TLDR
Affordable Japanese izakaya w/ diverse menu. Yakitori, ramen, sushi hand rolls & more. Solid mid-range option.
Reddit Sentiment for YAKITORI NO NO NO(based on 28 Reddit opinions)
Details
Nonono is a Japanese restaurant in Manhattan's Nomad area, known for its wide variety of delicious food at affordable prices [1]. It's described as a solid, mid-range option for Japanese cuisine, offering a more casual alternative to upscale yakitori places and a good spot for lunch or dinner with various small plates, DIY sushi hand rolls, and maki [2], [3]. The restaurant is also noted for its skewers and ramen [4].
Food Overview
Nonono offers a broad Japanese menu with highlights like chawan mushi and yaki corn being recommended [1]. It's known for its yakitori (skewers) and ramen, as well as small plates, DIY sushi hand rolls, and maki [2], [3]. However, there are mixed reviews on execution, with one diner noting an unusual preparation for brussel sprouts [1], [4]. The 'cod cream udon' has also been singled out as a top dish by one reviewer [5].
Highlights / Recommended
"The chawan mushi and yaki corn are highlighted as dishes worth trying. The 'cod cream udon' has also been praised as the best of its kind by one reviewer. Yakitori, ramen, and DIY sushi hand rolls are also noted as good options."
Customer Sentiment
Customers generally view Nonono as a good, affordable mid-range Japanese restaurant. While some highlight its delicious variety and recommend dishes like chawan mushi and yaki corn, others found the execution didn't always match expectations, citing specific dishes like brussel sprouts as a miss [1], [2].
Caveats
One diner found the execution of dishes like brussel sprouts to be unusual and not up to par with expectations for a simple yakitori spot [1]. Another felt the overall execution didn't match the price point across two visits [2].
Reddit Opinions & Reviews
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Recent Reddit Mentions
From post: What Are Your Favorite Midrange Price Japanese
"nonono was recommended as a good mid-range Japanese restaurant."
PositiveFrom post: Looking For Dinner Restaurant For 9 People No
"Responding to a question about group size, this commenter stated they recently dined at Yakitori Nonono with a group of 8, and it was fine."
NeutralFrom post: Looking For Dinner Restaurant For 9 People No
"This commenter questioned if Yakitori Nonono is too small for a large group."
NeutralFrom post: Tell Me Your Favorite Reliablecomfylocal Eats
"Nonono in the Nomad/Flatiron area is listed as a restaurant where walk-ins are often successful."
PositiveFrom post: Looking For Dinner Restaurant For 9 People No
"This commenter listed Yakitori Nonono in NoMad as a suggestion."
NeutralFrom post: Carbonara Udon
"This user believes nonono has the best 'cod cream udon' among several 'cream udon' dishes they've tried in the city."
PositiveFrom post: Authentic Japanese With 6yo
"A positive experience is reported with a 4-year-old enjoying Nonono."
PositiveFrom post: Towa X Ramen Noodle Lab Q
"The author mentioned that Chef Hiroshi Hiraoka is now serving bowls at Nonono after the Towa collaboration event."
NeutralFrom post: Authentic Japanese With 6yo
"Nonono is suggested as a brighter lit izakaya option."
PositiveFrom post: Authentic Japanese With 6yo
"Nonono is listed as a recommendation, categorized as an Izakaya."
PositiveFrom post: Authentic Japanese With 6yo
"Nonono is recommended for yakitori."
PositiveFrom post: Japanese Restaurant For Picky Eater
"The user found the pricing for a salmon lunch at NONONO to be acceptable and believes their child could find enough to eat there."
PositiveFrom post: Japanese Restaurant For Picky Eater
"NONONO is suggested as a potential option, with lunch featuring set meals including salmon and rice, and dinner offering small plates, DIY sushi hand rolls, and maki. The user notes the price is reasonable."
PositiveFrom post: Japanese Restaurant For Picky Eater
"NONONO near Ktown is highly recommended for its decent yakitori (skewers), ramen, and variety of appetizers, DIY sushi hand rolls, and maki for adults."
PositiveFrom post: Cool Restauraunts In Midtown Eastkips Bay That
"NONONO is mentioned as a restaurant option."
NeutralFrom post: Japanese Restaurant Ichibantai Vs Ootoya
"Nonono was recommended as an authentic, not high-end option for Japanese food."
PositiveFrom post: Best Bite You Had In 2025
"Yaki corn at Nonono was mentioned as an honorable mention."
PositiveFrom post: Simple And Casual Izakaya Yakitori Spot
"This user found Nonono to be a disappointment on two visits, stating the execution didn't match the price and felt it was less pretentious than other izakayas."
NegativeFrom post: Simple And Casual Izakaya Yakitori Spot
"This user mentioned Nonono is an offspring of fancy K-town restaurants and is more suited for a casual business lunch, not necessarily fulfilling the desire for simple, homestyle yakitori."
NeutralFrom post: Simple And Casual Izakaya Yakitori Spot
"The original poster found Nonono to be solid but still trying too hard, noting that dishes like brussel sprouts had a strange paste instead of being simply grilled."
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