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One of New York’s most renowned spots for sushi, tuna crispy rice (if you know, you know), and hand rolls is opening its first-ever Broward location this October in Oakland Park. Bondi Sushi is set to make its Broward debut at 3329 N. Federal Hwy. on Wednesday, October 29, with a grand opening party featuring cocktails by Shinji’s, which is ranked among the top 100 cocktail bars on North America’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list.
When New Times broke the news that the sushi spot was expanding from New York City to Miami Beach in 2023, foodies went wild. Following the success of its Miami Beach location, two additional outposts were established, including Midtown and Brickell. Bondi grew popular amongst locals for its high-quality fish and laid-back Japanese dining style. Now, Broward folks will finally get to try it for themselves.
“Oakland Park represents a pivotal moment for Bondi; it’s not just a new location, it’s the next evolution of who we are as a brand,” says David Hess, CEO of Bondi Sushi. “We’ve taken everything our guests love about Bondi, the energy, the accessibility, the craft, and layered in a new level of creativity and refinement. From our expanded menu to the cocktail bar we built with Shinji’s, this space is designed to surprise and delight. We’re proud to bring this elevated Bondi experience to Broward County and continue growing with the incredible community in South Florida.”
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From Sushi Rolls to Wagyu Sliders and Lobster Tacos
On the menu, guests can expect Bondi Sushi’s signature selection of hot izakaya-inspired dishes, nigiri, sashimi, signature sushi rolls, and hand rolls (temaki) available exclusively at the omakase bar. In addition to these Bondi classics, the Oakland Park location will debut a range of brand new dishes made exclusively for the city, including wagyu sliders, lobster tacos, and skewers such as scallops with chimichurri and botan ebi (a type of spot prawn found in the cold waters of the Pacific Ocean).
Another new addition to the Oakland Park location is its new bar, dubbed the “Bar at Bondi,” which will feature cocktails concocted by Jonathan Adler, the beverage director at Shinji’s. He aims to blend innovation with traditional Japanese ingredients and classic techniques. Therefore, guests can expect to savor reimagined versions of martinis, negronis, Old Fashioneds, and daiquiris, alongside an extensive selection of whiskey and sake.
Signature cocktails include the “Cherry Blossom Martini” made with a choice of vodka or gin, salted cherry-infused iichiko saiten shochu, and vermouth; the “Green Tea Hugo Spritz” made with Bombay Sapphire infused with green tea, St. Germain, sparkling, and sake; and the “Sesame Chocolate Old Fashioned” crafted with sesame-infused Irish whiskey, bourbon, crème de cacao, and bitters.
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The Most Stunning Bondi Sushi to Date
As Bondi’s largest location yet, the design features a custom 16-foot handmade tile installation by New York artist Allison Eden, Fortuny hand-dyed silk lighting imported from Italy (a nod to Shinji’s), floratoriums, and banquette seating. A takeout enclave also offers guests an easy takeout experience, including Iceberg’s Brewing, an in-house coffee and matcha concept.
“Oakland Park felt like the perfect next chapter for Bondi, it’s a neighborhood on the rise, full of creative energy, and we saw an opportunity to build something truly unique here,” adds Aiden Carty, COO, Bondi Sushi. “Design has always been at the heart of the Bondi experience, and we wanted to create a space that feels both elevated and approachable. Our goal is to make great food fun, unpretentious, and memorable; that’s always been the Bondi way.”
Bondi Sushi. 3329 N. Federal Hwy., Oakland Park; bondisushi.com. Opening Wednesday, October 29.
