Nori Restaurant

I visited this restaurant and my experience was excellent from start to finish. As a starter, I tried the Krab Dragoon, which was delicious, with a crunchy texture and a fresh flavor that whetted my appetite. The main course was Pad Thai noodles with chicken and steak—simply spectacular! It had the perfect balance of salty, sweet, and slightly spicy, with fresh and well-prepared ingredients. To top it all off, I ordered the fried ice cream, which exceeded my expectations: crispy on the outside, creamy and sweet on the inside, and very attractively presented. In addition to the food, I want to highlight the service. Our server, Airin L, was excellent: very attentive, friendly, and always attentive to details. She made sure we didn't miss anything and even added extra touches that made the experience even more special.

All I can say is WOW! Absolutely the best red curry I’ve ever had! Service was excellent and the staff was happy and smiling throughout our meal. Really an outstanding experience!

Revisit Nori for their 4 year Anniversary. August 9th, 2025! Happy 4th Anniversary, Nori Fusion Asian Restaurant! 🎉 For the past four years, Nori has been our go-to spot for fresh flavors, warm hospitality, and consistently exceptional food. Every visit feels like coming home — whether it’s dining in, catering for a work lunch, or enjoying their beautifully prepared party platters at home. Their sushi rolls are always made to perfection, using the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. And it’s not just the sushi — from curries to hibachi, every dish reflects the same dedication to flavor and presentation. This anniversary visit was a true feast: 🍣 Spicy Tuna Roll & St. John’s Roll — fresh, flavorful, and perfectly balanced. 🥥 Indonesian Beef Rendang — melt-in-your-mouth beef in creamy coconut milk. 🌶️ Red Thai Curry — rich, aromatic, with just the right kick. 🍵 Green Tea & Thai Tea — the perfect finish. Nori isn’t just a restaurant — it’s a family-owned labor of love, complete with a sushi bar, wine bar, and full-service dining. They’ve brought the best of sushi, hibachi, and Asian fusion to Jacksonville and northern St. Johns County, and it shows in every bite. Here’s to the amazing owners and staff — thank you for four years of unforgettable meals and memories. 🥂 Wishing you many more! 📍 Nori Restaurant | 304 Ashourian Ave, St. Augustine, FL ✨ Go celebrate with them and taste the magic for yourself! Follow @norirestaurants for their latest dishes & specials. ———————————————— Earlier reviews below. Nori Restaurant: A Flavor-Packed Culinary Adventure! Just when I thought Nori couldn’t get any better, they rolled out some incredible new menu items that took my taste buds on a journey! Every bite was packed with bold flavors and fresh ingredients—exactly why this spot remains my go-to sushi restaurant. Here’s what we indulged in: 🥗 Spring Vegetable Rolls – Light, fresh, and the perfect start. 🍢 Chicken Satay – Tender, flavorful, and grilled to perfection. 🍣 Hawaii & Pink Panther Rolls – A must-try for sushi lovers, bursting with vibrant flavors. 🍛 Red Masaman Curry with Shrimp & Fried Rice – Creamy, rich, and deeply satisfying. 🥩 Indonesian Beef Rendang – Slow-braised in coconut milk and aromatic spices—pure heaven on a plate. 🍵 Matcha Ice Cream – Smooth, creamy, and the perfect sweet ending. If you’re craving top-notch sushi and Asian fusion dishes, Nori never disappoints. Can’t wait to come back for another round!

This is my go-to sushi spot in the area (Durbin, Bartram, and 210) I can’t believe I haven’t left a review yet! I’ve been here a bunch of times because their sashimi is always top-notch. They have Ootro or scallops that I love. After my favorite sushi chefs left, Nori hired a new sushi chef who used to work at a fancy sushi restaurant. He’s making some great sushi rolls and other dishes too! I think the price is great for the quality. They also serve many other asian dishes like Japanese Yakisoba, Thai curry, Korean dishes, and Indonesian food.

If you're looking for an unforgettable dining experience that blends bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and beautiful presentation, look no further than Nori. This Asian fusion restaurant is an absolute standout, and after my recent visit, I can confidently say it's one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time. I ordered the yakisoba, and it was nothing short of phenomenal. The ambiance at Nori is modern, warm, and inviting, with attentive service that makes you feel right at home. Whether you're going out for a casual dinner or a special occasion, this place hits the mark. Highly recommend Nori to anyone who appreciates expertly crafted Asian cuisine with a creative twist. I’ll definitely be back to try more of the menu—if the yakisoba is any indication, I’m in for a treat.

I had a fantastic dining experience at Nori! The atmosphere is warm and inviting. The food is absolutely excellent, especially the sushi rolls, every dish was flavorful. I’m in love with the fried ice cream for dessert; it was incredibly delicious and the perfect way to end the meal. On top of that, the staff are so friendly and attentive. I highly recommend Nori to anyone looking for quality food and a welcoming ambiance! Ps: The staff are so funny so I asked them for the picture :)))

Took my wife here for her birthday and it was an incredible experience! Phenomenal food and a fantastic staff, we'll be back for sure. :)

I have ordered food from here several times. It's hit or miss sometimes with the sushi. It's not the worst but not the best. The atmosphere is good and they customer service is great.

Leaving another review for Nori because they never disappoint! Not only is it our go to date night spot, but it's also where our kids choose to celebrate their birthdays. The staff makes birthdays extra special (sorry adults, it's just for the kids!). For my daughter's birthday, they brought out fried ice cream with a candle and sang the sweetest version of "Happy Birthday", it was such a beautiful moment (I had to cut the video short but it was priceless). As always, the food was amazing. We ordered the Nori wings, spring rolls, steamed gyoza, Poké bowl, Fuji rolls, hibachi chicken, and ginger salad.... every single dish was fresh and delicious. The highlight was how the staff went above and beyond to make my daughter feel celebrated. It's no wonder all my kids choose to spend their birthdays at Nori.

This shopping center looks brand new and there was plenty of parking. We went for a late lunch and really enjoyed everything we got. The wings had a great crunch and sauce, just wish there were more. The chicken satay was good but the sauce as lacking flavor. Their sushi was really good and fresh. We would definitely go back.

Wow, I heard great things about Nori recently, especially the wings. Wow! Everything is great. The wings are the best! Garage Up approved! Garage Up First Coast 904-441-0672

Went to get some decent Thai food and found this place. Atmosphere is kind of stark but functional. Service was great. They need some IPAs on the menu but decent wine list for a place like this .. now the important part! For a place with a huge menu the Thai was damn close to authentic. Curries were creamy and very tasty, pad Thai was good as well but could have used a little more tamarind. Portions are plentiful. We will be back to work our way through the Thai choices and maybe some sushi as well !!

Had an amazing dining experience at Nori in St. Augustine! Just tried some new menu items, and wow--every bite was a flavor explosion! Spring Vegetable Rolls - fresh, crisp, and packed with flavor Chicken Satay - perfectly grilled with a delicious peanut sauce Hawaii & Pink Panther Rolls - fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented Red Masaman Curry with Shrimp & Fried Rice - rich, aromatic, and so comforting Indonesian Beef Rendang - braised in coconut milk & aromatic spices--absolute heaven! Matcha Ice Cream - creamy, smooth, and the perfect sweet ending The staff was incredibly friendly, service was quick, and the atmosphere was inviting--great for date night, family dinner, or just treating yourself. If you're looking for delicious sushi and Asian-inspired dishes in St. Augustine, Nori is a must-visit!

The service and sushi was amazing! Highly recommend coming here with your friends and getting a boat.

Good food and good service. We ordered the St John's Roll based on another Yelp review and it lived up to expectations - excellent. The Florida roll was just good (nothing extraordinary). Then again, it was not a specialty roll. Miso soup was nice given the cold temps outside. It was more generous than I typically get at other restaurants. Ditto for the hot sake. The inside is not fancy in any way. All in all, a nice experience.

Let me preface this with the fact that I was here with a group of ten people. Serving that many people and keeping the experience seamless is a skill that a lot of restaurants do not have. Nori not only handled the group beautifully, but when it came time to settle up the bill, despite several people trying to pick up different items, they managed it without issue. Neither my wife nor I are big fans of sushi so we both ordered the hibachi. My shrimp and steak were both cooked to perfection. The vegetables were under seasoned which left them feeling g a little bland. The sushi was a Huge (yes I capitalized the word huge intentionally) hit. Our group had ordered two separate sushi "boats" plus several additional rolls. There was not a single unhappy (or hungry) person left at the table.

A friend recommended this place so I had to try it out. It's close by so I was excited to check it out. We came in during lunch hour on a Saturday. We were seated quickly, I saw the 24k gold sushi roll so I got a piece from my friend's plate, it literally tasted like "nothing", just a typical sushi with eel sauce. My other rolls are pretty good but then again, it's very ordinary sushi. I do enjoy the open space and glass windows everywhere, very inviting atmosphere. But I don't think this will be my go-to sushi spot. Maybe I'm wrong but for what I paid, I would expect better quality sushi.

Beautiful ambiance inside and out. Excellent food and our server was incredible! She was very kind and took amazing care of us!! We tried several signature sushi rolls!! The St John's roll was my absolute favorite! It had the perfect balance of fabulous taste and great texture, plus visually appealing!! Definitely coming back for that again! I enjoyed the caterpillar roll covered in avocado! And the fried Dynamite roll was crunchy and delicious! The Vegas roll was just okay, it was the most expensive and tasted good, but needed some more texture and flavor. The noodles were decadent! Lovely sauce!! Everything we tried we liked!! We will be back again!! Highly recommend!! (And definitely get the St John's roll!! It was the favorite at our table of three!!) Enjoy!!

Great sushi, professional service. Pad Tai was excellent. Beer, wine and sake available.

A really nice spot to drop in for a quick meal service was fast. Food was hot and fresh. I had the dynamite roll and it was wonderful, my wife had hibachi which she said it was amazing. Though the restaurant was smaller in the pictures, but the natural light and custom murals made brought it to made it feel massive.

Nori is a restaurant near us so we come here often. Service is good as is the food. We like that they have a pretty varied cuisine across several Asian cultures. Sushi, Thai, Chinese and more. The restaurant is part of the shopping center on CR210. Great location on the corner. The interior has booths and tables. We enjoy the various dishes each time we visit.

Impromptu lunch at Nori while the wife and daughter were at the hair salon in the same shopping center, so I was pleasantly surprised to find Nori. Service was prompt and friendly and they offered a few Korean dishes, so I opted for the Bulgogi. It wasn't a traditional bulgogi dish, but still very tasty. My finicky son had the miso soup, which was much bigger than normal, filled up my son after adding some rice to his soup. Terrific find & will most likely come again during their next hair appointment. =)

I met friends there for lunch. The food was good. I graded it down for 4 reasons. 1) The appetizers arrived with our main meal. This completely defeats the purpose of an appetizer and just makes it a side dish that you don't even really want once the main meal gets there. 2) my friend asked for water and it tasted kind of funky so she went out and got her thermos from the car. I tasted it and agreed. 3) my friend and I asked for green tea, which was a cup of hot water with a teabag. We were never offered a refill and even if there had been a charge we would have gotten it. At least they could have offered more hot water. 4) two of us got noodle-based dishes that were like 98% noodles with very little discernible veggies with them. The food was decent and we will probably even go again and try to correct some of the issues.

Amazing food and incredible service! The wings and the poke are wonderful. You can never go wrong with Nori's food.

They gave me burnt pad thai, it was barely edible to be honest the only conditions im eating this if im homeless and haven't ate in weeks, im pretty sure the cooks are all mentally disabled because i dont think i could make a meal this bad if i tried the only reason they get two stars instead of one is because the customer service was good

I recently visited Nori for the first time for a business meeting, and had a good experience! I was greeted right away and guided to a table. I love the big colorful murals on the walls! The inside was very clean and bright. Easy parking outside too. I arrived right at 12 pm for lunch and there were only 2 other guests, but it started to fill up around 1. I was excited to see the lunch bento box that included 8 pieces of California Roll, two four piece rolls of your choice, wakame and ginger salad for only $14. It was perfect! I chose the rainbow roll and Florida Roll (tuna, salmon, avocado, masago) for my 2 half rolls. It was delicious and the sushi was fresh. This was very highly recommended to me as a great place for Chirashi, but they didn't have a lunch sized version. I would stick with the same rolls I got next time since I really enjoyed them. My only complaint is that the water from the fountain machine really tasted bad. I'm not sure if it was just tap water or from a machine, but it had a bad chemical taste. Food and service were great, and I will definitely be back for the lunch special!

Nori has been the buzz in my neighborhood for the past month!! I have been so eager to try it and I'm so glad we did!! We went for my birthday dinner with some girlfriends! We had the best time!! We had a ton of sushi rolls: california, rainbow, Jacksonville, yellow fish jalapeño, eel, and one other!! We also had a shrimp hibatchi. Everything was amazing!! The rainbow was my favorite but the yellowtail jalapeño had such a great flavor with a burst of spice! It was delicious!! One of the servers can sing opera and he sang happy birthday to me in Greek! It was breathtaking! Thank you Nori for such a great night!!

Best Sushi in St John's. Owner is great person and Waynn is one of the best sushi chefs around. Whole staff really does a fine job. Keep up the great work.​

Yes! Finally a good restaurant with great ambience and great food (especially the sushi!). They have good grade-fish cuts that you normally don't find in other sushi restaurants around the area like the Otoro Tuna and sweet shrimp. There's other Asian menu items such as Thai, Indonesian, Korean, Japanese, etc. Came here once in the past and this time is to meet with my brother, his girlfriend and my sister. We ordered the Shirley temples, nori wings, gold digger roll, surf n turf roll, fuji roll, St. John's roll, regular poke, large poke and the shrimp/scallop hibachi. Overall, the staff is great, the food is amazing, love the different Asian food menu items and the decor. I highly recommend the nori wings because it's savory, sweet and spicy. The rolls are great too and if you want a little something fancy -- the gold digger roll with gold edible flakes.

Out this way and decided to try a new place. We arrived just after 6:30 and for a party of 5 we're seated right away- booth with a chair in the end. Started with salted edamame (very good), and two of my kids had the clear soup (flavorful and good). Kids and husband all had soda, I had a Stella. For our main meals: one chicken and fried rice kid meal (good size, it was good), two kids split the Chicken Pad Thai and my husband and I split the steak pad Thai (ok, not exactly the typical Thai pad flavor I enjoy and wouldn't get again), and we also split the Fuji Roll (really good and fresh). We would come here again- but it for the fried rice and sushi meals. Also to note, it seemed super clean and our waitress was super nice and didn't let a drink go empty.

Nori serves excellent food. Every dish that we ordered was flavorful and had a great serving size. Some recommendations of ours include yaki soba, unagi roll, red curry and green curry. We also had house sake (served warm) which was an enjoyable way to begin dinner. The restaurant is small and intimate with beautiful wall murals. The owner came to speak to us and he was so kind. We look forward to visiting again soon!

I've heard a lot of good things about this place so I've been eager to try it! I will say I was surprised by the vibe when I walked in- expected it to be more fancy, but enjoyed the laid back, casual atmosphere. My friend and I ordered the Spicy tuna tartar and Nori wings to start. The wings were OUT OF THIS WORLD! I wish there was an option to order larger portions of them because I would honestly go there just for the wings! They were twice fried and the sauce was SO GOOD! They're a must! The spicy tuna tartar isn't something I would order again. It had a very peculiar, overpowering smoky flavor that did not compliment the dish and we could barely taste the fish. We actually asked them to make it spicier because it wasn't spicy at all when it came out. I also think it should be served with wonton chips or something to eat it with, but it came out by itself which seemed a little odd. For dinner, we shared the Fuji, Miami and Crunchy Whitefish rolls. I love that they give you the option to get the classic rolls in different sizes (4 or 8 pieces). I think this is a great idea if you're wanting to try a few rolls. The fish and ingredients were super fresh and the rolls had great flavor! I will definitely come back here as I feel something Jax lacks is quality sushi places, and Nori meets the mark! The service was good, atmosphere was relaxed and casual, and the food was fresh and flavorful! A win in my book!

Great stop shop! Came in twice already, food is awesome service is great. Prices were affordable. If your near the area definitely give them a try. Inside was comfy.

The restaurant accommodated 15 ladies today with exce service and delicious food. We were very pleased and impressed with everyone.

We have driven by many times but haven't stopped until tonight on a cold winter evening. The restaurant is small but very beautiful and the execution was excellent. I had the hibachi chicken with clear soup and rice. My husband had neatly everything on the menu including yellowtail appetizer, sashimi, gold digger, sushi and chicken wings. The wait was astonished how much he ordered. He was finished well before my order arrived but we understand completely as he is a corporate chef. They have a great business with Grub Hub and other carryout orders. There was a constant flow of large orders going out the door in the rain. I would like to explore the menu more as the presentation was great!!

Just added an extra star. Although my review wasn't 100% flattering, the owner still took the time to respond in a positive way. Not making excuses, acknowledging my opinion, and making a commitment to simply strive for better! There is nothing better than a restaurant owner who genuinely cares about his service to his patrons!

Amazing Food & Atmosphere!!! Must try this place for sure will become your favorite place in St Augustine!!

Incredible Sushi. We go all the time but recently got the Sushi Boat. My party of 4 were beyond satisfied and the rolls variety just perfect!

Started off extra and bougie with the gold digger and wagyu beef rolls. Then for the main entrees, chirashi and beef rendang. Ended it with the tiramisu and mango sticky rice for dessert. Overall everything was great! The service was great and very attentive. Didn't have to worry about seating because we sat right away at the sushi bar. This was my first time there and will be back to try more!

The food and service were amazing! The roll took forever tho but they had a big party before us which was understandable. Over all I highly recommend! Lauren rock btw she made sure we were taken care of. :)

I don't ever write reviews but this experience was just so disappointing. I was in town visiting my parents and craving sushi, so my partner and I decided to go up the road here & it was the biggest waste of 60$... The tuna tartare was literally a giant ball of mushed tuna (what they use to stuff the tuna rolls) with 3 slices of tiny avocado slapped on top & this was in no way tuna tartare... I politely sent it back after we tried like 2 bites and the server only comped half of it from the bill. The sushi was all rubbery and tasted old, (should have known this wasn't going to be fresh or authentic from the kale they used as garnish lol) my stomach was hurting/cramping for the rest of the evening. The server was nice enough but we were clearly ready to go, not touching our food and disappointed, they were all just standing around talking at the bar. Not a good look after it took 10 minutes for someone to come to the table, especially when the restaurant was basically empty. They could really make this a nice place but this was a hugeeee miss. Never trying sushi in St John's again lesson learned.

Meh. Food service supply stuff if you don't get sushi. Two people had to wait about 10 minutes for a server.

My wife and I are experienced sushi eaters that have recently moved to St. John's. Been here twice because I always give second chances. Too bad the second time was worse than the first. The fish is NOT fresh, plain and simple. They hold on to it to long. Also Can't switch out rolls on boat/chef selections for some reason. Anyone that is particular about their sushi will not enjoy this place. It is also ridiculously overpriced for what you get. Atmosphere is decent and service was good, but we didn't go there for that. We went there for the food and was disappointed 2 out of 2 times. Avoid at all cost, there are better options in the area. We will not be returning; ever. 100% overrated.

Great food and service. Ordered calamari, pot stickers, wings, Thai massaman curry and poke bowl. They also have hot green tea and Thai tea

I finally found my fave sushi here with their Fuji Roll and their Rainbow roll. I love the edamame but I've had it cooked differently both times I've ordered it. There is a bar seating area but no place for you legs so that's a bit awkward. Then there is sushi bar seating which is nice. The place also has tables and booths. The best part is the freshness of the sushi rice. So good!

Pretty standard sushi. Maybe my expectations were higher. Service and staff were polite, nice, and helpful. Ambiance was lacking and I think that played into the vibe of the restaurant. Sushi quality is ok, not great.

My mom and I ate here for lunch yesterday. There were a few other tables but pretty quiet. We ordered two classic sushi rolls, I had the masaman curry and my mom had a chicken bento box service was great, got refills quickly, food came out fast and was delicious. I really enjoyed the curry! The sushi was fresh.

From the outside we thought this was a little more upscale but when you go inside it's a casual dining atmosphere. But that being said it was really good. The service was great, the waiter was very personable & knowledgeable about the menu. He wasn't intrusive but there when you wanted something. The food was really good all around which given the size of their menu is surprising. We had sushi, poke bowl, fried rice & a beef dish of some type. We all agreed that pineapple fried rice was the best but all were good. We'll be back for sure!

I gave it 3 starts only because my expectations going in were so highly. The food was good but not great. The service was really good. We started off with the nori wings and they were super tasty, but Luke warm, the waiter recommended the St. John's roll which was ok at best, my husband had the red Thai curry again, not a bad dish but nothing too spectacular. The mt. Fuji roll however was pretty good. Overall not a bad place at all just underwhelmed by the quality of food.

Don't let the humble atmosphere inside fool you. The food is top notch and the service is fast! A new favorite sushi spot right in my back yard. It looks large from the outside but is quaint on the inside. Worth the wait... and there usually is one. The folks waiting know the food is great!

Nori is one of our go to lunch spots. We have not visited for dinner but have been around 8 times for lunch. Lunch service is hit or miss when it comes to service but on average it is quick throughout. Only twice have we left thinking this could have gone better. Normally it's a miss at check time not during food and drink service time. Now for the best part...the food!! I'm going to be honest my favorite is the build your own poke bowl. It's the ultimate in my opinion get everything you want!!! I order the regular bowl and it's still always too much for me to finish. My husband gets the large. (You can also get it over greens instead of rice but it's just lettuce not spinach so I've only done that once...not my fav). I also love their Miso Soup, Kani Salad (substitute spice mayo for Japanese mayo), spicy tuna rolls and seaweed salad!

Had a great experience here, food was delicious and service was great. Lauren was our server and was accommodating and very nice! Will definitely be back!

Best sushi and hibachi in town!! My family and I love to visit this location. My sons love the kid hibachi meals. The service is always quick and courteous!! Can't wait to go back.

My husband and I were craving sushi but the kiddos were asleep; so we decided to do a call in order and pick up food. Everyone has been talking about Nori so we figured we would give them a try. They make it very easy to order if you are dining out: by phone or online through their website. We called in the order by phone, the hostess was friendly and even offered suggestions. We were advised that it would take about 25 minutes, they also offer curbside pick up. We ordered the Nori wings, calamari, (8) piece spicy tuna roll, (8) piece jalapeno yellowtail roll, (4) piece California roll, (4) Miami roll, and the American tuna roll. My favorite based on flavor would be the Nori wings. They were cooked well and had lots of flavor. I thought a bit too much sauce but my husband loves that. While the rolls were what we were craving they didn't really hit the spot for us. I think for me it is the additional dollops of sauce put on top of the rolls. With everything we ordered our bill was close to $70. This was our first visit and carry out, we are willing to try them out again but in person.

Wow I can't say anything better about this place! The food was delicious! The service was awesome! The sushi was fresh! The Nori wings are amazing! The poke bowl is delicious! Edamame to start with is awesome! The white Pinot is sweet and smooth! The atmosphere is great for a more laid back time! Loved it and can't wait to return.

Great service and food!!! We live near by and luv this place. Fresh sushi, get the jalapeño yellowtail appetizer, yummy!

This is the slowest restaurant service I've ever encountered. Unless you're friends with one of the servers...Not worth it for food you can get on any corner nowadays. Pass.