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This was my first time visiting Kata Robata, and I left already looking forward to coming back. We ordered the following dishes: Texas Kobe Beef Skewer Grilled Octopus with Yuzukosho Vinaigrette Otoro Nigiri Foie Gras and Scallop Spicy Chopped Scallop Tropical Spicy Tuna Roll Texas Kobe Beef Yakiniku Don Sushi Platter, 10 pieces, with a Tuna Roll Everything was beautifully presented and the food tasted fresh and well prepared. There was a good variety across the menu, from the hot/cold items, to the sushi and sashimi, and etc. The Texas Kobe beef dishes were particularly enjoyable, and the foie gras and scallop was another standout. The grilled octopus was also nicely done, with the yuzukosho vinaigrette adding a good amount of acidity without overpowering the octopus. I, unfortunately, wasn't able to photograph the Texas Kobe Beef Yakiniku Don. Our server was on her game and immediately helped us mix everything together in the hot stone bowl before I could get a good picture. Not a bad problem to have. We were seated toward the back of the restaurant, which made for a quieter and more relaxed experience. It was easy to have a conversation without having to compete with the noise around us. While walking through the rest of the restaurant on the way out, I noticed that it was considerably louder in the main dining area which made it much harder to hear anyone you might speak with. I would recommend the back area if you're looking for a more relaxed meal. The restaurant was clean and well maintained. Our server was one of the highlights of the visit. She was friendly, attentive and informative without being overbearing. The service definitely added to the overall experience. Overall, I had a really enjoyable first visit to Kata Robata. The food was fresh, beautifully presented and offered enough variety that I left wanting to try more of the menu. Definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more of what they have to offer.
Birthday lunch today and they gave us a great table. It's loud here. Casual ambiance. Pluses 1. Bento boxes are great we liked the fish and beef ones - we also upgraded to the crab roll instead of the chicken teriyaki 2. Eel roll is good 3. Seaweed salad had many types Areas to improve 1. Ladies bathroom door is very heavy 2. We got the birthday acknowledgment today but we didn't get anything. Usually most places give the birthday person something. Good place to eat, $106 with tax and tip for two, no alcohol. Highly recommended!
First time here for a friend's birthday. They had reservations for a private big table in the back for 10 people. We had 1 waiter and a few runners. The place was very busy but service was great! Quick and thorough. I had several sake bombs but that didn't cloud my judgement! The food was amazing here. Definitely worth the slightly higher price than your average sushi place. There isn't a bad choice on the menu. We will be back for their lunch specials as they have event better pricing and dishes you can only get then.
FOOD POISONING I hate to give Kata a bad review because I actually enjoy eating here. However, I currently have food poisoning after eating here yesterday. 30 minutes after coming back from lunch break, I had diarrhea. I thought maybe it was just a bad day, but I am still suffering from this. I have to use the toilet many times a day, and I feel so nauseous. If it keeps getting worse, I am might have to consider going to urgent care. My boss ordered a salad that had the same veggies that came with the pan seared duck breast about a week ago, and also had diarrhea. He pieced two and two together. We believe that it's the veggies. I am worried that what I have is the parasite that's going around right now, cyclosporiasis. On another note, I wanted to try their specials. The lamb gyozas were okay. I didn't really like the skin of the gyoza, seemed a bit oily. I was excited to try the pan seared duck breast, but I found it to be a bit overcooked than what I usually have at other restaurants. A bit dry, kinda chewy, but the blueberry sauce was good. The salad that came on the side was good, but I believe that's what gave me diarrhea.
Kata Robata used to be one of my favorite restaurants before I moved away from Houston. After recently moving back, I chose it for my birthday lunch with friend because I had such fond memories of dining there. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. I arrived about 20 minutes before opening and had to wait outside in Houston's summer heat 93'F. While there are a few benches, there is very little shade, and guests are not allowed to wait inside. When the restaurant opened, there was no clear system for seating guests. Even though I was first in line, several people rushed in ahead of me, making the process feel disorganized. The biggest issue involved a $300 gift card that my friend had received years ago. She simply asked the staff to check the balance. When the server returned, he told us the manager had cut the card in half and that the entire balance had to be used during that visit. What bothered me was the lack of communication. We were never informed of the policy before the card was invalidated. If that is the restaurant's policy, it should be explained clearly beforehand. As two ladies having lunch, spending $300 was difficult, so we ended up ordering far more food than we normally would. The sashimi was fresh but cut thinly than what I've had at comparable restaurants. The hamachi kama, chirashi, and lobster mac and cheese were good. The green tea soufflé cheesecake was the biggest disappointment. For $10, it consisted of three very small cubes and felt overpriced. The waitstaff were attentive, friendly and professional, which helped salvage the experience. However, between the uncomfortable wait outside, the chaotic seating process, and the poor handling of the gift card, this visit did not live up to my previous experiences. While I have many good memories of Kata Robata, I'm not sure I'll be returning anytime soon.
Had a fantastic evening at Kata Robata! Our server, Gabby, was excellent and attentive throughout the evening. My favorite was definitely the Kobe Beef Skewers - I could have just eaten those all night long! Deliciousness in every bite. I'm not a fan of raw fish, so while my family enjoyed a handful of crudo dishes and nigiri, I got to enjoy the Longhorn Roll. This roll was solid, nothing mindblowing. We all enjoyed the Spicy Miso Ramen! Rich, flavorful broth that rivals some of my top ramen spots. I forget exactly what dessert we ordered, it may have been their chocolate bread pudding, but it was so good that I was literally scraping the plate! There's a lot of menu options so I'd love to come back and try some more things
Finally made it out here for dinner. The ambiance feels much nicer inside than you would expect from the outside. Our waitress made so many great recommendations. The crudo and skewers were the group favorites.
My family had dinner here last weekend. We had an early dinner so parking was plentiful. The interior is clean but non-descript. The service was very good. I was a bit disappointed with the food given the reviews I had read, especially given that the sushi pricing is very expensive. I would give the food an overall 3.5/5 stars. We had: Octopus Crudo (3/5) - It's thinly sliced octopus from a large tentacle so pretty large circular discs. The "issue" is that the citrus flavors are so overpowering you can't tell at all that you're eating octopus. I will say the flavors weren't bad, just overpowering for the octopus. Ceviche - My daughter ordered this and said it was very good; I did not try. Sushi Sampler (10 pieces / $58) as well as a few add-ons including chu-toro, o-toro and ikura - (3.5/5) - Overall the sushi was okay to pretty good. Nothing outstanding imo. I thought the rice lacked flavor, was textually pretty hard. The fish was pretty good. Spicy Soy Ramen (4/5) - Probably the best dish of the night. Not my favorite ramen in Houston but this was a good dish. Overall, again a bit disappointed given the price point but if you put price aside, okay to pretty good food.
Me and a friend stopped by for a quick lunch. Immediately upon being seated, we were greeted by Tai our server. He was very welcoming and assertive. Throughout our interactions he was very vocal about his opinions of the menu and suggestions but could be heard having some disagreements with other tables and staff which was a bit concerning. Our food came out very quickly and was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. I have heard since visiting they are more known for other dishes besides sushi so will definitely try these next time.
Nut allergy friendly - The lunch ramen is still safe! As is most of the menu I believe. Parking: Actually quite difficult in the small strip mall lot. Gets very busy during lunch and you might have to wait for someone to come out. Yep, they're all here for Kata. Time to Entree: 7 Minutes We arrived at 1PM on a Friday afternoon without a reservation and got quoted a 20 minute wait for 2 people. That ended up being around 9 minutes wait. Service for the lunch tonkatsu ramen was quick and efficient. The ramen is just as great as I remember. The pork tonkatsu is flame seared and has an excellent charred flavor, very different than normal tonkatsu pork but still melts in your mouth. The broth is flavorful and ginger-forward, but not too salty to where it's overpowering. Great portions of noodles that makes for a satisfying lunch. Kata's ramen still bats for the top 5 in Houston in my book. Always happy to make it back for their lunch when I've got the time.
Katsu sando - people seem to rave about this but we thought it was just okay. This seemed like similar sous vide style as the skewer but the skewer was much better Wagyu skewer - yum! Duck cold noodles - okay Scallop Foie nigiri - yes! So good and would order again
I've heard so many great things about Kata Robata and I'm glad we had an opportunity to check them out. An easy 10/10 experience! Went in during their lunch hours, upon entering I was greeted and informed that tables were being cleaned and prepared. I waited for all of 5 minutes before being seated. Soon after someone dropped off two waters for us. Shortly after that, Thao, our server stopped by to give an overview of the menu. Something she noted was that they were out of many things/food items. Specifically dishes containing lobster. We ordered the following: -Ocean Picante Roll -Miso Cod Bento -Longhorn Roll Honey I will be returning ANY chance I get! Any chance I take! That Longhorn Roll was something serious! Packed with flavor, fresh, and delicious. 20/10. Now as for the Ocean Picante Roll- I enjoyed it, but it wasn't my favorite. I'd give it an 8/10. That's a pretty high rating. Very good regardless. The Miso Cod Bento is served with seaweed salad, agedashi tofu, your choice of chicken teriyaki or chicken karaage, steamed rice, miso soup. And the food was fantastic!! Many people do not like tofu and guess what? I'm not many people. It's lightly fried to perfection! Kata Robata has an ambiance that makes you feel as if you're in an upscale space, yet not too stuffy or over the top. The lighting is perfect and it feels like a cozy meal with someone you love or like. Great for lunch, dinner, happy hour, or a nice date. I'll be returning very soon!
Nothing was super bad but I was also not impressed with the meal, especially given the higher end prices. The chili oil dumplings with the sauce in a pipette looks cool but is kinda gimmicky. Black pepper salmon nigiri was great as it should be. One of the rolls with the eel sauce on top (I forget the name) was too salty for my liking, which is a shame because I really like eel.
2 months ago
Plenty of parking spots for a Friday lunch with coworkers. We made reservations and glad we did because it was still pretty busy even at 1:15pm. The waiter was super helpful and patient with questions. It was a moderate noise level but you could still hear from across the table. They have a few bento box options which was nice. We shared the chef sashimi for 2 and the miso cod bento box. Perfect amount of food for two people. I had never had raw shrimp. It was on the slimy side but I'm just glad I didn't get sick. It's not for me but maybe it's good for others. Great experience, good service and the food was fresh! read more
This was my first time visiting Kata Robata, and I left already looking forward to coming back. We ordered the following dishes: Texas Kobe Beef Skewer Grilled Octopus with Yuzukosho Vinaigrette Otoro Nigiri Foie Gras and Scallop Spicy Chopped Scallop Tropical Spicy Tuna Roll Texas Kobe Beef Yakiniku Don Sushi Platter, 10 pieces, with a Tuna Roll Everything was beautifully presented and the food tasted fresh and well prepared. There was a good variety across the menu, from the hot/cold items, to the sushi and sashimi, and etc. The Texas Kobe beef dishes were particularly enjoyable, and the foie gras and scallop was another standout. The grilled octopus was also nicely done, with the yuzukosho vinaigrette adding a good amount of acidity without overpowering the octopus. I, unfortunately, wasn't able to photograph the Texas Kobe Beef Yakiniku Don. Our server was on her game and immediately helped us mix everything together in the hot stone bowl before I could get a good picture. Not a bad problem to have. We were seated toward the back of the restaurant, which made for a quieter and more relaxed experience. It was easy to have a conversation without having to compete with the noise around us. While walking through the rest of the restaurant on the way out, I noticed that it was considerably louder in the main dining area which made it much harder to hear anyone you might speak with. I would recommend the back area if you're looking for a more relaxed meal. The restaurant was clean and well maintained. Our server was one of the highlights of the visit. She was friendly, attentive and informative without being overbearing. The service definitely added to the overall experience. Overall, I had a really enjoyable first visit to Kata Robata. The food was fresh, beautifully presented and offered enough variety that I left wanting to try more of the menu. Definitely looking forward to coming back and trying more of what they have to offer. read more
1 month ago
Birthday lunch today and they gave us a great table. It's loud here. Casual ambiance. Pluses 1. Bento boxes are great we liked the fish and beef ones - we also upgraded to the crab roll instead of the chicken teriyaki 2. Eel roll is good 3. Seaweed salad had many types Areas to improve 1. Ladies bathroom door is very heavy 2. We got the birthday acknowledgment today but we didn't get anything. Usually most places give the birthday person something. Good place to eat, $106 with tax and tip for two, no alcohol. Highly recommended! read more
2 months ago
First time here for a friend's birthday. They had reservations for a private big table in the back for 10 people. We had 1 waiter and a few runners. The place was very busy but service was great! Quick and thorough. I had several sake bombs but that didn't cloud my judgement! The food was amazing here. Definitely worth the slightly higher price than your average sushi place. There isn't a bad choice on the menu. We will be back for their lunch specials as they have event better pricing and dishes you can only get then. read more
2 months ago
FOOD POISONING I hate to give Kata a bad review because I actually enjoy eating here. However, I currently have food poisoning after eating here yesterday. 30 minutes after coming back from lunch break, I had diarrhea. I thought maybe it was just a bad day, but I am still suffering from this. I have to use the toilet many times a day, and I feel so nauseous. If it keeps getting worse, I am might have to consider going to urgent care. My boss ordered a salad that had the same veggies that came with the pan seared duck breast about a week ago, and also had diarrhea. He pieced two and two together. We believe that it's the veggies. I am worried that what I have is the parasite that's going around right now, cyclosporiasis. On another note, I wanted to try their specials. The lamb gyozas were okay. I didn't really like the skin of the gyoza, seemed a bit oily. I was excited to try the pan seared duck breast, but I found it to be a bit overcooked than what I usually have at other restaurants. A bit dry, kinda chewy, but the blueberry sauce was good. The salad that came on the side was good, but I believe that's what gave me diarrhea. read more
Kata Robata used to be one of my favorite restaurants before I moved away from Houston. After recently moving back, I chose it for my birthday lunch with friend because I had such fond memories of dining there. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. I arrived about 20 minutes before opening and had to wait outside in Houston's summer heat 93'F. While there are a few benches, there is very little shade, and guests are not allowed to wait inside. When the restaurant opened, there was no clear system for seating guests. Even though I was first in line, several people rushed in ahead of me, making the process feel disorganized. The biggest issue involved a $300 gift card that my friend had received years ago. She simply asked the staff to check the balance. When the server returned, he told us the manager had cut the card in half and that the entire balance had to be used during that visit. What bothered me was the lack of communication. We were never informed of the policy before the card was invalidated. If that is the restaurant's policy, it should be explained clearly beforehand. As two ladies having lunch, spending $300 was difficult, so we ended up ordering far more food than we normally would. The sashimi was fresh but cut thinly than what I've had at comparable restaurants. The hamachi kama, chirashi, and lobster mac and cheese were good. The green tea soufflé cheesecake was the biggest disappointment. For $10, it consisted of three very small cubes and felt overpriced. The waitstaff were attentive, friendly and professional, which helped salvage the experience. However, between the uncomfortable wait outside, the chaotic seating process, and the poor handling of the gift card, this visit did not live up to my previous experiences. While I have many good memories of Kata Robata, I'm not sure I'll be returning anytime soon. read more
Had a fantastic evening at Kata Robata! Our server, Gabby, was excellent and attentive throughout the evening. My favorite was definitely the Kobe Beef Skewers - I could have just eaten those all night long! Deliciousness in every bite. I'm not a fan of raw fish, so while my family enjoyed a handful of crudo dishes and nigiri, I got to enjoy the Longhorn Roll. This roll was solid, nothing mindblowing. We all enjoyed the Spicy Miso Ramen! Rich, flavorful broth that rivals some of my top ramen spots. I forget exactly what dessert we ordered, it may have been their chocolate bread pudding, but it was so good that I was literally scraping the plate! There's a lot of menu options so I'd love to come back and try some more things read more
My family had dinner here last weekend. We had an early dinner so parking was plentiful. The interior is clean but non-descript. The service was very good. I was a bit disappointed with the food given the reviews I had read, especially given that the sushi pricing is very expensive. I would give the food an overall 3.5/5 stars. We had: Octopus Crudo (3/5) - It's thinly sliced octopus from a large tentacle so pretty large circular discs. The "issue" is that the citrus flavors are so overpowering you can't tell at all that you're eating octopus. I will say the flavors weren't bad, just overpowering for the octopus. Ceviche - My daughter ordered this and said it was very good; I did not try. Sushi Sampler (10 pieces / $58) as well as a few add-ons including chu-toro, o-toro and ikura - (3.5/5) - Overall the sushi was okay to pretty good. Nothing outstanding imo. I thought the rice lacked flavor, was textually pretty hard. The fish was pretty good. Spicy Soy Ramen (4/5) - Probably the best dish of the night. Not my favorite ramen in Houston but this was a good dish. Overall, again a bit disappointed given the price point but if you put price aside, okay to pretty good food. read more
Me and a friend stopped by for a quick lunch. Immediately upon being seated, we were greeted by Tai our server. He was very welcoming and assertive. Throughout our interactions he was very vocal about his opinions of the menu and suggestions but could be heard having some disagreements with other tables and staff which was a bit concerning. Our food came out very quickly and was pretty good, but nothing to write home about. I have heard since visiting they are more known for other dishes besides sushi so will definitely try these next time. read more
Nut allergy friendly - The lunch ramen is still safe! As is most of the menu I believe. Parking: Actually quite difficult in the small strip mall lot. Gets very busy during lunch and you might have to wait for someone to come out. Yep, they're all here for Kata. Time to Entree: 7 Minutes We arrived at 1PM on a Friday afternoon without a reservation and got quoted a 20 minute wait for 2 people. That ended up being around 9 minutes wait. Service for the lunch tonkatsu ramen was quick and efficient. The ramen is just as great as I remember. The pork tonkatsu is flame seared and has an excellent charred flavor, very different than normal tonkatsu pork but still melts in your mouth. The broth is flavorful and ginger-forward, but not too salty to where it's overpowering. Great portions of noodles that makes for a satisfying lunch. Kata's ramen still bats for the top 5 in Houston in my book. Always happy to make it back for their lunch when I've got the time. read more
5 months ago
Katsu sando - people seem to rave about this but we thought it was just okay. This seemed like similar sous vide style as the skewer but the skewer was much better Wagyu skewer - yum! Duck cold noodles - okay Scallop Foie nigiri - yes! So good and would order again read more
I've heard so many great things about Kata Robata and I'm glad we had an opportunity to check them out. An easy 10/10 experience! Went in during their lunch hours, upon entering I was greeted and informed that tables were being cleaned and prepared. I waited for all of 5 minutes before being seated. Soon after someone dropped off two waters for us. Shortly after that, Thao, our server stopped by to give an overview of the menu. Something she noted was that they were out of many things/food items. Specifically dishes containing lobster. We ordered the following: -Ocean Picante Roll -Miso Cod Bento -Longhorn Roll Honey I will be returning ANY chance I get! Any chance I take! That Longhorn Roll was something serious! Packed with flavor, fresh, and delicious. 20/10. Now as for the Ocean Picante Roll- I enjoyed it, but it wasn't my favorite. I'd give it an 8/10. That's a pretty high rating. Very good regardless. The Miso Cod Bento is served with seaweed salad, agedashi tofu, your choice of chicken teriyaki or chicken karaage, steamed rice, miso soup. And the food was fantastic!! Many people do not like tofu and guess what? I'm not many people. It's lightly fried to perfection! Kata Robata has an ambiance that makes you feel as if you're in an upscale space, yet not too stuffy or over the top. The lighting is perfect and it feels like a cozy meal with someone you love or like. Great for lunch, dinner, happy hour, or a nice date. I'll be returning very soon! read more
Nothing was super bad but I was also not impressed with the meal, especially given the higher end prices. The chili oil dumplings with the sauce in a pipette looks cool but is kinda gimmicky. Black pepper salmon nigiri was great as it should be. One of the rolls with the eel sauce on top (I forget the name) was too salty for my liking, which is a shame because I really like eel. read more
Favorite meal of our entire trip. Went with a group of 6 and ordered the perfect amount of food. Most things are shareable. The menu leans traditional Japanese and there's something for everyone. I was blown away with every single dish we had. Highlights: -the nigiri sampler was SO tasty and the proportion of fish to rice was perfect. Favorite bites were the roe and fatty tuna -the strawberry shaved ice cream - they ship their ice from Japan which seems the perfect amount of luxuriousness -the beef skewers were seasoned perfectly, cooked to the perfect temperature, and so juicy -the uni chawanmushi - need I say more?! It was such a treat to have with the beautiful piece of uni right on top Service was quick, attentive, and we had a fantastic time. Around 7 it was a packed house! Great vibes for date night, a family dinner, or to bring your parents. The restaurant was spacious and it felt vibrant. Would come back again in a heart beat! read more
A bunch of people always ask me what's my favorite sushi spot in Houston is. And it's so tough because we have so many amazing options. Kata robata is definitely up there for me! They have been a Houston staple for ages, and their quality always stays consistent. They have such great options to choose from and we love coming here for a special occasion or just a date night. Our favorites to get- - Texas Kobe beef skewers 9/10 - Yuzu marinated salmon sashimi 9/10 - Wagyu katsu sando- 10/10 - Lobster Mac and cheese - 10/10 - Different nigiri- always 10/10 - Tropical spicy tuna roll 8/10 - Texas hamachi roll 9/10 - Rising sun roll I have yet to try their sister restaurant Katami! But I'm excited to go there soon. read more
8 months ago
Great service, make a rezy!!! Food was amazing. Make a reservation for sure. We went on a Wednesday night and it was packed We split four rolls with us three girls, and it was perfect . My fave was the spicy tuna roll and the Longhorn. The Longhorn was a bit of an OG with some tempura in there. Our server, I forgot his name was very nice. He had glasses.. Separate bathroom, bathrooms for him and her Free parking in front. You start the meal like you do in Japan with a hot wet towel. This is my first time at kata robota , but I'll be back!! The lychee martini was fab tooo, super strong and sweet enough. One of my top places for a lychee tini! read more
3 months ago
Kata Robata absolutely lived up to its reputation. The sushi was incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and every bite was outstanding. The nigiri was one of the highlights of the meal. The seaweed salad was unlike any I've had before, it featured about eight different types of seaweed and was beautifully presented. While it wasn't quite my personal favorite, I appreciated the creativity and quality. The true star of the meal was the miso black cod. It was perfectly cooked, buttery, flavorful, and literally finger-licking good. I would come back just for that dish. Excellent food, elegant presentation, and a memorable dining experience. I will definitely be back! read more
came back to kata robata this time right when they opened @around 5pm and it was decently packed the quality is 10/10 as always This time we ordered the Texas Wagyu Sando to try out. If you like buttery flavor (more fat) cut of meat, then this is for you. Other must-orders are king salmon and chopped scallop nigiris. We also had otoro, sea bream and butterfish sashimi. You also can't go wrong with their ramen selections. We tried ordering oxtail ramen (their special of the day) but it was out so we opted for Nagasaki (seafood) ramen again. Plenty of parking spaces, no valet. Definitely perfect for fancy date nights, business meetings, family dinners and special occasions. read more
10 months ago
I've been to Kata Robata so many times, and it never disappoints. The quality and consistency are just top notch. This time I had the jalapeño hamachi and Yuzu salmon to start. Both were solid, but the salmon really blew me away. Super thin, super flavorful. The tuna and snapper sashimi were fresh and clean, exactly what you would expect. I tried the Texas Hamachi roll too, which was good but kind of overlapped flavor wise with the hamachi starter. Next time I'll probably pick one or the other. The Rising Sun roll was fine, but the Caribbean roll with lobster? Easily the winner. Don't forget to try their skewers as well! I also love that their rolls aren't drowning in sauce because you can actually taste the fish. All in all, another great meal. I'll definitely be back!! read more
4 months ago
Kata Robata was an amazing experience from start to finish! We decided to try several of the daily specials along with a few menu favorites, and everything was absolutely delicious. From the specials menu, we started with the spicy garlic coconut milk mussels made with fresh Prince Edward Island/British Columbia mussels in a rich spicy garlic coconut cream sauce, topped with green onions and served with toasted ciabatta bread. The broth was incredible and packed with flavor. As an appetizer, we ordered the Texas Wagyu Hot Stone Bowl -- the only rice item on the menu at the time -- made with rice, egg, kimchi sauce, tawan mushrooms, sesame, and green onion. It was prepared tableside for us, which made the experience even more fun and interactive. We also tried the Spicy Soy Ramen with braised ground pork, chili oil, soy milk broth, soft boiled egg, wakame, green onion, and micro cilantro. The flavors were rich, comforting, and had the perfect amount of spice. The Nagasaki Champon Ramen was another standout with clams, shrimp, cabbage, pork, onion, ginger, and micro cilantro in a flavorful broth that tasted fresh and authentic. The restrooms were very Japanese-inspired and beautifully maintained, adding to the atmosphere of the restaurant. Gabby was an amazing waitress -- attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire dining experience even better. Then there was dessert: Green Tea soufflé and chocolate milk bread pudding! I hope i get a picture of it!!! Service is GREAT! Drinks are filled. Needs are met- and exceeded!!!0 Parking is self parking, but it was worth it. We will definitely be back again to try many more items on the menu! Come early if you want to hear your partner it gets LOUD! read more
10 months ago
Came with my coworkers -- a party of 7 -- to celebrate a birthday and a new job. We called the morning of to make a reservation, and I'm glad we did because the place was packed for Friday lunch. Highly recommend booking ahead. Their lunch menu is such a good deal for the quality you get, and it even comes with a bowl of miso soup. Parking can be a bit of a challenge, but there's street parking behind the restaurant if you circle around. Overall, great spot for a group lunch. read more
I will now need to come eat here every time I come to Houston, that's how amazing this meal was! Everything from the service to the quality of food was perfect. Food came out relatively quickly too but they perfectly timed out each course. We came for a late lunch on a Saturday with a reservation and it was still pretty busy. Inside has lots of seating and the back of the restaurant has nice natural lighting. FOOD Peppered tuna - 5/5 so fresh Texas Kobe beef skewers - 6/5 must try, so buttery and flavorful Yuzu salmon sashimi - 4/5 like butter Miso marinated black cod - 5/5 so tender and flavor amazing. Similar to teriyaki flavor Longhorn roll - 6/5 one of my favorite rolls I've ever tried Miso lobster Mac and cheese - 4/5 very good and cheesy. Not too fishy Lobster and crab ramen - 4/5 so delicious, not fishy. Broth had a yummy peanut taste to it, noodles were perfect. Not much crab meat and the pieces were small. Fully recommend ordering everything above! DESSERT Shaved ice desserts (can't remember the name) - 3.5/5 tasty but not sure it's worth the price. It's a fun dessert to experience and there's ice cream at the bottom of it once you eat most of the top. Green tea cheesecake 3/5 - more of a cake than a cheesecake but tasty A must try in Houston! read more
I was craving sushi while I was home in Texas and my friend suggested Kata Robata. He said the sushi was very traditional Japanese so I was very keen on trying it. For a Sunday lunch, this place was pretty bustling but we were still able to score a walk-in table. We both started with a miso soup and shared the Wagyu beef skewers (at his insistence) which had been cooked sous vide for 24 hours -- I highly recommend those! The meat was so tender and full of juiciness, barely any chewing required. It only comes with 2 skewers per order FYI. The miso soup was lacking for me as I expected a lot more umami flavor. Could definitely use more miso! For mains, I definitely wanted sushi. Some of the rolls looked good, but I was very keen on having nigiri as this is the best way to test if a Japanese restaurant is really good or not. I finally decided on the nigiri sushi platter, which was delicious. It comes with 10 pieces and either a cut tuna or salmon roll. I don't remember all the pieces but there was definitely salmon, fatty tuna, mackerel, kanpachi, scallop and unagi. The chutoro fatty tuna melted in my mouth. The tuna roll that came with the platter I found bland but the nigiri pieces are really where my mouth was the happiest. I highly recommend getting any of the nigiri pieces. The pieces are prepared traditionally in that they do place wasabi under the fish on top of the rice. Overall, would definitely come back for the nigiri sushi! read more
1 year ago
I had another wonderful experience at kata robata! I had called for a reservation for 4 about a week prior to dining on a Monday at 645pm. I did have to wait about 5 minutes to be seated because the hostess was busy on the phone. I dined with a couple friends and we tried a few new dishes. The ceviche was alright, the miso cod was incredible, and the lobster & crab ramen was a nice addition to the meal. We also tried the barracuda nigiri from the specialty menu and that was to die for. I was so excited to see barracuda on the menu! I also ordered the Kobe beef skewers and the kakuni pork belly - both of which were incredible. Overall the vibes were great and the service was kind once again. read more
3 months ago
Good: - Wagyu and the toro was great. - Server was attentive and the staff was friendly. - Interior was clean and spaced out. Bad: - I forget what roll but it had more rice than fish. - wasabi was watered down. In my opinion, you can't miss with little things like this when changing a premium. Overall: I would say this is one of the better places for sushi in houston. read more
3 months ago
i sat at the bar because the tables were full. the bartenders were very attentive and helpful despite being busy. the maki roll selection is pretty small, but what i got was still tasty. the dessert was nicely presented and tasted great. overall it was a good experience. read more
8 months ago
The food was amazing as last time, the only difference is we ordered a umi appetizer and as someone who usually doesn't like custard it was really light and easy! The servers were pretty fast and communicative about wait times;however, there's construction going on right now as of 1/2026 so be weary if you're wanting to come during peak hours, due to less seating being available temporarily. read more
Incredible experience, from the food to the service, everything was standout! We ordered randomly but every single item was superb. A little on the pricier side (definitely more of a splurge night for us), but for the quality and consistency I think this spot delivers better value than a lot of the other sushi spots in Houston Highlights of the meal as below, but not a single item missed the mark and I would 100% eat here again. Texas Kobe Skewers: melt in your mouth, literally the softest steak I've ever had, I could have had 10 of these easily Fish: we ordered peppercorn tuna, o-toro, yellowtail and sea bream sashimi. Every single piece was so fresh and light, the sea bream was our consensus favorite Chocolate bread pudding - a lighter version of a banana's foster with a nutty toasted rice ice cream on top, superb finish to the night! read more
Kata Robata was my first real venture into "nice" sushi, and it completely set the bar. It's one of those spots that just never misses, from the ramen and the Japanese sando to the oysters and of course the sushi itself, everything lands perfectly. Over time it's become clear why people call it a Houston staple. The food is consistently excellent, the menu is creative without being over the top, and it's always worth the visit. If the ambiance isn't quite your vibe, their sister restaurant Katami offers a different atmosphere with the same dedication to quality. Either way, you can't go wrong. read more
5 months ago
Wanted to celebrate my birthday here with my husband and small dog as this restaurant has been on my list since I moved to Houston. But I'm really disappointed by the inconsistency here. Both Yelp and Google list this place as pet-friendly, which is a big reason I chose to call ahead. However, when I spoke to someone on the phone, I was told they are not pet-friendly. It's frustrating when businesses don't keep their information accurate across platforms especially for something as important as whether pets are allowed. Please update your listings so customers know what to expect. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I'm giving one star for misleading information. read more
7 months ago
no reservation - came right when they opened - the restaurant started to fill up fast after 30 min. the only dish that really stood out was the side salad of the duck breast. so yummyyyy! duck was a bit lacking flavor and dry. other dishes was just okay (could get better for a more competitive price) service was good though - they are super staffed (always filling out water and cleaning out the table) interior decor was alright - didn't feel like we were in a fancy place read more
yum yum. I can't believe it's taken me this long to try Kata, but I'm sooo happy I did. it's a new fave. I came here for lunch on a day I happened to have off. We were easily seated at the bar. It would have been a wait for an actual table. We ordered the chirashi bowl and the sushi plate. Both were so good that I didn't want the meal to end. I'm already looking forward to my next visit :') read more
12 days ago
We visited Kata Robata on a Saturday night around 6pm and experienced a 30-40 minute wait for a party of two. It's a busy restaurant, so I would recommend making a reservation beforehand. We were seated at the sushi bar and thus we were treated to front row seats to all of the action! We ordered the Chirashi, Toro & Ikura Roll, Texas Wagyu Beef Skewer, Wagyu Katsu Sando, and Green Tea Souffle Cheesecake and everything was excellent. Yes, the prices are on the higher side but the quality and service are also on the higher side. All of the fish featured in the chirashi bowl were fresh and melted in your mouth--perhaps a slightly more generous portion and I would order this for takeout regularly. The Toro & Ikura roll was a personal favorite of mine and recalled many memories of eating sushi in Tokyo. Fatty tuna, takuan (pickled radish), and shiso leaf is such a classic combination and always tastes great! The beef items were also very, very good but not my favorite. Since both of the beef dishes that we ordered featured wagyu, both are very fatty. I found that both items were a bit too fatty and rich for my taste. Would I order these items again though--absolutely yes. My future strategy would probably be to order beef skewers, eat a small amount fresh, and then take the rest home to slowly savor over the course of the week. Dessert is not something that I always order, but seeing some of my friends' reviews mention the green tea souffle cheesecake made it something we could not miss. And the green tea souffle cheesecake did not miss. The cheesecake itself was rich yet light, airy, fluffy, and not too sweet with great green tea flavor. It is served with red bean ice cream and buckwheat crumble which I would pay for on its own--so good. Service is fast, friendly, and helpful--perfect for the smart casual vibe of Kata Robata. I am usually skeptical of very popular restaurants with mid-high prices, but I was very pleasantly surprised. Will be back! read more
2 months ago
9 months ago
So Hubby's birthday is 12/25 and we decided to celebrate early. After logging on to our American Express Platinum Account, and after registering our Resy Account, we decided to eat at Kata Robata and this place did not disappoint!! Hubby decided on Sushi and this place had all the right options. Not to mention the ambiance and service were great!! We ordered a Coke and Coke Zero along with some waters and lemon. For starters we ordered the pork belly papaya salad along with the Wagyu skewers that were "melt in your mouth, delicious!" For dinner, Hubby ordered the CHIRASHI (priced at $63) which consisted of eleven types of fresh sashimi over sushi rice. I also ordered two tako sushi (grilled octopus), one tamago sushi (egg sushi), two uni (sea urchin) sushi, one ikura (large fish egg roe) and two tobiko (smaller fish egg roe). Hubby shared with me that the CHIRASHI platter he chose was delicious and fresh. He eats a lot of Hawaiian poke and to me has been a bit of a fish/sashimi/poke/sushi connoisseur. As far as the sushi I had ordered, the uni was super fresh and delicious. I've had uni from other places in Hawaii, like Genki Sushi or Kuru Kuru Sushi and this by far was a much more delicate, light and refreshing uni I've had. The tako was nicely grilled and had a thick yet tender texture. The Ikura and Tobiko were slightly salty and quite refreshing while the tamago was fluffy and airy, and all pairing nicely with the sushi rice. I think the only issue I had was adding too much wasabi to each sushi piece. But utilizing the ginger helped balance out the heat from the wasabi. Dinner was delicious and we were delighted that our waitress shared with Hubby that he was able to pick an option of desserts since it was his birthday...which was complimentary. He ended up choosing the banana crème brûlée which was smooth and creamy. We had an amazing night and were able to spend some quality time at a great restaurant!! We would recommend this place as a 10 out of ten!!! And will be back before the new year!!! Thank you again for the great service and for making Hubby's birthday memorable!!! read more
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3600 Kirby Dr
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I have called them over 20 times and can't get through. How can I request omakase if no one answers the phone?
Are the owners japanese?
The head chef, and several of the assistant chefs, are Japanese. However, the majority of the restaurant is owned by the Chinese family behind the Azuma restaurants.
Does anyone have any details on their omakase? Price? Do I need to specify that's what we would like to order in the reservation upfront?
I don't know the price but the point of the omakase is that it's a chef's tasting that they choose for you based on the current ingredients etc. Generally they will ask if there are any allergies or other exceptions but otherwise they curate the…
For lunch, do they serve the full menu or just the lunch menu?
They offer the full menu at lunch as well. We ordered off the full menu last week during lunch.
How much is the omakase? Would like to find out options and prices, couldn't find them on the menus
Up to $160 per person!
Is this place good for a date?
Yes! But it's cold. Bring a jacket. And reservations are a must. Have fun!
Do they take reservations?
yes and you will have a best damn sushi you have ever had
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