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Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

Lower East Side · Sushi

115 Essex Street, New York, NY, 10002Directions
4.7★★★★★★★★★★880 reviews

People say this hand roll bar offers fresh, flavorful hand rolls and delicious appetizers like crispy rice tuna and miso cod. They also highlight the stylish, vibrant atmosphere, making it a great spot for a date night or a fun evening out. Guests mention the staff provides attentive and friendly service, with bartenders crafting excellent, unique cocktails.

Crisp nori, polished calm, and nearly 5,000 Blackbird check-ins.

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar is a $$ Sushi restaurant in Lower East Side, New York. It has logged 6,156 check ins on Blackbird, and is busiest Friday evenings. Check in on Blackbird when you visit.

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Monday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday3:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
wabinori.com

The experience

Low lighting, a chef's counter, and a focused menu of hand rolls and small plates. The toro toast and blue crab hand roll are worth ordering.

Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Why go

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar specializes in hand rolls and Japanese small plates. The space is intimate with a chef's counter and bar area. It draws consistently—over 6,156 Blackbird check-ins since January 2025—and holds a 4.7 rating across 880 Google reviews.

Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Neighborhood story

One reviewer called Wabi Nori one of the best sushi experiences in Flushing.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Fast facts

  • Wabi Nori has 6,156 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Saturday and Sunday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google users rate it 4.7 from 975 reviews.
  • Reviewers call out crispy nori, fresh fish, and attentive service.
  • The menu praise spans hand rolls, table omakase, katsu, edamame, and tiramisu.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Wabi Nori logged 6,156 Blackbird check-ins between Jan. 27, 2025 and Aug. 5, 2026.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Good to know

  • Saturdays and Sundays are busiest.
  • The restroom is notably spacious for the neighborhood.
Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Amenities

Meals

BrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

BeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroom
Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Full menu

brunch

  • Bottomless Sake Mimosa / Mimosa

    $39.00
  • Egg Sandwich

    Rich & buttery egg filling, tobiko, and ikura between sweet milk bread. With Sweet Potato Fries or Nori Edamame

    $16.00

appetizers

  • Miso Soup

    Classic miso broth with tofu, wakame, and scallions

    $8.00
  • Nori Edamame

    Steamed and tossed with nori seasoning

    $8.00
  • Sweet Potato Fries

    Crispy fries with a hint of sweetness

    $8.00
  • Krokke

    Japanese croquette filled with creamy potato and beef

    $9.00
  • Shishito Peppers

    Blistered peppers with miso soy

    $11.00
  • Karaage

    Crispy Japanese fried chicken with yuzu mayo

    $14.00
  • Ika Geso

    Fried calamari with house aioli

    $15.00
  • Soft Shell Crab Tempura

    Soft shell crab with avocado spicy mayo

    $16.00
  • Crispy Rice Tuna (4pcs)

    Topped with avocado, jalapeño, eel sauce and spicy mayo

    $18.00
  • Kumamoto Oysters (3pcs)

    With ikura and house nigiri sauce

    $18.00
seed menu intel/ updated 12d ago

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Check in momentum

The room in motion

Activity176
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Flynet check ins

6,156

Neighborhood

Lower East Side

Neighborhood standing

How it ranks nearby

Most visited

№5

of 27 Lower East Side spots this month

vs neighborhood median

4.5× the Lower East Side median

Lower East Side percentile

Top 20% in Lower East Side

Based on this month's Blackbird check ins across 27 Lower East Side spots.

Last 30 days

176 check ins

−44% vs prior month

Daily check ins over the last 30 days
Sep 30Oct 29

When it's busy

Usually dead right now

Thursdaytoday
12a12p11p
Monday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Tuesday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Wednesday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Thursday5:00 – 11:00 PM
Friday3:00 – 11:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Inside Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

The experience

Low lighting, a chef's counter, and a focused menu of hand rolls and small plates. The toro toast and blue crab hand roll are worth ordering.

Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Review signal

4.7

880 Google reviews

$$$

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Guide

Inside Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar

The experience

Low lighting, a chef's counter, and a focused menu of hand rolls and small plates. The toro toast and blue crab hand roll are worth ordering.

Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Why go

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar specializes in hand rolls and Japanese small plates. The space is intimate with a chef's counter and bar area. It draws consistently—over 6,156 Blackbird check-ins since January 2025—and holds a 4.7 rating across 880 Google reviews.

Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Review signal

4.7

880 Google reviews

$$$

Google Places/ updated 12d ago

What to order

Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Full menu

brunch

  • Bottomless Sake Mimosa / Mimosa

    $39.00
  • Egg Sandwich

    Rich & buttery egg filling, tobiko, and ikura between sweet milk bread. With Sweet Potato Fries or Nori Edamame

    $16.00

appetizers

  • Miso Soup

    Classic miso broth with tofu, wakame, and scallions

    $8.00
  • Nori Edamame

    Steamed and tossed with nori seasoning

    $8.00
  • Sweet Potato Fries

    Crispy fries with a hint of sweetness

    $8.00
  • Krokke

    Japanese croquette filled with creamy potato and beef

    $9.00
  • Shishito Peppers

    Blistered peppers with miso soy

    $11.00
  • Karaage

    Crispy Japanese fried chicken with yuzu mayo

    $14.00
  • Ika Geso

    Fried calamari with house aioli

    $15.00
  • Soft Shell Crab Tempura

    Soft shell crab with avocado spicy mayo

    $16.00
  • Crispy Rice Tuna (4pcs)

    Topped with avocado, jalapeño, eel sauce and spicy mayo

    $18.00
  • Kumamoto Oysters (3pcs)

    With ikura and house nigiri sauce

    $18.00
seed menu intel/ updated 12d ago

Neighborhood story

One reviewer called Wabi Nori one of the best sushi experiences in Flushing.

editorial/ updated 12d ago

Good to know

  • Saturdays and Sundays are busiest.
  • The restroom is notably spacious for the neighborhood.
Google Places/ updated 120d ago

Amenities

Meals

BrunchLunchDinnerDessert

Drinks

BeerWineCocktails

Features

Dine-inTakeoutDeliveryReservationsOutdoor seatingRestroom
Google Places/ updated 12d ago

Fast facts

  • Wabi Nori has 6,156 all-time Blackbird check-ins.
  • Saturday and Sunday are its busiest Blackbird check-in days.
  • Google users rate it 4.7 from 975 reviews.
  • Reviewers call out crispy nori, fresh fish, and attentive service.
  • The menu praise spans hand rolls, table omakase, katsu, edamame, and tiramisu.
editorial/ updated 12d ago

Did you know

Wabi Nori logged 6,156 Blackbird check-ins between Jan. 27, 2025 and Aug. 5, 2026.

editorial/ updated 12d ago
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FAQ

How popular is Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar?

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar has logged 6,156 check ins on Blackbird.

When is Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar busiest?

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar is busiest on Friday evenings, based on Blackbird check-in activity.

What kind of food does Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar serve?

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar serves Sushi and Japanese cuisine.

How expensive is Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar?

Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar is in the $$ price range on a $ to $$$$ scale.

How do I check in at Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar?

Download the Blackbird app, visit Wabi Nori Hand Roll Bar in person, and check in from the app. Check-ins earn FLY and count toward Flytown's daily Hotspots ranking.

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