great food, great atmosphere, and great service. we ordered couple of rolls and both of their ramen. the rolls were very good, especially the truffle tuna and the tiger one. came out pretty fast too. for dessert we had the ube cheesecake and that's pretty good too. oysters were fresh and were topped with fresh wasabi and ikura. overall, really tasty overall and would recommend. read more

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Made a reservation ahead of time and I needed to push it 30 minutes out so I called the restaurant and they were able to accommodate last minute. Arriving, the exterior and interior is beautiful! They really made the restaurant with a relaxing and intimate dining feel that we enjoyed. Arriving at the table, there was a sign that said Reserved for (name). It was so sweet! We scanned a QR code and was able to get our food within 10 minutes of ordering. I was very pleased at how fast that was! Taste wise? Wow. Everything was very fresh. I loved the nigiri set. I also loved the oysters and truffle salmon cold appetizers. Using the restroom, I noticed they also have the Japanese toilets. They didn't have the wall panel or the seat warmer that goes with the toilets but still very cool. I would definitely come back. read more

Oza Izakaya - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

I wish I wrote this review sooner as I don't recall the waiters name but he was so knowledgeable of the dishes and made such good recommendations based on what I liked. He took the time to get to know me asked me what I generally order and really made the experience awesome. The menu is quite complex but incredibly thoughtful. I wish this place was closer to me as I'd probably eat here a lot. The food was outstanding and the service was awesome. I came back in fact for drinks the next day. They have somewhat of an omakase plate- chef choices of a few bites. I did not try it as wanted to try a few other dishes but I'd love to experiment with those when I come back. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and very upscale, seemingly 5star- oddly the shopping center it is in doesn't really fit. Affordable for what they offer, I'm def returning for round 3. read more

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Came here with 2 families and had an outdoor reservation, even on a regular weekday the place is packed. Our server was attentive and informative from the get go but I'm just not a fan of the QR code menu esp in a high end izakaya setting. Everything we had pictured below was exceptional. From yuzu hamachi , oysters , sashimi platter and even the seafood pasta was all made with such delicate thought and passion with creativity. Very well balanced flavors and service was also on point the entire night. My only gripe is that with the outdoor seating they didn't have a solar shade to roll down . I mean this is sweltering Orlando come on people but otherwise it was a stellar meal and highly recommended read more

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Excellent intimate setting! The service was outstanding and our server gave great recommendations. I loved my sake, and all the food. Hands down one of the best rolls I have had in the US. This is a place everyone should visit. read more

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Kay was an amazing server. He explained everything with such detail. The food was amazing. Some of the best sushi I've ever had. It's definitely worth the trip and the Michelin acknowledgement. read more

Oza Izakaya - Seven piece nigiri - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

CHEF'S KISS! The food and service were excellent! Big shout out to our server Christine/Christina. She treated our party of 6 with ease and expertise - no notes. Our group had just left Universal Studios and was craving Ramen bad and we made a reservation over the phone for this spot. Our reservation was for 10pm, but we got there a little early and was still able to be seated promptly. Upon entering the restaurant, the host guided us to our table and I was shocked to see a sign with my name on It on the table already - I was feeling fancy lol. Our server gave us good recommendations and was very patient with all of our questions. The ramen was amazingly good! Totally worth the try. Even the appetizers were good as well. Pricing was approx. $17 - $30 per person. 10/10! Definitely go check them out! read more

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I have already left a review here, but when it's this good I had to leave another. I've already come here for a few birthdays and came here recently with friends and once again had a lovely experience. The ambiance here is fantastic, if you like sushi and want to get it for a special event this is THE restaurant to go to. Whenever I've brought friends or family here everyone is always amazed with the aesthetic and atmosphere here. As for the food and drinks it was great as always. I can't remember the specific dishes but I do remember that the Matcha cocktail was phenomenal, the quality was great and it was very tasty. The server was also great, we spent some time chatting and we never felt rushed or pressured at all. He was very accommodating and friendly. Hope to come back soon! read more

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Loved the vibe at Oza Izakaya. The music playlist was a vibe and set the mood. The A5 wagyu was excellent and definitely the highlight of the night. I'll have to come back when I'm hungrier so I can try more of the menu. read more

Oza Izakaya - A5 Wagyu - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Love the service and food highly recommend for a nice occasion or just a girls night out. The hamachi hero was my favorite roll. Everything was very fresh and well presented. read more

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Service was very attentive. Food was good. Reminds us of old school Japanese food, which was very pleasant. I think two dishes stood out. One was the Robata eggplant and the other was the conch salad. The Kama was good, loved the smashed umboshi and the pickles that came with it. Sadly the grilled scallops were a let down. I expected more from the description of its preparation. The scallop was cooked well but the only flavor added to it was a tiny dab of gojuchang because the bed of seaweed did not have that ocean flavor and there was a lack of acid and umami in the dish. We gave it a try. I don't think I would drive 40 minutes again. read more

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Superb service. I enjoyed 90% of everything our table ordered. Some of the sushi rolls were to die for. While in a typical Florida shopping center it felt like you were escaping on the inside of the restaurant. I would come back if in the area. read more

Oza Izakaya - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

Beautiful exterior and even more beautiful interior. The ambiance is very inviting and relaxing. Our server was friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The sushi we had was some of the best and freshest sushi I've had in a very long time. The rolls were unique and full of flavor, and definitely didn't skimp on ingredients either. I thought the price for what we got was actually very reasonable. Bonbu Tiger: the most unique of the rolls we had. The crème fraiche on top added the perfect creaminess King Lime: the crab needed a bit more flavor but overall the roll was a good combination of ingredients Truffle tuna: not as spicy as expected but the fish just melted in my mouth Toro Maitake: the absolute most delicious roll we had. I loved everything about it. The truffle aioli on top added the perfect finishing touch. read more

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Great restaurant, good service and excellent food. Good background music, lovely ambience. read more

Oza Izakaya - Grilled Octopus - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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WOW JUST WOW! My mom and I found this restaurant on a whim after an evening of shopping at the outlets. Seating was limited so we ate outside but it was so nice. They cut on the tall heaters and it was perfect. Service was amazing, they were attentive and kind. Cocktails were delicious. The oysters are what dreams are made of, we had to double back and order another round. The sauce on the edamame was delicious, we actually dipped our chicken in it too. I like that the edamame came with another dish to put the shells in, great attention to detail. Everything was delicious, no suggestions for changes. read more

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Came here for dinner by myself while on a work trip and overall enjoyed my time here. The restaurant itself is stunning with awesome seating and moody lighting. Definitely a good date night spot. I wasn't not super impressed with anything I tried here though. Everything was just mediocre. Service was also fine but I sat at the bar so your experience might be different than mine. read more

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Was looking for a new restaurant to try, and saw a lot of buz on social media about this restaurant, I had to try it out for myself! The vibes are moody and dark, dim lighting and pretty aesthetics. The outside was a zen garden. Service was great! I liked our server, she helped us with recommendations and was knowledgeable about the menu. Our food and drinks came at a nice pace. Now for the food! The food was so delicious! The stand out to me was the truffle tuna. I also really enjoyed the Oturo temaki, she was buttery and delicious. We also ordered the premium nigiri set, which I thought was okay. Was not a stand out to me. The chicken wings were perfect though, nice and crispy. I am an avid espresso martini lover, and Oza's espresso martini did not disappoint it was delicious and I would most definitely get it each time I go. I ordered the Zen Matcha , but it had a cherry like flavor that I did not enjoy. I wouldn't recommend it. I think the ube dessert left a little to be desired, as it had no crust and my friend and I were hoping for a nice crisp crust to balance the softness of the cheesecake. It was good, but the crust threw us off. Overall, I would absolutely eat here again, and look forward to further exploring the menu here! read more

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This place is legit ! Came here with a colleagues for dinner and we were famished . We ordered everything from Rolls to Ramen and it was amazing . Really cool Japanese fusion decor as well . Highly highly recommended!!! read more

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What a little vibe bomb this place is. You walk through a tiny Japanese garden in the front and suddenly Orlando disappears. Inside it's all smoky energy and people pretending they totally know how to pronounce the sake menu. An izakaya is basically Japan's version of a stay, drink, snack, and repeat bar, and this one nails the assignment. We went full seafood mode. #stlouispescatarisnapproved with the crudo, ceviche, rolls, the works. Everything felt fresh, bright, and dangerously easy to keep ordering. I said just one more thing six times. read more

I had an amazing girls night out at Oza Izakaya and I already can't wait to go back! I went with a friend who had already been a couple times and she knew just what to order. I'm glad we let her take the lead because every dish we tried was phenomenal! We started with the wagyu gyoza, grilled sea scallops, and yuzu hamachi. Three solid dishes and all must-haves. The scallops have a beautiful presentation and are truly a special bite that will melt in your mouth. From there, we added the mebachi maguro truffle, amakara wings, and the misoyaki sea bass. Again - no misses. The wings were perfectly crispy and tossed in chili truffle honey sauce. The sea bass was probably one of my favorite dishes if the night. So buttery and delicious! Of course, we had to save room for dessert. We couldn't decide, so we ordered both cheesecakes to share - the Woo Baby ube cheesecake and the Yuzu Delight. They are both amazing! We also enjoyed some fabulous signature cocktails. Overall it was a perfect meal that I've been dreaming about since. I also learned that they have a late night happy hour menu starting at 10pm. Looks like they are working on opening a second location in downtown Orlando which is much closer to me and I can't wait! read more

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After looking through countless Yelp reviews while staying in the Orlando area, we decided on here for our 15th anniversary and really glad we did! No basic rolls, no compromises--just flawless, high-end nigir, rolls and small plates made with impeccable ingredients. Every piece was stunning: pristine fish, perfect rice, and creative touches that never felt gimmicky. The atmosphere also made this restaurant. It was trendy without being pretentious and I love the early 2000s dance music playing. Service was warm, precise, and genuinely welcoming. Expensive, yes--but worth it. If you appreciate real sushi craftsmanship, this place is not to be missed. Highly recommend. read more

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Came here with my man for our anniversary and it was so cute! We made an early reservation so we were one of the first people in the restaurant. Our server Emily was great! She took care of us, explain dishes we had questions about, and made recommendations. The ambiance was nice and cozy. The drinks were delicious. I had an espresso martini. We started with edamame, a few skewers one steak and one chicken thighs. We also had a fish, I tried it but didn't love it but I also don't love fish. Overall will be back, and have a very nice dinner! read more

Second time here and the food was absolutely fantastic. Of course the service was on par. Miguel accommodated all our requests and stayed agile and positive throughout the entire evening. Superb experience. Yes to all the food (see images). read more

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I've been here several times now and each time has been fantastic. The service is always top notch and literally every bite is a treat! All the servers are so kind and really go over the menu if needed. There's so many dishes to choose from and I feel like they often add new things as well. So it's definitely worth coming multiple times to try everything. I love the wagyu gyoza, yuzu hamachi, and octopus. Their sashimi set is also absolutely delicious. There's also a plethora of cocktails to choose from that are also all very good! There's only a few desserts, ube cake and yuzu cheesecake, which are both good. The atmosphere and decor here are also amazing. A great spot for a causal dinner or a special occasion! read more

I went during late night happy hour which is 10pm-midnight. The food was pretty good, but the prices were even better. Everything ranged from $3-15. The presentation of every dish was really nice. Sashimi Sampler (5/5): 2 pieces each of tuna, salmon, and yellowtail, tasted fresh Scallop Ceviche (2/5): came with a lot of pieces, but didn't really like the taste and flavor Salmon Hand Roll (4/5): liked that it had avocado, not a lot of salmon, but still good Harami Skirt Steak Skewer (2/5): had way too much crispy garlic on top, steak was not that good Margarita (5/5): classic lime, strong, and $10 read more

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Amazing! Food- amazing!! Vibe!! Cleanliness!! So much to be said but just trust me, I long to go again- time and location haven't presented the opportunity for me to go back (at least not yet). read more

We went for the late night happy hour on Thursday @ 10:30pm, which they have everyday until the last call around 11:30 ish and most restaurants don't have this option so our eyes glowed when we saw this! We pregamed (first sushi dinner) at Sushi Kichi (awesome btw) located in the middle of the plaza and wanted to save this for our last late night in Orlando so we couldn't order as much as we wanted to. We ordered: 1) Scallop Ceviche $12- amazing HH price and those lil soft, buttery (no butter) shiz are from Hokkaido. Per staff, the chef only wants scallops from there and you know what?! Me too! 2) Hamachi Crudo $12- amazing HH price and can't go wrong with hamachi anything, 'twas good! 3) Harami Skirt Steak skewer $6- one skewer and it's about 3 bites; grilled nicely and didn't choke on it. It was topped with chimichurri and garlic, tho it was more garlic but that's ok with me cuz I love garlic 4) King Mushroom skewer $3- one skewer with 3 small...SMALL pieces of the stem, like the size of half of your thumb. This is one thing I don't recommend; at least a whole mushroom would be justifiable. 5) Mebachi Maguro Truffle $25- the presentation was fancy, maybe cuz of the truffle on top of each tuna but each piece just melted during every chew. It was about 5-6 pieces (?) From the food to service to ambiance, Oza Izakaya checked all 3! Def recommend! read more

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Very unassuming outside building for such an incredible food experience. Small plates to share, each with their own specific flavor. James was our server and very attentive. Decor is modern and chic with a cute outside patio area. When back visiting our son, we will stop in again! read more

Oza Izakaya - Truffle tofu Shiso chicken - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

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Just adding a few updates since it's been six months since I eaten at this restaurant. The food is still delicious as ever. The menu may seem overwhelming but once you order, you truly get to enjoy your meal and your cocktails service was a bit slow this go around as dinner was a bit busy, but nevertheless still a great time. read more

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This place is on another level. James was great, helped us decide what to order. The hand rolls...the ramen...the key lime yuzu desert - AMAZING! read more

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This restaurant is beautiful inside and out. From the moment you step onto the premises to inside to everything was wow. Sometime restaurant that are so invested in the interior and exterior might lack in food however we were blown away with every single dish we order. My kids loved the ramen we ordered and they don't even eat ramen! 100/10 recommend! Our service was very polite and wonderful as well! We will def be back! read more

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Great service, good food, nice ambiance. Worth checking out . Went out on business dinner with 8 people read more

Oza Izakaya - Izakaya Near Me - Orlando, Florida

We were in Orlando for AAU boys volleyball and decided to hit Oza Izakaya with a couple other families for our last dinner before going home. We were really happy with our choice! The sushi was amongst the best we've ever had (and we've been to a lot of sushi places). Son had 8 salmon nigiri and 4 unagi plus a bowl of ramen. I had some hand rolls, yellowtail sashimi, and some skewers. Skewers were good but the sushi is what stands out at Oza Izakaya. Prices seemed a bit high but not horrible considering we were in Orlando. We will definitely be back next year! read more

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Fantastic food. Insane value. Great service. Also great vibe inside. I live downtown and will be coming back frequently!

Oza Izakaya has now become one of our favorite eateries in Orlando, potentially one of the best Izakayas in Florida! Talk about a restaurant with "immaculate vibes!" The interior was intimate and reminded me so much of Japan. It was impressive to recreate this feeling on the corner of a shopping center. The food is pretty close to comparing to the quality of a traditional Japanese izakaya. Their yakitori selection had a lot of variety. The wagyu yakitori was absolutely delicious. We ordered multiple fish dishes, and sushi, of course. Their fish was very fresh. The hamachi crudo was very unique, very different than others we have had. The gyoza was very moist, perfect texture too! Their rice quality was very good in their nigiri, and again, the fish was very fresh. Great flavor pairings, as well. The chutoro and caviar pairing was so good that we ordered a few more. Their ramen was enjoyable, but not over-the-top. The ube dessert was absolute perfection! Our waitress was amazing and very knowledgeable. If you want to truly enjoy the menu, expect to spend at least $100 a person, which goes against the traditional affordability of a true Japanese izakaya, but it was well worth it. I would highly recommend Oza Izakaya to anyone in Orlando! read more

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Food and service were amazing. Second time here and we will come back. Everything on the menu was great and our server was very helpful in guiding us to the best dishes. read more

Oza Izakaya hit the table with beautifully presented, thoughtfully composed, and incredibly flavorful dishes. Been wanting to go here for a while. Oysters - A burst of umami with delicate brininess, paired with ikura, ponzu, and a spicy citrus kick. Hamachi Crudo - the truffle wasabi relish really made this dish stand out. Tsukune (Chicken Meatball Skewer) - Grilled to perfection, glazed beautifully, and served with an egg yolk + tare dipping sauce that added rich, velvety depth. Grilled Octopus - This was my FAVORTIE! Tender, smoky, and served with creamy foam and crispy potatoes. Every bite had a satisfying contrast between charred and soft textures. The yuzu froth brought a contrast to the already amazing dish. Very unique must try. Seafood Risotto - This dish was kind of a let down. It was bland and not very good which was disappointing. However, when we communicated this to the server, the server immediately took care of it and removed it. Apparently this is one of the recommended but we just got unlucky that day. Bonbu Tiger - Crème fraiche for the win. Combo of yellow tail, salmon, and tuna Overall, the ambiance is warm and stylish, and the service was attentive but never rushed. Prices are on the higher side, but absolutely worth it for the quality and creativity. read more

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Wonderful experience with James as our server for my daughter's 16th birthday! Everything was perfect all around!

5 Stars for great drinks, and service in a cool atmosphere and some outstanding small dishes: Yuzu hamachi, miso sea bass, grilled scallop, fried chicken wings, cheesecakes (both flavors). I've had the pleasure of eating here twice now- once with a reservation and once at the bar without a reservation. Both times I've found the service friendly and I was especially surprised how quickly the dishes arrived to our table. The standout dishes are the yuzu hamachi, miso sea bass, grilled scallop, fried chicken wings, cheesecakes (both flavors). The yuzu hamachi practically melts in your mouth. It was universally loved at both our tables. The miso sea bass is rich and savory while the chicken wings are sticky, decadent, and the perfect blend of sweet and sour. And then for dessert, I recommend getting both cheesecakes. Overall, I'm a big fan. For me, it's between Selam and this spot in terms of this outdoor shopping/dining complex. read more

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