KOBE JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE
Does KOBE JAPANESE STEAK HOUSE keep a clean kitchen? Yes — an A grade, 90/100, at its most recent inspection on May 12, 2026. That visit logged 1 intermediate and 7 basic violations.
On health score it's safer than 42% of Orange County restaurants we grade. Diners rate it 4.8 from 15,008 reviews. Cuisine: Japanese. Menus here flag vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, keto, and other dietary options.
Get directions Call (407) 203-2803
Restaurant details
- Health grade
- A (90/100)
- Violations
- 8 total — 1 intermediate, 7 basic
- Address
- 8148 INTERNATIONAL DR, Orlando, FL
- Cuisine
- Japanese
- Categories
- Japanese restaurant, Asian restaurant, Restaurant, Steak house, Sushi restaurant, Teppanyaki restaurant
- Price
- $30–70
- Rating
- 4.8 stars (15008 reviews)
- Seats
- 246
- Phone
- (407) 203-2803
- Website
- Official website
Community Rating
Reviews via GoogleWhat diners say — our read
This listing's ratings cluster at the two ends of the scale. Opinion on how guests are treated is split — those reviews land at 3.8 on average.
13 of 17 rated reviews are four stars or higher; 2 are two or lower. 5 stars is the modal score, given by 13 of the 17 reviewers who rated. Conspicuously absent: price, which no reviewer brings up.
On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (90/100), with 1 intermediate and 7 basic violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. That inspection was on May 12, 2026. The trend across inspections is improvement. On health score it sits safer than 42% of the Orange County restaurants we grade. Among the items recorded were clean clothes and wiping cloths.
With both signals pointing the same way, there is little to argue about on this listing. The individual reviews are below, newest first, if you want the raw material.
Our own analysis of 17 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →
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toshi was my fav he made me giggle
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I had such a lovely afternoon at Kobe Steakhouse with my girlfriend! Our server, Shirley, was an absolute gem—so kind and attentive. And Chef Toshi? Oh, what a delight! He brought such fun energy to the table. The food was mouthwatering, and honestly, the whole place had this welcoming, friendly vibe. I’ll definitely be back for more!
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Great experience. Jimmy and Kenjie were amazing.
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This is my child's review: The fish are very pretty and they were also very fun to feed. and their boba is amazingly delicious 🤤 and the yum yum sauce is good but it actually tastes yummy so I am glad it was called that. our sever was super nice and her name was Amy 🙂 and the surroundings were beautiful and I felt like I was actually in japan 🇯🇵
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After today I will not be returning to this location. I was seated at a table in the bar area and I was never tended to. I sat at the table for 30 mins no one ever came to acknowledge us. I went up to the bar 3 different times the bartender still never acknowledged me. After waiting for so long with not even a menu being dropped off at the table I decide I would rather leave… the hostess apologized multiple times and I even spoke with a manager who stated that the bartender was “busy” and probably didn’t see me which was complete crap because like stated I went up to the bar 3 times & it was only 3 guest sitting at the bar at the time who had already been served. The manager attempted to make the situation better by seating me in another area… that was no better Ms.Amy was in such a rush kinda like she didn’t want to be servicing us.. After all the commotion I still decided to order a Long Island iced tea which came to my table watered down.. after that I just decided to leave & head to the other Kobe’s on Kirkman 8 mins away & just avoid the headache they were giving. Upon being seated there they give you a hot cloth for your hands and actually acknowledge you as soon as you’re sat down & they were way more busier than the idrive location smh.
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After today I will not be returning to this location. I was seated at a table in the bar area and I was never tended to. I sat at the table for 30 mins no one ever came to acknowledge us. I went up to the bar 3 different times the bartender still never acknowledged me. After waiting for so long with not even a menu being dropped off at the table I decide I would rather leave… the hostess apologized multiple times and I even spoke with a manager who stated that the bartender was “busy” and probably didn’t see me which was complete crap because like stated I went up to the bar 3 times & it was only 3 guest sitting at the bar at the time who had already been served. The manager attempted to make the situation better by seating me in another area… that was no better Ms.Amy was in such a rush kinda like she didn’t want to be servicing us.. After all the commotion I still decided to order a Long Island iced tea which came to my table watered down.. after that I just decided to leave & head to the other Kobe’s on Kirkman 8 mins away & just avoid the headache they were giving. Upon being seated there they give you a hot cloth for your hands and actually acknowledge you as soon as you’re sat down & they were way more busier than the idrive location smh.
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CARRY-OUT Getting through to place an order by phone for the first 5 calls to get through was a little aggravating. But when I finally did it’s only great news from here . First time eating here. Th atmosphere 🔥 . Food 🔥, service great. Order: lobster shrimp, scallops, and chicken Fried rice Noodles and white sauce Gave me plenty of food . Extremely big scallops, lobster shrimp big as well. I will be going back and when I do I will sit down and eat.
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Chris was such and amazing chef!!!! He was super nice and interactive
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Toshi and Shirley
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Toshi was amazing, he kept us laughing and engaged throughout. All of the staff were friendly and provided great service.
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Matthew was an excellent waiter and Ryu made dinner so much fun. A great experience overall.
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Great entertainment and food! Had a very interesting group of people with us, which made it even better!
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Our server and chef were amazing!
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Jimmy and Chef Yashada gave us an excellent service here at Kobe we loved their hospitality and food was amazing!
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Jimmy and Melvin were great
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Amy is very rude and has a extremely bad attitude towards her guests
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Amy has a bad attitude, she was very rude i do not recommend her as a waitress, overall the food was amazing!!
Overall Score
85 / 100
Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.
Opening hours
- Monday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Tuesday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Wednesday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Thursday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Friday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Saturday
- 12 to 10 PM
- Sunday
- 12 to 10 PM
Inspection history
The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.
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May 12, 2026 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
0 high-priority · 1 intermediate · 7 basic
- 13 — Clean clothes; hair restraints; jewelry; fingernails
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
- 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 23 — Nonfood-contact surfaces clean
- 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
- 36 — Floors, walls, ceilings clean & maintained; proper ventilation
- 40 — Employee personal belongings
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September 23, 2025 · Routine - Food
Inspection Completed - No Further Action
4 high-priority · 2 intermediate · 8 basic
- 08 — Cross-contamination: raw foods separated; food protected during prep/storage (×3)
- 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
- 12 — Handwashing; employee eating/drinking/smoking practices
- 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
- 21 — Wiping cloths; clean & soiled linens; laundry
- 22 — Food-contact surfaces clean and sanitized
- 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
- 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
- 35 — Insects/rodents/pests; outer openings protected against pests
- 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used (×2)
This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →
Data last updated: May 12, 2026