Koto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi
Lively Japanese steakhouse known for its entertaining hibachi chefs, creative sushi, and generous portions at a good value.
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Koto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi
Highlights
Must-see attractions
Lively Japanese steakhouse known for its entertaining hibachi chefs, creative sushi, and generous portions at a good value.
Reservations are Key
Book in advance, especially on weekends and during busy times like OU class starts, to avoid significant wait times.
Consider Splitting Meals
Portion sizes are generous; splitting a meal can be a budget-friendly option, particularly for children or lighter eaters.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Japanese Steakhouse, Sushi
Price
Mid-range
Phone
(405) 321-5555
Address
2203 W Main St #8, Norman, OK 73069, USA
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Entertaining Hibachi Experience
Diners rave about the interactive hibachi chefs who perform tricks and cook delicious meals tableside. A truly fun dining spectacle!
Generous Portions and Value
The restaurant offers ample portions for reasonable prices, making it a great option for families and those looking for good value.
Creative Sushi Rolls
Beyond hibachi, Koto offers creative sushi rolls like the Chef's Special Rolls, featuring ingredients like lobster tempura and spicy tuna.
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Reservations are Key
Book in advance, especially on weekends and during busy times like OU class starts, to avoid significant wait times.
Consider Splitting Meals
Portion sizes are generous; splitting a meal can be a budget-friendly option, particularly for children or lighter eaters.
Grill Seats for Best Food
For the freshest and tastiest experience, ensure you are seated at a hibachi grill. Booths may offer less flavorful food.
Don't Skip the Sushi
While known for hibachi, their sashimi and nigiri offer great variety and flavor, complementing the grilled dishes.
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Reservations are Key
Book in advance, especially on weekends and during busy times like OU class starts, to avoid significant wait times.
Consider Splitting Meals
Portion sizes are generous; splitting a meal can be a budget-friendly option, particularly for children or lighter eaters.
Grill Seats for Best Food
For the freshest and tastiest experience, ensure you are seated at a hibachi grill. Booths may offer less flavorful food.
Don't Skip the Sushi
While known for hibachi, their sashimi and nigiri offer great variety and flavor, complementing the grilled dishes.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Koto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi offers a lively atmosphere and entertaining hibachi chefs, with many praising the generous portions and value. While the interactive grill experience is a highlight, some diners have noted a decline in food quality or consistency over the years, and a few have encountered service issues, particularly with billing and attentiveness.
"I didn’t get our waitresses name to shout her out but she was magnificent. We ordered some dumplings to start with and they were some of the best dumplings compared to other restaurants. Both my boyfriend and I ordered the hibachi. Hibachi comes with soup & salad, shrimp, veggies, noodles and rice. Dressing on the salad was yummy and soup was also. I ordered the steak and chicken and he ordered the shrimp and chicken hibachi. Portion sizes for price are fair for sure! We highly recommend eating here and we will certainly be back! Ice cream comes after dinner to round out the meal 😂"
Taylor Schoolcraft
"Wife and I came here for our first time as we usually have our place to go to. To us the reviews are being gracious because this isn’t nowhere near 3star caliber tasting food.
The service and staff is friendly and attentive but that’s the only plus. We didn’t like the ginger on the salad, just didn’t have that pop of flavor we are used to. The hibachi wasn’t good at all, no flavor to the vegetables, and steak was very bland and tough. The chicken was tender and had some flavor and the noodles were nice surprise but overall this wasn’t hitting our palate as other hibachi restaurants do. I understand each individual has different taste but for us, it’s a hard no."
Koda Devildog
"Our new favorite chef is Quawn! He does all the tricks and the food was delicious. His fried rice was spot on. Also, taught us how to do sake bombs! So fun!! He also, makes a fire to take a group photo. He goes above and beyond. Very funny man. Joked that he had been doing tricks for white people for over 20 years. 😂
Our waitress was super nice and sweet, but she needed to be more attentive. Our chef kept telling her we needed drinks.
We love this place over all. Been coming here for two decades.
Make sure to make a reservation so you are NOT waiting forever. Super important since OU classes started again."
Michelle H
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, reservations are highly recommended, especially on weekends and during busy periods, to avoid long wait times.
The hibachi grill experience is highly recommended for its entertainment value and fresh, tableside preparation.
Yes, diners frequently mention that the portion sizes are generous, making it a good value for the price.
While specific dietary options aren't detailed, the hibachi menu includes a vegetable option, and sushi offers vegetarian choices like the California roll.
There have been reports of children being required to order hibachi, even if they preferred sushi. It's best to clarify when booking.
Koto offers a happy hour with deals on draught beer, house wine, and select sushi rolls, making it a great value.
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There are only two hibachi restaurants in town, and the other has a 2.5 star rating on Yelp… Koto, on the other hand, has earned a 4-star rating for its authentic Japanese food and entertaining experience.
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