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    4.4 (65 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:30 pm

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    Calamari
    Justin T.

    I love a good AYCE sushi buffet. Good ones were hard to find back in the day, but now they are popping up all around town. The restaurant is located on Westheimer and Greenridge. I was a little skeptical when I pulled up as they had security in the parking lot. We came at the beginning of dinner time so getting seated right away wasn't a problem. The restaurant is pretty spacious with lots of seating inside as well as some patio seating. In the middle, they have a sushi bar where you can see the sushi masters at work. The decor and ambience is very nice and a great spot for a date night. Customer service was great though the food took time to come out in each round and was very staggered. They have all kinds of items like soups & salads, appetizers, hot plates, fried rice, noodles, baked rolls, skewers, sushi, hibachi, nigiri, sashimi, rolls, hand, hand rolls, and dessert. There are so many options on the menu and bonus points for describing the items. We had a few items in most of the categories. I really enjoyed the different baos and appetizers. The rolls were good. I will say the sashimi and nigiri were very small cuts. I'd rather get bigger cuts and not have to order things over and over. I ended the meal with fried Oreos which hit the spot and cleansed the palette. Overall, Kimoto is a very solid AYCE that I would happily return to.

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    Patrick L.

    Our neighbor recommended Kimoto to us. It was close by replacing Applebees. Plenty of parking as it's part of a bigger strip mall. Upon entering , there a lot of different Japanese decorations (lanterns, cat statue, drum etc). Pretty nice IMO. The AYCE is $36.99. One thing that stands out at Kimoto is the quality of their ingredients. The sashimi is served on top of a bow of ice to keep them as fresh as possible. They also do t try to overwhelm you by cutting them giant slices like some other places. It's cut just right size. They have a chef's special nigiri and all are really good. Their appetizers like the hamachi chili, escolar carpaccio and truffle snapper were so good we had to order a second round. In addition, you can order the premium omakase (4 pcs) for an additional $10 and includes Uni. The plates and bowls used looks pretty fancy. My wife noticed and admired them. Staff was super helpful and friendly. Orders came out fast and they made sure our teapot was never empty. Highly recommended. This is probably the best AYCE sushi place in Houston. Well worth a visit.

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    Alex N.

    Being a lover of AYCE sushi, Kimoto caught my eye. The restaurant was very comfy and stylish. Service was very fast, we had 4 people constantly emptying small plates of big variety, and the wait staff was always there to clean the table quickly and bring out what we needed. Let's start with their namesake, the premium sushi. They have the classic rolls and a nice variety of their own specialty rolls. The rolls were pretty good albeit some a bit strange. The part that stood out for me was their choice of hot plates: hibachi, sizzling proteins and more. The hibachi steak was super tender, we enjoyed that one so much that we ordered about 10 portions of it. Surprisingly, I might have enjoyed the meats more than the fish. We couldn't help but notice a lot of their fish dishes had that "fishy" smell and taste to them. Some of those like the salmon have room for improvement, but overall the experience was good enough for me to round up to a 5 star.

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    Vinh N.

    I've been visiting several AYCE sushi places in the area to compare them directly. The attractive thing about this restaurant is their menu as they have much more variety than their competitors. For example, they have salmon and yellowtail collars as appetizers even though they are more likely to sell out at night. They have many more sushi roll options that don't feature imitation crab or shrimp for those that have a shellfish allergy. They also have salmon toro on the regular AYCE menu and several other premium options as a la carte add ons. What's bad is the portions. Now that may not matter as much in an AYCE but you have to keep in mind that the sashimi cuts and nigiris are laughably small. The rolls are on the other hand are large since they have plenty of fillers. As for the taste, I would say it's about average. The salmon collar tasted nice but the baja roll wasn't that flavourful. The smaller/thin size of the aburi nigiri made the searing mostly cook through the fish which is a negative. The ambiance of this place is that of a traditional izakaya but there are no windows for half of the restaurant. The large enclosed booth kind of hide that but it's disconcerting. My server was nice and I think she was surprised that I wasn't trying to gorge myself on my order especially with the small portions.

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    Chloe L.

    I've tried a couple AYCE sushi spots in Houston and this one is by far my favorite. Service was incredible from the moment we came in til the end, and they take our order and serve it super quickly. 2 hour limit but we were not rushed at all compared to other AYCE spots. Ambiance is very sleek and clean. AYCE menu is $36.60 per person and includes appetizers and sashimi. Fish quality is great- especially loved the mango salmon, truffle red snapper, squid, unagi, salmon sashimi! Rolls also have less rice than usual so it wasn't too filling!! Hibachi steak was recommend by our server and it was very nice. Definitely coming back for AYCE sushi can't recommend this place enough.

    Shveta A.

    Being on the hunt for great AYCE sushi restaurants is an endeavor I am excited to continue. Kimoto is definitely a great addition! The interior is intimate and roomy, despite the its popularity. We were given a nice table and our server was very helpful and managed to be prompt in the busy setting. And the fish- oh my goodness. From the sushi to the nigiri to the sashimi to the hot dishes, including takoyaki, gyoza and ramen, everything was phenomenal. The fish was fresh and the portions generous, presented elegantly and in an organized way. The sesame balls and icecream were also amazing! I also loved my suggested mock tail, which tasted like an elevated capri sun! Overall, a great experience!

    Jenny N.

    Absolutely love the fish here! This is definitely going to be my go to place for sashimi and seared nigiri! I honestly didn't like seared nigiri before coming here. The hand rolls here are cut in half and easy to eat, and very tasty. The service is really fast too, we received our first order by the time everyone at the table finished ordering. My favorites from here were the Sakura Hamachi and the smoked salmon. I thought the spicy chopped scallops were okay, they used too much black pepper for my liking. I tried a couple of rolls (one punch and shima blossom roll) and also thought these were okay, it felt like it was missing some flavor to make it more special, but I'm still giving five stars because I loved everything else.

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    Haley M.

    On my quest to try as many AYCE as possible across Houston, Kimoto was our next stop. This sushi spot features an all you can eat menu for 36.99 with a wide variety of appetizers, hot and cold dishes, ramen, hand rolls, specialty rolls, baos, and desserts. They also have a pretty good selection of ice creams. The service was great, despite our waiter have several tables sat at once, he was really attentive and had good humor throughout the evening. We did have a large party so gratuity was already included (18%). The interior was nice, Asian aesthetic throughout and the larger tables were in the back where the sushi was being made. The bathrooms were very clean and it was overall nicely decorated throughout. This was a great experience, their sushi was pretty great and the drinks were 12/10 (strength and taste for the $). I'd come back for sure and highly recommend others to try it out.

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    Tiziana A.

    First time visiting KIMOTO during the afternoon. We had been seeing the "coming soon" sign for months, and when we realized it had finally opened, we decided to give it a try. The atmosphere was lovely: intimate and cozy. We even had the chance to interact with the owner, who was very kind and optimistic, which made the experience even nicer. Since we went during lunch hours, we enjoyed the $21.99 menu. Drinks are separate, but in my opinion the price is very reasonable compared to other places. I highly recommend the Nojito, I loved it. I also ordered a Cosmopolitan, and it didn't disappoint. I didn't take photos of everything we ordered because we were trying several items, but I was very satisfied and will definitely return to try a wider selection from the menu. Thank you to the team and our server for the great service. Just keep in mind there is about a two-hour time limit for the dining experience.

    Cayli P.

    This place has a really cute vibe and ambiance with lovely decor. Their presentation of food is also great. I can tell they care and put a lot of effort. The staff is super welcoming and provided great service throughout our meal. Our table really enjoyed all the appetizers we ordered. However, we were a little disappointed in the quality of the fish for the nigiri and sashimi. It wasn't quite up to par with what we expected. This restaurant is very new, so I definitely enjoyed trying it out and have high hopes that they'll improve over time!

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    Kara C.

    We were greeted promptly and warmly by our server, who immediately made us feel welcome. He asked if we had dined there before, and when we told him it was our first visit, he took the time to offer excellent recommendations. We chose the all-you-can-eat option, and every dish we tried was outstanding--from the crab and cucumber salads to the appetizers, hibachi steak, sashimi, specialty rolls, and dessert. There wasn't a single item we wouldn't happily order again. We both agreed that it was the best sushi we've had in a long time. This restaurant has definitely earned a spot on our list of places to revisit the next time we're in Houston.

    Ashley K.

    This may just be my new favorite all you can eat sushi spot. It was well worth the 40 minute drive for a great sushi selection, great service and a beautiful dining experience. When you walk into Kimoto you are greeted by beautiful lanterns scattered throughout the restaurant and different Japanese murals making it feel as if you are in Japan. The menu is endless with a good selection of raw and cooked sushi items. I will let the photos speak for themselves. The presentation was just unlike anything I've seen before from a all you can eat sushi spot. Our server Jacky was super attentive and efficient. Our table ordered a lot of food and everything came out perfect. I will definitely be back and will be recommending this place to all my friends!

    Diana J.

    With the current ayce sushi being everywhere now, this place stood out. Decor and ambiance inside is nice. Service is great and friendly! They have fresh salmon and yellowtail collars (limited each day). Everything came out quickly and hot. None of my steak was overcooked. Good flavor with everything. I will be back for sure.

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    Best AYCE sushi!! Everything was delish and fresh. Service was phenomenal. Shout out to Hak, gave us attentive service.

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    Omikase style - fish with perfect flavors! Outstanding food and a terrific experience.
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