843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House
North Charleston
Restaurant in North Charleston, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House on Rivers Avenue serves Korean BBQ and sushi under one roof — a practical hybrid for groups with split preferences. The dual format trades depth for breadth: tableside grills deliver generous portions of bulgogi and kalbi, while the sushi counter covers nigiri and rolls without aspiring to omakase precision. Walk-ins work most nights, though weekend BBQ tables fill quickly.
About 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House
843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House is a North Charleston venue with evening hours most days, a casual dress code, and a Monday closure. Beyond those basics, specific menu details, service formats, reservations, takeout, delivery, pricing, and seating information are not available, so plan around the confirmed essentials rather than assumptions.
The Format and What It Delivers
The name points diners toward Korean BBQ and sushi, and the restaurant is a casual North Charleston dinner option. Check directly with the restaurant for current menu and service details before organizing a meal around a particular item or format.
Hours skew evening: Tuesday through Thursday 4–9 PM, Friday and Saturday 3–10 PM, Sunday 4–9 PM, and closed Mondays. No lunch hours are listed, so plan accordingly if exploring North Charleston restaurants during the day.
When It Works and When It Doesn't
843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House works best when you want a casual North Charleston dinner and can confirm current details before you go. Because specific booking policies, group accommodations, takeout, delivery, and menu items are not available, larger parties or diners with firm preferences should contact the restaurant or check a current official listing before relying on availability.
The casual dress code makes it an easygoing option rather than a formal-dress destination. If you are comparing different dinner styles, Jackrabbit Filly, Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse Charleston, Sesame Burgers & Beer, Los Reyes, and Cane Pazzo may also be worth considering depending on the kind of meal you want, but confirm each venue’s current details separately.
For 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House, the most dependable planning information is the weekly schedule: closed Monday; open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 4–9 PM; open Friday and Saturday from 3–10 PM. For broader dining context, consult our full North Charleston restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 6601 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- 843koreanbbq.co
- Phone
- +18437649578
The take
The Take
The Vibe
843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House feels like a relaxed, workaday neighborhood spot where the social ritual of Korean BBQ takes center stage. The dining room is structured around table-embedded grills and the shared ritual of banchan, so energy comes from the group at the table rather than theatrical design flourishes. The location on Rivers Avenue and the focus on feeding a local, multinational population keep the tone unpretentious and community-focused. You come here for the convivial, un-stuffy experience of cooking and sharing food with friends and family rather than for destination-style fine dining.
Best For
This is a clear choice for group dining and family meals, especially when you want a hands-on, social dining experience. The format is built for groups—tables become kitchens and the meal unfolds at the table, making it ideal for casual hangouts, celebrations, and gatherings where pacing and conversation matter. It suits local diners and service members in the area who want a communal meal rather than a formal night out. Expect a lively, collective meal that centers on shared plates and table-top grilling.
Ordering Tips
Treat the meal as communal: order a selection of grilling cuts and share multiple small plates of banchan to keep the table moving. The 843 Signature Ribeye Bulgogi is a natural place to start for the live-fire format; add the Hamuel Pajeon for a shareable pancake and sample a couple of the house rolls—843 Roll, Raging Dragon Roll, or Power House Roll—to balance the grilled meats. Pace the cooking to conversation, and plan for a group so everyone gets in on the grilling; the restaurant’s table-embedded grills and live-fire support are built for that shared approach.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual and lively with an interactive dining atmosphere featuring tabletop grilling; family-friendly environment with entertainment options.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Casual
- Noise Level
- Lively
- Service Style
- Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- 843 Signature Ribeye Bulgogi
- Hamuel Pajeon
- 843 Roll
- Raging Dragon Roll
- Power House Roll
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 6601 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406
Planning details
Location
6601 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC 29406 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Cane Pazzo, Notable alternative
- Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse Charleston, Notable alternative
- Sesame Burgers & Beer, Notable alternative
- Jackrabbit Filly, Notable alternative
- Los Reyes, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House competes in North Charleston's casual-dining tier, where format flexibility matters more than singular excellence. Jackrabbit Filly delivers sharper execution and a quieter room at a similar price, making it the better pick for a polished dinner or date night. Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse Charleston offers a more theatrical tableside grilling experience with rodizio service and a broader protein selection, though it skews pricier and louder. If you want straightforward value and easy booking, Sesame Burgers & Beer and Los Reyes sit in the same weeknight-casual bracket, though neither offers the dual Korean-Japanese menu span.
The advantage here is breadth: 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House absorbs groups with divergent tastes, half grilling short ribs, half ordering spicy tuna rolls, without requiring a second stop. The trade-off is depth: neither the BBQ nor the sushi reaches the standard of a focused specialist. For takeout and delivery, the restaurant outperforms most BBQ spots because the sushi travels cleanly and the grilled meats hold heat well in insulated containers. If you're feeding a mixed group on a weeknight and want walk-in ease, book here. If you want the best version of either format, split your visits between a dedicated Korean grill and a sushi counter with omakase ambitions.
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Compare 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House | North Charleston | No published awards |
| Cane Pazzo | Hanahan | 2026 Condé Nast Traveler Best Restaurants in Charleston2025 Resy Best of the Hit List |
| Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse Charleston | North Charleston | No published awards |
| Sesame Burgers & Beer | North Charleston | No published awards |
| Jackrabbit Filly | North Charleston | No published awards |
| Los Reyes | North Charleston | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House?
Dinner is the better option. The listed hours are Tuesday through Thursday 4–9 PM, Friday and Saturday 3–10 PM, Sunday 4–9 PM, and closed Monday. No lunch hours are listed.
Can 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House accommodate groups?
What should I order at 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House?
Specific menu items are not included in this guide. Check the restaurant’s current menu before visiting, especially if you are looking for a particular dish or dining format.
What are alternatives to 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House?
Depending on the style of meal you want, you might also compare Cane Pazzo, Jackrabbit Filly, Lasso Gaucho Brazilian Steakhouse Charleston, Los Reyes, or Sesame Burgers & Beer. Confirm each venue’s current hours, menu, and booking details separately.
Is 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House good for a special occasion?
Can I eat at the bar at 843 Korean BBQ & Sushi House?
Bar or counter seating is not listed. Contact the restaurant or check a current official listing before planning around that seating option.
