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OKARU reservations open to the public 14 days in advance at 9:00am. If you do not see any available reservations online please call Reservations directly at 516-621-3300 or email [email protected]. We hold reservations up to 15 minutes past the reservation time. Please Note: Reservations are guaranteed for the number of guests confirmed. If your party size changes upon arrival, we cannot guarantee seating or accommodations for the new group size. Walk-ins are welcome on a first come first serve basis. We offer a full menu at the Bar and Lounge. Complimentary valet parking. We have a separate ADA-compliant entrance for guests who require one. We look forward to having you! OKARU Team
Address and Contact Information
Address: 1401 Old Northern Blvd, Roslyn, NY 11576
Phone: (516) 621-3300
Website: http://okaruroslyn.com/
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Reviews
Shail Lakhani
OKARU (Roslyn) — personal review
I went with a group of three and we did the tasting menu at $195 per person. Overall, it was enjoyable and polished, but slightly overpriced for what you get—more “special night out” pricing than a clear value play.
Atmosphere & setting
The strongest part of the experience is the space itself. OKARU is set up as a modern Japanese-inspired restaurant with a distinctly calm, design-forward vibe. The room feels intentional—clean lines, warm lighting, and a well-designed, upscale ambience that makes it feel like a destination rather than just another sushi spot. It’s the kind of place that immediately signals “date night / celebration.”
Drinks
We tried:
• Okaru Spritz
• Yen Zen
• Old Fashioned
They were good across the board—balanced, well-made, and easy to drink—but, like the food, they felt a bit overpriced relative to what was in the glass. You’re paying for the program and the room.
Food — highlights and what stood out
In addition to the tasting menu, we also had:
• Snow crab sushi — clean, nicely put together, and satisfying.
• Seaweed salad — solid, familiar, nothing wrong with it.
• Pumpkin soup — comforting and well-executed; a nice change of pace from the colder/raw items.
From the tasting menu, the clear standout was:
• Tuna with foie gras and pear — easily the best bite of the night. The richness of the foie gras paired with the tuna, and the pear adding a subtle sweetness, made it feel the most “wow” and the most memorable course.
Overall
Great ambience, strong presentation, and a few genuinely excellent bites, but the $195 tasting menu (and cocktails) land a little high for the overall experience. If you go, I’d go for the atmosphere and that tuna/foie/pear moment—just don’t expect it to feel like a bargain.
… moreI went with a group of three and we did the tasting menu at $195 per person. Overall, it was enjoyable and polished, but slightly overpriced for what you get—more “special night out” pricing than a clear value play.
Atmosphere & setting
The strongest part of the experience is the space itself. OKARU is set up as a modern Japanese-inspired restaurant with a distinctly calm, design-forward vibe. The room feels intentional—clean lines, warm lighting, and a well-designed, upscale ambience that makes it feel like a destination rather than just another sushi spot. It’s the kind of place that immediately signals “date night / celebration.”
Drinks
We tried:
• Okaru Spritz
• Yen Zen
• Old Fashioned
They were good across the board—balanced, well-made, and easy to drink—but, like the food, they felt a bit overpriced relative to what was in the glass. You’re paying for the program and the room.
Food — highlights and what stood out
In addition to the tasting menu, we also had:
• Snow crab sushi — clean, nicely put together, and satisfying.
• Seaweed salad — solid, familiar, nothing wrong with it.
• Pumpkin soup — comforting and well-executed; a nice change of pace from the colder/raw items.
From the tasting menu, the clear standout was:
• Tuna with foie gras and pear — easily the best bite of the night. The richness of the foie gras paired with the tuna, and the pear adding a subtle sweetness, made it feel the most “wow” and the most memorable course.
Overall
Great ambience, strong presentation, and a few genuinely excellent bites, but the $195 tasting menu (and cocktails) land a little high for the overall experience. If you go, I’d go for the atmosphere and that tuna/foie/pear moment—just don’t expect it to feel like a bargain.
Ashmeen Bindra
We came here to celebrate our anniversary & we were taken care by Natalia, the manager. We had made reservations 3 weeks before coming and it was very packed as it was Saturday night — but Natalia saved the night by being so attentive and getting us seated. Every single staff member was sweet and professional— and the food was absolutely phenomenal. Will be back soon! The wonderful night would not have been possible without Natalia and the team, people like Natalia make a huge difference when it comes to the customers wanting to visit again and again.
… moreNina S
I had a great experience at Okaro Roslyn. The food is truly impressive — the pizza tuna was one of my favorites, the sushi is extremely fresh, and the seabass was delicious and had a texture almost like rock shrimp.
The standout dish for me was the spicy tuna crispy rice. It’s honestly the best I’ve ever had — the rice is softer than most places, which makes the bite perfect. Definitely a 10/10 dish.
The only downside is that the drinks are very expensive, so just keep that in mind. Otherwise, the food and overall experience were excellent.
Would 100% come back!
… moreThe standout dish for me was the spicy tuna crispy rice. It’s honestly the best I’ve ever had — the rice is softer than most places, which makes the bite perfect. Definitely a 10/10 dish.
The only downside is that the drinks are very expensive, so just keep that in mind. Otherwise, the food and overall experience were excellent.
Would 100% come back!
Joshua Fields
Okaru is an elite establishment featuring a stunning interior with exceptional staff. So many creative and fun options to try from the menu like the Big Eye Tuna Tarts and both the Crispy Spicy Bass and Shrimp bites. My Lamb Chops had great flavor and sides, and both desserts were delicious!
… moreVishal Sharma
The restaurant itself is quite modern and elegant, the aesthetics here shine. The staff checked us in and brought us to our table with zero wait, I cannot stress how nice and refreshing that is. The hot towels were a nice touch. The drinks came quickly and the appetizers as well. The sashito peppers and the edamame were good and the salad although simple were excellent. The sushi rolls were properly presented and everything tasted fresh. The wait staff was excellent and very attentive. While waiting for the valet the manager personally came outside and reviewed our experience. In all my time, I’ve never experienced that level of attention, very impressed. I would definitely give Okaru a try.
… moreKat
Excellent in every way. Almost refreshing experience. Loved the oysters and I don’t even eat oysters. Highly recommend reserving brunch and asking to place your order for their matcha souffle pancakes ahead of time as its apparently very laborious. I would go here over Toku any day.
… moreScott M. Rosenberg
I ate here last night for the first time with a few friends, and we’ll definitely be going back. Some of the dishes were downright amazing: Chicken Katsu Steamed Bun, Grilled Octopus, Seared Hokkaido Scallops, Mushroom Rice Gohan, and both the Tuna and Caviar Crispy Rice all are going to be things I’d order again — or even go back specifically for.
I also need to give a shout-out to two of the specials: The Wagyu Gyoza were amazingly crispy on one side and soft and tender otherwise. Fantastic texture and flavor. We rolled the dice with the Foie Gras and Seared Akami Tuna. Turns out those two things work incredibly well together!
The dishes I’d give a pass next time were the Spicy Crispy Shrimp and Avocado Crispy Rice. Neither was bad, just compared to everything else they fell short.
For dessert, the Whiskey Bread Pudding was excellent, and I got a Matcha Affogato which was delicious.
We also ordered the “Omakase” option on the menu as well as some nigiri pieces and rolls. All of the fish was of high quality, and the rice was beyond reproach. If you like uni, then definitely get the uni here. They said it’s from Hokkaido and I 100% believe them; it was some of the best I’ve had.
(I put omakase in quotes above because that’s what it’s called on the menu, but presumably the Chef’s Grand Tasting Menu and just the Tasting Menu would also fall under the omakase category. So it’s a bit of a weird naming convention, IMO.)
On the sake list we tried two Okaru exclusive bottles (possibly re-badged?), and both were great: Great Wave and Black Label, both Junmai Ginjo.
Service was fast and efficient. No complaints there.
Prices are high, but I feel like it was good value for money. They seem to be using commensurately expensive ingredients, and spending time on prep and presentation.
The interior decor is beautiful, but the only downside to the restaurant comes with all the wood and hard surfaces. When we got there, the dining room was pretty full, and it was loud enough to make conversation difficult. But not a big deal considering how good the meal was otherwise; It didn’t detract from our experience overall.
… moreI also need to give a shout-out to two of the specials: The Wagyu Gyoza were amazingly crispy on one side and soft and tender otherwise. Fantastic texture and flavor. We rolled the dice with the Foie Gras and Seared Akami Tuna. Turns out those two things work incredibly well together!
The dishes I’d give a pass next time were the Spicy Crispy Shrimp and Avocado Crispy Rice. Neither was bad, just compared to everything else they fell short.
For dessert, the Whiskey Bread Pudding was excellent, and I got a Matcha Affogato which was delicious.
We also ordered the “Omakase” option on the menu as well as some nigiri pieces and rolls. All of the fish was of high quality, and the rice was beyond reproach. If you like uni, then definitely get the uni here. They said it’s from Hokkaido and I 100% believe them; it was some of the best I’ve had.
(I put omakase in quotes above because that’s what it’s called on the menu, but presumably the Chef’s Grand Tasting Menu and just the Tasting Menu would also fall under the omakase category. So it’s a bit of a weird naming convention, IMO.)
On the sake list we tried two Okaru exclusive bottles (possibly re-badged?), and both were great: Great Wave and Black Label, both Junmai Ginjo.
Service was fast and efficient. No complaints there.
Prices are high, but I feel like it was good value for money. They seem to be using commensurately expensive ingredients, and spending time on prep and presentation.
The interior decor is beautiful, but the only downside to the restaurant comes with all the wood and hard surfaces. When we got there, the dining room was pretty full, and it was loud enough to make conversation difficult. But not a big deal considering how good the meal was otherwise; It didn’t detract from our experience overall.
Aleksis Knel
Okaru was incredible The vibes, the service, the food everything was perfect. The sushi was so fresh, the crispy rice was unreal, and every dish tasted even better than it looked. Such a beautiful spot for a cozy date night. 100% coming back. ✨
… moreShirley’ Ma
What a great experience we had in Okaru, located in the heart of Roslyn Village. From the impeccable service to the food to the ambience, Okaru has made a leaping progression since opening.
Food:
We ordered four appetizers, love them all. Spicy yellowtail sashimi, steamed lobster gyoza, spicy crispy seabass is crispy yet melt-in-your-mouth tender (our fav!) and seared Hokkaido scallops were all perfectly cooked. For entrees we had mushroom rice gohan, red miso lamb chop, salmon aburi handroll, snow crab handroll, bluefin Toro Roll, spicy king crab roll, seared salmon aburi roll. Beside the lamb chops was a little to the bland side, everything was really great! Dessert didn’t disappoint either. We ordered four and love all four! Japanese whiskey bread pudding was the star!!!!
Services:
Compared to our last experience with Okaru six months ago, this time both the services and food have elevated a lot! The restaurant was packed as usual but we got seated in the main dining room in less than five minutes. Staffs are friendly, attentive and professional. The hostess, Flora, greet us with warmth. The manager, Natalia, came by our table making sure everything is good and that we have a good time. It was a surprise birthday celebration for my husband, who coincidentally also had an impromptu conference call an hour into the dinner. So timing was a little tight. Although the service was quick and our food came out pretty fast, my husband still needed to leave the seat and stepped out for a conference call towards the end of the dinner. I told our hostess Flora about this situation and she helped me coordinating with my waitress Ally, who’s very attentive and pleasant, as well as the kitchen staffs, making sure dessert and cake with candle will be brought out as soon as my husband came back to our table. This attentive service on a busy night def made Okaru stand out in this wildly competitive restaurant district.
Will def come back!
… moreFood:
We ordered four appetizers, love them all. Spicy yellowtail sashimi, steamed lobster gyoza, spicy crispy seabass is crispy yet melt-in-your-mouth tender (our fav!) and seared Hokkaido scallops were all perfectly cooked. For entrees we had mushroom rice gohan, red miso lamb chop, salmon aburi handroll, snow crab handroll, bluefin Toro Roll, spicy king crab roll, seared salmon aburi roll. Beside the lamb chops was a little to the bland side, everything was really great! Dessert didn’t disappoint either. We ordered four and love all four! Japanese whiskey bread pudding was the star!!!!
Services:
Compared to our last experience with Okaru six months ago, this time both the services and food have elevated a lot! The restaurant was packed as usual but we got seated in the main dining room in less than five minutes. Staffs are friendly, attentive and professional. The hostess, Flora, greet us with warmth. The manager, Natalia, came by our table making sure everything is good and that we have a good time. It was a surprise birthday celebration for my husband, who coincidentally also had an impromptu conference call an hour into the dinner. So timing was a little tight. Although the service was quick and our food came out pretty fast, my husband still needed to leave the seat and stepped out for a conference call towards the end of the dinner. I told our hostess Flora about this situation and she helped me coordinating with my waitress Ally, who’s very attentive and pleasant, as well as the kitchen staffs, making sure dessert and cake with candle will be brought out as soon as my husband came back to our table. This attentive service on a busy night def made Okaru stand out in this wildly competitive restaurant district.
Will def come back!
Valentina LaRocca
I swear every time we go, it gets better and better. The fish is so fresh and delicious. The manager Rob is the best manager we have ever met. The service is impeccable. Love this place so much. The dessert tower is so pretty too
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