Norman's Japanese Grill

Tried Norman’s for the first time and it did not disappoint. I ordered the lobster and miso cod hand rolls — loved the cute concept of the nori being served separately so everything stays crisp. The sushi was incredibly fresh, and the service was truly impeccable. I also loved the steak skewers and asparagus. I finished with the Japanese cheesecake, which was beautifully presented and just the right amount of sweet — light, fluffy, and such a nice way to end the meal. Sat at the sushi bar and it was the perfect “girl dinner” — chic, easy, and satisfying. Already looking forward to going back.

Had an amazing time here celebrating my birthday! Jerry was amazing making sure everything was smooth and perfect. Absolutely amazing service and enjoyed the food!

Duro group again impressed us with absolutely amazing food and service. Fresh ingredients and well balanced flavors. We tried a lot of different things on the menu. Edamame hummus,A5 steak, Otoro are among my favorites. Also the Romano beans and asparagus are very unique takes on the Japanese influence. Highly recommend! We will be back.

A fun Texas twist to some Japanese classics. We stayed on the app menu during our time, and everything we had was delicious! Thank you to Austin for all the great recommendations- we were never steered in the wrong direction. The hummus and gyoza chips were the perfect start- don’t underestimate their ability to pack a little kick. But still just as delicious! I will say, for the amount of hummus you get compared to the chips- you may need to ask for more chips. :) The Korean chicken was SO GOOD as well- not sweet and the sauce was super light so it didn’t drown out the flavor of the chicken. These packed the perfect punch of spice but matched perfectly with my drink. This plate is a perfect shareable for three people! The octopus and steak screwers were amazing. Dare I say I liked the octopus more?! They were sold out of the chicken, so this forced us to be more adventurous- and we were pleasantly rewarded. The asparagus and beans were an added touch. The sauce on the asparagus was light and sweet. The char on the beans added a nice smoky flavor and Texas charm. The dumplings were by far my favorite- amazing! If you are not into spice, this is perfect for you. The drinks were very delicious and unique. There is something for everyone. If you are into sweet, they have it. If you have a whisky wish, they have it. If you need a nice glass of wine- they have a wide selection. We also tried some of their sake as well. Lastly, and quite possibly the best part of every meal, dessert!! We ordered the cheesecake and the chocolate ice cream. The ice cream had a pear pairing and it was super delicate! The cheesecake was paired with a crunchy-chocolaty side that gave it a more crunchy texture. Both were amazing and we devoured these even after eating all our apps. Beyond the apps, they have a a beautiful list of sushi options. Even though we didn’t have any, I could over hear people discussing how delicious those dishes were. Overall, the atmosphere was perfect and fun for a Friday Night near downtown. Not too loud on a completely full night. The managers rounded on us frequently. Each dish that was delivered to our table was introduced, so we knew exactly what we were getting and the overall flavors were unique. If you are looking for something different, yet fulfilling, this is a fun stop to visit with friends or congregate after a day in the office. Will be back again!

Ok I have to admit being from Houston my wife and I are BIG Beck's Prime fans and when it opens originally in this location we were frustrated about the parking. Now that it is Norman's we had to try it. The valet team was helpful and we had no issues with parking at all. Now let me get to the food... wait the ambience let me start there first fantastic from the tile cowboy that is holding a fish when you walk in to the awesome bathrooms. And thank you for having real cloth towels that actually take the water off of your hands. Ok the food..... oh man the FOOD.... Seriously, if I was a talented chef and if I was INCREDIBLY CREATIVE and if I loved blending 3 different food categories I would have made this restaurant.... wait no I could have never thought this up.... My list Miss cod Curry katsu Udon carbonate Romano beans Charred octopus YOU owe me!!!!!!

Norman’s is such a great experience! Whether sitting at the sunken bar (one of the best bars in Dallas) or at the sushi bar or at a table, you’re in for a treat! The service is great, we had Eric and he’s so friendly and remembered us from years ago at a different restaurant. The food is really really good and perfect sizes for sharing with someone else or a group of people. - Korean fried chicken is great texture and flavor. - hand rolls are fresh and in a fun presentation with great sauces - nigiri, like the hand rolls, are unique and really fresh, we had the crab and the tuna. The crab had hollandaise was so rich and flavorful - the miso and corn ravioli was one of the two stars of the night. The sauce was great and the texture was primo - the A5 steak was the other star, really tender and a perfect sauce to go with it along with some peppers - finally dessert we had the chocolate gelato with matcha. Really good combo and greet ending to the evening

My fiancé and I tried Norman’s for my birthday dinner and it was so good! We got the bluefin tartare and miso code handrolls, Korean fried chicken, udon carbonara, and the duck and Surabaya pork meatballs. They added the BBQ pork cheek sliders as a birthday treat which was a special touch. The seasonal desserts were also incredible. Super unique concept and would definitely recommend!!

My boyfriend and I came in on a Saturday without a reservation and were seated almost right away at the sushi bar. Our waiter, Blake, was amazing. Super friendly and knowledgeable, and he gave us some awesome recommendations and offered us dishes just to try! The hand rolls and sashimi were the stars of the night, incredibly fresh and flavorful. We also tried the udon noodles, and they were perfect. We tried about half the menu (not pictured lol) and nothing disappointed us! Everything was delicious, and the service made the experience even better. We’ll definitely be back with our friends and family!

Leaving this review to offset the idiot below who walked into a training session of a closed restaurant and felt entitled enough to not only be served, but to then also leave a one-star review. Excited to have a Duro restaurant right down the street from me, can't wait to make a reservation once they actually open up!

Chicken dish are raw ! ............ I'm going to the hospital For FOOOOD poisoning !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Earlier today (7/29), I made a reservation on OpenTable (for 4 people, at 5:15 pm -- all that was available) for their official opening night of Friday 8/1. The restaurant canceled my reservation without contacting me or offering any explanation whatsoever. EDIT: Business owner JC reached out to me via Yelp and offered to reinstate the reservation. Still not sure what happened. We had already made other plans, but I'll upgrade to 4 stars for now and hope to make it in soon.

Norman's in Dallas strikes a perfect balance between Japanese minimalism and Texan warmth--think clean lines softened by cowboy culture and cozy lighting. The decor feels intentional, cool, and effortlessly stylish. Their unagi nigiri is a standout: smoky, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth good. It's a space that's as thoughtfully crafted as the sushi itself. Ideal for a low-key date or solo night at the bar.

My boyfriend and I walked in without a reservation and were seated right away at the sushi bar. Our waiter, Blake, was amazing. Super friendly and knowledgeable, and he gave us some awesome recommendations and dishes to try! The hand rolls and sashimi were the stars of the night, incredibly fresh and flavorful. We also tried the udon noodles, and they were perfect. We tried about half the menu (not pictured lol) and nothing disappointed us! Everything was delicious, and the service made the experience even better. We'll definitely be back with our friends and family!

My girlfriend and I walked in Saturday night around 7 and were able to get sat immediately at the sushi bar. Our server was Blake and he was fantastic. Walked us through the menu and gave us some fantastic recommendations. I highly recommend the OH Godzilla handroll, Udon Carbonara, and the Duck and Pork Meatballs but you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. All of the sushi was super high quality and the food came out in a timely manner. We will 100% be back and this will be a regular date spot for us.

Everything was delicious! Our favorite was the duck and pork meatballs, dumplings, lobster hand roll, and nigiri! We will definitely be going back!