Diners' Choice: Japanese restaurants in Orlando

4.9

4.9 (137)

$50 and over

Japanese

Winter Park

About the restaurant

We are a team of young and inspired professionals taking down the walls between kitchen and guests and taking you on a culinary adventure. Immerse yourself in a progressive tasting menu focusing on the simple, yet luxurious, ingredients around the world with deep inspiration from Japanese cuisine.

We challenge the seasons, navigate beyond the limits of time and break with tradition— getting playful with process and tricky with techniques at the intersection of place and possibility.

At Ômo we offer a unique and exclusive experience to only 16 guest at a time. The journey starts in the living room with a welcome drink and snacks, then you are transported into the main counter overlooking the kitchen where you will enjoy all the savory bites in an interactive environment. At the end, you will transition to the pastry parlor to continue your experience with sweet bites and after dinner drinks.

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Amy

Dined on Feb 26, 2025

What a unique experience! While not everything on the menu is something that I’d want again, it was really fun to try different things. The pastry parlor was the star for us! The staff, across the board, was phenomenal! We highly recommend that adventurous eaters try this at least once!

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Dragonfly - Robata Grill & Sushi

4.9

4.9 (2630)

$31 to $50

Japanese

I Drive / Sand Lake

About the restaurant

FIVE-time Florida Trend Golden Spoon Award (2015 – 19) winner, Dragonfly Robata Grill & Sushi features authentic modern Japanese gastropub cuisine.

Our diverse menu features sushi, steak, veggies, seafood, noodles, and rice dishes, but a must-try on your visit—your favorite(s) from our robatayaki (robata) grill. One of the nation’s first to use traditional robata grilling techniques & white-oak (binchōtan) charcoal, our team has perfected the art of grilling using the smokeless 1,000° heat of binchotān to unlock the natural flavors of vegetables and proteins.

A favorite of locals, conventioneers, and tourists, Dragonfly is centrally located 3 miles from the Orange County Convention Center and IDrive, 4 miles from Universal, and 5 miles from Disney. Whether you’re looking to host a private event, chef’s table dinner, enjoy a fountain-side patio or just relax in the lounge, we’ve got you covered. Join us and share in our #artfulflavors!

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MichelleVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Amazing food and well priced. The ambience could be improved with some work on the acoustics and maybe some booths to make dining more intimate and less diner-like although that will likely affect the price.

Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Winter Garden, FL | Flamingo Crossings

4.7

4.7 (222)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Four Corners

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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MikkiVIP

Dined 2 days ago

The hostess had issues placing our party at tables. Initially and recently, we were told to call ahead of time to request two adjacent tables (separate cooking burners) since my daughter has a severe food allergy to some of their menu items. This was related to the hostess. She started getting an attitude and had to speak with someone else before seating us. Rude way to start the night to celebrate a birthday dinner.

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Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - Celebration / Kissimmee

4.7

4.7 (3379)

$30 and under

Japanese

Kissimmee

About the restaurant

Kobé is known for offering its guests a unique Teppanyaki dining experience and doing so with its very own blend of fun and flare at its 13 Central Florida locations. We provide a unique dining experience that offers an exciting and vibrant environment for guests to gather and celebrate over delicious food and drinks.

Due to our unique communal seating arrangement at our teppanyaki table, please expect a short wait time with your reservation upon checking in with your complete party. We offer limited online booking availability, with communal seating, for large parties 11-20. For large parties requesting a booking outside of online availability, parties 20+, and parties requesting private tables please contact your preferred Kobé location by completing our online inquiry form at https://kobesteakhouse.com/banquets/to reserve through a manager with a banquet menu. We cannot guarantee that reservations booked separately will be sat together.

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nicholette

Dined 4 days ago

Dan was our chef. We enjoyed him. Connie was our server. Very attentive. They sang the bday song and gave a free cupcake which was so good. Every time we come to florida, we frequent kobe. We were a family of 10. The food portions are very big and everything was very good.

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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Orlando, FL | Dr. Phillips (Restaurant Row)

4.8

4.8 (1629)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Doctor Phillips

About the restaurant

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.

Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!

Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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Emmie

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing food, friendly staff. Charise is an excellent server! You must go here when in Orlando.

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Umi - Winter Park

4.7

4.7 (970)

$30 and under

Japanese

Winter Park

About the restaurant

Umi offers a unique twist to the Japanese cuisine found here in Central Florida. The chefs prepare each menu item utilizing meticulous methods starting from the preparation all the way down to the execution. Presented to you are bold dishes that express refinement and art. Let yourself be treated to a gastronomic dining experience and share dishes with your friends and family cooked from our authentic robata grill, kitchen and the sushi bar. Experience the Japanese and worldly flavors that have inspired the menu. Our chefs select only the finest and freshest produce, seafood and meats sourced locally and from around the world, ensuring that each handmade dish is prepared just for you.

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Elizabeth

Dined 1 day ago

10/10 every time! High quality, fresh food with many diverse flavors. Outstanding service and quaint, comfortable atmosphere. One of our favorite restaurants that we frequent in Winter Park Florida. We highly recommend!

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - Alafaya

4.6

4.6 (2662)

$30 and under

Japanese

Waterford Lakes

About the restaurant

Kobé is known for offering its guests a unique Teppanyaki dining experience and doing so with its very own blend of fun and flare at its 13 Central Florida locations. We provide a unique dining experience that offers an exciting and vibrant environment for guests to gather and celebrate over delicious food and drinks.

Due to our unique communal seating arrangement at our teppanyaki table, please expect a short wait time with your reservation upon checking in with your complete party. We offer limited online booking availability, with communal seating, for large parties 11-20. For large parties requesting a booking outside of online availability, parties 20+, and parties requesting private tables please contact your preferred Kobé location by completing our online inquiry form at https://kobesteakhouse.com/banquets/to reserve through a manager with a banquet menu. We cannot guarantee that reservations booked separately will be sat together.

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JeanetteT

Dined 4 days ago

Experience and dinner were great as always! Celebrated our sons birthday, and we all had a great time. Thank you

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Oza Izakay

4.7

4.7 (68)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Williamsburg

About the restaurant

Meticulously crafted from a desire to bring people closer together, Oza Izakaya serves to surround our guests with pure bliss. Every bite, every sip, and every moment is designed for your enjoyment and to make memories alongside those you cherish. Taking inspiration from the stars, “uoza” or 魚座 celebrates Pisces, the fish in the sky, and our team wants to provide a similarly celestial experience for you.

An izakaya is a place where you can unwind, have a drink, and laugh with family and friends. It’s a home away from home. And we want to welcome you home.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Heard about this place through instagram and thought i’d check it out for date night. Dim lighting and amazing music. The drinks were spectacular and the wagyu gyozas were a 10/10. I would definitely come here again for a girls night, date night or any special occasion. The waiters were also very kind to explain the menu to us. 100% recommend!!

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - Kirkman

4.6

4.6 (2081)

$30 and under

Japanese

Doctor Phillips

About the restaurant

Kobé is known for offering its guests a unique Teppanyaki dining experience and doing so with its very own blend of fun and flare at its 13 Central Florida locations. We provide a unique dining experience that offers an exciting and vibrant environment for guests to gather and celebrate over delicious food and drinks.

Due to our unique communal seating arrangement at our teppanyaki table, please expect a short wait time with your reservation upon checking in with your complete party. We offer limited online booking availability, with communal seating, for large parties 11-20. For large parties requesting a booking outside of online availability, parties 20+, and parties requesting private tables please contact your preferred Kobé location by completing our online inquiry form at https://kobesteakhouse.com/banquets/to reserve through a manager with a banquet menu. We cannot guarantee that reservations booked separately will be sat together.

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Vivian1982

Dined 6 days ago

Love the food and the atmosphere. Is one of those places my kid usually goes to.

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Kobe Japanese Steakhouse - International Drive

4.7

4.7 (2434)

$30 and under

Japanese

Downtown Orlando

About the restaurant

Kobé is known for offering its guests a unique Teppanyaki dining experience and doing so with its very own blend of fun and flare at its 12 Central Florida locations. It may surprise you to know that Kobé is family owned and operated. We provide a unique dining experience that offers an exciting and vibrant environment for guests to gather and celebrate over delicious food and drinks.

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SusanVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Too much food! But so good!! Never disappoints! Our chef, Chris, was excellent and our server, Cam, was on top of everything- with a smile!

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