Sari Marissa G.
Yelp
The food is phenomenal and precisely what you would expect and desire from Nobu!!
Their signature yellowtail with jalapeno is a must.
The sticky rice with spicy tuna is a fun DIY.
If you must order edamame, try the charred ones with Peruvian corn!
The mini tacos are the perfect bite (must order two). We went with lobster and king crab, and I cannot imagine it getting better than that.
The baby artichoke salad with truffle was insane, and if you're thinking, why waste time on that? I did too, and I was wrong.
The black cod is another cannot miss. The butter lettuce is the way to go!
The shrimp with spicy creamy is a dish we are all familiar with, but still worth ordering. Even the dressed greens underneath are stellar.
For dessert, the soba cha brown is unreal if you're a chocolate fan!!
Going with their made-for-Nobu sake is what I would start with. The "Devil Killer" was dry and perfect. Don't forget it's bad luck to pour for yourself!
Their lychee martini is their most popular, so I highly recommend heading there for the ladies!
Service from Alice was impeccable.
It was nice to meet the general managers greeting everyone into the space for the first nights.
Ressies via Open Table were easy, and they actually read what you write in the notes section, so don't hesitate to let them know any perennate info.
You can stop in for drinks at the bar or lounge and order any plates, even full meals, there, so if you are in the area last minute and don't have reservations, definitely try that! It's vibey and lovely, and yes, there's a TV for game-watching.
We sat in the "sunroom," which overlooked the boardwalk and ocean. We were able to catch a beautiful sunset.
Minor complaints: candles on each table would be so lovely (they have them in the lounge), and don't expect a Malibu crowd or celeb watching. You're definitely going to get tees and jeans and people stumbling off the casino floor using comps, but I say dress the part anyway and make it an occasion!!
It was an incredible meal, an awesome date night, and such a special experience celebrating 41. I can't wait to go back! So happy to have Nobu close by!