KazuNori: The Original Hand Roll Bar®

Expect counter service and small plates at KazuNori: The Original Hand Roll Bar®. The two-story space on Bleecker Street’s northern stretch specializes in quick, casual sushi. Lunch and dinner are equally busy here, especially when solo diners drop by for a streamlined meal.

They pour beer and wine alongside neatly wrapped rolls, keeping the menu tight. Healthy options stay front and center without extra flourishes, and the wine list offers a few familiar choices for pairing. The Bleecker Street block is a low-key slice of the West Village, tucked between cafes and boutiques.

If the crowd is thin, you might snag a counter seat within minutes. The setup favors speed over ceremony; plates arrive fast and the alcohol menu stays concise. That leaves more room to focus on the hand rolls themselves.

Find them at 205 Bleecker St, New York, NY 10012 or call (917) 813-0718; directions are up-to-date.