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Shima Japanese Restaurant

4.0 (515 reviews)
ModerateJapanese, Sushi Bars
Closed • 6:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for groups
Good for kids

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Loved my experience at Shima! The food was fresh, service was friendly and fast.Hidden gem in Hialeah, will be back! #platetower

Mona E.

I was incredibly excited to try this place as I have been wanting to try a place with sushi on a revolving line. The sushi itself was really delicious. It was fresh and you can order whatever you want too. there was a line that we waited about 25 minutes. You have to come in and sign the paper yourself. They call your name. There is only a few places to sit down and they don't call your phone number when it's your turn. the sushi on the revolving line moves pretty fast so that can be a little frustrating. The service was great. Our waitress was wonderful and the people behind the sushi counter were both very nice and helpful.

Elizabeth 'Betsy' G.

Shima Japanese Restaurant offers one of the most fun and unique dining experiences around! The star of the show is the little river that runs through the center of the sushi bar, with small wooden boats floating by, carrying an endless variety of fresh sushi. You just reach out and grab what looks good and trust me, a lot looks good. The sushi is incredibly fresh and expertly prepared. Each plate was well-balanced, and beautifully presented. The sushi is top tier for a strip mall location in Hialeah. The chefs behind the counter were constantly replenishing the boats with new selections, so there was always something different floating by. The atmosphere is lively and there's usually a wait, but it moves quickly. Perfect for date night or a fun dinner with friends. The staff is always warm and welcoming, and happy to explain how everything works for first-timers. This is my favorite local gem, a few min from Home.

Jane S.

Me and my family have visited this sushi spot. My sister in law and brother in law are regulars here. Our servers name was Sandra which she was very attentive and professional. On the other hand there is a server named Cassandra that was very rude and was telling us that we only have 10 mins. She projected in a rude way and told us to look at the signage. The concept of the restaurant is pretty cool they have boats and they place plates of sushi and other food on. The table has a QR Code for the menu or you can ask for a physical menu. The restroom needs an upgrade and it was dirty. If you check this restaurant note that you may have to wait. We waited for about 30 minutes and you have to place your name on a clipboard with the number of people in your party and if you want to sit next to the boats. Overall the experience was good but could have been better.

Pork kastu curry udon
Anthony M.

Nice and homey environment, great staff and homeboy making drinks was nice too. Loved the food and their pork katsu was a great definitely going back soon

Bryan W.

Went the night before Valentine's Day to celebrate early with my fiancée. It's a small restaurant and popular, so of course there was a wait. But we waited around 30 minutes to be seated right by the boats. The concept of just grabbing the sushi off the boats as they sail by is so fun. The sushi is fresh and always getting replenished by the chefs. Our favorites are the Blanca roll, Alaskan roll and sexy tuna sashimi. The service is also on point. Would definitely recommend for your next date night.

salmon sashimi is soooo buttery it melts in your mouth
Nat R.

I think this might be the only restaurant i'm an actual regular at. The food is delicious, the servers are very attentive and kind, even though they are constantly busy!! I definitely recommend waiting a little extra to sit by the boats :), but don't over stay your welcome haha be mindful and they only allow 75 minute seating anyway. The fish is so so fresh and everything comes out super quick. Simple little gem in hialeah, and my new favorite restaurant!! salmon sashimi is soooo buttery it melts in your mouth, we usually get like 7 orders and they're super affordable for how much is actually served !!

Amanda M.

We recently dined at Shima Sushi, and it was such a fun experience. Shima is best known for its sushi boats, which make for both a delicious and lively meal. We started with a few items off the menu -- gyoza (which amusingly also popped up later on one of the boats), the Cleopatra Roll, and the Jack Roll. Everything was fresh and flavorful. When it comes to the boats, my recommendation is to focus on the freshly prepared items (skip anything wrapped in plastic). We enjoyed an impressive variety, including hot and sour chicken, tuna rolls, tempura shrimp, and more. Highly recommend... but also don't, because this neighborhood gem is one of Miami's best-kept secrets.

Dinner for two people wasn't cheap
Sean R.

Cool concept but their quality was not great, Tokyo Tuna is way better! If they improve the quality I would go back.

Yummy fried donuts
Alexandra R.

I would give 5 stars to this place because I love the concept of the little boat, the food is good and the prices are great. But the wait.... I have to come at least a day in advance just kidding at least an hour before and park in the front and make sure to be in line before 6 because the largest line forms outside. Wish the place was bigger and that they opened more regular hours so that the line doesn't build up like that.

Ines R.

Such a fun place. Sushi floats by your table on tiny boats and you grab the plates off of the boats. Every dish was better than the next. Rolls, gyoza, shrimp on a stick. Dragon rolls, seaweed Salad calamari. It's amazing. Prices are very reasonable. Food is excellent as is the quality of the food. Service is also. They are very attentive. Very chill laid back vibe.

Tuna sashimi
Christopher R.

Everything was soooooooo good! We opted to sit at a table next to the food boats that go by and just grabbed plates we liked. Sorry for the terrible photos but I devoured all our own food and snapped some pics of the food going by. We will definitely be back here!

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Elijah S.

My favorite sushi restaurant to visit in Miami! I love the little river with boats instead of a conveyer belt. The sushi is fire, of course! But they have plenty of other things besides sushi. They have other little things that come out on the boats, but you can also order from the menu, and everyone working there is always quick to take an order and deliver the food! Phenomenal restaurant, 100% recommend to anyone passing through Miami beach! A few things to note, you have 75 minutes to sit and eat, because, wow, that place is busy! Also, be sure to go by early and write your name on the wait list outside, and it ensures your spot after they open.

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Mala experiencia ,,, pagamos la cuenta y casi nos obligaron a salir no recomiendo el lugar ,,, para nada. Staff agresivo comida mediocre

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Everything was very fresh and good. The service was good also. Overall a nice place to eat

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Are they any non-sushi options? Like fried rice, chicken teriyaki, etc?

Yes! They have a whole menu that has different food options that aren't sushi. The chicken teriyaki is very good IMO.

Is it pet friendly?

I don't think so. You may call to confirm.

Do they have high chairs for toddlers?

No, they have a bar area and an area where you can sit on the floor

Sushi neighborhood, great and convinience for me. I sit and rightaway take the plate, little plates with different prices and all yummy. And what else on friday after work alone better that this? No place better than this.

I agree, no better place!

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4.7(190 reviews)
0.9 mi

My niece and I decided to try this restaurant on a whim. I'm so glad we did because the service and…read morefood was phenomenal!! Our server Claudia was so nice and helpful with explaining the different dishes. You also are treated to a complimentary mocktail and sweet yam bite to start. Claudia even provided us a tablet to see the pictures of the various dishes offered which helped us decide what to try. We started off with a mocktail that had coconut, passion fruit, hibiscus tea and pineapple. That drink was delicious and I didn't miss the alcohol. For starters we had the salmon crispy rice and that was so filling and delicious. Then we had the scallops in the black truffle sauce which was perfect a seared to perfection. We also ordered the kumogani roll which is crab based and that was very tasty with or without soy sauce. We loved everything we tried and will definitely go back to try other items on the menu. I highly recommend trying them out if you're in the area.

My hubby surprised me with a date night at Amazonia and I was blown away!…read more I hadn't had such an amazing culinary experience in a long time. Everything we ate and drank at Amazonia was fantastic. I ordered a passion fruit pisco sour to start and my husband had a Mai Tai. Our waiter offered to bring a complementary starter drink and appetizer while we wait for our food. It was a nice and refreshing drink accompanied by a causa sweet potato. We ordered some crispy rice and bao short ribs as our official appetizer. They were so good!! I hadn't tried the crispy rice before. I loved it. As my main dish I ordered the Maroyana Rice. I personally love ají de gallina, this dish takes aji de gallina to the next level. My husband ordered sushi but I don't recall the name of his order lol they were so good though and fresh. The place was beautifully decorated with Amazonian style plants and really cool lighting features. It was cozy and romantic. The service was top notch. I love this place and can't wait to go back again!

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Amazonia Nikkei - Sushi area.

Sushi area.

Amazonia Nikkei - Wagyu roll- similar to a surf and turf roll

Wagyu roll- similar to a surf and turf roll

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Kaeru Sushi & Grill

Kaeru Sushi & Grill

4.8(196 reviews)
5.9 mi

Can't say enough good things about Kaeru. A hidden gem to say the least. The staff here is so…read morefriendly and welcoming from the moment you walk in. The menu isn't huge which I can appreciate, the specials board changes regularly and the rotation never disappoints. Smokey dream has made it to the list of must haves on a weekly basis. My husband can't get enough and once you try it you'll know why. The tuna crunch is a fave of mine, such a good bite every time.

My husband and I absolutely love dining at Kaeru! It's the perfect date spot for sushi lovers! The…read moresushi is always incredibly fresh, and the quality of the fish is truly top-notch. They also offer a really nice variety of menu options, so there's always something new to try. While they do accept walk-ins, I highly recommend making a reservation because it can get busy. The servers are very knowledgeable about the menu and always happy to help guide your selections. From the moment we were seated, we were warmly greeted and our server remained attentive throughout our entire visit. He took the time to thoroughly explain the evening's specials and was genuinely enthusiastic about highlighting the sushi featured on the specials menu. There wasn't a single item we ordered that we wouldn't get again. We also had the chance to come for their Valentine's Day special, which was a prix fixe menu, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. Everything felt thoughtfully curated and beautifully executed. Overall, it's one of our favorite sushi spots in the area and we always look forward to coming back.

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4.9(118 reviews)
9.0 mi
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Was out shopping nearby and wandered in for lunch fully expecting the usual and instead found a…read moresurprisingly reasonable omakase in Doral (a sentence I didn't think I'd ever say). The starter omakase runs about $68. It was around seven courses plus dessert, and honestly, every dish pulled its weight. Bonus points to the server, who gave clear, thoughtful explanations. Menu-wise, don't expect a parade of rolls they're clearly nudging you toward the omakase experience. But if that's the goal, they're doing it right. All in all, a really enjoyable meal and one I'd happily circle back to, next time to explore more of the menu.

Came through with my cousin on a rainy Friday to catch up, and were pleasantly surprised with this…read moreexperience. This spot is located in an unassuming shopping center where a Nicklaus building is, which is perfect for when you're in the mood to keep a low profile. It's a small, intimate restaurant with counter top seating and a few tables. From the moment we walked in, the folks chopped it up with us and made jokes, which is great because it broke the ice in a way that felt like you were amongst friends. Excellent service all around. We sat at one of the tables as we intended to do a lot of talking and didn't want to be noisy at the counter. We decided to take the recommendation of the staff and did the omakase express option and a sake sampler pairing with three different kinds. No notes here because everything was great, there were several "MMMM!" moments (wish I remembered what each bite was!) and the first sake we got (pictured) was fantastic. Would definitely buy it to have at home. Big shout out to Allie, who covered our table on her first day, was very cool and definitely helped steer the dinner in the right direction. If you're in the Doral area and in the mood for some quality Japanese, definitely stop by here!

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Aiko & Mumu - Interior

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Aged hon maguro

Aiko & Mumu - Edomae zushi sea water eel -- Anago

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Mikan Japanese Restaurant

Mikan Japanese Restaurant

4.1(528 reviews)
5.5 mi
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This was my second visit, and i cant believe I hadn't reviewed this place!…read more THE PLACE: Located in a Pembroke Pines shopping mall, parking is free and available. Inside, you will find a sushi bar, tables and booths. The restaurant is small, but so cozy. THE FOOD: For starters, we had the chicken dumplings, small , soft and flavorful 4/5. We then ordered the sunset roll 5/5 which was refreshing and well rolled. Our entrees, came with miso soup 4/5 not salty like most tend to be, and with a good ratio of tofu and seaweed. I had the chicken teriyaki bento box, but switched the tempura veggies for rice. incredible 5/5. With the bento box, youre able to have a little of everything (sushi, gyoza, salad, your protein of choice and the tempura veggies or rice) but still end leaving full, not to mention the presentation is cute and functional. My husband tried the Oyako Don and while it doesnt sound like much on the description (chicken, rice, carmalized onions and omelet on top), this dish is heavy, flavorpacked and so good! THE SERVICE: Service is always great, the waitress will sit you, take your order, and check up on you regularly.

I love a restaurant that feels like a hidden gem. The soundtrack to this place when I went was one…read moreof those greatest hits CDs they used to play on the commercials back when I was a kid. Something slow and mindful about this place that makes it easy to enjoy the kind servers. The sushi and pork belly were delicious and I would say getting to eat this with that music in the back made for a wonderful time.

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Mikan Japanese Restaurant - Treating myself

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Mikan Japanese Restaurant - 5/5 Tekka Roll

5/5 Tekka Roll

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Makoto

Makoto

4.2(1.2k reviews)
11.7 mi
•$$$

Absolutely phenomenal meal from start to finish!…read more Service was great I ordered a Coke Zero and as soon as she opened the can she heard how flat it sounded and took it and brought me a new one right away. We ordered the crispy tuna rice, dynamite shrimp, truffle salmon roll, and beef noodles and every single dish delivered. The crispy tuna rice was perfectly crunchy on the outside with melt-in-your-mouth tuna on top, balanced beautifully with just the right amount of sauce. Easily one of the best bites of the night. The dynamite shrimp were addictive crispy, juicy, and coated in a creamy, spicy-sweet sauce that had just enough kick without overpowering the shrimp. A little hesitant at first being almost $30 but it was worth it! The truffle salmon roll was rich and buttery. The truffle flavor was subtle but elevated the salmon perfectly without being too heavy. Super fresh and beautifully presented. And the beef noodles were comforting and packed with flavor. The noodles were perfectly chewy, the beef was tender, and the sauce tied everything together with a deep, savory richness. On top of the amazing food, the presentation was gorgeous and the atmosphere was warm and stylish perfect for a date night or dinner with friends. Can't wait to come back and try more of the menu.

Makoto is one of those places that gets a lot right--and then just misses that last half-star that…read morewould make it perfect. The setting in Bal Harbour is beautiful, very polished but still relaxed. It's definitely the kind of place you go for a nice dinner where you want things to feel a little elevated without being stuffy. Service was solid overall--attentive and professional, though at times it felt a bit rushed, like they were trying to keep the pace moving more than letting you fully enjoy the experience. Food-wise, there's a lot to love. The sushi was fresh and well-executed, and some dishes really stood out with great flavor and presentation. That said, a couple of items felt a bit underwhelming compared to the price point--good, but not quite memorable. Portions also lean on the smaller side, so it can add up quickly. All in all, it's a great spot with a cool vibe and very good food. Not flawless, but definitely worth going--especially if you're in the area and want a stylish dinner with consistently good quality.

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