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    Nami

    4.7 (166 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Celines F.

    Nami Lake Nona is a vibe and then some. The space is intimate, gorgeous, and not oversized exactly what fine dining should feel like. Think chill Miami energy meets Japanese-inspired cuisine. We started with warm hand towels and airy rice chips with a tahini miso paste that honestly set the tone for how good the rest of the night was going to be. Starters included spicy Hamachi Maki, salmon crudo, and a cucumber salad in a sauce so good we kept it on the table to dip everything else into. Drinks were a highlight too. I had a passionfruit mocktail, refreshing and fizzy. My fiancé went with the Japanese-style highball, made with a specialty machine that only three locations in the state have. Super light, smooth, and you feel it way before you really taste it. For dinner I had the Chilean Seabass, easily top two ever, served with a beet radish that was way better than it sounds. My fiancé had the ribeye with wasabi mash and baby corn with crème fraîche. Both were incredible. Dessert was a hazelnut vanilla ice cream situation that reminded me of Ferrero Rocher in gold flakes. Warm, cold, crunchy, creamy, every bite hit differently. Our server Haley was amazing, attentive, knowledgeable, and sweet. We ended the night with a caramel fudge in edible wrapping which was such a cute touch. Foodies, this one's for you. Go.

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    Camila S.

    This place is absolutely worth the hype! We had a reservation and were seated almost immediately. We were a table of 4 and ordered 3-4 plates per round. Starting with the first round, we go the tuna pizza and nami maki. Both were incredible - I especially loved the tuna pizza and could have so many of those. The second round we ordered the nami nuggets, octopus, lobster donuts, and yakitori chicken wings. Everything was also so delicious. My favorites were the nami nuggets and lobster donuts. Would definitely order those again. The final round included lamb chops, corn, and mushroom donabe. Oh my goodness - the lamb chops were SO good. I really only have good things to say about all the food we ordered. The ambiance and service was just as great and I think it's a great dinner spot!

    Tara T.

    Had the best time celebrating our anniversary at Nami!!! All of the wait staff was incredibly friendly and attentive!! Everything we had to eat was also delicious! I loved the ambiance of this restaurant a lot. It's dimly lit and felt very intimate, it was perfect for our anniversary dinner! I cannot wait to go back and try more!

    Eugene H.

    What a pleasant surprise. A hidden gem in Lake Nona, Orlando Florida. This was our first time dining in at Nami. We did a 20 course chef's counter with Chef Jason Beliveau, which was similar to omakase experience except every course was a fusion of flavors from different countries. Nami is located on the back side of Wave Hotel. We parked in the parking garage and walked through the hotel and out to the back. You will walk into a beautifully decorated area with lots of trees and lights that will make you want to walk around a bit enjoying the view. Inside the restaurant, the ambiance was cozy and there was a naturally elegant feel to it. From the ceiling to the walls to the trees spaced out throughout the restaurant, it was a perfect environment that invites you in to dine in. Executive chef Jason was personable, with bright energy and made the whole dining experience so fun that two hours flew by quickly. He explained where many of the ingredients come from, and how each dish was crafted. Each dish was intricately and carefully put together. From preparation to presentation to flavor it was a unique experience for sure. I didn't think that I would get full but by the time the course meal was over with, but I was also done for. No more food, no more desserts, and no more drinks. I was content, satisfied, and just wanted to go to sleep. This is an experience that everyone should try for sure. I recommend making a reservation for your next special celebration. Please let me know what you thought of the experience!

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    Jalene R.

    So this was our second time coming here. It's very romantic with dim lights and good ambiance. All the food was delicious but this time around I did get very sick that night and the next morning. Me and my husband shared everything except the hamachi, so I think I got sick from the raw fish. In a positive note everything else was very flavorful and good, it is pricy but worth it for a nice date night or celebrating something. Our server was very kind and attentive. Everything was delicious but the corn and hamachi was a skip. We will be back for the steak and cavier that was amazing and the experience, I will stay away from the raw fish next time.

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    Tom M.

    Beautiful, romantic atmosphere, kind and attentive service, and top notch dishes make Nami a must-add to your Orlando culinary bucket list. We started with the oysters which were one of my favorite bites of the night. Tangy, tart, sweet, and salty. Next, we had the madai which was a perfect follow-up as it was delicate, clean, and delicious. My favorite dish of the night were the lobster donuts - essentially bite-sized lobster rolls that were packed with flavor. For the main courses we went with the Hokkaido scallops (note only 1 scallop per order and they are fairly small, so recommend getting two if you're sharing) and the lamb chops. Both were incredible. I couldn't stop going back for more of the sauce the scallops are sitting in. Finally, we ended with a couple of old fashioneds and the matcha/sesame/chocolate cake. The cocktails were great, well balanced and the table side cedar burning really adds to the experience. The dessert was good, but probably my least favorite bite of the night as I felt the sesame, matcha, and chocolate competed with one another. Reservations are highly recommended as it's a smaller venue, although there are a few bar seats so I would assume they allow walk-ins when space allows. Overall we had an incredible experience and will look forward to returning when we're planning our next splurge meal!

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    Krista E.

    Some of the most amazing food I have ever had! The service is great, ambiance is great, and food is even better. MUST ORDER: Octopus, Nami Nuggets, Lamb chops. It melts in your mouth. Life changing!!

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    Nick G.

    Aside from a weeks worth of surprises for my wife's birthday, I waited last minute to book something for dinner just to see what would work with our schedule and distance. I did not do enough research as the magical ambiance i found also happened to be a Michelin Starred restaurant, but we managed to make the best of it w/ a decent bill. the place was beautiful, food was out rather quick and so delicious too, our server wished wife a happy birthday as it was requested to make her night extra special, but I reminded our server how special tonight truly should be since she's so gorgeous and blessing the restaurant w/ her presence got some fancy rice crackers and dip, fruity sake shots, and a GOLD PLATED dessert ‍ all on the house!! i cooked so good! we also got ourselves 'lobster donuts' which were mini lobster sliders, i got a salmon w/ a sweet, savory sauce, my dream girl got herself a fettuccine w/ a japanese take, and we shared a fancy asparagus served w/ some kind of cheesy, alfredo like sauce. everything was delicious 11/10. to wrap the night up the chef personally greets us and thanks us for our visit. truly magical experience, they nailed it! Thank you guys would come again!

    Lowella G.

    Came here with a couple of girlfriends for dinner. Reservations are a must. Classy and sophisticated so be sure you are dressed to impress. The ambience is dim, warm, intimate and inviting. Our service was amazing from start to finish. This was my first time dining here and our waiter Pablo was friendly and helpful. He went over the menu and even suggested his favorite dishes. Everything he recommended was delicious. Though the portions are small, it was more than enough for my girlfriends and I to share. We shared the cucumbers, madai, hamachi and robota salmon were fresh and flavorful. I really enjoyed the nami nuggets and the mushroom donabe. I was really impressed with the service and food here. No wonder they earned a Michelin award. So if you're looking for something that's sexy and low key, come here. It's perfect for date night or a nice dinner with friends.

    Danielle P.

    I love a restaurant that not only is super Instagram bowl but has great food and Nami is definitely that! My husband and I came for a date night at the chefs counter and the experience was literally unmatched. I honestly have to say probably one of my best experiences ever so many courses so many opportunities to try new food and so many delicious bites! I highly recommend

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    Veena R.

    I walked in with a friend and was thankfully able to get a spot at the bar. I don't eat meat/seafood but still wanted to try what I could. Listen, even the veggies are delicious here! I got the cucumber salad and the cauliflower side. Both packed with flavor. I also got the lilac cocktail which was STRONG and had some good flavors. This venue is beautiful so dress to impress. Service at the bar was great and the bartender was quite knowledgeable. I would return but I do feel like this is more of a special occasion venue for me.

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    Hannah R.

    We absolutely love this place, amazing sushi like apps, and delicious entrees. The drinks are great too! the atmosphere and vibes are amazing here, must check out the cute bathrooms! they are all different. 10/10 recommend Nami.

    Alexandrea F.

    I came here on a date night with my husband and we were blow away! We loved the ambiance from the moment we walked in, and our server was absolutely incredible. Helpful with suggestions and fun to talk with. Everything we ordered was delicious and we cannot wait to go back & enjoy more! Definitely recommend.

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