Awful service, unwelcoming and pretentious. Host was solid. Was expecting a lot more. Place was empty for the hype.
Nora F.
This was my first time trying Kata Nori and I loved it! It's very limited seating so definitely make a reservation. The staff was very helpful in explaining how everything works and making recommendations. The hand rolls were definitely my favorite - we tried most of them and really enjoyed. Will definitely be back!
Spencer Steer
Easily the best sushi I’ve ever had, arguably one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chelsey V.
For my 300th review it's only fitting to save it for this amazing place. The atmosphere is quite a mix between the culture of small seats and space, mixed with the fun of the age we are in songs and experiences.(older millennials) the amount of food we had was the perfect full and left satisfied but not like we needed to take a nap after. The 5 hand rolls each was plenty for us. Each roll was three healthy bites. The crudo was were it's at! The hamachi (yellowtail) was smoked and gave it such a depth in flavor with the ponzu and citrus we had it was something we didn't want to eat in fear it would be all gone! The fatty belly tuna was the best I've had in the area. The sake selection is fantastic and we enjoyed 2 bottles by the end of the dining experience. One of the owners and the chef came to talk to us about product and sourcing and just every day industry subjects, it was so pleasant to hear the minds behind what we were so wowed by.
Ancy Maruthanal
This is Kanas City’s first hand roll bar, and it will not disappoint. The team is here to impress. Each roll is made in front of you and is carefully seasoned. The fish is fresh and bright. Don’t sleep on the wagyu hand roll. They have some unique sake selections too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Hand Roll
Jean-Luc Etienne
Fun concept and an awesome vibe. Small plates so you can try a little of everything, the mushrooms were really good. Enjoyed it, will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mia Monarca
Fantastic food and fresh-you can really taste every ingredient. The wagyu fried rice is ridiculously good (and expensive $25 for the portion size). It was worth it considering everything was delicious and fresh.We were still hungry and went out afterwards for more food. I hope they reconsider their portion sizes or prices as this may not be feasible long term. Even though I loved it, I don't plan on returning anytime soon. Our bill was $180 excluding tip.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Maguro, Spicy Tuna Hand Roll
Darrell Loo
Kata Nori Hand Roll Bar is a new spot for Japanese hand rolls in Kansas City. It's located in the east part of Crossroad, just opposite Mission Taco. This place sticks to the traditional style of a Nori bar, with counter seating only. This means you get your hand roll fresh right from the chef.I visited with a close friend at 5pm, right when they open, and it got busy quickly, so booking ahead might be a good idea. It was my first visit, and I was pretty excited. I've eaten a lot of Japanese food and had omakase in NYC because of work trips, so I was looking forward to seeing if it matched up. And it did! The service was quick and friendly.We began with a few hand rolls, then tried some crudos and sashimi from the menu. You can watch the chef make everything fresh and hand it to you directly. I loved my Hamachi handroll, and my friend KeeYoung's Uni Handroll was also incredible. We shared a variety of crudos that were all fresh, well put together, and tasty. The kanpachi sashimi was super fresh too. We also had the wagyu rice with seared Japanese A5 wagyu, and it was really good.They've got a nice selection of cocktails, beer, and sake. The atmosphere was laid-back. My friend and I had a great time chatting, enjoying the food, and just having a relaxed evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Forat Lutfi
Absolutely phenomenal. I love that this exists in the heart of downtown!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mariah Shipley
This is one of my favorite places I've ever been. Not just for sushi or seafood, but in general. It was delicious. I went with my partner to celebrate a belated Valentine's Day and we had the most amazing time. We each got a 3 hand roll set, an additional crab roll, we split the furikake rice and the sunomono. Everything was seasoned to perfection. The flavors were balanced and no additional soy sauce or seasonings were required. If you're a cocktail person, the ones here are INCREDIBLE. Some of the best I've had in my life. I highly recommend the Lychee Martini and the Gin and Serrano Highball. The staff was helpful, friendly, and their service was excellent. One of the owners, Nam, introduced himself to us and he was so friendly and helping all of the staff out. If you're curious about this place, make a reservation and try it out. You won't be disappointed. We will be back. 10/10. Cannot recommend this place enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Hand Roll, Sunomono, Spicy Tuna Hand Roll
This place is hands down my new favorite spot. The dishes were nicely presented and even more importantly, they tasted so good. Very creative menu. Who knew watermelon could pair with sushi! The service was great and it was nice how they catered to my niece’s food restriction. Will be bringing some friends again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
L
The way this place was sold and described to me, I was expecting a finer dining experience. The vibes were atrocious. Staff wearing sloppy clothing, beanies, jerseys, etc. and a playlist featuring Smack That by Akon playing over the speakers. The food and cocktails were excellent and service was kind and knowledgeable, I just feel like in an intimate setting with an elevated menu, the atmosphere was way too casual and unprofessional given the experience you’re advertising.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Yellowtail Hand Roll, Hamachi Crudo
Dimitri Truong
I was pleasantly surprised on the quality and deliciousness of the hand rolls. My party and I were very impressed with the freshness lc the rolls. The staff were very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Hand Roll
A B
Everything about this place says, you will pay,, dearly...
Andrew Ngui
From the moment I stepped into Kata Nori, a new hand roll bar in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, I was immediately struck by the spacious lounge area and the intimate bar at the end of the restaurant. The bar counter seating was cozy, which might not suit everyone's preference for personal space.One thing that stood out throughout my dining experience was the nuanced and balanced flavor profiles of all the dishes served. It was clear that much work had been put into preparing for the quality of food presented.My culinary adventure began with Kanpachi sashimi, Japanese for Amberjack, from Hawaii. The chef's knife work was impressive, each slice of sashimi garnished with nikiri and yuzu, adding a spicy kick and a unique citrus flavor that danced on my tongue.Next, I tried the Santa Barbara uni (sea urchin) hand roll. Its mild, creamy, and sweet profile was a delight. But the real star of the show was the Negi Toro, a delightful combination of spring onions and the fatty part of the tuna. Its rich flavors left a lasting impression on my palate.The Spicy Salmon hand roll was a pleasant surprise. Instead of the typical Sriracha or mayo, it was spiced up with Japanese chili flakes and citrus seasoning, creating a unique flavor profile with just the right level of heat.The Hamachi (yellowtail) hand roll, garnished with yuzu spice, and the Crab hand roll, featuring sweet and flavorful crab meat contrasted by crispy shallot bits, continued my gastronomic journey. I was a little surprised that the restaurant couldn't specify the type of the crab served, but it didn't detract from the overall enjoyment of the dish.The meal concluded with a seemingly simple Avocado hand roll, which proved to be a delightful palate cleanser. Yet, I found myself yearning for another round of the unforgettable Negi Toro.While the restaurant doesn't brew its own soy sauce, the quality of the food and the effort put into perfecting and balancing the flavor profiles more than made up for it. My experience at Kata Nori was memorable, and having explored most of their menu, I left feeling satisfied with my culinary adventure.
Awful service, unwelcoming and pretentious. Host was solid. Was expecting a lot more. Place was empty for the hype.
This was my first time trying Kata Nori and I loved it! It's very limited seating so definitely make a reservation. The staff was very helpful in explaining how everything works and making recommendations. The hand rolls were definitely my favorite - we tried most of them and really enjoyed. Will definitely be back!
Easily the best sushi I’ve ever had, arguably one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
For my 300th review it's only fitting to save it for this amazing place. The atmosphere is quite a mix between the culture of small seats and space, mixed with the fun of the age we are in songs and experiences.(older millennials) the amount of food we had was the perfect full and left satisfied but not like we needed to take a nap after. The 5 hand rolls each was plenty for us. Each roll was three healthy bites. The crudo was were it's at! The hamachi (yellowtail) was smoked and gave it such a depth in flavor with the ponzu and citrus we had it was something we didn't want to eat in fear it would be all gone! The fatty belly tuna was the best I've had in the area. The sake selection is fantastic and we enjoyed 2 bottles by the end of the dining experience. One of the owners and the chef came to talk to us about product and sourcing and just every day industry subjects, it was so pleasant to hear the minds behind what we were so wowed by.
This is Kanas City’s first hand roll bar, and it will not disappoint. The team is here to impress. Each roll is made in front of you and is carefully seasoned. The fish is fresh and bright. Don’t sleep on the wagyu hand roll. They have some unique sake selections too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Hand Roll
Fun concept and an awesome vibe. Small plates so you can try a little of everything, the mushrooms were really good. Enjoyed it, will be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic food and fresh-you can really taste every ingredient. The wagyu fried rice is ridiculously good (and expensive $25 for the portion size). It was worth it considering everything was delicious and fresh.We were still hungry and went out afterwards for more food. I hope they reconsider their portion sizes or prices as this may not be feasible long term. Even though I loved it, I don't plan on returning anytime soon. Our bill was $180 excluding tip.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Maguro, Spicy Tuna Hand Roll
Kata Nori Hand Roll Bar is a new spot for Japanese hand rolls in Kansas City. It's located in the east part of Crossroad, just opposite Mission Taco. This place sticks to the traditional style of a Nori bar, with counter seating only. This means you get your hand roll fresh right from the chef.I visited with a close friend at 5pm, right when they open, and it got busy quickly, so booking ahead might be a good idea. It was my first visit, and I was pretty excited. I've eaten a lot of Japanese food and had omakase in NYC because of work trips, so I was looking forward to seeing if it matched up. And it did! The service was quick and friendly.We began with a few hand rolls, then tried some crudos and sashimi from the menu. You can watch the chef make everything fresh and hand it to you directly. I loved my Hamachi handroll, and my friend KeeYoung's Uni Handroll was also incredible. We shared a variety of crudos that were all fresh, well put together, and tasty. The kanpachi sashimi was super fresh too. We also had the wagyu rice with seared Japanese A5 wagyu, and it was really good.They've got a nice selection of cocktails, beer, and sake. The atmosphere was laid-back. My friend and I had a great time chatting, enjoying the food, and just having a relaxed evening.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely phenomenal. I love that this exists in the heart of downtown!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is one of my favorite places I've ever been. Not just for sushi or seafood, but in general. It was delicious. I went with my partner to celebrate a belated Valentine's Day and we had the most amazing time. We each got a 3 hand roll set, an additional crab roll, we split the furikake rice and the sunomono. Everything was seasoned to perfection. The flavors were balanced and no additional soy sauce or seasonings were required. If you're a cocktail person, the ones here are INCREDIBLE. Some of the best I've had in my life. I highly recommend the Lychee Martini and the Gin and Serrano Highball. The staff was helpful, friendly, and their service was excellent. One of the owners, Nam, introduced himself to us and he was so friendly and helping all of the staff out. If you're curious about this place, make a reservation and try it out. You won't be disappointed. We will be back. 10/10. Cannot recommend this place enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Hand Roll, Sunomono, Spicy Tuna Hand Roll
Restaurantji Recommends
This place is hands down my new favorite spot. The dishes were nicely presented and even more importantly, they tasted so good. Very creative menu. Who knew watermelon could pair with sushi! The service was great and it was nice how they catered to my niece’s food restriction. Will be bringing some friends again soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The way this place was sold and described to me, I was expecting a finer dining experience. The vibes were atrocious. Staff wearing sloppy clothing, beanies, jerseys, etc. and a playlist featuring Smack That by Akon playing over the speakers. The food and cocktails were excellent and service was kind and knowledgeable, I just feel like in an intimate setting with an elevated menu, the atmosphere was way too casual and unprofessional given the experience you’re advertising.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Yellowtail Hand Roll, Hamachi Crudo
I was pleasantly surprised on the quality and deliciousness of the hand rolls. My party and I were very impressed with the freshness lc the rolls. The staff were very knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. We will definitely be back in the future.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Hand Roll
Everything about this place says, you will pay,, dearly...
From the moment I stepped into Kata Nori, a new hand roll bar in downtown Kansas City, Missouri, I was immediately struck by the spacious lounge area and the intimate bar at the end of the restaurant. The bar counter seating was cozy, which might not suit everyone's preference for personal space.One thing that stood out throughout my dining experience was the nuanced and balanced flavor profiles of all the dishes served. It was clear that much work had been put into preparing for the quality of food presented.My culinary adventure began with Kanpachi sashimi, Japanese for Amberjack, from Hawaii. The chef's knife work was impressive, each slice of sashimi garnished with nikiri and yuzu, adding a spicy kick and a unique citrus flavor that danced on my tongue.Next, I tried the Santa Barbara uni (sea urchin) hand roll. Its mild, creamy, and sweet profile was a delight. But the real star of the show was the Negi Toro, a delightful combination of spring onions and the fatty part of the tuna. Its rich flavors left a lasting impression on my palate.The Spicy Salmon hand roll was a pleasant surprise. Instead of the typical Sriracha or mayo, it was spiced up with Japanese chili flakes and citrus seasoning, creating a unique flavor profile with just the right level of heat.The Hamachi (yellowtail) hand roll, garnished with yuzu spice, and the Crab hand roll, featuring sweet and flavorful crab meat contrasted by crispy shallot bits, continued my gastronomic journey. I was a little surprised that the restaurant couldn't specify the type of the crab served, but it didn't detract from the overall enjoyment of the dish.The meal concluded with a seemingly simple Avocado hand roll, which proved to be a delightful palate cleanser. Yet, I found myself yearning for another round of the unforgettable Negi Toro.While the restaurant doesn't brew its own soy sauce, the quality of the food and the effort put into perfecting and balancing the flavor profiles more than made up for it. My experience at Kata Nori was memorable, and having explored most of their menu, I left feeling satisfied with my culinary adventure.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5