Amazing service by Candance. Food was fresh and delicious. Highly recommend. This was my first time…read moretrying this place and I loved it. I will definitely be coming back.

Located in the heart of Dadeland, Umaimon delivers (almost completely) authentic Tokyo energy in an…read moreintimate space. We ended up here on NYE for a quickie bite before heading to Fairchild's Night Garden. The vibe is kitschy and fun and the menu hits the sweet spot for Japonophiles with a curated assortment of faves from takoyaki to tonkotsu and even onigiri. On this night we wanted to keep it light so we started with the Japanese pickles which were a vibrant and crisp mix of veggies. Then a miso soup with fried rolled tofu sheets and lots of fresh green onions. We can never pass up his and hers unagi nigiri, and these were perfection: warm, sweet, and buttery on the tongue. Then it was time for makimono. Sushi in Japan tends to be simpler with a focus on expertly cut fresh fish, but at Umaimon they depart from the classics to play to the American palate with ingredients like cream cheese and mango. Now these are not the most creative offerings you'll find in the 305, but they do offer solid choices done well. He had the Twin Dragon and I couldn't pass on the Sugar Daddy. Now, is this the best Japanese/sushi place you're going to find in Miami? Probably not. But is it the most kawaii? Quite possibly. If you too have fallen in love with Japan but can't afford another plane ticket, Umaimon comes in clutch delivering faves in an unassuming spot.

Came specifically for the onigiri and they did not disappoint. We tried the salmon, eel, salmon…read moreikura, and the tatsuta-age--everything tasted fresh, well made, and honestly a great value for the quality. It's a tiny local spot with no indoor seating, so plan accordingly, but it's absolutely worth the stop. I'm already plotting my return to work my way through the rest of the Asian dishes on the menu.

I thought I have reviewed this place already?…read more I've been coming here awhile now. I was in the area looking for somewhere new to eat. I was shocked to find this place. And it had decent prices. Lo and behold, a real authentic Japanese place No Latin fusion, no frills. Perfect in every way! Been here throughout the year. There isn't any indoor seating. So it gets really hot out but the food is given in takeout containers. Which kinda gives me an authentic feel as well. It's located in a nice area with not a lot of traffic so it's nice sitting outside. On to the food: They have a large range of Japanese dishes Ramen: Top tier! The broth is so flavorful, and on the thick side. Which I love. I could eat two bowls but one is enough. Their katsu curry is amazing. But becareful, it comes with a lot of curry And the chicken karaage is on point! Wish I could visit more often but it's so far down south. Hope they can open another location in north Miami!

This AYCE Korean BBQ place is so good! They have 3 different…read moretiers with more options per their but if you like chicken, beef, and shrimp, then the lowest tier choice will suffice. They bring you 2 plates per person to your table but you are able to order again once the first round comes to the table, so it's a constant nonstop carousel of food. The servers are very knowlegable and let us know where to place the food and for how long on the cooktop. They do have pre cooked foods like spring rolls and fried chicken pieces, if you like that. The chicken Karaage is super good! The restaurant gets kinda loud because of all the grills cooking but that's a given. You WILL end up smelling like food and smoke so make sure you don't shower before you come here if not you will have to shower again lol I highly recommend this place!

Hey foodies! This…read morereview is a little extra special to me because this place has been special to my husband and me for years... even though they have no idea! Gyu-Kaku is hands down one of our favorite restaurants. Anytime we find out we're in an area that has one, we always make it a priority to go. We've been eating here for about 14 years, and somehow it never gets old! If you've never been, it's a Japanese BBQ restaurant where you grill your own food right at your table, making it such a fun and interactive dining experience. One of the best parts? Their all-day Happy Hour on Sundays! You can choose between their all-you-can-eat menu with set pricing or order items individually. We always order à la carte because we love trying all our favorites. We started with the Fried Bacon Chips and Miso Wings, and baby... chef's kiss! For our sides, we ordered the Garlic Rice and Garlic Noodles. They are definitely shareable, and they prepare them for you. They are packed with flavor! For seafood, we went with the shrimp. Now for the meats... we ordered the New York Strip, Ribeye, Garlic Basil Chicken, and Teriyaki Chicken. Every single bite was worth it. Let's just say... I needed to be rolled out of there! And yes, I happily took leftovers home and enjoyed them again the next day. And if you enjoy a good cocktail with your meal, Gyu-Kaku definitely doesn't disappoint. Their drink menu has plenty of delicious options to pair with your BBQ. After 14 years of eating here, I can honestly say this place has never let us down. Great food, a fun atmosphere, and one of our favorite traditions whenever we're traveling. Food: 10/10 Service: 10/10 Atmosphere: 10/10 Experience: 10/10 If you've never tried Gyu-Kaku, add it to your list. Just make sure you come hungry... very hungry!

The service is super friendly. This restaurant is not so big but feels cozy and at home…read more There are many food options to choose from. I enjoyed the visit.

I usually don't post negative reviews but this place is a must avoid for me. Ordered 3 dishes…read more Oyakudon (classic Japanese chicken and egg bowl), steak and age-tofu. The Oyakudon was like a bad stir fry on uncle Ben's rice, no egg. Not even close to the Japanese classic. Steak was dry over cooked with uncle Ben's rice. The tofu is dry nothing like Japanese agedashi. Everything looked and tasted like a frozen dinner. The waitress and sushi chef were speaking native Japanese so I don't get the horrible fake Japanese food. I didn't know what to say. I had a bite, paid and just left. My review is no stars.

When it comes to sushi, nigiri, sashimi. This place hits the spot every single time. The garlic…read moremussels are the best mussels I've had in my life. The service is always quick, attentive and they are so kind. I love the lay out, downstairs it's regular seating. Upstairs they have floor seating which is so cool. Sitting on the floor and eating. There's a sushi bar to eat as well and they cook infront of you along side another dining area in the back.

Service- AMAZING. Kimi was very welcoming and accommodating. She is knowledgeable the menu and was…read moreable to answer all my questions. Food - the four stars comes in here just because two pieces of our sashimi did have remnants of the skin which in general should be removed prior to serving. I do not want to take away from the quality of the fish because it is AMAZING otherwise. The boat comes with 3 sushi rolls, 10 nigiri rolls, and 16 piece of sashimi. They use salmon, tuna, escolar, and whitefish. This comes with a soup and salad. You will definitely be full after this meal. Ambience- super cute Japanese themed with small intimate tables. Loved it

Long time has passed since the last time we had such fresh and delicious food in Miami. Every…read moresingle plate was perfect! Service was on point and located in South Miami with free and easy parking it is a big plus. Highly recommended to try it!

Overall I did think that the flavor combinations here were unique and worked well together. Like…read morethe passion fruit + plantains, or honey mustard + avocado crab salad. I will say the sushi roll itself (while not necessarily small) was not all that large/filling, so I would recommend getting something else on the side. I liked that their roll and appetizers had a fun flavor and uniqueness that I haven't seen at other places. But I will say the prices are a little expensive but I guess average for Miami area. I was surprised to find single-use chopsticks over reusable ones. A small detail in an otherwise fairly nice restaurant that did kind of stick out to me. The vibe kind of felt like a mix of a slightly more upscale restaurant, but also kind of minimalist modern if that makes sense? Additionally, our service was a bit slow, with our waiter right over our shoulder asking if we were ready to place our order, no then not being around for the rest of the meal. Maybe it was just an off night though, and the food did come out fairly quickly. Overall I did enjoy my meal here, and I would probably come back eventually when I want something slightly more upscale. But on a day-to-day I would probably go Edward for my sushi fix. Not that the food was bad by any meals. I really enjoyed the fun and different flavor combinations, it's just a little pricy to go to everyday, and in my opinion the main portion sizes don't quite reflect that or have any particular flare to them aside from a colorful/flavorful sauce or topping in them. Recommend a try if you are nearby though to see for yourself.

Staff was very friendly Service was fast and efficient…read more The food was deliciously simple

Absolutely incredible!! My best friend and I finally got to…read moretry this Miami classic and we were blown away. The restaurant is cute and simply decorated, with the classic ground seating areas towards the front. All the servers were very attentive and sweet, we arrived 40 min before closing and didn't feel rushed, and were made aware when closing call was. The miso soup was incredible, full of flavor and rich. The crispy rice was one of my favorite bites of the night, specifically the salmon one. Fish was fresh and perfectly seasoned and rice was warm and crisp to perfection. The Daimyo Maki was insane, huge roll, with big pieces of fish. I loved this place and can't wait to be back!

This was my first Asian fusion spot in the area and I was absolutely blown away…read more The rolls were so yummy and the meat just melts in your mouth. My only critique is that some of the food was too salty for my taste. Service was fantastic and I'll definitely be going back! Plenty of parking, very accessible location overall.

Had dinner here last night with a friend. We shared the following:…read more Steamed shrimp dumplings Chicken chicharrones Truffle fries - delicious!! Ceviche The food was okay but not spectacular. They really try to push you to drink, which I totally understand because the more money you spend, the better for the restaurant. Unfortunately, my friend and I don't drink.

Bustling place for takeout, no frills amazing sushi! Tuna tataki is a must order had amazing smoky…read moreflavor and melted in your mouth. Had the miso soup, edamame, mermaid roll, Alex roll, spicy tuna. Everything was delicious and hit the spot!

In Miami sushi isn't hard to come by.... But good fish and perfectly seasoned rice are. When I…read morethink fresh fish Akashi has never disappointed me. You get authentic Japanese and more western Japanese rolls here for those who enjoy that style. The waiters are always attentive and hospital and the food is always fresh. Definitely best sushi in the south Miami area.

The food and service was absolutely amazing definitely became a go to sushi spot. We order a tomo…read moretomo was so good the fish is definitely super fresh and amazing the rice was super flavorful.

Great prices! Great sushi! Located in a plaza with plenty of parking. Went for dinner on a weekday…read morenight and there was a wait so I knew this place had to be decent. I was immediately shocked by the prices and had doubts but everything was so good! Loved the atmosphere. Def a gem and can't wait to go back!