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I stopped by Susuru for a solo dinner and grabbed a seat at the bar. The restaurant was fairly busy, but I was seated in under 15 minutes. Service was great throughout my visit, and the staff were attentive. The Susuru Gohan was fantastic and definitely my favorite dish of the night. It comes with a soy-cured organic raw egg yolk, sweet aged soy, onion, Japanese seasoning, and steamed rice. I added both uni and ikura, and everything paired really well together. I would absolutely order this again! Their drinks and cocktail menu is very extensive and I chose the Ultraman drink, which was great. It's made with Haku vodka, lime juice, cinnamon chai syrup, grenadine, cran-apple, and ginger beer, topped with a dehydrated apple and normally a limited mini Ultraman toy. They were out of the toy when I went, so they offered a $2 discount, which I didn't mind at all. For yakitori, I tried the Hiza Nankotsu (knee cartilage). Their skewers are prepared in-house and grilled over Japanese binchōtan charcoal, then finished with aged tare and served with Susuru citrus salt. The knee cartilage was good and had a nice crunchy texture. I also tried the Mi-So-Hot ramen which comes with pork chashu, a shoyu soft-boiled egg, corn, scallions, chili hair, and spicy miso broth. It was just okay for me. There wasn't anything particularly wrong with it, but nothing really stood out either. With so many other options on the menu, I probably wouldn't order it again. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience at Susuru! The attentive service made solo dining at the bar comfortable, and the Susuru Gohan was easily the highlight of my meal. I'd definitely come back to try more of the menu.
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.
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.
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!
I was super excited when seeing the menu for this place. Such a fun concept focusing on Japanese street food. The ordering process over the phone was different. Expected to be told a pickup time however was told they would call me when it was time to pick up my food. In reading previous reviews wait times can be an hour or up to two sometimes. I was surprised when we received a call about 45 minutes later that our food was ready. All in all the execution was just ok. Maybe this is a restaurant better suited for dining in. The street corn was sweet and pretty tasty. My ramen was forgettable. Hate to say it but would not order it again. I also tried the chargrilled mushrooms, pretty flavorless. Also, boba and specialty drinks are for dining only. Bummer. I like the concept here and so many others can't be wrong with their five-star reviews. As mentioned I just think this restaurant is better for dining in. read more
3 years ago
The food is delicious and the service is amazing. The price is reasonable. The skewers are perfectly seasoned and taste super delicious with white rice. The ramen tasted full of flavor and perfect to the taste. The atmosphere is chill and love their music choices. However, just be careful coming later in the night since their food does get sold out. read more
8 years ago
It's been a week since I had real Asian food back in SoCal, so the cravings were definitely real! Passed by this place the other night and found the interior decor to be really intriguing. Love the retro feel with the old school touches with the Astroboy era toys. The order: :: Mini Chashu Bowl - good but small - would def recommend adding either the meat or the uni! :: Mentaiko Fries - full of mentaiko flavor! gets a little salty but it's expected :: Tonkotsu Ramen - this was okay, the broth isn't like your traditional tonkotsu since it tasted a lot lighter :: Chicken Gizzard & Heart Skewers - pretty good, make sure to dab a little of the salt/seasoning sprinkles! :: Matcha Tiramisu - definitely the favorite of the night! bitter and sweet at all the right levels. perfect way to end the night Service was really friendly, especially when you walk in, you get the whole IRRASHAIMASE welcoming greeting from all their staff in complete unison! Overall a pretty cool/fun atmosphere to be in. read more
2 years ago
This is my favorite place to eat when we visit Orlando. Everything is delicious. I do think my husband and I have cracked the code on the perfect order, but my top recommendation is the truffle sesame tuna. I am constantly craving the sauce it comes with. I wish I could have it every day! 10/10, truly the best-all-around restaurant in town, Susuru I wish you infinite success read more
Love the attention to detail! I've never been to Japan before but something tells me this place is pretty legit. As evidence by the loud iRASSHAIMASE the entire staff shouts when you are being seated at your table and the endless amount of retro Japanese memorabilia on display. We came right when they opened so we didn't have to wait but the place filled up quickly after we got seated. The Yuzu Sour was refreshing. I'd skip on the radish salad - it's gorgeous to look at but it didn't have much flavor. The skewers were really tasty and came out hot. We didn't try the ramen, but I suggest ordering it if you are really hungry or you will end up spending $65+ for 2 people like we did lol The service was excellent. The Hamachi Kama was THE BEST I've had in orlando- I'd definitely order that again. The matcha tiramisu was rich and creamy with just the right about of matcha for my taste. I think Susuru is really unique. I see it as a cute date night spot or somewhere to take out of town guests for a playful and fun dinner out. read more
Susuru is one of our favorite places to go when we're at a nearby barcade. From the moment you walk in the door, you are transported to another place (specifically, a retro-themed Japanese bar). Imported toys line the walls of the waiting area, and the entire restaurant is designed with immersion in mind. The dining area has an open floor plan, with rows of paper lanterns overhead. We have been here at least half a dozen times by now, and have tried several things on the menu. Portions are small, think tapas-sized, so you are able to try several things on the menu in a single visit. My personal favorites are the Susuru Chashu Gohan (braised pork belly mini rice bowl) and the kushiyaki (skewers--several options available), both of which we get almost every time we go. They also have a bar with several cocktail style drinks. I've had their "Godzilla" drink, which comes with a miniature Godzilla toy hugging either the straw or the rim of the glass. It is quite tasty, but bar service has been incredibly slow every time we go and the drink prices are a little steep, so we don't order drinks very often. Well, that, and we're usually going to the barcade next door, so it's not as big of a deal to skip it here for us. All in all, this is a GREAT spot for good food and good drinks. read more
Susuru was a real joy to discover, standing out out in a sea of predictable Disney restaurant options. The pure joy of the interior, filled with authentic Japanese collectibles and spare wooden tables and benches is matched by the delicious food options. The yaki onigiri chizuke and the hamachi kama were far and away the most delicious items. The two of those in a meal would be heaven for me, if maybe sodium hell for my blood pressure. Highly recommended to throw a wrench in the same old stuff in Orlando area. read more
Greeted with super fun decor but it's just decor and not for sale. Old Japanese knick knacks and toys to entertain you while you wait for your table and it will be a wait because this place is popular: Service was excellent and most of our food choices were really good - similar to the food you would find in a Izakaya in Japan. Standouts include the Hamachi Kama, the Hiyayakko (Tofu), the Mentaiko Fries and the Yani Onigiri. Some of the skewers however could have used more flavor and were a bit disappointing. Great addition to the Orlando food scene and we will be back with friends to show off our own local Izakaya. read more
4 years ago
Love the atmosphere and aesthetic of the place. Vintage, vibrant, energy from the people instead of a fancy place. You can come here, have fun, enjoy the food with good people. TLDR: Line up early if on the weekend and/or there's an event in town. I arrived 10 minutes before opening; already a line outside and by the time the last person was given a wait time, it was an over-2-hour estimate. If you're alone, ask for bar seating. May move quicker. Recommend the yaki onigiri chazuke, hiyayakko tofu, tsukune/meatball yakitori, and chicken thigh w/scallion yakitori. Fries if you really want an extra thing on the side (shareable bowl). Before the nitty gritty, I'll say I really wanted to treat myself without considering the price. I over-ordered, it was expensive for one person, but I still enjoyed it thoroughly and had plenty of leftovers. My goal was to explore and indulge. Mission accomplished. Godzilla cocktail: Tart and refreshing, especially for someone who doesn't like alcohol. The citrus flavor helps. Seems like all this time, maybe I just needed yuzu sochu to enjoy alcohol. Hiyayakko tofu: Honestly one of the best dishes. Appetizer, maybe 4-6 bites with the spoon. The strong savory-sweetness of the sauce goes great with plain silken tofu. Contrast and balance. Shrimp were a nice touch. A surprisingly refreshing dish. Saba shioyaki: It's wonderful if you like mackerel, which is an oily fish. Therefore it has a strong flavor and can feel heavy the more you eat. I love it. It's meaty. Scrape along the meat for thin bones; that's just the nature of eating fish. We Asians serve things whole. Tori senbei: Chicken thigh pieces flattened and fried. The yuzu guacamole is amazing because citrus always elevates guac. Personally thought the chicken was too tough, but I also ate most of it later in the meal when it was cold. Mentaiko fries: Fish roe Mayo sauce drizzled over fries with nori seaweed. Just generally a great combo of ingredients, even if it's not the best item I got. It was still good. Wagyu: Market price and they're served by ounces. I think there was a choice of 3, 5, and 8oz when I went? Might've been up to 10oz. (Pictured is 3oz for about $40 or so.) Wasabi and meat was a new and wonderful flavor combination. It is American beef however, so it's really just like a rare steak. I've cooked filet mignons and ribeyes at home (on sale at the grocery store for about $10) that were much more tender than this. NOT worth it but I was greedy and treating myself for the weekend. I don't even think this is really a criticism of the izakaya, more so of the American meat industry claiming Wagyu beef when it's not. The charred Brussels sprouts underneath were actually really great. Skewers: I love pork belly, it is oily, but it's a sacrifice I'm willing to make. A little bit tough on the outside for my taste, but still pretty good. Scallops were ok, nice grilled flavor and some sweetness; best to eat immediately. Chicken skin is good if you eat it immediately; it gets chewy when it's cold. Hearts were something I wanted to try, surprisingly neat discovery. Flavor's ok, not really gamey as I expected, and the texture is a bit... springy? It's got some bite to it, but I actually liked it. (I think it's similar to how people like cartilage for its crunch.) Inner thigh with scallions was one of the best things I ordered. Juicy, scallions were a refreshing veggie from meat. Breast - again, wasabi was interesting, but the breast was too dry for me. I generally don't like chicken breast anyway but wanted to give it a try while I was there. Tsukune yakitori: A delightful surprise. It has an unexpected sweetness. The meatball is so juicy and soft. The miso pesto was neat too. Sauce choices are on the menu. It's also huge, it's like a mini club. Okonomiyaki: It was ok. I think it's made tall/thick for the novelty of it and therefore it struck me as having an uncooked battery center. But as leftovers the next morning, it was pretty good to have around. Comes with a small flattop spatula in case you're cutting it into serving portions onto your small plate. Yaki onigiri chazuke: By far my favorite dish. The broth is savory, salty, and warms you up. I love the roasted rice/grain aroma. I also love fish roe, so on top of the mentaiko I added the salmon eggs for an additional price. Would've added sea urchin/uni but they were out. The rice, as per its name, is grilled so it has a charred surface and it was lovely to break apart into the broth every scoop. It came early in my meal and I really wanted to order another, but then the rest of my food arrived and there was no way I could've finished a second bowl. Even with criticisms, I had a good time and a great feast. Bonus: The woman next to me ordered the susuru gohan with an extra egg yolk. She loved it. I'll have to try it if I'm ever back here. read more
4 years ago
We went on a busy Friday night and there was a crowd of people waiting for a table outside. Our estimated wait time was 3 hours but they texted us to seat closer to 2 hours. The food came out pretty quickly after we ordered and service was great! Our ranking of items ordered: 1. Okonomiyaki 2. Mentaiko Fries 3. Bacon mochi 4. Susuru Gohan 5. Tebasaki 6. Short ribs Overall, we had a great experience and would recommend going early to avoid long wait times. All of the food was great, but the best find of the night might've been the yuzu soda which we hunted for at the grocery store the next day for more! read more
After seeing photos on Yelp, I was super excited to go to Susuru. Unfortunately, all the photos on Yelp were of menu items that were not available. Bummer. The food we ended up getting was all right but didn't taste amazing. What really irked me was that our server told us that the restaurant was out of the matcha tiramisu, and that they wouldn't be making any more that night. When we left I saw them making more. :/ Would have loved to try it. read more
8 years ago
This was one of my favorite restaurants during my visit to Orlando! Everyone was super friendly and provided the best customer service. My friends and I ordered a couple of drinks and they were all delicious and unique. I ordered the mi-so-hot ramen which blew my mind. The broth was thick, creamy, and flavorful. The pork chasu was perfect amount of meat to fat ratio. The rice bowls were one of my favorites!! It just blended so well together. I definitely recommend adding uni to the rice bowl too. I am really addicted to the sauce they drizzle over the fries! I asked for a side of it, which complimented the skewers and street corn perfectly. The pricing for the skewers was a little pricy in my opinion compared to what I could get in Texas. However, being in Orlando, where thousands of tourists visit for the parks, the pricing is still reasonable. read more
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Great place for Japanese skewers. The ramen is a miss though so only come here for skewers and dessert. Crazy lines no call ahead wait/reservations. Arrived 15min before opening and still had to wait 30~ min to get seated. Skewers 5/5 - all really good can't go wrong Tonkotsu ramen 3/5 - oddly the egg, bamboo shoots, etc were very sweet like soaked in sugar. Would not recommend unless really hungry Matcha tiramisu 5/5 - would come here again just for this. Nice creamy texture with warm tea to complement. read more
4 years ago
I've moved to Orlando 5 months ago and I've already eaten at this place 4 times. I've taken family and friends here and it never disappoints. read more
I really enjoyed the decor and atmosphere here. The waiters/waitresses were very nice and welcoming and the restaurant is filled with vintage Japanese posters and decorations which is very cool just to come to see. Now for the food: My favorite items are the Susuru Chasu Gohan Mini Bowl and the yakitori chicken thigh skewer 10/10. The Gohan bowl was super tasty. Each bite was an explosion of packed goodness from the rice, egg, ginger and chasu fusing into a heavenly experience. I don't think i mixed it well enough because the bottom part of the bowl lacked flavor but overall still a great dish. My only complaint for the Gohan bowl was the pork belly still had some thick hair that weren't plucked on a couple pieces so I had to throw those away (hate wasting food) D; The yakitori chicken thigh just had very good smoky flavor. Simple and delicious. Same goes with the pork belly. The less memorable dishes were the beef skewer and the okonomiyaki. Okonomiyaki just had too much ginger so the entire time I felt like I was eating a ginger salad. Very pretty and aesthetic but probably wouldn't get again. Overall, great and unique restaurant. Would love to come back again. read more
We were staying right across from this restaurant and we wanted a late-night snack! They were closing in 30 minutes and we were afraid that we wouldn't be able to get a table but they were so nice and placed our order! Right when you enter, it had such retro-vibes and everyone welcomed us. We ordered the okonomiyaki, momo yakitori, short rib and pork belly kushiyaki, and chashu gohan. The okonomiyaki had a lot of ginger slices so I did not enjoy it that much. The momo yakitori was so delicious! I highly recommend it. When you take the first bite of the chashu gohan, it was filled with such flavor. But by the end or bottom of the bowl, it was mainly rice so probably best if you mixed everything together if you want. I would like to go back and try their matcha tea dessert and their ramen! I recommend this unique Japanese restaurant :) read more
Great service and cool place. After the first visit, the tonkotsu ramen made me want to come back again, and I tried the mi-so hot, which was not really spicy, for the second time. The mini bowl rice was simple, but it was very good. The overall environment was pretty nice, including the restroom. The tips suggestions on the check are after tax, and their suggestions are from 18% - 40%, which I had never seen in other restaurants. read more
3 years ago
Each item was tasty and filling. The chicken thighs were juicy and flavorful. The ramen broth was rich and hearty. The price was extremely reasonable. We waited an hour to get seated but it was worth the wait. The hostess and the waitress was kind and friendly. The music was the perfect level. The decor was inviting and nostalgic. I will definitely be back. read more
3 years ago
We ordered the chicken karaage, tempura mushrooms tonkatsu ramen and gohan rice bowl. None of the dishes had enough salt and tasted very bland. Drink was pretty good, I got the kiwi cocktail. I don't get the hype for this place, it had an interesting ambience but the food was a huge disappointment for me. read more
2 years ago
3 years ago
Found this place that serves good quality food. Like they say "what you pay is what you get" you will not be disappointed. I recommend the bar seating with quick service no wait time. read more
3 years ago
From the moment I walked in we loved all the decorations and ambience in the room we got seated very quickly and got to ordering in no time. For the table we ordered the okunomiyaki, skewers, and fries. I personally got their ramen that had an amazing broth and flavor as well as all the other food was cooked to order and although it took a bit to arrive everything was still delicious. To top it off we ordered the tiramisu and were offered with green tea. The matcha tiramisu was soft and airy and balanced out the sweetness perfectly combined with their green tea I would come back again just for these two. read more
4 years ago
Amazing! Stopped off here to avoid traffic getting into downtown and this was the best ramen we've ever had. The service was great the drinks were amazing and everything we tried super tasty. Glad we stopped in, we will be back! read more
6 years ago
Came here to try out yakitori since it's quite uncommon from my home, Silicon Valley. Yakitori is common among street vendors in japan. I was really hoping to find takoyaki too but this place didn't have it. The ramen was interesting because the broth was made much thicker than traditional ramen. It wasn't bad but it was definitely a heavier soup. The miso hot ramen was very flavorful with the perfect amount of spice for my taste. Egg cooked beautifully but the chashu was distributed more on the frugal side. The short rib kushiyaki was a perfect medium rare with plenty of flavor. I thought the outside was a bit more chewy and inconsistent in texture. The chicken was cooked great with an incredibly tender bite to it. The pork belly was good too. Between the three, the chicken thigh and tsukune were the most delicious. The portion for these skewers are three pieces per order such that it can be shared tapas style. This restaurant reminded me of a Bay Area boba shop in terms of layout, mostly for small to medium sized parties to hang out while enjoying different things on the menu. For a casual night, I can see myself trying more of their drink menu and eating yakitori all night. As for this particular visit, I had tried the Godzilla, which was a bit more on the tart side. Their take on a Japanese style Moscow mule (Astro mule) was delicious. The Yuzu sour is what you can expect from a sour drink but of the 3, the Astro mule was more enjoyable with this type of savory read more
4 years ago
The highlight of my recent trip to Orlando. It's tapa style so think smaller portions to share. Upon arrival, you'll see all kinds of quirky-kitschy Japanese tchotchkes, the wait time can be long around an hour because it's quite popular. I noticed they had Natto and I've been curious to try it for a while, it's pretty good...smokey and earthy. Our server was thoughtful, helpful, and friendly...he helped create a wonderful dining experience. It's worth visiting. read more
Susuru is a Japanese tapas (izakaya) restaurant near Disney Springs. The interior is detailed with vintage Japanese toys, games, and decor. The hosts and kitchen staff greets everyone when get seated at the restaurant. I ordered the Saba Shioyaki which is their grilled mackerel which was season really nicely and delicious. I also ordered their skewer specifically the short ribs, it was dry and lukewarm. I also had their fried oysters which was delicious with the sauce. They had many creative cocktails and sake. Overall the service was great and the food was pretty good, since it's tapas make sure to order at least 2 dishes. I would recommend making reservations, my friend and I went spontaneously on a Saturday night and there was an 1.5-2hours wait but luckily the bar had space so we waited about 20mins. I would also recommend early to find parking. There's a bunch of restaurants and limited parking. I would definitely come back and try their other food. read more
Our quest for a good bowl of ramen brought us to Susuru and it did not disappoint. This is a cute restaurant in a large plaza that has other restaurants right down the street from Disney. It has a Japanese retro decor and extremely friendly staff. You can even sit at the bar and watch your food being prepared. The ramen- excellent! We both had the tonkotsu ramen and it was very good. They also have a chicken ramen and a spicy one that we will have to come back and try. The broth was very rich (give it a good stir first or the last few spoonfuls on the bottom will he too rich), the marinated egg was awesome and the real kicker was the bamboo shoots. Normally bamboo shoots are bland and kind of an afterthought. These ones must be marinated. They had so much flavor and were tender and delicious. The chicken gyoza was tender with a nice crisp and lots of garlic/ginger flavor. The only thing we weren't a fan of was the "beef short rib". It wasn't bad but it wasn't what we were expecting. It was essentially chunks of grilled beef. We thought it would be like a slow roasted short rib. We will definitely be back! read more
5 years ago
I am updating my review from 4 stars to 5 after visiting now 5x. The food is incredible and consistently flavorful with great service. I've brought several friends here that won't stop talking about the food and decor. If you're coming on the weekend, they open at 5:30 and there is usually a line of people waiting. Get there early! Check out the pub next door while you wait. read more
4 years ago
4 years ago
The perfect mix of casual cool Japanese ambiance and delicious food! The wait was worth it! Excellent service and unique dishes beautifully served! I want to come back and try everything on the menu!Today we had: Chicken Meatball, Chicken Ramen, Egg Yolk Rice, Natto Lotus Chips, Short Rib Skewers, Skirt Steak, Pork Belly Yakitori -- YUMMY!! read more
This place looked so cool from the pictures everyone posted. The atmosphere didn't disappoint. You actually feel like you're not in Orlando. The food and wait time was a different story. My ramen looked pretty but flavor was weak and noodles didn't have a great texture. The other items my family ordered were okay but nothing special (see photos of what they ordered). The worst part was the wait. It took 40 minutes before they would bring out the entree (we were there on a Sunday night before 6:00pm) but it wasn't even everyone's entree. It was 2 out of 4, then another 10 minutes later came, and another 15 minutes later. It was just awkward and not a good way for a restaurant to serve food. Go for the experience but there's better Japanese food and service out there from the wide variety of selection Orlando has to offer. read more
4 years ago
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8548 Palm Pkwy
Orlando, FL 32836
International Drive / I-Drive, Horizons West / West Orlando
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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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