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Ruson Japanese Steak House and Sushi
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- Hours:
Mon-Thu. 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Mon-Thu. 5:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Fri. 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Fri. 5:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Sat-Sun. 12:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- No
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Good for:
- Dinner
- Alcohol:
- Beer & Wine Only
13 reviews for Ruson Japanese Steak House and Sushi
I had heard about this place for some time but never bothered to try it b/c it was kind of outta the way and Samurai was my go-to Japanese steakhouse. A tank with koi fish greets you as soon as you walk in. And as you do they ask if you're gonna eat Thai or Japanese. Hmm, well I haven't seen a menu yet but I guess Japanese. They ask because the restaurant is divided between the flat iron grills and tables (which there aren't that many of). The place has been there for a while I can tell. The decor is nice but it looks like they could use a remodel.
So we looked over the menu and were disappointed to find out that there's not a lunch menu on Sundays. Whatever. So my wife and our friend ordered the chicken meal which came w/ a delicious miso soup, salad, tons of grilled veggies, and shrimp appetizer. Not bad. you get your money's worth and it was actually pretty good. I decided to be different and order from the Thai menu. Big mistake.
I ordered the Chicken Pad Thai and it was so incredibly sweet it felt like I was eating a plate of noodles tossed in reeses peanut butter cups. I literally felt like I was eating candy. I couldn't eat it any more and I really tried thinking it was going to taste better. Worst pad thai I've ever had. Told the server but at that point my appetite was killed. I felt like I had eaten a bag of halloween candy right before thanksgiving dinner. The ladies enjoyed their meal so that's all that matters. The only place I could compare this to would be Samurai near the falls shopping center and I would have to say that place is better. The service wasn't all that great either. Our server seemed like she was having a bad day or had an extremely bad hangover or both. Who knows? Anyway, it wasn't a bad place but if I had my choice of Japanese or asian restaurants this wouldn't be one of my top choices.
I am always here because I like the way they prepair my food. The sushi always taste really good . Plus the prices are good too : ). I placed an order to go a few days ago and was quite satisfied with my food . I made my usual order the kamikaze roll. This taste sooo delicious .I will be back again .
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11/6/2009
I can't stay away from this place i am hooked ; ). Someone that i was dating took me here awhile ago… Read more »
I came here on a Saturday night in a group of 5 and didn't have a problem getting a table. I'm on a mission to find the best sushi spots in Kendall and Ruson was on my hitlist.
When I try a new sushi restaurant, I like to try their specialty rolls to see what unique flavors they can offer. I decided to go with a Tornado Roll and a Fox Tail Roll. The Tornado had three types of fish and asparagus. The asparagus made me wish I hadn't tried it. The Fox Tail Roll was pretty good, and featured shrimp tempura . How can you really go wrong with shrimp tempura? Also, had some of my friend's sashimi which was pretty fresh.
A word of advice. Ruson is supposed to close at 11 PM on Saturdays, and the server kept reminding us that the kitchen would be closed about 15 minutes before 11. However, a few groups came right before closing and they were still seated. If you are having a late night craving for Ruson, you might still be able to make it before they close.
Overall I would give this place about 2.5 stars. Our waiter that evening was not very attentive. Also, the sushi was cheap (most rolls under 10$) but they were mediocre in my opinion. I can't rate the rest of the items on the menu, or the thai food, but I would probably not come here again.
My main complaint is that it is kind of pricey here. However, the service is great and the atmosphere is nice. The food is excellent too. I've gone a few times, more for parties because of the price. I like that they have Beni Hana style tables where they have the chef come out and cook for you at the table. They usually put on a little show/entertainment which is nice. I'd recommend the Ruson roll, it's one of my favorites.
This is absolutely my favorite restaurant in Miami. The vibe is chill and the food is fresh.
I mostly eat the sushi and the rolls but I've also had the pad thai, fried rice, cashew chicken and the seafood tempura. It's all been great food--except for the seafood tempura, I don't recommend it ( I love this place so much that, I've forgiven).
I have everyone try the Yah-Bah roll (heart) I don't know what it is about the combination but, it's heaven. They came up with a new "Sumo" roll. I can't wait to try it =OD The French, Caliente and Kanisu rolls are also REALLY good.
Banana tempura with ice cream, fried ice cream and thai donuts are a few of the desserts I've tried. They have a funky beans ice cream I haven't dared touch, though.
If you want to catch a game, they've got a few TVs. The chefs are all really cool so it's nice to sit at the bar. They don't mind if you ask questions--which is refreshing in Miami. The owner is really sweet and always seems to be around checking things out.
Now I'm in the mood for Sushi!!
one day i got the sudden urge to be nice and take my mom out for lunch so i asked my friend in class where i should take her. she replied ruson so 20 minutes later im on my way. my friend suggested that i get the kamikaze roll and so i did. my mom loves sushi but she isnt too big on variation so she just got the california roll. the kamikaze roll was splendid. i loved loved LOVED it. soooo good. and the california roll was... a california roll. im not a big fan. my brother was with us and he got the special fried rice and when the waitress showed up, i was surprised at how big the serving amount was. and it was oh so good. the prices were fair and the service was good. not great though.
for dessert, we got the banana tempura, a fried banana sort of thing with ice cream. it wasnt the greatest thing ever but it was pretty good
i definitely recommend this place
The best sushi by far in Kendall, in my opinion. Freshest fish! All their rolls are awesome! and a good fried ice cream. They have a sushi side and the other side is steakhouse where the chef cooks in front of you. Open later than most sushi restaurants in the area. so when you're craving that sushi late at night....you know where to go!
This is a lot better than Sushi Maki (although I do miss their salmon roll).
Why is it better? Portions are bigger, less rice, more sushi stuffings are among the reasons.
Oh and let's not forget about the price - they're very reasonable and comparable. So there's more a bang for the buck.
The tempura ice cream was good. Also, I recommend the Ruson roll (10 pieces) that costed about $9.50. It has fry shrimp, crab, asparagus, scallion, cream cheese and masago.
Ambience is casual yet trendy enough to not feel like you're eating in a shitty area. The lamps are nice, and probably the best place to sit is by the sushi bar. But hurry up, because the sushi bar tends to be packed! There is also several hibachi grills on site as this place is also a steakhouse. They also serve thai food on the premises.
They also deliver. But if you don't feel like picking up the phone, head over to Kendall, guys!
This is the Sushi restaurant that I most often frequent. It's the best Sushi in the area. The prices are very reasonable, and the Sushi is fresh and done well.
I've been to Ruson so many times...I love this place. The rolls are huge!, the service is good and the price is just right. They also have hibachi tables in case u want to have a big meal with friends or family. Only problem is the parking. Since its located inside a shopping plaza is sometimes hard to find. Besides that..is soo good!.
I really like this place... it's not fancy but nice, the sushi is fresh and delicious, the fried rice is lethal (so so good) and the service pretty good unless you get there at the end of the night and they start vacuuming next to you (happened to us twice lol).
They also offer teppan style dinning (like Samurai/Benihana where they cook at your table) which is also a great option. I haven't tried that because I'm such a big fan of their sushi... but is def on my list.
I went to Ruson w/a friend and decided to sit at the overcrowded sushi bar. I don't want to over-criticize BUT they REALLY TRIED to sit some stranger between us (at the bar). I don't get it!
The food was fine but wasn't enjoyed to full potential...the service was being overwhelmed by inexperience and a surplus of tables. If you decide to go there, show up mid-week during off peak hours.
i've been a couple time now during work lunches. it's usually pretty good. i almost always get the lunch box special.
the last time we all went, we did the hibachi... well it was very tasty. however, the two people who got the scallops did not do so well after lunch. both became VERY ill. i still gave them 3 stars, cause i did genuinely like the place (though i am scared to go back now) and also, since i wasn't the one who got sick. needless to say, we have not gone back (though i am tempted, maybe they just had a bad shipment of scallops or something).
~ever the optimist
