Possibly the only place in Houston I give AF about omakase. Before this place opened a few years…read moreback during the great NfT era, I would frequently visit California for their Omakase. Anywho, I've taken make friends from out of town here, first dates (why not? Gotta set the bar high), and relatives here. Always a great experience. If you somehow book and have the whole place for you and your guest, it is literally the best. The chefs are always engaging, shout out to Jonathan. They can be educational, or just be a bro to where your date thinks you're friends with them for years yet they somehow set me up for success. Whenever someone asks I always recommend them to come here. Thank you for existing and I cannot wait to come back.

3.5 star One of the…read morecheapest omakases I've seen in Houston while delivering on quality. Highly recommend using inkind app to get a good deal. Pretty easy to just walk in on a weekend day (their reservations come w a hefty cancellation fee). Entry door looks like a painting on the right. Food: All of the fish was super fresh. I just was not a fan of a lot of the flavor combos and sauces (some of which included fish sauce, gochujang, dijon mustard). The crudo was Mexican flavored inspired and I did not enjoy it. I'm Vietnamese but I did not think the fish sauce dish (I forgot which one) was good. I wish the rice was not as doused in soy sauce which overwhelmed the fish and that overall, the fish taste shine through more in each dish but this may just be personal preference. My favorite was the chutoro. Service: Food is delivered at a relatively fast rate which I personally enjoyed. The workers were polite but not overly warm.

Came here for our anniversary dinner and absolutely loved it. We had the earlier omakase dinner…read moretime slot and they were super accommodating. We had gotten the reservation time wrong and late by about 15 mins but they made sure we had an incredible experience and got caught up in no time! The food was so fresh and everything prepared was so tasty. They were very intensional with their ingredients and flavors. What I loved most was the also had other dishes not just the typical sushi experience. Would 100% recommend and would definitely be coming back!

We came here for my girlfriend's birthday and were super impressed by the omakase experience that…read moreChef Marcos and his team provided. Hidden Omakase is located in the Galleria area next to the conservatory and Burger Chan. There's no sign on the outside of the building but we knew we were in the right place by the Michelin sign outside of the restaurant. Hidden Omakase only does one seating on Tuesdays and it's a smaller menu than their normal dinner service. It is $150 per person on Tuesdays as opposed to the regular $225 per person for other full dinner seatings. You are also able to order off of an A La Carte menu close to the end of dinner service before dessert is served so that is a nice option if you want more to eat or enjoyed a particular piece of sushi. Ambiance: the restaurant is a bar type restaurant that seats about 24 people total. There were only 12 people when we went on Tuesday so it was a little more intimate. The lighting is dimmed and the restaurant plays some fun music to keep the vibes high during dinner. The seats are barstool seats so they can be a little tight but you'll be on the edge of your seat anyway trying to watch your chefs prepare the courses. They also customized each couple's menu if they were celebrating a special occasion like a birthday or anniversary. Another nice touch from Hidden Omakase. Parking: there is a large parking lot in the front of the restaurant so parking is never an issue here. Service: the service is wonderful at Hidden Omakase. There was one chef dedicate to each section of 6 people which made for fun conversation and interaction. They also provide a water service unlike anything I've seen before. They pick a still and carbonated water that are special for the menu that they have. We had Eira water and you could definitely taste the difference in quality of water. It was a nice touch to the dinner. You can also bring in wine and any wine over 720 ML gets charged a $20 corkage fee. This place was top notch in keeping us fed, keeping our glasses full and engaging us during the 2 and half hour dinner. Food: Below was the menu for the night. Instead of talking a one each dish, I will give you my highlights. Each dish/piece of sushi was individually crafted as the night went on and the chefs explained the origin and nature of each dish as it was served. All of the nigiri pieces were amazing and you could tell they only use the highest quality fish. Some of our favorites were the Hotate Kaiso which was an appetizer served with Hokkaido scallops. This dish was so refreshing and the light texture of the scallops paired nice with the seaweed and matcha. The Santa Barbara Uni was so creamy and briny and provided a refreshing taste between fish nigiri bites. The Muki nigiri was a scallop nigiri that was firm, flavorful yet light on the tongue. Each nigiri piece was prepared with care and you could tell the chefs knew what they were doing with each wasabi and soy serving added to the piece of nigiri. We ordered the Akami from the a la carte menu and that was my girlfriend's favorite piece. The menu rotates every 3 months here so each menu is seasonal. Hotate Kaiso (Hokkaido, wild rice, sesame matcha, seaweed Lobster roll (bonito beurre blanc, celery) Sashimi charcuterie (Glory Bay, pastrami salmon, tofu feta, wasabi almond, togarashi apricot jam, ocal olive) Ishidai (Knifejaw Snapper) Santa Barbara Uni Kamasu (Red Barracuda) Inada (Japanese Mackeral) Muki (Scallop) Masu (Ocean Trout) Mosaic Carrot (Japanese vegetable curry, potato hay) Hirame Tom Kha (Chiba, cocnut, aji Amarillo, carrot) Sweets (Matcha crumble, strawberry cream, strawberry ice cream) Overall, I would highly recommend Hidden Omakase. The price point is a little high so I would recommend going for special occasions to make the experience that much more special. Chef Marcos showed us why they were the only sushi restaurant in Houston with a Michelin Recommendation. The team is top notch and the food is to die for. The experience will make you want to come back time and time again.

Chef Yoshi is awesome! It has been a long time that I have…read morebeen wowed by sushi. The food was amazing. I will defintely be back!

I always have a good time visiting Aya. The crudo and sashimi are great, and the dishes are…read morebeautifully presented. Definitely worth a visit. I would say Aya is expensiveeeeeee like, I'm willing to pay for omakases and other experiences, but I do expect a certain refinement, quality, and amount of food for what I'm paying, and I'm not sure Aya really hits that intersection perfectly. Don't get me wrong, I will be going back, but I acknowledge my pockets will weep a bit.

Food was creative, fresh and delicious by Chef Billy Kin. Each dish's presentation was top notch…read more Chef and sous chef were both attentive, personable and engaging, both were carrying conversations while working through the menu with no interruptions. Restaurant decor is comfortable and intentional; the chef stated pieces were handcrafted by him.

We went to 5Kinokawa for the omakase and it was unlike any sushi experience I've had. The space is…read moretiny and tucked away behind a hidden door (seriously, no sign--felt like a secret club). Inside, it's cozy and full of personal touches from Chef Billy, including Interstellar props and tools he used to help build the space. The meal was 13 courses, and everything was super fresh--especially the otoro and the uni pasta, which I'm still thinking about. The mocktail I had was really refreshing and beautifully presented. Chef Billy is a total character. He had the whole room laughing and made the experience super interactive. Definitely not your traditional quiet sushi night, but that's what made it so memorable.

We went to Doko for HRW and it did not disappoint. Three courses during lunch for $25. I ordered…read morethe Edamame, Masu Maki, and Gyudon. Overall, great quality for a great price. If you're going for HRW, I would recommend ordering some nigiri off menu as well as the Wagyu Fat Rice which was definitely the highlight of our meal. As always, the ambiance was amazing and the restaurant's hidden but beautiful spot in the city makes it one of my favorite spots in the city.

Came for HRW 2026 lunch menu and had great food and hospitality!…read more The shishito peppers, edamame and cucumber were all delicious with great portion size to share. The second course we all opted for the spicy tuna maki and it was tasty and filling as well. For the third course I picked the chirashi don and I have to say the portion of the chirashi was a little skimpy, especially compared to the second course. If I were come again I'd probably pick the wagyu don which my friend had as it looked amazing and more proportional considering it was supposed to be the main course. All in all we all very much enjoyed ourselves and won't hesitate to come back to try happy hour and other menu items. The place is small but seating arrangement is well thought out and easy to have a conversation, too, which is a huge plus when you're dining out with friends.

Absolutely loved this place. It's unique, intimate, and the staff are incredibly friendly. The…read moreexperience starts the moment you walk into the GLASS building, where you'll see aged fish on display alongside a designer clothing store. We were greeted with wine while exploring before the meal began, which was a really nice touch. Make sure to arrive early, as they start promptly. Each dish is introduced individually, making the experience feel thoughtful and immersive. Every course was beautifully done and tasted amazing, and the overall atmosphere was relaxed yet elevated. Easily one of my favorite omakase experiences in Houston by far.

Neo clearly sets out to create an exclusive experience with limited seating in a charming and…read moreintimate environment. The room is attractive and thoughtfully designed and there is an intentional sense of scarcity that makes the evening feel special from the start. That said my overall experience landed squarely in the average range. The sushi and presentation are good and competently executed but nothing truly stood out or felt memorable. For the price being charged I expected flavors or techniques that would separate it from other strong sushi options but that never quite happened. Everything was pleasant yet ultimately unremarkable. I get the sense that Neo receives rave reviews because people want it to feel special. The exclusivity the setting and the concept do a lot of the heavy lifting. Once you strip that away the food itself does not fully justify the hype or the cost. It is enjoyable but not exceptional and not something I would rush to repeat at this price point. Neo is fine for those seeking a curated intimate dining experience but if you are focused primarily on standout sushi and value there are better options available.

Great food and service, came during restaurant week and even though it was busy they were very fast…read moreand accommodating. Would recommend to anyone I know. One of the best sushi restaurants in Houston.

The sushi, entire menu, drinks, and service are beyond top notch. The absolute best sushi in the…read morecity. Jesus was amazing and went above and beyond!

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