Nom - Darlinghurst

Absolutely loved the authenticity and the staff at this little hidden izakaya!! This is probably the most authentic izakaya I’ve been to in Sydney. The staff are very friendly and very welcoming. The food are quite pricey for the portions, but it’s the experience and vibes you’re here for mainly not the food. I recommend the tempura okra, tempura eel and the tamagoyaki. The tamagoyaki was so fluffy with the right amount of sweetness would’ve definitely ordered seconds if my stomach able to fit it!

Tucked away in a small corner in Darlinghurst, Nom is a small bar/restaurant offering an assortment of small bites and sakes. We ordered the wagyu asparagus, dried squid, gyoza, agedashi tofu and chicken soft bone. Each dish lovingly made but more izakaya style portions so you’ll need to order more if you’d like to get full. We didn’t order the sake this time but the selection on offer seemed very impressive!

Best place for chating and drinking with friends. Everything is so good and the best Izakaya in Sydney. Friday Saturday booking needed....

Very satisfied and comfort dinner. It’s like a Japanese homemade bistro, but full of surprise. You could have the tasty and juicy deep fried entries such as soft bones and karaage chicken. Ox tongue is full of flavour, although there was only a pinch of salt and pepper on top. It reminds me of The Solitary Gourmet and I could feel how happy he was when he had nice food :

Always a very special experience with incredible home style Japanese food cooked and served with care. Nice and intimate with few tables and pleasant jazz playing. Some of the warmest service I’ve experienced. Have brought guests visiting from Japan who have loved the food and experience. <br/ <br/ Everything on the menu is great but the vinegared mackerel, minced tuna sashimi (actually ALL the sashimi), tempura okura, grilled mackerel and tarako are always on my order. The conger eel is exceptional but currently missing from the menu. You can’t go wrong with anything on offer at Nom especially if you’ve got time to enjoy a slow relaxed meal with an incredible selection of sake.