Modern Hawaiian cuisine with an underrated wine list. Fun, casual, and full of personality.
This East Village gem offers a unique take on Hawaiian cuisine, blending familiar flavors with a sophisticated, modern twist. It's a place that surprises with its vibrant atmosphere, friendly service, and an unexpectedly exceptional wine list, especially its German Riesling selection. From creative musubi to satisfying fried chicken, it provides a memorable dining experience that feels both elevated and welcoming.
The restaurant offers modern Hawaiian cuisine, with specific mentions of highly recommended musubi (including spam musubi) and poke. Some found dishes like truffle campanelle to be too rich, but the overall food quality is highly regarded, with its elevated take on Hawaiian classics being a major draw. It's also noted for having a strong wine list, particularly German Rieslings.
"The musubi, particularly the spam musubi, is frequently recommended. The tuna poke and a brulée pineapple dessert were also highlighted positively during Restaurant Week."
Customers generally have a positive sentiment towards the restaurant, praising its unique Hawaiian-inspired dishes and excellent wine list. While some found certain dishes too rich, the overall experience is consistently described as satisfying and enjoyable.
Important Note
One commenter found the restaurant to be pretentious and disliked the way the musubi was cut, feeling it wasn't authentic Hawaiian. Another user was 'just wasn't blown away' and felt their expectations might have been too high.
"A user mentioned Noreetuh as a restaurant where their friend felt well taken care of during a meal."
Positive"This commenter mentioned that Jin, who is associated with Pave, also owns Noreetuh, which is one of their favorite restaurants in the city."
Positive"This restaurant is located on the east side, but further downtown than midtown."
Neutral"Recommends Noreetuh in the East Village as a good option for Hawaiian food."
Positive"Noreetuh is described as a cozier and darker option."
Positive"This user feels Noreetuh deserves a Michelin star despite having a Bib Gourmand. They highlighted its unique elevated Hawaiian cuisine, the chef's background from Per Se and Lincoln, and an excellent wine selection curated by another Per Se alum."
Positive"User suggested Noreetuh in the East Village as a good option."
Neutral"This user expressed admiration for Haenyeo (presumably related to Noreetuh or a similar restaurant) but noted that a meal there would exceed the budget for a Bib Gourmand."
Neutral"This user speculated that Noreetuh might have lost and regained its Bib Gourmand status."
Neutral"This user stated that Noreetuh was a Bib Gourmand recipient in the past."
Neutral"This user recommended Noreetuh."
Positive"Following up on a prior dining experience at Noreetuh, the user clarified that they were 'just wasn blown away,' suggesting that their expectations might have been too high."
Neutral"Responding to a previous comment, the commenter acknowledged that while Noreetuh has never disappointed them, they understand when expectations might lead to a less enthusiastic reception."
Neutral"In response to a recommendation for Noreetuh, the user indicated that they had dined there before and were somewhat disappointed, though they acknowledged it could still be a good option for them."
Negative"Noreetuh is consistently a satisfying dining experience, with pricing that can fit within a $50-60 per person budget or exceed it depending on ordering. The commenter loves the restaurant and finds the staff wonderful."
Positive"The user lists Noreetuh among their favorite steakhouses in the city."
Positive"This user recommended Noreetuh, describing it as familiar, approachable, and elevated with delicious food."
Positive"Considers Noreetuh to have better steaks than Keens and praises its wine list."
Positive"This is listed as a recommendation."
Neutral"This restaurant is listed as a repeat spot."
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