Matsuri Will Open Second Miami Restaurant Location
The long-standing Bird Road sushi institution is expanding its footprint to a new spot.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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After nearly four decades in a Bird Road strip mall, the popular Matsuri restaurant will open a second location. Fans of the spot, which won the 2025 New Times Best Sushi award, will see the expansion following the appearance of new signage.
Why it matters
Matsuri has served as a neighborhood staple for nearly 40 years, making this expansion a significant development for local diners. The move signals growth for one of the city's most recognized sushi restaurants.
The restaurant has operated for 40 years in its current Bird Road strip mall. Specific details regarding the square footage and timing for the new site remain unannounced.
The players
Matsuri
A long-standing Miami restaurant known for its sushi that has operated on Bird Road for nearly 40 years.
The details
Signage for a second location has appeared outside the original Matsuri on Bird Road. This expansion comes after the restaurant secured the New Times Best Sushi award in 2025. Further information about the site or the expected launch date has not been provided by the restaurant.
Timeline
2025: Matsuri won the New Times Best Sushi award.
Beyond the 305
This move follows the pattern of legacy local establishments leveraging decades of neighborhood loyalty to scale their operations. It marks a significant shift for a restaurant that has anchored its community for nearly 40 years.
Diners accustomed to the Bird Road location can expect a new option to experience the restaurant's menu soon. The signage confirms that growth is officially underway for the longtime favorite.
The takeaway
Keep an eye out for updates on the new location's address and official opening date. Matsuri's expansion offers a new opportunity for locals to visit the 2025 award-winning sushi house.
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Miami New Times.
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