It is not often that one is in the presence of greatness, however when you are you know it. Mark and Lo (and crew) delivered an experience that wowed and delighted. As a sushi nerd I wrongly assumed I was fairly familiar with all the range of flavors and quality of ingredients this cuisine could offer. Boy was I wrong! (In the best way!) From the real wasabi root and otoro to the duck sashimi to the sparkling, unfiltered sake and rosé sake I was exposed to something new (or a new way to do it) with every course. I'm attempting to resist the urge to become a fanboy but these guys rock and are going places. I even told them that and they graciously laughed it off... Cheers and kudos to these great guys! read more

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Best sushi I've ever eaten! Best dining experience I've ever had. The owners, chefs and staff do an incredible job creating this experience and I love going here as often as I can. The higher price is worth it and I would even pay more because it's so fresh, delicious and the variety is out of this world. Can't say enough good things about Kadence. It's a must try! Also, try a sake shotgun while you're there. read more

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Hands down the #1 restaurant in all of central Florida! The food is out of this world. Every course presented at this meal was beautifully crafted and tasted so fresh and delicious. Mark, Jen, and Lordfer are all incredibly talented and the whole team works hard to make sure every person has an unforgettable dining experience. Watching them work is absolutely captivating and you can see their passion and love for what they do. I had a blast from the moment I walked through the door to the good-bye at the end. I didn't want the night to end, but it was comforting to know that some day I will once again find myself sitting in one of the coveted seats in a plain, simple building in winter park, listening to Mark sing along to some throwback tune, watching Lordfer sear the nigiri with his blowtorch, and savoring one of Jen's mind blowing creations. read more

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Celebrated our 13 years tonight at Kadence! We only reserve Kadence when we want to make it a special night! Lol my husband and I ordered two chirashi bowls, and sake cheese bites tonight. The fish roes are marinated so the flavor isn't the typical fishy like taste that it usually is in other restaurants. Everything is cut proportionately so that we can grab a bit of everything in one bite! My husband liked the chirashi bowl so much.... he asked if we could order a third ‍ read more

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Hands down my favorite restaurant in Orlando for years. Used to come every week when I used to live here. Their menu options have expanded and now you can get more than omakase and chirashi bowls. They also frequently hold special events. Food is consistently fresh and delicious. I seriously don't get more excited about any other place in Orlando. Coming here is a rare treat if you love sushi and are from out of town. read more

If Orlando could get a Michelin star restaurant this would be it I've eaten here at least four times dismal restaurant in friendly family type atmosphere make this a really fun dinner with five star food five star service and extremely experienced young chefs cutting the finest sushi on the East Coast read more

Kadence - Sushi Bars Near Me - Orlando, Florida

The high reviews of this place are absolutely correct - Kadence is just a cool, delicious experience. Orlando is lucky to have it! First - the restaurant itself is very cute. There wasn't an obvious sign for it, so we did drive past it at first, but the entrance is bright and colorful and the dining space was tastefully minimalistic. The bathroom was awesome! The courses were super creative. You get a great balance of different dishes - which was a welcome surprise - I expected lots of sushi and sashimi (and there is still plenty of that!), but I think my favorite courses of the night turned out to be some of the hot courses. There was something magical about having a rich warm ramen while it was raining out. Watching the chefs prepare the sushi dishes in front of you was mesmerizing, and the intimate setting allowed for a lot of fun conversations! The only hiccup of the night (in my opinion) was at the end when the other six dining guests were served a tiramisu cake and our party of three was left out. We didn't know if it was because they were all celebrating some special occasion, or if it was an honest mistake. Either way - it was a little awkward and disappointing for us to watch some delicious cake being eaten and not getting a chance to taste it. I still whole heartedly give this place a solid 5 stars! We are total foodies and make an effort to go to as many Michelin starred/unique places as possible, and this place definitely rivals the best of the best. In fact - we think Kadence actually undercharges for their meal. I've had many a meal cost much more, and left way hungrier and less satisfied than here. Kadence is a definite must if you are anywhere near Orlando, and have any liking to sushi/Japanese cuisine. Even if you don't, you should still go- this would be awesome induction into that world! read more

The absolute pinnacle of sushi in Orlando. If you want a traditional styled restaurant, look no further than Kadence. With their nine-seat sushi bar and standing room only sake bar, it truly is a unique experience that will transport you to Japan. But the real prize are the staff and chefs. Between Lo, Mark and Jen as the lead chefs, the way they put a smile on your face while jamming to some great tunes puts the mind at ease. Their attentive staff are always on hand for any empty glasses and to remove dishes promptly after being finished. Be prepared. If you're celebrating something, prepare to celebrate with everyone. Drinks will be had, jokes will be told, songs will be sung, and push-ups will be done(?) Reservations are required for the majority of their seatings, and you will pay when you make your reservation. Look at their site at the beginning of every month for new bookings. Kadence will leave you mesmerized, and wanting to come back again and again. See you guys in a few hours!!! read more

When sushi restaurant has real wasabi roots, thats the place to go. Very traditional Japanese course with amazing taste. Only if you know about real Japanese food, go enjoy this hidden spot. If your knowledge of Japanese food is some kinda American style Sushi rolls or Teppan yaki, don't even bother to try this place. I loved every piece of the course, and their house made dessert was excellent! read more

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What a great place! The ambience alone when you walk in let's you know the dinner is going to be fabulous. The feeling in the room ignited the two couples next to us and the fun just did not stop....the owner and head chef is a blast and the energy created was so powerful you almost forgot the food is amazing. I have been to two great Omokase style restaurants in Manhattan, Masa and Ougoshi...and Kadence is a far more wonderful experience and the food is better! Look forward to next visit here! read more

Speechless and completely satisfied (ecstatic, really)! I booked this intimate dinner for two several months ago and we were so incredibly pleased with the food, sake pairings, and especially the team of artists that made the entire evening literally unforgettable. We were fortunate enough to be with 4 other couples (10 in total which means that they were at capacity for the night) for the Saturday night set menu experience. Jen, Mark, Lordfer, and their team were fun, adventurous, and gave personal attention to each patron the entire night. The night was especially celebratory as our group had two birthdays, an anniversary, and a few of us just celebrating LOVE. Big thanks to Keith and Amy for supplying the entire place fine spirits to celebrate his birthday. Highly recommend you join this merry bunch for the best meal in town (hands down). Your wallet will be lighter nevertheless your heart, spirit, and Rolodex with be much heavier. read more

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There is no way to give this place any less than 5 stars. I wish I could give more! Easily in the top 3 best dining experiences I've ever had in my life. I've been three times in the last two months and it is consistently awesome. Food is incredible, atmosphere is awesome and service is exceptional. read more

What a great experience! I booked a dinner for two to surprise my hubby. Booking this place is a little bit difficult, the price of each person might not look so bad at first, but the 20% tip upfront will sure make the price go up. If you order drinks, it can easily get to $275 per person. Before our reservation, I ordered two chirashi bowls and they were a little bit of a disappointment. It might be because it was almost an hour drive to get home and the fish were not as fresh as they could be. The Omakase, on the other hand, is absolutely delicious. Each course was well designed, the flavor were balanced, the fish is so fresh and each course had its own highlights. We were seated with one of their regular customers and he said he has been coming here since it opened and he never had the same course twice. Tips- 1. Bring a sweater if you get cold easily like I do. 2. If you order chirashi bowl, consume it early so it stays fresh. 3. Parking gets a little bit tricky as the space is limited but you will have a parking spot. 4. The whole dinner will go for about 3 hours. read more

Save your money and go to Kabooki Sushi instead. Paid $150 for a lunch that left me hungry two hours later. Terrible ambience with loud, violence-based rap music that made it impossible to talk to my date. My babysitter was unable to reach me while I was in this restaurant due to poor connectivity in their building. There is no item served that was superior to what I have had at Kabooki Sushi for a lower price. As well, I felt there is very little variety in the items served. Ditto for the drinks. An hour and 45 minutes into the experience all the staff disappeared which I guess was a cue to leave. I and the other eight people in attendance sat around for an extra 10 minutes waiting to see if anything was going to happen before we were told by the bus boy that no more food is coming. It was a memorable experience in the wrong way. I won't be back. read more

By far the best sushi I've ever had, but beyond that it is a spectacular dining experience. The chef-owners are there doing the work and interacting with you as you eat. The building itself gives clues to what your experience will be simple, elegant yet casual, open yet private, no muss, no fuss, but a few little surprises. The best surprise of the meal was desert. It was a blue cheese ice cream with a salty, nutty topping. And quite frankly, I have been longing for those flavors since I went there nearly 6 months ago. We have made repeat visits, but mostly for chirashi, which is just outstanding. However, you really must dine in the restaurant to truly experience the essence of this place. Plus, they have Toto toilets. I usually don't comment on the toilets in a restaurant, but if there a Toto on site, I'm going to give it a shout out! read more

Best sushi experience I've ever had. All the fish is flown in from Japan. Owners are so fun and serve you personally. Intimate and amazing.

Oh no. This is going to be a problem for my wallet. Kadence is easily the most unique dining experience in Orlando, and perhaps in the entire state. The entire building was customized by the ownership team to met their specific needs and wants. It is their attention to detail and their desire to create an intimate atmosphere that makes this perhaps a once in a lifetime restaraunt. This is the best Sushi experience in Florida. Congrats to the owners. We will be back soon. read more

Possibly unintentionally, the music paired extremely well with the cuisine. We had the seven course with a sake flight on Sunday. It was the most unique and charming food experience I've had yet. Ps: Check out the toilet. read more

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Unique. Captivating. Integrative. Family. These are the words that come to mind after first visiting Kadence. I walked in not really knowing what to expect, but at the same time highly anticipating an awesome meal. Honestly, it may just be better to skip reading everyone else's reviews and just go for yourself. It's more than just sushi... it's creativity, heart, and soul... and of course umami. I've been wanting to visit their old restaurant, Kappo, since 2014 without any luck, but have been following Kadence ever since they opened... and I live in Kentucky. I finally got a reservation for lunch one weekend and it was worth the wait. I won't bore you with any pictures from that meal simply because I was so immersed in enjoying each piece of nigiri/sushi that was set out in front of me that I forgot to take any. But don't worry, you can look at all the photos from the other reviews and get an idea of what to expect... but I'm pretty sure you will not be eating the same meal as the menu is constantly changing. More than just the food, it was the experience that gave me such a positive memory of my meal. I went to lunch by myself, not knowing anyone since I was from out of town. By the end of the meal, I felt like I got to know all the other guests as well as the chefs, Jen, Lo, and Mark and the server/host, Tammy). Sure, the sake was pouring, but the food is what drove us all closer and gave us common ground to talk. Basically, we couldn't stop talking about the deliciousness of each course. So... I had awesome food, made new friends, but I also learned a lot as well! I learned about how sushi should be eaten right away as each piece is made to appreciate the freshness and intended state of the food made by the chef. I also learned about the traditional way the Japanese used to drink sake was from a wooden box called masu. And they put a little salt to taste with it... my mind was blown. Definitely a game changer for me as the salt accentuated the flavors of the sake without overpowering the taste. Highly recommend you try their draft sake which comes in the masu box. I was raving about it so much that Jen graciously wrapped a box for me to take home as a souvenir... this is definitely not typical but I must've been so overly enthusiastic about it like a little kid that they felt the need to give me one. I am so appreciative and will definitely put it to good use! The meal was so phenomenal that I made a reservation for the next day for their kappo style lunch on Sunday. This time I made a conscious effort to take some photos. Honestly, I don't know which meal I enjoyed more. The Sunday lunch definitely hit home. I got some more of Lo's fish broth as well as the best bowl of udon I've ever had. The flavors of the udon soup were so rich, bright, deep... It is really difficult to explain everything that was going on with the dish. Then you have the textures of the vegetables that are cooked perfectly... the snap peas actually snapping with each bite in your mouth... and the noodles, thick udon noodles that were cooked perfectly. I ate like a savage. My neighbor asked for a spoon but I just went at it full throttle and didn't leave a drop. All the while, I kept asking for sake recommendations and they were all delicious and complementary. Oh... and always some dessert to finish off the meal. Both desserts from each meal I had were perfect... bright with acidity to cleanse the palate, sweet, but light and fluffy. It tasted so clean to be a dessert, but it was so delicious! Both meals I had were so different. One was so elegant, the other so soulful and hearty. Both meals left me completely satisfied. I was full, but not disgustingly full. The food is more than amazing - it is very thoughtful and creative. The experience is one of a kind. I am not a sushi expert, but have dined around. This is definitely one of my top 5 restaurants ever, and definitely my #1 Japanese/sushi restaurant that I have ever visited. Yes, the cost may seem higher at first, but you are getting a lot more than you pay for in terms of food, service, and attention. I would keep going back here any chance I got - the problem is you need to get on their website and try to book as fast as you can, especially for dinner! So, bottom line... hurry up and get on the website to make your reservation! You will not regret it! read more

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Hands down the best omakase experience ever. Will definitely return. Everything from the presentation to the ingredients were top notch. Definitely book your seats early since they run out quick. read more

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I am starting with a restaurant review trope that you've probably heard a hundred times over, but this is the first time it's been necessary (particularly for Orlando). "Kadence isn't a restaurant; it's an experience." This is a word you'll see smothered throughout other reviews, and for good reason. As soon as you walk into Kadence, you get a sense that you are in for something different, something special. This is exactly the feeling the creators of Kadence want to curate for you. I probably already sound like I'm plagiarizing the other reviews here, but that must be because Kadence puts forth so much effort to ensure a consistently creative and unique experience. I went for their Sunday Kappo-style tasting. It's an abbreviated menu of seven truly unique courses. I am an adventurous eater, but I still encountered so many new flavors and textures throughout these courses. The space is small and intimate. I'll be honest--I felt like I was on some kind of celebrity tasting TV show. I was half expecting Alton Brown to walk out at any minute and be like "Oh, hey Eric, give me your opinion on that last dish." Service was some of the most attentive you can ever encounter, although this is made easy by the fact that you are sitting on one of ten stools in the place. My significant other purchased the sake flight for me. This was 3 pours of exceptionally divine liquids. As a light to moderate drinker, this was plenty enough for me. But if you want to be a little more woozy on the way out, you'll want to get the sake voyage, which I believe is 5 pours (and larger pours at that). Anything other than 5 stars would be a travesty, but this is Yelp, so you've got to have some complaints. There were perhaps 1 or 2 dishes I didn't care for -- this is just something you have to be prepared for when eating omakase (chef choice) style. I still appreciated the creativity and was intrigued to try something new. Also, I can't say the whole tasting sat well with my stomach afterward. Eating a lot of new things tends to make my stomach feel a bit at unease. If this is a serious problem for you, you may want to reconsider. Consider their sushi nights instead of their Sunday Kappo tastings, or don't go at all. It's not easy on the wallet, after all, so it's something you need everyone in your party to be committed to. Despite those minor complaints, I still want to return as soon as possible. I want to try their sushi night, even though it's a bit more experience. Unfortunately due to the price tag, it's something I will reserve for special occasions. But they will be occasions to look forward to - and occasions to remember for a long time. If you're in Orlando and you claim to love food, you have to go at least once. It's worth fighting for a reservation slot and forking over the cash. read more

What a treasure to have in Orlando. Impeccable service and some of the best sushi I've had in my life. The atmosphere was intimate and unpretentious. The owners were warm and welcoming. There is no other culinary experience like this in Orlando. read more

Ok, this place did not disappoint. From the moment we arrived at 6pm, we were greeted with open arms and smiles; I never once felt ignored. If you're fortunate enough to go with all 9 friends or have a gregarious group of strangers put together, you will have a blast and feel like you're amongst friends (even if it's the latter option). The owners are mad cool, probably around my age (30s), great music list, very chill vibe. Next, the food. Wow. Simply amazing. I think my favorite was a little "dessert bow" of Dungeness (I think!) crab and Uni. All the nigiri, sashimi, soup, sake was great. Trust me when I say, you leave FULL. This group of people has traveled the world and has been able to develop and hone a culinary skill and then share that with us in Orlando. I am definitely coming back! back. read more

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Hands down one of the best Japanese restaurant .If ever Florida will have Michillin ratings ,this restaurant will be in it ,almost reminded me Of how it is to eat at JiRo.The artistry ,flavor ,ambience,service are all in there. Sake pairing out of this world.,will for sure travel 88 miles again and again to dine at this amazing place. read more

Best omakase in Orlando. We had dinner at Kadence for the first time last night, and they were even better than I had been told! Hands down the best omakase in town. Each course was sooo delicious. The sashimi course by itself was nine pieces of the freshest fish you could imagine AND included a lobster creation as well. I recommend this as a fantastic place for sushi and also for the atmosphere. Really friendly, knowledgeable and fun staff made the whole experience a delight. So worth it. Go as soon as you can. Uni is in season, too. read more

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I got a to go lunch Charashi bowl, I paid the extra $20 for a bigger portion and premium toppings, however I think the normal size would have been enough unless you're really hungry. I also got a slice of cake which was the matcha tiramisu(amazing) and the matcha milk tea, both very good. I plan on going back and ordering a full size matcha tiramisu because it was just that good. The lady at the front was really nice and welcoming, so thumbs up on the customer service. Overall a good deal if you're a broke college student like me and just want to treat yourself one day. read more

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First and most!! I'm Japanese who had eaten one of the best Sushi places in my country Japan and thought out States. To be honest I was bit skeptical about this place in first. All of past reviews and photos looks great well I was totally ok about me being wrong about my skepticism. Each pieces are well prepared and beautifully presented. Like Japanese saying.."food should be looks beautiful and taste great" " Umami" 旨味 They bought Japanese tradition to different dimension. if you call yourself "Foodie" and you haven't been to this place well you must dine here to put on your blog. Price are very reasonable compare to what they serve you. Well done! We will be back for sure! Thank you for great Thanksgiving lunch. read more

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Kadence is my all time favorite Japanese restaurant anywhere in the country! My husband and I have tried other Japanese restaurants in town and out of town and we always come back to Kadence (previously called Kappo). Mark, Jen and Lo are very creative on all the dishes and the taste is always spot on! We will definitely visit them once a month! Pay them a visit and you will not be disappointed! read more

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I came here for dinner and sake. It. Was. Amazing. I had some of the best sushi I've ever had. The octopus dishes were spectacular! I highly recommend this place to all sushi lovers! read more

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One of the best restaurants in Orlando hands down. Bucket list level restaurant. We left feeling absolutely full, satisfied, and happy. Sake pairing was awesome, especially for someone with limited sake experience. This is truly a special dining experience. I highly suggest supporting this restaurant, they are an integral part of the local Orlando community. read more

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Incredible place. Food is amazing, people is wonderful and atmosphere is perfect. My wife took me there for my birthday and now it's one of our favorite places to go to on a Friday night. Very unique plane. Nothing like it. read more

We came here for the first time to celebrate our anniversary and tried the five course tasting menu and sake flight in March ( before the shelter at home order ). The service is impeccable, they are very organized, friendly, there is enough space for everyone to seat comfortably, and it is the best Japanese restaurant I have tried. There was a thorough explanation about the different types of sake and it was paired perfectly with every dish on the menu. The variety of dishes offered, from sashimi, pork belly ramen, chawanmushi, and dessert gave us a good idea of what an experience at Kadence is like, and it convinced us to return in the near future. The quality of the sashimi is excellent, and even my boyfriend who is not accustomed to eating raw fish, loved it. Their pork belly ramen is a hug to one's soul, and the perfect end to the evening was the coffee jelly. read more

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The best sushi I have ever had. This is the real deal. Super fresh and amazing. Worth every penny! read more

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Amazing, lunch, dinner, take out. The best sushi in Orlando. The owners become your best friends the first time you go. If you're a drinker, ask the chefs for the sake shotgun. And go,hungry, it's a lot of food. read more

Probably the best place for sushi in town! Not gonna lie and tell you it's cheap, but I am gonna tell you the truth which is that it's WORTH IT! So so yummy! You'll notice because it can also be tricky getting a table, especially if it's on the weekend. Even their takeout is limited and frequently sells out. Once you go though, you'll understand why. Just overall a really awesome dining experience, highly highly recommend! read more

Anyone who loves sushi should come here. The food was fresh, light and tasty. We had the sushi tasting menu with sake pairing and the meal was fantastic! The staff were great and very attentive during the whole meal. read more

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These guys are AMAZING!! If you can get in you have to go. Such a great experience!! I've had sushi from east coast to west coast and never enjoyed it more than Kadence. read more

First time experiencing omakase and they've far exceeded my expectations. Living in L.A. county, I've encountered pretty good sushi, but this restaurant trumps any of them-in my opinion. The sashimi was amazing, it was fresh fish, so it didn't taste like it had been sitting there. The staff is super friendly! Really really great experience. read more

Kadence - Sushi Bars Near Me - Orlando, Florida

My girlfriend and I went there to celebrate her birthday. We had an amazing time and will definitely return. The rice and fish was incredible but my favorite part was the mood and atmosphere the chefs and staff created. Great music throughout the entire course. Very positive. Chefs were very helpful and willing to explain techniques, preparation styles, and answer any questions you have about their process. Would recommend booking the later seating as it seemed more casual and you have flexibility at the end to enjoy the meal for a bit longer. read more

Best sushi experience I've personally ever had. The uni with soy caviar paired perfectly together. The duck breast with soba noodles in broth was amazing. Perfect texture on the noodles and adequate saltiness on the broth. The thing I loved the most about the whole experience is the interaction with the owners, this is what set this place apart from every other joint in town. read more