Bright, lively izakaya w/ diverse Japanese small plates & yakitori. Solid for groups, casual vibe.
This Japanese izakaya offers a bright and lively atmosphere perfect for both lunch and dinner. While known for its yakitori and small plates, reviews suggest a diverse menu with some standout dishes and others that miss the mark. It's a solid choice for a group meal, providing a more casual experience compared to some other Japanese dining options.
The restaurant specializes in Japanese cuisine, with a strong emphasis on yakitori and small plates (izakaya style). While many users recommend the yakitori and mention it as a good lunch spot, one user specifically noted that dishes like brussel sprouts were not executed well, suggesting a creative approach that didn't land. The chawan mushi is also highlighted as a dish to try if available.
"Yakitori and small plates are frequently recommended. The chawan mushi is also specifically mentioned as a dish to try if available."
Customers generally find the restaurant to be a decent option, with many recommending it for its yakitori and small plates in a pleasant atmosphere. However, some reviews indicate that the execution of certain dishes doesn't always meet expectations, leading to mixed feelings about value and creativity.
Important Note
One reviewer found the execution of some dishes, like brussel sprouts, to be overly complex and not to their taste. Another felt the execution did not match the price point, leading to disappointment over two visits.
"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."
Negative"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."
Neutral"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."
Negative"Izakaya Nonono is mentioned as a place that can easily accommodate a group of 10 and is within budget, although described as an average izakaya."
Neutral"This restaurant is suggested as a more casual option for skewers, related to the same group that owns Her Name is Han and Mew. It is presented as an alternative to more upscale yakitori places."
Positive"nonono is listed among several restaurant recommendations."
Neutral"nonono was listed as a recommended izakaya in Manhattan."
Neutral"Nonono is on the author's shortened regular rotation for dining out."
Positive"Nonono is described as a nice restaurant with a large menu of delicious items, though not overly extravagant. The chawan mushi is specifically recommended if available."
Positive"nonono is listed as a general ramen recommendation."
Neutral"Nonono is highlighted as the best recommendation among the suggestions for an Izakaya/Tapas restaurant."
Positive"This user recommends NONONO as a suitable choice for the group dinner."
Positive"The commenter expresses a liking for Nonono as an Izakaya option in Manhattan."
Positive"NONONO is listed as one of several recommended Japanese Izakaya options."
Positive"NONONO is suggested as a decent option for an Izakaya/Tapas style restaurant."
Positive"Recommends NONONO, a Japanese restaurant, as a dining option."
Positive"Recommended Nonono."
Positive"Includes nonono in a list of general ramen recommendations."
Positive"Recommended for yakitori and small plates in a brightly lit environment."
Positive"Some of my favorite places for lunch are Nonono"
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