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Top Japanese restaurants in Orlando, United States
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Shin Japanese Cuisine
Shakai Sushi Lounge
Kabooki Sushi
Hidden Sushi
Amura Japanese Restaurant
Kadence
DOMU
BENTO Downtown Orlando
Sushi Katana
Reviews
Unbelievable dining experience! I am blown away by not only the incredible food, but the amazing server we had. It was my daughter’s 18 birthday and Sam treated us so well. Her recommendations were spot on and she gave us excellent service! Thank you Domu and thank you Sam for your part in giving Akessa a memorable 18th birthday!
I highly recommend Domu "A Dream Come True," a restaurant that serves exceptional ramen. The Tokyo Ramen, with its delicious chicken broth base, is my favorite. Be aware that Domu does not accept reservations and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. To avoid long waits, I suggest arriving at least 30 minutes early. If you're in Orlando, don't miss the opportunity to try this outstanding ramen spot.
Deeply regretted eating here. Incredibly overpriced, albeit good tasting. The atmosphere was weird, with several bulky portable ACs connected to the ceiling at various points. My guess is that they have some ventilation issues. The waiter was unknolegeable about the menu and awkward at best.
The beef bulgogi was served in a flat plate that made it incredibly uncomfortable to mix and eat.
Did not feel inviting to eat here.
The beef bulgogi was served in a flat plate that made it incredibly uncomfortable to mix and eat.
Did not feel inviting to eat here.
Our first time here. Delicious salmon sashimi and carpaccio. I came for the DJOs and they didn’t disappoint. Service is excellent. Only thing I could suggest is more small sake bottles for option.
If you’re looking for consistently excellent sushi, this place is a must-visit. We’ve been coming here for years, and it never disappoints. Their lunch deals are fantastic, offering great value without compromising on quality. The sushi is always fresh, expertly prepared, and delicious. Highly recommended!
What more to say 5 out of 5 stars. The wait time to get a table can be a little off putting sometimes but totally worth it. We tried appetizers and dinner and dessert. We were thrilled with everything that came to the table and everything that we got served.Top to bottom this place is a really well-rounded place and fresh food in a timely manner. This will definitely be one of our regular spots.
Visiting Margaritaville for the week and stopped to review Bento’s menu. We decided not to eat in as the restaurant was empty. Later in the evening we decided to try Bento and ordered $200 worth of assorted food, extra soy and some other sauces to be delivered. No soy or extra sauce was provided and food was luke warm, and just not good. We did call and asked for the sauces to be delivered since Bento was right down the road and staff declined to deliver it and refused to put management on the phone. Now we understand why the business was empty and won’t be back!
Excellent “all you can eat” restaurant. Very friendly atmosphere and the food was so delicious! Is a lot of food! We will definitely be back! Ana and all the girls very nice and polite! 😀
Extremely great food. The wings are really good with a sticky sweet flavor. We had the YUZU SHOYU, vegan and spicy curry ramen and it was incredible.. the medium curry was a bit spicier than I I was expecting but it was so flavorful
If anyone were to ask me where the best wings are in Florida my response would be quick and simple,DOMU! I was told that we had to check this place out for wings in regardless of what flavor you order they could put a guarantee that you will thoroughly enjoy them. I also had the Richie Rich Ramen bowl and ordered the spam Sando on the side. I left pretty full but man Look forward to the next time I go back. 100% satisfied. Jeep and we find restaurants all over Central Florida to finish out a trail ride. I will definitely have to figure out how to get this location onto a trail. Any place that has a line out the door before they open means that that's a great place. Not to mention all the other venues that are in the same market. even the napkins were above normal. But don't expect to be charged exuberant amounts and get one bite of food. The wings are worth the price. The service was outstanding the staff was great after ordering it came very quickly to the table. They also kept our drinks full.
We had a family dinner at Katana Sushi, and it was amazing! The food was fresh and tasty, and the service was great. Kenji took really good care of us, making the whole experience even better. I highly recommend this place for a great sushi dinner. I'll definitely be back!
Burger King atmosphere, Taco Bell customer service, priced as a Michelin restaurant.
No waiters! Plastic forks! At that price?
I guess you are designed to be a take out food place, however just be nice to your diners in clients…
No waiters! Plastic forks! At that price?
I guess you are designed to be a take out food place, however just be nice to your diners in clients…
I ordered 2 rolls and I asked for a sauce for each roll. I was told that I had to pay for both sauces which I questioned. I asked to speak to a manager and she said she was the manager - Sharon. Sharon said she could show me the policy that says she has to charge for sauce. She showed me a message on her phone that read “We are getting a lot of complaints about the sauce, let me reiterate that each roll comes with a complimentary sauce.” Sharon still charged me for the sauce.
It was my first time eating raw fish, and my server Ken was visibly excited to hear this. He clearly loves sharing the experience of great food with the world and that is very admirable. He is a wonderful man, and brought me some of the best food I have ever eaten! I will be bringing everyone here next time I am in town!
I experienced an amazing all-you-can-eat sushi feast! The sushi was top-notch, made with fresh ingredients and delightful flavor pairings. This Brazilian sushi style includes some options with a generous amount of cream cheese, one of my personal favorites! As if that wasn't enough, they also offer a tantalizing dessert option - a banana hot roll topped with Nutella! Fair price, during the weekend the all-you-can-eat option costs $36.90. The service was exceptional as well. Our server, Steiner, was incredibly friendly and made sure our dining experience was perfect.
A nice meal if it were half the price. For a couple to have omakase + champagne flight + sake flight and sparkling water, it was not worth $496. The service was rushed (even though we arrived on time) and not the personal experience described by other reviewers. The food did not melt in your mouth like high end restaurants. I was disappointed in the birthday experience I was trying to provide. I have lived in big cities where this place would not make it a year in business.
The food was good, but a little over-priced than what I'm used to paying for. The person who took our order was not as pleasant. The atmosphere was nice and clean.
BEST Ramen you will ever have!! Riche Rich is by far the best ramen I ever had and it has such diverse flavors in one bowl of ramen and I’m not a big ramen person. We also tried the Yuzu Shoyu which had a nice citrus flavor and also was pretty good too. The Fried Chicken Sando which was very tasty; it’s coated in that yummy kimchi butter sauce but I did wish they had put a bit more of the slaw on there. We went on a Saturday for brunch and it wasn’t super packed; the wait was about 45 minutes but parking was limited.
Literally the best ramen I’ve ever had. I’m writing this review 5 hours after I’ve eaten and I’m still completely full! The portions are amazing, with SO many noodles I couldn’t even finish it. Their noodles are also made in house, and you can tell, the quality is absolutely amazing. I’ll provide some details just so you know this place is one you’ve GOT TO TRY.
Food: Just top tier, quality food. All of the food is comforting and delicious, where the tonkotsu and miso ramen were perfect. I liked the broth of the “Richie Rich” more than the “Black Garlic Tonkotsu” as it had more flavor, but I enjoyed both. The charsu was cooked perfect and everything was very balanced. The ice cream was also soo yummy, they have different flavors every week! We had their mystery flavor and it was very good :)
Atmosphere: Such a cute little place, as all of East End Market is. They had a bunch of live plants and a beautiful mural. It is a bit cramped, but we didn’t mind so much.
Service: Great service! Our server was very attentive and sooo polite, they’re doing a great job training their employees.
Food: Just top tier, quality food. All of the food is comforting and delicious, where the tonkotsu and miso ramen were perfect. I liked the broth of the “Richie Rich” more than the “Black Garlic Tonkotsu” as it had more flavor, but I enjoyed both. The charsu was cooked perfect and everything was very balanced. The ice cream was also soo yummy, they have different flavors every week! We had their mystery flavor and it was very good :)
Atmosphere: Such a cute little place, as all of East End Market is. They had a bunch of live plants and a beautiful mural. It is a bit cramped, but we didn’t mind so much.
Service: Great service! Our server was very attentive and sooo polite, they’re doing a great job training their employees.
My wife and I have been coming here for 10 years. We love the food and people. We really enjoy the Oasis roll but you can’t go wrong with any of the food. They are reasonably priced compared to most sushi places we have been to as well. I recommend it for a date night or if you’re feeling good Japanese food.
I was truly excited to try this place, but unfortunately, it just didn't meet the hype I have heard. While the Brazilian style sushi was tasty, the long wait between orders in the all you can eat option, it made our group full quicker. Our servers were nice, but the actual service was slow. Should I return in the future, I will be sure to update my review at that time.
First time trying this place, like the name, it's hidden in the back of a shopping center, but don't let that deter you from coming and trying out the place. Food was great and everything came out at a reasonable time and temperature. Tried a little of everything and it all was tasty. Service was friendly and the server was knowledgeable of the menu. Next time I'm in town definitely coming back.
Amazing experience at Kadence recently, greeted by the incredible team including little sous chef Romeo who kept smiles on our faces all night. Intimate setting and a diverse, filling tasting menu for $75 per person, will be back soon for the longer omakase dinner.
As an experience, Kadence is amazing. The food falls short. The service, personality, intimacy and setting is exceptional. We had the tasting menu plus the sake pairing. The sake and their presentation and explanation was excellent, and actually a decent value. The only thing that fell short was the actual sushi. It was fine, and with the very high price tag, I struggle to say that it’s worth it. The quality did not seem to be any higher than another much less expensive sushi restaurant. It comes up short in quantity as well. We ended up getting del taco after as we were still hungry.
Our Favorite Sushi Spot in Orlando Florida.
The food was fresh and had excellent taste. EXCELLENT!! All around . The whole staff is very helpful and attentive. Everything here is delicious. Please ask for Giovanna
The food was fresh and had excellent taste. EXCELLENT!! All around . The whole staff is very helpful and attentive. Everything here is delicious. Please ask for Giovanna
Food was very good and a lot of it! The woman who took our order was very kind and helpful with our questions. The bathroom was not very clean which is a mood killer for me lol overall, I would def go back!
UGH. This place is AMAZING and worth the long wait. I arrived around 30 minutes before opening and it was a very long line outside. It started pouring rain, but I stayed outside in the pouring rain waiting for them to open just so I can eat here. It was 100% worth it. The plating and beverage art is so well thought out and beautiful. The wings are so crispy and flavorful, and the ramen is so good. 10/10
- first time to experience their asagohan (traditional Japanese breakfast) & it didn’t disappoint.
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We called with a massive order for 20 people and the entire process was absolutely amazing. The food, service, special requests. Literally everything was delicious and flawless. Thank you for making the gathering so fantastic.
This was our first time experiencing this place! We were delighted to try out all of the different sushi options. This place is a fusion of sushi with a Brazilian flair. It really is a hidden gem. Our server, Giovanna, was very knowledgeable and welcoming. She was thorough in explaining all of the options to us. We did the premium All-You-Can-Eat. Personally, though, the normal All-You-Can-Eat is what I will go with on the following visit. We enjoyed everything, especially the Romeo & Juliet ice cream! I highly recommend this place and Giovanna!
This is one of my favorite sushi restaurant for over 8 years and is always really good, we had Mango tango roll, buba roll, volcano roll, Godzilla roll all of them delicious super tasty and very well cooked, my baby had the kids menu Orange chicken with fried the portion was super generous and he loved
Cup of noodles would have been better than this supposed Tonkotsu Ramen bowl. The noodles seem to be overcooked with a sticky and grainy texture. The broth had no flavor, the miso soup at a Chinese take out restaurant has more flavor. The pork was chewy. As you can see in the pictures the egg was a hardboiled egg. My wife had the shrimp shumai that tasted frozen then microwaved. If I were the owner of this establishment I would be ashamed to call it a Japanese restaurant.
Sushi Katana has fantastic service and really great sushi. The staff is super friendly, and the sushi is always fresh and delicious. It's definitely one of my favorite places to eat.
Do you have a food that you crave sometimes but others, want nothing to do with? To me, that is Sushi.
Furthermore, I can't just eat any sushi, for example, subpar sushi makes me stay far away. So when I do find a Sushi restaurant that makes me happy, I stick with that place... And that to me is Sushi Katana.
What makes Sushi Katana special is the food and the customer service.
Ken, my waiter, was a perfect example of an excellent server. (Honestly, I might have forgotten his name and forgive me if I did, but I'm 90% sure it is Ken.) The thing about Ken is he not only suggested some excellent choices but allowed me to experience.
What I mean by that is, through his conversational questioning, he allowed me to go from a simple roll to a special he recommended. He also noted some of the beers they had and recommended, stating "you will like this one, I'm sure of it". He was right, but more so, because he listened, he made me feel special as a guest and that is something I will always appreciate.
Now the roll, I can't recall what I ordered, I just know that it was really good.
Honestly, I've been to this place several times over the years and they have always made me happy.
As such, I highly recommend.
Furthermore, I can't just eat any sushi, for example, subpar sushi makes me stay far away. So when I do find a Sushi restaurant that makes me happy, I stick with that place... And that to me is Sushi Katana.
What makes Sushi Katana special is the food and the customer service.
Ken, my waiter, was a perfect example of an excellent server. (Honestly, I might have forgotten his name and forgive me if I did, but I'm 90% sure it is Ken.) The thing about Ken is he not only suggested some excellent choices but allowed me to experience.
What I mean by that is, through his conversational questioning, he allowed me to go from a simple roll to a special he recommended. He also noted some of the beers they had and recommended, stating "you will like this one, I'm sure of it". He was right, but more so, because he listened, he made me feel special as a guest and that is something I will always appreciate.
Now the roll, I can't recall what I ordered, I just know that it was really good.
Honestly, I've been to this place several times over the years and they have always made me happy.
As such, I highly recommend.
One of the best sushi places in the Orlando area. The fish is fresh and the flavors are unique and memorable. Hidden sushi is really a hidden gem.
The restaurant is nicely designed and well lit. Perfect for a date night or even lunch date!
And to top it off the service was excellent! Felipe was enthusiastic and attentive. He explained everything about the menu and really had some great recommendations!
We can’t wait to go back!
The restaurant is nicely designed and well lit. Perfect for a date night or even lunch date!
And to top it off the service was excellent! Felipe was enthusiastic and attentive. He explained everything about the menu and really had some great recommendations!
We can’t wait to go back!
Wow! I'm pretty impressed! Everything was so good! From food & service to ambience, everything was awesome! Saturday evening & we, family of 5 were seated almost right away. There was even a kids menu!
Food: There was not "too much" rice vs fish. The fish was also fresh and the rolls tasted really good; even the ones with sauce was not overpowered by too much sauce. Menu also had eats other than sushi. Ribeye beef teriyaki was good; chicken katsu was crispy, and kids beef teriyaki is steak straps but not as tender as the ribeye beef teriyaki.
Service: Friendly greeting right away. Waiter was also very friendly, quick & efficient. He asked if we wanted food out as it's ready or all together which was considerate. He also made a great suggestion on what else to order based off a roll we ordered. All staff we saw had smiles on their faces & positive attitudes. Kitchen was closing but Waiter was able to still squeeze in an order which was great.
Ambience: Great lighting (we're one of those peeps who like to actually see their food). Atmosphere was comfortable & casual enough for adults & families.
100% highly recommending this place!
Ps. Ordered 13 items & total came out to $160ish (tip excluded).
Food: There was not "too much" rice vs fish. The fish was also fresh and the rolls tasted really good; even the ones with sauce was not overpowered by too much sauce. Menu also had eats other than sushi. Ribeye beef teriyaki was good; chicken katsu was crispy, and kids beef teriyaki is steak straps but not as tender as the ribeye beef teriyaki.
Service: Friendly greeting right away. Waiter was also very friendly, quick & efficient. He asked if we wanted food out as it's ready or all together which was considerate. He also made a great suggestion on what else to order based off a roll we ordered. All staff we saw had smiles on their faces & positive attitudes. Kitchen was closing but Waiter was able to still squeeze in an order which was great.
Ambience: Great lighting (we're one of those peeps who like to actually see their food). Atmosphere was comfortable & casual enough for adults & families.
100% highly recommending this place!
Ps. Ordered 13 items & total came out to $160ish (tip excluded).
Let's me just say we finished everything! Jjamppong, korean pancake, african sushi, and Mexican sushi. 2 people cleared the plates.
Oh wow. What an AMAZING dining experience, I cannot wait to go back.
By far, the best meal of my life!
@kadenceorlando is a private dining experience, where there are only 9 guests dining at a time. It's a 2:30hr experience, while the chefs are prepping and cooking directly in front of you while sharing stories and teaching you about each meal they prepare.
The fish was fresh, the ambiance pleasant, clean, lux, and all about the food. I loved the plain walls and the crisp bar tables.
There is so much more I can say about this place, but it wouldn't be enough, you have to experience it yourself. .
By far, the best meal of my life!
@kadenceorlando is a private dining experience, where there are only 9 guests dining at a time. It's a 2:30hr experience, while the chefs are prepping and cooking directly in front of you while sharing stories and teaching you about each meal they prepare.
The fish was fresh, the ambiance pleasant, clean, lux, and all about the food. I loved the plain walls and the crisp bar tables.
There is so much more I can say about this place, but it wouldn't be enough, you have to experience it yourself. .
This is a down to earth, super traditional Japanese restaurant that does not disappoint for anyone who is looking for one of those restaurants that Japanese people actually eat at.
My typical go to menu items here are Chawanmushi (steamed egg custard), karagge (Japanese style fried chicken) agedashi tofu (fried tofu with bonito flakes in sauce) and of course sushi. This time I strayed and got the grilled and chilled eggplant with ginger sauce and the octopus with nuta miso. It was superb.
My typical go to menu items here are Chawanmushi (steamed egg custard), karagge (Japanese style fried chicken) agedashi tofu (fried tofu with bonito flakes in sauce) and of course sushi. This time I strayed and got the grilled and chilled eggplant with ginger sauce and the octopus with nuta miso. It was superb.
The atmosphere and the service is good, but the pricing and the food quality is high and not very fresh. (If you just order some basic rice, it is fine) When I ordered the Uni Don the market price is 47, so i thought is would be a don covered with at least 4-5 pieces even for the highest level. You can see the picture for how little it is. Only one piece. Then for the flavor, the uni is not sweet, and it has those “fishy” taste even though the texture is fine.
If you don’t order this don since it is pricey for $47 dollars, if you try udon, it is plain only salty. For the 寿喜锅the Japanese hotpot, it is very sweet. We added two cups of water but didn’t help.
If you order the Japanese fried chicken, it is as small as you can see.
Overall, we had expectations for the restaurant, and it turned out pricey and not fresh. I think I have a stomachache after the uni. I understand the market price is not determined by me, but the taste doesn’t meet its high level either.
If you don’t order this don since it is pricey for $47 dollars, if you try udon, it is plain only salty. For the 寿喜锅the Japanese hotpot, it is very sweet. We added two cups of water but didn’t help.
If you order the Japanese fried chicken, it is as small as you can see.
Overall, we had expectations for the restaurant, and it turned out pricey and not fresh. I think I have a stomachache after the uni. I understand the market price is not determined by me, but the taste doesn’t meet its high level either.
Terrible customer service, the server lady with dark hair and glasses was so rude from the beginning. That wasn’t the worst part, I ordered a salmon entree which wasn’t good honestly either, and they brought everything at once so I couldn’t take my time with the soup & salad. The tables are very small and the blonde server started spraying the tables around us with some cleaning product. I thought I could get over that but then the other one brings a mop that smelled like bleach and cleans the floor right next to our table. I couldn’t even enjoy my meal, sucks because I hadn’t seen my sister in so long and that was our meeting/ meal that I was looking forward to. Then to top it off I’m half way through my food and she asks if the checks were separate or together. And brought the bill fast, it’s so inconsiderate of the guest. Like I’m spending money here and just trying to enjoy my meal with my sister. Also made snarky comments when my sister asked for a fork, it’s a lot. I wish I could say the food was worth it but it wasn’t. Please do better, I will never go there again or recommend to anyone. There’s better places downtown.
This restaurant did not disappoint. It is a memorable dining experience with the best fish selections, sushi preparation and team. I have been to this kind of restaurant in NYC and Boston, but Kadence far surpassed my previous “big city” omakassi experiences. We are so lucky to have this kind of sushi in Central Florida and they deserve all of the great awards that they have!
Celebrated my birthday weekend here because I wanted sushi 🍣 and everything was amazing. Freshly made, hot, and phenomenal service, I will be returning.
The sashimi is FRESH. Good slices at reasonable value. I ordered the sashimi assortment. The Kirin draft was cold. Overall I really enjoyed eating here. I wish I had a bigger appetite as the sushi served at all the tables looked AMAZING!!
Peter and Douglas were excellent friendly servers.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS JAPANESE RESTAURANT.
Peter and Douglas were excellent friendly servers.
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS JAPANESE RESTAURANT.
Came for Sunday brunch with ladies for Bday celebration. Did the brunch and unlimited mimosas for $45. Drinks served not on ice in plastic (scratched to hell) glasses. Food was served in pieces and hella cold. Sent back 3times an still couldn't get it right. Ordered med steak which came well done in what looks like barley 2oz serving. Fries cold, eggs not correct, grits laden whit grease, tots burned. All brought out well after main dish. Pissed off and hungry. Waited damn near 2hrs for messed up
I came with a couple of friends for Brunch and the chicken and waffles were great. The staff was very nice, super cool brunch spot.
What a fantastic experience. Authentic Japanese cuisine and fresh. Never had I been so close to Japan.
This is my favorite Sushi restaurant in Orlando. I can always count with the food being fresh and delicious. We went for Valentines day and the experience was superb! Loved the drinks and every single plate was unique and tasty. Highly recommend! ❤️
It is a very warm and cozy atmosphere and the service was excellent. The servers were great and the food did not take long to come out. I highly recommend the pork ribs and any of the sushi rolls should be superb.
It had been on my list to try and we finally made it for my BIL birthday! I know it took a while but it sure was worth the wait. We made reservations so check in was fast and grateful that they have complimentary valet.
We were looking forward to a couple of items we had our eyes on and they sure delivered. Not only on taste but the quality of ingredients.
We got miso soup, wakame, brussel sprouts, nigiri, LV roll, lobster tail dumplings, wagyu A5 hot rock and wrapped it up with the c-4!
Service was good but could had been a bit better.
We will definitely come back and try the Sand Lake location.
We were looking forward to a couple of items we had our eyes on and they sure delivered. Not only on taste but the quality of ingredients.
We got miso soup, wakame, brussel sprouts, nigiri, LV roll, lobster tail dumplings, wagyu A5 hot rock and wrapped it up with the c-4!
Service was good but could had been a bit better.
We will definitely come back and try the Sand Lake location.
The place was nicely decorated and set the tone for the occasion. We came for Happy Hour. The drinks were well made, and we had spring rolls for appetizers, very good!
I gave it 4 ⭐️’s, because the service was a little slow, but polite.
Shakai is conveniently located in Downtown Orlando.
I gave it 4 ⭐️’s, because the service was a little slow, but polite.
Shakai is conveniently located in Downtown Orlando.
Where have yall been all of my life ? The service was great, drinks were good but the food was excellent. We had sashimi, the lobster dumplings but the winner here is the LV roll with wagyu meat. We will definitely be back !
AUTHENTIC JAPANESE. So glad we found this place. After traveling Japan I can assure you this is true JAPANESE food. Every time we come everybody is extremely kind. The katsu curry is my favorite ! This place will not disappoint ˶ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ˶
1/13/2024
I don't know if I had my favorite sushi of all time but it was pretty inventive sushi and I did enjoy it. Everything seemed to be fresh and carefully prepared. Gage, our server, was friendly and made good suggestions engaging the experience further. This is not a cheap outing, so be prepared to pay but it's unique with lots of energy. We sat at the sushi bar which seemed to be a living entity the way each person added together to produce a final product.
I'd go back for sure. Lots more to try.
I don't know if I had my favorite sushi of all time but it was pretty inventive sushi and I did enjoy it. Everything seemed to be fresh and carefully prepared. Gage, our server, was friendly and made good suggestions engaging the experience further. This is not a cheap outing, so be prepared to pay but it's unique with lots of energy. We sat at the sushi bar which seemed to be a living entity the way each person added together to produce a final product.
I'd go back for sure. Lots more to try.
I have come here a couple times and its sooooo good! And you really cannot beat their happy hour. I definitely recommend the coconut mojito and the spring rolls 🤤.
We visited to checkout the happy hour (5-7 most days I think) and could not have been happier with our choice. Sat at the bar and 2 staff members said hello immediately and asked if we had been in before. We said no, and so she gave us a rundown of the specials and some of her favorites. She even offered to have the chef make something for us as an app which was phenomenal (ended up being the yellowtail app which we loved). Kari was our main server at the bar, and I cannot say enough nice things about how excellent our service was. The sushi was great, the happy hour prices were awesome, and Kari and the other servers were the cherry on top. Absolutely awesome place to stop by in Downtown Orlando.
We absolutely loved our dining experience there! Our bartender Chen was outstanding with great drinks. The food was delicious, as we shared multiple plates.
The caviar was really good, the uni shot was delicious, and the beef carpacio was amazing. Everything was great, though extremely overpriced for the size of the portions you get. We still had an awesome culinary experience!
The caviar was really good, the uni shot was delicious, and the beef carpacio was amazing. Everything was great, though extremely overpriced for the size of the portions you get. We still had an awesome culinary experience!
Located near the end of a standard tourist strip mall on International Drive, lies a small, unassuming traditional Japanese restaurant. The decor is calming and welcoming, with the feeling that you are eating in a homes courtyard. The menu is packed with Japanese classics, Soba, Udon, Hot Pots, Sushi and more. They often have seasonal offerings as well. This time of year it’s mushrooms. The staff is welcoming and helpful with suggestions. We booked this with group of friends as a planning for an upcoming trip to Japan, and loved it. Don’t miss out on the selection of Saki either . The parking situation is a little odd with most of the spaces in the area taken up by reserved spots only. You may have to park and well a bit to get there.
Believe all the good things you’ve heard about this place because it truly is a gem. It starts off with the friendly staff and the quaint outdoor seating area. Kim, our waitress was informative, attentive and friendly. We had a follow up waitress, I didn’t catch her name but incredibly sweet.
We had the double Philly, kara mura (super spicy sauce), a yellowtail roll and beauty and the beast. All were fantastic but the beauty and the beast packs a delightful punch of flavors and textures. I can’t forget to mention that the ginger salad was delightful. I find this to be one of the things I critique most at sushi spots because the ginger dressings vary as well as the greens used and the overall look. This one was definitely unique, it wasn’t too sweet and had a high quality home made taste to it. This place was very reasonably priced. I would recommend and will definitely be back.
We had the double Philly, kara mura (super spicy sauce), a yellowtail roll and beauty and the beast. All were fantastic but the beauty and the beast packs a delightful punch of flavors and textures. I can’t forget to mention that the ginger salad was delightful. I find this to be one of the things I critique most at sushi spots because the ginger dressings vary as well as the greens used and the overall look. This one was definitely unique, it wasn’t too sweet and had a high quality home made taste to it. This place was very reasonably priced. I would recommend and will definitely be back.
I came here for magical dining month and I was very happy. The food was fresh, tasted great. Cocktails were creative and delicious. Really enjoyed truffle edamame. Also, there was plenty of food for the three course option.
For a date night this is a great place to go. They have a lounge to get small bites or drinks and the atmosphere there is excellent. In the dining area it's very modern and chic. Really enjoyed the teriyaki edamame and they had a seasonal pumpkin gnocchi as well. The rolls were unique and tasty. On the pricier side so prepare for that, but it's worth the cost for a nice night out.
We had 6 different rolls and did not disappoint, very well balanced flavors, the one with orange stood out the most, a very refreshing combination. the classic rolls is what you would expect out them, and the crunchy eel is very good. Sweet and crunchy like the name suggest. I do wish the rice was a little bit more seasoned for simpler rolls like the one with scallion and the nigiris. also I felt like sometimes the cucumber was a little bit thick, although it brought a lot of texture it might overtake the bite if it’s a simpler roll, nonetheless very good place for the price we had 6 rolls and 3 starters and it was under 100$
I have to say the rolls were absolutely minuscule. We did order take out, so it isn’t necessarily a surprise that they ended up smaller, but for the $41 I spent… eek. They were also very dry and lacked any real taste. It was like eating the same roll over and over even though we order 4 different kinds.
Sat at an awkward table on the end. The space between the booth and table was far but seemed uneven. The drinks were average and food was also average. I was neither dissapointed nor impressed with the food. Good portions. Seems overall a bit better than average for a sushi and noodle place. Was excited to try the fried cheesecake but it was under par from what I've had in the past from other places. The peach sake was creamy and I didn't really like that one vs the regular peach sake. I felt like there was too much sauce on my dish also. Not planning another visit. Like I said, just overall unimpressed.
AMAZING!!! 10/10
I was visiting Orlando with my sister, we found this restaurant online and i am so glad we went there. Everything was OUTSTANDING!🤩
The spicy garlic edamame is so delicious!! And so is everything else. The sushi was super fresh and yummy! The ramen was very flavorful. Prices were great too! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
I was visiting Orlando with my sister, we found this restaurant online and i am so glad we went there. Everything was OUTSTANDING!🤩
The spicy garlic edamame is so delicious!! And so is everything else. The sushi was super fresh and yummy! The ramen was very flavorful. Prices were great too! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
This is one of the most authentic and traditional Japanese restaurants in Orlando. The architecture and furniture were very similar to traditional-style restaurants in Japan, and the food was excellent. I came to Hanamizuki because it was the only restaurant in Orlando that I could find which served Japanese Katsu Curry. The curry was amazing and tasted exactly like the curry that I had in Japan. The Gyoza was also very flavorful, which made it some of the best Gyoza I’ve ever had. In addition, I ordered the Grilled Salmon Onigiri, which was perfect. The flavors of the salmon, rice and seaweed go together incredibly well, so I would definitely recommend it. The traditional style of the restaurant made the atmosphere enjoyable and brought back memories from eating out in Japan.
This restaurant deserves an average score above 4.5 considering Orlando has been a desert of delicious cuisine.
- It’s a more authentic Asian restaurant vibe. Quiet, peaceful, waitress being more invisible but still providing caring service. (No too annoying “how’s everything”)
- wide range of food available. Sashimi is good. For people who are not super familiar with Japanese food, please note, they offer more than just sushi and really worthy a try.
- yes they limit customers for quality service. So you would better make a reservation ahead and be prepared for the scarce parking spots.
Def will visit again if I would ever visit Orlando.
- It’s a more authentic Asian restaurant vibe. Quiet, peaceful, waitress being more invisible but still providing caring service. (No too annoying “how’s everything”)
- wide range of food available. Sashimi is good. For people who are not super familiar with Japanese food, please note, they offer more than just sushi and really worthy a try.
- yes they limit customers for quality service. So you would better make a reservation ahead and be prepared for the scarce parking spots.
Def will visit again if I would ever visit Orlando.
This is the first time I went to this restaurant and I really loved it.The food was perfect and the service was amazing. The interior is exactly what you would expect to see in Japan.
I can’t believe we have a real Japanese restaurant like this in here. I’m sure I will come here again and recommend for everybody.
I can’t believe we have a real Japanese restaurant like this in here. I’m sure I will come here again and recommend for everybody.
One of my fave sushi places in Orlando. They have the freshest and best tasting fish around, hands down. The hot food is very good (try the Chicken Nanaban) and the sushi rolls are fantastic (Shin Citron is a fave)! They also have some great Sake by the glass. If you like Sake, get a glass of the Kaiun!
If you’re looking to splurge on a high end dining experience, look no further. It took me about 2 months to be able to catch a dinner reservation but it was worth the wait! Mark, Jen and their team are so inviting and personable. The interior was sleek and modern. Food was amazing as were the drinks. Highly recommend trying their matcha or hojicha lattes if you want a break from the Alcoholic beverages. I loved how mark (the chef) makes conversations with everyone present and guides the night along. The 3+ hour dinner will leave you full and they present you with a goodie bag at the end of the night! I will definitely be back again.
We just happened upon this restaurant. Honestly, by accident. We were having dinner before a performance of My Fair Lady. This was the Perfect "accident". We ordered a sushi appetizer, some sushi rolls, and a bottle of wine. Everything we had was excellent. The service was great! I will definitely come back again. Forgive the photo of the app, we dug in before taking the picture. It was phenomenal (probably the best thing we ordered)!
My husband & I have had this place on our list for years and finally made the effort to making a reservation. Due to its increased demand it is definitely a little harder, but worth it! The experience was a lot of fun, every dish was delicious, and we absolutely loved it. Left full and happy! My husband even got more into sake and had fun picking out from their pretty large selection!
By far best Sushi in USA. Every sushi we ordered was on point, made to perfection and so fresh. Paula was very nice and helpful on helping us picked out best rolls.
If we lived close we would come here weekly.
We Highly recommend this sushi restaurant.
If we lived close we would come here weekly.
We Highly recommend this sushi restaurant.
The food is so fresh and hot...and the drinks are just strong and the service is amazing! I came with my friends and we are definitely coming back! I highly recommend the shrimp coconut if you get an appetizer! ❤
By far, the greatest sushi place I’ve visited. The menu has a variety for all preferences and the quality is top notch. The drinks are delicious, the staff is loved by all, evident by the familiarity you see from the clients who know them all by name.
Get the shrimp tempura roll with mango and coconut. Just trust me.
Get the shrimp tempura roll with mango and coconut. Just trust me.
They have some good rolls, but nothing was particularly impressive. You can find better sushi in Orlando. We also didn't like that so many rolls had cream cheese or mayo. Our favorite was the kamikaze roll and the matcha tiramisu Prices were reasonable for the location. Service was friendly. Happy hour deals are pretty good.
We ordered the sumo steak with "fried potatoes". What we recieved was a steak and French fries. My suggestion is to indicate what you are actually serving, in no way is fried potatoes supposed to be French fries. On top of that the fries were cold. I am not sure who's idea it was to make tempura asparagus, but it was a big disappointment. We also ordered the Teriyaki chicken, which was decent. But the temperature of the food was cold. Not sure if the food is already made and sitting there 🤔. It seems like everyone raves about the happy hour. I think you need to do better on your food game. I would put a hard pass on this restaurant.
You order your food at the counter, and they bring it out to you. You also get your drinks. The food was okay, nothing special we got the bowls and honestly have had better ones than the ones here. But the price was fair, for the food wasn't expensive at all. The bathrooms were super clean, and it was the middle of the day on a Saturday; they were really not busy at all. When we walked in you could smell the seafood red flag for me but still ate it and didn't get sick. Would I go here again only if my daughter made me, I would try the other Asian place next door first.
I would like to start off by saying i ordered food from here on Uber eats, so i don't know if maybe my food might have tasted better super fresh. I ordered a crunch roll and a California roll and i was not a fan of either i was surprised because i normally love California rolls but this one just tasted a little off. We also ordered the teriyaki noodle bowl and pineapple sweet + sour noodle bowl. It was not very good, i felt like in the sweet and sour the chicken was mostly just the fried part there was barely any chicken in it and the noodles were pretty dry. The fried pork dumplings were pretty dang good as-well as the chili oil. i would like to give this place one more try and actually eat at the restaurant and hopefully i get a better experience. i will update when i do so.
I loved going to eat here, especially during all you can eat sushi days. The place is very cozy and the chairs are really comfortable. Definitely a place to visit regularly. Every sushi dish is done beautifully and house specialty flavors are definitely worth a try.