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    4.4 (2.6k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 11:00 PM
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    Daisy P.

    Stopped by during happy and did the "Signature Tasting" happy hour omakase 9 course tasting for 2 fora total of $120 10/10 recommend, it is perfect We ordered some extra happy hour items but all in all it was worth it. Had such a good experience I will go back! Intimate dark inside, bar seating available where you can view chefs cook. Waiter was so friendly, he mentioned you can do a Somakase where create your own tasting and you can give them a budget and any preferences or allergies & they can create an experience for you! Will be going back to do a Somakase!

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    Kathy D.

    Had a great experience at Uchi! Service was quick and every dish came out at a good pace. The kinoko nabe with gyutoro was definitely my favorite bite of the night -- so flavorful and comforting. We did the happy hour omakase for $120 for two people and it was absolutely worth it. Such a perfect date night spot! There's a parking garage at the Montrose Collective that you can park in for a fee!

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    Jennifer Y.

    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.

    Mailynn V.

    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.

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    Neal M.

    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

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    Riley E.

    Uchi Houston might've been my best dining experience thus far. My partner and I came for our anniversary and had an extraordinary time dining with them. Our server was named Tyler, and he was very accommodating and knowledgeable of the menu. We had so many dishes, from the Walu Walu to the Wagyu every bite was perfection. When we were served each dish we were instructed on how best to eat it and a detailed description of its ingredients. I loved this aspect, we got to fully understand the process and get a well rounded experience. Uchi's ambient lighting and gorgeous interiors make for the perfect date night spot. My partner and I have already booked another reservation to come back in June!

    Nida H.

    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.

    Stephanie I.

    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.

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    Tiffany H.

    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!

    Valencia H.

    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

    Yasmin S.

    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.

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    Kiran A.

    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.

    Nicki M.

    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!

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    What is the dress code for women?

    Whatever you want it to be

    Do they really open at 4pm now?

    Heck yeah

    Do you still have patio seating?

    No, they do not but check out their adjoining bar.

    How much is the omakase?

    $175 as of May 2024

    Is social hour offered on the weekends as well?

    Yes

    Is the full menu also available during happy hour?

    If the question is about the food, then they have a Happy hour menu, both vegetarian or vegan and regular

    Is there outdoor seating?

    No I don't believe there is sorry :(

    Is there still a corking fee?

    No I don't believe so but don't absolutely quote me on that! But we'll worth it I promise!

    Is the happy hour till 6 or 6:30pm?

    Hi Jenny. Happy hour ends at 6pm now.

    Does this restaurant offer tatami floor seating?

    No they don't its a more modern sushi restaurant. You might want to try Teppay

    How much is valet parking?

    Its complimentary, you just have to let the valet service know that you are visiting Uchi.

    I love sushi, but my partner does not. Do they have dishes available for people who don't eat raw fish or raw meat? Anything cooked that's not sushi? The menu is a bit difficult to understand.

    They have many cooked items that are delicious. Not everything is raw but I wouldn't suggest Omakase "Chef's choice" because it is mostly raw

    I see in curbside menu that there's Omakase for $150.... if that for one person or is that a bundle because it mentions for two?

    We didn't have the Omakase curbside, but dined in. They're small plates, so the dishes will prob avg 2 pieces or so.

    I noticed recent pictures of to go sushi it doesn't look good. Could they serve with ice? After all it's raw fish and ice isn't a huge overhead.

    My wife and I were there tonight. Quality was excellent. As good as always. Less of a crowd as expected.… Read more

    Is Uchi still offering happy hour?

    Yes, Uchi is honoring their Sake Social menu everyday between 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM CT.

    How dressy is dressy attire?

    Upscale casual. I wouldn't go here in shorts and flip flops, but the crowd is definitely on the dressier side. They're pretty relaxed, so a cool hipster vibe works well too.

    Can someone eat at the bar without a reservation?

    Yes, there are two bars, one that's geared more to drinking but you can still order food and then the sushi bar, which is where you want to be obviously. the earlier you go, the easier it is to get a good spot. You might have to wait 10-15 minutes… Read more

    What time do you have to start lining up to get first or second place in the sake social line? I know it's offered from 5 to 6:30 but there's a huge line every day when I pass by! Also where in the restaurant is the best place to sit? Thanks!

    Generally the wait isn't very long these days. I just went 2 Wednesdays ago, and we just happened to get there 5 minutes before opening (wasn't really trying to get there early), and we were third in line. Seated immediately.

    How much is the chef's tasting menu?

    The price of the tasting menus vary daily, but the 5-6 course "favorites" menu is generally $75 for two people and the 10 course omakase is about $100/pp. If you're looking to dine with a specific budget, the servers or chefs at the sushi bar can… Read more

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    Aiko

    Aiko

    4.5
    (338 reviews)
    1.8 mi
    Locally owned & operated
    Free parking

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

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

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    Himari

    Himari

    4.3
    (118 reviews)
    5.3 mi
    $$

    How damn cute! They go over the top with their to go/delivery packaging…read more Sushi is good and travels well. The edamame was a great surprise - not your typical boiled and salt. It was that but also charred on a grill that added a little plus plus. We'll order from them again.

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

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    Koi

    Koi

    4.5
    (286 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$$

    Amazing all around! Decor was refined and modern throughout the entire dining floor…read more Fish were all super fresh and delicious! Also had to highlight their house made soy sauce which was extremely umami, very unique and sets this place slightly apart from the many other sushi joints in its range Truffle crab chawanmushi was certainly a top highlight for me as well - rich truffle oil with the perfectly light steamed egg and sweet crab chunks, just an incredible dish and I could have easily eaten several of these The uni was also extremely fresh and buttery and was nice even for someone who doesn't usually like uni In the same class and range as places like Kata Robata and I would say it's a strong rival! Would come back again!

    A great spot for sushi in the Montrose area. They have a small parking lot in the front otherwise…read moreyou can find street parking in the neighborhood behind the restaurant. Easy to make resy online. The inside had low lightings, giving an intimate ambience. It wasn't too crowded when we were there on a weekday night. Menu had a variety to your usuals between sashmi, nigiri, maki, or cold tasting items. They also have a chef's feature menu. We ordered a few items to share: - Carbonara udon - Uni pasta - Royal chutoro maki - Wagyu and mushroom tarts - Toyosu sashimi platter - Salmon flight My favorite of the night. I am usually not a huge udon fan but the udon noodles were super soft and melts in your mouth. Probably one of the best udons I have had. We had to try the uni pasta when we saw it on the menu. A good amount of uni and the sauce was perfect with the pasta. For sashmi option, the Toyosu sashimi platter was a great choice that offer a variety of the chef's curated imported fresh Japanese sashimi. We also got the salmon flight which had 6 pieces of the salmon and salmon belly. Service was friendly and quick. Overall, a good spot for sushi in the Montrose area.

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    Aburi roll, el Diablo roll
    Aburi roll, el Diablo roll
    Crispy rice
    Crispy rice
    Yuzu Mojito

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    Tins

    Tins

    4.9
    (52 reviews)
    2.7 mi

    I had been eyeing Tins for a while and finally took the plunge - and I'm glad I did. It's a very…read moreunique "not sushi" omikase, with a very good character as the mastermind by the name of Chef Sky. I'm not sure what I enjoyed more: the food or the service but it was hands down one of my favorite omikase experiences I've ever had (and I've done this in Japan). There were very thoughtful dishes centering your staples like high quality tuna, salmon, scallops, and oysters. One thing that resonated with me was the laksa, which is a Malaysian style curry. Such a fun and unique experience, you'll definitely enjoy your time with chef Sky!

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

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    Tins
    Unlimited sake
    Unlimited sake
    Yellowtail (sweet garlic sauce)

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    Yellowtail (sweet garlic sauce)
    Kata Robata

    Kata Robata

    4.3
    (2.3k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$$

    Kata Robata absolutely lived up to its reputation. The sushi was incredibly fresh, beautifully…read morepresented, and every bite was outstanding. The nigiri was one of the highlights of the meal. The seaweed salad was unlike any I've had before, it featured about eight different types of seaweed and was beautifully presented. While it wasn't quite my personal favorite, I appreciated the creativity and quality. The true star of the meal was the miso black cod. It was perfectly cooked, buttery, flavorful, and literally finger-licking good. I would come back just for that dish. Excellent food, elegant presentation, and a memorable dining experience. I will definitely be back!

    Kata Robata used to be one of my favorite restaurants before I moved away from Houston. After…read morerecently moving back, I chose it for my birthday lunch with friend because I had such fond memories of dining there. Unfortunately, this visit was disappointing. I arrived about 20 minutes before opening and had to wait outside in Houston's summer heat 93'F. While there are a few benches, there is very little shade, and guests are not allowed to wait inside. When the restaurant opened, there was no clear system for seating guests. Even though I was first in line, several people rushed in ahead of me, making the process feel disorganized. The biggest issue involved a $300 gift card that my friend had received years ago. She simply asked the staff to check the balance. When the server returned, he told us the manager had cut the card in half and that the entire balance had to be used during that visit. What bothered me was the lack of communication. We were never informed of the policy before the card was invalidated. If that is the restaurant's policy, it should be explained clearly beforehand. As two ladies having lunch, spending $300 was difficult, so we ended up ordering far more food than we normally would. The sashimi was fresh but cut thinly than what I've had at comparable restaurants. The hamachi kama, chirashi, and lobster mac and cheese were good. The green tea soufflé cheesecake was the biggest disappointment. For $10, it consisted of three very small cubes and felt overpriced. The waitstaff were attentive, friendly and professional, which helped salvage the experience. However, between the uncomfortable wait outside, the chaotic seating process, and the poor handling of the gift card, this visit did not live up to my previous experiences. While I have many good memories of Kata Robata, I'm not sure I'll be returning anytime soon.

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    Back dining space
    Back dining space
    Lunch nigiri.
    Lunch nigiri.
    Okinawa Sun - strong AF

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    Okinawa Sun - strong AF

    Uchi Houston - sushi - Updated July 2026

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