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Himari

4.3 (116 reviews)
ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Sandra K.

I came here to get the BOGO donburi special that they sent me an email about but the code didn't work online. When I called they were able to apply it for pick up which works out either way. the only negative is that the rice was steaming which means for the second bowl (yes I ate two) the fish was kind of cooked which made me sad because they are thin pieces of fish and I love the raw. It was still tasty and high quality fish but perhaps in the future if the rice wasn't steaming hot before the chirashi goes on top, that would be nice.

Spicy Yellowtail
Chris P.

A few friends and I recently visited for the first time to to check out their Houston Restaurant Weeks menu. There's plenty to unpack here. The first is the location is at the Stomping Grounds. It's a vibe however it can run very heavy with young families and kiddos running around in the evening hours. If you're trying to sit outside for a date or something, it probably isn't the the best spot. As far as the establishment goes, it's quaint and small. A few tables upstairs on the second floor, which is where we were sat. Warning, if you run a bit cold all the time, it may be worth bringing a sweater as the ac vents are up here so.it runs colder. Food - 4* We ordered the HRW menu and while everything was delicious the portions were pretty small and we all left a bit hungry. The highlights were the kanpari, spicy yellowtail, and spicy tuna. The cocktails were ok, nothing special. Service - 2* This is where we really were disappointed. Our first couple of courses came out fairly quick, nothing great, nothing bad. The third course took quite awhile while the dessert took another entire hour. It was getting ridiculous and we finally said we just want to get our bill and leave. It was only then the dessert seemed to finally show up. The damage was done though. We had decided already that we would not be coming back. They did try to make it right by taking two of the drinks off the bill. Cost - 3* The portions were small for what we would have expected, even with the HRW special. Overall - 3* The vibe is cool, not too loud or obnoxious and a good spot for a small group of friends to enjoy. That stated, the biggest disappointment was the service. We were there for nearly three hours for the four courses and still left hungry (probably because we waited so long). I doubt we'll be back however there is plenty to checkout nearby!

Yuzu Kissed Crudo: Salmon, Yukari, Yuzu Vinaigrette *slight citrus, would order again
Kim N.

We came in a large party, made reservations in advance. Upon arrival, we were a little confused, how could they fit a party of 10 in this small space? We were directed to head upstairs, no elevator access. The courtyard play area could be viewed from upstairs. Our server was very friendly and patiently went over the menu. We were all first timers dining. My hubby and I were pleasantly surprised by the pricing on the sushi set so we opted to try the C set. I felt it was worth the money for $56. That was 12 pieces of nigiri, 3 pcs sashimi, and a small maki to finish it all. All pieces were really good and fresh. Here's what you get below. Sushi Set C: - Choice of Tuna, Salmon, or Yellowtail Sashimi (3pcs) - Medium Fatty Tuna (2pcs), Tuna (2pcs), Salmon (2pcs), Seabream (2pc), Amberjack (2pc) Yellowtail (2pcs) Nigiri - Yellowtail Roll We also order the two crudo, the Yuzu Kissed and Spicy Yellowtail. Both were nice portions, fresh, and delicious. I would order everything again. I would like to come back to try their happy hour, daily from 11 AM to 5 PM. Maybe I'll try on a day that I'm off or on the weekend because 5 PM is rough trying to get there after work. Parking here is a little weird, no upfront parking as the restaurant's entrance door faces an interior courtyard with limited point of entry. However, seems to be plenty of parking in private lot. There are other nearby options in the same center, to hang out afterwards.

Kushiyaki
Rachel W.

Had a great dinner at Himari! I was celebrating my boyfriend's birthday and we really enjoyed our meal. Everything was prepared swiftly, fresh, and had good flavor. I thought the Karaage was unique - it's fried in a different way than most other restaurants do it. I liked it because it had a cleaner feel - it didn't feel like I was just eating fried chicken. I thought the Kanpachi had great flavor! The first bite is fragrant with orange, and then it shifts into the light taste of the amberjack that's soaked up some of the flavor from the sauce. Interior feels slightly modern, upscale, and casual. I made a reservation but ultimately it wasn't necessary. Access Himari by entering through the Stomping Grounds (the astroturf field). Parking anywhere in the shared lot should be free! There's a decent amount of parking available.

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Nicole T.

Came here to finally try their lunch menu. I love the set up of the restaurant. I do enjoy sitting at the bar and kind of watching their prep of the sushi and dishes. The service was good and friendly. The pieces are not big I'd say maybe on the smaller size probably lunch size. I'd say the pricing is mid-tier to high-tier if you wanna be full. Most of the pieces of fish were super buttery and delicious! I can't remember all of the names of them unfortunately.

Kathryn G.

Service was pretty horrible and there was only two tables that were filled. Sushi was good though! little on the higher end of cost . Lots of fruit flies everywhere which is groass.s tree tree

Nine course omakase
Deborah N.

It's only been 3 months since we first came here, and I was looking for the same great service and food, but sadly, I was met with a disappointing experience!! We sat at a two top and basically ordered a few of our favorites from their $95 omakase menu, but it just wasn't the same. The soft shell crab was overcooked, and my spicy tuna roll was pretty dry and lacked flavor! The only thing that remained consistent was their medium fatty tuna nigiri. The server who initially came by and asked us what we wanted to drink, somehow just completely forgot about us and never came back around to our table after the drinks were delivered. It would've been nice to have some transparency or a heads up that we need to flag down another server or that someone else will be serving us for the rest of our meal experience. Sadly, we prob won't be returning and it's kinda unfortunate that they are linked to some of my other favorite restaurants around town. It just wasn't their day.

Himari Rainbow and Surf & Turf
Maya G.

parking: 5/5. even if you're unable to park in the designated lot, there's still a lot of parking within walking distance. ambiance: 3/5. this place is very small and can get quite loud. the person at the table behind me bumped into me quite a few times lol. however, we went on a weeknight and everyone pretty much cleared out after 8pm. service: 5/5. our server was very nice :) himari rainbow roll: 5/5! very yummy and fresh. $18 surf & turf roll: 5/5! unique and delicious. i recommend adding just a touch of lemon. $18 shaggy dog roll: 5/5. the sauce they add on top is quite spicy but the roll was yummy!!! $18 crispy tuna: 5/5. my first time having crispy rice and it was delish!!!!! i asked if they could do regular tuna instead of spicy and it was great. $16 yuzu kissed crudo: 4/5. yummy and bright but i think the oranges are a bit overpowering. $18 overall: 4.6/5! would come back more if i lived in the area. great quality fish, yummy flavors, and friendly staff. make a reservation before going!!!

Sushi Set c, Traffulafagus, Negitoro Roll, Spicy Tuna
Morgan L.

We have been in person and done take out here. Phenomenal and for a decent price - especially for the quality you get. Even taking to go it was extremely fresh. Best you can get on this side of Houston in my opinion

Gregston C.

Pretty good sushi in a family friendly plaza. Super little kiddo family friendly since you can sit outside and the little kiddos can run around in the plaza. You order and pay through the QR code / app. Fairly standard sushi menu with a handful of rolls. The surf & turf, salmon curry and trufflaffagus were unique and worth getting. The Karaage was moist and flavorful. Will have to come back, sit inside and try the nigiri or omakase for a more traditional experience. It might be difficult to have a romantic upscale vibe unless you're inside. Service was attentive and fast. They answered any questions about the menu, but you still order and pay through your phone.

Nicole R.

Himari was such a fun and delicious experience! We tried a variety of dishes (yes, even sake bombs), but the Shaggy Dog Roll was the star of the night. The crisp shrimp tempura and creamy cheese inside paired beautifully with the crab stick, serrano aioli, eel sauce, and sesame seeds -- a perfect balance of crunch, spice, and sweetness. Surprisingly, the edamame also stood out -- simple, fresh, and perfectly salted, the kind you just keep reaching for. Great food, lively atmosphere, and friendly service -- Himari nails it. Can't wait to come back!

Truffulufagus roll
Eric H.

Not a single miss. Every dish and piece of sushi was flavorful and enjoyed. Surf & Turf and the Truffulufagus were the winners for us though. Very unique and rich flavors. We also got some amazing cocktails, the lychee martini and Japanese high ball. Staff were all very nice and attentive as well. Jules the manager made a point to make sure we were enjoying ourselves as well.

Carissa C.

My friends and I had a nice Houston Restaurant Week dinner at Himari. First off, the location that it's in, the Stomping Grounds, is so nice! I'd come back just to check out the other establishments. I got the Salmon Ringo Crudo, the Philly Roll Maki, Kanpachi Sashimi, and the coconut mochi ice cream. Everything was tasty and had fresh flavors. To add-on, we tried their karaage and kinoko nigiris, which I'd highly recommend! Service was quick and attentive, especially with our larger group of 8 in their somewhat smaller space. All in all, the HRW dinner menu was a good value, but I'd recommend ordering other items off the menu.

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Great service and cute little spot. Easy to come for a quick meal and very family friendly because of the location!

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pretty good but not Uchi or Kata level, but with Uchi and Kata prices. Just go to Uchi and Kata for the real thing.

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Bad sushi. Got sick. Managment could care less avoid too many good sushi bars in houston to eat here

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Happy Hour? Any specials?

Yes they do have a happy hour. We have gotten it a number of times and pretty good prices.

Is there a happy hour?

As of Feb 2024, they have a new HH - every day from open until 5pm.

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Loved the food here! The fish is super fresh and high quality and even the non-sushi menu items had…read moregreat flavors and were well executed. I got the pan daiquiri as my drink to start and my friend got the herbed lavender lemonade. For food we shared the hamachi crudo, the chutoro nigri, the kanpachi nigiri, the A5 tartare, the kani handroll, The kinoko yasaimono, and the hot scallop dish to share. The pan daiquiri was SO good. The smokiness from the mezcal hits you first and then the sweet and creamy after taste takes over. It was so well mixed and I would highly recommend trying this if you are a mezcal lover like me. (9/10) The herbed lavender lemonade was too tangy and sweet for my liking. The lavender flavor get lost in the drink. It tasted like a typical lemonade, nothing special. (5/10) The hamachi crudo was so fresh and I really enjoyed the sweet and tangy broth. I'm not sure I would call it tom kha broth but it tasted good regardless and paired well with the tomatoes. (7.5/10) The chutoro nigiri was SO buttery and melt in your mouth delicious. I would definitely get this again. (8.8/10) The kanpachi nigiri was fresh and I enjoyed the sauce paired with it. It was my first time trying amberjack and I liked it. (7/10) The A5 tartare was super unique and well seasoned. There was plenty of tartare compared to the amount of milk bread you are given to eat it with. The uni, caviar, pate and waygu all mixed together was a decadent combination full of flavor. My only note was the contrast in temperatures that I did not love, the tartare came cold while the milk bread was warm. Overall, a very luxurious and tasty dish. (8/10) The kani handroll surpassed my expectations. Typically I don't go for crab first, but I did enjoy the flavors paired with the crab and the hand roll was well filled. (7.8/10) The kinoko roll (king trumpet mushroom roll) really surprised me. I was weary about getting this roll because I normally don't opt for vegan options, but this king mushroom was so well prepared and the sauce was so delicious that dare I say that I enjoyed this more than some of the fish/meat sushi rolls I've had in the past. (8/10) The hot scallop dish was one of the best bites of the night. The scallop was perfectly charred and cooked and the creamy polenta base with the umami salmon roe, with the fried red cabbage to add texture was amazing. I would definitely order this again. (9/10) Overall, I really enjoyed my time at Aiko and the food surpassed my expectations. I loved everything I tried and do want to come back to try more. The service was quick and helpful with the menu. Parking can be a bit tricky, but there are some free street parking spots around the plaza. The ambiance is definitely upscale and classy. It's a great place for a date! My only complaint was that I made a reservation for 2 at least a week in advance and upon arrival, though they had plenty of open tables, we were seated at the opposite end of a table that was already occupied. We were close enough to hear their entire conversation throughout dinner, and I just thought it was an odd experience because that had never happened to me before. Though it did not hinder me from enjoying the food I would have preferred to be seated at our own table.

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