I'm actually quite conflicted on this restaurant. I honestly didn't care for the atmosphere too much but the food is too delicious to rate it anything other than a five. And because food is what I care about the most, five stars it is. We came here for our five year anniversary and decided on the omakase. It was honestly hard to hear what each course was because it was pretty loud in the restaurant but everything we had was so amazing, with the standouts being, I think a halibut course? A delicious white fish served with a foam sauce that just completely blew my mind. And of course, the wagyu beef, which needed no explanation. Raw slices come out on a platter along with a sizzling hot stone for you to cook it yourself. I've seen these and had similar versions but the beef here was just out of this world. I would go back there just for these two dishes. The downside was that even with the 10 course omakase, we left just barely above satisfied. It's just not a lot of food at all. We could have ordered more but the dinner plus 3 drinks each was already hovering above $400. I would probably skip the omakase next time and order a la carte focusing on the dishes that I really liked. By the way, there's nothing wrong with the interior, layout or the decor. I just found myself feeling overly self-conscious which I rarely feel in restaurants. The environment definitely had an ultra wealthy, slightly pretentious vibe to it. As someone stated, old money hangs out here and that's not really my kind of people but the food was outstanding, as was the service. read more

The Food, the ambience and the service were top notch!!!! Can't wait to go back. Everything I was expecting and more read more

Uchi Dallas - Fried milk dessert - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

It's been a year since my last review here, and I've been several times since, so I figure it's time for an update. I walked in during happy hour (which I believe is from 4 until 6:30p every day) with a friend of mine and got seated at the wine bar. He basically entrusted me to order anything I liked, so here we went: - hamachili: this is an all-time favorite of mine - I get it almost every time I'm here. Hamachi (yellowtail) with ponzu, thai chili, orange supreme. The sweet-citrus with the lightly popping sensation of roe and the spice of thai chili that comes together with the soft hamachi and citrus of the ponzu... it's just heaven in your mouth. - akami & shima suzuki nigiri: These nigiri are usually on happy hour menu so we started with these simple, clean bites. Can't go wrong here, especially with their sushi. - pork belly: They had unfortunately run out of their pork belly from the HH menu, but our waiter told us about an excellent pork belly option from their core menu, so we just went with that. It indeed was delicious! - walu walu (oak-grilled escolar, candied citrus, ponzu, myoga): Clean-tasting white fish with citrusy flavors on top. Very flavorful! - namahotate nigiri: This is one of my favorite nigiri to get at Uchi/Uchiba! Namahotate isn't just hotate... I'm not sure how it's so different, but it's so creamy and soft and melts in your mouth! It does go well with an avocado nigiri, as weird as that may sound. We didn't do that this time, but I like that pairing! - kinmedai, hirame kombujime, & akamutsu nigiri: Kinmedai is my favorite fish in the universe! Everything from its pink/red colors and sheen to the soft texture and clean taste with subtle saltiness... I think it's a great balance in features all around. So I always try to get kinmedai whenever I go to a sushi place with quality fish. Hirame kombujime is one of my Uchi faves, too! I love how they top the hirame (flounder) with kombu (seaweed) - gives it a salty but sweet flavor. Loveee! Akamutsu is a fish I don't usually see at other sushi places, so just felt like getting it here. - kinoko nigiri: May seem like a simple mushroom on top of rice, but so much more to that in flavor! It's super juicy, oozing out flavor with every bite. Comes out warmly grilled too, so eat it while it's hot! - chutoro nigiri: I'm more of a chutoro instead of otoro gal, as I think chutoro is just the right amount of fattiness. Still melts in your mouth, soft, but without too much oily sensation left over. - coconut tapioca: This is my go-to dessert, although for a first-timer at Uchi, I'd recommend getting their signature Fried milk dessert. I love the mix of flavors and textures here - the cold lychee sorbet with room temp coconut foam, the sweet foam with the citrusy fruit sorbet, the crunchy hazelnut pieces against the popping of blueberries and tapioca... What's not to love! But then I realized they have an interesting seasonal okashi on the menu... I'll have to come back for that yuzu okashi! read more

Throughout the entire experience, the food and service were exceptional. The staff exhibited great knowledge and consistently anticipated our needs. I highly recommend this eatery. read more

Uchi Dallas - Brussels Sprouts - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Omg. I went here with a friend for my birthday expecting something delicious and got an entire experience. We got the vegetarian course and had so much fun trying a bit of everything. Every dish we tried topped the last one! Our waiter was so lovely and chatty and took a genuine interest in us. He chose one of the dishes for us and, at first bite, I knew I could trust him with my life. He even recommended a book for me to read! Truly, I would die for him. Also, the bartenders whipped us up a delicious mocktail, which was just the cherry on top. THE most delightful dining experience I've ever had. Worth every penny and then some. read more

Uchi Dallas - dessert - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

My boyfriend and I celebrated our anniversary and his birthday here. It was my first time at UCHI. However, I have been upstairs to UCHIBA and I have to say the staff is very professional from the reservations, to the two point reservation, and then our servers and waitresses. Our main server was Quan, we had such a pleasant experience with him. They made our anniversary/birthday dinner an unforgettable one that's for sure! They helped us celebrate a moment we won't forget. The food was amazingly splendid, the sushi was fresh. You can't beat the happy hour prices. We will definitely be back! read more

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Our daughter chose this spot for her birthday dinner. She told us beforehand "this is THE nicest restaurant in Dallas, just warning you, you will fall in love with it." She wasn't wrong! The valet is closed and the attendant takes your reservation info, along with asking the names of your entire party for contact tracing. Wasn't thrilled about that, but we complied because...daughter. The interior is all one level, so those with anxiety issues will love it. I really have no idea of all the small plates we ordered but I will take a photo of our receipt so you can review what we had. Nothing we tried was bad. Everything was super fresh and had very nice texture. I do recall my vegan mushi, the sauce was a little strange tasting, but my daughter compared it to Yellow Curry. Having never had that, I can't comment, but maybe it's just a flavor I don't like. The small plates were actually a lot bigger portioned than we anticipated so we ending up ordering way too much food. We were over the top stuffed by the time dessert came. I had a vegan Coconut Tapioca thing that was super crazy good. Light and fluffy with just the perfect amount of sweet. While hubby and I probably won't return because of the logistical aspect, my daughter and her friend frequent this restaurant and I know they will return. read more

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EXTREMELY DISAPPOINTED... my boyfriend wanted to surprised me with a special dinner for my birthday tonight. We went out to shop for an outfit, got all dressed up and everything. We were both really looking forward to this one night out without the kids (since we got a babysitter) He was so excited to take me here, now he regrets it because it ruined my birthday. Don't get me wrong, the vibe and atmosphere was amazing, our complaint is about the food. We ordered a few drinks and the Omakase as our meal and let me tell you, what we got was not worth paying over $500 for. We were expecting some real meals that would woo us for the price we were paying. We walked out feeling as if we just spent that much money on a bunch of appetizers. Not to mention we specifically told them our nut allergies and they still served us with nuts in our meal. Wish we could've had a better experience, cause it would have been nice to have a place to go for date nights. read more

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Nobu atmosphere; All you can eat quality fish; Michelin price; Non Japanese sushi chefs with cocky attitude. Im giving one extra star for the nice valet guys. read more

The quality of the food is unquestionable- it was amazing and the A5 wagyu ribeye was divine. However- I don't drink and I didn't realize that the food here is not like entrees but rather like tiny dishes to taste while you chat and drink with people. The service was great- our server explained things well, except for the portion size. The interior was really interesting and it was comfortably full on a Thursday evening. Like a sign that people really wanted to eat there but managed well enough to create a nice dining experience. I think my experience would've been better if I knew the style of the restaurant and I don't know if I'll be here again soon. It's not exactly my style- I prefer a huge steak, more than 7 slices. read more

Damn what an incredibly delicious experience (as you can see in my photos). One of the best and only sushi places I'll go to when in Dallas. My experiences most of the time with the staff are AMAZING. The ambiance is incredible, valet people are great, and the waiter/tresses are quite knowledgable about their fish and menu items. Pictures are worth at least 1,000 words so I will let these do the talking! Definitely recommend their omakase, every time is delightful. Does anyone else get a high from exquisite sushi or is it just me??! read more

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I had a great experience at Uchi! I went around 8:30pm and did not have a reservation. I was quickly seated and told it wasn't a problem. Our waiter quickly greeted us and explained the menu. We gave our waiter the reins and told him we weren't picky. He was a little shocked at first because we said it all sounded good and we'd be happy with anything and he blew us away! He started us with "lighter" dishes then moved to "heavier" dishes. Each dish was described when it came out; each one was so good (and I unfortunately don't remember what each item was)! Our waiter continued to check in with us to see if we wanted more or less. We tried about 10 items for $150 person. I would recommend leaving it up to your waiter if you're feeling adventurous. read more

Is it really a 5 though? I guess it depends if you prefer quality over quantity, and is the quality really worth these prices? For me, I eat too much for me to justify the prices. So I will be fair and review based on both quality and price. Atmosphere - 5/5 - Very intimate setting. It is definitely a date place versus a group. Staff - 5/5 - Very friendly and helpful. If you seem lost, they will provide great suggestions. Food - 4/5 - The food is great, but I am not a fan of these prices. Ordered the following: - Brussels sprouts - 4/5 - Great flavor, especially with the lemon. Definitely recommend, but keep in mind that it is $7.50 for sprouts. - Salmon sashimi - 5/5 - Very fresh. Buttery smooth. Must get. - Shishito peppers - 4/5 - Kinda small. Nothing special. - Zero sen roll - 4.5/5 - You can definitely taste the cilantro on this one. Highly recommend if you are a fan of cilantro. - Hot rock (wagyu) - 5/5 - Pricy, but worth it. Very tender. - Fried milk - 5/5 - This is why most ppl come here. You have to get this pretty much every time. The only issue I have with the place is the amount of money I have to spend to feel satisfied. You definitely are getting quality sushi/items, but it will cost you. If you are okay with the prices, then definitely come enjoy one of the best sushi dining experiences. read more

The best sushi I've ever had! Service was outstanding. It is pricey, but worth it in my opinion.

Excellent sushi. Always fresh and beautifully plated. Love the plate variety and the specials are always amazing. Fabulous service.

One of the few places where you can enjoy an authentic Japanese cuisine. The staff is truly knowledgeable about their food and how it was prepared. read more

Uchi! What an experience! First, if you want to come for dinner reserving a table a week early is not a bad idea. It's definitely an "it" spot so be prepared to wait for a table. We tried to get a decent reservation for 2 but we couldn't dine until 9 pm! Yes it's the hot spot in the Dallas area. So we come in early hoping to sit at the bar and relax and perhaps eat an app! What a way to go! We met new friends! Julie, she's a regular and the bartender knows her name. We exchange numbers and now we are friends! How cool is that! What can I say about this place? It's almost like a Nobu but with a different feel. Food is equally delicious! There wasn't anything on the menu that didn't disappoint and my friend and I ordered lots and lots off the menu. You cannot go wrong coming here! It is the place to be! read more

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Very good but expensive. It's a buzzy, chill place for fresh beautifully prepared sushi.

BEWARE IF YOU ARE USING VALET *** I dined at this restaurant on Friday, October 2nd. Due to the price tag ($120-150 + tip, coming out to maybe 170~ a person) I usually only come here for celebrations, which comes out to two to three times a year. There definitely has been a change in the overall experience - whether it be the service (it's good, but not the same enthusiasm that was there before. Can't blame though with everything going on, but had to mention.) Now that there's a little background, the food is not the only reason I loved going to Uchi - it was an experience, a story. In the most recent "experience", aside from the things mentioned above I had money taken from me when I used valet. Normally I'd think it was misplaced - a decent amount, but anything to make a dent in our overall expense at dinner. I normally would write it off, but it did ruin an overall - okay experience that I already had. We went for a celebration as well. The most important part comes up - I reached out to Uchi to let them know of the situation twice, with an emphasis to explain the situation (I remember it clearly, and the opportunity that the money was taken so they could look into it) but Uchi did not attempt to get back to me either time. I would have settled this with just talking with the Dallas location, since it was a situation that may have not even been their fault - but they did not do anything to remediate it or even acknowledge it. Anyways, the restaurant is pretty cool and I'd probably come back but this is definitely something I wouldn't forget. This only applies to the Dallas location as well, I've heard good things from the Austin one from people that worked there. read more

Uchi Dallas - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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MY FAVORITE SUSHI PLACE EVER. LOVE GOING to everything uchi related. Great price for AWESOME SERVICE. It is pricey but worth every penny. Would recommend to absolutely everyone love the fried milk dessert literally the best dessert I ever had in my life. read more

This is my new favorite place to dine to celebrate anything worth celebrating! I've been here twice. The first time we ordered from the Omakase (chef's tasting menu), which is a 10-course meal at market price. so I really don't remember what was served. I do remember that the portions were small, yet everything tasted great. My second experience, my boyfriend and I ordered whatever the server recommended. All recommendations were beyond delicious. I knew in advance that most portions on the menu were small, but the second time around we had dishes that were larger and shareable. Also, the menu does change with the seasons. So, don't be afraid to try whatever is in season, after two visits, I can say that confidently. While edamame is usually my go-to appetizer, the cauliflower is a must try. It's crispy, yet soft. The shag roll is the BEST sushi roll that I have ever tried. And, for dessert get the fried milk. You'll be pleasantly surprised. read more

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I'm glad I finally made time to go back to Uchi. First experience I was not the least bit impressed but I hear such good things thus I've put it on my list to go to... This time around I was not the least bit disappointed. We had the pleasure of being helped by Francis. He took time to find our likes and dislikes so he could recommend the perfect dishes. Uni is always a must and of course that was very satisfying. The pork belly dish was amazinggggg! Omg I wish I remembered the names of the other dishes I wasn't unhappy with any of the dishes we ordered/Francis recommended. By far my favorite sushi spot in Dallas so far and it's not even close! read more

I barely have words to describe my experience. The food was something over never had before. Easily the best food i've ever had. The staff were incredible and made selecting our choices so easy. We felt so taken care off! Couldn't recommend more. read more

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Uchi is super amazing even in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic! I don't really have more to say that I haven't already said in an original review from last year. I visited this establishment again and had a very wonderful dinner again. Food, drinks, service, atmosphere, everything impeccable. read more

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I would give this restaurant a higher rating because of the food. But the service was entirely odd. This is based on the fact that we waited 45 minutes for a table when we had reservations. Now it was 93 degrees outside and perhaps that's normal for many people here in Texas but we are from the Midwest so we were absolutely sweltering. After continuously being told the previous table would leave soon. Isn't there a time limit on each table during these times of covid 19? We could have waited in our car. We stayed and were understanding due to covid and seating restrictions. When we finally sat down we were sat next to the cleaning station. I am unsure why anyone would want to sit right across from chemicals while eating their food but that's what happened to us. We asked to move which they did. Food: The food here was decent and I would go back to make this place a regular spot for my love of sushi and sake but can't get over the service. And the fact that we kept being told the first drink would be on them which is sweet but doesn't change the fact that we waited almost an hour outside in such hot weather having reservations. They also gave us a gift card totaling $50 which was expired. Unsure what the point of that was. read more

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I've been several times before the pandemic and it's 100% better in person. Sit at the bar and let them make suggestions, you won't be sorry. Delivery is another story, sushi was good but packages almost impossible to open. Plus no miso soup! And no wasabi and ginger in packets! I'll return in person next time. read more

Good food big selection ,great customer service Definitely will go back Highly recommended read more

Have gone to Uchi about 5 times and each time was better than the last. Omakase courses are a must if you're adventurous with food. A5 Wagyu melts like butter. The sushi is always a must And the fried milk is the best dessert I've put in my mouth. read more

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We started off with KJ the valet who was fantastic. Super pleasant and welcoming young man who was quick and attentive. We were seated at the sushi bar with Chef Dale whose serious but serene aura commands the bar. Our waitress was Danielle (forgive me ma'am, if it's Daniella). Everyone was super warm and welcoming, helpful and informative. All the food we had was super fresh and delicious. Honestly I've struggled eating Japanese food anywhere else since. We had the pork belly, the ribeye, karaage, Brussels sprouts, fried milk, warm banana cake, the ham and eggs roll, and a simple avocado nigiri... another thing we had was a chicken thigh in coconut milk with lime and cilantro... honestly everything was amazing but I wish I would have gotten 3 of those chicken thighs. There was a slight mishap when we ordered the second part of our meal took a while to come out and they brought us some extra stuff to make up for it despite being cool and not even complaining about it. World class folks. 10/10, couldn't have been better. read more

Uchi? More like O-uchi-e on my wallet. You get Michelin star food and prices without the Michelin star. Service was very good, almost French/Contemporary Michelin star level. I had the omakase and a variety of other things and it all was great. Price for 2 omakase, 2 other nigiris, their nachos, and a drink was over $600. I'm rating 4 star because prices compete at a high level, I didn't like that I had to share a dish with the omakase, and overall I don't feel the desire to return. read more

Everything I ordered was an explosion of flavor in my mouth. Thoroughly enjoy every bite. I would have to say ordering and knowing what you're gonna get is a little confusing but you get the hang of it. They have a happy hour menu and I think one piece of what you order is the amount next to it. So it isn't cheap but definitely was an experience. read more

Where to begin... Visited on the recommendation that the meal would be "life changing" and ruin all other sushi restaurants we'll ever visit in the future. Boy, was this accurate. We asked our server, Travis, to take us on a culinary journey and he did NOT disappoint. He was fun, engaging, and perfectly selected options that made us craving for more and more. We gave him our budget and he used that to maximize the amount of different types of menu items we consumed. There are no words to describe the joy of the perfectly combined flavors we experienced in every bite. Travis was awesome and made our meal that much better. We will be back very soon. read more

Terrific spot in Dallas and an unexpected sushi delight. Dinner for three. We arrived early and had a drink at the bar. The bartender was from Nj so understood the northeast right away. Paired us with some terrific sake and transferred the bill to the table. Nice touch. This is s classy spot. We picked several dishes and shared the all. Mostly sashimi. We opted to do our own due to the variety of tastes and ingredients. What a terrific experience. Loved it. I highly recommend this place. read more

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I went ahead and made a reservation for me and my boyfriend after reading their precautions during the pandemic. Dining room was cut by about half and everyone had their masks on. One of the most memorable dishes from our 10 chef's omakase tasting was the avocado beets. It was something we have never tasted before while being extremely flavorful. The prices are on the higher side ($240 for the omakase) but definitely a must-try if you are craving authentic Japanese dishes. read more

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Hands down the best omakase I've ever had... actually the best meal I've ever had. This could be my last meal and I'd be very happy. Reservations are booked 1-2 weeks out. Service is fantastic! Tables were distanced and all employees follow CDC guidelines. Just left the restaurant and I'm already planning my next visit back. Highly recommended! read more

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It had been a long time since I had been to Uchi. It's always a bit difficult to get reservations. I have to say that their menu and choices are outstanding. I rarely eat anything that I wouldn't order again. The food is fresh. The removal of one star is for the rudeness of the hostess. She is outside. She asked for my name for contact tracing and I declined. From there she had a major attitude and in a very demeaning tone explained that I had to wear my mask as I walked to my outside table and if I had to go inside to use the restroom. I'm not sure why she had to speak to me in this way. I'm there, smile on my face giving you my money after I'm sure you were closed for a few months. She should in turn, have a smile on her face and be polite. I don't need a lecture before I'm about to drop a few hundred bucks minimum on dinner. There's definitely a way to say it without being rude and condescending. read more

Best dining experience I've ever had. Our waiter was incredible and truly elevated the experience. Food was amazing and great atmosphere. read more

Uchi Dallas - Japanese Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Nice ambiance with friendly service. Reservation is highly recommended. The decor is very up to date and beautiful. We were here for happy hour drinks and menus. The food is very good read more

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I came here solo on a weekday for a treat-yoself omakase dinner. It's a bustling place even at 5:30pm on a Wednesday, and I'm super glad they could squeeze me in. I sat at the bar and was attended to by Donovan, who gamely assembled me an omakase based on my preferences ($100~ budget, I eat everything, I love strong flavored fish like mackerel, and prefer traditional Edomae style nigiri to toppinged-out pieces). As someone who has been to some really stellar locations in NYC (eg Yoshino, Sushi Noz, Nakazawa), the sushi here is definitely not at the same standard - nor is it trying to be. The rice got slightly too mushy as the meal progressed, and the fish had chewy sinewy bits occasionally. But I enjoyed the conversation I had with Donovan, and there were a few standouts (baby squid, fried shrimp head, yellowtail.) Service here is top notch and it's a nice bustling place to be part of a scene and have a good time! read more

LOVE THIS PLACE! First let me say our server, Francis was bomb! He was knowledgeable and accommodating. This place has it all; the food and atmosphere are fantastic. We had ebi, onions, karage, same, sushi, sashimi, and the king crab specialty dish. Every single item was a hit! We went to Nobu looking for this feel, and I can't tell you how Nobu came up short in every single way. I would definitely spend my money here any time. When you go, ask to sit in Francis's section. By the end of my meal, I felt like Francis and I we're friends. He's for sure a foodie, and he will not steer you wrong. I'm sorry there are no pics, but we were hungry. read more