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    4.5 (44 reviews)
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    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!

    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!

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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!

    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.

    Emma D.

    A big group of us came on Friday with reservations. We were seated right away, no issues with some of our people showing up at different times. Started off with a drink order- I had a lychee mojito- was very refreshing. We ordered lots of apps- the spicy garlic edamame was a highlight for sure! We also tried the bao with beef bulgogi. It was tasty but my bao bun kind of fell apart. The hamachi Kama was another group favorite. We also ordered a lot of the chef special nigiri (seared) the flavor profiles of each one were unique and sooooo flavorful. The truffle snapper* and the caramel salmon were my favorite of that. For chef special rolls we tried a few different ones. I enjoyed the shibuya crossing roll, and the rainbow roll! They have ice cream for desserts as well. The red bean rice cream is the best! I would also recommend trying the sesame balls! They are under apps but have red beans and are more sweet so I had mine for dessert. Overall it is reasonably priced for the amount of food you can get (AYCE) and our server was great and patient with our big group.

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    Chris W.

    Having caught wind of this new self-proclaimed "premium" AYCE sushi spot on Westheimer, our eating group eagerly made plans to meet here this past weekend for our monthly sushi outing. Here are my thoughts on what we tried: Appetizers - You'll find all the standard hot and cold apps expected of an AYCE sushi restaurant - highlights that you won't typically see elsewhere are the chawanmushi (savory steamed egg custard), hamachi kama, and bao buns, all of which are worth a try! Fried items came out at a good temperature and raw appetizers were prepared and portioned well (if a little lacking in structural integrity). Sashimi - Four of my friends were so bold as to order 1 of every sashimi option on the menu (19 altogether). Presented on a giant shell-shaped platter, no other dish at the table so perfectly captured our gluttony. I opted for a smaller personal plate of sashimi selections and enjoyed their clean, fresh flavor. Nigiri - I'd consider this a highlight of the dinner menu, which includes not only all your classic fishes but also 8 dressed/seasoned/seared "Chef Specials". These were some of my favorite bites and I ended up ordering 1 of each special nigiri both at the start and at the end of my dinner (see photos for visual evidence). For an upcharge, they also offer premium nigiri by the piece, like toro, wagyu, uni, ikura, and foie gras, though I feel that the standard menu is already more than enough to satisfy. Rolls - As a group of 9, we were able to try several rolls without filling up too quickly, though we agreed that most weren't too distinguishable from one another - maybe we're just not roll people :P However, the Shima Blossom really stood out to us with its undertones of herbaceous shiso leaf and fragrant orange zest - definitely pick this one! Hot food - This is a comparatively smaller part of the menu but punches well above its weight. The yakitori skewers were juicy and well-seasoned, the sizzling plates of galbi and pork bulgogi were mouthwatering and savory, and the shrimp hibachi was perfectly seared. A few of my friends split and enjoyed the ramen bowl, though I didn't get a chance to try it. Dessert - Every AYCE sushi spot has the same 3-4 desserts and Kimoto is no exception: choose from ice cream, fried Oreos, and/or cheesecake to complete your meal. Or if you're like my group, hop between sweet and savory to switch up your flavor profiles and keep your palate refreshed to eat more :D What really stood out to me at Kimoto more than any other AYCE was the efficiency and professionalism of the service staff. In the midst of a peak dinner shift, our server handled our avaricious, hunger-driven orders with poise. We had ample opportunities to add more orders and the staff proactively brought out drink refills when they saw we were getting low. I never felt that we were being rushed, and we never had to wait long for food to be brought to the table. This aspect alone has made me a big fan, and I'm excited for a return visit - here's hoping the team here continues investing in its people and service :)

    Jessica W.

    ambiance is wonderful. they put a lot of work into their marketing and design with the names of the items on the menu. the service was great, everyone constantly checked on me. to be honest i was really disappointed with the food. with the words premium sushi in the restaurants name i was expecting premium sushi roll ingredients. majority of the rolls had crab sticks in them and cream cheese. basic ingredients and not even real crab. there wasn't a lot of variety to what was inside the rolls either. there was a premium section of nigiri but you had to pay extra. nowhere in the title of the restaurant does it imply the premium experience they are advertising costs extra. so that was a bummer. the best part of the meal for me was the drink.

    Thanh T.

    Went here with a group of friends, gotta say this is a Phenomenal AYCE sushi restaurant! Place is beautifully designed. Everything we had was amazingly delicious. The quality of the fish was excellent too. I personally would recommend to go with big group just so you can get a taste and try everything on their menu first. Service is A1! Try to get Jackie or Hak, these guys know their menu. Everything they recommended and even ordered for us to try was great. Will definitely be back!

    Beef Tataki

    Let's start with what matters most -- the food. The fish they source is clearly premium grade; the salmon was buttery, the tuna rich and vibrant, and the yellowtail was everything you want it to be. One detail that I absolutely loved and don't see often enough: the rolls are made with a lighter hand on the rice. This is a total game changer. You can actually pace yourself, try more variety, and enjoy the full experience without hitting a rice wall after five rolls. Jackie -- our server and honestly the MVP of the evening. He was warm, attentive, and always one step ahead. Waters refilled before you noticed they were empty, orders came out at the perfect pace, and he checked in on us with a smile every time. The food arrived lightning fast too, which for an AYCE restaurant is seriously impressive. No long waits, no forgotten orders -- just seamless, efficient, genuinely wonderful service. Kimoto is beautifully designed and wonderfully spacious -- perfect for large groups. We came with a big crew and had no issue spreading out comfortably. It's the kind of place that feels upscale without being stuffy, making it ideal for everything from birthday dinners to casual group outings. If you haven't been to Kimoto Premium Sushi yet, stop what you're doing and make a reservation right now. I mean it. This place completely blew me away from the moment we walked in, and I'm already counting down the days until my next visit.

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    Loved this spot - really good quality for all you can eat! Must try it if you're an AYCE fan!

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    Food, service, and ambiance were excellent. Really great AYCE place in Galleria. Must try; prices are great for the food quality.

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    Best quality sushi ands fast service! Miles better than any other AYCE I've been to. Everything was great.

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

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    4.9(51 reviews)
    5.5 miThe Heights

    We went to TINS on Friday for my birthday. We love going to an Omakase, but this is more. This is…read morean experience. Chef Sky puts all of his passion into this 14 course adventure. Each bite is elevated and delicious. We wanted to eat slow and enjoy each bite, but each was better than the last and so hard to eat slow! We were anticipating each piece! We loved the addition of laksa and his Malaysian influence. It was so hard to pick a favorite. The sake FLOWS! It's truly unlimited. We had so much fun. The interior is vibe in itself. If you go for the 8 o'clock seating, they do karaoke after and I can only imagine how fun that it since Chef Sky is so fun. He shared so much knowledge and was just so much fun to talk to as well. We finished our meal and stayed another 40 minutes talk to Chef and enjoying the sake. It really is more than just sushi. You will not find wasabi and soy sauce anywhere. Each of the sauces elevates each bite you take and compliments it so well. Here's what we enjoyed: 1.Madai (jalapeño dressing ) 2.Hickory smoke sichimi salmon ( crunchy garlic and sweet & sour sauce ) 3.Scallop with sesame oil , truffle salt , fried garlic , ponzu and mint leaf ) 4.Malaysian curry laksa 5.Tuna (Spain ) mango salsa make with tom yum sauce 6.Kanpachi (Hawaii ) truffle oil , Himalayan salt & lemon zest 7.King salmon (New Zealand ) seared with yuzu miso and Malaysian crunchy fried anchovy 8. Santa Barbara uni shooter 9. Founder (repulic of Korea) homemade pepper sauce 10. Seared escolar with pork floss 11. Toro with creamy cilantro lime sauce with kizami wasabi 12 . Hamachi with Malaysian style sweet garlic sauce 13. Unagi with old granny spice and yuzu salt 14. mango crepes cake

    Tins is, without a doubt, the best omakase like experience I've ever had. Every course flowed…read moreseamlessly into the next, each dish complementing the last in a way that felt intentional and artful. Honestly--hands down better than Uchi. The atmosphere was amazing. Chef Sky was welcoming, friendly, and incredibly entertaining. You can tell he loves what he does, and it makes the whole experience that much better. If you enjoy sake, do yourself a favor and catch a ride there and back. The bottomless sake is no joke and pairs perfectly with every dish! And whatever you do, don't miss karaoke after the 8pm seating. It was an absolute blast. By the end of the night, everyone--complete strangers when we walked in--felt like instant friends while singing our hearts out. I've definitely found my new favorite date night / family night / any-night spot. Cannot recommend Tins enough!

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    Tins - Unlimited sake

    Unlimited sake

    Tins - Yellowtail (sweet garlic sauce)

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    Yellowtail (sweet garlic sauce)

    Kata Robata - Texas Wagyu Katsu Sando

    Kata Robata

    4.3(2.3k reviews)
    4.3 miUpper Kirby
    $$$

    Kata Robata was an amazing experience from start to finish! We decided to try several of the daily…read morespecials 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!

    The food tasted good but nothing was new or exciting. The service was terrible... our waitress…read more(Karen?) was really slow.. also my friend waited almost 45 minutes for a glass of wine. She clearly forgot to ring it in and then brought us the check. We then asked for the glass of wine and she brought it with a revised check. We also never saw a manager during our visit. At the end, we were charged 20% gratuity for a group of 7... seemed strange. Not saying we wouldn't have tipped that but it didn't sit well knowing the service was so bad.

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    Kata Robata - Various nigiri.

    Various nigiri.

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    Okinawa Sun - strong AF

    Ume Sushi

    Ume Sushi

    4.6(219 reviews)
    6.8 miThe Heights

    I can't believe there isn't more buzz around this place--we were able to get an 8pm NYE reservation…read morefor 2 less than 48 hours in advance. Ume deserves to be considered among Houston's heavy-hitters of Sushi. Hands-down, their food is comparable to that of places like Uchi and Kata at a slightly lower (maybe?) price point. Ume's nigiri takes the cake as my favorite in the city. We were blown away with the quality of ingredients and unique flavor profile in every single piece of nigiri across the standard and deluxe offerings of the chef's choice plates, Wagyu, and specials. I also want to take a moment to recognize the outstanding experience provided by our server, Scott. Beyond demonstrating his thorough understanding of their menu and sushi, broadly, with exceptional recommendations and knowledgeable insights, he consistently went the extra mile to help make our dinner special.

    Really good sushi. We went on a Sunday night and it was pretty empty. Maybe one or two other…read morediners. The good news it was quiet. The bad news is that things come out too fast, other than the cocktails we ordered first, which showed up after the first course did. I find that a bit irritating. I guess maybe their bar/drinks person went home. But still, a great place in the Heights area. Great fresh sushi, imaginative cocktails and pleasant staff. Will go back when we are in the area

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    Ume Sushi - A5 wagyu beef toban yaki

    A5 wagyu beef toban yaki

    Ume Sushi - Ume Symphony Cocktail

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    Ume Symphony Cocktail

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