Whether you're craving a nostalgic night at hidden gems like Matsuri on Bird Road and Katana Japanese Restaurant in North Beach, or you're ready to splurge on an unforgettable experience at sleek Wynwood favorites like Hiyakawa and Uchi, there's something here for every sushi lover and every budget. And while Miami's omakase scene is thriving, this list is for those who want the freedom to build their dream order roll by roll.
So, grab your chopsticks. Here, in alphabetical order, are the 11 best sushi restaurants in Miami.
Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill
336 21st St., Miami Beach305-800-0404
eatblueribbonmiami.comLocated inside the Plymouth Hotel in South Beach, Blue Ribbon Sushi Bar & Grill opened in February 2017 and offers a standout menu of traditional sushi, sashimi, inventive rolls, and Japanese charcoal‑grilled entrées. Guests can dine indoors or poolside while starting their meal with highlights like a heart‑of‑palms salad with Japanese peaches or burrata paired with heirloom tomato and lemon miso dressing. Signature dishes include the Blue Ribbon roll with lobster tail and black caviar, the neg toro roll, and a sweet finale of key lime‑yuzu pie crowned with yuzu meringue and vanilla ice cream.
Hiyakawa
2700 N. Miami Ave., Miami305-333-2417
hiyakawamiami.comFounded by Venezuelan restaurateur Alvaro Perez Miranda — who also owns Midorie — Hiyakawa is a stunning Wynwood restaurant where minimalist Japanese design meets meticulous craftsmanship. The dining room feels like a modern art installation, with curved wooden arches evoking the ribs of a whale or the skeleton of a ship, setting the stage for a high-end omakase experience. Fish is flown in daily from Tokyo’s Toyosu Market, with à la carte options that range from pristine sashimi and maki to luxe bites like Hokkaido scallops, toro topped with caviar, and uni seasoned with Okinawan salt and Japanese mint. This is one of the pricier spots on the list.
Katana
920 71 St., Miami Beach305-864-0037
katanamiamibeach.comA hidden gem adored by locals, Katana is a compact yet vibrant Normandy Isles spot that boasts a 25-seat circular bar where skilled chefs whip up an array of dishes in a veritable sushi-go-round. The restaurant's pricing system, indicated by the color of the plates, adds an element of surprise and exploration to the experience. From classic items like California rolls and gyoza to fancier treats like salmon roe and sea urchin nigiri, Katana's menu hits all the right notes. Reservations aren't an option, so swinging by on a weekday or arriving at opening on weekends is your best bet.
Makoto
9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour305-864-8600
makoto-restaurant.comLocated on the third floor of Bal Harbour Shops, Makoto by Stephen Starr delivers flawless Edomae-style sushi in an elegant setting. The menu boasts more than 25 sushi and sashimi options, from rich toro and yellowtail to Hokkaido scallops and uni, plus minimalist rolls that highlight the fish’s pristine quality. Beyond sushi, standout dishes like braised beef yaki noodles, whipped feta cauliflower, and a signature tuna pizza with anchovy aioli showcase the kitchen’s creative flair. This is one of the pricier spots on the list.
Matsuri
5759 Bird Rd., Miami305-663-1615
matsurimiami.com Since 1988, Matsuri has been one of the best restaurants in Miami for authentic, fresh, and astonishingly affordable sushi. The spot is a hidden gem among locals in the "know" for lunch and dinner any day of the week. The menu contains dozens of options, ranging from soups and tempura to sashimi plates to deep-fried seafood and à la carte sushi and sashimi. The biggest draw, however, is the numerous traditional Japanese delicacies rarely found in the States. They're often scrawled on the specials board at the front of the dining room, where you'll see everything from ankimo monkfish liver (often likened to foie gras) to nama uni, sparkling-fresh sea urchin that tastes like a delicate custard with a salty kick. Always available: toro, the buttery tuna belly, at far friendlier prices than you'll see at higher-profile Miami restaurants.
Midorie
Locations in El Portal and Coconut Grove305-775-2233
midoriemiami.comThis authentic, no-frills sushi spot with locations in Coconut Grove and on 79th Street sources fresh seafood daily from Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market for its handrolls, cut rolls, nigiri, sashimi, and donburi bowls. Restaurateur Alvaro Perez Miranda wanted Midorie to reflect kikubari, the Japanese concept of caring for others, and it shows. If you don't know what to order, a fan favorite is the Midorie bowl — with salmon, tuna, blue crab, shiitake mushrooms, cucumber, edamame, yuzu avocado, scallions, seaweed salad, and your choice of base and sauce. The sushi spot is expanding to Palm Beach County with a West Palm Beach post opening this fall.
Omakai
Locations Across Miamiomakai.comThe sushi restaurant beloved by Miami's sushi-loving community has been on a roll with its expansion plans, aiming to bring good-quality sushi to all neighborhoods in Miami. Back in July of 2024, Omakai made it big on social media after a stellar review by viral TikToker Keith Lee during his visit to the Magic City. Now, Omakai has opened locations in Wynwood, Coconut Grove, Aventura, and Doral, plus two Omakai hand roll bars in Brickell and downtown Miami. That's a Miami takeover if you ask us.
Osaka
1300 Brickell Bay Dr., Miami786-627-4800
osakanikkei.comOsaka in Brickell blends bold Peruvian flavors with the refined elegance of Japanese Nikkei cuisine in a chic, dimly lit indoor-outdoor space. The Nikkei bar omakase and sashimi platter offer a perfect entry point, while adventurous diners can explore inventive nigiri like the Inca with cured tuna and black quinoa or the hamachi brasa with Peruvian chili rayu and roasted almonds. Signature dishes such as black cod criollo and umi meshi seafood rice round out the menu, with an attentive staff ready to suggest ideal sake or wine pairings.
Sushi Erika
1700 John F. Kennedy Cswy., Ste. 100, North Bay Village786-216-7216A hidden gem at its finest. In 2018, Erika, the daughter and right hand of beloved sushi master Michio Kushi, opened her own tiny sushi spot just down the road from her dad's old haunt, Sushi Deli, in North Bay Village — and she brought many of her late father's classics with her. Don't be misled by the diminutive space. Sushi Erika offers an impressive array of maki, soups, and salads. The impeccably crafted rolls range from a California roll or bagel roll to battera, a pressed mackerel sushi roll. Signature rolls include the North Bay roll made with deep-fried scallops and crab salad topped with two types of fish roe, masago, spicy mayo, and kimchi sauce.
Sushi Yasu Tanaka
140 NE 39th St., Miami305-456-3070
miamarket.comTucked inside the Design District's Mia Market, Sushi Yasu Tanaka defies food hall expectations with a refined, intimate sushi counter helmed by chef Yasu Tanaka, formerly of the Den at Azabu (which was once Michelin-rated). The pared-down tasting menu features pristine sashimi, delicate hand rolls, and perfectly seasoned nigiri made with premium fish and freshly prepared specialty rice. With no frills or Americanized rolls, the focus here is on craftsmanship, quality, and a front-row seat to a truly elevated sushi experience.
Uchi
252 NW 25th St., Miami305-995-0915
uchimiami.comThis Wynwood spot has truly become a staple. James Beard Award-winning chef Tyson Cole brings top-tier sushi to Wynwood at Uchi, where the menu features makimono, sushi, sashimi, and pristine Toyosu Market selections flown in from Tokyo. Just one bite of red barracuda, butterfish, or black bream can transport you straight to Japan, showcasing sushi as a true journey in flavor and texture. For the full experience, choose from three omakase options, including six- and ten-course tastings or a vegan version.
