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I felt like I was chillin in little town pub in Japan. Playing soulful jazz and Japanese funk jams. Stuffing there Mentataiko fries and trying all their Yakitoris. Goes great with some great beers. If you're in the neighborhood please drop by.
I had very high expectations for this place. So much so last time we tried to come here the line was so long that we couldn't even get a table. This time we were able to get seated within 10 minutes which was great. The ambience is really fun however I was expecting a little more from the food. everything was tasty and had some great flavors, but nothing really blew me away or stood out. Our waiter disappeared a few times too. I think we were ready to pay the bill and it felt like it took a long time to finally pay. Felt like maybe this is the way the restaurant creates FOMO maybe? When we got up to leave there was a really big line of people waiting outside. Cheers.
SO good!! We went on a Friday evening for my husband's birthday and got there around 6. We waited about 25 minutes to be seated, which honestly wasn't bad at all! We ordered a bunch of things to share- the chicken karaage, gyoza with wings, okonomiyaki, tonkotsu black ramen, and a few skewers. Everything was delicious, but the shishito peppers were SO good! We also had our 1 year old with us and she absolutely LOVED the ramen broth and noodles, which was so cute. Such a cool spot with great food!
I'm here this week for 4 nights for a conference and I literally came to Susuru for 3 nights coz their food is just pretty amazing! So second night I got a bowl of tonkotsu ramen with black garlic oil and it was 10/10. The broth was creamy, pork flavor was spot on, the egg was done perfectly (which I'm very particular) and the chashu was delish. I wish I added extra chashu coz it was packed with umami flavor. I also ordered the beef tongue and beef tenderloin and both were nice done, tender, well seasoned and good size for a yakitori. This place definitely knows how to make authentic Japanese street food. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!!!
After a long Disney day, I had one mission: find great yakitori. Susuru kept popping up with glowing reviews, and being one of the closest spots to the parks, it seemed like the obvious choice. Judging by the line that had already formed 15 minutes before they even unlocked the doors, I wasn't the only one with that idea. The moment you walk in, it feels like you've stumbled into a tiny neighborhood izakaya in Tokyo. Paper lanterns, Japanese signs covering the walls, colorful vintage décor, wooden stools that politely remind you to finish eating instead of lingering for three hours--it all adds to the charm. It's casual, lively, and full of personality. The menu has plenty to explore, but I came for the yakitori. Since everything is ordered à la carte, I built my own assortment of skewers, and every single one was grilled beautifully over charcoal. The meats were juicy, the vegetables had that perfect smoky char, and the chimichurri-style dipping sauce they served alongside was something I found myself dipping absolutely everything into. Yes, ordering several skewers can add up faster than your Lightning Lane budget, but the quality absolutely justifies it. Sometimes simple food, done exceptionally well, is worth every penny. If you're near Disney and craving authentic Japanese comfort food instead of another theme park burger, put Susuru on your list. Just do yourself a favor and arrive early... unless standing in line is your favorite Disney ride. 5/5 - I'll happily be back for another round of skewers.
Susuru has such a fun, nostalgic vibe and the food was excellent from start to finish. We started with the chicken karaage and mentai fries and both were delicious. Everyone ordered a different ramen including the Tori Paitan, Mi So Hot, and Black Tonkotsu. Each one had great flavor and depth. The portions were generous and the meal was super reasonable price wise. Louie was attentive throughout and made the experience even better. We were there at about 5:10. We read they did not take reservations and seated on a first come first serve basis. The restaurant opened at 5 and was filling up fast. It was not long after we seated that there were folks waiting for seats. A fantastic spot all around.
5/5 Stars -- Outstanding late-night dinner! Susuru delivered another incredible experience on our second visit! We came in for a late dinner around 9:00 PM and were pleasantly surprised--the initial 30-minute estimated wait turned into getting seated in just 10 to 15 minutes. Service was top-notch from start to finish, and the food was simply delicious. Everything was cooked to perfection with so much depth and flavor in every single bite. We kicked off the meal with an appetizer spread of Chicken Karaage, Truffle Sesame Tuna, and Tempura Fried King Oyster Mushrooms--all executed wonderfully. For my main, I went with the Susuru Chashu Gohan mini bowl along with the Short Ribs and Skirt Steak. For me, it was the absolute ideal balance of protein and carbs, and every piece of meat was insanely flavorful. You cannot leave without dessert: the Matcha Tiramisu. Wow. Rich, decadent, and genuinely one of the best and most unique tiramisus I've ever tasted. Make sure you leave room to end your meal with it! The rest of my family loved their meals just as much. We first came here a few years ago and knew we had to make it back on this trip. Susuru remains a MUST-visit in Orlando!
Food was mid and absolutely not worth the wait. I came on a Saturday night at 8pm and was told there would be an hour wait. I fell asleep waiting in my car after an hour goes by and went inside to check because I saw empty tables from the outside and had heard from the hostess. I told her that I had been waiting for over an hour and she said that there was about 4 parties in front of me. I went back outside to wait for less than 5 min and she called me in saying the table had cancelled so my table is now available. That was already a red flag - she totally forgot about me!!! After being seated, the waiter took literally 15min to even come acknowledge us because he was too busy talking to his friends at the next table. Tonkotsu black ramen - 3/5 (not flavorful) Miso-hot ramen - 3/5 (bland and not creamy) Tan tan men ramen - 3/5 (the flavors were there but the noodles were super soggy) Tempura king oyster mushroom - 2/5 (bland, thick and hard to chew. they should've cut it into thinner pieces) Karaage - 3/5 (flavorful but chucks were too big and had too much batter) Inner thighs yakitori - 5/5
Tried this place after hearing so much about it on socials. Pulled up and there was a small line waiting for it to open. Really cool place with an open atmosphere. Kitchen is also open with a bar that looks directly into the kitchen as you dine. Drinks are simple. Plum wine, Japanese whisky options, beer, and soft drinks. Also a few mixed drinks, but again nothing crazy or exciting. Food was fresh and pretty good. The tuna sashimi appetizer was fantastic! The sauce is like a yum-yum and black sesame blend. Incredible. The bowl was wayyyyyy too sweet for me. Too much of the sauce. But the rice and chicken were pretty good. The pork belly is grilled and not seasoned much. So added it to the bowl to calm the sweet and it worked well. Overall, this place isn't worth queuing for, but still pretty good considering its location. Solid 6/10 for me.
I got so lucky again. I wanted to do on a Saturday night. I arrived around 730ish, and got lucky to find parking. When I arrived, I was told there was a bar seating in 10 minutes, which I took. I scanned the menu and had to have the old fashioned again (12 dollars). It was a great deal as it was boozy for me to stay happy for a while. For dinner, I splurged with the miso lamb (26 dollars) and chicken breast and thigh skewers (4.6 dollars each). All the meats were perfectly grilled and tender. The miso paste was perfect with the lamb, and the chimichurri sauce made it more flavorful. There were micro greens and potatoes for the vegetables. The wasabi topping on the chicken was very nice and brought the kick needed. I don't know if it was real wasabi, but it was still good. For dessert, the matcha tiramisu (8 dollars) was earthy and light, and the green tea was a nice gesture. The service was attentive and nice. My bartender made a great drink and the whole staff took great care of us. The vibe is still very nice, with lots of Japanese nostalgia displayed. The bar area has a nice open kitchen to watch the action as well. Music looks to be Japanese pop or anime. Parking can be difficult, and the wait times can get long, so bring your patience as it is well worth it! This is still a wonderful Japanese restaurant for bar food. No wonder it still gets crowded, especially on a Saturday night. I really need to visit their sister restaurant, Juju, as well. They are a similar concept with excellent food and drinks too! Overall: A
What an amazing little hole in the wall! This is an Izakaya style eatery and they totally nailed the perfect vibe. From the decor, to the seats at the bar watching our food made, to the amazing tasty food at great prices, I wish I lived near here because this would be a regular hangout. We tried regular menu items, specials, themed cocktails, the whole bit, and absolutely everything was spot on! Service was super friendly, and it seemed everything was made to order. I loved everything about this place!
Our favorite spot to celebrate all occasions! Food brings us back to Japan! Ambiance is retro /izakaya. You have to try their seasonal specials as well! Never disappoints. We LOVE the beef tongue. So tender, probably the best beef tongue we've ever had in the nation. The dessert never disappoints. A perfect ending to a wonderful meal. Kurobata sausage: delicious and cute! This is what high quality ingredients get you!
We visited here during our trip to Orlando. We had to wait for a table, but we could tell it was worth it. We enjoyed the Mi-So-Hot Ramen, Hamachi Kama, Gyoza with Wings, Chicken Karaage and an assortment of the skewers. Out of the skewers the Momo & Pork Belly were my favorites. Everything was delicious we actually had to order more! Our server made great recommendations and was friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this spot for a flavorful and fun dinner. The interior was decorated super fun as well.
2 years ago
Our server was spot on, very knowledgeable and checked on us multiple times to see if we wanted to try something else. I need to go back and try the ramen this time was all about the appetizers. The skewers were all fantastic but fair warning you need to order about 3 or 4 to make a portion. This restaurant was packed.. and so busy but for good reason!! I rated 4/5 due to the chairs being uncomfortable and the length of time it took for the food to come out, they bring it as it's done and hot, but personally I like when my food is all together at the table because then your friends and family are eating without you and not together ... read more
Love this spot whenever I am in town. Very unsuspecting location in a strip mall with amazing tapas style Japanese food. Quirky decor and super friendly and very helpful staff with good recs (Chris is amazing)! I always gravitate towards the raw fish options but got a good mix so here's what we got: - Short rib yakitori : 3/5 would have liked this cooked a little less - Chicken Ramen: 4/5 really good but a little on the bland side, def needed some hot sauce but you know sometimes just the basic hits - Okonomiyaki: 4/5 great flavors, very filling and good for sharing (if you don't know what this is, google it) - Tuna: 6/5 (I forget what it was called) but it was Tuna sashimi in a truffle sauce that was amazing! I asked for extra truffle sauce on the side and put it in everything else so bomb - Albacore: 5/5 (also don't know what it was called) but also really good and fresh tasting Their cocktails are fun here too but definitely on the sweeter side and sometimes comes with a toy :) recommend getting the sake in a can which was really good but also a lil sweet read more
2 years ago
It was such a great overall experience. We noticed that when we arrived 30 minutes before they opened , there was already a line outside. It is a very popular Japanese restaurant that lived up to the hype. The orders are small, tapas size but perfectly priced and allows you to try more than one thing. The Brussel sprouts are to die for and the pork belly was perfectly cooked. We had seaweed salad, the street corn, steamed rice, and skirt steak, and all of it was very flavorful and perfectly cooked. Will be going back the next time we are in Orlando. read more
1 year ago
Omg! Everything from the NY strip, ramen, short rib, momo chicken, especially the matcha tiramisu was 1000/10! Definitely coming back and definitely recommend. read more
We had to wait about an hour to be seated for dinner. We got there at 5:15 which I guess there was a wait already as they open at 5pm. You can leave your name and they will call you when your table is nearly ready. Food was quick and pretty good. I enjoyed the ramen and variety of skewers. The marinated raw octopus was fresh and tasty. Karaage was nicely seasoned and fried to a crisp. Good food paired with a beer or a drink. read more
2 years ago
I cant believe I found a ramen place I enjoyed better than Jinya. This ramen shop is themed all around the dotonburi district in japan. I love the atmosphere and I never mention music in my reviews but the music was so good. Japanese mixes of popular American pop songs. I've eaten in dotonburri japan before and I actually liked the tartan ramen here better than any ramen I've had over there. They had mixed drinks that included a japanesese icon souvenirs like godzilla or seiyaman. I wanted godzilla but they were out. Really cool concept though. Plan to come 30 minutes early. It was 10pm when we left and there was still a line out the door! So worth the wait! read more
2 years ago
During my trip, I came back here twice. I highly recc stopping by if you are in the area! The vibes are amazing, affordable and delicious food. read more
We love Susuro so much, it's such a cool spot to grave a bite to eat. It is on the smaller side so there's usually a wait, but you can get lucky and snag a seat at the bar sometimes. Every single thing we've tried here has been amazing. We love the ramen options the skewers. The fries and karaage are also really good. There's tons of memorabilia and things hanging on the wall, so it's a super cool atmosphere too. read more
Well, I wouldn't say the Kissimmee, FL area has a variety of ethnic restaurants, so we were very fortunate to find Susuru. We ordered quite a few dishes and all were great. Their Tonkotsu ramen was particularly flavorful, and the kushiyaki and yakitori were delicious. I feel there is definitely an authenticity to the flavors here, so if you're looking for good Japanese food, like the izakaya style, then this is probably your best shot in the area. read more
2 years ago
Have been before and it's been great. Today service was a little off. For some reason our server didn't check on us and then just brought us our check without asking if we wanted anything else. We had Ramen and a few other small plates. We decided to try the dumplings and sadly the ones I buy at the store taste the same. The wing gimmick is ok. The yakitori was delicious! read more
2 years ago
I've been wanting to try this place for a while. It was close to the place we rented while visiting Orlando. Service and food was great. Highly recommend. All of the memorabilia on the wall keep your eyes busy. Also loved the assorted Japanese music that plays in the restaurant. Or wait was about 35 minutes and well worth it read more
Do not walk but run to Susuru (and be there early for your own sake). I arrived to susuru 30 minutes before opening and I'm so glad I did! This place is much smaller than I imagined so no wonder the waitlist gets crazy! Susuru is tapa style Japanese food and oh man is it delicious! My favorite picks were the susuru chashu gohan, kurobota honey sausage, skirt steak, tsukune, and the mentaiko fries - all a must on my list! My absolute to get next time I go are forsure the fries, chashu gohan, and the tsukune (Japanese style meatball); all of these were so rich and unique in flavor that Im literally still drooling over. The 2 items I could've done without ordering were the chicken karaage (a little too dry for my taste and I didn't enjoy the tartar sauce & he negima (chicken with scallions) I found the crunchiness of the scallions to not be my favorite when paired with the chicken! I paired my food with the tiki time (for 2) which I shared, first off the presentation is 10/10, I lived the cup and the drink itself was sweet and refreshing! I literally had such a fun evening at Susuru. Our server was so kind and made some great suggestions for us to try. I will definitely not hesitate to come back!! read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Susuru is one of the BEST restaurants I've ever been to. I came here after seeing a few reels about Orlando restaurants and was completely satisfied. The hour wait to get in was well worth it (they do not accept reservations). We started with the King Salmon Tataki, Seaweed Salad, Silken Tofu, and Mentaiko Fries. The fries were my favorite part. For skewers, we got the chicken meatball, chicken breast with wasabi, skirt steak, pork belly, and chicken heart. The chicken heart was my favorite - it had a perfect char. We also got the weekend special grilled squid, which was incredible. We tried the Susuru Gohan bowl, and it was the perfect addition to the other items we ordered. The restaurant was well decorated and gave a cute Japanese feel. I will definitely return any time I'm in the area! read more
3 years ago
If you're not looking for this place you'll miss it and that would be a shame. Love the quaint Décor and service. Intimate setting, great vibe, definitely not your run of the mill Asian food. read more
Loved everything about this place: service, food, atmosphere. We had several Japanese meals during our week in town and this was our favorite by far. The ramen had such depth of flavor. Truffle sesame tuna and king salmon tataki were excellent as well. Tried a few yakitori and yasai and they were well prepared. The gohan bowls were so delicious too it was my son's favorite of the night. Matcha tiramisu with matcha tea was a delightful finish to the meal. We would definitely return next time in town. read more
4 years ago
Susuru is a retro style Iza-kaya with Japanese influence. They do not take reservations or call ahead so the wait time is usually long . I recommend getting there 30 mins before they open to get in line or asking to sit at the bar for a shorter wait time. If you're into arcade games , player 1 is right next door so you can also play games while you wait. We arrived about an hour before they opened and 1 person was in line already. We stopped in player 1 to kill time . Once we got in line quite a few ppl had joined the line . We had about a 15 mins wait to be seated once they opened . We started with drinks. I ordered the Layover in Tokyo and My Kewpie you can get it with or without alcohol . For food we got the Chicken Karaage , Yuzu street corn, Mentaiko fries, gee-ow-duh, (dumplings), chicken ramen , short rib & skirt steak . We wrapped up dinner with the Matcha Tira-Masu served with tea . I wouldn't come back for the ramen or come here just for the ramen, because it was just ok. However, Overall I enjoyed the experience and the food . I loved that it was tapas style that way you can try allot of different things. The fact that this place was inexpensive and the food comes out pretty quick was phenomenal. read more
I absolutely LOVED this place!!!! It was so authentic in there, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service was top tier. My boyfriend and I got the Tiki Time drink (for 2) and the Chicken Karaage and both were sooooooooo good! I've been craving Japanese chicken a lot lately so if that's your jam, I recommend you put this on the top of your list to visit soon. read more
2 years ago
Everyone was so pleasant and helpful. The amazing hostess was very sweet and gentle. They had an amazing vibe to them from glasses to eyeliner. The waitstaff did not make us feel rushed while ordering. The food was all the right temperature and taste is out of this world. When you're inside, you forget that you're in Central Florida. read more
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Absolute gem!!! Got dragged in by friends who love ramen and insisted this is the best place to enjoy my first ramen. Well boy, they were right. Ambiance is so cool with classic Japanese decoration, badass local music and servers absolutely so sweet and passionate about their food. Tried many shareable appetizers and they were all spot on!!! I had the chicken ramen as entree and that was such unbelievable, like everything was perfect, from the broth flavor, to the meat texture, pasta, infused egg.... Just IN-SA-NE!!!! A few reviews mentioned the line being long and it did start filling up 30min before opening, and all tables were taken 30min after opening. read more
I think I was looking forward to be blown away with the food, specially with all the great reviews and the long -long wait , it was just ok, to me the food need it more flavor. I think the wait was to long they had a server that call out that day, out of all the food we order and we order a lot, the shishito peppers and the little sausages where the best. It may just not be for me and my family. Still food was fresh, the service was amazing. They have some good cold sake if you like that. read more
2 years ago
Came in right at opening at 5pm and had a 5-10 min wait for them to setup. We've been here before so we were already excited to eat here again, this time my dad came with us. We ordered a ton of things and our server Chris was freaking amazing!!!! This place is seriously top notch, don't be afraid to try something new or if you don't know what something is they'll explain it to you. Again Chris made our experience perfect. Total at the end was 100$ with tip for 3 people, and we ate quite a bit. read more
We were looking for something different to eat on our trip and a friend recommended this place. We went on a Thursday and there was no wait as we were anticipated. We got seated right away. This yakitori joint has pretty cool vibe and lively scene with friendly staffs. The food was alright but not great in my opinion. We ordered the chicken chips, chicken skin, chicken oysters, knee cartilage, pork belly, chicken hearts, skirt steak, meatball, shiitake mushroom, short rib, chicken lower thigh with scallion and finished off with Susuru Gohan. Overall good experience with average food. read more
1 year ago
The absolute best service !!!! Amazing amazing food and such a vibe !!! Made me feel like I was in a spot off the streets of Japan but with actual space lol . 100/100 must go and in the center of everything !!! The horchata ice cream we had was amazing and still dreaming about it !!!!!! BEST RAMEN OF MY LIFE !!!! in the US read more
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I was a bit frustrated after trying to come here and realizing how serious people were about trying it! Lined out the door, you would think it has to be good right? Well today I finally got to experience Susuru for myself, and let me tell you it is without a doubt worth the wait! I got there 20 mins before opening and there were about 7 people in front of me in line, so at least I knew I'd be able to get in right away this time! As you walk in you are immediately transported to an izakaya in Japan with retro ads and interesting masks galore! Every table is greeted by the staff as they are sat. I opted to sit at the bar to free up a table for a larger party. The bar area is pretty cool because you're right there in the midst of all the action! The atmosphere absolutely cannot be beat! To start I ordered the Godzilla drink which came with an adorable toy on top that I got to keep! For the food, we tried the tsukune (chicken meatball), and sasami (chicken breast with wasabi) yakitoris, the tonkotsu ramen, the very popular Susuru Gohan, gyoza with wings, and the matcha tiramisu! All dishes were absolute knockouts bursting with rich flavors! My favorites were the ramen and the sasami I will definitely be back to try more of their menu options and will be checking out their sister restaurant JuJu! To the staff at Susuru, keep up the amazing work! read more
2 years ago
Susuru is a delicious and fun izakaya dining experience perfect to enjoy with friends and family. However, space is limited and the restaurant fills up quickly shortly after opening. Our attempt to avoid a long wait was to visit on a weekday. We arrived at 6:15pm on a Tuesday (The restaurant opens at 5pm) and there was no wait. However, we could not be seated until our entire party arrived. Within 15 minutes, the line exploded from no wait to a one-hour wait. We were lucky enough to be seated right away just before the rest of our party arrived. We enjoyed a large variety of sharable Japanese dishes. To start we had Okonomiyaki, a crisp cabbage pancake with a creamy kewpie mayo drizzle. Next we ordered a variety of Yakatori (grilled chicken skewers) including Kawa (crispy flavorful lightly smokey skin), Momo (tender juicy thigh), and Soriresu (an extra succulent and savory part of the thigh). We also had Tempura Fried King Oyster Mushrooms which were tender, juicy and covered in a light crisp breading and paired with a lemony cream sauce. A plate of Yasai (Grilled Veggie Skewer) came out next with tender, juicy and smokey zucchini, eggplant, and shitake mushrooms. For myself I ordered the Susuru Chashu Gohan a rice bowl with nicely fatty melt in your mouth marinated pork belly. Finally, we also had an order of juicy, crisp and peppery Chicken Karrage. The restaurant also had a variety of Japanese beers, sakes, and cocktails that paired nicely with the food. read more
2 years ago
This place was super good! 10/10 recommend. Everything we ordered was amazing and tasty plus the vibes in the restaurant were definitely relaxed, hippy, and gave a realistic street-vibe japan feeling! Their service was amazing, always attentive, and there when we needed! read more
3 years ago
Some of the best tiramisu I've ever had. The side of tea was a great accompaniment to the dessert. Would go back have this again! read more
Our family rented a Tesla for the week, so while charging the vehicle at the supercharger in the parking lot, we walked past, admiring all the folks enjoying their meals. We stopped by a few days later, as they do not take reservations. We waited about an hour, without regret. This is one of those places that combines awesome food, great service with an experience. If you're only having one meal in Orlando, it should be here at Susuru. We were hungry, and wanted to sample as much as possible, so we ordered more food than we should have. I have to say everything was excellent. Although my children are picky, they enjoyed their ramen and French fries. My wife and I indulged in everything else, including the sake. Since it was raining out, it would have been nice if that had an option for hot sake. We would definitely come back here! read more
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8548 Palm Pkwy
Orlando, FL 32836
International Drive / I-Drive, Horizons West / West Orlando
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(407) 778-4813
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Vegan options for non fish eaters?
Yes there were several vegetarian/vegan options. I tried a few and they were quite delicious.
Are you open on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day?
Do they take reservations?
They didn't use to, but they do take your name and you can see where you are on a website
Do you accept reservation for large group?
Do you still have happy hour?
No happy hour from what I have seen from the original menus.
Gluten free options or menu?
Yes. and they have Tamari Soy sauce. Just some items may not be available, depending on if prefabbed or not. Just ask your server. At the event I went to, one of my tablemates was Gluten free and they were able to accommodate her.
Are there vegetarian options? Question answered! They have vegan ramen that isn't on the menu! We ordered ramen and skewers, lotus chips, radish salad w/out fish/meat. Just ask! Cool space, cool staff. Will be back w/veg + carnivore friends!
Some of my friends ordered vegetarian ramen before (by request). They said the vegan ramen tasted really good.
Do they take reservations?
We do not take reservations. I recommend calling ahead for estimated wait times!
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