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    Nogi

    4.8 (130 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
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    Salmon special

    Stopped here after trying to hit up our favorite joint but the chef was running an hour late so we decided on Nogi since it was the only one open besides 1 other spot. This one had the better reviews so we came here. Food was good and tasted really fresh, no complaints there. Service was also great. we came right at opening and everything came out fast. My main issue is the limited selection and lack of creativity. If you're used to more Americanized style sushi with sauces and bold flavors (cilantro, lemon, mango), this might feel a bit basic. Most rolls are pretty straightforward with spicy mayo nothing that really stands out. There is also no meat selections like the ribs or teriyaki chicken. It's also a very small spot, so keep that in mind. On the plus side, the miso soup was surprisingly really good, they definitely got that right.

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    Greg C.

    I made the pilgrimage to Nogi today. Wow. My brother and I each drove from different locations. So Cal area and Monterey. Met in the middle. Atascadero is one of those small towns you drive by and never stop. From the highway you're thinking, "usual freeway town, nothing really there. Is it safe?" Or something like that. Nothing could be further from the truth. Yes, a little town-- sparking clean, everything, sidewalks, streets ( except for one small road project) storefronts...like amazing. Spend a few minutes walking around. Nogi--first, only open until 1pm for lunch. The reason when asked, "there is no business after 1:00" I did mention this town was different. Dinner ends at 7pm. They do a lot of take out. As mentioned by everyone they only have 3 tables. Note: they could easily put a few more but this isn't their MO. They don't care. They do it their way. Husband and wife. No employees. The menu is loaded with options and you can find lots to choose from. I looked over previous reviews and they menus are accurate. My Bro and I were up against the 1:00 closing we didn't know about. The wife informed us and I said, "no problem-- we're going to order a lot of food ($$)-- haha. And we did. Some of the finest sushi I've ever had. Fish was freshest, tasty, and presented very nice. The breading on the spring rolls were so light it was heavenly. I ordered to the special blue fish Negri. Yes, $12 for one piece. A bargain. Generous portion and was so good-- melted in my mouth like butter. Super quality. FYI- at 1:00 we weeds still getting stuff we'd ordered. The sign on the door said, Closed....when we finished we thanked chef and his wife profusely and told them both how much we enjoyed the offerings. I remarked about many of the dishes and again thanked him and explained we made a long special trip to taste his skillful offerings. He was very pleased to have made us happy. I took a picture and said casually, "for Yelp." I could see he was upset. He said, "it's BS. I don't care" I said. " all the reviews are 5's-- why aren't you happy?" He just said, " I care about your experience eating here, not ratings. "You' got to admire a guy that's so into his life's mission to satisfy his customers-- vs chasing numbers. The irony is what he delivers gets him the numbers anyway. Just not chasing them. Go and enjoy. Just remember the time requirements.

    Soft shell crab specialty roll
    Devin O.

    Got the place to ourselves today and it felt so VIP...everything we tried was over the top fantastic! We are not albacore people but loved the special roll of the day, spicy scallops roll and the eel roll so very much! The service feels like you're in their home kitchen and we loved it!

    Salmon special roll
    Darlene K.

    I love this place. Service here was excellent. I enjoyed every bite of food. I came here very hungry after a long travel and work day. I was greeted quickly and warmly. There are 3 small tables and they close pretty early, so make sure you get there on time to dine or take out. I decided to get a sushi roll and a hot dish. I love collars and cheeks of all sorts. The crispy skin complemented the crunchy and soft fish. I enjoyed mine with a squeeze of lemon. The role was so good. The spicy sauce was a nice compliment to the salmon and avocado. I skipped the onions.

    Salmon Special Roll - Very Good, but too much sauce.
    Terry C.

    What did the sushi say to the bee? Wasabi! Nogi is a family-owned and operated sushi and Japanese restaurant in the Atascadero Downtown District. Currently, this compact restaurant is limited to three indoor tables and appears to do a large amount of take-away orders as they have been quite busy during our past visits. And for good reason - Chef Nogi has been mastering the art of sushi for over 30-years, and continues to fabricate his own custom creations. He is aided by his delightful wife & family in delivering delicious fare to their patrons. There is ample parking behind the restaurant, as on-street parking can sometimes be difficult. The menu is somewhat limited, but the quality is first-rate. Come visit Nogi for outstanding sushi and Japanese specialties.

    Deep fried yellowtail collar special.
    Kris F.

    I always say, the tinier the restaurant, the better the food and Nogi is no exception. This is a true Japanese sushi house that comes with the extra polite owners who obviously take great pride in the craft. I hate to post these pictures because it's a to-go order which isn't nearly as pretty as a table presentation. But at least it shows the size and quality. I ordered the Nama Chirashi, a spicy scallop roll and the deep fried yellowtail collar. First, the Chirashi fish. Man oh man - this is the real deal. Perfect cuts of premium fish served at the right temperature. The cuts are thick and succulent. Sooo good. And yes, that is real homemade Tomago (I ate one piece). Can we talk about the rice? Most people don't understand the importance of the rice. It has to be just the right amount of chew and stickiness to be easily picked up with chopsticks without being mushy. It takes years of practice to get right and this was perfect. Even the seaweed around the scallop roll was perfectly moist and chewy. My husband was just as happy with the special, fried yellowtail collar and veggie tempura. Nicely crispy with moist perfection inside. Not greasy at all. Just excellent. There are only three small tables if you want to eat in. Call at lunchtime to order dinner and they'll be sure to save the ingredients - they said they often run out. Run, don't walk to this Atascadero gem and ENJOY.

    Sake Nigori

    This locally owned sushi spot is run solely by a husband-and-wife team, and it shows in the quality and care. The fish is incredibly fresh, and our food is always delicious. Service is warm and personal -- easily some of the best customer service around. Since it's just the two of them, a little patience goes a long way -- and it's always worth it. Let's keep supporting amazing local spots like this! This is our favorite sushi place in Atascadero!

    Sashimi salad and special salmon roll
    Karina H.

    There was only a few tables inside and they were all taken so decided to do takeout. Food was delicious and very filling. Will definitely be back!

    Octopus and Mackerel Nigiri

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    Beautiful food and lovely people! Everything is extremely fresh and delicious. Try the Harumaki rolls, they are delectable!

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    5 years ago

    Great spot. The owners are amazing and the fish is fresh and high quality. I think this is the best sushi on the central coast.

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    Atascadero is fortunate to have a sushi place of this caliber. Excellent quality, price and service.

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    5 years ago

    Best sushi in Atascadero and North County! Freshest tuna I have ever tasted and consistently delicious rolls and nigiri

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    5 years ago

    Great quality fish and very kind service! I don't post many reviews, but definitely felt like they needed recognition.

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