Hello Nori has launched a special holiday dine-in menu running December 1–25, and it’s exactly the kind of elevated, seasonal experience you’d expect from them. The focus is premium ingredients, clean flavour, and a lineup that feels intentionally crafted for a once-a-year treat. The format is a five-course hand roll progression (with a dessert at the end), each one delivered fresh, one at a time, the way Hello Nori does best. The Premium 5 Hand Roll Course ($85) is worth the holiday indulgence and is very well priced for what you get. Check out my full review of the Hello Nori Holiday menu below!
2025 Hello Nori Holiday Menu
The Premium 5 Hand Roll Course ($85) includes the following:
- 1st Course: O-Toro Hand Roll
- 2nd Course: Ikura & Kani Hand Roll
- 3rd Course: Bafun Uni Hand Roll
- 4th Course: Truffle Lobster Tail Hand Roll
- 5th Course: Japanese Wagyu Hand Roll
- 6th Course: Dessert – Mont Blanc
Starting off strong with a O-Toro Hand Roll, rich, buttery bluefin tuna belly. Simple, high-quality and utterly unctuous.
Next we have an Ikura & Kani Hand Roll where briny, house marinated ikura is paired with sweet crab. Bright, and balanced, I really enjoyed the contrast of flavours and textures.
Perhaps my favourite hand roll (I am an extremely biased uni fan) is the Bafun Uni Hand Roll. Warm rice with fresh crisp seaweed and the freshest Hokkaido uni with its signature creamy, ocean-sweet flavour.
A holiday-only luxury item and it shows, they really load up the roll with lots of uni!
This is followed by an equally luxurious Truffle Lobster Tail Hand Roll which they torch right in front of you with charcoal.
The truffle is aromatic, not overpowering. The lobster is sweet that balances out the char from the torch.
Rounding off this extremely luxurious meal is the Japanese Wagyu Hand Roll. A warm, melt-in-your-mouth finish before dessert.
Wagyu in hand roll form is indulgent without being too heavy.
For a not too sweet ending we have a delightful Mont Blanc. Chestnut cream, airy texture, winter-appropriate and not overly sweet. Good way to close the meal.
Hello Nori Limited Edition Holiday To-Go Boxes
In addition to the dine-in menu, Hello Nori is offering three holiday to-go boxes, each designed as a premium gift or personal treat. Quantities are limited daily. The boxes can be ordered here. The offerings are:
- Holiday Hoseki Bako ($90)
- Holiday Saketama ($40)
- Holiday Gokai Sashimi Set ($60)
The Holiday Hoseki Bako has a stunning “jewelry box” presentation featuring:
- Bluefin Tuna (Toro)
- Bafun Uni (Hokkaido)
- House-Marinated Ikura
All served over Hello Nori’s premium signature rice. Luxurious, seafood-forward, and clearly designed as a special-occasion item.
The Holiday Saketama is a seasonal take on a fan favourite, with:
- King Salmon (Premium Cut)
- House-Marinated Ikura
- Hello Nori Premium Rice
The Holiday Gokai Sashimi Set features five kinds of sashimi arranged cleanly and designed to show off variety:
- King Salmon
- Hamachi
- Sea Bream (Madai)
- Mongo Ika (Squid)
- Bluefin Tuna
Worth a Try?
Yes! If you’re searching for a holiday dinner idea that leans more Japanese-inspired and elevated, Hello Nori’s holiday hand roll course fits perfectly. The ingredients are luxurious, the pacing is calm and celebratory, and the to-go boxes are ideal for holiday parties, quiet nights in, or sharing something special with family. It’s a refreshing alternative to the traditional holiday meal. Hello Nori always knocks it out of the park with their offerings and this one is no exception. It is an incredible meal at a great price point that really says ‘treat yourself’ for this festive season.
Hello Nori
Address: Multiple locations (1920 Willingdon Ave #1114, Burnaby, BC V5C 0K3)
Website: www.hellonori.com
