Ikigai Sushi Bar Brings Japanese Culinary Artistry to Brickell Key
Miami’s dining scene just welcomed an extraordinary new player: Ikigai Sushi Bar, an authentic Japanese restaurant that seamlessly blends tradition with modern sophistication. Brought to South Florida by the esteemed Grupo Ikigai, the new Brickell Key destination is redefining what it means to dine on expertly crafted sushi and Japanese cuisine.
A Taste of Japan in the Heart of Brickell Key
With a dedication to authenticity, Ikigai specializes in nigiri, makis, sashimi, temaki, and an array of signature dishes meticulously prepared using time-honored techniques. The menu is an ode to Japan’s rich culinary heritage, featuring standout selections like:
White Fish Tiradito
Hamachi Serrano
Rib Eye Udon
Shrimp Gyozas
The Nigiri Omakase Experience (changing daily based on the freshest global seafood selections)
Only the finest ingredients make it onto Ikigai’s plates, with seafood flown in daily from Japan, New Zealand, Chile, Mexico, the U.S., and Europe.
“At Ikigai, we believe in offering an honest restaurant experience that delivers great quality, excellent service, and fair prices. We want our guests to return week after week knowing they will always find exceptional food and service as well as weekly specials."
Juan Jose Xacur, Founder of Grupo Ikigai
A Culinary Vision Led by a Master Chef
The kitchen at Ikigai is helmed by Chef and Partner Ignacio Carmona, a master of Japanese cuisine with over 30 years of experience. Having trained in Japan and led some of Mexico’s most distinguished Japanese restaurants, Chef Carmona’s culinary artistry has earned him a spot among the 100 Best Restaurants in Mexico. Now, he brings his unparalleled expertise to Miami, elevating Brickell’s fine dining landscape.
Design That Embodies Japanese Simplicity and Sophistication
Beyond the menu, Ikigai’s ambiance is a seamless blend of sophistication and serenity. Designed by Sala Hars, the world-renowned architectural firm, the restaurant’s interiors are an ode to Japanese minimalism, featuring furniture by La Metropolitana. Every element within the space is curated to enhance the guest experience, embodying the essence of Ikigai—the Japanese philosophy of finding one’s “reason for being.”
A New Era for Grupo Ikigai
What started as a single passion project has flourished into a global culinary powerhouse. Grupo Ikigai now operates 12 acclaimed restaurants across Mexico, spanning five Japanese concepts, four Italian venues, a Mediterranean restaurant, and a café-bistro. With Ikigai’s launch in Brickell Key, the brand takes its first step into the U.S. market, offering Miami diners an exceptional taste of its signature blend of authenticity and quality.
Visit Ikigai in Brickell Key
Now officially open, Ikigai Sushi Bar welcomes guests for lunch, dinner, and special occasions. The restaurant also provides a two-hour parking validation for added convenience.
For reservations, visit OpenTable or explore more at Grupo Ikigai.
Address:
615 Brickell Key Dr, Miami, FL 33131