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Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach Reviews List

Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach

Featuring the dynamic pairing of Master Sushi Chef Katsuya Uechi and design impresario Philippe Starck, Katsuya by Starck South Beach is truly a feast for the senses. With unique rolls and spectacular sushi and sashimi platters, Chef Uechi skillfully translates Japanese flavors to the American palate. Signature dishes include Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeño and Miso-Marinated Black Cod.

Located within the SLS Hotel South Beach, Starck has taken his signature look from the Southern California and Houston locations and added elements to make the space distinct. Situated above the restaurant is its Dragon Lounge, featuring Katsuya’s award-winning mixology program.
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180 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(180 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 180 reviews
5 stars
(68)
4 stars
(55)
3 stars
(35)
2 stars
(15)
1 star
(7)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.8 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • hot spot(118)
  • fit for foodies(90)
  • good for groups(57)
  • special occasion(55)
  • vibrant bar scene(53)
  • late-night find(30)
Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach Reviews List
Review 1 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

very good japanese restaurant

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Dined on 5/19/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My family and I went to Katsuya for a special occasion. We had the omakase (chef selection). The first dish was amazing (don't miss the crispy/creamy shrimps), but I was not not too crazy about the robata grill skewers. The service was very friendly."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our favorite hot spot in Sobe

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"After many years of Nobu being one of our only choices in South Beach for food.... Finally we have Katsuya. Not only the place is pumping but the food is insanely good. Service is great and the hotel is hot! We love it!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 3 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was nothing to write

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was nothing to write home about and the service was less than desirable (waitress had a poor attitude and couldn't be better at showing us that she really didn't care). However, that being said, the ambiance was wonderful and the people-watching was great. The miso marinated cod was good but the rolls disappointed!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 4 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Typical SoBe

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food here is great, but small portions, big prices. Tables are very close together, very small, music loud, very noisy. Service slow -- we felt forgotten and had to remind the waiter to bring dishes. Dishes come out quickly and are delicious. Great cocktails. The food here is the star, everything else is typical SoBe -- and quite a scene on the way out Glad we went, not rushing to return, though."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 5 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

waited almost 15 minutes for

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"waited almost 15 minutes for our cocktails. Waiter "didn't put the order in" for our last course, because he thought we might be full...caused another long delay. Noise level is very south beach, but very loud."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
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Review 6 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We we staying at the SLS Hotel and my wife loves sushi, so we booked a dinner there on April 27, 2013. It was our anniversary. While I am a "foodie", my wife is not. This was one of worst restaurants either of us have EVER been to. The wait staff did not understand the menu, and could only explain it as "Guys, everything is in small portions and is meant to be shared. That's what is hot right now in Miami, so that's what we are doing too." When we asked her about the Sauted peppers and asked if they are spicy she said, "Its risky. Sometimes they are hot and sometimes mild, so its a gamble." They need to shut it down and re-open as another concept. Amatuer hour. Pure disapointment. We had to leave half way through. The food was horrible."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2009
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Review 7 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Trendy but not great

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I made a reservation here weeks ago for 8:30.We arrived on time and were kept waiting for over 45 minutes before they sat us.When we checked in,they said it would be just a minute. Some of the menu items were very good and some were just OK. It is expensive.It is so loud in there you can't hear a word across the table.It is a trendy hot spot so it is to be expected.One unexpected negative-the valet parking charge was $30."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2010
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 8 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent food and great service.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food and great service."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 9 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It's decent but with a $$$ bill

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We made a 11pm Saturday night reservation, but we weren't setted untill 11:20 though we checked in with the hostes at 10:45. The hostes seemed a little over wheeled and un organized because even though we were setted at a couch by the bar by a hostess we still got 3 calls from the hostess telling us the table was ready. The food was good, the prices are what you expect at a hotel that charges 18% percent on your bill weather it's at the bar for a drink or for dinner for two, I understand its south beach and they do it because of the tourist but at the bar 45 for two drinks it's pretty bad when it's only ok."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 10 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just as good as LA

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Had the Omakase. Well worth the price. Eat every last bite. (minus what I was forced to share with the wife). The sticky rice is outrageous as is the ceviche. Rolls were delicious as well."
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 11 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really enjoyed it Greatb food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Really enjoyed it Greatb food and great service!!"
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 12 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

excellent service and delicious!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"excellent service and delicious!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 13 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Nice room. Here's what we

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Nice room. Here's what we tried- To start Crispy rice with Spicy Tuna, Yellowtail and Tuna Sushi, Rock Shrimp Roll, Spicy Yellowtail Roll. Mains- Miso Marinated Black Cod and The Stripped Baze. We shared all, everything was very good, however the two mains stood above the others. Service was very friendly and spot on this night. Will return.."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 14 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very fun sushi place on our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very fun sushi place on our trip to SoBe. We enjoyed everything in our meal and definitely didn't spend as much as I thought we would."
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Underwhelming

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very average, not worth the expense. We ordered yellowtail sashimi w/ jalapeno (which is way better at our hole in the wall local sushi place), crispy rice with spicy tuna (good), robata eggplant (good) and miso marinated black cod (not good). Black cod was too salty. I have had far better in many places. The portion size was actually better than all of the other dishes, so relatively better value and it came with little side tasting portions which were better than the cod (bok choy, crispy potato, and cucumber salad). Also they have an enormous waitstaff but our water glasses were always empty and it takes a long time to get drinks from the bar since the server has to go upstairs to get them.
Overall, underwhleming and overpriced."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2008
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Review 16 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food at Katsuya is delicious.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food at Katsuya is delicious. The sushi is high quality!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, hot spot
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Review 17 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fun and Delicious!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had early reservations. it was calm and quiet, but by the time we left, the place was filling up and becoming energized!
We ordered many small plates, and enjoyed each of them. They brought the food out as it was ready. It was fun trying so many different plates! The meal was expensive, bur worth it. It was our best meal of the week. The Deconstructed apple pie for dessert was to die for.
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Dined on 04/06/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 18 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Comida mediocre, aunque no

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
"Comida mediocre, aunque no mala. Ambiente muy ruidoso. Imposible hablar"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, hot spot
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Review 19 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

hard to get a reservation,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"hard to get a reservation, but worth it. ceviche was incredible. place was gorgeous. sake menu was huge!!"
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2010
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Review 20 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I had my entire family with

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I had my entire family with me (a party of 7) ranging in ages 55-15 and we all agreed that this one of the best dining experiences we can remember. Everything we tasted was fantastic (we had over 12 different dishes and ALL of the desserts). The service was superb -- attentive but not fawning or arrogant."
Dined on 03/28/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

It was very quick dinning,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was very quick dinning, the kitchen was closed by midnight! they put us for dinning 11:40 pm, the hostess was not friendly , we had been served quickly and by 12:15 they gave us the check , for $230.00 dinner was not pleasant experience. they should not sit people at 11:30 and kick them out after 20 min! very unpleasant experience!the waiter and the server were very nice ! butwe were not enjoy the late booking and quick dinning!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2009
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 22 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I have eaten there a few times

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I have eaten there a few times this winter and the food is very good. But having a 9:30 reservation, being told your table would be ready in 10-15 minutes when you arrive on time, being told at 10 that you were next and they would get you shortly, and then to be told at 10:15 that your table was ready only to find that you had to wait until10:30 because it wasn't, makes it a bad experience and not one you would want to repeat. To their credit, they picked up the bill but that was after the hour wait and then forgetting to bring one of two diners their first course."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2008
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Review 23 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect in Every Way

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Perfect in every way! Amazing sushi. Philippe Starck decor is incredible. Great-looking people. The restaurant plays ambient house music at a level where you hear it well but the music does not disrupt conversation. Can't wait to go back!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

REALLY bad service. They

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"REALLY bad service. They brought the coffee cold although we waited for it for 1 hour. They brought the milk frozen ! The waiter was so irresponsible, he was looking and talking with some other waiters while we are trying to order or trying to complain with the bad service.(as I observed every waiter was like that) I have been to all Jose andres restaurants all over the world. This was the worst ! I'll never go again. Very average, trash restaurant. You pay the same amount money with Zuma and you get trash. REALLY BAD EXPERIENCE."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2010
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Review 25 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Over rated. Food was just

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Over rated. Food was just ok, but didn't knock my socks off."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
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Review 26 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Not up to the level of the

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Not up to the level of the Katsuya in Hollywood, but still very good none-the-less"
Dined on 03/20/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Excellent in everyway. Only issue is be prepared to pay $25 to valet park your car even
When you dine there, which is the reduced rate .
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Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 28 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Execllent, Loved the Miso

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Execllent, Loved the Miso fish! Only issue is that they they removed plates sooner that we would have liked."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 29 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was unreal. Very loud

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was unreal. Very loud but fun!!!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 30 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Solid

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great sushi spot... Similar energy to Katsuya in Hollywood. Loud. Crispy rice still a favorite- but SSC Roll is a must order....ask for a nice slow pace or they will try and move you through to turn tables. Great space... Ask about history of the ballroom."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Really great good and great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Really great good and great atmosphere"
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 32 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Dinner for two

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"The service was not organized. My wife had her entry and her main course before a got my starter. As I asked the waiter they managed it to bring it twice. The guys next to our table had the same problem, so I guess there should be really some new organization. The food was great and tasty. The music was way too loud, felt like being in a club."
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2011
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Review 33 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our Server was incredible.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our Server was incredible. His name is Quinn. He is originally from AC NJ Ask for him !!!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 34 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was mediocre at best.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
"Food was mediocre at best. Maitre "d" was on a power trip. Plastic chairs soooo uncomfortable. Not what we expected for South Beach. Where did all the ugly people come from?"
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2011
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Review 35 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Better options in Miami!

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Decent food. Great decor. Lousy service."
Dined on 03/01/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 36 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

not impressed at all

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was very exited to go to the new restaurant at SLS Hotel Katsuya , but when we came in and got the table for 2 people we were upset . Because all tables are so close to each other that you don't have any privacy. And it was my romantic dinner with husband . I was not impressed with the design either and the ambiance was not that great . I can recommend that restaurant only for casual dinner on weekday ."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 37 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I had a wonderful night! The

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had a wonderful night! The food was great and the loved the atmosphere!
Thank you
"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 38 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Baad!

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Bad experience in every single way. Go to Nobu or Zuma!"
Dined on 02/19/2013
 2013
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Review 39 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Japanese fusion at its best

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was exceptional.
Great people watching
Great energy
Food came fast
Service was good
Menu was excellent and the lobster was to die for
"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Reservation not honored

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Arrived early to a busy and disorganised host desk, was told table might be 10 -15 minutes and it was suggested we went upstairs to order a drink. Upstairs bar is dark and night clubby, service was poor, ran out of coke so only received half an order. After 20 minutes went back down stairs to same chaos. Was told table was still not ready even though restaurant had empty tables. after waiting half an hour was hungry and bored and went elsewhere"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2013
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Review 41 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was excellent, especially

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was excellent, especially the sushi. Great cocktail menu with innovative drinks. A hidden gem is the upstairs bar and dining if you want a more intimate setting. Service was attentive."
Dined on 02/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion, hot spot
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Review 42 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very professional service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very professional service who knew the food and are able to guide a novice to an amazing culinary experience. Food was "top drawer". The dessert offerings were a little weak in comparrason to the rest of the menu, but we did not go here for the desserts....we came to taste the rest of the menu....and it did not disappoint."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 43 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Mediocre&Overpriced

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Mediocre food that's far more expensive than its worth. Not going back"
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2012
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Review 44 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved it!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was my first time eating here and I loved it! We were seated quickly the waitress was very helpful with recommendations. Normally I don't eat too much sushi so we tried a lot of new things. The Crispy Rice with Spicy Tuna was great! Spicy Tuna Roll and California roll were great you could tell it was fresh and not your standard local Japanese food. Upstairs was very dark but more space downstairs was very bright will close tables. Overall really good. Good drink menu also."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 45 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

don't bother

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Frankly...the place is uncomfortable with inexpensive wooden chairs. While you are informed that plates are small, there's no way this is a good place for large groups as you'll have to order two of most things. It's difficult to time when things come out, and as a result, we received our "rice cake" well after we had anything to eat it with. And the poor timing/coordination throws off the momentum of the evening. Also, as it got busier and the trendier later crowd came in...we must have switched servers four times. The wait staff either didn't clear plates in time or took plates away with bites left which since portions are small to begin with we didn't appreciate this. Also, the bar drinks are weak and masked with the fruit juices."
Dined on 02/18/2013
 2004
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Review 46 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is one of the best meals we have ever had! A must go!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
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Review 47 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great food! Loud and cramped!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food here was awesome, try the fried rice spicy tuna! Our server was nice & so busy. My husband & I couldn't hear eachother, not great for talking, just eating. Music was blarring & chatter was loud. Another diner told us it was worse before they put drapes on the walls. The table layout is cramped. The perimeter of the room is a bench so your date must sit across from you with back to whole room. It seems that you would both want to be able to see the room and admire the design as that is part of the experience. Maybe the layout was done to maximize seating but think it would be better with less tables and just made more exclusive. Our server kept bumping the table next to us when he served/spoke to us because it was so tight."
Dined on 02/07/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 48 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great selection of raw dishes

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great selection of raw dishes and sushi in a very hip and trendy ambience."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2007
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Review 49 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was excellent as was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was excellent as was the service!!
The ambience and atmoshphere of the property where the restaurant is located was very sophisiticated!! One word to describe it on a Saturday night.............
sexy!
Will defininetly return when we are in Miami again!!
"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 50 for Katsuya at SLS Hotel South Beach
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Japanese located in

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great Japanese located in the swanky SLS hotel. It's a bit of a splurge, but the food quality and service are well worth it."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot
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