NAOE Reviews List

Dined on 6/01/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"NAOE was incredible! We went for my husband's birthday and it was a truly spectular experience. You are transported to Japan and the food could not be more authentic. Picky eaters beware though as you must have an open mind and an adventurous palate to truly enjoy it. Sit at the sushi bar so you can watch the action."

Dined on 6/01/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 2 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Special Japanese Experience

Dined on 5/28/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very interesting restaurant to explore for excellent Japanese food. Good quality and presentation, as well as sake options. Unique experience to truly give your mouth a taste of Japan in Miami."

Dined on 5/28/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 3 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner at Naoe

Dined on 5/31/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This was, by far, the best sushi I have ever had! Not only that, but the entire experience was amazing. The staff explained everything they brought us in detail and were super attentive. I'd say that they really went out of their way to make our night amazing, but it didn't seem that they were going out of their way at all. They seemed to genuinely enjoy making our dining experience more than memorable. We can't wait to get back there."

Dined on 5/31/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 4 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Naoe is ALWAYS the best

Dined on 5/30/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It is almost a 2 month wait to get a reservation @ Naoe so I jumped at the cancellation even though it was last minute. Kevin's quality and selection or rare and unusual sushi (sea cucumber roe, whelk, Hokkaido uni, etc, etc) is always highly anticipated and appreciated - I would venture to say Naoe is one of the finest sushi restaurants in the US. Kevin's family in Japan produces wonderful sake (we had the Nichiei Junmai Daiginjo “Glory Of The Sun” and it was superb) and we also ordered some extremely fine matcha tea that Wendy offered and that was not on the menu. The best restaurant in Miami."

Dined on 5/30/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 5 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very Authentic Asian Cuisine

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"This place is for true foodies who enjoy experimentation and trying new and different things. The service is outstanding."

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 6 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Impeccable dining experience

Dined on 5/26/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Expect to pay quite a bit, but well worth every penny"

Dined on 5/26/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 7 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything I ate is so delicious!!!

Dined on 5/24/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Chef Kevin... He knows about Japanese food much better than I do,and Im from Japan. It was worth the extra day in Miami!

Thank you to everyone at Naoe, they are so professional."

Dined on 5/24/2013

Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 8 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Michelin Star

Dined on 5/21/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Still waiting on it. Service impeccable as always."

Dined on 5/21/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 9 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Unique

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Very unique experience, totally worth the price tag (in my opinion) ... go in mentally prepared not to expect the "quantity" to be proportional to what you pay ... rather expect "quality" and "uniqueness" to be the indicators that measure your experience ... if you have a very special person in your life that enjoys Japanese cuisine this is the place !!!"

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 10 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Sushi melts in your mouth. Dessert is amazing."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 11 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our Happy Place...

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have been visiting Miami the past four years and we cannot come here without a reservation to Naoe. Chef Kevin Cory provides an amazing omakase and you would be missing out to not extend your meal to include the additional chef selections. It's always a pleasure to see and speak with Wendy - she makes your experience just that more perfect as the service is always impeccable and friendly.

The cab drivers will never know where they're going as the new location is in the Brickell area and unassuming but if you have an Iphone or a map app, it's easy enough to find if you have the address and look up the directions to guide them. Don't let the location deter you.

We look forward to next year."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 12 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The God of Sushi

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"I just went for my birthday and asked to have a great seat. They put me right infront of where the doctor was going to work on fish and shellfish that i've never seen nor heard about in my 11 years of restaurant expreience. His family soy sauce and house scraped wasabi put and twist on ever bite his bento box should be in the sushi encyclopedia for the greatest of all time. Though exotic any palette would be enticed enough to try everything overall a 10 out of 10"

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 13 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Impeccable Service

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Food was delicious and unique. Service was impeccable. Great place for foodies and/or those Looking for a unique dining experience. Very traditional Japanese cuisine. One of my favorites!"

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion

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Review 14 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Sushi in Miami

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Words cannot express how enjoyable the experience my wife and I had at NAOE. From start to finish the staff was extremely friendly and made us feel right at home. The restaurant is extremely cosy. While they only seat 8 for each dinner service they restaurant could hold more, but the limited amount of people keeps the service spectacular and intimate. The food was amazing, each piece was hand crafted with care by the chef. Keep an open mind with what you are served and you will surely enjoy yourself. I can't say enough about this restaurant. Next time we are in the Miami area we will be sure to visit here again."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 15 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Hidden gem

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"NAOE is hard to find. No signage, illegible street number, and when you actually find and look through the door, the only evidence that there might be a restaurant inside is the presence of a small podium and a receptionist. One could easily conclude he/she is in the wrong place. That is when the receptionist looks up, smiles, welcomes you, almost congratulating you for finding the place, and guides you around a wing wall into a tiny, unpretentious restaurant. That's when the fun begins. There is room for about eight diners, mostly at a bar over which diners can watch the artistry of food preparation. There is no menu, as the meal dependends on what the chef finds that day. Delicious food, ultra-fresh; perfect service; culinary artistry."

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 16 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Not for most people!!!

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"If you like having sushi in what feels like a large walk in closet with dim lights then Naoe is for you.There are no windows, no art work,no atmosphere,nothing.It's just you & 7 other people dining on VERY expensive sushi without choices.You get a bento box,miso soup,7 pieces of nigiri,small fruit plate & 2 small pieces of cake & soy ice cream.As for drinks,No wine,no beer,no cocktails,just sake. I have been to Japan & had great sushi in beautiful restaurants with atmosphere but Naoe was not like this at all.The service was great but then again with only 8 diners how could it not be!We were 4 and it cost $725 including tax and tip.We had 1 bottle of sake and another half bottle. We left hungry and disappointed."

Dined on 5/01/2013

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Review 17 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

I'm sad that it was disapointing

Dined on 5/05/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"First of all I want to say ,NAOE is my favourite restaurant in Miami, so it's difficult to write a bad review. Personally I think the bento box it's the most exiting part of the whole experience, we all know their nigiris are amazing but that's a given for me. This time the bento box seemed , unworked, like left overs put together nicely. The squash soup they always serve was watery and did not have the depth of flavour it normally does. We all know consitency is probably the most difficult think for restaurants to achieve but the problem with NAOE is that you built your excitement after getting the reservation (super difficult) for that super special experience and don't expect this kind of mistakes. Of course we'll give it another chance"

Dined on 5/05/2013

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Review 18 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bento box didn't do it for

Dined on 04/27/2013

2007

Dined on 04/27/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Bento box didn't do it for me, but the sushi was outstanding!"

Dined on 04/27/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

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Review 19 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

NOAE... a total escape

Dined on 04/27/2013

Dined on 04/27/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"NAOE is a a total escape from the crazy city life. One would never think that such a place or restaurant even exists in this town. NAOE is the closest thing to going to Japan without actually going. Prepare yourself for a pallet of flavors that even the most experienced will have a hard time trying to register them and associate them with anything they have had before. We were lucky enough to have the beautiful and extremely knowable Wendy as our server. Paired up her service and Kevin Cory's insane adventure of flavor made for one of the best culinary experiences of my life.

Clear your calendar, make a reservation, turn off your phone, and enjoy the bliss of NAOE..."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 20 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Naoe offers a traditional

Dined on 04/23/2013

Dined on 04/23/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Naoe offers a traditional Japanese sushi experience like I had only previously read about. the cuisine is somewhat advanced in probably would not be enjoyed by the beginning sushi eater or non-adventurous eater. That being said, if you enjoy sushi, food and trying new things this is THE place. Sushi preparation and service of a very high caliber. Chef Kevin, Wendy, Benz and the rest of the small staff were as amazing as the quality of the food that was presented. There is a small beer list and sakes for purchase by the bottle from Chef Kevin's family brewery in Japan. I was also very excited to discover a variety of quality Japanese loose leaf teas were available as well. Order the extra available courses and enjoy!"

Dined on 04/23/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot

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Review 21 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Ate things I probably never

Dined on 04/21/2013

Dined on 04/21/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

"Ate things I probably never would have but never would have missed it had I not. Went home and made a turkey and cheese sandwich."

Dined on 04/21/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 22 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Where is the Michelin star?

Dined on 04/02/2013

Dined on 04/02/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

"Absolutely stunning. Service was impeccable. Where is the Michelin star is the question."

Dined on 04/02/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 23 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Sublime Experience

Dined on 04/17/2013

Dined on 04/17/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Naoe is for people who not only love fine Japanese cuisine, but equally important, who also appreciate a rarified and personal dining experience. Eating at Naoe is an exercise in mindfulness. The place is a gem (simple, stark, quiet, and focused), chef Kevin Cory is a gem, and his staff are gems. This is omakase at its finest -- and I'm speaking as a Japanophile who loves fine Japanese cuisine in New York City. Miami is lucky!"

Dined on 04/17/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 24 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Add to Foodie Bucket List

Dined on 04/11/2013

Dined on 04/11/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Naoe should be on every foodie's bucket list! This place is outstanding!! Sit at the counter if you would like to see how Chef prepares the food- just watching him is an experience. There is no other restaurant in Miami like Naoe!"

Dined on 04/11/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 25 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It's a little gem. Jiro Dreams

Dined on 04/12/2013

Dined on 04/12/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It's a little gem.
Jiro Dreams of Sushi in Miami."

Dined on 04/12/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 26 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Heavenly

Dined on 04/14/2013

Dined on 04/14/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The day after the unforgettable omakase meal Kevin Cory prepared for us, i was still feeling as if walking on clouds, and it took me a while to come back to earth in order to put other food in my mouth."

Dined on 04/14/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion

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Review 27 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

5 Stars

Dined on 04/05/2013

Dined on 04/05/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Excellent fresh Flown in right from Japan. Note Very Expensive"

Dined on 04/05/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 28 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Elegant service paired with

Dined on 04/13/2013

2008

Dined on 04/13/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Elegant service paired with exceptional Japanese food as a dining experience like no other in Miami"

Dined on 04/13/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 29 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Super expensive but an amazing

Dined on 04/13/2013

Dined on 04/13/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Super expensive but an amazing experience! If you think a califonia roll is sushi, don't go here. It's real Japanese, expect to try new, weird and fantastic things. Best eating 'experience' ever. The staff are lovely and very informative."

Dined on 04/13/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 30 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great!

Dined on 04/10/2013

2008

Dined on 04/10/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Had a wonderful experience. Excellent food and awesome service."

Dined on 04/10/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 31 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The most amazing Sushi you

Dined on 04/06/2013

2009

Dined on 04/06/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The most amazing Sushi you will ever eat!"

Dined on 04/06/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 32 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Authentic Japanese... You

Dined on 04/09/2013

Dined on 04/09/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Authentic Japanese... You should know that you will have the most authentic Japanese food you can have in Florida, that being sad, it is completely different than your neighborhood japanese restaurant."

Dined on 04/09/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 33 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of kind experience that

Dined on 04/02/2013

Dined on 04/02/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"One of kind experience that blew us away. I can't wait to eat there again and have another amazing experience with the chef and the staff."

Dined on 04/02/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion

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Review 34 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The most decadent food you

Dined on 04/09/2013

Dined on 04/09/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"The most decadent food you might ever put in your mouth. My only problem was that I wanted more."

Dined on 04/09/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 35 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best service I have ever received

Dined on 03/31/2013

2007

Dined on 03/31/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Best service I have ever received in a restaurant. You must like Japanese food I.e. sushi/sashimi to go there as it is very expensive and you have no other options. Also you must drink sake, as there is no wine list. It was my first try at sake"

Dined on 03/31/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 36 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing experience

Dined on 03/29/2013

Dined on 03/29/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We took a taxi from SoBe to Brickell Key and had pre-dinner drinks at Mandarin Oriental. After drinks we walked to Naoe which was quite hard to find but I won't give any hints how to find the restaurant, we all have to find our own path :-). Ambience was magical and service perfect. Food was prepared with utmost attention to detail offering once in a lifetime experience to remember. I don't want to reveal too much, you have to visit Naoe yourself. Visit to Naoe is an absolute highlight of my foodie career!"

Dined on 03/29/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 37 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

It was wonderful. We were

Dined on 03/29/2013

2009

Dined on 03/29/2013

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"It was wonderful. We were seated immediately and waited on by a very capable staff. The food was prepared before our eyes and everything was outstandingly fresh. I can't wait to go back."

Dined on 03/29/2013

2009

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 38 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Most peaceful dining experience

Dined on 03/28/2013

Dined on 03/28/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Most peaceful dining experience I've had. Very expensive but worth every dime! Must be adventurous and openminded about what you eat! The service was calming and quiet! Watching the chef prepare the sushi was beautiful. Must sit at the bar!"

Dined on 03/28/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic

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Review 39 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Not my type of japanese food.

Dined on 03/20/2013

Dined on 03/20/2013

2011

Food

(Poor) 1 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Not my type of japanese food. Bunch of weird fishes and tastes. No much ambience either. Too pricey for what you eat."

Dined on 03/20/2013

2011

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Review 40 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

NAOE is an amazing experience

Dined on 03/22/2013

2008

Dined on 03/22/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"NAOE is an amazing experience for those daring enough to let the chef create amazing food with no menu. The staff is amazing and attentive beyond belief. The restaurant only seats 8 and they have two servings per night, so it is hard to get a reservation but well worth it once you do."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 41 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excelent is no enough to describe

Dined on 03/20/2013

Dined on 03/20/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Excelent is no enough to describe the overall experience, each plate godly crafted, excelent service!"

Dined on 03/20/2013

2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list

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Review 42 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service incredibly slow and

Dined on 03/16/2013

Dined on 03/16/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service incredibly slow and portions tiny; went out to dinner after finishing here. No need to serve one piece of sushi every five-ten minutes. Restaurant only seats 8 people.Seriously! With only 8 diners you would think chef would come out and say hello."

Dined on 03/16/2013

2012

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Review 43 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

So ...here we go ..I was really

Dined on 03/12/2013

Dined on 03/12/2013

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"So ...here we go ..I was really looking forward to Naoe Sushi .I've tried sushi all over the world and was hoping this would be the great local find .First of all ,the ambience ,service ,decor are all perfect .Here is my problem with the restaurant .For the price you pay ,it just isn't a memorable experience ,except for what you end up paying .Presentation is overdone and too slow .They start you off w a bento box which is more of a filler than a great beginning .They should begin w an amazing sashimi appetizer like Sushi Nozawa did in L.A. .After that ,the sushi should start but ,due to the slow speed of the chef ,he should serve 2 at a time .The fish and sushi are excellent but 8 pieces of sushi does not leave a lasting impression ."

Dined on 03/12/2013

2012

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Review 44 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Continues ot be best spot

Dined on 03/13/2013

Dined on 03/13/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Continues ot be best spot not only in toen but in US
Great work by Chef Cory and his team.We will be going back many timnes every time we visit Miami"

Dined on 03/13/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion

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Review 45 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing experience

Dined on 03/12/2013

Dined on 03/12/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The service was amazing, and the food was truly a very interesting, innovative and exciting experience. Greate Sake selection as well. I recommend it 100%"

Dined on 03/12/2013

2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 46 for NAOE

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

NAOE is truly an experience.