50 Best Japanese Restaurants near South Miami

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

“I recently went to this sushi spot in South Miami, and I’m still thinking about it. From the moment we sat down, everything just felt right. The owner even came out personally to check on us, making sure we got everything we ordered and asking for feedback, which made the whole experience feel really thoughtful and welcoming.

We ordered a mix of dishes, including Hamachi Crudo, spicy tuna crispy rice, the Hamachi Love Me roll, Crazy Roll, and the Acevichado roll, and honestly, every single thing was delicious. The Hamachi Crudo was my absolute favorite. I loved it so much I think I had three orders of it.

But the real surprise of the night was the carrot cake. I am a huge carrot cake fan, and this one completely blew me away. It was easily one of the best I have ever had, and it was so good I had to get one to go.

On top of all that, the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. They kept checking in to make sure we had everything we needed without being overbearing, which made the whole night even better.

If you are in South Miami and looking for a great sushi spot, this one is definitely worth checking out, especially for the Hamachi Crudo and that unforgettable carrot cake.“

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

“Best sushi in town. Everything is so fresh. Definitely a place to check out.“

“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!“

“Super el restaurant ,fui ayer 14 de febrero , a pesar que estába lleno por la fecha , buena atención, la comida espectacular, quería felicitar al chef, todo me encantó, los sushi me cocinaron los ingredientes porque no me gustan crudo , realmente todo súper rico , recomiendo reservar había afuera una lista de espera bastante larga, tomé lichi martini y me gustó muchísimo , no tengo nada k criticar del lugar“

“awesome rolls!!! very nice place“

“Muy rica la comida y satisfecha con la atención brindada por Yani. Pronto volveremos . Excelente servicio!!!“

“Providing quality service and a comfortable atmosphere“

“Hiyakawa went above and beyond what was expected. My husband is a huge sushi lover, and me, not as much; but it was a nice date night for him, so I figured I’d get some gyoza and the wagyu and egg nigiri and be perfectly happy. Well, I was about to be SO impressed. We were sat at the sushi bar, and had the most amazing service from one of the sushi chefs. After we put in our order he overheard my husband thanking me for bringing him and the sushi chef realized I wasn’t much of a raw fish gal… he made it his goal to have me try something new that he thought would help bridge the gap. He absolutely astounded. I LOVED the nigiri he had me try so much and was overall so impressed with the passion and love that goes into the craft there. My husband said it has ruined all other sushi for him, lol. Amazing and so grateful we chose this place in a city full of excellent restaurants.“

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

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

“Good, healthy food at a decent price“

“I had an excellent experience. The atmosphere was great, but what really stood out was the service. Fabiola was very attentive, kind, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the entire visit.

And I especially have to highlight LUISA — her drinks were AMAZING. You can really tell how much talent and dedication she puts into every cocktail. Every drink was perfectly made, with incredible flavor and presentation. Honestly, some of the best cocktails I’ve had in a long time. Luisa truly made the experience even more special, and I would definitely come back mainly for her drinks. Highly recommend trying anything made by her.“

“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!“

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

“I love this restaurant . 😍“

“Alex, thank you so much for your hospitality.

I came with a friend, and it was our first time seeing each other in awhile. He made our reunion so special. We asked him to help course out and choose our meals. Everything was SPECTACULAR. The food was so fresh and flavorful. I am so grateful for his recommendations. He even was able to educate us on the tiers of Sake.

So much fun and delicious food. We will come back !!!!“

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

“We had a wonderful lunch at Sushi Sake Miami Springs with my wife and another couple, who are also friends and Miami Springs residents. Everything was excellent, the food, the service, and the overall value.

Marianna took great care of us and made the experience even better with her friendly and attentive service. The servings were generous, the prices were very reasonable, and the quality of the food was outstanding. I am always especially careful when eating raw fish, but everything we ordered tasted fresh, well prepared, and of excellent quality.

We are lucky to have a place like Sushi Sake right here in Miami Springs, so close to home. We will definitely be back!“

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“Incredible atmosphere and interior design! The happy house is probably the best deal in Miami. Edamame dumplings are insane! Staff, particularly Nick and Colin, were both super hospitable. Highly recommend to anyone craving Asian food or who just want a nice night out 🙏🏼“

“extraordinario, la mejor atención y calidad.“

“Josue did our hibachi for my husband and I and it was his first day and he was AMAZING & very entertaining!! This was my husband and I second time here and they NEVER miss!! We love love love it here!! Our server Tiana was also AMAZING!! Omg!! She had recently started serving here and was on point with everything!!! I can not wait to come for the 3rd time!! Loll a must go!!“

“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.“

“Fantastic! This restaurant checks all the boxes! The food is phenomenal, the ambiance, service and attention to detail were on point; all and everyone of the dishes were delicious and beautiful works of art, not too many that make you feel stuffed but more than enough so you leave satisfied. We had such a special night and felt the love in every dish, we felt as we were invited to the chefs home for dinner.
We had a wonderful time ! Definitely will come back ! Can foresee some stars coming ( much better than starred restaurants we visited before ) wishing you the best of luck and positive energy !“

“I don’t write reviews much at all. But upon trying this place for the first time and being a quarter into my meal I just had to write one. The presentation (especially getting it delivered for takeout) went above and beyond. My picture I’ll provide probably won’t do it justice. I ordered the 30 piece Dragon Tempura, Tori, and Heaven rolls. All of them were excellent. All in all an 11/10 would definitely recommend to a sushi lover. Great job guys“

“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!“

“This is more than a restaurant, its a culinary art exhibition. You will experience unique spins on classic dishes, foreign flavor combos you wont find elsewhere, and just damn good food. Great food, great ambience, great value. Would give it 6 stars if i could“

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

“Best restaurant in Brickell Miami“

“I honestly have no words to describe this place. This is by far my favorite sushi restaurant in Miami!!!!!!!!

Everything was exceptional, from the service to the quality of every dish. The owner personally came to check in, which made the experience feel even more special.

The kampachi sashimi was hands down my number one favorite, absolutely out of this world. We also loved the tempura shrimp, and the fresh wasabi prepared at the table really shows the level of care and quality.

We finished with a matcha cake, and honestly, I couldn’t pick a favorite because everything was incredible. The price was also more than fair for the quality.

Already excited to come back. If you’re in Miami and love sushi, this place is a must. 100% recommend🤤🤤😍😍❤️❤️🙌🏻🙌🏻“

“First time coming, place is fabulous, environment is so nice and the decor around makes it so cozy. The boss is super friendly, take his word for whatever he suggests. The food was so goooodd and very affordable. Boss also gave us a free sample of the dessert which was very kind of him. I will be coming back love this restaurant, highly suggest for all to visit AT LEAST once.“

“Omg love this place the vibe is great the lady at the front Shen is soo cute…also she got me hip on that passion fruit tea(bruh I don’t even like passion fruit but this tea is sooo bomb) yea come on in and get this teriyaki bowl with fried rice too !!!!“

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

“The staff are so friendly and engaging!“

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

“Had a wonderful experience tonight. We had Carlos as our server and he was absolutely on top of everything. Was always checking on us without being annoying if you know what I mean.. Great sushi rolls and my daughter had a wonderful red curry with shrimp. Will definitely be back! Carlos, you're the best!!!!“

“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.“

“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 ⛔️ ⚠️“

“Greatj time , lovely special time with my kids“

“Excellent service.Our server was great.“

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

“Amazing new sushi spot in South Miami! The space is beautiful and cozy, the sushi was incredibly fresh and delicious, and their creative signature rolls were a highlight. The staff was attentive and friendly throughout our visit. We’ll definitely be back!“

“A delicious experience, amazing Ramen and really unique rolls“

“The food was excellent and the service, efficient and friendly! I would definitely return!“

“This is truly the best sushi restaurant in town! Every visit is a wonderful experience. The sushi is incredibly fresh, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious.

What really makes this place special is the outstanding service. The staff is attentive, welcoming, and always goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and appreciated.

If you love sushi or are simply looking for an exceptional dining experience, this restaurant is a must-visit. Highly recommended! Thank you, Ximena for such a wonderful service“

“Sakura is where I, as a 7 or 8 year old kid, tasted my first piece of sashimi. It was Hamachi, and it changed my life. Over the past 40 ish years, Sakura has remained a constant in our lives. From working lunches to family and friend dinners, celebrations, and everyday weeknight dinners, Sakura has been a favorite. It has not changed much, and that is a very good thing. Wonderful people sharing their wonderful food with South Florida for that long says something amazing about the food and the family here. Thank you, Sakura, for being in my heart (and my stomach!) for 40 years. どうもありがとうございます“