Came to Susuru to celebrate a special moment and had an amazing experience from start to finish. We sat at the bar and Dennis took great care of us -- super attentive, friendly, and quick with recommendations. He made the whole dinner feel relaxed and enjoyable, which really added to the night. I ordered the Tantan Ramen, and it was rich, flavorful, and perfectly balanced with just the right amount of spice. My dining partner had the Tonkatsu Ramen, which came out creamy and savory, exactly how tonkatsu should be. We also shared the Salmon Tataki, and it was super fresh and one of the highlights of the meal. Overall, Susuru continues to be one of the best ramen spots in Orlando. The food is consistently great, the atmosphere is fun and lively, and Dennis's service made the visit even better. Definitely recommend stopping by if you're craving quality ramen and a memorable dining experience. read more

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What can be said about perfection that hasn't already been said? When I showed up here 11 mins after opening and learned of a 90 minute wait, I knew then that I was in the right place. Full disclosure, I could have sat at the bar immediately but I wanted a table. As you can tell by now, it was worth the wait. Began with chicken gyoza made fresh daily and truffle sesame tuna. Both were out of this world. My wife and I got Ramen bowls (black garlic tonkotsu and tantan). Both were exquisite. We then tried some of the skewers. Each were worthy of a review themselves service was very prompt and polite. The vibe is conversational volume in the heart of Tokyo. Please, either sit at the bar for quick service or wait for a table. Just do not pass this up read more

Last dinner in Florida before heading back to California & this place ended on a high note... I wasn't sure if I could eat anymore on this vacation but, when the food is good, you can!... OKINOMIYAKI: 10/10 So good! Ground chicken skewer: 10/10 CHICKEN THIGHS: 8.5/10 Pork belly black tonkatsu ramen: 9/10 SERVICE: 10/10 Arigato from Los Angeles, CA. We will visit you again next year :) Rock On Susuru! read more

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I read this place gets packed quickly after opening so i was nervous going on a Friday after work. Got there about 25 mins after it was open. The place had a good amount of people already with others on wait list. A great chill atmosphere which is how i understood why people come. Since I was alone, there was a space at the bar. The bartender was so nice and chill. I loved her vibe!! I had a the Layover in Tokyo cocktail and it was so good! I started my first round with short ribs, pork belly, inner thigh and chicken nanban. All so tender and juicy. The sauce for the chicken nanban is addicting. I need a bottle for home. My second round was the chicken gizzards, baby Scallops and susuru Gohan. All so good! Baby Scallops became my fave and I had to order one more time before leaving. I highly recommended this place! read more

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We arrived shortly after opening and were told the wait would be 45 minutes to an hour. We waited about 50 minutes in total for a table of four, which wasn't too bad considering it was Christmas week. We tried a few different skewers. The short ribs were a bit chewy and not the best, but the chicken hearts, shinkawa, and achilles were good. The okonomiyaki $10 was packed with lots of cabbage. The unagi don $40 had a good amount of eel, and my daughter loved it. The uni ikura don $35 was heavenly, my favorite, but the portion was really small. The chashu gohan was alright, it felt like just pork belly over rice. We also ordered tonkatsu ramen $17 and chicken karaage $11, which my son enjoyed and devoured. The matcha tiramisu came with two teas, which paired very nicely together. Our total was $181 before tipping. We'll be back next time when we're in Florida! read more

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A must-visit for any ramen fan (like me)! I went on a Monday night and it was still an hour and a half wait, but so worth it. Our waitress, Asia, was super nice and helpful, and I loved the decor. Ramen is easily one of my favorite foods, and I was not disappointed here. Tonkotsu is my favorite, and I LOVE when a place has the black garlic oil, so I was ecstatic to see tonkotsu with black garlic oil on the menu. I'd highly recommend adding the black garlic oil whenever you can, because it brings an already amazing dish to the next level. Everything was so good and the portions are huge. It was hard to stop! Even then, you leave feeling feel but not gross. The prices aren't bad at all, especially considering the quality of the food. read more

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Susuru is my favorite ramen shop. Get there early and put your name in for a table, the wait is worth it. The ramen is consistently great. The space is cozy with eclectic, retro Japanese decor that feels fun and lived-in. If you love ramen, this place is a must. read more

Susuru - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Great Japanese food for Japanese bar. This is very typical Japanese bar setup with great atmosphere. Most seat is stool. Many come here to order the cocktails and sake. The place is popular. Wait time is needed during dinner time to get in the restaurant. We start with Tako wasa. This is raw squid in wasabi liquid sauce. This is some unique food I never had before. It good to go with other dish. The second dish is the yuzu street corn. It is cheese grilled corn. It is delicious. The third dish is grilled scallops, short rib and gizzard. The marinated flavor is in there. The fourth dish is Hamachi Kama. This is fried yellowtail cheek. The fish was fried to the bone is crispy. Very interesting. The forth dish is the Achilles yakitori. This chicken Achilles meat. The sixth dish is the Tonkutsu ramen. I feel the chashu meat is very tiny. The broth was make in 12 hour braise. Broth is thick and good. The last dish is the Yaki Onigiri Chazuke. This is a grilled rice bowl top with grilled pork belly. Then the soup is add to the bowl before serving. This is very special dish. Highly recommended. Overall service is good. Food is definitely good. Atmosphere is great like Japan dining. read more

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Sat at the bar, tapas style food. This resturaunt is so yummy, I loved every piece of food I got. Super greats vibes I really do feel like I'm in one of the izakayas in Japan. read more

Susuru - Yuzu street corn - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Great food! Great service! Nice scenery! Enjoyable experience, drove out of the way to try this place and it was worth it.

Haven't stopped thinking about these fries. I've only been once but I'll be back for more trust.

Susuru was the perfect little capstone to my girlfriend and I's date night! Great atmosphere, amazing food, and we even got a little trinket with our drink that we could take home with us to remember and commemorate our night!! The place was such a vibe. As soon as you enter the restaurant you are greeted with a bunch of vintage Japanese decor that draw you in and intrigue you right from the get go. We also enjoyed how they played popular anime music and it definitely helped elevate the fun factor and the experience as a whole! Our server was also great! She was super attentive, explained the menu to us, and even gave us her food recommendations (more on that later). Food was 10/10! It could be a tad pricey but the quality of the food more than justifies the cost! Our favorite dishes had to have been the short rib kushiyaki and the kawa (chicken skin) yakitori that our server recommended for us. The short rib was bursting with flavor and was so mouthwateringly juicy whereas the kawa yakitori had that flavorful crunch to balance...so glad our server recommended that one to us! To top things off, Susuru is super close to nearby hotspots like Disney Springs which makes it extremely easily to fit it into your plans for the day (which is what my girlfriend and I did last minute haha). Plenty of parking too so no need to worry about that!! Our experience at Susuru was memorable and left us wanting more! The food was beyond amazing, the vibes were immaculate, and we genuinely can't wait to come visit again soon!! read more

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This was my favorite spot on my trip to Orlando! The inside is decorated just like a Japanese izakaya with lots of Japanese paraphernalia, which made me feel like I was back in Japan. Everything we got on the menu was delicious! I wish I had a bigger stomach so I could've tried more. I love Yuzu, so my favorites were the yuzu street corn and the tori paitan. The servers were very attentive, especially with all the water I was drinking. Next time I'm in Orlando, I'll be back! read more

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This is a great place to have authentic Japanese street food. The restaurant feels like a street vibe grunge feel. It's very cool. The staff are awesome and laid back. The food was so tasty and fresh! Very unique place. read more

Went with my partner amazing food amazing ambiance and the prices were great for all the food we got amazing server as well super attentive! read more

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The chicken skewers were amazing The environment was awesome. If you sit at the bar, you get to watch them cook the food so organized. It's like a little show within the restaurant read more

Susuru - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Went for dinner on a Friday night after a friend's recommendation to try this izakaya. Beer choices were off the chain. The IPA was great. The ramen had delicious slices of chicken breast. The Murdock root was thinly sliced and seasoned. It was a nice touch to the ramen bowl. The bartender took care of us and did a great job explaining dishes and making suggestions. read more

Susuru - Japanese IPA beer - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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I actually really like Susuru, I know it gets compared to its "better" sister restaurant Juju but I prefer Susuru's hours and variety on the menu! This is a Japanese izakaya with small plates meant to be shared. I've tried most of the menu but my standouts are: -- hamachi kama (takes the kitchen a long time to make but it comes piping hot and delicious) -- uni ikura don -- okonomiyaki (though it was a bitttt heavy on the mayo) -- scallop skewers -- the fries (so perfectly crispy and easy to be shared) I honestly think most of the skewers are just okay, nothing really stands out to me for meat quality. The chicken cartilage skewer was like 85% meat, so that was disappointing because I was expecting some crunch. The tako wasa was just okay for me too, a bit too much wasabi (almost overpowering) and not enough octopus. It was served on its own and not with any seaweed or accompaniment. Since the dishes are small, expect to order a lot to satisfy your table. I would say the total probably comes out to about $40-$50 per person, not including drinks. The cocktails, by the way, are super cute and come with little figurines or keepsakes you can take home. On busier nights, I think the kitchen can have trouble keeping up. So expect a longer dinner if you've ordered many items for your table. read more

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The ambience is really fun here and really resembled an old school Japanese izakaya. Truthfully that's what attracted me to this place, but the food itself was disappointing. The best things here were the beef tongue skewers and the okonomiyaki, which were both cooked well and seasoned perfectly. The other dishes we ordered, such as the chicken meatball, pork skewers, and the wagyu rice bowl were all disappointing. They were barely seasoned and had the wrong textures. Service was nice but they forgot some of the food and had to refire. I would not return, nor can I recommend. read more

Give yourself at least an hour. There is always a wait. Wouldn't come here if you're not patient. Rough spot for me after spending all day at an amusement park. We'll see how the food is. Hopefully it lives up to its reviews. 7:20 check in, sat at our table at 8:45 fyi. Updated this after the meal. Soooooo, well worth the wait. Great service and amazing food. Just get here early and know what you're up against. This is a local favorite with a big following. They really don't need or care about reviews given that they have already staked their claim. FYI I would avoid the weekends unless you really need your fix. read more

Overall: Great ambiance, fast service, decent food and drinks, but it was pricey: Ambiance: They make good use of the space. I definitely like the wood and decor. Service: We were sat quickly. Food came out quickly. Drinks: Both drinks were great! They didn't have the mugs they came in which was disappointing. Food: Mentaiko Fries - a good amount! I like crunch but it was too heavy on the mayo. The mayo had no spice to it at all. I wouldn't order this again just bc the mayo was not great. A5 Wagyu: After going to Japan nothing compares, it was good but not enough pieces for the price. If you were by yourself. I think this plus another app would be enough. Paitan Chicken Ramen: I actually really like this! I wish they had other nonpork options though. I recommend this! read more

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Susuru is a popular izakaya in Orlando, Florida with vintage playful decor and the 80s vibes that instantly teleports you to Japan. This is our first and also favorite meal in this trip. My stomach can't stop but growl relooking the food we got. The location is convenient and not too far from Disney World. ＊Susuru Gohan w. Pork* A small bowl of rice topped with soy marinated raw egg yolk, onion, diced braised pork. The rice is drizzled with sweet soy sauce and remember to mix the runny yolk with it. It comes with a perfect small portion that it won't fill you up too much, so you have more room for other food. ＊Mentaiko Fries** We asked for extra mentaiko mayo and it was a $1 well spent. Excellent side to snack on and pair with beer. ＊Tako Wasa*** Unexpectedly this is my favorite! The raw octopus is soaked in wasabi sauce. Very tender and slippery in texture. ＊Hiyayakko Tofu Cold tofu coated with dashi soy sauce, minced ginger and crispy sakura shrimps. Light and delightful treat. ＊Yakitori - Beef Tongue, Short Ribs, Tsukune Beef tongue is well seasoned and tender, while the short ribs are just okay. Tsukune is a chicken meatball skewer. We picked miso pesto and garlic mayo for the sauce but nothing impressive. I should have asked for raw egg instead for the most authentic experience. ＊Chicken Karaage Skippable. The karaage is dry, lacking the juiciness we expected. I also disliked the thick fried batter. Gave up the whole dish after first few bites. read more

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Dining at Sasuru has become a must four-year tradition for us whenever we're in Orlando or after a day at the theme park! Like many restaurants near Disney, this place stays open late, and I always feel at home as soon as I walk in (if you're Asian and Millennial, you know what I'm talking about LOL) The food is fantastic, especially if you know what to order. We always ALWAYS enjoy their delicious yakitori and Kushiyaki selection, as well as the grilled mackerel and salmon. The ramens and ochazuke are decent, but not outstanding. The Mentaiko Fries and Salmon Tataki are also great and be sure to save room for the matcha tiramisu - it's a must-try! Be prepared for a long queue:) read more

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My review of Susure was during a Yelp elite event back in 2020 during the Covid quarantine. Since then I've moved to NC and came to Orlando for business. I had the opportunity to do a solo dine at Susuru while in town and I had to write another review. I was blown away. I always knew they were good, but I had such a great experience, from the service, ambience, and meal. I got the Chicken Karaage, Susuru Mini Gohan and the French fries. Everything came out so fast that I couldn't figure out what I wanted to start with. The Chicken Karaage is hands down the best Chicken Karaage I've had in my life. Crispy, warm, the right amount of citrusy and the sauce was an added treat. The mini bowl was equally delicious and I highly recommend it for anyone wanting a small plate. From a service perspective, I got my fries to go, while my server Dennis was getting a box, I figured I'd ask for some extra sauce. As I'm thinking it, he had already begun to get me an extra ramekin of sauce. He was on top of it. If you have some time to make it out to Susuru. Don't pass it up. read more

Susuru - Decor - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Cute, vintage vibe inside. Made me feel like I was in Japan. Service was great, and we only had to wait 10 mins for a table. I have been wanting to try this place for awhile, so as you can see from the pics, we tried quite a few things. My gf and I felt the food was good, but nothing stood out as amazing. Overall, we had a good experience but the food could've had more flavor. My favorite thing I tried was the gyoza's. read more

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I have always wanted to come here and I finally made it! This place looks so cool on the inside, very retro old school Japanese vibes. The service here was quick and our server was very nice. If you are unfamiliar with Japanese food or the Japanese names for food items the menu could be a little overwhelming. I encourage you to try new things or just ask the staff, everything here was so good I don't think you could go wrong. We tried so many things and loved everything. The Karaage was perfectly crispy and delicious. The noodles in the ramen were amazing! So was the broth. The pork belly skewer just melts in your mouth. I cannot recommend this place enough. It's so good and you can tell they put care into preparing every dish. I cannot wait to come back here and try the rest of the menu! read more

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This place was so awesome. What a great experience. The food was awesome. The food was so unique and I feel like I got a great taste of authorize Japanese street food. The staff was super cool and very attentive. The restaurant had a really cool vibe to it. I highly recommend people try this place out. read more

I really enjoyed this place !! Walking in I loved the decoration and the different cultural toys they had on the wall and the banners. It's also a good place to meet for friends or if you just wanna grab a bite for lunch or dinner !! The service was amazing our server he was very kind and helpful and even gave us some tips and tricks ! He even went above and beyond with dessert and gave us ice cream we wanted to try with our matcha tiramisu!! That was the BOMB it was so amazing we scrapped the bottom !! And I got the tonkostu ramen and it tasted great I loved the flavor of it and how it just warmed you right up. For appetizers we got the ahi tuna? If that's what it was and it was really good and it had this intriguing taste I'd never tasted before which made it all the more adventurous. I also had the gyoza and it was completely different than what I would've expected but it made my night. It was warm, crisp, and delicious. I recommend this place and I believe you should check it out !! It is one of the good ramen places in this area read more

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This was my first time at Susuru, and I enjoyed the laid-back atmosphere and ample seating, though the wooden stools weren't the most comfortable for a long stay. The steak skewer was the standout dish, and we also ordered ramen since it was a chilly night. The takoyaki was a nice touch, especially since the restaurant was celebrating its 60th anniversary and our server offered complimentary samples. While the food was enjoyable, the prices felt a bit high for such a casual spot--for example, an order of fries was $10. Overall, it was a decent experience, but I'm not sure I'd return. read more

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We started off the crispy rice in chicken broth which I don't think is on the menu 6.5/10. It was nice crispy rice but at the end of the day still just rice and the broth was light. This is more of a personal thing as I'm sure crispy rice lovers have something to say. The my kewpie was full of flavor, fun and definitely sweet but worth it 8.6/10. The Godzilla had a little more balance of flavor and great yuzu flavor 8.8/10. The wagyu was 10/10. I wish I could go back and eat it over and over. I know the richness is supposed to be overwhelming but they bring you a variety of salts and other items and if I was not limited by my wallet I would eat this constantly. One of the few times I will ever say to spend more than $40 on any food item. We also had the tonkatsu, it was great but I forgot the pic, my mind was blown from the Wagyu, the service, the music, all the above. You will get friendly staff, visits from the chef, insightful and careful recommendations and if you're an anime lover this spot was truly meant for you! read more

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I can't say enough wonderful things about Susuru - this place has become my go-to sanctuary after a long day at work, especially when I'm missing the vibrant flavors and atmosphere of Japan. The moment you step inside, you're transported to a retro izakaya that captures the essence of Japanese street food culture, from the nostalgic decor to the energy in the air. There's a reason why people line up before the doors even open. If you want to beat the rush, I highly recommend arriving at least 15 minutes early. It's absolutely worth it. Whether you're a lover of Japanese cuisine or just looking for a fun, flavorful night out, Susuru delivers every single time. read more

Susuru - Salmon, rice, fish eggs, sea weed. - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Pros: Really striking appearance. Really reminds me of when I lived in Japan as a kid. Lots of fun things to look around at. Service was good. Very friendly people quick to make delicious recommendations. Food was bonkers good. Leave it to a Japanese place to be able to make the mushroom skewer more delicious than one of the chicken ones. Great drink menu. Just a great place. Cons: Absolutely no cons. Be prepared for a wait, though. They do not take reservations. Tips: Don't worry about over-ordering. Everything comes in smaller portion size, letting you get more things. If you've never had okonomiyaki before, get it from here. It's such a great, fun little dish. Order all the skewers! Even the ones that don't sound appealing to you. Best chicken knee cartilage I've had in my whole life. read more

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Came twice during the holiday month and enjoyed both times! When it gets busy, the wait can definitely be a while so just be prepared. Both times I sat at the bar to help cut down the wait times lol. The ramen is good, tofu is refreshing, karage is salty (not in a bad way) and crispy, susuru gohan is simple but delish. Have also tried one of the skewers (eh, I'd prob spend my money on something else but I've heard others really like it). The okonomiyaki is good and a little bit different than traditional okonomiyakis I've had in the past. Ambiance is fun inside, making you feel like you're in Tokyo or something (at least it did for me lol). Their cocktails seem fun, can't wait to try it next time I visit! read more

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Loved this dinner. We had the soup dumplings and a number of other dumplings. We also had the hand cut stir fry. Super good! The inside is nice, but there was a super loud group behind us. Nothing you can do out that though. The service was good, but a little slow. I don't live here, but if I did I would be here all the time. read more

This place is amazing. It's styled like a Japanese izakaya, or bar, and after visiting Japan in March of this year, it wasn't far from the real deal! The bar, the silliness, the uncomfortable seats, the small portions. It was very Japan. I didn't know that at the time, but I certainly know now. As for the service, the guy was really nice. Very attentive. Service has to be good at a place like this where the point is to order a few items at a time. No complaints. They have a bunch of sakes to choose from, as well as a bunch of non-alcoholic options. I had a milk tea and a fruit juice soda thing. I'm not sure, but everything we drank tasted very good. Then, the food. We ordered a bunch of things and shared, as it should be in a place like this. We got the Chicken Karaage (Japanese fried chicken, lemon, salt w/side yuzu mayo), the Susuru Gohan mini bowl (soy cured organic raw egg yolk, sweet aged soy, onion, Japanese seasoning, steamed rice), the Okonomiyaki (cabbage, Kewpie mayo, beni shoga, bonito, scallions, okonomi sauce), a slew of Yakitori skewers, and the main event, the Hamachi Kama (yellowtail collar, ponzu, lemon). Karaage was superb. Crispy, juicy, just enough salt to really enhance that wonderful chicken thigh flavor, and a nice, tangy acidic mayo for dipping. Really the best karaage I've had in town. Mini bowl was wonderful. I feel like you get a lot of massive rice bowls in this country, just way too much. But this was a perfect little portion, fun for sharing, and you can get in, get out, and move onto the next dish. Intense yolk, just a dash of seasoning, simple flavors really singing against the plain but necessary white rice. Yum. Okonomiyaki. This is the best dish you might have never had before. A crisp crisp crisp cabbage pancake, doused with Kewpie and covered with delicious bonito. I can't even describe it. It's just fun and delicious and charred yumminess. Yakitori. Skewers. There's nothing better than getting a whole mess of skewers and sharing them with people. Don't be afraid of any of these. The chicken hearts were delish, the chicken knee cartilage was delish, and the lowkey star of the show might have been the shiitake mushrooms. How do you make mushrooms taste that good?? And then, the Hamachi collar. If you've never had collar before, you're missing out. This thing was So succulent. Ridiculously flakey. Don't bother with lame utensils. Just pick this thing up and go at it like a chicken wing. Overall, wow, I'm so glad I stopped by this place. I tried to get some things for each major category, but I didn't even scratch the surface. I'm gonna have to come back soon and try everything else. read more

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We just happened to stop in to the arcade next to this place and no wonder there was a huge line! We waited just about 1 1/2 hours but it was so worth it! The food and ambience sends you straight to Japan! The host(ess) yell "irashaimaseu" as you are taken to your table. The food is authentic and the beverage options are Japanese/Japanese inspired. We both got ramen and shared a sashimi plate for an appetizer alone with their matcha tiramasu. Sooo good. Epic even! read more

Susuru - Uni - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I always love coming here. This time I opted for all the beef/pork skewers, except for the beef tongue, and the chicken skin and scallop skewers. I also got the Okonomiyaki. Everything was very delicious and the customer service was great! The food came out within 5min too. My favorite was the chicken skin and the pork belly and Okonomiyaki were close second favorites. I can't wait to come back again! read more

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This is probably the best Izakaya style food I've ever had. We ordered a bunch of stuff and it was all absolutely killer! The service staff is knowledgable and friendly and the decor could be best described as Cracker Barrel in Osaka. It is definitely not cheap but it is worth the wait and the price. We'll be back.... maybe tonight ;) read more

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I wanted to have a small night snack, and I decided to try the skewers that Susuru has. I went near to close time, but they were really nice to let me get inside and order. They gave a seat in the bar so I could see how the cooks prepare everything. It was a great view. I tried the hearts, chicken oyster, and baby scallops. All of them were amazing. Need to try more of their menu next time! read more

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There is nothing spectacular about the outside of the restaurant, but you know a place is good when a long line forms before opening hours. It was my first tine visiting the place, I had been told to get there 30mins before it opened because a line would form and I was shocked at how long the line got. Luckily, parking is easy because it's located in a large plaza. Once they opened and as I walked inside, I noticed how its decor resembles a street-Japanese look. Very cute, quirky, and rustic oriented. There also wasn't very many seating for its popularity, which explains the line that forms outside. The staff was very welcoming, friendly, and seemed excited to serve me. They gave me many recommendations and I started with the street corn, beef tongue, and skirt steak. Everything was incredibly delicious and exactly how you would expect it to taste. The beef tongue (first time trying) was a very pleasant surprise. It's a little fatty, but very tender and tastes like beef. As a main course I ordered the Tonkotsu. I'm a big eater, so I'm glad I had appetizers to add to the main course. I felt like there was a perfect balance of pork, ramen, and vegetables and it was very tasty even before adding any sauces or spices. Lastly, I had the matcha tira-masu. I don't have much of a sweet tooth, and this dessert was absolutely perfect. Like most Asian desserts, it was a very mild flavor that satisfied the palate. It was light in texture and came with green tea to enhance the experience. Overall, the experience felt authentic. The food quality was great, portions were satisfying, prices felt reasonable, and it felt like a unique Japanese experience you typically get from other restaurants. I'll definitely be coming back and recommend to anyone wanting to try something new. read more

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