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A great experience all around! Such a nice atmosphere- menu is really unique and offers pre selected or à la carte - I did à la carte for dinner. Appetizers were delicious and service was really friendly. It's BYOB. Great spot!
Hand roll heaven! I booked this spot for a weekday birthday dinner for my friend for 7 people (5 adults + my two kids, 9 and 11) on OpenTable. The reservation required a credit card but I was able to mention a birthday. We were seated right away at a nice window table with a bench, which made it easy to fit everyone. We ordered a bunch of small plates and not a single miss: Tuna Crudo -- fresh, simple, and kid-approved Japanese Potato Salad with Ikura -- lightly creamy with a salty, briny pop Asari Clam Soup -- loaded with clams, miso; buttery and comforting Furikake Cottage Fries -- hot, round crispy ridges with a ketchup-y dip, very snackable for everyone Spicy Tuna Dip -- gone in about 60 seconds For the temaki (hand rolls), they recommend 5 per person. They do something a little different and honestly pretty fun. The fillings come out on flat sticks in a wooden holder (kinda like a taco stand), and you get boxes of nori (seaweed sheets) on the side. You slide the filling onto the seaweed yourself and eat it right away, so everything stays nice and crisp. It's a little DIY, but in a good way. While they offer 3 Temaki preselected sets, you can also order a la carte. I went with the Signature Set (tuna poke, XO scallop, coconut shrimp, salmon serrano, cucumber black sesame) and was really happy with it. We also got also got 2 sets of California rolls for the girls. My brother's Everything Bagel hand roll was a fun surprise. It tasted just like one. We finished with the Lemon Curd Churros- fresh, hot, and crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The curd was a little on the firm side, but still good. Everyone left full and delighted. NOTES/TIPS: **BYOB, Wheelchair-accessible. Clean bathrooms. Modern vibes. **Entire menu is gluten-free **Vegan options available if you ask, plus a strong plant-based roll selection **Plan for ~5 hand rolls per person (including the kids) **Several parking decks a block or two away
A very minimalist, cute and chic temaki restaurant in Montclair, New Jersey. I really enjoyed all of the temaki I tried--they were fresh and delicious, with the tuna being my favorite. It's BYOB, which I didn't realize beforehand. I definitely would have brought my own drink if I'd known. I sat outside, but I would have preferred to sit inside. I was told the dining room was fully reserved, but it never actually filled up, which was a bit disappointing. That's the only reason I'm giving it four stars instead of five.
Good food, beautiful interior, quick service. The combinations on the hand rolls were good, but nothing amazing. For the price and area, I'd say it was an average experience.
Nami Nori in Montclair was such a great experience from start to finish. Walking in, the ambience immediately stood out, the space has a picturesque Japanese aesthetic that feels both modern and calming. It's the kind of place that feels thoughtfully designed without trying too hard. Our waiter was incredibly welcoming and friendly, which set a great tone for the meal. For drinks, we ordered the Raspberry Moon and a matcha latte. Both were colorful, well-presented, and really tasty, a nice way to start the meal. The food itself was an experience. We ordered the temaki set and got to learn how to assemble our own hand rolls, which made the meal interactive and fun. The sushi arrived in a beautiful presentation and everything tasted fresh and high quality. Overall, it was a memorable dining experience with great service, creative drinks, and delicious food. Definitely a spot worth checking out in Montclair.
This was such a fun date night with my boyfriend. The service was great and quick, and they make making handrolls a fun experience that we ourselves got to do at the table!
Our son invited us to try this amazing restaurant today. My husband and I both loved it. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to go back!
Nami Nori seemed like a cool concept with the open style hand rolls with unique flavors. However, simple is better when it comes sushi. I felt having to assemble the sushi piece with the loose toppings was a bit messy to eat. So many crumbs and pieces were flying off as I bit down. Also It was the same way you eat a hot dog, so not the most elegant way to eat. The signature set sounded like the better deal since it includes 5 temakis. The portion turned out to be enough, but I'm not a huge eater. For my husband this would be an appetizer portion. None of the pieces were memorable to me and I wasn't even sure what I was eating. There were too many toppings and such covering the fish. The flavors were too much that every piece seemed to taste the same. The service was polite and friendly. Not the typical aloof servers you find at Asian restaurants. The place was clean and minimalistic.
Food: The fish is fresh and delicious here. The presentation is beautiful and quality of the food is great. The furikake fries were very flavorful and crispy. All of the temaki tasted good; we didn't have a bad piece. The seaweed is served separately and you assemble it yourself so that it doesn't get soggy as you're eating. Service: Service was excellent. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Ambiance: This restaurant is a good size with seating at the sushi bar and tables on the side. It's good for both large and small groups. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant!
We heard about this place through friends and bookmarked it as one of the spots to try. Securing a reservation was quite easy, depending on the time. Upon arrival, we noticed the sushi bar dominating about one-third of the eatery. The ambiance is best described as elegantly minimalistic. The host greeted us warmly and led us to our seats at the sushi bar. As we browsed the menu, we chose the following: Appetizer - Winter Special: Miso braised leeks - 3.5/5 stars. The outer leaves were still intact, making it less than ideal as we consumed this appetizer. Thus, I deducted half a star for that. I did enjoy the char on the leek and the sauce. The Signature Set, which includes 5 temaki rolls (U-shaped): 1. Tuna poke - 5/5 Stars. Simply divine. The crispy shallots gave it a textural contrast to the tuna temaki itself. 2. X.O. Scallop - 4/5 Stars. The scallop should have been the star; however, the X.O. sauce was used too generously. It overpowered the scallop, preventing us from fully appreciating its sweet, buttery, and briny notes. 3. Coconut Shrimp - 3/5 Stars. The shrimp was made into a paste and deep-fried. While this is a favorite among many, according to the itamae, the flaked coconut and breadcrumbs provided plenty of crunch, but the shrimp's natural sweetness and juiciness were lost. 4. Salmon Serrano - 5/5 Stars. Fresh and perfectly balanced by the sharp and delicious heat of the serrano peppers. 5. Cucumber Black Sesame - 4/5 Stars. Bold in flavor, which surprised me since it was the final temaki in the set. I was expecting something lighter and sweeter, as most Japanese restaurants end their sushi with the final piece with sweetness. The sauce is plum-forward, and the black sesame masks the cucumber's lightness. The seafood is extremely fresh, but the itamae, at times, drowned the temaki with the sauce. Ideally, the sauce should enhance, and not overshadow, the seafood. The service was polite and attentive. The itamae explained each piece as it was served, and the servers ensured our cups were always full. While the sushi bar occupies about one-third of the space, there are also tables that comfortably seat groups of four or more. Despite the spacious layout, reservations can still be difficult to secure. Street parking is available, though the ease of finding a spot varies depending on the time.
We've tried to dine here a few times. It's been a difficult reservation. You can accord that to one of two things, or maybe both. One is that it appears to be on the small side as far as seating. The other would be that it's been a popular place to dine. The menu is different than expected of what might be viewed as a sushi restaurant. It's also limited in size when compared with other sushi restaurants. The sushi is presented differently. We did not find any cut rolls on the menu. The rolls are all akin to hand rolls, though diners wrap them on their own at their table. I did not know how to adequately describe this process, so I consulted AI to obtain the following paragraph. "Nami Nori serves high-quality, innovative temaki (hand rolls) in an open, U-shaped "taco" style with warm rice and crispy nori. They offer a variety of flavors, from classic combinations like tuna avocado to unique options such as tuna poke with crispy shallots, coconut shrimp with green curry, and spicy crab dynamite with a crunchy rice puff topping. The rolls are intended to be eaten right away to appreciate the crispness of the nori and the warmth of the rice." Our own experience is as follows. We started by ordering the recommended 5 rolls each. Once we ordered those we decided to add the caviar appetizer. While the caviar itself was very good, we found the accompaniments less so, as we felt the rice chips and onion cream to be too heavy for such a delicacy and think the caviar could be better used as an addition to the temaki. As to the temaki rolls, we each selected our own assortments, rather than go with the house suggested "sets" of 5 tamaki rolls. Among those we ordered were the spicy tuna, spicy lobster, yellowtail + scallion, toro + scallion, red crab California, and spicy crab dynamite. All were really, truly, excellent. It's a BYOB establishment in Montclair, unlike their other NY and Florida locations. We did not partake in dessert. Service was good, though it could have been better. We were initially presented with someone else's bill. Seating also feels cramped. Perhaps we should have eaten outdoors. All in all, we will be back. It was worth a repeat, though it is a pricey meal ($166 at a BYOB) compared with other sushi restaurants, though not by enough to be a discouragement. Lastly, I must mention that I've tired of playing the Jerry F. game. Huh? Jerry F. is another NJ-based Yelper who retaliates by posting an OH NO to every one of my reviews when I dared disagree with one of his reviews with an OH NO. It's a shame one cannot have an honest disagreement, or a different experience, without being targeted with vengeance, as it's been tit for tat ever since. I'm done playing this infantile game with Jerry F. and regret such a narrow mind exists in the YELP community, so no more of me posting OH NO on his reviews, though I'm sure he will keep doing so on mine, especially as he would not even deal with a message discussion I attempted about his antics and he blocked me after the very first OH NO. Beware.
Thank goodness they have opened a handroll restaurant outside of NYC! Great place to enjoy hand rolls in Montclair. Had a reservation on a week night and we were seated immediately. The staff was very friendly and explained everything to us perfectly. The restaurant itself is quite modern looking and you can choose to sit at a table or at the counter to have your meal prepared. Started off with the shishito peppers, served with a honey miso, definitely needed for those surprise spicy shishitos that come through. Really tasty start to the meal. Went right into the hand rolls afterwards. The nori stays in plastic until you pull it off so that it remains crispy and fresh until you are ready to eat. We loved all the hand rolls we tried, but the stand out to my wife and me was definitely the poached lobster roll, absolutely delicious with the bits of potato on top. The other stand outs were the scallop and the spicy tuna. Would definitely try out more rolls next time. Would recommend to all!
Stopped by Nami Nori for our anniversary dinner and it was an awesome experience! This was my first time having sushi rolls like this and they were all absolutely delicious and it was cool to try soemthing new. We got the spicy tuna dip as a starter (insanely good with wonton chips) and then got a cannoli and sesame chocolate chip cookie for dessert. The restaurant is super clean and has an awesome modern/Japanese vibe. Our servers were all super nice and offered great service. I cannot recommend nami nori enough!
1 month ago
My friend and I met for lunch at Nami Nori Saturday. She had been there before and recommended it for us. This was my first time there, and after that meal, it will not be my last. I love temaki! We started with shishito peppers with a smoked honey miso. I was curious to see how they did vegetarian options, so I went with five plant-based temaki. I'm hard-pressed to pick a favorite; each one was so delicious! -- avocado "toast" -- cucumber black sesame -- tofu chimichurri -- sweet potato tempura -- maitake truffle Our waiter was so nice and welcoming. She checked in on us and answered questions that we had about the menu. That kind of genuineness and hospitality always makes the dine-in experience a notch above. I hope to return again soon. The eatery is close to the Welmont, so I made a mental note to remember it next time I'm seeing a concert or show. Nami Nori in Montclair is highly recommended! read more
Second time coming to Nami Nori and had amazing service as always! Always good to make a reservation ahead of time as it gets pretty busy during the dinner rush! We love nami nori for its upscale and clean feel! Its well lit and doesn't seem like a night club lol. Food was amazing!! The spicy tuna dip was delicious and actually spicy! The caviar service has gone up a bit in price since we came here a couple years ago but it was too good of a deal before! All the handrolls were amazing but our favorite was the toro scallion. We added some of our leftover caviar from the apps and it mixed perfectly!!! Spicy lobster is definitely a must as well! Can't wait to come back for our next date!! Pro tip: theres a parking deck right across the street behind the bike store! You can cross through the lit up alley pretty safely there. read more
I had been wanting to try this place for a while, so I finally ordered takeout when Grubhub was running a $70 off $70 promotion. I'm glad I did because, honestly, I would've been disappointed paying full price for this. The packaging was well done for takeout, but the food itself was pretty underwhelming for the price. The hand rolls lacked the fresh, melt in your mouth quality I'd expect from a slightly elevated restaurant. The only items I genuinely enjoyed were the coconut shrimp and the crab hand roll. The potato salad was $10 for a very small portion, which felt hard to justify, and the chicken karaage was a little soggy instead of crispy (may be from the takeout box). Overall, I'm thankful for the Grubhub deal because I don't think the food was worth the regular price. Between the quality and portion sizes, I don't see myself ordering from here again. read more
2 months ago
A great experience all around! Such a nice atmosphere- menu is really unique and offers pre selected or à la carte - I did à la carte for dinner. Appetizers were delicious and service was really friendly. It's BYOB. Great spot! read more
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6 months ago
Hand roll heaven! I booked this spot for a weekday birthday dinner for my friend for 7 people (5 adults + my two kids, 9 and 11) on OpenTable. The reservation required a credit card but I was able to mention a birthday. We were seated right away at a nice window table with a bench, which made it easy to fit everyone. We ordered a bunch of small plates and not a single miss: Tuna Crudo -- fresh, simple, and kid-approved Japanese Potato Salad with Ikura -- lightly creamy with a salty, briny pop Asari Clam Soup -- loaded with clams, miso; buttery and comforting Furikake Cottage Fries -- hot, round crispy ridges with a ketchup-y dip, very snackable for everyone Spicy Tuna Dip -- gone in about 60 seconds For the temaki (hand rolls), they recommend 5 per person. They do something a little different and honestly pretty fun. The fillings come out on flat sticks in a wooden holder (kinda like a taco stand), and you get boxes of nori (seaweed sheets) on the side. You slide the filling onto the seaweed yourself and eat it right away, so everything stays nice and crisp. It's a little DIY, but in a good way. While they offer 3 Temaki preselected sets, you can also order a la carte. I went with the Signature Set (tuna poke, XO scallop, coconut shrimp, salmon serrano, cucumber black sesame) and was really happy with it. We also got also got 2 sets of California rolls for the girls. My brother's Everything Bagel hand roll was a fun surprise. It tasted just like one. We finished with the Lemon Curd Churros- fresh, hot, and crispy on the outside, soft on the inside. The curd was a little on the firm side, but still good. Everyone left full and delighted. NOTES/TIPS: **BYOB, Wheelchair-accessible. Clean bathrooms. Modern vibes. **Entire menu is gluten-free **Vegan options available if you ask, plus a strong plant-based roll selection **Plan for ~5 hand rolls per person (including the kids) **Several parking decks a block or two away read more
A very minimalist, cute and chic temaki restaurant in Montclair, New Jersey. I really enjoyed all of the temaki I tried--they were fresh and delicious, with the tuna being my favorite. It's BYOB, which I didn't realize beforehand. I definitely would have brought my own drink if I'd known. I sat outside, but I would have preferred to sit inside. I was told the dining room was fully reserved, but it never actually filled up, which was a bit disappointing. That's the only reason I'm giving it four stars instead of five. read more
3 months ago
Good food, beautiful interior, quick service. The combinations on the hand rolls were good, but nothing amazing. For the price and area, I'd say it was an average experience. read more
Nami Nori in Montclair was such a great experience from start to finish. Walking in, the ambience immediately stood out, the space has a picturesque Japanese aesthetic that feels both modern and calming. It's the kind of place that feels thoughtfully designed without trying too hard. Our waiter was incredibly welcoming and friendly, which set a great tone for the meal. For drinks, we ordered the Raspberry Moon and a matcha latte. Both were colorful, well-presented, and really tasty, a nice way to start the meal. The food itself was an experience. We ordered the temaki set and got to learn how to assemble our own hand rolls, which made the meal interactive and fun. The sushi arrived in a beautiful presentation and everything tasted fresh and high quality. Overall, it was a memorable dining experience with great service, creative drinks, and delicious food. Definitely a spot worth checking out in Montclair. read more
29 days ago
This was such a fun date night with my boyfriend. The service was great and quick, and they make making handrolls a fun experience that we ourselves got to do at the table! read more
12 days ago
2 months ago
Our son invited us to try this amazing restaurant today. My husband and I both loved it. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to go back! read more
1 year ago
Nami Nori seemed like a cool concept with the open style hand rolls with unique flavors. However, simple is better when it comes sushi. I felt having to assemble the sushi piece with the loose toppings was a bit messy to eat. So many crumbs and pieces were flying off as I bit down. Also It was the same way you eat a hot dog, so not the most elegant way to eat. The signature set sounded like the better deal since it includes 5 temakis. The portion turned out to be enough, but I'm not a huge eater. For my husband this would be an appetizer portion. None of the pieces were memorable to me and I wasn't even sure what I was eating. There were too many toppings and such covering the fish. The flavors were too much that every piece seemed to taste the same. The service was polite and friendly. Not the typical aloof servers you find at Asian restaurants. The place was clean and minimalistic. read more
Food: The fish is fresh and delicious here. The presentation is beautiful and quality of the food is great. The furikake fries were very flavorful and crispy. All of the temaki tasted good; we didn't have a bad piece. The seaweed is served separately and you assemble it yourself so that it doesn't get soggy as you're eating. Service: Service was excellent. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Ambiance: This restaurant is a good size with seating at the sushi bar and tables on the side. It's good for both large and small groups. Overall, I would recommend this restaurant! read more
We heard about this place through friends and bookmarked it as one of the spots to try. Securing a reservation was quite easy, depending on the time. Upon arrival, we noticed the sushi bar dominating about one-third of the eatery. The ambiance is best described as elegantly minimalistic. The host greeted us warmly and led us to our seats at the sushi bar. As we browsed the menu, we chose the following: Appetizer - Winter Special: Miso braised leeks - 3.5/5 stars. The outer leaves were still intact, making it less than ideal as we consumed this appetizer. Thus, I deducted half a star for that. I did enjoy the char on the leek and the sauce. The Signature Set, which includes 5 temaki rolls (U-shaped): 1. Tuna poke - 5/5 Stars. Simply divine. The crispy shallots gave it a textural contrast to the tuna temaki itself. 2. X.O. Scallop - 4/5 Stars. The scallop should have been the star; however, the X.O. sauce was used too generously. It overpowered the scallop, preventing us from fully appreciating its sweet, buttery, and briny notes. 3. Coconut Shrimp - 3/5 Stars. The shrimp was made into a paste and deep-fried. While this is a favorite among many, according to the itamae, the flaked coconut and breadcrumbs provided plenty of crunch, but the shrimp's natural sweetness and juiciness were lost. 4. Salmon Serrano - 5/5 Stars. Fresh and perfectly balanced by the sharp and delicious heat of the serrano peppers. 5. Cucumber Black Sesame - 4/5 Stars. Bold in flavor, which surprised me since it was the final temaki in the set. I was expecting something lighter and sweeter, as most Japanese restaurants end their sushi with the final piece with sweetness. The sauce is plum-forward, and the black sesame masks the cucumber's lightness. The seafood is extremely fresh, but the itamae, at times, drowned the temaki with the sauce. Ideally, the sauce should enhance, and not overshadow, the seafood. The service was polite and attentive. The itamae explained each piece as it was served, and the servers ensured our cups were always full. While the sushi bar occupies about one-third of the space, there are also tables that comfortably seat groups of four or more. Despite the spacious layout, reservations can still be difficult to secure. Street parking is available, though the ease of finding a spot varies depending on the time. read more
We've tried to dine here a few times. It's been a difficult reservation. You can accord that to one of two things, or maybe both. One is that it appears to be on the small side as far as seating. The other would be that it's been a popular place to dine. The menu is different than expected of what might be viewed as a sushi restaurant. It's also limited in size when compared with other sushi restaurants. The sushi is presented differently. We did not find any cut rolls on the menu. The rolls are all akin to hand rolls, though diners wrap them on their own at their table. I did not know how to adequately describe this process, so I consulted AI to obtain the following paragraph. "Nami Nori serves high-quality, innovative temaki (hand rolls) in an open, U-shaped "taco" style with warm rice and crispy nori. They offer a variety of flavors, from classic combinations like tuna avocado to unique options such as tuna poke with crispy shallots, coconut shrimp with green curry, and spicy crab dynamite with a crunchy rice puff topping. The rolls are intended to be eaten right away to appreciate the crispness of the nori and the warmth of the rice." Our own experience is as follows. We started by ordering the recommended 5 rolls each. Once we ordered those we decided to add the caviar appetizer. While the caviar itself was very good, we found the accompaniments less so, as we felt the rice chips and onion cream to be too heavy for such a delicacy and think the caviar could be better used as an addition to the temaki. As to the temaki rolls, we each selected our own assortments, rather than go with the house suggested "sets" of 5 tamaki rolls. Among those we ordered were the spicy tuna, spicy lobster, yellowtail + scallion, toro + scallion, red crab California, and spicy crab dynamite. All were really, truly, excellent. It's a BYOB establishment in Montclair, unlike their other NY and Florida locations. We did not partake in dessert. Service was good, though it could have been better. We were initially presented with someone else's bill. Seating also feels cramped. Perhaps we should have eaten outdoors. All in all, we will be back. It was worth a repeat, though it is a pricey meal ($166 at a BYOB) compared with other sushi restaurants, though not by enough to be a discouragement. Lastly, I must mention that I've tired of playing the Jerry F. game. Huh? Jerry F. is another NJ-based Yelper who retaliates by posting an OH NO to every one of my reviews when I dared disagree with one of his reviews with an OH NO. It's a shame one cannot have an honest disagreement, or a different experience, without being targeted with vengeance, as it's been tit for tat ever since. I'm done playing this infantile game with Jerry F. and regret such a narrow mind exists in the YELP community, so no more of me posting OH NO on his reviews, though I'm sure he will keep doing so on mine, especially as he would not even deal with a message discussion I attempted about his antics and he blocked me after the very first OH NO. Beware. read more
1 year ago
Thank goodness they have opened a handroll restaurant outside of NYC! Great place to enjoy hand rolls in Montclair. Had a reservation on a week night and we were seated immediately. The staff was very friendly and explained everything to us perfectly. The restaurant itself is quite modern looking and you can choose to sit at a table or at the counter to have your meal prepared. Started off with the shishito peppers, served with a honey miso, definitely needed for those surprise spicy shishitos that come through. Really tasty start to the meal. Went right into the hand rolls afterwards. The nori stays in plastic until you pull it off so that it remains crispy and fresh until you are ready to eat. We loved all the hand rolls we tried, but the stand out to my wife and me was definitely the poached lobster roll, absolutely delicious with the bits of potato on top. The other stand outs were the scallop and the spicy tuna. Would definitely try out more rolls next time. Would recommend to all! read more
Stopped by Nami Nori for our anniversary dinner and it was an awesome experience! This was my first time having sushi rolls like this and they were all absolutely delicious and it was cool to try soemthing new. We got the spicy tuna dip as a starter (insanely good with wonton chips) and then got a cannoli and sesame chocolate chip cookie for dessert. The restaurant is super clean and has an awesome modern/Japanese vibe. Our servers were all super nice and offered great service. I cannot recommend nami nori enough! read more
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8 months ago
The ambiance of this place is very simple. I was underwhelmed with the quality of the fish. The ocean trout was extremely fishy and did not have good flavor. The rest of the fish was mediocre. The best thing in my opinion was the wasabi cucumbers and the wonton chips with the dip. I am glad I was able to experience this place with friends for a night out. The service was good but nothing notable. read more
2 years ago
Solid option, welcomed addition to the neighborhood. Stopped here for dinner before a show and had a corner booth near the kitchen. Mix of counter (2) and table seating. Clean and crisp space. Bright and airy. Didn't love the disposable chopsticks and napkin vibe.. Also didn't prefer the individually wrapped rolls would rather not have to work for the meal ingredients falling out for my husband The restaurant filled up pretty quick let between 5-6PM. Recommended to order 5 hand rolls for a meal. I went for 4 along with our appetizers and felt plenty full. I ordered the: XOs Scallop (5/5) great balance of textures and flavor Spicy Lobster (4/5) good but not my fave Spicy tuna (5/5) yum! Loved the freshness of the jalapeño Toro scallion (5/5) simple and delicious All were super fresh and filling. My husband got some of the same plus the crispy crab, and uni both were great. Appetizer wise we got Ocean trout shashimi (4/5) thicker pieces of fish which might not be for everyone, flavor was good, could've eaten more haha the tempura misto (5/5) heavy on the breading but a good mix of veg and seafood with a side of spicy mayo We had time to kill and a bottle of wine to finish so we added the furikake fries which were decent but definitely put me over the top filling wise haha read more
1 year ago
I flew in from the Bay Area some weeks ago and stayed with my friend for life who lives close by. After dropping off my luggage, we walked over on a Monday night with no reservations. The interior is gorgeous and designed incredibly well. We sat outside, though, since I was on a plane and in airports all day. It was glorious. I'd never tried temaki before and I was skeptical but HOLY MOLY IT WAS AWESOME. We did the tasting option and my friend did a starter set whilst I went with a custom selection (thanks to the server for helping me choose) and I really wish I wrote down what I had it was sooooo goooood. We started with the spicy tuna dip (YUM) and I ordered soup that they forgot about for a while. When they realized, they gave us some bamboo shoots as a kindness AND THEY WERE BOMB TOO!!!! Allll of the staff was friendly and charming and weirdly good-looking. I can't wait to go back. Sometimes it's tough on the tummy after a full day of travel but this food was scrumptious AND easy on my stomach. It was a dream! read more
7 months ago
Really enjoyed our meal at Nami Nori. The aesthetic of the restaurant itself is so clean & bright and made for a nice atmosphere. The handrolls tasted very fresh and the self assembly with the seaweed served separately was fun too! read more
1 year ago
The best way for me to describe this dining experience is well curated. The atmosphere was sleek and modern to create an elevated feel. The food was also very enticing and had unique flavors. The temaki roll set was pretty amazing all around with; fresh ingredients, toppings that complemented the seafood well, crispy nori, and bold flavors. I will say though, occasionally one of my bites would be almost too savory from uneven topping distribution, but that's a nitpick. Aside from the set, the crispy rice chips with spice tuna dip was a great appetizer to really prep your taste buds for the start of the great meal. read more
Fun, whimsical restaurant in the heart of Montclair for a solid meal. Great decor and service complement the high quality fresh fish in this establishment. Fresh ingredients served in small plates for individuals or to share for a great meal that you get to watch get made if you sit at the counter. Great choice for a different type of meal and experience when you are in the area. Been there several times and it's on our rotation list! read more
The moment I stepped into Nami Nori, I was impressed by the gorgeous interior. The windows along the walls allowed for natural sunlight to light up the restaurant, and the minimalist, modern furniture and table settings complemented the warm lighting and made for a clean, open look. Our server was very helpful and welcoming. He provided recommendations and even shared his personal favorites. I ordered the signature set (tuna poke, x.o. scallop, coconut shrimp, salmon serrano, and cucumber black sesame). Each temaki was beautifully garnished and packed w/ flavor. They were all so delicious, but my favorites were the tuna poke, x.o. scallop, and salmon serrano. If you're willing to pay the extra money for the cool experience and meal, I definitely recommend. read more
Food was great and it was packed on a Saturday. I thought the place was nice, but not worth a second trip. I like the temaki sets, but next time, I would just order the crispy rice chips and dip. That had the most flavor. Dessert is a little underwhelming. After dinner, I went to get ice cream someplace else since it wasn't on the menu. read more
Solid plant based temaki experience. Attentive service. Interior ambiance is relaxed. I would probably skip the soup but the fries were good. Obviously the star of the show was getting the 5 piece temaki course which slightly expensive but very well though out and unique. Each piece had a very different flavor profile starting with avocado toast down to black sesame seed paste cucumber! read more
So glad we finally have this in Montclair!! We sat at the bar so we got everything fresh! The seafood was so fresh and the flavor of each roll was so unique. The combination of ingredients was surprising but delicious. Love this place for good sushi and a light meal! read more
This is such a cute date spot! I made a reservation on a Saturday night and I'm very happy I did. This place filled up pretty quickly during the course of dinner. We sat at the bar and I was pleasantly surprised that I wasnt shoulder to shoulder with my neighbor. I loved the appetizers, we got the spicy tuna dip, furikake fries and the caviar tasting. Everything was delicious and the tuna was pretty fresh! I really enjoyed the homemade chips. The handrolls were also good. I got the ikura, toro, scallop, red crab and sweet potato tempura. Everything was fresh, the ikura did fall apart on me, but i still enjoyed it very much. There arent many handroll spots in NJ so I'd definitely check it out. It was a little on the pricier side but the vibes were great, its also BYOB read more
We had a show to watch at the Wellmont theater right next to Nami Nori so this was the perfect place for our pre show meal. Unfortunately, there was nothing available only to book for a table for 5, but I saw that I was able to book for table for 2 or 3. So I called the restaurant to ask if there's any possibilities to squeeze us in and they were so nice and understanding and made it work for us! Their customer service was way above and beyond! It's a small restaurant with 2 counter seating where you can watch the chefs as they prepare for your food. We sat at the table service since we have a large party and the seats were comfortable. We ordered the spicy tuna dip and enjoyed it very much. The chips are light and the tuna was seasoned well. They specialize in hand rolls and I ordered a la carte since there's specific items I want to try. The eggplant was marinated with red miso and paired with gobo chips to give it some texture. The uni was fresh and creaming and didn't need anything else to steal their spotlight. I also really enjoyed the fried oyster, which was perfectly fried and didn't feel oily at all. I love how it was paired with ume pickled onions to balance out the grease. The ebi was big and very refreshing together with the yuzu kosho soy sauce. Last but not least, I ordered the toro which is classically paired with scallions. I enjoyed every single one of the hand rolls. Ingredients were fresh and packed with flavors. Service could be a little faster as we waited awhile for our food to come out but overall, we had a good experience and would come back. read more
Okay, this location is just not as good as the one in Williamsburg, which knocks it down a star but also had a few issues. I went on a Thursday night and there was a 45 minute wait for one including the bar. No problem, I was promptly seated outside. Service was nice and server was knowledgeable. I got the signature set, lychee raspberry drink, and an added volcano crab roll. The pros: Fish was fresh. The vibes (inside) were swanky and good for a date. The scallop with xo was delicious. The cons: The tuna poke was out of balance with excess lemon zest. The cuts on the cucumber sesame were pretty clumsy. The coconut curry shrimp was less punchy than at Williamsburg. The lychee raspberry mocktail was a bit separated and had a strange body to it, likely from too much puree, and tasted mostly like citrus. I could not detect any lychee. The volcano crab roll was warm which I wasn't expecting and personally, I did not find it pleasant. It was a fine experience but not fantastic. read more
Came with a friend on a late Saturday night and was seated promptly after a 25 minute wait. We ordered quickly as we were starving. We both agreed we would definitely be back to try the other food options as we enjoyed our hand rolls so much. The crisp seaweed was a delight and a great touch. Since it was a chilly night, the clam miso soup really hit the spot and I was pleasantly surprised how much I liked it! Will definitely return and glad to see Nami Nori in NJ. read more
Took myself out to lunch here after having it bookmarked for so long. I was able to grab a seat at the bar, while it wasn't too busy. As a first timer, I wanted to try the basics so I started with the raspberry moon mocktail, not only beautiful but delicious. I proceeded with the asari clam soup, not what I expected but yummy and comforting non-the less. Of course, I had to go with the signature set and I was skeptical about 1 or 2 of the options but decided to go for it. Tuna poke, scallop, coconut shrimp (delicious!) salmon and cucumber. Surprisingly, the cucumber with shiso & plum was so good, don't count it out just because it's just vegetables. I also ordered the oyster as an extra because it looked so good and it did not disappoint. Everything was very good, good quality and good service. My bill was $70 for 1 person though and that's kinda crazy. But I get it, quality equals money. read more
3 years ago
After months of anticipation, I checked this spot out with a group for a Saturday night late dinner. The place is clean and bright. We had a reservation at the bar so we got to see the temaki rolls being prepared and served individually to us. Highly worth it! We did try a bunch of apps: shishito peppers, tuna crudo, and all 3 of the rice chips/dips. The best were the tuna crudo app (so fresh!) and the mushroom dip (also so fresh and flavorful). I tried the Signature set of 5 temaki rolls for $32. Great flavors and combination of flavors but most importantly, each dish was fresher than the next. They know how to prepare fish and with the almost taco like serving - you get a good portion of fish in each bite. The negative is it is PRICEY! At least it's BYOB. read more
3 months ago
Nami Nori West Village was a favorite spot of mine for years, and I'm so happy they opened one in NJ for when I'm in my hometown and craving it! The restaurant is spacious and cozy, with a mix of table seating and bar seating. Highly recommend making a reservation especially for dinner, since they get pretty busy. All the appetizers were so good - my favorite was definitely the corn ribs. Such a simple concept but the execution and flavor profile were exquisite. I always choose to build my own set of 5 temaki when I come here, but they do have set menu options which is good if you can't decide on what you want. My favorites are the fried oyster, spicy crab dynamite, and scallop. read more
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What's the noise level?
Quiet during lunch service inside. People can have conversations. That is my experience.
Baby friendly? ? Can you bring stroller
Hi Sharry, Our space is very tight, so I would avoid bringing a stroller if possible. However, if…
Is there parking for the restaurant or street parking only?
Street parking. No private lot.
Address on yelp says montclair. Map appears to be verona?
Haha. You are right---that is totally Verona. I guess they want to call it Montclair because that's trendier.
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