Mamanoko

Was excited to try this new spot on Chestnut, but clearly I wasn’t the only one — the place was packed. The service was not the best (didn’t really clarify some aspects of their menu(s)) but I feel this is just part of being a new and busy restaurant. Food was great! Have had few other opportunities to eat such delicious nigiri — it melts in your mouth. Overall, I highly recommend!

I live in the Marina and there are a zillion places to go. I don't go out that often but most of the time it's here if they have space. The food is amazing and so are Justin, Tim, and Omar at the bar. It's a really friendly place and a great place to meet folks. Am grateful to have Mamanoko as my favorite neighborhood restaurant and bar.

The place was packed when we went there. Definitely recommend making a reservation ahead of time. We ordered 7 items (including 2 drinks) - 1. Dojo house rolls 2. Wiki wiki house rolls 3. Midori house rolls 4. Unagi sashimi 5. Edomae 6. Mukashi cocktail The edomae was an 8 piece nigiri platter. The fish was fresh and tender yet slightly firm. It melted in the mouth with each bite. The rice was soft and subtle, providing a pleasant contrast to the fish's texture. Some nigiri had more wasabi than the other, so that was a bit off-putting as I am not a big fan of Wasabi. The hand rolls were pretty big and filling. Wiki wiki and midori were our favorites. The place is usually very loud.

An absolute GEM on Chestnut Street! Fantastic cocktails, sublime sushi and soups, and excellent service at the bar. The atmosphere is upscale casual. I don’t even know what else to say. Go here and find out for yourself: this place is amazing. 10/10 It’s been added to our favorites list! We love you Mamanoko!

The restaurant's atmosphere was cozy and the service incredible! The umami sliders were delicious as was my nigiri (kamasu, chu toro, a third I forget). The citrus & wiki wiki rolls were likewise amazing; however, the kinobi left a little to be desired. All-in-all, this restaurant is well worth the visit.