50 Best Japanese Restaurants near North Bay Village

“Sushi Siam is an absolute hidden gem. Their menu is extensive, featuring a mix of Thai and Japanese dishes, so there’s something for everyone.

The sushi is fresh, beautifully presented, and expertly prepared — it’s as much a treat for the eyes as it is for your taste buds. Beyond sushi, they also serve fantastic Pad Thai and Tom Kha Kai soup that are definitely worth trying.

What’s unique about this spot is that it’s almost always empty, likely because most of their business is takeout. But I actually loved the solitude — it feels like a private dining experience.

The building itself is definitely dated, giving off some serious Indiana Jones and The Temple of Doom vibes (you’ll get the reference once you go). But honestly, that throwback vintage sushi restaurant vibe adds to its charm and makes the experience feel special.

If you’re looking for high-quality sushi and Thai food in a relaxed, low-key environment, Sushi Siam is a must-try.“

“Made a great meal with vegan options. Delicious food, nice people!“

“El mejor sushi de Miami! Siempre que voy pido el Suntory y el Blue Bird roll. A mis hijos les encantan los postres, uno mejor que el otro!“

“💯🍣 excelente comida, servicio y la decoración 🪴🌱🎋🪵“

“A+ on food through service and everything in between.“

“Great omakase by a skilled Japanese Itamae. Everything was fresh and delicious. Choices were well thought out to provide a range of tastes snd textures. Service was diligent and attentive. A rare experience in this part of the world.“

“Was one of the best. Food 110% !!“

“A great izakaya with an excellent selection of sake and very good sushi. We started with the oysters, which were absolutely incredible, and then ordered the moriawase — everything was fresh, beautifully prepared, and delicious.

The service was also outstanding, very attentive and friendly. A great experience overall and definitely a place I would recommend.“

“Providing quality service and a comfortable atmosphere“

“Good, healthy food at a decent price“

“Fantastic overall experience. They don’t have a lot of variety in the dishes so I can see how others can be upset about that, but for me every dish was amazing.

The only flaw was there was zero explanation of the dishes, origins of the fish, flavor profiles, etc. they just made the dishes and gave it to you. For those who have been to other omakases, there is usually a detailed presentation behind every dish which makes the experience so much better because you actually get to understand what makes the dish special.“

“Excelente la atención de German y la comida demasiado buena.. Lo recomiendo 👍“

“What a great experience! Right in South Miami! Our waitress, Karen, was amazing! Very attentive and extremely helpful with the menu and drinks. She recommended the Omakase Signature to share. It comes with a variety of sushi. Compliments to the chef, it was exactly what we wanted and needed. 100% recommend coming down and seeing Karen and enjoying the delicious food and atmosphere!“

“Queen Miami Beach is a premier restaurant that seamlessly blends top-tier Japanese cuisine with a luxurious ambiance, offering an experience akin to a lavish artistic feast“

“My friend and I had such an amazing experience here. The sushi was fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared. The chef was absolutely amazing and made the experience feel extra special. Gwen was also incredible, so friendly, attentive, and welcoming. We’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!“

“We had an incredible experience at Pari Pari for my birthday celebration with our family. Everything was perfect, starting with the ambience to the service to the food. The hand rolls were absolutely delicious and we will 100% be back! Particular shout out to the service from Xander, Malcolm, Shirley and others“

“I’m not one to leave a bunch of reviews. Double Knot was something the Ave desperately needed. The atmosphere and welcome are second to none. We sat at the bar and Nikki took the best care of us we have had in years. She was also running service bar for the whole restaurant. Absolutely crushed it! The manager Nicole was more than accommodating. She was attentive and I basically let her order my entire meal. There were no misses. From the tuna tartar to the wagyu bavette steak, everything came out quick and presented perfectly and delicious. Edamame dumplings were incredible. All the nigiri and small plates as well. Probably the most unlikely star of the show was their soft serve ice cream. Basically had everything on the menu and already planning my next visit. What an awesome experience. 10/10“

“Execellente servicios de todo el personal. En especial de Sandra, atenta desde el primer momento. La comida exquisita ??. 100% recomendado“

“Best restaurant in Brickell Miami“

“Dining at ELYU was such an incredible experience. Walking in you are greeted by the most friendly staff, immediately making you feel at home. Chef Reiji is a visionary carefully crafting each dish to perfection. Overall delicious and a lot of fun. An experience I will never forget and will be back soon.“

“I love this restaurant . 😍“

“Awesome service.Elena was our server and she did a fantastic job with the customer service ! I took my nephew there to try sushi for the first time and he also rates it a 5/5! The restaurant was also extremely clean and well put together!I will definitely be coming again!“

“Private exclusive dining experience Excellent service and food And Luis was attentive and gracious We will be back“

“Todo como su comida y su personal de es excelente. Gracias“

“Excellent service.Our server was great.“

“Ogawa is easily one of the best omakase experiences I’ve had in Miami.

I went with two of my best friends on a Wednesday night, and we somehow got lucky enough to be the only guests there. It basically turned into a private omakase experience, which made an already special meal even more memorable.

The chef was fantastic—interesting, engaging, and incredibly thoughtful about every dish. You could tell how much intention went into each course, and everything was beautifully executed. The sake selection was also incredible and complemented the meal perfectly. We even added a few extra pieces at the end because we weren’t quite ready for it to be over.

Obviously, Ogawa is not an inexpensive night out, but this is one of those meals where you walk away feeling like it was absolutely worth it. For a special occasion or if you simply love great sushi, I could not recommend Ogawa more. One of Miami’s very best.“

“Ate there this evening from out of town or server was Noel. Everything we had was absolutely incredible.Warm mushrooms, crab fried eyes, the sushi ceviche, absolutely hands down I will be back!“

“Excellent. Fully recommended. Everything we ordered was fantastic, different, tasty. You must try!“

“If I could give this 6 stars, I would. Everything was phenomenal. The service. The food. The coziness in the restaurant. We ordered the chicharrones, broccolini, short rib and chicken. Everything came to perfection. Truly. Also I’m a carrot cake snob and that was by the far the best carrot cake I’ve had in Miami. It was so refreshing with the Greek yogurt cream and meringue slices on top. This is my new favorite restaurant in Miami! But seriously, if you’re reading this, you have to try the broccolini and chicharrones! You will not regret it.“

“The whole experience was amazing, we had a big party for a friend’s birthday dinner and Dario was so attentive, the food was amazing and we got to experience a few items off the Miami Spice menu.

10/10 would most definitely be coming back and recommending this spot.“

“Best quality high-quality food, amazing service, and the drink fantastic.
Valeria is one of the best hostesses I have had and 5 stark to Dominick the bartender, who knows how to make fantastic cocktails
I’ve decided to come back for brunch and
Isabelle makes the brunch unforgettable with the greatest service w
Abs the most beautiful smile“

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“extraordinario, la mejor atención y calidad.“

“Absolutely incredible experience from start to finish. The attention to detail, drinks refills, sake knowledge and explanation was fantastic. The food met and surpassed my expectations. It was out first time Omakase experience, and really left us very impressed.“

“Great experience warm welcoming“

“We had a very enjoyable time at Omakai in Miami this weekend. The restaurant is beautiful and the food and service is excellent. I recommend it highly.“

“This is a wonderdul place..The Sushi is spectular...I highly recomend..“

“This is my new sushi spot. Easiest 5 star I think I’ve reviewed. I love sushi and Tokyo Tuna has some of the freshest sashimi I’ve ever had specifically the tuna. The Avocado roll was pretty good and the nigiri was a perfect rice to fish ratio. The spicy octopus and gyoza were a great appetizer. And the lychee drink was a great addition to the overall meal. The Thai donuts were literally perfect, soft inside with some having nice layers and others being a nice ball of dough ( great server recommendation). The mochi was alright, definitely the worst part but when everything is on point something to be the worst. Our service was good, didn’t wait too long and we didn’t feel rushed. Will 100% be back to try other dishes.“

“The sushi was really good. The fish tasted fresh, the rice was well prepared, and the flavors were balanced without being overwhelming. Everything was presented nicely, and the service was friendly and attentive. Overall, a great sushi experience with quality ingredients“

“Great customer service by Christian! Delicious sushi - the tuna tartar was my favorite!!! Two thumbs up! 👍 👍 Highly recommend it!“

“We went there for my birthday and we loved it! The restaurant's ambience was so inviting and upscale, food was very interesting and delicious, and drinks were pretty! We loved crispy rice spicy tuna- very crispy, and rock shrimps were great which made us order rock shrimp roll( my favorite)! Drinks were a little strange- fortune teller was very specific, i was expecting more whisky flavor, but it tasted more sour. The restaurant is very beautiful, love it that it's outside but feels like you are in Japanese garden! We will be back!!!“

“I would not just recommend this place I would come out of my way again in a heartbeat. It is so relieving to actually find a place that has great service again. I feel after the pandemic, it's really changed the service force. It was such a fresh breath of air to have such an amazing time and service! I had a party of 11 of us for my birthday, and we were treated with smiles, and taken care of like kings. The food was phenomenal! Some of the most beautiful, fresh seafood I have ever had in my entire life. I've been traveling seven years full-time, and I will definitely be coming back just to eat here! The patio is absolutely gorgeous! It will soon be right on the ocean once they are finishing some construction! Thank you again for such a exhilarating time and a restaurant memory I will never forget and can't wait to see you soon! Best of luck to you all.:-) Brad“

“Japanese cuisine at its finest — every bite felt like it was crafted from the heart. My wonderful friends took me for my birthday dinner. The service was amazing! Thank you, Vanessa!!! About my pallets that were blown away!

The fish was unbelievably fresh, melting like butter with such delicate texture and clean flavors that each piece felt unforgettable. The ingredients were exceptional, allowing the natural taste of every element to shine. Even the wasabi had a vibrant freshness and subtle heat that elevated the experience instead of overpowering it.

This was more than just a meal — it felt like art, passion, and tradition served on a plate. I was so impressed by the exquisite flavors and attention to detail that I found myself radiating with joy and almost crying out of happiness. It was one of those rare dining experiences that stays with you long after the last bite.

A truly unforgettable culinary journey.“

“This place ranks number 1 for me at the moment. I’m a huge fan of Tuna Tataki - I’ve tried two versions that Arigatai offers; Sesame Tuna Delight and Tuna Explosion- both are fantastic.“

“Loved 107 Taste! Cindy is amazing, and the Pad Thai was sooo good, full of flavor, and cooked just right. Highly recommend! (Don’t forget the donuts!)“

“Loved 107 Taste! Cindy is amazing, and the Pad Thai was sooo good, full of flavor, and cooked just right. Highly recommend! (Don’t forget the donuts!)“

“The food was amazing!! The omakase choices of each and every dish were absolutely very tasty and each flavor was more rich and fresh than the other: A real feast for your palate! The setting was intimate and yet the vibes were energetic and the atmosphere really pleasant. The service was defined by one word:impeccable Mel was unbelievably courteous and was there for our very need. Julian and Natchira also helped make our dining experience a memorable one. We will definitely be back for more :)“

“We had an amazing experience at Katana Sushi, and Angel made it even better. From the moment we sat down, he was incredibly attentive, friendly, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great dining experience.

What really stood out was how knowledgeable he was about the menu. He explained the different rolls, ingredients, and flavor combinations in detail, and his recommendations were spot on. It was clear that he truly knows the food and takes pride in helping guests find dishes they’ll love.

Excellent service like Angel’s is hard to find. He made us feel welcomed, never rushed us, and checked in at just the right times. We’ll definitely be coming back, and we’ll be asking for Angel again. Thank you for making our dinner such a great experience!“

“the place is excelent and the waitress Maria is very professional and friendly“

“During a car show in Miami i had a Spicy Tuna Poke Bowl and it was excellent. extremely well made and delicious.“