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This place is a hidden gem! It's a small place with very limited seatings and just the couple who also own the place , also works there. It's hard to find a table and you'll be standing for a while if you're not there before they open. The husband makes all the sushi's while the wife makes the appetizers and also takes the orders. The food, however, is excellent and so is their service. You want to order everything together or you'll have to wait your turn in line if you add anything later. We ordered their tofu and edamame from the appetizers and shaggy dog, salmon rolls, spicy salmon roll and cucumber roll for the two of us. Everything tasted really good. The wife is always smiling and although super busy, she gives each table the time and respect they deserve. Love their enthusiasm and desire to keep going!
This was my 3rd time visiting Sushi Miyagi, and as expected, there was already a line out the door before the shop even opened. Since it's literally run by a mom and pop, the hours are limited compared to other sushi places; thus, I only make a visit once in a blue moon. The decor is a bit run-down, but I find it quite charming and cozy! There are only about 7 tables, so only a limited number of customers are permitted. The prices are higher, but given how labor intensive it is for ONE man to prepare the food, it makes sense. I came with a friend to celebrate our birthday month, and even though we had been waiting since 11:45 AM, we weren't seated until 1 PM and weren't able to eat our meal until 2 PM. Nonetheless, the wife serving us (and everyone else) was still very sweet and did her best to keep up with all the tables. :) I ordered: - Spicy Scallop Maki (5/5): pretty safe, the spice is subtle, but you can't go wrong with ordering it. - Houston Maki (3/5): I was a bit let down. The chef was very generous with the slab of salmon, which I appreciate; I do think he skimped out on the spicy mayo, so the avocado + salmon sashimi combo felt mushy in texture. Dipping it in soy sauce did help, though! My friend ordered: - White Spider Maki (2/5): Not a fan of wasabi whatsoever, and they put wasabi tobiko through the crevices of the sushi roll; my friend didn't realize this, so when he dipped it in his wasabi soy sauce, it was a lot for him to handle, to say the least... - Dragon Maki (4.5/5): I don't usually eat eel for sushi, but I enjoyed this roll a lot and it pairs surprisingly well with sweet potato. This was my first time waiting long hours, which dampened my experience a bit; the concept of an elderly couple running a sushi restaurant is cute, but I think they'd benefit from having at least one more worker helping with taking orders/serving food, or cleaning dishes, etc. The quality of their sushi is up there, but I recommend that others come as early as possible and have A LOT of patience + time to kill. Sushi Miyagi is a very cute mom & pop shop with several unexplored options, so I will continue supporting, but it's not a business I would frequent often.
The wait was worth it! We got here almost right at opening and it was almost full on a Thursday. I would recommend getting here at 11:45 if possible. The Shaggy Roll was the highlight! The service can be a little slow but the taste and art with the food was worth it. Best for smaller parties!
This is my all time fave spot in Houston. It's a literal mom and pop place, with pop making sushi and mom serving and making everything else. It's also quite unique with eclectic decor and music. It definitely reminds me of if my parents would start a restaurant: kind of doing what they want but that having its own charm. The sushi is the best in town, especially for the price range. I never can seem to finish--the portions are quite generous, especially for the price. It's also super fresh and tasty. Service is slow--we got in at 12:30, seated at 1:00 and didn't get our food until 2:00. Patience is a virtue at Miyagi sushi, and well worth the wait. The staff are always kind, and helpful. Pictured: chirashi bowl
Despite the rise of vibe dining omakase spots, the sushi scene in Houston is still limited and the Japanese-owned demographic is virtually nil. Sushi Miyagi has been the exception to the norm and is run by a sweet older Japanese couple that add to the charm of what might be Houston's least pretentious sushi spot. Located on the Vietnamese side of Bellaire Asiatown, Sushi Miyagi is about as easy to miss as any business in this nondescript plaza. Had it not been for a friend's urging, I probably would have never made it here. Due to limited hours, lunch time is practically the only time one can eat here. It is also incredibly popular and wait times are expected. This is not a group friendly experience, but more of a small group or lunch date kind of space. It is dingy and dated, but the service and food more than makes up for it. It is worth repeating that there is nothing fancy here. The older Japanese gentleman is typically cooking and cutting all the fish. The cuts of which I've had have been excellent, with thick slabs of quality fish. Their charashi bowl was an excellent choice, but the omakase really gave them a chance to shine and it was outstanding all around. Unlike the counterside, course by course, trendy omakase experience that most people are used to, mine was all made and served on a single plate. $65 later, I'm full and extremely satisfied. The highlights were the hamachi yellow tail and foodgasm worthy toro tuna belly. It was a perfect variety of what they had to offer and would highly recommend it for anyone who is serious about their fish. The older lady serving everyone is such a gem. She is constantly smiling and doing her best to make sure everyone is tended to. Parking is never going to be an issue and I hope they stay continue to run this excellent business for as long as time permits. Given how little recognition they, it would be safe to say this is one of the most underrated places in all of Houston.
This place is UNREAL. What a spot. Melts in your mouth good food. I'm grateful I was able to try this spot. This is a MUST try spot for sushi lovers.
It's like visiting grandma's house.... When grandma is an amazing chef and you know the wait is worth it. Don't come if you're in a rush. Food is amazing. Actually, don't come. It's hard enough getting a table as it is.
This is a mom & pop shop. So the ambiance is homey. The husband and wife duo is very sweet. Love the instrumental music playing - you can see the chef in his groove when he into the music and making the sushi! With just the two of them, patience is needed with their service. However, I believe their food is worth the wait. (I also admire their work ethic) . I would normally line up before they open to get a spot. Please make sure you wait and get the ok to be seated. Ordering To-Go doesn't mean you cut the line also. I've tried a good amount of food on their menu and I've thought it was money well spent. Also their cuts for the rolls are big. Honorable mentions: Spicy chop scallop Crispy spicy salmon maki Sashimi Gomoku udon JK maki
Best little straightforward sushi spot to satisfy my sushi cravings. I haven't had miso soup like how this place makes theirs - SO good, umami, and flavorful, but have heard it can be a tad salty for some people. I ordered the assorted sushi from the main menu. It comes with 3 of each thick cuts of tuna, salmon, and hamachi nigiri. I thought there was a little bit too much wasabi between the fish and rice, coming from a person who enjoys a little spice. The salmon bowl is as advertised - several pieces of fatty salmon with pickled radish over a bed of rice. Some may think rice ratio is too much, but I think it's needed to cut through the richness of the fish.
I've run across this restaurant on yelp multiple times and finally decided to give it a try. First impressions of the restaurant front is not the best since it looks kind of run down, but after entering you can see it was a very cozy hole in the wall restaurant with limited seats ran by a very hard working people. You can literally see them pacing to make the food, take order, and clean the tables. The food was good even with me having to self seat myself at the beginning.
Finally had a day off to try this hole in the wall weird hour sushi spot!! And it did not disappoint the portion sizes are HUGEEEE! The chopped scallop was sooo thick and full of scallop and look at that thick slice of yellow tail! Between that and the chirashi bowl I was actually stuffed! The sizes and bowl were so good can't wait for my next day off!
Nut allergies: No nuts in sushi, of course. The advice to get here early is no joke. We actually got here at 11 on a Saturday and there was no line, so we walked over to another plaza for a bit. When we came back by 11:30, there were already three groups in line! We got one of the last tables. The wait if you arrive late is 90-100 minutes, so I'd try to get here at 1pm or 2pm if you miss the opening wait and hope that others have been dissuaded. The first table opened up at 1:10PM and people were definitely waiting. If you're in for an intimate experience with a long meal with friends with amazing sushi while listening to Ocarina of Time music, this is the place to be. A little hidden gem in a side of Bellaire that isn't often frequented, Sushi Miyagi is run by an elderly Japanese couple that only opens a few hours a day. You can really tell how much care goes into the food here, as tea is even served at a very reasonable price ($1 for hot tea with a full kettle to refill!) For a group of 5, we ordered the Sashimi for 2, Maki for 2, and a lunch rice curry special. The sashimi for 2 was so big that we thought they combined both our orders into one! The lunch rice curry was enough for five people to have 3-4 bites each. The sashimi was absolutely stellar - large pieces that are sliced perfectly against grains to still be melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The pickled Mackerel may have changed my whole perspective on Mackerel - extremely fatty and very flavorful! Other highlights were the chopped scallops and eel. Came out at just under $50 after tax and tip and our group left stuffed! We left around 1:35PM. I'd love to come back when I want an intimate sushi experience and the weather isn't too hot to wait outside.
Always going to be one of my favorite sushi spots. The quality of the food is always fresh and consistent. It's owned and operated by a Japanese couple, making it a true hidden gem and the definition of a mom-and-pop restaurant. The service is always spectacular. The wife is incredibly friendly, efficient, and impressively fast, making every visit feel warm and welcoming. The restaurant itself is cozy, with classic instrumental music playing in the background, creating a relaxing and authentic atmosphere. read more
I've been a long time fan and regret not writing a review earlier. This has got to be the hardest working two-person team in the Houston food scene today. I don't know if their brother and sisters, husband and wife or best friends, but whatever their relationship is, they work in perfect harmony as they keep their small sushi restaurant Humming with some excellent service and quality offerings. They both move like cats zipping through the small restaurant and sliceing and dicing the fish while playing old school torch songs and classical music which works perfect for the dark well maintained environment. Nothing fancy but a fair price for good sushi and other items to complete your meal. read more
2 months ago
Amazing sushi! Go to enjoy the experience. It is a small operation and should not be rushed. Go when you have time to enjoy. All the sashimi, nigiri, and maki were delicious. The curry tasted fresh and homemade. The restaurant is small and cozy with about 8 tables. Overall, amazing! read more
This place is a hidden gem! It's a small place with very limited seatings and just the couple who also own the place , also works there. It's hard to find a table and you'll be standing for a while if you're not there before they open. The husband makes all the sushi's while the wife makes the appetizers and also takes the orders. The food, however, is excellent and so is their service. You want to order everything together or you'll have to wait your turn in line if you add anything later. We ordered their tofu and edamame from the appetizers and shaggy dog, salmon rolls, spicy salmon roll and cucumber roll for the two of us. Everything tasted really good. The wife is always smiling and although super busy, she gives each table the time and respect they deserve. Love their enthusiasm and desire to keep going! read more
3 months ago
This was my 3rd time visiting Sushi Miyagi, and as expected, there was already a line out the door before the shop even opened. Since it's literally run by a mom and pop, the hours are limited compared to other sushi places; thus, I only make a visit once in a blue moon. The decor is a bit run-down, but I find it quite charming and cozy! There are only about 7 tables, so only a limited number of customers are permitted. The prices are higher, but given how labor intensive it is for ONE man to prepare the food, it makes sense. I came with a friend to celebrate our birthday month, and even though we had been waiting since 11:45 AM, we weren't seated until 1 PM and weren't able to eat our meal until 2 PM. Nonetheless, the wife serving us (and everyone else) was still very sweet and did her best to keep up with all the tables. :) I ordered: - Spicy Scallop Maki (5/5): pretty safe, the spice is subtle, but you can't go wrong with ordering it. - Houston Maki (3/5): I was a bit let down. The chef was very generous with the slab of salmon, which I appreciate; I do think he skimped out on the spicy mayo, so the avocado + salmon sashimi combo felt mushy in texture. Dipping it in soy sauce did help, though! My friend ordered: - White Spider Maki (2/5): Not a fan of wasabi whatsoever, and they put wasabi tobiko through the crevices of the sushi roll; my friend didn't realize this, so when he dipped it in his wasabi soy sauce, it was a lot for him to handle, to say the least... - Dragon Maki (4.5/5): I don't usually eat eel for sushi, but I enjoyed this roll a lot and it pairs surprisingly well with sweet potato. This was my first time waiting long hours, which dampened my experience a bit; the concept of an elderly couple running a sushi restaurant is cute, but I think they'd benefit from having at least one more worker helping with taking orders/serving food, or cleaning dishes, etc. The quality of their sushi is up there, but I recommend that others come as early as possible and have A LOT of patience + time to kill. Sushi Miyagi is a very cute mom & pop shop with several unexplored options, so I will continue supporting, but it's not a business I would frequent often. read more
4 months ago
The wait was worth it! We got here almost right at opening and it was almost full on a Thursday. I would recommend getting here at 11:45 if possible. The Shaggy Roll was the highlight! The service can be a little slow but the taste and art with the food was worth it. Best for smaller parties! read more
1 year ago
This is my all time fave spot in Houston. It's a literal mom and pop place, with pop making sushi and mom serving and making everything else. It's also quite unique with eclectic decor and music. It definitely reminds me of if my parents would start a restaurant: kind of doing what they want but that having its own charm. The sushi is the best in town, especially for the price range. I never can seem to finish--the portions are quite generous, especially for the price. It's also super fresh and tasty. Service is slow--we got in at 12:30, seated at 1:00 and didn't get our food until 2:00. Patience is a virtue at Miyagi sushi, and well worth the wait. The staff are always kind, and helpful. Pictured: chirashi bowl read more
Despite the rise of vibe dining omakase spots, the sushi scene in Houston is still limited and the Japanese-owned demographic is virtually nil. Sushi Miyagi has been the exception to the norm and is run by a sweet older Japanese couple that add to the charm of what might be Houston's least pretentious sushi spot. Located on the Vietnamese side of Bellaire Asiatown, Sushi Miyagi is about as easy to miss as any business in this nondescript plaza. Had it not been for a friend's urging, I probably would have never made it here. Due to limited hours, lunch time is practically the only time one can eat here. It is also incredibly popular and wait times are expected. This is not a group friendly experience, but more of a small group or lunch date kind of space. It is dingy and dated, but the service and food more than makes up for it. It is worth repeating that there is nothing fancy here. The older Japanese gentleman is typically cooking and cutting all the fish. The cuts of which I've had have been excellent, with thick slabs of quality fish. Their charashi bowl was an excellent choice, but the omakase really gave them a chance to shine and it was outstanding all around. Unlike the counterside, course by course, trendy omakase experience that most people are used to, mine was all made and served on a single plate. $65 later, I'm full and extremely satisfied. The highlights were the hamachi yellow tail and foodgasm worthy toro tuna belly. It was a perfect variety of what they had to offer and would highly recommend it for anyone who is serious about their fish. The older lady serving everyone is such a gem. She is constantly smiling and doing her best to make sure everyone is tended to. Parking is never going to be an issue and I hope they stay continue to run this excellent business for as long as time permits. Given how little recognition they, it would be safe to say this is one of the most underrated places in all of Houston. read more
4 months ago
This place is UNREAL. What a spot. Melts in your mouth good food. I'm grateful I was able to try this spot. This is a MUST try spot for sushi lovers. read more
It's like visiting grandma's house.... When grandma is an amazing chef and you know the wait is worth it. Don't come if you're in a rush. Food is amazing. Actually, don't come. It's hard enough getting a table as it is. read more
10 months ago
This is a mom & pop shop. So the ambiance is homey. The husband and wife duo is very sweet. Love the instrumental music playing - you can see the chef in his groove when he into the music and making the sushi! With just the two of them, patience is needed with their service. However, I believe their food is worth the wait. (I also admire their work ethic) . I would normally line up before they open to get a spot. Please make sure you wait and get the ok to be seated. Ordering To-Go doesn't mean you cut the line also. I've tried a good amount of food on their menu and I've thought it was money well spent. Also their cuts for the rolls are big. Honorable mentions: Spicy chop scallop Crispy spicy salmon maki Sashimi Gomoku udon JK maki read more
Best little straightforward sushi spot to satisfy my sushi cravings. I haven't had miso soup like how this place makes theirs - SO good, umami, and flavorful, but have heard it can be a tad salty for some people. I ordered the assorted sushi from the main menu. It comes with 3 of each thick cuts of tuna, salmon, and hamachi nigiri. I thought there was a little bit too much wasabi between the fish and rice, coming from a person who enjoys a little spice. The salmon bowl is as advertised - several pieces of fatty salmon with pickled radish over a bed of rice. Some may think rice ratio is too much, but I think it's needed to cut through the richness of the fish. read more
I've run across this restaurant on yelp multiple times and finally decided to give it a try. First impressions of the restaurant front is not the best since it looks kind of run down, but after entering you can see it was a very cozy hole in the wall restaurant with limited seats ran by a very hard working people. You can literally see them pacing to make the food, take order, and clean the tables. The food was good even with me having to self seat myself at the beginning. read more
1 month ago
Finally had a day off to try this hole in the wall weird hour sushi spot!! And it did not disappoint the portion sizes are HUGEEEE! The chopped scallop was sooo thick and full of scallop and look at that thick slice of yellow tail! Between that and the chirashi bowl I was actually stuffed! The sizes and bowl were so good can't wait for my next day off! read more
Nut allergies: No nuts in sushi, of course. The advice to get here early is no joke. We actually got here at 11 on a Saturday and there was no line, so we walked over to another plaza for a bit. When we came back by 11:30, there were already three groups in line! We got one of the last tables. The wait if you arrive late is 90-100 minutes, so I'd try to get here at 1pm or 2pm if you miss the opening wait and hope that others have been dissuaded. The first table opened up at 1:10PM and people were definitely waiting. If you're in for an intimate experience with a long meal with friends with amazing sushi while listening to Ocarina of Time music, this is the place to be. A little hidden gem in a side of Bellaire that isn't often frequented, Sushi Miyagi is run by an elderly Japanese couple that only opens a few hours a day. You can really tell how much care goes into the food here, as tea is even served at a very reasonable price ($1 for hot tea with a full kettle to refill!) For a group of 5, we ordered the Sashimi for 2, Maki for 2, and a lunch rice curry special. The sashimi for 2 was so big that we thought they combined both our orders into one! The lunch rice curry was enough for five people to have 3-4 bites each. The sashimi was absolutely stellar - large pieces that are sliced perfectly against grains to still be melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The pickled Mackerel may have changed my whole perspective on Mackerel - extremely fatty and very flavorful! Other highlights were the chopped scallops and eel. Came out at just under $50 after tax and tip and our group left stuffed! We left around 1:35PM. I'd love to come back when I want an intimate sushi experience and the weather isn't too hot to wait outside. read more
2 years ago
Decent sushi for the price. I love the chopped scallop nigiri and the rolls. The sashimi lunch set is great value. We also got a chirashi bowl but I wouldnt prder it here next time. I would say Hokkaido sushi chirashi is a better value lol Please only come here if you have time to kill. Service may be slow because husband is the only chef and wife is the only waitress. They provide great customer service so please be patient . read more
6 months ago
If you're in a hurry order the Japanese curry lunch, comes out quick, both the temperature, taste and texture will be more than satisfactory. By the time I got my shaggy dog roll I was full. Can't go wrong with anything at this place! read more
Come early! Sometimes people wait about 30 mins before they open because tables fill up fast. Mr and Mrs miyagi are super kind and always on the move to serve customers as fast as they can. It is absolutely worth the wait to eat here and I've recommended it to all my friends. I always come here for our anniversary. The pieces are HUGE and the quality reminds me of sushi from Japan. MUST TRY the agedashi tofu, soba noodles, Japanese curry over rice, crispy salmon salad and the sushi of course. Who am I kidding, everything is good here LOL Parking is in a plaza. I can't sing enough praise about this spot! read more
2 years ago
Delicious, cheap sushi with a quaint atmosphere. The service was so delightful. Would come back! In the photo: (not in order!) Spicy salmon Crazy maki Shaggy maki Alaska maki read more
Sushi Miyagi is a cute hole in the wall restaurant run by an elderly couple. The husband is the sushi chef who prepares the food at the sushi bar next to the dining room area while the wife handles the rest of the business. There's only about 8-10 tables, so I hear it gets quite busy during lunch and the weekends. I went around 2PM on a Tuesday and luckily there were only a few other parties there. It's a cute homey restaurant and the wife is super sweet to talk to. She is also very attentive and quick to come take our order when ready. The lunch specials are largely portioned and each come with a miso soup. The unagi from the Unaju Lunch was perfectly cooked and just melted in my mouth. The Japanese Curry Rice Lunch came piping hot and comes in a portion that left me with plenty of leftovers. On top of that we got a few pieces of sushi, and let me tell you, they were the largest slices of fish I've seen in Houston. Each order of sushi comes with 2 pieces and are decently priced. Although this restaurant is only opened for a few hours a day, I most definitely believe this place is worth the visit. It's a great place to go for some comfort food and is an inviting place to dine at. read more
1 year ago
This is simply our favorite sushi in HTown. The couple that owns this place puts so much love into everything they do. Come early, before you are hungry and be prepared to wait. It's worth it! Nobody does it better. read more
1 year ago
One of the best sushi spots in Houston! Price is reasonable for the amount of fresh fish you get per order. It's a mom and pop shop with the sweetest woman waiting on the tables. read more
This is such a cute, hole in the wall, mom and pop shop located in a strip mall in Chinatown. You need to come here early to line up as the place is small with only a couple of tables. I came on a random weekday at 11:45am and there was a line of 6 people already there. Ambiance: I love all the charming Japanese decor. Super casual place, run only by a Japanese husband and wife. The wife is fast, so be ready and quick with your order! She is super attentive and efficient! What we ordered: - Isabe Age: this fish cake tempura was crisp and tasty - Oshinko: the pickled vegetables were a perfect compliment to all the fish and rice - Chirashi Lunch: the fish was fresh and cut thickly, was definitely more filling than I thought it would be - Unaju Lunch: this broiled eel dish was my favorite! Definitely get this if you enjoy eel! - Assorted Maki: we got the crispy spicy tuna, spicy yellowtail, and dragon and all were good! Each maki is big enough that you need to eat it in 2 bites. I liked this dish the least, it was too much rice for me. Overall, this place is extremely well run and the food is tasty! Come early, know what you want, and come hungry! read more
One of Houston greatest gems. A very honest operated mom and pop restaurant. There's usually a full house upon walking in. Their tatami room use to be open to the public :(, now it serves as a storage space. Their must get is the spicy hotate nigiri! I love their udon and seaweed salad as well. Their kitchen items are pretty good here. Be mindful of how big their portions are too!! Service wise, because it's only a 2 man show. It does get super backed up. Coming here for a "quick lunch break" isn't a good idea. I did the same & ended up going back to work late. My food came out an hour & a half later so I just asked for a to-go box & the check. Make sure you come here with lots of patience. Overall food is very good but service is too slow. read more
1 year ago
The spicy crispy salmon roll was delicious and the rolls are huge. Mom was so sweet and kinds. Very good husband/wife team. New favorite spot! read more
Absolutely loved this place! Fish was so fresh and the sushi rice was one of the best sushi rice i've ever tasted. Miso soup was also very flavorful, I didn't know that miso soup could be that good. Don't get me wrong, it tastes like other miso soups but there was something about it that I like better than all other ones I've tried. I also love the use of tobiko in their rolls (instead of masago which I see more often). The tobiko adds a nice crunch and saltiness to the bite. This place looks like it's run by an old couple, and they were very polite, and service was pretty quick especially for only having one sushi chef, although we did go in their last hour of operation. read more
This is one of the best eel Unagi rice I have had in Houston! Food - excellent. The seafood here is so fresh. The unagi is so well made. You're gonna regret if you don't give this a try if you like eel. Service - excellent. It's a Japanese grandpa and grandma running the restaurant. They are the sweetest human beings ever. Ambiance- it's a small shop ran by the couple it's clean and kind of hidden in Chinatown but it's definitely worth a visit. There's a lot of cool, anime and photos on the wall. Hours - they are open at weird hours only certain days from 12 to 3 PM but they are absolutely a gem Thank you so much to both of you for providing such amazing food and service! read more
1 year ago
How pretty is that! Here's another example of how coming here will ruin sushi at other places! read more
3 years ago
NOTE: My friend and I came in on Thursday at 12:30 but was informed that it would be a two hour wait for food so we came on Friday at 11:40 (there were already two people waiting in front of us and by 11:50, there was a line of 15 people). If you want to be seated right away, I would strongly recommend arriving at the latest 11:45. On other weekdays (besides Friday) and the weekend, you might get away with arriving around 11:50/12 but the earlier the better because the inside isn't very big. Review: This is a hole in the wall restaurant ran by an older Japanese couple. The husband is the one making/assembling all the sushi and sashimi while the wife is tirelessly taking and running orders. My friend and I ordered the Agedashi Tofu, Spicy Hotate Sushi, Spicy Salmon Roll, and the Sushi Lunch Combo. From the miso soup to the sushi, everything tasted amazing and fresh here. The agedashi tofu was perfectly fried and the sauce was delicious. The sushi was just as amazing - the fish pieces were thick so I appreciate the fact that they didn't skimp on that unlike many other sushi spots. The interior was also super cute, full of Japanese decor and knick knacks. I was also able to talk to the owners a little bit and they are super sweet and hardworking. It was so nice being able to support a small local Japanese business. Japanese people are hard to come by in general so it was heartwarming to finally be able to converse with Japanese folks besides my family members. Overall, I absolutely loved it here and will be coming back! ごちそうさまでした！ read more
3 years ago
I never understood the hype around eel until I tasted the eel from here--such fresh and thick pieces!! The plating here is beautiful too, they do the most for only an old couple running the whole thing with no other employees! The downside of that is the initial table wait is very long, you should come before 1:30 if you expect to get a seat at all. Salmon here was super delicious as well, and what's nice is the lunch specials come with miso soup, which is always comforting. They seem to be quite generous with the portions while keeping quality with each piece, which I love. Definitely coming back here again (if I can wake up before 1pm...) Side note: they put little wasabi dabs between some of the pieces, which really caught me off guard, but the fish was great after I removed it off each piece lol read more
I haven't been here in years!!! I have returned. We had to map it to make sure we got to the correct place. The outside is hard to identify the restaurant until you see the windows (the name is on the window). You enter and the lady (I believe it's a husband and wife team) will seat you and there are only 7 tables. We went around 1:30 on a weekday. She will take your order and she is very helpful and patient. We ordered the sushi lunch special, udon noodles soup, and 6 piece salmon sushi. The lunch special comes with a miso soup. The sushi has thick pieces of fish on it. The udon soup is HUGE!!! Everything tasted great. Our food came out pretty quick! I love the cute decorations they have and how thankful the employees (probably owners) they are for us coming in. Definitely will be back! read more
The first time I went, there was no line or wait, but the next time I went there was a small line forming before they even opened! Very cozy and amazing sushi. It's more on the pricy side, but definitely worth it. Also amazing service! They were super nice and fun. I would definitely come back when I get my bag up!! read more
2 years ago
Whew. Feels like I haven't written a new review in forever since Yelp ate my Aiko one. So sorry about that! Anyway, Miyagi is a place that I liked better than most, yet can't help but feel lukewarm about due to the bigger context. It is by far the best sushi in Houston in terms of value for money (Aiko still edges in raw taste), but only because the state of sushi in Houston is truly horrendous. It confidently clears a bar that was pretty low to clear. Other reviewers have mentioned all the inconveniences you have to go through to get a coveted lunch at Sushi Miyagi already - which I can attest to. I won't repeat the list here, but it reminds me of the time I waited in line for some Din Tai Fung in Seattle: The whole thing was built up as if you were going to experience something very special, yet it just ended up being a decent neighborhood place. My followers will know that my standard for sushi is Kyoten Next Door in Chicago in terms of taste and Koto in Fort Wayne in terms of value. Miyagi is almost as revered as the former while almost as packed as the latter, but doesn't come nearly close on either front. That being said, if you were to try to average Kyoten and Koto, you'd probably get something close to Miyagi. The fish is cut thick and plenty fresh, the price is understandable but otherwise not too cheap nor expensive. I particularly liked the saba (mackerel). It is a very fresh and slightly fatty saba that doesn't have any of the usual sour taste nor tough texture. My friend liked the squid and how clean, not-slimy it is as well. The hiyayakko is exactly what it is and what it is is a mistake (I don't know what kind of kami urged me to order cold tofu at the time). The Hambagu (sometimes called "Salisbury steak" - a word I have never heard outside the circle of nerds and insufferable food snobs), my main dish, is best summed up as a "xíu mại on rice but fast food". For context, xíu mại is a large Vietnamese meatball, not too different from the kind you have with spaghetti, can be found in bánh mì, and is often eaten with tomato sauce. Replace the tomato sauce with ketchup and Kewpie mayo and there you have it. The kinuta maki was exciting and peculiar (I had the yellowtail filling), but not overall too impressive. I don't think the vinegary dressing on the daikon nor its innately bland flavor mix very well with the fish, and can understand why this dish is not very popular elsewhere in the States. TL;DR A good way to end my sushi journey in Houston "with a bang", but I don't think I'll seek out any more sushi in this city again. P.S. The next review won't be about sushi I promise! read more
2 years ago
Such a lovely sushi spot! It looks like a sweet older couple runs the whole show, from the kitchen and sushi station, to serving tables. They don't take orders over the phone so if you want to-go, you still have to wait your turn in person. Their menu is huge for just two people managing the entire restaurant. The sushi pieces are so big, so the rice ratio is sometimes too much but I don't mind. Their yellowtail and spicy scallop sushi were my favorites, I would definitely come back just for that. The tonkatsu rice was delicious too! The slightly crispy battered pork with egg and rice was such a comforting combination. The wait is a bit long but that didn't bother us or anyone around us. The sushi is 100% worth it! read more
2 years ago
Besides the odd hours and possible long wait time, the food was amazing! Rice is perfectly seasoned and fish were fresh and well portioned. Their Naruto appetizer is hands down the best in Houston. My pregnancy called for it and I had to make the drive down here and wait for opening to get it. Worth it. The chirashi bowl is well portioned and very fresh. (Pic not taken) It's a small mom and pop shop so expect slower than usual service. However, the wife is super sweet so you just can't help but be understanding. Sometimes I do wish they'd hire help to speed the process along. It seems like they can accommodate about 6-8 tables at a time. They usually have everyone leave before doing a big clean up and letting the next round of clustomers in. So if you miss the first round, expect to wait an hour at least to get seated. read more
1 year ago
2 years ago
The most comforting mom & pop sushi shop!! The quaint & cozy restaurant made me feel at home as I ate my meal, and everything tasted like it was made with love. The sushi tastes clean & fresh, and every piece was cut into thick slices. Miso soup comes with your meal if you order a chirashi or sushi set from the lunch menu, it was delicious! It was so warm and silky, and the green onions were cut into perfectly thin slices that complimented the soup. The udon had a bouncy chewy texture. I loved everything that I tried from here. The quality is amazing, and the owners seem to love what they do. There may be a bit of a wait since the restaurant is ran by the couple, but it's worth the wait if you have time! read more
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10600 Bellaire Blvd
Ste 115
Houston, TX 77072
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Are they on vacation? I tried to call but it went straight to voicemail.
This place is quite "unique". Too busy husband wife team. No way time to pick up the phone. Doubtful accept phone orders. It's an in person be super patient experience that is worth the wait. Amazing sushi.
Has Sushi Miyagi resumed dine in service yet?
Only to-go orders now. No phone orders. Please come in and order. Thank you!
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