Japanese Restaurants near Destin

“Great place with really good food and amazing staff. This place never gets old and is a favorite to eat at when in Destin. I can always find something new on the menu to try. Ali and Liezl are great too! They can always point you in the right direction if you don't know what to order. Highly recommend this place to anyone visiting.“

“WOW. I am blown away. I used to be a regular before the remodel and when the old management owned the store, simply because I love sushi, and let me tell you…it was never a pleasant experience…between the workers, attitudes, waits, etc. Today was my first time back after the remodel and to my surprise, with new management. The staff was EXCEPTIONAL. Haley, my waitress, had the bubbliest personality and was SO happy to be there. The sushi chefs were phenomenal, friendly, and good at what they do. Tracey, the new manager of the location, took the time to speak with me and was extremely personable and kind. A complete 180 of the service I used to get. I will definitely be back, and 1000000% recommend. If you have ever had a bad experience in the past, for sure go back with the new management. You are in for a treat. Thanks Rock N Roll Sushi Destin!“

“I was with a large group for dinner. I have been before, but the rest of our group had not, so I wanted them to sit right in front. The waitress I would rate a 1 star and didn’t answer their questions. But their cook was amazing and was very entertaining. Our side however, the cook only did the onion volcano. Not interactive at all.“

“Orange chicken was the best! So juicy and flavorful! Not bad sushi! Apple puff pie was amazing as well as the strawberry cake.
Crab Rangoon was dry and old I couldn’t bite it.
Service was ok but waiters were constantly staring and talking on foreign language to each other looking on us.“

“We went for the first time today. The food was excellent, the service was timely, friendly and the prices were incredibly reasonable. I will be back and whole heartedly recommend this restaurant.“

“Best sushi and service in Destin! Great ambiance. Will recommend.“

“We are visiting the Ft Walton beach area for the first time. Soi Bistro came highly recommended and did not disappoint. Friendly staff and an enjoyable atmosphere. Will definitely go back to try more of their offerings. A must for sure“

“This is one of those reviews that you are reluctant to write because it will only mean you’ll have more competition to get a table.

But this business is hands-down the best sushi in the entire area. Not least because the fish is fresh, the restaurant itself is lovely and clean and spacious, but because they make you feel so welcome. The owner will come up to your table without fail, recognizing you if this is a return visit, and without any awkwardness make you feel welcome.

The restaurant is oversubscribed. They do not have online reservations and you need to arrive knowing that you might be on the waitlist. But with a little patience, you will be rewarded handsomely.

My favorite part however, is that when the tourists flock into Santa Rosa Beach, the owner and his wife shoot off on grand Summer adventures elsewhere and close that little shop for most of June and July. The reason being that they belong to an elite set of restaurants that are able to fill every cover throughout the week with locals for the rest of the year.

With that rare combination of great food, ambience and personal service, they don’t even need the summer rush.“

“Great food! Never disappointed! Wonderful service. Our favorite!“

“Always friendly and always delicious! Our whole family loves going to Sakura! ❤️😊“