Otani Japanese Restaurant

440-442-7098
1625 Golden Gate Plz
Cleveland, OH 44124
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Business Information

Restaurants
Dine At The Bar
MONDAY:5:00PM-10:00PM
TUESDAY:5:00PM-10:00PM
WEDNESDAY:5:00PM-10:00PM
THURSDAY:5:00PM-10:00PM
FRIDAY:11:00AM-10:30PM
SATURDAY:11:00AM-10:30PM
SUNDAY:4:30PM-11:00PM

Customer Reviews (44 reviews)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Aug 05, 2011
The variety is great, whether you want sushi or hibachi. The choice of seating areas is definitely a plus--grill area, table seating, sushi bar, or more traditional Japanese seating. Price is good and the quality of... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Aug 02, 2011
Simply. Amazing. Kenny; the best sushi chef! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Jul 28, 2011
the absolute best sushi in cleveland, period! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book May 23, 2011
i love this place!! i go there every friday (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book May 19, 2011
What a great place! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book May 17, 2011
With it's relaxed atmosphere, Otani Japanese Restaurant is the place to go to be introduced to the art and taste of true Japanese cuisine. Their unique sushi bar is a must. (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book May 13, 2011
What a great place! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book May 10, 2011
The first time I ever dared try sushi was at Otanis...it became me and my best friend, Leah's place of daring cuisine. It's absoultely unforgettable to me, and I'm so glad that Heinz has been carrying on the family... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book May 06, 2011
Oh such fond hibachi memories of youth. Definetly making my way there next time I'm in town. Way to go on the award! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book May 02, 2011
I may say it often... but I'll say it AGAIN this place is awesome... and the folks who run it are even MORE awesome! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Apr 25, 2011
top notch quality cuisine! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Apr 21, 2011
By far the best sushi in the Cleveland. Always fresh and delicious, leaving you wanting more. Have eaten sushi at alot of places and Otanis always leaves you wondering why you went any place else.... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Apr 18, 2011
Yea rocks! Best sushi ever! (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Apr 13, 2011
Otani's is the ultimate! My favorite in all of Ohio... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Apr 05, 2011
We always sit on the sushi side. The prices are great and the atmostphere has a nice neighborhood feel. The room is tranquil. Each table feels like its own little space, very private. Fish is always fresh and perfectly... (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 28, 2011
One of the most delicious sushi rolls I've ever had, the Papa Jalepeno! (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 25, 2011
Definitely recommended. I will go back. (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 24, 2011
Hubby's sushi was fresh and clean. Served over sticky rice and a touch of wasabi, it looked almost tasty (except for the raw fish part, but good for those folks who actually do like it).... (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 23, 2011
I had hibachi - steak in a black pepper and teriyaki sauce. It came with a choice of mushroom or miso soup, garden salad with a ginger dressing, fried or boiled rice, and a bowl of bean sprouts to go along with the beef. The... (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 22, 2011
Look I LOVE sushi but it has to be FRESH to be safe, and it has to be made properly to be amazingly good. This place has it all. YOU NEED TO VISIT you will be back over and over. (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 21, 2011
The restaurant has four dining areas: a regular table and chairs section, a sushi bar, a traditional area (with cushions and low tables instead of chairs), and a hibachi area. (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 17, 2011
Amazing Sushi, outstanding Hibachi. Staff that makes you feel like family. (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 15, 2011
Theie half price night are not half ass, like some places in Beachwood. The hibachi is very good for hibachi, fresh and plentiful. My one criticism would that is can be to greasy. So I give them 4.5 stars for constancy,... (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 14, 2011
The rolls are of good size and the sushi chefs are super, friendly. The fish is fresh and for Cleveland they have a good selection (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 10, 2011
The sushi here is very good in my opinion. The style is a a lot of fish and a good amount of sushi rice, but not to much. The spicy sauce seems to Japanese Mayo and some hot sauce or red pepper. It works.... (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Mar 07, 2011
Went here for dinner with my dad. It was his choice, I was trying to push Jersey Mikes but he wanted Otani! Otani it was. Started out with a fresh salmon and avocado roll. It was perfect! We both ordered chicken, shrimp... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Jan 27, 2011
The choice of where to sit is the first choice of many. Then the drink (great sake), sushi, appetizers, then finally the main dish, and don't for get the mochi to end the eveing. The staff is wonderful, the sushi chefs... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Jan 07, 2011
This place is so fun and everyone is super friendly. Date place definitely and also family oriented. I like the Hibachi the best as i am not a sushi fan. (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Jan 05, 2011
Otani's is my second home great food, great fun, great place to get sushi, or to just get a couple of drinks tell Hines, Janet or Anita that Steve sent you :thumbsup: (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Jan 04, 2011
Fun atmosphere, Awesome food, and great service....what's not to love?! We've gone to Otani's with groups and as a couple. It is perfect for a fun night out or a romantic dinner alone...We drive from Toledo for this... (more)

Guest U.

on Judys Book Dec 29, 2010
I've been to this place over 10 times, since I visit from NH, while my bf and his mom have been going there for at least 15 years. They've tried all the other places, but none measure up to Otani's! The people there are... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Dec 27, 2010
Otani's is great! the food is wonderful the service and the entire dining experience all together. also the chefs are very ncie and love to talk and make you feel comfortable. (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Dec 21, 2010
This place is one of the best sushi places in Cleveland! No glitzy metrosexual atmosphere or sky high prices, but the food is good and the service is friendly, which is why you would go to a restaurant in the first place!... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Nov 15, 2010
I've been here several times with my husband and even took my mom out to dinner here. I love their Hibachi dinner! It is so delicious, especially the rice with horseradish sauce. I also love their mango ice cream filled... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Nov 12, 2010
I've been here several times with my husband and even took my mom out to dinner here. I love their Hibachi dinner! It is so delicious, especially the rice with horseradish sauce. I also love their mango ice cream filled... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Nov 08, 2010
Good. We can go there with family once a while. Nice place (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Nov 03, 2010
My husband adores sushi, I abhor it. Otani is the perfect solution. The restaurant has four dining areas: a regular table and chairs section, a sushi bar, a traditional area (with cushions and low tables instead of... (more)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Oct 14, 2010
I've had Hibachi in Boston, Denver, Phoenix and Cleveland.  Otani can hold it's own.  The wait can be very long, get here early. Among the standouts here are the salad dressing and sauces for the meats. For Hibachi the... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Jan 20, 2009
i just went there for lunch. tried 6 scallop (spicy rolls), 2 sea urchins, 2 squids and 2 elels.... plus a pop - bill came to #30. excellent service and if you sit in the bar its a pretty cool experience if you are by... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Nov 30, 2007
Had dinner there this evening which was fair. Wanted to use a coupon I had directly received from Otani's for a free entree. They refused to honor their own coupon stating that it was too old. There was no expiration... (more)
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