This has been on my to try list for the longest time and I'm glad I finally got to try it. Secured a reservation for 11:30, right as the restaurant opened. They let us in early so we didn't have to stand out in the cold. The restaurant is small and quiet, with the sushi bar in the middle, where it's easy to see everything is made. We opted for the sashimi special, the takoyaki, the 4 season roll, and the gyu suji. The sashimi special was delicious, great cuts, nice and tender. The 4 season roll was also great, with good cuts of fish, not too fishy. The takoyaki was perfectly crispy with a good filling and just the right amount of octopus. We accidentally let the gyu suji sit out too long so it got cold and gelatinous, but they were super nice about reheating it for us. It ended up not being for me, beef tendon is just a bit too cartilaginous for me. Overall, a great experience! Will definitely need to be back! read more

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Had their Valentine's Day omakase and loved the whole experience. - Omakase is in a separate, clean, intimate room from the regular dining area - Escorted to our seats + warm hand towel to start - Servers were very attentive - Chef was locked in, super cool watching everything being prepared right in front of us Favorite bites: - Cherry stone clam soup (clay pot) - Don't know how, but the clams were in the shape of fish & were big, broth was super flavorful. 9/10 - Hon maguro - First piece and they did NOT skimp on the fish. Lightly dressed, amazing texture. 9/10 - Uni - Very high quality, no weird aftertaste, super vibrant. 9.5/10 - Wagyu sushi - Melted in my mouth. So rich and tender. 10/10 - Fatty tuna - STAR of the show. Literally melts, would order a whole plate of this if I could. 10/10 - Monaka (pastry w/ red bean, mochi, and matcha cream) - Not too sweet, perfect texture combo to end the meal. 10/10 Overall: such a well-executed omakase with high-quality fish and great service. Definitely a special occasion spot read more

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Can here for a friends birthday dinner and loved it! I reserved a table and I thought it was such a cute and personal touch that they hand write each reservation sign. The restaurant was decorated beautifully. It felt like a modern twist on a traditional Japanese restaurant. It had a clean, chic, and minimalistic feel. The food was even better. We got the agedashi tofu and the ika shiokara to share and I got the tempura udon as well as the four season roll as my entree. The agedashi tofu was nice and crispy and I thought the broth was flavorful and savory. It was one of the better versions of this dish that I've ever had. (7.5/10) The ika shiokara was lightly fried and had a light and thin batter that still let the squid flavor shine through. It was perfectly cooked and came with a salty sauce to dip. (8/10) The tempura udon had a very light and traditional broth and the tempura was perfectly cooked. I like the variety of tempura that they give you, I just wish there was more of it. (7/10) The four season roll was super fresh. You can tell that the fish was very high quality and I loved how big the pieces were. It definitely felt like you were getting what you paid for. (8/10) The service was also great and very attentive. If you are looking for some good quality traditional Japanese food with a nice ambiance I would recommend coming here. I will definitely be back to try the tendon! read more

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Finally got to try this restaurant last night with my friend and had a great experience. We came on a Saturday evening and were seated right away. It's located in a plaza so there is plenty of parking. Service was quick, attentive & great. The ambiance of the restaurant was good, it was modern but traditional at the same time. There's tables, bar seating and two private rooms with traditional floor seating. The bathrooms also had bidets and the whole restaurant was overall very clean. We ordered the Agedashi tofu, Scallop butter, Gindara, Beef udon, Spicy tuna roll, Spicy salmon roll, Tuna hand roll and Salmon hand roll. The only things I didn't care too much about were the spicy tuna and spicy salmon rolls. The fish tasted good, but it wasn't a standout. Absolutely loved the scallop butter, beef udon, gindara and the salmon hand roll. The seasonings and flavors for appetizers and udon were perfect and the hand roll was filling, fresh and satisfying. Overall loved the ambiance, service and food and will definitely come back. read more

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Very polite staff. The sushi rolls were delicious. My favorite was the dragon roll. The Japanese design was cool. read more

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Came here without a reservation on a Saturday night and were seated at the counter. The exterior and interior of the restaurant were super cute and extremely clean, it felt like we were in Japan. The staff here were all super friendly including the chefs. Service was quick. We loved being seated where we could see the sushi being made. Food overall was amazing! You can see and taste how fresh the fish was which I really appreciated, and the portion sizes were great--not too much rice in the sushi! read more

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Very beautiful restaurant, I felt like I was back in Japan again. I have to point out how nice the bathrooms were... they had a bidet! Anyways, the food here was delicious. All raw fish options tasted fresh. The agedashi tofu was crispy, and its broth was nice and savory. The beef udon had nice thick noodles with tender meat. The scallop looked a bit underwhelming but the flavors were all there! As for the gindara, it had a nice char on the edges and the miso flavor was great! This place would be a great date night spot for sure! read more

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I ordered the ten Zarusoba which are called dipping noodles that come with a side of tempura. Portion was not huge, but not small either. My table also ordered the calamari karaage as an appetizer, but note that it came with only three pieces. Would recommend just ordering noodles or sushi if you are here. The fish is quite fresh. The restaurant had bar and table seating options. read more

Teppay - Ten-Zarusoba - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Not sure about good food and service others mentioned in the review as I've been disappointed every time I ate here. Food has gone down over the years ago. I finally asked my husband after dining recently why we bothered to come back. Only things worth eating are maybe beef udon and bento boxes. Sushi is so-so and $30 shabu has absolutely no flavor. We've had their high end Wagyu which they overcooked. Omakase sushi is slightly better than what you get from sushi at the grocery. I'd say service is the worst part because it's slow and they forget your order. Perhaps sushi would taste better if they can serve it a little faster. It used to have a charm of authentic Japanese restaurant but not anymore. There's no efficiency or excellence in food which is essential for a solid Japanese restaurant. I'd give two stars, one because I actually liked this place in the beginning (years go) and another for cute Japanese things they do for kids meals. read more

Unfortunate situation because I was really looking forward to this. Made a reservation over the phone 5 days ahead of time for an omakase dinner. Spoke with a gentleman who confirmed that we would be seated on Saturday at 6:30 for their more expensive kaiseki option. Saturday comes around, we arrive and are seated in the omakase room. We're halfway through the second course when the hostess informs us that they seated us by accident and have no record of our reservation. To make matters worse, they say that another party has arrived and we have to leave. No offer to rebook us for another date or to seat us in the regular dining room. Just asked us to leave. Very embarrassing for my wife and I to be kicked out of a restaurant that we committed our Saturday night to. read more

Use to be a lot better. Not sure what happened to the food but it doesn't seem like it's authentic Japanese ramen any more. The whole color and taste tastes completely different than it used to be. Tastes like Chinese restaurant's ramen now. read more

Teppay - Wasabi Shumai - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Tried out this unassuming izakaya after seeing it on social media, we really liked it! We came on a Friday night and while we did make a reservation, the place wasn't that packed and we were seated right away. Service: 4/5 it did take a while for us to get utensils, and our water didn't come until after our food came, but otherwise they were friendly. Food: 5/5 everything was delicious! Some of the specials were a bit pricey but I thought it was worth it. They apparently have a secret menu that's in Japanese, if you're adventurous you can give it a try. Ambiance: 5/5 the restaurant reminded us of izakayas in Japan, they even have a tatami mat room that you can reserve for larger parties. Overall was a good experience, we'll definitely be back! read more

Teppay - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

The old Teppay has gone, and in comes a new management, new chefs, new menu, and new ambiance. The menu has almost doubled in price, and the sashimi slices have gotten smaller, but the taste remains excellent. There were some new menu items: lobster sashimi with miso soup, and basque cheesecake, both of which I thought were excellent and well-worth the price (miso soup can use a bit less MSG though). The main sushi chef who prepared all of our food this evening, Yuta, mentioned that he has only been here for a few weeks, so I believed that the negative reviews must have been before his arrival, because our food looked and tasted solid. However, I think the new management should learn how to take constructive criticism considering all the responses to recent reviews have been rather rude and dismissive. Teppay was a hidden treasure for many of us for many years, filled with friendly staff and delicious memories. If you're going to carry the torch, don't tarnish the name. read more

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A solid spot for Japanese food! My boyfriend and I had a reservation on a Friday night at 7 pm so we were seated right away when we arrived. For drinks I ordered the lychee martini and this is a must get. I personally prefer cocktails that taste like juice and this hit the spot. I not only loved how there was a citrusy/sweet sugar coating on the rim but the cocktail was also really boozy! Definitely dangerous but I enjoyed every sip haha. For appetizer we ordered the Ika Sugatayaki and the Hamachi Kama. I appreciated how the squid was cooked just right so it was soft and the soy sauce glaze on top was perfect. As for the Hamachi Kama, this is a must get! The fish was very light, moist, and tender and when you squeeze lemon juice on top and pair it with the daikon oroshi, it's fantastic. As for the main course, I had the Tempura and my boyfriend had the Tonkatsu. I loved how Teppay did the tempura batter right. Many places have a super thick/dense coating but Teppay does it very light which gave the tempura that airy crisp texture when you bite into it. I also loved how they put daikon oroshi in the dipping sauce! The portion is pretty big so I ended up taking some home- popped it in the air fryer the next day and it tasted just like when it was freshly served. As for my boyfriend's tonkatsu, he said it was just okay. If I recall correctly, I believe he said something along the lines of how the meat was a little too dry. But he really enjoyed the potato salad that came on the side. Aside from the hot dishes, we also got nigiri's. The star of the show was the ama ebi (sweet shrimp). Although it costs a little extra, it also comes with the shrimp's fried head so it's worth it! We weren't able to explore the interior since we were seated right near the door but from the pictures I saw online, there should be a traditional seating style in the back with the tatamis. As for our server, she was sweet but also a little all over the place. Overall, I enjoyed my experience here and will be coming back! read more

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Best sushi place in Houston. Truly feels like you step in to restaurant in Japan. The food taste and quality is absolutely amazing. They have chefs selected from Japan. Their omakase is a must. Definitely will not be disappointed. Staff is also soo friendly. I loved my server Saika she was so sweet and pleasant. I will definitely recommend this place to everyone. read more

I think im adding this restaurant to my rotation, i really like everything about the place is small but cozy and peaceful. All the food was great, my only wish it that they had more drinks available, they have a big alcohol menu but for non acoholic beverages nothing stands out as special read more

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If I could, I would rate this place a 3.5. I was excited to try Teppay after seeing it on social media as I love Japanese food. We came on a weekday and did not have to wait. It was very cute and cozy, I'd consider making a reservation if you're planning to go during the weekend. I saw they also have a private room for larger parties. From the kitchen we ordered chicken karaage, beef tataki, chicken yakitori and beef udon. The chicken karaage portion was smaller than I expected and a little dry. The beef tataki was tough and needed more flavor. The chicken yakitori did not have the authentic charred flavor I look for when I eat Japanese skewers. Beef udon was decent but not my favorite in Houston. For nigiri we got an assortment of eel, seared salmon, madai, chutoro and a few others. They were decently priced and pretty tasty. We ended the meal with their cheesecake, which was definitely my favorite dish of the night. It's one of the best I've had in town. Overall, the meal was decent and I saw a lot of unique items that I wanted to try. However, I was left mostly unimpressed by their cooked food especially for the price we paid. When craving Japanese food I'd probably stick to my usual favorite spot vs this one. However, if one of my friends wanted to come here I wouldn't be opposed. Especially, just so I can eat their amazing cheesecake again. read more

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Great sushi - Uni is amazing and I enjoyed the agedashi tofu. Service sucks - waitresses and confused and half don't speak English. They often get the order wrong and can't explain the specials. I'll be back because the sushi is great and they offer an omakase. Also no one comes here so you'll always get a spot :) read more

Teppay - Tofu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Teppay Japanese restaurant is my top 3 favorite Japanese restaurant in Houston. The sushi chefs are classically trained, the sushi is fresh and diverse, and they serve real, freshly grated authentic wasabi (available upon request). I often see Japanese patrons frequent there which is a sign of a good Japanese restaurant. I like that they even have two private dining rooms where you sit on the floor to eat. Also their daily specials highlight sushi dishes that most common Japanese restaurants don't even carry - a sign of a true sushi restaurant in my opinion. The other night I tried a mushroom appetizer and a mushroom soup on their specials list - divine!!! I did not take photos during my second visit. This place also offers non-sushi options for non-fish lovers such as katsu (breaded cutlets), udon noodles, soba noodles with their savory dipping sauce, and two pages of appetizers! I have now been here twice and cannot wait to try everything else on their menu. read more

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I really wanted to like this place but at the end of the day it was just okay. This restaurant is tucked in an area we don't go to often so we were excited to explore. I love the look and feel of the place. The ambiance brings me back to Asia. Specifically Japanese restaurants in South Korea and also Thailand. Service was excellent. I loved my lady server, she was very kind, understanding of my terrible twos child throwing a tantrum from waking up, and provided prompt service and refills. The food... I ordered all different types of salmon (my favorite so of course I wanted to try them all). I'm not sure if I came in on a bad day or the end of the week for their shipment (opening day Friday), the salmon was fishy and left a slimy taste on my tongue. Their smoked salmon and salmon belly was a tad better. The best one was the seared salmon (but maybe because it was just partially cooked, the smell disappeared?) Salmon sushi: 2/5 Smoked salmon: 3/5 Salmon belly: 3.5/5 Seared salmon: 3.9/5 Salmon onigiri (super dry and on the saltier side): 2/5 Unagi: 4/5 Anagi: 5/5 (omg this was my favorite of the day). My husband ordered the ramen (he rated it 3.5-4/5). We ordered their special dish of the day in bento box form and I'll give that a 4/5 because the side dishes, and tempura were actually good. Overall, I'm sad to say that this place is just average. Come for the experience but not the food. read more

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The issue is is the service is horrible. The review after mine is staged. Servers are never wonderful here.Truly awful . The sushi chef is amazing.. I watched this employee completely berate my server then another customer and then went after me. she went to run my card apparently she couldn't get Wi-Fi and was screaming out loud. It's not working and " she doesn't want to wait "and it was really really rude in front of customers. Literally screaming !!!!I've never seen such a disregard for customers in my entire life. The I joked with her " don't shop w the card as it was taking an extremely long time. She LOST it on me . Needs a psychiatrist badly for anger management issues. This is NO way to treat multiple customers. There's a reason the restaurant was empty . AVOID this restaurant at all costs until she gets control of her anger at customers. There are .So many restaurants here that are so much better and they will appreciate you spending money as a customer.!! read more

So fresh! Big pieces! Friendly service...nice and quiet in the early afternoon...affordable too! read more

Teppay - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Excellent food. I've eaten so much sushi in Houston, and Teppay ranks pretty high. Quality fresh sushi and other great Japanese dishes you don't find at other local restaurants. The restaurant is very small and a bit uncomfortable and the service is a bit hectic. They do their best considering how busy and small of a place it is. If you can get past that you're in for a great experience. read more

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My husband took me to Teppay as a surprise for our anniversary! The staff and chefs are so nice and welcoming and always tried to make sure we were doing great and if we needed more drinks etc. the food was to die for! Very delicious and beautifully displayed! The vibe was nice and I enjoyed it so much! As we asked for the check the staff/chefs surprised us with free desert and congratulated us on our anniversary. They made us feel so special and grateful! I definitely recommend this place! Sorry if the photos aren't so great, I was too invested in my surroundings and on the food and drinks!! read more

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Absolutely amazing! Teppay never disappoints--delicious rolls, a warm and welcoming vibe, and super friendly staff. Loved the new touches to the place and the cocktails are a must-try (the Coffee Martini was incredible!). So happy to see a restaurant with so many years keep getting better and better. Highly recommended! read more

Teppay - Coffee Martini - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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My three friends and I had a very weird experience here and I'm still sort of scratching my head over it! We dined here on a seemingly very understaffed Friday night, and no one bothered to check on us for over 15 minutes after we sat. Like might have honestly been closer to 20 minutes. We made intense eye contact with a couple of the servers and even waved, but they just stared beyond us. It was really bizarre. Didn't even bother to come take our drink orders. When server finally approached us and we inquired whether the tempura was prepared with egg and he said he would check, and we reminded him a second time, but like. . . it was never answered. Anyway, we were finally able to put our food orders in and they slowly arrived as expected. Everything was pretty decent, nothing amazing, and we somehow received someone else's appetizer order? No way to actually confirm with the server as we pretty much ever saw him or her again. Like there were rather overt attempts to wave down a server, and it was just really strange how we were repeatedly ignored! Really puzzling! On an interesting note, I finally tried natto! Granted it was in a sushi roll, so it wasn't like full-on natto, but it was interesting - I can see why it's an acquired taste. As far as vegan option at Teppay, there are indeed some, but it's not the most plant-based friendly as you can imagine, so just bear that in mind. There was a couple dining at the sushi bar close by us and we noticed that the man was visibly becoming more and more agitated because of the service. They were trying to get the servers attention too and they were also being ignored. His partner was trying to talk him through it, but he was clearly becoming more and more flustered, and white knuckled throughout the night and looking like he was on the verge of flipping out. Reading the other reviews, seems like this isn't a common occurrence with Teppay - the really awful service. But yeah, probably will not be returning here! read more

I came here so many times and today I ordered Shabu. The meat was over cooked and old. Inside the pot literally just vegetables and old frozen beef that still stick together and just water for the soup. It was horrible and I could just cook that a lot better at home, it cost $30 for that dish and it was way too over price for what it was as especially the quality of the food. The service was worse and worse every time we came. Some of the servers have attitude when we let him know that the food was bad and this same guys forgot my order last time I was there too. I was so disappointed because it use to be one of my favorite place to go but now not anymore. I can literally pay less for better quality food somewhere else. read more

Teppay - Shabu - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

This place is truly a hidden gem! I didn't expect this place to have food of this quality because of the location. Everything we got tasted phenomenal except the soba noodles (the broth was bland). Each sashimi bite was melt in your mouth worthy. However, the food was pretty expensive compared to other places. The service was unsatisfactory. There were only 2 waitresses when we went. It was pretty packed since we went right when they open. The staff was slow to take our order, bring our food, and never checked up on us. All in all, the food is great but service is lacking. It's still worth a try to come and experience it for yourself. read more

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Came here on a Friday night and it was packed but not too packed. We got sat down pretty quick but at the bar but I'm glad we did because the chefs were so nice and funny! The decor was nice and reminded me when I was in Japan. The ambiance was cozy and the service was great! The food was fresh and came out fast. This will probably be my favorite japanese/sushi restaurant. Things I ordered: Japanese Cheesecake and Melon combo (5/5) - the melon was so juicy, reminded me exactly of the one in Japan Sasha dango (5/5) - unique but also good Daifuku strawberry (5/5) Sashimi special (5/5) - came with toro Caterpillar roll (5/5) - perfect amount of rice and protein ratio Spicy chopped scallop (5/5) Otoro (fatty tuna) (5/5) Sake smoked salmon (5/5) Sashimi chef special (5/5) - Hamachi, tuna, salmon, octopus Shaggy roll (5/5) - perfect amount of rice and protein ratio read more

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My friend referred me here so I celebrated with a couple friends for my birthday. We ordered many dishes including ramen, sushi, sashimi, fish head, etc. I love this authentic Japanese cuisine but my favorite dish was the fried prawn heads! 10/10 so crunchy and delicious! I love how the ambience is traditional Japanese and would bring other guests here to experience this. The waiter is so kind and friendly as well. Thank you for the great service! read more

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Teppay seemed unassuming on the outside, but the minute I stepped in on a Friday night, it was filled with people in a small, intimate area. I believe it also has some of the best and affordable sushi in Houston. During my second visit to Teppay, I ordered the sushi special, two pieces of chopped scallop, katsudon with curry, and the tonkotsu ramen. The sushi special my favorite. It was fresh, and great for the price. The two pieces of scallop were also delicious. The katsudon with curry was huge and also came with miso soup. I think it is one of the best curry in Houston. I thought it tasted great and would definitely get it again. I have been to Teppay before in the past, but only ate the tonkotsu ramen. I got the ramen again this time, and it was a little bland even after adding seasoning. I think their ramen is alright, and that you should definitely eat their sushi or katsudon instead. They also have small rooms where you can book, and they looked super nice. I think having a small, intimate party in those rooms would be great for a special occasion. Overall, the sushi and food were great, and I would definitely come back! read more

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A great little find for authentic Japanese sushi! If you're on the hunt for a nigiri/sashimi sushi spot with a more traditional (vs modern feel), this is definitely the place to go. Fresh fish, solid technique, and good sushi rice! I sat in the bar and it was fun watching them masterfully slice everything. I also got the tempura which was light, crispy, and delicious! Would recommend making a reservation, especially during peak hours. Food can take a bit of a wait, but is definitely worth it for the quality. Also the staff working (seems family owned) are very nice! read more

Teppay - Spider Roll and Fresh Salmon Nigiri - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Dining at Teppay felt like stepping straight into Japan! From the moment we arrived, the serene atmosphere and traditional decor transported us to another world. The staff greeted us with genuine warmth and hospitality, making us feel like honored guests. The menu was a delightful journey through authentic Japanese cuisine. Each dish was meticulously prepared with the freshest ingredients and presented with incredible attention to detail. The ramen was so rich and flavorful! One of the highlights was experiencing the Otoro and Umi. A must try at this restaurant! Every bite was a testament to the restaurant's commitment to authenticity. Don't miss their Japanese cheesecake, which beautifully rounded off the meal! I can't recommend Teppay enough for anyone looking for an immersive Japanese dining experience. This will definitely be my go to place for Japanese cuisine moving forward! definitely be back for more! read more

Yummmmmy love this place ! Loved it so much came back 2 other times in a week! Weird location but it's great & fresh read more

Teppay - Rainbow - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I love this place. Excellent sushi. The quality of the food is spectacular. Excellent service and great atmosphere. read more

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Got take out from here last night and I just really wanted to reiterate how much I love their sushi!! I really think they give the best, thick cuts of fish. I also did not see katsu curry on the menu, but asked for it and they said they can make it! So I was really happy about that - and it was delicious too, $14 and came with a miso soup. Only 1 star off because there was a small bone/something hard in one of the sake sushis, which was a little odd/unusual as that has never happened before. read more

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I really liked the small quiet and quaint ambiance of this place. The fish was fresh and prices were not unreasonable. I can see this place being difficult to get a table at if it were any more crowded. Overall, I would definitely return. read more

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Is the new owner trying to cut down the cost? Quality decreasing badly. The fish, the wasabi paste taste no different than cheap Chinese sushi delivery however the price is not cheap. This place used to be my sanctuary and now it's a big disappointment. P/s those are old pictures. read more

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Great sushi place. High quality at reasonable prices. The service was quite good, but I think the seating in the narrow dining area is a little tight if you have a party of 3 or more. read more

Hidden gem alert! Teppay's sushi is unbelievably fresh - the uni, toro, and sweet shrimp are next level. Cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make it even better. Definitely a top pick for sushi lovers in Houston!" read more