Black Cod with Miso
The dish that defined Nobu and changed Japanese cuisine in America. Buttery, sweet, caramelized perfection that every celebrity orders.
What is Nobu's Black Cod with Miso?
Nobu's Black Cod with Miso is a signature dish of sablefish marinated in sweet white miso for 2-3 days, then broiled until caramelized. Created by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa, it's been on the menu since 1994 and is ordered by virtually every celebrity who visits.
The Dish
What makes it special?
- Black cod (sablefish) - incredibly buttery and rich
- Saikyo miso marinade (sweet white miso from Kyoto)
- 2-3 days of marination for deep flavor
- Broiled until edges caramelize
- Served with pickled ginger
The Origin Story
Chef Nobu Matsuhisa created this dish in the 1980s at his first restaurant in Beverly Hills. When Robert De Niro convinced him to open Nobu in New York in 1994, the black cod became an instant classic. It's now the most ordered dish across all Nobu locations worldwide.
Where to Order
Black Cod FAQs
It's sablefish marinated in sweet white miso for 2-3 days, then broiled until caramelized. Created by Chef Nobu Matsuhisa in the 1980s.
The Black Cod with Miso typically costs around $42-48 depending on the Nobu location.