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Makoto - Bal Harbour, Bal Harbour, FL

Makoto - Bal Harbour

4.8
4.8
4084 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 228 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Hot spot
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
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.

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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
    (305) 864-8600
  • Website
    http://www.makoto-restaurant.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Makoto Okuwa
  • Location
    Bal Harbour Shops 9700 Collins Ave, Bal Harbour, FL 33154
  • Neighbourhood
    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

  • Flowers Vineyards Wine Dinner

    US$250.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Feb 26, 2025 only
    6:30 p.m.
    Join us for an exclusive evening hosted by Chantal Forthun, director of winemaking of Flowers Vineyards, that has led the winemaking team since 2012. Experience a truly special evening of gastronomic delights featuring a 5-course menu curated by Executive Chef Daniel Garner paired with the beautiful wines of Flowers winery. This is a one-time-only opportunity to indulge in a fabulous wine dinner that perfectly complements the intense and complex flavors of Sonoma Coast wines. Flowers is dedicated to crafting elegant and balanced Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Their grapes are unique to the land they farm and its coastal proximity, resulting in wines with nuance, complexity, and fresh coastal minerality.

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What 4,084 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

Noise • Moderate

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 is a standout dining destination, known for its "amazing food" and "exceptional service." Diners love the "scrumptious" sushi and vibrant atmosphere. The outdoor terrace offers a "quieter, fully enjoyable" experience. Despite occasional noise complaints, the "incredible quality" and "attentive staff" make it a highly recommended choice.

4,084 Reviews

  1. Lisa

    Washington DC

    43 reviews

    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and wine were amazing. Absolutely loved it

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  2. Valerie

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I have been going to Makoto regularly over the past 10+ years. The food has always been amazing but it’s now the best it’s ever been. The service and management are incredible and we highly recommend. The extra outside seating has made it even more of a pleasure.

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  3. Irina

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s my favorite place! Great sushi, very friendly people!

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  4. Salvador

    Miami

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Es un lugar muy agradable y muy buena comida con buen servicio. Deberían por camareros de habla español para poder saber más sobre los productos, teniendo en cuenta que reciben mucho turismo de habla español

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  5. Nika

    New York City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been going to this restaurant for many years. And we have our favorite dishes, lately we have noticed changes…. First we always order spicy edamame and for the second time they bring them to us prepared differently and not fully cooked, we have to return them to the kitchen and ask to redo them.( This time, even when they brought them to us a second time, they were still not prepared the same way as before. That’s disappointing.

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  6. Michelle

    New York City

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful, bustling restaurant with excellent food and service.

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  7. Caroline

    London

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    As soon as they see you are with teen agers they sit you on the other new side of the terrace not the same vibe

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  8. Vincent

    Miami

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing expérience ; very tasty thanks a lot I recommand

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  9. Lesley

    VIP

    Toronto

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous food and exceptional service! My favourite restaurant

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  10. arwen

    VIP

    Miami

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve visited twice and honestly the service is subpar- both times our food wasn’t coursed out, waiter hardly checked in, waters not full etc. However, both the food and ambiance are amazing. I recommend the rock shrimp, waygu skewers, beef noodles, crispy rice, house salad, and the chocolate cake. The second time i visited though, the lava cake wasn’t fully warmed up- like the “lava” was still hard which was slightly annoying. Also- the bathroom was a wreck?? No paper towels to dry hands. Odd. But the food and ambiance made it a positive experience and I would return.

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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 4084 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 228 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Makoto - Bal Harbour

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    96th St
  • Neighbourhood
    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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