This place is still my fav. The inside is a casual vibe for a sushi place but the prices and taste is by any means casual. This is actually one of my favorite sushi spots in Houston. The service is great and the servers are similar with the dishes. There's a parking garage where you can park and it does cost money. I think I saw valet too but i don't think it is complimentary. They change up the menu every once in a while or try new things out. They have daily special on the menu. They have plenty of drinks and even zero proof. Their Brussel sprouts is truly one of the best I've ever had. They were like marinated and drenched in sweet chili and lemon. I tried the a5 hot rock waygu and that was very tasty. Flavors and texture was there I could taste the quality. My favorite was the a5 Uni nigiri. This just melted in my mouth. I tried the waygyu tartare and the bread it came with made this dish it was buttery or milky soft and tossed. The actual meat was grinded up like you'd expect and it was okay just the bread really made this dish. I also loved the kanpachi crudo. It was just the right amount of sauce that leveled up the amberjack and the pineapple brighten the dish. I tried the flounder on the daily special menu and that was not it. This had to be the worse thing I tried. The cilantro broth was too heavy and the cilantro flavors were overpowering. The flounder even tasted dry. I received a free crab roll and this was tasty. Had the hamachi chili which the hamachi is always my favorite with the chilis and pineapple. The blue fin otoro was also one of my favorites. I just love the melt in your mouth textures. The salmon belly was okay. I tried the collar bone fish (Hama Kama) and that was fire. You're suppose to scoop out the fish. It's very easy to pick off the fish it was so soft and fall off the bone. The sauce it came with reminded me of nuoc mam but its sesame vinegar. It paired really well with the fish. read more

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They have a happy hour menu that goes from 4-6p that's really affordable and pretty extensive for a happy hour. The server said they're expanding to NYC next year (2027) so that will be fun. Parking is available (paid) across the street at an underground covered garage - you can use tap payment at the kiosk while exiting; it's automatic via your license plate. I think $4.25 for an hour and a half. hama chili - 3 pieces of yellowtail sashimi. best dish I tried walu walu - strong fishy taste, very heavy sakana tempura - an extremely rich, fried, very very heavy taste. I couldn't stomach eating more than 2 of them although they do seem to be cooked to perfection it's an extremely fatty dish. salmon makimono - interesting addition of mint to the roll; wasn't a huge fan of the collection of flavors but good quality fish/ingredients. read more

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Friendly staff, enthusiastic service, intimate atmosphere! Came to Uchi as part of a group dinner with a set coursed menu. The food was fantastic-- fresh, clean, and well complimenting flavors. The highlight for us was the Chutoro nigiri. Despite a classic combination of flavors, the ginger they used had a fresh and spicy kick which we all enjoyed, paired with melt in your mouth fish. The coursed dinner proved that you can't really go wrong with any of the menu items at Uchi, they're all made with simple ingredients which are prepared and paired well. Is it the best sushi restaurant in Houston? Unfortunately not... but are they in the runnings? 100% The vibes at Uchi are intimate. Regardless of if it's a date or a group dinner, the environment really brings everyone together... the bustling conversations throughout the dining room is evidence of that. Rating: 9/10, rounded up for 5 stars for great service and simply great ingredients read more

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Delicious omasake experience! We also ordered the shag roll from the menu. Would definitely recommend the happy hour omakase! It's filling, well-timed out courses, and a reasonable price for the amount of food. Ambiance is perfect for a fun date. Hype music but not too loud where you can't hear your date. Service is very very good. Every waiter is attentive, friendly, and welcoming. read more

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This is my second time coming to Uchi. I was greeted by the hosts when I walked in and was taken care of. The staff were so friendly and they made sure to check on us while we were enjoying our meals. I went during happy hour which there was a lot of great deals. I got the omakase for 2 and it was worth it. I was excited to see what we were going to get next. The salmon nigiri was my favorite.We also got the Hama Kama and the flavor was amazing. It was so soft and the fish fell off the bone. I would definitely go back here especially if you are coming to celebrate for a special occasion. read more

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Everything is great here: foods, service, and ambiance! We have been here couple times. We couldn't book at 6pm. Our reservation is 4:30pm. Still very crowded. We got valet parking, they waived our parking fee. Will definitely come back! read more

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The best way to enjoy Uchi is to go the somakase route! We come once in awhile and all we need to do is find a reservation and sit down and let the servers know what we like/dislike and they do the rest! They check in with you after 10 courses or so to see how hungry you are and gauge what they put in based on hunger! The caviar service is fantastic!! The ostetra caviar is briny and salty, without any of the fishiness! It comes with fried potato cubes that I feel takes away from the caviar, but they're great alone! I even asked for ketchup one day to finish them - fyi, nobody has ketchup in the kitchen . We usually lean towards more of the raw stuff and the crudos and sushi bites are always fantastic! Depending on your server, the things they send in might be different! Ambiance is casual, dimly lit and romantic.. but service is pretty fantastic the last few times we've been. Not a huge fan of the cocktails but we always make up for it with a bottle of wine or sake! They have a new dessert - a cilantro granita over a panna cotta with honey crumbs underneath. It is so refreshing, unique and the flavors are fantastic - not too sweet! Make reservations or try your luck at the bar for drop-in dining! read more

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Had a reservation at Uchi. Seated once the entire party arrived. Got our drink orders in quick. - Espresso martini was pretty good & miso carajillo was better after mixing! It took a while before food orders were placed. Luckily everything came out at a good pace. Service was excellent and staff was friendly. - Ora king salmon (1 big piece) - least fave, worth trying once tho - Muki hotate gunkan (scallop & avocado) - got a 2nd round since they were that good Sashimi 6pc - Madai: Good but scales/crispy texture threw me off - can't decide which was my fave between Akami (tuna) & Sake toro (salmon belly) - Unagi nigiri was great (slightly crispy) - Zero sen maki: roll was delicious, unique flavors! - Enjoyed the brussel sprouts. - Hot rock (wagyu 6pc): just like the name, that's where you cook the meat for a few seconds haha - Hama chili (yellowtail paired w/ orange): this was amazing They brought a complimentary dessert for a friend celebrating her birthday! Dessert: Fried milk ice cream (3pc) - melts in your mouth! Honestly each person should order their own portion for this! Can't wait to dine at Uchi again! read more

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Stop 3 on an unexpected happy hour tour! Let's just say what I thought would be a 2 hour catch up at another spot turned into a full on girls night. We had already eaten but all desperately wanted a lychee martini. So we walked over and met the sweetest worker who told us we could hang out on the patio if we wanted a more relaxed vibe since we weren't planning on ordering food. This was perfect since we weren't also planning to do our small gifts exchange! We ran into a couple of guys who wanted to join in the fun and ended up getting us another round of a specialty margarita. While we were surprised there were no actual lychees the cocktail was still beautiful and even included an edible flower. Will come back for dinner read more

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Uchi is one of those places that is consistently delicious and keeps me coming back! I've been many times and always have a really fun server but this time, ours was definitely good and knowledgeable but just lacked that "so glad you're here" personality. I didn't realize how much that makes an impression on your dining experience. The restaurant is upscale with sophisticated atmosphere. Everything I ordered was delicious and expertly crafted. My favorite of the evening was the lobster laksa! read more

Uchi Houston - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I loveddd their happy hour! We ordered lychee martinis which were super good, and a margarita on their menu which was yummy. The only downside is that they don't include a lychee in them(bummer!) However, our waitress was so sweet! I can't remember her name, but she worked Friday evening. She was very personable, and super friendly. I'll definitely be back for food next time. read more

Uchi Houston - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Husband wanted to do an impromptu date night in the middle of the week, and we've always heard so much about Uchi he decided that's where he wanted to go! He was able to get reservations for the next day, even though they showed fully booked they were able to fit us in when we called them, which we really appreciated. I'm always a bit nervous with places that serve sushi because there's never much on the menu for me- I don't do seafood. And understandably I can't expect them to cater to non-seafood eaters at a seafood place. However, Uchi has so many options! They even have a vegetarian menu. My friends had told me to be sure to try the Gyutoro, it's this 72 hour wagyu beef sashimi, and when they bring it out they explain the way to eat it is to flip inside down and get a feel for the seasoning on the bottom. It was melt in your mouth delicious. We were so happy with that dish we ordered more. We also had the A5 Hot Rock with wagyu and it was such a fun concept. They bring out a hot stone, and raw wagyu beef, that you cook yourself tableside on top of the stone, it instantly starts to sizzle when the beef touches it. It's interesting because this was also Wagyu beef but the flavors and taste were entirely different from the other dishes we had ordered. We enjoyed this and was a fun concept. We had edamame which was standard fare, onion ring tempura- nice and crispy, gyumaki and for dessert we had the fried milk dessert. We enjoyed everything we ordered. Our server did seem in a hurry to rush us out, maybe that's because we were worked in when they were showing sold out? We had a great time though and can't wait to try more on the menu. read more

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Who knew Uchi did house calls...and I'm not talking door dash. I recently had the pleasure of attending a birthday celebration in the form of an amazing dinner party for my brother and sis-n-law at their home. I mean wow...it's been over a week but I'm still thinking about this phenomenal experience. The Uchi team was exceptional and professional. From the chefs, cooks and host and servers they were on their game from start to finish. The champagne, sake and wine was flowing nonstop the entire evening. Every single dish of the 10 course tasting menu was phenomenal but my favorites included the Hama chilli, sake crudo and the wagyu tataki which was my favorite bite of the night. The dessert was the cherry on top to a perfect dining experience and we barely had room to finish it all. There was so much food! After the meal, the kitchen was clean, without a trace and they were gone out the back door within minutes. It was truly bewildering how quickly they just disappeared. They left us full, happy and satisfied. If you can swing it, I highly recommend this experience at your home. Everything was truly beautiful and sooooooo good. read more

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Now that was some good fish. The evening started as most do with me trying to find parking. I had heard that the self parking at the garage across the street can have issues with cell reception there and since it's QR code pay deal, this could be an issue as it has been for others. Valet was complimentary but I knew we'd be there more than 3 hours which I had read was the limit. So we decided to do street parking. Dicey dicey dicey neighborhood with some cars spray painted and some houses abandoned. But we took our chances and parked a couple blocks north of the restaurant. Thankfully the car was still there and in tact by the night's end. We went for a group event. They had sushi making together with an Omekase menu. The bar tender told us before the event that the sushi making is usually a contest and she was right. Guess who won. Heh heh. Pro tip - I think as long as your sushi is reasonably decent looking, then the way you decorate the dish with the sauce will decide your fate. And yes you do get to eat your sushi when finished! The Omakase had so many dishes. And it was one of the few times I can honestly say I got kinda full during a Japanese meal. We even had desert which was fried milk and so delicious. The a5 wagyu was my favorite with the various Nigiri that you gotta eat it upside down per their instruction. The hot stone beef was fun to make. And so many other dishes that I really can't recall. I was going to take pics but it was a classy event. Nobody pulling out the cameras as it's probably everyday fare for the others. But for this po boy it was a once in a lifetime experience! read more

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Uchi is a tried and true classic. Innovative and inventive. They have dishes you would only find here which is always exciting. They have a extensive selection of NA cocktails which is rare in Houston. Our server was super kind and attentive and the only hiccup in service was the 20 min wait we had for our table but they made up for it. For drinks - I got the jonetsu which was a tropical NA cocktail. I basically chugged it. Highly recommend. For dinner I got the biendo and ham and eggs. Although both were delicious, I would say the ham and eggs was the stand out. Crunchy, rich - a very bold but approachable dish. I loved the egg yolk custard. It reminded me of a proper aioli but far more refined. For dessert we got the honey toast which was a bit of a let down. The bread was similar to Texas toast. Texas toast with peanut butter and a small hint of ice cream. I wish I ordered the fried milk ice cream - so much regret. Overall, love Uchi! read more

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Everyone tells me Uchi is "the best" sushi in Houston. The complimentary valet and upscale interior & vibes were nice, and the menu was simple too. Our favorite was definitely the wagyu tartare. The raw fish were good but underwhelming for the hype I was told. The toro didn't look fatty enough and didn't "melt" in my mouth like most toro I've tried. The beef on hot rock was tough and chewy. Other sushi we ordered tasted fine but nothing special. Another item I loved was the walu walu. The fish was warm and yummy in the sauce. Overall probably 3.5/5 read more

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My friend and I did the happy hour omakase. Make sure you bring your valet ticket in for free validation because they will stamp your ticket at check in. I liked how they led us to a different room for the omakase that only sat about ten people so it was very intimate. We did feel rushed when it came to the first half of our service because we were the only people there so they were making our sushi really quickly and then significantly slowed down after. It felt a bit like whiplash. The staff were kind and friendly and made us a mocktail based on our taste preferences. I would say my favorite bites were actually not on the omakase menu. It was mostly for the experience. I wish they went in order of the list but I understand there were other factors at play. I probably would not come again because I had higher expectations. read more

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We came here on a Saturday for dinner after making a reservation. Located in Montrose, valet parking is shared with couple other businesses near by and could take a while when it's time to get your car back. The interior was contemporary and inviting. While there is an omakase option, we decided to explore the menu ourselves with the help of our knowledgeable server. As one of the higher end sushi spot in town, the quality of the ingredients were excellent. The non-traditional take on Japanese cuisine offered some creative flavor combinations. Some of my personal favorites are: Hamachi cold dish with peppercorn, wagyu tartare, Hokkaido uni, muki-hotate and karage (sadly they no longer serve foie gras) Other items that were not as impressive: akami te (while other cold tasting menu item with fruit worked very well, I'm not a fan of the watermelon&tuna combo on this one), walu walu (while the escolar was cooked well, the flavor didn't really stand out compared to other items we tried), wagyu tataki (this was sadly very overcooked, the meat was dry and chewy) We went ham on the dessert and tried one of each. You really can't go wrong with any of them, but my top 2 are fried milk and warm banana cake. read more

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Celebrating a milestone birthday isn't something that happens every day, so we chose to mark the occasion at Uchi. The ambiance struck a balance between upscale and lively--elegant yet a bit on the louder, more casual side. We opted to sit at the counter, which is my personal favorite spot. It offers a front-row seat to the action and a chance to interact with the chefs as they prepare each dish with precision. We ordered Satsuma and Tokyo 75 for our drinks. The satsuma had sweeter taste and the Tokyo was more sparkling. Both were fruity and delicious. We really enjoyed the somakase option--everything our chef selected was excellent. There was a thoughtful balance of hot and cold dishes, and we left feeling satisfied but not overly full. One highlight was the contrast of flavors: the sweet burst from the orange slices paired beautifully with the spicy kick of the Hama chili dish - one of my favorites. There was a minor hiccup with our cilantro preference--the chef had forgotten to inform the staff, so two dishes arrived with cilantro. One had to be spat out with a nigiri. The other hot dish we caught in time and were able to send it back while the server was still at the table. As a gesture of goodwill, they surprised us with caviar, which we really appreciated. That said, there was a bit of confusion when the waiter mentioned at the end that the caviar was to celebrate a birthday, leaving us unsure of the actual reason and left us feeling like we were missing out on a freebie. It would've been nice to know whether it was truly a gift for the occasion or an apology for the oversight--especially since tasting something I specifically asked to avoid, on my birthday no less, wasn't ideal. For dessert, we tried the fried milk. While it was tasty, the portion--just three small balls--made it feel more like an accent to the rich chocolate mousse it came with, rather than a standout dish on its own. Pre-tip, the total for two drinks, the 10-course somakase, and dessert came to $350. Overall, it was a good experience, but clearer communication around the caviar and more attention to dietary preferences could have elevated it to a true five-star night. read more

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Had such a great time here with a few friends. Our sweet waiter was so nice, welcoming and had so many great recommendations. Our favorite dishes were definitely salmon belly, kanojo crudo, ENGAWA, hotate, and the hama chili!!! Everything pairs great with hot sake and Sapporo light. The fried milk was also sooooooo delicious. Would definitely recommend to come here for a date night or for a girls date. We had so much fun and everything was so delicious. Can't wait to come back. read more

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I have been to Uchi a handful of times and every time is a different but amazing experience! The food is a 100/10! If you're a sushi lover this is like the ultimate high end sushi restaurant. Their lychee martins, rolls, entrees and nigiri is impeccable. The wait staff is SOOOO knowledgeable and accommodating. They were so helpful in making recommendations, timing all the food and even gave us complimentary dishes each time. The ambiance is very dark inside but the omakase and normal dining is a top notch experience. Their menu also changes time to time! read more

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Had such a great time at Uchi Houston! The ambiance is lively, the staff knows their menu inside and out, and the food... wow. Every plate was fresh, balanced, and full of creativity. Perfect for sharing with friends. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Went here for a birthday dinner and had the best experience, everything was amazing and well balanced! All the fish tasted clean and fresh and cuts were clean! I enjoyed the atmosphere and service was great too! read more

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I used to really love going to uchi but ever since Uchiko opened up across town I much prefer that. It's easier to get a reservation, has a full bar (though at our dinner we got a flier with our check that said full bar is coming to Uchi this month) and the parking isn't a full on nightmare. The food here is pretty great, but they won't seat you without your entire party present and often you are actually waiting 10-15 min for your table to be ready with no great option for where to actually wait. The parking situation is out of hand now with 4+ restaurants on that corner all using the same valet. After dinner it took us over 15 to get the car. Had a fun dinner here sitting at the sushi bar with a friend but I'm not sure it was worth all the other inconveniences. read more

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Excellent. One of the best sushi places that I've ever visited. Everything was delicious. Loved that all the sushi came with a unique sauce already applied. Service was great exceptional. I believe his name was Michael; he was knowledge about all of the dishes that we had which elevated the experience. Ambiance is trendy, cool kids. read more

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We have been to Uchi several times before for Omakase, but this time we wanted to order individual items - and we left very satisfied. We celebrated our 7th year anniversary at Uchi last weekend. Our reservation was towards the end of happy hour (4-6pm), I'm SO glad we got some orders in time! The Happy Hour menu is such a great value, and weekends are not excluded. I absolutely love the blue crab handroll and blue fin tuna handroll on the happy hour menu, I don't think the regular menu has handrolls. Of course the nigiris are amazing! I always love the little touches the chef adds to each nigiri piece. Hamachi and Madai will always be my favorite, but we did try some of the Toyosu nigiri items this time and they did not disappoint! The Suzuki nigiri stood out from that selection for sure. For dessert, we got the OG fried milk and a new item (recommended by our waiter), Strawberry Honey Okashi. It has strawberry flavored crunched, with olive oil cake and burnt honey. I fell in love with it immediately! The cake is really really good. The restaurant was really busy when we were there, but it was during happy hour on a Saturday so I was not surprised. We still received exceptional service, and food came out at a good pace. The only complaint really is it's hard to hear the description of the food because of all the noise. But that was not a big deal. TLDR: Come during happy hour 4-6pm! Oh! And we were gifted 2 pcs of Madai nigiri for our anniversary celebration. So fitting and so very sweet. read more

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Uchi in Montrose compares fairly well to the Austin location I love. The sushi is fresh, beautifully presented, and the flavors are solid. Service is attentive and the atmosphere is sleek, making it a very enjoyable dining experience. Definitely a top-notch option for quality sushi in Houston. read more

Absolute MUST when in Houston! Amazing experience. Be sure to sit at the sushi bar. Koi was our chef/server and she was fantastic! Walked us through the menu, made recommendation and was above and beyond world class. You really can't go wrong with anything on this menu. read more

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I remember coming here almost a decade ago before I started Yelp and I didn't remember anything specific other than it was expensive and tasty. Coming back here again with a friend to just celebrate our friendship, it was a whole different meaning. Of course, I expected the price. Everything we ordered was delicious. The server offered to do a sumokase for us and we basically give a price range and she'll order everything in that price range for us. She asked what we liked and didn't like and everything she ordered came out and it was delicious and to perfection. The ambiance is like a candle lit dinner. It was cozy and nice. Perfect for occasions but not for everyday outing. Would definitely return on a special occasion. read more

Did the tasting menu and it did not disappoint. Also samples a few happy hour drinks and food items. Service was incredible. Parking is valet or street parking on a few near by streets. There is bar seating or booths depending on the vibes you are looking for. Can't wait to come back to try more! read more

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NEVER. MISSES !!!! so so good - always a positive experience even when they're so busy! was able to barely sneak in the bar at happy hour & had a lovely selection! very efficient meal! read more

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Beautiful restaurant, EXCELLENT service, and Fantastic food with a great presentation! The sushi was so fresh and the fish glistened. It just melted in your mouth and the presentation of the meal was great. The staff explained each sushi plate that came and were very polite and professional. One of the best sushi restaurants I've been to! The fried milk dessert and banana bread dessert were excellent! read more

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Writing this review to validate some fan favorites! The Hama Chili is fresh, perfectly textured, and flavored just right with slight tang. The Hot Rock is fun to experience as the meat cooks right in front of you and also tastes delicious. The Kinoko Nabe (with gyutoro) is another popular item - this felt more like a fried-rice-like filler for me. The Walu Walu and Zero Sen were pretty good. The Foie gras and Unagi nigiri are always so delicious with a hint of sweet. And lastly, the banana cake for desert is *chef's kiss* - the perfect way to end your night at Uchi! There is no question that this place is a popular spot for upscale sushi. Service is always top-notch. Will keep updating my list as I try new items each time we visit :) read more

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I have been to Uchi several times and it never disappoints. From the fun and cool atmosphere to the excellent food it always hits. Service was great and I like that all the servers help each other out so there is always someone to get you what you need when you need it. We went during happy hour (which I highly recommend as they have some of their most popular items for great prices) and got some off the main menu as well. Walu Walu - 10/10, ordered another it was so good Hot rock wagyu - 8/10, it was good but it was off the main menu and we thought our happy hour choices were better Hama chili - 10/10, so fresh and delicious Spicy tuna roll - 9/10, solid roll and fresh Crab hand roll - 9/10, I'm a big hand roll girl read more

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Had a great experience at Uchi once again! I took a friend here for their birthday, and even though it took a little longer than usual for our waiter to check on us (it was a busy Friday night), everything else was excellent and we didn't mind. They surprised us with a nice complimentary birthday treat, which was such a thoughtful touch. Highlights for me are still the Hamachi Chili, scallops, and fried milk--absolutely amazing! The shishito peppers were tasty too, just a bit salty toward the bottom, but it really depends on what drink you pair with it (probably perfect with sake). Also loved that valet parking is complimentary--super convenient. Can't wait to come back again and try more dishes! read more

Uchi Houston - Jasmine cream, Fried Milk - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Fine Dining Vegan Sushi? Say less! The food, service, and ambiance are all 10/10 so I'll keep it short. Here are my favorite items, all vegan, in descending order: Mushroom rice Avocado nigiri Tomato nigiri Edamame Trumpet mushroom Tapioca dessert Grilled shasito peppers read more

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Updating my review one more time so I remember what I want to order next time! I recently went here for dinner with a large party and my favorite thing we ordered was the Tempura Kabocha. It was perfectly crunchy and well seasoned. I also enjoyed the Sake Toro Nigiri which was a fatty tuna. We also ordered a few of my favorites from my last visit including the Brussels Sprouts, Hama Chili, Walu Walu, and Fried Milk. read more

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My husband and I are completely blown out of the water from uchi's service and food!!! We haven't tried uchi for a while since we were pretty loyal to a different sushi spot but this place especially at happy hour changed the game!! Uchi's 9 course $120 for 2 omakase is great value and variety. We added some a la carte on top of this and were full after. Absolutely loved everything we had and the servers enhanced the experience 1000%. From how you eat the course to how sweet they were - we loved the experience from servers and the food itself. Great quality fish and wagyu. Phenomenal bites. The service treats you so nice especially when you are celebrating something special! We will absolutely be back. read more

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We went to Uchi in a few weeks ago, this place was pricey, so while the food was good, it probably was a bit overpriced. Food: We had 8 different items I will rank them from best to worst, based on flavor. 1. A5 Wagyu Hot Rock This was by far the best, it's raw and you cook it on the rock. We tried about 30 seconds per side. The only downside was there is ALOT of smoke that comes off, so sit upwind of it. The meat was super tender and i've found that A5 is rich enough that you actually dont want an entire 16 oz of it, otherwise you'll feel too full. Its essentially meat butter and this balanced out richness and portion well. 2. Scallop This was a warm scallop seared and served in a sort of corn paste. I liked that it wasn't just another beef fat scallop and they clearly tried to pair it with a different form of savory flavor. The corn is not very sweet or creamy, so it sort of blankets the scallop in flavor, with a smooth scallop cut. 3. Hama Chili This one was served in a spicy jalapeño sauce with fresh oranges, which helped balance out the sauce. It wasn't a gradual build sauce, but more of a one punch pierce flavor. The fish was very tender, and not overpowering, the real star of this dish is the sauce and fruit. 4. Oysters The oysters were certainly good, but nothing overly fancy. It is a large oyster, but they were around $12 each, would probably pass on these next time. 5. Gyutoro (steak sashimi) This is essentially the cooked version of the A5 hot rock, the steak is a little bigger and lower fatty content. It's hot and doesnt bind super well with the rice, so it just felt odd to eat, not an amazingly creative concept. 6. Nigiri Very standard for nigiri, but would NOT recommend the amberjack, as it was very fishy tasting. The tuna chutoro and otoro were quite good, melt in the mouth with fat. 7. Pork Belly We liked this dish, but since it came out last, we were a bit full. It wasn't too fatty or too dry like alot of pork belly at restaraunts is. The garnish on top was a turnip, I believe, which didnt add alot to the dish. 8. Crunch Tuna Roll We probably shouldnt have ordered this. It was fine, but very bland. The sauce was a weird rioux style flavor, which I didn't think meshed well with the roll. The tuna wasn't anything amazing, the nigiri was much better. Desserts: Fried Milk This was like a fried ball of leche milk, where you bite into it and it explodes out. Very rich and creamy, but not too sweet or thick. The chocolate on top was very nice as well and we liked the hot/cold style of the ice cream. Banana Cake This was more banana bread style with vanilla ice cream and some granola crumbles. Very good for those that want a dessert that isnt just some chocolate/caramel sugar explosion. The bread was sweet but not too dense, and the ice cream picked up granola crumbles well. Service: Our server was excellent, and was able to guide us on portions and timing. We never had a moment where we had too many plates or were waiting on plates. She even talked us down from two scallops to one, saying it was big enough that we could easily share- and she was right. I really appreciated that she wasn't upselling and she clearly knew the menu well enough to give some good pointers such as the Hama Chili also. Ambiance: This is a somewhat odd ambiance because it is more of a upscale restaurant on the inside with an omakase bar up front. We ate at a table, but the bar looked very crowded, so we were happy with the space. I would say that it wasn't too loud or too quiet, definitely standard ambient noise. It's mildly dark inside, we sat down around sunset and the natural light penetration slowly decreased. read more

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