House of Food Porn

The best dining experience in Miami!!! My boyfriend and I traveled all the way to Miami for his birthday, and his birthday dinner here was the highlight of our trip! First of all, being from Chicago, the location of this restaurant was not as "sketch" as other reviewers make it seem. I think everyone needs to toughen up a bit because I felt extremely safe the entire time. I was certainly charmed as soon as I saw the "House of Food Porn" sign on the door! Nikki, our host, made us feel completely at home as soon as we walked in. There were only 10 other people in the restaurant, and the round table environment really encouraged a sense of community and friendship which added to a fantastic meal. Being from Chicago, I was having a lot of trouble our entire trip dealing with the heat, and the wine+sunburn+bit of a hangover made me feel extremely faint (which is something I deal with all the time it's unrelated to the restaurant or the food) however I was never treated with such kindness at a restaurant! As soon as Nikki found out I felt faint/hot she brought me out a large ice pack and two small cups of ice! The other couples told me to put the ice on my pressure points and I soon felt as good as new! Honestly, this small act of kindness went a long way and prompted me to write this review. I was worried about pre-paying, for a restaurant I had never been to in a city I had never visited, but please do. Trust Chef Franco he is fantastic and every flavor combination I had was incredible. This is the perfect place to bring your significant other for a birthday, and my boyfriend cannot stop talking about what a great time we had there. Give them all of your money! You cannot find this level of excellence anywhere and the atmosphere and service is something I have never seen done so well before!

Amazing experience!!! It’s such a different experience from any other sushi restaurant! Its special and personal, really awesome food and super fun. The staff is really nice and make you feel comfortable and at home. Definitely coming back!

Truly unique experience in Miami! We had an amazing time at HoFP! Nicky and Franco treat you like family. The food and ambience were great, and the service was exceptional. This is a truly unique dining experience in Miami!

Wowzers! I recently flew into Miami on a girls trip with a few friends. Driving on our way down to Wynwood, we spotted a really cool looking black building in Little Haiti. Looked like a hole in the wall bar where we could listen to some cool live music, so we called the number on the door. To our surprise, it was a restaurant!, Well, not really, it was a reservation only, private dinning experience, House of Food Porn. We booked our spot for our last night in Miami. Amazing is an understatement, we def had foodgasims, and the service was impeccable, and relaxed. I'm def recommending to all of my friends and fam.

Fabulous 50th birthday celebration! Every aspect of this experience was wonderful. From the moment we entered the building, we were treated like guests at their home-not as customers at a restaurant. The food and cocktails were superb. The vastly unique flavor blends that the chef is able to achieve is incredible. Hearing his story and the way he describes building each roll was enthralling. Highly recommend!!

An Evening Not To Be Missed A night at House of Food Porn is so much more than an unbelievably good meal (although it is certainly that). Chef Franco and Nicky put together an unforgettable evening in every respect.

It starts as soon as you walk in the door and are greeted by Nicky who wraps every guest with her welcoming warmth and begins actively building connections with all so that, by the time they leave, they do so as friends, not just clients. And throughout that time, from walking in the door at 7pm to being hugged on the way out around 10pm, Nicky and Chef Franco have poured their passion and creativity into making every aspect fun and memorable.

Obviously, the food is the star – but its not simply outstanding food. Its playful, surprising and truly unique. You are not going to get the best beef wellington you’ve ever had or a new exciting take on a classic dish. Instead, you get course after course of dishes you can’t name and could never have imagined and will struggle to describe to your friends. But every one will be absolutely delicious with a wide range of flavors and textures and temperatures dancing in your mouth.

And they make it a game of it – never telling you what is in each course until after you eat it and have guessed at the components based on what you see and taste. That process makes it fun, but it also actively engages your taste buds to a level that wouldn’t happen if you were just enjoying and not trying to unpack and identify each element. And, in addition to making it fun, they make it absolutely beautiful – the plating and presentations add an extra element to the evening.

I should also note that everything described above in regard to the food applies equally to the drinks. You see a similar devotion to creativity and to the layering of flavors and artistry in presentation in every drink. Nicky is less religious about making you taste before she reveals the secrets of her libations, but your taste buds get no less of a work out seeking out the hints of each carefully selected ingredient.

The only negative I can say about the place is it is somewhat of a tease. You will desperate want to taste the creations again and both Chef Franco and Nicky are generous in sharing fairly detailed descriptions of how they create each and every masterpiece. But it is all so unique and so perfectly executed that you will never be able to come close to getting your fix trying to recreate it on your own. So, we’ll have to satisfy our new addiction with another reservation soon …

Best Food Experience of My Life First I will apologize for the lengthy time to write this review. We visited House of Food Porn “HOFP” on November 10th 2019. My first impression of this place was what the hell did I just sign up for. We had our Uber driver pull up to the location and I was unsure if I was in the right spot. We rang the doorbell and once inside the ambiance was immediately different. I am naturally a very sarcastic person and needless to say I felt right at home. I didn’t know what to expect for the dishes that would be served but was very pleased with what was presented to us. It was a flavor journey unlike any other I have experienced. If you could take your favorite meal and place it in a “Shu Shi” roll that is what is served to you. We left HOFP feeling like we had been long time friends getting together for the first time in ages. As I write this review almost 7 months later I can still remember the experience like it was just yesterday. If you are in the Miami area this is a must do. Don’t let the outside appearance cloud your judgement of the inside. Best food “experience” of my life. Hands down. Sorry it took so long to write this review.

Amazing experience I Had Shushi last night with some great friends to celebrate a birthday. We were met with Nicky who is an amazing hostess, who welcomes you with the most delicious wine and a little mason jar of spiced mix with wasabi. Shushi Chef Frank came out to say hello and gave us a warm welcome as well. He proceeded to prepare his rolls which were the cause of our taste buds exploding. The most unique twist to any roll anyone can possibly imagine. I highly recommend this experience with them because the ambience and food is perfect. Thank you guys for the great food and laugh!!

Sharing a birthday with my sister in law we decided to have an experience. I did not fully get the concept of the restaurant when I saw it online. But we were pleasantly surprised when we got there. This small little gem has so much character, just like the chef and his wife. Not only was the food delicious, the presentation was beautiful, and the close conversation with the chef about his inspiration of each roll was extravagant. This is definitely something you should experience. 100% recommend this place.

Best. Dinner. Ever!!! Oh my gosh! I cannot praise this place enough! What a truly amazing experience!!!! The food was AMAZING. Such a wonderful inviting atmosphere. We were blown away! I would come back to Miami just to visit the House of Food Porn. It was SO good!

Want to try something different?? Then this is the place to go!! I went with my friends for the first time, we had a great experience!!
Food was so creative and delicious. Nikki is amazing!! Restaurant is cozy, comfy and extremely welcoming. I enjoyed how every dish was a surprise. This place only has good vibes. I highly recommend it for anyone who is interested in having a sushi experience with a little twist!!!
Oh, and the wine.... to die for.

Thank you Nikki and Frank, you guys make a great team. Cant wait to go back.

Michelle

amazing experience love it! the food is delicious and the restaurant is beautiful ! had a wonderful time can’t wait to go back

Wonderful time Had a wonderful 11 course tasting last night, Nicky and Chef Franco make you feel right at home and kept the evening moving right along and Natalia made sure your water and wine glasses never reached half empty. Chef came out after each course and left us guessing what the primary and secondary ingredients were - delicious but I can say I got more than a few right.

Took The Class Good Hearted People, Good Time and Good Food. I was not sure which option to try, we went for the class and it was a great experience. Terrence.

World class service and food World class service and food! Nicky and Frank make this experience memorable. Do not be scared by the exterior!

My second time at House of Food Porn and enjoyed a totally new menu with the same flare and style as my first. Nikki's and Frank really make the difference, you feel as if you are dinning at a long time friend's home. Can't wait to return for round 3

All I can say is just WOW WOW WOW!!! There aren’t enough stars to rate this place! We absolutely loved everything about it. The ambiance, the food surpassed my expectations. Hostess Nicky is absolutely incredible! She made us feel right at home, had us all smiling, she kept the refills coming even before I noticed my cup empty! Chef Franco is insanely talented. His Shushi was nothing short of incredible. Those bite sized rolls had our mouths bursting with flavor! what a cool concept and perfectly executed! You can tell a lot of heart & soul went into this place. And their love for it was apparent! I can’t wait to go back! Franco & Nicky you will be seeing us very soon

You have to go!! Let me start by saying Nicky and Chef Franco are amazing! Walk through this unassuming location and you enter another world. This is without a doubt an experience from start to finish. Went to celebrate a friend's birthday and she could not have been happier. One word of caution, come hungry! Will definitely be back.

An incredible experience This was my first visit, and despite having read previous reviews HOFP nonetheless exceeded expectations. The evening began with a warm welcome by Nicky, the hostess. Her charisma carried the evening, ensuring every guest felt welcome and excited for the night’s specials. Be advised- the website does not lie about the wine and you should certainly Uber to and from.

The courses themselves cannot be described. Suffice to say that dining at HOFP is more akin to an experiential art exhibit, with food as Chef Franco’s medium of choice. In fact, I’m grateful that there is not a menu, because I could never have chosen such a creative variety of flavors as that served by the Chef. Between each course, Nicky subtly guides the guests to make connections and ensures the evening feels more like an intimate gathering among friends as opposed to strangers dining together. Chef Franco himself is warm and genuine, and his love of his craft is demonstrated through both his manner and his food. We found ourselves dreading the final course simply because it would mean an end to the wonders of the evening.

Go to House of Food Porn. Embrace the unique experience it provides. Having originally set out to book a good restaurant to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday, I left having experienced an incredible culinary adventure that she expressed was hands down the best birthday dinner she had ever experienced.

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Not For Everyone, but Definitely For Me! Let me start by telling you who should NOT go to House of Food Porn (HFP). If you are a pretentious d**k that must been seen driving up to a celebrity filled hot spot with overpriced food in your $300k+ car, HFP is probably not for you. If you require your restaurants to have cost a million dollars to be built and designed by a world renowned architect, HFP is not for you. If you are a woke hipster who practically lives in Wynwood, HFP might not be for you.

On the other hand, if you are a food adventurer that enjoys unique experiences, immediately book your time at HFP. Let’s start with the experience itself. I am not one that justifies paying double for location, view or ambiance. I feel cheated when I pay $200 in Miami Beach for the exact same quality dim sum that I can get at a hole in the wall in Westchester for $30. HFP is not in a great neighborhood and the décor is not designed by David Rockwell, but I felt I got half my investment back before I ever took a bite of food. The greeting alone from Nicky is unique compared to the usual expressionless sullen hostesses encountered throughout the Miami culinary world. Between the warm and distinctive décor and the greeting, you feel like you are walking into a long time friend’s home, if that friend’s home was in New Orleans and was a brothel. I say that in a good way. Trust me. The décor is fun and vibrant. We were a party of four and two other couples were also around the table. Eight total people enjoying a meal together. Nicky makes sure everyone is introduced to each other and often cross table conversations start up among the participants who an hour earlier knew nothing of each other. On a side note, they recommend you take an Uber and I suggest you listen. The delicious wine never stops pouring.

FOOD FOOD FOOD – That’s what it comes down to in the end. Is the food worth it? Food is subjective and honestly I can see where certain people might not like it, but my entire party and the other two couples loved every bite. If you are expecting a traditional Omakase meal like at NOAE or Azabu, this is not it. These are not delicate little bites. Each roll is triple the size of a normal sushi roll piece and requires 3-4 bites to consume. How can I describe what each roll is? It is like grabbing a bunch of ingredients from your favorite Cuban and Japanese restaurants and combining them with multiple advanced gastronomy techniques. I consider myself to have a decent palate and didn’t guess the correct ingredients once. Each role has 5-8 ingredients. Everything from cod to A5 wagyu. I guess the only negative I can say is they use some of my favorite stand alone ingredients and I was totally unaware that I had just eaten them because their flavor got lost in the combination. With that said, there are dozens of places I can go where I can eat these as a stand alone, but only one House of Food Porn that has the audacity to mash them all together in a delightful mouthful.

Finally, should you order the 6 course, 8 course or 11 course meal? My group had the 8 course meal. I am 6’2 210 pounds and I was busting at the seams by the time the 8th course (dessert) came. One couple at the table ordered the 11 course. I don’t want to ruin the surprise, but if you like steak, the 11 course is worth it. There is not much more food than the 8 course meal, but in my opinion, it is a significant upgrade. If you have a big appetite and you can afford it, go with the 11 course meal, but you can’t go wrong with any size meal at the sinfully delicious House of Food Porn.

Super intimate yet such a fun experience Chef Frank is absolutely Incredible and has built an amazing institution. We did the cooking class experience and it was the most fun yet super tasty night. I would highly recommend this to anyone, especially couples or small groups - and would absolutely come back! And don’t forget the ever flowing drinks, so bring your appetites, your liver and your sense of humor

Honestly, can't say enough good things !! Amazing Chef, Amazing service and his creative mind and love for food is clearly translated to his dishes. Can't wait until our next experience!!

Great food, great energy One of our best nights ever in Miami. HOFP is an amazing gem tucked in a tough neighborhood - there’s a Checkers across the street, so it’s not exactly a hub for fine dining. But Chef Frank is an artist, his “shushi” is like nothing you’ve ever tasted, his wife Nicky is an awesome hostess, and you feel like you’re having an incredible meal at a friend’s home.

I don’t want to give too much away because the less you know going in the more mind-blowing it is, but basically Frank turns all kinds of delicious meat and seafood and other super-high-quality ingredients into flavor-explosion rolls that look like sushi and taste like heaven. He visits the communal table after each roll to explain what you just ate - he lets you guess first, but I hardly got anything right. Doesn’t matter, it’s all delicious - and fun. There were Cuban-inspired rolls, Korean-inspired rolls, Kobe beef rolls, all kinds of crazy fusion. The perfect place for a special occasion.

An Experience That Truly Has No Price! I recently had the great pleasure of celebrating my birthday at The House of Food Porn with two very special people. I have to say, I wasn’t sure what to expect, but when I saw the video of a woman starting to get emotional when describing it, I knew I had to go. The reservation process was straightforward and Nicky (Chef Frank’s wife) made it quite easy.

I must say that Nicky is the conductor of this magical creation symphony. The greeting you receive from Nicky when you arrive is like walking in through the front door of your family’s home on Thanksgiving. She is very welcoming and immediately really makes you feel at home. The setting is very intimate and really resembles a family meal type of environment. Nicky continues throughout the entire experience with great conversations and descriptions of the cocktails being provided.

Now let’s talk about Chef Frank and his amazing creations! Using the word food to describe the journey in tastes we experienced is a galactic understatement. We did the 11 course meal. The size of the creations seem small, but they are packed with proteins and flavors that will make your tongue dance a little salsa!! I would recommend to everyone the 11 course meal because it is a flavorful journey of a lifetime. Not to give anything away, but the final two courses are worth the price of the entire experience themselves.

The wine was delicious and never ending. The champagne cocktails were amazing and unique, each in their own way. I had never had infused water before, but it was the perfect compliment to prepare yourself in between courses.

Overall, I will never look at dining out again the same way. We had great conversations with the other 5 people in the room, so that definitely adds to the experience. A 5 star rating of excellent does not appropriately rate what you will experience at The House of Food Porn. Watch the video of the woman getting emotional during her description and follow your heart to The House of Food Porn…I guarantee you will never regret it and you will have experienced something that you will remember for life!!

Charles

Amazing Experience If you're looking for a unique dinner date experience... this is it! You don't know what to expect. You definitely won't be disappointed! Nicky and Frank were an awesome team! From the food to the drinks to the atmosphere. Don't let the outside fool you. I will definitely be back. Great experience!

Step into a world far from the everyday! To step into Miami's HOUSE OF FOOD PORN is to step into a different world, far from the everyday! We were greeted by a vivacious host who disarmed our initial sense of dislocation with her ethereal charm. The setting is small and designed to encourage interaction with your fellow diners - we instantly knew we would be on an adventure with a group of strangers who would become our friends for the evening. The food is ingeniously conceptualized and full of exotic flavors - best of all is that each course comes with a story. This is not just dinner; this is a voyage. Don't question the prices or the approach to booking, both of which are somewhat unconventional - you'll be thanking yourself that you stepped out of your comfort zone and tried something new and clever.

Amazing good, atmosphere and experience! I highly recommend HOFP to anyone that’s looking for great food and a fun experience!

Incredible This is not your average food experience - this is the house of food porn. Expect to get your mind blown. The food, the atmosphere is out of this world!

Can’t miss Tucked away in ‘Little Haiti’ this isn’t just a restaurant it’s an immersive experience. The warmth and passion is not only felt but also visualized once you enter and from that point on your expectations are not met they are exceeded. Frank and Nicky make you feel at home. The food is not only incredibly unique but also tasty. Frank’s creative mind will take your tastebuds down a path that they soon will not forget. We had a night to remember.

Miami’s hidden gem 💎 The HOFP is truly a hidden gem in Miami. From the moment you enter you feel special, like it’s all about you type of vibe! Intimate setting , intimate dining and direct interaction with the Chef and hostess is what makes this place the most unique place to dine. And yeah the food was amaze balls ! Trust me you need this in your life

This is a must! A truly ALL sensory experience. You will taste flavors like you haven’t. You will see your food in a whole different way. Your hands will touch the pieces before they grace your palette and you will hear great music and awesome explanations and feel like you are in great company with the small and attentive HoFP members. Nikki and Chef make this experience extraordinary. From reservation to dessert is an experience all in So FL must try. Thank you for a great evening and memory!

The best fresh ceviche in Miami Frank Blanco is one of the best chefs in Miami
...his creativity goes beyond this planet. His delicious sushi creations makes your taste buds come alive...being in Little Haiti...it.s the star of the Magic Citycarlos

Amazing experience What an unique experience, something completely different, out of the box, amazing vibe, superb food where your palate sings and you want to get more and more to try because each meal is a surprise.
It's not a classic sushi because it's not raw but how chef Franco combines ingredients to come to that perfect taste is out of this world. And Nicky's drinks...omg 😍
Frank's and Nickys personatilies are just one more very important peace of the puzzle because it's not easy to find such a warmhearted, open, smart and well traveled people everywhere which are using their hospitality and knowledge combined with hard work to make feel each of their client special and relaxed at the same time.
Can't wait to go back ♥️

This is the third time I get to experience House of Food Porn and every time it keeps getting better and better! This is the third time I get to experience House of Food Porn and every time it keeps getting better and better! This place is definitely one of a kind! Do not be detoured by the outside - it's worth it once you get inside. The service is exceptional and the food was delicious. The bottomless wine is a huge plus!
The restaurant only sits around 12 people so it's very intimate and personalized. We did the 5 course tasting menu. Everything served is basically bite sized concoctions of food meant to resemble a sushi roll but without the raw fish component. Very unique experience definitely worth checking it out!!!

If you have to choose only one fine dining experience in Miami, this is it!

An experience worth every penny We booked in at House of food porn after looking through trip advisor reviews. The meal and hospitality far exceeded our expectations. Very personal, incredible flavours and welcoming environment. I don't want to give too much away on here as you really need to experience it yourself. 10/10

A place that creates magic with ingredients while making you feel like you have entered your dear friend’s home House of Food Porn is one of the best restaurants I have been to EVER! I travel the world and visit restaurants that are well known as well as small and unique... I search for restaurants that have food that surprises me .. great ingredients, unpretentious and welcoming vibe.. House of Food Porn delivers and exceeds on all fronts. No menu which is a treat .. Chef Frank was our guide to amazing flavors from exceptional ingredients perfectly paired delivering extreme yumminess..
Nicky his partner welcomed us and introduced us to the concepts and told us we were in our home.. and it truly felt like we were with family.
The entire night was magical.. We will return and bring friends...

This is the third time I get This is the third time I get to experience House of Food Porn and every time it keeps getting better and better to the point of perfection. Chef Franco’s ShuShi creations are unique, tasty and devine. This culinary experience is one of a kind. Pair that with amazing creeper red wine, refreshing cocktails prepared by his beautiful wife Nikki and exceptional service. This is a must try special chef table experience.at least once, twice, three times or even more. You will never eat the same menu if you go often. I love House of Food Porn and cannot wait for my next visit. (NOTE: I will give it 6 stars if they allowed me to.)

Not Just a Meal, but a Dining Experience! I found House of Food Porn via Trip Advisor and was first impressed by its #1 rating and then impressed by the incredible reviews. What excited me in booking was that it would be a dining experience and not just a meal and we found that to be absolutely true. Nicky and Louisa greeted us and we immediately felt at home with our lovely place setting that included gifts to take home. We enjoyed learning about them and hearing Chef Franco’s story about how he created Shushi! The courses were all amazing and it was great fun to try to figure out when each contained. The wine was lovely and the cocktail just perfect! We applaud their investment in their location, having recently used the shutdown to make many improvements to their space. We found them to be engaging and lovely people and hope that we will see our new friends in the future. It’s not very often that you enter a restaurant as strangers and leave as friends. It’s not just a meal. It’s an experience!!

Best Dining experience!!!!! I can't even describe this place as a restaurant. Woooowwww....what an incredible experience!!! Truly felt like visiting family, such an intimate environment and extra spectacular service. The food is like nothing I ever had tasted before. Chef Franco really has a talent to play with flavors. Nicky is the coolest hostess ever and the 2 girls (sorry I forgot their names) which they call their daughters are sooo sweet and attentive. I'm definitely going back for more and I hope the business stays very successful to continue making people happy for a very long time!!!!

Love this place!!! Love love love this small restaurant that makes you feel you're coming home to a friend's house to dine. They only open with reservation, so it is super private and so cozy. I came on Valentine's Day after making a reservation a month out. Parking is easy in the backyard. Upon entering, you'll find a very quaint little space that is full of candles in a romantic ambiance. It felt like entering a friend's house. Everyone was super friendly. Chef the owner personally welcomed me and introduced himself, brought me to my table and even pulled out the seat for me. It was so sweet. Felt right at home. I think that says so much about a restaurant and it brings a good restaurant to a great one.

The menu is omikase, which means Chef serves what he is in the mood for. We ordered a 6 course menu including wine and dessert for an unbeatable price. The concept is serving rolls stuffed with cooked items featuring flavors from the whole globe.

We tried the Swedish roll with salmon, we had the Mexican seared Ahi tuna roll with Taco flakes, we had the Caribbean roll and the Turkey Blast with Mac & Cheese, as well as the Cuban Buena Noche roll. For dessert we had the French Roll with little Maccaron bites in Cream Cheese topped with Mango-Raspberry foam. Geez DELICIOUS!!! Our host Nicky was awesome, she was attentive and entertained us the whole evening, she took so many pictures of us in front of the HOUSE OF FOOD PORN wall, thank you for making our visit so memorable!!!

Excellent Dining Experience One of the most pleasant dining experiences I've ever had. I'm so thankful to Franco for exceeding all expectations on our taste buds, I expected some great sushi after seeing some pics other people had posted what I didnt expect was for SHUSHI to blow us all away the way it did ! Thankful to Nicky for being so easy to work with through email on coordinating my wife's surprise birthday party and to Luisa who stepped in for Nicky on our night and made sure we were all taken care of I dont ever remember seeing my wine glass less than full ever. For anyone reading this and trying to make a decision on whether they should go or not don't hesitate it just prolongs you from an excellent dining experience.

Amazing Experience Chef Franco and Nicky curate such an amazing experience that it’s hard to describe. The food and drinks are word-class and will keep you guessing.

Thank you again for such a fabulous night and for taking such great care of us. I'm looking forward to coming back with some of our closest friends to share the experience with them ❤️

Simply the best This is the greatest culinary experience I have ever had. The hospitality and attention to detail by Nicky and Frank is second to none. This is definitely a bucket list item that you will continue to check off.
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An absolute must for foodies! Dining at House of Food Porn is one of the most memorable experiences me and my wife have ever had. Chef Franco and Nicky made of feel like old friends. The seating arrangement lent to easy access to engage with the chef as he revealed the elements, methodology, and inspiration in creating his complex gastronomic creations. I have been blessed with the opportunity to dine in Michelin rated restaurants worldwide, as this experience will be recaptured in the same breath. If you are looking for an experience involving engaging with Chef owner and his lovely wife, unique creations made with top grade ingredients for drinks and cuisine in warm company…this is a must!