What an experience! Celebrated a friend's birthday here and we did the signature namokase experience! I really couldn't tell you all the delicious courses brought out, but all were chef selections and change with the seasons. I lose track of how many courses were included, but at least 7! The dessert was matcha tiramisu and crème brûlée! That I do remember. The tuna items were my favorite though. The only downside which is not the restaurant's fault is they have more seating outside than inside and with the heat, it is just tough this time of year in August! I will definitely be back though. The service was great and the staff are super attentive if you need more water, another drink and check if you finished your current course before bringing out the next. read more

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I just recently moved to Dallas & I was recommended Namo a few times so I decided to go on a solo date out. My husband was out of town for a work trip so I thought why not ! I didn't have a reservation & I was hoping I can slide into a seat at the sushi bar. When I arrived I was greeted by Vivian, she was so sweet & welcoming. I instantly knew by her hospitality that if she wasn't able to seat me, I would come back. She was able to get me on a short wait until a seat opened at the sushi bar. I was more than happy to wait, I was offered a beverage while I waited but opted for just water tonight. The manager Alexander came back to see if I needed anything while I waited for my seat. I was seated at the sushi bar & greeted by my server. Her name was Sayaka. She has such a warm smile & energy about her. She explained the menu since it was my first time. Then I proceeded to order, I ordered a handful of nigiri's. My sushi chef was Joseph! He was so friendly, knowledgeable and made other great suggestions aside from what I ordered. Thank you chef Joseph for using his expertise to absolutely WOW ME @ the quality of the fish. The simplicity of what quality of fish & experience will make you feel. From beginning to end, my dining experience was exceptional. I am quite particular when it comes to sushi, but this exceeded my expectations. I'll be back again to visit Namo! read more

FOOD INSTAGRAM: @northtx.gemz **** WHAT THEY'RE KNOWN FOR: one of the freshest and best sushi in Dallas you can get! THE VIBE: not really a vibe tbh it was lowkey awkward lol but it's super small. The have a good patio but it was too hot. PRICE: ~$75 for two people WOULD I COME BACK? Yes! **** Overall Rating: 9.5/10 - This is probably my favorite sushi spot ever that is up there with Uchi. The fresh was extremely fresh and so buttery it literally melted in your mouth. I definitely wanna come back for their omakase experience which wasn't too pricey compared to other omakase in Dallas. - Only thing is I don't think I was a fan of the asparagus in the roll but that's a preference. I only docked 0.5 points because it was so awkward inside LOL. The service was nice I think it's just how tight and small it is inside. - I heard good things about their to-go so I might do that or the omakase next time! read more

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Namo has some of the best sushi I've ever tasted. It's extremely fresh and always has an excellent flavor. It's a must stop if you're passing through Dallas. read more

Delicious sushi spot that we found on Resy. Was easy to get to, parking is mostly street but walkable, especially because Namo is in a well lit shopping area. We ordered a few nigiri pieces and new style rolls. Everything was delicious, and fresh as they proud themselves in. Toro was luscious and melted in the mouth, as good toro should. Scallops in the Aburi roll was so good, fresh and crisp-best words to describe. Had a great experience, was quick especially with sushi making right in front you. Left Namo at a perfect satiety- not over bearing full but also could have eaten one more roll:) read more

Namo - Dec 2025 menu - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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3 year old review but came here with some friends for a birthday and it was such a great vibe. Class, elevated, and inviting. The service was professional yet warm, and the dishes were just so fresh and thoughtfully put together. Thanks for a lovely time! read more

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Came with my lovely friend to celebrate my birthday (Scorpio!) and she definitely picked an amazing spot! There's ample parking in the parking garage (and it's free) and the walk to the restaurant is short. Our waitress, Taylor, was so sweet, attentive, and knowledgeable of the menu. She provided except service! However, I may add that we were unaware the restaurant closes at 230PM (reopens at 5PM) and we had a reservation for 2PM - which made for a very grumpy sushi chef towards the end of our meal (we finished around 330PM). Nevertheless, the experience and sushi were still very pleasant (we sat at the sushi bar). We tried the flights of sake and although it was a good experience, I settled on a glass of wine. We both ordered the lunch omakase and it's the perfect size and flow. I really enjoyed the katsuo sashimi and the miso soup (it wasn't overly salty). The nigiri was extremely fresh and tasty - my faves were the chuturo and aki jake! We ordered additional nigiri - 2 unagi and 1 chuturo and 1 sake - my friend received her 2 unagi but unfortunately the sushi chef just gave me an unagi and chuturo - very unfortunate. We ended the meal with a matcha tiramisu and it was divine! Amazing spot with fresh sushi and attentive waitstaff. Just be sure to check the hours when booking so the experience with the sushi chef will go smooth! read more

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Oh my! Everything was so good and sooooo fresh. Service was great and perfect vibes for good sushi. Please give them a try, if you are craving GOOD sushi this is the spot! read more

Namo - Tuna Shiso and Spicy Tuna - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Nami is good but your bill can build up quick! Our bill was probably high because we ordered these "exotic" ingredients We got the omakase option. The nigiri was good. I like the ankimo that Namo has, they know how to prepare it. Now where I think the bill got out of control was when we ordered the different types of Uni (sea urchin). We got one type where they told us it has to be eaten right away after it leaves its jar of "ocean water" or else it'll go bad within seconds... This couple with other Uni from different areas of Japan really put a dent in our pockets read more

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I loved the intimacy of this spot! I recommend making reservations because seating can be pretty limited. Fish was super fresh and I enjoyed watching everything be prepped right in front of me. The lunch omakase is a good deal if you'd like to get a bang for your buck! Service was great, I'll be back! read more

Tried Namo for the first time and it definitely lived up to the hype. I didn't go for the omakase. Just ordered à la carte and honestly, everything I tried was super fresh and really well done. The space is small and sleek, and I loved sitting at the bar where you can watch the chefs work. It feels elevated but still chill, not stuffy or overly fancy. I ordered a few pieces of nigiri and a hand roll and all of it was great. The fish is high quality, and everything is super clean and simple in the best way. You can tell they really care about what they're serving. Overall though, I'd totally come back. Great date night spot or just a nice treat-yourself meal if you love sushi. read more

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Namo is situated in a cute little shopping area in uptown with indoor and heated outdoor seating. We were seated outside and even in the winter it was very comfortable. Our server was attentive but not overbearing which I really appreciated. I ordered the Koshorita cocktail and it was delicious! For my meal, I ordered the chef's nigiri set, which was bigger than I was expecting. The fish quality was good, but I wasn't a huge fan of the rice - it seemed a little undercooked and soaked in soy sauce. Overall I enjoyed my experience but prefer other sushi restaurants in Dallas at this price level. read more

Namo - Nigiri Set - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This place is a joke. Firstly the sushi itself was good.. but that's it. It didn't blow me away. It didn't make me crap myself later, but that's minimum standard for sushi in my book. Anyway let's get to the point. $300 for about 15 pieces of sushi that I could get for $40 at home in Kansas for just as good or better. Total rip off. It's crappy to spend that much money and leave hungry. This place is for people who think it's trendy to eat sushi and have money to throw at it. There was nothing warm or comforting about it. Service was mid. Also why are you standing over my shoulder while I'm trying to tip? Like go away. Let me tip in peace. Like don't even respond to my post because blah blah blah I don't care what you have to say honestly. Anyway would never go back and never recommend. Also a hamburger sushi? Is this for people who wanna be "bad" and eat something with a little mayo? Gosh forbid... the audacity read more

Namo - Hamburger lol - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Absolutely enjoyed the food and service! Great place, great location, easy parking. Everything was great. The only little issue was the time of reservation and the fact that we were not aware that the restaurant is closing at 2:30 pm. I made a reservation via Resy and the 2:00 pm opening was the starting time. Little did I know they close at 2:30 and reopen at 5 pm. This affected our experience and definitely affected the mood of the chef, however, all of this could've been easily avoided if we were notified upon entry or Resy had appropriate hours. Otherwise definitely recommend this place. It was DELICIOUS' read more

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Can't complain about the quality of the food here. Every bite was great, specifically the shima aji sashimi, hotate sashimi, and masu nigiri. Service was good. Great wine list. Complaints - Namo and Bar Colette play different music very loudly and I found it extremely annoying to have two different songs blasting (we sat outside). - I think you can get sushi just as good at other Dallas restaurants at lower prices, so it's hard to want to come back here. read more

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I was really excited to try this spot but it was a bit disappointing especially for the price you pay for the omakase. The sushi pieces were pretty good and fresh but not super amazing where I would pay $195 per person to go back to. We got the signature namokase and it was definitely not worth the price. The service was okay but the whole omakase experience, I definitely expected more since it's on the more pricier side than some of the other sushi restaurants in the DFW area. Don't get me wrong, the sushi was fresh & good I just feel like there are better places to go for everything combined in one dining experience. The sushi chef barely explained what each fish was and it felt a little rushed. We sat for their last omakase seating at 9pm so it's not like they were that busy either. If we're spending $500 for dinner and drinks, I expect superb dining experience. The restaurant is small and intimate but this was a no for me. There are plenty of good sushi and way better service and experience for the price point! I would recommend going somewhere else or just don't do the signature namokase, not worth it! Won't be going back unfortunately. read more

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Namo is easily one of my favorite dining experiences in Dallas. We sat at the bar, and it was super intimate, the whole dining room seats maybe 18 people, all surrounding the chefs as they prepare the sushi right in front of you. It makes the experience feel personal and special. The hosts, servers, and chefs were all incredibly kind and attentive, and you can tell everyone takes real pride in what they do. Every dish we tried was delicious, fresh, balanced, and beautifully presented. The ambiance is cozy and minimal in the best way. There's also outdoor seating, which looked really nice, but being inside at the bar in front of the chefs is definitely the move if you want the full experience. I'd absolutely recommend Namo and will definitely be back again soon. read more

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The ambiance and our waitress were wonderful, but unfortunately the experience with the uni was very disappointing. The uni nigiri I was served appeared brown and brittle, clearly past its prime, and after tasting only a tiny amount, it was immediately obvious something was wrong. I completely understand that restaurants occasionally receive imperfect product, and I approached the situation calmly, simply explaining that the uni did not seem suitable to be served raw. However, the response from management was surprising. The host asked whether he should "call 911," which felt unnecessarily dismissive, and then insisted the uni was "very fresh" because it had arrived on Tuesday -- despite the fact that we dined on Saturday. Given how delicate uni is, especially when served raw, freshness standards are extremely important. It was disappointing because the atmosphere and service otherwise had so much potential. read more

Namo is a small and intimate place that is not small on service. Waters were filled after only taking one sip, and the menu was explained clearly. The food was authentic and every bite felt special. The fish was fresh and delicious. We did the namokase experience and we don't regret it one bit, was worth the penny in my opinion. read more

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I had sushi in Texas, ya'll...and was pleasantly surprised! Being from LA and having traveled to Japan many times, I was stupefied by the quality of ingredients and the preparation. The fish was fresh and aged properly, the sushi rice was seasoned perfectly, and the nori was served while still crisp. I opted for their nigiri omakase, which wasn't necessarily value-priced comparative to LA or NY, but came with 12 nigiri courses (menu changes, as needed). All were sauced well and served in a timely manner. More than that, the service was excellent from start to finish - from reservations, food and beverage service, and even Allie who runs their wine and alcohol program (she took the time to offer counsel on the other restaurants I had lined up for the rest of the week of my visit). I am very skeptical to read about the negative reviews for Namo - I had an impressive experience. read more

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The hamachi sashimi was my favorite dish here! We were seated on their outdoor patio, which is nice and warm because they have heated lamps. Service was excellent - we were in and out in 30 minutes! read more

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Unagi freshwater eel nigiri very good Spicy tuna new style roll very good Wow wow wowwy read more

Such good sushi!! Great spot for a date or small group dinner. They offer more than omakase, with tons of rolls and sashimi. Highly recommend going! And sit outside - it's so beautiful in the evening and they have great heaters if it's chilly. read more

Namo - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I usually don't leave reviews, but at this price point I think people deserve a heads-up. The fish was fresh and good, but the rice completely missed the mark - oddly warm (this is sushi, not rice balls), balance of vinegar and sugar was off, and served as brown rice without any choice. Brown rice simply doesn't work for fine sushi: the texture is off, it doesn't bind properly, and several pieces fell apart.. With high-end sushi, rice matters just as much as the fish, and here it threw off the balance. The $135 "Namokase" (12 pieces + miso soup/one slice of egg, so like $10-11 for one single sushi?) felt underwhelming. Several items were MISSING staff could NOT explain substitutions, and the uni I was most looking forward to was SKIPPED WITHOUT A WORD. Service also felt rushed - chopsticks were whisked away as soon as I finished, and no decent explanations of the sushi were given. The sake flight was another disappointment: 3 tiny pours (about 1 oz each) for $36.. Overall, the fish quality was good, but the rice, technique, and service didn't justify the $220+ per person bill. The performance behind the counter also felt a bit unfortunate - more like someone imitating a sushi chef than a trained itamae. There are far better and more authentic omakase experiences nearby. Not gonna recommend to my friends. read more

Namo - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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We enjoyed a lovely mother's day lunch here with my in-laws on Sunday. I looked up several lists for best mother's day brunch in Dallas and Namo came up because of its special binchoatan (Japanese charcoal) grill menu. My in-laws ordered oyster, scallop, and lobster from the menu. My father-in-law had the red miso soup, and mother-in-law ordered a seaweed salad. We also ordered shishito skewers. For drinks I started with the hojichata (mocktail) then switched to the Namo nitro tea. Eric R. got hot hojicha tea, and my father-in-law got the jasmine gin cocktail. Eric R. and I opted for the lunch okonomi (set meal). It was a really good deal at $75. First course: Namo salad with daikon, whitebait, microgreens, bonito flakes, and yuzu vinaigrette (Eric swapped this for the seaweed salad with his mom) Second course: hamachi sashimi with serrano and purple potato chip in ponzu Third course: bonito sashimi with garlic chips Fourth course: chawanmushi with ikura Fifth course: nigiri plate with madai, salmon, aji, chutoro, kohada, unagi Sixth course: wagyu beef tostada Seventh course: red miso soup My in-laws loved the lobster the best, which had a yuzu butter sauce. We were given a Namo brownie (nice and warm and gooey!) with ceremonial grade matcha ice cream, plus black sesame and passionfruit mochi for dessert. Service was very nice and we sat outside in the covered patio during a downpour, but it was still a pleasant atmosphere. It would be fun to return for dinner and try other things. I do wish I had ordered uni for myself since I rarely can get it where I live. Itadakimasu! read more

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Yea this place is better than Ginza Onodera. Hard to pick a favorite piece. I wasn't a huge fan of the sashimi but I appreciate the perspective and experimenting they did. But I'm biased, I like nigiri more. The nigiri was absolutely out of control. Hard to pick a favorite, I had the namokase and pretty much every piece was a hit. I had some a la carte to round out my experience at the end. Service was attentive and great. Whole food experience was just out of control. So good. Don't listen to the people who ding this place lower. If you like sushi, go here. Absolutely crushes any LA spot. Easily top 3 for me. I've had a lot of sushi experience. Flavor wise the nigiri and temaki compete toe to toe with any Michelin spot. I did not try any rolls or makimono, I personally do not like those in general, I'm more traditional with my sushi tastes. Skip the sashimi. Skip the rolls. Go straight for the nigiri. read more

Super intimate sushi place located in West Village in Uptown! They have the option to sit inside at the sushi bar or outside on the patio. My boyfriend and I opted for the sushi bar. Everyone there was super welcoming and attentive. The service was superb! Food came out quickly after we placed our order. All the fish we had was super fresh super delicious! My favorite include the scallop (Hotate), Kamasu, Kasugodai, Kuromutsu, honestly, all the fish! All the fish we ordered were nigiri pieces and the chefs complemented each fish with the perfect amount of wasabi hidden under the fish. The only reason why I docked a star was because the rice was a little bit too heavy on the vinegar taste and warm for my liking, same with the ginger. But everything else was a 10/10! Definitely recommend giving Namo a try and walking around the area after to walk the food off read more

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Sat at the sushi bar and ordered the regular omakase course.nit comes with 12 nigiri and one miso soup. There were a few (3 at most) that I thought were okay, but the rest were wonderful. read more

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Stopped in to grab a bite before heading over to check out *Bad Boys Ride or Die* (sidebar: great film!) and ended up finding my new favorite drink--the amazing Japanese Old Fashioned. It was superb. I was a walk-in who got lucky because it was slow at the time, and the staff were able to squeeze me in. However, don't do what I did--I highly recommend making reservations. The place has a very intimate setting, perfect for a date night if you're not into crowds. The staff were extremely polite and interactive, which made the experience even better. The food was fantastic, with the quality of ingredients clearly authentic. I'll definitely be coming back for more! read more

Namo - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Had the most wonderful experience at Namo. The sushi was some of the most fresh and flavorful I've ever had. The ambience is elegant, clean, and intimate. I've had a lot of sushi, but this may be a new favorite of mine. Definitely pricey but worth every penny and will be returning. read more

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Small yet homey restaurant right in the middle of a busy restaurant street. With limited seating, a reservation is a must (especially if you want to actually sit in front of the chefs) The chef's nigiri set was actually pretty good. You get 6 nigiri's and a bluefin tuna roll! Definitely very filling. The yellowtail roll was also good and a large quantity too. I would say though, the quality of fish was good but there was a little fishy after taste. Would come back to try their okonomi or omakase Wednesdays read more

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Namo genuinely figured out a way to get Japan to a little restaurant in the west village area of Dallas. This place will change ur perspective on any sushi you ever eat again. It's amazing; might I say perfect in every way. Really a great price point for the quality of the sushi and I will be returning every single time I need a fun night out meal. Service was also great, the sushi chefs are very helpful and insightful. Wow what a place man. read more

Namo - Great ambiance - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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A friend of mine has been raving about this spot as a hole in the wall favorite of his. BUT it's definitely no longer a hole in the wall!!! Super delicious sushi in a nice setting. Super cute patio and the sushi bar is outstanding. We came after getting drinks next door at Colette (also a must try for pre dinner cocktails). The patio is beautiful and the service is outstanding. We got probably 6-9 different fish cuts and our rookie diners got a couple of rolls. My favorites were the scallop nigiri and the several sashimi cuts we got. I'd try to list them out but of course I forgot! read more

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Our favorite sushi in DFW!! It's consistently fresh and delicious every time we visit. Everything is excellent from the sushi and Japanese whiskey selection to the service. Must sit at the sushi bar! read more

Had an amazing experience for our first time dining at Namo. My wife and I each ordered the Nigiri course because we worried the Signature Namokase might've been too much food but after we finished the Nigiri, I probably could've eaten 10 more rolls, that's how good they all were. Highly recommend sitting at the bar to get the full omakase experience. Both our chef and server were very welcoming and friendly. Definitely a top choice for a date night! read more

Impeccable service, delicious food! Namo is a personal favorite local sushi spot for me. The A5 Wagyu Tostada appetizer is a must. read more

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Fun spot for great service, sushi, drinks and people watching. The app want more characters for my review which is irritating

It's very classy here, moreso than most sushi restaurants. Food was fine, but nothing out of the ordinary (at least, I couldn't tell the difference between local fish and the exotic ones). One downside is that it's a bit more expensive than other sushi places. Yelp has this place at $$ (2 dollar signs), while I'd say it's closer to $$$ (3 dollar signs). Still worth the money, but if you're ordering a lot of food, you might rack up quite a bit of a bill. Our server, George, was very friendly and attentive, but a little too overeager to help us. Our table was right next to the outdoor register, and he kept interrupting us to ask if we had questions about the menu. His CS was great, but I kinda wish he left us alone at times. Otherwise, I probably wouldn't go back due to how expensive it is, unless I had money to burn. read more

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I really tried to be patient with this place, but they ended up seriously disappointing me. It was the last day of a weekend trip to Dallas, and dining here was supposed to be the highlight. Instead, it turned out to be the worst experience of the trip and a total waste of time. There were four of us, and we ordered six new-style rolls, a couple of appetizers, some additional pieces, and drinks. The food was okaayyy--but the most frustrating part of the experience was the delay in getting our food. There was at least a 10-15 minute wait between each roll. We initially ordered all six rolls at once, but when it became clear they weren't going to speed things up, we just asked for the check. I'm not sure what happened here, but it was not okay--and definitely a mood killer. We also ordered 2 cucumber salads and they never brought those out. read more

We were seated on the patio and it was surprisingly pleasant! They had fans going and plenty of privacy guards so you didn't feel like you were sitting on the street. The server team was knowledgeable and attentive. The drinks and food were also delicious! We will definitely be going back. read more

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