This unassuming spot should be on your try list! I love the variety in menu from yakitori, large plates, sushi, hand rolls, and ramen. The skewers were good portions. Sushi fresh, really enjoyed the Salmon set which comes with 12 pieces of tataki, sashimi, nigiri, and maki. Everything we tried was yummy except for the squid ink pasta. The squid ink pasta tasted like straight up soy sauce. The dining room is cozy and tucked inside Akasaka restaurant. You can order from both menus. Service was great. Can't wait to come back! read more

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Great speakeasy vibes and restaurant. Loved the ambiance , lighting and overall vibes. Tasty dishes and amazing drinks . My favorite was the summer in Japan. May be one of those seasonal drinks but made it to the top 20 drinks in my list. Service was quick and our waitress had great recommendations. Highly recommend to pop in and check out their items ! read more

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Absolutely amazing little side restaurant to Akasaka sushi! They have their own entrance, but we did go in through the main entrance. I took off a star because the restrooms had a very strange smell, and it was almost to a point to where I had to hold my breath. Anyhow, our waitress, which I completely forgot her name, she was wonderful. She made us a lychee martini with all sake, and it was so delicious! We ordered the eggplant skewers, the steak skewer, mushroom skewer, wings, two sushi rolls and the Ramen. We were so stuffed! We each took some food home as well. I will definitely be back here for the sushi and the drinks! read more

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Came in on Thursday for a date night and was super pleased! Didn't know this was connected to Akasaka and shares the same enterance. Our waiter was super nice. I enjoyed some edamame and dumplings as starters. The dumplings were steamed and so soft! Next we got our rice cakes which were just so delicious, but I just love rice cakes lol! For the final roll, I got the flaming K roll, which caught me attention as it had curry sauce! This roll literally came out fire. Overall, everything was delicious and brought out slowly to enjoy each plate individually. I paired this meal with a refreshing lychee martini that did not disappoint. Definitely will have to come back as the menu has so many yummy items to pick from! read more

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Walked in. Friday night. Per yelp, their hours were 7pm- whenever. I didn't catch the closing hours. We arrived at 720pm and the place was getting packed. There were maybe 3 empty tables left and we grabbed one of the last few. Parking for this plaza is plentiful but is also super packed. It shares it with so many other businesses and it's a huge plaza. We parked a little farther and walked. The entrance for this place isnt actually where the door is, it's actually right through the door of the restaurant Nextdoor. We walked in. Was greeted and told the hostess that we'd like to dine at Tapanomi. She said okay, grabbed a few menus and walked over and sat us right away before it got busy. We were greeted right away. Our waitress took our drink orders, explained the menu a bit and gave us some time to look over the menu. By the time she came back with our drinks, we were ready to order. Apparently we heard her saying all night that she was also the waitress but also making the drinks as well. :) We ordered a handful of things. Fried oysters, shrimp tempura (it came w/veggies), scallop and steak skewers, tuna hand roll, chicken skin, tempura roll, oyster roll (something like that), mushroom skewer, chicken heart and gizzards. Hubby's favorite were the fried oysters. My favorite was the shrimp tempura. Our least favorite and what we won't recommend and will not order again if we came back here would be the chicken skin. Gross! The chicken skin was basically a long piece of boiled chicken skin in sauce. The sauce couldn't help cover up the lack of taste. The grease and fatty texture was disgusting. It's boiled chicken skin. There's no other way to put it. Service throughout was good. The chefs even brought out some of the dishes themselves. Our waitress was busy but she checked up on us often. May come again, but honestly, after seeing this place on Instagram it seemed like it was legit good chill place/vibe and good food. The hype was definitely not all that. read more

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Tapanomi was just a great experience! Their staff was so sweet, we loved our server Jazmine for being patient and accommodating to our group, so special shoutout to her! The food was incredible and they had lots of menu items to offer. We didn't order too much because we definitely plan on going back, but so far our favs were the gyoza, skirt steak, and truffle fries! Highly recommend for a nice and quiet dinner experience! read more

Great dinner experience. We enjoyed the different plates we got which included the steamed gyozas, takoyaki, salmon tataki, salmon and yellowtail hand rolls, and a few different yakitoris and steak options. Favorite app was the takoyaki. I enjoyed the batter being more cooked and the sauces it came with made it super flavorful. The filet mignon steak skewer was my husbands favorite out of all the ones we tried. All the skewers had great flavorful and I would say getting about 3 to 4 with an app will fill you up. The kawa skewer was different from what are used to which is much more crispier. Theirs had more chicken meat with the skin. Just something to keep in mind if you were wanting to try it. Overall great great service and the vibes were very cute and intimate here. read more

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Tapanomi is a 10/10. Vibe is lowkey and intimate. Each set is set with cute chopsticks and a small dish. Food is extremely flavorful and was cooked to perfect. Servings are perfect for sharing. Every dish had top tier presentation. Fresh and tasty! This is added to my top spots in Orlando. The fried rice was one of my favorite dishes. It was huge and had rice and chicken and egg in it. The ribeye was extremely flavorful. I recommend getting their skewers that are cooked in front of you. read more

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Stop in for a late night get together, placed wasn't packed so that was goood for us. We ordered plenty of items on the menu. The drinks were nice and strong. I wasn't a fan of the handrolls way too much rice. I did enjoy the dumplings as well as the fried grilled fish. Staff were friendly and attentive. read more

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I don't even know where to start with this place Tapaonomi is that spot. You know when you find a restaurant that just hits on every level? That's this place. It's new, it's fresh, it's got a vibe, and I'm already plotting my next visit. No exaggeration I wish I was back in town just to eat here again tonight. The energy here is unmatched. Good music, great lighting, chill crowd it's got that "late night in Seoul" kind of feel, right in the heart of Orlando. It's stylish without trying too hard, and it makes you want to stay a little longer, order another round, and try just one more thing off the menu. Speaking of the menu... we tried most of it (don't judge me), and they do not miss. I'm talking Korean wings that are perfectly crispy and full of flavor, ribeye that melts in your mouth, and fried rice that had me low-key licking my fingers. No shame. Every dish had its own personality but still worked together like a greatest hits album. The best part? It's all affordable. You're getting top-tier flavor and presentation without your wallet crying at the end of the night. Plus, the staff? On point. Friendly, quick, and they actually know the menu shoutout to our server for recommending the perfect mix of dishes. Tapaonomi isn't just a restaurant it's an experience. Late night foodies, date night folks, or just anyone who appreciates really well-done Korean food: do yourself a favor and check it out. You'll probably catch me there next time, sitting at the bar, ordering the wings again. read more

Tapanomi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I celebrated my birthday dinner at Tapanomi and it was perfection. The chef created a custom strawberry sushi roll just for me and it was SO good!, and they surprised me with a boba-topped cake that honestly stole the show. The vibe was modern and cozy, perfect for a girls' night and the service was kind, attentive, and never rushed. Every detail felt intentional, and our whole group left full, happy, and already planning a return. Highly recommend for birthdays, date nights, or when you just want to treat yourself to something a little extra special. read more

Tapanomi - Chef Special - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Great food, in a Japanese stile ambience.. cozy, familiar and busy. The service not too good but it's justified since they just opened and they good overnight successful. A place with great future. The drinks were good good.. The fifth start will be earned once the provide a service aligned with the expectation. Great place! read more

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Honestly this place a vibe. If you're looking for place to chill or have a nice date night. This is the spot. It's next door to Akasaka, another restaurant to dine and enjoy great food. Both Akasaka and Tapanomi are connected to each other restaurant. You have enter through Akasaka, where you check in to enter Tapanomi. Anyways, yes. This place is a vibe with the chill music, low lights, and little lamps on each table. It was all a very chill experience. Service was super nice. Our server was knowledgeable of the menu. She accommodated our wants and needs. The chef actually walk by a few times to check up on everyone making sure everyone was okay. Which I LOVE! Food was great as well. Very tasty. Each dish had their own unique and delicious taste. I got the matcha margarita as well, and it was so so good actually. Overall, would come again for everything this place had to offer for their customers. read more

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Great place with excellent food and a pleasant atmosphere. Our server, Olivia, provided outstanding service and made the experience even better. read more

Tapanomi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Love the vibe! The atmosphere is a 10/10 and Olivia was great. Quick, attentive and super sweet. The food was perfect especially dessert. read more

Tapanomi - Moonpie Tower dessert - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

New spot with great vibes, great food and prices ($6-8 for a hand roll, $4 for nigiri) that make you forget you're in a post covid market. You need to try this place if you're looking for a great little date night spot or even hang out spot read more

This is my new favorite late night sushi spot. AMAZING service. The sushi, tapas, drinks, everything on the menu was phenomenal. The chef shin was informative and knowledgeable. Love the aspect of Japanese and Korean cuisine together. This chef and his vision will be taking Orlando's asian culture to a whole new level. I LOVED it here. 10/10 read more

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I tried Tapanomi out for the first time tonight and it definitely did not disappoint. I believe this is a brand new addition added on to an existing restaurant in the Plaza I wasn't entirely sure, but there was definitely two restaurants in two different menus we were given the option to order off of both which I thought was nice. Everything here was tapas style and very shareable. My party and I all shared everything and we had no complaints about anything. my favorite was the coconut shrimp hand roll. I will definitely be coming back just for that! read more

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The service and food was wonderful! We had so many great dishes but my favorite was the seafood pancake. So great, definitely coming back!

Great food, service, and ambiance! Olivia was very friendly and tentative, she made great recommendations and we loved the Real lobster roll, new fav. read more

Tapanomi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Love Tapanomi! The tapas came out quickly and were no short of delicious. Definitely recommend. read more

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This place is such a vibe! The waitress was friendly and helpful and the chef came up to the table to ensure everything was well. Ordered so many items and everything tasted delicious! Go at 7p and there won't be a wait to get a table. read more

Tapanomi - adventura roll + yakitori momo + tsukune - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Tapanomi in Orlando is a hidden gem with a cozy, modern izakaya vibe--warm lighting, stylish decor, and just the right energy for a chill night out. The service is attentive and well-paced, making you feel welcome without rushing you. Must-try dishes: the karaage and takoyaki. A great spot for Japanese small plates done right. read more

Tapanomi - shin soba - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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This place was on Instagram which they totally over glorified. Waited over an hour to get food. Main enteree arrives no appetizers? Waited another 30 mins for rest of food! Pork was absolutely disgusting. Over cooked and full of fat. Had to chew forever to get down to the point jaw hurt. Kabobs tasteless and the fruit in my raspberry martini had mold on it! Absolutely disgusting! So expensive for such a horrible experience. Stay far away from this place. Was very sick last night from. Food poisoning from here. Dangerous will be reporting. read more

First, we arrived with my sister as two separate groups. Both groups had reservations at 7:15 PM. A staff member (waiter or host?) told us there was only one table available for both groups and asked one group to wait until the other finished their meal?! That was already frustrating -- especially since there were clearly two tables available. Second, we waited two full hours for a bowl of ramen, which we eventually had to cancel because it never came. Third, we ordered scallops that never arrived. When we asked about it, the cook insisted she had already served them -- which was simply not true. Fourth, we placed three orders of chicken skin. Only one arrived -- and it was raw. Luckily, we noticed before eating it. Otherwise, we could have ended up in the ER -- all while just trying to enjoy a vacation. Fifth, most orders were messed up. The owner witnessed everything and didn't bother to check in or offer any apology. And all of these complaints were just from our table. My sister's table had even more issues. They sat there for two hours and left hungry. Overall, this was the worst dining experience we've ever had. If you're looking for decent service or a place to enjoy a meal while traveling, this is definitely not the place. read more

our server Hannah was great! The food was great and the fish was very fresh. I would definitely come back again.

Pretty great place. Came by on a Monday evening and it was very relaxed. The food was good and the staff were friendly. We got some sushi rolls, temaki, and yakitori. I think the best thing we had was the scallops, I forgot to take a pic. But overall pretty good place read more

Tapanomi - Mushroom Kushiyaki and Skirt Steak - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Ambiance is wonderful. Customer service is exceptional. I called to make a reservation and they were very accommodating. We had the Seafood pancake, Udon without broth, Ribs, Tonkatsu, Spicy Tuna Roll and the Super Protein. Everything was fresh and delicious!! Definitely worth the hype. I can't wait to return to try the Africa Roll!! read more

This place was so amazing! The staff were so sweet and kind. I loved all the food so much it was so fresh and presentation was 10/10. It was so beautiful in here from all the cool paintings to the really cool Photo Booth! read more

Tapanomi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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There's a lot to unpack from this visit. My bill for two people was $200 before tip. The overall atmosphere leaned heavily into a minimal, almost sterile aesthetic--reminiscent of an IKEA showroom, which didn't quite match the culinary ambition suggested by the menu, pricing, or the social media presence that caught our eye. On a positive note, the cocktails were well-executed and enjoyable. Unfortunately, that's where the highlights ended. The appetizers lacked flavor and finesse. The shrimp shumai were disappointingly bland, and the truffle fries arrived soggy, excessively oily, and without any noticeable truffle flavor--likely due to improper frying temperature and the use of artificial truffle oil rather than genuine truffle. Parmesan doesn't fix everything. The yakitori skewers were aggressively Americanized and coated in sugar from the teriyaki, overcooked and under-seasoned, failing to deliver on the bold simplicity that makes this dish shine when done correctly. Steak options were served with an aggressive char that bordered on burnt, with a texture and taste reminiscent of a Pittsburgh-style well-done cut--dry and lacking nuance. The temaki rolls were overwhelmingly packed with mediocre rice, leaving little room for the protein, which we ended up eating on its own. Leaving plenty of rice to be reused elsewhere. The imitation crab volcano roll was dominated by cream cheese and came with a steep $27 price tag--difficult to justify for the quality, and did I mention the use of imitation crab when they offer real crab on the menu... for that price... The experience was further diminished by the facility layout. The restroom was not located within the restaurant itself but required walking through a cluttered hallway of another adjacent business, dodging exposed wires, stacked chairs, and cases of alcohol along the way--an unpolished and unprofessional detail that added to the overall impression which I usually overlook when the food is good. In short, while the drinks offered promise, the food and setting fell far short of expectations, especially at this price point. The service was pleasant and well intentioned. read more

One of the best food experience I've had in a while, Olivia was our server she was so lovely and also we got dessert on the house which was out of this world so delicious!!! 20/20, will be back soon! read more

Tapanomi - DESSERT - Asian Fusion Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Great food and amazing service! Our server Olivia was amazing! Friendly, attentive, and made the whole experience very pleasant. Definitely try the championship roll! read more

Food was amazing, really liked the vibe and the service from Olivia was great! 10/10 highly recommend.

Sushi was great. The presentation was so cute and fun. Lexi was our server she was sweet and attentive.

Olivia is awesome! This place was so good! Me and my friends are from NC and after our long drive it was so nice to be treated like family and be welcomed. The presentation and just the overall atmosphere is great. If you're even thinking about visiting this is the place! read more

ambiance is good, price is good for what you get. solid sushi spot, their sushi rolls look better than nigiri though read more

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HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE, DO NOT RECOMMEND. Our waitress (long brown hair, glasses, she did not provide her name) was extremely rude from the start. She slammed plates down at our table and repeatedly asked us things like "are you finally done?" in a very aggressive tone. We were genuinely confused by the hostility, as we had done nothing to warrant it. Because of the poor service and disrespectful attitude, we chose not to leave a tip. After we left the restaurant, she followed us into the parking lot and began yelling at us, demanding to know why we didn't tip and telling us to never go out to eat again. This was shocking, unprofessional, and completely inappropriate. What made the situation even more uncomfortable was that our party was Asian, and we did not see other tables being treated this way. For an Asian restaurant, this behavior felt especially upsetting and raised serious concerns. Overall, the experience felt confrontational and uncomfortable every time she came to our table, as if we were being interrogated for no reason. Management seriously needs to address this behavior, because no customer should ever be treated like this. read more

the food was good but Maria service was above and beyond and she's the reason I'm leaving the review she explained the menu very well and suggested very good choices I'll be back and make sure ask for her . read more

I love exploring izakayas in orlando and unfortunately this place was not good. The dishes were average, no dishes stood out. My fries were very under cooked, almost inedible. I could taste the crunch in the potato. The chicken skewers were not what I had expected as well. I thought they would be fried and crispy, but they seemed boiled and grilled instead. Maybe this restaurant does their chicken skin skewers differently compared to other izakayas, and they're other people that like chewy skin, but for me, it's not my cup of tea. The place does happen to operate two restaurants at the same time and I feel it affects the quality of the food and service. A little disorganized and rushed. Everyone looked like they were frantically running. I had to remind my waiter for a straw and my table never got our soy sauce while other tables around me got theirs. I do want to give this restaurant the benefit of doubt and say they maybe just had a hectic day. read more

this was an awesome experience and the food was AMAZING!! the service is top tier, all of the staff is incredibly nice, especially Olivia! it's exactly what you want from a late night spot. the ambiance is so calming and i cannot sing its praises enough. this place is a hidden gem!! read more