O Asian Grill is the brainchild of nightlife impresario, Eric Levin, who since 1993 has been involved with various hotspots including The Chili Pepper (Miami, Ft. Lauderdale & Atlanta), Karma in Atlanta and famed Miami restaurant/lounge Rumi, which he opened with Alan Roth, also a partner in O. Levin’s vision was to create a place where those in the know can go to relax, eat and unwind … essentially a private living room for those seeking substance in a sumptuous, sexy environment. Levin is also the owner of Pro Access, Inc., a sports & entertainment marketing firm working with some of today’s top celebrities in the world of sports, music and film.

During the day O Grill and Lounge features the Noodle Shop, an upscale but quick and convenient noodle counter; as night falls guests make their way through the rear doors of the Noodle Shop to a remarkable first floor lounge where guests can order sake and cocktails while mixing amongst an elite crowd. Continuing your journey brings you upstairs to experience a new method of modern Asian cooking fused with traditional European styles from acclaimed chef, Todd Dae Kulper. The bi-level space designed by Scott Kester (who also designed Lotus and Sushi Samba in NYC) features dining rooms with balcony overviews to a cascading red chandalier, two bars with one extending the length of the restaurant, and private dining rooms complete with mini bars filled with the latest in Asian wines and spirits. The simplistic, yet chic Japanese décor and installations help establish a unique ambience for one of South Beach’s hottest establishment.