The spicy tuna roll and oysters were amazing. We followed that with the crab fried rice, intending to save some for our entrée, but it was so good we ended up eating almost all of it before the main courses arrived -- like potato chips, impossible to stop. The bulgogi was fantastic -- a little messy to eat, but absolutely worth it. The lettuce leaves provided were on the small side, making it difficult to load them with both rice and meat, but the flavor more than made up for it. My wife ordered the fish and enjoyed it very much. Keep room for the ice cream rolls, an extra special treat to finish the dinner. Our server was friendly, attentive, and provided good service throughout the meal. If you choose to dine outside, the beach view is beautiful, but be prepared for some wind -- at one point it literally blew my lettuce leaves off the table. One note on parking: valet is $60 if you want your car kept up front, which is the highest valet charge we've experienced. Restaurant validation reduces parking to $17, which is a much better option. Overall, a very enjoyable dining experience with excellent food, beautiful scenery, and service that would bring us back again. read more

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One of the best meals we have had in Ft Lauderdale. We reserved an outside table with a view of the ocean. I thought no one would be there on a Monday night, but it got packed - make reservations! Vinny, our server, was great. We had the: - Duck bao bun - watch out for the red hot peppers - Waygu gyoza - Crispy ahi - Ahi tuna tartar - fresh, tasty, velvety - our favorite - Seaweed salad - Hamachi (tuna, salmon) with rice and seweed - Sushi ice cream - Rice Krispy wrapped vanilla ice cream (like a sushi rolls) with chocolate dipping sauce and berries Located in the area of the Conrad but across the circle from it. read more

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Really cool sushi spot- nice vibe and if you can sit outside, it's fantastic. Cocktails are good- maybe slightly on the sweet side, but still tasty drinks. Tried the Golden Bee and the Takato Smash. I think I liked the Takato Smash more. Tried a bunch of appetizers, the shrimp tempura was nice and crispy and salty. The bao buns- the buns themselves were soft and fluffy, duck tender and came apart very nicely. Rolls were great, sashimi tasted fresh, the lamb chops were cooked very well. Lobster udon- noodles were nice and chewy. Shared a shaved ice dessert- I forgot what it was called but it had frozen shaved milk and some strawberry mochi in the middle. Whatever it was, it was amazing. Service was good. Really the only downside was the obnoxiously loud group sitting next to us. They also threw crap that landed on our sashimi bowl. Can't control everything I guess. Outside of that however, fantastic experience. read more

The service here has been spectacular, the server is very attentive and sweet. Accommodating to any allergies you have explains the menu. read more

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Excellent experience and quality food! I enjoyed my birthday celebration here and I felt incredibly special despite it being on a busy Mother's Day weekend. They handed out roses, gave me a sparkling dessert and the food was fantastic. This is so far my 10/10 spot. I had the braised short rib with veggie fried rice and it was DELICIOUS! I was afraid the short rib would be chewy because it already came sliced but WOW was I surprised. It just melted off my fork. I definitely will be back again read more

TAKATO - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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We sat outside which was nice, but the tables were a bit awkwardly placed. Overall the service was very good and the food came out it's a good speed and in a nice order since they bring the items out once ready in waves. Highlights: the softshell sushi roll was great as were the wagyu dumplings. Lowlights: the lamb was supposed to come out as medium but it was very, very well done. They serve their entrees to the table over a flame dish so it basically just keeps cooking your meat once it is delivered which is just a recipe for disaster as it will naturally overcook it. I also thought the spicy edamame sounded good but the glaze was a bit thick and messy to eat. ...but the sushi ice cream. 100/10! MUST ORDER. read more

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I absolutely love this spot. I took my daughter here for her birthday. We had reservations and were seated immediately. My favorite dish was the Branzino , it was so good, perfectly made, and very fresh. The service was great, and since it was her birthday, they surprised her with a free dessert. The ice cream was amazing , a Rice Krispie treat wrapped in ice cream. When I tell you I literally drooled... it was that good. We sat outside, and the ambience was so nice. The patio faces the Fort Lauderdale beach, which made the experience even better. Definitely a great date-night or special-occasion spot. Highly recommend! read more

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We tried a little bit of everything. To drink, we had the Shikoku Margarita and the Golden Bee, and we started with the Duck Bao Buns. For our entrees, I ordered the Spicy Hotate Maki Roll and the Spicy Yellowtail Roll, and my boyfriend had the Chilean Seabass. The Spicy Hotate Maki was unreal! I had never tried scallop sushi before, and it was such a pleasant surprise. We finished with the Ube Cheesecake for dessert, do it! The service was fast, the drinks were great, and the restaurant itself is lovely with gorgeous beach views and a fantastic atmosphere. We went on a Wednesday night with a reservation, which felt necessary since the place was packed. Everything we ordered was fantastic, and our server, Yujeong, was delightful. We will definitely be back! read more

TAKATO - Ube Cheesecake - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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Best crab fried rice ever.crispy rice Wagu is amazin. Crab and scallop sushi melts in your mouth like butter read more

TAKATO - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

We had an EXCELLENT evening at Takato. All the sushi and bites were superb! The seaweed salad in particular was especially divine; a little bit floral and earthy. The scallop nigiri was also of note. Our server was great as well; he made a number of good recommendations. Overall, a wonderful sushi spot in FLL read more

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I had dinner at Takato a couple of nights ago, and it was absolutely amazing. The restaurant is beautiful inside and has a stunning patio with ocean views, which is where we sat. We started off with some drinks, and I ordered a lychee martini that was incredible. I thoroughly enjoyed it. For appetizers, we had a rice dish topped with salmon--I don't remember the exact name, but it was delicious. Next, we tried the shrimp tempura rolls, which are my favorite type of sushi, and they tasted amazing. The sauce on top added the perfect touch of flavor. We finished with grilled fish that was perfectly seasoned, light, and flavorful. Overall, everything from the food to the atmosphere and service made for such a great dining experience. read more

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Delicious food, welcoming staff, and gorgeous place. I cannot think of a reason why someone would not visit this restaurant during their trip to Fort Lauderdale or the surrounding areas. read more

Food, service, ambience all 5 ! I take my friends and family to this beautiful place for special occasions. I highly recommend this top-notch water-front restaurant to everyone. read more

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The oysters were pretty good, and I enjoyed the topping on them. I can't recall exactly which nigiri pieces I ordered, but they tasted fresh. The nigiri with the uni (pictured) was a burst of different flavors--I expected to love it, but I didn't. I'm not a fan of the texture of the tuna; it tasted mushy. Uni in general isn't my favorite, but I gave it another try and found it had a strange, very fishy aftertaste. The torched salmon nigiri with caviar and truffle was surprisingly underwhelming, especially since I usually love both caviar and fresh truffle. The spare ribs were slightly overdone, though the sauce was tasty. The fried rice was well-flavored--not the best I've had, but it did the job. Service was good; our server was attentive, which left me satisfied. read more

TAKATO - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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Takato is hands down my favorite spot on Fort Lauderdale Beach. The food, the view, the vibes -- everything is on point. The restaurant has its own unique style, and it just feels different (in the best way). The menu has something for everyone -- whether you're into sushi, small plates, or something more filling, you'll find something you love. Everything is super fresh and full of flavor. The service is always great, but Helen takes it to the next level. She really goes out of her way to make your experience special. You can tell she loves what she does, and it shows. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and check this place out. Tell them Dame sent you :) (I'm kidding -- they don't know me like that). read more

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Craved sushi tonight and Takato didn't disappoint. Some of the freshest, cleanest fish and seafood you can get in the area. Great for date night or just because.... Portions are just right. Great ambiance and with it being right across from the beach, it's a great local spot for fine Japanese food! read more

TAKATO - Jasmine tea the right way.... - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

We came here a while back and the main thing that brought me back was the hot stone A5 wagyu. It is a must! We had Vinny as our server and he was fantastic, recommendations were on point! Please order the shrimp fried rice with the A5, we upgraded to 4 ounces for a little bit more and it was so worth it. We also got the branzino which could have used a little salt however the skin was so delicious by itself; very crispy! For something to pick at the spicy edamame were delicious and for dessert you have to get the sushi ice cream, I said I wouldn't order it, but it was one of the best desserts I've ever had! Will def be back for this exact order! One negative: DO NOT order off the specialty drink menu if you don't want a "pre batched" drink, aka juice. For a high end restaurant, this is a no no! read more

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Amazing service and great for an anniversary dinner or group get together! Definitely make sure you make a reservation as the place was packed. We ordered drinks, appetizers and a bunch of different entrées. All recommended by our server and absolutely delicious. The ambience is lively inside, and they also have outdoor seating overlooking the ocean. I liked the fact that the first drink I ordered off of their cocktail menu wasn't that great to my liking so I asked for something different and they got it for me without hesitation. Also, since it was our anniversary on the reservation, they brought out a free dessert for us, which was a nice touch we were not expecting. Can't wait to go back soon read more

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Dined here several times because it was conveniently located at our hotel. Their Short Rib Benedict was to die for. My hubby loved their Churrasco when he had it for dinner. Hardly have photos coz each time we went, we were starving and ate our food right away. Service was great and location was wonderful. read more

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Restaurant has a lovely ambiance. We were able to make it for happy hour so we stayed in the bar area. Waiter was nice and the place just felt a little upscale with pulling out your chair, pouring your water etc. The lychee martini was pretty good. The angry chicken was also pretty good- not very spicy. The duck bao bun was great- the best duck I've had in a while. Totally thought the shrimp tempura was going to be a roll whoops my bad, the sauce saved the day for that dish as it was pretty bland without it. Happy hour was definitely a good deal and a good time. Have to come back for actual sushi rolls. read more

TAKATO - Lychee martini - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

We had a really lovely lunch at Takato. While waiting for our room to be ready, we wanted something light, and this absolutely fit the bill. Very solid and exactly what we were looking for. Highlights: * Hot Hamachi - beyond words * Toro with scallion - WOW * Salmon with avocado - delicious, but exactly what you'd expect * Heirloom tomato salad - soooo good, but heavy on the cilantro (worth noting if that's not your jam) Would happily eat here again if we were looking for "light but satisfying"! read more

Several weeks ago, I went to Fort Lauderdale before my cruise to Cozumel. My friend & I had dinner here the night before our cruise. The ambiance was trendy & vibrant. We ate outside in the warm Floridian night air. I had the chefs sushi special which was gorgeous in presentation & fish was all fresh. I also had the mushroom gyoza which was super savory & tasty. Finally, I had a refreshing citrus cocktail to complement my meal. The food came in record speed which was very cool. read more

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We ordered a lot of food from here since there was 10 of us. Everything on the menu was fire and tasty. They have a variety of dishes that were delicious. My absolute fav was the yellow tail roll, angry chicken, Brussel sprouts, edamame cause the sauce they coat it with was just So YUM and their lobster udon. Just trust me on this one. Great views from outside as well read more

TAKATO - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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5 out of 5! Wow. Just wow. We had the absolute pleasure of dining at Takato and let me just say--this place has officially landed in my Top 5 restaurants of all time! From the moment we sat down, our incredible waitress Yu Yu made us feel so welcome. She was kind, attentive, and full of great recommendations that truly made the night special. We decided to try a little bit of everything based on her suggestions--and she did NOT steer us wrong! Every single bite was perfection: Short rib tacos - a flavor explosion in your mouth! Beef Bulgogi - tender Shrimp fried rice - seasoned to perfection Lamb chops - juicy and perfectly cooked Wagu sliders - rich, savory, and melt-in-your-mouth good Just when we thought it couldn't get better, Yu Yu surprised us with a dessert we were a little nervous about... sushi ice cream. Sounds wild, right? But it was mind-blowingly delicious--a sweet ending to a flawless meal. Take home message: the ambiance, the service, and the flavor explosion in every dish make Takato a true gem. Can't wait to come back! #TakatoMagic #YuYuForPresident read more

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Came here for a friend's birthday dinner and the vibes and the atmosphere were amazing . To start off the service was amazing , our server was super friendly and knowledgeable. The drinks were delicious that's including the lychee martinis, it was so good with fresh lychees . The tacos were best great for sharing and the wagu bao buns were full of flavor . The rice was a bit spicy but it wasn't too bad . read more

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Despite high expectations and enjoying the ambiance, the food at Takato fell short for the price point. I regularly spend $250-600 on special dinners and have extensive dining experience across Asia and the US. This isn't a bash, just pointing out what could elevate these dishes. I'll return to try more. Service: 5/5 Exceptional. Staff was warm and attentive, water glasses stayed full, perfect pacing on food and drinks. Venue: 5/5 Sat inside due to weather. Upscale lighting and layout. Watching the sushi bar hand-craft each piece was a nice touch. Food: 2/5 Spicy Edamame (4/5): Hot, with a nice sweet-spicy coating. Needs salt. Just a sprinkle would create the sweet-spicy-salty contrast this dish is begging for. Easiest fix possible. Oysters (1/5): Complete miss. I've tried oysters from many spots and these really let me down. Ponzu granita, apple pieces, Serrano pepper, plus lime created citrus overload that buried the oyster. The granita's slushy texture killed the simplicity oysters need. Too many competing elements with no clear direction to complement the oysters. There isn't enough contrast between all the elements. My wife and I really looked forward to this dish and it was a shame. Chef's Choice Nigiri (2/5): Biggest letdown. Rice was off. Each piece lacked identity. The fatty tuna was an extreme letdown, same with the other fish. Good nigiri should only need a slight dip in soy sauce, if any. A nigiri platter is the chef's chance to showcase creativity with components that keep you coming back for more, but this spread was a complete letdown. The sake (king salmon), maguro (tuna), and hamachi (yellowtail) were our first three bites and my wife and I looked at each other in disappointment because every bite tasted the same. For the price they're serving this sushi at, there needs to be a revamp on the toppings to make these nigiri unforgettable. I'm confident they could do much better. Didn't get a photo but presentation was at least nice. Spicy Yellowtail (2/5): From a culinary standpoint, this dish lacked identity to set itself apart from regular sushi restaurants. My wife ordered this as the redemption dish and it disappointed. No spicy sauce or component to offset the bland combination of wasabi, rice, spicy yellowtail, and jalapeño. A restaurant of this caliber could provide something so much more creative. This dish is 2 components away from becoming great, and that's 1 too many for $18. Wagyu Gyoza (3/5): Needed a few more seconds of searing for a crispier crust. Quality wagyu was amazing. The problem was the same as the edamame: lack of salt and seasoning. The dipping sauce needs changing. I love the green onion idea in the thin sauce but it didn't take the gyoza to the next level. A touch of sweetness to the sauce and salt/seasoning within the gyoza would take this to another planet. I give this 3/5 because you can't overlook the quality ingredients, but that doesn't excuse lack of flavor. Some may have a minimalist view on wagyu but I've been to many places in Asia and around the states with less quality ingredients that packed more flavor. Sushi Ice Cream (5/5): Complimentary for my birthday, completely unexpected. Very happy for the kind gesture and it boosted morale for my wife and me. Because at the end of the day I'm not trying to bash the business, I want to see it thrive (as it already may be). The rice crispy shell and creamy ice cream complimented by thick chocolate ganache was heavenly. This shows the restaurant can be creative and I was very pleased. My wife and I were so happy. Didn't get a photo of this either. Drinks: 5/5 Easily the best drinks my wife and I have had in a long time. Korean Zombie (5/5): Flavor combo was out of this world. From presentation to flavor, nothing wrong with this drink. Perfect balance of alcohol to citrus. The rum and plum soju completed by grapefruit and lime. Thanks to our waiter who suggested this amazing drink. Fugu Cup (5/5): Walking in, almost every table had the vibrant blue pufferfish glass. Absolute hit and we're here for all the hype. The tequila and watermelon profile blew me away with how fresh it tasted. Usually watermelon juice drinks are way too sweet for me, but I was very pleased with this. Amazing presentation and super creative blend of watermelon, ginger, lime and tequila. Overall: 2/5 I know this seems like a low score but I'm hoping someone in charge reads this. I'm not a know-it-all and I'm sure the restaurant is doing great, but I'm sure some foodies who have traveled far and wide can agree. I'll be coming back to try other dishes and hoping for improvement.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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This was the best meal of our trip. Dragon Roll was fantastic. The Brussels Sprouts were excellent and the steak was out of this world. The service was also great. Definitely recommended. read more

Takato had amazing ambiance, incredible food, and service. My friend brought us here for a girls night out and it was absolutely perfect. There was so much drink and food selection, with something for everyone. I tried the Wagyu beef sashimi with truffle, shrimp tempura roll, kimchi fried rice (which was a bit spicy for me), and the sushi ice cream (Rice Krispies with ice cream and topped with matcha). Our waiter even brought us a round of mixed drinks shots as a thank you which was so sweet. A 20% Service fee is included in the bill as well. read more

TAKATO - Truffle Wagyu beef - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

I saw someone review the kimchi tuna and was sold on trying Takato. It was well worth the visit. The shrimp fried rice was also really good! My service was excellent & the overall vibe is super cute. I loved my experience. Perfect for any occasion! read more

TAKATO - Kimchi Tuna & Shrimp fried rice - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Takato has a lot to offer. The food is delicious, the service is great and the beachfront view is perfection. We had the crispy tuna and the duck bow buns for the appetizer. Both were wonderful. I also ordered the lobster udon, which was a very generous portion and absolutely delicious. For dessert, we shared the sushi ice cream, which is vanilla ice cream wrapped in a rice crispy shell that you can dip into a chocolate sauce. It's a perfect sweet ending to a delicious meal. The restaurant is connected to the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach. There's plenty of parking around and valet available. Highly recommend! read more

TAKATO - Sushi Ice Cream - Japanese Near Me - Fort Lauderdale, Florida

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I have heard such wonderful things about this restaurant and I was happy to finally able to try them out. The server was knowledgeable and friendly. He rounded the table often and that was greatly appreciated. I went here for lunch and sat on the patio and enjoying the view and flavors. I ordered the sashimi and branzino for my entree. I was ecstatic that they were well versed in gluten free options. Gluten free soy sauce was readily accessible. The branzino was delicate and delicious. I would l love to return here for dinner and try out more of their menu. read more

We had a good overall meal and experience at Takato. The resturant is also super busy and can be difficult to get into and ratings scream - "must try!" So we really wanted to love this resturant. But again our overall experience was good, not great or even very good. Our greeter was not the most friendly. She wasn't mean, but just too busy to be nice. We ordered a variety of cocktails, appetizers and dishes to experience a fair representation of the menu. Presentation was great with all but flavor was lacking with nearly everything. The drinks just seemed to be missing an edge and the dishes were nearly all bland and lacking flavor to take them over the edge. Everything just seemed to be lacking something. And for the location and price point we expected more. read more

What a wonderful meal! Wagyu sliders are a must! Mushroom Gyoza full of flavor. Dessert sushi...fun and delicious. Star of the night? Federico, what a friendly and helpful gentleman! read more

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Return policy sucks. Tried to return it but they jerked me around for 4 weeks. Offered 10% then a week later 20% and finally 30%. That was their final offer read more

Came on work dinner and sat on porch - really nice view and experience. Food was outstanding. Had the soft shell crab roll along with an assortment of other dishes. Fantastic!! The service was good. They were there when we needed them and not when we didn't. Highly recommend for dates or business meals. Kids prob point they like the menu.... read more

Excellent food! We had a dinner reservation, were seated promptly on the enclosed patio space with beautiful ocean views! Our servers were friendly, knowledgeable on the menu items and attentive. The ambience is lively, modern and trendy. We ordered: -special seared toro sushi -salmon belly sushi -scallop sushi -toro sushi -wagyu gyoza dumplings -chefs choice sushi special -japchae with short rib -seafood ceviche -shrimp fried rice -assorted dessert platter Omg everything was so fresh, great unami and mouthwatering! Presentation was excellent as well! Highly recommend this place! We will be back during our next visit to FLL! read more

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Sad to have to update this review. Our condo is right by Takato and we frequent often when we go to FLL. Our waiter, Vinny, was pretty rude. We made it very clear to him I do not eat wasabi. We ordered the tuna foie gras nigiri, amongst a whole bunch of other items. As most people know, and Vinny should know, this is a one bite situation. It had wasabi. I had to swallow the piece whole. We called Vinny over and asked to have the item remade with no wasabi. When we got the check, both orders were on the receipt which was unacceptable. Vinny said I ate the item, so there was nothing to do. My jaw dropped. ITS A NIGIRI - it's one bite. Insane. We dropped $300+ this dinner and service was super rude. read more

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Takato is my favorite Fort Lauderdale restaurant, by far. We always have a great time there and all our visiting friends and family love it. The food is always excellent. It's a modern Korean-Japanese fusion that never cease to impress. Flavor and design are always top notch. The service is always fast and friendly and there is a great view on the ocean. You really cannot go wrong with Takato. read more

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The kimchi beef tacos were 10/10 I had two orders I also had the crab fried rice 6/10 My server did take long intervals but the ocean front view helped take my focus away. read more

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Atmosphere 5/5 Takato is a beautiful and elevated sushi restaurant with ocean views in Fort Lauderdale. If you don't have a reservation you can enjoy the lovely bars inside or outside. It can get lively on the weekends, so I recommend making a reservation. Service 5/5 I've dined here several times and every time the service is amazing. Servers are attentive and al very friendly. Food 5/5 Arguably one of the best sushi restaurants in Fort Lauderdale if you're looking for the freshest fish. They also regularly have unique items available like uni and sweet shrimp, which is harder to find in this city. Overall 5/5 Overall it's one of my favorite sushi restaurants in Fort Lauderdale! Pricey, but you get what you pay for here. Great date night spot! read more