Otani Restaurant & Pub
Otani Restaurant & Pub, located at 180 W Streetsboro St #5A in Hudson, OH, offers a unique dining experience blending Japanese hibachi cooking with fresh sushi and a vibrant pub atmosphere. Known for its hibachi grills, the restaurant provides an interactive dining experience where skilled chefs prepare meals right at your table, often performing tricks like the iconic onion volcano. The lively atmosphere is further enhanced by the energy of the chefs, who bring an entertaining show to the meal, making it an ideal spot for group gatherings and special occasions.
While the hibachi dishes consistently impress with their flavor and presentation, the sushi is another standout. Many patrons praise the freshness of the fish, though there have been occasional mentions of the sushi rice lacking flavor. Nevertheless, the size of the sushi rolls is certainly a highlight, offering generous portions that satisfy even the heartiest appetites.
In addition to the food, Otani’s bar is highly regarded, with martinis crafted to perfection. Ben, the bartender, earns special mentions for his excellent service, contributing to the overall enjoyable dining experience. The sake selection is another point of pride, especially for those who appreciate a good drink to accompany their meal.
Whether you're there for the hibachi experience, sushi, or a drink with friends, Otani Restaurant & Pub provides a diverse and welcoming atmosphere that’s perfect for a night out. The combination of quality food, entertainment, and attentive service makes it a local favorite in Hudson.
Otani Restaurant & Pub Reviews
One amazing place. The Cook on the table. Depending who is the chef the show could be good or bad. Food is always good. The sushi is HUGE!!! AND THE martinis are made to perfection. BEN IS a great bar tender.
Incredible service and a hibachi show on par with the Ice Capades. Was impressed by their sake selection (I'm something of a sommelier) and they did the onion volcano which rocked
I would give 6 out of 5 starts if I could. Some of the best hibachi and sushi on the planet. The martinies are to die for as well.
If you have allergies, this is not the place to come unless you love Sushimi. They have amazing sashimi here. I was quite impressed by it. Peggy, our server was amazing. She had a good sense of humor and was fun. We came for the hibachi meal where they cook in front of you. I was there with a large group that filled the entire table. I was very disappointed with the cook. The whole reason you go and do hibachi is for the show. Well, there basically was no show. Yes he did the flaming volcano in the onion and that's about it. No knives being bounced around no shrimp being tossed into peoples mouths nothing. When one of the other guests said something about the shrimp being tossed into the mouth and not having done it the cooks said I'm too old for that. Extremely disappointing. I've been to many other hibachi's. Typically they serve you hot tea with the meal and some type of ice cream dessert, and a fortune cookie. This hibachi does not do that. You just get the meal. Lastly, when we first walked in to this restaurant, there was a smell of sewage that overcomes you. It's very unappealing. They need to figure out why that is. If I was basing my review, only on sashimi, it would be five stars. If I'm basing it only on hibachi it would be two stars. If I'm basing it on the smell, I smelled when I first walked into the restaurant it would be one star. Thank goodness they have Sushimi.
Hibachi here has always been good. The last two times I had sushi, I think the sushi rice lacked some flavor to it, but the fish tasted fresh.