Sadly, Nakamori has recently changed its menu to be more similar to other Chinese takeaways in the area, they no longer specialise in Japanese food so dishes like most of the udon soups, teppanyaki, the nabemono and the donburi aren't available. They've still got one or two specialty items from the old menu, the sushi is still great value and well made and what I've tried of the new additions to the menu (the deep fried spicy pork ribs and the dumpling soup) are all good but it's a pity that there's no more Japanese food in the area.
What a fabulous find! Delicious fresh sushi, and other yummy things, at really great prices made by friendly people. I wish I knew it was here sooner!
I love this place. The sushi is always ultra fresh and almost stupidly affordable. So affordable that I refuse to go anywhere else. The venue is a little quiet for my taste, so I tend to preference ordering my food to go. So if you're looking to drag a bucket-load of sushi back home for a movie night, I couldn't recommend these guys higher.
Their prices are ridiculous!!! I almost feel bad for paying so little 😲 but I'm not complaining! The sushi is SO fresh, and their portions are nice and big! The fashion sandwiches are HUGE! And could do with a little bit more salmon.. but it was still great! Lovely spring rolls as well! And of course....delicious Sashimi that didn't cost an arm and a leg 😉
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Nakamori is an absolute hidden gem. It doesn't look great from the outside - the sign is old and faded, the wooden tables inside and out are plain and the ambiance in general leaves quite a bit to be desired. However, if you are looking for excellent Japanese food at a truly amazing price, you can't get much better than this.My husband and I went for dinner, and we started with sushi. The tempura california roll and eel maki were excellent - fresh ingredients, well made and very generous with the good stuff (as compared to some sushi places that give mostly rice with a touch of the fish/filling). We went on to have Chicken Yakitori that was tender and full of flavor.For a main, I had the tempura udon which was a huge portion and beautifully prepared and presented, while he had the katsudon donburi, which he said was also delicious and looked beautiful in the box it was presented in.All that food (we were stuffed), plus a couple beers and a cool drink came to just under R300. Highly recommend for anyone who wants REAL Japanese food (instead of Chinese food and sushi like some restaurants). We will definitely be going there again soon.
Very traditional and authentic Japanese food. This place doesn't serve Chinese food in addition to Japanese, as many Japanese (and Chinese) places in Johannesburg do. They stick to the classic Japanese cuisine. The sushi is fresh and of excellent quality and they make a range of traditional teppanyaki dishes. The authenticity of the food here is attested to by how many Japanese come to eat here---its always a good sign when an ethnic cuisine is supported by the ethnicity it represents. The prices are sensationally reasonable. My only criticism of this place is that the chairs are hard. But otherwise, come to Nakamori and enjoy Japanese food the way they enjoy it in Japan. So try it out; you might just find that it becomes your go-to place for sushi and the other culinary delights of Japan.
Great prices and huge portions, wow. Besides sushi and the usual stirfrys etc they also make great Teppanyaki. Cosy and small; but busy on a public holiday. My tempura prawn cali rolls and fashion sandwiches with a cool drink came to R98 - bargain, and took some home for dinner as well. Great little find in Fourways!
This is a hidden gem. The owners are awesome and the food is amazing. Try the tepienakki and the beef teriyaki. The tempura prawns are the best and the liquor is reasonably priced. All round a great place to eat at. The sushi is great.
Only negative is we waited a while for the food, but well worth the wait. Really tasty food, loved it. Very fresh ingredients and awesome sushi
The restaurant isn't much to look at but that's not the reason you're going to eat here. It's fresh, honest, tasty, and CHEAP Japanese food. I'd recommend the Teppanyaki and the Sushi. If you go for the set menu you'll definitely get your money's worth. The drinks are also reasonably priced so you won't break the bank on a night out here. Great! Especially if you're on a budget. Give them a try
The old adage goes that if you see people of the same ethnic group enjoying the food, then it's really good. Cantonese style cuisine is the most well known of the Chinese cuisines as many of the immigrants world over, hail from Guangdong province. Here at Nakamori you will find great food representative of my ancestral home and of course sushi. Service is typically unobtrusive but warm and friendly and you are even encouraged to help yourself to the drinks fridge (if you're enjoying your sit down meal).
WAS recently introduced to this gem of a Chinese Cantonese cuisine restaurant.
Food was very good. Wish I knew about it earlier. Special mention about the white cut chicken, chinese sausage rice and the Japanese silken tofu dishes. YUM
As the name suggest that it is a Japanese restaurant, it also caters for the traditional Cantonese cuisine.
Been there twice and on both occasions the quality of food and service has been excellent. Well deserved 5 stars.
That past Sunday we had an 8 course meal for 16 guests and we paid just on R3000. Please note that we did not order any alcohol so you might have to add on to the bill.
The meal we had was soup, 2 prawn dishes, special fried chicken, egg plant hotpot, Mapo Tofu, special chinese sausage rice, veggies.
Haven't tried their sushi but the dishes that went out looked good.
Great family business, great food and service. Will be back.
We ate in. Decor is bare bones. Service was very prompt and food came out quickly, but we were the only ones being served at the time, apart from takeout deliveries. We both had sushi, and I’m pleased to report that the ingredients were very fresh and visually appealing. They have an alcohol license and a pretty well-stocked bar. Recommended for sushi (that’s all we had).
Food is exceptional. Best Chinese food in JHB. Noisy atmosphere from outside the building, but is not important.
Really, food over powers all negative aspects.
They just don't have porkbuns
Quaint little restaurant. Very friendly staff. Neat, tidy and nicely decorated. Menu for sushi and Chinese is excellent. Concise and comprehensive at the same time. Variety is just right. The sushi was super fresh and delicious. The Chinese food is just amazing. Delicious and generous portions.
This place is a hidden gem through and through. The sushi is always fresh with generous portions, the traditional Japanese meals is outstanding with quite a large variety. The ambiance is also very quiet and enjoyable. I love Nakamori so so much!
Ribs and deep fried prawns with mayonnaise are busin
Loved the crispy chicken and Chinese beer.
Have been a loyal customer for over 10 years, never disappointed
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