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    The Nori

    4.7 (1k reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 4:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    crispy brussel sprouts
    Iza G.

    i've been loving coming back for happy hour! :3 miso eggplant handroll and crispy brussel sprouts are still a favorite :) i tried the kake udon and i LOVE the broth. the tonkotsu ramen was good but the noodles were kinda chewy which i didn't love. i also tried the salmon kama which i definitely recommend and our server, billy, even told us the salmon collar is cut in-house! service is amazing and billy is so thorough and helpful :) i'm liking the vibes a lot more, the decor used to be more barren but it seems like paneling, the nori logo, and tvs/projectors were put up as of recently

    Crispy Rice Spicy Tuna
    Peter T.

    Came in on a Sunday about 30 minutes after opening and was seated after waiting for a few minutes. Service was solid and the handrolls were amazing. We got some miso soups on the house as an appetizer which was nice. Fish tasted really fresh and was good quality, on par with some of my favorite sushi places. Their hand rolls come with a plastic wrap around the nori to keep the nori from getting soggy before you get to them. Unlike some other handroll spots where you get handrolls one by one, our handrolls were served all at once, so the wrapper preserving the nori was very appreciated. Handrolls: Blue Crab 8/10, strong crab flavor Truffle Salmon 9/10, great truffle flavor throughout the roll, paired with the salmon really well Spicy Salmon 8.5/10, crispy bits added a fun texture Unagi (Eel) 9.5/10, some of the best eel i've had. The eel sauce too sweet compared to other places, which I really appreciated Salmon Belly 8/10, good but not as standout as the others Also got the crispy rice spicy tuna, which was solid but rice could have been a bit less dense. 7/10

    Happy hour menu 07.24.26
    Aaron J.

    Walked in and the ambiance was nice, so first impressions were promising. Unfortunately, the first red flag came within a minute of arriving. A couple who had been waiting next to us became frustrated and left because no one had greeted them or acknowledged they were there. We probably would have left too, but we had Ubered there and didn't want the trip to go to waste. We ordered mostly from the happy hour menu since the prices seemed reasonable. Unfortunately, the portions were smaller than expected, and the overall quality was just okay. I was especially looking forward to the oysters, but they were surprisingly bland and lacked the fresh flavor I was expecting. Overall, I really wanted to enjoy this place, but the service, food quality, and portion sizes didn't live up to the atmosphere. I wish I had a better experience.

    Spicy Salmon Skin Handroll, Spicy Tuna Handroll, Spicy Salmon Handroll
    Fatima E.

    Service is fantastic, our waiter was friendly and super helpful with all of our questions. The music is great. And, most importantly, the food is delicious. Their salmon skin Handroll was the best I've ever had. It's crispy but there's also a bit of salmon on there... just perfection. Really loved the other rolls too. The Yuzu Kanpachi was the only one that felt "okay". The A5 Wagyu melted in my mouth. All around, my husband and I just loved this place. Saving it for future visits!

    Blue Crab California Roll and Mango Salmon Roll
    Jenna R.

    Food: 3/5 Service: 5/5 Ambiance: 4/5 I had high hopes for this place but maybe I just didn't order the right items. Service was great. They gave us a complimentary Mango Salmon Carapaccio, which was good. Our servers were attentive to us and did a great job. Other food felt mid to me. Nothing I can't get for cheaper at another restaurant or an AYCE sushi bar. Rolls were generous with rice. My friend said her nori lover set was good, except the eggplant one. I liked my Spicy Tuna roll but did not like the Blue Crab California roll because it tasted like it had a lot of mayonnaise in it. Not pictured was the happy hour Crispy Tuna Rice and Gyoza that I ordered, which was good. I made a reservation via Yelp and at 6:30p it was empty. My friend and I were the only ones inside the restaurant. I would try this place again. I really want to try more of their hand rolls next time instead of their rolls. I do recommend trying this place out for yourself!

    Nori Lover $22.00 5 handrolls set with salmon, spicy tuna, blue crab, shrimp tempura, miso eggplant
    Jennifer S. M.

    I loved my lunch at The Nori! They served up some of best hand rolls I have tried in Las Vegas. We came by on Memorial Day right as it opened. Parking can be limited, but we had no problem. The moment we stepped in, we were greeted by the staff. The Nori offers many tables and sushi bar seating. After browsing the menu, my husband and I locked in on the Nori Lover Temaki Set and the Blue Crab Rainbow Roll. Billy the sever was personable knowledgeable the whole experience. He was kind enough to throw in another miso soup for us. Once we received everything, my mouth was watering at the looks of it all. My favorites from the Nori were the Blue Crab, Salmon and Miso Eggplant. They were fresh and delicious, I was happy we ordered another item to try! The 5 set is good for 1-2 people. The seaweed is wrapped in plastic to keep it fresh and not soggy. Billy taught us how to remove it properly. The Blue Crab Rainbow Roll was an elevated version of a traditional one. If you're a lover of blue crab, get this roll! Every bite was satisfying. I got full with two pieces left, but I pushed through because they were THAT good! Overall, the hype on The Nori exceeded my expectations. Add this to your list on your next Vegas visit.

    Sylvia S.

    Really delicious handrolls and high quality izakaya dishes. Service was prompt and friendly The truffle uni toro was the highlight, but the fish was generally fresh and tasty,

    Yuzu sorbet
    Anida M.

    What a concept! I love temakis because I don't have to commit to one roll for 8 bites! My best friend and I tried this place and ordered a bit of everything - silken tofu, baked scallops, hamachi crudo, and the following temakis in the order of our faves: 1. Dynamite bay scallop - so good! The sear flavor is 10/10! 2. Unagi - perfect flavor and hits the spot 3. Blue crab - so good and lots of crab 4. Yuzu Hokkaido scallops - so soft and delicious 5. Miso cod - probably the only one we wouldn't get again.. flavor was there but texture was kind of dry The hamachi crudo was one of the best I've had and the silken tofu flavor was amazing unlike anything I've ever had before. Also, I found my all time fave sorbet - yuzu!! So good! Server was very nice and the place was clean. Prices are also reasonable. We went on a Friday evening and it wasn't too busy. I can't wait to come back!

    Various temaki
    Ren G.

    Soooo good! I was in pure temaki heaven! I'm so happy we chose to have our late lunch here. Everything was impeccable--from our food, to the service, down to the ambiance of the place! Highly recommend and we'll definitely be back here!

    Salmon Poke with Housemade Chips
    Kat M.

    Food is excellent, the service is great, the ambiance is warm and welcoming! They have a bar top and table service. Daily Happy Hour from 2-4pm and 7pm-Close** Definitely a great local handroll spot, off the strip!

    Colby C.

    The Nori is fresh and crispy, super fun and unique experience. This lunch was also reasonably priced and filling. There's also extra add ons if you are still hungry. Would recommend to anyone looking for a fun sushi experience.

    MAY 2026 - Menu
    Kevin M.

    Add The Nori to your list of Las Vegas restaurants to visit NOW! I've had them bookmarked for a few months and would come across IG reels highlighting this restaurant. The temaki rolls are what sold us on making time to come here during a recent Vegas trip. The staff Billy was awesome! We were the first customers of the day and he greeted and seated us right away. He is full of personality and full of great hospitality. In our conversations, he mentioned he grew up in the SGV, which built a nice connection for us during this dining experience. Thery are most know for their Temaki options. Their handrolls are placed in a seaweed wrap with two plastics you pull apart as to preserve the freshness and keep the seaweed crisp. The menu offers an array of starters, soups, sashimi, specialty rolls, crudo bar and cut rolls. We ended up ordering "The Nori Lover" temaki set which was 5 pieces and also ordered the Blue Crab Rainbow Roll. Each set comes with a miso soup and Billy even another miso on the house. Once the dishes delivered the aesthetics of the presentation was amazing. It's easy to take great photos when the food already looks great. The freshness in all the Temaki was visually apparent. The Blue Crab Rainbow Roll was on the best options. Anything with blue crab is always appetizing. Every single Temaki was good! You are also given a soy sauce dropper as to now drench each handroll. We had a 5/5 experience during the early lunch hours. When the dishes match what you see online and taste great, you can't help but want to recommend it to others. We would come back again no questions asked. The selections would make you want to try as must as you could handle. The Nori delivered on all it's hype and delivered high quality service! Thanks, The Nori! ( ^_^)b

    Salmon handroll
    Lisha S.

    Perfect spot on a scorching Vegas day! We were so happy to find something light and refreshing during happy hour. The hand rolls are the perfect size, super fresh, and the crispy rice is amazing. Delicious and exactly what we needed. Highly recommend!

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    What time is happy hour?

    Happy Hour is Sunday-Thursday from 3pm-4pm and 8pm-close.

    Is this real Japanese sushi?

    What is real for you?

    Is anything shellfish allergy friendly?

    Everything is prepared at the same counter

    When is there best time to go? I want to avoid a long wait

    I went in at 11:30 and there were 3 parties including ours. I'd say before 1:30.

    Do you serve natto?

    They currently have Natto & Quail Egg on the Specials of the Day as of 2/4/2023

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    Ichiza 2 Hanare

    Ichiza 2 Hanare

    4.7
    (402 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Took my parents here on a Monday evening during the holiday, and it was very busy. I was very…read morefortunate in being able to get a reservation, and so glad that when I got there they had our seating ready to go for our reservation time. Other parties who walked in had to wait much longer! We enjoyed that each group gets their own individual enclosed seating area which makes it feel more private, and the menus were all around the walls with pictures which helped a lot. The food came out in a reasonable time and was solid. We enjoyed the smaller serving sizes so we could order more.

    This place is so cute! I absolutely love the private room concept and it gives your group its own…read morespace and privacy during dinner. It feels so Japanese! I've been to Japan many times, and whenever I can, I always reserve a private room. At Ichiza, you don't even need a reservation to get one, which was such a nice surprise. The restaurant's decor, from the walls to the overall atmosphere, feels like an authentic Japanese izakaya. I honestly felt like I was back in Japan! I really wish we had something like this in the Bay Area. The service was excellent. There's a call button at each table if you need anything, so you never feel like you're waiting too long. Even without pressing it, the staff checked on us often and were very attentive. We ordered so many dishes, and everything was amazing! The yakitori meatballs were incredibly juicy and flavorful. The ume shiso yellowtail tempura was one of my favorites--the combination of the plum and shiso made it so refreshing. The Okinawa soda was my favorite drink of the night. We also ordered the hamachi jalapeño, which was delicious. The vinegar sauce was perfectly balanced. The ika mentaiko tempura was excellent too, and the squid was so tender. Honestly, everything we ordered was delicious. There were so many dishes that I can't even list them all! We'll definitely be back. Every time we visit Las Vegas, Ichiza will be one of the first places on our list! P.S. Their restrooms were also very clean, which I always appreciate!

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    Ichiza 2 Hanare
    Tsukune and Pork and Green Onoins Yakitoi
    Tsukune and Pork and Green Onoins Yakitoi
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    Takumi Izakaya

    Takumi Izakaya

    4.6
    (215 reviews)
    2.6 mi
    $$

    Definitely worth it if youre not feeling AYCE…read more Went post gym during the Friday night 7pm dinner rush. But only had to wait 10 ish minutes for a table. Chirashi bowl was incredible. It included mackerel and squid which Im usually not a fan one but their cuts were delicious. Tables next to me seemed to enjoy their ramen and bento options. There was only 1 server but he was doing a good job holding the fort down with 8 tables, a full bar, and the phone ringing.

    Holy fucking freshness. This place far exceeded my expectations…read more A little over a month ago, I went to go check it out for a late night snack. It was about a hour to close and the restaurant was still packed with delivery orders being dished out left and right. I assumed the place was good but I wasn't trying to pay premium prices for a snack. The server recommended their chirashi bowl to get a sample of their fish and it was phenomenal. I knew I had to go back. Fast forward to today, I was excited to bring my family to this hidden gem not far from home. We ordered the omakase and what an experience. The moment our plates were empty, the server and chef seamless filled our table with new fresh cuts of fish. AND THE FISH WAS CRAAAAAAZZZZYYYYYY. hands down the freshest uni I've tried here in Vegas. Not only was the food 1000/10, I forgot to ask for the servers name but it was Quinn on the receipt so we're going with that. Quinn was a one man army. He was flying around the fully sat diner serving tables, bussing, taking phone orders and bringing such a calming atmosphere. I would highly highly highly recommend making the stop if you're in the area.

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    Melty Cheese Mentaiko Mayo Takoyaki
    Melty Cheese Mentaiko Mayo Takoyaki
    Tamago Dashi Yaki.

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    Tamago Dashi Yaki.
    Izakaya Tora

    Izakaya Tora

    4.2
    (136 reviews)
    4.4 mi

    Came on a Tuesday evening right before CES, and it was so unbelievably busy. We had to wait almost…read more30 minutes before we were seated. I don't think they are usually this busy though, as they were definitely understaffed that evening. Service was consistent throughout the night, and the servers were cheerful and doing their best to take care of everyone. The restaurants design is very relaxed, with some optional bar seating to watch the chefs cook and roast the skewers, with additional options for booths. After 10 PM, they offer a happy hour special with $5 hand rolls, cheap drinks, and basically half off of all their skewers, potatoes, and small bites. On the particular evening that we went, either they were extra busy and had too much customers from CES... but they ran out of sushi rice and did not have any hand rolls....How does a Japanese restaurant run out of rice??? We were super disappointed and ended up just getting skewers. Itzakaya Tora, you definitely need to step up your game and have better management in the future for these big events. I don't think they are that new of a restaurant, but they definitely let me down. Chicken and pork skewers ($2 per skewer, 7/10) - super juicy! You can definitely taste the charcoal and barbecue flavor. They do a great job of keeping each skewer, moist and juicy, that I didn't feel like I was eating burnt skewers like you get at some other restaurants. - $2 per skewer is pretty good for the happy hour deal, but I think it's much more expensive during the regular menu option. Don't think it would be particularly worth it with their regular menu. Overall, super disappointed that they didn't have any more of their sushi, rice and best do not have any $5 hand rolls during their happy hour. Also, the wait was super long to get in, and they were definitely understaffed. If they had all their food selections available, this would probably be a higher rating, but the long weight and lack of menu items was super disappointing.

    I went here for dinner with a buddy of mine recently and wanted to write a review because I've been…read morehere like four times this year. I have come by for happy hour multiple times which is when they do these $5 hand rolls, I could be wrong but I believe they are $5. I recall getting yellowtail and it's delicious. Izakaya Tora is a Japanese restaurant off of paradise really close to the strip and the sphere. It is fairly small, but they have non ayce sushi which does = higher prices but better quality. They have a pretty large menu of kitchen items, sake and drinks, and sushi and sashimi. At this visit we shared a scallop crudo that we liked, a yellowtail crudo that we loved, lamb chops were good, and I believe three rolls. One of the rolls we didn't like because they make the srirachi in house which was more sweet than spicy, but the others were good. I do like this place but it is not a quick stop type of place. It's a spot you come and hang out and take your time. Food can take some time but worth it with the quality and taste. It is also not cheap so more a quality over quantity situation. Service can be a little slow but pleasant. Overall I do like this spot for happy hour if I want a late night drink and bite of sushi.

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    Kinako Geso Age- Crispy Squid w/ Roasted Soybean
    Kinako Geso Age- Crispy Squid w/ Roasted Soybean
    Premium Sushi Bar
    Premium Sushi Bar
    Braised Gyutan- Tender ox tongue w/ charred scallion relish

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    Hachi

    Hachi

    4.5
    (1k reviews)
    4.0 mi
    $$

    I visited Hachi in Las Vegas with my family for my birthday celebration, and this dinner definitely…read moreturned into a night to remember. My family made a reservation because they wanted to celebrate my birthday, so I was really looking forward to it. When it is your birthday, even a small detail feels a little more important. You want the night to feel special, smooth, and happy from the beginning. Unfortunately, when we arrived, there seemed to be a small issue with the reservation, and the table we were given was much smaller than expected. Since we were there as a family for a birthday dinner, it felt uncomfortable at first. I have to be honest -- my mood was not great in the beginning. It was one of those moments where you think, "Oh no, is this how the night is going to start?" But then the food started coming out, and Hachi completely turned the night around. The first thing that changed my mood was the beer. The draft beer was served in an unbelievably icy-cold mug. It was not just cold -- it looked and felt like it had come straight out of a freezer. The foam was smooth, the beer was crisp, and the first sip was so refreshing that I almost forgot I had been upset a few minutes earlier. That beer alone deserves applause. Sometimes a perfect cold beer can fix a whole mood, and this one absolutely did. The biggest highlight of the night was the tuna toro. It was incredible. The texture was so soft and delicate that it almost felt like cotton candy melting in my mouth. Rich, buttery, fresh, and so smooth. It was the kind of bite that makes everyone at the table stop talking for a second. We loved it so much that we ordered it three times. Ordering the same dish three times says everything. It was not a maybe. It was not a "let's think about it." It was a clear yes every time. The skewers were also very good. The grilled meats had a nice smoky flavor, and they were seasoned well without being too salty. They paired perfectly with the icy beer. But the shrimp skewer was especially memorable. The shrimp had that perfect bouncy, juicy texture. It was grilled nicely, still tender, and full of natural sweetness. Some grilled shrimp can become dry or forgettable, but this one had personality. Small skewer, big impact. We also enjoyed several other izakaya-style dishes. The grilled shishito peppers with bonito flakes were simple but delicious, and they helped balance out the richer dishes. The grilled squid had a great smoky flavor and a chewy texture that went so well with beer. These are exactly the kinds of dishes that make izakaya dining so fun -- one bite, one sip, one more bite, and suddenly the table is full of happy people. The sashimi platter was fresh and beautifully served over ice. There was a nice variety, including tuna, salmon, white fish, scallop, and ikura. Everything looked clean and fresh, and the presentation made it feel even more enjoyable. But honestly, the toro was the star. I will probably remember that toro for a long time. My daughter ordered tonkatsu, and that was also a huge hit. Sometimes at restaurants like this, kids' dishes can feel like an afterthought, but this tonkatsu was really good. It was crispy, flavorful, and satisfying. Seeing my daughter enjoy her food made my birthday dinner even better. As a mom, when your child eats well and is happy, the whole meal suddenly feels more peaceful. That is just the truth. Overall, Hachi started with a little frustration because of the reservation issue and the small table, but the food and drinks completely saved the night. The icy-cold beer, the amazing tuna toro, the juicy shrimp skewer, and the tonkatsu were all memorable. The food was strong enough to make us forget the rough beginning, and by the end of the meal, we were all happy. Las Vegas has so many flashy restaurants, but Hachi has that casual, comfortable izakaya charm. It is the kind of place where you order many small dishes, share with the table, drink something cold, and let the night slowly become fun. I would definitely come back next time I am in Las Vegas. Next time, I already know what I am ordering first: an icy-cold beer and tuna toro. And honestly, I may order the toro twice from the beginning, because one order is definitely not enough.

    Food 5/5 their skewers are really good, great quality. The appetizer with squid, takoyaki, cappacio…read morewere also amazing Service 4/5 fast and efficient Ambiance 4/5 small place for great quality, always packed. We had reservations for 7 people, got in rigjt away

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    Bar area
    Yakitori.
    Yakitori.
    Seared Salmon Nigiri - delicious.

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    Seared Salmon Nigiri - delicious.
    Shigotonin

    Shigotonin

    4.7
    (576 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    Shigotonin is a delightful discovery off the Vegas strip (but may as well be on the strip…read moreconsidering the taste and quality of food here) in a small plaza. Chef Shuji runs the restaurant with his wife next to him in the kitchen. The fish here is flown in from Japan and of the highest quality as you can see from the sheen and fat marbling. The tuna melts in your mouth and bite after bite is a wonderful experience as you pair it with soy sauce, fresh Wasabi, yuzu Wasabi, or some combination of the condiments provided. This is also the first sushi restaurant I have ever been to that automatically brings out fresh Wasabi without having to ask. The portions are generous and we left feeling very satisfied. Even though we were very full, we took a look at the dessert menu. Not pictured here is a sweet potato with ice cream and brown sugar glaze. This dish on the menu was unassuming but the taste was so decadent. Quite possibly the best and sweetest sweet potato I have ever tasted. The chef slowly roasts them over a 2 hour period, rotating the potatoes every so slightly every 15 minutes. The sweet potato could be a dessert by itself, it was that good! Chef Shuji is a charming and funny host. He regularly comes out to greet his customers and makes sure they are enjoying their meal, very high-touch. If you know Japanese - even if it's just a few phrases, speak with him as he will be delighted. He was absolutely tickled when we said arigato and he shared that he is originally from Kyoto. Cannot wait to return to Shigotonin!

    Yummm. A splurge, but worth it…read more Their sakura box was delicious, as was their uni pasta. Service is nice and thorough and the boss man came to check in and chat with us.

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    Menu (soft opening)
    Oysters in olive oil
    Oysters in olive oil
    Salmon baguette with yuzu aioli

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    Salmon baguette with yuzu aioli
    Omakase Kyara Sake Bar

    Omakase Kyara Sake Bar

    4.7
    (207 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$$$

    **Overall: 4.75 Stars**…read more Imagine omakase but with a show. That's what you get here at Kyara Sake Bar. I went to Kyara on a date, but it wasn't the quiet or romantic kind of place I thought it'd be. Kyara had great service but they visit you every few minutes and explain things before each dish and they may cook something in front of you or show you the fish (like the actual real whole fish from the same catch you'd be eating)! When we were about to be served the wagyu beef dish, we were shown the certificate and our server explained all about the cow. I felt like I knew all about Bertha and joked that we just went through her photo album and yearbook. Like how was I supposed to eat Bertha now?!! Aiyahhhhh. Kyara may not be the romantic type of restaurant, but it was more memorable and more of an experience! It had may "wow" moments.

    If you're looking for a Omakase intimate setting, this place is it. We arrived at 830ish- no wait…read moreand were greeted and seated by a friendly young man. We had a choice for bar or table and we chose table. It was tucked in a corner so it felt intimate for me and husband. Menu was filled with some of our faves and some new things we never tried. Skewers were great esp the Wagyu- it was so good and tender. We enjoyed the agadashi tofu with was one of our faves here. Food was overall delicious and you can taste the freshness of the fish. We def want to come back and experience their dinner specials. Definitely a place to try if you're in the area

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    Blue crab handroll
    Blue crab handroll
    Negi Toro

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