Excellent service and food. Seaweed is crisp and fragrant. Rice temperature is just right. Negitoro, hamachi, snow crab, scallop, lobster in 5-roll combo are fresh and taste great. Added on unagi roll also great! No bones in unagi. Ginger is young and tasty. Wasabi is very good too. House sake is very good! Really enjoyed the visit! read more

Hello Nori offers a fantastic sushi experience that stands out in Vancouver. The shop lives up to its promotion, delivering crispy, warm rice rolled to order. It's a five-star spot with a great environment, excellent service, and delicious food. However, there are a few caveats. I ordered the 5-roll set, and the made-to-order process ensured each roll was fresh, warm, and crisp. The downside is the wait time; my meal took about half an hour, so if you're in a rush, this might not be the best option for a quick lunch. The staff are attentive and explain each dish, though today I was watching the Euro 2024 soccer game with my headphones on and missed their descriptions. It turns out that the sushi flavour are alike and I had a hard time to distinguish which sushi roll I am having. A notable moment during my visit was when they asked me to move to accommodate another party. They compensated me with a complimentary dish, which was a pleasant and unexpected gesture. Overall, Hello Nori is a must-try for sushi lovers, despite minor drawbacks. read more

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After long day of flying, we found this little hole in the wall close to our hotel. Really didn't expect much, but was pleasantly surprised. The sushi chef did not miss at all. Every single hand roll was the bomb dot com. Let me repeat that. Every. Single. Roll. Was. The. Bomb. Dot. Com. It was pretty try affordable as well. The star of the show however was the lobster truffle hand roll. Would definitely recommend. read more

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Delicious and fresh fish. Quick service. Interesting setup. Recommend for sushi lovers.

I actually enjoyed this place quite a bit - perfect place to go for lunch. None of the rolls are absolutely amazing or mind blowing, they are just good (made with good ingredients wrapped in simple nori). The aesthetics of this place is on point though! I would be back for their tasting menu again. read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Nice little hand roll shop on Robson. Nice warm crispy seaweed. Decent priced set combinations. Unagi roll very nice. Skip the lobster and shrimp ones. read more

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Such an amazing experience worth stopping by while you're out. I'm not a huge sushi/hand roll person but the quality here was enjoyable. Everything from decor to service, the drinks, and food was incredible, my favorite was by far the truffle lobster; I wished I ordered more but definitely will be one of the stops I will forever go back to when I'm in the area. What's amazing is the location as well, when you're done eating or waiting for a seat you can shop around the area. read more

Simple yet delicious. Crisp seaweed. Warm rice. Good tea. Very attentive service and chill ambiance. Great afternoon snack.

Came here for dinner as a solo traveler and it was a perfect place to get some authentic hand rolls. It's very busy in the evening, seating is first come so you have to just wait for a seat at the bar which luckily didn't take very long. The environment is very modern and organized, almost felt like eating in an art gallery and the Staff here are very attentive and knowledgeable about recommendations. I ordered the lobster truffle roll and octopus roll, both were melt in your mouth amazing. Overall I would gladly go back to try more options! read more

Hello Nori - Octopus roll - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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Dinner at Hello Nori near Brentwood Mall. We tried their tasting menu for $35 per person. The Aburi were good. The handrolls were served one at a time. Makes you enjoy the substantial filling in the warm rice and crispy nori slowly. Desserts: ice cream mochi. Mochi skin is thin around the icecream You get to watch your handroll made in front of you. read more

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Love the open dining room concept and feel. The chef makes each fresh hand roll and gives you each one when they see you have finished the last. I liked how crispy the nori was, the rice was warm and seasoned perfectly. The amount of filling was just right. I opted for the 4 hand roll set: toro, king salmon, spicy shrimp and crab. The toro was pretty bland (I eat a lot of toro), the salmon wasn't terrible (they add sesame seeds), the spicy shrimp was seasoned pretty well (you could still taste the shrimp) as was the crab. We also got the pressed salmon special and it was meh, greasy and just not worth it, there wasn't much salmon on it. Overall, good experience for me. I heard there can be a long wait but we were seated pretty quickly (around 4pm). read more

This place's strength is in its location (right on Robson, bustling atmosphere) and decor (super hip/cool/modern). Staff was also super friendly and welcoming. However, I didn't feel the price was worth the experience. The hand rolls were pretty mediocre; just some chopped up sashimi doused in sauce so you can't even tell what the quality of the fish is. (And I'm not usually picky about my sushi unless it's this expensive) They also come as a log rather than the tradition cone, making it pretty difficult to eat because the filling falls out the other end. The rolls themselves are exceedingly simple (which I guess some may like), however I found them to be similar to something I could make at home...literally just chop up some Hmart sashimi and roll it with rice and seaweed for a fraction of the price. At the price tag of $7-9 per small roll, I definitely expected more of a wow factor. Of the rolls we tried, the favorite was probably the truffle lobster as it was unique and you could definitely taste the truffle. Overall would not revisit nor recommend unless you're just looking to go to an aesthetic bougey place for food and don't care that much about dropping a pretty penny on underwhelming hand rolls. read more

Hello Nori - One roll...for $7-8. Not worth lol - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

This was a really unique and exciting dining experience. The dining experience was not typical, all guests sit in a big table that surrounded the prep area. The service was excellent and within minutes I could see the food I had ordered being prepared. I should have read the reviews a bit more carefully before going as I was a bit surprised about the dining style, but the surprise was kind of fun. The food was fresh, but be warned the portions are light. One other interesting note is that there was no tip option, I believe gratuity is included in the price. Definitely a unique and fun Vancouver experience. read more

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Grabbed takeout from this place because we were nearby and needed to get some food. No idea why this place was rated so highly and really should have taken a look at the pics first with better context. While there seemed to be enough fish in the middle, these rolls are tiny and plain, and I was still hungry after I finished. Fish quality was good, value was poor. Wasabi was fresh and super tasty though. Got the 4 roll combo (Toro, King Salmon, Crab, Spicy Bluefin Tuna), Unagi roll, and Scallop roll for about $42 total. Decor was pretty from the inside, and I'm sure the experience is why the pricing is where it is, but none of that translates when eating outside the venue. read more

Hello Nori - Salmon roll, spicy tuna roll, crab roll, toro roll, unagi roll, and half of the scallop roll in the corner (~$42). - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Was walking down the street looking for something light to eat when I spotted the Hello Nori Hand-roll Bar. Lively bar with an array of hipsters, couples, and tourists. All rolls, wild salmon, unagi, tuna and toro were great. Service was fast with the hand roll makers at opposite sides and behind the "U" shaped counter where customers are seated. Price point per roll is on par with other hand roll bars. This place rocked and I will be back the next time I'm in town. read more

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Really fresh sushi hand rolls. Bar seating only. Located in a terrific area of Vancouver. Perfect for a quick and light lunch that won't spoil your dinner. Definitely recommend. read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Date night with my GF. She selected this spot due to their high quality ingredients. She has insight into where they source their ingredients. Hello Nori was true to that claim for fresh and quality. The vibe was inviting, upbeat, & trendy. The place draws a young crowd. Lots of business flowing through. Staff friendly and knowledgeable. We were seated at the bar in view of the chef's working their hand rolling magic. Each dining party at the bar is partitioned off from the next guest with a clear plexiglass barrier screen. Bathroom was clean. If you've read my previous reviews you know I love sushi. However, I have a low grade allergy to something in sushi. I still have not detected what it is. It doesn't deter me from enjoying sushi, I'm just aware that I will have a reaction This meal at Hello Nori was the FIRST time I had not experienced an allergic reaction. I was surprised. Quality truly does make a difference. I will be returning. You should check it out! read more

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My friend and I came here for an early dinner. It's located in downtown Vancouver. We each got the 5 set menu and it did not disappoint! Service was okay nothing exceptional the day we came. read more

Eating this was a peak human experience. it was so delicious with such fast serving. And it was a great place to hang out and have dinner. we were served fast but we had enough time to enjoy it and talk. read more

We ordered take out online. The rolls and the salmon with jalapeño was soo delicious that we came back twice!

This is a joint worthy of note. I would say this is a place to be seen more than a place to get satiated. My guest ordered the 5 and I the 6. Seeing how small the portions were on the neighbouring tables, I decided to add the sashimi special which was at MP. Along with cold sake and beer for myself. As mentioned by other reviewers, the ingredients were fresh which slightly offset for the small portions. But then we can't forget this is located in the heart of Robson Street. We are indeed subsidizing the deluxe rent the restauranteurs must be fronting. Couple of things were puzzling. They didn't serve hot sake as an option nor do they have any conventional rolls. The waiter spoke excruciatingly fast but in heavily accented English which as a native Vancouverite I had no clue what was said. Various wait staff kept coming around asking the same questions over and over. The mandatory tips at 15/20 %? Takes away the customers' ability to reflect their appreciation or lack of for the service and meal. Thought that was a very touristy and tackless thing to do. Plating and general aesthetics are very austere. Reminds me more of Korean than Japanese aesthetics. Love it or hate it, it is entirely up to the individual. I found it okay. The plastic plexi dividers are the only gauche thing in the place. Anyways, despite these drawbacks, I had a good time with my dinner guest. General food presentation was personal and service was top notch. Definitely recommend it. Just make sure you eat ahead. read more

The first sushi hand roll bar I've been to in Vancouver and I must admit I quite liked it! With more casual vibes, this restaurant is suited for smaller parties where you get to sit at the bar and enjoy fresh hand rolls, made right in front of you! 5 Hand Roll (4/5) - $26 Taste: The 5 hand roll set comes with Toro, Yellow Tail, Hokkaido Scallop, Crab, and Truffle Lobster. My favourites were the fish based rolls (toro and yellowtail) for its freshness and melt in your mouth texture. My least favourite was the crab, which had a bit of a muddy water taste. You can also individually order more of the ones you like as well! With that being said, everything tastes fresh, from the crunch of the seaweed to the warm softness coming from the sushi rice. Portion Size: This will leave you pleasantly full, but not bursting at the seams! Good for one person with an average-sized appetite. [Value for Money] Factored into the price is a bit of a premium for the novel concept. I'd say at this price point, you wouldn't want to visit here every day as it is a higher price point for a more casual meal, however, it is well worth a try! The sets are also a good deal, because you get to try a bit of everything at a cheaper price than individually ordering :) read more

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Not your regular sushi place. Had a wonderful experience dining in. The staff was super nice and put an extra effort in making sure we're taken care of. The ambiance and decor of the place is super nice. They've fresh hand rolls made with fresh ingredients that taste really good. Baby sushi burritos if you will. We got their truffle lobster, spicy shrimp, pickled vegetables, tamago, and avocado. They make it right in front of you! A little messy to eat, but really tasty. We enjoyed all the hand rolls but truffle lobster was more favorite. Tamago was really tasty as well, had a bit of a sweetness to it All in all a solid experience, would highly recommend checking them out. read more

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Was a really interesting experience. Got it on uber eats, there is sometimes BOGO deals which makes it really good deal. It is a bit on the expensive end but it is well worth it to be honest. The fish is very fresh. The items are made with high quality ingredients and even the rice is the perfect balance between individual rice grains and being chewy without being hard. The packaging makes it feel like a luxury experience as well. Perfect for a date night or ordering in. read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

We happened upon this place on the way to ebisu happy hour and the hostess inside convinced us to try out the place for dinner. For two, we ordered the 4 hand roll set in addition to a la carte truffle lobster and another toro. For two, the six rolls was a decent meal. What's really unique about this place is the nori (seaweed). Since the rolls are made right in front of you and go straight from chef to plate, the seaweed is remarkably crispy, and has an actual crackle when you bite into it. I would go here for the nori alone, but the fish options taste quite fresh. I'm under the impression that this is a relatively new offering on this street with plenty of options. I have no doubt hello nori will establish itself as a very unique and intimate dining experience! read more

Bar à sushis branché. Tout le monde est assis autour d'un bar en forme de U et le staff prépare les sushis à la demande et devant nous. Le décor est ultra moderne et vraiment beau, c'est d'ailleurs ce qui nous avait attiré à l'intérieur. Nous avons commandé plusieurs rouleaux, des sashimis aussi et nous avons goûté un saké également. Le tout était très bien accordé et l'expérience était vraiment sympa. read more

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Such a fun spot and treat ! The food is so fresh and hand made rolls made right in front of you - cool vibe - love all the wood which absorbs the sound so no clatter and you can hear conversations ! Loved it all ! read more

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I ordered from Hello nori on UberEats after seeing they had a deal BOGO spicy shrimp. Of course this wasnt enough as we added their scallop, truffle lobster and hamachi rolls as well as one of their sets that include toro, ora king salmon, crab and spicy tuna. We loved each one of these but the ones that stood out for me were the truffle lobster and scallop but each of these were lovely bites! We especially liked the flavour and texture of the rice as it was a little bit softer but not in a mushy way. There was more rice than I was used to on my rolls but this did not affect how much I loved our meal tonight. Packaging was exquisite and refined with a brown gift like box and prices are quite high for sushi rolls but we would love to revisit soon! I hear dine in is a completely different experience! read more

I mean I would say there are other places you can try. They surcharge for service and packed a lot of rice in each rolls. Fish was not fresh but knowing we went at the end of the night, it might slide. Not that the quality of the fish should change regarding the time we went but because they were priced on the more affordable side for us as we came from the States. I would not recommend you to go if you want to eat good sushi but if you want to try something new in town it could be an option. Service was nice, we went when the crowd died a bit so it was faster but could not imagine how different it would be if we were to go at peak time. read more

I'm a fan of sushi rolls and I'm always excited to see them elevated to the same level as Nigiri Sushi. I accidently saw this restaurant on Robson while making my way to another spot but the visual impact of the beautiful interior caught my eye enough to order dinner later that evening. We got their deluxe box as well as a couple additional rolls. I think we ended up with the crab, yellowtail, salmon, scallop, and spicy shrimp in all and they were all very good. I have my sushi spots that I swear by and drop in all the time. While I don't know that I will constantly be here, the meal was phenomenal. read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Truly worth the wait and the experience. When I seen this place on Yelp, I was like "oh it's just hand rolls." But it much more than that. The atmosphere, the employees, and the company you are surrounded by adds to the experience. Being able to enjoy the hand rolls one by one and watch the magic happen may not be exciting to all, but it gives you time to just be in the moment. Communicate with the ones you came here with. Take a time to relax after walking around Robson and Granville. We went with the set course as well as the happy hour menu so a total of 9 hand rolls, which was ALOT. But we were just visiting, so of course we had to try it out and get our full before we cross the border again. Each hand roll is made one by one and served individually and at random times too. The crunch of the seaweed to the freshness of the seafood all in all leaves you wanting for more. They finish off with their truffle lobster roll which I felt is the way to finish off your meal because it was sooo bold and full of flavor! It's like their way of saying "thank you, come again." Because I definitely will return. They do have individual rolls that too can purchase instead of partaking in the set. I enjoyed everything they offered in the set, so I decided to go with that. read more

A 10/10 picnic box! Loved every bite of their to-go sushi box. The sushi was super fresh and also beautifully packaged to make for a wonderful experience! read more

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My boyfriend and I ordered Hello Nori for a late dinner, and boy was I pleasantly delighted! I tried the mixed combo with sashimi and rolls as well as a 16 roll deluxe set. This place is definitely more of a treat night meal, even the packaging is fancy with nice chopsticks, a tray to mix the wasabi, and the food is super pretty to look at! Other than my omakase experiences, this was probably the first time I had real wasabi from a takeout chain! The fish was also super fresh and high quality. I liked the rolls in the deluxe set more (the lobster roll is so good!!) but the assortment of sashimi with rolls were fun to try. Tldr; high quality takeout sushi in delightful packaging. A worthwhile treat! read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Nothing but good things to say about this place. Its sleek and modern design can't go wrong, especially with younger generations! It's easy to spot the building due to its red and black design. It has uniquely crafted wood architecture when you peek beyond the windows. Servers were informed and helpful in describing best methods in eating handrolls and offering menu set options. Chefs/people who prepared the handrolls were meticulous and quick in craft. Due to the nature of the quick creations and customers scarfing down handroll one after another (as recommended to eat whilst hot), this restaurant could technically be considered fast food!! The handrolls themselves were quite impressive too. I got the smallest set with Toro, Salmon, Spicy Shrimp, and Crab. My favorites were the toro and spicy shrimp, absolutely delicious! Love the crispy seaweed complemented and paired well with the sticky rice. Their matcha tea seems of ceremonial grade and was well worth the price. Would love to come here again when I'm in Vancouver and highly recommend to others in the area. Recommendation: Come here with a smaller group. There are plexiglass dividers but are still close in proximity to other parties. Like aforementioned, customer turnover is quick- almost like fast food, so keep that in mind. read more

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Loved the experience and the food at Hello Nori! Definitely be ready to spend a good amount of money, especially if you are one to eat a lot to get full LOL I was full after 5 and spent $40. Obviously higher prices but the quality of the seafood is there, so you're paying for amazing hand rolls and the experience! I will say that I expected each party/group to have their own hand roll chef working but it was only 2 for the whole restaurant. So there was some awkward moments of waiting while they rotated between parties. read more

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We are totally coming back to try the hand cones! Their specialty hand cones can't be ordered for takeout, it must be eaten fresh; therefore it is only available when you dine in. However, the premium cut rolls were still very good! Truffle lobster roll is a must try, 10/10 would recommend. [ TRUFFLE LOBSTER ROLL ] This was our favourite roll! A good balance between the truffle and the lobster, neither of it were overpowering. [ SCALLOP ROLL ] Made with Hokkaido scallops, it was very fresh and creamy. [ YELLOW TAIL ] It had a soy marinade that really brought out the freshness. [ TORO ] It's a negitoro type of roll, very fresh. There's no better way to describe this other than "the ingredients were very fresh". ---------- PRICE｜$$ 。$23.00 Premium Cut Rolls (16pcs) read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

Saw tons of my friends dropped by recently, so I had to come see what all this is about. To be honest, everything here is extremely pricey for something that I know I can do on my own at home. But at the same time, I wanted to see the experience for my own and to see if it was worth the time and effort to come. The atmosphere was extremely chill, and the servers and host were good to look at to boot. But the only thing I had to criticize about was that the restaurant is a bar seating style (very Japanese catered sushi) and too open for my liking. No I do not want to see the random across from eat their sushi cone in 1 bite and then look like a squirrel. But at the same time, I do understand the whole people watching aspect. With it being the pandemic right now, they do have plastic shielding that does make little bubbles for each group as well, but I thought, maybe if it was black, I would enjoy it a bit more, because I don't like looking at people. I would say that their wrapped sushi were not the worst. It did taste extremely delicious though. The sea weed were toasted to perfection, and the amount of rice to ingredient to the size of the seaweed were perfect. The ratio was on point. But at the same time, the experience of eating there was a bit pricey for the ingredients that I know I can make at home. Each of me and my friend ordered the 5 rolls for $24. I wished I had more privacy to talk to my friends and actually interact with them instead of the chef/server. And if we did talk to the server, I thought it was very awkward as they were a BIT too close to me and in my bubble a bit..... :x Anyways, overall, I want to say this is a place to just try once, and then never come back again. Sorry to say, but it was a fun and fantastic time. read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia

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The staff are cordial. The hand rolls are nice. The miso soup is good too. We did not order any saki though. A very minimalist kind of setting. read more

I walked into Hello Nori looking for somewhere to grab a quick dinner before heading to the Vancouver Art Gallery. The staff were very friendly and explained the menu well. I ordered the 5 hand roll set menu and the Lychee Berry Chiu Hi Cocktail. I enjoyed watching the chef prepare each roll in front of me and serve each one instantly after I finished the previous one for maximum freshness. All the items I tried were excellent and the Nori especially had a perfect crispiness to it. I highly recommend trying this place out. It's definitely a fast service place so don't plan to stay long after you have finished eating to hang out as it is quite busy with minimal seating so you will feel pressured to pay your bill and head out after you have finished. read more

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A uniquely Japanese experience, serving a small, but tasteful menu in an exciting and casual setting that is sure to capture the eyes and hungry tummies of Vancouver's foodies. Hello Nori manages to deliver on the hype without being pretentious while honouring its humble Asian roots. Be prepared to spend extra money, for the best experience. I made a visit a few weeks ago with a friend for a weekday lunch, arriving at around noon, and we were seated only after 15 minutes of waiting. The restaurant is small, so I wouldn't have been surprised if I had to wait longer, especially during peak times. All the staff were very gracious and enthusiastic throughout my experience. We ordered the 6 hand roll option from the menu, one sake, and a few additional hand rolls each. The final bill at the end came out to approximately $60.00/person (after taxes and a mandatory 15% gratuity) which didn't seem like it was going to turn out that way during the meal so watch out - ordering extra hand rolls adds up quick! Needless to say, it was absolutely worth it for this first visit. Important takeaways: 1) The sake - It was smooth, sweet even, and decently enjoyable. As someone who doesn't normally drink sake (or alcohol in general), I had a good time with it and glad I tried it once. I don't feel like it enhanced the meal overall so personally I would skip it on my next visit 2) The maguro hand roll - Don't let the $7.00/roll price tag fool you, this is a MUST. Essential, even, I would say, to having the best possible experience at Hello Nori! The tuna just melted away in my mouth as it touched my tongue and was so flavourful. DO NOT SKIP OUT ON THIS 3) Portion size - As a 190lbs, 5'9", kinda athletic guy, I thought I wouldn't be full after the meal, but eight hand rolls (the 6 hand roll option + two additional rolls) and a cup of sake in, I left satisfied and 100% full. On a related note, each hand roll for me was about three bites each 4) Flow of courses - each roll is made immediately and in front of you; as soon as you finish one roll, they start making your next one until all your courses are finished. The rolls came a lot faster than I expected. This isn't a restaurant where you can sit and chat while the roll is sitting in front of you on the counter - you really have to be present and eat the roll right away as it is served to you otherwise the seaweed will not be crisp and the food will be more of a chore to eat One thing that I did not like was that they forgot to provide us with wasabi and ginger at the beginning of our meal which arguably would have enhanced each of the courses appropriately. Unfortunately, I only noticed that there was none (which is unusual for a Japanese sushi restaurant) for us near the end of my meal while I was at the second last hand roll. I noticed that every other customer in the restaurant had wasabi and ginger except for my friend and I. I notified my server right away and they immediately apologized and rectified the situation. The last thing that was a bit off-putting for me, and will probably be off-putting for some other potential customers, was the price. While I feel like I had a great time, the steep price will probably prevent me from visiting sooner rather than later. Combined with the 15% automatic gratuity, a meal at Hello Nori would be hard to justify on even a bi-weekly basis. Overall, I will definitely come back in the future. Not somewhere I would go regularly because money doesn't grow on trees, but as the only hand roll bar in the Greater Vancouver area - as far as I'm concerned - Hello Nori does a fantastic job, offering a fresh and delicious experience for anyone looking for a good time. 4.5/5 stars from me! read more

Hello Nori - Japanese Near Me - Vancouver, British Columbia