Thursday, January 29, 2026

Norinori Test Kitchen Opens in Brookline

Approximately a year ago, it was reported that the people behind a sushi spot and a French-Japanese fusion restaurant were planning to open a third eatery, and now we have learned that it is up and running.

According to an article from MassLive, Norinori Test Kitchen is now open in Brookline, moving into a space on Chestnut Hill Avenue in the Cleveland Circle area by the Brighton line. As mentioned in an earlier article here, the new restaurant offers handrolls and bento boxes, and NoToro Hospitality Group (Matsunori Handroll Bar, Mai) is behind the spot.

The address for Norinori Test Kitchen is 399 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brookline, MA, 02445. Its website can be found at https://norinori.kitchen/

[Earlier Article]
Norinori Test Kitchen Plans to Open in the Cleveland Circle Area in Brookline

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