"Itamae," located in picturesque Valladolid, Mexico, offers an authentic Japanese dining experience that resonates with both locals and travelers alike. With its tranquil garden setting, this restaurant captures the essence of Japan while seamlessly integrating a unique blend of flavors. Many customers, like Ryan Fernandez, rave about the impeccable sushi and expertly crafted sake cocktails. The freshness and quality of the dishes stand out, making repeated visits feel like an absolute must.
While most reviews commend the sushi selection, some patrons, including Van Raph, suggest that certain items, like the Chicken Ramen, could enhance their flavor profiles to align more closely with traditional expectations. Nevertheless, the overall quality remains high, with satisfied diners like Alvin Arbuckle appreciating the fusion of sushi and pizza, a delightful surprise that caters to diverse cravings.
The atmosphere at Itamae is complemented by live music, which elevated the dining experience for guests like Stefan. With generous portions, quick service, and reasonable prices, this restaurant has struck a chord with many. In essence, Itamae presents a serene spot where you can indulge in Japanese culinary delights while enjoying an enchanting ambiance—truly a gem in Valladolid’s food scene.
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Service options
Outdoor seating
Delivery
Takeaway
Dine-in
Highlights
Great beer selection
Great cocktails
Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection
Popular for
Lunch
Dinner
Solo dining
Offerings
Alcohol
Beer
Cocktails
Coffee
Quick bite
Small plates
Spirits
Wine
Dining options
Lunch
Dinner
Dessert
Seating
Table service
Amenities
Bar on site
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Cosy
Quiet
Romantic
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Tourists
Planning
Accepts reservations
Payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Parking
Free of charge street parking
Parking
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Reviews For Itamae
Stefan
May 30,2025
Amazing place, nice live music. So far one of the best (not mexican) restaurants we have tried in Yucatan
Ryan Fernandez
May 28,2025
Incredibly good sushi and sake based cocktails served in a beautiful garden setting by friendly and attentive staff. I dined here on a several occasions and everything was fresh and high quality. Every cocktail was well balanced and well prepared. A absolute must experience in Valladolid.
Alvin Arbuckle
May 9,2025
Every time I think about sushi, I think about this place. It has the best flavors great prices and great service and the best part of everything is that it’s combined with a pizza place where if you’re also looking to get some pizza with your sushi it’s also a great combination. I did not know this until I found this place, but totally amazing. I’ve been coming here once a month now.
Van Raph
May 8,2025
Food: Had the Chicken Ramen which was tasty but the broth was not flavorful enough like it should be for a traditional japanese ramen. Sushi was really really good though and fair price. Fish and ginger were super fresh. Service: Very helpful and classy service. Sometimes a little uncoordinated but always friendly.
תמרה אור
Apr 20,2025
Excellent food, generously big dishes, quick service, nice atmosphere and REASONABLE prices! What more can you ask? We had a great time.
Isabel Bird
Apr 8,2025
We had the perfect dinner here during our stay in Valladolid. If you want some really good Japanese dishes you should definitely visit this restaurant. A beautiful location, staff super friendly and helpful. A large variety of dishes and they all same delicious! Dairo, our waiter was super kind and helpful! Thank you!
Maria Dz
Apr 1,2025
The only place in Valladolid to enjoy Tepanyaki. Highly recommended to share with friends or family. The restaurant opens at 1:30 pm and they have regular menu besides Tepanyaki. There is sushi! and delicious coctails. Ah! you can order from the italian restaurant St Giovani in case you want to. They are together. I love it!
Kris BMG
Mar 22,2025
Just look at the enormous (in good sense) amount of fish in the roll! And then it's also simply tasty. It was a pleasure to dine in there. Pro-tip: Itamae located behind the Italian restaurant, they share the location, son not to miss one. We stop there on the way back from our overland trip around Yucatan and I strongly recommend this place for a visit!
Reviews For Itamae