The food tasted amazing and had real wasabi but we decided to do the chef experience and left hungry. For $150 per person I expected to not want more food but, the entire experience was the equivalent of one sushi roll, literally 9 small bites. If you break it down it’s about $16 per bite. The experience did not include a pairing with drinks. We ended up going to jotoro afterwards because we were so hungry. To make the experience worth the price I would recommend doubling the amount of food. To put things into perspective I usually eat two rolls at any other sushi restaurant and leave full.

We have been wanting to try this place out for date night. The fish is fantastic and high quality. This is not your typical mediocre sushi place. We also had the ramen and it was probably the best broth we have ever had. We recommend this place and would definitely come here again. Pro tip - Don’t make a reservation when there is a lighting game. $35 to park in the parking garage.

Great food! Overall good experience…$15 per person for the reservation which was okay but know of no other place actually doing that in the Tampa Bay area and we go to a lot of places. I get it because of the such small place. We were seated at a table and asked for a booth they said we needed a reservation for a booth, we pulled up our reservation and said there’s no where that it says it needs to be specified. Once we sat down they said we could have a booth for 90min before a reservation comes in which was no problem because we had plans but still it was weird. Our server I believe was Tyler or Rachael , she was amazing! Knew the menu fully and was so knowledgeable and nice! Everything she recommended we got was amazing and kept ordering more!!!! She was just truly phenomenal and we let the manager know who also she was very nice too!!! The server was the best part of the experience! The food was just amazing! Totally worth it!!! We will be back! It is quite pricey but we found out they fly all the fish in fresh from a market in Tokyo every 24hrs I believe she said! From a fish market there! Wow! We will go back!!!!! For parking btw you have a walk , you have to park in. The garage down the the street.

Each course were amazing, chefs and servers were great. I liked the vibe a lot, and the drinks were good. Only thing for me was that no one said the last course was actually the last course and didn't even say a few words like "we hoped you enjoyed this experience and hope to see you again." We had to ask the server if that was it and she brought out the final bill. Still, great and unique courses. That "taco" and wagyu beef were amazing 👏

Price of food and the atmosphere doesn’t match… The music is loud and you get more of “Izakaya” feel; more like a fusion restaurant rather than an authentic sushi place. The fish is really fresh and delicious, but I feel the cut of the sashimi was a bit sloppy. I also wish the Chirashi, which cost $75, came with real fresh wasabi. When we asked for fresh wasabi, we were told the cost is $8. It’s a nice place to try, but the former Noble Rice was a much better experience over this new location.

My gf’s and I had dinner Wednesday and it was amazing. We each ordered two things and shared all of it so we could try as many things as possible. Everything was amazing. So many unique dishes and flavors. Well worth it. The service was also outstanding.

We really enjoyed our time at Noble Rice! Our waiter was awesome and very helpful on a lovely bottle of sake, pictured here. The miso salmon and rice was awesome, other picture. We had multiple rolls and fatty tunas and it was just great. Pro tip for parking, if you use the garage across from noble rice and show them your reservation confirmation you can get $5 parking which is a huge help as that area is crazy for parking.

First time for all 4 of us (2 Tampa natives and 2 Kansas City visitors) and it did NOT disappoint. Their space is unique, open, and welcoming. The smiles are contagious. Everyone here was genuinely excited to share the food and experience with us. We were so grateful for our server's recommendations, because they ended up being some of our favorite bites! Case in point: Best bite of the night was the Duck breast crostini with pistachio butter, onion jam, and shiso. Each flavor shines and the whole bite is just delectable. We also got the perfectly crispy (and magically hot) Karaage spicy fried chicken with citrus miso kewpie. Then spotted something that's not your average sushi restaurant appetizer: burrata and buttery milk bread toast with confit cherry tomato, black garlic molasses and yuzu marmalade. Yum. And to be sure we got a little market fare: the kale salad with shiitakes, charred onion, and pistachios, and a fantastic maple gochujang vinaigrette. 🥬 The rolls were unique, which was fun: I'd never tried scallop as sushi/roll, plus we had the Negi Toro, which features the fattier tuna and a dollop of tobanjan kewpie that made it zing in your mouth for a few minutes. Covered in shaved green onions, it was another one that had multiple distinct flavors in it. But the reason to go here: Absolutely luscious sashimi. We went for the Premium cuts, with a range of lean to fatty blue fin tuna (fun to taste the difference!), salmon, striped jack, and an array of soy sauces to compliment. (I liked the black garlic soy sauce best.) But my favorite surprise was the kani sashimi, simply served loose in a nori wrapper. (Somehow the nori here is better...) So clean and such a unique bite of something I thought I knew the taste of... Nothing like the chunks in a Cali roll. 🍣 Paired with a range of sakes and a matcha mint mocktail, we were stuffed but pleasantly so!

Constantly searching for high quality Japanese cuisine, we finally decided to visit Noble Rice. As we waltzed down Channelside, the entrance to Noble Rice snuck up on us. We always appreciate restaurants that lack “over-the-top” signage. As we entered, we were greeted by the absolute star of the show, Christian. He was a phenomenal host, We were fortunate enough to receive booth seating, which was much more intimate than the other tables in the restaurant. Our waiter did not leave a great impression on us. As he guided us through the menu, he always pointed out the most “bang for your buck” dishes, which immediately diminished the class of this establishment. For their drink options, we were deeply let down that they did not have plum wine, or sparkling sake, so we started off with the hojicha. Their green tea was lovely, and clearly authentic. Deep, earthy, and without fault. The first dish we received was the Akami Nigiri, and it was our least favorite dish. The akami was extremely fresh. However, the bed of crispy sweet potato was awful. It was not crispy, it just got stuck in our teeth. We then received the Beef Tartare. We would unquestionably order it again. A divine balance of sweet and savory. Creamy beef and sweet kimchi paired with lovely notes of maple, cut with the beautiful crispiness of a fresh wonton. After finally making a decision on a couple of cocktails from the bar, we ordered the Sakura martini. It was dangerously balanced and heavenly. The dish that followed was our A5 Wagyu Tasting. Served in a very traditional nigiri style, this Japanese BMS 12 Wagyu was clearly of high grade. Make sure to order freshly ground wasabi to truly enjoy the wagyu. We ordered the wasabi and sadly watched it die in the window for over fifteen minutes. The wagyu was very high quality, and of course, the iconic “melt in your mouth” nature of true wagyu. Alongside this plate, we also received our two maguro nigiri flights, as well as our shima aji and kanpachi nigiri. We would recommend the tuna flight to anyone experiencing Noble Rice for the first time. It solidly exemplifies the difference that fat content makes in the flavor and texture of a fish. From left to right, leanest to fattiest, you receive akami, toro, chutoro, and otoro. The otoro was by far the best bite. With the chutoro cut, you still get the flavors of the fish, paired with beautiful fattiness. The kanpachi and shima aji nigiri were high quality and fresh. As simple as that. Make sure you order extra ginger to cleanse your palate. After our nigiri plates, we received the Kano Crostini. This was another one of our “must-haves.” Noble Rice yet again hit that stunning harmony of savory and sweet. The duck and onion jam were a pristine pair. Along came the Hokkaido Uni and Avocado Yakitori. This adorable plate of flavor was a very intriguing dish. Fatty ingredients do not typically coincide well with fellow fatty ingredients, but did so, all due to the grilling factor. The light char tied this dish together. The Crispy Pork Belly, which was the next dish we received, was a plate that we for sure could have done without. The flavors were not exciting at all. We just had to try the uni on its own. It was good quality, and unquestionably came from the cold waters of Hokkaido. However, you could taste that the uni was box transported, and not freshly cracked. The stronger flavor of boxed uni can be off-putting for some people. We finalized our meal with possibly the best dessert we have had in a long time, and paired it with a tawny port, the Soy Milk Panna Cotta. We would go to Noble Rice solely for this dessert alone. Perfectly executed. Without flaw. The gracefulness and light-nature of the panna cotta fused with the rugged burnt honey, and the nutty black sesame in such an astonishing manner. With only a few faults, we will visit Noble Rice again. With spending over $500 (not including tip) for two people, we would expect everything to be perfect, thus why we must retract a star. Now we know what to order for our next visit. (More detailed review on Yelp!)

Sushi was clearly fresh. I actually had a fish I'd never seen before - Isaki also known as Chicken Grunt - a fattyish white fish. That in itself is impressive as I've had just about every type of sushi fish available in the states. That being said, the Nigiri was the least exciting thing we had. Knife work and presentation were "meh." Everything from the kitchen, however, was amazing. We opted to get the beef tartare with no additions, but I would recommend adding the Uni option. The Kani salad was sublime, with subtle hints of apple on a bed of maguro that appeared to be lightly pounded. The pork belly was perfectly rendered with pickled veggies that complemented it perfectly. The duck breast on toast was probably the single most decadent item, rich with a slight smokiness. The cocktails were on point, and the sake selection impressive without being overwhelming. Not quite 5 stars, but I would certainly return.

We had a great experience at Noble Rice, beginning with the friendliest bar staff who guided us through the menu and helped us make our decisions. Sally was fantastic and brought out a couple of wines based on the notes I usually go for and she nailed it. The food was delicious and did not disappoint. This is definitely a pricier restaurant, expect to pay over $100 but it’s very worth it. Would recommend for anyone seeking a unique dining experience.

Sally and Georgi know what service is all about. The Umami Martini was one of the single best martinis I’ve ever tasted. I went with Sally’s recommendations and every bite was wonderful. They are welcoming, kind, and absolutely adept at proper service. And the menu… simple… complex…. Delicious.

One of the best food experiences I have ever had. Great food, amazing attention, we booked the chef experience -- and it was worth every penny. The food and textures were very well put together completing each other very well.

Phenomenal experience! Byron our server was super attentive and knowledgeable. The hospitality was top notch; from the hosts to the server, to the management. The food was outstanding, tried multiple items from the shared plates, sashimi, hot items, and their desserts. (The panna cotta literally blew my mind.) The food also came out surprisingly quick. Would definitely recommend and will definitely be back.

Service: To start, big thank you to Byron our amazing server. So extremely knowledgeable & passionate about everything on the menu which was splendid. Great recommendations & attitude. Ambiance: The vibe in there is spectacular, super dim & moody, great intimate feel to the whole place. Private booths w/ gorgeous wood accents. There’s not a ton of space between you & other guests but it doesn’t feel cramped whatsoever Food: Everything on the menu from start to finish was incredibly intentional & delicious. This was my first time dining at Noble Rice but I’ve been looking forward to trying it out ever since I touched down here in the Tampa area, and they did not disappoint whatsoever. The shrimp toast was the best bite of the night for me personally because I’ve never had shrimp toast fried in wagyu tallow & it absolutely blew me away. The karaage was unfortunately a bit too spicy for my liking but it was very juicy & had a fantastic crunch to it. The salmon sashimi was more on the sweeter side which was good but not my favorite, however the salmon quality was spot on. My Toki Whiskey Sour was delish, I’m a big fan of all House of Suntory spirits, so this very well executed. Overall, Noble Rice is a MUST try, delicious, well-thought out, and stunning.

This was my first time eating at Nobel Rice. The atmosphere is trendy and buzzing, albeit a bit loud. Definitely a youthful vibe. The staff was all friendly and accommodating. The service was a touch slow initially, but that is to be expected on a busy Saturday night. The food was pretty good although I would not say it was memorable compared to many other sushi places in Tampa. It is also possibly the most expensive sushi I've had in Tampa. It is worth a visit but expect to spend quite a bit.

This is an amazing place to enjoy some incredibly good sushi. From top notch service, to excellent customer service, this place is to die for. Next time you’re in TAMPA, do yourself a favor and come eat here!!

It got a Michelin Star not sure how. The chairs were very uncomfortable to start. The place was also pretty empty so not sure if the word is already out. The sushi rolls were either bland or really spicy. The fried chicken was uneditable due to spice. The server was also not very attentive and also acting like we didnt order a roll we did. Not necessary

This is one of the best all around dining experiences I have had in some time. It’s rare that the food, service, and decor all combine to such excellence. The moment we walked in we were greeted by a few staff members with sincere warmth. Our server Christian was professional, helpful and had such a positive energy it was infectious. Our food was stellar - everything we ate was flavorful and delicious. Our water glasses were always full and the service hit the perfect balance of being attentive but not fussy or intrusive. Highly highly recommend. Keep up the good work team Noble Rice!

Wow. Great fusion Japanese restaurant in Channelside. Every dish was unique and flavorful in each bite. From the sushi to the dessert, I can’t say I’ve had anything similar anywhere else before. Their tiny chocolate dessert takes your mouth on a rollercoaster with all the flavor and textures that develop as you eat it. Mock-tails were delightful as well. Cant wait to come back and try even more!

One of the best Japanese restaurants in Tampa. I liked all their preparations. The different varieties of shashimi, Nigris were awesome. Close to the Tampa River Walk, very conveniently located but parking could be tricky at times

My friend and I had a great experience here on Friday! Our server was Christian and he was great. He was so kind and knew a lot about the menu and what we may like. We split the kale salad (I love the pistachio), 3 rolls and had some lychee martinis. The Negi Toro roll was my favorite! One of the workers (I think maybe the Manager?) came up and asked us how everything was and then got us another round of drinks. She was so kind and it made us feel special that she took the time to ask how things were. I will be back for sure!

A fantastic omakase experience at the counter with Chef Matt Lai! If you're in the Tampa area and appreciate a memorable food experience Noble Rice is your spot. Trust the Chef, and go with the omakase. The cocktails are also super tasty! This is my Tampa 2023 Number 1.

One of my favorite restaurants in Tampa. Super fresh nigiri and omakase. Ramen and fresh takes on light desserts as well. Love this spot!

Always 5 stars. No need to elaborate, just go. Everything is ALWAYS amazing including the service. Tyler has always taken care of us and she is excellent - very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. We have been several times and the experience is always the same.

This place always impresses me with the creativity and deliciousness of each dish! Visited last night to try some of their newer menu options. The Japanese custard dessert especially was incredible, with the most decadent miso caramel. The beef tartare packs an incredible umami punch, and I loved the richness of the salmon and avocado on the crispy rice!