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Seito Sushi is an award-winning contemporary Asian dining establishment with two locations in Orlando, Florida: Sand Lake and Baldwin Park. The Baldwin Park location has been serving the community since 2000. It is known for its upscale ambiance, fresh ingredients, and ability to accommodate large groups and special occasions with personalized touches.
Customer Perception
Customers consistently praise Seito Sushi for its outstanding, flavorful, and beautifully prepared food, particularly the sushi. The service is frequently described as phenomenal, attentive, kind, and accommodating, making dining experiences, especially special occasions, memorable. The atmosphere is noted as great, cozy, beautiful, and clean. While many find the food exceptional, some reviews mention that sushi roll portions might be small for the price.
Additional Details
Seito Sushi has been a part of the Orlando dining scene since 2000, establishing itself as a go-to for contemporary Japanese and Pan-Asian cuisine. It operates two distinct locations within Orlando, offering a consistent upscale dining experience.
The restaurant is open for dinner from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM Sunday through Thursday, and from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday. Lunch options are also available and offer good value. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, though the staff is noted for being accommodating to walk-ins when possible.
We visited to celebrate a birthday, and our server, Britney, made the experience even more enjoyable. She was incredibly attentive, friendly, and had such a positive attitude throughout the evening. The food was outstanding. Every dish was packed with flavor and beautifully prepared. One detail that really stood out was the signed birthday card from the staff for the birthday girl. It was such a thoughtful touch that made the celebration feel extra special and personal. The only downside was that the sushi rolls seemed a bit small in portion size considering the price point. Aside from that, we truly enjoyed our dining experience and would definitely return.
Can't go wrong by eating here. Service is always phenomenal. Chill vibes inside. I would recommend anything on the menu whether lunch or dinner. My personal go to for lunch is Girl Lunch. Truffle fries with aioli, ginger salad, choice of makimono, and miso soup. This visit Pockys were included for dessert. Keep up the good work Sieto!
5
Seito will forever hold a special place in our hearts. After getting eloped at the nearby gazebo, we came here to celebrate with 16 adults and 2 kids, and from start to finish the experience was absolutely incredible.
They graciously accommodated our large group at a back table and even allowed us to decorate the space with candles, Flowers and everything we needed to make it beautiful. There were no extra fees for our party size, which alone speaks volumes about their generosity and professionalism.
The service was phenomenal—our server went above and beyond, making us feel celebrated and cared for the entire evening. The chef was truly amazing: he surprised us with a special complimentary sushi creation, and even cut our cake beautifully for us. As if that wasn’t enough, they played a walk-in song for us when we entered, making the moment feel magical and unforgettable.
Celebrating our elopement here was more than a dinner—it was an experience filled with kindness, excellence, and genuine joy. If you’re looking for exceptional food, outstanding service, and a team that truly cares about making your moment special, Seito is the place. We will be forever grateful.
5
I ordered the composed nigiri set. That looked the most interesting to me on the menu, getting to try a bunch of thoughtfully crafted sushi. It was outstanding. My favorites were the bbq salmon, miso lime snapper, and Argentinian shrimp. Honestly, all of them were so good and unique. Their unagi nigiri tasted wonderful. Mushroom and brussel sprouts appetizers were delicious. I found the brussel sprouts to be super creamy and flavorful, hearty portion. We sat outside, it was a little brighter and quieter for dinner. I enjoyed that. The vibe inside the restaurant was really chill, elegant. Service was great.
5
Here's my review of their 2025 Magical Dining menu which, despite the unexpectedly intense spice in two appetizers, totally deserves a 5 star rating.
Appetizers:
- Handmade dumplings: choice of ginger-scallion pork or Szechuan beef. I opted for the beef, not realizing that Szechuan-style is a type of Chinese cuisine known for its very spicy, numbing flavors. Tip for the staff: give patrons a heads-up about the spiciness level. I had to stop after just two dumplings, it was overwhelming. Luckily, a manager stopped by to check in and I mentioned it. He kindly offered to swap them for the pork version, which wasn't spicy and turned out to be absolutely delicious. Lucky me! It was some of the best dumplings I've ever had.
- I ate half of my friend's Korean Romaine Salad, which came with crisp red romaine lettuce, sweet Asian pear, and zesty gochugaru vinaigrette, all topped with a sprinkle of green onion and pickled jalapeno. We agreed that it was overwhelmingly spicy for such a small salad. And I don't think there were any Asian pears in there. Maybe there were very tiny pieces and my friend secretly ate them all.
Entree:
- Wagyu Top Sirloin: 6oz pepper crust, Japanese eggplant, shari risotto, and beef jus teriyaki. Worth the $40 on its own. Seriously. Every bite transported me to a paradise of decadent flavors. The Wagyu was incredibly tender and perfectly executed -- highy recommend ordering it medium rare. I also learned that shari is the vinegared rice typically used in sushi. This was my first time having risotto made with it, and I'm now officially an advocate. The slightly tangy flavor cuts through the cream and/or cheese usually found in risotto. Brilliant!
Dessert:
- Matcha creme brulee with jasmine tea cream and strawberry. If you read some of my dessert reviews you know very well that I'm the dessert chef's worst nightmare: virtually everything is just too sweet for my palate. Seito nailed in this one: I not only love matcha but it is a dessert on the not-so-sweet side of the spectrum. The textures were also balanced, crisp on top of velvet. The perfect ending for a night of Asian decadency.
