Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

4.9

673 Reviews

$31 to $50

Sushi

115 Essex St, New York, NY 10002

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2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

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A Sophisticated Interpretation Of Traditional Japanese Cuisine

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

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

**As a small establishment, we can’t always guarantee a table, but we’re happy to ensure you have a wonderful experience at our bar dining area as well. For parties of 5 or more, we encourage you to give us a call to check on availability. We look forward to hosting you soon!**

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(646) 678-5020
Website
https://wabinori.com/home-2/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
115 Essex St, New York, NY 10002
Neighborhood
Lower East Side
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wine

What 673 people are saying

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.9Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

New York City
Sushi
Manhattan
Best Ambiance
Manhattan
Best Value
Manhattan
Innovative
Manhattan
Sushi

Review summary

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Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar offers a serene escape with its "pure zen" ambiance, reminiscent of "a hidden alley in Tokyo." Delight in the "luxurious" Bluefin Chutoro and "addictive" Unagi handrolls. The staff is "super chill" and make you feel at home. Perfect for a memorable dining experience.

673 Reviews

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Azure
Greater Boston1 review
1.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The food here was very bad. Definitely do not recommend
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Ava Christine
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated my birthday at Wabi Nori 🎉 The cozy ambiance, the fresh nigiri, and that Goccia Tiramisu made my day unforgettable. Thank you for the sweet surprise at the end!
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Benjamin Mark
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was faster than my Wi-Fi at home 😂 Plus, that Spicy Tuna handroll was life-changing. I'm moving in.
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William Patrick
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Honestly, I thought a handroll was just “some sushi in a cone,” but after trying the 5 Handroll Set here, my standards are ruined forever. Plus, their Japanese Mule cocktail??? Dangerous. So good I almost ordered three (but my dignity said no).
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Sophia Jane
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had the 4 Handroll Set and it was simply perfect. The freshness of the salmon and the buttery texture of the bay scallop were outstanding. Wabi Nori clearly respects the craft of sushi. A place worth visiting for serious sushi lovers.
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Nova
Unspecified5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very tasty! Karaage was super crunchy and spicy tuna handroll wow just woww. Love the wooden clean vibe too.
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Sophia
Unspecified4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Kyoto Matcha IPA was so smooth, I forgot it was beer. Thought it was a cozy memory.
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Benjamin
Unspecified5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server explained every dish like it was a story. By the end, I didn’t just eat—I traveled.
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Emily
Cologne5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came for a “quick bite” before the movie. We missed the movie. Worth it.
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Michael
Unspecified5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Yellowtail sashimi looked like a little piece of sunrise on a plate.
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Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar is rated 4.9 stars by 673 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Apr 27, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

115 Essex St, New York, NY 10002

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lower East Side
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri–Sun 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://wabinori.com/home-2/
Phone number
(646) 678-5020

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

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