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    Kadence

    4.9 (164 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSushi Bars, Japanese
    Closed 4:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    KADENCE ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Intimate
    Romantic
    Classy

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    Simran B.

    My mom and I went to Kadence for a nice dinner when she was in town. We had done Soseki before and I was hoping for a similar experience. I don't know whether it was specific to the group we had there that night, but this was so much more fun. The food at Kadence was as excellent as soseki with a few more unexpected twists, but the atmosphere was much more friendly and social. While soseki felt very formal when I went, all of the groups here were chatting with each other and the chef the entire time. The couple running this place were so much fun to chat with and they told us so much about the operation. Their son also made an appearance and he was so sweet! We also loved this place's cocktails, they've got some creative stuff that I've never seen before. The sake was also a great selection. We got the flight and it was delicious. Food wise, this place is just incredible from a perspective of freshness, presentation, flavor, really everything. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking to try a friendly omakase.

    Birthday treat
    Jensine C.

    Absolutely loved my experience here for a belated birthday present. The space is small, but packed with fresh and amazing flavors. I shared the sushi omekase for two and can't honestly tell you exactly one thing, but EVERYTHING was delicious! Loved all the 11 different fish (technically the last one is a sea urchin or uni). We also had to try the shrimp tempura, slow braised pork, and the grilled sirloin. Highly recommend the pork and sirloin and a game changer from the sushi. I most definitely am coming back, but I hope the air conditioning is fixed cuz it was a scorcher in the bar seating since the remodel.

    Peter L.

    Kadence Omakase Experience If you're looking for a true omakase experience in Orlando, Kadence is easily one of the most refined and intimate dining journeys you can have. From the moment you sit at the counter, it feels less like dinner and more like watching edible art come to life -- every course curated, intentional, and beautifully executed. First -- yes, it's expensive. Very expensive. But honestly, you're not just paying for sushi... you're paying for technique, sourcing, and a Michelin-level experience that's rare to find locally. The multi-course tasting menu is chef-driven, meaning each bite evolves based on seasonal ingredients and creativity.   Standout Menu Highlights:     *    Delicate nigiri selections showcasing seasonal fish     *    Monkfish liver (ankimo) and luxurious seafood courses     *    Bluefin tuna variations and beautifully brushed soy nigiri     *    Sea urchin, roe, and other premium bites throughout the progression     *    Creative kappo-style dishes like miso-braised brisket or ramen-inspired courses depending on the night     *    Light, elegant desserts like kakigori or ice cream to finish   Every piece is hand-formed right in front of you, brushed with house soy sauce and served immediately -- no extra sauce needed. The pacing is calm and intentional, allowing you to truly appreciate each flavor and texture. Sake & Beverage Program: Their sake selection deserves its own spotlight. Kadence offers curated sake flights and pairings -- from a 3-glass tasting to more immersive "voyage" pairings designed to complement the omakase progression. The team are certified sake professionals, and their recommendations elevate the entire experience.   Some options include:     *    Sake Flight (multiple pours)     *    Sake Voyage pairing     *    Fantastic Voyage premium sake tasting     *    Tea tastings for a non-alcoholic pairing Atmosphere & Experience: The setting is intimate, minimalist, and incredibly focused -- only a handful of seats, which makes it feel exclusive but still welcoming. Service is attentive without being stiff, and you can really feel the passion behind every course. Price & Value: Let's be real -- this is a splurge. Omakase here can run around $300+ per person before drinks, and reservations sell out quickly. But for a Michelin-recognized sushi experience in Orlando, it absolutely delivers.   Final Thoughts: Kadence isn't an everyday dinner -- it's a special-occasion destination. If you love sushi, sake, and thoughtfully crafted tasting menus, this place is unforgettable. Expensive? Yes. Worth it? Also yes.

    Gabi E.

    I have nothing but amazing things to say about Kadence. The staff were so kind and welcoming and sat us immediately, pouring us a glass of water and taking our drink orders. I had pre-ordered the Sushi Selection for Two and the Scallop Uni Ikura Don. However, they were out of scallop, so they were able to substitute that for Tuna Tartare. We added on the squid karaage, salmon roe, and knifejaw sushi and finished out with warabimochi for dessert. The portions were great and we left feeling satisfied. Everything was INCREDIBLE. I don't think there was a single thing I didn't like. It was a very intimate experience with limited seating at the bar, but we liked not feeling over crowded. It was so fun to watch everyone in the kitchen and the playlist was so good. Overall, we had such a great time and they made my fiancé feel so special on his birthday. We can't wait to come back for more!

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    Anita L.

    I've been a fan of Kadence since the East End days, so I was so lucky to snag a seat to their Tuesday seating called Tour de Kadence, which is pricer than their standard omakase but limited to one seating a night for up to 5 patrons. It took about 3 hours and consisted of 2 amuse bouche, 16 courses, and 3 desserts (one of which was a customer's birthday cake!)- I couldn't upload them all due to Yelp's photo limit! It was a very relaxed service - we had some interesting dishes like conger eel, Dover sole raw and fried, three types of otoro, and sukiyaki style wagyu. Jen made an amazing blueberry sesame cheesecake as a birthday cake and we all got to have a piece! We also got a goodie bag with an onigiri and mini matcha milk. I sadly live out of state now but I was happy to experience Kadence's Michelin era and am glad Mark and Jen have maintained such an inviting and unpretentious experience. I always recommend Kadence to anyone going to Orlando - it's a great place for sushi and it's always fun to talk to Mark, Jen, and the other customers. I hope I can try their Japanese breakfast one day, which a lot of folks have raved about!

    Sashimi platter was everything.

    Nondescript building - check. Lack of signage - check. Minimalist aesthetic - check. 8 seat capacity - check. Today's date on menu - check. Use of some actual wasabi - check. Re-crystallized salt - check. Customer in kimono + obi - check. Chef spoke Japanese - check. Downplaying own skill - check. Easily Michelin Star grade. Truly next level. 6/5.

    Tuna
    Elle L.

    We love omakase and Kadence is like no other with the vibe! Love the old skool music. We think one of the other patrons was friends with the chef, and before we knew it, we were ALL doing sake bombs! We had the most lit lunch ever! So much fun with strangers, food was amazing, and we look forward to coming back sometime!

    Gam M.

    Kadence is still one of the best omakase experience you can get in Orlando. I've been going back several times for dinner service, lunch service, and their i&i room. They really deliver quality food and service every single time. You can't beat their fish quality and I love the additional dishes they serve beyond the sushi. The i&i room is so creative and the chefs really add their Filipino influence to the food. The ambience is so intimate yet causal and relaxing. Chefs always talk to you like you're friends and not very stuffy like many Michelin star restaurants. I highly recommend Kadence! I would go there more often if I'm rich lol

    Chris A.

    This was my final one of the four Michelin Starred restaurants in Orlando. I came here one chilly night in December, waiting for a mystery tasting menu that promised plenty of delicious, fresh fish. Their menu isn't online, and I like that. No one can get mad if a dish is missing due to unexpectedly low-quality ingredients, no one can get mad if a dish is added on because of unexpectedly high-quality ingredients. It's a surprise, a true omakase. You walk in, and the waiting area/bar is plastered with a wild, colorful, Asian-inspired mural that will keep your head spinning around looking at it for the entire time you're waiting to be seated. Then, the curtain is pulled back, and our super small seating of six people got seated, and the show began. There was the standard omakase offering of the sake pairing, but what I thought was neat was the non-alcoholic tea pairing that they offered. I jumped on that, and I'm glad I did. We started sipping on our drinks, and then the show began. I absolutely do not remember every detail of my meal, and I wouldn't share them with you even if I did. But I will give you some highlights. The show started off with a surprising soup, hope you're feeling adventurous. Then, a super large, super fresh oyster and some offal. These simple dishes really focus on highlighting one super quality ingredients, and pairing it with a minimal amount of ingredients just to really make the best parts of these ingredients pop on your palette. I loved it. The fresh fish dishes at the beginning of the meal were exquisite. Marinating in various delicious liquids, or just lightly smoked, as to not cook the meat, and the cuts they gave us were so thick, so the taste and texture of the fish were on full display and very apparent. I was pleased. Kind of the same thing with the sashimi course. Some fresh tuna, some blow-torched snapper, thick cuts, great texture. I was a fan. The only complaint I do have, and this is minor, is that some omakases I've been to, they go out of their way to tell us about each species of fish and where they were caught from and what notes to look out for when eating the fish. Small, but I do like that touch. Then comes the nigiri coursesss. A lot of prep work as the guy sliced it all up right in front of us, displaying his professional knife skills, I was very jealous. And then boom, one piece after another of huge pieces of fish with a small accoutrement to help the taste. Very good stuff. Very unique fish that you don't run into very often in Orlando. Then, winding down the meal, came a warm duck soup with some udon noodles. Very good. Deep flavors in that broth. And finally, desserts! A light, fruity bar with edible flowers and some granola-stuff for texture. Good. And finally finally, a matcha-themed tiramisu for the birthday we were celebrating. So delicious. So the meal was done and over with. I was very full and very pleased. I had only seen this move done at three star places, but we got a goodie bag to go home! A creamy, chilled green tea. And a poke bowl. Both meant for breakfast the next morning. This kind of added flair will get them that second star if they keep this up. Overall, this was an incredible experience. There were a million pros, and only that one con I mentioned earlier. If you can swing it, and if you like fresh seafood, you must come here.

    Chef making everything just as beautiful as it tasted
    Juliette L.

    Kadence is a once in a lifetime dining experience! It is a very pricey dinner, but it was worth every penny. The intimate setting, experienced and personable chef and staff, and the incredible food, my husband and I loved every bite!

    Liyike J.

    Let's just say it's a Japanese restaurant with a Filipino dessert twist. Seems like they offer dessert tasting/bento that's worth trying. Didn't realize this place was already a hidden gem in Orlando.

    Demi A.

    My experience here was nothing short of exceptional. The food was absolutely delicious. The chefs were amazing. The music selection was dope. The intimacy of the place (only 8 people per dining session) was meticulous. I also opted in for the 8 course sake pairing (SO WORTH IT). If you get a chance to make a reservation, DO IT. Note* make sure you are a fan of fish, and not a picky eater because all 20 courses are unique and selectively chosen by the chef the day of.

    One of the sakes from the Sake Voyage
    Orlando S.

    Made a reservation before they got their Michelin star and happy that we did. Loved everything about the experience. The restaurant is small by design - 8-seats available for lunch and dinner. Lunch is 145 before tax and dinner is I think 225. Reservations are required for lunch and dinner. Reservations times are dropped about monthly and book up fast! Kadence is omakase style which means the chef chooses the items you'll get. The owners, Mark and Jen were great at explaining each dish and made the experience fun. All of the sushi was fresh and tasted amazing. I got the sake voyage which is a selection of 5 different sakes which are served through the meal. Jen, curates the voyage and decides which sakes will be served. They were all good with some lighter and sweeter than others. They have a sake flight with 3 sakes and another option with 7 sakes, all at different price points. Note: they play a wide range of music which includes some unedited songs. You almost feel like you're at a friends house - to me in a good way. However If this is a problem for you, you may want to avoid it. I'll definitely be back.

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    we cannot wait to go back !!!! best sushi i've ever bad by far - if you appreciate good sushi you would love this

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    Has anyone had their Omakase set? Is it too expensive for date night or is it worth it?

    During certain months, they offer a walk-in menu which is posted on Instagram. They offer a range of seatings, month pending, so it is the ideal date night if you're looking to impress someone. Being nine seats, it is very intimate, and the chefs… 

    How long should I allow for lunch? Looking forward to my upcoming reservation.

    They started at 12:00 and we left the building at 1:45 pm. This was my experience.

    Can anyone tell me how many courses are included with dinner? Also what the difference is in the early dinner vs late dinner. Notice the slight price difference.

    Hi Kyle, thanks for the question! Our dinner experience is anywhere from 10-18 courses, depending on what we're serving, but it's always filling! It includes a sushi tasting (nigiri style, served piece by piece) as well as a few other dishes. It… 

    Is there a different menu for lunch and dinner?

    Yes. The dinner has more items. They are always different.

    What is the matinee dinner? How does it differ from Lunch or Regular dinner?

    Earlier and fewer courses, but just as delicious, intimate, and filling as the others I would imagine. The experience felt very special.

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