Went to Samurai and it was absolutely delicious. The service was precise, effortless, and completely on point from beginning to end. Gene, our server, was exceptional. I still don't understand how she did it, but she handled a rather large group and remembered every single order with barely a note. Flawless. And Jaime, our chef, was hands down the best Hibachi chef I've ever had and I don't say that lightly. Every single person at the table agreed, best they've ever had. I wasn't even looking forward to hibachi because it's usually overly salty and predictable, but Jaime completely flipped that for me. His seasoning was perfect. Balanced, intentional, full of flavor without overpowering anything. Every bite was right. This wasn't just dinner. This is how it's supposed to be done. read more

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Good portions have shrunk again, last December I had Mariners which is large shrimps, calamari and scallops. Before I got large shrimps, now they are much smaller. The cook hacked all above items so small that it was not recognizable what it was! The only large item was the bill. I am aware that prices went up but when I pay $60.00. Per person I do expect a little more than what we got. That's my report!!. read more

It been a while since I was here but the food doesn't disappoint. Just be prepared to wait but worth it. We ordered the rocky choice, scallops, and shrimp with filet mignon. All delicious and ask for boxes, you will have leftovers. read more

Samurai - Plum sangria and mojito - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

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The food is not all that I don't think the food is evenly distributed to everyone the food is chopped up chopped chop chop chop chop a lot presentation OK service OK the ambience smoky but clean read more

Samurai - Hibachi table - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

Honestly the best tasting hibachi I've ever had and best yum yum sauce (secretly made in house) I've ever had, so with that being said that, it's pains me to write this...service has gone downhill, not sure if they're planning to remodel but place is falling apart. Unfortunately the reason why I will only be going once a year when they give me my bday coupon, is the price increases and portion cutting, BUT the cherry on top was they are making you pay extra for fried rice now! Like $7 plus for it aswell not even like something reasonable. Legit used to be included..in the already expensive price. This just seems greedy honestly. I used to recommend and claim this place as the best tasting hibachi spot. What a shame it had come to this. See you in a year..smh read more

Prices have gone up. Portions have gone down. Never a good business model. This used to be my favorite place. I don't mind paying 50 dollars for a plate of food. But don't reduce the amount of food and charge the same. read more

Samurai is truly a fun, unique, and delicious Hibachi experience. My son absolutely loved how fun the chef was and the way he cooked the food in front of us. We had a great time watching it and the food was absolutely delicious! I'd highly recommend the filet mignon and the scallops. The chicken fried rice that comes with it as well as the onion soup is delicious. Make sure to bring your ID as they literally ask everyone no matter how old you look. And there's on valet parking! read more

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Samurai is a fun place to come have lunch/dinner with friends. You get great food and a show! Our chef, a skilled and charismatic performer, made the meal a memorable experience. He skillfully sliced, diced, and flipped the ingredients with precision while entertaining us with his tricks. I ordered the tuna steak, and it did not disappoint. Also, you can't order your food without their rice! The fried rice was the perfect complement. The rice and their shrimp sauce is a must have combination. I can have a whole tub of that sauce. Service was friendly and attentive, with our server ensuring our glasses were always full and checking in on us throughout the meal. Despite the lively atmosphere, it didn't feel rushed, and we were able to enjoy our meal at a comfortable pace. One thing though, I wish they took reservations so be ready to wait a while to be seated. read more

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The food at Samurai is absolutely delicious. If you sit at a hibachi table, you're in for both a meal and a show as the chefs cook right in front of you. I had the chicken fried rice with teriyaki chicken, which was incredibly juicy and packed with flavor. Paired with their signature shrimp sauce, it takes the dish to another level. I can't imagine anyone not loving this place. Keep in mind though it can be pretty pricey, but the service is excellent. If you have a shellfish allergy like I do, they'll cook your food first to avoid cross-contamination. However, keep in mind that as everything cooks, the smoke can get pretty intense. If your allergies are sensitive to smell, you might want to reconsider dining in. read more

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this place used to be THE spot for hibachi, but over the years it's gone down in quality It's always way too hot in there, and even though the portions are good the quality of food is just not the best and everything taste kind of bland Honestly, my family has completely stopped going there for some years now and I don't think I'll ever be back read more

Samurai is an excellent spot all around. The food is consistently great, wife ordered the wagyu meat and it tasted sooo tender wow like M&M's melt in your mouth not in your hands hahahaha, the service is on point, and the atmosphere makes it a comfortable place to sit, relax, and actually enjoy your meal. What really sets this place apart, though, is the staff. Alex is hands down one of the best servers I've had anywhere. Professional, personable, attentive, and an excellent communicator. He doesn't just take orders -- he connects with guests and makes the entire experience way better. Above all else, Alex is what makes this place stand out he is there certain days during the week and Saturday but will go out of my way to have him be my server everytime I visit this location. Also must give credit where it's due as well to Cedric in the hot cooktop -- the food quality and execution show real skill and care while performing his function as a cook, super friendly and humorous at the same time. If you're looking for great food, great service, and a place that feels welcoming from the moment you sit down, Samurai delivers. Ask for Alex if you can -- it makes a difference trust me. read more

Way overpriced for paying to watch someone cooks your food in front of you while cracking a stale joke or two. The fried rice should be included in the price but instead you have to pay a premium for the upgrade. The lot is also valet only which is ridiculous for an suburb restaurant with its own lot. Food wise it's actually quite delicious, as they are cooked with a lot of butter and garlic. I won't mind giving it a four stars for the food, but the wait for the table, and at the table, can be very long. One time, after our salad, we had to wait a long while for the cook and our food to show up. When we asked the manager we were given some BS about having to prepare our food. Umm, they don't even have to cook it. Just grab the ingredients from the fridge and put them on a plate. I seriously don't think they are going to slice our mushrooms and peel our shrimps on order. They should just own up that they are not hiring enough cooks and those folks are rushing from one table to the next, performing the same show over and over. Also, if they seat you in the rooms, refuse! The ventilation there is terrible. Some of us had to leave before the meal was over because the smoke was so bad. read more

Disrespectful and Disappointing Birthday Dinner at Samurai Miami What should've been a special birthday dinner turned into a frustrating and disappointing experience. I ordered the Trio with filet mignon, and my wife had the Emperor's Delight. Despite our specific (and expensive) orders, the hibachi chef gave away portions of our meat including shrimp and filet to other guests at the table who hadn't ordered them. The food itself was bland, and the chef showed no enthusiasm or personality, which completely killed the hibachi experience. He also forgot several items we ordered. For the premium prices they charge, I expected far better quality, professionalism, and respect for what we paid for. This was hands down one of the worst hibachi dinners we've had especially disheartening on a night that was meant to be a celebration. read more

Samurai - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

Hiiii! So let's do a math problem! Which of the following equations is equal: 7:30=7:30 or 7:30=8:30. The first one is correct, but not here! This poor woman was waiting there for 30 minutes when I got there. The food is like ok. The Ambiance is fine. BUT THE SERVICE?? Like this woman whom shall not be named just gave me a hand while "spilling tea" to her little bestie. So before you come here don't worry about showing up on time because they will be later than you. read more

Samurai - 1 hour cold food - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

We had a celebration planned and the guest of honor choose Samurai. The seating area is quite vast as well and we'll spread out. I've been coming here for years and it's never disappointed. Although the prices have gone up this spot is worth it with the great level of service and entertainment they offer. The food is fresh, tasty, a nice change of routine as well as an opportunity to sit with others and enjoy meeting new people. The parking is sometimes full but the valet gentleman always makes it work out well. Overall this is a good spot for some different food. read more

Samurai - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

I've been coming to Samurai my whole life and just realized I've never left a review. This place is truly one of my favorites! Amauri is amazing, and the experience here is always a staple for me. I will say that the taste of the food can vary slightly depending on the chef--some are better than others--but overall, it's consistently delicious. Ambiance is pretty casual. The service is also great, especially since we always know exactly what to order when we arrive. Love Samurai! read more

Samurai - CHICKEN & SHRIMP FILET MIGNON HIBACHI SCALLOPS - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

service was amazing! Food was alright. My server Marley was extremely helpful and i really liked the ambience she created. Definitely will come back and she better be there to take care of me. read more

Excellent dinner option. Only downside is the wait but if the restaurant is good you have to wait a little. I went for the triple threat - chicken, steak and shrimp! Freddy was great, made my experience great and so did our waitress. Everyone was kind and service was quick. 10/10 read more

I truly love Samurai. The food is always fantastic - you really can't go wrong with whatever you order. The wait staff is always very kind and attentive. Parking is only valet, which isn't my favorite but oh well. The one issue I have with this location is if you're sitting at a table with a cook in front of you, it gets HOT. Something has to be off with the ventilation. What's worse - depending on the cook you could be sitting there for the better part of an hour and a half. Between the smoke and how loud it gets because it's always packed - sometimes I wonder if it's best to just get takeout or sit by the bar. I'll be back of course because it's delicious, but I'll be opting for a tank top and bringing a lil fan just in case. I did not take great pics of my last visit, but here are a couple. read more

Samurai - SAMURAI ONION SOUP - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

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I visited Samurai for the first time in years with my kids, and wow--it might just become our new go-to spot! They absolutely loved it. Our chef was incredible--funny, personable, and truly went above and beyond to make the experience special for everyone. The waiter was just as delightful, and the food? Amazing! The flavors were spot on, and it reminded me how much I've missed hibachi. It definitely did not disappoint! Can't wait to go back. read more

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Such a good time and meal at Samurai. Located conveniently by the Falls, this spot is sure to win over the hearts of hibachi fans. The place is HUGE with multiple hibachi stations, a sushi bar/room, and a bar with TVs. Our waiter brought us drinks and we ordered our food -Hibachi steak- juicy meat, flavor a little lackluster, would go with teriyaki steak next time -Samurai excellence- teriyaki steak and colossal shrimp with the scallop add on. Hint: colossal shrimp is significantly better than regular shrimp. They bring you a small salad with ginger dressing and a brothy onion soup. Both meals came with rice (upgrade to fried, it comes with chicken in it), zucchini with onions, and a shrimp appetizer. Insider tip: order two yum yum sauces and decline the chili ginger dipping sauce. The yum yum sauce is probably the best ive ever tried. We really enjoyed the green tea at the end! read more

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I had lunch at Samurai today with a friend. There was no wait and we were seated at a table right away. Basically our chef was nice and pleasant enough, he made a good show while making our food. The ambiance was OK but nothing spectacular or out of this world. This place is good if you need to take your friends and family out somewhere for a special occasion. But my 2-star review is based on the actual food quality. Basically I ordered the lunch special which is chicken fried rice with shrimp and Steak Julienne. The rice and most of the meal is completely smothered in butter. It made the food kind of oily, greasy and flavorless. The food itself is plain and I really believe that I could have gotten a better deal at a different restaurant. I went to Siam Bistro recently and the food there is fresh and extremely flavorful. I would consider going to other places before coming back here again. read more

Pretty good experience overall. Good food, good service. Our server and chef were wonderful. The place itself looks like it could use some upgrade but maybe it was the room we were in. The bathrooms were nice. The only reason i took off one star was the Valet parking requirement. It honestly seemed unreasonable to force guests to use it. There was a wait to get our car. It should remain an option for those who are interested in doing it but not forced upon everyone if it's nothing we want to do. read more

Samurai has been a Kendall staple for decades. If you're lucky, you'll go on a slow weeknight and be seated within 15 minutes. If you go near school holidays or any other busy night, you may be waiting for up to 1.5 hours. This is a hibachi grill restaurant, so 8 people will be seated around a grill; if you are with a small group, you may be seated with another group and orders are all taken together. The cocktails are enjoyable. The yuzu margarita has a great yuzu taste. However, the food and experience are the stars. The food is pretty good, but it's really the experience and the fun of watching the chef cook the food on the hibachi that makes it worth it. You'll have to pay extra for fried rice with your meal, but it's worth it. The onion soup is a stand out, though. You can skip dessert, as it's not nearly as interesting as the rest of what's on offer. If you join their free chef's club, they will send you a free $30 gift certificate for your birthday month, but you also have to spend an additional $30 in food and non-alcoholic beverages. Since a hibachi meal runs about $30 per person plus extra for fried rice, you'll easily spend that with 2 people. One nice touch is that because so many people are celebrating birthdays and special occasions (you'll hear happy birthday sung in Japanese several times while you are there) someone is often walking around taking pictures that they will print and give you in a souvenir card paper frame for free. The restaurant has recently shifted from self park to complimentary but mandatory valet, so make sure your interior is clean and you have a few dollar bills for tip ;) read more

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Food always terrific - but go at lunch time for cheaper meals. Services excellent. Love the table cooking & the sense of humor by the chef read more

Hour for it to get started Sat with an empty water cup for 30 mins gotta fix service not performance. read more

Come for the show, stay for the food. Excellent experience, service was on point, our chef was great at interacting with us, doing tricks, and cooking everything to perfection. This is part of the Benihana family, but if Benihana is a Toyota, Samurai is a Lexus! Drinks were amazing and the bartender is also super nice. We ordered many different things. Everyone was happy with their food. I got the chateaubriand with scallops and I couldn't have enough of it (yes, I ate it all!) We went for lunch on a Sunday and were ready to wait for a long time since they don't do reservations, but we only had to wait 15 minutes. Will definitely come back! read more

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the chef took one hour to come and the service was terrible. They took like 30 min to be seated and they were really mean

This was fun and a great experience for a birthday celebration! The food was delicious and the service was great! Definitely better than your typical Benihana experience! read more

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Hi Yelps! Sorry I don't have so many pics. I've been coming to samurai since I was 10 and I'm almost 30 now! best family spot - for all of time - amazingggggg food. Ask anyone! best Japanese food family spot. You get hibachi shows and good food. I always go for the samurai triple. The sushi is good but depending what you get. The drinks are excellent! the aye of food is so big you can share it with someone or have for leftovers if you chose to eat alone. I loveeeeeeeee samurai it's a Miami gem! it's located on US1 near Kendall. Always been a spot for either lunch, family dinner, birthday. Prices are fair for the kind of food served and portions. Nice ambiance, clean, little uncomfortable for strollers or wheelchairs I'll be honest. Parking is good and depends on the time of day you have a wait time. Also depending on big your party is - you may be seated with strangers and share the table with them incase someone is new here! anyways - I always be a fan and honestly am a regular. I love it!!!!! read more

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I love coming here for habachi and tonight did not disappoint. The fried rice with the pink sauce is always a hit. My go to order is the meal that comes with the steak, chicken and shrimp. The service is always good. The chefs are nice and friendly while they're making the meals. The only thing to note is that this time the chef didn't have much experience putting on a show and that was evident. He wasn't as smooth with the cookware before he cooked, he struggled a bit doing the volcano with the onion and he kept dropping food on the table as he was serving. When I asked him how long he has been doing it, he said 3 months and shared that before he used cook in the back. He was still entertaining though. During this visit, there was also two children crying, which disrupted everyone in the room. However, I understand that was not the restaurant's fault. The other thing is that every time you come, you will smell like food. Nonetheless, this is my go to place for habachi and I will continue to come here. read more

This place suffers from being the only show in town. My MiL insisted on doing this place for Mother's Day on a Friday The wait times here can be astronomical so we made sure to get there early. The waiter couldn't be less like interested. I get not wanting to work but at least flash a fake smile and make the effort of raising your voice a little. He had to ask pretty much everyone want they wanted to drink several times because no one could hear him. He walks away and then just puts the drinks down and proceeds to take our orders, same vibe The chef comes out and he somehow talks less and lower than the waiter. If he said ten words, I would be surprised. The guy was literally just going through the motions. The food is alright. You know what you are getting but charging an extra $6 to turn the white rice fried is wild to me. This place sucks and could use a competitor to make it try read more

Samurai - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

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I'm sorry to provide this update but we came back to Samurai looking forward to the great experience we had last time. We informed the waitress that I was vegetarian and that my husband has a mushroom allergy. First, we noticed she gave me a chicken fried rice, and my husband double checked that his dish had no mushrooms. She said the brown bits were onion. They brought out a vegetarian fried rice quickly, but then we found a whole mushroom in his dish. We were very upset. The manager didn't seem to know what to say and didn't even apologize. He took my husband's meal off the bill, but we were still charged for mine. We are disappointed and will not be returning. With allergies, they have to do better. read more

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Soooo disappointed. Huge fan but never again! The restaurant is beyond hot!!! Impossible to have a pleasant dinner. Ordered the shrimp & steak and they said the rice is EXTRA!! Hello! Why? Never have we been charged extra for rice! Bidenomics has hit them hard. I will never go back. Sad because we are always a minimum of 7! Service was nice but will never return. read more

Samurai - Our to go box of left overs. Ridiculous! - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

One of my favorite Japanese restaurants. Every hibachi chef that I have encountered was super nice, entertaining, and funny. The food is delicious. They have this garlic butter that any food that it touches is like having heaven in your mouth. You can even buy that butter in the restaurant. And don't forget that yum yum sauce. It's creamy with a slight tangy. You can't never have enough yum yum sauce on your plate. read more

Samurai - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

Service is great but we paid an extra $7.50 per person to substitute the steamed rice for chicken fried rice. Unfortunately, they split less than 1 lb of chicken into the rice for 6 of us. So our table paid $45 for 1 lb of chicken and 4 eggs since the rice itself was already included into our already overpriced meal. The taste is good but not worth it! Will not be returning. read more

The bad... Parking was an absolute drag at this place. Go prepared to spend about 20 mins figuring out where to park and DO NOT park in the shopping center parking lot next to it or you will get towed. The good... The food was delicious. Particularly, I tried the ribeye steak hibachi and it was surprisingly good. Shrimp were on point. Fried rice was lovely. The yum yum sauce is good (ask for double). The atmosphere at Japanese steakhouse restaurants is always cool. The show you get while the food is prepped is fun and the energy is always positive. Can't have a conversation across the table if your life depended on it, but I went for the grub... the chit chat could wait! Lol I'll always be willing to return. read more

Samurai - The After Shot. - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

Feeling nostalgic, haven't been to Samurai in years...probably will not return for a few more years..just wanted lunch. I asked the server about the liver appetizer, she said that was never on the menu. She's younger than my last visit to Samurai.. The place was not full but the service was so SLOW...3 of the 6 people at our table had to ask for to go boxes and their check before the meal was completed. Because it's lunch and we had to get back to work!!! Let me lean on the positive - still love the salad and a good cup of green tea. Standing on the business - The sauces are not saucing like they used to back in the day. The seasoning and flavor are lost in this sauce. Everything is salty but not flavorful. I wondered why several people at my table asked for extra butter - they wanted the herbs in the butter to override the salt. I ordered a mule..although it was good, no copper cup, just a regular drinking glass. Last but not least, the server kept passing items (my drinks, my takeout container, my check) over my guest instead of walking around her. Lazy? Untrained? I don't know? Just do better! For clarity - don't cross over people's food. read more

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Came to Samurai in celebration of my brother's birthday for a third consecutive year in a row, haha. So I will say now I have a more holistic idea of what it is like. Heads up, they have a new system in which guests are REQUIRED to valet their car. It's complimentary (though you know the caveat to that is the unexpected, expected tip at the end of the night). I was super puzzled though because although for the most part everyone did valet, there were some people who I saw parked their own car. Another heads up is they don't do reservations only walk-ins! Don't necessarily care for that because it creates unnecessary volume in the restaurant at times and is inconsiderate of those who want to enjoy a dine-in experience, but may not have the flexibility to leisurely wait for the next available table. Nonetheless those were my only two complaints because the rest of the restaurant experience was smooth sailing! Place has a typical hibachi setup nothing really stood out to me except the fact that they had a bar. Our waitress was Maggy/Maggie and I swear I wish opt to have her every time because she was great. Pretty laid back, but super accommodating, efficient, and attentive my favorite combo!! Drinks and apps came out fast. I had the lemon drop cocktail and can I say,...shoutout to that bartender!!! My drink was nicely tasting, but STRONG just the way I love. Only thing that stopped me from ordering a couple more drinks was the fact that it was a work day. I had the Gojira roll and it was fireee. Loved the spicy tuna on top paired with the tempura. I also got to sample some of my parties fried rice and it was sooo good. Steak was grilled to perfection. Food cooked nicely. Yum yum sauce was to die for. Our Teppanyaki chef was Eduardo and he was great as well! Super friendly, very detailed oriented! You can tell he gives his work his all and I really appreciated that. I was contemplating halfway through why I didn't get what everyone else had! Definitely will return (maybe tomorrow lol) and would recommend! read more

Samurai - GOJIRA ROLL - Steakhouses Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Samurai is a Miami classic, a must visit if you're in town. Quality of the food here is always consistent and portions are massive. Lunch time specials are awesome and dinner menu is extensive. Service is always very friendly from the hibachi chefs to severs, staff is very pleasant and ready to take on large groups. This place offers a casual and fun environment for anything from special occasions to a family outing. read more