Azabu Miami Beach

This restaurant would be one of the few reasons I venture onto Ocean Drive. Can it be called a hidden gem if it's in the Marriott Stanton? It has a cozy, intimate interior that lets you forget you're in South Beach, with 2 bars, one cocktail bar and one sushi bar. Happy hour is offered from 6-8 PM daily at the high tops, as in the bars. We were able to sit at the sushi bar (not operating but still pretty) and order happy hour drinks with our dinner. I was delighted to get a refreshing Toki whiskey highball, much less one for $10 on happy hour.They offer both a $45 and $60 Miami Spice dinner menu, affordable options for a South Beach dinner. I recommend going with the $60 menu since you have more choices and 2 appetizers that you can get.The Hamachi Yuzu was beautifully plated and gave 4 generous cuts of yellowtail with lovely curls of fresh scallion. The yuzu oil and furikake gave an aromatic finish.The Spicy Tuna Roll gave plenty of pieces to share and was well put together. I've rarely ever seen a sushi roll that was so neaty pressed that nothing was out of place. The little jalapeño slices were a pretty topping as well as a fresh condiment with each bite.The Scallops Crudo were meaty and lightly dressed with a citrus soy sauce. I could have easily had 5 more pieces of it.The Salmon Tataki was the most surprising and impressive dish in the appetizers. Tataki makes me think of blow torched cuts of sashimi, but this salmon was cured, creating a slightly done outside but had more of a thick smoked salmon consistency. The miso dashi that dressed the salmon was addictive. I would have eaten a lot of things with it.I had the Mishima Wagyu Hanger Steak which was perfection. I reserve red meat meals to a few times a month, and this dish, served on a hot steak plate, was the one to have. The meat was cooked as requested, the plum teriyaki was savory without being overtly sweet, the eringi mushrooms were plentiful and tender, and the onions were caramelized just enough to leave the onion flesh but add lovely sweetness to the steak.The Vegan Japanese Curry was awesome as well. The sweet potatoes were cubed and roasted crisp, which gave them heft within the silky curry texture. The curry was flavorful, not spicy, just as the Japanese have it. There was generous use of tender broccolini both in the curry and with a side, cooked well enough to leave the bright green color to complement the dishes.Our server Vishal was on point with accommodating requests, serving and clearing dishes and giving menu recommendations. He recommended the Yuzu Zabaglione as a light, fruity dessert, and he was right. The dessert's combination of whipped mascarpone and yuzu custard was airy, yet substantial in sweetness and flavor to make it completely satisfying. I did hope for a little more yuzu flavor, but I'm also the type to want to drink yuzu juice straight up. (Vishal also mentioned that both the Yuzu Zabaglione and the Hokkaido Cheese Tart are new dessert menu items. Very exciting)I completely recommend you try Azabu for Miami Spice or regular dinner or happy hour! I'll likely see you there.

$20 to valet in a covered space (validated). Nice hotel foyer entrance with comfortable chairs outside in case they're needed if you're waiting for someone. Hostess was efficient with seating. It wasn't too full, nor empty the Tuesday after Labor Day. A nice crowd. Server Vishal was exceptionally friendly and efficient. Supporting staff were all very friendly and checked in as well too. Nice plating and ambiance. Classy with some Japanese notes like a bonsai tree. The $60 miami spice menu was really worth it. 2 apps, a main, side dish and dessert. I'mA big eater and I felt pretty sustained. Everything we ate was delicious. From the raw, cured like preparations of hamachi and tuna to the scallops and sushi. The vegan curry was very flavorful too. It's nice to note they did try to cater for vegan diets here and that also is the case with the vegan mochi! The side Brussels and broccolini were also packed with flavor. Anyone looking for a quality meal, flavors, service, ambiance should be satisfied here. Totally worth the Miami spice!

Worth the money! I had such a wonderful meal at Azubu. It is not cheap without a doubt but the service and food was fantastic. I had a couple appetizers and an entree and sushi. I cannot lie to the 3 people that read this, i don't remember what I got. Sorry The sushi though I got was time stopping, maybe it was because I was hungry but I could have sang a song I was so thrilled with the taste. The entree portion was very fair for the price. The service staff was attentive to ensuring that the meal was served in a manner of time that was appropriate. All-in-all, it was worth it. It is also fun to watch the people on dates spending more money then they could probably afford to flex for their partners.

For a Michelin star rated restaurant, our experience was somewhat underwhelming and overpriced. The restaurant itself is simply decorated and lovely. Ambiance is my speed, quiet and dimly lit. The service was good and the staff was friendly. Surpisingly, the kids' meal portions were about the same size as the adults. The chicken katsu off the kids menu was the second best thing I ate after the uni sashimi. The chicken filet in the katsu is thinly pounded and perfectly breaded and crispy. There didn't seem to be much crab in my $35 crab fried rice, and I would have loved to see a fried or soft boiled egg on either the fried rice or beef udon. Both entrees were bland despite the side of oyster sauce they suggested using. The rolls were also bland and lacked flavor. An 18 percent service charge is added to your check. My suggestion if you want to try this place? Sit at the bar for Kanpai hour between 6p to 8p. I wish we had done that before dropping $300 on the convenience of it being in our hotel.

Great Miami Spice experience! I chose the 4 course option for $60 and felt like it was worth it. The highlights were the wagyu gyoza, Brussels sprouts, and the hanger steak. Each one of those were memorable and would bring me back to Azabu. The service was great. They were attentive without being overly invasive.

First and foremost, for a 2023 Michelin Star place, inside the Marriott Stanton in South Beach, expectations are set high! The service was fantastic, Nadie was attentive and friendly, but not overbearing, superb service - thank you!Let's get down to it! The food, let's start by saying I did not order direct from the menu, but used the "Happy Hour" menu, which is really well priced and hours are from 6-8pm. Sapporo - $5!A massive Azabu salad $7Miso soup - $7Spicy Tuna roll $12Salmon roll $12Ok, you had me at Michelin and hello, seriously, this is a fantastic deal for South Beach and the food was worthy and beyond of the price point. The rolls were tasty, not overly dressed with sauces, the sushi rice was very nice, the sake and whisky selection is TOP NOTCH!

We tried Azabu maybe 3 years ago during Miami spice months and we fell in love. We are regulars now. We didn't like this years Miami Spice options too much. They removed some of the best appetizers and we did not like any of the desserts at all. Previous years were amazing. Good quality is really good. The hanger steak is amazing. Hope next years they bring back the fried lobster and the crab roll those were going addition to the menu and the amazing desserts you used to have.

SO GOOD! Made a reservation online. We were seated quickly and had the option to sit inside or outside. We opted for inside. Had a cute little table by the bar. Service approached quickly and was very knowledgeable. We ordered cocktails and the tartare for our appetizer. I got sushi and seaweed salad for my entree and my boyfriend got the Wagyu beef. It came raw and you cooked it at the table on the hot pot! It was so good. We got the donuts for dessert and they came with chocolate mousse, whipped cream and a berry jam. The entire meal was well done and delicious. I would definitely go back!

We came here for the $60 Miami Spice menu, and it was absolutely worth it! One of the best values for a spice menu this year. All of the food was amazing and fresh and the portions were large, giving you a full sized entree and roll. The dining room was small, intimate and quiet, and the service and drinks were amazing. Highly recommend trying Azabu this month to get the spice deal.

If you have a Japanese craving, this is the place to satisfy it. Unfortunately the beef broth noodles missed a mark from the past.