Wonderful sushi spot. This restaurant is cozy and authentic. The staff are friendly and welcoming. We stopped in for some sushi and soup and we left full and happy. I ended up getting the sashimi appetizer and a spicy yellowtail roll along with a miso soup. Everything was very tasty and the prices are incredibly fair. Great experience!! read more

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This place is okay. The decor does stand out as above your average sushi place but the sushi was just ok. My wife ordered the katsu don which is different from katsu. It was flavorful and I'm not sure if any other place in the area does it this way. They also have Kirin on tap. It's probably my favorite Japanese beer so that was nice. My wife said the bathroom was one of the worst she's ever been in. I didn't go so I can't confirm. read more

I looked up this location before my trip to Richmond for a conference. I was so excited, and I am delighted to say it completely exceeded my expectations. When I looked it up online I only searched for a sushi place, and I didn't get to look at the location until I saw it in person! I actually took a picture of it walking to the capital before I realized it was Nami!! Adorable location with an even better interior. Amazing mural work outside and killer food. I ordered A tequila cranberry (double) Miso soup Sashimi sampler Salmon roe ikuri 2 piece sashimi And a 15 piece sashimi entree. I expected to pay over $120 and was billed for 68. He comped my drink and I got to watch them make the sashimi! Super efficient service for two guys despite a busy restaurant. Literally melted in my mouth, octopus was prepared correctly and was delicious! Not chewy at all. Tuna and white tuna literally melted in my mouth. Additionally, I didn't consider myself a salmon fan when comparing it to what gets shipped to Michigan. I am in love! Such fatty cuts, I am so excited for next year when I can treat myself to nami again. read more

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I went for the omakase and it was a good experience. The price was great and the nigiri courses were delicious. The only thing I did not like was how the blowtorch used for some of the courses made the fish or meat taste like gas. The staff were friendly and the omakase bar upstairs was beautiful! read more

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So when I first came here several years ago, I had no idea they had omakase. Now since I've found out, I've come twice. They have an incredible rotating menu (I had different fish both times I went a month apart) at a very reasonable price. The chef also never skimps on the caviar when he uses it! He seems to take pride in the quality of the fish. I can't really afford omakase in bigger cities, so this is a real treat! read more

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Ehhh, I tried it with high hopes based on the good reviews and let's just say they haven't scrubbed enough 3rd Street Diner patina off for a convincing omakase experience for me. The lighting was operation room level bright which also didn't help. I hate to be a snob about it, but I wouldn't go back. read more

Really enjoyed the omakase experience upstairs. Great service and would highly recommend! read more

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I came here in the fall with two girlfriends for a birthday dinner. We showed up late which was totally our bad but they still caught us up on all the dishes. We got wine and the glasses were quite full. The guy serving us was very knowledgeable. And the area was cute and intimate. Over all really great time for a reasonable price. Would definitely recommend to others. read more

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To my knowledge, this is the first omakase experience in Richmond and it's an incredible addition to the local food scene. I feel so lucky to have snagged a seat at the six-seat bar for what turned out to be a beautifully curate experience. The chef shared that they started offering omakase in January of this year. The fish is flown in from Japan, and the flavors, textures, and presentation of each course were just perfect for the 13-course format. If this hasn't made you jump to make a reservation for the Omakase experience, best of all, it's extremely reasonably priced for the quality you receive. We were surprised with a mochi at the end, a perfect and refreshing way to close out the experience. Cheers to chef Tao and staff for curating such a delicious meal and to Nami for bringing omakase to Richmond. I'll absolutely be back! read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Nami is easily the most unique sushi experience in Richmond. The atmosphere, presentation, and attention to detail make it feel completely different from a typical sushi restaurant. Every dish was incredible and the upstairs seating makes the experience even better. Definitely make a reservation and ask to sit upstairs. It's worth it. read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - First floor - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Such a cute vibe here--fresh sushi, super friendly service, and an overall chill experience. I was expecting bolder flavors, but listen, the freshness made up for it all. Everything felt really clean and frankly prepared. We tried the Golden Roll--if you're a mango person, this one's a must. Sweet, light, and summery. Perfectly refreshing for a hot day. The Alaska Roll-- a solid upgrade to a classic: simple, and tasty for the less adventurous. The Yellowtail Hand Roll-- loved it, but I typically prefer thin slices vs thick strips. Spider roll-- by far my fave; not fried too hard, great balance of roe & sweet eel sauce on top. Tamago nigiri--my least favorite - could tell it was pre-packaged egg rather than cooked fresh & fluffy. Aside from the tamago, everything here is as fresh as it looks in all the pictures that, no doubt, brought you to their door. I prefer cooking at lunch bc it's just music; typically there's music (think karaoke), tv, & chatter, so if you're easily over-stimulated, choose lunch. read more

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Not the biggest sushi person in the world but this place surprised me. Ended up stepping out of my comfort zone and getting a kong roll which has bananas, mango , avocado, and mango sauce. It's a combination Ive personally never heard of so I wasn't sure how Id like it but it worked out so well and it really surprised me. Theres alot of cool rolls to try and the decor is anime themed which I personally loved so I definitely plan on coming back. Feels like Im more of a sushi fan now after this. read more

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I've never been to a restaurant where I planned to eat there, waited so long for the food, and ended up having to take it to go. There were only two of us. We ordered part of our food as soon as we sat down, then quickly added two rolls and sashimi when the server came back. We ended up waiting almost an hour plus for the sushi. What made it even more frustrating was watching tables of 3, 4, and even 6 people sit after us, get their food, eat, and leave before we ever got ours. Our order was not complicated at all and had no modifications -- just an avocado roll, a pink roll, a crab roll, and two pieces of tuna sashimi. By the time it still hadn't even made it to the table, we had no choice but to get it to go. To top it off, I still tipped, because I try to do the right thing--but this experience was honestly frustrating from start to finish. read more

Dining: We started off with the classic miso soup. My partner ordered a glass of wine, and they were quite generous with the pour. For appetizers, we had the golden salmon (torched salmon topped with miso sauce) and tako su (sliced octopus with ponzu sauce). For our entree, we ordered the Love Boat, which included the chef's choice of 10 pieces of assorted sushi, 18 pieces of assorted sashimi, a bluefin tuna roll, and a rainbow roll. While everything was delicious, I wish there had been more variety in the sushi pieces, as it seemed the chef used the same pieces for both the sushi and sashimi. The service was fine and food came out relatively quickly. I love the decor of Omakase: We also had the opportunity to experience the omakase! It's amazing how you walk up the stairs and find a private dining area overlooking the entire restaurant, but still peaceful and intimate. Of course, reservations are required. We got to taste 13 dishes, plus dessert, for $85 per person. There was a great variety of pieces, each with its own unique flavor profile. My favorite was the scallop and uni combination. read more

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I'm currently pregnant and can't eat raw fish but needed to satisfy my sushi craving. I can't wait to come back to be able to order more menu items/ try their omakase. They do have options for anyone not able to eat raw fish, I went for the Tokyo roll and spicy Kani roll. Both were very tasty and good meat to rice ratio. The inside of this place is so cute, I absolutely love the vibes. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Seriously can't wait to come back! read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - Tokyo Roll (left) Spicy Kani Roll (right) - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Wow - 10/10 team this place is amazing. Crazy to think it used to be 3rd street diner. The food was super fresh and the service is impeccable * thanks David :) * we can't wait to try the omakase upstairs read more

Walked in on a Friday evening. It was not that busy at 6PM. The interior was cute. Pictures/posters of anime characters are on the wall and huge Japanese lanterns hang. Our booth at the end was cozy. Our server Syra was nice. They have a selection of sake, wines, yoju, beer and soda. Tried the white peach-lychee yoju for the first time. It was tangy and fruity with a little bit of creaminess; I prefer the soju over this. Their sushi was good and fresh. Had the Rainbow roll, New York roll, OMG roll, Pink lady roll and Volcano roll. Not the best sushi I've had but would give it a 4/5. Would likely to come back. read more

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Great sushi restaurant located in downtown Richmond. The fish quality was good and there was no weird aftertaste that I usually taste with low quality sushi. The interior did kind of smell like an old building (not entirely sure how to describe it) but overall did not look dirty. Service was very quick and attentive. read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - Sushi for 2 - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Saw the positive reviews off of Yelp so I came here for dinner. Inside is a great vibe and the staff was very friendly. I sat at the sushi bar and the guys behind the counter were great. I got 3 rolls (spicy tuna, spicy shrimp and spicy yellowtail). The rolls were great, very fresh and tasty. I would for sure come back here again. read more

Service was great, and we received our food within 30 min. The decor is so cute and anime-themed. My favorite part was the fried oysters, though one had an odd taste. The sushi was good, but not spectacular. I would definitely go back. read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - California Roll, spicy tuna roll - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

I've been coming here for years, and the decline is obvious. The customer service is consistently rude and unprofessional. It genuinely feels like customers are an inconvenience rather than valued guests. There's no warmth, no courtesy, and no accountability. The portions have also gotten noticeably smaller and stingier over time. I paid for a vegetable side and received a container almost entirely filled with onions, with two pieces of broccoli. When I called to address it, I was dismissed and told they don't offer refunds or fixes because they were busy. Being busy is not an excuse to ignore a customer or refuse to correct a mistake. Good food cannot make up for consistently bad service and declining portions. read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

One of the best sushi experiences I've had in a long time. Everything was served one piece at a time, each with its own moment. No over-the-top sauces or gimmicks. Just incredibly fresh fish, perfectly seasoned rice, and clean presentation. The white fish brushed with soy was a great start. Light, smooth, and well balanced. The seared bites brought more richness without feeling heavy. The uni was creamy and sweet with that briny finish you hope for. Easily a standout. The caviar-topped piece looked impressive and added a fun pop of texture. It wasn't the most flavorful bite of the night, but it added to the experience. Our server suggested a dry sake that paired beautifully with the progression of dishes. It was crisp and subtle and helped bring out the flavors without overwhelming anything. Service was attentive and well paced the entire night. The space is calm and minimal. You can actually focus on the food and the moment. Nothing felt rushed or overly formal. As expected the otoro and wagyu were the stars of the show. Rich, buttery, and completely melt in your mouth. The kind of bites you remember long after the meal ends. read more

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Delicious food, great ambience, fantastic service. We did the omakase dinner in the loft, which was delicious and a fair price. We will definitely be there again soon, both for omakase and also just to give their regular sushi menu a try. So excited to have omakase in Richmond! read more

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Cool vibe, great sushi, cant speak for service we were there early but they seemed nice if distracted due to setting up.

I'm not exaggerating when I say the omakase at Nami is the best deal on planet earth. Food is exceptional/out of this world. Service impeccable. The fact you can even get a reservation here is insane. In NYC this would be booked out 3 months in advance. Highly recommended read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Richmond's first omakase and it didn't disappoint! We thoroughly enjoyed every piece crafted for us! Once you arrive you are taken upstairs to a small counter where you will be served fresh nigiri! Quiet and small space but perfect for an intimate omakase experience! Our service was great and we will definitely be back when in the Richmond area. read more

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Nami serves a 12 course sushi experience with a dessert added on to the end for $85. You'll pay double for the Omikase experience in DC. This is a bargain and well worth the price. Maybe not quite as sophisticated as are DC outing but pretty darn close and one that can be done again because it's not cost prohibitive. Chef was friendly and professional and offered some unique pieces we haven't had before. It was a bit hard to understand him sometimes so it would be nice to have a printed menu we could refer to but the space was set up well upstairs and service was on point. If you like sushi you should definitely come check out this unique opportunity. read more

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The inside looks a lot bigger than the outside. Love the vibes. Watched a TV show where they made miniature food, which was entertaining. Great service and selection of food. Definitely would come again to try their other special sushi rolls. read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - Salmon Roll and one of their special rolls with mango. Both delicious and would get again! - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

My favorite sushi spot in Richmond. Not the fanciest atmosphere as some of the other spots, but they make up for it with great sushi for the price. They also do a chefs tasting menu in the upstairs area that you have to book a reservation for. read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - Sushi Love Boat - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

Absolutely incredible experience, from start to finish for the omakase. Not to mention that it's very affordable! Each bite was so delectable that the fish just melted. I can't stop thinking about how amazing it was and truly cannot wait to come back again! read more

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I came here for a friend's birthday lunch and thought it was a very average experience. I got the O.M.G. roll which as salmon, tuna, and yellowtail. The yellowtail had a lot of sinew so it was really unpleasantly chewy. My friend and I also ordered soda but they were extremely watered down and flat. The server was able to take it back and bring us new ones but then it just tasted like sugar water. Overall, nothing too crazy good but also nothing terrible. read more

Nami Japanese Restaurant - O.M.G. Roll - Japanese Near Me - Richmond, Virginia

The Omikase at Nami was one of the best meals I've had in my 12+ years in Richmond. Simply incredible.

For my husband's birthday, he really wanted to enjoy an Omakase meal. We chose Nami's and it did not disappoint! For our meal we were taken upstairs, as Omakase meals are limited seating for the experience. I appreciate that it was not loud or overstimulating so you could still enjoy holding a conversation. Our chef was friendly and explained everything that was being served. It was a cool experience watching him prepare everything. We really enjoyed the food and you could tell presentation was important to our chef. It is a personal preference of mine to visit restaurants where bathrooms are clean and plentiful, and I do wish there had been more attention to the restroom. Overall, the experience was good and we'd return to enjoy it again. read more

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Do not walk, RUN AND MAKE AN OMAKASE RESERVATION NOW! This wasn't just another sushi restaurant that sells basic rolls and has a trendy atmosphere; it was an omakase experience that transcended dining. Omakase is usually pretentious and overpriced, NOT AT NAMI! From the moment we sat down, it was clear that Chef Tao poured his heart and soul into every meticulously crafted piece. His passion for his craft was palpable, evident in the meticulous attention to detail and the sheer artistry displayed in each dish. This isn't just a restaurant; it's a testament to Chef Tao's pride and joy. His dedication to providing the finest sushi experience is undeniable. To have a sushi chef of this caliber in RVA is an absolute honor. Frankly, this might be the best sushi we'll ever have in this city. Chef Tao's omakase is a must-try for any REAL SUSHI enthusiast. Prepare to be amazed. read more

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Yummy food. Beautiful owners with a heartwarming story. The food never disappoints or changes taste dependent upon the day! 5 stars read more

A fun evening watching the chef create 13 delicious items, each surpassing the previous one.

Glad I gave Nami a second chance! On my recent visit, I ordered a rainbow roll for takeout. They kindly packaged all that I needed to picnic with this. They packed both soy sauce and chopsticks. I enjoyed my roll and feel like the quality of their fish improved from my first visit. I love the amount of ginger and wasabi they put too. This spot is a 3.5 for me. The first time I came, which was back in summer of 2022, I ordered a sushi lunch special that I wasn't a fan of. I will say the service at the time was great though and the ambience is very cute. I like their decor a lot. I'm happy the quality of their sushi is better because this spot is the easiest sushi place to walk to for me. read more

An average sushi restaurant. The Osaka roll was pretty good, with decent kick. But the spicy girl was underwhelming, mostly because the shrimp didn't seem very fresh. On a separate note, the climate is weird inside. It gets warm, then the AC blasts for a few minutes, until it's absolutely freezing. Kind of uncomfortable. read more

This is a hidden gem!! The Hibachi is amazing! The YumYum sauce is house made!!! Service was fine. The ambiance is quaint! read more

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It is so nice to find omakase in Richmond after living in San Diego for 14 years for me and 26 for my husband. We really enjoyed our selection. There's only 6 seats, so it's very private. The chef did an outstanding job. Make sure you make a reservation. read more

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