Miami’s Design District is enhancing its culinary offerings this August and September as Nami Nori Design District, a stylish bar specializing in Japanese temaki, and its exclusive upstairs counterpart, Matsuyoi, introduce their signature creations to the Miami Spice event. Guests can look forward to a dining experience as artfully presented as it is delicious.
The Design District is becoming one of Miami’s most vibrant dining spots. This year’s Miami Spice lineup includes the acclaimed Nami Nori, known for its inventive open-style temaki, alongside Matsuyoi, a chef’s concept with only ten seats. Both locations will showcase their culinary art during the Miami Spice 2025 event.
Nami Nori is recognized for its redefinition of the traditional hand roll. Instead of the usual cone, the restaurant presents its signature open-style temaki like a jewel box, beautifully arranged for sharing. For a more exclusive experience, Matsuyoi offers a front-row view of culinary creations within its intimate setting.
The dining experience at Nami Nori is characterized by meticulous attention to detail. Rather than conventional soy sauce dipping, diners receive custom soy sauce droppers, ensuring that each roll receives just the right touch of umami without overwhelming the flavor. This thoughtful element transforms a typical condiment into something exceptional.
Guests can enhance their meals with standout cocktails, such as a well-crafted martini that complements the richness of the fish. Every component—from the well-prepared rice to the freshest seafood and vegetables—feels deliberate, refreshing, and thoroughly enjoyable.
Miami Spice offers an opportunity to explore the best dining options in the city at prix-fixe rates. With Nami Nori and Matsuyoi featured this year, diners can anticipate an experience that is both delectable and memorably distinctive. This enables a chance to taste Japanese cuisine reinterpreted, whether through the laid-back charm of temaki or the refined atmosphere of a chef’s tasting menu.
Miami Spice Offerings at Nami Nori & Matsuyoi
Nami Nori (Lunch – $35 / Dinner – $45): Guests can select one appetizer and any assortment of temaki rolls, including options like spicy tuna, coconut shrimp, or tofu chimichurri, topped off with a dessert.
Matsuyoi (Dinner – $60): In the intimate, ten-seat chef’s lounge, diners can enjoy upscale dishes such as wagyu sukiyaki or pork katsu Cubano, concluding with a Hokkaido milk sundae or an Okinawan espresso martini.
Why This Experience Excites
Nami Nori welcomes guests with airy decor reminiscent of a beach house, where casual elegance meets precision in culinary presentation. The joyful details enhance the experience, from playful soy sauce droppers that ensure immaculate application to the high quality of the dishes themselves.
Each bite, complemented by a crisp martini or a unique cocktail, captures the essence of balance and freshness. The fish is impeccably fresh, while the rice is tender, offering a satisfying culinary journey.
Participating in Miami Spice unveils Miami’s vibrant culinary scene at accessible prices. At Nami Nori and Matsuyoi, menus feel curated yet approachable, ensuring every dish is a memorable experience.
