A very interesting experience. We visited restaurant twice…read morefor dinner, on Sunday and on Tuesday. After Sunday visit, I was ready to say that the experience was 7out of 5. After Tuesday visit, the rating remains on 5, but only because we had an amazing time on Sunday. Maybe on Tuesday there was a different chef, but food just didn't taste the same, and a few Sunday dishes we asked for on Tuesday (standard menu) were sold out. Both times I had rice lager specially brewed for the restaurant, and it was delicious. An absolute highlight on Sunday was the dish called Hand of God - the smoky wagyu on top of the rice cake was just an absolute perfection, not anything I had before (this dish was not available on Tuesday). We also had similarly smoky vegetable roll which was also experience in itself. This was my first time at the sushi restaurant where waiter suggested that the nigiri pieces are perfectly ready to eat, require no extra soy sauce or wasabi, and should be picked up by hand instead of chopsticks - another wonderful experience. I also had few different nigiri piece, two different types of mackerel and uni - an absolute wow (on Sunday). Service was good both days, but still a little bit better on Sunday (better recommendations). Definitely recommended.

I made a reservation and enjoyed an appetizer accompanied by a refreshing Japanese beverage. During…read moremy visit, I met an individual who, candidly, did not quite align with my morals and values. Fortunately, the atmosphere was enhanced by the Spurs game, which was entertaining despite the disappointing outcome. The service was attentive, professional, and contributed positively to the overall experience. Would I return? Quite possibly - particularly with a companion whose company better complements the quality of the venue.

I'm here every week and the food is amazing! I order the summer roll and it's been consistent for…read more10 years

Here's a short, positive review:…read more Great sushi and excellent service! Julia was friendly, attentive, and made our experience even better. We'll definitely be back!

We walked in and were seated never been here before was an awesome new experience our server Lia…read morewas very helpful explaining how it worked so service was great . the food was amazing especially the fact we were able to try whatever we wanted was very delicious so many different varieties to choose from The ambiance was great I had asked the couple at table what type of sushi role that was they told than offered one for me to try very nice of them ended up getting me one lol so definitely enjoyed the environment I definitely recommend trying here if you haven't been definitely give it 5 out 5

So, I have finally been able to visit this restaurant in person this time…read more There were a lot of things to like. The ambiance was very nice and it was very well maintained. The bathrooms were also very clean. Kudos for that!! In addition the staff that I encountered were very friendly and went above and beyond to be super helpful. I was also correct in saying that the flavor of the food was superb. This time, my order was correct and cooked to perfection. The prices were reasonable as well. And they offer military discount when eating inside.

Came here on a Friday night for a double date. Definitely make a reservation because this place was…read morepacked and poppin. We didn't realize this place was a cousin of Shiro and owned by the same guy until we saw some similarities in their style, layout and menu but nevertheless, the food was still absolutely amazing. Even though the ambiance had some similarities, I'm glad their food options were distinguished because otherwise could have just gone downtown. You cannot go wrong with any of their food options. Highly recommend doing family style so you can get a taste of everything and all the different flavors. We started with the gyoza and calamari which were to die for and were not greasy at all. Pork ssam, wagyu, miso pasta and octopus all brought a little bit of their own element and flare to your palate that it's hard to describe unless you try it. Wagyu was just melt in your mouth delicious. Pork ssam and octopus had their crunchy texture and umami flavors. The miso pasta added a light refreshing touch to balance everything out but don't let it fool ya, the noodles will expand in your stomach. We topped it off with their yuzu cake. Our only disappointment was they were out of their other desserts but nevertheless everyone of us left full and happy. Would come here again.

When I first read about Yozora, I honestly thought it sounded a bit pretentious. Fascinating, but…read morepretentious. Because the idea of music being an actual integral part of the dining experience--not just some kind of background noise--felt a little precious for my taste. I'm glad to admit I was wrong. So let's start with the ambiance and the vibe of Yozora. It's in a fairly non-descript kind of center; not bad but not specially memorable. But the space itself is open and has an air of restrained sophistication. And then there's that hi-fi set up. The music at Yozora really is part of the experience, but it's not intrusive in the way that you'd think. Most of what my dining companion and I heard was 50s and 60s jazz, and it was perfect for the occasion. Sushi and Coltrane are a great mix, and even though we were not far from the hi-fi system, I could hear every word of our conversation, without the need for either of us to raise a voice. Somehow, it's like the music operates on a different frequency from regular table chatter. Suffice to say, the music enhanced the mood and really set a scene for Yozora's chefs to tell some stories. And that, they do really well. We started out with seasonal tempura and miso masu ceviche--ocean trout marinated in miso, soy, and lime juice--that was sublime. But funnily enough, the real star small plate was a truffle creamy miso soup that was earthy and slightly sweet at the same time and was silky in texture. From there, we ordered a series of crudo and battera, each unique in its own way. It was wonderful stuff, accompanied by a rice lager. The kitchen at Yozora is not shy about experimenting with non-traditional flavors and ingredients. Sometimes it works really well; sometimes, not as well, but it's never bad, and the servers actually ask for feedback for the kitchen, which is something I rarely see. Yozora honestly seems to be most concerned with creating a great dining experience, and it does that, from the chefs to the line cooks to the servers (who are helpful and attentive without hovering). The music, the mood, and the menu add up to a memorable experience.

WOW!!!! we are sushi experts, and super selective with sushi bars. What an amazing place! Awesome…read moreservice, super fresh fish for sashimi, nigiri, and rolls. You can get $6 rolls /appetizers during the happy hour, and quality is amazing!! Clean, artsy, and comfortable settings and bathrooms are so clean! Five stars!!!

10/10 service, sashimi, presentation, and intimate atmosphere. I would definitely come back in the…read moreevening for the romance vibes. Best place for a date.

Food was so yummy here! It's my family go to spot for sushi and Japanese spot. That says a lot…read morebecause they lived in Okinawa for 3 years! So many options and all fresh! We went for lunch and seemed to have beat the lunch rush! They even had a pleasant surprise for the birthday girl. If you go and are celebrating a birthday be sure to let your server know! The service was friendly! We will return when visiting the area again

This place is definitely cool for being near by, little downside we sat closer to the end of the…read morerevolver, we had to wait a bit to get any good sushi since everyone was grabbing the first coming out. We ended up ordering off the menu so we had some food on the table for us, we had the ramen and a roll. The place was nice inside, service was good. I'd come back but maybe request to not be sat at the side of the end of the place.

My first visit to Uni'ko was an overall success. I had a midweek, early reservation for two. On…read morearrival there was no one yet at the hostess stand but they soon came and got us seated. I was immediately annoyed because the music was very loud to me. That could have been due to the empty restaurant, the actual volume or my perception of the volume lol. I was really hoping for a more intimate vibe for conversation. The speakeasy lounge actually looked more like the vibe that I desired but I settled in and placed my order. I wanted some of the showier selections seen on IG, so I ordered the tuna tower and flaming Romeo & Juliet roll and a cute (albeit sweet) cocktail that came in a goldfish shaped glass. When the tuna tower arrived the young server asked me something several times which I couldn't hear over the music, so I just nodded. After she smashed the tuna tower, I figured out she was asking if I wanted it mixed. Lol my bad! I actually did not want it mixed but it was delicious anyway. The Romeo and Juliet roll took forever to stop flaming but once it died down, it was absolutely delicious. My partner enjoyed his roll as well and they gave him a complimentary birthday desert with sparklers. Overall I give service a 3. I would have liked a more professional presentation of the menu, hyping it up a bit. And a less soft spoken server. The food was a solid 5, everything was fresh and scrumptious. Overall I give Uni'ko 4 stars and I look forward to returning. I thought it was a good value given the extra razzle dazzle and food quality.

The fish was good here. We ordered the Chirashi and the selection of fish on the rice was good…read more The draw back was the rice underneath was not to my personal liking. I felt the rice was al dente and rice isn't like pasta to be served this way. Either use your fingers to measure right, fluff the rice in Hangiri for mixing or measure using cups. They have a rice cooker so I find it difficult for them to not cook the rice properly. The service was good though.

Back in San Antonio and first stop, Tokyo Cowboy and dinner was served!…read moreAfter settling into our Airbnb, Tokyo Cowboy came up highly recommend. I'm glad they had room for us but, it's still safe to make reservations. We did not know they are a tapas style restaurant, but that didn't deter us. And we were pleasantly surprised at the size of their "tapas". What we ordered was enough for two people to share. Dumplings - 9/10 Gulf Shrimp & Noodles - 10/10 Blistered Green Beans - 10/10 Ramen - 9/10 Service was great. It's a casual atmosphere, but perfect for an intimate date night.

We came here for a late dinner and had:…read more Yuzurita: good citrus margarita Kota tea: it was okay, it was strong on the alcohol but weak on the tea Krab and crab roll :. A bit messy to eat but I would get this again. Udon noodle with pork belly: noodles were kind of irregular in lengths. I really liked the sauce with it but it felt like it was missing something. Light dish. Tc double cheese burger: very strong flavors, somewhat sweet. Dense/heavy dish . Our waiter was quick and friendly. The restaurant lighting was dimmed and gave a more intimate /bar environment. I think the ac was broken here because it was very warm and they had fans going on around the room. I think this place would be good for someone who is prefers an American fusion cuisine that leans heavily on the western style dishes. The fusion elements were cute but I still left unsatisfied but still full. We did not park. We walked here right from the river walk. Not a bad place to go if you arrive in town after 9 pm.

We tried this place and it was pretty good. I got the Chirashi bowl and it was fresh and tasty…read more The service was great and the restaurant was warm and inviting decor. We will be back.

We stopped in for a quick snack around 2:30pm on a Saturday. They asked for our drink orders and…read morethey were out of almost everything in the house. No draft beer on tap. No decent wine. Had to go with mixed drinks which were ok. The menu is vast and has a few things that looked unique. Their ramen selection might be the largest I've ever seen. We ordered a couple sushi dishes and everything was good. It wasn't the best bait we've ever had but it wasn't disappointing. Their portions were a bit small but the entire bill was under $100. I'd go back if I was in the area and ask for a Ichiban, round 2.

Update - we went to Nineteen Hyaku for a Tuna Cutting. This is a thing you should do; but it's only…read moreoffered once a quarter or so and you need to reserve in advance. A whole fresh tuna is rolled in, cut up while you watch, and served as sashimi, nigiri, and rolls. Commentary from the chef livens things up during and in between your ten or so small courses. The only thing that might have made it better was if the tuna had been fresh bluefin. But still, it's a dining experience you shouldn't miss.

Mediocre and expensive. Very nice upscale ambiance. The…read moremenu comes with a promise of a great experience, and yet food didn't match the expectations. I ordered mushroom skewers, and the mushrooms were mostly tasteless and the sauce was just not helping with the issue. I also ordered torched scallop roll based on the waiter's recommendation, and unfortunately, that dish also disappointed. There was a bit of the smoke flavor, but otherwise the dish tasted monotonous and lifeless. My colleague had salmon and toro nigiri, and he was not impressed with the quality and taste. No complaints about service, it was prompt and friendly. There are better sushi places in San Antonio.