Noko

4.9

1338 Reviews

$31 to $50

Asian

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 53 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
Innovative

Nestled in the heart of East Nashville, Noko is an Asian-inspired, wood-fired restaurant inspired by wanderlust and simplicity of the region. Here, Executive Chef Dung “Junior” Vo aims to perfect the balance of new and old techniques in wood fire cooking, putting his Asian-influenced spins on familiar proteins and indigenous vegetables through smoking, searing, and roasting.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Japanese, Barbecue
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
Phone number
(615) 712-6894
Website
https://www.nokonashville.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
701 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN 37206-1743
Area
East Nashville
Parking details
Private Lot

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Popular dishes

Salmon Carpaccio*US$16.00
ponzu, sweet drop peppers, pickled wasabi
Hamachi Crudo*US$17.00
yuzu ponzu, fresno chili, cilantro
Caesar SaladUS$13.00
kimchi dressing, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan
BurrataUS$16.00
tomatoes, thai basil pesto, greens, focaccia
Tuna Crispy Rice*US$14.00
spicy tuna, serrano, sweet soy, spicy aioli
Charred ShishitosUS$10.00
sweet soy, bonito flakes, sea salt
Szechuan Green BeansUS$9.00
wok charred, soy, chili

Rich & Savory

East Side ShrimpUS$15.00
mixed greens, gochujang aioli, scallions
The District SandoUS$12.00
prosciutto, truffle aioli, white cheddar cheese, togarashi
Wagyu Tartare*US$19.00
sesame aioli, kizami, toasted nori, rice, chives
Crab Fried RiceUS$16.00
wagyu fat, garlic, egg, scallions
DumplingsUS$12.00
beef, den dashi, chili oil
Bone MarrowUS$21.00
baguettes, wood fired chimichurri
Crispy PotatoesUS$11.00
hot honey butter
Hurricane FriesUS$10.00
furikake, truffle aioli
BrussellsUS$10.00
crispy onions, sesame dressing

Wood Fired

Wood Fired EdamameUS$7.00
truffle oil, sea salt
Market Catch
rotating seasonal set
- MP
Half ChickenUS$26.00
honey sambal glaze, bok choy
Giffords BaconUS$17.00
ssamjang, mustard, pickles
Tomahawk Ribeye*US$115.00
42 oz, certified angus beef, truffle butter
Veggie PlateUS$20.00
roasted seasonal vegetables
Bok ChoyUS$10.00
lemongrass garlic chili, hoisin

Smoked

Smoked Fish DipUS$14.00
dill, yuzu, crackers
Wagyu BrisketUS$28.00
pickles, togarashi, noko bbq sauce; Limited Availability
Smoked Gochujang Hot WingsUS$14.00
yuzu ranch
"Burnt Ends" Lettuce WrapUS$18.00
beef belly, spiced honey glaze, pickles, bibb lettuce

Cocktails

Anti-HeroUS$12.00
vodka, shochu, lychee, hibiscus, lemon
Ube ColadaUS$12.00
bacardi rum blend, coconut ube cream, lime, pineapple
WakizashiUS$14.00
tequila, mezcal, miso habanero, yuzu, lime
Southeast Gin & JuiceUS$13.00
roku gin, calamansi, lime, spiced ginger, shiso leaf
HighballUS$12.00
suntory toki, sparkling water, lemon expression
PenicillinUS$14.00
rye whiskey, japanese whiskey, lemongrass, ginger, scotch spritz, lemon
Noko Old FashionedUS$15.00
wagyu fat washed angel's envy bourbon

Zero-Proof

Water MaloneUS$6.00
seasonal fruit, agave, lime, soda
Porter SpritzUS$6.00
yuzu, lemon, orange blossom, tropical redbull
No Means Negroni!US$7.00
tasmanian pepperberry, cinnamon, juniper, orange essence

Beer

Sapporo LagerUS$7.00
Beared Iris "Homestyle" IPAUS$10.00
Yo-Ho Brewing Umami "Sorry" IPAUS$12.00
Orion Japanese Lager AleUS$13.00
Diskin Cider "Lil Blondie"US$6.00
Yo-Ho Brewing "Tokyo Black" PorterUS$12.00
Happy Dad Watermelon SeltzerUS$6.00
Miller High Life "The Champagne of Beers"US$4.00
Untitled Art "Italian Style Pils" Non-AlcoholicUS$7.00

Sake

Ozeki Poochi Poochi (Sparkling Nigori) Bubbles, Lemon-Pop, Candy (300ml)US$28.00
Funaguchi Gold Can (Honjozo) Banana Bread, Honey (1l)US$9.00
Rihaku Dreamy Clouds (Nigori) Chestnuts, Plum, Yuzu (300ml)US$13.00
Perfect Snow (Nigori) Cherry Blossom, Pear (180ml)US$18.00
Drunken Whale (Tokubetsu) Rose, Fennel, Strawberry (300ml)US$54.00
Wandering Poet (Junmai Ginjo) Banana, Honeydew (720ml)US$15.00
Ginga Shuzuku Divine Droplets (Junmai Dai Ginjo) Peach, Green Apple, Lily (720ml)US$150.00
Taru Cedar Masamune (Junmai) Ginger, Orange, Cedarwood (300ml)US$12.00
Proper Sake the Diplomat (Yamahai) Tart Cherry, Persimmon (750ml)US$11.00
Hakkaisan (Tokubetsu Honjozo) Light, Dry, Sweet Mango, Honey (300ml)US$34.00

Wine By-The-Glass

Cava Brut ChicUS$9.00
Terre di Chieti Rosato Frizzante IGT, Italy RoséUS$9.00
Poggio Costa Prosecco, Friuli-Venezia GiuliaUS$10.00
Field Recordings "Skins" Central Coast (CA) 2021US$14.00
Arona, Marlborough (NZ) Sauvignon BlancUS$11.00
August Kesseler, Riesling, Rheingau, Germany, Kabinett 2020US$11.00
Scarpetta, Friuli (IT) Pinot Grigio 2021US$10.00
Stillman Street, Sonoma Valley, California ChardonnayUS$14.00
Peyrassol, Provence (FR) Méditerranée, RoséUS$11.00
Girl and Dragon, Mendoza (AR) MalbecUS$12.00
Baron de Ley, (SP) TempranilloUS$13.00
Montinore Estate, Willamette Valley (OR) Pinot NoirUS$11.00
Storypoint, Sonoma, Cabernet Sauvignon (CA)US$13.00
Greyson Cellars, Central Coast (CA) Zinfandel 2020US$15.00

What 1,338 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.8Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

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Best Value
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Innovative
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Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
Nashville
Best Value
Nashville
Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Noko delights with "amazing food" and "outstanding service," creating a memorable dining experience in Nashville. Known for its delicious fusion menu, the restaurant shines with dishes like the tomahawk ribeye and crab fried rice. Guests praise its "great vibe" and attentive staff, making it a must-visit spot.

1,338 Reviews

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Brian
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience for our anniversary. Definitely go here
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Angela
VIP
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic flavors - loved the variety and the team was excellent
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Jim
Nashville
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I have had a trying few weeks on the medical side of life and last night’s visit was so good for our souls in every way. The food was grand and was matched by the incredible service and hospitality. We usually get 4-5 plates and they were all exquisite. The brussel sprouts, tuna crispy rice, crab fried rice, fish dip and burnt ends were all fantastic. The only downside we ever run into is the acute lack of parking. Noko is so great and popular that finding a spot is becoming more difficult every time we dine there. But frankly, we would walk quite a distance to enjoy dining at Noko! 😀
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Amy
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were so excited to try Noko, and had our many selections made prior to arrival. The service and friendliness from multiple staff was on point. The food was just as delicious as anticipated.
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Allison
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
10 out of 10. Service and food were fantastic. Tried some many different dishes and love everything. Some of our top favorites were the green beans, crispy potatoes, tomahawk, coconut cake. But every was fabulous. Our waitress took down everything we wanted and then sent out food in waves - the timing was perfect. Allowed us to enjoy the food and conversation. Already planning our next visit.
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Joanna
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service is 10/10. Every wood fired dish on the menu is unbelievable and desserts are incredible.
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Heather
VIP
Fayetteville
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I’m always amazed at how consistent the food, drinks and service are here. We tried new stuff like the Tepanyaki and holy cow it’s so good. Love this place.
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Emma
VIP
Minneapolis
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow!! The best service we have received in Nashville. They went above and beyond to make our anniversary/promotion celebration dinner one to remember. I called beforehand to request champagne to toast at the table and they already had it covered. On the way there, my car broke down which made us an hour late (yes we left the car and still went to dinner…lol). I spoke w the host multiple times are she was SO helpful and reassuring that our table would be waiting for us….it was. When we got there, they were just as concerned about our car as we were, and just as happy about our anniversary. It was special. THEN, when ordering, we were deciding between two dishes (two different times) and our waiter actually brought both out to us as a “gift”. Great food and great service!!!
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Pamela
Nashville
44 reviews
5.0
44 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I have been to Noko several times and it continues to be amazing with food and service. The number of menu items available is really great, and I have never had anything that I didn't love. Everything on the menu is outstanding. It is rare for a place to be so good with food and service!
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Julie
VIP
Nashville
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my second experience at Noko and the second time was just as good as the first. Outstanding meal, very friendly staff, nice atmosphere. Both times were for Sunday brunch but that’s only because it’s the only time I can get a reservation!
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Noko is rated 4.9 stars by 1338 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 53 times today

701 Porter Rd, Nashville, TN 37206-1743

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
East Nashville
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Asian, Japanese, Barbecue
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot

Website
https://www.nokonashville.com/
Phone number
(615) 712-6894

Featured in

12 Nashville restaurants that our local editor loves

Noko

Make a booking

Dining areas

Additional information

12 Nashville restaurants that our local editor loves

Tomahawk Ribeye

Tuna Crispy Rice

Crab Fried Rice

Fresh & Bright

Salmon Carpaccio*US$16.00

Hamachi Crudo*US$17.00

Caesar SaladUS$13.00

BurrataUS$16.00

Tuna Crispy Rice*US$14.00

Charred ShishitosUS$10.00

Szechuan Green BeansUS$9.00

Rich & Savory

East Side ShrimpUS$15.00

The District SandoUS$12.00

Wagyu Tartare*US$19.00

Crab Fried RiceUS$16.00

DumplingsUS$12.00

Bone MarrowUS$21.00

Crispy PotatoesUS$11.00

Hurricane FriesUS$10.00

BrussellsUS$10.00

Wood Fired

Wood Fired EdamameUS$7.00

Market Catch

Half ChickenUS$26.00

Giffords BaconUS$17.00

Tomahawk Ribeye*US$115.00

Veggie PlateUS$20.00

Bok ChoyUS$10.00

Smoked

Smoked Fish DipUS$14.00

Wagyu BrisketUS$28.00

Smoked Gochujang Hot WingsUS$14.00

"Burnt Ends" Lettuce WrapUS$18.00

Cocktails

Anti-HeroUS$12.00

Ube ColadaUS$12.00

WakizashiUS$14.00

Southeast Gin & JuiceUS$13.00

HighballUS$12.00

PenicillinUS$14.00

Noko Old FashionedUS$15.00

Zero-Proof

Water MaloneUS$6.00

Porter SpritzUS$6.00

No Means Negroni!US$7.00

Beer

Sapporo LagerUS$7.00

Beared Iris "Homestyle" IPAUS$10.00

Yo-Ho Brewing Umami "Sorry" IPAUS$12.00

Orion Japanese Lager AleUS$13.00

Diskin Cider "Lil Blondie"US$6.00

Yo-Ho Brewing "Tokyo Black" PorterUS$12.00

Happy Dad Watermelon SeltzerUS$6.00

Miller High Life "The Champagne of Beers"US$4.00

Untitled Art "Italian Style Pils" Non-AlcoholicUS$7.00

Sake

Ozeki Poochi Poochi (Sparkling Nigori) Bubbles, Lemon-Pop, Candy (300ml)US$28.00

Funaguchi Gold Can (Honjozo) Banana Bread, Honey (1l)US$9.00

Rihaku Dreamy Clouds (Nigori) Chestnuts, Plum, Yuzu (300ml)US$13.00

Perfect Snow (Nigori) Cherry Blossom, Pear (180ml)US$18.00

Drunken Whale (Tokubetsu) Rose, Fennel, Strawberry (300ml)US$54.00

Wandering Poet (Junmai Ginjo) Banana, Honeydew (720ml)US$15.00

Ginga Shuzuku Divine Droplets (Junmai Dai Ginjo) Peach, Green Apple, Lily (720ml)US$150.00

Taru Cedar Masamune (Junmai) Ginger, Orange, Cedarwood (300ml)US$12.00

Proper Sake the Diplomat (Yamahai) Tart Cherry, Persimmon (750ml)US$11.00

Hakkaisan (Tokubetsu Honjozo) Light, Dry, Sweet Mango, Honey (300ml)US$34.00

Wine By-The-Glass

Cava Brut ChicUS$9.00

Terre di Chieti Rosato Frizzante IGT, Italy RoséUS$9.00

Poggio Costa Prosecco, Friuli-Venezia GiuliaUS$10.00

Field Recordings "Skins" Central Coast (CA) 2021US$14.00

Arona, Marlborough (NZ) Sauvignon BlancUS$11.00

August Kesseler, Riesling, Rheingau, Germany, Kabinett 2020US$11.00

Scarpetta, Friuli (IT) Pinot Grigio 2021US$10.00