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    Koru

    4.8 (52 reviews)
    Open 11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Edamame, tuna, spicy tuna and salmon rolls- very well priced and delicious
    Dawn V.

    Solid, fresh sashimi/sushi and great service We always have a good experience here and the fish cuts show knowledge Very comfortable vibe with friends but also a great first date night at a cozy table Bar inviting to singles as well

    M&M sushi roll and the shrimp tempura roll.
    Melissa M.

    Great place! Very nice and clean restaurant. Friendly and helpful service, not to mention the food was delicious and fresh. They also have off the menu specials, we tried the Koru bites...chefs kiss! They take reservations but there are not many tables.

    Lycheetini
    Elisha B.

    My Airbnb was within walking distance and I am so happy I made time to try Koru out. I went solo for lunch between conference calls. I loved being able to sit and watch the chef make my order. I think I surprised them with how much pickled ginger I ate. LOL Everything was fresh and tasted amazing. The staff were all so fun. It seemed like everyone was one big happy family. I recommend for a nice lunch, date night, or even a solo lunch like me.

    Koru roll, yellowtail sushi, salmon belly sushi, toro sushi
    Jennifer N.

    Visiting for a conference so went out to eat with my brother. My brother is very adamant that New Orleans struggles in the Asian food department but he was pleasantly surprised. The place is small. Went around dinner and was seated immediately, with option for table or at the bar. Got the koru roll, salmon crudo, and a few sushi a la carte. The fish is fresh and tender. We opted to get it dressed, so it came with oil dressing and toppings which was a nice addition. Overall, pricey but likely fair for New Orleans sushi. Sounds like my brother has some more options now!

    8 course omakase
    Mary B.

    Love love love this place! The fish is super fresh. Will forever be my go to spot for sushi.

    Kampachi jack and salmon sushi
    Ellie M.

    Fish was incredibly fresh and service was attentive and quick. We went for lunch and sat at the counter so it was very cool to watch the chef make all kinds of sushi creations. Highly recommend the salmon sushi (I added chili crunch on top). I'm definitely interested in going back to try some other dishes.

    Sasha M.

    I cannot believe this place was not packed! The ambience was perfect for an anniversary dinner and once we told Chef to do his thing every single piece of sushi he plated was excellent! I must say I cannot wait to go back there! Please do yourself a favor and treat yourself because we all deserve it!

    Special Biscoff Cheesecake
    Linett A.

    There is a reason this chef has a cult following. Every bite was delectable. The perfect meal on this hot summer night. The staff is always helpful if you have any questions. It's a tiny spot, so make a reservation if you are coming at peak dinner time. Do your mouth a favor and get in here for some of the best sushi in the city.

    Scallop sashimi, tuna belly sushi
    Diego M.

    Cute spot on a one way, good spot to go to after the bars in the area. A little pricey, admittedly some things are very cheap while others are priced too high for what they are. But everything is pretty good quality although I've found better quality elsewhere. Definitely somewhere you have to be strategic. Everything is delicious though and you can ask the chef to make you anything. Cute spot and definitely recommend

    Snow crab salad

    I had the best dining experience of my life at Koru. The food was phenomenal. Every bite had a different flavor and added a little something special. The sashimi was served in thick slices and melted in your mouth. The rolls created an experience in themselves and you can't leave without ordering the Fried Oreo ice cream. On top of that the service was incredible. Everyone seemed like they were actually happy to be at work and served with a smile on their faces. Our waters never ran dry. In fact, they never even got halfway empty and as someone who is constantly asking for a refill on water, this was a breath of fresh air. I honestly have nothing bad to say about this place and I definitely found my new favorite sushi place in the city.

    Omakase
    Hugh B.

    My favorite sushi restaurant in NOLA! Great atmosphere and friendly staff. It's always a great time when we come in. Gotta get the omakase!

    Fried calamari
    Christian N.

    2/5 Stars - Just Not It, Chief. Alright, y'all, I've been to my fair share of sushi spots, so when my sister mentioned Kuro Sushi, I figured, why not? Seemed like a decent spot to take my partner for their birthday dinner. We pulled up, ready to feast, hoping for a sushi experience that'd knock our socks off. Instead? More like a light tap on the shoulder--forgettable and kinda disappointing. We kicked things off with three appetizers: carpaccio, fried calamari, and seaweed salad. The carpaccio? Standard. Nothing to write home about, nothing to get excited over. Just... there. The calamari? Again, fine. No crunch that made me wanna do a happy dance, but it got the job done. Seaweed salad? Same story. Decent, but I could've gotten the same at any generic sushi joint. Now, let's talk sushi. We ordered salmon belly, toro, BBQ eel, halibut, and uni. I had hopes. I had dreams. And they were all crushed one bite at a time. * Salmon belly - Fine. Standard. Came with chili garlic oil, which I've seen a million times before. Not impressed. * Halibut - Tasted clean, but forgettable. Wouldn't order it again. * Toro - Meh. Nothing special. Also, the knife work? A little rough. Looked like it got handled by someone in a rush. * BBQ eel - Lukewarm. Didn't feel fresh. And if I'm eating eel, I want that fresh, slightly charred warmth. Disappointing. * Uni - This one hurt. I love uni when it's done right, and I've had my fair share. But this? NOPE. The second I caught that fishy, salty smell, I knew it wasn't gonna sit right with me. And when I tasted it? Yeah... I literally spat it out. No thank you. Overall? Kuro Sushi isn't the worst, but it's definitely not making my must-return list. With so many sushi spots out there, I need something that stands out, and this just wasn't it. If I'm craving good sushi, I'd rather go to Yakuza House or Daiwa, where I know I'm getting quality. Would I recommend this place? Not really. Maybe if someone else is paying, but even then... I'd hesitate.

    Beef tataki
    Ebony P.

    I had a great experience at Koru. The service was good, both the server and sushi chef took time explaining dishes. It's a small spot, but worth trying. We got there right before a wave of people and sat at the sushi bar. I was super excited about trying the Japanese oyster special, but they ran out. Our food was fresh and came out in a timely manner. I ordered miso soup and beef tataki from the kitchen. We really like the beef tataki! It was presented well. We ordered yellow tail, smelt roe, a rainbow roll ($16), and the koru roll ($22) from the sushi bar. Everything was fresh and flavorful. The chili garlic and smelt roe gave the Kuro roll a nice pop. The bar had limited choices, so my cousin had difficulty finding something on the drink menu. She settled on a dirty martini; she said it was one of the best she's had. We also had 2 rounds of a hot sake. In true New Orleans fashion, the bad weather briefly knocked out their card payment system. They handed it with grace and patience. Shout out to the Koru team.

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    Food and atmosphere is amazing. Excellent customer service. The poke salad is delicious.

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    The food and service is amazing here I can never get enough of it it's a little restaurant but very cozy

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    Delicious and fast. Loved the sushi and cocktails. Staff was super nice and attentive.

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