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Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar, New York, NY

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

4.8
4.8
368 Reviews
$31 to $50
Sushi

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
  • Lively
  • Romantic
  • Charming
A Sophisticated Interpretation Of Traditional Japanese Cuisine

A distinctive, well-preserved and comfortable space, high-quality products, authentic cuisine, food and drinks are done flawlessly.

We continue to be one of the top Japanese restaurants in America, attracting countless food lovers from all over the world. Our one-of-a-kind menu includes authentic tapas-style Japanese dishes and homemade desserts.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (646) 678-5020
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighbourhood
    Lower East Side
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wine

What 368 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • New York City

    Innovative

  • Manhattan

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar delights with its "buttery smooth Bluefin Otoro," "crispy nori," and "fresh, high-quality ingredients." The "Spicy Tuna" and "Toro Toast" are standout favorites, while the "inviting atmosphere" and "friendly staff" enhance the dining experience. A perfect spot for sushi enthusiasts seeking "simple yet elevated" handrolls.

368 Reviews
  1. Grace

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been here three times this week. At this point, I feel like Wabi Nori and I are in a committed relationship.

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  2. Jackson

    Cologne

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I don’t know how they do it, but every bite tastes like it came straight from the ocean. No fishy aftertaste, no weird textures—just clean, buttery, fresh perfection.

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  3. Benjamin Michael

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    There’s something about sitting at the sushi bar, watching the chefs roll each handroll with precision, and taking that first bite of perfectly crisp nori. Wabi Nori isn’t just food—it’s therapy.

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  4. James Oliver

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Walked past Wabi Nori, wasn’t even thinking about sushi. Then the smell hit me. Five minutes later, I was sitting at the bar, eating a 6 Handroll Set like my life depended on it.

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  5. Chloe Anne

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m not usually an emotional eater, but something about the Bluefin Otoro Handroll made me feel things. The richness, the perfect balance of flavors, the crispiness of the nori—this isn’t just sushi, it’s a masterpiece.

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  6. Juliette

    Unspecified

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bad day? One Toro Toast, and suddenly, life doesn’t seem so bad. Got a promotion? Celebrate with a 5 Handroll Set. No reason at all? Doesn’t matter. Wabi Nori always makes sense.

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  7. Olivia

    Unspecified

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I took a bite of the Spicy Tuna Handroll, and for a second, I forgot where I was, what I was doing, and maybe even my own name. It was that good. The crispy nori, the perfectly seasoned rice, the unbelievably fresh tuna—this wasn’t just food, this was a moment

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  8. Aurora Penelope

    Unspecified

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You don’t just eat at Wabi Nori. You sit, you watch the chefs roll your sushi fresh in front of you, you hear the nori crunch, and you feel the flavors hit all at once. It’s a full sensory event.

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  9. Maxwell

    Unspecified

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I bit into my Lobster Handroll, and suddenly, I wasn’t in NYC anymore. I was floating somewhere, weightless, just vibing with the universe. That’s how good this place is.

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  10. Harper

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve eaten sushi before. I thought I knew what good sushi tasted like. Then I took one bite of the Bluefin Otoro Handroll, and suddenly, my entire life felt like a lie. What have I been eating all these years? Because it definitely wasn’t this.

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Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 368 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

115 Essex St, New York, NY 10002

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Lower East Side
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Wed, Fri 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Sushi, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wine
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