Perched right above Nami Nori in the Design District sits Matsuyoi, the latest jewel from Chef Takahiro Sakaeda. Think of it as an intimate escape: a sleek cocktail lounge leading into a hidden 10-seat chef’s counter, where the spotlight shines on a seasonally shifting, multi-course menu built around Nami Nori’s beloved open-style temaki.
Here, the details make the difference. Nori is toasted to order, wasabi is grated fresh, and each roll features premium ingredients that make you want to linger with every bite.
If you’re timing your visit with Miami Spice, expect a three-course lineup that’s both refined and playful: a Matsuyoi Caesar with bottarga and hallabong vinegar, a rich A5 American Wagyu Sukiyaki as the main event, and a Tropical Sundae finale layered with Hokkaido milk ice cream and hojicha “pocky.”
Of course, there are ways to dial things up even further. Splurge on the toro-caviar temaki, sip through a sake and wine pairing, or explore the cocktail list that balances Japanese ingredients with polished precision.
Matsuyoi isn’t just dinner—it’s a perfectly tucked-away moment of Japanese indulgence in the heart of Miami’s Design District.