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3.5 (110 reviews)
Closed • 6:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Cheramie T.

We tried this restaurant while staying at the Omni. Im not sure what Jose's role was but we loved his friendly and humorous personality. He made the experience very enjoyable. We had the rainbow roll, spider roll, dumplings, sake, ginger salad, vegetable fried rice, and same. Everything was delicious and served fresh and prompt. The rainbow roll has escolar and it definitely is an acquired taste.

Chocolate mousse... looks pretty but taste is about a 4/10
KC B.

This will be quick.... this place is overpriced and mediocre at best. The service is lacking. I had to ask several times for refills that kept being forgotten. I wasn't told refills were not free on sodas. At almost $6 a soda, give me a bigger glass and not a 5oz. wine glass of mostly ice! Sushi is comparable to grocery store bought sushi. Panda express taste so much better and I question if some of the food was brought in by Panda Express. Dessert is pretty, but don't be deceived. Zen please improve the quality of your food or lower your prices to the level of mediocrity it is and train your employees to be more informative and attentive. Maybe the servers don't work as much as they should for tips because 20 percent gratuity is already included on your check. Another strike against this place....

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Dakota M.

The service provided by the servers was exceptional, as they were attentive, quick, and efficient. However, the overall rating of the establishment suffered due to the quality of the food. Personally, I found the food to be both overpriced and lacking in flavor, with the exception of the bock choy which was quite tasty. Unfortunately, the salmon nigiri was particularly disappointing and did not meet expectations, especially considering its higher price. Additionally, it is worth noting that if you plan to visit Zen, it is advisable to simply walk over rather than relying on the RSVP app for accurate information. During my visit, I was the only customer dining at 9pm, and the restaurant unexpectedly closed early while I was still there. Interestingly, my coworker and his wife had made reservations for 9:15pm through the app, but when they arrived at 7:30pm, they were allowed to dine earlier as there were no other patrons present. They also agree'd it could have been so much better and would not try it again. Given my experience, I would recommend exploring other dining options within the hotel compound if you have the opportunity to do so. For the restaurant, I would recommended reviewing the offerings you have and the quality of those items. Maybe have some blind studies on the menu, ask a local Yelp team to host elite evet to get honest feedback.

red dragon roll
Crystal B.

i visited this restaurant while staying at the Omni. i made a reservation for the first available 845, and received a call that my table was ready at 815 so i hustled down. (table for 1) i waited maybe 15 minutes before i was greeted by a server which was frustrating after rushing down early. ordered a glass of wine and then had the ginger salad. The ginger salad was good, very different than the traditional due to the type of fresh greens they use rather than iceberg and the pickled onions which added a nice touch. Then I ordered a sushi roll. The overall timing of the order and arrival for food left room for improvement as again I waited patiently. The roll was pretty good. I closed out my check at 9:45 and was ready for bed. Would not revisit as there are so many other options that provide more attentive service but it was convenient to have this option at the resort.

Sautéed shrimp and catch of the day
Samantha M.

I will start by saying the service was great! Everyone was very friendly and always smiling. The calamari was great, and we were surprised with the dessert for our anniversary. The appetizer and dessert were probably the best parts of our meal. The drinks were ok. The entrees were pretty bland for the most part, and pretty over priced for the quality.

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Mena M.

I wish I would've saved my $50 + tip for 2 rolls and went to Trevi's for dinner instead. I've had better Shrimp tempura rolls at Publix and that says a lot! I have sushi/sushami from some very nice high-end restaurants with great chefs pretty regularly so I have a knack for quality food. Something is off about their rolls and I can't quite comprehend what is missing. The only reason I give 2 stars is because the staff were nice, they gave me ample napkins and such for my to-go order. This was supposed to be a late night snack (9:30pm) by the pool with a couple of cocktails. The cocktails from the pool bar was the highlight of our dinner, not the sushi.

Hanging w friends for a conference.
N.J. R.

The service was excellent, soo good I added 10% on top of the 18% gratuity for being in a large group. The atmosphere was professional pseudo-upscale wo the stuffy vibe. I went there two nights for dinner during a conference and each experience was the same. The Sea Bass w Black Rice was absolutely great. I recommend highly. The fish was most all the way through it nearly melted in my mouth and the black rice is life changing. I've had black rice before but never this good. The serving night I had Gen Tso Chicken w fried rice which was good even for $26. The green beans that came was crunchy for my taste but not bad. I ordered the Smokey Manhattan it was great and dessert I had David's Cup (decaf) again great. Great restaurant for groups up to 10, date night, and families or business.

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Shauna P.

After a long day at Universal Studios, we went back to the hotel to enjoy a meal. The food was seasoned well but pretty average. I did like the sea bass quite a bit, so I had to add a star for that. The service was great. Our server was very personable and nice to talk with. It was quiet while we were there but would probably be average noise level at dinner rush time. We came in about 30 min from closing but never felt rushed at all. Not a bad choice for hotel guests.

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They accommodated our large party well.... Duck ramen was amazing. Service was fast. Abit overpriced but it's a given being that it's inside a resort. Our server- Maylee shared the same name as our daughter and made her feel very special celebrating her birthday!

Lo mein
Eric L.

I had Laura as my server. I orders chicken lo mein, but it ended up with coming no chicken. I'm no Karen, so I did not mind. Laura was extremely nice and was eager to fix it. I was okay to just add the chicken and call it a day. The chef took pride in her work and brought out a brand new plate. It was 8:50 and they close at 9. I cannot say I'd do the same after working all day right before close. Overall my experience with the employees and food was a 5/5.

Cara K.

Delicious sushi! Wish I had taken more photos but we were starving! Highly recommend if staying in the resort. Our waiter forgot to bring us our wine but gave us Wakame salad for free to make up for it! Otherwise he was very attentive and gave great recommendations. The red dragon roll is amazing!!! Highly recommended!!

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Fantastic sushi - great sake - impeccable service. Thank you for the zen experience! We really enjoyed ourselves.

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Worst Chinese Food I have ever had. The Zen menu for $61 dollars is a total waste of money.

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For the price and the service AND the cuisine I give this restaurant one star. Everything was below substandard. Total bummer.

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We have dined at Zen numerous times. The food is always delicious and the wait staff are excellent. I highly recommend Zen.

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Sushi Izuki - salmon

Sushi Izuki

4.8(45 reviews)
12.4 mi•International Drive / I-Drive, Horizons West / West Orlando
•$$$$
Free WiFi
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I celebrated my birthday at Sushi Izuki with my family, and we chose the 18-course omakase at the…read morebar. It was truly an exceptional experience from start to finish. The service was warm and attentive, and the chefs were incredibly skilled. It was so much fun watching them work. Every course was thoughtfully prepared, beautifully presented, and absolutely delicious. What made the evening even more special was how they went out of their way to make my birthday feel celebrated. It added such a personal touch to an already unforgettable meal. We all left agreeing that it was one of the most memorable dining experiences we've ever had. I would highly recommend Sushi Izuki and would gladly return.

We had a great time celebrating my birthday at Izuki. When you walk in, it feels like you're in a…read moreTokyo nightclub from the 1970s. Sort of cheesy disco music that grows on you, mirror and wood decor with a sleek design. We were greeted promptly and seated shortly after, we were the only party at the bar (there was another party in one of the little private rooms) this was the 815 seating fwiw. At our places, a birthday card awaited us, and the chefs both smiled and said hello. We ordered a bottle of sake and waited for the meal to begin. The menu offers 4 app, 11 pieces of nigiri, a hand roll and dessert. Our 4 apps (plus a bonus 5th!) were delicious. Well composed and creative. The first was an oyster, with some ikura, ponzu and other flavors, it was a favorite! Next up was a one bite arctic char composition which was yummy tho a bit difficult to take in one bite (chefs recod one bite if you could, so we did!). Following that was what one chef said was his favorite, Kanpachi rolled around thin potato strings and truffle in some sauce. Delish! One of our faves too! Then we had a small serving of Yuzu miso cod, with marinated tomatoes and cucumbers, which I enjoyed. At this point, I had been a bit distracted taking a couple pics and hubs suggested the phone go away, so I can't remember the 5th surprise appetizer I'm afraid. Then we moved on to nigiri. Fish was very fresh, and prepared more traditionally IMHO. Think fish with wasabi on rice with small additions like Yuzu kosho or sea salt, VS the appetizer sections' layered flavors. The selection was good, including chu and o toro tuna, hotate (a fave), uni (another fave), Kanpachi, etc. It also included a piece of wagyu, fired with a cool blowtorch, but not for me (I prefer fish anyhow) and ended with a piece of eel, another I'm less of a fan of. My only gripe here, and it's personal preference, was that the rice wasn't sticky enough/was loose in consistency, though well seasoned. After nigiri we had a crispy otoro hand roll, it had the potato strings in it I think, and the seaweed was so crisp and toasty! I really appreciate this as a hand roll fan. Dessert was a delightful cheesecake, one of the better post omakase desserts we have had in our travels, some green tea (yum) and we were also brought an additional, special dish of wagyu, ikura, rice and truffle with a candle for my birthday celebration, a free round of sake once our bottle was out, and a mini bouquet of flowers with little lights. They sure knew how to make a gal feel special!

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Sushi Izuki - Traditional private dinning rooms

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Sashimi Fusion

Sashimi Fusion

3.9(102 reviews)
2.0 mi
•$$

Great experience dining in! Service was prompt and friendly. They checked up on us frequently. Even…read morethen our waitress was signing off, the backroom person who took over for her was prompt and remembered our drinks without us needing to remind him. The dishes themselves were nicely plated as well and I was impressed with the presentation. The food itself was okay - nothing spectacular, but decent flavor. The ambiance was nice with music and good accent lighting. I could tell there was a lot of thought put into the decor, lighting, and menu design. While there were a few unrefined edges to the place (e.g., trash can in the men's restroom was pretty beat up and the silverware didn't seem to match how nice the rest of the place was), I was pleasantly surprised by how nice the dinner was.

Where to start. This is one of the worst restaurants I have ever been to in terms of general vibe,…read morequality of food, egregious use of AI, and overall inconsistency. My husband found this on a local Facebook group and through Google reviews. Immediately we were confused because when looking up "Davenport Sashimi Fusion", the supposed name, the website pulls up a half-baked AI filled mess with a clunky online ordering form and nothing else. No real photos, genuinely just AI. When we navigated here, the sign actually differs and says "Hibachi2U". Weird! We head inside and see the "Davenport Sashimi Fusion" sign. Which is it? Surely Davenport Sashimi Fusion, since that's the name of the business on Yelp? No! After entering you're greeted with a cold AI-powered kiosk. There were a few people seated at booths, but the one waitress looked genuinely confused we wanted to be seated. The menus we were presented with state Hibachi2U again, so I guess that's the name after all? It feels extremely suspicious to me and not like the vibe that they're under new management (which is not even advertised anywhere). Menu was once again full of AI and not legitimate photos of their food. From a presentation standpoint, there is no effort put into this to even try. We inquired about the pricing of a la carte salmon sashimi since it was listed online and wasn't sure if pricing had changed (online menu does not match the restaurant). The waitress was surprised we asked about sashimi and stated they do not offer a la carte orders in the restaurant. Name states sashimi fushion. Whatever. We ordered gyoza, shrimp tempura roll, salmon crunch roll, and the shrimp and steak hibachi with fried rice. This came with house salad and clear soup. The gyoza was either a Cisco or LingLing frozen pre-cooked and super oily. Not fresh. The clear soup literally tasted like dirty brown water and was untouchable. I did not try the house salad since the dressing looked dubious and reminded me of pimento cheese. The sushi was extremely disappointing as the overuse of crunch flakes hid the pre-made Publix sushi type construction with poor quality ingredients. The hibachi was EMBARRASSING. Inconsistently cooked rice (both crunchy and mushy) with little flavor and tasted OFF. I had two bites and was done. The steak was cooked decently for medium rare (although chewy) and the shrimp was extremely overcooked and rubbery. The vegetables included were minuscule and seemed like they were bought as the rejects to save costs. In all, this is a lazy, horrible restaurant that presents as two different businesses falsely and has poor judgement in quality and cooking. Waste of a space in this shopping area, steer clear.

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Sashimi Fusion - Sashimi Appetizer

Sashimi Appetizer

Sashimi Fusion - Naruto Roll. Sashimi Appetizer. Sashimi Dinner. Salmon Sashimi. Eel Sashimi.

Naruto Roll. Sashimi Appetizer. Sashimi Dinner. Salmon Sashimi. Eel Sashimi.

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Sushi Misono

Sushi Misono

3.8(31 reviews)
10.4 mi•International Drive / I-Drive
•$$

All the RICE you can eat!…read more As a longtime regular customer, I'm extremely disappointed with the direction this restaurant has taken. The nigiri portions have become absolutely ridiculous. What used to be a balanced piece of sushi is now about 90% rice and 10% fish. The fish slices are paper-thin while the rice portions are oversized and packed tightly. For an all-you-can-eat sushi restaurant, it feels like a deliberate tactic to fill customers up on cheap rice so they can't order and enjoy more sushi. That's not what people come here for. We come for quality sushi, not fist-sized balls of rice with a sliver of fish on top. What makes this even more frustrating is that I brought my concerns to the staff and management and was essentially dismissed. There was no effort to address the issue or make things right. If you're going to cut portions and reduce quality, at least be honest about it instead of pretending nothing has changed. Unfortunately, after being a loyal customer for so long, I can no longer justify spending my money here. There are too many other sushi restaurants that understand what nigiri is supposed to look like and actually value their customers. Very disappointing experience.

Ayce price is competitive/on average with others. Location is convenient when leaving parks so we…read moredon't have to go all the way to town for ayce like winter park or Oviedo etc. Sushi was great, stir fry udon was yummy. Friend chicken was crispy and juicy. Squid salad was perfect. Not too chewy. The udon soup was kind of bland (not a deep/strong broth flavor) but good to soothe if you're looking for broth anyway. Salmon skin hand roll was so yummy but also busting with cucumber, I took some out lol. Service was great and waiter even encouraged us to put in sushi order early so chefs weren't backed up. Kitchen food came quick. Very cute decor with all the Asian cat art. Claw machines fun but stuffies are too slippery. Need grips on the claw lol

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Sushi Misono - Large table near the entrance

Large table near the entrance

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Sushi Misono - Sushi Masono front entrance.

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Sushi Masono front entrance.

Seito Sushi Sand Lake - Beauty and the Beast, Yellow Fever

Seito Sushi Sand Lake

4.5(2.4k reviews)
15.7 mi•Dr. Phillips, International Drive / I-Drive, Horizons West / West Orlando
•$$$
Romantic vibe
Fine dining

Went here for magical dining and was really impressed by the quality of the food we had. Started…read moreoff with the crispy rice tuna and the fish tasted very fresh, which paired well with the sauce on top. Afterwards I had the Jalepeno Business roll which was good but I think I preferred some of the other rolls on the menu like the Yellow Fever. Lastly I had the Shibuya Toast which was delicious, I think many people would enjoy this but if you want something unique I really enjoyed the Ube Cheesecake my friend had a little more. Overall the ambiance is great here it's a perfect date night spot with the decor and moody lighting. Our server was also great as well.

Truly exceptional and somewhere that you need to visit if you love seafood and sushi like me! The…read morequality of the sushi that I had was insane and the flavor profiles of everything were out of this world! While I did a to-go order, when I walked in there the place was gorgeous! Everything was very nicely decorated and there was more than enough seating. Even with so much seating, there were people waiting in the lobby as well! The staff got my order and I was out the front door very quickly. I decided ot get some Yellowtail Crudo and Hokkaido. The Hokkaido which was seared scallops, lobster, crab, tobiko and a couple other things was insane in the best way. The seafood was soooo fresh and the flavors blended perfectly. The yellowtail melted in my mouth and I was trying so hard not to inhale it because the portion was nice but I do wish it was bigger for the price. Overall a phenominal place that I will make it a mission to visit again when I am in Orlando!

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Seito Sushi Sand Lake - Inside bar area

Inside bar area

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Beef Carpaccio

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Salt & The Cellar By Akira Back - Crab legs

Salt & The Cellar By Akira Back

4.4(174 reviews)
5.6 mi•Disney World, Horizons West / West Orlando

We were curious about this restaurant since it's closer to us now living in Clermont, and inside…read morethe Ette Hotel near Animal Kingdom. I'm so happy we made the trip here! The hotel lobby was very clean and sleek, and the concierge were very nice and communicative! The restaurant is just inside on the first floor, and was very well presented. It was very slow this morning for brunch, and we had no problems finding a place to sit with our little 2 month old boy! The staff served us quickly, and explained each of their recommendations. I'm so glad we listened because each of the items were beautifully presented, and so so delicious. We started with the tuna pizza, mainly because we were curious, and that was the most unique take on pizza/seafood in my opinion. The tuna was so fresh, the garlic aioli complimented very well with the crisp cracker/crust. I had the Ette Norwegian Benedict and was very happy. The smoked salmon was very tasty, and the side arugula and avocado salad was very fresh. Maddie had the lobster roll which absolutely slapped! Lastly, we were recommended the AB Chocolate in a cup, and WOW you must try this! Very warm nutella chocolate cake at the bottom, vanilla ice cream all the way to the top of the cup, and topped with a hard chocolate disk and banana foam. It was honestly one of the top desserts I have ever had. We shared one, but so tempted to order another one! I can't wait to come back and try some of their cocktails sometime with dinner!

I arrived to the Ette hotel and walked to the Salt & Cellar Area to the right of the hotel check-in…read moredesk. There was no one at the S&C desk so I went back to the check-in desk to ask for assistance. There was a brief conversation between employees before someone noticed me waiting to ask a question and a quick greeting and urgent response to where I needed to go. She quickly got an appropriate staff member and I was seated for my party of 5. When I got to the table, it was only seated for 4, I asked for an extra chair and table settings. The server promptly added the extras and asked if I'd like water for the table. As I waited for my party, I soaked in the decor. I felt at ease. The design uses beiges and woods with pops of gold and rich colors. The food and drinks were good. I got or tasted: -Queen Bee (gin based cocktail) its a tasty and strong little cocktail made for sipping. Kind of like a red wine with grapefruit flavor(7/10) -Rock Shrimp Saucy Fried shrimp with a kick (8.5/10) -Steak and Frites tasty medium cooked steak. Strip loin isn't my fav cut but I was surprised by how much I liked it. The fries were seasoned well and were tasty. They are best served fresh. They didn't reheat well (7.5/10) Our server was polite and efficient. Take note that they only service Magical Dining for the dinner menu. After dinner, we perused the lobby for their displays of perfume, art, and other things they have for purchase. It's smells great throughout the hotel.

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Salt & The Cellar By Akira Back - Restaurant interior

Restaurant interior

Salt & The Cellar By Akira Back - Afternoon Tea: Pastries

Afternoon Tea: Pastries

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Oza Izakaya

Oza Izakaya

4.7(415 reviews)
14.7 mi•International Drive / I-Drive
•$$

Fantastic experience from start to finish. We had the uni toast, truffle seafood noodles, chicken…read morewings, chicken thigh, spicy Argentine red shrimp, and the yuzu hamachi, followed by the ube and yuzu cheesecakes for dessert. Everything was delicious and perfectly cooked, especially the grilled items. The standout for me was the truffle seafood pasta, with the yuzu hamachi right alongside it. Both were exceptional and easily the highlights of the meal. The flavors were creative without being overdone, the seafood was fresh, and every dish felt thoughtfully prepared. This place is a real treat for Orlando and absolutely worth checking out.

I had a wonderful birthday dinner at Oza Izakaya. The ambience is beautiful and refined. They did a…read morespectacular job of creating an amazing space that served up some really delicious food. I began the evening with one of their hot-tasting items, the Wagyu Gyoza. It was so nicely flavored, with great texture. This could either be a shareable item or enjoyed alone. We also ordered the Negima (chicken breast) and the Spicy Argentinian Red Shrimp. I would order both items again. The chicken was moist and the shrimp was spicier than I expected, but oh so good! For our main entrees, I ordered the Miso Black Cod, and my husband had the Kyoto Paitan Ramen. The Ramen was well-seasoned, and the Cod was delicately plated, with crisp capers that added a layer of flavor. The House Strawberry Lemonade was refreshing, and the Okinawa Breeze was lightly sweet and colorful. It will be one of the most memorable cocktails I've had because of its presentation and taste. We ended the night with the Woo Baby (Ube Cheesecake) and the Yuzu Delight (Yuzu Cheesecake). The yuzu was tart and the ube was light and creamy. Both are outstanding dessert options. The entire night flowed effortlessly, thanks to our server Miguel. He was so organized in his approach and was so kind and funny. His presence was greatly welcomed and appreciated. If you have any celebration coming up or just want a lovely evening out, this is the place.

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Oza Izakaya - Chef's Table

Chef's Table

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Toro Maitake

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