Amazing food, professional staff, beautiful atmosphere and a perfect date spot! Food was pretty, and satisfying 1000/10! Didn't take food photos because I was on a date but definitely will be back! read more

The food was outstanding, and the service flawless. I had the crispy rice with avocado as an appetizer. It was fantastic. For my main course, I had the Chilean Sea Bass which was prepared perfectly: fish was flaky, the glaze wonderful. Loved it all. The attention to detail on everything was extraordinary. Atmosphere was laid back, but everything was clearly being observed, and the waitress seemed to know what I needed before I did. Highly recommended read more

OKARU - Cauliflower Karaage, and my share of the Crispy Rice with Avocado - Sushi Bars Near Me - Roslyn, New York

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My girlfriends and I regular this place for our girls night out The service is top the tier The food is always amazing. Dark and cozy in there as well Perfect date spot! read more

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Food was excellent! The fish was fresh! The service was great! I would deff come back to this place. Oh and the desert was out of this world. read more

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Another amazing meal @okaru_roslyn Chef Bryan is truly the best. The special bluefin tuna with tahini is a flavor explosion. Incredible inventive! Never knew it would go so well. This time we got to try more hot dishes including grilled octopus and corn ribs - both are must gets for future visits. So lucky to have this Bond St restaurant 5 min away from home read more

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Hands down the best Japanese food experience I've ever had in the area! I cannot say enough good things about this place. The decor is modern and elegant. The ambiance is moody and intimate, but also regal and welcoming. The staff are incredibly friendly and attentive and if you're not sure what to order for your first time there (there are a lot of amazing options), please trust their judgment - my best friend and I did and we were not disappointed. The bone marrow was something I will be dreaming about often. It was so buttery and rich, and paired so well with their milk bread toast. The scallop and uni hand rolls were decadent and melt-in-your mouth amazing. The whiskey bread pudding and lychee panna cotta complimented our meal at the end perfectly. We sat at the high top (highly recommend if you love watching master chefs showcase their craft) and it was amazing to watch these professionals slice, dice, plate, and serve delicious food that look like works of art. We were even lucky enough to have Chef Bryan surprise us with a "chef special" dish - an elegant tamago blended with scallop and other seafood topped with roe! It was the nicest surprise :) Okaru was also kind enough to make note of a special occasion (birthday) and had a place card ready along with decorating one of our dessert plates! Definitely worth trying at least once if you are looking for an upscale, elegant Japanese dining experience. Reservations are a must, and there is ample street parking available if you don't want to do valet. I will definitely be coming back! read more

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It's hard to find an upscale modern japanese restaurant with great food on Long Island so this place is a gem. Everything tasted amazing, including the drinks. This is a great place to celebrate an occasion, date night, or a group outing. I especially love when a place makes a good pornstar martini. Service was excellent as well! read more

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Okaru - Modern Japanese with serious finesse (and presentation that slays) Okaru is officially one of my new favorite spots in the area -- the kind of place where every dish comes out looking like it belongs in a magazine spread, but still tastes even better than it looks. Tuna Tostadas A must-order. Paper-thin tuna draped over the crispiest tortilla, topped with microgreens and a touch of seasoning that lets the fish shine. Light, clean, and completely addictive. The little origami crane on the board was the cutest touch -- details matter, and Okaru gets that. Crispy Shrimp Perfectly fried, super juicy, and tossed in a creamy spicy sauce that hits all the right notes. Paired with a bright frisée salad for contrast -- elite-level balance. Spicy Crispy Rice One of the better versions I've had. The rice is crispy without being oily, topped with spicy tuna, sliced jalapeño, and just enough heat to keep things interesting. Every bite is crunchy, spicy, and satisfying. Handroll + Sushi Plate This plate was STUNNING. The handrolls were generously filled -- one packed with spicy tuna + greens, another with a fresh, clean-tasting mix of fish and herbs. The rolls around the plate were beautifully prepared: * A spicy tuna roll with that signature bright orange sauce * A chive-covered roll topped with perfect little dots of spicy mayo The whole presentation made it feel like a chef's tasting board. Cocktails Ended the night with a lychee cocktail and an espresso martini. Both excellent -- balanced, not overly sweet, and made with care. Overall Okaru nails it: gorgeous plating, fresh fish, great drinks, and a warm, modern atmosphere. It's the kind of spot you bring friends to impress or sneak away for a nice date night. Already planning my next visit. read more

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UPDATE! I returned to Okaru last night with a friend after my initial sub-par experience. This experience knocked it out if the park! It was definitely similar to my BONDST experience and easily 5 stars! Upon arrival my friend and I were seated immediately and even had a table/booth in the bar area instead of the table top we initially reserved. The wait staff was attentive all evening, and our waiter took the time to check on us and offer suggestions and explanations- very helpful. The food was outstanding- I don't normally eat fully raw sushi and found the tuna tarts and sashimi fresh, beautifully prepared, and delicious. Everything that followed was equally fresh, delicious, and beautiful. Our cocktails were tasty (Okaru Spritz and Zen & Fizz) and the desserts insanely delicious (Japanese Whiskey Bread Pudding and Chocolate Meltdown). I'd like to give the GM, Robert, a lot of credit and a big thank you. After my first visit he personally made sure that my next dining experience was a much better one... and it was definitely a complete 180. Everything was excellent this time around. It's clear that truly cares about guest satisfaction and expects a high level of service from his staff. I can't wait to return again soon!!! read more

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We made a reservation for 8 people at 8:30 PM. Unfortunately, we had a family emergency and called the restaurant to move our reservation to 9:30 PM. The woman I spoke with explained that the kitchen closed at 9:00 PM, so we couldn't be accommodated. She also assured me that the no-show fee would be waived because we had called ahead. Despite that conversation, we were charged a $350 no-show fee. When I contacted the restaurant to explain what happened and reminded them of what I had been told, they refused to refund the charge. I'm extremely disappointed that they did not honor what was promised over the phone. We made every effort to communicate our situation in advance, and I expected them to stand by their word. This experience has left a very negative impression. read more

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! from the aesthetics, the food, the cocktails and the service, Okaru definitely exceeded my expectations. It's great for a date night or bigger groups. We came here for my birthday celebration and I couldn't have been happier. Everything we ordered-cocktails, appetizers,entrees and desserts were all 10/10! For appetizers we ordered and I definitely recommend to order as well- ceviche tacos, tuna tarts, yellowtail sashimi and crab crispy rice. Wow that tuna tart was a fav but as well as the rest. The waiter recommended the chilean sea bass for me and it did not disappoint. As per cocktails must order lady O Martini, it reminded me of the pornstar martini and it was incredible! Okaru definitely now on my top 5 best restaurants on Long Island. read more

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From the parking lot to the desert, this place truly has it all! The ambiance is elegant and inviting. We were greeted warmly and seated quickly, even though it was quite busy midweek. I definitely recommend making a reservation in advance. The fish is absolutely outstanding, and the menu offers a fantastic variety of seafood. Everything I sampled was fresh, and the fish practically melts in your mouth. It's a wonderful spot you'll enjoy! read more

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My husband and I ate here for our anniversary last Saturday night. It was highly recommended by a friend and didn't disappoint. It's located in a historical building in Roslyn. We opted to eat outside as the weather was beautiful. Our waiter was very attentive but for sure was trying to upsell us on the menu. Stated we should order 4 dishes each. We didn't listen and were glad we didn't because we were full off of what we ordered. For an appetizer, we ordered the King Salmon sashimi. It was incredible. I can't wait to go back and eat it again. Probably the best salmon sashimi I have ever had. It was really refreshing too. My husband enjoyed it as well. For a main dish, my husband ordered two sushi rolls and miso soup. He really enjoyed them. One was yellow tail chili and the other spicy tuna. I also ordered the miso soup. Although it was good, it was not the best I have had and I probably wouldn't eat it again. For my main, I ordered the sea team sushi and the yellowtail sashimi. Both were so delicious and I highly recommend. The fish was really fresh. We ordered sake as well, which was refreshing. Next time I would try the tasting menu or one of the cooked fishes as a main course. Will for sure be back. It's pricey, so be prepared to go for a special occasion. For desert, we had shaved ice with fresh fruit. Was also refreshing and a good low calorie option. read more

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Incredible high quality modern Japanese food that would be just as welcome in Manhattan. We tried the tasting menu which comprised of numerous courses (of which I lost count). The restaurant itself is beautiful inside - some sort of sleep Scandinavian/Japanese fusion aesthetic. Has the birdcage thingy that some high end Asian joints are doing which looks great. Some of the memorable dishes: Tuna Tart with shaved truffles - works really well, crisp and savory. Kumamoto oyster with uni and sriracha spheres - very good, a bit cacaphonic but tasty. Seared scallop with a cauliflower creme curry and some sort of dashi espuma - not sure if I'm identifying this correctly but was delicious, the cauliflower highlighting the sweetness of the scallop, beautiful presentation as well. Seared tuna with foie gras - this was actually amazing, surprised that it worked at all. The combines served with a berry jam (with some sort of other fruit, maybe umeboshi?), sunflower seeds, and some sort of stewed daikon/turnip. Sashimi course - lost track, red snapper with some sort of tomato water and salsa, Hamachi with with something pickled, seared mackerel, salmon with ikura and a yuzu reduction, tuna with seaweed and cucumbers with dashi. Sushi course - 6 pieces overall, seared char, botan shrimp with caviar, also toro/fatty tuna. The fatty tuna was a standout. Strip Steak - with a potato pave with like a hundred layers like Thomas Keller's recipe. The teriyaki sauce was amazing. Dessert - 3 courses: the Japanese Whiskey bread pudding, citrus kakigori, mochi, and a cotton candy. All amazing but the kakigori was stand out, sweet and refreshing to balance out the initial acidity pucker. Beautiful looking too. Service was attentive, only complaint was that the tasting menu pacing was slow - we were eating for over 3 hours. Value wise - very expensive meal. But there are many similarly expensive meals in the area which I think are mostly tiktok pandering trash, or expensive just for the sake of expense which I feel is commonplace on LI. I actually think the tasting menu at $195 pp is a reasonable value within the economy of its own menu - for two people the value of the included dishes on their own would be more than $450, plus there are some things provided that are somewhat more elaborate versions of the stuff on the menu. Will likely reserve the tasting menu for special occasions but certainly will return. Finally they were surprisingly child friendly - had high chairs, crayons and cute sushi coloring pages. My kid loved the tuna tarte in particular. read more

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We went here for a casual dinner only to walk in and realize this is a much fancier spot. Stayed anyway and probably looked way underdressed but oh well We ordered sushi, crispy tuna rice & shishito peppers. Ofcourse the quality was top notch as you'd expect from a place like this. The ambience and service was superb and the food tasted great as well read more

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I have a wonderful group of close friends who have very informed palates and an interest to meet regularly to discuss how we can save the world! When one calls and says "we need to go to this restaurant because I was able to get a reservation" ...I stop and say "Yes"... Even if it is at a god awful 5:30pm early bird time slot. I was told "we have to go. These don't become available very easily." Well, my cynical self went with a stomach that wasn't ready to eat. I entered the doorway and found myself walking into a different world. It was like I was in a hip Tokyo restaurant. Service was nothing short of superb (thank you, Mateo!!)- attentive without being overbearing...Thoughtful and knowledgeable. Providing recommendations and getting Chef Marc input. Every dish was amazing- you could tell the ingredients were of the highest quality and prepared with creativity and care. The delivery and presentation were well-executed, creatively tasteful and well-appointed. Thank you, Chef Marc Spitzer! (I thanked my friend who commandeered the reservation too - not easy!!) read more

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Okaru was a great spot in Roslyn. We begun at the bar where the bartenders were great and attentive. Drinks were very good. When we moved to the table in the dining room, the birthday card was waiting on the table. We tried the tasting menu with Sake pairing, but first, we had is West Coast oysters, which is my favorite and l rare on East Coast. Lol Each course was better than the last in the tasting menu. We loved the promptness to our requests and great ambience. Since we had a late reservation for diner, we had to be hasty, but the experience was still very good. read more

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I visited this restaurant a couple of weeks ago with my husband after making a reservation the day before. Despite having a confirmed reservation, we were left waiting for over 40 minutes without a clear explanation or update. The check-in process at the front was disorganized, the lady we encountered with not sure what her name was. But i asked her colleague she told me her name's Ainara. We felt that our reservation wasn't taken seriously. After waiting far longer than expected, we decided to leave and dine elsewhere. A reservation should mean something, and customers shouldn't have to wait that long without communication. Unfortunately, this experience left us disappointed, and I hope the restaurant improves its front-of-house organization and customer service so future guests don't have the same experience. read more

We came for Sunday brunch. The food was good and came in a reasonable time frame. Service was a little slow, as we were unable to order drink refills for 15 min or more. The hand rolls were delicious, particularly the yellow tail and the Hokkaido scallop and uni. My wife and I shared the Wagyu steak and eggs, as well as the mushroom omelette. The yuzu soufflé for dessert was light and delicious. We will definitely come back for a future meal, perhaps to try the omakase. read more

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This is LI's newest Japanese hotspot! This is a new restaurant that opened about a month ago and the place was packed with people. It's so hard to get a reservation here...I literally made mine a month ago. It has those NYC vibes without having to travel all the way into the city. The chef here is from Bond St and he brought over some of those dishes to here. I came here with 3 friends for dinner for my birthday. We had a little bit of everything on the menu. The big eye tuna tarts and miso cod were a hit at our table. But everything we had was amazing! My friends are so happy there is finally a good sushi restaurant on LI and they are already planning to go back. This restaurant is highly recommended and I am looking forward to watching their success in LI. read more

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What an experience! Impressive ambiance, fabulous attentive table service and the food was to die for. My family took me there for my birthday and I had a great time all around. read more

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Amazing ambiance. Great service. Great food. 10/10. So excited to go back. Will be referring all my friends and family.

Celebrating Family Wins at Okaru - A Trendy Spot With Ups and Downs We recently celebrated some big academic milestones for our kids, along with our son landing his first job -- a proud parent moment! To mark the occasion, we made a 5:00 PM reservation at Okaru, one of the island's buzziest new restaurants. Reservation & Arrival A heads-up for anyone booking: Okaru requires a credit card to hold your reservation, and if you cancel within 24 hours, there's a $35 per person charge. Personally, I don't mind this policy. It helps reduce last-minute cancellations and gives other diners a fair shot at a table. Valet parking was a plus -- quick and smooth, especially in such a busy area. The doors opened promptly at 5, and we were seated right away. The host was efficient, and our server, Bryant, was friendly and helpful (though he did seem a bit nervous). Ambience The restaurant is beautifully designed -- sleek, modern, and thoughtfully decorated. However, be warned: it's very loud inside. It was difficult to hold a conversation even with someone sitting just across the table. A simple tweak, like lowering the bass on their sound system, could significantly enhance the overall experience. Drinks * Tap Water Tip: Be sure to specify tap water. We were served a $9 bottle of still water by default -- not a big deal, but a bit annoying if you're not expecting it. * Lychee Martini - Sounded better than it tasted. A bit funky and not as sweet as described. 3/10 * Paper Crane - Refreshing and beautifully balanced. Hubby loved it. 9/10 * Lychee on the Run (Mocktail) - Too similar to my martini and far too funky for the kids. 1/10 * Lady 0 w/ Sake Sidecar - Redemption! Smooth, complex, and delicious. Worth the $30 splurge. 10/10 Food Highlights We sampled a wide range of dishes, including several specials. Here's what stood out: Appetizers * Foie Gras & Akamai Special - Gorgeous presentation, rich flavor, and perfectly balanced. 10/10 * Bluefin Crab Squash Flower - Lovely, but be cautious--filling can spill into the sauce. 9/10 * Tuna Crispy Rice - Crunchy, light, and a crowd-pleaser. 10/10 * Crispy Brussel Sprouts - Not crispy, but still flavorful. 7/10 * Toro Tartare with Caviar - Excellent quality but very small for the price. 10/10 * Chicken Katsu Steamed Bun - Flavorful and more generously portioned. 8/10 * Mushroom Gohan Rice - A hearty vegetarian option, mixed tableside. 8/10 Sushi & Rolls * Hokkaido Scallop Uni Handroll - Light, tasty, but wish it were larger. 9/10 * Eel Avocado Roll - Disappointingly bland and lacked the expected smokiness. 3/10 * Spicy King Crab Roll - Underwhelming, surprisingly bland. 3/10 * Spicy Tuna Roll - Not very spicy and lacked depth or texture. 5/10 * Bluefin Tuna Roll - Best of the rolls, but still had a mushy texture inside. While the individual sushi pieces were very good -- properly cut, served at the right temperature -- the rolls overall were a letdown, with similar textures and flavors blending into an indistinct mush. Mains * Whole Broiled Lobster - Perfectly cooked and flavorful with a lovely miso butter. Unfortunately, they didn't pack all the shells when we took it home, which was a disappointment as we planned to extract the leftover meat. 7/10 Dessert We tried a selection of desserts and were pleasantly surprised: * Summer Berries Kakigori - Light, refreshing, and bursting with flavor. A standout. * Green Tea Mille Crepe - Delicate and delicious, with great balance. * Banana Tarte Tatin & Mochi - Both enjoyable, but not as memorable as the first two. Overall Impression: 7/10 Okaru is a beautiful, trendy restaurant with some standout dishes and great attention to presentation. It's ideal for a celebratory night out or if you're looking to try somewhere new and buzzy. However, with a bill exceeding $700, you expect not just good food but a more consistent, elevated experience -- especially with basics like rolls and sound levels falling short. Would I return? Possibly, but not in a hurry. There are other spots on the island offering better food, better acoustics, and better value. That said, Okaru is still worth trying at least once -- especially for the ambiance and the chance to explore creative dishes like their foie gras special or mushroom gohan. read more

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Great new Japanese restaurant in Roslyn. Great ambiance, very cozy. Service was amazing, staff was attentive, free valet. The food was amazing, fresh fish, although I thought the rolls were a bit lackluster. The duck soup was well balanced, duck was cooked to perfection. The short rib was also melt in your mouth. The drinks were all unique. Prices are definitely on the high end, slightly overpriced but still a great restaurant overall. Highly recommended. read more

Best sushi restaurant on the north shore. Gorgeous place. Food is always innovative and delicious. read more

Visited the new Okaru restaurant, team behind BondSt in Manhatten, on Long Island and had a decent but not standout experience. The space is modern and stylish, and the staff was welcoming, but the food didn't quite match the upscale vibe--or the steep price tag. A few dishes like the beef tataki and spicy tuna roll were enjoyable, but others felt bland or uneven. For the price, I expected more in terms of flavor and presentation. Service was friendly but slow, even though it wasn't overly crowded. Not a bad spot, but for what you pay, there are better options out there. Worth a try, but not rushing back. read more

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Okaru - Japanese --on Long Island , is giving very much city vibes . The ambiance is very chic and minimalist. My absolute favorite dish was the miso glazed bone marrow - excellent. The broiled lobster was my second fav . Service was attentive. The crowd was definitely Gold Coast Long Island , if you know , you know read more

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I arrived earlier than my reservation time, but Okaru was kind enough to accommodate. Ambiance was lovely. I loved listening to the sound of happy conversations all around me. The lights were dimmed perfectly. Although I had noticed that one of the lights in the dinning room flickered from time to time. Staff were warm and friendly. Oysters were my favorite. The wagyu dish was a cool experience (there was what looked like a hot stone to cook the meat on). The mushroom rice was amazing as well. I loved the hint of spice it offered. Sushi was average in my opinion. There was a variety of desserts to choose from, we ended up ordering the Green Tea and Mille Crepe. It was absolutely delicious and gone within two minutes after placed on our table. I left the resturuant happy and with a full belly. read more

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This was one of the worst experiences I have had at any restaurant. From the minute we got there we felt like they were rushing us out. I had a roll and an appetizer. In the middle of the night I became violently sick and definitely had food poisoning. I just got off the phone with the manager Robert who didn't let me know that my call was being recorded and was extremely rude. He offered me a gift for my poor experience but why would I go back to a restaurant that gave me food poisoning! Would not recommend this restaurant to anyone! read more

Five star all the way. Amazing food, excellently prepared, beautiful presentation, absolutely delicious, and fresh. Great ambiance and vibes. Service excellent. Price point high but worth it. Restaurant can be loud, so not an ideal place for quiet conversation. Highly recommend and can't wait to go back! read more

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Where to begin and where to end? From the time we pulled into the valet parking lot to the time we pulled out, our experience was wonderful. This place is packed, especially on a Friday night for a 8:30PM reservation. Speaking of reservation - it is worth mentioning that there was a mix-up with our reservation. We thought we had a main dining room reservation, instead we were ushered to a table for 6, intended for 4 in the bar area, better known as the "lounge dining room." I was perplex at best, but the situation was remedied by the matre d'. We shared bunches of apps and made our way to scrumptious dinners. I had the Chilean seabass served with sticky rice. The Chilean seabass was buttery soft and delicious. Sadly I wanted the lobster but they were out of it. I will gladly return but perhaps for an earlier reservation - just to have the lobster. The ambiance is popping - NYC in Roslyn at its best. Cocktails were delicious, so I heard. I opted for the Chablis. Our waiter was more than kind to tolerate our indecisiveness regarding apps and kindly led us to order most of the options. Will I return - Yes! Do I recommend - Highly! Is it worth it - well it is located in Roslyn, what do you expect? The sad part of the night, we had such a good time that I have no photos to attached to this review. read more

Long islands newest hotspot, hard to get a reservation. Walk ins welcomed, lots of seating at bar which don't require a resy. Hostess is very friendly. Valet parking read more

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We came here for a girlfriend's birthday. The decor and their clientele services made our visit very comfortable and enjoyable. Our favorite dishes were the tuna gyoza (although it looked very simple, it was delicious! A lot of the ingredients were hidden between the crispy gyoza and the tuna); sea bass (the perfect melt in your mouth texture I look for in every perfectly cooked piece of bass); the foie gras was perfection, one of the best I've tasted in NY. The eggplant dish had a nice touch of sweetness and provided a satiating bite. Their sushi rolls didn't look anything spectacular but they definitely tasted very fresh and had an Asian authenticity taste to it (maybe it was the type of rice or sesame oil they used?) Their shaved ice dessert was surprisingly very very refreshing, it was a good combo with the fresh berries. Lastly, the bread pudding was really good too. Our server said they serve 500 of those a night! It was a great experience and we all enjoyed our time and food there! read more

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Great Modern Japenese sushi place with a large menu. Food was amazing and every dish was different with good portions. The staff was great even though place is always packed. My waiter Tomaz was outstanding amd very patience dealing with my wife! And explaining the menu. The Manager Catalina was Helpful and friendly, Will return with my Friends great vibe amd ambience! Cant wait for speak easy to open downstairs in restaurant!!! read more

A group of 10 of us dined at Okaru last night. I can see why this restaurant is such a success. Beautiful decor, fabulous service, delicious food, great vibe. All of us were raving about how amazing the experience was. read more

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The food is delicious, quality is impeccable. I feel like the bar could use some work in terms of drinks, I've had some hit and some miss. What I'm missing is value with certain items, like the sashimi entree/sampler. This is not Manhattan, but I think Okaru wants to be. After a few visits, I'm thinking that a traditional Omakase seating would be beneficial and parsed down specials/apps. There are way too many apps. Ambience and service are great, decor is interesting and engaging. The food is delicious, but expensive, very expensive. read more

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Just left dinner at this place and must say everything was phenomenal. From the service which was beyond fantastic to the drinks which were delicious to the food everything exceeded expectations. The decor is beautiful, it's truly a city vibe right here in the middle of LI. Chef Marc really outdid himself with this place and we can't wait to go back. The food was so great before I could take pictures most of it was gone, hence the lack of pictures but the presentation and taste were on point. read more

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What a great experience we had in Okaru, located in the heart of Roslyn Village. From the impeccable service to the food to the ambience, Okaru has made a leaping progression since opening. Food: We ordered four appetizers, love them all. Spicy yellowtail sashimi, steamed lobster gyoza, spicy crispy seabass is crispy, melt-in-your-mouth tender (our fav!) and seared Hokkaido scallops were all cooked perfectly. For entrees we had mushroom rice gohan, red miso lamb chop, salmon aburi handroll, snow crab handroll, bluefin Toro Roll, spicy king crab roll, seared salmon aburi roll. Beside the lamb chops was a little to the bland side, everything was really great! Dessert didn't disappoint either. We ordered four and love all four! Japanese whiskey bread pudding was the star!!!! Services: Compared to our last experience with Okaru six months ago, this time both the services and food have elevated a lot! The restaurant was packed as usual but we were seated in the main dining hall in less than five minutes. Staffs are friendly, attentive and professional. The hostess, Flora, greet us with warmth. The manager, Natalia, came by our table making sure everything is good and that we have a good time. It was a surprise birthday celebration for my husband, who coincidentally also had an impromptu conference call an hour into the dinner. So timing was a little tight. Although the service was quick and our food came out pretty fast, my husband still needed to leave the seat and stepped out for a conference call towards the end of the dinner. I told our hostess Flora about this situation and she helped me coordinating with my waitress Ally, who's very attentive and pleasant, as well as the kitchen staffs, making sure dessert and cake with candle will be brought out as soon as my husband came back to our table. This attentive service on a busy night def made Okaru stand out in this wildly competitive restaurant district. Will def come back! read more

I was really looking forward to bringing my friends here, which makes this experience especially disappointing. I made a reservation for six people through Resy and arrived fully intending to dine. Unfortunately, the manager we dealt with was extremely rude and made the situation very uncomfortable. Apparently, the reservation was considered "private dining," which was never clearly stated when booking. It was on the third floor and one of the people in my party just had surgery. If it was mentioned at all, it was buried in very fine print. I've used Resy many times and have never had this issue before. When I explained that I must have missed it due to how unclear it was, the manager immediately became argumentative even though I never disagreed with him or raised my voice. I was simply trying to understand. What made this even more frustrating is that I had called the restaurant beforehand, and no one mentioned anything about a private room or special requirements. This was also the last available opening, so I had no reason to think there would be an issue at ALL. Don't you think they would have mentioned it to me on the phone? Because of how uncomfortable and unsettled we felt, I ultimately decided to leave with my entire party. To make matters worse, the manager then attempted to charge me a $35 "no-show" fee despite the fact that I physically showed up. This was an incredibly disappointing experience, especially since I was excited to introduce this place to my friends. Unfortunately, due to the poor communication and unprofessional management, I won't be returning or recommending this restaurant TO ANYONE! read more

Amazing food! Amazing drinks! Amazing service! Yes is it hard to get a reservation here, but it is soooo worth it when you do! I love the ambience of the entire place, from the bar, to sushi bar, to the dining area. Everything is spot on. Additionally, the service is always attentive and helpful. When my party had to wait a little for our reservation due to the previous party still eating dessert, the manager sent us over FOUR appetizers when we sat down. All of their food is absolutely delicious and of the utmost quality. You can tell the chefs put a ton of care and thought into every single dish they send out of their kitchen. I would highly recommend everyone tries Okaru at least once. read more

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