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Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

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Kuro is the flagship fine-dining Japanese restaurant inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, anchored by Japanese Executive Sushi Chef Tomohiro Inoue — a Morimoto protégé and former chef at Makoto Miami. The dramatic interior, pool-terrace setting, and premium Japanese wagyu and omakase sashimi menu make Kuro one of the most visited Japanese restaurants in Broward County.

Price
¥¥¥¥
Area
Hollywood, Broward County
Since
2017
Chef
Tomohiro Inoue
Owner
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood
Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino — authentic japanese restaurant in Miami, Hollywood, Broward County
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About
Kuro occupies a striking, design-forward space inside the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, with glass-floor terrace dining over the hotel pool and a sleek interior featuring high ceilings and moody lighting. The restaurant is anchored by Japanese Executive Sushi Chef Tomohiro Inoue, who trained as a protégé of Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto and accumulated executive sushi chef credentials at both Makoto and SushiSamba Miami before joining Kuro in 2018. The menu balances approachable Japanese comfort items with premium showcase pieces: crispy tuna rice, Hokkaido scallop sashimi, otoro, and Japanese A5 Wagyu hot plate are signatures. A Sunday brunch at $145 per person features unlimited king crab legs, oysters, and fresh sushi. With over 750 Yelp reviews and a loyal following, Kuro is one of the most reviewed Japanese restaurants in South Florida.
Neighborhood & visiting

Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino sits in Hollywood, Broward County, one of Miami's neighborhoods where authentic Japanese kitchens have taken root. Reservations are available online — for a focused sushi counter this is strongly recommended. Check the posted hours before you go — traditional sushi restaurants often close between service periods.

Why it's on Washoku Guide
  • Japanese Executive Chef Tomohiro Inoue's pedigree — Morimoto protégé, Makoto, SushiSamba — delivers institutional Japanese culinary authority within a casino hotel setting.
  • The glass-floor pool terrace is one of the most visually spectacular outdoor dining settings attached to any Japanese restaurant in Florida.
  • The Sunday brunch at $145 per person, with unlimited king crab, oysters, fresh sushi, and caviar service, is considered exceptional value for this caliber of Japanese seafood.
  • Otoro, Hokkaido scallop sashimi, and Japanese A5 Wagyu hot plates put Kuro's premium offering on par with standalone luxury Japanese restaurants at significantly better value.

Reservations highly recommended, especially for Friday and Saturday evenings; book via the Hard Rock website. Dress code: smart casual. Hours may vary on Hard Rock Live concert nights. — Format: Hotel fine-dining. Authenticity: Executive Sushi Chef Tomohiro Inoue is Japanese, trained as a protégé of Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto and held executive sushi chef roles at Makoto and SushiSamba Miami before joining Kuro in 2018.

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Frequently asked

About Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

Is Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino an authentic japanese restaurant in Miami?
Yes — Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is featured in Washoku Guide because it meets our authenticity standard for japanese in Miami: a kitchen grounded in Japanese technique, ingredients and preparation consistent with Japanese practice, and a focused sushi format.
Where is Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino located?
Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is located at 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL 33314, Miami, USA in the Hollywood, Broward County neighborhood.
Do I need a reservation at Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino?
Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino accepts reservations online. For an authentic sushi experience, especially at a focused counter, booking ahead is strongly recommended.
What is the price range at Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino?
Kuro at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino sits in the ¥¥¥¥ price range — typical for japanese of this format in Miami.
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