Handroll Bar Rolling

After a long day of shopping in Midtown, I was starving and craving handrolls. A quick Google search led me to Handroll Bar Rolling, and I'm so glad it did!We started with edamame--hot, nicely salted, and super satisfying. Then we tried their fried Purple Okinawa Sweet Potato, which was light and crispy with a mayo dip that wasn't too heavy. It was a great little appetizer. The Chicken Karaage was another winner, perfectly fried and super crunchy, and the shrimp tempura was light and paired with a tasty aioli.Since they're famous for their handrolls, we had to try them. We ordered the Signature 6 Handroll Set (Tuna, Salmon, Yellowtail, Scallop, Crab, and Crunch Spicy Tuna) and the 5 Vegan Set (Cucumber, Avocado, Soybean Beef, Burdock, and Mushroom). Everything was fresh and rolled to order, with crispy nori and flavorful fillings. The highlight for me was the fried Ebi Potato--crispy, light, and packed with flavor.We also tried the udon soup noodles. I had the Beef Udon, and the noodles had the perfect chewy texture. My mom got the Shrimp Tempura Udon, and I really appreciated that they served the tempura on the side so it stayed crispy instead of getting soggy in the broth.We sat at a table instead of the counter, which made it easier for my family to share everything. The service was attentive and friendly without being over the top.For drinks, we tried the Yuzu Highball, which had just enough alcohol to give me a buzz. So refreshing!Overall, this place is a gem. The food is delicious, the service is great, and the vibe is casual but still feels special. If you're in Midtown and looking for a good dinner spot, definitely check it out!

The ambience was great, with plenty of seating. We did not struggle to find a table for Friday lunch for a group of three. The decor was modern and suited the place well.Service was friendly and efficient.I think the food is really good value, and you get a decent amount for the lunch special. I don't think it would have been worth it at full price. Everything pictured in my review was part of the $28 lunch deal, excluding tip. The rolls are served all at once rather than one by one, and there is a plastic wrap for hygiene on the rolls which can be slightly fiddly. The rolls are also on the smaller side.I don't really enjoy spice so I substituted the spicy salmon for use regular salmon, and it ended up being my favourite roll. The udon was slightly over cooked so that the noodles were softer than I liked, but it paired nicely with the rolls. I wouldn't say that the food was exceptional, but it was pretty solid.

Came here for an early dinner on Saturday night and was able to be seated immediately. I ordered the six handroll set and honestly was not impressed. The fish was fine but nothing to write home about. It wasn't terrible but also was bland or didn't scream very fresh. The spicy tuna was the only standout that I enjoyed. The portion size of each roll was relatively small. The rice was room temperature but would've been nicer if it was warm. I didn't order anything else and I did leave hungry. Service is lacking. I didn't see our server after ordering.

I saw a deal for their lunch special, so my friend and I came here for a Friday lunch. This includes 4 handrolls and a yuba udon for $28. The handrolls included tuna, spicy salmon, yellowtail, and crab. The portions are a bit small and didn't filly fill up the seaweed, but it was still good. The fish are freshly minced up for an easy bite although I know many complain that the crab is shredded imitation crab (but not a big deal for me). I like that the combo comes with the udon, which helps make you full. The udon is silky and broth is heartwarming and clean, especially on a cold day.The entire meal wasn't anything too special, but it's a pretty good lunch deal when you're in the area if you're not looking for something more than just handrolls. I thought the personal mini soy sauces were adorable and loved all the dinnerware.Note: if you want to get your handrolls altogether and presentedly nicely, get a table. Otherwise, you're served the rolls rolled up one by one at the counter.

Handroll Bar Rolling is fantastic! From the moment I walked in, everything was superb. The trendy aesthetic, the attentive and friendly staff, along with the elite food made this restaurant really stand out for me! The hand roll set, the karaage, and the beef udon were highlights for me. They go above and beyond here and I will be returning ASAP for the quality, service, and fantastic value this place brings to every meal!

Stopped by here as I was walking by and decided to try it. The decor is modern and minimalistic which I love. The staff is also very friendly. Tried the scallop hand roll and the snow crab hand roll. The rolls were very small but the scallop was delicious. The snow crab was definitely out of a can and not worth it. The wasabi was also very overpowering. I was glad I tried it and the quality is not too bad.

I went for the hand roll lunch special, and it was really delicious and fun. I sat at the bar and as I was enjoying hot tea and miso soup, hand rolls were given to me right after they were rolled, ensuring the freshest of fish and the crunchiest of seaweed. The staff were all very friendly too. It was a little out of the way for me to get to, but if I'm in the area I'd love to dine here again!

Quite possibly the worst handroll spot I have been to in the city in terms of fish quality. Service was fast, but the restaurant was also pretty empty on a Thursday night. They don't take reservations but should be pretty easy to walk in.I got the 4 handroll set and glad I did not get more. The fatty tuna was really not super fresh, and tasted like it was from the freezer. The crab was also imitation crab meat and quite spicy. Salmon was okay but flavorless, and the yellowtail was good (not excellent, but good enough r to be the redeeming fish of the meal). The ginger on the side is also not very fresh at all, which is a reflection of the quality of the fish.

We got the 5 hand roll set and a bottle of sake. First off, the hand rolls were amazing--- this might be my favorite hand roll place in NY! I liked this place more than the other famous hand roll places I've been in the city. The fish was fresh, the rice was seasoned well, and the seaweed was crispy.Vibe was very casual and service was great. I'll definitely be back when I'm craving handrolls!

They have a solid lunch deal! My friend and I walked in on a friday for lunch and had no problem getting a table. I really appreciate the aesthetics of their plating. The food was good, so if you're in the area I would recommend.