Makoto - Bal Harbour

If you see Makoto on any social media page, you will find endless photos of spicy tuna on the top of sticky rice, and for good reason. Apart from the amazing Asian cuisine, the ambience is relaxing and romantic in the heart of Bal Harbour shops. Stop for lunch or dinner and you will not be disappointed.

Makoto is part of a restaurant chain that has over 30 food facilities in several cities in the United States, some of them in Florida, how is the case with Le Zoo, Steak 954 and Continental. The preparation and presentation of the dishes is stylish and tasteful. Their speciality is Japanese food and the robata or robatayaki (literal, fireside-cooking), which can be enjoyed al fresco or indoor. Don't forget to bring your credit card, it'll be convenient. What we like most: Miso Sea Bass Crispy Kale

2 things on their menu that let me go back. 1. Spicy Tuna Crispy rice 2. Fruit toban yaki Dessert The dessert is probably the best dessert I've ever had! (And I'm a baker, you have to try to believe it... I'll go back for the two. Not everything is very good, though... My fish often comes to boil -sea bass - some dishes are not as delicious as others. Portions are chi-chi small (but I'm totally fine with it! Beautiful outdoor seating area, service can be slow, but waiters are usually very nice.

Nice view. It was the best meal I had in Miami, this place was the highlight of a blah visit to Miami

I can't say enough about the quality of the food at Makoto. This place consistently serves excellent food at a price point well below restaurants of comparable quality, of which there aren't many. I go here pretty much once a week for lunch. Look for Andrea at the bar in the center of the shops for some entertaining conversation. Try everything on the menu, there are so many good dishes!