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Nobu Houston

3.5 (557 reviews)
Ultra High-EndSushi Bars, Japanese, Asian Fusion
Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
Updated a few days ago

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Mochi Ice Cream
Ashton E.

Nobu is good for the price. We went for houston restaurant weeks and it's okay. Not my favorite sushi in Houston but I enjoyed the meal.

Chicken Teriyaki
Keith W.

I was at a meeting and we had a group dinner. Yellow tail with Jalapeño. The shashimi salad with Tatatki was good. An interesting combo. We had a plate of assorted sushi rolls. The rock tempura creamy spicy sauce was very good. Reminded me of creamy sweet potatoes. The grilled chicken teriyaki was very good. I would have liked to have had the soy sauce and wasabi earlier. Over all service was decent. I would give it a 3.5

Slow Roasted Short Rib
Jacquelyn C.

Came in on a Tuesday for HRW and it was an alright experience. The HRW menu was not bad, but service was a tad slow and inattentive. For my first course I ordered the tuna sashimi salad which was pretty filling and quite refreshing. For my second course I ordered the black cod butter lettuce. The cod was nice and tender, but a bit too sweet for my taste. My friends ordered the white fish tempura which I thought was better--more suited to my palate. It did take quite awhile for the white fish tempura to come out and they ended up serving the third course around the same time they received their tempura. As for the third course I ordered the short rib which was very tender and flavorful.

Black Cod Miso
Maddie W.

Nobu Houston is a great spot for a special occasion. The food was incredibly fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, and the ambiance felt upscale without being stuffy. The staff was also very knowledgeable about the menu. Portions are definitely small for the price, but that's expected with this type of dining experience. Service was a little slow at times, and parking/valet was a nightmare and actually made us late for our reservation.

Nigiri (they put wasabi in it) didn't know that was traditional
Allyson S.

I wasn't overly impressed with it! The vibe is super nice in there, and you are not too close to any other table. You can see the chefs in the kitchen, which is neat and every time they seat a new table they servers and chefs something in Japanese, that means welcome! So that is pretty neat. Dress code - I don't believe there was any because men in my party had shorts and sneakers on and also saw people in T-shirts/joggers. Everyone was super pleasant that we met there. We loved our server. For the food, it was good, but not great and I do believe the food is slightly overpriced. My boyfriend had someone else's hair in his rice! Everything was super fresh and I don't mind paying a premium for that, but this was overly premium in my opinion. I got nigiri, Wagyu tacos, crispy tuna rice, and the cappuccino dessert. The other people in the party got the tasting menus. My best bites were the spicy crispy tuna rice, and wagyu tacos. Wagyu tacos were just ridiculously priced though $42 for two small shells however they were bursting with flavor so I did appreciate that! But $42 is highway robbery. Best bite for dessert was the cappuccino (some sort of miso ice cream with cappuccino foam) or something like that. And then mochi. I have had a lot of mochi in my life, and this was the best piece of mochi that I've ever had! Super fresh. I would come back here if I had a group coming here, but I wouldn't go out of my way to come again!

Frances S.

The food at Nobu taste so amazing! The service is great, the food presentation is nice, the food is cooked at a great temperature. I love the dimmed dark vibes when dining. They have a great selection of food and drinks to choose from. Martin and I always enjoy coming here.

Nancy N.

This is a late review as we visited last year on Valentine's day. Came to Nobu to experience their omakase, which didn't feel like an omakase at all. You're seated at a table where you do not see the chefs prepare your courses. The food was good but not amazing, I would've been content eating at another sushi place for a way cheaper price. I also don't think the price matches on the amount of food you get for the omakase (and taste). The atmosphere is nice but that's about it. I've been to a few other omakase in Houston and rather spend my money there than here. Haven't been back since.

Tasha F.

I had another amazing buffet experience at Nobu. The Sunday brunch had a variety of fresh sushi, along with salmon, steak, waffles, desserts; there was so much to choose from, and everything I tried was delicious. The mimosas were great, and the vibe was nice due to the DJ playing good songs. We were seated right away, and parking was easy with no issues in the lot. The location is super convenient, right near the Galleria Mall entrance, so it's perfect if you want to do some shopping before or after brunch. The waitstaff was courteous and very attentive. Just a heads-up, be prepared to spend a good amount on this brunch. It's definitely on the higher end. That said, the quality, service, and overall experience was exceptional.

Shrimp  risotto
Tony H.

For the price of this Sunday brunch, I expected much more. The food that was available was good, but the overall selection felt limited, especially the sushi, which barely had any variety. The biggest disappointment was that the experience did not match the cost. On top of that, there were portable A/C units running inside the restaurant and way too many flying bugs around the dining area, which made the atmosphere feel uncomfortable and poorly maintained. A brunch at this price point should offer better assortment, better ambiance, and much more attention. And service was basic.

Jemyra I.

It was a cool spot just to say you've been. My favorite dish was the miso cod. It was definitely the highlight of the meal. The atmosphere is cute and the drinks were decent. That said, the portions were on the smaller side and we were still hungry afterward.

Yellowtail Belly
Amy T.

Atmosphere awesome. Service perfect. Food - Huge letdown. When the best food is the edamame we have issues. The spicy cucumber salad was great also a 8.8/10. Spicy edamame was 9/10. Next we had the yellowtail belly nigiri. Served at room temperature and had not one bit of flavor. Tasted literally nothing. Two rolls were ordered and the salmon was bland. Rock shrimp tempura ordered. Had some flavor. Crust was good. Sauce all in bottom on lettuce. So it definitely was not the meal that we were dreaming of having at Nobu.

Toro Carpaccio Truffle
Zen M.

Went to Nobu Houston for my birthday and had a great time overall. The ambience is really nice, definitely more casual and relaxed compared to Nobu Malibu, which I actually enjoyed. The sushi is fresh and the quality is there, so the pricing feels justified. That said, if I'm being totally honest, I still think the LA location has better-tasting food. But this one is still very good in its own way. My favorite dish was the miso cod (always a win), and my husband really enjoyed his food as well. Overall, a great spot for a special occasion in Houston.

Salmon cut roll
Alyssa C.

Tried their happy hour on a Saturday (love that happy hour is 7 days a week). -- only available in the bar / lounge area At 5:30 pm on a Saturday, there was no wait (quick to be seated) Food: Cut roll - 3/5 decent, nothing special but pretty good price for Nobu Miso cod - 4/5 great flavor, a bit tough to eat with the lettuce but a little pricey (we ordered 2 orders -- each only comes with two pieces) Shshito peppers - 4.5/5 great flavor and deal ($9 on hh) Hamachi crudo - 4/5 very solid and fresh (not fishy at all!) Crispy rice - 4/5 would've been a perfect 5 if the ratio was a bit different (there was not quite enough tuna). Additionally, the sauce was more of a honey sesame than the expected eel sauce (different but not quite as good) Overall, would return for happy hour (seems like a great date spot for happy hour). Around 7 or so, it seems to get a bit more crowded on the weekends. To avoid the valet, parking is close in the Saks lot / structure (purple).

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Where's the best place to park?

They have valet. I think that is the safest bet.

Do i need to make reservations?

You might want to especially on weekends. Makes your life easier because they get booked up fast.

What's the difference between the Seasonal omakase ($85) and the Signature omakase ($125)? Is it more food? Or is it the same amount of food just "higher quality"?

Can I wear jeans with a nice top?

Absolutely! All Nobu restaurants are casual chic.

Any vegetarian and vegan friendly dishes? Looking for a place to celebrate a birthday

If your party is restricted to vegetarian or even vegan option then I do not recommend this place at all - it's a Sushi place and this indicates that their prime offering is fish and seafood. They have options but the offering is slim.

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Akiko

Akiko

4.4(38 reviews)
0.6 mi•Galleria/Uptown

I was here on January 16, 2026 and Just wow! Walking in the restaurant is located in a nice strip…read moremall area and the inside has a nice vibe. I can't not wait to come back to Katy to experience more of what Akiko has to offer. For some people it could be very overwhelming as you don't know where to start. Now for me...I was a little intimidated at first but after asking the waitress what she suggested...she steered me to a few rolls and items I should give a try. And I opted for a few items off their $7 menu of fatty salmon and tuna which both melted in your mouth. I was sad they didn't have ocean perch a single as I really wanted to try a new fish. I also, grabbed an order of spicy edamame as I have to have some veggies when I dine out. The roll I finally decided to get was I can't remember the name right now, but had all my favorites: salmon, tuna, and cream cheese. I also had nigiri yellowtail as I can't go eat sushi without having my yellowtail fix. I really wish I had (3) stomachs as I wanted to try a few more rolls. But after the Cabernet Sauvignon (3) glasses and the nigiri rolls I had I was too full to consume anything else. I can not wait to come back because it was so much more to partake and try that I know I will have to make at least 3-4 trips to go through the entire menu.

The food was good , everything looked very clean !…read more I got the spider roll 710! The shaggy dog 6.5/10 ! The soup miso was 7/10 The ginger was a bit dry or old but other than that I really did enjoy my food . Service was good .

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Sky Diver Roll

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Hachi

4.6(114 reviews)
0.2 mi•Galleria/Uptown

Went to Hachi for a birthday with the family. As always, Houston traffic is horrible, so we were…read morelate, but it was really easy to change the reservation time online. Arrived approximately around 6PM. It was not too crowded, but the room filled as the night went on. It's a small but spacious restaurant. Service was prompt and friendly. We opted for the omakase and we additionally got the koji chicken off the happy hour menu. The omakase is 18-courses, but is not super heavy. It included 3 single bite style appetizers, 13 pieces of sushi, A5 wagyu, and foie gras. Everything was delicious. The appetizers were great bites with good seasoning. The sushi were long pieces with small amounts of rice and already prepped with soy sauce and wasabi, that they recommended eating with your hands. The flavor profiles were great and they also had some seared versions too. The fish was smooth and buttery, no fishy taste, with some great fatty cuts. You don't feel extremely stuffed by the end of it and it is a bit pricy for $165, but overall a fantastic experience. We also got dessert and that was great. Not too sweet. They even gave us a free flan for a birthday gift! The plating is beautiful and service was impeccable. Definitely a must try! Will have to come back and try their à la carte items!

Hachi offers a great happy hour deal with five pieces of chef's-choice nigiri for only $20, so I…read morehad to stop by and try it. They weren't busy during happy hour, which made it easy to grab a seat at the bar and get served quickly. Each piece of nigiri was beautifully presented and tasted fresh. For only $20, it's hard to complain--this is a deal I'd happily come back for.

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Hachi - Salmon and Salmon Belly Nigiri

Salmon and Salmon Belly Nigiri

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Kira

4.6(115 reviews)
2.8 mi•Upper Kirby

We had such a great experience at Kira! The food was beautiful, fresh, and absolutely delicious!…read moreeverything we ordered was presented so thoughtfully, and the sashimi was especially fresh. The dessert was also such a fun way to end the meal! One thing I really appreciated was how accommodating they were with our requests. My husband's doctor has him doing a strict 2-week low-sodium diet, so we asked if they could put the sauces on the side. We're honestly not usually picky customers and felt a little bad asking for modifications, but the staff was completely understanding and happy to accommodate us. They brought everything on the side so he could control how much he used, which made dining out so much easier for us. It's those little things that really make a difference. We never felt like we were being difficult or asking for too much. Beautiful food, great presentation, and genuinely accommodating service. We'll definitely be back!

This was my second time visiting Kira but the first time I was successful eating here. I tried to…read morevisit for lunch when they first opened but was turned away since I didn't have a reservation. I would say that was a little off putting but I still wanted to give it a try. I waited a few months to try again and I was able to walk in for lunch. There was only one other patty there so it was pretty dead. They asked me for my phone number to seat me which I would have preferred to just give my number vs my personal info but I didn't fight them on it. I opted for the lux hand roll selection and a glass of white wine. Food was good, a tad pricey. I think it was about $100 for lunch. I would go again and maybe try something different but nothing super spectacular stood out. Felt a little sterile and without warmth.

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Nobu Houston - sushi - Updated October 2026

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