions, Eel Sauce, Crispy Garlic
PATRIOTS POINTUS$20.00
Tempura Shrimp, Cucumber, Seared Salmon, Golden Aioli, Togarashi, Scallions, Crispy Sweet Potato Strings
RAINBOWUS$22.00
Salmon, Kanpachi, Hamachi, Ahi Tuna, Cucumber, Avocado, Tobiko
MISUUS$22.00
Ahi Tuna, Avocado, White Fish, Fresh Jalapeño, Avocado Tomatillo Salsa, Cilantro
TAURUSUS$23.00
Soy Paper, Cream Cheese, Coconut Shrimp, Jalapeño Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Tuna Sashimi, Voodoo Sauce Tempura Crunchies, Green Onions
LOBSTER RANGOONUS$23.00
Lobster Cream Cheese, Avocado, Eel Sauce, Golden Aioli, Tempura Fried
SHISH COOZYUS$25.00
Salmon, Tuna, Avocado, Seared Wagyu Strawberry Ponzu, Avocado Onions, Black Sea Salt, Micro Cilantro
KING STREETUS$25.00
Tuna, White Fish, Tempura Shrimp, Spicy Tuna Spicy Ponzu, Diced Jalapeño Scallions, Black Tobiko
THE LAFAYETTEUS$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)
- CadillacUS$2.00
- Fresh PuréeUS$2.00
- CoronitaUS$3.00
- SpicyUS$1.00
House MargaritaUS$10.00
Fresh Sour Mix, Lunazul Tequila, Triple Sec
Mega Pitcher Margaritas BlancoUS$200.00
Mega Pitcher Margaritas ReposadoUS$300.00
Mega Pitcher Margaritas CasamigosUS$400.00

TEQUILA

BLANCO
- LunazulUS$7.00
- AltosUS$8.00
- EspolonoUS$9.00
- AstralUS$9.00
- Cazadones CafeUS$10.00
- TeremanaUS$11.00
- Yave MangoUS$11.00
- HerraduraUS$12.00
- 818 Tequila BlancoUS$12.00
- TanteoUS$12.00
- Tanteo JalapenoUS$12.00
- PatronUS$12.00
- Tequila OchoUS$12.00
- CodigoUS$14.00
- CasamigosUS$14.00
- Mijenta BlancoUS$15.00
- Don Julio US$15.00
- Fortaleza BlancoUS$16.00
- Casa DragonesUS$18.00
- MijentaUS$36.00
- Patron SmokeyUS$40.00
- Clase AzulUS$51.00
- Clase Azul GoldUS$87.00
- Gran Patron PlatinumUS$89.00
- Casa Dragones JovenUS$90.00
ANEJO
- Lunazul AnejoUS$10.00
- CasamigosUS$14.00
- Herradura Ultra CristalinoUS$16.00
- Tequila OchoUS$17.00
- Don FulanoUS$18.00
- Don JulioUS$18.00
- Patron ExtraUS$20.00
- Mijenta CristalinoUS$27.00
- Herradura Ultra LegendUS$36.00
- Maestro Dobel Crist ExUS$36.00
- Don Julio 1942US$42.00
- Komos CristalinoUS$44.00
- Casa DragonesUS$46.00
- Tears of Llorona ExtraUS$70.00
- Gran Patron PIedraUS$85.00
- Gran Patron BurdeosUS$100.00
- Komos ExtraUS$100.00
- Clsae Azul UltraUS$400.00
REPOSADO
- LunazulUS$9.00
- CazadoresUS$9.00
- Patron Mesu BarrelUS$13.00
- HerraduraUS$14.00
- Maestro DobelUS$14.00
- CasamigosUS$15.00
- La GritonaUS$15.00
- Tequila OchoUS$15.00
- Maestro Dobel DiamanteUS$16.00
- Don JulioUS$17.00
- Casamigos CristalinoUS$17.00
- FortalezaUS$18.00
- El TesoroUS$19.00
- MijentaUS$21.00
- CincoraUS$36.00
- Patron El AltoUS$47.00
- Clase AzulUS$56.00
- Komos RosaUS$36.00
MEZCAL
- Mezcal UnionUS$10.00
- SombraUS$12.00
- Los VecinosUS$12.50
- MontelobosUS$12.50
- Ilegal JovenUS$13.00
- CasamigosUS$22.00
- Ilegal AnejoUS$23.00
- Clase AzulUS$100.00
- Se Busca JovenUS$14.00
- Ilegal ReposadoUS$16.00

TEQUILA FLIGHTS

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

Cocktails

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

Sake

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

Wine

White - Aquamarine Sauvignon Blanc, NZUS$14.00
Red - Gascon Malbec, ArgentinaUS$14.00
Sparkling - Zonin Prosecco, ItalyUS$14.00
Rose - Moulin de Gassac Rose, FranceUS$14.00
Champagne - Veuve Clicquot 150 bottleUS$150.00
ASK ABOUT OUR BOTTLE LIST

Beer

SapporoUS$8.00
KirinUS$7.00
Kirin LightUS$7.00
Miller LiteUS$7.00
Michelob UltraUS$7.00
Stella ArtoisUS$8.00
Wicked Weed Pernicious IPAUS$8.00
Heineken 00 NAUS$7.00
High NoonUS$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
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

South Carolina
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Charleston
Hot spot
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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 13 November 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 10 November 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 1 November 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 22 October 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 19 October 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 12 October 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 10 October 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 9 October 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 9 October 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 28 September 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 booking

2 people

22 Nov 2024

21:00

Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

570 King Street, Charleston, SC 29403

Additional information

Cross Street
King Street and Spring Street
Area
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 booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Sushi Platter

TACOS

Chips & Queso

STARTERS

CHIPS & SALSAUS$10.00

CHIPS & QUESOUS$11.00

CHIPS & GUACAMOLEUS$12.00

BUILD YOUR OWN TRIOUS$16.00

STREET CORNUS$11.00

BARBACOA BRAISED BEEF OR PORK CARNITAS NACHOSUS$20.00

BAO BUNUS$6.00

TACO SALADUS$16.00

CHEESE QUESADILLAUS$10.00

ADD PROTEIN TO ABOVEUS$8.00

TACOS

BAJA FISH TACOUS$7.00

CRISPY CHICKENUS$7.00

SOYRIZO VEGGIEUS$7.00

SMOKED CHICKENUS$7.00

PICO SHRIMPUS$8.00

PORK CARNITAS CLOTHESPINUS$8.00

BARBACOA BRAISED BEEFUS$9.00

A5 PHILLY STREET TACOUS$9.00

A5 SMASHBURGER STREET TACOUS$9.00

DESSERT

CHURRO OF THE DAYUS$8.00

DESSERT OF THE DAYUS$12.00

NIGIRI/PLATTERS

DANCING FANDANGO NIGIRIUS$25.00

BONE MARROW NIGIRIUS$25.00

HOLY CITY TIRADITOUS$28.00

SUSHI PLATTER 4 ROLLSUS$85.00

SASHIMI PLATTER 15 PIECESUS$55.00

NIGIRI PLATTER 10 PIECESUS$55.00

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

SUSHI ROLLS

VEGGIEUS$18.00

TIGERUS$18.00

DYNAMITEUS$18.00

TSUNAMIUS$20.00

HAMACHI TALEUS$20.00

PATRIOTS POINTUS$20.00

RAINBOWUS$22.00

MISUUS$22.00

TAURUSUS$23.00

LOBSTER RANGOONUS$23.00

SHISH COOZYUS$25.00

KING STREETUS$25.00

THE LAFAYETTEUS$28.00

Margaritas

BYO Margarita

House MargaritaUS$10.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas BlancoUS$200.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas ReposadoUS$300.00

Mega Pitcher Margaritas CasamigosUS$400.00

TEQUILA

BLANCO

ANEJO

REPOSADO

MEZCAL

TEQUILA FLIGHTS

ILEGAL MEZCALUS$40.00

MIJENTAUS$50.00

DON JULIO US$40.00

HERRADURA US$47.00

KOMOS US$115.00

PATRON CORE 4US$48.00

GRAN PATRONUS$170.00

Cocktails

Japanese MuleUS$16.00

Red Bull RitaUS$16.00

Topo Chico Ranch WaterUS$16.00

Añejo Old FashionedUS$16.00

Lychee-TiniUS$16.00

Mesu MargaritaUS$16.00

Tequila Espresso MartiniUS$16.00