Kanki Japanese House of Steaks & Sushi - Durham

Mrs.B 2 months ago

I always enjoy myself when I visit! This time I went with my Husband and they did not disappoint!! Food is A1 Service was fun and exciting!! I will be back!

Benedict Isaac 3 months ago

Got the emperors delight, and choice of two protein. Ordered a sushi but it never came. The taste was good, the food was well cooked. The soup was great. The veggies were good as well. But I believe for $39 you could get better portions at other places, and there was hair on the sauce

Alicia Freeman 3 months ago

So pissed! Ran to grab a to-go plate. I don’t mind paying for good food, but $40 for a plate with a ball of hair in it and on top of that they didn’t put the salad in the bag either. Smh I did call to let the manager know, because I was just going to overlook the salad but the hairball was too much. They gave me a refund, but just do better so I can enjoy the meal.

Taneika Blackwell 8 months ago

I celebrated my birthday yesterday at Kanki and WOW-what an experience. My family and I truly had an amazing time. During the week the open a little later-around 4:30. Earlier on weekends-around 11-11:30 is. But we got there right at 4:30 as doors opened and was greated by a nice young lady and promptly seated. Our server was super nice and very thorough. He made sure everyone at the table was comfortable and had everything we need as well as -kept all of our drinks refilled the entire visit. My husband and I got the dinner for two which was about $56 and included lots of veggies, rice and both chicken and steak. Mozart was our cook. He was amazing! Food was delicious! He was very entertaining and kept us laughing the entire time. Crazy enough other people at the other tables were enjoying him just as we were. Establishment was clean and atmosphere relaxing. If I could give them higher than 5 stars I would. So just an amazing time and so happy I decided to go there for my Birthday. Thank you to our host, server and cook for an amazing time. Would recommend 100%.

luther kincade a year ago

I’ve been coming to Kanki in Durham for years, and while it’s not quite the same as it used to be, it’s still a restaurant worth checking out. This spot has always been about more than just food—it’s the full hibachi experience, and on that front it still delivers. The hibachi chef at my table was amazing. He kept the whole group laughing and engaged while showing off the fire tricks and knife skills that make hibachi such a fun night out. That energy is what makes Kanki special, and it hasn’t lost its spark. The sake was smooth and hit the spot, adding to the lively atmosphere. Most importantly, the food was actually very good. The steak was cooked perfectly, the fried rice had that rich, buttery flavor you can only get on a hibachi grill, and the vegetables were fresh and well seasoned. Everything came out hot and flavorful—no complaints there. If I had to nitpick, the restaurant itself feels a little more worn compared to years past, and service can be uneven at times. But when the food, the show, and the sake all line up, Kanki still proves why it’s been a Durham favorite for decades.