Uchiko is the sister restaurant to Uchi, but with more of a focus on grilled and BBQ skewers. Some of the dishes I love at Uchi, like the Uchi salad and their famous fried milk, aren't on the menu here, but there was still plenty to enjoy. The raw fish was incredibly fresh, and we also had a few of the BBQ vegetables, which were great. Overall, a really lovely experience--the servers were attentive, and it was the perfect spot for a relaxed dinner catching up with a friend. ENJOY! PS: There is valet parking! Didn't see any street parking. :/ read more

Yea this place is more than just a fancy sushi spot. In fact, if all you are eating are maki rolls, you're really missing out. The vibes inside are very moody mid-century modern "Mad Men" vibes and our waiter as well the hostess were very welcoming and patient and happy we were there. Food time. The Furikake rice with the Gyutoro was really good. It was this perfect balance of first appearing to not seem special to omg this is incredible. It was just a subtle surprise that was really unexpected. The spicy crunchy tuna roll was the only sushi roll we ordered. It was very tuna forward and whatever they used to create that crunch on the exterior on the roll made it one of a kind. The Brussels smothered in their fish caramel sauce was rather delightful. The sauce wasn't fishy at all and the sauce wasn't too much. Really happy with this dish. The shrimp Karaage however was heavily sauced and did overpower the dish for us. It was really unfortunate because the fried shrimp on its own you could tell would have been great. If I ever order this again, I'll ask for the sauce on the side. The real star of the show for us was the Iberico cooked inside their hearth. The pork was cooked exceptionally and you could taste the smoke in it. But that broth it was it was sitting in, they could build a whole ramen dish around this in my opinion. Excellent dish. Can't wait to come back and explore some more. read more

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My wife took me here for a pre-Father's Day dinner (today, the Saturday before), and unfortunately, it did not live up to the expectations or the premium price tag. Starting with the positives, our server did a fantastic job (9/10). The staff is attentive, professional, and well-trained. The ambiance and vibe of the restaurant are also quite nice, earning a solid 7/10. However, for a restaurant where the food is supposed to be the main rage, it completely missed the mark on value. The dishes are undeniably overpriced for what you get. While the presentation is high-end, the actual taste and quality of the sushi and nigiri were just "ok"--honestly, no better than what I've had at several other standard Japanese restaurants in the area. When you are paying top-dollar prices, the food needs to deliver an exceptional flavor experience, not just look pretty on a plate. I didn't feel the value matched what was paid tonight. Would I go back? It is an absolute "no" for me. Sorry Uchiko I know my review won't matter given the restaurant was pretty busy while we were there. read more

I've been dying to check this place out, and I'm so glad I got a chance to for happy hour! I simply seated myself at the bar and ordered a few bites. The bartender was super nice and the entire staff was friendly and helpful. The food was amazing. In the place was packed without being too loud. I can't wait to come back. read more

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Food was amazing here other than finding a bone in the appetizer. Service was great. The restaurant was very clean and you could see through the kitchen which was clean and very orderly. I really enjoyed this restaurant coming from California I believe we found a new place to enjoy sushi as the fish was fresh. read more

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LOVED Uchiko's happy hour menu! We got to try a variety of dishes, but the temaki salmon was hands down my favorite since it was so packed with flavor! Everything we tried was delicious, and the vibes and service were great. They also have a really nice seating area if you have to wait. Definitely will be back! read more

Uchiko Plano - Japanese Near Me - Plano, Texas

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I expected more... My friend and I sat at the bar to get the happy hour omakase for 2 (I believe it was $120). The portions of the 9 courses were very generous but it wasn't very fish/sushi forward and the flavors were very basic. A lot of the dishes were topped with an unnecessary amount of salt. Some of the dishes didn't quite make sense for an omakase (ex: steak frites?) Not sure I'd return. read more

The last few times I've been out to Legacy West, it has been solely for Uchiko. Super cool and modern atmosphere, just know you're in for a good time. A friend and I made it in for happy hour where we ordered the chicken karaage, truffle fries, blue crab hand roll and lychee martinis. The previous times I've been, I sat at the bar and had some of the most knowledgeable and attentive bartenders ever. We sat at a table this time and our server was not as attentive but I do like that each time a dish is delivered the server describes it to you. The charred lemon broccolini is divine but this go round I got a hand full of broccoli stalks for like $9. Still delicious but it was just a taste. The karaage is delicious. Crispy chicken thigh with a sweet glaze hit the spot. The truffle fries are probably some of the best I've ever had. They're a thicker fry so the truffle oil really permeates the tender fries. The blue crab tobiko is delicious as well. This time it had a charred shishito pepper inside which added a nice smoky spice. You cannot go wrong with the lychee martini. I always enjoy Uchiko and their uniquely delicious dishes. read more

Uchiko Plano - Karaage and truffle fries - Japanese Near Me - Plano, Texas

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Free sample sesame wonton crisp was great, I always look forward to them. The dip is super unique, never had that flavor profile before. Tempura was my fav, would get again. Fraiche that came with it was weird - not sure about that. Brussel sprouts were a bit burnt but the sauce was somewhat good? Karaage was good, the sauce they used had a pickle-y flavor Pomegranate jalapeno was okay but the yuzu honey (when stirred) was good, would get again Deconstructed mochi was good. Independent mochi bread at bottom was the best part, would get again Something about the savory options here don't strike me too well (I blame my bias with food in Japan) but the desserts and drinks are solid. Also gotta love the classy and dark ambiance when you can see the chefs work their magic. Great service too! read more

Uchiko Plano - Appetizer - Japanese Near Me - Plano, Texas

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Went for the $120 HH Omakase and we were not disappointed! All the portions are pretty generous. Our top favorites were the Wagyu, Nigiri, and Nigiri. They also had $3 Sake during and discounted cocktails for HH. 4 stars because the Nori was very chewy on the hand rolls making it really difficult to eat but besides that everything was perfection! read more

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Went to Uchiko for happy hour (4-6 pm) and really loved it! The flavors are unique and everything tasted super fresh! I also love the citrusy taste of some sauces. We got tuna and salmon nigiri, temaki rolls (salmon, yellowtail, blue crab), Hama chili, crispy rice (tuna and salmon) and karaage. Favorites were the tuna nigiri and crispy rice! Service was top notch too and very professional! read more

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Uchiko Plano is located in Legacy West, a fabulous shopping area. I stopped into this cozy restaurant for a meal prior to my flight home from Plano Tx. The cocktail called a Subarashi was so good that I had to have two. The server was attentive and quick (so that I did not miss my flight). I was early enough to order most of the food from the happy hour menu. This is great because I had small bites that were a delicious start, as well as a couple main menu items. Of course, I had to have the Wagyu beef dumplings, roasted carrots, and crispy rice avocado. This was the perfect dinner before grabbing my suitcase at the front desk. read more

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4 - 4.5 stars! Most of the food we tried was delicious but it definitely costs a pretty penny for relatively small plates / portions. My fiance and I visited on a Friday night with no reservation, and they were able to seat us at the sushi bar which we ended up loving. We started with just ordering an assortment of nigiri, a roll, and a main protein dish, after which we decided we needed more food so we got some more nigiri plus another roll. Everything here generally comes in small portions so it's great to share amongst people, but the prices add up for sure! All of the nigiri we had was fantastic, and the fish tasted super fresh. The two rolls we tried were the soft shell crab roll and the spicy crunchy tuna roll. Between these two, the soft shell crab roll was a definite highlight -- the crab was delicious and the fish sauce flavor really elevated the whole dish and made it super unique! The spicy crunchy tuna roll was pretty one-dimensional in terms of flavor and nothing to write home about. In addition to all of the seafood, we also got the short rib which was perfectly cooked and so tender & juicy. After our meal, we wrapped up with the milk + cereal dessert because I'm a sucker for anything milk and cereal related. This was so tasty and unlike anything I've had in the past, plus I really loved the fried milk! I did also want to add that they provided a complimentary starter (sesame chips) and pineapple yuzu soda at the beginning of our meal, and we also got complimentary wagyu nigiri as we were finishing our food. All of this was really good, and service throughout our meal was great in general! read more

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Fantastic deal for the happy hour omakase. Love love Uchi so much so was excited to try this place. Maybe 2-3 dishes overlap but for the most part it's a diff menu. I would say they have more hot food, a little more american- influence maybe? (Maybe jsut bc they have French fries). Overall- similar to Uchi- I love love their cold dishes/ sushi. I'm so so on their hot dishes. Service is good. Ambiance is good. read more

Extremely poor value for the price. $120 Omakase happy hour for two, and there was honestly nothing "happy" about it. The ingredients felt very basic and inexpensive for a Japanese restaurant, and aside from the final beef dish, nothing came close to justifying the price. Overall, service was good, food very disappointing. read more

Uchiko Plano - Japanese Near Me - Plano, Texas

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We ordered the omakase for two which is $150 per person (for a couple). I had high expectations for Uchiko since it is part of a very popular restaurant group. Compared to the other omakases I've experienced around the Dallas area and their price points, I thought Uchi was okay and there are other better omakases in the area. Their omakase included non-seafood options but I thought omakase should be heavy on the nigiri dishes. They also had a somakase option where you can change the non-seafood/seafood ratio in their omakase which is a great option if you don't eat a lot of fish! Their omakase showed a lot of the dishes that they offered but, personally, I expected more nigiris for their price point. Their service was amazing though! read more

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My first experience for happy hour at the bar was spectacular (from service to food and cocktails, 5/5)! But unfortunately my second visit here was not good at all from the hostess stand to the service provided at our table (2.5/5). The vibe/decor, food, and drinks were still solid, but as I value good service, I was beyond disappointed. To start, the hostess attitude was very off-putting . The bar was full, so I asked for a table, the hostess seemed annoyed that I did not have a reservation. After finding a table she rudely said we needed to be finished by 7 and asked where the other dining party was, I felt this was poor etiquette. Our server was not much better. I completely understand restaurants needing clarification regarding allergies, however the way the conversation was handled regarding my dairy' restriction felt off-putting. What really upset us, is sitting in between 2 tables that both had the same server as us, and watching them receive amazing and attentive service while received service that was completely below expectation. Overall our food and cocktails were great, the only complaint was my friend's very skimpy portion of broccolini compared to our previous visit. I do still enjoy Uchiko a lot, and I will not allow the poor service to keep me from returning, however the inconsistency is something I could not just ignore . If and when I do return, I will definitely just stick with the bar, as I preferred their service much better. read more

Outstanding server at bar. Great happy hour pricing. Overall wonderful place. Highly recommend but worried this gem will get overcrowded. read more

Uchiko Plano - $3 happy hour - Japanese Near Me - Plano, Texas

Decided to do a solo happy hour to treat myself. I love Uchiko and always will! I told them of my dietary restrictions which was all fully cooked items secondary to my pregnancy. Then they treated me like a whole queen with a complimentary appetizer and a shot of juice. Loved itttt!! Below are ratings from the last time I had uchiko. - Kinoko nabe with gyu toro (4/5) - Hearth roasted lobster (5/5) - P38 (4/5) - Grilled scallop (5/5) - Hearth roasted oysters (5/5) - unagi (5/5) - hotate (5/5) - hirame kombujime (5/5) - masu nigiri (4/5) - avocado nigiri (5/5) Okay I know avocado nigiri sounds weird but it's literally my favorite piece lol. So creamy and buttery and the flavor is A1!! Overall, uchiko is 5 stars to me!! Always exceptional service. read more

Uchiko Plano - I always come for the avocado nigiri - Japanese Near Me - Plano, Texas

I've been a longtime fan of the Uchi restaurants and used to go to Uchi before Uchiko opened. I've been here a few times now, and every visit somehow manages to impress me all over again. The food is so amazing and the service also stands out every time I come here because the staff is so attentive. The photos I'm sharing are from their Mother's Day omakase. I brought my family here to celebrate my mom, and I was really impressed with how accommodating they were. A few of the dishes included shellfish, which my brother is allergic to, but the staff handled it so smoothly and prepared amazing substitutes for both him and my dad while still making the experience feel complete for everyone. My mom and I were still able to enjoy the original dishes, and it never felt like anyone was missing out. This is one of those places I'll always recommend to friends. It's definitely on the pricier side, but for the quality of the food, service, and overall experience, I genuinely think it's worth it. read more

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Great for date night! A tad bit noisy but otherwise, ambiance was good. Food was good, fish items were fresh and the fried milk was amazing as always. read more

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Excellent. Party of 8 so we tried many dishes, all so good and fresh. Service was slow so only complaint, they were we very apologetic as some dishes took to long. But we were a large party and we ate plenty! Highly recommend if in the Dallas area, as well nice outdoor shopping. read more

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I went here during Valentine's Day and they had a special menu. The ambiance is on point and perfect for date night. Service was attentive and the water was always topped off. I ordered the omakase and it was definitely worth it. I felt extremely full once dinner was over. This isn't a traditional Japanese place and the flavors unique read more

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I was so excited that Uchiko opened up closer to my house so I don't have to make the trek all the way to uptown anymore. I came with a friend on a Friday for dinner, and decided on the tasting menu, which is $120 for 2 people and comes with six courses. It also happened to be happy hour, so we were able to enjoy some of their cocktails at a discounted price, all of which were very delicious! The first course of the tasting menu was the sunomono, which was very refreshing and had a great flavor from the scallion vinaigrette. The second course was the hama chili, which was perfection! I could've probably had several more of these. Next, they brought out two tuna handrolls and two nigiri pieces, which I don't recall the names of now, but it was very tasty! The fifth course was the steak frites, cooked to perfection, and surprisingly a good amount of food. Finally, the last course (and the best course) was the fried milk! So good and always the best way to end a meal at an Uchi restaurant. In addition to the tasting course, we also ordered the wagyu hot rock, New Zealand king salmon and scallop nigiri, and crispy rice. Everything was phenomenal! Overall, the service is fantastic and the food is even better! I will definitely be back here again! read more

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We had the most amazing experience here although service was on the slow side but the food was fantastic. The shrimp and pork dumpling was fantastic! It was very flavorful. The truffle fries were really great here. The milk and cereal dessert was something I never had and it was really good. I'll definitely come back here. This would be a great place for a date or a girls happy hour. read more

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Came for date night and tried out their signature tasting menu! $120 for 2 people is phenomenal, what a deal! There was a good mix of land & sea and we were told the menu changes frequently. We had some nigiri, sashimi, steak, chicken skewers, handrolls, and dessert! Really, this is the best deal ever. Everything was fresh and delicious and filling. My husband who normally doesn't like tastings due to the normally smaller portions, was full at the end. We did order an extra side of karaage and 2 pieces of the wagyu nigiri which were both also so delicious. We went early since we don't like to eat too late so it was still happy hour when we arrived! Their signature cocktails were only $10 during happy hour and I loved the yuzu cocktail. Service was great and we all had a fantastic time. Will definitely be back! read more

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The food, service, and ambiance stole the show! I came here for a girls night with my friend and ordered the tasting menu for 2 along with some extra happy hour bites. The $120 tasting menu started us off with the hama chilli. The server recommended us to take a bite with orange with every bite of fish and it truly made such a difference. Next was 2 tuna handrolls, and 2 sets of nigiri (unfortunately, I forgot what they were). The tasting also came with a cucumber salad and the steak frites. Additionally, we ordered the scallop nigiri, tuna and crispy rice, salmon belly, and of course the hot rock. We updated the dessert that comes with the tasting to the milk and cereal, which is a MUST. I can totally understand why this dessert is their signature. All the food was delicious and fresh. The service matched the upscale vibe. From the hostess, to our server, to the ones who ran the plates to our table, all the staff always had a smile on their face and offered great tasting advice. Uchiko is definitely a splurge, but I found it to be a worthwhile experience. I'd highly recommend for a special occasion, date night, or girls night. read more

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The service really bad, very slow, the food was coming out very slowly, like we received a plate after one hour. The taste wasn't horrible but not matching the price and the name of the restaurant. Deferred not at the level of other restaurants of the same chain. read more

Everything was fabulous. It's very upscale and beautiful inside. The waiter was outstanding, the 1st timer app was awesome. We tried the lava stone steak, and it was terrific. We tried so many different items including the sea bass, lobster, Waygo and tuna. Craft cocktails were awesome. We missed happy hour but will definitely try that in the future. read more

Keeps up the legacy of uchi restaurants! Ambience is nice and its big. My new favorite sushi spot in the suburbs! Everything we tried was amazing (based on server recommendations). The dessert was great too! Service was fast even with the crowd on a weekday. Price is well worth it! Definitely try! read more

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We loved our visit to Uchiko in Austin so we had to visit during our anniversary! We went during happy hour (4-6PM daily) and ordered a number of items including the dumplings, takoyaki, pork ribs, beef skewers, take nabe (added short ribs), karaage, and nigiris. Our waiter was incredibly sweet and gave us complimentary hot rock wagyu for us to celebrate! Our favorite dish was the take nabe by far. The mushrooms and the crispy rice were amazing. I would pass on the takoyaki and dumplings. They both were too battery for our tasting. All the smoked meats here are their signatures and of course you can't skip on their milk and cereal dessert. read more

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Can't go wrong with Uchiko. Happy hour EVERY DAY from 4-6pm. Portions are small though so regular menu is actually better for food. Happy hour is good for drinks. Nigiri & oysters were so fresh and smooth. No complaints. Dessert was my favorite. read more

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Food was amazing and our server was very attentive. We did happy hour on Sunday and it was pretty great. It wasn't so busy, nice mucus and nice ambiance. read more

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Stopped in and to my surprise they were doing happy hour all day. Was able to enjoy a few items across the menu. Really enjoyed the bincho, taken from a recommendation by the bar tender. The beef on the skewers weren't anything special, if anything they were a bit chewy...however the Asian pear and the dipping sauce were interesting enough to make up for it. Both handrolls were delicious especially with the dipping sauce. Overall the portion sizes are very small. The servers would take my finished plates immediately. I didn't appreciate that especially because I hadn't fully finished one of my dishes before it was whisked away. For what you get, the happy hour menu feels steep. For reference, the 4 items I ordered shown in photos came out to just under ~$60, pre tip. read more

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Top notch place. Food/drinks/ambience were amazing. Pricey for sure but great for occasions/ date night.

Updating my review to 5 stars because Uchiko has def upped their game since they opened! Service is quick, staff is always checking up on you to ensure you're more than satisfied, and the food quality does not disappoint. Make sure to make those reservations ahead of time because this place gets packed easy no matter what time of day. I love trying their seasonal dishes as well as their classic nigiri and sushi rolls. Looking forward to being back soon! read more

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Great menu! Can't wait to visit again to explore more! The oysters were amazing! I'll be back. read more

Uchiko Plano - Japanese Near Me - Plano, Texas

We got all the recommended dishes, and everything was good. The place is beautiful and service was good. But the one standout (that no one seems to mention) was the short rib. It's a small serving, but it's so rich that we wouldn't have been able to eat more of it anyway. We were disappointed that the foie gras nigiri is gone, but the short rib filled the void. Highly recommend. read more

Uchiko is awesome! They aren't just a regular sushi place serving up basic fish and rolls, they are constantly innovating new stuff, new flavors, new ideas and the tasting menu changes almost monthly. Come for the Omakase, you won't be disappointed. We went last night, everything was outstanding. The green tea risotto with shrimp and the 4-mushroom fried rice with shortrib were particularly noteworthy. Also with a sake and cocktail list designed by the great Jason Kosmas, there are so many delicious drink options. read more

I am a long-time fan of Uchi. My wife and I first discovered Uchi when it only had the Austin location. That was amazing. My wife is Japanese, and I lived in Japan for a few years. He took highly sophisticated Japanese cuisine and created some very sophisticated twists. We sometimes drove from Dallas to Austin just to eat there. Then Uchi started to expand, and the quality went down. It is still good, but mostly a B from a taste level. The problem is people who follow a recipe but don't know what they are doing. The food went from amazing to okay -- an American/Japanese fusion thing, but heavier on the American side. You could see it in the dessert. Not a single Japanese-inspired dessert. One of our dishes was undercooked, and I had to send it back to the kitchen. But the interior decoration in Plano is very nice. The service is friendly. We came during happy hour and stayed long. The Austin location back then was for foodies. The Plano location (we came during the week) seems to be focused on business dinners. In a nutshell: if you are looking for a business dinner location, it is not bad. If you are a foodie and know Japanese cuisine, it is okay, but not great. Not worth the premium they are charging. read more