I guess I didn't realize how much I like this place until I realize I've been here almost 10 times. It's a good sign when you see a lot of native people there. I come here for Korean food. Eating the small side dishes is my favorite part and the fact that they refill it makes it even better. The service and the staff were friendly. I had the Bi Bim bap? It has beef veggie and rice. I recommend getting it in a hot stone pot if it's your first time. Sushi- there's a lot left to be desire. We had the eel roll with cucumber on the outside. It had more texture than flavor.
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doug d.
I really like this little place. I go about 3 times a month. People running it are super nice, the atmosphere is good... there is music (why do asian places play american music???), but it is not overly loud. Two TV's, sound pretty much turned down, so it is not too noisy in the place. I have had both Korean and sushi here and the quality is very good on both. My only complaint is that they tend to overcook their rice IMO... not a good thing when everything on the menu comes with it! But other than that, the place is great! ps... great hot green tea too!
(4)
Genah L.
I lived in Korea for over 5 years, and my husband for almost 8. We adore Korean food and have tried every Korean restaurant in Nashville hoping for a similar experience to what we enjoyed for so long there. Well, with the first bite of my bi bim bap, we knew we had found "the one"! The side dishes were good and my husband ordered Japanese Udon, which was great too, but he wished he had ordered the bi bim bap too. Just on that dish alone we will be back again and again. Can't wait!
(5)
Kati H.
We live right behind Lowe's and decided to give this place a try last week. Sushi was fresh and delicious, small rolls so you might need more than your usual order - not that it matters really considering we got 5 rolls for $27, unheard of prices for this area (we generally go to Sushime and drop $55 while drinking water). Decor was nothing to write home about and service was a little slow, but for the prices, I'll let it slide. I thought this place was really good, and we will be back for sure.
(4)
Corey M.
This place is friggin' amazing. It has a small and simple but comfortable interior, the people are very friendly and welcoming, and the food is killer. HIGHLY recommend their "Lion King" roll. Perfect spot to go for an informal, relaxed setting for sushi.
(5)
Luis C.
The inside of facility is kinda cruddy. No style and lights are super bright looks like a house. How ever the food was good and sushi was good too and they have great prices!!!. I will return. They need to improve the attention to customers.
(4)
Lindsay M.
My husband and I have made this place a regular for takeout. The sushi is superb. It's fresh, beautiful, and tasty. I don't worry about getting sick when I eat the sushi here, which I can't say for other places. The employees are very friendly and the atmosphere feels home-y and authentic. We have never eaten in the restaurant, but they are always so nice when we pick up our orders. Sometimes we will go there to order and have a beer while it's being prepared. I love love love this place. I wish it was a bit closer to me, but we don't mind the 20 minute drive for the quality.
(5)
Bethany C.
I love this place! The sushi is inexpensive and delicious. I recommend the poki roll and the crazy roll.
(4)
Yvonne Y.
why not show the business hour in Yelp？when u came at 2：00，they told u they closed. but Yelp said their business hour from 11：00am -9：30pmï¼
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L P.
This is not the best sushi place in Nashville. It was okay sushi considering the price. I ordered squid salad and it wasn't fresh because it did not have that usual crunch to it. They also served Korean food, and that is only real good food here. The place needs a make over. It looked fairly decent from the outside, but it was old with horrible decor. It needs a major make over and maybe the food will be more appetizing to me.
(3)
John H.
Just had a great lunch at this hidden gem! They have the best Bim Bi Bop that I have had in Nashville, and Japanese selections as well. I'll be back for sure.
(4)
Jennifer W.
This was my first time trying Korean food. The service was very friendly and helpful in helping my family select a meal we would like. I definitely want to come back!
(4)
Daniel B.
I have tried this place twice or "twiced" for my southern homies. The sushi is adequate for people accustomed to sushi...but would not be a good first time experience. The Bento Box was ok. The tempura was fine and I didn't enjoy the Teriyaki sauce on the chicken.
(2)
Candice R.
The food is "meh". You get large portions for your money but I doubt I will eat my left overs. The sushi fell apart too. Not all the ingredients in the sushi were labeled on the menu. My friend has a shell fish allergy and ordered an eel roll. The eel roll description did not have crab listed but it was on the roll. Lucky for him it was imitation crab which only makes his mouth numb and throat itchy. If it was the real thing he would have needed his epipen and an ambulance.
(2)
Eileen C.
The prices were cheap, but the sushi was bland. Everything tasted about the same. It was overall just so-so. The decor was a bit seedy. The best part about this place was the fish tank. Even they looked bored.
(2)
Tori W.
I went to lunch here one day, and I'm glad I did! The decor is a little outdated, but looks aren't everything. I ordered sushi (since I had so little time for lunch and there was such an expansive menu), getting yellowtail and spicy tuna. Both were very delicious and the portion was very big in comparison with the price. The service was attentive (though, I was the only person there) and I got everything I wanted! Next time, though, I'm trying the Korean :)
(5)
Queen B.
Agree with everyone else.. This place is amazing. Low lighting, soft music, attentive staff.. We sat at the sushi bar and conversed with Wayne, the Sushi Chef. Our water glasses were always filled, our order was promptly taken. First out was the appetizer dishes they give you, when you order a meal. We ordered the seafood pancake and there was enough there for 3 people.. We ordered the Teale roll, twice.. (It's not on the menu, it's a special order) We were served promptly, Wayne was very pleasant to talk to.. Everything was fresh and delicious and ample! Two rolls, one seafood pancake, all made while we were sitting there talking to Wayne. Dishes were removed as we finished something. I looked around and noticed that many of the patrons were of Asian descent.. We knew we were in the right place. Keep up the great work, Wayne.. See you again, soon.
(5)
Mojo L.
This is one of my favorite place for Kimchi and Sushi. You can have the best of both world at one stop. Services are great foods are awesome. This's not a big or fancy restaurant, it's local and family friendly place The most satisfying things are the food taste good and the service is awesome.
(4)
Simon C.
This place is so unassuming and hidden, but the quality of the food for the price is astounding. Some of the best sushi in Nashville - only samurai sushi is better in my opinion. There are great options for teriyaki chicken etc for those who are not as adventurous. Highly recommend this place for locals who want to try something different. This place deserves to be more popular than it is.
(5)
Julia U.
Love Midori ! It's small but gets pretty busy . I like to call ahead & they're pretty quick with my order ! Quality seafood which is hard to come by with most sushi places ! Order the OMG roll & lion king .. My fav !
(5)
April M.
If you want a really really fresh fish- sushi or tamaki, this place is a place. Comparing this place with Seoul Garden, Korean seafood soup and all other soup here is better, but i think the stir fired there better.
(5)
Charles C.
Okay, I was headed to Lowe's in Antioch. When I left, I looked over and for some strange reason decided I needed sashimi for lunch. I thought what the hell. Let me just say I was blown away. No kidding. This was the freshest fish that I have had in Nashville. I enjoyed Tuna, Snapper, Salmon, and White Tuna sashimi. Let me say again... THE FISH IS BETTER than any other hot spot I've been to in Nashville... and I've been to them all. This is a hidden gem and I'll be back!
(5)
Adam Y.
I've been dining at Midori for about a decade now. It's been a place of discovery for me over the years. While not my introduction to sushi and Korean food, it is where I greatly expanded my knowledge and palette for the cuisines. Though they're not the absolute best at either, they still do a fantastic job at both. Midori will forever be my go-to for Sushi and Korean.
(5)
Kristie A.
Service and food: 3/5. When we came for dinner on a Friday night, no table was open. They had people coming in every 15 mins or so. I order dot katsu and my boyfriend ordered spicy tuna. The spicy tuna was actually spicy! I'd rate it 6.5/10. It wasn't bad but it barely had rice. My pet peeve for sushi is when I can see the seaweed wrap. The dot katsu was very sweet but I think it's meant to be that. I added soy sauce to balance it out. The pork katsu was a little bit hard. Service: the girl that we had was nice but there were only two servers that it took them a little but longer to get to us. It's not a bad place. Id go back and try other dishes again. It seems very authentic and popular to local Koreans.
(3)
David O.
I hate to say it, but nothing I tried here particularly blew me away. I was also stuck at a seat right next to the large fish tank that takes up most of one wall near the entrance. Nice as the fish are, this location doesn't really afford the person sitting there much room to move around. I live far enough away that I'd probably not make the journey back here. I want to stress that nothing was bad, just that none of the sushi I had blew me away. Having said all of that, I'd like to point out that it may have the very best Korean food anywhere in Nashville. I didn't order anything off that menu, and this may very well be why my experience was not so positive. I do know that you probably don't want a seat next to that fish tank.
(3)
Danielle S.
This place is delicious! Best sushi I've had so far in nashville! They are known for their Korean dishes which are also amazing! Every sushi roll that we have had from there is great! (Spicy tuna, Elizabeth, rainbow, spicy yellowtail, lion king). The Korean barbecue is amazing as well. Great food and great prices. The restaurant itself is a little hole in the wall but those are usually the best places. This will definitely be our "go to" spot for sushi from now on!
(4)
Jason B.
OMG!!!!!! This place has by far the most fresh, and best sushi and Korean dishes in Nashvegas by far, and some of the best I have ever eaten! I have brought out of towners here, and they say they will make a special trip just to come here. Unfortunately, I think this hidden gem has been discovered. I went last weekend, and it was packed with the Nashville "Foodie" crowd. The only other place in Nashvegas that comes close to offering the uniqueness of this gem, and bang for the buck is Mas Tacos. This place does for Korean dishes what Mas Tacos gave Nashville for authentic Mexican. Try the spicy seafood soup with noodles (sorry can't pronounce the name) and thank me later!
(5)
Laila S.
I've read the other reviews and I'm confused. I thought this place was fabulous. the Staff was very friendly and efficient. The sashimi was delicate, fresh, (not frozen) and beautiful. the prices are really reasonable and they have all kinds of rolls, that they categorize by ingredients, which is so helpful. this is my second time here (I actually thought they closed) and it wont be my last. I definitely will be trying something off the Korean menu next time.
(5)
Tracy F.
If we could give Midori 4 1/2 stars, we would. Come on, Yelp, allow us to make that happen! We came here on a Saturday night for a relaxed dinner, and literally wobbled out from being so full of delicious Korean food! We ordered 3 of our standard Korean favorites: seafood pancake, bim-bim bop, and spicy squid and vegetables. The food came out hot, fresh and perfectly cooked. The seafood pancake was HUGE and chock full of squid, shrimp and green onions and topped with a delicious sauce. Our only complaint was that the pancake was a bit thick compared to others we've tried elsewhere (but we'll let that one go on account of the pancake being, overall, quite delicious). The bim bim bop (my personal favorite) was good as well, full of veggies and accompanied by a perfectly spiced sauce. I would have liked more beef in the dish, but it was otherwise very tasty. The spicy squid dish had plenty of squid, big chunks of zucchini and a variety of other vegetables. Our main courses were served with the standard Korean appetizers: kimchi, spicy daikon radish, bean sprouts, potatoes, and other fun dishes you just need to try to complete your experience. The waitstaff was very friendly and eager to make our meal a good one. Both my fiance and I were spoiled by Koreatown in NYC, where we ate some of the best Korean food in the USA. While Midori isn't quite up to par with the amazing Korean BBQ joints in New York, this is certainly some of the best Korean food we've found in Nashville. It's definitely worth the 30-minute drive from Bellevue to fulfill our Korean food cravings. We didn't try either, but the other Korean dishes, as well as the sushi, looked delicious. We'll be back!
(4)
Sharon H.
Dropped in here just on a whim. What a great hidden find! We got the Buh Go Gi beef that came with some little side dishes. Kimchi was as good as any home made I've had, and totally beats any store bought I've had. The sushi we ordered was the spider roll and OMG roll. The sushi was good but my only comment is the seaweed used is a bit tougher than I like. The servers were helpful and friendly. It's a small joint but packed with YUM!
(5)
J R.
Absolutely worth the drive to here. Korean Bulgogi and Japanese Udon noodle soup was so filling and fresh for our group of 4. Very busy place, no wait though. Bathroom clean. Service sincere. A lot of natives there, great sign. Just absolutely satisfied and will return again.
(5)
Zindan T.
Went in for Korean food came out with a new outlook on life. It was the best giabee I have had in a very very long time. Seafood pancake was huge and packed and that's what a lot of Asian places are missing. I'm not a huge fan of soy sauce and none of the food here needs it! Already went twice before I left this review!
(5)
Jamee C.
I absolutely love love love this place. I am fully Korean and I've tried pretty much all the Korean restaurants, Korean-owned or Korean-ran restaurants in the area and I would say this is the best Korean and Japanese restaurant in Nashville. I love that they don't try to Americanize the food or play any of its flavors down. Especially my mother was from south coast in Korea - their foods are a little more spicy and seasoned than people up further north due to warmer weather - and this suits my appetite very well. The atmosphere isn't the nicest and they don't have the nicest furniture but everything tastes great. All their ingredients are fresh and I was actually pretty impressed with the quality of raw fish they served, especially regarding this is Tennessee. I have not been disappointed by their food ever. I must be honest and point out their Japanese food is a little Koreanized but that is what I am used to so I love it, and it's not far off the charts from authentic Japanese food as some of the American-owned Japanese restaurants. My boyfriend's never been to Korea, and never tried Korean food but he loves the food here as well. Highly recommend this place.
(5)
Aaron H.
Midori was great! I got the Bulgogi. It was just as good as the several times I had it in South Korea. I also got a spicy tuna roll, which was spot on. Their menu is great. It's sort of a hole in the wall type place.
(5)
Jason P.
Our new favorite place for Korean food! I tried it out and loved it so much I took a friend visiting from Australia a few days later and he loved the food as well. Unlike most places here in town they have a choice of 4 or 5 different types of sake (and soju if you are lucky). It's a small place, mom and pop nothing fancy but the food is far better than i expected. Service was attentive even though they were busy both times we went recently. It's not fast, there is a little lady in the kitchen cooking. team of one. don't get in a hurry good things take time. What really makes it a great experience for me is when the staff are willing to answer questions and make recommendations, and these folks are super nice and helpful. Several ladies came by to ask us how we liked everything and help us with the more exotic choices we made (they kept warning us to stir the hot pot so the rice wouldn't brown, but that is my favorite part!). The seafood pancake is an enormous yummy fried miracle. trust me if you like seafood/octopus you will love this. The ribs are awesome but you will have to fight the other people at your table for them. don't say i didn't warn you. If you go on friday night at 7 don't expect to be out of there in 30 minutes. We got a ton of food for a very reasonable price. Can't wait to go back and try the sushi. Banchan were different each time we went and all were tasty, again if you enjoy authentic Korean food.
(4)
Diana J.
My new favorite sushi spot. Ridiculously good. Service is great, servers are nice, and the chef will make you something whether it is on the menu or not.
(5)
Elizabeth P.
This is my go-to lunch spot, weekly. (Except Tuesday - closed). I get my sushi fix here on the reg. Always friendly, always fast. Decent prices & quality.
(4)
A C.
I'm very happy to see that Midori has been reclassified as a Korean Restaurant /Sushi Bar here on Yelp. They have three distinctive offerings on their menu: Japanese: Not much to say here, I've never tried it. Sushi: Very good sushi - fresh, generous portion, and reasonably priced. Korean: in my opinion, the real reason to go to Midori. The owners/staff are Korean and this is the real deal. Great bulgogi and dol-sot bibimpap - very authentic flavor. The appetizers are wonderful as well. Be adventurous and try the Korean food - you won't regret it! Price is pretty reasonable - around $10 a plate (though some of the Korean dishes like galbi or a big portion of bulgogi can be a bit more. Sushi very reasonable at $3-5 for common rolls. Great place overall.
(5)
Matt I.
I've been the this restaurant three times in the last month and loved it every time. So far, I've had both the spicy pork and beef bulgogis and the dolsot bibimbap, all of which have been filled with flavor and are a relatively better value than similar local restaurants like Korea House. Prior to each dish, I was presented with tons of side dishes that just kept on being replenished by our very attentive server. Sides are an important part of a Korean dish for me, and I'm happy to say that the sides fully exceeded my expectations in both quantity and quality. The sushi is wonderful too! However, I recommend getting a raw roll. The first time, I had a spicy tuna roll, which was rather phenomenal given the relatively low cost. However, the spicy crab roll was OK at best. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for a good place to get cheap ($10-$15/entree) Korean fare.
(5)
Andy W.
I've lived on both coast and currently outside of NYC and Midori is some of the best sushi I've had anywhere. They do have the best spicy tuna handroll I've ever tasted. I dream about it!! When I come to Nashville this is a first stop.
(5)
Simon K.
If you haven't noticed, most Japanese restaurants are owned and run by Koreans. I just think Koreans just like sushi a lot. So this place did the natural thing and ended up serving both. However when you go to a place that serves two different types of cuisine, neither one are usually that good. Amongst the Koreans, this place is definitely not on the top. And as for sushi, it's mediocre. The place is clean, service isn't bad, and food is decent. But I walk out of the place feeling like I could've gotten the same thing somewhere else and done much better. Odd thing: My girlfriend got her license plate stolen off her car here. Weird, but it happened. Not too sure if it's the safest place. I don't recommend that you go but if you do, park w/ your trunk facing the restaurant.
(2)
Connie P.
I wasn't expecting much when we first went there. The tables and decor aren't very nice; however, the food was actually really good - especially for the price. We had mostly sushi...the spicy tuna rolls were great. We also had the bulgogi and as another reader said, it was pretty sweet, but still good. I spent the last 3 years in Korea teaching English, so I wasn't expecting it to be good, but we actually really liked it. And where can you find wine for less than $5 a glass! The downside is that when they are busy, don't expect things to happen very fast.
(4)
Erin J.
Please allow me to validate all reviews that mentioned how bomb the spicy tuna roll is....yep, yep! The best I've ever had, and that's saying a lot since I've eaten a LOT of sushi. Maybe it's because the tuna is so fresh, maybe because they use my love, Sriracha (instead of wasabi which I despise)? Maybe it's just because it's the best! I also made a successful foray into the Korean cuisine. I sampled the spicy Korean seafood stew with noodles, and the hubs tried the seafood pancake. Both were diggity. Tip: if you're the average joe, order the seafood stew mild, but if you can handle some heat like me, then order it spicy. My only criticism is that I didn't eat all the seafood in the stew immediately (mussels, octopus tentacles, shrimp), and by the time I got around to it all it was a little tough. BUT, I would definitely order it again and just eat all the seafood first. I'm not quite sure how they pulled it off, but the stew was still steaming hot after 20 minutes (and no, it was not in a stone pot!). The seafood pancake was amazing, but the hubs would have prefered it as an appetizer. While it was SO good - seafood cooked perfectly, seasoned spot-on, texture just right - it was just a lot of the same dish. As others have mentioned, the ambiance isn't the best - very bright, no music, slightly dingy - it was good enough. Everything was very clean & tidy which is what catches my attention. They also offer wine & beer which we of course had to partake in. Also the Korean dishes aren't cheap, but they are worth it. And I had a giant portion to take home. All in all, we'll certainly be back. Amazing sushi AND great Korean food....how cool is that?
(4)
Soukie K.
We dine here probably 2-3 times a month. The best place for sushi and Korean dishes. Although, the place isn't as fancy as other Korean restaurants, it's more of a homey feel, but the food certainly makes up for it! The service isn't always the best though, when they're extremely busy, be prepare to wait 10-20 minutes or more for your food.
(4)
Red Tail H.
There are a few rules one should always follow: -Never get involved in a land war in Asia -Never eat Mexican food in Middle America. -Never eat Korean food in Nashville. I went in here with high expectations; my friend had come here before for sushi, so I expected that the Korean food would be even better as the place is *run by Koreans*. Alas, my hopes were dashed to the ground and stomped all over. The bulgogi was sweet. I know that it's supposed to be sweet - but it's not supposed to taste like sugar. The meat quality was poor; poorer than the quality that I got at rest stops in South Korea, and that's saying a lot. The kimchi.... Oh, what to say about the kimchi. It was pickled sweet, and it had LOTS of reddish sauce dumped all over it. The bean sprouts were good, but bland. The cucumbers were spicy, sweet, and bland. The broccoli was decent, but also bland. *sigh* My one foray into Japanese was the edamame and that was both overcooked on the outside (WAY too hot!) and undercooked on the inside. I was wondering if it had been freezer burnt, and then tried to be salvaged, it is was so bad. The service was pleasant enough, though our waiter was new and couldn't tell us much about some of the options. I'll never want to come back to this place, but if you do and want to try the Korean: on the way out, I saw the ethnic Koreans eating bibimbap & seafood soup. Presumably those are their specialties. I have no desire to ever come back and find out for sure.
(1)
Susan K.
Nashville's got lots of hip and trendy sushi joints, many claiming to be the best. Midori could rival them any day! Yes, I am basically saying Midori is Nashville's best sushi joint, WITHOUT having given any others a chance. Maybe that's wrong, but I honestly don't think you could walk away full of really good sushi and still have money in your wallet at many of the other places, such as PM, Virago, Zumi, etc. I have been to Midori several times, and every time, it has left my guests saying, "how have I never heard of this place before?" I don't know beans about authenticity, but usually when I go here, the only people eating here are Asians. There are never any hipsters and wannabes trying to look cool by shelling out big bucks for style only and no substance. I always try something different here, but usually get the Spicy Tuna roll, caterpillar roll, or spider roll.... and I do know one thing: I love Midori.
(5)
Krash T.
This is a great restaurant. Okay, the ambiance is a little funky - but it's clean. The dishes aren't all that adventurous but they're also not the crappy American-style rolls fake "sushi restaurants" have been making up these past few years - cream cheese, really?! The Korean food is authentic, the side dishes alone are worth the price of the dinner entree (and you can get them as an entree too). The sushi is fresh - and again, maybe not quite as fresh as if you sit at the sushi bar at Peter's Sushi Thai, but half the price. My family and I love this place and have not sent a single person here who was disappointed. It beats Peter's if you're not at the sushi bar (because they tend not to take you seriously then). Beats the heck out of Ru-San and Hanabi. Just a wonderful little unpretentious restaurant in a strip mall. Like you'd find in Japan.
(4)
Erika V.
I went to Midori's this evening with my fiance. I was thrilled to get some fabulous Korean food - exactly how I remember it from Korea! We both had Dol Sot Bi Bim Bap, which was fabulous. The side dishes were all great as well, and I love that they brought out some watermelon after dinner, just like I remember. Our waiter was very attentive, as well. We will definitely go back!
(5)
Rachel J.
Place is quaint. Price is right. Been open for AT LEAST ten years so they must be doing something right. Tried it tonight, had sushi, was not disappointed. Yum!
(4)
Cat H.
As a Korean, I was very impressed. All their dishes were fresh and tasted like traditional Korean food. Bolgogi and OjingUh Bokeum (Spicy squid) dishes were outstanding. I will for sure visit this place every time I'm in Nashville. Love this place. :)
(5)
Diana O.
Love their food here. Everything tastes good here. They have better prices compared to other Korean restaurant. A family own place. Restaurant located in a shopping strips. They do get pretty busy here. Eat up!
(5)
Larisa N.
Good sushi and price is affordable. The interior isn't fancy at all. I've eaten there a couple times and don't recall any issues. Good for lunch.
(4)
Sarah W.
Would've given 5 but the service is really slow. The food was delish though! Great, fresh sushi!! Our server only came to get our orders and bring beverages then never returned until it was time to leave! Will definitely be back, but only for takeout!
(4)
Michelle P.
Absolutely delicious! I came for lunch on a pretty slow day. It was just two other occupied tables and myself. My server was a really sweet lady. I have never eaten Korean food and she explained the menu to me. I am a soup girl so I opted for a "hot/spicy" veggie soup with Beef. It was awesome! Although, to me it was not hot. My soup also came with white rice and array of pickled veggies (kimchi?) I had never had this and was very surprised that I absolutely loved it! When I got my check they gave me a really sweet melon to round out the meal. I would definitely come back here.
(5)
FoodCritic 6.
Love this place! Nice and friendly place. Love the sushi. Good service. Can't say anything more.
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Lunch Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Divey Noise Level : Quiet Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Tiffany D.
I guess I didn't realize how much I like this place until I realize I've been here almost 10 times. It's a good sign when you see a lot of native people there. I come here for Korean food. Eating the small side dishes is my favorite part and the fact that they refill it makes it even better. The service and the staff were friendly. I had the Bi Bim bap? It has beef veggie and rice. I recommend getting it in a hot stone pot if it's your first time. Sushi- there's a lot left to be desire. We had the eel roll with cucumber on the outside. It had more texture than flavor.
(4)doug d.
I really like this little place. I go about 3 times a month. People running it are super nice, the atmosphere is good... there is music (why do asian places play american music???), but it is not overly loud. Two TV's, sound pretty much turned down, so it is not too noisy in the place. I have had both Korean and sushi here and the quality is very good on both. My only complaint is that they tend to overcook their rice IMO... not a good thing when everything on the menu comes with it! But other than that, the place is great! ps... great hot green tea too!
(4)Genah L.
I lived in Korea for over 5 years, and my husband for almost 8. We adore Korean food and have tried every Korean restaurant in Nashville hoping for a similar experience to what we enjoyed for so long there. Well, with the first bite of my bi bim bap, we knew we had found "the one"! The side dishes were good and my husband ordered Japanese Udon, which was great too, but he wished he had ordered the bi bim bap too. Just on that dish alone we will be back again and again. Can't wait!
(5)Kati H.
We live right behind Lowe's and decided to give this place a try last week. Sushi was fresh and delicious, small rolls so you might need more than your usual order - not that it matters really considering we got 5 rolls for $27, unheard of prices for this area (we generally go to Sushime and drop $55 while drinking water). Decor was nothing to write home about and service was a little slow, but for the prices, I'll let it slide. I thought this place was really good, and we will be back for sure.
(4)Corey M.
This place is friggin' amazing. It has a small and simple but comfortable interior, the people are very friendly and welcoming, and the food is killer. HIGHLY recommend their "Lion King" roll. Perfect spot to go for an informal, relaxed setting for sushi.
(5)Luis C.
The inside of facility is kinda cruddy. No style and lights are super bright looks like a house. How ever the food was good and sushi was good too and they have great prices!!!. I will return. They need to improve the attention to customers.
(4)Lindsay M.
My husband and I have made this place a regular for takeout. The sushi is superb. It's fresh, beautiful, and tasty. I don't worry about getting sick when I eat the sushi here, which I can't say for other places. The employees are very friendly and the atmosphere feels home-y and authentic. We have never eaten in the restaurant, but they are always so nice when we pick up our orders. Sometimes we will go there to order and have a beer while it's being prepared. I love love love this place. I wish it was a bit closer to me, but we don't mind the 20 minute drive for the quality.
(5)Bethany C.
I love this place! The sushi is inexpensive and delicious. I recommend the poki roll and the crazy roll.
(4)Yvonne Y.
why not show the business hour in Yelp？when u came at 2：00，they told u they closed. but Yelp said their business hour from 11：00am -9：30pmï¼
(1)L P.
This is not the best sushi place in Nashville. It was okay sushi considering the price. I ordered squid salad and it wasn't fresh because it did not have that usual crunch to it. They also served Korean food, and that is only real good food here. The place needs a make over. It looked fairly decent from the outside, but it was old with horrible decor. It needs a major make over and maybe the food will be more appetizing to me.
(3)John H.
Just had a great lunch at this hidden gem! They have the best Bim Bi Bop that I have had in Nashville, and Japanese selections as well. I'll be back for sure.
(4)Jennifer W.
This was my first time trying Korean food. The service was very friendly and helpful in helping my family select a meal we would like. I definitely want to come back!
(4)Daniel B.
I have tried this place twice or "twiced" for my southern homies. The sushi is adequate for people accustomed to sushi...but would not be a good first time experience. The Bento Box was ok. The tempura was fine and I didn't enjoy the Teriyaki sauce on the chicken.
(2)Candice R.
The food is "meh". You get large portions for your money but I doubt I will eat my left overs. The sushi fell apart too. Not all the ingredients in the sushi were labeled on the menu. My friend has a shell fish allergy and ordered an eel roll. The eel roll description did not have crab listed but it was on the roll. Lucky for him it was imitation crab which only makes his mouth numb and throat itchy. If it was the real thing he would have needed his epipen and an ambulance.
(2)Eileen C.
The prices were cheap, but the sushi was bland. Everything tasted about the same. It was overall just so-so. The decor was a bit seedy. The best part about this place was the fish tank. Even they looked bored.
(2)Tori W.
I went to lunch here one day, and I'm glad I did! The decor is a little outdated, but looks aren't everything. I ordered sushi (since I had so little time for lunch and there was such an expansive menu), getting yellowtail and spicy tuna. Both were very delicious and the portion was very big in comparison with the price. The service was attentive (though, I was the only person there) and I got everything I wanted! Next time, though, I'm trying the Korean :)
(5)Queen B.
Agree with everyone else.. This place is amazing. Low lighting, soft music, attentive staff.. We sat at the sushi bar and conversed with Wayne, the Sushi Chef. Our water glasses were always filled, our order was promptly taken. First out was the appetizer dishes they give you, when you order a meal. We ordered the seafood pancake and there was enough there for 3 people.. We ordered the Teale roll, twice.. (It's not on the menu, it's a special order) We were served promptly, Wayne was very pleasant to talk to.. Everything was fresh and delicious and ample! Two rolls, one seafood pancake, all made while we were sitting there talking to Wayne. Dishes were removed as we finished something. I looked around and noticed that many of the patrons were of Asian descent.. We knew we were in the right place. Keep up the great work, Wayne.. See you again, soon.
(5)Mojo L.
This is one of my favorite place for Kimchi and Sushi. You can have the best of both world at one stop. Services are great foods are awesome. This's not a big or fancy restaurant, it's local and family friendly place The most satisfying things are the food taste good and the service is awesome.
(4)Simon C.
This place is so unassuming and hidden, but the quality of the food for the price is astounding. Some of the best sushi in Nashville - only samurai sushi is better in my opinion. There are great options for teriyaki chicken etc for those who are not as adventurous. Highly recommend this place for locals who want to try something different. This place deserves to be more popular than it is.
(5)Julia U.
Love Midori ! It's small but gets pretty busy . I like to call ahead & they're pretty quick with my order ! Quality seafood which is hard to come by with most sushi places ! Order the OMG roll & lion king .. My fav !
(5)April M.
If you want a really really fresh fish- sushi or tamaki, this place is a place. Comparing this place with Seoul Garden, Korean seafood soup and all other soup here is better, but i think the stir fired there better.
(5)Charles C.
Okay, I was headed to Lowe's in Antioch. When I left, I looked over and for some strange reason decided I needed sashimi for lunch. I thought what the hell. Let me just say I was blown away. No kidding. This was the freshest fish that I have had in Nashville. I enjoyed Tuna, Snapper, Salmon, and White Tuna sashimi. Let me say again... THE FISH IS BETTER than any other hot spot I've been to in Nashville... and I've been to them all. This is a hidden gem and I'll be back!
(5)Adam Y.
I've been dining at Midori for about a decade now. It's been a place of discovery for me over the years. While not my introduction to sushi and Korean food, it is where I greatly expanded my knowledge and palette for the cuisines. Though they're not the absolute best at either, they still do a fantastic job at both. Midori will forever be my go-to for Sushi and Korean.
(5)Kristie A.
Service and food: 3/5. When we came for dinner on a Friday night, no table was open. They had people coming in every 15 mins or so. I order dot katsu and my boyfriend ordered spicy tuna. The spicy tuna was actually spicy! I'd rate it 6.5/10. It wasn't bad but it barely had rice. My pet peeve for sushi is when I can see the seaweed wrap. The dot katsu was very sweet but I think it's meant to be that. I added soy sauce to balance it out. The pork katsu was a little bit hard. Service: the girl that we had was nice but there were only two servers that it took them a little but longer to get to us. It's not a bad place. Id go back and try other dishes again. It seems very authentic and popular to local Koreans.
(3)David O.
I hate to say it, but nothing I tried here particularly blew me away. I was also stuck at a seat right next to the large fish tank that takes up most of one wall near the entrance. Nice as the fish are, this location doesn't really afford the person sitting there much room to move around. I live far enough away that I'd probably not make the journey back here. I want to stress that nothing was bad, just that none of the sushi I had blew me away. Having said all of that, I'd like to point out that it may have the very best Korean food anywhere in Nashville. I didn't order anything off that menu, and this may very well be why my experience was not so positive. I do know that you probably don't want a seat next to that fish tank.
(3)Danielle S.
This place is delicious! Best sushi I've had so far in nashville! They are known for their Korean dishes which are also amazing! Every sushi roll that we have had from there is great! (Spicy tuna, Elizabeth, rainbow, spicy yellowtail, lion king). The Korean barbecue is amazing as well. Great food and great prices. The restaurant itself is a little hole in the wall but those are usually the best places. This will definitely be our "go to" spot for sushi from now on!
(4)Jason B.
OMG!!!!!! This place has by far the most fresh, and best sushi and Korean dishes in Nashvegas by far, and some of the best I have ever eaten! I have brought out of towners here, and they say they will make a special trip just to come here. Unfortunately, I think this hidden gem has been discovered. I went last weekend, and it was packed with the Nashville "Foodie" crowd. The only other place in Nashvegas that comes close to offering the uniqueness of this gem, and bang for the buck is Mas Tacos. This place does for Korean dishes what Mas Tacos gave Nashville for authentic Mexican. Try the spicy seafood soup with noodles (sorry can't pronounce the name) and thank me later!
(5)Laila S.
I've read the other reviews and I'm confused. I thought this place was fabulous. the Staff was very friendly and efficient. The sashimi was delicate, fresh, (not frozen) and beautiful. the prices are really reasonable and they have all kinds of rolls, that they categorize by ingredients, which is so helpful. this is my second time here (I actually thought they closed) and it wont be my last. I definitely will be trying something off the Korean menu next time.
(5)Tracy F.
If we could give Midori 4 1/2 stars, we would. Come on, Yelp, allow us to make that happen! We came here on a Saturday night for a relaxed dinner, and literally wobbled out from being so full of delicious Korean food! We ordered 3 of our standard Korean favorites: seafood pancake, bim-bim bop, and spicy squid and vegetables. The food came out hot, fresh and perfectly cooked. The seafood pancake was HUGE and chock full of squid, shrimp and green onions and topped with a delicious sauce. Our only complaint was that the pancake was a bit thick compared to others we've tried elsewhere (but we'll let that one go on account of the pancake being, overall, quite delicious). The bim bim bop (my personal favorite) was good as well, full of veggies and accompanied by a perfectly spiced sauce. I would have liked more beef in the dish, but it was otherwise very tasty. The spicy squid dish had plenty of squid, big chunks of zucchini and a variety of other vegetables. Our main courses were served with the standard Korean appetizers: kimchi, spicy daikon radish, bean sprouts, potatoes, and other fun dishes you just need to try to complete your experience. The waitstaff was very friendly and eager to make our meal a good one. Both my fiance and I were spoiled by Koreatown in NYC, where we ate some of the best Korean food in the USA. While Midori isn't quite up to par with the amazing Korean BBQ joints in New York, this is certainly some of the best Korean food we've found in Nashville. It's definitely worth the 30-minute drive from Bellevue to fulfill our Korean food cravings. We didn't try either, but the other Korean dishes, as well as the sushi, looked delicious. We'll be back!
(4)Sharon H.
Dropped in here just on a whim. What a great hidden find! We got the Buh Go Gi beef that came with some little side dishes. Kimchi was as good as any home made I've had, and totally beats any store bought I've had. The sushi we ordered was the spider roll and OMG roll. The sushi was good but my only comment is the seaweed used is a bit tougher than I like. The servers were helpful and friendly. It's a small joint but packed with YUM!
(5)J R.
Absolutely worth the drive to here. Korean Bulgogi and Japanese Udon noodle soup was so filling and fresh for our group of 4. Very busy place, no wait though. Bathroom clean. Service sincere. A lot of natives there, great sign. Just absolutely satisfied and will return again.
(5)Zindan T.
Went in for Korean food came out with a new outlook on life. It was the best giabee I have had in a very very long time. Seafood pancake was huge and packed and that's what a lot of Asian places are missing. I'm not a huge fan of soy sauce and none of the food here needs it! Already went twice before I left this review!
(5)Jamee C.
I absolutely love love love this place. I am fully Korean and I've tried pretty much all the Korean restaurants, Korean-owned or Korean-ran restaurants in the area and I would say this is the best Korean and Japanese restaurant in Nashville. I love that they don't try to Americanize the food or play any of its flavors down. Especially my mother was from south coast in Korea - their foods are a little more spicy and seasoned than people up further north due to warmer weather - and this suits my appetite very well. The atmosphere isn't the nicest and they don't have the nicest furniture but everything tastes great. All their ingredients are fresh and I was actually pretty impressed with the quality of raw fish they served, especially regarding this is Tennessee. I have not been disappointed by their food ever. I must be honest and point out their Japanese food is a little Koreanized but that is what I am used to so I love it, and it's not far off the charts from authentic Japanese food as some of the American-owned Japanese restaurants. My boyfriend's never been to Korea, and never tried Korean food but he loves the food here as well. Highly recommend this place.
(5)Aaron H.
Midori was great! I got the Bulgogi. It was just as good as the several times I had it in South Korea. I also got a spicy tuna roll, which was spot on. Their menu is great. It's sort of a hole in the wall type place.
(5)Jason P.
Our new favorite place for Korean food! I tried it out and loved it so much I took a friend visiting from Australia a few days later and he loved the food as well. Unlike most places here in town they have a choice of 4 or 5 different types of sake (and soju if you are lucky). It's a small place, mom and pop nothing fancy but the food is far better than i expected. Service was attentive even though they were busy both times we went recently. It's not fast, there is a little lady in the kitchen cooking. team of one. don't get in a hurry good things take time. What really makes it a great experience for me is when the staff are willing to answer questions and make recommendations, and these folks are super nice and helpful. Several ladies came by to ask us how we liked everything and help us with the more exotic choices we made (they kept warning us to stir the hot pot so the rice wouldn't brown, but that is my favorite part!). The seafood pancake is an enormous yummy fried miracle. trust me if you like seafood/octopus you will love this. The ribs are awesome but you will have to fight the other people at your table for them. don't say i didn't warn you. If you go on friday night at 7 don't expect to be out of there in 30 minutes. We got a ton of food for a very reasonable price. Can't wait to go back and try the sushi. Banchan were different each time we went and all were tasty, again if you enjoy authentic Korean food.
(4)Diana J.
My new favorite sushi spot. Ridiculously good. Service is great, servers are nice, and the chef will make you something whether it is on the menu or not.
(5)Elizabeth P.
This is my go-to lunch spot, weekly. (Except Tuesday - closed). I get my sushi fix here on the reg. Always friendly, always fast. Decent prices & quality.
(4)A C.
I'm very happy to see that Midori has been reclassified as a Korean Restaurant /Sushi Bar here on Yelp. They have three distinctive offerings on their menu: Japanese: Not much to say here, I've never tried it. Sushi: Very good sushi - fresh, generous portion, and reasonably priced. Korean: in my opinion, the real reason to go to Midori. The owners/staff are Korean and this is the real deal. Great bulgogi and dol-sot bibimpap - very authentic flavor. The appetizers are wonderful as well. Be adventurous and try the Korean food - you won't regret it! Price is pretty reasonable - around $10 a plate (though some of the Korean dishes like galbi or a big portion of bulgogi can be a bit more. Sushi very reasonable at $3-5 for common rolls. Great place overall.
(5)Matt I.
I've been the this restaurant three times in the last month and loved it every time. So far, I've had both the spicy pork and beef bulgogis and the dolsot bibimbap, all of which have been filled with flavor and are a relatively better value than similar local restaurants like Korea House. Prior to each dish, I was presented with tons of side dishes that just kept on being replenished by our very attentive server. Sides are an important part of a Korean dish for me, and I'm happy to say that the sides fully exceeded my expectations in both quantity and quality. The sushi is wonderful too! However, I recommend getting a raw roll. The first time, I had a spicy tuna roll, which was rather phenomenal given the relatively low cost. However, the spicy crab roll was OK at best. I highly recommend this place if you're looking for a good place to get cheap ($10-$15/entree) Korean fare.
(5)Andy W.
I've lived on both coast and currently outside of NYC and Midori is some of the best sushi I've had anywhere. They do have the best spicy tuna handroll I've ever tasted. I dream about it!! When I come to Nashville this is a first stop.
(5)Simon K.
If you haven't noticed, most Japanese restaurants are owned and run by Koreans. I just think Koreans just like sushi a lot. So this place did the natural thing and ended up serving both. However when you go to a place that serves two different types of cuisine, neither one are usually that good. Amongst the Koreans, this place is definitely not on the top. And as for sushi, it's mediocre. The place is clean, service isn't bad, and food is decent. But I walk out of the place feeling like I could've gotten the same thing somewhere else and done much better. Odd thing: My girlfriend got her license plate stolen off her car here. Weird, but it happened. Not too sure if it's the safest place. I don't recommend that you go but if you do, park w/ your trunk facing the restaurant.
(2)Connie P.
I wasn't expecting much when we first went there. The tables and decor aren't very nice; however, the food was actually really good - especially for the price. We had mostly sushi...the spicy tuna rolls were great. We also had the bulgogi and as another reader said, it was pretty sweet, but still good. I spent the last 3 years in Korea teaching English, so I wasn't expecting it to be good, but we actually really liked it. And where can you find wine for less than $5 a glass! The downside is that when they are busy, don't expect things to happen very fast.
(4)Erin J.
Please allow me to validate all reviews that mentioned how bomb the spicy tuna roll is....yep, yep! The best I've ever had, and that's saying a lot since I've eaten a LOT of sushi. Maybe it's because the tuna is so fresh, maybe because they use my love, Sriracha (instead of wasabi which I despise)? Maybe it's just because it's the best! I also made a successful foray into the Korean cuisine. I sampled the spicy Korean seafood stew with noodles, and the hubs tried the seafood pancake. Both were diggity. Tip: if you're the average joe, order the seafood stew mild, but if you can handle some heat like me, then order it spicy. My only criticism is that I didn't eat all the seafood in the stew immediately (mussels, octopus tentacles, shrimp), and by the time I got around to it all it was a little tough. BUT, I would definitely order it again and just eat all the seafood first. I'm not quite sure how they pulled it off, but the stew was still steaming hot after 20 minutes (and no, it was not in a stone pot!). The seafood pancake was amazing, but the hubs would have prefered it as an appetizer. While it was SO good - seafood cooked perfectly, seasoned spot-on, texture just right - it was just a lot of the same dish. As others have mentioned, the ambiance isn't the best - very bright, no music, slightly dingy - it was good enough. Everything was very clean & tidy which is what catches my attention. They also offer wine & beer which we of course had to partake in. Also the Korean dishes aren't cheap, but they are worth it. And I had a giant portion to take home. All in all, we'll certainly be back. Amazing sushi AND great Korean food....how cool is that?
(4)Soukie K.
We dine here probably 2-3 times a month. The best place for sushi and Korean dishes. Although, the place isn't as fancy as other Korean restaurants, it's more of a homey feel, but the food certainly makes up for it! The service isn't always the best though, when they're extremely busy, be prepare to wait 10-20 minutes or more for your food.
(4)Red Tail H.
There are a few rules one should always follow: -Never get involved in a land war in Asia -Never eat Mexican food in Middle America. -Never eat Korean food in Nashville. I went in here with high expectations; my friend had come here before for sushi, so I expected that the Korean food would be even better as the place is *run by Koreans*. Alas, my hopes were dashed to the ground and stomped all over. The bulgogi was sweet. I know that it's supposed to be sweet - but it's not supposed to taste like sugar. The meat quality was poor; poorer than the quality that I got at rest stops in South Korea, and that's saying a lot. The kimchi.... Oh, what to say about the kimchi. It was pickled sweet, and it had LOTS of reddish sauce dumped all over it. The bean sprouts were good, but bland. The cucumbers were spicy, sweet, and bland. The broccoli was decent, but also bland. *sigh* My one foray into Japanese was the edamame and that was both overcooked on the outside (WAY too hot!) and undercooked on the inside. I was wondering if it had been freezer burnt, and then tried to be salvaged, it is was so bad. The service was pleasant enough, though our waiter was new and couldn't tell us much about some of the options. I'll never want to come back to this place, but if you do and want to try the Korean: on the way out, I saw the ethnic Koreans eating bibimbap & seafood soup. Presumably those are their specialties. I have no desire to ever come back and find out for sure.
(1)Susan K.
Nashville's got lots of hip and trendy sushi joints, many claiming to be the best. Midori could rival them any day! Yes, I am basically saying Midori is Nashville's best sushi joint, WITHOUT having given any others a chance. Maybe that's wrong, but I honestly don't think you could walk away full of really good sushi and still have money in your wallet at many of the other places, such as PM, Virago, Zumi, etc. I have been to Midori several times, and every time, it has left my guests saying, "how have I never heard of this place before?" I don't know beans about authenticity, but usually when I go here, the only people eating here are Asians. There are never any hipsters and wannabes trying to look cool by shelling out big bucks for style only and no substance. I always try something different here, but usually get the Spicy Tuna roll, caterpillar roll, or spider roll.... and I do know one thing: I love Midori.
(5)Krash T.
This is a great restaurant. Okay, the ambiance is a little funky - but it's clean. The dishes aren't all that adventurous but they're also not the crappy American-style rolls fake "sushi restaurants" have been making up these past few years - cream cheese, really?! The Korean food is authentic, the side dishes alone are worth the price of the dinner entree (and you can get them as an entree too). The sushi is fresh - and again, maybe not quite as fresh as if you sit at the sushi bar at Peter's Sushi Thai, but half the price. My family and I love this place and have not sent a single person here who was disappointed. It beats Peter's if you're not at the sushi bar (because they tend not to take you seriously then). Beats the heck out of Ru-San and Hanabi. Just a wonderful little unpretentious restaurant in a strip mall. Like you'd find in Japan.
(4)Erika V.
I went to Midori's this evening with my fiance. I was thrilled to get some fabulous Korean food - exactly how I remember it from Korea! We both had Dol Sot Bi Bim Bap, which was fabulous. The side dishes were all great as well, and I love that they brought out some watermelon after dinner, just like I remember. Our waiter was very attentive, as well. We will definitely go back!
(5)Rachel J.
Place is quaint. Price is right. Been open for AT LEAST ten years so they must be doing something right. Tried it tonight, had sushi, was not disappointed. Yum!
(4)Cat H.
As a Korean, I was very impressed. All their dishes were fresh and tasted like traditional Korean food. Bolgogi and OjingUh Bokeum (Spicy squid) dishes were outstanding. I will for sure visit this place every time I'm in Nashville. Love this place. :)
(5)Diana O.
Love their food here. Everything tastes good here. They have better prices compared to other Korean restaurant. A family own place. Restaurant located in a shopping strips. They do get pretty busy here. Eat up!
(5)Larisa N.
Good sushi and price is affordable. The interior isn't fancy at all. I've eaten there a couple times and don't recall any issues. Good for lunch.
(4)Sarah W.
Would've given 5 but the service is really slow. The food was delish though! Great, fresh sushi!! Our server only came to get our orders and bring beverages then never returned until it was time to leave! Will definitely be back, but only for takeout!
(4)Michelle P.
Absolutely delicious! I came for lunch on a pretty slow day. It was just two other occupied tables and myself. My server was a really sweet lady. I have never eaten Korean food and she explained the menu to me. I am a soup girl so I opted for a "hot/spicy" veggie soup with Beef. It was awesome! Although, to me it was not hot. My soup also came with white rice and array of pickled veggies (kimchi?) I had never had this and was very surprised that I absolutely loved it! When I got my check they gave me a really sweet melon to round out the meal. I would definitely come back here.
(5)FoodCritic 6.
Love this place! Nice and friendly place. Love the sushi. Good service. Can't say anything more.
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