Niku Japanese Grill (AYCE) in Orillia

One word...excellent!

I cant speak on dining in but I for sure can tell you their takeout should NOT leave that building, absolutely disgusting and will NEVER order again.

First time ever eating here last night for dinner got home and a few hours later I was violently ill and this morning the runs! Food was bad and made me really sick! I didn t even eat the all you can eat I ordered a bento box only!!! I won t be back Food

Good food for a good price.

Everything about it was absolutely amazing. My family and I went an hour before close and every piece of food we ordered was so fresh, and so good! The atmosphere was updated and welcoming, the staff were all soooo nice I cant say enough nice things about them! This is my new favourite restaurant!!! So much better than most AYCE sushi restaurants. So good

Great foods, great view beside the lake! I will come again.

We just had my sisters birthday dinner at Niku and we cant say enough good things about it! We had a reservation for 7 and our table was ready and waiting for us when we arrived. We brought an ice cream cake with us and they kindly kept it in their freezer for us. Our server was incredible and kind. The food came out quickly and was delicious. If youre looking for something a little different in Orillia, you have to check this place out!

Niku Japanese restaurant on front Street in Orillia was a lovely experience excellent food ,beautiful experience,wonderful staff we started with won ton soup we chose then ,All u can eatJapanese and we cooked all on our own in table bbq accept the superb !steamed rice that was served at our table choices like shrimp,Squid.triple ASteak,,chicken .,pork ..To us eat outlocals this was a lovely 5star experience with price at par plus a good seniors discount ...whereby we will definitely go back ....such a .nice ,nice change

Really cool place! Felt like we went out of town. The atmosphere was great for date night. Service was excellent.

We were pleasantly surprised by the modern and high tech surroundings. There is a licensed bar near the entrance and many comfortable dining areas. Orders are taken by means of tablets or by smart phone. Robots, Nikki and Goldie, deliver the food to the tables. You can choose from a Japanese Sushi menu, a Chinese menu or a Japanese Grill that you cook at your table. We ordered from the All-you-can-eat sushi lunch menu and recieved a seniors discount. The food, which was very fresh and delicious, was served by very friendly, helpful staff. NIKU is a wonderful addition to the Orillia waterfront. We intend to return frequently and to bring family and friends.

Amazing service they are extremely kind and have a lot of attention to detail, everything is fresh.

Oh my gosh, what a fun dining experience! The black dragon roll is to die for, and being able to grill your own food the way you like it is game changing. Also, the staff were so friendly and accommodating. Really lovely. Can t wait to go again! Food : 5/5

Please close down the restaurant . Worst ever in Ontario. Stop fake post for 5 stars for this restaurant. Nothing taste fresh. The pricing so confused. As an Asian, I can tell u this is not a good place to go. Overpriced!!! Completely unacceptable at all. In 10mins after eating there, already stomachs and want to throw up. And allow renov guy painting wall in between washroom and kitchen. The crew walk in and out the kitchen.

Love Niku! The food is amazing, the bbq is very tasteful. My favourite has to be the toro beef and highly recommend the sesame and bbq sauce. The sushi is always very fresh and the selection is great. This place offers a great selection for everyone. We also called in ahead to ask about a peanut allergy and the staff were so accommodating! The staff is amazing and super nice. Definitely worth checking out!

So much fun! The food was great with lots of options. Atmosphere is so cute with the beautiful lights. Our highlight was our server Jensen. Jensen was humorous and offered lots of recommendations and tips! Thanks for a fun experience!

Nice combination of Korean BBQ and All you can eat Sushi

Food was fabulous, staff even better!!!

Great Japanese food service and everything else you expect.

Very kind hosts

Kid-friendliness: They had fun coloured plastic kids plate and fork sets and fancy plastic cups ( no lids but they thought it was pretty great having the wine glass style cup) . Made it special for my 2 and 4 year old. Food

Nickel and dime you to death, chopsticks, spoon/fork extra. Small portions, not worth the price. Never again

Great food,amazing service super fast and tasty. All you can eat Price is a little high but definitely worth it for a hungry person for a special occasion. Both the sushi and meat are very good and definitely fee high quality. The sit in time is fair. Highly recommended

My wife I tried it for our anniversary recently. We did find it a bit overpriced, but it was quality food and atmosphere. I think we are just spoiled from Japanese grills in GTA.

By far the best service and quality food Ive had in the Orillia area! Cant wait to go back! This is a must try. There is something for everyone here. Extremely comfortable and spacious.

This was a brilliant discovery in Orillia! We even enjoyed trying to tip the robot!!

I ordered online, everything tasted amazing I got the pork Ramen, unagi 6pc yam 6pc, and the free crab 6pc It was amazing, thank you

I came here about 1 month ago with my significant otter and two friends. All 4 of us summed up our experience with this. This was excellent; Ill never be back The food was great (I cooked it, after all), and the place is pretty nice. However, due to the design of the grill and the placement of the seats/benches, you can only really have 4 to a table, and youll have to turn your feet sideways as there is no room for them on the floor to sit normally. You are limited to 90 minutes to dine, which is technically fine, but since you are cooking your own food on the fly, it actually goes by faster than youd expect, and you spend as much time cooking as eating. You are also charged a flat fee per 100g of uneaten food at the end, so be sure youre gonna eat it all before ordering. Despite these issues, we had. A great time and left satisfied. The reason we wont be back is simply price. We all understand why it is what it is. The gas, the grill, the AYCE nature of it. But regardless of that, $50/person for what you get is just indefensible. The 4 of us ate less food in weight than two of us would have at a traditional restaurant, and paid more than double for it. 2 peoples worth of food for $200 is just eye-watering. If they can find some way to bring the price down to say $30-$35, Id recommend it in a heartbeat. Conversely, if you are rich, youll have a good time. For most people, the food and experience is great, but the value is almost non-existent. Consider your circumstances and make your decisions from there.

you guys need to try the boba drinks here!! Tuey take their time to make it. Actually had the best boba drink in a long time!!!!

Absolutely amazing food, lots of variety, and loved the grill / sushi combo. The food is really high quality. Flank steak was a favourite. Thank you to the amazing staff as well! Everyone was kind and very attentive. The robot kitty was a fun touch!

Went here for the first time this evening. Food was great, very unique experience. Very friendly staff and service was spot on almost like they could read your mind. Sushi was amazing.

Recently visit this restaurant for the first time... couple thing. Yes they do AYCE but they have very limited selections of food. Also for the price you pay and you cook your own food is a bit much. Our waiter at the time was a bit much.. wouldnt just let us eat. Since were rhe only ones in the restaurant he was at our table literally every 5 minutes. Asking if we wanted more or if we had questions. We didnt even have time to taste the food. It was a bit annoying. Not sure if we will be back as our favorite sushi place in barrie has WAY more selection and is a bit cheaper. But we can say we tired it I guess.

Amazing place, amazing service. Well worth the visit!

It was ok, we wanted to try it. We wont go back though. The food was very blah. No flavor at all.

Food was delicious. Service was amazing. The wait staff were quick with drink refills and clearing tables. Cooking on the grill at your table was a fun experience. Would definitely come again.

Mediocre meat at best. Not worth 42$. The portions are also tiny, so you have to order a bunch at a time. If you think about coming here, save yourself some time and get a Big Mac meal. Bonus star for a robot cat, he kinda cute

Fantastic sushi with perfect balance of fish and rice. Sushi was fresh and excellent service. And reasonable prices.

What a fun experience. Nice selection of items both for the grill or on their own. Even with it being a cook your own food theme, the service was great!

Not authentic Japanese. Ive eaten a lot of yam tempura rolls and the ones I had here were the worst Ive ever had. They used sweet potato fries in the rolls, it was awful. If youre not a sushi lover then you may enjoy this place but if you are serious about enjoying sushi, you will not like the food. it was also way more expensive than other better sushi in Barrie.

Excellent food and service. We loved having the grill at the table.

I love this place every weekend iv been going very nice people food is awesome

Took my GF out for her birthday dinner here. Food was good and the service was great. The meat choices were good. My favourite was the flank steak. We tried a bunch of the sushi options Included in the AYCE and they were good. Neither of us are experts in sushi, but it tasted fresh and satisfied us. The service was amazing. Attentive but not hovering over you. Thanks for a great time, we will be back.

Great Experience

My fiance and I love coming here. The food is super yummy and staff is very friendly! Thank you for a great visit everytime.

Highly recommended. Best spot for Chinese and Japanese food lovers. Very good customer service. Ambiance inside the restaurant is amazing. Will visit again.

Excellent food and super fast service. Grill your own stuff was novel.

We just had all you can eat lunch. Everything is so delicious ! You don t smell like your food after cooking your food which is very nice. Their robot serves you, so cute. We will certainly come back! Nelly C. Food

If you have never had Japanese/Korean BBQs before, and you live in the area... this is an ok place to try. However, if you are looking for a good variety of meat, seafood, or even veggies there is a limited selection at Niku. Keep in mind sashimi and shrimp sushi are shown on the AYCE menu, however when you place your order theres an extra charge. It is NOT actually included in your $45.99/person charge (we went on a Friday evening) If you crave for a wider variety of items Id definitely travel to Scarbotough/Vaughan/Richmond Hill area where thered be more options for the same price.

Ordered vegetarian sushi , came with fish eggs on it. . Refused to replace the order . But I guess I cant trust them anymore.

Beautiful Restaurant, Super Friendly staff and great food!

Ok but the sushi selection is pretty limited. For the amount spent we didnt feel we got the value.

Delicious food, excellent service, wonderful atmosphere! I will definitely be back!

The food was good but the service was the real standout. Staff are super attentive and made the experience a great one. The sushi selection for the all you can eat is very limited but the options for the grill make up for it.

Wow Wow Wow such an incredible bbq AYCE experience! We re so excited that we finally have AYCE BBQ&sushi in Orillia, Great dishes and Excellent service, Emily takes care our table very well and she always makes sure that we get all our orders. We love that they also offer sushi on their AYCE menu. We will be back again!!!

Awesome experience, a bit of sticker shock with the bill, but good food and was a fun time.

A clean and warm environment. The food is excellent but the main attraction in my opinion is the friendly and professional staff. The service was excellent and the robot server Goldie is good for a laugh. We will be returning. Vegetarian options: Fruits and vegetables are available just like the protine options. Zucchini, Peppers, Mushrooms, Okra, Corn, Pineapple, Soy beans. Parking: Parking is around back. Easily accessible and free. Wheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp for wheel chair accessibility. Double wide for two way traffic.

we had an incredible time at Niku!!! the options for AYCE were excellent, the service was lovely, it was a very clean environment, our server was very friendly and attentive. we arent local, but will absolutely be coming back when we are in town. 10/10 experience!!!

Excellent sushi! Will be back for it for sure. Great service from the robot lol very unique and cool

This is the best restaurant orillia has you need to eat here immediately if you haven t tried this I promise you won t go wrong if you don t like I will pay

This restaurant is exactly what Orillia needed! I was so impressed with the service and quality of food that was served. Absolutely exceptional and worth the commute every time! It is such a perk to have an a la carte sushi menu it just enhanced the experience. I found the pricing to be fair with the quality of food they serve! 5 stars for sure.

Although the food and experience was good, the service was slow and unorganized for being slow when we went. Was a bit pricey ($46 a person) but was good food.

Went in tonight to check it out & I was very impressed! Awesome place, people & food!

This was an excellent restaurant and experience! I have never had Japanese Grill before, so I was excited to try it, and I was not disappointed! The staff were all friendly, attentive, and appreciative. The food tasted great. The ambiance was warm and welcoming, despite it being a soft launch and still under renovation. I will definitely be back. Great experience here!

Had a great meal. Service and food was top notch. We will be back.

Do they still have the robot waiter I havent seen one work in a restaurant before

Amazing place

A Remarkable Birthday Celebration at Niku Japanese Grill My wifes 50th birthday celebration at Niku Japanese Grill was an absolute delight from start to finish. The restaurants warm and friendly atmosphere, combined with exceptional service and innovative touches like their helpful robot, made for an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, the staff at Niku Japanese Grill went out of their way to ensure that our celebration was special. They greeted us with genuine warmth and guided us through the AYCE (All-You-Can-Eat) experience with attentiveness and care. One of the highlights of our evening was undoubtedly the presence of the robot, which added an exciting and futuristic element to our dining experience. Not only was it a fun novelty, but it also demonstrated the restaurants commitment to embracing technology while maintaining their traditional hospitality. The AYCE menu at Niku Japanese Grill exceeded our expectations. From fresh and flavorful sushi to perfectly grilled teppanyaki dishes and crispy tempura, every bite was a culinary delight. The variety of options ensured that there was something for everyone to enjoy, making it an ideal choice for a birthday celebration with family and friends. What truly stood out, however, was the exceptional level of service we received throughout the evening. The staff were not only friendly and accommodating but also incredibly helpful, ensuring that every aspect of our celebration ran smoothly. From assisting with menu selections to catering to any special requests, they went above and beyond to make us feel welcome and valued. Overall, our experience at Niku Japanese Grill was nothing short of fantastic. The combination of delicious food, friendly service, and innovative touches like the robot made for a birthday celebration that well cherish for years to come. Whether youre looking for a memorable dining experience or simply craving authentic Japanese cuisine, Niku Japanese Grill is a must-visit destination. We cant wait to return and create more wonderful memories at this exceptional restaurant.

Nothing else to say other than amazing. I have been there 3 times in a month and each time is amazing!

I went to the all you can eat Japanese food and the food is brought fast and everything is delicious. The staff are really friendly and very helpful with any questions I had.

Amazing food and service. Quality of meats is unreal. Loved the toro beef, strip loin, lamb, pork belly, salmon and shrimp! Hard to choose a top 3. Sushi was also pretty good for an AYCE. Service was great, they kept clearing plates in a timely manner. The combo of AYCE bbq and sushi is perfect - we are lucky to have this unique eating experience in orillia! Will definitely back.

The food was incredibly fresh and Tim was an amazing host, the dining experience here is worth every penny! 10/10

OMG! Such a wonderful surprise to stumble on this amazing restaurant! We will be back

This was a first time experience and it was wonderful. The kids loved the bbq on the table. The food was really quite good. Lots of variety of meats, sushi was fantastic! The staff were very friendly. I highly recommend the experience.

Wow such an amazing experience! First time trying Japanese grill it was so yummy & the service was outstanding! Great presentation of food and beautiful dining room. Will definitely be returning!! Food

We went there last night. To me its the best Chinese food in Orillia, and I cant wait to try the Japanese grill. Last night we went for sushi finally and its the best sushi in Orillia as well. We had the Niku Combo C with the 3 rolls, and we also ordered 10pcs of sushi. The rolls were very good and the sushi was nice large pieces of fish and reasonably priced. The service there is always good. Looking forward to the all you can eat. Good job.

Great food ....hot and delicious

I went in with such high hopes as its a newly renovated restaurant. What a disappointment :( Ordered Niku B- which is a sashimi plate (18) pieces at $30. Shrimp, surf clam and octopus were wet and soggy - like they just finished defrosting and not even attempted to dry them out - nasty! Salmon, snapper and tuna were OK.. but only 3 pieces of each. Slapped on a plate with a bit of spiralized carrot, wasabi and limp ginger... no diakon (lobok) radish like most places. Presentation was awful. I asked if that was it?? ... yes, that was it! No miso soup, no little salad, no little bowl of rice. I asked for rice and they bought me regular steamed chinese rice, not proper seasoned sushi/japanese rice. Sent that back then they bought me the correct rice for the dish, which wasnt very nice either. Sorry Golden Wok.. your Niku sushi bar is very disappointing.... Id advise you stick to what youre good at , which is chinese food. Total bill for which included the rice and a mug of chinese tea was $40! Dont waste your money!

I choose this place because it had great sashimi. However, I ordered Sunday and it was cut like stewing beef :( all different sizes and angles. Honestly, sashimi cut thick and not in the correct way is not a good experience. I decided to sear it at home as I spent $25 and wasnt going to waste it. Up until then I was so happy to find a sushi restaurant that had the same quality sashimi as Aji Sushi (which was next door on front st Orillia, I have been trying to find a replacement for this permanently closed restaurant and sadly everything I tried tastes like someone just chopped salmon into cubes with out care or understanding of the texture, size and mouth feel) Im trying this restaurant again tonight hoping it was a one off. If the aji sushi staff and or owner ever reads this, know how much you are missed for your care and quality.

Was skeptical at first due to some reviews but this place totally surprised me! We were visiting from Toronto and stopped by to feed our kbbq craving, and we re glad we did. The food was good even compared to Toronto quality that we re used to, which we didnt expect. The ambience and interior of the restaurant was beautiful too! Totally unexpected from an Orillia restaurant

Amazing restaurant, had dinner with friends. The all you can eat is delicious, with quick service and really friendly service.

My husband, I and our toddler went here for lunch and it was amazing. They had food that my toddler could eat and enjoy. The service from the staff and owners were top notch. They gave us great recommendations and the food was really good quality. We will definitely be coming back soon.

Best food! Best service! Best experience! Best new restauant in Orillia!

Amazing bbq concept, great ambiance perfect either for a friends dinner, with family and kids or romantic date. This place is honestly a next level dinning experience, diy-bbq-ayce at Niku is were its at! Thanks for bringing Japanese cuisine, culture and service to town. p.s Miso soup is delicious and sushis are state of the art. Were travellers and food enthusiasts, tried hundreds and this is in our opinion in the top 5 worldwide. Also nicest people. Love it

Loved it! Great food and service! Will be going back!!

Great place! Great sushi! And awesome service, very kind server.. thank you!

Beautifully renovated! Sushi was amazing, and a decent price. Im interested if they do all you can eat for the Japanese menu. Website wasnt too clear about that.

Ordered a sushi party tray (30 piece) tonight and it was just not good at all. Will not be ordering from here again

Bought the 30-piece sushi-sashimi-roll party tray via SkipTheDishes for $49.99. The app offered a 6-piece crab meat maki roll for free since the order was $35+. The order arrived promptly as scheduled and the presentation was quite nice. The 10 pieces of sashimi were 2 each of salmon, tuna, octopus, red snapper and surf clam. The salmon, and especially the tuna, sashimi were sliced on the small side. Given that tuna was only served as sashimi, slightly larger cuts would have made the tray better value. The 8 pieces of nigiri were 2 each of salmon, red snapper, cooked shrimp, and surimi (imitation crab). The rice was perfectly seasoned and not dry, and the fish were sliced proportional in size to the rice. Finally there were 2 sets of maki rolls, a Dynamite roll and a Holly Maki roll, plus the free 6-piece surimi maki. The spicy mayo was nicely flavoured and did not drown the rolls. The selection of ingredients is a bit disappointing. As the photo shows, surimi is heavily used: 2 large pieces on the nigiri, and in all three maki rolls. Replacing the two surimi nigiri with tuna, saba (mackeral) or unagi (bbq eel) would have made the tray better. Dont call surimi crab meat; call it what it really is: imitation crab meat. The excessive use of surimi definitely detracts from the variety and taste, and makes the trays value even worse. Unfortunately, I dont feel the current 30-piece tray is worth $49.99 (more like $40). The additional free 6-piece maki made the tray only a little more reasonable. I highly recommend the restaurant make it a 36-piece tray for this price, and use much less imitation crab.

Mediocre sushi,decent price, no all you can eat but just like the Chinese buffet these guys own they don t want to go back to that business model. A year in the making. May be worth checking out when they are an actually grill cause there is nothing japanese grill about what they offer now. Interesting atmosphere, construction and a projector.

Ordered sushi from here and it was delicious! Would definitely order again