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    Taizzi Sushi - Memorial

    4.3 (436 reviews)
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    Crab Puff - 4pc
    Brittany B.

    You know what I crave after a 2 hour workout? Pizza, sushi, and anything and everything Nutella. Especially after 9pm, Taizzi has the sushi craving covered. Other than the ability order late, their sushi selection is pretty impressive and affordable. Although they do not offer uni or otoro, they do offer plenty of nigiri & sashimi options. So much so, that I tried a few items I'd usually pass over. My order of 6 nigiri, crab puff and miso was a little over $25. Tbh, I'm not sure I received all of the nigiri I ordered (I seemed to receive 2 squid and 2 nigiri of another white fish instead of the red snapper I ordered), but everything was well packaged! The food iteself, well there were hits and misses. Crab puffs were served as little wonton pockets, and the sauce was unconventional (maybe I was given the wrong sauce). In addition to my nigiri, I received 2 sauces beyond the traditional soy sauce- one spicy, one citrus (yuzu maybe). TBH, I wish there was a bit more instruction or I was less green in my sushi game because I had no idea what to do with them or which fish they paired with, but alone each sauce tasted delicious. As far as quality cuts, they left a bit to be desired and the salmon roe nigiri was briny (as expected) but extremely salty. That being said, my few additional bites were satisfying. It's very possible that I'm to blame for this experience since ordering near closing may have affected the quality of the fish, so I'm certainly up to give them another try, in the daytime.

    Cherry A.

    This is my go to all you can eat sushi spot for either lunch or dinner! I recommend getting anything with tuna, the seaweed salad is delicious and the tempura is light and crispy! Be sure to come with a big appetite because you can eat one of everything on the menu and be satisfied! And don't miss the green tea mochi if you want to stay up all night and if you enjoy sleeping definitely up for the strawberry mochi. Five out of five will return.

    Hot Sake $7
    Janevieve P.

    Awesome sushi spot. Went for HH. They brought out a little pickles bite. The HH prices only on food but a great deal. Also if you arrive just before HH they will let you order at those prices for an hour after the clock runs out. Obv we did à la carte but for $30pp there is an all you can eat option with drinks and dessert incl. Great variety and three regular rolls or hand rolls for $12. $1 nigiri and miso soup. Great service and ambiance.

    White O
    Alexus N.

    One of my fave places, and I've debated on leaving an updated review with less than 5 stars... And here it is. I've always said, if something is perfected, and it gets expanded and bigger, the quality and service won't be the same. Here is the proof. I've ordered takeout many times here and I will deliberately show up 20-30 minutes after ready time and my order will NOT be ready. I'm not sure if this is to prevent no shows, but these are pre-paid orders via Uber Eats/Door Dash. When I've had a long day and just wanna pick up sushi, it's exhausting having to wait an additional 20-45 minutes after an estimated ready time. This is every single time over the past year. I've been supporting Taizzi since before Covid in Katy. I'm overjoyed for their success with 2, and now going on 3 locations. However, the service and quality has not been the same. Tai (Owner) no longer makes the sushi, which is okay. However you can tell the rolls are not tightly rolled and the cuts of fish are all over the place. It is what it is... the main suggestion here: dine in is the better option.

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    Khang D.

    I went to this restaurant with my friends. Even though they said they were short staffed, the food came out pretty quick. They have plenty of options from raw to cooked food. I highly recommend getting mango mochi for dessert. AYCE after tax price is around $40, which is average. The restaurant got full very quick, so I do recommend y'all go early to get a table. You can order food in tablets now. They have pictures of the dishes on them. The store has a cozy atmosphere and very clean; however, I don't recommend bringing kids due to lack of space to run around.

    Seared Y/S Salmon Sushi

    This is THE best sushi restaurant that can be All You Can Eat or Al a Cart to go for a quick bite for lunch with your family and also a good date night with someone. I have been here countless times and this place never disappoints. Their service is very awesome! Kind waitresses and clean bathroom (Unfortunately I couldn't take a photo for the men's bathroom but I will say it was sanitary and clean with a surprisingly good smelling soap!). The restaurant is kid friendly, has a sort of relaxing dark, quiet environment all the while playing calming and joyful music, which can ease your mind after a long day from work. The restaurant includes multiple TVS that are mounted to the walls. As for the food, their quantity and variety of foods includes lots of things like California Rolls, Tempura, and Seared Y/S Salmon Sushi. My favourite part of this restaurant is their absolutely delicious Seared Y/S Salmon Sushi. In conclusion, this restaurant includes a big quantity and variety of foods, a wonderful ambiance, respectful and hardworking staff, and lastly and clean and sanitary bathroom. I would definitely recommend trying this place out. P.S: Joel the server was very great helping us and bring our food to us!!

    Spicy Tuna Hand Roll, Spicy Salmon Hand Roll
    Vi D.

    Taizzi is my family's favorite AYCE sushi spot. Fresh sushi, great service - what's there not to love? My most recent visit was on September 28 for a birthday celebration. We had a pretty large group of 13. Reservation cannot be made on the weekend so we went for early dinner at 4pm to avoid the crowd. Service was great as usual, food came out fast. Towards the end of our meal, they got busier so we waited for quite a while for the bill to be taken care of. Their selection of sushi and sashimi is phenomenal! The appetizers are also incredible. Besides raw items, they also have short ribs, udon, and other hot items which is great for the little ones in my family. I personally love handrolls so spicy tuna & spicy salmon handrolls are my go-to. One thing I would mention though, food items from multiple individuals might be plated together. Sometimes it caused confusion for us, especially when multiple people order the same thing. It's not a big deal if everyone is doing AYCE, since you can always order more. But need to pay attention if a few is ordering a-la-carte.

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    Tish P.

    I don't know what took my friend so long to tell me about this place! She kept mentioning the $1 sushi, and I was thinking how good could it be??? Well apparently, it's a special they do a certain time of year, $1 nigiri and I was wrong...it was good! So many variety on the menu with the exception of a few items not included in the special. It's easy to go IN and I'm sure they're banking on it. Fresh and tasty. We ordered so much (3 of us) and split the bill of $75! SHOCKETH! Now while the sushi was good, I ordered some shrimp fried rice and it definitely wasn't. And I learned by my friends that hot sake is not for me but that fried ice cream definitely is. We got the matcha and I got a bite; wanted to snatch the bowl lol. The friend that recommended asked about some free ice cream so I got to try the chocolate as well. The service was good, no issues. One even cracked a couple jokes. The restaurant is in a shopping plaza so not that big. I think friend said the $1 special runs through Aug or mid Aug. idk when it starts but definitely worth finding out.

    Mickey D.

    We have been coming here since it first opened, and we still enjoy it today. They have upgraded the light fixtures and tablet features, making it more convenient to order AYCE options without having to wait for the servers. It's a fantastic idea! The sashimi is always cut thick and fresh, and everything comes out hot for the baked items. I have never had a negative experience here. It's definitely one of my favorite spots for AYCE dining, and the prices are great, too!

    Ahi Tower
    Stephanie H.

    I went again last night with friends and wow they've even added a touchscreen ordering system at every table, which is a game-changer! The waiter warned us that food was going to take a bit longer than usual to come out, which we appreciated so we ordered more at once. The food didn't take too long to come out though and everything felt fresh. We love the variety of options Taizzi offers from appetizers to dishes and soups to of course sushi/sashimi and rolls. Definitely a chill ambience great for catching up with friends.

    Beef Bulgogi & Garlic Fried Rice
    Adannaya I.

    Came here for a quick lunch date with friends before church and I'm so glad to add this to my list of sushi spots! We ordered the garlic fried rice, the shrimp fried rice, beef bulgogi, and the chicken katsuyu which were all great. The start of the show was definitely this sushi roll (but I can't remember the name omg). But it's actually the best sushi I've had in a while. It was filling, and juicy, and just good! We ended up taking most of our food to go and we were shocked by the portions! Like the whole to go plate was packed. Overall the food is great, super filling, and super worth the price. I'll be back for sure.

    Sweetie K.

    What do you do when you ask about your order and the server says it went to another table? ‍ I placed my order and was left hanging! After driving almost 5 hours from Dallas to Houston, I was starving. My cousin found this restaurant on TikTok, so I was excited. My family and I sat at two tables to order different dishes, but here's the issue: I arrived at 8:33 PM and placed my order at 8:40 PM. By 9:25 PM, still no food! When I brought it up, the owner thought I was joking, even asked my age, and called me a "you baby" (I'm in my late 20s!). This was especially disrespectful considering I had just given him my card to pay for the entire bill, which ended up at $488 for 10 people! For this price, the service was definitely not worth it, and food was kinda meh too. The restaurant wasn't even busy! Only Joel was helpful in trying to get us our food. We're a family but sitting at different tables for a reason--table numbers and ticket order exist for a purpose! It's ridiculous we have to raise our hands and speak up just to get our food. I will never come back!

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    The sushi here is fresh and delicious and the AYCE makes it possible to try new things for an affordable price.

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    What is the latest pricing for AYCE for dinner? That includes Sashimi.?

    I believe it was $36 for full menu for dinner

    Is it a ALL YOU CAN EAT like Katy store?

    it will be but because of the shortness in staff- theyre doing togo orders only as i understood it... hopefully they open their doors soon!!

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

    I thought Aiko delivered a really memorable meal. Overall I'm giving this place 5 stars -- the…read morequality of the fish and the execution were excellent -- though personally I did find the progression of courses a little rich toward the end. For context, Aiko is part of the same group as Doko (their sushi omakase concept) and Handies Douzo (their handroll-focused restaurant), and you can definitely see the overlap in technique and flavor profiles across the restaurants. We went for the Valentine's omakase menu. The meal started with the Oyster Duo. One had a yuzu granita and aguachile that was bright and refreshing, while the other had a roasted onion soubise with smoked trout roe that leaned richer and more savory. Nice contrast between the two. One of my favorite early dishes was the chilled zaru soba. The buckwheat noodles had a great chewy texture and the mentsuyu broth was light and refreshing with mirin, mushroom, and seaweed notes. It was a really nice palate reset. The smoked ocean trout sashimi (masu) was another standout. It had garlic aioli on top with oil and black pepper, and the tomato added a crunchy brightness that balanced the richness of the fish. It's a simple combination but worked surprisingly well. The temaki course was excellent. The snow crab handroll had this creamy mayo texture with chili and crunchy shallots, and you can tell they roast the seaweed sheets right before serving because the nori had an incredible crunch -- honestly some of the best texture I've had in a handroll. It reminded me a lot of the style they do at Handies. For the hirame crudo with pomegranate and shiso, the flavor was good but a bit more subtle. I think the pistachio really helps that dish; without enough of it the flavors felt a little muted. I know pomegranate and pistachio is a common flavor pairing for middle eastern cuisines. My partner has a tree nut allergy so they removed it for both of us. The wagyu fat rice was very indulgent. The first thing you taste is the wagyu fat, but the fried shallots and other crunchy elements help balance it out. The sauce reminded me a lot of something you'd get at Doko -- rich but very satisfying. Adding fried rice in between fish courses was an interesting choice from the chef, but I think Aiko aims to be more western fusion than a traditional Japanese omakase. The tuna trio was fantastic. The chutoro with negidare (garlic, sesame oil, scallion) was probably my favorite bite of the night -- super flavorful and perfectly balanced. The foie gras course leaned sweet and savory, almost like an eel sauce flavor with some crunch on top. Delicious, but by this point in the progression I was definitely feeling the richness of the meal. Dessert was a milk tea tiramisu that I thought was really interesting. The mascarpone layer had a tartness to it -- almost like there might be a little sour cream mixed in -- and one layer had a subtle salty note that balanced the sweetness. Overall, the food quality was excellent and the fish was clearly very fresh. My only minor critique is that the progression of courses skewed a bit rich for my personal preference, especially in the second half of the meal. That said, every dish was thoughtfully executed and there were some truly standout bites. If you enjoy creative omakase with some richer flavor profiles, Aiko is definitely worth trying.

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    Arrived at Himari today and really did have a great experience! It is a small setting but it left a…read morebig impression! Sat at the bar and ordered hot saki and sparkling white wine as an added kick( both were great by the way), and then for starters we got a crispy tuna roll, which was very good, ( tuna on a bed of fried rice cake cut into rectangles , with chives and trimmings on top) order of the chicken karage , that was fried to perfection, spicy / juicy goodness and everything you want from fried chicken!, and lastly got the nigiri sampler with premium pieces of very fresh , melt in you mouth sushi! And all of this was available at happy hour prices because we got there before 5, except for the chicken karage and sparkling wine! Service was also STELLAR! I will be back for sure!!!

    There's seating outdoors, inside at the sushi bar, tables, and more seating upstairs. I noticed…read morethat they used machines to give proportionate amount of rice for the nigiri and rolls. This is nice to have consistent amounts of rice for each dish. I do wonder if this would make service slow or not because it did take awhile to get our food. There were a lot of to go orders and the way they package the items looked top tier. I did see they had a reasonable price for omakase for 2 ($95). This alone I think is worth trying this place out. However, I was not hungry enough for their omakase. I don't know if the machine played a roll in it but the seaweed was a bit soft and got stuck onto the dish. This made the quality of the rolls disappointing. The fish tasted fresh but I think the flavors and ingredients overpowered the fish. I would have liked ingredients that would elevate the fish and make it stand out as the highlight of the rolls. However, I thought they did a good job with presentation in each dish. I tried the rainbow row and that was a bit hard to eat because the seaweed got stuck onto the wooden board. I also thought the menu didn't reflect all of the ingredients that were inside of the rolls. They list the main stuff but not everything else. For example, I noticed that there was asparagus inside of the rainbow row but it isn't listed. For that reason I'd give it 3 stars. I wouldn't order this again. The next item I tried was the yuzu kissed and this was my favorite out of everything I've tried. I do think that it was missing something that would balance out the citrusy flavor but nevertheless it was still tasty as long as you don't douse the fish in the sauce, 5 stars. I also tried the Wagyu pitchfork and I think something that would've made this taste better would be a sauce maybe like an eel sauce. This would also get 3 stars for me. The spicy tuna roll was 3 stars for me and it was more so of the texture of the tuna. The tuna felt like it was stuffed in the roll and was like a soggy texture. Some of the tuna fell out as I was eating it and it also made the seaweed wrap around it a bit moist. I think if you go here you definitely should get the sashimi that way you could actually taste the quality of the fish. I tried the medium tuna and fatty and these were actually what I would expect from a place like this. The quality was there but the other items didn't hit the mark for me. The other item I tried was the Japanese scallop and the scallop was tasty and had that smooth buttery texture. The seaweed again kind of ruined the scallop for me. It felt like the scallop was shoved into the roll and was all soft and squishy when I picked it up.

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    The ambiance is nice, and our server was excellent--very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful…read morethroughout the meal. The fish quality is solid, which is expected given that this restaurant is priced higher than most sushi spots. That said, the dishes felt a bit one-dimensional. Everything was good, but nothing really stood out or felt memorable. It seemed like the menu played things too safe, and we never had a moment where we thought, "this is what makes this place special." One disappointing moment was with a food runner. My sister has a severe shellfish allergy, and when she called him back--just once--to double-check potential contamination, he rolled his eyes before responding. That reaction was pretty surprising and not appropriate, especially given the seriousness of food allergies. Overall, the sushi is decent and the fish quality is good, but it didn't leave a lasting impression.

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    $$

    Been to both the Heights and Montrose locations regularly and Handies is easily my favorite go-to…read morehandroll spot in the city. The selection is great across the board, I genuinely enjoy every hand roll I've had, and you really can't go wrong with any of the sets. The crudo is always a hit too. What I love most is how approachable it is - from the vibe inside to even the food itself. It works just as well for a quick but really good meal as it does for stopping in to grab a hand roll or two between errands or before heading somewhere else. Consistently high quality without feeling overly serious or complicated. Service is always on top of it, the experience is efficient without feeling rushed, and it's one of those spots that stays in regular rotation no matter how many new places pop up around the city.

    Handies Douzo is easily one of the first places I will recommend when in Houston. Their handrolls…read moreare unmatched, and the crudos are just as good. It's a great spot to enjoy high-quality sushi without the price tag of an upscale restaurant. The staff are always warm and welcoming, and the all-bar seating creates a lively, interactive dining experience. I usually order a 3-handroll set, add a hamachi handroll at the end, and share the chutoro sashimi. The chutoro just melts in your mouth, and each handroll is thoughtfully balanced with great flavor combinations. It's always a reliable place to go to and can serve as a quick bite when I'm indecisive on where to eat. That being said, it gets pretty busy during dinner time, so I'd recommend making a reservation ahead of time.

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    Handies Douzo - Inside vibe

    Inside vibe

    Handies Douzo - Salmon handroll

    Salmon handroll

    Handies Douzo - Bgb Sake

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    Tins

    Tins

    4.9(51 reviews)
    10.8 miThe Heights

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

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

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    Tins - Unlimited sake

    Unlimited sake

    Tins - Yellowtail (sweet garlic sauce)

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    Yellowtail (sweet garlic sauce)

    Kata Robata - Texas Wagyu Katsu Sando

    Kata Robata

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

    Kata Robata was an amazing experience from start to finish! We decided to try several of the daily…read morespecials along with a few menu favorites, and everything was absolutely delicious. From the specials menu, we started with the spicy garlic coconut milk mussels made with fresh Prince Edward Island/British Columbia mussels in a rich spicy garlic coconut cream sauce, topped with green onions and served with toasted ciabatta bread. The broth was incredible and packed with flavor. As an appetizer, we ordered the Texas Wagyu Hot Stone Bowl -- the only rice item on the menu at the time -- made with rice, egg, kimchi sauce, tawan mushrooms, sesame, and green onion. It was prepared tableside for us, which made the experience even more fun and interactive. We also tried the Spicy Soy Ramen with braised ground pork, chili oil, soy milk broth, soft boiled egg, wakame, green onion, and micro cilantro. The flavors were rich, comforting, and had the perfect amount of spice. The Nagasaki Champon Ramen was another standout with clams, shrimp, cabbage, pork, onion, ginger, and micro cilantro in a flavorful broth that tasted fresh and authentic. The restrooms were very Japanese-inspired and beautifully maintained, adding to the atmosphere of the restaurant. Gabby was an amazing waitress -- attentive, friendly, knowledgeable, and made the entire dining experience even better. Then there was dessert: Green Tea soufflé and chocolate milk bread pudding! I hope i get a picture of it!!! Service is GREAT! Drinks are filled. Needs are met- and exceeded!!!0 Parking is self parking, but it was worth it. We will definitely be back again to try many more items on the menu! Come early if you want to hear your partner it gets LOUD!

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

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    Kata Robata - Various nigiri.

    Various nigiri.

    Kata Robata - Okinawa Sun - strong AF

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    Ume Sushi

    Ume Sushi

    4.6(219 reviews)
    12.1 miThe Heights

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

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

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    Ume Sushi - A5 wagyu beef toban yaki

    A5 wagyu beef toban yaki

    Ume Sushi - Ume Symphony Cocktail

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    Ume Symphony Cocktail

    Taizzi Sushi - Memorial - japanese - Updated May 2026

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