Imoto was a lovely spot for a quiet date night. Unlike its sister restaurant, Buccan, it's dimly lit with subtle vibe. I went on a Monday evening and was seated at the sushi bar promptly. We ordered a variety of sashimi and nigiri. All were fresh and delicious. My only complaint is everthing was single serving, so we were basically forced to order 6 of each item. It would have been nice to have a few combo platters to choose from. All in all, it was a great experience and the food was top notch! read more

Imoto - Japanese Near Me - Palm Beach, Florida

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Where do I start!? Imoto has officially taken over my #1 sushi spot. Our orders: Crudo: Hamachi Sashimi - unreal. The pomegranate seeds paired with the text of the hamachi... divine. Nigiri(s): Seared Scallop - with foie!? I could have eaten 20. My absolute favorite bite. Seared Yellowtail. Can never go wrong with jalapeno and yellowtail. Bluefin toro topped with caviar. My heavens. The delicious didn't stop. For sushi rolls: Daimyo. One of our typical go-to rolls at any sushi place but the quality of fish in this dims the light of any roll I've had. The Super Salmon, no crazy ingredients. Just perfect execution. Our server was phenomenal, drinks were always filled, suggestions were perfection. This cozy spot will definitely be added to our date night rotation. read more

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One of the best restaurants on the island. A wonderful, dimly-lit, intimate ambiance with enough people in the room to create that buzz you're looking for without cramping it. The drinks are tasty and the food even better. I love the: -Imoto roll -Super salmon roll -Seared eel nigiri -Hamachi crispy rice -Mushrooms -Tuna sliders -Miso cod lettuce cups -Fresh wasabi The service is consistently excellent as well. Truly a hidden gem through and through! read more

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I thoroughly enjoyed Imoto. We started with the pork belly fried rice (not pictured) and that was delicious! Also, how amazing that you can also order off of Buccan's menu while dining at Imoto (like the sweet corn agnolotti-TDF!). What a win-win! I can't say any of the sushi blew me away (hence the 4stars) but the fish was flavorful and fresh. Service was great. Ambiance was dim and romantic. Loved it! read more

Imoto - Japanese Near Me - Palm Beach, Florida

Been here a few times now, it's pretty good. The fish quality is high. The price is definitely expensive. We got rolls, nigiri, sashimi, a bunch of appetizers. Some of the appetizers were lackluster like fried rice but overall was a good experience. Service a little bit slow. For example, we waited for water for a long time for water. kept trying to make eye contact but nobody was coming our way. Would recommend if you want good quality fish. That's a very small place though so if you have a bigger group definitely make a reservation read more

Excellent service and amazing food. We went here for a date after a day at the Norton and it was the perfect way to cap off our day. Miso cod lettuce cups were great, all the sushi was well prepared, had a hamachi tataki with a rhubarb compote and pickled mustard seed. It was elegant, Michelin star food done with elegance. read more

Great atmosphere with unbelievable food. Serious the Australian wagyu can never go wrong. Along with the duck tacos. Top 2 best dishes with the pork fried rice right behind. The drinks were okay but nothing to rave about. We had a lychee martini (good) and the matcha latte cocktail (not our fave) Valet parking in front of the restaurant makes it convenient to not worry about palm beach parking. The service is fantastic, very on top of it our server was kind and helpful always refilling drinks and moving plates. Highly recommend! read more

Imoto - Bottom duck tacos Middle tuna tar tar Top crispy rice - Japanese Near Me - Palm Beach, Florida

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This has got to be some of the freshest sushi I've ever had! I'm a big sushi lover with trying many places all over the country. Imoto at Buccan has got to be on top of my list. Michelin where're you at? This needs to be a Michelin restaurant asap. Kassandra my server was extremely nice and had great recommendations. She made sure to check on me after each bite. I was sitting at the bar and the chefs were quick and thorough in their processes. 10/10 would recommend. I will definitely be back! read more

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This was my first time visiting Imoto. They have valet parking, but we were able to park for free on the street 1 block north of the restaurant. It's a small restaurant, but we were warmly greeted by the hostess when we arrived. There were real candles at each table, and we were immediately offered tap or sparkling water when we sat down. The lighting is very low, so we both struggled a little reading the menu. I ordered the Bordeaux wine, and it paired well with my dinner. We were also given warm wet towels to clean our hands before the food was served. Our server, Grace, was super nice and made great suggestions for dinner. We ordered the peking duck tacos to share as an appetizer. They were cooked perfectly and had a nice blend of flavors and textures. I liked the crunch of the carrots and crispy duck skin. For the main course I had the Wagyu ribeye with white rice. It was tender with a mild flavor. The barrel aged soy sauce glaze went well with the steak. My husband had the miso cod lettuce cups. He said they had a unique flavor. He liked the lettuce cups, versus a lettuce wrap. Our favorite part of the meal, hands down, was the bananas foster butter cake with graham cracker streusel, caramelized bananas and banana-rum ice cream. That was probably the best dessert I've ever had. The warm chocolate chip cookies with sea salt were also good. The bathrooms were immaculate. It was a little hard to talk due to the noise level in the restaurant, but maybe we're just getting old. read more

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My favorite restaurant in the Palm Beach area! First stopped into Imoto a couple months ago, and have found myself going once a week, ever since! The restaurant is dimly lit, and always has a cool/fun music list playing (always a "vibe"). Completely different ambiance than its neighbor, Buccan, on purpose. Easy to park, because they offer complimentary valet. The sushi here is FRESH, the flavors are unique, and the service is 10/10. Carly is usually our bartender (we eat dinner at the bar just to have her) and she's phenomenal. She has radiant energy and always makes our date nights fun!! On top of her great personality, she'll put a twist on any drink you want (makes exquisite drinks). Sammy and Ashley are also excellent bartenders with fun personalities. Over the past few weeks, we have tried the Peking duck tacos, lobster potstickers, hamachi sashimi, tuna tartare, hamachi crispy rice, Galbi marinated Australian wagyu beef, special nigiri (yellowtail, tuna, Japanese snapper, uni, bluefin toro, seared yellowtail, seared king salmon), and classic nigiri (yellowtail, bluefin toro). My absolute favorite items on the menu are the lobster dumplings, crispy rice hamachi, and the special nigiri- however EVERYTHING is great! For dessert, you can't leave without ordering the chocolate chip cookies with Malton sea salt (with the addition of an ice cream scoop and/or glass of milk). The cookies are sprinkled with large chunks of sea salt, and come out of the oven warm and gooey. All the plates are small, but relatively good sizes (more food than expected on each). Definitely a pricey restaurant (although fair), but I think this is the only restaurant on the Island that is worth the price, and the hype. Will continue to return here weekly! Note: you can order off the Buccan menu, while dining at Imoto! read more

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If you're looking for the best sushi in Palm Beach, Imoto is it. I've dined here a few times, and it never disappoints. The intimate setting, top-notch quality, and creative menu make it an absolute must-visit. Drinks The cocktail and sake selection is fantastic. My go-to drinks are the Forbidden Snow Lychee Sake, which is lightly sweet and refreshing with a touch of Prosecco, and the Sake-Tini, a perfectly balanced mix of vodka, sake, and cucumber. Appetizers & Small Plates The rock shrimp tempura is a must--crispy, perfectly fried, and served with a flavorful dipping sauce on the side. The Peking duck tacos are another favorite, packed with rich duck flavor and a great balance of textures. If you're a fan of rice dishes, the char siu pork belly fried rice is an absolute winner, with perfectly cooked rice and tender, flavorful pork belly. For sashimi, both the Hamachi crudo and Japanese snapper crudo are insanely good--fresh, buttery, and beautifully prepared. The Japanese snapper crudo stands out with the pistachios, which add a nice crunch to every bite, balancing the delicate fish beautifully. Rolls & Wood-Fired Dishes I've tried several of their rolls, and you really can't go wrong. Some standouts include: * Naruto Maki Roll (wrapped in cucumber for a lighter, refreshing bite) * Super Salmon Roll (packed with fresh salmon, a salmon lover's dream) * Spicy Seared Yellowtail Roll (great balance of spice and smokiness) * Dancing Eel Roll (rich, flavorful, and so satisfying) If you're craving something from the wood-fired grill, the galbi-marinated Wagyu beef is an absolute must--tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. Reservations & Parking Reservations are highly recommended, especially during peak dinner hours. The restaurant is cozy, so tables fill up quickly. I've seen some people manage to grab seats at the bar for walk-ins, but if you want a guaranteed table, it's best to book in advance. Parking is convenient--there's valet parking, or you can find street parking nearby and take a short walk. Another great perk is that Imoto is connected to Buccan, so if you're in the mood, you can even mix and match from both menus. Pricing * Small plates & appetizers: $15-$30 * Rolls & sashimi: $18-$35 * Wood-fired dishes: $19-$23 The quality justifies the price, and I always leave feeling like it was well worth it. I love love love this place--best sushi in Palm Beach, hands down. If you're in the area, don't skip Imoto! read more

The place was amazing! best sushi i had in a long time, the fish was really fresh, lobster roll was amazing as well as the salmon . Definitely hit my spot. Chef's in the kitchen are working relaxed and with a great smile and you can reflect that on the quality of the food. Servers and bartenders were really nice and it looks like a healthy work-place. Will definitely be back read more

Quaint little restaurant next to its big sister Buccan. The food was solid. We had the lobster pot stickers, crispy rice Hamachi, galbi wagyu beef, Pork belly, fried rice ,seared main diver scallops. Seared king salmon nigiri, seared scallop nigiri, bluefin Toro Nigiri, Super salmon rolls, and another one with tuna. Wine selection by the bottle was excellent but I tried the SoFloTokyo cocktail because it was different (pistachio). Maybe too different for my liking. Ambience was ok- Tables are a bit close to each other. Service was attentive. read more

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Came here last night with friends and the food was fantastic! The edamame with soy and scallions was so delicious that I'd come back for that alone! We also had the pork belly fried rice, the short rib empanadas and the spicy pork tacos. I'd recommend everything we ordered and I can't wait to come back! read more

If your ever in the Palm Beach area and are looking for some quality Nigiri Imoto is the place for you! Between the ambiance and the quality of the fish you really can't go wrong! Not to mention you can also order off the Buccan menu! Service was great, waters were constantly being refilled and empty plates taken quickly. Would definitely recommend stopping by if you get the chance! read more

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Had an interesting time at Imoto and sat at the sushi bar in the back. The cocktail I had was the matcha latte. It was not very good and tasted nothing like a matcha latte. The food was good but some bites of nigiri were pretty overpriced coming in higher than Uchi in Wynwood but the bites weren't prepared as nicely nor do they offer chutoro or other high quality fatty tuna. While dining here, a very drunk man came and sat himself in the sushi bar seat next to me. The seats were reserved seats and he belligerently sat beside me for about 30 minutes before being removed. There is a front bar and several hostesses so how this happened was quite frustrating. His other drunk friends were then hanging out around us instead of at the front bar, and it really ruined my meal to the point where I took my already plated dessert to go. What kind of restaurant allows drunk people to walk around and sit in your reserved seats? I felt like I was at an Ale House, not paying 200 dollars per person for an omakase meal. I will not be back. This would never happen at Honor Bar or Palm Beach Grill. read more

Fantastic restaurant to try! I had been to Buccan before and then later learned about Imoto. Both are amazing restaurants! I particularly enjoy the fact that they have complimentary valet, specially considering the parking limitations around the area. Upon entering the restaurant, I just live the look and feel of the place. The dim lighting and limited seating allow for a really intimate experience, yet not too stuffy, and with great lounge music at just the right volume so you hear it but it doesn't compete with listening to your companion. The entire staff was perfectly attentive, allowing us to chat, but checking in regularly still to ensure we had anything we needed. The menu options are well varied, and you have some great options to choose from, with flavors that really challenge what you expect to taste on the dish. I was completely surprised and perplexed at how carefully structured the dishes were, and completely taken by surprise with the savoriness of some of the items I ordered where I expected completely different flavors on my palate. The fish was extremely fresh, and perfectly balanced across the different variations that we had. Really epic experience! read more

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I will start by saying that outside of the Daimyo roll, everything we ordered was excellent. We especially enjoyed the bluefin toro, snapper crudo, and super salmon roll. The reason for my review is a comment made by the bartender. We were enjoying our night celebrating Valentine's Day, and up until the very end we had a wonderful experience. As we went to pay the bill, the brunette bartender commented to the blonde "15% tip?". As someone who worked in the service industry for 8 years, if the service is good I always tip well over 20%. This comment was not only disrespectful, and never should have been said within earshot of a guest, but it ruined our entire experience and what was a beautiful night together. read more

My favorite sushi spot north of Miami. fish is fresh, service is always spectacular and attentive. It can feel a little crowded or claustrophobic at times but it's a small space in Palm beach and the food is worth it. read more

Restaurant smelled from the second we walked in. Dark uninviting and unimpressive interior. Smell was so bad we lost appetite and walked out. We ended up walking to Palm House whose F&B program is Nobu - now THATS how you dine Japenese in Palm Beach. read more

We sat at the bar Ashley our bar tender who works Wednesday and Thursday was so knowledgeable about the cocktails and the choices on the menu; we lasted hours sampling all the ama big options. The rest of the staff and management were so respectful and welcoming it was sad to have to leave and we cannot wait to return. This place is such a wonderful fusion of Asian delight with the decor to match and located centrally in Palm Beach island. read more

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Wanted to enjoy this very unique and intimate restaurant...however, while the ambiance was great, the food was average (at best) and our waiter smelled like he was breathing cigarette smoke onto our table every time he brought food or refilled our drinks. I feel like the issues should have been easy to solve but for whatever reason have not been. read more

Amazing sushi and superb service! Sally was the bartender and kept the drinks going and her customer service shows, not just with me but everyone at the bar. Okay the sushi was probably the best I've had in the WPB area. Sally had some great recommendations - Hamachi Sashimi for starters, spicy nigiri yellowtail, spicy seared yellowtail and spicy seared tuna. I will definitely come back! Mo was the host and was very nice to let me borrow the iPhone charger as my phone was about to die. Def a great restaurant where their employees go the extra mile. Oh and the jalapeño drinks were on point! read more

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Honestly, their sushi was bad. Fishy. The uni was NOT fresh. The Toro which should be buttery and rich tasting was dull and fishy. We walked away hoping we didn't get sick from it :( The highlight was the mushroom and broccolini dish, that was wonderful. The waygu beef was also very good, if you took off the sauce. Way too much sauce on it. read more

Great food and great vibe and very intimate. Great area to be in and the service was good and it was a busy night at the bar

Sunday evening was the third time I had dinner at Imoto. Just Wow! This place is by far my favorite sushi restaurant in Florida. This is for three particular reasons. The food , the ambience & to top it all off the bartender Carly. I met Carly the first time I went to Imoto. Her attentiveness , knowledge and kindness is top notch. Always a smile on her face and full of energy. When you go to Imoto make sure you meet this extraordinary amazing bartender/human Carly. See you all next week. read more

Officially the cutest "hole in the wall" with delicious and fresh plates: Must order: Peking duck buns - small but FILLED with so much flavor. Enough for two, maybe one, not more than two, trust me. Tuna tartar crude was fresh and delicious - the radish base was interesting but I prefer buccan's tuna crisp on wonton (you can order them from buccan FYI, they are sister restaurants) Galbi marinated wagyu beef literally melts in your mouth. Perfectly cooked and the side jalapeño cucumber onion salad is the perfect side for it. Spicy seared yellowtail w/ fried garlic - fresh and tasty but I wish the fried garlic was more pronounced Spicy tuna roll ---- the best on the island, fight me. Love the ambience and relaxed vibe here. Sitting at the bar is always fun. read more

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Made a reservation on open table for my husband's birthday and I am so happy that I did! This was our favorite meal during our trip to Florida, and we had explored seven different cities and eaten way too much food. Lobster dumplings 4/5: It was pretty yummy! The wrapper was not too thick and had not tough/hard parts (hate when that happens!). Tuna sliders 5/5: omg soooo good you guys! Order this for sure! The tuna was cooked perfectly so that it still had a raw center. The foie complimented the dish so well. I've never seen anyone do this combo, and I'm happy to say IT WORKS. Duck tacos 4/5: awesome flavors! Meat could have been just a tad more tender . Tuna tataki 4/5: tuna was super fresh and soft. I'm just picky and don't like ginger and there were bits and pieces of it everywhere lol! Otherwise enjoyed this dish. Seared toro and sear scallops: 5/5 both these nigiris absolutely must haves. The seared scallop nigiri is by far the best scallop nigiri I have ever had, and I eat a lot of sushi let me tell ya. This year Toro was incredible as well! Comes with a little foie too like the sliders. Dessert: Home baked cookies!!! I seldom see restaurants just serve straight up cookies for dessert and was so excited since it's my husband's favorite dessert and after all it was his birthday. They were perfect and topped with a little salt! Service: our waitress was so friendly and took good care of us, as did other staff members. read more

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This place is 10/10 on all features. The food is incredible, the staff are amazing and the atmosphere is everything you'd want for a nice night out. I recommend all of the nigiri, potstickers, yellowfin roll and I have to say they make a mean dirty martini with homemade bleu cheese olives. We will be back for sure! read more

Every dish was delicious! We had at least one dish from each category (share, crudo, teppanyaki, rolls, etc) and they were all good in different ways. Drinks were good too. Our waitress was amazing and had great recommendations. Ambiance was nice with candlelit dining. It seems guests were dressed up - smart or business casual mostly. read more

Great quality fish and attentive service but a little pricey. Quiet enough for conversations.

Had the absolute best night! Vanessa was the best waitress ever, made our night fantastic! The food was phenomenal and the service was outstanding. Could not ask for more! read more

the food is spectacular. ashley the bartender is amazing, attentive and super nice . give her a raise !!!! definitely try the tuna tartare & the tuna slider 1000/10 read more

Imoto - Tuna Foie Slider - Japanese Near Me - Palm Beach, Florida

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I don't understand the hype. I think did not like anything at all. The hamachi crispy rice was so fishy and bad tasting that we had to send it back The wagyu steak was smothered in a disgusting sauce that ruined it The only positive was our wonderful server and how pretty the restaurant is read more

Imoto was nothing short of amazing. It was cozy and intimate and very popular. All the menu options seemed so good which led us to ordering quite a bit of food. We ate everything, down to dessert. We started off with the Peking duck tacos which were so good and just the right size for an appetizer. Next we got the grilled bare roots farm bok choy, steak tartare, hamachi kama and 3 sushi rolls (spicy yellowtail roll, Daimyo roll and the spicy tuna roll - my favorite was the Daimyo roll). Everything was amazing and I can't wait to go back again! The complimentary valet was great and the waitress was very knowledgeable on the menu. We even learned that you can order from Imoto's sister restaurant Buccan which was a nice surprise. For dessert we got the 100 grand bar and it was decadent and rich which balanced out nicely with the ice cream. I just wish there was more ice cream with the dish. I would totally recommend Imoto - definitely going on my top 5 restaurants of all time list! We'll be back soon! read more

Imoto - 100 grand bar - Japanese Near Me - Palm Beach, Florida

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My wife and I favorite place period in palm beach county. Have hosted birthday and business dinners here. You have to get the Brussels sprouts and the lobster pot stickers. All sashimi and sushi roles are great. But the servers from the hostess to our favorite sever Deseree (hope spelling is right) are the absolute best! This place again is our favorite place in town. Get a reservation. Ask for D and fall in love. #EnjoyLife read more

We had a reservation for 9 and got seated when we arrived around 8:50. We ordered a bottle of white wine. Along with ordering many appetizers. First we had the lobster dumplings and the Peking duck tacos, both were amazing. And because we liked the appetizer menu so much and hadn't been before we decided on a couple more appetizers. We got the pork belly fried rice which was our favorite app and then we tried the rock shrimp tempura which wasn't anything special, good but wouldn't order again over the other options. We ended with a spicy tuna roll and a by the piece nigiri which were awesome! Great service and great food read more

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Dined at Imoto on a Sunday night. Good atmosphere, in the heart of Palm Beach, one of the poshest places in America, a few miles from Mar-a-Lago. As far as the meal, the BBQ spare ribs were excellent. Seared Yellowtail, Unagi, Rainbow Roll, Scallop, and Salmon were all are delicious. Good wine list. too. I ordered the Ten To Chi sake which went well with the meal. I highly recommend Imoto. The only issue was that the sushi took quite a while, not sure if the kitchen was understaffed that evening, but at least the server warned us. The scallops were so good, we ordered a second serving of two pieces, but they had WAY too much salt spice powder on them and were barely edible. The server comped us for the scallops and I've decided to not let the over-spiced second serving of scallops change my 5/5 rating. read more

Imoto - BBQ Spare Ribs, yum! - Japanese Near Me - Palm Beach, Florida

Everything about our experience at Imoto was incredible. The service was outstanding. Our server was so enthusiastic and helpful. We were never rushed- we are so used to being in and out in restaurants in New York. The food was unbelievable. It's a great place for sharing small plates and getting to try different things. The two most memorable dishes were the broccolini and mushroom and the bananas foster butter cake, but everything else was exceptional as well. read more

This is absolutely at the top of the list for us in Palm Beach. There is a great vibe and a little bit quieter than next-door at Buccan. The sushi is fabulous, the duck tacos are very good and a recent addition to the menu is miso black cod some of the best I've had. The service is excellent with a staff that is very seasoned and takes it very seriously. read more