Nobu Restaurant by Master Sushi Chef Nobu Matsuhisa opens in New Orleans

Sushi lovers, the wait is almost over. 3 years after it was first announced that Master Chef Nobu Matsuhisa would be opening a restaurant in New Orleans, Nobu will serve their first guests on August 15th.

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Originally from Saitama, Japan, Chef Matsuhisa moved to Los Angeles in 1977. In 1987, he opened his own restaurant,"Matsuhisa," at which actor Robert DeNiro became a regular customer. Ten years later, he partnered with DeNiro, Drew Nieporent, and Meir Teper to open a Nobu in Tribeca, New York. Today, under Nobu Hospitality, they operate 36 hotels and 56 restaurants globally.

Matsuhisa's Nobu restaurants are well-known worldwide for his unique take on traditional Japanese cuisine with Peruvian ingredients, a style often referred to as "Nobu Style." With signature dishes such as the Black Cod Miso and Rock Shrimp Tempura as well as other unique dishes that are certain to transport you to culinary euphoria.

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"Discover an unparalleled culinary experience at Nobu, the Japanese restaurant crafted by James Beard Award-winning chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Nestled in the historic city of New Orleans, Chef Nobu will bring his signature cuisine to Louisiana, setting a new standard for elevated Japanese dining in the heart of the Big Easy."

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Reservations for Nobu New Orleans are being accepted online now, starting on August 15th, at Reservations » Nobu Restaurants