Horinoya
New Orleans, LA 70112-1018
Phone: (504) 561-8914
- Price:
- $$$
- Cross Street:
- Penn Street
- Best of Citysearch:
- Sushi 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 11:30am-2:30pm, 5pm-10:30pm
Editorial Review for Horinoya – by Pableaux Johnson
The Scene
Tucked away in a hotel-heavy section of the CBD, Horinoya blends Japanese formality and neighborhood comfort. The painted brick dining room is brightly lit and accented with blonde wood blue neon. A single banquette runs the length of the narrow room; a long sushi bar provides chef-side seating.
The Food
Impeccable fish and exceptional attention to detail pull in local sushi lovers, but Horinoya's deep menu contains plenty of seafood standouts. The miso-marinated pompano appetizer is a quick-seared masterpiece with crispy crust and flaky, moist interior. Flash-fried tempura dishes are shatteringly crisp without a hint of grease. Confirmed carnivores can choose from a variety of sukiyaki and noodle options, but should steer clear of the bland chicken teriyaki. Generous slabs of fish of the nigori sushi are too big for one bite. Rolls are artfully constructed and presented.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoThe sushi chefs offer seven- and ten-course "omakase dinners"--the chef's choice of the freshest offering--but if you want to go 10 courses, the kitchen requires a 3-day advanced notice.
Where to SitFor large groups or special occasions, ask for the semi-formal dining room hidden in back. The low-slung table combines a deep "foot well" and individual back supports that mimic western chair-style seating.
User Reviews for Horinoya
05/28/2007 Posted by kborne
Absolutly one of the best Sushi locations in South Louisiana. The YellowTail was the best I've had. Very helpful service (these ladies are great) followed by excellent presentation and flavor. The rolls were not covered with massive amounts of rice. Just right. I think the owner is one of the Sushi chefs. He is very good at his trade. A very pleasent atmosphere and no screaming kids. This will be my goto sushi place for my A-line clients. The price was right in line for the quality and freshness of the meal. A perfect end to a great day of visiting the "New" French Quarter. I'l be back.
Pros: Two thumbs up for sure.
Cons: To far from home :-( 40 miles away
08/29/2005 Posted by sashodian
Nice little Sushi bar in the CBD with fairly good sushi. Would recommend to any one on the area.
Pros: good sushi
Cons: location, expensive
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