50 Best Japanese Restaurants near Palmetto Bay

“My expectations were truly exceeded. This is not your typical sushi joint. The chef there definitely is building their dishes with love and care. They seem to use real crab meat wherever you would normally have “sea leg” and every single item in our order was delicious, super fresh, prepared uniquely, and reasonably priced. And it’s delivered! Super bonus. Do it, you won’t regret it. Awesome place. Welcome to the neighborhood.“

“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!“

“awesome rolls!!! very nice place“

“Providing quality service and a comfortable atmosphere“

“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!)“

“Food was delicious. Staff was overly accommodating. Environment was fun and modern. Would love to visit this restaurant again. I might go again tomorrow. Yummm!“

“Good, healthy food at a decent price“

“15 course tasting Japanese omakase, you can taste the freshness in every bite. Some of the best tuna you will have in Miami. The 2 chefs are in action right in front of you and 11 more people max. Big eaters will think it’s not enough food to fill the stomach. But you can alway order extra sashimi in the ones you liked. We ordered some extra O-toro, Chu-toro and the Unagi with caviar. It was so delicious.“

“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!“

“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 . 😍“

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

“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 BEST white fish ceviche I have EVER had! It was so good, we ordered a “to-go” and ate it today right before our flight back to Texas! This team is doing it RIGHT!! Amazing!!!!!!!!!! I will be back! 💕 A Texas Ceviche Snob 🤣“

“extraordinario, la mejor atención y calidad.“

“Great experience warm welcoming“

“This is my favorite sushi restaurant in the US. I’ve lived in NYC, LA, Miami and this is the closest you’ll get to an authentic Japanese experience and setting. I lived in Brickell and find myself here once a week. Chef Takashi is an accomplished chef who prefers to operate in an intimate setting. He procures his Salmon from Scotland and his Tuna from Japan. No bad cuts, rice is perfect always. Every dish is excellent - sushi but also the salads and the hot dishes (gyu don, curry chicken, salmon belly). The setting feels like a small Japanese market where you’re surrounded by Japanese snacks and food supplies.“

“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.“

“I've been meaning to try Sushi Corner after reading many reviews about how tasty and affordable this restaurant is, finding all these reviews to be completely true! This hole in the wall gem of West Kendall is well worth your time to try! I came in with my boyfriend last night to their small no frills location and was immediately greeted by our server who was very attentive throughout our whole meal. It's true that they do serve everything using plastic ware which to me doesn't matter at all. I care about the quality of food and the food is definitely top notch! My boyfriend and I decided to order various menu items to share. I started with a hot bowl of Miso Soup $2 which was good; loved the portion which I felt was more than most places. Next we had the Rainbow Roll $10 (California roll topped w/various fish) which was glaringly fresh and came out beautifully. The Sexy Roll $10 (fish tempura, avocado, cilantro, jalapeño, rolled w/soy paper, tempura flakes, eel sauce, spicy mayo) was by far my favorite just because of all the incredible flavors in it. The Florida Roll $9 (spicy conch, cucumber, masago) definitely surprised me with its spice level and amount of conch within it. Lastly, we ordered the Sushi Corner Fried Rice $8 (chicken, shrimp, vegetables, and masago) which ultimately surprised me in portion and tastiness. The fried rice isn't over done with soy sauce so it remains tasting light though its also savory because of a smoky flavor. So tasty! Can't wait to try your other roles and highly recommend to anyone in the area as I think they also deliver!“

“Yall. I left STUFFED after having this tasting menu from Belly Fish. I’m usually not willing to do tasting menus because of the lack of variety for the price and I usually also leave hungry, but not with this one. The pricing is great and the portions are fat! I got the red miso crab soup, yellowfin tuna tataki & chirashi bowl with everything. If I had ordered that off the normal menu it would have been $57 vs the $49. Save some money and eat great with this bomb tasting menu. The space is gorgeous, we didn’t have to wait for a table and our server was amazing. Ask for Dario when you go in!“

“Delicious food, many options, well worth it.“

“Had a great experience! Lucas provided excellent service from start to finish friendly, attentive, and very professional. He made sure everything was perfect and made us feel very welcome. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was great, and the customer service truly stood out. Highly recommend, and thank you Lucas for the amazing hospitality!“

“Me and my sister went out for lunch and we were looking for a good Japanese restaurant and I found Umaimon and it is the best Japanese restaurant we've had in Miami. If I had to eat at one restaurant for the rest of my life this is the one. The owner is so nice so polite the kindest owner I've ever had the pleasure of meeting. The food is authentic delicious me and my sister shared the onigiri bento box and it was amazing all the food is great we had the spicy tuna mayonnaise onigiri and it was the best onigiri I've had. I had a poke bowl and my sister had a spicy miso ramen and they were both amazing the poke bowl is so fresh and delicious its simple but amazing and the spicy miso ramen has an amazing depth of flavor. The matcha shaved ice is spectacular the owner gives you matcha sweetener to control your sweetness and it was amazing the only problem I had was I didn't order everything twice it was all so good. The portions are more than enough its so filling. If I had to describe my experience in one sentence I would say, the food was amazing the owners so kind and im definitely coming back. And if you park in the parking garage he validates your parking.“

“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!)“

“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!“

“Brianne absolutely made our Fourth of July! I came in feeling completely stressed and overwhelmed, and she turned my entire night around. From the moment she greeted us, she was so kind, attentive, upbeat, and genuinely cared about making sure we had a great experience. Her positive energy was contagious, and by the end of the meal I was smiling, laughing, and actually enjoying the holiday. She went above and beyond with amazing service and deserves all the recognition. If you get Brianne as your server, you’re in for the best experience. Thank you for making my night so much better—Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸🎆“

“Stunning restaurant in Brickell Restaurant. My husband and I love good food and the sexy fish did not disappoint. A little too crowded for my liking but that’s just a preference thing. The atmosphere was very upbeat and presentation of each meal was perfect. 10/10 recommend. If you’re looking for a luxurious Asian experience then this is it! The female restroom seems to be the place where all the ladies go to take selfies 😂 Proceed with caution lol ⛔️ ⚠️“

“I love the sushi, 🍣 the variety, freshness and the service 🌹“

“This sushi is FANTASTIC!!! Really, so delicious and fresh. My favorite dish the Torch Salmon Nigiri, and Acevichado Maki, TO DIE FOR. And I’m a picky eater when it comes to sushi.
The service is 10 out of 10. Highly recommended!“

“Greatj time , lovely special time with my kids“

“The staff are so friendly and engaging!“

“My absolute favorite restaurant in Miami!! The beef pad thai, shrimp tom kha, and crispy tuna rice from here are genuinely my favorite meal ever. Every time I come home from college, it’s one of the first restaurants I visit with my family. I love Kampai for the food, but most importantly it’s authenticity. This place is truly a must visit!!!!“

“Five Stars..⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐We had 13 guests. Everything we ordered, from the cangrejo tostones to the entrees,to the cocktails were delicious!! Valentina, our waitress was wonderful. Alina, the owner is amazing! Everything was perfect!!“

“The food was delicious, authentic Peruvian causa, and Japanese/Peruvian fusion for ceviche and sushi dishes. This place appears to cater to take out, so they have limited indoor seating and a small but nice, covered, outdoor seating area by the sidewalk.“

“Fresh sushi, fast service & always clean. Owner/ sushi chef is cool.“

“Down right amazing, hibachi was great and the sushi was perfect“

“An outstanding dining experience from start to finish. The food was fresh, beautifully presented, and full of authentic flavor. Every dish was prepared with great attention to detail, and the quality of the ingredients was evident in every bite.

The staff was welcoming, attentive, and provided excellent service throughout the meal, creating a comfortable and enjoyable atmosphere. The restaurant was clean, well-organized, and had a relaxing ambiance that made the experience even better.

I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for exceptional Japanese cuisine and outstanding customer service. I will definitely be returning.“

“Loved the place, excellent service, food was delish“

“I have been coming to this location since it was Canton and Teddy is what continues to bring us back. We love him and have looked forward to going to this location because of him from childhood to now. Thanks to Teddy we chose to cater sushi maki at our 250 person wedding and the guests were ranting and raving about it. Teddy, thank you for being the highlight of our experience for two decades now!“

“Sushi Garage! Amazing name for a Japanese restaurant!“

“It was a great and enjoyable experience. The workers there were very nice and had great manners. Everything was perfect and I would love to go again.“

“The service and the highest quality of sushi 🍣. Always fresh and Amazing! The Best in South Miami, highly recommend.“

“Sister mentioned this place and heard they make their own eel sauce so had to judge.

Food was absolutely delicious and I adored the eel sauce! Very small though. Max 6 people can sit in this place so don't bring to big group.

Try Alex #2 Sushi, was absolutely so good.“