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Makoto - Bal Harbour, Bal Harbour, FL

Makoto - Bal Harbour

4.8 (4207)
$31 to $50
Japanese
Bal Harbour Shops 9700 Collins Ave, Bal Harbour, FL 33154

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 142 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
In case you haven’t heard, Makoto has moved to an awesome new space on the 3rd floor. Re-envisioned by Paris-based designer India Mahdavi, it’s a bold new look which will take your dining experience to a whole new level. Bright colors and cozy banquettes. More outdoor dining. More seats at the sushi counter. And of course, the food and drink will be as fabulous as ever.

Looking forward to seeing you there.

Makoto Okuwa ushers Japanese cuisine into the 21st century at his eponymous eatery, located on the 3rd floor of the luxurious Bal Harbour Shops. One of Miami’s most accomplished chefs, Okuwa, a master of Edomae-style sushi, reshapes tradition for a savvy audience eager for something new. Those looking for the perfect spot for a romantic date, a lunch with friends or to celebrate a special occasion, will delight in this remarkable cuisine immersed in a stunning setting created by internationally renowned designer, India Mahdavi.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Makoto Okuwa
  • Neighborhood
    Bal Harbour
  • Cross street
    96th St
  • Parking details
    Valet is offered in front of the Collins Avenue side of the restaurant for $10/hour, $25 for VIP service. Self-parking is also available in the Shops lots and garage for $2/hour.
  • Public transit
    96th St and Collins Ave
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Makoto Sushi Class

    $195.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 24, 2025 only
    5:30 PM
    Begin your evening with a welcome beverage of your choice— wine, sake, cocktails, or beer—along with light bites such as edamame and spicy tuna crispy rice. Our expert Sushi Chef Aki will introduce you to the art and history of sushi, sharing insights into the traditional techniques we use! Once you're settled, you'll head to our sushi bar, transformed into a hands-on sushi-making station. Under the guidance of our talented sushi chefs, you'll learn to create a variety of sushi items, including maki rolls, nigiri, and temaki handrolls. The evening wouldn't be complete without something sweet! Delight in a treat of mochi and receive a personalized certificate as a memento. After all, who wouldn't want to brag about being a Makoto sushi chef?
    Makoto Sushi Class Photo
  • Summer Wine Club at Makoto

    $60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 25, 2025 only
    5:00 PM
    Introducing Summer Wine Club — a brand-new rooftop series at Makoto! Join us the last Wednesday of every month for an unforgettable evening on our stunning new roof deck. Enjoy a curated tasting of seven exceptional wines, paired with light bites and guided by our expert sommeliers. Whether you're a seasoned sipper or just getting into wine, it’s a lively, social night made for discovering new favorites — all with Makoto’s signature style.
    Summer Wine Club at Makoto Photo
  • Makoto Sushi Class

    $195.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jul 8, 2025 only
    5:30 PM
    Begin your evening with a welcome beverage of your choice— wine, sake, cocktails, or beer—along with light bites such as edamame and spicy tuna crispy rice. Our expert Sushi Chef Aki will introduce you to the art and history of sushi, sharing insights into the traditional techniques we use! Once you're settled, you'll head to our sushi bar, transformed into a hands-on sushi-making station. Under the guidance of our talented sushi chefs, you'll learn to create a variety of sushi items, including maki rolls, nigiri, and temaki handrolls. The evening wouldn't be complete without something sweet! Delight in a treat of mochi and receive a personalized certificate as a memento. After all, who wouldn't want to brag about being a Makoto sushi chef?
    Makoto Sushi Class Photo

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What 4,207 people are saying

Makoto - Bal Harbour reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Miami - Dade

    Japanese

  • Miami - Dade

    Most Booked

  • North Dade

    Best Overall

  • North Dade

    Best Food

  • North Dade

    Hot spot

  • North Dade

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Makoto in Bal Harbour offers an "amazing experience" with "incredible food and service." Guests consistently praise its "superb" Japanese cuisine and "beautiful ambiance." Highlights include "fresh sushi" and the "unique" truffle salmon. While some mention noise, the "lively atmosphere" remains a draw. Ideal for special occasions or casual visits.
4,207 Reviews
  1. Tarell VIP

    Miami - Dade23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best service I've experienced in a long time. Camilo did an excellent job!! Most definitely will be back again!

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  2. Jordan

    Miami - Dade1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and wonderful staff. We will definitely be back again and again

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  3. Queta

    Guadalajara6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente! Comida deliciosa diseño de restaurant súper lindo todos los detalles bien cuidados! Muy recomendable para noche mágica

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  4. David VIP

    Panama5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Una experiencia inaceptable que puso en riesgo mi salud. Indignado. Todavía no puedo creer lo que viví hoy en Makoto. Fui a almorzar con entusiasmo, y terminé saliendo con una mezcla de rabia, incredulidad y preocupación. No fue simplemente una mala experiencia — fue un acto de negligencia peligrosa. Desde el principio, le dejé claro a la mesera que soy alérgico al camarón, y que por eso pedía el rollo de camarón vegano. No era un capricho, no era una preferencia: era una cuestión de salud. A pesar de eso, me trajeron un rollo con camarón real. Confié en que habían hecho las cosas bien — y al probarlo, sentí algo extraño. Cuando pregunté, me confirmaron que efectivamente, me estaban sirviendo camarón real. ¿Y la reacción del personal? Fría. Sin empatía. Cero urgencia. Nadie se disculpó de verdad, nadie hizo nada más allá de un “ah, ok, fue un error”. Como si no les importara que acababan de poner en riesgo la salud de un cliente. Esto va mucho más allá de una simple equivocación. Este tipo de errores pueden matar. ¿Qué habría pasado si mi reacción alérgica hubiera sido más fuerte? ¿Y si no me daba cuenta a tiempo? Me pregunto cuántas veces más han cometido este tipo de errores sin consecuencias visibles. Makoto es un restaurante caro, con supuesta reputación de alta calidad. Pero lo básico —la seguridad, la responsabilidad, el respeto por las restricciones alimenticias— fallaron por completo. Y lo más doloroso fue la indiferencia con la que lo manejaron. No hubo preocupación, ni siquiera humanidad. No vuelvo más, y sinceramente espero que nadie con alergias, intolerancias o restricciones confíe ciegamente en este lugar. Porque si esto me pasó a mí, le puede pasar a cualquiera. Una vergüenza.

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  5. Josefina

    Miami - Dade1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Everithing was good We enjoy our dinner so much

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  6. Natalie VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent food, service, and ambiance! One of my top 5 restaurants in Miami.

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  7. Eduardo

    Miami - Dade2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Really excelent. Food and environment. I eill be back

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  8. Dave VIP

    London18 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food and drink are *always* excellent, as was the service. My only gap, which I've mentioned before, is that the inside dining room can get so noisy that it's difficult to hear my wife in conversation. They really should invest in some noise suppression. Thanks again!

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  9. Hugo VIP

    Mexico City38 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Muy bueno, diferente pero como todo Jqpones Platos pequeños

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  10. Ruthy

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a lively evening Food was a 10/10 Drinks 10/10 Service 10/10

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FAQs

Makoto - Bal Harbour offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (305) 864-8600.

Makoto - Bal Harbour is rated 4.8 stars by 4207 OpenTable diners.

Makoto - Bal Harbour does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 142 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Makoto - Bal Harbour

Bal Harbour Shops 9700 Collins Ave, Bal Harbour, FL 33154

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    96th St
  • Neighborhood
    Bal Harbour
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:30 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet is offered in front of the Collins Avenue side of the restaurant for $10/hour, $25 for VIP service. Self-parking is also available in the Shops lots and garage for $2/hour.
  • Public transit
    96th St and Collins Ave
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Makoto Okuwa
  • Additional
    BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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