Great service. The portions are not too big so you could order a few more for tasting. I was hoping to try the creamy Mentaiko udon. Unfortunately they have changed their menu. Sashimi was fresh. However the wagyu beef was a little chewy. Shrimp cutlets was very good. Nice ambiance for small group chit chat read more

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This is a great place to go with a big group - since the portions are not on the big side, it was great to get a bunch of stuff to share among the table. Some of my favorites were the asari buttered which came with toasted bread so I was able to soak the bread pieces into the buttered broth. The cod roe cream udon was really great too as the roe eggs stuck to each noodle for maximum texture. And the seaweed salad was a really great palette cleanser - not sure what the dressing was but it was so amazing. The Yakitori, on the other hand, was okay. The beef tongue was kinda tough and chewy. The pork with shio got more average with each bite, but the chicken thigh was juicy and soft! Next time I come, I would probably order other small plates to share outside of the Yakitori. read more

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5 solid stars. What a find. I loved it here so much we went twice over the weekend. Reservation suggested but we were able to walk in twice. We got the Galbi and chicken bowl, the salmon tataki, salmon avocado roll, eel avocado roll, truffle roll, yellow fish ceviche, chicken meatball sticks, wagyu udon, corn. Would get everything again except the corn and meatball. The sushi rolls are fresh and the fillings are a solid ratio to the perfectly cooked rice. The tataki is melt in your mouth. The ceviche is one of the best I have ever had, lots of flavor notes in every bite. The udon had amazing depth in the flavor, not your standard udon at all. It has three dollar signs but honestly it doesn't feel overpriced at all. Very cute interior, intimate but not inaccessible. Would return 100%. read more

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Nonono is a place I frequent every time I visit NYC. Situated on a corner in Manhattan, Nonono is always a perfect meal because the dishes are tapas-style, so you can order as many or as little as you can stomach. Their menu changes ever so slightly depending on the season, though the majority of it remains consistent. My favorite dishes here are the yakitori, hamachi crudo, and wagyu diced beef. The skewers are always so tasty, hot off the grill, and pair well with the tabletop togarashi (which is a blend of spices that cumulatively give the seasoning a slightly spicy, umami, and a touch of smoky taste). The hamachi crudo is the perfect combination of tart, spicy and savory with the jalapeño, orange, onion and pomegranate seed topping (chef's kiss!), and the American wagyu diced beef is so tender, flavorful and always leaves me wanting more! At Nonono, the servers are knowledgeable about the menu, so they are able to provide you with recommendations if needed. They work as a team, so while your main server will take your order, you can ask any server for anything else you may need (whether it be to order another item, or to get your check at the end of your meal). Although I do not always have the same server each time I visit, I have found that all of them have been very friendly and helpful. The restaurant has a modern Japanese vibe inside, and you can see the open grill when you walk in. Stairs to the left side of the restaurant upon entering lead you to an upstairs area that can be slightly tight (refrain from bringing large backpacks or luggages if you can), and the two restrooms on this floor are even smaller (after all, it is NYC!). Apart from these minor major city nuisances, you can always expect a delicious meal from this restaurant, so if you're in the city and looking for a place for delicious yakitori or sushi, this makes a great spot for date night or even casual dining! Also, highly recommend reservations ahead of time since they fill up relatively quickly after they open at 5pm! read more

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I heard a lot about this place from my other friends and finally found the chance to come here. My friend and I came here for a weekday holiday lunch with a reservation made before hand. We were running a bit late and they graciously said it wasn't a problem. I do recommend making a reservation for larger parties. They have seating upstairs and downstairs. We both ordered the lunch specials each with shoyu ramen, the chicken and short rib skewers and an iced oolong tea. Staff was friendly and we liked that they didn't check in on us too much. The food did take a bit to come out but it came out all at once. The chicken skewers were very tender and the short rib was my favorite. The sauce added additional flavor. The ramen was a bit too salty but the texture of the noodles and chashu were good. The prices were fair for the area, but wish the lunch special was maybe $2 cheaper. It really only saved us like $2-3 vs. had we bought everything a la carte so the deal didn't seem too great. I enjoyed that the restaurant wasn't to loud and we were able to have a good volumed conversation. We were seated upstairs where there were fewer patrons so that probably helped too. read more

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Came to Nonono with a friend for lunch, and while the area was nice, the tables were so close together I could have shared secrets with the family next to us. Privacy? Nonono. The ambiance is beautiful though--super clean, with an upstairs and a bar area. My overall experience was decent but not particularly notable. We were probably at fault here since we didn't really get the recommended dishes that everyone raves about. Also not a big fan of yakitori in general (they were good--just personal preferences!). We started with the egg yakitori for appetizer. They were good--perfectly soft-boiled with a gooey center. My main dish was the Yakitori Don, and it was okay. Wasn't really a fan of the peppers. My friend got the Yasai Udon, and she seemed to like it well enough. After the main meal, we finished off with dessert. We got the Suishingen, the raindrop pudding served with soy bean powder and kuromitsu sauce. It was good and not too sweet--perfect to finish off. The Kuro Goma (black sesame panna cotta, whipped cream, and biscuit) was a little too salty for my friend's taste but it was okay for me. I actually preferred the Kuro Goma over the Suishingen because of the unique sesame taste and the pure creaminess. Overall, based on what I got, I left feeling a little underwhelmed, which was to be expected since we didn't go for the popular dishes. However, I will definitely visit again to try their drinks and get their donburi, cocktail, and that amazing-looking coe roe cream udon. Nonono might have missed the mark this time, but I'm hopeful for a better round two! Here's to round two, Nonono--let's hope you can turn those no's into yes's. read more

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A little pricey but worth every penny!! My friends both ordered the cod roe udon and I had a bite. They both loved it, it was creamy and heavy but with good flavor. I personally think it'd be better to share. I also ordered the chicken thigh, gizzard, pork belly, and veggie combo skewers. They were all delicious and very well seasoned! My favourite was the pork belly and mushroom skewers. We all shared the tuna tartare roll, and it was light and refreshing. Everything we ordered tasted great so would definitely come back to try the other items on the menu! read more

nonono - Cod Udon, tuna tartare roll, pork belly skewer, vegetable skewer combo - Izakaya Near Me - New York, New York

Went here for a late lunch and we inhaled this meal. We both got the Yakitori set - the skewers in order of most to least favorite were thigh, meatball, and breast with scallion. I loved the sunny interior as well with wooden decor and two floors! I'd recommend checking out this restaurant on the weekend for brunch deals. read more

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First, let me say, nonono has a beautiful ambiance, the servers were quick and friendly also, it was pretty impressive. The food was delicious, specifically the steak - it was truly hittin ! The fried rice was alright. I did try my friend's corn and fried chicken, which checked out too. GOOD FIND read more

nonono - Nanchatte Steak Kani Fried Rice - Izakaya Near Me - New York, New York

I really like izakayas, so a couple friends recommended nonono to me. I got lunch with a friend a couple Sundays ago. The pricing is definitely on the higher end compared to other izakayas in the city, but the food was very good! Our server could have been nicer, but we had a good experience overall. ASARI BUTTERED CLAMS - 20 So good, so much umami from the butter and truffle flavors. The clams soaked up the sauce really well and they even give you a few pieces of toast to enjoy more of the sauce. I'm a huge fan of clams and anything umami. The spinach and garlic/onion pieces definitely added to the experience. I would recommend! COD ROE CREAM UDON - 13 I would not recommend eating this by yourself (unless you know you can do it and I definitely couldn't). Otherwise, great option! Super creamy and the udon had the perfect texture of being chewy but not undercooked. There was a generous amount of roe and mushroom in each portion. Overall, good food! I would recommend coming here with a few others and share as many plates as you can. It's not as fun just eating two by yourself. read more

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From the food to the service to the decor, this restaurant was a pleasant experience start to end. The staff were very welcoming and friendly throughout our dining experience. The decor and ambiance was warm, urban, and interesting, with fun use of lighting and seating on multiple levels. The food and cocktails we had though were out of this world delicious! The seasonal cranberry smash cocktail was spiced, sweet, and refreshing and the Bonsai was a win for bourbon fans. The shishito wasabi featured a seasoned crunchy topping that added incredible flavor and texture to the peppers. For skewers, we got the lobster miso butter, duck and scallion, chicken skin, pork with shio, and tamago bacon. Each one was well prepared and bursting with flavor, there were truly no skips. We also got the homemade pickles, which were sweet and tangy; the Ebi Katsu, which was beautifully cooked and paired with a delicious tartar sauce; and the Beef Tongue Curry, which was flavorful and tender. There truly wasn't an aspect of our experience we didn't like and we look forward to coming back in the future! read more

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Yokitori Paradise this place is kind of magical if you like small dishes and skewers. They offer a great detailed menu with colorful pictures so you know what to order. At Nonono, you won't be ordering just one dish. You'll be ordering many more. This Japanese restaurant located in Nomad in a buzzing and super busy street. The restaurant enjoys the same atmosphere with a myriad of activities and choices - this place is super popular so your seating will be limited to two hours. The small dishes are delicious love the Beef Tongue skew and their Nonono tatars as well as their Rainbow Rolls. The service is super efficient and friendly Patrick our server was the best. read more

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This is a very modern Japanese restaurant. The interior is very aesthetic, the plates are very simple/modern. However, this isn't the cheapest place - the dishes are kinda on the smaller side, so you need to order more to get full. Price does rack up because of this. Nonono is kinda known for their yakitoris. They have a good and tasty variety, but they do cost about $4-5 each with the size being kinda small. They also have a good range of ramens and special Japanese dishes that are quite unique to this place. I came with my friends for Saturday lunch. I personally ordered the "nonono experience set". It comes with one ramen, one soft drink and 3 pre-selected yakitori set (chicken thigh, short rib & breast with scallion) and one soft drink. I ordered the TORI TANTAN RAMEN It comes with chili oil and minced pork. The minced pork was very small when you mix it and almost unnoticeable. The chili oil wasn't as spicy as I thought, but probably had more flavor than those other options without the spice. The noodles were quite decently made and there was a good portion of noodles inside. KIMINO SPARKLING JUICE (UME) (Note: there is a $3 upcharge. Comes with a cup of ice and the kimino bottle) I ordered the ume flavor not knowing what it was like. I personally didn't like it and would have preferred to get the yuzu instead. For me, it was most similar to an apple cider vinegar. It was a tad bit sour. Not my cup of tea, but i did like the sparkling juice choice. It was probably the most asian out of all the soft drink choices. 3 YAKITORI Out of the set, I preferred the short rib the best. The short rib had beef with onion in between. The onions weren't too strong. The beef was soft and flavorful. Thigh was second best. Not too dry of a meat. Lastly the breast with scallion was probably the most dries meat out of all (as expected). It wasn't as soft as the other meats. Overall, they were really flavorful. The sauce was nice. I really enjoyed them, but the small size left me wanting more. Overall, I would recommend the nonono experience set. I thought that it was quite worth it and very filling. The other dishes on the other hand are quite expensive for the portion size. I wouldn't come here often due to the price tag vs quantity, but it was worth the visit to check it out. read more

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Came on a Saturday night. We got there a little early than our reservation and got seated immediately. It's a cozy place with nice vibes lighting. We started with the ebi katsu which was delicious. I got the tonkotsu ramen and it was delicious! Broth was flavorful and the noodles were cooked well. Great spot for some Japanese food! read more

nonono - Ebi katsu - Izakaya Near Me - New York, New York

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It's a YesYesYes from me for this midtown Izakaya! From Hand Hospitality, this is a great spot for a casual lunch or drinks and dinner. The decor is 'eclectic industrial' with a mix of styles and textural finishes. There's an upstairs dining room in addition to the first floor and seating is at tables or counters. The staff are friendly and efficient. The food is a mix of yakitori, ramen, sushi/sashimi and small plates. Portions are generous, prices are good and the taste and quality are there. At lunchtime there are some good value sets available. I. The evening I recommend drinks and ordering a variety of plates for the table to share. The drinks program is interesting, desserts are somewhat limited but overall it's a solid place for a good lunch or a fun night out! read more

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Terrible service. Waiters were very rude. Condescending and make no eye contact. Food was ok. read more

Food was pretty good. Chicken breast was a little on the dry side. Drinks were good but a touch on the weak side. Lobster good. We were a walk in and were happy because we were there when they opened and they were able to accommodate us upstairs and a pretty nice seat location. There was also a tartare that we had - served with some crisps/chips. Very good taste but would recommend they chill it a bit colder and it would have been perfect. The croquettes were very tasty with the tartar sauce. Very crisp. We did other yakitori that were nice and tasty. read more

nonono - Izakaya Near Me - New York, New York

This place is a NONONO for me. Came in for an early dinner at 5:30. They were so booked up that the table wouldn't be available for another 2 hours, but they had counter space. So while I waited for my friend I just looked around at the decor which is pretty cheap looking. When she came we were offered side by side table, so it's a table right? I asked our server for a nonalcoholic option drinks and he named two. I chose the basil option and when I got the bill I realized it's just their cocktail without the booze. The places that charge the same price for mocktails as the cocktails are obnoxious. But the $1 off was just a slap in the face. I should've gotten a Calpico for $4 instead. For food I really wanted yakitori since I haven't had it for a while. I went with seafood and those all were part of Special Kushi: lobster miso butter, anchovy octopus and scallop crap mayo. Lobster was okay a little dry and chewy. I liked the octopus more but also a little chewy which is pretty common with octopus, only a handful of places, usually Spanish, is where I had it tender and juicy. And scallop was just a fail. It was just hard..so definitely overcooked and there was a weird skin around it and the crab on top didn't match the flavor so it felt like two different dishes in one. I wish I ordered something else. The NONONO tartare I shared with a friend. It was pretty good. I didn't care for the chips and just ate it with a side of rice, which was dry and probably was sitting around for a while. The tartare had a sweet taste palette but on the menu it doesn't mention the sauce so it was a surprise. Also the menu with a ton of pages and huge pictures was annoying to navigate. But maybe that's just me. All in all, it was super underwhelming. I don't think I'll be back for more. read more

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I don't understand why but some of my favorite items are gone from the menu! The yakitori(skewers) page now only features a handful of options and they even ran out of skin during my visit today. The lobster, the octopus tentacle, the beef tongue skewers are all gone! The front desk said they are not sure if this is a permanent change but I'd be frank people are not here for the decorations(if any) or the narrow space(the table next to me is within arm reach). The service is ok I guess, and I enjoyed the Mizu Shingen(They misspelled it on their menu haha) at the end but I'm probably not coming back again unless they restore the menu items. read more

Nonono is a high quality izakaya with a casual vibe and affordable pricing. We were blown away by how authentic and delicious the food were, bringing us straight to Japan. If we need to nitpick, the service was pushy and our server constantly looked annoyed which made us nervous talking to her. ＊ Cod Roe Cream Udon The best-valued dish ($14) with a decent portion! The mentaiko cream wasn't overly heavy, but still preferred to be shared. It was tossed with hearty portion of sliced pork belly and assorted veggies. ＊ Pesto Portobello*** Each grilled portobello was topped with scallop and mini tower of pesto sauce. They scorched the pesto sauce to give extra smoky aroma to the dish. A luscious and innovative fusion side that took the dish to a new level. ＊ Nasu Dengaku*** Slices of eggplant were grilled and enrobed in a glossy miso sauce, coated with lots of scallions. The eggplant literally melted in my mouth and it was bursting with sweet and tangy flavors. I love and worship eggplants, so this side was 100% right up my alley. ＊ Meatball, Chicken Thighs Scallion Skewers Meatball was a minced chicken skewer glazed in a golden sweet-and-savory sauce. Very well seasoned, yet I prefer a tsukune being served with a dipping sauce of raw egg yolk. While the chicken breast skewer looked sad lol the meat was dry and lack seasonings. ＊ Chawan Mushi*** Love the jiggly and silky smooth egg custard. The price was steep but the bowl was bigger than we thought, and it was loaded with luxurious ingredients like uni, shrimp, crabmeat and ikura. ＊ Matcha Tiramisu It was not outstanding but did a good job to end our meal. The matcha powder they used might not be top-tiered, but still delectable to finish off your satisfying date night. read more

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Finally had the chance to come by after passing by who knows how many times (and many friend recommendations). Our group of 4 came by for lunch on a Saturday - it was pretty easy to make reservations 1-2 days in advance, and we also came right as they opened, so they weren't busy yet, but it did get quite bustling by the time we left (and a decent queue had formed), so you'll definitely want to plan ahead. They have their lunch menu every day of the week, but to be honest it basically looks the same as the dinner menu? Like I tried very hard to find the different and other than a few "lunch special" items it looks identical, prices and all. They do have a special ~brunch~ menu on weekends only, but half of it is also the same as the regular menu, so idk anymore We had: Yaki corn - very yummy. the corn was sweet and nicely roasted, and the parmesan paired surprisingly well with it. not the biggest portion size though (it's quartered, so basically you get 1.25 corn(s) on the cob?) Salmon don - strong recommend. salmon was delicious and fresh, and the rice / seaweed was simple yet supportive to round out the dish overall. not the largest bowl, but for $12 pretty good value! Cod roe cream udon - pretty good. I felt the udon was a little too soft/overcooked, but nothing too serious. the cream was very flavourful without being too heavy, and I liked that it didn't leave too strong of a creamy/thick aftertaste, either. the umami of the roe and mushrooms add an appreciated depth to the flavour profile Kalbi don - not bad. portion size was larger than the rest (came with a lot of rice haha) and the beef was fine? Decent flavour and the sauce paired well, but honestly I don't think there was anything particularly memorable about this Shio paitan ramen - the ramen (from the brunch menu) was a bit on the pricier side ($18) and seemed to be generically good - definitely a yummy bowl of noodles, but similar to above, nothing particularly notable here Overall, the portion sizes were on the smaller size (photos can be deceiving). But, the price point was quite good, and for the 4 of us, it came out to be around $20-25 per person (incl tax and tip), which is lowkey unheard of in NYC nowadays. Between the low prices and how many yummy dishes they serve (it took me so long to decide what to order!), I already know I'm going to be back very soon :) read more

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Delicious! Would definitely come here again. Absolutely loved the skewers and the Yaki Corn which unfortunately I ate before I remembered to take a picture of. Price does add up quick but all of it was so good. Servers are super attentive and I managed to get a walk in pretty easy. That being said, I'd make a reservation beforehand in the future. Seems like a popular date and hangout spot! read more

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nonono? yesyesyes! This place made the rounds for different friends, one of whom went twice in a row because it was that good. I wouldn't say it was that good, but this is one of the best restaurants in NYC Ktown. Doing light research, I erred on the cautious side as we had no reservations so I showed up 15 minutes before opening as I didn't have much to do that day, but it was not necessary. We were able to get a table for 3 for the second floor (more spacious and less crowded) right at opening. If you plan to eat around opening, there likely won't be a wait. We tried a bunch of skewers (thigh, meatball, skin, angus prime kalbi, shio pork, duck and scallion), salmon tataki, nasu dengaku (eggplant), creamy cod udon, and suishingen (raindrop cake). As there is happy hour Sunday-Thursday 5-6pm, sake was discounted so it was $6 for the cold. The skewers were fairly solid for the price. I specifically liked the chicken thigh, meatball, and angus prime kalbi. The kalbi specifically was super flavorful and the meat texture was excellent. The duck was also good for a specialty yakitori but the price felt a bit high for what we got. Salmon tataki was delicious and had a large mousse with a faint taste of wasabi underneath, but mostly avocado. It was super fresh. The nasu dengaku is an eggplant dish that has some slight sweetness to it due to the pistachio and glaze. I don't eat eggplant usually or go out of my way to, but I really enjoyed this dish. The creamy cod udon indeed is super creamy, a lot more generous on the sauce but not that much noodles. The noodles were soft and chewy, though not their specialty as I've had better at Raku. The udon dish is filling in its own regard due to the generous amounts of roe mixed with cream. For dessert, we split the suishingen as it was also very aesthetic. It came with syrup and kinako powder, and it was a light, not too sweet (my favorite level of sweetness) dessert. Service is solid as water refills are present even though we have a jug ourselves to refill anytime we want, and food came out at the right cadence, just fast enough to continue momentum throughout the meal but enough time to not feel rushed to eat or take pictures. read more

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Really great value with a wide variety of dishes! Came here with a large group on a Monday night and ordered what felt like the majority of the menu but probably was still only a third of it! We skipped the ramen and rice bowls and opted more for skewers and small plates. The highlights included: - Special scallop crab skewer, we ordered a second round - Salmon tataki and hamachi, who doesn't love raw fish? - Wagyu beef bites, suprisingly tender and flavorful! The speed that food came out felt a little bit off, but overall no major complaints. The only negative is with respect to booking the reservation-- I initially emailed as there were 11 of us. After not hearing back for 3 days, I made a reservation on resy for 10, figuring we could add one more when we arrived. I finally got a response to my original email the day of, apologizing for the delay and asking if we wanted to update the reservation to 11. I responded saying yes within a couple of hours, but when we arrived at the restaurant the reservation was still for 10. I think management could get a little better at communication, but it wasn't enough of an issue for me to knock a star. read more

We ordered delivery but the food was so good had to write about! I got the beef tongue curry. By far best Japanese style curry I've had in the states. Tongue was so tender I legit forgot I was eating tongue. read more

Came here for lunch and loved it! We ordered one ramen lunch set which came with yakitori, the beef tongue yakitori, the salmon chirashi don and a salmon roll. The seafood was so so fresh and delicious! Loved the beef tongue yakitori as well. read more

nonono - Izakaya Near Me - New York, New York

A consistent and fun yakitori spot tucked away from the dirty and bustling streets of prime K-town. Nonono boasts a wonderful skewers selection that warrants repeat visits and some truly underrated dishes like the karage and ramen. Everything is 100% share-able with the scallops being the highlight upon multiple visits. Small party is preferable as space is definitely a premium. read more

My friends boyfriend works here so we decided to stop by! The interior is super cute and there's a nice, private section on the 2nd floor. We basically ordered a bunch of items to share. The Basil Cocktail and Cod Roe Cream Udon were my favorite, but everything was done super well. Service was great too!! read more

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It has been a few years since I've gone to NoNoNo. It was my favorite spot with tons of yakitori to try in an extensive menu. Sad to say that while the food is still good, the menu has changed a lot! I went for lunch in which they have a lunch set. I got the one with ramen, a few yakitori and a drink included. It was okay for me. What stood out was I really enjoyed the egg that I ordered (kind of like a chuwanmushi, Japanese soft egg) and the sushi orders. It was very fresh and a nice few dishes to share. Service is good overall and the vibe was calm and collected. I do miss their own menu a lot which they had a lot more options but maybe I'll come back for dinner another day. read more

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Found this around the corner from the Arlo NoMad hotel where I was staying. Service was quick and food was tasty. Seems every place in NYC is narrow and cozy seating. Their drinks menu had a good selection. Very cute place. read more

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it was okay. just okay really. the service was lackluster, they hardly checked on us and we always had to flag them down to order, for more water or the check. the food was a little salty. we got the miso ramen and the katsu curry don... I probably won't go back. it's not what it used to be. read more

We came here at 5:30pm on a Saturday per a friend's recommendation and were luckily seated right away. The restaurant filled up quickly after with reservations and walk-in customers. Service is quick and I loved sitting at the bar to see the kitchen at work. W H A T W E O R D E R E D: -- chawan mushi ($14): so comforting to eat after a long flight. it's japanese steamed egg with ikura, crab meat, shrimp, and shitaki mushrooms in it. maybe the best i've had. -- cod roe cream udon ($13): pork and veggies inside. udon was light and chewy. i felt like it was lacking some flavor since the creaminess was overpowering. -- kinoko x 3 + 1 ($10): assorted charred mushrooms with a soy based mushroom sauce. we love mushrooms so this was delicious although I didn't really care for the sauce. -- tori liver pate ($12): chicken liver pate served with toast and pickled ginger. my bf loves pate so this was right up his alley. I liked that they included ginger to balance it out. We also got all 5 of their special kushis so here's my ranking from fav to least fav: 1. atsugiri beef tongue ($10): sooo soft and the seasoning they used was delicious 2. anchovy octopus ($9): served with a japanese basil sauce. also incredibly soft 3. scallop crab mayo ($9): creamy and flavorful 4. lobster miso butter ($12): i love miso butter but lobster was a little tough to eat 5. duck & scallion ($10): cooked with cucumber & sweet soybean paste. I don't normally choose to eat duck but I enjoyed this! read more

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Been coming here pre and post Covid. Nice spot nearby Ktown. It's a nice date place or with friends to hang out and have small plates. The main attraction are the fresh made Yakatoris which are essentially Japanese meat or veggie skewers. I prefer the pork, chicken thighs, and beef. They are delicious and cooked very well not too chewy or hard. They can fill you up and quite affordable even for a group. The other options are the well crafted and large sushi rolls. Much better than most places that make them so small. The top floor can be very noisy it seems sound travel too well. The ground floor is better for dates and the long table is my favorite spot for a large group. This is a very busy place so make sure you have a reservation or end up waiting for hours. But well worth the wait. read more

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Delicious small plates, especially the juicy skewers and shishito peppers! I was very hungry and ordered an unagi donburi that tasted as expected. Overall, it was a lively place that kept the dining and social experience enjoyable. read more

nonono - Unagi donburi and salmon roll - Izakaya Near Me - New York, New York

Came here for weekend lunch and love the vibe. It wasn't too crowded and service did not feel rushed. We shared the ramen set which comes with 3 skewers, salmon don and a few extra skewers. The ramen was not bad, a tad salty and it wasn't as 'rich' as I expected but a light broth is also welcomed. Big fan of trying all the skewers, I was a fan of the short rib and pork belly. The salmon don was solid for $12, it comes in a small bowl but it feels like they gave a good amount of salmon. The cocktails were also really good and for $13, I think it's worth it. I enjoyed the strawberry basil cocktail. Overall 4.5/5, just a tad pricey overall. read more

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Nonono should be called yesx3, but I guess their plates explained that it stands for Nowhere, not anywhere, now, here. It's super busy, and we had to wait 2 hours+ for a walk-in on a Friday. For a place that's nowhere, it took a long time to get in but it's worth it. Yakitori can be a different experience for different customers. In Japan, it is usually a cheap way to get some charcoal grilled chicken skewers and eat beer. Here, you can either go the salaryman route, and/or ball out and get some fancier skewers and side dishes. These are some of the best skewers I've ever had period. The chicken thighs, beef tongue, chicken skin, all are super juicy and tender. There's some skewers with limited availability so definitely try to get those while they're in stock. After doing a round of various skewers, we had to get some of the skewers again. For the side dishes, we splurged and got stuff like the scallop uni carpaccio, and scallop skewers, so we got both raw and cooked versions. The fried chicken karaage is kind of interesting because the drumsticks have the bone exposed with fried tomatoes. The cod roe cream udon was good, but I think I've had a better version of this in Boston that was a bit creamier and had more roe and less vegetables at Ittoku. They do have steak here, but I actually prefer the skewers. Short rib with onion was way better as a skewer and so juicy! We did order cocktails, but I don't think they were anything special. Next time, I'll just probably get a Asahi beer to pair with all this fatty meat. read more

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I went to nonono for dinner with a former coworker on a Wednesday night. It should be called Yes Yes Yes because of how delicious it is! We ended up ordering two rounds worth of yakitori. I also ordered a basil cocktail which was very tasty and he had one of their sake selections. It was my first time there and I was visiting in New York so I wanted to make sure it was worth the time. The service was also fantastic and attentive. We sat downstairs this time around but would be curious to see what their upstairs experience is like. read more

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I am not one to eat a lot of different types of meats, but everything was cooked and flavored deliciously. After the first skewer, I was excited to try everything! Though I really enjoyed everything we ordered, I think the curry was my favorite dish. Also the desserts were amazing, not too sweet! Our server was quick and came by the refill our water a couple of times which was nice! It was super busy so I would recommend making a reservation. It wasn't too loud and we were still able to have good conversation! I would definitely recommend this place. read more

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I had quite a challenge on my hands. My friend was visiting from out of town, and I promised her two things: I'd take her to the Museum of Sex & we'd eat at a sushi restaurant. This may have been our final meeting for a long time, so I had to choose wisely. But thanks to nonono, I was able to fulfill my promise of giving my friend sushi that was conveniently nearby the museum, as well as other great attractions in the city. We had a reservation for 5:30pm, and when we arrived, at first we were told that we never reserved anything. But then, I spoke with another employee and they confirmed that I did confirm a spot that evening. I'm unsure why there was a confusion, with one employee having my name while the other didn't, but I thought it was important to note as it could've involved an issue with their system. We were seated upstairs and greeted by a kind waitress who tended to all of our needs, including pouring more water for us when she noticed we were running low. I loved the attentiveness and welcoming aura of the staff. Oftentimes, I heard them yelling, "Irasshaimase!" which means "Welcome!" in Japanese; this was done every time there was a new guest entering the building. I used to live in Japan, and it was so cool to know I still remembered the language and I was transported back to that time where I felt accepted in a foreign community. The setting for the restaurant can be a hit or miss. One might feel as though they're eating in a dull, unfinished building, while others would appreciate its down-to-earth, wooden design. Personally, I didn't mind it. I think it fed into the Asian culture of being minimalistic, devoid of materialistic pieces that would would steer away from the purpose of the dishes: to fill the guests' appetite with all-natural ingredients. So, if you're trying to wow your family or friends with a flashy establishment, this place is not for you. My friend & I ordered a lot of things that day. We had a rainbow roll, salmon tataki, yakitori chicken, and a shio paitan ramen bowl. While some food was really good, there were others than just missed the mark. The shio paitan was delicious, but also a tad too salty and the onion overpowered much of the chicken flavor I was hoping to get from the protein. I devoured most of the rainbow roll, even though it was to be shared, because my friend didn't like the pesto dressing. She also couldn't stomach the salmon tataki because of the avocado puree that coated the bottom of the fish. Just because she didn't like it doesn't mean it was bad, because I found it amazing, but I stress these contrasting thoughts because it may be useful for those interested in visiting with picky eaters. I knew long ago that my friend was picky, but she insisted on a sushi place. However, it might be hard to find a picky eater a dish they'll enjoy here, because a lot of Asian food includes many ingredients that create a unique flavor, and if they're squeamish with sauces, vegetables, or broths, then I'd find another place to eat. Nonono is best suited for guests that are comfortable eating high quality Japanese food, or are at least open to trying new things. For dessert I tried their Kuro goma, which is a black sesame pannacotta and my friend had the Gateau Chocolat, a chocolate cake with vanilla ice cream. Both were incredible, although the cake was super rich that even a person like me who loves sweets found it to be too powerful to consume all at once. My tip is to drench it with the ice cream to dilute the flavor. As for the Kuro goma...Oh my goodness, I would return just for that! I was a little scared to try it at first with its grey color that I've never seen for a dessert, but it was the perfect ending to a large dinner. Not too sweet, and not large enough to feel sickly full. Just enough to beg for more- even the tiny biscuit was incredible. As they say in Disney's Beauty & the Beast, "Try the grey stuff. It's delicious!" I would come here again with a different partner to share food with. Bringing a picky eater wasn't the smartest move, as this is meant for people who can enjoy complex flavors. I think people visiting from Japan could find a real comfort in stopping by here, as the staff enjoys creating a similar experience that they have cemented back in their country. But, this doesn't push anyone else away from trying out this lovely spot. I don't have one Asian bone in my body, yet I still love this kind of food. I truly think anyone could if they search for the right things. While I wouldn't say it was a perfect experience, I'm still glad that I tried it out because it opened my world view even more to food that I never thought I could like, including that black sesame panncotta. Seriously, you gotta try it! read more

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Food (4.7/5) - Loooove this place - My party of 2 got the eel bowl, Ika meshi, and cream curry udon - the cream curry udon was our favorite. We ordered it out of curiosity and it turned out to be so delicious - the eel bowl and the ika meshi were also delicious! I think I liked the eel bowl a little better since the latter is a little unmemorable - All meals were def shareable between 2 people - overall, a solid meal! Would recommend trying the cream curry udon! Service (5/5): - Standard, friendly service - No complaints Ambiance (5/5): - great for catching up with friends!! read more

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