ETARU restaurant

Great place to enjoy brunch on a Sunday afternoon. The view of the ocean provides a lovely backdrop to bottomless wine. We came here with an obnoxiously large party and had one waiter assigned to us. He did a phenomenal job of keeping up with everyone. The brunch has an open buffet of a couple of sushi rolls and other dishes. We also were able to order an entree as part of the brunch special. All in all, not only was it a great deal but was a great place to enjoy a fun times with friends. The DJ also knew what he was doing.

Our lovely waitress, Gwyen recommended the octopus and was absolutely amazing, cooked perfectly. (Not rubbery). Drinks were slightly off balance but still good. Overall a nice experience and great staff with a beautiful ocean view. Pictures still don't do justice to the experience we had.

Etaru in Hallandale Beach is a nice spot if you’re looking to eat right on the sand with a beach view. The rooftop setup adds a cool touch, and we happened to go on a full moon night, which definitely made the atmosphere feel a bit more special. The restaurant is clean and modern, and overall, a pleasant place to sit and have a meal. The food was better than expected, especially considering the mixed reviews online. Everything came out pretty quickly. Their version of a California roll was actually really good, and the kani salad was fresh and loaded with crab not just filler. Service was decent but felt a little unorganized. We ordered two red wines, one white, and one beer, and they brought out two whites, one red, and the wrong beer. When dessert came, it was served with no spoons until we pointed it out. Overall, I’d go back, but I’m not rushing to. It’s worth checking out for the location and decent food, but not something I’d consider a must do.

The most important take away: ORDER THE CAESAR SALAD!!! Guys.. I was on a birthday trip and the guys chose this place last minute thinking they were getting hibachi. While they were wrong, this turned out to be my favorite dining experience of the trip! Our server Zuzana was the sweetest person ever! She provided the best service and recommendations. I cannot express enough how much we loved the Caesar salad. We dined in on May 23rd and we’re STILL raving about it! It was so fresh and flavorful. Anytime I see fresh anchovies on a menu, I want it immediately. I also got the branzino and the birthday girl got the teriyaki salmon. My fresh was delicious. The crispy chicken was good too. We had a perfect night by the beach.

I recently visited this restaurant for lunch based on a recommendation, and while the location boasts undeniably stunning views, the overall experience left much to be desired. Service was a significant drawback—staff appeared overwhelmed, with only one server attending to multiple tables. This resulted in inattentive and sluggish service, lacking the attentiveness one would expect at a venue of this price point. The food was average. While the oysters had a pleasant flavor, they were disappointingly small. Portion sizes overall were modest and did not justify the premium pricing. The grilled octopus, in particular, lacked the refinement and flavor depth expected of such a signature dish. In short, aside from the scenic backdrop, the experience did not meet expectations. The combination of underwhelming service, small portions, and high prices makes it unlikely that I would return or recommend it.

We had a magical evening on the beautiful terrace at Etaru with excellent and attentive service. The cocktails and food were superb. This is a place to enjoy the ambiance and savor the experience. Such a special evening. Very grateful to have received the recommendation from the Heed Spa downstairs - which is awesome as well!

I celebrated my anniversary at Etaru and really enjoyed my experience. It was quiet with beautiful scenery and classy atmosphere. The food was good but what really stood out was the professionalism and attentiveness from Thaddeus. He was not our server but checked on us repeatedly to ensure that everything was going well. I truly appreciate his customer service and hope that he is recognized for being an exemplary employee.

The atmosphere is absolutely amazing—great energy and a breathtaking view. Unfortunately, the food and pricing were a big disappointment. I was surprised to see the table next to us order a burger, and the girl who ordered it took just two bites before leaving the rest. Why is a Japanese restaurant even serving burgers? When you try to offer too much variety, you end up doing nothing well. My wife and I tried the sushi, but it simply wasn’t good. I strongly recommend that they reassess the entire menu and concept. We paid a high price for a meal that was far from satisfying.

Our favorite restaurant in North Miami area. Exceptional food and service literally on the beach. Make sure to order the Wagyu Tomahawk Steak. It's to die for! Ask for the manager- Nigel and say hello from me!

I came here for Sunday brunch for the last brunch of the bachelorette trip. I came with my best friend and SIL for a beautiful peaceful brunch. At first when the restaurant was mostly empty they sat us behind the hostess stand. We asked to move because there were so many open tables. They then tried to sit us by the kitchen and then another table that was so wobbly that the drinks would have completely shattered if not balanced properly. We finally were moved to a corner only to be abruptly moved half way through to yet another table half way through our meal to accommodate another party. If you clocked 5 total moves before our last course you would be right. Honestly it felt rude and dismissive. Though the food was great the lack of respect to have us table hop throughout the restaurant made me feel like I could never in good conscience recommend the place. The manager did not even ask us she just stated that they would be moving our things elsewhere. If this was a review solely on service I would have given it 0 stars. Food was great but completely overshadowed by the hostess and managers who seemed to not really care about our group.

Simply put the food is great, but the waitstaff is not up to par for the Premium prices they charge. They're smart because they automatically add the gratuity fee at 20% because they damn well know I'd only be giving 15 with the service they provide . Very slow service again not up to par for the prices. They charge for their meals.

Delicious and reasonably priced for their Sunday brunch. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Great view of the ocean along with great sun and a slight breeze

Not even good to be considered for second time to be visited. Food not good , service not good , place location is perfect .....

- [x] I was invited for birthday dinner and I will say ask for Marina as server, your experience will be phenomenal Not being familiar with the sake menu, she gave us some amazing recommendations. Now let's get to the food, I love me some veggies so the Brussels sprouts and the mushrooms were delicious. Now as appetizers I went with the oysters and pork dumplings and both were incredible Entree I ordered the Tomahawk which was tender, juicy, perfectly cooked. If you are looking for a nice spot with beautiful ocean view, good food, try it I won't regret.

I'm so sad! We loved the old location on Las Olas, so we decided to try this one out. We arrived just before sunset. The outdoor patio is super romantic, and the view of the beach is gorgeous. Unfortunately, our waitress was super awkward. She seemed flustered and rushed (although they did not appear to be busy). It took quite some time to order drinks and equally as long for them to come out. Regardless of time, the service was not on level with the ambiance. The waitress ended up losing the credit card of the table next to us, which prolonged our visit as well. The food was good. We ordered Hamachi, octopus, braised beef sando with truffle cheese, crispy brussel sprouts, and black cod. My favorites included the sando and the brussel sprouts. I wish I could be more positive, but I'm still in shock about this waitress. It was just so awkward. It killed the whole vibe.

I always love this place and the incredible views! I ended up getting the salmon and Rose.So delicious and incredible. Cooked to a perfection. The service was impeccable. I couldn't ask for anything more. Watching the sunset is always magical and exciting especially while eating dinner. I love this place. Can't wait to come back again!

Weary is a destination restaurant. It reports to be a robatayaki restaurant. Not quite, it's basically a beach grill restaurant with a Japanese theme. I've been to robatayaki restaurants in Japan, and not quite the real thing. Not to say the food isn't good and the restaurant not a great presentation. It's on the beach and well run, staff are friendly and skilled. I sat at the outdoor bar and the two bartenders were attentive and friendly. I had three dishes: oysters, tiger prawns, and the Tomahawk Wagyu, along with some chilled unfiltered Nihonshu (sake). Service and the first two dishes were great. However, things fell apart with the Tomahawk Wagyu. First, it wasn't Wagyu, but either American or Australian Wagyu, which isn't the same thing as real Wagyu. I obviously knew this without having to be told, but for those who don't know the difference, it should have been on the menu. This is not to say this wasn't good beef. But I ordered it medium and, as for many restaurants, there is some strange and deliberate policy to undercook beef. Supposedly this is to same money on labor, relying on the tendency of people to not send back unsatisfactory dishes. This saves only pennies, but separates restaurants dedicated to quality from those just in it for the money. So, my Tomahawk Wagyu cam me out very rare, so I sent it back. People, you need to do this. If a dish comes out unsatisfactory, send it back. Quality is both important and an obligation or responsibility of the chef de cuisine. So, it came back properly cooked and it was delicious. Why didn't the sous-chefs do it correct the first time? I don't know, but it is a real problem. You can do better! Another fail was that I ordered rice with the beef, but that never appeared until I was almost completely finished with the Wagyu. You can do better.

Attended a birthday party celebration and the view, the vibe and the scenery are exquisite. It was by the beach and the music was perfect. The menu was pre-selected and I must say everything was perfect. My favorite were the sushi rolls and the fried chicken with all the right flavors and loved the dipping sauce. Our table servers were very attentive to our needs. I will come back to try out other menu items.

A new gem in the area, this rooftop has an easy drive up roundabout for vechiles that drops you off right at the staircase entrance. The view is so beautiful, i couldn't get enough photos up here! The lychee drink was excellent, not too strong but not light either. Our waitress Alex was great and so attentive. The sushi was the best i've ever had in florida, better than name brand places! i wish i ordered more. The cod was a bit salty and not too easy to cut, same for the broccolini. Both were good i just wished it was a bit less salty, might be a florida thing. The dessert was excellent, i recommend the coconut parfait for the insane moon-like space presentation. It tasted like ice cream so it was super refreshing! Joyce also loved her mango sorbet. 9/10!

When I tell you I haven't gone to a Happy Hour and have been blown away in a long time you guys this is the place. I've gone back twice within a weeks span. From the beautiful aesthetic and open kitchen concept, the amazing staff and great customer service and lastly the food was beyond amazing Everything was truly 10/10. I met two amazing and very handsome bartenders Vitality and Darius they were helpful, knowledgeable and very attentive! I will be a frequent customer for sure !

Spectacular ocean views! Delicious food and great drinks! Service was very good and our waitress made excellent recommendations. Save room for dessert! Everything was tasteful and worth it. Parking is easy with valet service. Reasonable pricing too.

The food was great, but the service was extremely slow. Too slow in my opinion. It took 3.5 hours to eat. I will say, their tomahawk wagyu was great, but I've had better for under the $180 price tag. The waiters would forget things I ordered and weren't courteous enough to put it on the house for their mistake! Anyway, food was great, service was not great, ambiance was good.

Came here for the first time for a private event. Parking was a pain here because the closet parking garage closed after 7pm and was underground. There was no valet due to the private event going on. The location and restaurant was beautiful and had a great vibe. Food selected by the private event was delicious too! I would come back on a separate occasion to check out the rest of their menu items.

The place is gorgeous from interior to exterior seating, but that's where it peaked. Food was decent but you're paying top dollar for the views. Expect $125 per person after tax and tip. The fried pork dumplings (5) were okay - stuffing wasn't anything special, the shiitake mushrooms sprinklings added flavor, and the cilantro garnishing on top were dried out. Octopus legs (2) we're on the smaller end but tender and had a nice smoked flavor from the grill. Broccolini was lightly grilled, I liked the added flavor profile of the soybean paste Wild mushrooms were mostly of the button kind, some brown beech and 2 shreds of what I believe were chanterelle. Service 3/5 took a bit long Food 3.5/5 Views 5/5

Love it here! Usually start with the mixed green salad and the Japanese fried chicken. The brussel sprouts are also delicious! I usually get the skirt steak as my main dish. Always delicious, the service is always great! The ambiance is my favorite , you can't beat the views. And any dessert you get is finger licking good!

Etaru Restaurant is my go-to spot for drinks with a lovely beach view, and it never disappoints. The star of the show for me is their Lychee Blossom cocktail, especially during happy hour at the bar. To accompany those drinks, you can't miss out on their Pork Gyoza Dumplings; they're the best I've ever had. The savory filling and perfectly crispy exterior are irresistible. And if you're a fan of some heat, their Spicy Edamame is a must-try, adding an extra kick to your happy hour experience. But Etaru isn't just about drinks and appetizers. Their brunch is a hidden gem, offering delicious sushi that you absolutely have to try. It's the perfect way to enjoy a leisurely weekend meal while savoring their incredible food and soaking in the atmosphere. Etaru Restaurant is truly a culinary and scenic delight!

Solid beach bar... definitely pricey and bummer that they don't come serve you at the beach, but the piña colada was absolutely delicious and service was great.

This is one of the best restaurants I have ever ate at when it comes to food quality, service and atmosphere. I would strongly recommend the etaru taki tiki drink with the salmon.

Etaru was a nice oceanfront restaurant to sit outside and enjoy the view! The inside of the restaurant was very welcoming with flower decorations. We were able to be seated outside, but with the wind chill it got a little chilly at night. They have blankets if you need it :) For food, we got the pork dumplings, snow crab roll, grilled octopus, Japanese fried chicken, and a side of the wild mushrooms. We also got 2 old fashioned, a mule, and a glass of wine. We paid about $160 for everything. The pork dumplings were probably my favorite dish. Perfectly crispy and the filling was flavorful. The snow crab roll was good, but not worth the $19 you pay. The Japanese fried chicken wasn't crispy which was disappointing. The grilled octopus was alright, but it was "smaller" than what I thought it would be. I know they have a happy hour which I'd come back for! Great atmosphere and views and it's something you should try at least once. It's going to be overpriced considering it's an oceanfront restaurant!

Hey guys Hey!!! Ok, so I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Etaru is one of the most beautiful restaurants I've been to however, the food is not that great. One bite of the Octopus and my husbands stomach turned. The service was great; the drinks like the food was lacking. The waiter did accommodate us by adding more tequila and he took the octopus off of the bill (WE DID NOT ASK HIM TO). The best part about visiting Etaru, is the ambiance. It's one of the prettiest experiences for me thus far in Florida. I'm going back but only after I eat elsewhere and only for the views...overall, I'd say go and try it. I can't stress enough how beautiful this establishment is. So, for that alone, I encourage you all to try it. Good luck

Well folks. Here's the skinny. Sunday after church brunch. Ocean front, inexpensive parking, great ambiance, great service, great people great food great price great buzz. Bring the love of your life as I did she'll love you more. God bless.

This place was beyond amazing. We walked in and didn't have reservation, the host was super nice and did not turn us away. The wait was about 20 min, so I sat at the bar and had a drink! The bartenders were really nice and very attentive! The drink was delicious. I was impressed from the start! We got our table and had the best service. The host took care of us. He made tons of great suggestions and ordered everything he told us to order. 5 stars immediately. We had appetizers, sushi, main dishes, sides, dessert, you name it! I have no complaints about the food and the quality. This was the perfect place to have dinner with friends! We even brought a baby with us and she had a great time! Let's not ignore the atmosphere. The beach view was amazing, we got to watch fireworks, we sat inside but we still felt like we had a great indoor/outdoor feel. The place is beautiful you really can't complain about that! Overall 5 stars and I cannot wait to go back!

**Vegetarian Friendly** Absolutely gorgeous interior, and beautiful beachfront restaurant. Our Order: - Sweet Potatoes - Edamame Spicy - Crispy Brussel Sprouts - Avocado, cucumber, wasabi peas and yuzu mayo - Papaya Salad We shared family style, and it was plenty to go around. We enjoyed everything - the table favorite was the Papaya Salad. I wish they had one more vegetarian/vegan sushi roll for variety. They have a tasting menu, but is not vegetarian friendly, otherwise we would have opted for this. We will be back!

Good service and food. I would return but not on my top list of places to recommend. I would recommend indoor seating due to current weather temperatures.

Great food and atmosphere, had a private party on the third floor, the view and food is amazing !

Came here with a group of 4 other people! Took forever to order and our waitress seemed rushed and annoyed. I ordered an alcoholic beverage and it came pretty fast. The drink tasted as if it was premade and garnished with a jalapeño. It lacked any flavor especially for being a specialty drink. Ordered the Japanese chicken and was served as bites. Chicken was over cooked and lacked flavor other than an old grease taste. Portion size was small. Also ordered a sweet potato which was super tasty. The cream on top gave a nice tart balance to the flavor of the potato. What I didn't like was the food was served at separate times. I had my chicken served and had to wait for the sweet potato. Same with all the meals ordered. Everyone was served food at separate times. I needed water and flagged the waitress down and instead of asking what was needed she immediately says "I know you need your sweet potato"' and proceeded to walk away. My friend ordered the truffle fries and they were cold. Cheese didn't even melt on top! Prices are reasonable based on location. Views of the beach were pretty nice. There's indoor or outdoor seating. Plenty of photo opportunities.

Great food. Great service. Love the ambiance. Sit outdid and enjoy the sunset view. Valet parking or pay to park across the street.

Service wasn't good at all. Couldn't get silverware to start with, took 30 minutes to get someone to take the order. Food came out cold because waitress was on her phone in the corner and our food was standing on the counter. Very rude waitress, brushed off the wait time and cursed at us in another language Cool atmosphere, come during happy house and sit at the bar only.

The ambiance and atmosphere here is truly amazing. It's modern/romantic and a cool vibe. You can dine inside or outside with a view of the ocean. The food was out of this world especially the black cod. The service was good but the waiter wasn't the friendliest. Highly recommend this place for a good meal or a date.

The restaurant is conveniently located in Hyde straight on the beach. Can not beat the view and breath. I think the food was a solid 3.5 wish there were more original interesting options. Didn't really like the rolls. I feel like if u say your are Japanese tapas you have to have more fun unique options. Service was great though that's what took it to 4 stars.

Beautiful view! The service was good. The Fried Rice was ok, a bit bland for my taste. My favorites were the rice noodles with chicken octopus, and the kimchi. The sorbet was outstanding along with lava cake with the green tea filling. The sorbet was the sparkling diamond, marry me! The service was good at times and ok at others. I enjoyed it, but it is not on my must return experience! Now.

Food seemed very good quality, nice presentation, outside beautiful terrace, ocean view Had sushi, maki, very good, cooked Black cod, Sea Bream, sauce was too salty. Service was a little off as far as removing plates, slow to bring out rice with the dish overall, atmosphere made up for a lot. Valet park is $16 if you eat or drink there, not a bargain

Fantastic view and good Pan Asian food. The service was also friendly and fast. Felt almost like being in Malibu since the restaurant is so close of the water.

Great food- excellent service- ambiance and stunning view. Easy to get to and service was amazing.

Beautiful beach front restaurant with gorgeous interior too. Feels like a five star restaurant, but really wasn't (at least for me). Here's why: Service was awful. We were there for my birthday. Made a reservation; party of 7. We all ordered different things from the menu and nothing was incredible. The cocktails came out with the food.... And the food came out over an hour after we were seated. Luckily, we brought our own bottle of wine, but that was ridiculous. My salad came out with all the food as well... so even salad took over an hour ??!! Waitress was avoiding us, or probably forgot about us entirely even though we were seated right at the front , overlooking the beach. It was so unbelievable that she did end up taking off the salad and drinks from the bill because they should not have taken that long. This was a 3 hour dinner for 4 star food. Nothing crazy. Drinks weren't anything special either. Dessert platter looked cool, but we just wanted to get out of there after 3 hours of a "quick dinner". I probably would not return no matter how beautiful the restaurant is.

Came to Hollywood/Hallendale Beach for a quick birthday trip and Etaru was right behind our hotel. We were craving sushi and thankfully they had open reservations. We walked up and the space is beautiful! Right when you walk in there is a flower wall which is great for pictures. The restaurant was pretty dead at the time we went and we forwent our table and decided to sit at the outside bar instead. We ordered the Japanese Fried Chicken (AMAZING), pork dumplings, Snow Crab Roll (BEST SUSHI ROLL I HAVE EVER HAD) and the Spicy Yellowfin Tuna Roll. Overall the food was delicious and fresh. I still dream about the Snow Crab Roll and will fly back to Hallendale Beach JUST for this roll. Service was just OK which is why this review is getting 4 stars.

Who can resist an ocean view? This place is growing on me. The only issue was service. Service was really slow. Food was okay, and the forgot some of my items I ordered. I truly need to try this place again. Brussels sprouts were amazing and drinks were great. Sisi was pretty good. We ordered the burger and it was heavy in truffle killing the taste. I really want to visit again and try other food.

I went for a company event and the ambiance was phenomenal. The food was amazing, offering a wide variety of options from sushi to steaks

Extremely rude and unprofessional Hostess at the front , I asked for a table and the restaurant is completely empty as seen in photos , the lady was a Russian blonde and she nearly yelled as her eyebrows and teeth grinded when she said 3x the same thing that there is no table available people have reservations, I am one person I could eat and spend more then 3 ppl in one table I order a lot of food usually and drinks. I did not appreciate the attitude and repetitive answer she gave to a one question , They must not like valuable customers here, i am a local live in Aventura I will take myself to another high end restaurant with better service and quality food ! READ REVIEWS PEOPLE ARE NOT HAPPY HERE

Can't say enough good things about this spot! Was located right behind our Airbnb and everything was cooked to perfection! If your considering, do it!

Went there for Mother's Day brunch I found the ambiance excellent DJ was playing great music the out door setting was amazing so was the food and drinks highly recommend this hidden gem

Etaru in Hallandale offers a fantastic beach view from its second-floor terrace, complete with a refreshing breeze. While the menu has limited variety, the food is quite good. I recommend visiting for happy hour after six for great drinks and a selection of appetizers; it's definitely worth it.

The food was excellent. There is a weekend chef's fixed menu that you can choose from or just select from the a la cart menu. The ambiance was really elegant and cozy. Service was absolutely fantastic and attentive. Love this place for a special dinner.

great service, great food, perfect ambiance We went for Valentine's dinner with other two couples. we all enjoyed our meal

Food and service was excellent unfortunately the bartender was rude and unprofessional I was never spoken too Like that. It's a Shame that one Person can ruin an excellence experiemce Don't think I will be back

A secret gem in Hallandale for great happy hour food and beach side views. The bartenders are always friendly and highly knowledgeable about what they are offering to you. This is the spot to go for a happy hour drink and snack or a romantic night out.

I've been recommended to go to ETARU for quite some time now! It is really out the way for me but I always had it in the back of my mind if I was to be in the area. I knew I would be in the area last weekend and kept scouting ahead of time for Sunday brunch reservations. Wow, so hard to find. I even looked a month out and they had 0 brunch reservations left for all the upcoming Sundays. I decided to call and they told me they were fully committed but I could be seated at the bar and could participate in the brunch menu. Their brunch is $65/person with a cocktail, wine, unlimited starters, an entree, and dessert. What a huge bang for your buck! We were so full and I can't tell you how much this is worth it for a sushi / Asian restaurant in the area that is on the beach. If I lived closer, I would definitely be here every weekend. They made their rooftop so beautiful too! You're out of the direct sun and there is a nice breeze that overlooks the ocean. I loved the atmosphere. The bar view wasn't too great but if we turned around we could enjoy the view haha. The drinks were light. The food was tasty! They provided plenty of food for the two of us. I enjoyed the raw fish starter and oysters the most. Everything else was only okay when it came to the starters. For entrees, we ordered a wagyu burger and the lamb chops. By this time, we were already really full but we loved our main meals. We then moved on to the dessert and almost completely devoured it. Great meal. Would be back soon.

My husband and I had lunch here today. He had the grilled octopus and I had two maki. Everything was delicious and the presentation was beautiful. We sat outside on the deck overlooking the beach. Our server was excellent but the food was very slow to come out. Worth the wait, but this is definitely not the place if you are in a rush. Also- you must try the dessert. We sampled two, and they were truly exceptional.