This might be my new favorite sushi spot in Miami!!! I came here during Miami spice and got to try many different items. Everything was extremely fresh and delicious! The bar area is nice same as the dining area! They even have a more private dining area in the back. I can't wait to come back for omakase! read more

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Upscale Japanese spot on Brickell key. Really love the minimalist Japanese design. They keep the place clean and service is fast and professional (though sometimes hard to flag down). One bathroom each for men and women. Somehow lines kept forming for this smaller size restaurant. I honestly think it was just bad timing tonight, not sure why that was happening. The space isn't huge nor tiny, just the right size I'd say. Quality food and flavoring. Parking garage nearby. Knocked off the one star (was almost going to do two) as the Miami Spice this year was extremely disappointing (vs what I'd say was a nicer one last year). I brought friends to introduce them for the first time since I had a good experience last year, and unfortunately I'm not sure they'd go back because of this same intro spice experience. Small miso soup to start (or you could go for shishito peppers). 4 pieces nigiri's (they were out of the wagu one) and 4 TINY but flavorful maki pieces with one "lemon and roe" plus a mochi (or matcha crème brûlée) for dessert. By the time you're done with tax and tip, one spice is about $84. Ouch. While the flavors were nice, it was a huge tease and we were all still very hungry (all of us got 2-4 tacos afterwards + gelato to put it in perspective). This was also echoed directly to friendly and capable management there, who seemed receptive but unknown if can or will evolve it. For a tiny app, an equivalent to one roll and a piece of mochi, $84 felt like robbery. I get this has been a tough summer for restaurants and many are trying to find the right balance, but this left us all feeling let down by the experience. Would I go back? Yes, but not in a rush, the food and design are nice. General menu in the past is decent. I can't speak for updated prices and portionings since I last ordered off it. However, steer clear of Miami Spice 2026. I felt it very disappointing. read more

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Service here was excellent -- our server was great, and the wait for food (an hour and a half-plus for everything to come out) definitely wasn't her fault. The manager (or owner) also took great care of us and even sent out a complimentary fried ice cream, which was really good. As for the food itself, nothing stood out as amazing, but it was solid -- the dumplings were good. Overall: long wait, but the service and hospitality made up for it. read more

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Hidden gem in Brickell Key. Sushi here is excellent and fresh. Service was top notch, not something you expect in Brickell unless you're at a high end restaurant. Was going to do the Miami spice menu but the regular menu had too many delectable items to choose from. Highly recommend the Otoro, Wagyu and shake harami. read more

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My girlfriend loves uni, and this restaurant wasn't too far from our hotel so we gave it a try for our second lunch in Miami. We walked in and was seated pretty quickly since it was mostly empty. They didn't have the sake I wanted to try, so the server recommended another one... was a bit weak so after finishing the first small bottle we ordered the big bottle of it. We started off with miso soup, was so salty... which isn't a good sign for a sushi restaurant and it's a pricey restaurant that automatically included 20% gratuity. With only one server working, was so at times. After eating some sushi, some good some bad, we ordered tempura udon and it was so salty... we only liked the four orders of uni, everything else... don't waste your money. Our bill was over $400 and it wasn't worth it, walked out still hungry... and we don't really eat a lot. read more

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Wow! What great sushi! Not a ton of variety but delicious. Atmosphere was very quiet and not very exciting but it might not always be like that. It's still worth the visit for amazing sushi! read more

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Really good and unique sushi, sashimi dishes. Everything tasted and looked very fresh. The service was prompt and very friendly. The ambiance is nice both indoors and outside seating. The vibe was clean , classy yet casual. We will definitely be back for more ! We saw a few dishes on our way out the door that we will be back to try ! read more

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Loooved Ikigai! We went there during Miami Spice and loved everything we ate. The fish was so fresh and tasty. We were concerned we wouldn't be full so we ordered an extra item - the Crispy Umami Shrimp which we did not regret at all because it was one of our favorite items. Service was super friendly. The interior of the restaurant is very cozy. The only thing we were caught off guard with was that we were asked if we wanted fresh wasabi, assuming it was included, but it ended up being an extra fee. Overall the food was top notch and we can't wait to come back! read more

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This is a new spot, everything inside is brand new and shiny, you can tell they put a lot of thought into everything down to the smallest detail to make this look and feel like traditional Japanese dining experience. We did Miami spice but also ordered some nigiri ala carte. Service was quick and our waiter was very polite and explained everything. The food was as delicious as you would expect, all pieces hit really well expect for maybe mackerel which could use some more flavor and the scallop which had some smudge on top of it that I personally didn't like. read more

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We had a girls night at Ikigai to try their Miami Spice menu and it was great! There's a parking garage located right next to the building that can be validated at the hostess stand so it's $8 but there's a garage across the roundabout that is free so I would recommend parking there. The interior is beautiful and the service is great. We all tried different things off of the Miami Spice menu but all of our favorites were the nigiri. The fish is very fresh!! We were still hungry after the set menu so we also ordered some handrolls which were all very good. The only critique I have is although the service was great by being quick and we were checked in on frequently, our main server seemed like they didn't know the menu well. I have a gluten intolerant friend so she asked about what was in certain dishes and things he would recommend but each time it seemed like he didn't know how to answer. Maybe he's new so we cut him some slack. Overall, it is a place I'd go back to for a special occasion and Miami Spice was a great way to try it! read more

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8/10 on the sushi for being in Brickell key, but the service and atmosphere are on par for a great hidden Japanese vibe. read more

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With their soft opening well on the way to great success, Brickell Key's newest hot spot is ready for your Japanese pallet. Let's start with the decor, oh my gosh, love the simply open modern Japanese style brown (bamboo brown), black and gray colors combination. The space is very clean, sushi bar area, lovely drinking bar area, beautiful tableware. Love the low yet, bright enough lighting. The staff is uniformed in all black, they look exceptionally sharp. Friendly and beautiful host greets you with a smile, get you seated with a menu which has a great variety of Nigiri, Temaki, Sashimi, Rolls, the regular classic Japanese sides, house special and classic Japanese desserts. The Fresh Wasabi for the Sashimi was delicious however I was not expecting it to have a charge seeing that it was done without us asking for it, nonetheless very tasty. The Otoro, Hamachi, Akami, Unagi and Hamachi Serrano Sashimi were all so freshly delicious I order second serving for all of these. They literally melted in the mouth. Our sushi bar experience was great Chef Nacho was the absolute best, he was friendly and his sashimis were chef's kiss. Ask him to make something special, thank me later. We had both the Mochi Ice (passion fruit flavor) and Matcha Cheesecake which were absolutely delicious. The texture and flavor were very pungent is a great tasting way. The cheesecake melted in the mouth. Perfect way to end a great delicious meal. Cheers to a great experience, welcome to the new restaurant on the block wishing them all the success. read more

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Wonderful experience with hands on ownership! I arrived for a private event hosted here and the service was on point, the food was incredibly fresh and delicious and the vibes were right. Loved visiting this spot, and would recommend anyone looking for delicious sushi in the brickell key area to make a stop here! read more

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Ordered takeout and the rice bowls are the size of an infant fist. The beef bowl had some pathetic ground beef in there for $27. It was so sad and miserable looking I had to feed it to my Pomeranian read more

Part of me wants this place to stay on the down low, but they deserve all the hype. This spot is a hidden gem on Brickell Key. The restaurant is really nice for a quiet date night. There's also a chef's counter, which is fun to watch. I highly recommend everything I had, but especially the smoked kampachi with apples and pecorino, the white fish tiradito, and the nigiri. Get here before the world finds out! read more

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Great food, amazing atmosphere, beautiful view with nice places and great walking facilities read more

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This is the best sushi place in Brickell! Everything was amazing (food, drinks, service, ambiance)! This place is a hidden gem in Brickell. The sushi was so fresh and tasty and the fresh wasabi is a must! Will definitely be returning. read more

After a walk around Brickell Key we enjoyed the hospitality and amazing food at Ikigai Sushi Bar. The owners were very welcoming and the service was superb. Great place, highly recommended, many of us will be returning! https://www.instagram.com/ikigai_miami -- in Brickell Key. read more

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I came here with some friends after an event for Miami Spice and wasn't sure what to expect. The atmosphere was modern, clean, and pleasantly not too noisy. The server was attentive and guided us through the menu, which was helpful. The food itself was decent for Miami Spice Lunch like $35, but the portions were on the smaller side, so it didn't feel very filling. Considering the price, I would say it was just okay. Overall, it was a fine experience, but I'm not certain I would return. read more

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Everything tasted okay, very average dining experience. Personally would not go out of my way to come back here. Cute place though and nice service. read more

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excellent fresh fish and service. If you know your fish, great alar carte menu. If notnget the omakase one

Every thing was amazing!! We ordered gioza and many sushi Everything was great and fresh ! read more

The sushi and service was really good! However, we came for the Miami Spice deal and were extremely disappointed to find out that it was advertised as including 10 pcs online but only 6 in person. The manager was great and honored the original deal, but they may be changing this soon. Aside from that, our server was very attentive, the drinks were great, and we really enjoyed the sushi. read more

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fresh ingredients and authentic flavors. The sushi was delicious, the service was friendly, and the atmosphere was welcoming. A wonderful place for a satisfying meal. read more

Fantastic sushi, elevated. This restaurant has a minimalistic appearance and they are more focused on impressing you with quality than they are with fanfare. I also had the Miami Spice here modified to be vegetarian. Tempura was pure joy with a light battering and a dipping sauce that made the vegetables the focus. The vegetarian bowl even though very simple was incredibly tasty with the shiso leaf just waiting to be tasted. The cheesecake was not overtly sweet and was just the right touch to end the lunch. I was hesitant because I did not see Japanese chefs, but these chefs are trained right and everything they are using is top notch. It's casual or dressy, you set the tone. Upscale but relaxed. So fresh, so clean people. There is a parking garage at the north side of the restaurant that will be your best and most convenient option unless you live on the island and can walk it in. read more

This place was great. I came twice and did the omakase twice and loved it. Very good fish and well priced and on a private island on brickell near my office Highly recommend and a great addition to the neighborhood read more

We came across this place and had the pleasure of meeting the owner, who is an absolute sweetheart. The food was incredible--full of flavor and beautifully prepared. The service was excellent, with great recommendations from the staff. We live in the Key and will definitely be back! read more

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Best sushi in the brickell area. The service was great and the place is very aesthetic!

Normal food. I felt uncomfortable the whole time because the waitress was looking and staring at my husband. I won't be back read more

Hands done best Sushi in Miami. Great deal during Miami Spice. Also a special Tuna carving first Tuesday of every month. Amazing.

Excellent traditional Japanese food. Go for the tempura, udon and tuna dom buri. They also have excellent eel bowl - which is very hard to make right. read more

This gem has successfully benefitted from soft opening and has established itself as a legit leader in Miami's sushi scene. My wife, daughter and some friends and I dined there on Friday night and were fortunate enough to be offered and a master platter of three types of tuna sashimi that was the best I've ever tasted. We also enjoyed roles ( happily for my wife some meat dishes), and other sashimi offerings. Drink offering is simple but delicious, with the super attentive staff and simple ambiance being a perfect trifecta. Highly recommend this hidden gem for lunch or dinner. read more

Great neighborhood spot. Been several times, will continue to come back. Great selection of fish.

Excellent food and service! Very cozy place in all aspects! This was our first visit and And it won't be the last!

Ikigai recently opened on Brickell Key but without any of the glitches of a newbie. I have eaten there three times already and have basically tried almost the whole menu. Each bite is better than the previous in terms of quality. The nigiri in particular is outstanding because the cuts are generous; somehow they have really flavorful rice; and they remain true to Japanese style by not giving you a massive mound of rice that would overwhelm the fish. Also, if you happen to go early on a Saturday night, you might catch their tuna-cutting, where they break down an enormous tuna and you can try each of the various parts, could not be more fresh. It is worth the detour even if you don't live on BK. read more