Takumi-Tei Japanese restaurant at EPCOT is one of the best dining experiences my wife and I have had anywhere--and we've eaten at a lot of high-caliber spots around the world (omakase, Michelin-starred, etc.). I say that to provide a frame of reference. This place is legit. I was kind of surprised a restaurant of this caliber exists inside Disney World, but now I know. (My wife, who is the Disney expert and enthusiast between the two of us, already knew.) Simply put, if you want to experience the best of Disney dining, Takumi-Tei is it. My wife said she felt like she had been transported to Japan. This place is truly authentic. All of the staff are from Japan. The format and atmosphere is that of a traditional kaiseki (Japanese multi-course) dinner. It's omakase only (essentially a fixed-price tasting menu here), though you can choose between certain dishes for certain courses (examples of which you will see in the Ichiyu-Sansai and Shii-Zakana courses below). I ordered the "Full" seven-course omakase while my wife, who can't eat as much as me, ordered the "Semi" four-course omakase. When it came to courses where we could choose from multiple options, we each chose something different so we could try more things. I like that Takumi-Tei gives you these options. Oftentimes when my wife and I have omakase, we have to order the same amount of food and she can't finish it all and we both end up overeating. Note: Takumi-Tei offers "Kiku" omakase which includes meat and fish and "Hasu" omakase which is vegetarian. Here's what we had: * Beverages Copenhagen Sparkling Tea Lysegron ($12) - sencha, green tea, citrus Japanese Beer Coedo Ruri Draft ($15) * Omakase Menus: one "Kiku" Full ($250) and one "Kiku" Semi ($150) Aperitif Course 1 (Full): Ichijyu-Sansai Sea urchin and squid temari topped with soy sauce jelly and wasabi Course 1 (Semi): Ichijyu-Sansai Crisp golden tofu with delicate silken tofu, served in white miso broth Course 2 (Full): Sashimi Bluefin tuna sashimi served with wasabi soy sauce and shiso leaves; kombu-cured sea bream and striped jack, with seared scallop, julienned vegetables, yuzu miso dressing and shiso blossoms Course 3 (Full) and Course 2 (Semi): Hassun Assortment of seven seasonal ingredients artfully served on individual small plates Course 4 (Full) Dobin mushi (broth steamed in a teapot) A5 wagyu meatball and an awabitake mushroom with yuba and ginko nuts Palate-refresher Sake Non-Alcoholic Cocktail - Okinawa Sunshine Yuzu Juice ($12) Palate-refresher sake before Omakase Course 5 Course 5 (Full): Shii-Zakana A5 Japanese wagyu steak with carrot and onion vinegar, maitake mushroom, cauliflower crispy fried spinach, and gold leaf (additional $35) Course 3 (Semi): Shii-Zakana Steamed alfonsino "Matsumae style" with carrot and onion vinegar, purple sweet potato puree, maitake mushroom, cauliflower, crispy fried spinach, and gold leaf Course 6 (Full) and Course 4 (Semi): Gohan-Mono Hitsumabushi (grilled eel over rice) with shredded omelet; shredded shiso leaf and nori seaweed, wasabi, and bonito broth; assorted homemade pickled vegetables Course 7 (Full): Matcha and Kanmi Green tea accompanied by homemade Japanese sweet potato Mizu-Yokan with caramel whipped cream and assorted crispy chips After tax and tip, this meal cost $615.04. Expensive, but worth it for something so special and unique. The food and drink was phenomenal. Really creative, inventive, and complex flavor and texture combinations, outstanding quality, and absolutely beautiful presentation with an incredible attention to detail. We loved everything. In the final course, fresh matcha green tea was handmade at a tableside cart by our server (Cast Member) Eriko. She's from Fukuoka. From the hostess and host outside to Eriko in the dining room, service was exceptional. A nice touch was a handwritten note on origami by Eriko that came with our check. We liked Eriko so much that we sent her Cast Compliments in the Disney app. We sat in the Washi Paper Room. It felt very intimate because there were only two other couples the room. We got a lot of one-on-one attention. There are five rooms: Wood, Stone, Earth, Washi Paper, and the exclusive "hidden" Water Room (which serves as the private Chef's Table and features a waterfall with a $100 flat-fee upcharge). read more

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I rarely write reviews, especially negative ones, but at this price point, I feel it is important for guests to have accurate expectations before deciding to spend the money. I was very disappointed with our experience at Takumi-Tei. For a dinner costing over $650, I expected a true sushi omakase experience focused on raw fish. Instead, nearly every course was cooked, with only one piece of raw fish served. I consider myself to be an adventurous eater; however, had it been made clear beforehand, I would not have even considered booking this experience. The service also did not match the quality advertised. Our server disappeared for about 45 minutes, and despite asking multiple times, we could not get assistance. There were additional long delays before the final courses and before receiving the check. When the bill arrived, we were charged for something we had been told was included, and the interaction made us feel uncomfortable rather than accommodated. At the end of the evening, we were also stopped from leaving because an introduction was taking place. After spending over three hours there, we simply wanted to leave, especially after such a disappointing experience overall. Overall, the evening felt poorly managed and did not reflect the level of quality or hospitality expected at this price point. After the extended delays throughout the night, being prevented from leaving created an unnecessarily frustrating end to the experience and left us feeling agitated for hours afterward, which should not happen at this level of dining. I would have preferred the fantastic fish and chips in England for under $40 for two people. :) read more

We went to Takumi-Tei for our nicer dinner at Disney. The ambiance was top notch and very romantic. The dress code is essentially casual (we did dress up a bit more since it is a upper scale dinner) The service was wonderful from start to finish. We got the 7 course dinner with some drinks along side it. The meal was very big! We were expecting it to be normal omakase and not feel full but we were pleasantly pleased to leave stuffed! Our server was wonderful and they made the birthday experience well worth! read more

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Service and ambiance were 5 stars. I would probably knock a decimal off due to the lack of greeting from the chef at the price point and my expectation from the only option of omakase. The serving staff were fantastic, regardless. I do not recommend this restaurant unless you don't care about money and you are not as particular for taste. The pricing for both options was basically a ploy to force you into selecting the more expensive option as the first option was excessively meager for the price difference. I'm typically not a fan when fine dining business do this as the value should be based on the price. To me that's bad business. For the food itself, the presentation would be a 4 and the taste of half the dishes should be a 2. All of the cooked fish was overcooked and soggy. The raw fish was definitely the highlight and very good, a saving grace. A lot of the food was served at chilled even though cooked which was confusing to me. Maybe it's just me but I did not particularly enjoy the meal for the price. No particular dish stood out. Sashimi was good but lack of it made things more disappointing. Lack of value for me was the name of the game. And, there was no sushi... I understand that it's in the Disney parks but I think it's better to use my tongue and belly space on something else. read more

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The rating is a 3.5 star for me. The staff, atmosphere, and overall experience was great. The restaurant itself does make you feel like you're in Japan. However, I think the biggest letdown is the food. While it is presented beautifully, for an omakase experience for $250/person, there wasn't much sushi/sashimi. Some of the fish was overcooked and it looked better than it tasted. I feel like the effort was put more into the presentation, and therefore, the taste was lacking. I felt underwhelmed and although I was full, it wasn't satisfying. I would not come back here and wouldn't recommend it if someone were to ask. read more

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Takumi Tei is a serious restaurant. It delivers precision, restraint, and ceremony. What makes the experience more impressive is the contrast to the chaos outside. Epcot on New Years Eve is loud, crowded, and full of people drinking and celebrating. The moment you step through the door, all of that disappears. The room becomes quiet and controlled. It feels like you entered a different world. That level of separation takes discipline and it sets the tone for the rest of the meal. The menu is built around small controlled courses. Nothing is sloppy, oversized, or lazy. Every element has a purpose. The opening bites show technique without shouting. The sashimi course is the strongest example. Knife work is sharp, the cuts are uniform, and the placement shows pride in craft. The wagyu course is the peak. It melts and the seasoning is assertive without being loud. The clay pot soup forces you to slow down and pay attention, which is the right move for this style of dining. Dessert felt weaker than the courses before it, but it did not damage the experience. Service is formal but not stiff. Staff respect pacing and presence. They engage without hovering or performing. That balance is rare. Pricing is high, and it should be. This is not a restaurant for volume or excess. It is for intention and detail. If you want quantity, skip it. If you want craft, it earns the money. I would return, but not casually. This is destination dining. It suits moments when you want a meal that makes you think. read more

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Ok let me start off with, this experience was worth every penny. The ambiance was very intimate and the staff focused on your needs. Your waiter guides you through the food and tells you a little something special about the chef's insight on each dish, which enhances the experience. My partner and I ordered the Omakase: Kiku ($250 per person) it's the full 7 course dinner. They do offer Sake and Wine Pairings for an upcharge, but we don't drink that much, so we ordered a cup of tea each (free refill btw haha!) With the Omakase, you do get to choose some of the options. They also offer a vegetarian menu. Neither me nor my partner are vegetarian, so we just got the regular omakase. Attached to my review are photos of the seven courses (2 of them I took a picture after I ate it because it was so stinkin good that I forgot to take a picture before I dug in!) At the end, your waitstaff prepares fresh matcha in front of you. I guess it was to kind of mimic a tea ceremony, but it was nice!! They also gave us some origami (one each for my partner and I) for memory's sake! It was a great experience. read more

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I have had Takumi-Tei sitting on the backburner for years - I originally planned to dine here shortly after they opened, however that trip got derailed by COVID and I never got the chance to check it out. I made it my intention to try new spots (to me) during this trip, so I booked dinner here for my first night. Takumi-Tei opened about 5 years ago in the Japan Pavilion at Epcot. While Japan already had a couple of restaurants, this was their first Disney Signature restaurant and offers a higher-end experience compared to its neighbors. After checking in, I was led inside and greeted by a Cast Member who explained the concept of the restaurant and the theming. There are 5 elements that went into the design of the restaurant, and each has a dining room it's themed after. I sat in the room modeled after wood, which was really lovely. The decor wasn't ornate at all, rather it was simple with clean lines. Despite this, it gave off high-end and the entire atmosphere was very serene. Takumi-Tei's menu consists of a seven-course omakase menu - and at $250 a person, it's the most expensive restaurant in Epcot. As an alternate, they offer an abbreviated version for $150, as well as full and abbreviated vegetarian versions (same prices). I was going all in, so I decided to get the full monty; while most of the selections were pre-determined, I got to choose for three of the courses. Additionally, they offer sake and wine pairing for an additional fee, as well as even more drink selections and standalone options. I like sake but am by no means a connoisseur - but they had some really expensive ones on the menu so I assume they were high quality. All of the food was really delicious - my palate is not refined enough to decipher between excellent Japanese food and good Japanese food, however I thoroughly enjoyed my experience and could tell that the food was high quality. The highlights for me were the marinated fish selections during some of the courses and the A5 Wagyu beef. I also had two of their standalone cocktails which were really tasty. Service was excellent, honestly it really made the experience for me. My server was super friendly and very knowledgeable of the menu. She took the time to explain everything to me and we had some wonderful conversation about Japan and New York City. Overall, I had a great meal at Takumi-Tei. Is it worth $250? I'm not really sure, but it was definitely a memorable experience and one of the highlights of the dining scene at Epcot. read more

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The perfect an ending to a day at Epcot, sushi in Japan. The service is amazing. The staff is so detail oriented and careful to accommodate any allergies. We love to get the sushi boat which has an amazing selection for two. The miso soup was felt comforting after a long of "walking around the world". We like to set our reservations for this restaurant around sunset. So we can see the fireworks while we eat. read more

Takumi-Tei - Miso Soup - Japanese Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

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Had a craving for a unique dining experience while at EPCOT and decided to try Takumi-Tei. I've heard of the Disney omakase Iike experience and had to try. Vibe: The restaurant is divided into five distinct rooms, each themed after a natural element--water, wood, earth, stone, and paper. Peaceful, providing a perfect escape from the bustling park outside.​ Food: The only tasting is the Omakase, expensive, but let's get into it. The meal began with an otoshi course, a delightful amuse-bouche that set the tone for the evening. The Temari Sushi was a visual masterpiece--bite-sized sushi balls that were both delicate and flavorful. The top highlight for me during my visit though was this Wagyu Gyudon they offered. It was an extra add-on but oh my gosh melt in your mouth goodness. The chef was even nice enough to style it for me to go since I couldn't eat everything Service: The staff embodied the spirit of omotenashi, providing attentive and gracious service throughout the evening. Each course was presented with detailed explanations, enhancing the dining experience. The tea ceremony at the end was a thoughtful touch, adding a cultural depth to the meal.​ Tripadvisor Is this a very expensive dinner. Yes. Would I do it again? Yes. If you come in with those expectations, by all means Takumi-Tei is a worthy treat to either start or end your disney trip. read more

This was a really cool dining experience. We did the seven course option. The sashimi and dessert were my two favorite courses. The food was delicious but I wouldn't go back for the prefix option. I would love the option to order individual courses. read more

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We spent a week in Orlando Florida for our time in Disney World. We ended our trip at Takumi-Tei and it was the best decision we ended with a big bang‼ We were greeted with a smile and get to learn about the history of Takumi-Tei. Our server/waiter was Kyota and he was accommodating, polite, knowledgeable, and helpful with our request. The food was gorgeous, delicious, and high quality. As big sushi lover, we were familiar with the ingredients that we love like Otoro, Uni, A5 Wagyu, ect., but you can tell the chef put in a lot of thought and effort on each dish which accentuated these ingredients flavor. Each dish had a story and it made the experience more enjoyable and wonderful. Br prepared that you will spend 2 hrs here as it's a sit down dining experience, but you won't regret it. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Came here with a group of friends and such a lovely experience. Amazing service, the staff were so polite and attentive to us. The food was delicious. Everyone enjoyed their food and we tried many options. I highly recommend this place. read more

Amazing experience and food. Group of 5- we shared several appetizers and had the hibachi style grilled shrimp, chicken, and steak. The chef was very funny and the food was delicious. read more

Food and service are amazing! They do a great job at not making you feel like you're eating in a theme park restaurant. read more

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My mom was visiting town and I decided to get a reservation at Takumi tei to try it out. We hadn't been there before and were big fans of both sushi and omikase experiences so we were very optimistic. Upon checking out the restaurant, we were immediately greeted by someone who is incredibly friendly, and it didn't stop there. The entire team at Takumi Tei is clearly devoted to service and creating a positive experience and they took very good care of us the entire night. The restaurant is decorated beautifully with each room drawing from a different element in Japanese culture. The presentation of our first dish was adorable: it was in a clear sphere almost like a terrarium, and it consisted of delectable crab and a nice refreshing salad. Also on that plate we had some edamame, some ikura, a soy gelatin, and some lovely glass noodles. This course was almost like snacking. Next came the nigiri course with 3 delectable cuts of fish. Each had a seasoning on top that was a lovely pairing. After that was a lobster tempura with a dipping salt and a sauce. This was the best tempura I'd ever had between the freshness and the crispness. It did the lobster proud for sure. After that, we got a sashimi course! Now I love sashimi, so this was one of my favorite parts. The sashimi course had 6 generous pieces of fish and it was some of the freshest I've ever had. Next, we had our main course. We were given 3 options for this course, so I chose the wagyu beef. This beef melted in my mouth like butter. The sauce with it was a little sweet for my taste, and I wasn't crazy about the potatoes (they were starchy and a little underseasoned), but the mushrooms and pearl onions were excellent too. Next came a nice miso soup with mushrooms which was delicious and perfect to wash down the heavy steak. Last, we had a choice of dessert, so I got the chestnut creme brûlée. It was a little bit savory for my taste, but good none the less. The tea ceremony finished off the meal nicely. Overall, I enjoyed our visit so much. We had 7 courses and were so full. The food was all excellent, and the service was the best I've ever had on Disney property. I'd definitely return to takumi tei. At $250/head, it isn't a cheap spot by any means, but it's worth every penny. read more

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We went here for $250 per person omakase experience. I'm not sure if $250 is the right price but me and my wife both enjoyed the food and the experience! read more

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Had to cap off our Walt Disney World trip with some top-level dining at EPCOT. Read a lot of great things about Takumi-Tei and its $250 tasting menu, so I made a reservation as soon as it was available! I really had no idea EPCOT could bring food on such an elevated level! The tasting menu was as good as it looked on the menu! Started with an assortment of five appetizers, the best part of which was definitely the crab legs and uni. Next up was the sushi course, which was solid. After that was an insane lobster tempura, which was fried really well and went well with the matcha salt that it came with. Sashimi course was solid as well. Best part was the A5 wagyu, as I felt like this justified the cost of the meal. They said it was 3 oz, but it was definitely more than that! Had some great miso soup and dessert to round off an excellent meal. Service was absolutely fantastic! Our server took care of us extremely well. Never felt rushed at all, and the timing between each course was good. Ambience in here was great. The restaurant wasn't really that full to start, and the tables were already spaced out. Was really nice to be comfortable in here. Great experience at Takumi-Tei! Definitely worth it for a meal at a Disney property. Not sure how much I would rate it if it were just a restaurant outside of Disney. But I was definitely not disappointed, at minimum. read more

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My party of 5 had a reservation for Friday night at 6:15PM. Reservations are highly recommended. We were greeted promptly and were brought to our table. It wasn't too crowded or loud either, so it was a huge difference from being in the heat and surrounded by so many people. I appreciated that the environment enhanced our meal in a way, from the music to the service given, it was a really nice touch! When I heard it was omakase, I was expecting us to be sat where we can watch the chef make our pieces, but we were all sat at a table instead and the server would bring us our dishes. Be prepared to stay here for awhile, as it's 5 courses. We started off with the chefs selection of appetizers. The presentation was beautiful, I'm a sucker for nice aesthetics! It followed with the lobster tempura, sashimi, wagyu, miso soup, dessert, and a matcha green tea ceremony. I was stuffed by the end of the meal, and everything was tasty! The sashimi didn't taste as fresh as I'd like, and for omakase, it wasn't as much sushi as I was expecting. The lobster tempura was yummy, they included a buttery sauce and yuzu salt. The wagyu was also good, it was super rich, so I'm glad the portion for that wasn't huge. I chose the strawberry yuzu sorbet for my dessert, so happy I did! I'm normally not a sorbet gal, but the combo with yuzu really complimented it well. While everything tasted delicious, I don't know if I'd come back again. The price is extremely steep for what it is. I guess I'm a bit spoiled coming from NYC, we have many omakase spots for less than $100. I wasn't necessarily blown away, but I'm glad I got to experience this! read more

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Had such a great experience here. I came in the the expectation it would be expensive and have a premium. It's in Epcot after all, and to get this quality inside the parks is a great option to have. Entrance is in the Japanese pavilion, on the right hand side. Once taken inside, you will be explained the different elements and then taken to a room based off the elements in the hallway. We ended up in the Earth room. Our waitress for the evening, Rena, was great and did a great job clearly explaining the dishes, drinks, and even some light backstory on a couple of the items that made it a good learning experience as well! read more

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At this price point, the food didn't blow me away, but service and special dining experience almost made up for it. The staff was extremely kind and efficient. We never felt rushed, and their timing on clearing plates/bringing each dish was perfect. 5/5 for service. The food was honestly a 3.5/5 for me. We got the kiku omakase. The appetizers were not my cup of tea. The lobster tempura was great but not mindblowing, and the sea bream sashimi was quite chewy. The wagyu was delicious but the black sesame paste that went with it was not for me. The best food item was nigiri, specifically the striped jack. It was so smooth, silky and bright. The miso soup was basic, and the desserts were just alright. Our server made our matcha tableside for us, which was cool. She even wrote us handwritten origami notes because it was our anniversary, which was so sweet. We got a complimentary drink at the end as well. Our dinner was enjoyable, and they made sure to make our night special. I wouldn't recommend coming for the omakase ($250 per person), but maybe for the experience if you're up for it. read more

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I didn't get photos of everything I was too distracted eating this food lol. When you arrive the workers are so sweet! When you go inside they give you a little tour of the front and explain what all of the rooms are and what they mean. We dined in the water room it was beautiful I'm not sure if they offer other dining options, we got the omakase (non vegetarian) meal which was 250$ per person. (Not including drinks) They started with sushi, which was amazing I wish they had a cooked option though, I'm not a fan of raw fish at all. They were able to give us Japanese A5 wagyu beef for some of the rolls as we requested them to be cooked, they weren't bad! It was interesting to say the least They give you about three more dishes before you get to the wagyu and roasted duck options, they were all amazing! We tried ALOT of sake options, they were surprisingly really smooth They made us a little thank you card and origami at the end, the server she was super sweet I wish I got her name. But all in all I'd definitely recommend trying this place out, if you like raw fish 10/10 I'd say if your not a fan of sushi or raw fish do not waste your time going here it's mostly raw read more

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After waiting for almost three years, we finally were able to enjoy omakase at this restaurant at EPCOT to celebrate our anniversary. It was more than a culinary experience starting from when you entered the restaurant, as the hostess explaining the design of the different dining rooms were based on. Plant-based menu was available as well. Upon reservation, you can mention about dietary restriction and they would inform you what modification the chef can make. Once sat down, a manager came by to confirm. The quality of food and service was great, and it reminded me of Kaiseki meal I had in Japan. We were impressed by the accommodation and modification the chef did for gluten-free version. Through out the meal, the staff was very attentive. read more

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First of all, it's expensive really expensive second I made a reservation online and then when I brought my daughter they were like no kids allowed and I'm thinking to myself. What am I supposed to do? Leave my kid outside, expecting me to find a solution to your problem, and then they let me in anyway. Since all the servers are Japanese, you expect some kind of Japanese manners. I lived in Japan for a long time, so I know what's expected. This Japanese lady told my daughter to shush, and that wasn't the first time we've been there. The second time, everything was overly priced. There was a tip included, but they had the audacity to ask for more. The food was already $500, and they wanted another tip on top of that. It's the most expensive restaurant in Disney World, not just Epcot. It's okay to go there once, but I don't recommend it. I'm not the smartest person alive, so I'm warning you ahead of time. If you go there, please have a really good reason or just go somewhere else. You'll be all right. The food was good, but not the best. You can't really mess up Japanese beef, and it's a five-course meal. They start with a nice salad, and then they bring out the main course. The server was really nice, but is it worth $500? I don't think so, especially since they're also rude to your children. read more

I really hate to leave this review because of how friendly and lovely the staff is, but boy did this meal take a tough dive off the cliff after the first course. If it weren't for the service, this would be one star. I don't know what it was, but everything seemed premade and not fresh. Dishes came out lukewarm or just fresh out of the fridge cold as if it was sitting there since last week. I'm one of the least picky people out there and have eaten tons of raw fish and Japanese food, but could barely make it past some of the smells and tastes. Seems like a typical Disney scam where they advertise it as one thing and upcharge it for something it's really not. Will not be back here especially considering the cost compared to quality. Just because it looks pretty, doesn't mean it's good. Expected much more and definitely not what I hoped for celebrating 1 year anniversary with wife and my birthday. read more

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This hidden gem at Walt Disney World's Epcot World showcase in Japan is amazing. The experience is like you step away and entered Japan. You feel the peace and tranquility, even amidst a bustling Epcot. Guests can dine in one of five dining rooms themed to the natural elements water, wood, earth, stone, or washi paper. We had the Japanese A5 Wagyu Strip Steak, which I can't say enough of, amazing. I suggest not missing this experience. Now it is very pricey, but we'll with it Next time I am wanting to do the Omakase 5 course meal that was like $130 or the Tea Room Experience. read more

Takumi-Tei - Dessert - Japanese Near Me - Lake Buena Vista, Florida

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Jeff was excited to go to Takumi-Tei in Epcot's Japan pavilion for his birthday meal. We each did the 7 course meal (wagyu beef option). Each course was stunning the atmosphere was a calm relaxing compliment to the meal and the small bites actually equate to a really filling meal. Our servers Na-na and Emini were personable, knowledgeable and very hospitable. We shared a saki paring (because we just aren't drinkers) The price for the dinner even with our annual pass discount was very expensive. The expense just ensures it's not an every night establishment but we would love to go again for a special occasion because it's such a delicious and unique treat. Please see the pictures. read more

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Food 4.5/5 (wasn't in love with the bean curd skin but I did eat everything) ! Service 6/5, Ambiance 5/5. I loved everything about our dinner. Did the omakase. It was expensive (aren't they all) but definitely a dining experience. I couldn't believe we're still in a Disney Park. We had been transported to another world at Takumi-Tei. Service was impeccable. read more

An absolutely breathtaking experience! My server was so nice and hospitable, and the food was incredible. I highly recommend the A5 wagyu beef, as it melted on my tongue. But that's not to say that the other courses weren't amazing! This has to be my favorite dining experience of all time at Disney. 10/10 highly recommended! read more

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Excellent service. The food was top notch and excellently paced. I dined alone and they gave me the same attention given to larger parties. Each room has a different theme relating to the elements. No reservation and I was seated almost immediately. read more

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The Basics: Takumi-Tei is a wonderful luxury dining location located at the Japan pavilion in EPCOT. It features an Omakase menu that highlights their amazing Wagyu beef from both Japan and the United States. The menu also contains various entrees including fish dishes, wagyu beef, and sushi, to name a few. All of the food I have tried here is delicious and I have had a wonderful experience the two times I have visited. Further, I would suggest a business casual type attire at this restaurant, even though it is located in a theme park. Those who walk into this restaurant in their regular park attire do stand out. The restaurant is a quiet and peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the theme park and the appropriate attire for this restaurant reflects that. Things I like: The food and service here is impeccable. The first time I visited the restaurant I had the Omakase Tasting menu. This included the Temari Sushi (similar to a Nigiri but far more beautiful), the Nikomi Wagyu (a bone marrow dish-- delicious), the Wagyu Tabekurabe (a comparison between Japanese and American wagyu beef), and a Japanese Water Cake. All of these items were delicious and worth the price. I would suggest doing the Omakase Tasting menu on your first visit here to learn about what the restaurant has to offer. The Wagyu dish is particularly great as it allows you to compare wagyu beef from two different regions, which no other dish on the regular menu allows you to do. This dish was unlike anything I have had before and was absolutely delicious. I did not love the Japanese Water Cake as much as the other dishes on the Omakase menu, but it was certainly beautiful and an interesting dish to try. On my second visit I mainly focused on trying sushi dishes. I had the Miso Soup, which was the best miso soup I have ever had (and I always try it when it is on any menu). I also had the Mozaiku, which is the most beautiful sushi roll I have ever had, and a larger order of the Temari Sushi which was also delicious. I also highly suggest the Kumo, or Japanese style Cheesecake as it was delicious and a highlight of the meal. The service here is also unlike any service you will get anywhere. It is authentic and absolute perfection. The owner/ manager also comes around to every table to make sure you are enjoying everything, which I really appreciate. Things I didn't like: Nothing to put here! The food and experience here is perfect. Overall, Takumi-Tei is the best restaurant at Disney at this time, in my opinion. The service and food is all perfect and it is definitely worth going out of your way for! read more

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What a great dining experience!! Me and my boyfriend visited Takumi-tei on 1/28 Friday night. I was so excited to visit Takumi-tei because this is also my first visit at EPCOT and Magic Kingdom Park. As soon as we walked in, they welcomed us with warm welcome and gorgeous smile. At this point, we already know we get traditional Japanese "omotenashi." The restaurant was gorgeous and I felt like I was upscale kaiseki restaurant in Japan. We ordered 4 dishes including sashimi platter. Me and my boyfriend were so hungry so we ordered one each for sashimi platter. Every dish came with great presentation and it was like art. I strongly recommend takumi-tei! read more

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So this place is new to Epcot. It opened earlier this year. It promised me authentic Japanese cuisine with an accompanying experience unlike any other offered at a Disney restaurant. Holy crapola did Takumi-Tei deliver. The host escorts you through the initial hallway and explains the importance of the five elements to the Japanese people before she seats you in one of five dining rooms, one for each element. There are plenty of delicious sounding options, but I knew I would have regrets if I didn't go with the Omakase Tasting Menu. It's a seven course tasting menu that was absolutely wonderful. I don't want to go too far into detail on what the courses are, but I will name them and give you helpful tips and tricks. Otoshi Apparently this is different every day, which is very nice. What I got was some bites of asparagus that were wrapped in nori. It was a very light, natural dish that I loved very much. Sometimes a food's natural flavors can outshine heavy seasonings. Temari Sushi These tiny balls of sushi were excellent. The slivers of seafood that are on top of the ball are very thin, so I recommend taking the pieces in two bites, so you can properly assess the flavor of each piece. Trust me, you'll see what I mean. Nikomi Wagyu Bone marrow is amazing. Wagyu is amazing. The wasabi dots on this plate aren't very harsh. I recommend everyone try them at least once. Also, there's a smear of dried sauce running down the middle of the plate. The key is to plop the juicy meat on top of the smear to rehydrate it and then you can taste it. It's nice. It's got a mild sweetness to it. Hashiyasume This is a palate cleanser, and it is very very cold. If you have sensitive teeth, do not take this in all in one bite. Wagyu Tabekurabe The main event. Japanese vs. American Wagyu. I don't want to sound obvious, I really don't, but the Japanese was just better. You'll see. Everything on the plate was nice, but the true winner was "Matcha Maldon," which was a combination of matcha powder and sea salt. Oh my God. This stuff was so good. I ran out of it. I almost asked for more. Shizuku This was fun. I've seen cakes like this on Facebook and stuff. It's absolutely flavorless, and the texture is reminiscent of the inside of a grape, which was nice, because there were grapes on the plate as well. Just make sure you grab some of the Yuzu Crumble with each bite of the cake, and you're golden. Tea Ceremony This was amazing. Our server and another server joined forces to make tea from matcha powder right in front of me. One did all the work as the other one narrated, and then they taught me the proper way to drink the tea. So much fun. Overall, wow. I don't know if ordering from the tradition menu items would yield to a five star review, but the tasting menu was a very, very good experience. Unlike anything I've ever even heard of in Orlando. If you're yearning for an authentic Japanese experience, come here. read more

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This was literally the worst meal I've ever had. Across the 7 courses, there wasn't a single item I would ever order again. My wife and I are very adventurous eaters, so this review isn't just because of a few exotic courses, it was the entire thing. Even the wagyu had gristle in it. All items were room temperature. From the broth to the steak to the sashimi to the cheesecake. All the same temperature. Two of the dishes I couldn't even try because the smell was just too much for me. We were seated at 5:45 pm and left at 9:10pm, and that was because I was rushing the waitress to bring our check. I did the wine pairing and my wife did the sake pairing. We each had a cocktail as well. With the tip the total was $1,110....... I beg you, don't do what I did, complete disaster of a restaurant. We read alllll the 5 star reviews and were planning on this being the highlight of our 2 day getaway. Wasted 3.5 hours of our trip. read more

We have been looking forward to trying this new place in Epcot ever since I saw that it was opening. I am a huge fan of Japanese food and culture and it sounded like this was both! We were not disappointed! From even just walking up to check in you felt like you were in Japan. And the experience only got better. We were checked in and did have to wait for a bit but we took a walk through the Japanese store which is an experience itself. We headed over when we got our txt. We were lead through the entry hall that had examples of each of the 5 elements that the restaurant is based on. Very nice. Our hostess was dressed in style as well. We got our table and started checking out the menu. Small and focused. I like that. Of course we started with drinks. I got a nice whiskey drink that came in a cherrywood smoked box. Really nice. For food we landed on getting the tasting menu. This is very pricey but we were allowed to split one which we like to do anyway. The first course was just this little mushroom with a sauce. It was amazing how much flavor was packed into such a small bite. Next we moved on to sushi. These we round which I had never seen before. All were very fresh and very good. This is going well! Now we get our first taste of Wagyu in the form of short rib on top of bone marrow. The marrow is an acquired taste and could be off putting for some. I found the texture strange but very flavorful. Combine it with the short rib and the other items on the plate to create a really great bite. Now the big course! Wagyu steak; one from Japan and one from a local farm. Both were delicious. Cooked perfectly and tender. A nod has to go a little more to the Japan version as it seemed a little less fatty. Everything on the plate was bursting with flavor. This was great! For dessert we had Suites Dani - Japanese water cake, Rose, kuromitsu, kinake crumb. The 'cake' was the gel looking stuff. Actually very tasty. And we finished with a Japanese tea service where the tea was made tableside with a traditional presentation where you drink it after turning the cup 2x to show respect to your host. Very cool!! As others have said this is pricey at $130 each for the fixed menu but it is an immersive experience from beginning to end. Also sharing one can help but then you may not get enough to eat. But what you get is amazing. Definitely worth the splurge and we look for to trying it again! read more

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If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. Hands down, best restaurant in Disney World. The theme is basically Japanese art forms relating to the elements, and it's really well done. The waitresses were at another level. Reminded me of when I was in Japan, just super respectful and on the ball. Now the food, crazy good. Each course was amazing with a great presentation. Bone marrow with braised short ribs, crazy ball sushi, weird rain drop dessert and the most interesting matcha tea ceremony literally "performed" at the end. We loved every minute of it and it was well worth the expensive price tag. read more

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Meh. We made a reservation and then didn't make it due to rain. As a result, they charged me a missed reservation fee of $100. Later, after I disputed the charge, I was charged $40 for two of us. I understand the charge given the high class dining experience but damn, Disney, take more of my money. read more

World class Japanese restaurant at Disney Epcot! We felt extremely fortunate to have a wonderful dinner at Takumi to end our trip at Disney. Located in the Japanese section st Disney Epcot, this restaurant was opened in July 2019 and reservation can be made on the Disney My Experience app. When we arrived at the restaurant, we were immediately greeted by two traditionally clad Japanese hostesses. We were first led through a hallway and the hostess explained the concept of the restaurant which was based on five earthly elements. We were then led to the wooden themed dining room and our waitress took the time to explain the menu to us. For my dinner, I picked the Temari sushi for $37, Ebi Tempura for $44 and Yuzu cheesecake for $14. The presentation of Temari sushi was exquisite with wonderful Toro, bluefin, salmon and yellowtail. For Ebi Tempura, the entree was delicious with generous serving of jumbo prawn, black rice and tofu. The yuzu cheesecake was a delight with the candied Yuzu rine adding a refreshing flavor to the dessert. As for service, our waitress was very hospital and polite. The ambiance of the restaurant was traditional and intimate with soft lighting. Overall, it is one of the best meal I have ever had st Disney. Highly recommend! read more

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We are now in the times where the mouse house is still shut down due to COVID-19 and you are contemplating where to eat for your next trip to Epcot at Disney World, or you're going back to fond memories of your trip here.. if you're planning a trip here and looking for a good date/dinner or somewhere fancier than a character dining meal, definitely go to Takumi Tei in Epcot. My palate of nigiri and waygu have been spoiled due to Takumi Tei -- that's not a bad thing because now my standards are ridiculously higher (lol). Prior to our arrival we made reservations to eat at Takumi Tei after watching and reading reviews on Disney World restaurants on the web and YouTube. What an awesome choice that was. We made it a plan to check out the location on one of our trip days since we had park hopper ticket packages and it was like finding a speakeasy! It's in the Japanese Pavilion around the corner to the right of the souvenir shop/marketplace on the ground floor. You can absolutely dress up or dress down in your casual park attire - either is fine. When we arrived we were escorted to our selected theme room after given a mini tour through their hallway entrance about what their restaurant is all about and what elements balance our lives - ours that day was their Paper room. You can use your Disney Dining credits for an a la carte meal or go for their omakase tasting. We consulted the menu and opted for their omakase because although the price tag is higher we were getting a lot of quality courses and 2 kinds of wagyu on one plate. SOLD. We mentioned I had a shellfish allergy and the chef would substitute a shellfish item for something else (I didn't want to take any chances during a vacation so I waived my chance of eating their buttery uni). Luckily my husband got the regular omakase menu so he got to try it out instead. We had an amuse bouche (one with shellfish and one without). We were then served 5 nigiri (toro was my absolute favorite), had a dish with wagyu shortrib and roasted bone marrow, had a refreshing palate cleanser... then made way for a plate with 2 types of wagyu--A-5 Japanese wagyu and american wagyu with matcha salt and accoutrements (hint: japanese wagyu is the best). We rounded out our full tasting with raindrop cake and had ceremonial matcha tea which was my favorite. The tea was prepared by our server Shoko and another server. They serve the matcha tea to both a la carte diners and those taking part in omakase tasting. So special. Shoko came back with souvenirs for our dinner--a copy of their omakase menu so we can remember what we ate, an origami crane with a sweet written message (I commented on their tea), and crystallized sugar in a little jar--something we can remember from our trip. And remember we did. I still have withdrawals 2 months later and have raised the bar on sushi and wagyu--if it's not prepared this eloquently we aren't ordering it. Tl;dr--what are you here for? Best dinner at Epcot. Love Japanese food, want your taste buds to dance, and make that "mmmm" groaning sound? Make sure your next trip involves eating at Takumi Tei. We can't wait until our next trip to Walt Disney World. read more

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Few restaurants garner high marks on food and service. But I'd also like to add another criteria in the case of Takumi-Tei; philosophy. Diner be ware, this establishment is not for those seeking more familiar fare such as California rolls or hibachi. You can certainly find that next door in this Epcot located restaurant. But I encourage you to look deeper, in yourself. If you're open to a VERY Japanese experience in high quality, subtle and delicate perfections, and creative but delicious food art, welcome. Nestled within the main building in the Japanese pavilion around the World Showcase, you'll find a single wooden door marked only by Japanese characters. Once inside, you're greeted by simple elegance of a long hallway flanked by the elementals inspiring each dining room. A wonderful and enlightening explanation along the displays help to bring your mindset into a new way of thinking about food and how it relates to us. As you are escorted to your dining room, you'll be treated to a gracious hostess who will explain further the significance of each room. Impeccable timing and choreography within the various serving staff provides friendly, sophisticated hospitality. My wife and I selected the tAsting menu and relinquished control of dinner to our expert hosts. After the beverage order was taken, hot towel service followed promptly. What a simple and luxurious way to start a dinner! Our first course was presented to us read more

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