Massimo Campagnolo | Professional Sushi Chef
CEO & Head Chef — @takeasushiorl

Massimo Campagnolo

Work Hard — Play Harder

Where Italian soul meets Japanese precision. A master of the blade, crafting omakase experiences that transcend tradition in the heart of Orlando.

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The Chef

A Blade. A Vision.
A Legacy.

Massimo Campagnolo brings a rare fusion of Italian passion and Japanese discipline to every cut, every roll, every plate. As the founder and CEO of Take A Sushi in Orlando, he has built more than a restaurant — he has built a movement.

Now, through his upcoming Academy, Massimo is opening the doors for the next generation of sushi artisans to learn from a master who lives by one creed:

"Work Hard. Play Harder."
15+
Years of Craft
1000s
Guests Served
ORL
Orlando, FL
The World of Massimo

Three Pillars of Craft

01

Take A Sushi

An omakase-driven experience in Orlando where fresh fish meets artful precision. Every seat is front row to the craft.

Reserve Your Seat
02

The Academy

Master the blade. Learn knife skills, fish selection, rice technique, and the philosophy behind every piece. Coming soon.

Join the Waitlist
03

Recipes

From signature rolls to seasonal specials — Massimo shares his techniques and secret recipes for you to recreate at home.

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From the Kitchen

Featured Recipes

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Dragon Roll
Signature Roll

The Campagnolo Dragon Roll

Tempura shrimp, avocado, unagi glaze — a signature creation with Italian flair.

Nigiri
Technique

Perfect Nigiri Masterclass

The art of hand-pressed sushi — from rice preparation to the final touch.

Sashimi
Seasonal

Spring Sashimi Arrangement

A seasonal selection of the freshest cuts, presented with Massimo's artistic vision.

Philosophy
Every piece of sushi is a conversation between the chef and the ocean. My hands are simply the translator.
— Massimo Campagnolo
Follow the Journey

Behind the Counter

Sushi
Sushi prep
Sushi detail
Sashimi
Nigiri