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Norikase is Jacksonville’s NEWEST modern Japanese restaurant, conveniently located next to Tinseltown movie theater off Southside. Whether you are looking for a place to unwind, a business gathering, or planning a date night, it offers an upscale dining room with an ambiance of sleek sophistication and contemporary decor. Our ingredients are sourced from Japan, ensuring the freshest and highest quality fish. It is also a great place to grab a craft cocktail at the newly renovated bar! Since we are in the soft opening phase, reservations are recommended to provide the best hospitality.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 9734 Deer Lake Ct #11, Jacksonville, FL 32246
Phone: (904) 683-3380
Website: https://norikase.com/
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Michael Yang
Let me start out by saying that yes, I am a sushi and sake snob (amongst others). This is probably the best sushi place I have ever been to….amd that’s saying a lot.
The service is a 5 star and her food is a Michelin star quality. I was not able to do the omakase (can’t imagine how great that is cause my wife does not eat raw.
The presentation and atmosphere is very sophisticated. The person that pulls everyone together is Emily. She was so attentive and recommends the best dishes and sake.
Coming from Southern California we are used to great sushi. However, this place is the epitome of a sushi experience.
… moreThe service is a 5 star and her food is a Michelin star quality. I was not able to do the omakase (can’t imagine how great that is cause my wife does not eat raw.
The presentation and atmosphere is very sophisticated. The person that pulls everyone together is Emily. She was so attentive and recommends the best dishes and sake.
Coming from Southern California we are used to great sushi. However, this place is the epitome of a sushi experience.
Timpletimp
My wife and I went here for date night because she had mentioned before that I never take her out anywhere fancy. So like any listening husband I took note and this place far exceeded both of our expectations. It’s pricier than any of the cheaper restaurants I’ve ever taken her to (McDonald’s, Wendy’s…), but that’s because the food is fresh and S-tier. Ms. Emily was our waitress and she was super informative on each dish. I felt like she was even telling us the origin story of each fish. We even got to taste caviar for the first time together! (I don’t really care for caviar now, but it was nice to feel like a rich person for one night.) If you have a distinguished palate, then you should definitely check this restaurant out though.
… moreSkye 101401
Absolutely amazing. My partner and I went here to celebrate his new job and this visit was nothing short of amazing. Kirsten, our server, was incredibly attentive, I swear I couldn’t finish a single glass of water before it was refilled. The food was amazing, we ordered the Crudo Tasting as well as a few other pieces of sashimi and nigiri. Everything was phenomenal. 10/10 We can’t wait to come back for the Omakase experience!
… moreRyan Pavlus
Probably in the top 5 restaurants in Jacksonville. Make a reservation… The restaurant itself is great, we had a booth for two and they are very comfortable. There was some background music but at the perfect level where it’s not to loud or to quiet. The place is staffed very well, and the food and drinks come out on time. The crudo platter was amazing and I’ve been thinking about the Sushi ever since eating it. The Toru Sashimi was so delicious. It is pricey and 20% gratuity is included in the bill but it’s worth it.
… moretracey Ng
If you’re looking for a birthday dinner that feels truly special, 13-course omakase is the way to go. From the moment we sat down, the team made the evening feel celebratory without ever being over-the-top.
Every course was a tiny work of art. Highlights for me:
Toro nigiri—melt-in-your-mouth and perfectly balanced.
Seasonal sashimi flight—delicate slices that tasted like the ocean in the best way.
A warm, umami-packed miso broth served mid-meal that refreshed the palate for the final bites.
The pacing was spot on: just enough time to savor each piece while still keeping the excitement for what was next. The chefs explained the ingredients and origin of each fish with genuine enthusiasm, which added so much to the experience.
Ambiance-wise, the café strikes that sweet spot between upscale and intimate. Lighting was soft, the counter seating let us watch the precision knife work up close, and the background music stayed pleasantly low.
For a birthday dinner, it felt like the perfect combination of luxury and warmth. Price-wise, it’s definitely a splurge, but every bite—and the personal attention—makes it worthwhile.
Bottom line: If you’re celebrating a special occasion in Jacksonville and love sushi, book the 13-course omakase at Norikase. It’s a memory you’ll talk about long after the candles are blown out.
… moreEvery course was a tiny work of art. Highlights for me:
Toro nigiri—melt-in-your-mouth and perfectly balanced.
Seasonal sashimi flight—delicate slices that tasted like the ocean in the best way.
A warm, umami-packed miso broth served mid-meal that refreshed the palate for the final bites.
The pacing was spot on: just enough time to savor each piece while still keeping the excitement for what was next. The chefs explained the ingredients and origin of each fish with genuine enthusiasm, which added so much to the experience.
Ambiance-wise, the café strikes that sweet spot between upscale and intimate. Lighting was soft, the counter seating let us watch the precision knife work up close, and the background music stayed pleasantly low.
For a birthday dinner, it felt like the perfect combination of luxury and warmth. Price-wise, it’s definitely a splurge, but every bite—and the personal attention—makes it worthwhile.
Bottom line: If you’re celebrating a special occasion in Jacksonville and love sushi, book the 13-course omakase at Norikase. It’s a memory you’ll talk about long after the candles are blown out.
Whitney Baez
For me this is a one and done type of restaurant. Loved the atmosphere and everyone was nice. It’s a seasonal menu- we ate here in January and it was still the fall menu… It’s more of an experience. The food wasn’t bad but it wasn’t great either. Then there’s a mandatory 20% SERVICE charge no matter the group size. If you have an extra 100+ to spend try it out.
… moreArmann Huerta
Norikase sets a new standard for high-end, modern, and gourmet sushi in Jacksonville!!
Every aspect of this restaurant reflects a commitment to excellence — from the attentive, professional staff to the meticulous detail in every dish.
I had the pleasure of experiencing their Omakase, and I have to say: it was worth every single penny. Each course was an elegant work of art, prepared with visible skill, care, and passion right in front of us. The entire experience felt on par with a Michelin-star level restaurant.
The atmosphere only adds to the experience, with a bar program that is easily one of the best in Jacksonville. The cocktails are crafted with precision and creativity — a true highlight of the evening.
Norikase is everything you could hope for in a fine dining sushi experience and more. It deserves to be recognized among Jacksonville’s finest!
A special thank you to the wonderful staff who made the night unforgettable — to Jorge, the mastermind behind the bar, and to Chefs Francis and Joseph for their artistry and hospitality.
… moreEvery aspect of this restaurant reflects a commitment to excellence — from the attentive, professional staff to the meticulous detail in every dish.
I had the pleasure of experiencing their Omakase, and I have to say: it was worth every single penny. Each course was an elegant work of art, prepared with visible skill, care, and passion right in front of us. The entire experience felt on par with a Michelin-star level restaurant.
The atmosphere only adds to the experience, with a bar program that is easily one of the best in Jacksonville. The cocktails are crafted with precision and creativity — a true highlight of the evening.
Norikase is everything you could hope for in a fine dining sushi experience and more. It deserves to be recognized among Jacksonville’s finest!
A special thank you to the wonderful staff who made the night unforgettable — to Jorge, the mastermind behind the bar, and to Chefs Francis and Joseph for their artistry and hospitality.
Daniel Bitter
My wife and I were looking forward to a great dinner with another couple, but we left feeling disappointed given the price point and expectations.
When our server first approached the table, she took the drink orders from the two ladies and then left before asking my friend and I what we would like. She didn’t return until their drinks were ready, which wasn’t less than 10 minutes. Only then did she realize we were still waiting, took our orders, and left again. We felt like we were left to twiddle our thumbs and watch our ladies sip their drinks. Note that we arrived at 5:45 and the dining area was not very busy.
When the drinks arrived, my friend and I were confused. I had ordered a mezcal-based drink, and he ordered one with a berry garnish, yet his arrived with smoky notes while mine did not. We ended up swapping and both enjoyed what we had, but it was a strange mix-up that wasn’t fielded by the bartender or the server at an upscale restaurant.
The server also moved very slowly and deliberately throughout the meal, almost in a processional manner. It’s possible she was dealing with an injury and doing her best, but service overall felt sluggish.
Another issue was with water service. My wife ordered a bottle of filtered water, but her glass was topped off with tap water before we noticed. The server apologized and brought a new glass, but it nearly happened again when a different staff member approached. The restaurant really needs a clearer way to distinguish water choices at the table.
Although our party of four remained polite and didn’t raise these concerns during the meal, an automatic 20% gratuity was added to the bill. For a four-top, that felt excessive, especially given the service issues. We certainly wouldn’t have stiffed our server, but the experience didn’t warrant a full automatic 20%.
All of this gives us pause before returning to Norikase. I’ve chosen not to include the server’s name from the receipt photo because this seems more like a training and systems issue than a problem that should be pinned on one individual. My hope is that management addresses it at a broader level.
Thank you so much for your attention to this matter.
… moreWhen our server first approached the table, she took the drink orders from the two ladies and then left before asking my friend and I what we would like. She didn’t return until their drinks were ready, which wasn’t less than 10 minutes. Only then did she realize we were still waiting, took our orders, and left again. We felt like we were left to twiddle our thumbs and watch our ladies sip their drinks. Note that we arrived at 5:45 and the dining area was not very busy.
When the drinks arrived, my friend and I were confused. I had ordered a mezcal-based drink, and he ordered one with a berry garnish, yet his arrived with smoky notes while mine did not. We ended up swapping and both enjoyed what we had, but it was a strange mix-up that wasn’t fielded by the bartender or the server at an upscale restaurant.
The server also moved very slowly and deliberately throughout the meal, almost in a processional manner. It’s possible she was dealing with an injury and doing her best, but service overall felt sluggish.
Another issue was with water service. My wife ordered a bottle of filtered water, but her glass was topped off with tap water before we noticed. The server apologized and brought a new glass, but it nearly happened again when a different staff member approached. The restaurant really needs a clearer way to distinguish water choices at the table.
Although our party of four remained polite and didn’t raise these concerns during the meal, an automatic 20% gratuity was added to the bill. For a four-top, that felt excessive, especially given the service issues. We certainly wouldn’t have stiffed our server, but the experience didn’t warrant a full automatic 20%.
All of this gives us pause before returning to Norikase. I’ve chosen not to include the server’s name from the receipt photo because this seems more like a training and systems issue than a problem that should be pinned on one individual. My hope is that management addresses it at a broader level.
Thank you so much for your attention to this matter.
Judith S
Went to the omakase for my husband’s birthday. It totalled almost $600 with only 8oz of liquor. $120 of that was mandatory 20% service charge for someone to seat and get you drinks and everyone else to hand you a plate over a counter – even after you prepay online, they keep adding it onsite. Could not understand a word from the drinks expert speaking super quickly with a thick accent. Just unacceptable that’s not a personal decision based on your experience.
Food was mediocre at best. Chef has an immature palate, fails to edit, doesn’t seem experienced – about 2 too many things on every course. For example chawamushi with fois Gras, white eel and the sugary top of brulee. Fail (sugar and liver?) . When I mentioned this to him upon his asking for feedback, I got that this was a “modern” restaurant and I’d probably like Black Pearl better. In other words he’s clueless. They use primary less expensive fish (snapper, etc) and extremely small, thin cuts (1oz?) – too small actually to really enjoy the experience. Bone dry overcooked salmon. Uni piece smaller than I’ve ever seen worldwide at about half of my pinky finger. To add insult to injury we got a tiny popcorn snack box upon leaving, get home, and popcorn so stale it was inedible.
Loud atmosphere. Complete disappointment and giant waste of time and money.
… moreFood was mediocre at best. Chef has an immature palate, fails to edit, doesn’t seem experienced – about 2 too many things on every course. For example chawamushi with fois Gras, white eel and the sugary top of brulee. Fail (sugar and liver?) . When I mentioned this to him upon his asking for feedback, I got that this was a “modern” restaurant and I’d probably like Black Pearl better. In other words he’s clueless. They use primary less expensive fish (snapper, etc) and extremely small, thin cuts (1oz?) – too small actually to really enjoy the experience. Bone dry overcooked salmon. Uni piece smaller than I’ve ever seen worldwide at about half of my pinky finger. To add insult to injury we got a tiny popcorn snack box upon leaving, get home, and popcorn so stale it was inedible.
Loud atmosphere. Complete disappointment and giant waste of time and money.
Damian Di Florio
My wife and I went for Omakase last night. This is by far the best sushi I’ve had in Jacksonville and the best sushi experience I’ve ever personally had so far. The chef and assistants were personable. The bartender and wait staff were very attentive and kind. The fish is flown in from various parts of the world and is incredibly fresh. It was expensive, but worth it for a special occasion. Go for the sake pairing if you get Omakase! I hope this place brings in at least one Michelin star (or more). We really enjoyed our experience, excited to go back!
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