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    Kampai Japanese Restaurant

    4.1 (372 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Sushi/sashimi boat for 2!
    Gigliola D.

    This has been my families favorite Sushi place for years and it has never let us down! After a few months of not going we went for dinner last weekend. We were happily surprised to see that they updated the furniture and menus. The upgrade gave it a great facelift and makes the place seem more modern. The food though that is still consistently delicious. We had fried dumplings that were just right. For our entree we did the famous boat for 2 (we are family of 3). This is usually our family order but we added an extra roll. The sushi and sashimi were fresh and mouthwatering. The eel nigiri is my favorite and it had a big piece of eel, Yum! The boat for 2 fed the 3 of us and my husband still took some home. The servers are always friendly and always checking in to see if we need anything. So if you are looking for great sushi and a nice price this is the place to go!

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    Mia R.

    Kampai is a lil sushi spot in Miami. I heard that they've been around forever and, walking in, it felt a big nostalgic even if I've never been there before. It reminded me a bit of a sushi spot I used to work at in high school- intimate and a pretty extensive menu. Parking can be a bit tough but we were lucky to find a spot easily this time around. When you walk inside, there are two sides and I heard it can sometimes be a bit of a wait for a table. The service was great and pretty fast. We ended up ordering two rolls and the Tom Kha chicken soup. The soup was probably my favorite out of everything. I think the rolls would have been my favorite but I think the rice was a little too damp. I think this was just a one time experience for that so I would like to come back and try the rolls again because the flavors were great!

    Boat for three
    Alexa C.

    If you want sushi this is a place to go. It is a small, cute restaurant. We called to make a reservation and right when we got there we were seated. There is an option to sit either up stairs which is the traditional sitting on the floor or down stairs where there is chairs. All the servers were attentive and very helpful. We ordered a couple appetizers, sushi rolls and a boat. The fish for the sashimi and nigiri was fresh.

    Salad, miso soup, spicy octopus
    Amanda G.

    Delicious food, amazing prices and amazing service. Parking is a little hard but it's always packed for a reason. Just do yourself a favor and try this place out.

    Caliente Roll
    Yvelin R.

    A friend recommended this place a while ago. We originally first visited over a year ago, and again recently (last week). It's not a fancy place but that doesn't bother me much. It's still welcoming and the service was good both times. The first time we came I remember they had a lunch menu with specials. It was not available on this last visit, but they normally still have it. This time we ordered a Crispy Rice appetizer dish with tuna. Loved it! For rolls, we picked two that were fully cooked, the Caliente roll (wish fish) and another one with salmon (can't recall name now). The person I visited with is allergic to shellfish so I had to skip on other options. Caliente roll was tastier, as the salmon one had no flavor, but still not what I'd pick again. What saved the day was the appetizer! Parking is limited.

    Yellow Tail
    Melanie L.

    Amazing Japanese and Thai food! Every plate we've ordered has always been delicious and abundant. The staff is always so welcoming and friendly and will recognize you by face once you go there a few times. It's always busy but you get seated without waiting too long. Ambiance is nice and you can also sit at the bar and see them make sushi!

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    Food and service was great. Reasonably priced. The only thing that sucks is the parking.

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    Listen. I'll keep it short. The restaurant is small and simple. The food is amazing and they have food portions. The service is good.

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    Best sushi in the area no doubt. Always fresh and never disappoints. Great staff and tasty food.

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    Me and my girlfriend came here and we enjoyed every single thing!…read more The Ichiraku Ramen broth was so creamy and savory, the pork was nice and tender, but our eggs were a tad overcooked for our liking. The Fried Calamari were HUUUGE and meaty and the flying dragon roll was so delicious, just also had a little more cream cheese than we'd prefer. The service was great, the food came out SUPER quick and everything was made hot and fresh and we almost couldn't believe how quickly everything came out. Multiple servers would stop by our table to see if we needed anything and that was great. Service was a 10/10. The ambiance is very heavily Anime Themed (hence the name) so if you're into that kind of thing this place is like heaven for you. Overall had a great time, food was great, service was great. I will definitely be coming back!

    I fell in love with Ramen, had a little restaurant in Connecticut so really I'm a big fan of places…read morethat can make delicious Ramen and bubble tea. Naruto 88 is a fun place. And certainly does ramen right. Manga Ninja hero Naruto Uzumaki's absolute favorite food is ramen, specifically the miso-based pork broth ramen from Ichiraku Ramen. His namesake restaurant stays true to his favorite food and does it impeccably. My go to is the Chicken Tonkotsu with add dumplings. I must admit that I have not tried the sushi and do not plan to because the reviews of it are pretty mediocre. But the Ramen is top notch. The bubble teas are delicious. The vibe is just so cool. I really enjoy this restaurant and highly recommend it for what is the clear winner for best Ramen in the area.

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    I live close by and have been wanting to try it for a while. I visited with my son and his…read moregirlfriend on Sunday afternoon. Big thank you to Ana and Oriana who tended to us. The service was VIP! The restaurant had a nice mix of families and was very quiet. I ordered their house sake cold and it was so good. We shared an order of Shumai with a Wakame salad as an appetizer. I ordered the tuna signature roll, my son the Ohana special and his girlfriend a healthy roll. We shared and I can't really say I liked one more than the other. They were all amazing! I know I'm coming back, probably next week lol I'm craving it!

    This sushi spot really stands out for its ambiance, it has such a great energy inside that…read moreimmediately makes you want to sit, relax, and enjoy your time there. The atmosphere feels elevated but still comfortable, which I really appreciate. The sushi itself was fresh and genuinely delicious, but what I loved most was how creative the menu is. They offer unique rolls you don't typically see everywhere, which made the whole experience feel a little more special and fun to explore. Also, I have to mention how helpful it is that the menu includes pictures. It made choosing so much easier and honestly enhanced the whole experience! I wish more places did that. Overall, a great spot if you're looking for quality sushi with a creative twist and a really nice vibe.

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    4.0(934 reviews)
    3.7 mi
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    Food is great, Sashimi is very fresh. Service is not the…read morebest. The Staff at the front cater to the Hispanics. Everyone is greeted in Spanish even if you are speaking English. The decor is so plain. If it were not for the Sushi bar you would not feel as if you were in a Japanese restaurant. The Tranquil atmosphere is gone. The restaurant is very busy, we felt pushed to order. The waitresses look stressed out. The space between tables is very limited. Conversations of the people from the next table is very clear and audible. The New menu which was introduced a few weeks ago does not have the same items. The sashimi dish for one person is gone. Now you have sashimi for 2 at $60. Prices have gone through the roof.

    I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant. From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt…read morewarm and welcoming, with a comfortable setting that made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening. The food was outstanding. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell that the kitchen pays attention to quality ingredients and careful preparation. The menu had a great variety of options, making it easy for everyone in our group to find something they loved. The service was just as impressive. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu, offering great recommendations and making sure we had everything we needed throughout the meal. Overall, this restaurant delivered a fantastic dining experience. Great food, excellent service, and a lovely atmosphere make it a place I would happily visit again and recommend to others.

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    4.7(308 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    Food and service are always on point! Great sushi rolls, appetizers, and Thai dishes. Favorite is…read moreKhao soi, bang bang shrimp, and Miami white roll. Music and ambiance are also great. Will definitely keep coming back!

    I have been coming to platu for years now and have thought for a while that it is South Miami's…read morebest and most consistent restaurant. Recently, we moved to this area and have made this our go-to Thai restaurant and we also love their sashimi when you just want some great fresh slices of hamachi. Recently, I tried their pad thai. I am not normally a pad thai lover however, this pad thai is made with angel hair type noodles that really soak up the delicious sauce. Included in the chicken pad Thai is also perfectly cooked tofu and delicious pork rinds. Honestly, its so good that it can satisfy a pasta craving also. Their tom kha soup is also in my opinion the best in Miami. It's not overly watery or just coconut milk like most offerings. Pla tu makes it with fresh herbs and has a little bit of heat mixed in. It's so good. The pieces of chicken and mushrooms are also tender and not overly boiled like most tom kha soups. We also go for the sushi. Their sashimi is extremely fresh and we can never turn down some fresh sliced hamachi here. Lastly, yesterday we tried the Thai Donuts. I am not normally a fan but the waitress insisted we try and boy are we glad we did. They were warm pillows that melted in our mouths and we scarfed them down. I don't think I will ever visit again without ordering them. I love this place. Service is great. Food is consistently delicious and I will always be back.

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    4.8(77 reviews)
    5.9 mi

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    I'll admit, I wasn't as impressed when I came for happy hour, but my opinion definitely improved…read morewhen I came back for their weekday lunch specials. For happy hour, I've had the rainbow poke ($7), and the buy 2 get 1 skewers, and the ebi croquette ($11). All were good but not that filling. I would say in terms of deals, you get more bang for your buck with the lunch specials. For lunch, I shared the mai premium lunch ($28) and the udon soup ($16). The premium lunch came with miso soup and 9 small dishes in a beautiful bento box. Definitely aesthetically pleasing and I liked the variety. The udon soup was also great with chewy udon noodles, sweet savory soup, and tempura shrimp/veggies. Service was attentive and nice. Parking available via street parking or you can pay in nearby parking garages. I wouldn't bring a big party based on the limited seating arrangements inside. All in all good food. I would consider coming back for their lunch specials.

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    1.3 mi
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    Highly recommend this place! The food was excellent, especially during happy hour -- $8 each for…read morelumpia(egg roll), siomai, and sushi, which is an amazing deal for the quality. Everything was fresh and delicious. The owner was also there and kindly gave us some free sushi, which made the experience even more special. Great service and very welcoming atmosphere. You must try their sushi and omikase. The quality honestly feels like a 5-star restaurant in Miami Beach. Definitely a place worth visiting!

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    Inside space

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