Awesome thanks experience... Annie the manager and Karina our waitress were both amazing. The food and entire experience was exceptional. The sushi staff is awesome. The salmon on fire is fun but doesn't actually taste better. Wagyu gyoza was amazing!! Ask for the real wasabi... worth the $10! read more

Went to Soto on a Saturday night right around happy hour! First, they have complimentary valet, which helps for parking. We made a reservation for the sushi bar and it's actually quite fun to interact and sit next to the action. Service was good and quality of the seafood was on par with other top spots in Houston. The scallops and foie were on point. read more

Soto - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

IG: adventures_in_eating_ Easter lunch with 11 courses @sotowestheimer Fish flown in every two days from Tsukiji Fish Market in Tokyo, Japan. Thank you William, Robert, and our other beautiful table host (that I forgot to get her name). @sotowestheimer is known for exceptional taste & quality, accompanied by impeccable service. If you have not venture to Soto, I highly recommend it! I was on a road trip and saw this through friends feed. I had to check it out once back in Houston! We tried: Salmon over fire Sayori (Japanese Half Beak) Kurumutsu (Japanese Bluefish) Kamasu (Red Barracuda) Managatsu (Butterfish) Iwashi (Japanese Sardine) Kama Toro (Premium Fatty Tuna) Kanpachi (Amberjack) Hirame (Usuzukuri) Masu (Ocean Trout) read more

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Had the most amazing experience with Andy at the counter. Top quality sushi and even better service. Will be back for sure. read more

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My favorite sushi restaurant in Houston. Very good sushi and service. Very good service also

I've always had a good experience at Soto. Each piece of nigiri is an experience within itself. Service and atmosphere are superb. Workers are thoughtful about the pacing of the food and the order that things come out. I've been to this location twice now and look forward to coming back again. Ordered items: Brussel sprouts - goat cheese was strong but overall very good Spicy edamame - flavor of spicy sauce was delicious Shisito peppers - did not try this Salmon over fire - aromatic, great flavors Chili hamachi - melted in my mouth. Hefty piece of meat Crunchy salmon roll - yummy Nigiris: Kanpachi - slightly chewy but interesting Managatsuo - flavorful, delish Madai - zesty, one of my faves bc I love madai Ivory king salmon - looked white which initially surprised me but the ivory made sense. It was good. Kinmedai - smoky and flavorful Hirame - my favorite of all. Spicy, salty, yummy Shima aji - a little chewy but good Scallop - sweet and zesty Anago - I loved the flaky flavor and that the bbq-ness and sauce wasn't too much Chutoro - as expected, buttery and delicious Everything was good. I don't really have anything bad to say except if you wanna eat in a hurry you should tell your waitress to pick up the pace! And if ya hungry and broke, don't come here hahahahaha. read more

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Food was fantastic! I frequent this place during the week as it always offers delicious options along with the nice dim lighting. It's great for date nights and has nice cocktails, lashes a good time. read more

Great service, authentic food, in a cosy atmosphere! Everything is exceptional. Surely I'll come back. read more

Soto - Wagyu Risotto. - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Came with a group of 8 and we all did omakase. I give the food and service 4 stars. There were a few things I really wanted to try that weren't part of the omakase but our waiter was able to accommodate changes for us. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. What killed the meal was that it took just about 4 hours to get everything. We would have a couple courses come out at a time then have to wait 15-20minutes for more food to come out. By the end of the meal everyone was exhausted and over it from the waiting. read more

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Soto is the new kid on the block in terms of premium contemporary sushi experiences in Houston, hoping to compete with the Uchis, Katas, and MFs in town. The place is helmed by chef Andy Chen, who opened the Austin original in the early 2000s, and he is joined by former Uchi head chef Yoshi Katsuyama to offer a variety of small plates and bites showcasing fish flown in daily from Japan. My wife and I were gifted a $200 gift card (we ended up spending $300+...), so we had high hopes when pulling up to this sleek building on Westheimer. The space inside is dark with tall ceilings, a bustling sushi bar at the back, and a liquor bar off to the side. The first thing we noticed immediately was that the place was LOUD. I don't know if it's the acoustics of the room or if there were too many tables packed closely together, but it was rather cacophonous, which isn't ideal for a fancy date. We started off with drinks. My wife's Earth + Honey (mezcal, tequila, shiso honey, yuzu, honeysuckle, egg white, bitters) was an extraordinary balance of floral, sweet, sharp, and complex. Bravo to whoever invented that. I opted for a double of Mars Iwai whiskey with ice. I was expecting a single cube (probably should have specified), but it came instead with a giant ice sphere, which would've been fine if the drink hadn't been allowed to sit and dilute before making it to the table. My second glass of Shinobu pure malt fared much better and would recommend. We ordered a la carte, so I don't remember everything. But here's what I recall for review purposes: Salmon Over Fire - heavy on spectacle and mediocre in flavor. Basically salmon sashimi dressed with microgreens and draped over a fire. I didn't get much of the advertised raspberry chili flavor. Not worth it for $14. Hon Maguro flight - a $40 four-piece journey through a bluefin tuna, from least to most fatty. Consistent with the other nigiri rolls, the slices of fish are on the smaller side, even for a high-end spot. The last roll -- the kama toro topped with gold leaf -- was actually quite chewy due to sinewy tendrils of fat creeping throughout. One of the middle two pieces were probably the best, given the right mix of muscle and fat that melts in your mouth. Softshell Crab Tempura - one of the best bites of the evening. Pungent, crunchy, full of seafood-y essence. Nigiri - most of these were actually quite good and unique. They make innovative use of toppings (yuzu zest, shallots, black pepper, etc.) and some of the fish is cured and/or torched. Our favorite by far was the eel, which was incredibly complex and delicious. Possibly the best I've ever had. The savory king trumpet nigiri was also surprisingly bomb, with a rich and meaty chew. The Scallop is also worth trying. White Tiger Roll - this pairing of tuna, cucumber, avocado, and lemon aioli was not especially memorable and likewise on the smaller side. I think if I went again, I would focus entirely on the nigiri, since that's where they seem to shine. 3/5 is admittedly a bit harsh given a lot of the dishes were legitimately great, but this high of a price point demands near perfection without any culinary or service missteps. It's still early in Soto HTX's life, so perhaps my next visit (preferably during happy hour!) will impress me more. read more

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I was beginning to bore of the upscale sushi experience and was hesitant to try yet another fancy sushi spot, but I was pleasantly surprised by an amazing eating experience that has revitalized my love for some good sushi! I've recently visited some spots that you leave upset that you spent so much money on something that wasn't really worth it so that also added to my wariness. Soto is worth every penny, though! We had a lovely waiter who provided excellent service, which is always a necessity for 5 stars. The cocktails were boozy and delicious. Our food was so creative and fun to eat and it was coursed out impeccably! It goes without saying that we thoroughly enjoyed every bite and crumb of our food to the highest extent (until something else comes along to blow my mind even further). It doesn't seem like you can really go wrong if you order things you know you like and I would dare say to try something out your comfort zone here because they seem like they can make anything taste delicious. I can't wait to go back and try some more of their menu! Edit: I read someone complain about the time they spent at their large group omakase and I will add myself that we (husband and I) were there for 2 hours ordering things ourselves and we didn't realize how much time had passed until after the meal. Wasn't a bummer for us but it's something to consider! read more

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Really enjoyed the sushi here. Fish is very fresh and clean. They have some unique presentations and dishes and most were excellent. We just found it a bit overpriced. read more

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Found this new gem one night and loved it!!! We had some vegetarians in the group and really appreciate the input of our vegetarian server. First, they have a vegetarian sushi menu!!! Omggg! The brussel sprouts were so good, that we got a second order. The kinoko truffle was by far all of our favorite roll. It was our first time there and they also treated us with their classic potato chip sushi! Super nice!!! We will definitely be back! read more

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Great ambiance, excellent service, and it was so easy to book a reservation last minute on a Friday night. I'm already dying to come back to try other items on the menu. Apps: --Hama Chili - (5/5) Yellow tail topped with delicious crispy thin fried onions. Very refreshing and fresh. --Grilled Chilean Seabass - (5/5) Flakey, soft, buttery but crispy on the edges with sweet miso sauce topped with onions. I literally fell in love with each bite. It was cooked to perfection! --Softshell Crab Tempura w/ Pan Fried Egg - (3.5/5) He enjoyed it, but for me I don't like the insides of crabs, crawfish, anything gutty. And the insides were gutty, but I enjoyed the crispy legs with the fried egg. Slightly tangy from the sauce I believe. --Miso Soup - (2/5) For the size and the flavor, it was not worth it personally. There was no flavor at all. --Torched Toro Truffle - (2/5) I did not taste the truffle whatsoever, the roll itself was just mediocre and a tad disappointing. I felt that there was this aftertaste to it that I did not enjoy. I did like that it had the cucumbers in there to give it a bit of crunch and not just a mushy roll. Nigiris: --Kinmadai - (5/5) A little firm which is what I like, it was fresh and the toppings made it even better! --A5 Wagyu - (3/5) Very raw, chewy, but you can tell it's fresh. There wasn't much added to this to build up the flavor. --Foie Gras - (4/5) I was hoping the foie gras was torched a little but it was still good. Soft and buttery topped with delicious sliced truffle. --Botan Ebi - (5/5) I expected to have the head of the Ebi, which I asked and the girl never came back to answer my question. I didn't eat this but the bf said it was good. --Ivory King Salmon - (5/5) Definitely a must get. The torched salmon was a tad over cooked but the flavor was all there, especially truffle. --Nama Hotate - (3/5) didn't eat this either, but he said it was good, had a little aftertaste to it though. Needed something extra on there to cancel the aftertaste. --Spicy Scallop Gunkan - (4/5) I asked if they had spicy chopped scallop and this was their concoction of what is closest I guess. Tempura flakes with spicy Mayo and they HAD to top it off with some eel sauce which I am not the greatest fan of BUT it wasn't bad. I would have enjoyed it more without the eel sauces. Drinks: --Shisho Lychee Margarita - (5/5) Refreshing, citrusy, cocktail that you can barely tell it was tequila in there. --Earth + Honey - (3/5) Me no like mezcal, definite pass for me, but if you like that Smokey flavor then this will be a drink for you --Demon Slayer - (5/5) Sake went down very well, it was strong and it got me right! read more

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I'm definitely adding this place to a growing list of Japanese/sushi hotspots in town! From the start, Michael was extremely engaging and helpful with his service. All of his recommendations were spot on and he was perfect in his suggestions after hearing our different nigiri preferences. The starters were mostly great, namely the Lobster Tempura and Shishito Peppers. The only forgettable dish of the bunch was the Chili Hamachi, which really didn't have any flavor or heat at all. All of the nigiri options we had were fantastic, with the Chu Toro, A5 Wagyu, and Potato Chip standing out above the rest. The Soto 2.0 hand roll was a nice complement to everything else and a great amount of spice for us. The Uni Pasta was ok, but wound up being a little too fishy for us in its flavor profile. The Crispy Sushi Rice might've been the most unique dish of the night. It wasn't at all what we were expecting, but we were still pleasantly surprised. The entire meal ended on an amazing note, as the Stout Cheesecake was absolutely delicious. The cake and ice cream were both independently and collectively tasty. While I loved when this building was Bistecca, I can happily say I'm more than ok with the change. Will definitely be back! read more

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Soto is a new, modern sushi restaurant that first opened its doors in Houston in the summer of 2021. It's an export from Austin (2 locations) and helmed by chef/owner, Andy Chen. Yoshi Katsuyama, former head sushi chef at Uchi Houston, also joined Andy's permanent team. Soto is known for their luxe 18-course omakase menus that feature fish flown in directly from Japan's Toyosu Fish Market. My wife and I reserved a spot at Soto a week in advance on a Saturday evening. When we arrived, we saw that they only offered valet parking, so be prepared with cash for that. The restaurant itself is contemporary with sleek lines and seats 97-people. They have a main dining room, sushi bar, a separate cocktail bar, and a back room which could be used as a private dining area. The restaurant was packed when we got there. We ordered some cocktails to start the night: +Shiso Lychee Margarita (shiso infused tequila, lychee liqueur, and yuzu citrus blend) for $14 - 4/5 +Earth + Honey (reposado tequila, mezcal, shiso honey, yuzu, honeysuckle liqueur, egg white, and bitters) for $15 - 4/5 For the appetizer, we ordered: +Truffle Edamame for $7 - This edamame was good, but I'd avoid ordering this. 3/5 We wanted to try the 18-course omakase for $150. *If you're not familiar with omakase, this is commonly used at high-end Japanese restaurants where the customer leaves it up to the chef to select and serve seasonal specialties. Although I loved many of the items, the main highlights for me included: +Chu Toro (medium fatty bluefin tuna) - 5/5 +Housemade Potato Chip (salmon belly, truffle, lemon aioli, micro cilantro) - 5/5 +A5 Wagyu on the hot cooking stone - 5/5 +Chocolate Foie Gras (with 8-years-aged sake, dark chocolate, kabayaki, and almond) - 5/5 We ended the night with dessert: +Green Tea Tiramisu (chocolate, berries, and matcha reduction) for $8 - 4/5 Overall, Soto was a fun experience. Our dinner ended up being 4-hours long! They are currently understaffed, so the courses do come out kind of slow. I was with good company, so time flew by pretty fast for us. The restaurant is a bit loud with so many people packed together, but it wasn't unbearable. The drinks were nice and boozy, and most of items from the omakase menu were amazing. I would definitely recommend checking them out! read more

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With its high ceilings and relaxed interior, Soto was fun to try out-- whether you sit at the sushi bar or at a table, you'll feel like you're in a sushi restaurant that's not quite like the rest (in a good way!) :) The sashimi quality is on point, similar to Uchi but the service took eons (which caused some lapses in the food) to the point we had to cancel the rest of the order (including a surprise dessert for our friend's going away!!) because dinner stretched past 3 hrs and we had an event to attend. Started off on a high note with the oysters that tasted super refreshing and sweet with the watermelon, and my sushi connoisseurs said the tuna foie gras was really unique and delicious :) We ordered quite a lot, so notes: 1. King trumpet mushroom nigiri-- super buttery and with a meaty consistency, one of my favs. 2. Shiitake mushroom nigiri-- also flavorfully marinated but super chewy and less delicate than the king trumpet. 3. Ivory salmon-- they touted this to be rare and extremely delicious~ if you're a salmon-flavor fan, you'll miss the taste of salmon in here. It's subtle and creamy but I wouldn't have known it was salmon if they hadn't told us. 4. Scottish salmon-- my favorite bite of the night! Can be raw or seared, and the seared version still had that melty texture. 5. Sweet prawn-- the tails were very sweet (a little too much for me) and a bit slimy. The shrimp heads were also fried up and served 15 minutes later, so they were cold and a bit oily by then. Wahhh sad! Our waitress was very nice and apologized saying they were slammed and that it's usually not like that, so it might be best to check Soto out on a weeknight! Otherwise you might get hangry during your meal.... I actually ate more food when I got home, haha~ The parking lot is tiny so plan on using the valet. I would still come back to try the uni pasta and truffle risotto on our order that never made it to our table, as well as more nigiri. The interior is a great place for date night with sushi bar and dining room seating! read more

Such a cool idea experience. You have to do it! Best sushi I've ever had. Highly recommend. The tuna flight was my favorite!

An incredible experience from the ambiance, service, cocktails and food. We sat at the sushi bar so we had a front row seat to watch the chefs at work and wow - the precision of every plate they send out is immaculate. We were going to do the Omakase ($150/person; 'Premium Omakase is $250/person) but decided to essentially create our own. We ordered 10 different pieces of nigiri and while everything was fantastic and so fresh, the standouts were the Hamachi, Ora King Salmon, Chu Toro (better than the pricier O'Toro), Kampachi, A5 Waygu and the Foie Gras. All pieces are 'dressed' so you don't need soy sauce. For non-sushi/starters, the Chili Hamachi and the 1/2 dozen oysters on the Japan Express Menu were also great! For cocktails, the Shiso Lychee Margarita was definitely the favorite. Earth + Honey is good too if you're into Mezcal! We also had the 'Dreamy Clouds' Nigori sake that was chilled and unfiltered and I would recommend that as well. *The end of the meal was my favorite part and I would go back solely just to eat/drink the Chocolate Foie Gras that comes with 8 year aged sake. Please do yourself a favor and order it!!!!!!!* It's pricy (our tab was over $450 for two people) so unfortunately this isn't a place most people can frequent but I would highly recommend the splurge when possible. Tips: Make a reservation in advance!!!; Parking is (complimentary) valet only. The gentlemen prefers cash but does accept Venmo; Restaurant is a little hard to spot as the verbiage is on a big rock by the door rather than on the building but it's contemporary looking on the outside and next to a law office. read more

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I've been to the location in Austin, so I'm well aware of majority of their dishes. The atmosphere once arrived was quite welcoming and staff were very attentive. I would say the service from start to finish was memorable especially when one server went out in the rain to give the valet my ticket. I appreciated that very much! I came here with a friend knowing that this location has just opened up. We ordered the following: Salmon over fire Uni pasta Softshell crab Nigiri including hamachi, uni, anago, unagi, foie gras, salmon, king salmon, and so much more... Trust me, we tried majority of their selection! Although salmon over fire was amusing. Great for photos, and the 10-15 second rule should definitely be limited down because my salmon was no longer sashimi. The flavor was good, price was much for two pieces . Uni pasta texture was similar to soggy ramen noodles. The flavor was good but there was no actual uni on top or anything to indicate. The soft boiled egg was a great addition but overall, very mushy Softshell crab was interesting. Very soggy and the fried egg was very average with it. I didn't enjoy that one very much. Nigiri: in my opinion, I didn't like the sashimi with the chives. I felt like 3-4 pieces of different nigiri had chives. Whether fried or topped or marinaded on top of my fish. I lost the flavor of the fish and tasted only chives. There were so many that the flavor of the green onion over powered my mouth and it was difficult to move on to the next item. I wish they gave ginger to us so we could clean our palet. Foie gras was underwhelming. Very oily and the rice itself fell apart. Uni with caviar definitely could've been better. The quality of the uni was subpar. Tasted very fishy and old. Snow crab tasted not very fresh. As if frozen previously and presentation looked old. Some ups: unagi, madai, otoro, yellowtail belly were not bad. I really wanted to love this place. Unfortunately, with the price to quality, it fell short for me. overwhelmed with chives, underwhelmed with my experience. read more

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We came here with a a party of 7 for omakase. It was really nice and a pretty cool experience. Our server was so sweet and nice. She definitely made our night. At the end of our course she asked our party which one was our favorite and she actually gave us a that complimentary sushi! She was amazing, I will never forget her. The food was pretty good in my opinion. This place gave me the best wagyu I've ever had. It actually melts in your mouth. My favorite was probably the salmon sashimi and how they prepared it. I wasn't able to take a picture of everything because everything was taking a little long. One thing that was a little problem was probably how long it took to prepare the food. I understand it probably took awhile because we had a party of 7, but the longer they took, our table slowly became full because we're waiting for each course to come out. We came there around 6:30ish and didn't leaving until almost closing time. Overall, we could come again whenever we are back in town! I wasn't able read more

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I was anticipating Soto's opening when I drove by randomly one day and noticed they were occupying the building across from Pling. Finally found time to come in and try them out! Arrived on a Sunday evening and was sat at the sushi bar, didn't look too busy but I would probably recommend reservations just to be safe. We ordered a couple of items from the hot kitchen, one of our absolute favorites was the Grilled Chilean Sea Bass! The fish was cooked perfectly and the flavor was amazing. Uni Pasta was a bit underwhelming though, I wish the pasta wasn't so soggy, but flavor was still good. For the sushi, we ordered quite a bit of nigiri. We were thankful that the chefs coursed it out for us so we weren't too overwhelmed with all the nigiri pieces on the table. Plating was magnificent and stunning! My only complaint would be that the nigiri pieces we got were a bit smaller compared to the table next to us. Otherwise, everything else was very good and we enjoyed our time there! read more

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Our takeout dinner from Soto was just OK and definitely not worth the price tag. Perhaps we would've like it more had we dined in, but the takeout was a little blah. The chicken karaage was fine, though I didn't love that it had a ton of batter and not a lot of meat. The different sushi rolls were just OK, though I did like the wagyu gyoza. Overall, the food was just OK. read more

The best and most unique pieces of sushi! They truly have the best dressed nigiri and carry fish that isn't seen anywhere else in Texas. Andy is incredible and fun! Overall the food here is so unique I haven't been able to find a place that compares. read more

Came for my birthday and it was the absolute best experience. I chose to do the premium omakase and I regret nothing! From the first course of a uni shooter to tuna that literally made me cry this meal was amazing. The entire staff was immaculate. The chef even got me a few rounds for my birthday! I was smiling the entire experience. Will definitely be back! read more

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Soto has amazing sushi and service, and also has a romantic atmosphere. They have omakase options but my boyfriend and I just ordered mostly from the happy hour or main menus. We arrived at around 6 on a Monday, just before happy hour ended at 6:30. We were seated immediately. We ordered: -Chili Hamachi on the happy hour menu (which was so fresh and the presentation was very unique with the fried pepper slices and seaweed) -Madai Crudo they had on the happy hour menu (which had citrus with every bite of fresh fish, *chef's kiss*) -the Hamachi Apple roll (which had some sourness from the apply to compliment the fish, very unique) -White Tiger Roll (the most saucy and maximalist roll we ordered; it is not everyone's cup of tea but if you like those "extra" types of rolls, you might like this one) -Negi Hama Maki on the happy hour menu (we liked this one so much we got it twice) -Spicy Salmon Maki on the happy hour menu (we also like this one enough to order it twice) -Brussels Sprouts (yummy with the goat cheese and walnuts) -Hamachi nigiri, Akami nigiri, and Nama Hotate nigiri (I loved them all) -Green Tea Tiramisu for dessert (the cake is served in a cup that sits on a bowl of green tea; each spoon of cake you take is meant to be dipped in the green tea--really good!!) Our server was super attentive and I absolutely loved my experience here. I would love to come back and try the omakase. And when Dry January is over, I'll finally give that Lychee Martini on the menu a try. Parking situation: valet read more

Best sushi and sushi chefs in Houston. Period. Yes, I love the other sushi spot down the street but Soto's offerings from Japan are better and the vibe and customer attention is exceptional. It's been my go-to for years and finally decided to post a review. Thank you Andy for bringing your passion to Houston. read more

Great sushi spot with plenty of options and a full vegetarian sushi menu! Located right off w Westheimer there is a connected parking lot with valet. The service was swift and the servers were very polite. Overall I had a great experience and the sushi was flavorful. Will definitely be back to try the rest of the menu! read more

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It took A LOT of convincing from my co-worker (she raved about this new spot in H-town) for me to give Soto a try again after such a horrific experience with the location in Austin (feeling the racist treatment - which was never addressed by the restaurant management). The space was standard sleek looking for Montrose area, and the host and waitstaff members were all professional! We ordered items from different sections of the menu to have a good sample: - Fire salmon: one of my co-worker's highly recommended dish, and she loves it. I was not a fan of the cooked vs raw mixture of this dish, and did not think it was flavorful enough. - Kinmedai (Golden Eye Snapper): absolutely GREAT! I would recommend to order this if the cut is available on that day - you will love it! - Homemade Potato Chip: apparently a house special - and I really wanted to love it like my friend did, especially the truffle attempt was cool. But the salmon was just meh to me - if they substituted the salmon with the Kinmedai - I would call that heaven! - Hon Magura flight: My request - since I was intrigue to have the cathartic experience of climbing the stairways to heaven as I progress with the Toro cuts. The Akami (leanest) was forgettable, but the Chu Toro was a burst of pure joy! However, the O Toro did not have such an impact, and the Kama Toro was good, but nothing more. Overall, I'm glad I did it, but I would highly recommend ordering just the Chu Toro if I ever come back. - Hamachi Apple: surprisingly one of my favorite dishes of the night! The salad was well-combined, and the hamachi & apple were such fantastic combination! Maybe because I am such a sweet tooth, so the crisp sweetness of apple did not bother me. I do see how it may not be the same for everyone! - Truffle Risotto with A5 Wagyu: Something I had griped with the Austin's experience, which repeated itself here in Houston - the risotto was PHENOMENAL - one of the best I'd had! But the A5 Wagyu was a bit tougher and chewier than what I would associate with Wagyu. My co-worker said it was more tender and melt in her mouth the last time she had had, so I am not sure about this inconsistency. - Passionfruit Cheesecake: Another one of my favorite dishes of the night. The cheesecake was dense, but the fruity and refreshing taste of passionfruit balanced it out. It was a good end to our meal. Tl;dr: A new modern sushi spot in town trying to rival the likes of Uchi and Roka Akor. I'd give a 3.5 stars, but not 4 stars at this point. I'd probably come back for another try. Highly recommend the Kinmedai, Chu Toro, Hamachi Apple, Truffle Risotto (NOT the "Wagyu"), and the Passionfruit cheesecake. read more

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In trying a new sushi restaurant, I usually get the chef's selection of nigiri. You get nigiri, bc the rice is half the portion. If even that is off, who cares about the rest? We got a 10 piece, chef selection nigiri combo. One positive, get here early and order that before 6:30p. That makes it $40 per person, not the prices of $7 on average per piece off the regular menu. So we get 10 pieces each, most flown in from Japan or somewhere else far. The whole flight was bland. There was a sauce on every piece that smothered their individual flavors. On top of this, every piece had some extra bits out on top. I got used to this from Ka in the heights, but there everything makes sense. This place, the toppings made everything more complicated. This place gets 3 stars thanks to the happy hour pricing on crazy exclusive fish flown in read more

Soto - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Ambiance was nice, owner was the best part. She came around and met every table when I was there and she was so kind and funny, it felt very personal. Everything that we ordered was very fresh and delicious, but the pieces of fish were smaller than what I'm used to at my go-to high end sushi place for the same price. I also saw a cockroach run right by my feet to the table next to me and it was kinda funny. read more

We ordered the regular omakase and it was very good. Each course came out timely, the fish was fresh and delicious, and the service was good. We liked every course. The toro, wagyu, and foie gras courses were standouts. The restaurant is tastefully decorated inside, with a sushi bar and high ceilings. One downside is that there isn't really any parking other than valet. read more

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Went for my niece's birthday for lunch today. We had great time and enjoyed every single bits. Service was great! Chief Andy talked to us and took pictures with us. That was a memorable birthday celebration. We had premium omakase read more

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Eating sushi shouldn't be complicated. Simplify your life, get ready for an epicurean adventure and order the omakase. I've had the omakase at Uchi and Roka Akor but Soto knocks it out of the park. The staff is friendly, the restaurant is on the smaller side but tables are nicely spaced out and feels intimate. Overall a wonderful experience and looking forward to my next visit. read more

Soto - By the front entrance - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Went to Soto for lunch, and got the BRUSSEL SPROUTS-Fried & Tossed w/Goat Cheese, Walnuts & Yuzu Soy (highly recommend ) UNI PASTA Sea Urchin, Poached Egg, Truffle &Truffle Salt (very yummy) The Dragon Roll (highly recommend) And the CHEF'S CHOICE CHIRASHi which was a lot of food and very good! read more

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Pretty great place. Good happy hour if you can make it. The sushi is fresh and served with grace. The ambience is also nice, definitely date worthy. Parking is also good since there's complementary valet. I have no complaints here and would come again. read more

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Wow wow wow! Everything was amazing! This is hot & new joint. This is closest thing to Kata Robata. But with Austin twist! In a good way! So excited new addition to Houston food scene. Starters: Chili Hamachi 5/5* Smoked tuna truffle 4/5 Salmon over Fire 5/5* Wagyu tataki 5/5* Nigiri: Scallops nigiri 5/5 Ocean trout 5/5* Sake salmon 4/5 Cured Bluefin tuna 3/5 Madia Sea bream 5/5* Foie Gras Truffle Nigiri 5/5* Santa barbara uni 5/5* Rolls: Tuna truffle roll 4/5 Hot dish: Uni pasta 4/5 a5 Wagyu Truffle risotto 5/5* Dessert: Green tea tiramisu 5/5 read more

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Had a wonderful dinner at Soto Houston. The food and service were both outstanding. Alec was our waiter, and he could not have been better. He was assisted by Cassandra, who was in training, and she did a great job as well. Try the Japanese oysters, which were delicious. This is a place I highly recommend. read more

Super fresh, creative dishes, great happy hours selection, great drinks, will definitely go back.

Came in for lunch on a Friday and was seated very quickly. I love the atmosphere in here, great for a first date or something intimate. The wagyu gyoza is delicious, we ordered assorted sashimi and split a roll and everything was super fresh. If you are looking for a unique, quality sushi roll or dish this is a great spot. Pricing is on the higher side but I do feel like it matches the quality, balance of meal, and level of experience from the chef. read more