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If you come during lunch and get the Nigiri and Handroll Lunch, plus an appetizer, it's perfect and won't break the bank. The fish is fresh, and the chefs are very flexible if there are certain fish you like or don't, so don't be scared to ask! We came during the weekday for lunch and it was empty and peaceful. Got to sit at the bar and watch our nigiri be prepared. I would 100% return to give the AYCE omakase a try just for fun. Otherwise, still a great place with happy hour and lunch deals worth going for.
I came here on a weekday for lunch and really enjoyed my meal. I had sushi's temperia, grilled fish, with soup and salad. It was a little bit of some of Japanese cuisine iconic elements and it wasn't over the top. The staff could use some work tho. It took a while for my food, luckily I didn't have any timed sensitive errands afterwards. The furniture was stable and the place is very brown toned and lowkey . Good for dates or catch up with your friends. There's free parking out front.
My friend and I met for dinner to celebrate the start of Houston Restaurant Weeks and it was a great meal. For starters, each diner gets a miso soup and appetizer sampler of edamame, shrimp and veggie tempura, and a tuna caviar cracker. I especially liked the tempura and it was a great start to the dinner. For second courses we got their kanpachi crudo and yuzu miso crudo. The kanpachi was very fresh tasting and we both really enjoyed the citrus flavor of the yuzu in the second crudo. Next we got a 5-piece chef's choice nigiri (my fave was the rich fatty tuna) along with the shrimp tempura roll and the California roll with fresh crab. I really appreciated the fresh crab addition to an otherwise commonly known roll. Last we got their green tea panna cotta and the warabi mochi with green tea ice cream. My favorite of the two desserts was the green tea panna cotta because it was creamy, not overly sweet and paired nicely with the green tea ice cream. For drinks we got a sake mojito (very refreshing) and a sake ramune (sweet) off the happy hour menu. Service was very attentive and perfectly timed. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very modern and tastefully decorated for a restaurant that's not too big. I highly recommend checking out Ichijiku for HRW or for happy hour (daily from opening to 7pm)!
We celebrated my daughter's birthday at Ichijiku. She chose from the $65/person, AYCA. Everything was fine. We did have one type of fish that was not fresh, but the chef was kind to enough to take back the fish and bring out fresh nigiris. The omakase AYCA consists of miso soup, 3 appetizer sampler, 5 piece chef's choice nigiri, 4 piece cut roll (option of California, shrimp tempura & spicy tuna). After you finish those items listed, you are free to order from the AYCA menu. The offer free dessert to the birthday girl, my alcohol beverage was ok. Service was great and the parking lot can be overwhelming. We probably would not be back in a long while, since we are all sushi out.
Came here on Houston restaurant week and I'm surprised with the amount of specials and deals they have here. They even have AYCE omakase. The Houston restaurant week had a 7 pc nigiri set that came out beautifully and the quality was fresh and great for the price. I tried a few more things like the Chawanmushi and that was very flavorful. I tried the oyster and it was good with the right amount of flavor. The crudo jalapeño had a spicy kick and had a hint of citrusy flavors. The tuna cheek skewer was actually tasty too. It was more so of the texture that reminded me of tender beef. I did not enjoy the liver that I tried and I think it's just because liver is already an odd thing to eat and the flavors of it just didn't hit it for me especially the texture of the liver.
Stellar meal! We made it just before HH ended, so we were able to get the premium ichijiku omakase for just $65 (usually $90). Note this is not the AYCE option which is also $65 but a different menu. We also had several HH appetizers and a few a la carte items. Our server Tam was very helpful in explaining everything and thoughtfully coursed our extra items into the appropriate omakase timing. I'm surprised that business was so slow, just a few other tables the whole time we were there. Space is nicely appointed, food came out quickly, a few parking spaces out front or use the Bellaire Food Street parking garage. Sushi was fresh and we enjoyed everything (only the lobster tempura was a bit soggy), some faves: Clam soup (a surprise stunner!) Ika karaage Miso cod Chawanmushi Panna cotta
Great sushi! Very good happy hour with many lower priced items. House sake was tasty. Edamame was good, oysters were good, takoyaki was okay. Salmon Krudo was outstanding. Hamachi and tai were excellent. Ankimo was very good. Uni was great. Will be back and want to try the omekaze.
Delicious sushi and other assorted Japanese dishes... we arrived just in time to take advantage of happy hour specials including appetizers, skewers, and discounted omakase. Everything was super fresh and flavorful. We loved every bite and was throughly impressed with the quality and taste of everything. I definitely recommend the omakase!
This shopping center is filled with primarily restaurants so parking could be a challenge during peek hours. When I heard Ichijiku rolled out an AYCE Omakase option, I knew I had to try it. I made reservations to have dinner at the counter. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the friendly hostess. When she took us to our seats at the counter, there was a "Reserved" sign waiting for us which was nice to see. The Okamase menu begins with miso soup and set of side appetizers that included edamame, tempura shrimp, and 2 pieces of sashimi white fish. Then you get 5 pieces of Chef's Choice Nirigi, which is the past of the Omakase experience. The AYCE options are different from the Chef's Choice and were just okay to me. I'm not a fan of the thick rice in the Nirigi. Also, I didn't like the Salmon Skin roll at all. It was very flat and lacked the crunch I've experienced in other Slamon Skin rolls at other restaurants. Overall, I would give the food here 4/5 and customer service 3/5 rating. Our waiter was not the friendliest nor the most attentive. I had to repeatedly flag him down for drink refills and to order additional food. Moreover, the older gentleman with a gray beard and glasses, whom I presume is the owner, stood right in fro of us conversing with the sushi chefs several times throughout the night, never once offered a smile to any of us seated at the counter. As an owner or manager, it should almost be customary to ask your customers about their experience especially if you're standing directly in front of them. And if you're not in the mood to be engaging, at least smile and create a welcoming atmosphere. I'm deducting a star for the lack of friendliness from the owner. Note: Fresh wasabi is + $7.
We were here for lunch few days ago. The restaurant was emptied. This is more for dinner place since they serve Omakase Their lunch menu was very good. I had the omakase lunch set and it was generously cut on the sashimi. It came with soup and salad and the salad dressing was so good. Definitely a come back for me.
We were looking for a new sushi spot in our restaurants rotation and also wanted to go to Bellaire. This place stands out from our research, and the experience was beyond expectations. Food was great and fresh. The menu is huge. I ordered an omakase set that comes with soup, appetizers, lots of nigiri, and a dessert. All that is for less than $100. The service was fast though they were short staffed, which I appreciate. Right now, they are having happy hour from open to 7 pm which is a great deal. The space is an open concept. You can see the sushi bar from the majority of the seatings. The music is not loud so you can actually have a conversation with your party. Overall, I do recommend this spot for anyone who is looking for a modern yet nostalgic touch to sushi. A great plus in the Houston sushi scene.
I absolutely love this place for sushi! I wanted to come for all you can eat omakase but missed it by 8:30 pm, I definitely recommend coming earlier for that. I enjoyed the soft shell crab and sushi bowl so much! The portions were big and it's fairly reasonably priced. The sake options were delicious and the service was amazing with great recommendations. This is a great place for birthdays, dates and groups but definitely make a reservation because this place gets busy.
A small Japanese restaurant with dimly lit lights and simple interior. Came here for lunch on a Sunday and it wasn't crowded. They have Happy Hour everyday till 7pm, and they have daily lunch menu too. Ordered the chicken karage lunch set, tonkatsu lunch set, oyster half shell (HH), geso karage (HH), spicy tuna crispy rice (HH), all the nigiri from the HH menu, age-dashi tofu, black cod robata, negi hamachi robata, and omakase sashimi. The chicken karage and tonkatsu lunch sets were not great - both meats were dry. The oyster half shell had a slight spiciness to it, but nothing special. The spicy tuna crispy rice was very hard. Seemed like it was double fried overnight food, and the tuna wasn't spicy at all. The only saving grace in the fried food area was the geso karage, which was fried perfectly. Both robata dishes were disappointing, as both fish dishes were dry and not much flavor. The raw fish dishes were good, with the sushi rice slightly seasoned. However, the uni nigiri lacked the creamy or buttery texture. Overall, I would come back for the raw fish dishes instead of the fried food. Parking could be challenging during peak hours, as the strip mall is filled with restaurants.
2 months ago
Honestly, I didn't expect to find a place like this in Bellaire when I first walked in. The place has a really welcoming and cozy vibe, and the service was great. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and proactive without being overbearing. We did the AYCE omakase, which I think is definitely worth it for the amount of food you get. We saw $65 online, but the menu at the restaurant said $75, so just something to keep in mind. The sushi was fresh and the texture of everything we tried was really good. Overall, everything tasted great, but I wouldn't say there was anything that completely blew me away. My favorites were the spicy tuna roll, kanpachi nigiri, hirame nigiri, bluefin tuna nigiri, spicy tuna crispy salmon skin, and the panna cotta. For the price and the amount you can try, I think the AYCE is a pretty good deal. Experience: 8/10 Food: 7/10 read more
We came in on a Saturday during lunch time. It was a bit busy but luckily had a table within 10 minutes. The interior is casual and cozy with dim lights, great for lunch or dinner dates, even solo dates. Honestly, we didn't have much expectations, we were just hungry. It was such a surprise that they have a happy hour menu on the weekends, which means we're going ham on the ordering lol. We got spicy lobster tempura, geso karaage, agedashi tofu, oyster half shell, kanpachi jalapeño crudo, octopus shiso crudo, tuna cheek kushi, and assorted nigiri and sashimi. Spicy lobster - decent chucks of tempura fried lobster tossed in spicy mayo. Geso (squid legs) karaage - crispy with a slight chew. The lemon makes such a difference with fried food. Agedashi tofu - tofu is soft and delicate, however, I do wish there was a bit more flavor in the sauce. Oyster half shell - more plump than expected. This was probably one of the stand out dishes we had. It was so refreshing; slight sweetness, tang and umami. It was so good that we got another order. Kanpachi jalapeño crudo and Octopus shiso crudo - both were so good, refreshing, great contrast to the fried bites. Tuna cheek kushi - this was spectacular. It was grilled on a skewer, very fatty and tender. Nigiri/Sashimi - we ordered chu toro, salmon, hamachi, tai, anago, ama ebi, and uni nigiri with Ika and hotate sashimi. Everything tasted fresh, didn't have the fishy taste at all. To our surprise, this is one of the better sushi restaurants we've been to. The quality of the ingredients with the happy hour prices are such a steal. Service was also great and attentive. Ichijiku will definitely be added to our rotation. read more
1 month ago
heard good things about here! the salmon was super affordable here so i can eat my heart out idk why their kushi was cheaper than what the menu said! i guess maybe happy hour price? 1 A5 Wagyu Kushi $10.50 1 Nasu Kushi $2.10 3 Salmon $12.00 1 Salmon Sashimi $12.00 1 Salmon Avo $13.00 solid place to eat! pretty busy for a tuesday evening - the waitress said they were a bit understaffed so wait time would be longer - honestly it didn't feel like it was too long!! read more
1 month ago
If you come during lunch and get the Nigiri and Handroll Lunch, plus an appetizer, it's perfect and won't break the bank. The fish is fresh, and the chefs are very flexible if there are certain fish you like or don't, so don't be scared to ask! We came during the weekday for lunch and it was empty and peaceful. Got to sit at the bar and watch our nigiri be prepared. I would 100% return to give the AYCE omakase a try just for fun. Otherwise, still a great place with happy hour and lunch deals worth going for. read more
1 month ago
I came here on a weekday for lunch and really enjoyed my meal. I had sushi's temperia, grilled fish, with soup and salad. It was a little bit of some of Japanese cuisine iconic elements and it wasn't over the top. The staff could use some work tho. It took a while for my food, luckily I didn't have any timed sensitive errands afterwards. The furniture was stable and the place is very brown toned and lowkey . Good for dates or catch up with your friends. There's free parking out front. read more
2 months ago
My friend and I met for dinner to celebrate the start of Houston Restaurant Weeks and it was a great meal. For starters, each diner gets a miso soup and appetizer sampler of edamame, shrimp and veggie tempura, and a tuna caviar cracker. I especially liked the tempura and it was a great start to the dinner. For second courses we got their kanpachi crudo and yuzu miso crudo. The kanpachi was very fresh tasting and we both really enjoyed the citrus flavor of the yuzu in the second crudo. Next we got a 5-piece chef's choice nigiri (my fave was the rich fatty tuna) along with the shrimp tempura roll and the California roll with fresh crab. I really appreciated the fresh crab addition to an otherwise commonly known roll. Last we got their green tea panna cotta and the warabi mochi with green tea ice cream. My favorite of the two desserts was the green tea panna cotta because it was creamy, not overly sweet and paired nicely with the green tea ice cream. For drinks we got a sake mojito (very refreshing) and a sake ramune (sweet) off the happy hour menu. Service was very attentive and perfectly timed. The atmosphere of the restaurant was very modern and tastefully decorated for a restaurant that's not too big. I highly recommend checking out Ichijiku for HRW or for happy hour (daily from opening to 7pm)! read more
We celebrated my daughter's birthday at Ichijiku. She chose from the $65/person, AYCA. Everything was fine. We did have one type of fish that was not fresh, but the chef was kind to enough to take back the fish and bring out fresh nigiris. The omakase AYCA consists of miso soup, 3 appetizer sampler, 5 piece chef's choice nigiri, 4 piece cut roll (option of California, shrimp tempura & spicy tuna). After you finish those items listed, you are free to order from the AYCA menu. The offer free dessert to the birthday girl, my alcohol beverage was ok. Service was great and the parking lot can be overwhelming. We probably would not be back in a long while, since we are all sushi out. read more
1 month ago
Came here on Houston restaurant week and I'm surprised with the amount of specials and deals they have here. They even have AYCE omakase. The Houston restaurant week had a 7 pc nigiri set that came out beautifully and the quality was fresh and great for the price. I tried a few more things like the Chawanmushi and that was very flavorful. I tried the oyster and it was good with the right amount of flavor. The crudo jalapeño had a spicy kick and had a hint of citrusy flavors. The tuna cheek skewer was actually tasty too. It was more so of the texture that reminded me of tender beef. I did not enjoy the liver that I tried and I think it's just because liver is already an odd thing to eat and the flavors of it just didn't hit it for me especially the texture of the liver. read more
3 months ago
Stellar meal! We made it just before HH ended, so we were able to get the premium ichijiku omakase for just $65 (usually $90). Note this is not the AYCE option which is also $65 but a different menu. We also had several HH appetizers and a few a la carte items. Our server Tam was very helpful in explaining everything and thoughtfully coursed our extra items into the appropriate omakase timing. I'm surprised that business was so slow, just a few other tables the whole time we were there. Space is nicely appointed, food came out quickly, a few parking spaces out front or use the Bellaire Food Street parking garage. Sushi was fresh and we enjoyed everything (only the lobster tempura was a bit soggy), some faves: Clam soup (a surprise stunner!) Ika karaage Miso cod Chawanmushi Panna cotta read more
Great sushi! Very good happy hour with many lower priced items. House sake was tasty. Edamame was good, oysters were good, takoyaki was okay. Salmon Krudo was outstanding. Hamachi and tai were excellent. Ankimo was very good. Uni was great. Will be back and want to try the omekaze. read more
Delicious sushi and other assorted Japanese dishes... we arrived just in time to take advantage of happy hour specials including appetizers, skewers, and discounted omakase. Everything was super fresh and flavorful. We loved every bite and was throughly impressed with the quality and taste of everything. I definitely recommend the omakase! read more
This shopping center is filled with primarily restaurants so parking could be a challenge during peek hours. When I heard Ichijiku rolled out an AYCE Omakase option, I knew I had to try it. I made reservations to have dinner at the counter. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the friendly hostess. When she took us to our seats at the counter, there was a "Reserved" sign waiting for us which was nice to see. The Okamase menu begins with miso soup and set of side appetizers that included edamame, tempura shrimp, and 2 pieces of sashimi white fish. Then you get 5 pieces of Chef's Choice Nirigi, which is the past of the Omakase experience. The AYCE options are different from the Chef's Choice and were just okay to me. I'm not a fan of the thick rice in the Nirigi. Also, I didn't like the Salmon Skin roll at all. It was very flat and lacked the crunch I've experienced in other Slamon Skin rolls at other restaurants. Overall, I would give the food here 4/5 and customer service 3/5 rating. Our waiter was not the friendliest nor the most attentive. I had to repeatedly flag him down for drink refills and to order additional food. Moreover, the older gentleman with a gray beard and glasses, whom I presume is the owner, stood right in fro of us conversing with the sushi chefs several times throughout the night, never once offered a smile to any of us seated at the counter. As an owner or manager, it should almost be customary to ask your customers about their experience especially if you're standing directly in front of them. And if you're not in the mood to be engaging, at least smile and create a welcoming atmosphere. I'm deducting a star for the lack of friendliness from the owner. Note: Fresh wasabi is + $7. read more
We were here for lunch few days ago. The restaurant was emptied. This is more for dinner place since they serve Omakase Their lunch menu was very good. I had the omakase lunch set and it was generously cut on the sashimi. It came with soup and salad and the salad dressing was so good. Definitely a come back for me. read more
2 months ago
We were looking for a new sushi spot in our restaurants rotation and also wanted to go to Bellaire. This place stands out from our research, and the experience was beyond expectations. Food was great and fresh. The menu is huge. I ordered an omakase set that comes with soup, appetizers, lots of nigiri, and a dessert. All that is for less than $100. The service was fast though they were short staffed, which I appreciate. Right now, they are having happy hour from open to 7 pm which is a great deal. The space is an open concept. You can see the sushi bar from the majority of the seatings. The music is not loud so you can actually have a conversation with your party. Overall, I do recommend this spot for anyone who is looking for a modern yet nostalgic touch to sushi. A great plus in the Houston sushi scene. read more
I absolutely love this place for sushi! I wanted to come for all you can eat omakase but missed it by 8:30 pm, I definitely recommend coming earlier for that. I enjoyed the soft shell crab and sushi bowl so much! The portions were big and it's fairly reasonably priced. The sake options were delicious and the service was amazing with great recommendations. This is a great place for birthdays, dates and groups but definitely make a reservation because this place gets busy. read more
A small Japanese restaurant with dimly lit lights and simple interior. Came here for lunch on a Sunday and it wasn't crowded. They have Happy Hour everyday till 7pm, and they have daily lunch menu too. Ordered the chicken karage lunch set, tonkatsu lunch set, oyster half shell (HH), geso karage (HH), spicy tuna crispy rice (HH), all the nigiri from the HH menu, age-dashi tofu, black cod robata, negi hamachi robata, and omakase sashimi. The chicken karage and tonkatsu lunch sets were not great - both meats were dry. The oyster half shell had a slight spiciness to it, but nothing special. The spicy tuna crispy rice was very hard. Seemed like it was double fried overnight food, and the tuna wasn't spicy at all. The only saving grace in the fried food area was the geso karage, which was fried perfectly. Both robata dishes were disappointing, as both fish dishes were dry and not much flavor. The raw fish dishes were good, with the sushi rice slightly seasoned. However, the uni nigiri lacked the creamy or buttery texture. Overall, I would come back for the raw fish dishes instead of the fried food. Parking could be challenging during peak hours, as the strip mall is filled with restaurants. read more
1 month ago
A little noisy inside the restaurant, so hard to have private conversations at a normal volume. Service was good, and it was very nice being able to see the other workers work alongside the head chef at the front of the house. It was unique being able to influence what we wanted in our omakase by talking to the person prepping it. Overall, sushi quality was good, with the exception of the shrimp (tasted a little tappy). We also got octopus robata and the Wagyu skewer, which were both good. read more
Review mainly for happy hour. Heard about this new sushi restaurant that popped up in Chinatown and dropped in on a weeknight to sample their happy hour. Cozy, compact ambiance with table and bar seating. The decor was cute, both from a design standpoint and food plating perspective. Service was fine. Uni tofu (not happy hour): Our server recommended this chefs special in lieu of the nigiri I was going to order. I couldn't decide if I liked it. On one hand, the tofu's silken texture both complemented and distracted from the smooth uni; on the other hand, I missed the robust support of rice under the uni. I could have done without the gelee, which felt gloopy and unnatural when mixed in with the organic textures of tofu and uni. Truffle edamame: I've said it before and I'll say it again: this obsessive trend of putting truffle oil on everything needs some caution tape. Normal boiled edamame with some salt would've been perfectly fine, but instead this arrived slathered in truffle oil that overpowered the delicate sweetness of the edamame and left an oily film as an aftertaste. Hamachi nigiri: The hamachi was delicate and a nice texture with a good ratio of rice. Tempura cut roll: Over sauced, over crunched. The flavor was fine, but I couldn't taste much of it over the unagi sauce slathered throughout the roll and the oily tempura bits heaped on top. Chicken wings: Overfried to the point where you could taste the oiliness. Flavor was mediocre. Portion was generous for the price. Handrolls (California and tuna): I liked the presentation, but the boxes did squish the bottom point of the handrolls. More importantly, the nori was not toasted and became very quickly soggy with the filling and sushi rice. Rubbery nori is one of my least favorite foods to fight through; there's no way to do it elegantly. Ripping through soggy seaweed with teeth and hands while all the fillings scatter onto the plate is very sad face. Taste was mediocre. I might be convinced to come back and sample more fresh fish offerings, but I won't be back for happy hour. read more
The nigiri was spectacular. I made a reservation and sat at the bar because I didn't know what lunch was going to be like. There was a small line behind me and groups ranging from 2-6. It was crazy. It was so delicious and well priced. I loved watching the family do their thing and enjoyed all of my food. I ate so much I had to take a nap. Parking was easy on a weekday. read more
Food - the Wagyu skewer was the best one (but pretty overpriced $15 for a single skewer), followed by the Wagyu nigiri and the crudo. The handrolls aren't really a hit (a little soggy seaweed too). Crispy rice tuna wasn't also my fav. Service - friendly Ambiance - I dig the vibes here, great for friends meet up hangouts and a date Yelp challenge, 100 challenge, 2025 read more
Went for their happy hour and it's well worth the value! I got the chefs special nigiri lunch menu for under $30 which included a hand roll, salad, and soup! Sushi was fresh and my favorites were the tuna and salmon nigiri. Service was fast and waiter was able to describe all the fish to us. My friends also loved the sushi here. Good place to have an affordable date. I want to come back for the AYCE sushi dinner! read more
Ichijuku Sushi was the perfect spot for a weekend happy hour lunch! Yes they have happy hour even on the weekends in Bellaire! Happy hour is everyday from open till 7pm, and on the weekends they have a special lunch menu Sat/Sun 12-3pm only. These happy hour and weekend lunch specials are a great deal! I sat at the sushi counter so service was great and I had the pleasure of watching the sushi chefs at work. I've always admired sushi chefs perfect their craft. Ambiance wise, the restaurant is casual enough for a fun lunch with friends, but it's also nice enough that you could go on a nice dinner date here as well. As far as the food goes, I'd recommend their spicy lobster tempura, spicy tuna crispy rice, salmon nigiri, chutoro, hamachi, A5 wagyu, and tai yuzu shio ramen. Everything was fresh, tasty, and well executed. I'm excited to come back and try other items on their menu, enjoy! read more
1 year ago
In a sea of restaurant competition in the heart of Chinatown, lays hidden a sushi spot that offers all day happy hours and three tiers of omakases to delight all patrons - whether you're on a budget or you want to splurge, Ichijiku offers something for everyone! When walking in, you find yourself immersed in an atmosphere that's between casual and trendy! Their request is business casual! You can't beat their happy hour prices !!!! We got a 22oz bottle of Sapporo for $7 and shared it and it was the perfect pairing to our nigiri selections and appetizers! I highly recommend their yellowtail, salmon, and bluefin tuna nigiri's! They also offer daily specials, an we tried this seared fluke with pink salt, citrus and yuzu, and it was the best one out of everything! I would heed on the red snapper tho! They keep a bit pf the skin on and it wasn't the melt in your mouth kind of sushi. A bit tougher...also we ordered the tako Sunomono with double octopus, but the octopus was way too chewy and not edible!! We ended up spitting it out and not eating it... The spicy tuna crispy rice was okay - didn't blow my mind - has a tempura like crunch but not what I was expecting! The service was friendly and the experience was enjoyable overall! read more
11 months ago
I recently heard about ichijiku and was excited to give their AYCE menu a try! I made a reservation a couple days in advance for Sunday evening at 6pm and was seated immediately. I was originally drawn to this spot by its unique AYCE omakase experience. It's $65 a person, and you get a select menu. The experience started with miso soup, followed by small portions of edamame, vegetable tempura, and hamachi crudo. Then a 5 piece nigiri and 1 roll is presented. After completing these, you can order as much as you want, 5 items at a time, from the select AYCE list. A green tea ice cream and mochi was given at the end as dessert. Overall, I had a great time. I think this is a great place for people who balance value eating and good quality eating. But, it seemed to me that the fish given in the omakase nigiri 5 piece set was nicer quality than those in the AYCE menu. Out of the nigiri, the hamachi was my favorite, along with the tai, and unagi nigiri. As far as AYCE sushi goes, it's nicer quality than most AYCE spots but also has a higher price. I'm personally not someone who can down a ton of food so this isn't worth it for me but I would recommend this if you love AYCE and wanted something a step above the average spot. Other note: the music played was like Japanese fast upbeat pop (anime music adjacent) so inevitably the vibe was more casual because of it. I felt this kind of took away from the romance in a way that soft background beats wouldn't so maybe this isn't a good choice as a romantic date night option. I'd say this is a good casual date night or first date spot! Or just for hanging casually w friends read more
Went here back in August and LOVED this place! It's a step up from the cheaper sushi spots in the area, and you can definitely tell with the quality and presentation of their dishes. The ambiance of the place was nice & cozy with both bar and table seating. I wouldn't recommend to go here if you have a large group of more than 6 because it is a smaller building. Service was great from what I remember, and our server knew exactly how to advertise their specials and had good knowledge of the menu. Overall the food here was a 4/5. Nothing was bad at all, but there were certain dishes that I did not really care for. Fish quality was all good for the price. I would skip out on the A5 uni special next time since it was ~$20 a piece but it was a nice try, and the shiso was an interesting (but needed) contrast in the bite to cut through the fattier waygu and uni. Another skip would be the stuffed shiitake, which was good but tasted like something you could make at home with a little effort. The tempura fries however were sooo good with the wasabi mayo. Wasn't too oily and had a nice crisp and fluff to them. Their selection of fish is also pretty diverse which is hard to find nowadays if you're not going to the more upscale spots. Was this the best sushi spot I've had in this price range? No, but I would definitely come back if I were in the area. read more
New spot I think. Staff was nice. Nice interior. Food was good! The fried octopus was super tender. Cooked perfectly. 100% would get again. Spicy tuna roll was delicious. Hamachi kama needed more flavor. Smokey flavor? It felt a bit dry in some parts as well. Nigiri was amazing. Would come back for the nigiri and octopus. read more
3 months ago
I've been coming here for their lunch specials and have always left satisfied. A good hidden gem and at good prices on bellaire. Service was attentive enough and the chefs were friendly enough. I personally like service to be not over the top when I'm eating and I let the food do the talking. Ambience reminds me of a fun Japanese corner street restaurant found typically when dining in Japan not fine dining but not too casual. It's a good middle for me. Overall I would keep coming back. read more
We went to Ichijiku on a Thursday around 5:15 pm. The restaurant is on the smaller side, with booths and seats at the sushi bar available. Service was good. They have a small "$7 before 7pm" happy hour menu everyday. We ordered: - Spicy tuna crispy rice - Salmon nigiri - Yellowtail nigiri - Agedashi tofu - A5 wagyu kushi - Eel kushi - Negitoro kushi - Bluefin chutoro nigiri - Bluefin akami nigiri - A5 wagyu aburi nigiri - Kinmedai nigiri - Hotate nigiri - Anago nigiri - Spicy tuna hand roll The sushi here was not bad, but nothing really stood out. My favorites were probably the hamachi and salmon off the happy hour menu. The A5 Wagyu aburi had nice flavor, but wished it was warmer when it came out. The spicy tuna hand roll tasted like something you'd get from a really cheap or ayce sushi restaurant, and the seaweed was not crispy. Out of the robata and appetizers we ordered, I enjoyed the A5 wagyu kushi and the spicy tuna crispy rice. My least favorite was the agedashi tofu. The texture was very slimy. read more
2 months ago
this is the only place i will do ayce sushi. the quality and experience is always great. i love the apps. read more
After seeing a lot of social media hype about Ichijiku, I was a bit let down. Most of the marketing material that I saw about this place was that it is very high quality sushi at a reasonable price. I found both points to not be exactly true when I visited. We made a reservation for 5:30pm on a Friday and when we arrived the restaurant still had open tables and open seats at the sushi bar. We were promptly shown to our table and our server brought out waters and took our drink order. The service was quite friendly and our server also took time to explain the menu and give us the rundown on their daily specials, which we did not try this time around. We visited to try out their happy hour, cleverly coined "$7 before 7pm". The hits from this menu were the oysters, chicken karaage, and shrimp tempura cut roll. The oysters were fresh and garnished nicely and were a delight. Though the oysters were some of the smallest oysters I have ever had, I think that 3 fresh oysters at $7 is still a reasonable price. The chicken karaage was a big hit at our table and we ended up doubling up on our order. The chicken karaage is a rather large portion, served piping hot, crispy, and flowing with juice. The shrimp tempura cut roll was fantastic as well. The shrimp tempura on the inside was freshly fried and complimented well with the other fillings and crunchy toppings. In my opinion, their happy hour drinks are of good value as well. We tried the sake mojito and also had some beer and sake--all recommended. Item's that we did not think were hits from the happy hour menu include the tuna cut roll and the nigiri offerings. While the tuna tasted fresh enough, I did not think that the quality of the tuna was anything different than Iwa Ya or other similar sushi restaurants in the area. And for $7 I would really hope to see a bit larger portion of tuna in the roll. The nigiri were a bit of a disappointment, honestly. The rice was seasoned nicely and perhaps a small step above average, cheaper previously named sushi restaurants. The cuts of fish served on the nigiri were a smaller portion and seemed the same or lower in quality than what is served nearby as well. At $3.50 a piece, I really expect a bit more quality. The interior is curated with touches of real Japanese sushi-ya in mind--the Sushi Shokunin book, tasteful potted flower, etc. I find that most of the sushi menu is pretty expensive, but Ichijiku does offer many different types of fish that are less commonly seen in Houston. What does intrigue me, however, is their omakase menu with two differing price points. While I can see this sushi restaurant doing well, I struggle to personally recommend IchiJiku due to the low value proposition of the majority of their menu even during happy hour. read more
Came here for happy hour that goes till 7! Has some great deals and options as well as an all you can eat menu we will have to try another time. Some favorites were the crispy rice bites, tempura lobster, and salmon crisp. Not a ton of seating so definitely worth looking at getting a reservation during busy times. read more
4 months ago
I decided on the nigiri and handroll lunch set. It includes 7 pc omakase nigiri, a handroll, miso soup, and salad. The salad has some kind of bold, balsamic-esque sauce making it a good palate cleanser. I wasn't too much of a fan of it but still ate it up. Their miso soup was pretty good though. For my handroll, I selected the salmon avocado, decent but nothing special. The 7 pc nigiri was selected by the chef. It included chutoro, yellowtail belly, Akami tuna, black cod with yuzu kosho, hirame, and I forgot the rest. They gave us an 8th piece on the house too chutoro was the best bite by far. Literally melt in your mouth. My second favorite was the black cod. The other ones were decent but not that memorable. I saw they had a daily special banana tempura green tea icecream for only $7 and decided to get it for dessert. I'm so glad I did because this dessert was hugeee. The 3 scoops of green tea icecream alone are worth the $7 if you order from elsewhere. The banana tempura batter was perfect. It is so light and airy yet has a nice crisp. It was hot too so it paired very nicely with the cold ice cream. This is a must get read more
Went to check out what this place had to offer! Service was nice, ambience was a more relaxed upper quality sushi vibe, felt taken care of! I feel like this place has so much more to offer and I'm wishing the best for them in the future! Negihama Hand Roll~ refreshing! would be great with some yuzu dressing on the top or maybe have the fish tossed in something with citrus to truly elevate this piece Sushi~ Tai red snapper: light, refreshing little nutty Snow crab: slightly sweet, cooked perfectly! Hamachi: FAVORITE delicate and buttery, melt in mouth Salmon: okay little chewy, not a big fan Chutoro: sweet with a little chew Kanpachi: little chew clean and rich Akami: buttery, slightly sweet Sashimi assorted~ Salmon: sweet and more of melt in mouth feel (still a slight chew) Kanpachi: best of the bunch! Sauce on top gave a nice kick Tuna: beautiful taste, clean, and didn't feel like you had to chew more than twice Hamachi: such a beautiful cut! Loved the way it tasted Overall a fun place to go especially during happy hour. If you love checking out sushi in Houston, try this place out! (You should also get a sweet treat from one of the places on this strip too!) read more
Ichijiku Sushi rolls out the red carpet for happy hour with specials that might just maki your day. Everyday before 7pm they offer a number of starters, rolls, nigiri, and drinks for just $7. The interior is simple, modern, and clean. Take a seat at a table with friends or grab a chair at the bar where you will get a front row seat to watch the skillful knife work of the sushi chefs. The sushi bar area is open, so guests can observe every step as chefs prepare each dish in full view, reflecting a commitment to freshness and craftsmanship. The oysters on half shell, sourced from Virginia on this day, were delicate and just the right amount of saltiness. The yellowtail nigiri melted in your mouth and finally, the chefs special fish, thinly sliced sashimi style, topped with a dusting of spices and micro fresh greens was not only beautiful, but the star of the three dishes. Service was very friendly and attentive and there was next to no wait time. Overall, Ichijiku has an eye for quality and creates a dining experience that feels comfortable, intentional, and exciting all at the same time. read more
1 year ago
After seeing multiple posts on social media regarding this new spot from LA advertising good quality well priced sushi I knew I had to come. Even more so when I saw that they have a $7 HH because if you know me, you know I love a good deal. I stopped by on a weekday without any wait at all. $7 HH: Chicken Karaage: 3/5 fried too long and the chicken was dry. i did not taste any seasoning on the chicken Oyster Half Shell: 4/5 oysters were small but tasty and fresh Kanpachi Jalapeno: 4/5 Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice: 4/5 probably my favorite HH bite Salmon Nigiri: 3/5 average Yellowtail Nigiri: 3/5 average Negihama Hand Roll: 3/5 average California Hand Roll: 4/5 i do like how they use real crab Black cod kushi: 2.5/5 i imagined this to be like a grilled miso cod but there was pretty much no seasoning on this at all and just a piece of fish on a stick Nasu kushi: 4/5 the miso sauce was good and i used some on the cod Overall, I was hoping to be impressed by their HH so that I could find an excuse to come back for their full menu or omakase. However, I didn't feel like their sushi was better quality than other places and even with the HH pricing it didn't feel like a great deal either. I wouldn't be opposed to coming back if I wanted just a small bite to eat during HH but wasn't overall wowed by the experience read more
8 months ago
Stop by lunch to try this new place out. Server was nice but the food is just okay. Nothing was bad or great. Just okay. Try lunch special 7 piece nigiri with California Handroll and miso soup and small salad for $25. 3/5 (you get whatever chef select. Some fish was average and others was fishy) Added $5 tempura fried lobster bites. Not bad for price . 4/5 stars Overall 3.5 . Total bill $33 with tip $39. read more
Appreciate the options on the menu and being able to order items without being inundated with frivolous gold flakes and miserly caviar. Clean space, sat at the counter in front of the sushi bar. They had their grand opening that week, so everything looked neat. Took off one star because the sushi staff did seem undertrained and struggling with putting together items and had the owner/head chef check and guide everything for them. This should have already been addressed prior to grand opening. Regular service staff was well prepared though. Food seems to be flavoured well, with the A5 wagyu skewers being decently priced. The nigiris were nice except for the ebi- a lot of US Japanese restaurants miss the taste factor when it comes to prawns. The taste of grit sand (not texture, mind you), but the smell just stays and always makes it unpalatable for me. The chirashi bowl was good for the price point. I enjoyed their scallops as well. The shumai was alright, and will pass on. Overall, it was a good experience and we will come back. Hope they work out the minor issues to make everything seamless. read more
I came here on Friday afternoon during happy hour with a reservation. The place is surprisingly packed but not too crowded for a new restaurant, and the service is pretty good and fast. The prices are decently priced during happy hour too. The food overall did not disappoint at all. The fish is so fresh especially the nigiri pieces and dishes were seasoned well especially the oysters and tuna w/ rice crackers. Definitely one of the best sushi I've had in Houston. If you're looking for a good sushi restaurant on Bellaire with good vibes, I recommend coming here especially during their happy hour!! read more
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