Elevated Hawaiian comfort food w/ a killer Riesling wine list. Must-try musubi & ribs in a vibey East Village spot.
This East Village gem offers a delightful take on Hawaiian-inspired comfort food in a cozy, lively atmosphere adorned with Polaroid photos. It's celebrated for its creative musubi platters, tender glazed pork ribs, and crispy mochiko fried chicken, all served with a smile and efficiency. Beyond the food, it boasts a surprisingly impressive German Riesling wine list, making it a unique and satisfying dining destination.
The restaurant offers elevated Hawaiian comfort food, with standout dishes including creative musubi platters, glazed pork ribs, and mochiko fried chicken. While most find the food delicious and unique, one diner found the truffle campanelle to be too rich.
"Customers frequently recommend the musubi (especially spam musubi) and the glazed pork ribs. The tuna poke and pineapple dessert were also highlighted as excellent during Restaurant Week."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the restaurant for its unique take on Hawaiian cuisine, delicious dishes like musubi and ribs, and its surprisingly strong wine list, though some find certain richer dishes too heavy.
Important Note
One diner found the truffle campanelle to be too rich.
"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."
Positive"This user recommends Noreetuh for its delicious food, great service, and accommodating nature towards gluten-free diets. They also note it has a great wine list."
Positive"The commenter is looking forward to trying Noreetuh's $45 dinner, having craved Hawaiian food recently and thanking another user for mentioning it."
Positive"The commenter mentioned looking forward to trying Noreetuh's $45 dinner, having been craving Hawaiian food and appreciating another user's recommendation."
Positive"The commenter had a great experience at Noreetuh during Restaurant Week, praising the fantastic service, spot-on poke and pineapple dessert from a Hawaiian perspective, and impressive wine pairing. The truffle campanelle was too rich for their liking."
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