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We had an incredible experience at Soto. We went for their 10-Course Happy Hour Omakase. Our waiter was super friendly and provided great insight about each course. The meal consisted of 3 Crudo (2 pieces each), 5 Nigiri, Wagyu Sashimi (2 pieces) cooked on a hot stone and 2 desserts. Every dish had a unique flavor profile and was so satisfying. Both desserts were creamy and refreshing. This was one of the best Omakase experiences we've ever had and a great value at $55.
A great sushi find! We stumbled upon Soto for a sushi dinner one night and really enjoyed it. The nigiri and rolls were both delicious, and it ended up being such a great spot for a night out. We're glad we found it and would definitely go back to try more of the menu!
One of my favorite omakase experiences so far. Pace, timing, selection, aesthetics, quality, and flavor on point. I went ahead and indulged in the $250 premium omakase and did not regret it. If you like uni and a luxury experience with caviar, foie gras, and all the good things, go for the premium. They do not skimp on ingredients. My uni toast (5+/5) was loaded with uni, but it was not so simple with just uni. No, it was topped with caviar and a honey truffle drizzle that complemented the richness of the uni. I was in uni heaven. But let me start at the beginning, where chef started us off with the most luxurious bite (5+++/5). It was an oyster wrapped in o-toro, topped with two pieces of uni, then topped with two types of caviar, and then with the gold flakes on top for presentation. I felt like I ate $50 in one bite, and I knew I was about to have a great experience. I couldn't figure out how to eat it elegantly, so I went savage mode and just shoveled the entire thing into my mouth. All the different flavors exploding at different times was a delight. After that, it was course after course of nigiri, so much so that at one point I was afraid I was getting full, but as I said, the pacing was great because when you think you've had too much, it suddenly slows down a bit for your last 4-5 courses. The wagyu rock was 5/5 amazing - I do recommend putting it on the full 5 seconds per side so that the meat is hot. I mean, it's wagyu - it's hard to overcook. And then the wonderful surprise at the end... the dessert course. We sat at the bar, so I got to watch all the prep. I was wondering what our dessert course would be, imagining some sort of unique dessert twist. But then I saw a new chef come out and immediately start torching giant pieces of foie gras. I stared intently and was sad that wasn't part of the omakase experience. But never fear!! The foie gras (5++/5) turned out to be our surprise dessert because it had a dollop of dark chocolate on it. The meal could not have ended any better. Forget the typical sweet dessert - I'll take foie gras any day. All in all, it took about an hour, which I appreciated. Some of the other omakases take 2 hours or more, which I don't mind, but I did like that this wasn't rushed, but it also wasn't drawn out, since it was just us. Apparently you can get the omakase at any time - went at noon on Sunday. I did put it in my Open Table reservations, so it seemed like they were ready for us. They do have their own parking lot, but it is small, with maybe 10-15 parking spots available. We had no issue getting parking, but by the time we left, people were camped out waiting for a spot. I won't go into all the different dishes - I called out the standouts above, but all the nigiri was fantastic. For those that are underwhelmed by the HRW menu, based on what I had in omakase, it doesn't seem like the HRW is really a good representation of their sushi. I want to go back just to try some of their other non-omakase items. Everything we saw being prepped was chock full of ingredients - they really do not skimp on ingredients, whether it's omakase or regular menu. We also tried the lychee margarita, and man, that was a smooth drink. Pro tip - soak the lychee and eat it at the end. It was so good. The lighting was good and bar seating is spacious. Music was playing but not so loud that we could not hear each other. By the time we left (~1:20 pm), the venue was about 70% full. Service was great - plates removed as soon as we were done. Definitely recommend sitting at the bar to watch the prep if you're doing omakase.
10/10 sushi in Houston. We went for Houston Restaurant Weeks and it was so good that we're going back to try their Omakase! The sushi is super high quality and the service was great. The interior was so cute with very high ceilings inside so it felt good to sit there. Highly recommend for high quality sushi
I went during Houston restaurant week for dinner ($55) I tried two 3 course meals. For the first course I tried the chili hamachi it had a spice to it and the ponzu sauce gave it a zesty flavor. The other one I tried was the medai dai and the mandarin oranges on top of it gave it a tangy flavor. For the second course I tried the sashimi. The king salmon was my favorite. The texture of it was buttery smooth and melted in my mouth. The sashimi also had medium fatty tuna and yellow tail. The third course I tried the mango maki which if you like mango or fruits in your sushi you will enjoy this. However, for me it does taste a bit weird when you mix in sweet and savory. The mango did taste refreshing. The Negi toro maki was a nice bite sized sushi roll. I actually preferred that one over the mango maki. The last courses I tried the beer cheeecake which reminded me of the flavoring from the top of the flan cake and coconut flavors. The other dessert was mango cheesecake and the mango tasted fresh. I tried two rolls that were not apart of the restaurant week special. The first roll I tried was the hamachi apple and the flavors would've been fine if the apple wasn't in there. The apples did give it a good crunch but the tartness from the apples I feel like did not mesh well with the rest of the roll. The second roll I tried was the white tiger with Yuki kombu. It had a thin wrapping on the outside and the inside reminded me of a spring roll except with tuna. The tobiko popped and gave it a little salty flavor to it. The atmosphere of the place was fine. It has a sushi bar, a drinking bar, and other small table around. You could tell the server was familiar with the menu and was knowledgeable on the dishes.
I tried Soto's $25 HRW menu and really enjoyed it! The interior is modern, elegant, and intimate. The Brussels sprouts were crispy with a sweet yuzu soy flavor, although the goat cheese is strong if you're not a fan. The Kaiseki Bento was beautifully presented with thick cuts of sashimi. My favorites were the delicate olive flounder with truffle, Japanese white salmon, and crispy rock shrimp tempura. The lychee mocktail was refreshing with a nice sweet-and-sour balance. Great service, beautiful presentation, and very skilled chefs!
5/5, had a great experience at Soto! Came in for the Houston Restaurant Week (HRW) lunch and had the Sunomono, 5-piece special nigiri, and Yellowtail maki. Pros: - Fresh, high-quality sushi - Excellent natural flavor of the fish and ingredients - Didn't rely on additional sauces - Friendly staff Cons: - Small parking lot with tight spaces - Only one bathroom stall That said, the cons were just minor details and not a big deal at all. Extremely satisfied!
Lovely happy hour spot! They have a happy hour omakase which I was intrigued by but we ultimately just ordered off the menu itself. The 5 piece nigiri was very fresh and $20, which I think was reasonable. Other hits were the toro hand roll and sushi tacos! Not pictured but I got a Shiso lychee margarita which was the daily cocktail on the HH menu and it was delightful. Enjoyed sitting at the sushi bar for a more casual happy hour!
One of the best happy hours in Houston? Probably! The chef's choice 5 piece nigiri is outstanding. Each piece was a delight, with each nigiri bringing a new flavor. Really well crafted and inspired sushi, which isn't normally what you get during happy hour. My favorite piece was the salmon cheek nigiri topped with caviar and gold flakes. Made me feel like I was celebrating my birthday. We ordered 3 rounds of the chef's choice and were stuffed. 10/10, bring ya bae.
Great sushi spot. Been here twice in two weeks. Their rolls are amazing!!! Please get the mushroom risotto!! The service was great, explanations on anything you ask for! Great for date nights or chill girl dinners. Reservations maybe needed on weekends. Valet parking and free street parking available.
I had the pleasure of visiting Soto for their Houston restaurant week lunch special, and I was very satisfied with my meal! I particularly loved the flavor of the Chili Hamachi. The size of the meal was decent too considering it was a 2-course meal. Service was kind and helpful with menu choices. Definitely recommend this spot to anyone craving Japanese!
I finally got around to trying this highly recommended sushi spot and I am happy that I did! A friend and I went for happy hour on a Wednesday night and sat at the sushi counter. Service was attentive and the happy hour menu was a great deal. I loved the tuna w/ truffle and the chef's choice 5pc nigiri. There was a gentleman sitting next to us that was doing the premium omakase and it looked like a banger. He said that it was worth every penny. Looking forward to coming back for the whole shebang!
We tried the Happy Hour Omakase and it did not disappoint. The flavors and selection were amazing and so tasty. Our waiter Tommy was so fun and friendly, super helpful and on point with his recommendations and really made this experience memorable. The restaurant was also very nice and clean. It's clearly a popular spot so very glad we made reservations. We will definitely be back!
A special sushi place here in Houston! Came here for a birthday dinner with a large group and they were very accommodating and the service was great as we all felt well taken care of. The fish felt fresh and the rolls were nicely packed. The rice was beautifully done as well which is a huge part!!! Our favorite was definitely the shima aji with the foam on top (what a fun piece!) and the Kanpachi which had a little chili on top. We ordered quite a bit and were gifted with a bottle of sake at the end of the night. Overall an AMAZING experience as I would highly suggest coming here for a special occasion to really be treated! read more
This sushi spot is amazing, free valet, nice ambiance and high quality sushi/nigiri/sashimi. Went for mostly nigiri and their uni pasta. Their quality co pared to other omakase is pretty on pay with even very high end +$700 omakase and better in many cases depending on the fish. I'd say the only ones I was a little disappointed by was the abalone and eel. Every other piece I tried I was very impressed by, in particular the olive flounder fin and the uni pasta. I'm absolutely coming back next time I'm in Houston! read more
Every single dish we had was 12/10. The chili hamachi was so fresh and smooth and didn't have a fishy taste at all. The little seaweed and fried onion salad on top of it added an extra crunch that was needed! The wagyu gyoza melted in our mouths, and the sauce to go with it was to die for. Everything was cooked perfectly. The truffle risotto was the best because of how creamy the risotto was and how well it paired with the wagyu pieces on top. I would 100% come here again. Next time, I want to order some of the rolls and see how they compare to the hot and cold apps we got, but these were all amazing quality. It's really cozy and intimate inside with mood lighting and a warm atmosphere. While our server was great, the service did feel a little slow with the food taking a while to come out, but we were chit chatting, so it wasn't that big of a deal. read more
2 months ago
2 months ago
everything here is always a 10/10! the sushi is incredible and appropriately priced. i just found out the sushi chef is also the owner and his family cooks there with him, which makes it so sweet! it's a beautiful space as well, i recommend sitting at the sushi bar if possible! definitely ask for greg too if he's there because he was one of the best host i've had in a while! read more
20 days ago
everything was average and highkey didn't wow us. felt rushed to finish. would probs come back to try their regular menu but not anytime soon read more
Soto's probably one of my new favorite sushi spots now. Everyone was so welcoming as soon as we came in. Our waiter was checked on us often and was so patient with our many orders lol. We had so many nigiri's, I can't remember them all. The uni pasta was one of the best I've had. The sushi was so fresh and rich. Every piece was delicious. Highly recommend if you're looking for a spot for girl's night or date night read more
9 months ago
Soto never disappoints. One of my favorite things about dining here is the way Chef Andy creates such unique combinations that elevate the fish without ever overpowering it. We opted for the omakase to fully experience the variety of fish flown in from the Toyosu fish market, and every single bite was a delightful surprise--thoughtful, balanced, and full of flavor. Alex, our server, made the experience even more special with his expert knowledge of sake and his detailed explanations of each dish. Despite not sitting at the sushi bar, the service felt incredibly personal and immersive. An exceptional dining experience from start to finish. read more
Two words: Uni Toast. I literally daydream about this dish. The flavors and textures are unforgettable - pure perfection. Ugh, *drool* Soto delivers every time. The ambiance is warm and intimate, the service is impeccable, and the food is undeniably amazing. After my first visit, I figured out what I loved most, and sticking to those dishes made this visit even better than the last time. Every single plate hit its mark. Flavor, presentation, quality -it's all there. Do you like truffle? What about uni? Foie gras? Do you you love sushi with creative ingredient pairings (not just your standard sashimi or nigiri)? If you answer YES to any of these questions YOU NEED TO EAT HERE. I can appreciate all of these ingrediants and can tell you that the team here does a phenominal job incorporating them into their dishes. Our favorite items had to be the Uni Toast, Truffle Risotto, Chocolate Foie Gras w Sake, Tuna Foie Gras, and Hamachi Carpaccio. Soto is a must-visit for anyone who truly appreciates elevated sushi. read more
Soto Your miso soup was so-so Thankfully the rest of your menu was oh so delightful The night just started and I already didn't want it to end though From your heavenly buttered toast topped with toro and smoked trout roe To your special hamachi, taro chips, and citrusy pineapple Melt in your mouth kabayaki unagi nigiri with Thai basil Oyster shooter dressed with caviar, ponzu and tobasco The white tiger strikes at you with tuna, lemon aioli, and tobiko Salmon belly on housemade paper thin potato chip and micro cilantro The Soto 2.0 akami, crispy ginger, and can't forget the jalapeño Lobster tempura reminiscent of walnut shrimp, IFYKYK If I could, I would rewind and eat everything again in slo-mo And how can we forget the salmon coming out on literal fire, hats off to a delicious dinner Soto Can't wait to come back, I'm eyeing that truffle risotto -Sailor out read more
we did the Premium Omakase for my birthday and sat at the sushi bar and had the best experience! chef andy took care of us and gave us the best dishes. we'll let the pictures speak for itself! we even got caviar and uni bumps topped with gold flakes !!! i'm still dreaming about it. there was not a single dish I did not like on the premium omakase. they boys went heavyyyyy on the japanese liquor so that drove our tab up but for the food, it's definitely worth the price. read more
2 years ago
This review is for their happy hour. I came here with a couple of friends for happy hour, and we all left, thinking this was such an amazing idea and would definitely come back here for happy hour again. The quality of everything that we had was so amazing. These are the items we ordered: -soft shell crab tempura -chili hamachi -madai crudo -tuna w/truffle -spicy tuna temaki -king mushroom nigiri Our favorites that we ordered twice of were the tuna with truffle and the spicy tuna temaki. The spicy tuna temaki was probably the best temaki that I've ever had in my life. There was fish filled all the way down to the bottom of the cone, which I feel like is usually rare because it's usually just rice by the time you get to the end of it. I also like the crispy texture within it too, which I think is fried garlic? I can genuinely say that I would order any of these items again. Everything was so high quality and flavorful. I would also like to come back for dinner to try other menu items or even the omakase. read more
3 months ago
Soto is one of my favorite sushi places in Houston. All of their fish is very fresh and creative. I would highly recommend their potato chip salmon sushi- I would never imagine that those ingredients pairs well together but it is incredible! The owner was incredibly nice as well! She knew it was my birthday so she brought over sake to share with my family! It was such a wonderful birthday celebration read more
8 months ago
I love soto, the vibes of this place are nice and clean. It can get quite loud and hard to hear your partner. But I had some issues with the check and the manager took care of us so nicely! Highly recommend! Food was amazing, the chef's choice of sashimi was amazing. read more
4 months ago
3 months ago
Me and my husband decided to go here for our wedding anniversary! And I'm so glad I picked this spot. With my recent interest in vegan and vegetarian sushi I checked Yelp for recommendations and found out Soto has their own vegetarian menu. I made a reservation for 6pm Saturday however I knew I'd be late so I gave them a call and they were super flexible said I can move my reservation to 6:30. When we arrived either you do self parking on a street or valet, it just seemed easier to do valet for us. We entered and were quickly seated. The second we entered I loved the ambiance! It was dim lit, intimate and service was amazing. We were given the menus and learned happy hour on the weekends ends at 6:30 and we got there 15 mins early so we quickly picked what we wanted. I was a bit sad to learn there were only two vegetarian options on the happy hour menu however I knew I needed to try both- Naspura Maki - eggplant King mushroom nigiri For the drinks we picked the daily cold sake. My husband ordered literally only off the happy hour menu since it was so cheap and they had so many options! Before the food even came out, we were given hot towels to wash our hands with! After reviewing the vegetarian menu and the regular drink menu, I decided to order the : Brussel sprouts Avacado Yum yum roll Nasupara roll Chilli Yasai I looked on their drink menu and didn't see any cocktails that peeked my interest- I like more carbonated fizzy drinks. I asked what suggestions they had and the waitress recommended a few things but I settled on a lychee martini, virgin since I don't like gin. My husband got a Japanese old fashion. One by one our food started coming out, they explained everything to use including what ingredients were in each dish when serving. Here's my review for each dish- Brussel sprouts- so crispy! Tangy, flavored so well, had garlic butter melted in your mouth. I don't typically like brussel sprouts but I had a feeling they knew how to flavor it so well it was delicious!!! Avacado - good, creamy because the avacado, wouldn't say very memorable but still flavored well!! Yum yum roll - I've never tried a sweet potatoe roll before this was my first time and it was good, for some reason I was expecting it to be cold but the sweet potato portion was warm! Nasupara roll - eggplant same thing, warmer than expected, also good! not my favorite since I don't like eggplant too much King mushroom nigiri - for someone who doesn't like mushroom the waitress recommended this one to give a chance and I was so glad I did, the mushroom was so flavorful, didnt taste bland, chewy in the perfect texture way. Really good for someone who doesn't like mushrooms Chilli Yasai - my favorite!!! So delicious, the presentation was beautiful, crispy on the top ( not even sure what it was topped with) but had chili and the chili was not overpowering with spicy, literally on the milder side which I loved! Flavored so well for vegetarian sushi. I was very surprised. Lycee martini- I normally order lycee sake at Japanese places but they seem overpoweringly sweet, this lycee virgin martini was different, you can tell it was all fresh! No syrup no fake flavoring. Japanese Old fashion - woah! I really don't like whiskey but tried a sip of my husbands old fashion, so GOOD! It was tasted cinnamony to me, kind of spicy in a way but didn't burn when going down, the whiskey was so smooth. I think had to be the best old fashion me and my husband have ever had. Very good! Cold sake- came in two shot glasses, tasted super smooth, we've never had sake that was so good. Honestly hits you in the face in 30 mins. Turns out it was really strong but did not taste like it at all. My husband did have multiple items I didn't review on here since I didn't try them but he thought every single one was delicious! Overall, we loved this place! The staff is so knowledgeable and the chefs are very talented. Highly recommend for anyone who loves sushi!!! Our bill came out to be around $150 but for the amount of food we ordered was a really decent price. Really recommend coming before 6:30- for happy hour, I think it might of saved us atleast $85-100. So so good!!!! read more
2 months ago
2 years ago
Soto is just an overall amazing experience, it's not one that you should dine and dash for but actually sit there and be present with your table and server. We were brought in because of their omakase and was not disappointed. We had nothing but time and we didn't even realize that 2+ hours had passed as we enjoyed each plate and display presented to us. Everything just MELTS in your mouth and was really beautifully done. The ambiance is dressy casual - you don't need a fancy dress or coat but definitely dress like it's your first date lol read more
2 years ago
My wife and her mom did the omakase for her mom's birthday, and it was the best omakase they have had, and the best overall dining experience my wife has had in a long time! Went for lunch on a Sunday, and the service was impeccable (they were also essentially the only customers at that time - lunch is a great time to go). Turns out the sushi chef, Andy, was the owner. He was *incredibly* nice and hospitable, explaining all the dishes to my mother-in-law in their shared native language, and interesting to converse with. The omakase was decadent, from fresh wasabi to caviar and the fattiest tuna and Japanese muskmelon... Both my wife and her mom enjoyed the experience immensely. Would definitely go back for omakase. read more
Soto is the best. I'm a regular for dinner, and certainly splurge. I'd love to be a regular for lunch, but If I pound Nigiri like I do at dinner time it would break the bank for a lunch meal. But ... They've added a great new lunch "Kaiseki Bento" that is like a Bento Box, but more. You get 4 pieces of sashimi, 2 premium Nigiri, Rock Shrimp and Shumai hot bites, a sushi roll, and two composed sashimi bites along with a salad and their awesome Miso Soup. I talked them into turning my sashimi pieces into nigiri as I prefer nigiri. Everything was awesome just like what Soto puts out every day, and the lunch was only $28 bucks. Seems like a bargain to me!! Now I'll visit more often for lunch. read more
10 months ago
We were a party of 3 on Friday and had an amazing sushi dinner with several courses of nigiri, specialty rolls, drinks and desserts. Soto is a high-end restaurant and the dinner was worth every bit of the $600 we spent. HOWEVER - After taking one bite of my tiramisu, I noticed something moving on the top (see video). There was an odd shaped worm on top. We were told that the worm was "from the mint garden". It was such a non event for them and so quickly dismissed - we were shocked. We were given a 15% discount on our bill. I'm not sure that we will be returning even with the excellent sushi and our server was amazing. In my opinion, manager did not handle this situation properly in order to retain the patrons they are seeking. It might have been a simple "worm from their garden" to them, but it was a MUCH bigger deal to us. They did not restore my confidence in the quality of what we ate at all. read more
11 months ago
Easily the best sushi in Houston! We've explored many places, and the imported fish from Japan here is unbelievably fresh. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the quality. We ordered several items from the menu, and our waitress recommended the nigiri. We tried the toro nigiri, and we were so glad we did--absolutely the best we've ever had. The chefs clearly specialize in nigiri, and it shows in every bite. The ambiance is contemporary with a sleek, modern Japanese style. The staff was professional, friendly, and made the experience even better. Loved it! Can't wait to go back. read more
6 months ago
10 months ago
Love Soto for lunch on Saturday. Bento Lunch Special is one of my favorites. Never unhappy with the generous spread. Yummy delicacies that enhance one's palate. Must try! read more
Fun party vibes along with good quality fish. Open for lunch and the staff is super friendly and accommodating. Chef Andy has a great sense of humor and I would love to come back for dinner when the lights are dim and the music turns up. My date recommended the Brussels sprouts and they were amazing. Ask for the fresh fish of the day, you won't be disappointed :) read more
3 months ago
3 months ago
Soto was a gem of a find for me and will become my go to sushi restaurant in Houston. I was in the midtown area and was advised by a friend to check it out so we got here at around 8:30 on a Wednesday. The parking lot is small and they do have valet but they work for tips so that wasn't too bad. We walked in, got seated immediately in the back corner (at my request). The restaurant had lambent lighting which was perfect and the atmosphere was just right. Our waiter came over and provided us with a vegan/vegetarian menu. We got several bites for the table such as the lightly Battered Served w/Tentsuyu and vegetable tempura as an appetizer, Chili Yasai and Kinoko Truffle for our rolls. Everything was fresh and came out relatively timely with the exception of the Chili Yasai. That took a while to come to the table. Everything was good, and the desserts topped it off for me. The passionfruit tart is a must have!!! I enjoyed the experience and our waiter was excellent. Shoutout to him for also pronouncing my last name right upon first try :) read more
Wow. Just wow. Absolutely stunning. I have to say this has to be one of the top dining experiences I've had in Houston...and I'm a native Houstonian. Big thanks to Zain R. for giving me this recommendation for a date night. Our reservation was for 7:30pm on a Saturday night. While other sushi restaurants inside the loop were completely booked weeks in advance, Soto surprisingly had an open schedule and this makes me think they fly under the radar, because this was surely a gem. I'm generally not a fan of valet parking but this place has complimentary valet that was quick and seamless. Given that it's right off Westheimer near the Montrose area, this is to be expected. I ordered us the regular omakase experience, which is 18 courses for $150 per person. They also have a premium omakase for $250 per person, but the regular was excellent for us omakase first-timers. Upon Zain's recommendation, we sat at the sushi bar, which was totally the right call. The chefs interacted with us and chatted it up as they prepared our courses. As we watched them prepare some of the dishes, we'd nosily ask what they were making and the chefs happily explained the dishes and even some background too. Shoutout to the head chef, Chef Moto, for being so cool and making our experience so great! And the chef di-rectly in front of us, Chef Ben, was really fun and being in his early 20's, mastered the art of sushi. The regular omakase featured a wide variety of dishes, from sushi to wagyu steak to tempura. Some of their signature dishes were included on this, like the salmon over fire, lobster tempura pops, and chocolate foie gras. My favorite of the omakase was the salmon over fire - basically raw salmon filets placed over a mini spit for cooking atop a plated fire! Super unique and a fabulous presentation, definitely went on my Instagram. In addition to the omakase, we ordered a few extra dishes off the menu - because it was a popular daily special, chef's recommendation, or we were tempted seeing it at a nearby table. Among these were the nodoguro nigiri, ikura guncan, and toro yukke. The ikura guncan is salmon roe topped with salmon - the salmon roe reminded me of popping boba. The toro yukke was a salmon tartare - very similar to French beef tartare, but salmon, and topped with an egg yolk. This one was the true winner of the night out of all the dishes I tried. The flavors were so complex and took my tastebuds through so many profiles - salty, savory, and hint of sweetness. Just wow. Our server Cindy was excellent from start to finish. She attended to us from the time we sat down, bringing us hot hand towels, to the time we left, constantly coming by and checking on us, refilling our wine and making sure we were content. She thoroughly explained every dish she brought out to us, and was knowledgeable about some of the dishes we saw at other tables and were curious to know more about. While refilling my water at one point, Cindy accidentally over poured, but was super apologetic for the mess and made it up to us with Japanese whiskey shots. With this kind of treat, I almost wished she spilled more water! For drinks, we ordered a bottle of Loveblock sauvignon blanc. While looking through the wine menu, we were conflicted between the Loveblock or the Duckhorn sauv blancs. Cindy offered to bring us a sample of each, which I totally did not expect. But it definitely helped us decide on the Loveblock, which was the lighter of the two and we thought would pair better with the sushi, which it totally did. Additional extra touches we totally did not expect. I indicated on the OpenTable reservation that we were here for a date night. After all of our courses? They brought out a cake birthday dessert for us - not sure if it had anything to do with the reservation, or if they were just being totally nice. The owner, Chef Andy, also came out to the counter later and chatted it up with us. He was super knowledgeable but humble - I never would've guessed he was the el jefe around here! After talking to us, he offered us another Japanese whiskey shot, which he took with us too. And upon my partner mentioning he likes gin, Chef Andy brought around a Japanese gin that he poured a sample of. Free shots - what a vibe! Again, just wow. This was over a week ago and we are both still left awestruck from this experience. I'm hooked on omakase now - knowing how great of an experience we had here at Soto, I just want to keep coming back since I know the menu changes, but also know that Houston has so much more to offer in the omakase world. It will be a tough call for next time whether we want to come back or branch out. But one thing I know for sure is that we'll be back sooner than later because their happy hour menu looks awesome. Thank you to Chefs Moto, Ben, and Andy for an unbeatable date night experience we are still talking about today! read more
7 months ago
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2 years ago
When chef Andy said trust me the omakase is good ... then there's not much left to do but to enjoy the wonderful curated sushi. We had a wonderful meal and appreciate the great hospitality. We will be back for more in the near future. read more
Ambiance was very luxurious. Dark and not loud music made it perfect for a date night. Service was top-notch. Honestly, it's the best service I've had in a long time. More impressive was their quality of omakase. It was worth every penny considering the quality of fish, meat, and meal in general. It is 18 courses! Flavors were complex and well harmonized. That being said, I personally felt greased out toward the end because all these high-quality fish and wagyu were very fatty, but I hear that's what omakase is all about - expensive stuff, lol. I would 100% recommend to others and come back myself to try their other dishes. read more
3 years ago
I used to say I don't like sushi. What I should have been saying was... I haven't had the right sushi blow me away! I am officially a sushi convert. The restaurant itself was not overwhelming. Quiet, chic, balanced space in a nonsuspecting building on Westheimer. It has its own parking lot, that was a plus. When we arrived for lunch we were led to the bar. Food, I'm going to do the best I can to describe but honestly we just point and called out different dishes that sounded good and went through at least 15 different dishes. Everything was spectacular!! From the crispy rice with the mash on top to the fried tempura shrimp that popped in your mouth! Gosh, I'm drooling thinking about it. We watched the chef make every single item with care and it was very interesting. The fish was fresh, the flavors were popping... the only downside was the dishes came out very slow. Took over an hour to dine, but I see why... we bolused the chef with orders and he made each one meticulously in front of our eyes! You really can't go wrong with any of the selection, I hate that I can't describe further but we ate in cloud nine. Check out my photos for descriptions! I will be back! At a point I put my phone up, stopped taking pictures and just enjoyed my meal. Yummy! read more
1 year ago
Love to eat the omakase here at the sushi bar on a date night. They have two choices of omakase a regular at 150 and a premium at 250. We try to go during happy hour and take advantage of the 20% off at the bar and get a bottle of sake. The regular omakase is a perfect choice if you are new to sushi but feeling adventurous. It's like placing the dinner on cruise control with a stream of pleasant surprises arriving on repeat. Everything was so good! Prefer this place above all the others we've tried over the past few years. Don't miss it. I would recommend sushi bar for the best service. read more
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224 Westheimer Rd
Houston, TX 77006
Midtown, Montrose, Fourth Ward
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