Creative, all-gluten-free temaki with standout vegan options and unique flavors like coconut shrimp.
Nami Nori offers an affordable yet high-quality Japanese dining experience with signature temaki hand rolls, including unique flavors like scallop and coconut shrimp.
Nami Nori offers a unique and accessible Japanese dining experience, celebrated for its innovative temaki (hand rolls). From the expertly crafted fish options like scallop and coconut shrimp to surprisingly delightful vegan choices, the hand rolls are a must-try. The minimalist, modern setting complements the fresh, flavorful dishes, making it a go-to spot for those seeking quality Japanese cuisine.
Nami Nori specializes in temaki (hand rolls) with a strong emphasis on fresh, high-quality ingredients. They are particularly noted for their creative vegan options, with the vegetarian hand roll set receiving high praise, even from non-vegans. The coconut shrimp hand roll is also a standout. While most feedback is positive, a few reviewers felt the experience was slightly overrated or expensive for what was offered, though the food itself was consistently described as tasty and fresh.
"Highly recommended dishes include the temaki hand rolls, with particular praise for the vegetarian hand roll set and the coconut shrimp hand roll. The signature set is also a popular choice."
Customers generally have a positive experience, with many praising the quality and unique flavors of the temaki, particularly the vegetarian and coconut shrimp options. Some find it a bit pricey for the portion size, but overall satisfaction is high.
Important Note
Some customers found the restaurant to be slightly overrated and expensive for the portion sizes. Crispy rice is no longer offered.
"Nami Nori was mentioned as being in the west village and entirely gluten-free."
Positive"Nami Nori was recommended for Japanese hand rolls."
Neutral"The vegan rolls at Naminori are described as really good."
Positive"Naminori has vegan temaki which are highly recommended, even for those not strictly vegan. The user enjoys them and mentions ordering a mix of vegan and their coconut shrimp rolls."
Positive"The user plans to have hand rolls at Nami Nori."
Neutral"This user expressed disappointment, confirming that Nami Nori no longer offers crispy rice, implying it was a past offering they were fond of."
Neutral"The user expressed strong affection for Nami Nori, highlighting that its entire menu is gluten-free. However, they noted that the restaurant does not offer crispy rice, which was a specific item requested in the original post."
Positive"Nami Nori was suggested as a takeout sushi option to fulfill a request for gluten-free crispy rice. This initial mention is a positive recommendation."
Positive"Nami Nori is suggested as a gluten-free option based on their website's claims, but the commenter advises calling to double-check for confirmation."
Neutral"Nami Nori was included in a list of restaurants recommended for their ability to accommodate allergies, in response to a request for peanut-free dining spots in NYC."
Positive"Nami Nori was recommended as a good neighborhood sushi spot with multiple locations, similar in quality and vibe to IWAK."
Positive"The user agrees with the sentiment that they don't love Nami Nori, aligning with the original poster's less enthusiastic review."
Negative"The original poster confirmed they liked the coconut shrimp hand roll and that everything tasted good, but found it expensive for an experience that didn't 'blow them away,' though they would still consider returning."
Neutral"Nami Nori is the user's favorite place, with a particular love for their coconut shrimp hand roll."
Positive"The hand rolls were tasty and fresh, but the author found the place overrated and expensive for what it was."
Negative"Nami Nori was recommended by Ok-Cauliflower5230 as a dinner option for a solo diner in the West Village/Soho area. The original poster sought a place serving Japanese temaki/sushi with a nice ambiance under $100pp."
Positive"Lists Nami Nori as a potential dining suggestion in response to the request for healthy eats."
Neutral"The commenter identifies several restaurants from the OP's list that they like, including Nami Nori, while deeming many others average or overpriced."
Positive"The commenter suggests skipping several restaurants including Nami Nori, characterizing them as more popular on Instagram than for their actual quality."
Negative"Nami Nori is a dedicated gluten free handroll bar."
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