Word on the street
What locals are saying
167 Sushi Bar earns strong local credibility as one of Charleston's most serious raw-fish destinations, praised by the Post and Courier for its clean, precise nigiri — including locally-sourced SC black bass alongside Japanese imports — and standout izakaya plates like the pork belly bao and duck crispy rice. The 22-seat room and chef's counter are consistently cited as a genuine 'experience,' not just a meal, and the sister-brand halo from 167 Raw deepens trust among regulars. The main friction point is price: at $100+ per head for lunch, a minority of reviewers feel some smaller plates (like a $15 duck skewer) don't justify the tab, and the tiny footprint means reservations are effectively mandatory.
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