Nori Japan - Albany: Fresh Hibachi-Style Japanese Fast Food with Friendly Service

Pretty good for a mall food court. Basic selection of rice, meat and mixed vegetables but meat was cooked to order. Portions were ample.

Place was amazing! I’ve been going since the beginning of the pandemic. My food has been delicious every single time, i love the the quick service cashiers are very kind. I never had a complaint. Whoever disagrees probably only seasons their food with salt & black pepper. I WILL CONTINUE TO SUPPORT THIS RESTAURANT

Hey there, fellow foodies! Welcome back to SimplyZakkai! Today, we're diving into the heart of the mall to check out some amazing Japanese flavors. Join me as we feast on the fresh, sizzling hibachi-style food at Nori Japan, located right here in the Colonie Center food court in Colonie, NY! This is the official start of our new segment: “Mall Munchies.” The first thing I want to point out is the experience: when a takeout place cooks the food right in front of you, the whole vibe changes! That sizzling show will always attract me. As for the service, it's about as good as it gets for a food court bite. The staff was respectful, the process was quick, and their instructions were very clear—a solid, smooth experience all around. The atmosphere here is a step above your normal food court takeout, and it all comes down to the live cooking. Now, let's talk about the food! I started with the Fried Shumai, which are basically small, deep-fried dumplings. They were absolutely delicious! A perfect crispy start. For the main event, I had to get a classic: Beef & Broccoli over Rice. The beef was the star of the show; it was freshly cooked, super tender, and delicious! The only slight stumble was the rice, which tasted a tad bit stale. Overall, the food was really good! Have to leave the place at a 7/10! Food:⭐⭐⭐⭐ Atmosphere:⭐⭐⭐ Service:⭐⭐⭐⭐ Overall rating: 4 ’s You definitely have to check this place out! Don’t forget to follow, comment, and like so you don't miss the next Mall Munchies review. And remember: “Where every bite tells the story!”

Friendly staff, food cooked on hot grill in front of us, bit of a wait time but it's because they cook the meat properly and it's popular, crisp soda, yummy flavors in the meat that beats competitors. Great experience every time!

Their food is average if not slightly above average as far as fast hibachi food goes. What keeps me coming back is the wonderful employees and service. They kept apologizing profusely for my meal being a little late and I could see all of them struggling to make it asap. Keep up the good work guys and keep making excellent food!

Food is great, probably one of the best things I've tasted in a while after moving to Troy. Been urging to eat something more flavorful and this restaurant definitely satisfied that, the price is just right and the employees are amazing.