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Makoto
Makoto

Makoto Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Elegant
  • Website: http://www.makoto-restaurant.com
  • Email: makoto.info@starr-restaurant.com
  • Phone: (305) 864-8600
  • Hours of Operation: Lunch Daily:11:30am - 4:00pm

    Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
    Friday - Saturday: 4:00pm- 11:00pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Executive Chef: Makoto Okuwa
  • Dress Code: Business Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Smoking Area, Smoking Area (bar only), Wheelchair Access

Getting there

  • Cross Street: 96th St
  • Public Transit: 96th St and Collins Ave
  • Parking: Valet
  • 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 $1.50/hour with validation.
A word from Makoto
Stephen Starr's newest Japanese restaurant, Makoto is located in the prestigious Bal Harbour Shops. Makoto features a modern Japanese menu including sushi bar selections, modern Japanese dishes, and bincho charcoal robata. A hand-crafted beverage program focused on sake compliments the cuisine. The… dining room and sushi bar seating are available by reservation. Outdoor seating is available upon arrival. Continued
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerJapanese
Diner Reviews
  • "This was my second visit in about two weeks and it reafirmed my previous view. All the food was just excellent and very well executed. My compliments to the kitchen! However the service is fair to poor for such an establishment. Starting from the pretty but intelectually challenged hostess who can't convert a reservation for three people into a table that would actually seat that many people to the waiter, who in his effort to sell as much water as possible fills glasses to the rim so that one can't avoid a spill when picking them up. He also was unable to keep our order straight, because he was too lazy to repeat the order at the end to ensure that he had understood correctly. Management needs to do some serious training here!"
    Dined on 3/6/2014
  • "They called the day before to confirm the reservation. When we arrived we could see why: mob scene. 1st table we were offered was right by the kitchen door. When we declined it, she immediately took us to another one - always leaves a bad taste: 'let's try it to see if we can get away with giving these mugs the worst table in the house'. 3 different wait staff offered us water/a drink (better than sitting being ignored), no-one seemed to know what anyone else was doing & after telling the 2nd two that we had already been asked, it was still a while before we got our drinks & we overheard the order being relayed in the background several times. They don't have much competition in that location, but I doubt we would make a return visit."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "Our favourite my husband loves the food and I love the shopping experience after lunch We prefer lunch at Makoto refine chic ambience without the fuss of the hip places at night Great service great food great restaurant in a great location We live in south beach and we like To get out to a quieter neibourhood during week ends Thank you!"
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "Doesn't look particularly original from the outside, but don't be deceived. This restaurant is fantastic. My husband and I went here while in Miami on vacation. We sat at the sushi bar. Our waitress was very attentive, made great recommendations for what to order, all of which exceeded our expectations. She had a lot of proud about the traditional Japanese dishes they served, which made us enjoy the food even more. We also met the head chef, who was very warm. The food was exquisite. Great attention to detail in the ingredients and plating. I would definitely go back. Particularly loved the beef carpaccio, grilled eggplant, short rib noodles, and certainly all of the fresh sushi we had."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "Had the Kobe beef that I had to cook on a hot stone. Was very unique. Seating isn't very private."
    Dined on 2/26/2014
  • "Everything we tried was amazing. Must have the fire & ice oysters and the spicy tuna crispy rice. The sea bass was excellent too. Our waiter was great and reccomended all the must trys."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "The cuisine at Makoto is on par or better than Nobu but is delivered at much more reasonable prices. Also the selection of items is larger. The nigiri is served at the perfect temperature, the rice not too compact and the rice fish ratio is very good. Try the higher quality sushi sampler with the Toro to get an overview. The king crab hand roll was the best I have ever tasted. The baked Branzino with no bones and crispy skin was a delight. The "Kobe" beef strips, albeit a tiny portion, was flavorful and makes a great appetizer. Service on the other hand was a bit rushed. One gets the feeling that quick table turnover is highly encouraged by management. Also the white wine was served in a glass that was still warm from the dish washer."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "While visiting Bal Harbour we ate at this great place. Lots of energy & variety of food options to choose from!"
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "The food is off the charts. The sauce for the ceviche comes in shaved ice format. It was amazing. Makoto is like Sugarcane in Miami, only 10 times better. The outdoor warmers (torches) were a little strange on my eyes, but it is rare that we need them in SoFL."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Outside dining recommended for spectacular view outh South Beach. Food was creative and delicious, service was prompt and polished."
    Dined on 2/10/2014
  • "Began the night with a Passion fruit Margarita and some crispy rice tuna. Absolutely delicious, All the rolls had their own special touch and flavor that made them incredibly delicious. Place gets many regulars, which is a very good sign. Ambiance is amazing, relaxing, dark but very romantic at the same time. If you like to eat outdoors, that is an option as well and its quite beautiful. Food comes out very quick so be ready to eat right away! Everything comes out as its ready! My partner and I were very hungry so that was a plus for us! The fruit toban yaki dessert was exquisite! Layered in fruits, white chocolate sauce, marshmallow fluff and cookie crumbles, ended the night perfectly for us!"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "The food here is the star of the show and it is a show stopper. Everything we ordered from the spicy tuna roll to the Crispy Carrot Ono to the robata grill branzino was delicious. The most interesting item that we ordered was the Japanese risotto which is cooked table top in a metal pot with a sterno providing heat. This delicious rice dish is finished with truffle butter and then served. Wow. I can't wait to go back!"
    Dined on 2/7/2014
  • "Was there on a week day and the service and food were great. Will go back for sure!"
    Dined on 2/6/2014
  • "When I reserved a table for six in advance and the whole company came we were surprised when an administrator proposed us to sit at the table which is usually for 4 people justifying it that they were quite busy. It was not true because I saw a few tables free and there was no rush inside the restaurant during our lunch. After asking to pull together one more table for 2 people I was refused even this table was totally free during our whole being there. All above to say how the policy of the restaurant or maybe unfriendliness of the administrator can spoil the whole impression of my very good opinion of this great place. Will I go there? It is the question now…"
    Dined on 2/2/2014
  • "We enjoy the food and the service , but it is not cheap"
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "Great Asian food Fabulous service Everything was great"
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "Food runner Gino was very rude, arrogant and unprofessional."
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "Makoto is the ultimate Japanese restaurant. The sushi is at par with the best if the best, but it's robata is the key reason you cannot miss it. Their short rib leaves you dazzled, quickly planning your next visit."
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "Makato is such a treat! Not to be missed!! The food is amazing, the ambiance is so fun...everything about this restaurant is terrific! Cannot wait to go back!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Table was too small for 3 people, took over 10 minutes to get the margarita passion fruits !"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "This was by far the best Resturant I've been to. The food was amazing to say the lease the service was outstanding. I ordered the short ribs on a skewer and the sea bass was amazing and full of great taste down to the desserts."
    Dined on 1/24/2014
  • "One of our favorite neighborhood spots not just because Bob Marley plays in the backround. Top notch food and consistent service. Ambiance is very cool. No problem bringing a toddler."
    Dined on 1/23/2014
  • "Good place to go I've tried to reserved Cipriani by open table I can't but I called there and I get table last monday"
    Dined on 1/21/2014
  • "Since the very first time I went to Makoto, I knew it would be a place I wanted to frequent. The ambiance is great and the food is phenomenal"
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "We ate outside and enjoyed that if was MUCH quieter than eating inside the restaurant. We had a variety of sushi and it was all very good."
    Dined on 1/10/2014
  • "Had difficulty having our reservation honored . After discussion we were seated. Our server was helpful, quick and attentive. The food was good but not outstanding. Compared to a Nobu at a 10 this was an 8. Very noisy. Since it's in a shopping center families with kids that added to the noise..."
    Dined on 1/10/2014
  • "Good , but i needed to watt much time to have a seat"
    Dined on 1/6/2014
  • "Makoto never disappoints; consistently outstanding creative food, wonderful staff and a nonsmoking outdoor dinning area! They also offer a smoking outdoor option which is located on the other side of the restaurant so that each group can be pleasantly accommodated. Makoto is certainly a do not miss when you visit Bal Harbour! ENJOY"
    Dined on 1/2/2014
  • "The high price did not justify the quality of the food and service. When you pay top dollar you expect top quality of food and service. We didn't get that at this place."
    Dined on 1/5/2014
  • "I've eaten at Makoto many times, and have always been seated outdoors. We sat inside for the first time and prefer being outdoors. Too noisy and crowded indoors."
    Dined on 12/28/2013
  • "It would have been a perfect dinner but for some reason the service was lousy. When you go with young children you appreciate a little extra care but the waiter was nowhere to be found for most of the evening."
    Dined on 1/5/2014
  • "the place is cool.. way too expensive for what they do. I bet there are other great options in Miami. this one seems like a tourist rip off."
    Dined on 12/26/2013
  • "Our dinner was fantastic. Always interesting, fresh, tasty. The atmosphere is always exciting. The service is top notch."
    Dined on 1/2/2014
  • "Have been many times. My grandson is a foodie, and, loves the place, we especially delight in the air bread, and amazing fruit desert."
    Dined on 1/3/2014
  • "I have never written a review and go out to many great restaurants. This was so bad and disappointing I felt I had to tell people. Very disappointing...we are from Philly and have been to many Stephen starr restaurants...and this one definitely does fit the bill. We were excited to be in Florida and get to try what seemed to be amazing sushi in a great spot...the food was uninventive and meteocre at best...we expected to be wowed by great rolls and spectacular fish and it was average. Not worth the price tag and would not recommend it."
    Dined on 1/2/2014
  • "This experience at Makoto was one of the best at this restaurant: we asked the waiter to propose his own choices of food and he came back with interesting plates, not necessarily the most expensive ones. We have been able to sit outside (Makoto does not garantee outside seating even when asked for) and the food was delicious. What else can you ask for at a restaurant?"
    Dined on 12/30/2013
  • "We try something new everytime and are never disappointed!"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Amazing food and service!! I would definitely recommend this restaurant !!"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Amazing Japanese restaurant tucked away in the Bal Harbour mall. I highly recommend the Kobe beef cooked on a hot stone, the beef short ribs, the truffled risotto, and always the otoro. We liked it so much we went back twice in two nights!"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
  • "Really fresh and well seasoned food! Risotto and brussels sprouts a must! Fruit dessert extra special!"
    Dined on 12/31/2013
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