Driving by on Louetta and saw the sign for this place and immediately had to stop be what do you mean sushi burrito. Walked in the employees, Jen and Faousto, were attentive and super helpful. Both took the time to explain the process on building your own burrito, bowl, or how the deep fried burritos are made. Now to get down to it. The food was delicious. The ginger dressing or house ginger sauce is perfect, everything is fresh and the selection was generous. We asked for 2 sauces on the side, they happily did it and were so polite about it. The restaurant and restroom is clean and has limited seating. We will definitely be back for more and recommend you come too. read more

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This was an interesting place for sushi burrito. The ambiance was small but I was happy there was seating there. The service was ok but I know when I asked her for a recommendation for my bowl she didn't understand what I was asking. I told her I'll get the shaggy dog burrito since it's a popular dish. It was delicious and I got a miso soup as well. I do love the tea options there. I love that they have international snacks available. Not a bad place after all. read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Shaggy Dog - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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My experience was average. Not horrible and not great. First off, the gyoza were average at best. I wish I would have tried the jalapeño's or seaweed salad. Seaweed was a good add to my burrito. I ordered the Fatboy. Fish was fresh. The shrimp tempura was great. Being a first timers, I think I added too many additional things in my burrito. Conflicting flavors and soggyness was the result. Daughter had the spicy Krab. She felt her burrito to be average too. I'm not ruling out another visit but I'd order different I'd try the Katsu bowl. If I ordered a favorite burrito I wouldn't add the extra stuff. I'd also try the burrito bomb. The prices here are high. So, feeling like you get value will also shape your opinion. That said, cheaper than ordering sushi rolls at your favorite sushi place read more

U-Maki has so much options to choose from and it was delicious. The service when I came was nice, they were being sweet and patience with when i'm ordering. It's a good place to dine in and eat! I recommend. read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Under new management. Still good but not the same. Order 3 fat boys bowls and was not full or filling. Portions are getting smaller and smaller. I remember when my bowls were full and I'd eat half of the fat boy and it would make me full. I used to save the other half for later. Now these bowls aren't even filling for $18 each and no I don't eat more. I still eat the same. At least if you want to give the filling feeling to your customers, give more rice. My toppings portion was perfect. I just didn't have enough rice. I got 2 of my bowl with brown rice and it was cold and hard. Needs to be cooked a little longer. My husband got the white rice and his was okay. Just small portion. The inside was cool and nice. Had tons of Japanese snacks and drinks. read more

the food was DELICIOUS. everything was so fresh and the service was immaculate!! it was so nice and clean inside i literally love this place. it was my first time and i got the bowl with sushi rice and added my toppings and if you have not tried this PLEASE do!! read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Maki Bowl (1 Protein) Sushi Rice - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Great sushi! Fresh and fast! Sushi burritos, bowls or rolls! Always friendly staff. Very cute Japanese decor

This place used to be so good in portions and now it's gone, they charge extra for toppings when you ask for a little more (when they have given you so little) The service can sometimes be okay or bad nothing crazy inviting it always feels awkward as you order. read more

The place was very nice and the employees were kind and helpful. The seats were clean and I liked the overall vibe of the place. The food was delicious, would definitely come back/recommend this place ! read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - 2 Protein Burrito - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

I ordered from this place at least once a month during the school year. The food is always fresh and delicious! I love the bowls! read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - 1 Protein Maki Burrito - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

We got two bowls 2 proteins, kids bowl and miso soup for $35. The kids bowl was very pitiful looking. With only one tiny half a shrimp and had to pay .50 cents extra for the two small slices of avocado. Very disappointed in that. Where we normally go for a poke bowl the miso soup is complimentary, here it wasn't and of course the portions where underwhelming. Needless to say I probably won't come back. read more

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The first question I always ask myself before going into a place like this is, "Will the novelty be worth it?" I've gone into plenty fusion restaurants where a quirky combination seems like it would be a good idea only to be disappointed. U-Maki overcame this fear of mine and provided a delicious sushi "burrito" which is basically just a huge roll. If you are expecting a corn or flour tortilla-filled burrito with sushi ingredients, you'll be disappointed. But that is the only real disappointment you will experience because the food is fresh, it's prepared quickly, and it's delicious. You order your "Burrito" like you order one at the build-it-yourself burrito places like Freebird or Chipotle, except here, the choices are all sushi-based. The fish was fresh, the additional ingredients were fresh and delicious, and everything appeared to be handled properly. You watch them as they make your sushi burrito, and you can help direct additional ingredients as you see fit. Like the other burrito places, the more protein you put into your burrito, the more expensive it is. There are options for having your sushi burrito prepared like a huge roll, like a poke bowl, or as a salad (which are nice options, in my opinion). They do have traditional sushi restaurant sides available like gyoza and miso soup and they can also make traditional rolls, although I didn't try the rolls. The gyoza we had was fried but delicious. The ambiance is more of like a Subway or Chipotle. That's not to say it's bad; it's just not what one normally experiences with a sushi restaurant. As for service, it was quick and competent; nothing to marvel about, but also, efficient and friendly. The biggest question I answer after an experience with a new establishment is, "Would I go back?" The answer to this question for me is, "Yes." Is it a place I will put on my regular rotation of establishments? Maybe not, but it will definitely fill a niche for when I want a huge roll made quickly with ingredients I select myself. read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - My creation: the spicy salmon sushi burrito with pickled peppers and pickles, masago, and spicy mayo and a ginger sauce - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

This is a neat place to your tastebuds . There are some many different ways you can make your meal. My favorite is the U-MAKI fries and a bowl. The combinations are endless. So I recommend exploring a little. You will find something the add highlights to your tastebuds. read more

Place was nice the staff were clean and the store was clean and sanitary, but pricey but definitely worth the delicious wait! read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - The Fatboy was 1lb 6oz with the only addition being cucumber and cabbage LOL - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Definitely worth giving this spot a try. It's a build-your-own sushi burrito restaurant (think Chipotle or Subway but with sushi). The burrito I concocted consisted of tuna, salmon, cucumbers, avocado and soy sauce. I don't care for wasabi and spicy flavors so I was able to get it exactly what I wanted. I also opted to get a cup of miso soup as well (meal total $12). This restaurant has a great concept and it's sooo delicious read more

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Fantastic restaurant under new management, clean and delicious, price reasonable. Still wanna try something new from here, love it Services are friendly~ read more

Food: SOO GOOD. super filling and variety of options (for both veggies and proteins). if you don't eat a lot, one roll is definitely shareable Service: person serving us was nice but kinda shy Ambience: inside along w the outside location was nice so we walked around afterwards Fatboy: my personal favorite. LOTS of protein Skinny Girl: lighter and also super good read more

Went back again last Thursday and they have gotten worse. Looks like new owners. Food portions have actually gotten smaller and the lettuce was as brown as the rice. Wont be back again read more

The food here is very delicious. In town visiting and wanted to check out what my relative has been raving about. Had a grilled chicken salad and a Salmon and Spicy Tuna Burrito. Met Hilda and Cindy who is the Manager and they are really pleasant and nice. You gotta try U'maki for yourself. read more

Place was so bad I made a yelp account. Food is mediocre and overpriced for the amount of food you get. You are much better off going to any other place like poke yana and poke hut! This place has no life to it and the workers look like they don't wanna be there. I think the owners should work on making this place feel more passionate! No wonder this place is so empty. read more

My boyfriend and I were made sick by this place! We ordered a high maintenance tea and there was SOAP/CLEANER IN OUR DRINK! We each took a big sip and instantly we knew something was wrong.. The employees are kinda rude - not sure if they are just high school kids with little social skills but they just stared at us until we ordered - very awkward. I believe if they spent less time on their phone and more time paying attention to their job - we wouldn't have had soap in our drink. I tried to be really nice about the whole soap in my drink situation but I'm not sure they believed me. Be careful here! read more

I don't know what happened to this place. The pricing has gone up but the quality down. I don't remember the burritos being so small. The place/staff isn't as friendly anymore. The tables felt dirty inside. I ordered a sushi burrito with shrimp tempura and the shrimp were so small I could barely taste them. They don't give you very much of anything. So sad to see this place go down in quality. read more

I was in Houston over the Christmas holidays, and I stopped here for a bite. We ordered the Chicken Katsu and the Southern Flair and both were fantastic I have one complaint... Make them bigger for the price read more

Go on a Tuesday, get two dollars off! Now, we're in Houston people so it's not going to be a poke bowl place like a coastal destination but it sure does the trick and won't make you sea sick! :D Plus, it's fun to choose and make your own bowl or burrito with fresh ingredients and flavorful sauces. read more

Loving this twist to sushi with stuffing all the fresh ingredients into a seaweed burrito. As a picky eater (especially when it comes to sushi), making my own was the best option. Inside you'll see shrimp tempura, krab salad, edamame, carrots & more read more

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I came to this place because I was really craving poke and the place that I usually go to was closed so I decided to try this place for the first time. I came in and was immediately taken care of, he even made recommendations. The service was good. However when I sat down and tried my food I was a little disappointed by the lack of flavor in my maki bowl. I got a two protein bowl (spicy tuna and spicy salmon) but the bowl was very bland. I kept adding soy sauce cause there was no flavor!!!! Service is good but food was not. I do not recommend. I immediately regretted it and wished I would've ate next door read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Fat Boy used to be twice the size look I like this place but I don't want to pay more for less. I don't mind paying more for a good portion. I feel lately kinda not worth it read more

Decided to visit the place for the first time today and got the Wild Cajun Burrito which was really good. The food tasted fresh and the burrito filled me up. The only change I would make next time is not have cucumber but that is just me. read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Wild Cajun Sushi Burrito - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

I have no idea how I came across this place but I was glad I did. This was an interesting creation but I was down for it. I was so satisfied! Definitely a huge portion too. I recommend you checking it out for yourself! read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Sweet people and the food is good, but for just a sushi burrito it's $20. But in all fairness the portion size is enough for 2 meals.

I love this restaurant. I may not be able to drive to get it often but it is am amazing treat when I get it. I tend to spend here alot less than I would getting sushi rolls. My rare treat is to get a huge 7 protien bowl that is mainly regular and spicy salmon and tuna bc I predominantly like the raw fish and get it when I know my anemia is acting up and my iron is low. Other wise it is hard to justify a $30 sushi bowl. They used to have "seasonal" protien options like scallops, red fish, etc but they never seem to have any of them anymore. Some workers are better about making a quality product with good portion and amount of the toppings and they seem to have a high turn over rate of employees so it can be hard when others barely put any fish in their scoops or barely any toppings especially when the tuna price went up and EACH SCOOP cost an extra $4 dollars but over all an amazing place to eat. read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Umaki bowl - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

Sushi and burritos combined in one? Count me in! I throughly enjoyed my experience here, and definitely will be returning. I just wish there was another location closer to me so I didn't have to drive to Spring. I got the Fat Boy. It was amazing. It contained salmon, tuna, and a bunch of delicious sauces that complimented the sushi burrito well. I honestly still prefer just regular sushi, BUT trying this place is a must!! read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

My first time getting a sushi burrito!! I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was such a good experience with great food. The service is awesome. They were extremely helpful at answering our questions. They did a great job in following COVID regulations and making sure everything was sanitized etc. The food is really good here!! We ordered two Fat Boys (one burrito, one bowl), and I also customized a burrito. Everything was so good and I feel like the portions are a good size for a good price too. I went on a Tuesday, and to be pleasant surprise they have a $2 Tuesdays deal, where you get $2 off your burrito etc. Highly recommend! read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Bowl: Fat Boy Burrito: Customized - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Wow, this place is really great, the ingredients are fresh and delicious, the price is reasonable, I will come back again

The best in the city! The service is always good and my go to is the fat boy. There is an up charge for the tuna but I just get double salmon which is fine with me. I've gotten it in burrito and bowl form and it never disappoints. I love how consistent it is every time I come here. I just wish they had more locations closer to the loop. Do yourself a favor and sign up with your phone number and get rewarded. They also have a special on Tuesdays to save $2. I will continue to come here because the value is great for the quality. read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - U'maki fries - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Really disappointed about what it has become. I have been going to U-Maki for years now. I always LOVED the food and the prices, but WHAT HAS HAPPENED? The last time I ordered here was about a month ago and omg, the PRICES! I used to get the fat boy and boy did I feel FAT afterwards. I remember only eating half and then keeping the other half for a second meal. I was shocked that the fat boys were now $17 and the amount was measly. It was less than half of what it used to be. I know that inflation & shrinkflation is ubiquitous, but this is really outrageous. I cannot afford to eat here, nor do I want to anymore. For that amount of money, I can just stay home and make my own sushi. Final verdict: No, I will not be going here again until something changes. I would not recommend this place to a friend either. read more

U-Maki brings the spirit of choose-your-own adventure stories to the world of sushi. Starting with a base (roll, bowl, or salad), customers are invited to choose everything from their proteins, vegetables, sauces, and other edible accoutrements such as furikake and sesame seeds. The 'burrito' part of the sushi refers more to the way the rolls are cut - halfway instead of traditional bite-sized pieces. I opted for a roll with shrimp tempura and crab (you can choose up to 3, with an adjusted price for each addition) and while I was a little disappointed that the tempura was precooked and lukewarm, it made the whole assembly line move quickly so that my roll took more than five minutes from start to finish. Making it even quicker is a clever machine that rolls out a perfectly uniform layer of sushi rice. Nearly all of the toppings thereafter are free, with the exception of avocado, which is a dollar extra. I enjoyed my roll well enough, especially with the novelty of eating a customized sushi burrito. If you're ravenous like my husband and I were, you might find that one roll might be a little shy of a filling portion. The dining area is on the smaller side but clean. The folks behind the counter aren't warm and welcoming, but for a fast, casual meal, they get the job done. read more

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I ordered two fat boy burritos and two bowls. When they are finally delivered and I open My order. I have someone else's burrito, and both of my bowls aren't in there.. waited an hour for the food just for half of it to be missing . read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Missing my two sushi bowls, and have a third burrito that wasn't mine - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Okay, let's get into it! The maki burritos were pretty good. We tried the southern flare and a custom maki burritos. The southern flare maki burrito had: tempura shrimp, fried crawfish, avocado, cream cheese, crunchy tempura flakes, and unagi sauce. Our custom maki burritos had: tempura shrimp, spicy mayo, red cabbage, seaweed. I tried both, but the southern flare was my favorite. I just should have gotten spicy mayo on the side and it would have been perfect. The price point was nice cheaper than my other go to location, but they also dont have as many options to choose from. All and all I would try this place again. read more

The sushi burrito was okay, some flavors were lacking, the size was a good size but the price was not great. Would rather go to a sushi spot and do all you can eat read more

U-Maki Sushi Burrito - Salmon, tuna, shrimp tempura, fried crawfish, rice, onion, seaweed salad, cucumber, and avocado - Japanese Near Me - Houston, Texas