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    Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Miami

    4.3 (54 reviews)
    Closed 4:30 pm - 10:00 PM
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    Russell H.

    We just had our second visit to Sushi by Scratch in Miami, and it was just as amazing as the first. Every course in the 16-course menu was an absolute hit--beautifully crafted, packed with flavor, and just an all-around incredible experience. Some of the standouts for us were the scallop, king salmon, unagi, uni, spot prawn, bone marrow, wagyu, hamachi, toro, kanpachi, and akami. From the moment we arrived, the attention to detail was clear. We had to ring a doorbell by a passage way on the side of a restaurant to enter. They welcomed us with a complimentary drink while we waited for our session to start, and when we sat down in the private dining area, our names were already written at our designated seats--a small but thoughtful touch that made the experience feel even more personal. The chef prepared each course right in front of us, explaining every detail along the way, which made the experience even more immersive. The staff was incredible as always--attentive, fun to talk to, and passionate about their craft. The only downside is the price--$185 per person, not including tips or drinks--but that's expected with omakase. It's definitely a splurge, but for the quality and experience, it's worth it. Besides the omakase we had in Japan, this is definitely one of my favorite sushi places! Can't wait for round three!

    Stephanie S.

    Regretfully, I can only give 4 stars. The sushi's quality and service are exceptional, yet the overall experience feels rushed. Despite paying extra money for an additional few pieces of sushi we left feeling hungry/unsatisfied. The ambiance and speakeasy vibe are wonderful. As I stated; the quality of the sushi is divine but the whole experience just felt really hurried. We have done omakase experiences in multiple cities/countries and this was by far the most rushed to date. I'm not exaggerating when I say we left hungry. Both my hubby and I had to eat a little something when we got home.

    Laura F.

    The best part of the experience was the service, we ended up being about 15 min late and the chefs thankfully waited for us out of courtesy. My favorite part was how each piece had such a unique topping and there was a method to how they would top ea h piece of Nigiri. I'd come back to experience it again!

    Teva V.

    This was a great experience! I read the reviews before going, yes you get a warm towel to clean your hands before and you do eat with your fingers but it's part of the whole experience and I absolutely loved it! It is pricey but not something you do everyday. We arrived to a little house, had we not known we could've missed it, loved it. We took an Uber here so not sure how the parking situation is though they do offer valet service. Upon entering we were greeted by Washington who gave us a welcome cocktail, a sake ginger that was very good. Once all 10 people arrived we were let in. Our names were on our seats which made it feel personalized. Wails was amazing with recommending drinks, we went with the sake pairing, very pricey but a great experience as I had never had one before. Chef Kevin, Mike and Chris were so much fun, explaining each sushi and stage. The hamachi was my favorite! But they were all amazing! I definitely recommend!

    Amazing Experience. Great Food. Yum! Team was attentive and knowledgeable. Whiskey Paring is a good Treat. Ambience is Perfect for a Romantic Dinner. Valentines Day Weekend 02/15/2025

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    Ekaterina I.

    We loove Sushi by Scratch in Coconut Grove! Best team, always so friendly and funny, the whole omakase process is another experience here because of the people! The food is amazing, extremely fresh and delicious. Ambience and the whole vibe are lovely, always have a great time in. Highly recommend to omakase connoisseurs

    Francesca L.

    One of the best omakese experiences in Miami! Every single bite of the 17 courses was exquisite. The setting is intimate and they do a lot to make the experience special. The chefs were fun, engaging and taught us more about the food we were eating. The only reason I am giving it 4 stars instead of 5 stars was because I thought the entire experience was a bit rushed. We had the 5pm seating and were out the door, paid and in our car before 6:30. I wish it would have lasted a little longer.

    Andrea D.

    I had a grand time at this Omakase inspired sushi night in the Gables. It was a Birthday celebration for me and they sure did try to make it special with little details. There is a side entrance to Omakase that gives it kind of a speakeasy vibe but it was blocked off this day because there was an event going on in the Nave restaurant that Sushi by Scratch is found in. So, we entered through Nave - which is closed. We were early so we waited at a bar top and enjoyed a welcome sake. When it was time, we were escorted through a small kitchen into the omakase space. We were a small group so it was very intimate, the ambiance was cool - a little too quiet - and the room was dark. All the lighting was focused on the sushi and the chefs. But you also cannot miss the menu on the wall behind the table top. It was a great detail to the experience as patrons are able to keep up and anticipate each bite! We started off with drinks. Which were amazing. They also offer drink pairings like sake to go along with the pieces of fish. They also offer a dinning option where you can add truffle and caviar to your meal. But the fishes themselves were so fresh and mouth watering. Each piece of fish comes with an origin story which I thought was a nice touch to the experience (nerd alert!). This is not traditional omakase, there were a pleasant play of different flavors like match and indonesian salt, as well as textures. I will say that the bone marrow was an exciting twist to the 16-course. The 17th course was a nice green tea dessert!

    Rajiv K.

    A friend recommended this Omakase to me a while ago. When reading about it, Sushi by Scratch genuinely seemed like a unique concept given I've had the fortune to try a few. I was sold and excited. In reality, it did miss my expectations. Not that it was bad, the food is exceptional. Ambiance is nice. Intimately lit. Semi private seating, directly facing the chefs. Nice welcome room. It just seemed more "hindered" by the scratch franchise than "elevated" by it. Meaning, a little too copy / paste. One of my friends had some allergies, while they did their best to accommodate, they didn't have simple palette cleanser subs like ginger for him prepared. It seemed more that the chefs had learned recently about the allergies and not so prepared nor have ingredients on had to find a solution. Some of the non beef options lacked the same pizazz as the prepared options for the course. While the chefs were easy to talk with and down to earth, I felt as if there was some passion and (the freedom?) of creativity missing, but again, I think that was due to the access of being properly prepped before hand on the clients needs and having the ingredients on hand to do more with the chef's capabilities. We were the last seating and I felt they were pretty eager to get us out the door right at close. I can't truly knock them for that, but it was noticeable to the point it took away some of the specialness of the night. Compared to some of the other omakases in the area, I can't give this a five. It's somewhere between a three and a four. This time I rounded down, as I think it's great for an entry level Omakase with solid prepared sushi and flavors. The food is insanely fresh and well seasoned. The chefs are friendly and professional. Service was as expected. The whole concept seemed too cookie cutter for an Omakase hence the average rating for this tier of restaurant. Like other comments, it could have been heartier. Valet was $11 and in an easy to access parking area. The cocktails and welcome drink were nicely crafted. While I'm glad I went, I wouldn't rush back on my own accord given some of the uniquer peers in the city.

    Ian M.

    I went to this restaurant a new venture by the Scratch Restaurant Group that is definitely angling for a Michelin Star here to add to their collection. The meal is served in an Omakase style. The dining facility was located in a historical home while the new Scratch is now at its more permanent home next to Ariete. There are two servings of eight people each. Their is a a wine pairing picked out by the Somm which consists of some of the best Saki I have had. The Somm was the best. The sushi comes out quick and with explanations of what fish you are eating; many flown in from Japan. Service is top notch. Parking is off street and valet. The lack of the fifth star: the price! Makes your eyes water, even in Miami.

    Carly M.

    My review is a combo of both the 5 starts & the 1 stars. We booked our 5pm reservation about a month prior. When we arrived we were greated by a very kind staff member who provided us with a welcome drink. To say it's a full drink would be a mislabel, it was more of A shot of Japanese whiskey and ginger. Delicious, but definitely nothing to write home about. Once you enter the sushi bar the seats will be labeled and parties grouped together. I did love the intimacy of the small dark room and mingling with just a few guests. The chefs are friendly and knowledgeable . The courses consist of one nigiri (16) and one dessert cube. The quality of the fish is unmatched. However with a dozen omakase opening in Miami they need to be a bit more edgy/competitively priced. Which leads me to my first true negative - the cocktails and beverages over all were wildly over priced. I'm used to Miami cocktails being $16+ but $18 for a 5oz simple cocktail seems insane. Second- we left hungry. 16 nigiris over an hour and a half may seem like a lot of food. But it's definitely not for the price. And on top of that, I feel like they know this bc they continually tried to upsell additional al a carte items , pairings etc. Finally- we left paying $260pp for the omakase and two drinks. And let me reiterate, we left hungry! It's definitely nothing I need to repeat even tho the bites were delicious. For that amount and the overall satisfaction I would recommend either a lesser price point , an additional serving or larger portions. Too many other omakase with the same quality and lower price tag. This was a definite one and done for me.

    Jeanette R.

    What an experience! Coming from an avid sushi connoisseur I can easily say I tried some thing new here. To start there is a secret entrance with a door bell you must ring to be let in. Your spot at the shared counter table is then indicated by a personalized place setting. It is an intimate time with only 10 spaces available, which must be booked far in advance and with a $50 deposit in to create the reservation. The omakase forecast is listed on the main wall and each piece is explained in great detail by the chef as it is served. Truly a diligent effort and the time spent is to be appreciated. Oh and the actual sushi is fantastic. Fresh and exquisite. The price is $165 per person, and I have already booked my next reservation. Treat yourself and give this place a go, it will be unforgettable! P.S. make sure you arrive on time ;)

    Naomi S.

    Really delicious and memorable sushi experience. I put off eating sushi in Miami after moving from Seattle due to low expectations, but sushi by scratch didn't disappoint. The experience was definitely experimental and not traditional omakase, but the experimental bites like bone marrow and wagyu were some of my favorites. The menu starts off strong with toro within the first few bites. The sake guru recommended a dry sake that tasted incredible and was about half the price of the drink pairing. The experience is intimate and well presented, expensive but perfect for a special occasion. I most likely wont return due to the price, but would recommend for a splurge as the service was impeccable and it was my husband's favorite meal in Miami.

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    Was a great Birthday experience! We had a lot of fun and the sushi was very good! Would recommend

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    Incredible experience. Loved the interaction and knowledge that these chefs had about every aspect of each course.

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    The only downside is the price--$185 per person, not including tips or drinks--but that's expected with omakase.

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    OMAKAI sushi

    OMAKAI sushi

    4.5
    (440 reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$$

    If you are looking for a fabulous Omakase experience, then this is the place for you! Located in…read moreWynwood, its entrance is on NW 2nd. It is small, beautiful with open space, and intimate that you will enjoy very much. The music is piped in and is relaxing. They provide excellent service and show pride of ownership. We didn't have reservations but we were welcomed and even received the best seats in the house. Our server was Francisco, who has worked there a long time, was excellent! We chose the Oma Deluxe because we wanted the entire experience. Francisco explained each sushi and what part of the fish we were eating. Each dish was brought out separately. There were about 9 pieces of different cuts of fish. They were delicious! My daughter had Sake and I had Non-alcoholic beer. Both went fine with our meal. Afterwards, we were served dessert. What a great experience! Give it a try when you can. Later, we went upstairs to ASTRA restaurant and bar to further enjoy our evening with beautiful views of Miami. Street parking is available in Wynwood.

    Omakai was a great sushi stop in the heart of Wynwood. Clean restaurant, plenty of seating, and…read moreeven the bathroom passed the clean test. Parking is mostly limited street parking though, so plan ahead. This spot is more about curated tastings, sashimi, nigiri, and handrolls rather than specialty rolls, so don't expect a huge roll menu. We ordered the sashimi assortment, white fish tasting, seared salmon, bluefin tuna tasting, unagi foie gras, and a few handrolls including blue crab and negi toro. Everything tasted super fresh and flavorful, especially the bluefin and unagi foie gras. Portions are on the lighter side though, so we left satisfied but not totally full. Cedrick was awesome and really made the experience better. He knew the menu inside and out and explained everything perfectly. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Wynwood and want quality sushi without the overly trendy vibe.

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    Paperfish Sushi

    Paperfish Sushi

    4.4
    (324 reviews)
    8.2 mi
    Takes reservations
    Large group friendly

    We visited this restaurant on Valentine's Day and were so pleasantly surprised by how incredible…read moreeverything was. From the moment we arrived, the ambiance and location created the perfect atmosphere for a special evening. The food truly exceeded our expectations. I highly recommend the Miso Black Cod -- it was phenomenal and had the same rich, buttery texture as Chilean sea bass. Absolutely delicious. The Wagyu Burger was also outstanding -- freshly ground, high quality, and cooked perfectly. We also tried one of their sushi rolls topped with miso and filled with fresh tuna and salmon, and it was incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared. You can really taste the quality in every bite. Our server (I didn't catch her name -- an Asian woman, possibly in her 40s) was wonderful and made our experience even more enjoyable with her attentive and warm service. We truly loved this place and are already looking forward to coming back, especially to explore more of their sushi menu. Highly recommend!

    Our last night in Miami Beach and we landed on Española Way by chance -- Paperfish turned out to be…read morethe right call. Booked same-day on OpenTable, seated immediately on a packed Friday night. The covered terrace is stunning -- Japanese paper lanterns, string lights, tropical foliage. The Dragon Fruit Lemonade mocktails arrived orchid-garnished and vivid fuchsia. My Wahakan Old Fashioned came with a single spherical ice ball in a crystal-cut glass. Food highlights: Baby Corn in parmesan cream with paprika was the dish of the night. Crispy Truffle Fried Rice hearty and satisfying. Miso soup clean. Salmon Furai solid. Sushi enjoyable though the rice lacks the refinement of Miami's top raw bars. Vegetarians: limited options -- one Veggie Roll and uncertain tofu preparation when we asked to add it to the rice. Service warm but plates were cleared twice while we were still eating. On billing: 20% service charge added automatically, then the receipt suggests an extra 2-5% tip on top -- worth knowing upfront. OpenTable users: if you're redeeming a Dining Reward card, the staff hadn't encountered one before -- but the manager handled it graciously and honored the full amount without issue. Family-friendly, fair value, genuinely memorable evening.

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    Hiyakawa

    Hiyakawa

    4.5
    (104 reviews)
    6.2 mi

    Incredible dinner experience celebrating my birthday with a few friends! Highly recommend sitting…read moreat the sushi counter. Space is gorgeous and the service was top notch. We got there a bit before our reservation time, and they let us sit in the smaller dining area as we waited for our spots to open up. We all did the $200 tasting and we were all pleasantly surprised by the quality and variety of the bites. It's 8 courses that range from a nigiri sampler, small bites, and dessert. Most memorable were the clam broth, beef loin and carrots, and the fatty tuna nigiri with caviar on top. The fatty tuna nigiri with caviar was the main reason I wanted the tasting! There is an à la carte menu too, but it was a lot easier just letting the chefs portion out our meal. Would definitely check them out and enjoy a superb evening out!

    Went on a Saturday night with friends (party of 5). We had an early reservation at 6pm. We arrived…read morea few minutes early and were allowed in before officially opening the doors which was great. The staff was very accommodating and service oriented. There were a few people working collaboratively to make our experience outstanding. We opted to order ala carte instead of the tasting menu. Everything was high quality, expertly crafted and executed to perfection. Not only was the food delicious, but visually appealing. Will definitely return and recommend it to others.

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    Tanka

    Tanka

    4.2
    (90 reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$$

    The best food The sushi and food is very chinese and…read moreauthentic thank You Samantha and Anthony

    I discovered this upscale Chinese restaurant on our last day while staying at the Marriott Marquis…read moreBiscayne Bay Hotel. It's in the little mall area to the left of the hotel. You can access the mall area from the left of the hotel lobby. What impressed me most was the presentation of all the dishes. They really took great care to make everything look beautiful. All the plates and dishes were just so stunning. The other thing that really stood out was the service. They were so friendly and helpful. I truly appreciate when servers know their menu well and are able to make suggestions. I can't remember my server's name, but she was just top-notch. We ordered: - Miso soup, (served in a charming, Japanese chawan mushi cup) the flavor was really good and strong. (I hate it when it's weak) - Spicy dumplings. They tasted homemade. Yummy - Shrimp shu mai, good, tasted as it should - Tanaka roll, with extra crispies on top, (I was not a fan because I did not expect it to be deep-fried. if it had not been deep-fried, I would've liked it.) - Peking duck served in an impressive three tier tower that looks like a round Chinese Temple. - Pork Belly Bao bun, this was also a miss for me because I expected it to taste like barbecue, but it was just really salty like they used a lot of brown salty sauce. All in all, I really enjoyed this restaurant, even though I didn't like those two items. Bec But, because of the excellent service, the atmosphere and the beautiful way they served the food, I decided to leave them a five star review. Those dishes weren't bad they just weren't what I expected. We don't live in the area so if we were to stay in this hotel again, we would definitely dine here again. I'd like to try some of the other items on the menu. You should give this Restaurant a try, I don't think you will be disappointed.

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    Uchi Miami

    Uchi Miami

    4.6
    (710 reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$$
    Takes reservations
    Fine dining

    Highly recommend Uchi for non-traditional Japanese cuisine! The freshness and creativity of the…read moredish combinations is what stands out the most to me. It may not have the best ambiance or the nicest restaurant decor, but the menu does not disappoint. I particularly like eel, so I recommend the unagi. I also loved the hama chili, which is one of their signature dishes, the wagyu dingo, the shime saba (mackerel), the kimono even though it's a very small bite, and the kinoko nabe, which is not pictured but is truly a must. I'm not sure what they add to it, but it is delicious. If you have room for dessert, the fried milk is interesting because it has several different flavors and textures you can combine. The one dish I would not necessarily recommend is the madai crudo, which needed a little more flavor in my opinion. Service is good both at the tables and in the bar area.

    Uchi our experience was quite nice, went for our anniversary dinner and the tuna was spectacular!…read morePresentation was also beautiful and the atmosphere and environment is very Miami hot spot. My absolute favorites were the Nigiri besides that any of the dishes that came with sauces were fantastic serve it up in a cup and I would legit just chug it! The service was also very good attentive sweet and overall helpful and nice. My only setback is really the portions I thought we ordered a good number of dishes but it felt like an appetizer by the time the last dish came out so we enjoyed our savory bites and decided we would go to a bar and enjoy some drinks

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    Sushi by Scratch Restaurants: Miami - sushi - Updated June 2026

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