Midorie Sushi Restaurant in Coconut Grove | Review From Sushi-heads

Tucked away in the lush, sun-kissed streets of Coconut Grove, Midorie Sushi is a culinary rollercoaster for your taste buds, and if sushi were a Broadway show, this place would be winning all the Tony Awards! As I ventured in, I was greeted by the gentle hum of conversation and the tantalizing aroma of fresh seafood—like a siren's call to any sushi enthusiast within a 10-mile radius.

Let's dive right into the Omakase experience, shall we? Imagine the excitement of a magician revealing their best tricks, but instead of rabbits and hats, it's an ensemble of edible artistry. For a hundred bucks, I was ready to partake in this gastronomic journey to Narnia and back.

First up, the chef's selection of sashimi—these slices of seafood were so fresh, I swear they were still discussing ocean tales just moments ago. The chef seemed to have a sixth sense for pairing the right flavors and textures, like a culinary matchmaker setting up the perfect union between fish and soy.

Then, enter the nigiri parade! Each piece was like a tiny sushi symphony playing in my mouth. The rice was as well-behaved as a British butler, holding up the fish with dignity, while the fish itself... well, let's just say it was the Beyoncé of the sea—flawless and commanding attention. In a nutshell—the sushi melted in our mouths.

Just when I thought I couldn't be more impressed, out came the maki rolls that were more precisely rolled than a Hollywood red carpet. The variety was mind-boggling! From the classic California roll to the more adventurous dragon roll, it was like a sushi evolution chart right in front of my eyes.

Now, let's address the service. It was smoother than a ninja’s stealth mode. Attentive without being intrusive, the staff were like sushi whisperers, anticipating my needs before I could even utter a soy-drenched word.

These cut rolls (maki) called the Midorie were excellent for something a little more hearty to eat. They were savory, not sweet, and thankfully didn't come with any cream cheese like most Americanized sushi restaurants do.

Using soy sauce brushes to delicately sauce your sushi dishes is like wielding tiny flavorful paintbrushes, adding an artistic touch to each bite. It's a playful and precise way to customize the flavor profile of your sushi, turning each piece into a canvas of taste sensations. The gentle application with these brushes feels oddly satisfying, elevating the sushi experience to a whole new level of culinary joy.

An important note, they do not serve alcohol. Midorie is a BYOB restaurant. Luckily there's Grand 7th Market about 150 feet away where we procured a delicious hazy beer to compliment the delectable sushi.

In conclusion, Midorie Sushi is not just a restaurant; it's a sushi haven where taste buds do the happy dance and your stomach leaves as content as a cat in a sunbeam. If you're ready to splurge a bit and treat yourself to an unforgettable sushi escapade, grab a seat at Midorie—you won't regret it. Just remember, after experiencing this Omakase delight, your regular sushi joint might feel like a dull neighborhood mime in comparison.