Since we were planning to do some errands in Leesburg, we decided to go to Noku for dinner. We were here on a Saturday at 4 p.m. At that hour, there weren't many customers. However, they do a good takeout business, as we noticed several people come in to pick up their orders. Before coming here, we looked at their menu. Thus, we knew what we wanted when we got here. Service was great. The staff here is friendly and efficient. Our server checked on us more than once during our meal. To drink, my husband ordered a Kirin Light beer while I ordered a glass of plum wine. Some Japanese places fill the glass too high, but here, the portion size was reasonable. I ordered "the poke bowl". I chose salmon for my fish. This bowl consists of "Sushi-grade fish topped with vegetables, mixed with poke sauce over a choice of mixed greens or rice". I chose the rice. Before coming here, I looked up "poke sauce." I found a website called "pokebowlny.com." This is the description they gave: "traditional poke sauce blends soy sauce, sesame oil, and often rice vinegar, along with aromatics like garlic and ginger. This classic combination makes the fish taste fresher, the vegetables more vibrant, and the rice more flavorful." The vegetables in the bowl were kernel corn, seaweed salad, and cucumbers. I really enjoyed having this meal! All the flavors worked well together. I look forward to having it again. Along with the poke bowl, a bowl of miso soup is included. That, too, was quite good, and it came to the table quite warm. My husband ordered "Tuna Don," which consists of "fresh tuna sashimi over rice & vegetables. His entrée came with both miso soup and a small side salad. The bowl had a big slice of radish, some seaweed salad, and the usual shredded daikon. The wasabi was really spicy - he could feel it in his nose and sinus cavity - it'll take your head off. The generous portion of tuna was large with thicker slices than he'd ever seen before. read more

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Great food wonderful service! Cute atmosphere The staff was courteous and service was quick! Great food wonderful service! Cute atmosphere The staff was courteous and service was quick! read more

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Crunchy Negi Yellowtail Roll: Crispy green onion on top with a lot of rice but decent pieces of fish. Probably my favorite since I love yellowtail and crunchy greens in a special roll. It reminds me of the YTS roll at Ariake. Samurai: Looks like a lot of salmon but it's just on the top. Still with the sauce, it is a good special roll. Kenny Roll: So fatty from the avocado but the middle has more of the fish and as you get to the sides, it becomes more and more scarce. It also came with a nice warm miso soup and a salad. Pretty good specialty rolls overall, especially if you are hungry, but I would recommend them if you're hungry. The fish is alright but wasn't anything necessarily special. read more

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DISAPPOINTED! Ordered to go, I got a simple order of chicken tempura roll. I have no clue what was going but the rice was over cooked/ soggy and the chicken had tons of fat and squishy parts surrounding it. It was super gross.... Considering I only got 5 rolls for $12.05 I expect higher quality products. I ate the first roll and gave my husband one. The first one tasted off and the rolls were falling apart but I initially thought nothing of it until each one continued having the same problem. That's when I took the roll apart to see what was up with it. The service was okay when I placed my order. No one in there looks like they want to be there, which typically translates to food preparation. The inside is nice though and it was clean. read more

I visited Noku for a Saturday night dinner after not having been back for a couple of years, and boy oh boy they're still so good! Everything we ordered tasted amazing, fresh, and came out super quickly! The chef took the time to make sure the dish look very presentable and make salmon melt in mouth. Lastly, their service has always been wonderful from always welcoming you in to attentively checking on your table during the meal. I'd highly recommend this cute little sushi spot if you're in Leesburg area! read more

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Grabbed dinner with my friend before a movie last night. We made it in just before 6, which couldn't have been more perfect. We were seated immediately and started ordering our dinner, while people flooded into the restaurant. My friend and I both ordered the chicken and steak hibachi which was delicious. Plus portions are decent, we both had to grab a to go box. Our hibachi meals came with a miso soup and side salad. We also had edamame as a starter. Service was quick but not overly friendly. Will return in the future. read more

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Passing through Leesburg area to get home to Frederick and decided to grab a bite to eat at this spot. We loved everything that we ordered, the food was fresh, the service was super friendly and made some good recommendations! We're gonna add this restaurant to one of our favorites and be back soon! read more

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Stumbled into this yummy place based on other yelp reviews! It's the perfect weeknight quick sushi spot. There was a short wait because they were busy but busy is always a good sign. Chicken hibachi was a hit. We enjoyed a wide variety of sushi rolls and our faves were on the chefs specials menu so do not forget to check that! Quick service. Will now be in the sushi rotation for us. read more

Noku - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

The service and the food was great but when I went to the bathroom and try to flush the toliet it won't flush for some reason

Great service and a decent bit of food, still on the higher end but not bad for sushi in terms of price. Tasted fantastic and loved the feel of the place! read more

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Very nice Place! Always nice service and good food! The sushi is fresh and the place is cozy!

The staff is friendly and the service is great and most of all, the food is very good. This is my local go-to for sushi and ramen read more

Noku - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

So, I live in the Village (a year and some change) and just tried Noku out for the first time. I had the Dragon with spicy tuna. It was pretty decent. The soup that came with it was ok ... slightly bland. The dumplings were again ok... got it fried, (it dried it out) should have gotten it steamed. I still enjoyed them. The Ramen (my first choice) looked really delicious... will be back to try that. The server said if I want it spicy just let him know... which I will next time. The service was good and it is good sushi. Folks who love sushi will enjoy Noku better that Wegmans. read more

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Large menu. Casual vibe. Server was very friendly. Seaweed salad was delicious. Chef's special rolls were very good. Quick service. Will return if I'm in the area again. read more

Wow! Loved this place! Located in the perfect location if you're looking to do shopping and grab a bite. This small sushi spot features quaint seating great for families or date night. Wide variety of options on the menu. I'm a sushi lover so of course that was happening! I customized our ordered of 3 rolls which came out quick and the presentation was beautiful. Prior to our food coming out were served side salads and soup which were included in the meal. The sushi was delicious. Best sushi I've had in the area. Everything taste fresh and so flavorful. We ate every bite! The restaurant was clean and staff was very friendly and accommodating. I highly recommend this place. It's an hour drive for me but we are definitely making the hike back there to eat here again! read more

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Six star review if the option was available! The sushi was very well proportioned and fresh, and service was excellent. Additionally, the house made sesame salad dressing is delicious and makes a great alternative option for dipping your sushi rolls. read more

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A great place for sushi! It's honestly hard to find great sushi spots that taste good with great service and Noku fits the bill. I will definitely be stopping by for more. read more

Noku - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Food was delicious and good quality. And server very nice too my favorite restaurant is noku read more

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I literally don't understand how less than a week later from my first review (this was on a WEEKDAY) that the service and food did a SHARP decline. I was raving about this place to my hubby after going with my friend so we ended up going. I got the bulgogi and green tea, he got the katsu, and we got the chicken karaage to share as an appetizer. Green tea was extremely hot and I couldn't drink it for more than half the time I was there. And it was burnt tasting. I tried to get water and my server had disappeared. We also didn't get the complimentary soup or salad. Chicken karaage didn't have enough sauce and the breading kept falling off. Cheap cut of chicken. Bulgogi had NO seasoning. It was just tasting like...meat. Nothing else. Rice was extremely dry (and I know how to make Asian rice). Katsu was VERY DRY and the breading fell off. Fried rice it came with was good enough but the veggies were hard and undercooked. Overpriced...and our waiter just forgot about us multiple times. We had to flag them down for the check after waiting for over 20 minutes after our plates were cleared. I will have to wait a bit before coming again. I hope they fix these quality issues. They are not consistent. read more

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I was excited to try this place after shopping nearby and spent $60+ on lunch by myself, including uni sushi and a salmon teriyaki bento box. Within an hour of eating -- and having eaten nothing else that day -- I developed violent diarrhea and severe stomach pain that lasted for days. I contacted the restaurant multiple times trying to speak to a manager, and kept being told to "call back later." When I finally got through nearly a week later, I was told nothing could be done because I hadn't called sooner (I had), and that the chef claimed their uni is always fresh. I have photos of the sushi, which was visibly slimy -- something that I recently learned is NOT normal for fresh uni, according to food safety standards. The entire experience was disappointing and unsettling. I've reported the incident to the health department so they can investigate and ensure this doesn't happen to anyone else. read more

Noku - didn't know this before, but uni is not supposed to be slimy (creamy yes, but not like this) - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Went with my daughter 3x to this place. Every single time, they do not dissapoint! They move quite a bit, so the fish is very fresh. Consistent rolls are made. Service is great also! read more

Food: The Kenny roll is a particular favorite among the many mouthwatering sushi rolls on Noku Sushi's varied menu. The ramen and sushi are commended for their exceptional quality. Service: Noku Sushi's employees are renowned for their warmth and consideration. Paolo and other servers have received praise for their outstanding service, which guarantees a satisfying meal. Ambiance: Even when packed, the restaurant has a warm, inviting ambiance with excellent acoustics. A well-chosen background track improves the entire dining experience. All things considered, sushi lovers will love Leesburg's Noku Sushi. Even though the restaurant is small and may seem crowded at busy times, it is still worth going because of the excellent food and service. read more

The employees are delightful and fulfill your every wish. I asked for a surprise dish not on the menu and was so delighted! read more

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They have the best UNI and many good quality daily specials. I rate their SUSHI the best in Loudoun County, VA.

3.5 stars TL;DR: decent sushi and wonderful service Came here on a Saturday afternoon, a little after lunch time, and the place was pretty busy. We were promptly greeted and seated. There were several servers who attended to us throughout our meal, so our drinks were always full, and table always clean. FOOD: ~Miso Soup (4/5) ~Salad (4/5): Sesame dressing ~Soft Shell Crab (5/5): Fried perfectly, light and crispy tempura, could really taste the crab ~Sashimi platter (3/5): Came with a decent amount. The fish quality/flavor was mediocre ~Sushi B platter (3/5): good assortment of fish. The spicy tuna roll (1/5) that came with it felt like it had been made the night before. Very stale ~Kenny Roll (4/5): good combination of flavors Overall, a decent sushi spot for Leesburg! read more

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This place is consistently excellent. The sushi just melts in your mouth and the service is excellent. This continues to be a real sushi treat for me when I'm in Virginia. Tip: It can get busy on the weekend. They have a waitlist. You have to signup in person and they'll call/text you when your table is ready. They also offer outdoor seating. If you're waiting for a table, there are plenty of shops to browse while you wait. read more

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Great food. I have been here many times and tried many different sushi rolls. All of them were excellent. Service has always been very good. read more

We sampled a little bit of everything - Poke bowl, sushi, udon, and the rice dishes -everything was delicious and my kids even asked for seconds of the noodles. Outdoor seating was perfect for a nice evening out and a walk around the shopping area after. read more

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We came here to get sushi and very pleased with the outcome. 1. Reservation: won't hurt. We didn't have any but was able to seat. But very soon the whole restaurant got full with every table used, so you never know. 2. Service: 5 stars It was so pleasant and they tried their very best to accommodate us and answered our questions/requests. 3. Sushi/rolls: We got the BOAT. You will need at least 10 or more rolls to get a boat, so you need at least 3+ people in your group as it is quite a lot of food. Rolls were good, but not great. I think they are solid 4 stars. You get Free miso soup AND very delicious salad with your order for everyone in your group. Hot green tea available if you wanted. 4. Ambience: simple, very well lit, wooden decor. Comfortable place to eat for date, family gathering or quick bite. 5. Stroll after dinner will be great in this area as they are beautifully decorated the street and very safe area to be in. read more

Noku - Noku sushi boat - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Been going to Noku for years now for sushi, but I recently tried their ramen and was pleasantly surprised! Noku is a typical small sushi place, nice feel inside. It's owned and operated by the same folks who own Gogi92 right down the street. The usual Japanese decor and a small counter at the sushi bar. My wife had the Korean churashi bowl and a seaweed salad, I had the tonkatsu ramen and a shrimp tempura roll. The food is always great! The noodles were nice and firm, and the broth was savory and delicious. The roll was similarly excellent! My wife loved her chirashi bowl too. Service here is usually pretty good but I suspect they're experiencing the same sort of staffing issues other restaurants are having these days, there were only 2 servers on last time we went and I got my food about 15 minutes before my wife got hers. The table behind us had a guest leave without eating, his entire table ate and his food never arrived. That being said, this was an outlier experience for us as far as service goes. It's usually great! read more

Noku - Shrimp Tempura Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

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After looking for something to eat and seeing good reviews, I decided this was the place to go. Food - Great! The boat of sushi is a special, so they do not have it most of the time, but check if they have it as it looks great. The sushi is good. The miso soup and the salad are good too. Service - Good Parking lot - There is a lane of parking, and a short walk might be necessary if you parked at the mall nearby. Overall, this place is great. read more

Noku - Noku: miso soup - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Service was friendly and very nice. The food was not. My wife had Hibachi chicken,and I had tempura seafood. We both got very upset stomach, and were sick, the rest of the night.. read more

My first time trying some fresh and quality sushi! You can tell this place was popular based on the amount of people there! They have both indoor and outdoor seating, as well as a few spots at the sushi bar! My bf and I were able to snag some spots at the sushi bar, literally had our own little corner haha, and it was really fun watching the sushi chefs ~ reminded me of the movie East Side Sushi! For the appetizers, we ordered the soft shell crab since I've never had it before and I fell in love! For the sushi we got the Shrimp Tempura and Spicy California rolls from the A La Carte menu, and the Sushi A platter, which consists of the chef's choice sushi and a California roll. Would definitely come back again! Heard their ramen is pretty good too! read more

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Return visit- I think it's my 4th time here to enjoy sushi! Food (5/5): The food here is always great. For starters, we got the $10 Shrimp and Veggie Tempura and its as really great. Crispy fried deliciousness. My favorite roll here is a special - Tex Mex Crunch roll - I have never had anything like it! The jalapeño in this shrimp tempura special roll is just fantastic. My friend got the bulgogi with rice special and it was tasted fine. Atmosphere/COVID-19 cleanliness(4/5): I rescued a star mostly since this place was bit too crowded during COVID for my liking. In the past, we have been able to eat outside, but it was a bit too cold this evening. Service (5/5): The server was attentive and the service was great, even though it was really crowded here. read more

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Easter Sunday shopping in Leesburg and we are done by 5pm so looking for a meal in the Wegman's shopping center since we need to pick up groceries for the week. Spot Noku Sushi & Ramen with 4.5 stars on the trusty Yelp app plus they have outdoor seating without anybody currently outside (bonus). Typical Japanese menu with sushi, sashimi, rolls, ramen, hibachi, etc. The wife is fixing for sushi we go with the Love Boat for 2. The kids order the Tonkatsu Ramen and the Salmon hibachi. The Love Boat is quite a bit of sushi for $60 so not a bad deal. Sushi tastes fresh with good assortment of tuna, white tuna, sea bass, yellowtail, clam, octopus, shrimp, salmon, etc. the Salmon hibachi is nicely grilled with nice charred skin which is always a bonus. My other son says the Tonkotsu is good...not the best he's had but good. Everybody received miso soup and a house salad with a sesame soy type dressing. Felt good to eat out again and enjoy the nice weather from the patio. Good meal and would return again. read more

Noku - Love Boat for two! Fresh & tasty... - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

This post introduces a meal that I had been craving for a YEAR since this pandemic hit...a good, flavorful, bowl of ramen. & that's exactly what this was. Bf & I had a great date night at the iFly nearby & decided to grab some ramen for our anniversary. The broth was chicken curry & delicious. It wasn't as spicy and that was a good plus for me. They were GENEROUS with the chicken so that was another positive, it was easy to cut up into small pieces (personal preference) & soft to eat. In my experience, most ramen places & their broth taste the same everywhere, but this one really stood out to my bf and I both. They were all covid safe, hand sanitizer at every table, gloves, masks, & social distancing. DEFFINETLY would go again. Sadly it's SOOO far from where we live so...it'll be a good pit stop whenever we are in the area! read more

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I came to Noku the other night on a date and was seated at a super cute booth by the window! The ambiance was great and the food and service were even better! As someone following a gluten free diet due to Celiac, I appreciated their gluten free menu and our server, Trisha's suggestions and willingness to make most menu items (separate from the GF menu) I inquired about gluten free with substitutions. Trisha was so wonderful and I appreciated her creativity, understanding, and attentiveness so much. I will definitely be returning and suggest anyone who loves sushi do the same, especially those with food allergies looking for an accommodating and safe place to eat! read more

I'm from Japan sorry this 醤油ラーメン(soy sauce base) Not worth to pay $15 and I don't recommend. I really disappointed. I never coming back. Maybe sushi is good not ramen. read more

Noku - Shoyu ramen - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

The reviews seemed to be the perfect sushi destination. But it was just ok. The sushi was nothing to brag about, and of the three the rainbow was the group favorite. They all sounded good, but their flavor profile was all the same. The rice was too dry, and nothing felt particularly fresh. The edamame portion was the teeniest portion of edamame I've ever had. My green tea came out lukewarm. I give two stars because our server was excellent! Super attentive, really quick, and so nice! The music sounded like I was watching to the Dolphin Show at Sea World. The presentation was great. But overall won't be coming back for $90 bill. read more

Noku - Kenny Roll, Samurai, Rainbow Roll - Sushi Bars Near Me - Leesburg, Virginia

Noku is a newer sushi, hibachi, and ramen place that opened in Leesburg's Village Market plaza. The hubs and I came here, and I was excited to try out their food. I am always on a hunt to find delicious bento boxes, especially if it contains teriyaki, but haven't had much luck in the area. For lunch, we ordered: the Salmon bento box, which came with miso soup, salad, gyoza, spring rolls, potato salad, 3 pieces of California rice, and your choice of white or brown rice (I opted for white), Tonkotsu Ramen (a pork-based bone marrow broth with chashu pork belly, fish cakes, vegetables, and a ajitsuke tamago, two pieces of chutoro nigiri, and Sushi Tots (a daily special; deep-fried sushi rice with a choice of spicy tuna or spicy salmon (we opted for the spicy tuna), with spicy mayo and unagi sauce). That bento box was one of the best I've had in some time! I have a favorite Japanese place that is known for their bentos back in Chicago where I grew up; I wasn't necessarily looking for a replacement, but most of the places that I've been that offered bento boxes/teriyaki never tasted good. However, this place was SO GOOD! The salmon was perfectly cooked - it was fresh, flaky, and the teriyaki sauce wasn't overly sweet but a perfect complement! The maki rolls were fresh with large pieces of filling, especially the avocado! I didn't really care for the fried dumplings and the spring rolls, but the hubs ate them without complaints. The fresh steamed veggies were plentiful, even better dipped in the teriyaki sauce. The hubs enjoyed his tonkotsu ramen - he stated the noodles were perfectly cooked al dente, and the broth was soothing and flavorful. Simple and tasty. The Sushi Tots were more of a novelty item, and while they were fine, we would't order them again. The chutoro was fresh, and the rice was perfectly cooked. I'd love to check out the rest of their sushi menu, especially their house specialty rolls, try out their hibachi, and will definitely return for the bento boxes! The staff members were attentive, friendly, and welcoming! The place is clean and well-lit. Plenty of free parking in the plaza area. +bento boxes! +salmon teriyaki! +friendly service and staff +plenty of parking in the Village Market area read more