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Address: 399 Chestnut Hill Ave, Brookline, MA 02445
Phone: (617) 383-5652
Website: http://norinori.kitchen/
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Reviews
eileen li
Everything was so good IDK where to start. First, appetizers, the nori fries were SOOO good. The fries are soft inside and crunchy outside, seasoned well with nori and other seasonings. The mentaiko dip compliments the flavors and with a hint of truffle makes it a delightful experience. Handrolls are just like the ones at Matsunori, just slightly smaller, but not lacking of any flavors. The main course: bento boxes, my friend and I got the Yakiniku and the Maple Mustard Fish Chips. Both super delicious, and melt in your mouth. It comes with rice, miso soup, and a flavorful salad. Which flavors all compliments each other.
Service was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was clean and unique. Really good, def recommend people to eat here!
Parking was easy, parking lot was less than a minute walk away.
… moreService was friendly and attentive. The atmosphere was clean and unique. Really good, def recommend people to eat here!
Parking was easy, parking lot was less than a minute walk away.
Nina Lu
The atmosphere and music were very cool. everyone was very friendly and welcoming, I arrived at 6pm and there was already a good amt of ppl, looked really packed and the food came out super quickly and was super delicious!
The toro takuan handroll tasted really fresh and was the perfect bite. The takuan highlighted the freshness of the toro and was defiantly my favorite handroll of the night! The beef tongue was super high quality meat, would recommend to everyone that comes!
The service was excellent and they always made sure to check up on us and ask how everything was. 100% will be back, great dining experience!
… moreThe toro takuan handroll tasted really fresh and was the perfect bite. The takuan highlighted the freshness of the toro and was defiantly my favorite handroll of the night! The beef tongue was super high quality meat, would recommend to everyone that comes!
The service was excellent and they always made sure to check up on us and ask how everything was. 100% will be back, great dining experience!
Pack Katisomsakul
Norinori, the service is definitely top notch. The beef tongue bento box was excellent. I liked the dipping sauce that came with the beef tongue set, but I preferred the sauce that came with the roll even more. I just feel like it tastes better with the soy sauce for my personal preference. I ordered the miso butter cod also, and it was very good. It was pleasant, easy to eat, I really enjoyed a hint of miso favor and aroma.
Overall, the sides were good. The miso soup was amazing, and the salad that came with the meal was very enjoyable. The service was excellent. The food came out quickly and smoothly, and the whole experience felt easy and comfortable. The environment was great. Overall, it was an excellent experience and I would definitely come back.
… moreOverall, the sides were good. The miso soup was amazing, and the salad that came with the meal was very enjoyable. The service was excellent. The food came out quickly and smoothly, and the whole experience felt easy and comfortable. The environment was great. Overall, it was an excellent experience and I would definitely come back.
Ryan Lee
Where do i even start ? Nori Nori ? More like yummy yummy ! Upon entering, the lighting and design of the restaurant captivate your eyes immediately. the menu is not too complex so navigating through was nice and easy. I had to start off the with the nori fries and i’ve got to say im a huge fan. The fries themselves were delicious but the nori seasoning is something i’ve never tried before. They were so addicting that i could not stop eating them and ended up ordering 2 servings of them. I then tried the chicken nanban and the maple mustard fish chips. The chicken nanban consists of a juicy and tender piece of fried chicken with a japanese style egg salad and the combination of those ingredients find a perfect balance. The fried chicken itself seems lighter and almost feels healthy in the best way possible if you can believe it. The maple mustard that comes with the maple mustard fish and chips reminded me of honey mustard but if the flavor was intensified and cooked to be more rich with juicy, break apart upon touch, pieces of cod. i tried all 3 of the beef options and ive got to say the beef tongue and yakiniku are on another level. Such high quality meat being served, all seasoned perfectly ! The most underrated part of the meal was the rice. The rice that they use is out of this world. I could not stop eating rice with every bite. Trust me when i say it is the MOST addicting part of the meal. Definitely would recommend getting dinner here for a date or any type of gathering as the vibes are great and the food is delicious !
… moreAlisa Tran
I went to NoriNori during their soft opening and tried the Yakiniku, Beef Tongue, and Miso Cod bento boxes. The highlight of the meal was definitely the beef tongue. It was cooked perfectly and paired really well with their special rice.
We also ordered the nori fries twice because they were that good. The nori seasoning with the mentaiko mayo was super addicting. Another standout was the handrolls. Coming from someone who loves Matsunori, I really appreciated how affordable they were. The toro takuan handroll is a must order if you go.
Our server was amazing. She did a great job introducing the menu, recommending items, and checking in on us throughout the meal. She was super attentive and always cleared our plates quickly.
The overall vibe was very casual with dim lighting and a location close to Boston College. This feels like a great spot for college students or anyone looking for an easy, casual meal with really good quality food. I highly recommend!
… moreWe also ordered the nori fries twice because they were that good. The nori seasoning with the mentaiko mayo was super addicting. Another standout was the handrolls. Coming from someone who loves Matsunori, I really appreciated how affordable they were. The toro takuan handroll is a must order if you go.
Our server was amazing. She did a great job introducing the menu, recommending items, and checking in on us throughout the meal. She was super attentive and always cleared our plates quickly.
The overall vibe was very casual with dim lighting and a location close to Boston College. This feels like a great spot for college students or anyone looking for an easy, casual meal with really good quality food. I highly recommend!
Vivi Duong
I came in with my friends for dinner and we all enjoyed our experience at Norinori! We were taken care of by Annie and Henry who were very attentive and communicative. I ordered the beef tongue bento box, nori fries, ikura handroll, and toro takuan handroll. Everything was delicious with the nori fries being my personal favorite! They were super addicting and I couldn’t stop eating it so I had to order another one haha. The location is fabulous with a parking lot and the green line station conveniently nearby so it’s very accessible by either car or MBTA. I’m looking forward to coming back again soon!
… moreHelen Loc
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We ordered the beef tongue and yakiniku bento box, along with the nanban and shoyu chicken bento boxes. Both were absolutely delicious, and the shoyu chicken was especially flavorful. The nori fries were incredible. The hand rolls were generously made with so much fresh fish; our favorites were the miso butter cod and salmon ikura.
The service was extremely quick and kind. Kevin and his team did a wonderful job! Thank you!!
… moreThe service was extremely quick and kind. Kevin and his team did a wonderful job! Thank you!!
Jennifer Nguyen
We had such a great experience at NoriNori! We ordered a bunch of handrolls and bento boxes — everything was incredibly fresh and high quality. Our server, Shandelle, was so friendly and accommodating, especially with our table’s allergies. The atmosphere was great with fun music and an inviting vibe — perfect for a date night or a fun outing with a big group. Excellent food, amazing service, and a lively ambiance. We’ll definitely be coming back!
… moreTracy Le
the notoro group recently just opened another restaurant and it was another amazing handroll experience & they added bento boxes!!! The fish was incredibly fresh, the rice was perfectly seasoned, and every handroll was made to order so it came out warm, crisp, and perfectly balanced. My personal favorite was the beef tounge bento it was super tender and not overcooked at all. You can really taste the quality and care in each bite. Shandelle is such an attentive server and it was a pleasure being served by her. will definitely be coming back whenever i need my sushi fix!!
… moreSteven Dinh
NoriNori’s soft opening in Brookline was an amazing experience.
We ordered every protein from the bento box portion of the menu and everything was cooked to perfection. They were all tender, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care and intention. The flavors across the dishes were beautifully balanced, never too overpowering, allowing each ingredient to shine.
The handrolls were especially impressive. They were without a doubt up to par with Notoro group’s standard; with an ideal rice to protein ratio that made every bite satisfying without feeling heavy.
The ambience was just as thoughtfully executed as the food. The restaurant feels cozy yet spacious, with striking accent lighting built into the walls that perfectly complements the overall aesthetic. It was an inviting space that felt modern and warm at the same time.
The staff truly elevated the experience. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and polite throughout our visit. Our server Annie was amazing, checking in just enough to ensure everything was perfect without ever being intrusive. Daniel also jumped in to assist without hesitation, whenever Annie was busy with other parties, which really shows the strong teamwork and guest-first culture values they’ve already solidified within their team.
As for the managers as well, Kevin and Louis, who took the time to stop by our table and ask for feedback on the dishes. It’s clear to me that they genuinely care about refining the menu and delivering the best possible experience ahead of their grand opening.
NoriNori is already off to a strong start, I can’t wait to come back and see whats to come.
… moreWe ordered every protein from the bento box portion of the menu and everything was cooked to perfection. They were all tender, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care and intention. The flavors across the dishes were beautifully balanced, never too overpowering, allowing each ingredient to shine.
The handrolls were especially impressive. They were without a doubt up to par with Notoro group’s standard; with an ideal rice to protein ratio that made every bite satisfying without feeling heavy.
The ambience was just as thoughtfully executed as the food. The restaurant feels cozy yet spacious, with striking accent lighting built into the walls that perfectly complements the overall aesthetic. It was an inviting space that felt modern and warm at the same time.
The staff truly elevated the experience. Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and polite throughout our visit. Our server Annie was amazing, checking in just enough to ensure everything was perfect without ever being intrusive. Daniel also jumped in to assist without hesitation, whenever Annie was busy with other parties, which really shows the strong teamwork and guest-first culture values they’ve already solidified within their team.
As for the managers as well, Kevin and Louis, who took the time to stop by our table and ask for feedback on the dishes. It’s clear to me that they genuinely care about refining the menu and delivering the best possible experience ahead of their grand opening.
NoriNori is already off to a strong start, I can’t wait to come back and see whats to come.