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Stopped by during happy and did the "Signature Tasting" happy hour omakase 9 course tasting for 2 fora total of $120 10/10 recommend, it is perfect We ordered some extra happy hour items but all in all it was worth it. Had such a good experience I will go back! Intimate dark inside, bar seating available where you can view chefs cook. Waiter was so friendly, he mentioned you can do a Somakase where create your own tasting and you can give them a budget and any preferences or allergies & they can create an experience for you! Will be going back to do a Somakase!
Had a great experience at Uchi! Service was quick and every dish came out at a good pace. The kinoko nabe with gyutoro was definitely my favorite bite of the night -- so flavorful and comforting. We did the happy hour omakase for $120 for two people and it was absolutely worth it. Such a perfect date night spot! There's a parking garage at the Montrose Collective that you can park in for a fee!
They have a happy hour menu that goes from 4-6p that's really affordable and pretty extensive for a happy hour. The server said they're expanding to NYC next year (2027) so that will be fun. Parking is available (paid) across the street at an underground covered garage - you can use tap payment at the kiosk while exiting; it's automatic via your license plate. I think $4.25 for an hour and a half. hama chili - 3 pieces of yellowtail sashimi. best dish I tried walu walu - strong fishy taste, very heavy sakana tempura - an extremely rich, fried, very very heavy taste. I couldn't stomach eating more than 2 of them although they do seem to be cooked to perfection it's an extremely fatty dish. salmon makimono - interesting addition of mint to the roll; wasn't a huge fan of the collection of flavors but good quality fish/ingredients.
This place is still my fav. The inside is a casual vibe for a sushi place but the prices and taste is by any means casual. This is actually one of my favorite sushi spots in Houston. The service is great and the servers are similar with the dishes. There's a parking garage where you can park and it does cost money. I think I saw valet too but i don't think it is complimentary. They change up the menu every once in a while or try new things out. They have daily special on the menu. They have plenty of drinks and even zero proof. Their Brussel sprouts is truly one of the best I've ever had. They were like marinated and drenched in sweet chili and lemon. I tried the a5 hot rock waygu and that was very tasty. Flavors and texture was there I could taste the quality. My favorite was the a5 Uni nigiri. This just melted in my mouth. I tried the waygyu tartare and the bread it came with made this dish it was buttery or milky soft and tossed. The actual meat was grinded up like you'd expect and it was okay just the bread really made this dish. I also loved the kanpachi crudo. It was just the right amount of sauce that leveled up the amberjack and the pineapple brighten the dish. I tried the flounder on the daily special menu and that was not it. This had to be the worse thing I tried. The cilantro broth was too heavy and the cilantro flavors were overpowering. The flounder even tasted dry. I received a free crab roll and this was tasty. Had the hamachi chili which the hamachi is always my favorite with the chilis and pineapple. The blue fin otoro was also one of my favorites. I just love the melt in your mouth textures. The salmon belly was okay. I tried the collar bone fish (Hama Kama) and that was fire. You're suppose to scoop out the fish. It's very easy to pick off the fish it was so soft and fall off the bone. The sauce it came with reminded me of nuoc mam but its sesame vinegar. It paired really well with the fish.
Friendly staff, enthusiastic service, intimate atmosphere! Came to Uchi as part of a group dinner with a set coursed menu. The food was fantastic-- fresh, clean, and well complimenting flavors. The highlight for us was the Chutoro nigiri. Despite a classic combination of flavors, the ginger they used had a fresh and spicy kick which we all enjoyed, paired with melt in your mouth fish. The coursed dinner proved that you can't really go wrong with any of the menu items at Uchi, they're all made with simple ingredients which are prepared and paired well. Is it the best sushi restaurant in Houston? Unfortunately not... but are they in the runnings? 100% The vibes at Uchi are intimate. Regardless of if it's a date or a group dinner, the environment really brings everyone together... the bustling conversations throughout the dining room is evidence of that. Rating: 9/10, rounded up for 5 stars for great service and simply great ingredients
Uchi Houston might've been my best dining experience thus far. My partner and I came for our anniversary and had an extraordinary time dining with them. Our server was named Tyler, and he was very accommodating and knowledgeable of the menu. We had so many dishes, from the Walu Walu to the Wagyu every bite was perfection. When we were served each dish we were instructed on how best to eat it and a detailed description of its ingredients. I loved this aspect, we got to fully understand the process and get a well rounded experience. Uchi's ambient lighting and gorgeous interiors make for the perfect date night spot. My partner and I have already booked another reservation to come back in June!
Delicious omasake experience! We also ordered the shag roll from the menu. Would definitely recommend the happy hour omakase! It's filling, well-timed out courses, and a reasonable price for the amount of food. Ambiance is perfect for a fun date. Hype music but not too loud where you can't hear your date. Service is very very good. Every waiter is attentive, friendly, and welcoming.
This is my second time coming to Uchi. I was greeted by the hosts when I walked in and was taken care of. The staff were so friendly and they made sure to check on us while we were enjoying our meals. I went during happy hour which there was a lot of great deals. I got the omakase for 2 and it was worth it. I was excited to see what we were going to get next. The salmon nigiri was my favorite.We also got the Hama Kama and the flavor was amazing. It was so soft and the fish fell off the bone. I would definitely go back here especially if you are coming to celebrate for a special occasion.
Had a reservation at Uchi. Seated once the entire party arrived. Got our drink orders in quick. - Espresso martini was pretty good & miso carajillo was better after mixing! It took a while before food orders were placed. Luckily everything came out at a good pace. Service was excellent and staff was friendly. - Ora king salmon (1 big piece) - least fave, worth trying once tho - Muki hotate gunkan (scallop & avocado) - got a 2nd round since they were that good Sashimi 6pc - Madai: Good but scales/crispy texture threw me off - can't decide which was my fave between Akami (tuna) & Sake toro (salmon belly) - Unagi nigiri was great (slightly crispy) - Zero sen maki: roll was delicious, unique flavors! - Enjoyed the brussel sprouts. - Hot rock (wagyu 6pc): just like the name, that's where you cook the meat for a few seconds haha - Hama chili (yellowtail paired w/ orange): this was amazing They brought a complimentary dessert for a friend celebrating her birthday! Dessert: Fried milk ice cream (3pc) - melts in your mouth! Honestly each person should order their own portion for this! Can't wait to dine at Uchi again!
Stop 3 on an unexpected happy hour tour! Let's just say what I thought would be a 2 hour catch up at another spot turned into a full on girls night. We had already eaten but all desperately wanted a lychee martini. So we walked over and met the sweetest worker who told us we could hang out on the patio if we wanted a more relaxed vibe since we weren't planning on ordering food. This was perfect since we weren't also planning to do our small gifts exchange! We ran into a couple of guys who wanted to join in the fun and ended up getting us another round of a specialty margarita. While we were surprised there were no actual lychees the cocktail was still beautiful and even included an edible flower. Will come back for dinner
I loveddd their happy hour! We ordered lychee martinis which were super good, and a margarita on their menu which was yummy. The only downside is that they don't include a lychee in them(bummer!) However, our waitress was so sweet! I can't remember her name, but she worked Friday evening. She was very personable, and super friendly. I'll definitely be back for food next time.
Husband wanted to do an impromptu date night in the middle of the week, and we've always heard so much about Uchi he decided that's where he wanted to go! He was able to get reservations for the next day, even though they showed fully booked they were able to fit us in when we called them, which we really appreciated. I'm always a bit nervous with places that serve sushi because there's never much on the menu for me- I don't do seafood. And understandably I can't expect them to cater to non-seafood eaters at a seafood place. However, Uchi has so many options! They even have a vegetarian menu. My friends had told me to be sure to try the Gyutoro, it's this 72 hour wagyu beef sashimi, and when they bring it out they explain the way to eat it is to flip inside down and get a feel for the seasoning on the bottom. It was melt in your mouth delicious. We were so happy with that dish we ordered more. We also had the A5 Hot Rock with wagyu and it was such a fun concept. They bring out a hot stone, and raw wagyu beef, that you cook yourself tableside on top of the stone, it instantly starts to sizzle when the beef touches it. It's interesting because this was also Wagyu beef but the flavors and taste were entirely different from the other dishes we had ordered. We enjoyed this and was a fun concept. We had edamame which was standard fare, onion ring tempura- nice and crispy, gyumaki and for dessert we had the fried milk dessert. We enjoyed everything we ordered. Our server did seem in a hurry to rush us out, maybe that's because we were worked in when they were showing sold out? We had a great time though and can't wait to try more on the menu.
Uchi is one of those places that is consistently delicious and keeps me coming back! I've been many times and always have a really fun server but this time, ours was definitely good and knowledgeable but just lacked that "so glad you're here" personality. I didn't realize how much that makes an impression on your dining experience. The restaurant is upscale with sophisticated atmosphere. Everything I ordered was delicious and expertly crafted. My favorite of the evening was the lobster laksa!
3 years ago
Definitely a splurge. I cannot express how fun it is to eat here. I've been a few times but this last time we went for the chef's omakase...and boy oh boy was it amazing. 10 courses of happiness. Each course given to us was like Christmas morning...except 10 times in one night hahaha. Every course making you wish for more. Cocktails were pretty good as well. Our server was attentive and very friendly. The only negative thing I can say is--we had a reservation but still had to wait about 20-30 min after said reservation to be seated. It was a Friday night, so it was definitely packed. read more
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With so many options on the menu, my husband and I wanted to make sure that we didn't miss out on something incredible by sticking to our favorite items. So, we decided to go with the Omakase - Chefs Tasting and we are so glad that we did! Our waiter asked us about our food allergies and food preferences then tailored the tasting to our liking! However, neither of us have any food allergies and we aren't picky when it comes to food... so our waiter ended up bringing us all of his favorite items off the menu and it was amazing! Briar Cove Oysters - a very light and refreshing beginning to our tasting. We could tell that the oysters were fresh and thought that the citrus was a wonderful addition! Walu Walu - similar texture and consistency as Salmon. The chef perfectly crisped the outside while not over cooking the inside. Hirame Usuzukuri - served cold with candied quinoa on it. Also very light and refreshing with citrus undertones. Japanese Seabream - flown in to Houston daily from Japan, this delicious fish was served with citrus flakes giving it a sharp bite. Large Eye Bream - a very delicate fish that is served with a slice of pepper on it to give it a little kick. Flounder Fin Muscle - a very rare piece of the flounder. It was buttery and melts in your mouth. Rosy Sea Perch - a little more textured piece of fish that is served with a little chili sauce to add a punch. Blue Fin Otoro - the first fish filet that I've ever had that is marbled with fat, similar to a ribeye. Honestly, this fish was one of the most underrated meals of our tasting. I would like to eat this on a more regular basis! Short Rib - absolutely melt in your mouth and yet textured with a crisp outside. Ham and Eggs Roll - definitely the first pork based sushi roll I've ever had and it was absolutely delicious. A very nice American-Japanese fusion. I would get it again for sure! Hama Chili - yellowtail served cold with Thai chilis that pack a nice punch to an otherwise chilled meal. Kinoko Nabe with Gyutoro - the mushrooms and sticky rice were to die for. Such a warm homey meal. I would like to eat this on every cold/rainy day! Wagyu Tartare - absolutely delicious light bite after a few heavier meals. The horseradish was a nice switch in flavors as well. King Crab - I mean... we had to get the fresh crab on the menu... and it was delicious as expected. Fried Milk - my favorite of the two deserts. The blonde with the vanilla custard... **chefs kiss** and the fried milk was an interesting new bite to try! Pistachio Okashi - the cake was very moist and delicious. The plum ice cream was a little too tart for me but over all a great desert! We would highly recommend for you to let your waiters pick your tastings for you... they really know what they are doing! We truly would've never tried some of these things without our waiter selecting them for us and that would've been an absolute shame! read more
2 years ago
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1 year ago
My favorite sushi restaurant of all time in the US!! Impeccable, prompt, refined service with smart flavors. My first visit but I will return every single time I'm in Houston go forward. I love this restaurant!! Every single item was deliciously balanced, beautifully presented and memorable. It ain't cheap but worth every penny. They do have a happy hour with many items from their main dining menu so head over early 4-6pm if you can. Very lovely and plenty of street parking or you can valet nearby. read more
The food was great, but the service & experience is what makes Uchi a 5 star place! We came here for our anniversary. We had a reservation at 5. Arrived at 4:40, and the line was out the door! They don't open doors officially until 5. Make sure you have a reservation to ensure you have a table. We watched a young woman in front of us throw a fit b/c she could only be seated at the sushi bar as a walk-in. We were seated immediately and every employee we encountered wished us a happy anniversary. So sweet! We took a bit to pick from the happy hour menu so our waiter told us he'd pick a few of his favorites for us. They were all amazing! My favorites had to be the social pork, avocado 2 piece, walu walu, and yuca frites. The social pork literally melts in your mouth! Avocado 2 piece had such intricate flavors. We also got the sake kiwi, machi cure, and foies candy bar. I enjoyed all these dishes, but wasn't a super fan of the candy bar; I loved the fried milk and it was sincerely well worth it. It has 3 types of chocolate, including the most delicious mousse, and 3 fried balls that cream seriously just pops & melts in your mouth. You need to try this when you're here at least once! Everything you eat here is something you can't find elsewhere. Happy hour menu is made to be shared and is really only composed of 2-3 bites, but we ordered 8-9 servings and it filled 2 pretty quickly. For our anniversary they brought us the cantaloupe dish and said it was on the house. Such a small gesture but this sincerely made our night. They also gave us a $25 gift card for next time. Overall, I was highly looking forward to eating here. Had been waiting for months, and surely, they exceeded all expectations and will continue to be the gold standard of fine dining and excellent service moving forward. You need to go! read more
This was our first time at Uchi. We were so excited when we saw the extent of the vegetarian menu. We went with the vegetarian tasting menu ($60 per person) and were told that it would come with 7 or 8 courses. We were happily surprised when we got 13 different dishes. We got to try more than half of the items of the main vegetarian menu and happy hour menu. Everything was strongly flavored and seasoned to perfection. The -1 star is for the cost of everything. The portion sizes are small, so cost of food quickly adds up. For drinks I got the krinzan "classic" futsu-shu sake for $13. It was good and had a fruity taste to it, but overpriced. 1. Uchi Salad - The uchi salad is a daikon radish wrapped in greens which you eat by grabbing the daikon radish and dipping it into a delicious green creamy sauce. 2. Tomato nigiri - This consisted of two pieces of flavored tomato made to look like fish with seasonings on top. You eat it upside down to savor the flavor. I didn't like the strong tomato flavor to this one. 3. Avocado nigiri - This is two pieces of avocado dipped in a type of soy sauce. I love anything avocado dipped so enjoyed this one 4. Brussel sprouts - Brussel sprouts when done right are just delicious. This dish was amazing. The flavors fit really well together. 5. Chef's vegetarian roll (makimono) - This came with 6 pieces of sushi that we split. This was good, but not as flavorful as the pitchfork makimono which I enjoyed a little bit more. 6. konoko usuzukuri - This was an interesting mushroom dish made up flattened mushroom pieces dipped in a type of vinegar sauce. The flavors were very strong on this one. I wish this dish was a little bit warmer, but it tasted very cold like it came straight out of a fridge. The crisps that were on top were delicious 7. Bok choy salad - this was our first actual warm dish. It is a bok choy salad that you eat with cashew butter. It has a hint of a spicy flavor to it. The cashew butter was delicious, creamy and warm. I didn't enjoy this salad as much as our first uchi salad. 8. Pitchfork makimono - This came with 8 pieces that we split. I liked this makimono dish more than chef's vegetarian roll makimono 9. Nasu sushi - This came with 2 pieces of suchi topped with an eggplant. This was a very unique creamy dish. This was another warm dish. The flavors burst in your mouth when you take a bite, so be careful if it's hot. Very delicious! 10. Kinoko suhi - This was 2 pieces of a mushroom sushi. The mushroom is made to look like a type of meat dipped in a flavored butter sauce. This was my least favorite item. The butter flavor was overpowering. 11. Veggie mushi - This is a delicious warm, flavored soup with different vegetables inside. The soup has a slight sweet and tangy taste to it with a cream flavor. Very well done! 12. Veggie nabe - This is a unique dish. They bring out a rice dish with seasonal vegetables inside, break an egg over it, and mix it together in front of you. This causes the rice to crisp. I liked the unique flavor to it. At this point, we were full and couldn't finish this one. We took this one to go for lunch the next day. 13. Fried Milk Dessert - The last course was dessert. The fried milk was unique and delicious! It consists of three fried milk balls that are warm and burst milky liquid into your mouth when you take a bite, with crisp fudge crisps, creamy vanilla ice cream, and delicious pieces of what tastes like a type of graham cracker. I wish they gave more fried milk balls in this one. Our favorites: pitchfork makimono, veggie mushi, veggie nabe, nasu sushi, fried milk Overall a great experience! Service was great. The waiters were always watching to bring out the next dish for us. The total cost of all these dishes individually would have been $106 so not sure if the tasting menu which added up to $120 for two people was really worth it. read more
5 years ago
Yum yum! My boyfriend and I heard a lot of good things about Uchi, so we decided to give it a try. We were seated at the sushi bar, which was an excellent location for having a course (omakase) menu. I would recommend the omakase option to those who are trying at Uchi for the first time. The food definitely lived up to our expectations. The staff were also very friendly. The sake we ordered (Sake hakkaisan kijohshu) was very reasonably priced, and was very tasty (I am usually very picky with sake but this one was great! I would recommend this sake even to those who do not really like sake in general) Would definitely love to come again to Uchi! read more
3 years ago
Don't know why I waited so long to try this place.... Santos and Mike took great care of us. Everything we tried was fresh and flavorful! The pork belly with pumpkin As well the jasmine cream with cilantro granita. read more
The first time I came to Uchi, we ordered all vegetarian dishes and I remember everything was flavorful and unique but I couldn't really rate the restaurant fully because idk how great their sushi is! My friends and I finally decided to come here last Saturday and I must say Uchi has surpassed all other sushi places I've tried in Houston!! Everything we ordered was seasoned well with the quality of the fish were 10/10! We tried many pieces that we've never heard of and all tasted so gooddd. Also, when we finished, the chef surprised us with 2 great desserts which were fried Milk and another one that's lemony flavored Peña Cotta like dessert!! I cannot wait to come here again. read more
4 years ago
The food was good, but portions were very small and overpriced for what you get. Visiting Houston from California for the weekend and my friend and I decided to try out Uchi as it was recommended to us by many friends. We tried several items on the happy hour menu (black bream nigiri (4/5), kanpachi crudo (3.5/5), sake Karachi (3/5), negi hana futomaki (3.5/5), bluefin maki (3.4/5), walu walu (3.5/5), wagyu skewers (3.5/5). Black bream nigiri was the most worth it - fish had a smooth velvety texture and tasted very fresh. I ordered two more nigiris from the main menu - hokkaido scallop - scallop was so thinly sliced. Usually for the price, it is a larger cut - Hokkaido uni - I was expecting an uni explosion in my mouth, but due to the small size the experience lacked the punch and left me half satisfied Overall, would likely not come again if visiting Houston in the future as I can find the same quality with larger size portion in CA for half the price. read more
3 years ago
Obsessed with Uchi! some of the best tasting sushi I have had in Houston. Fresh and delectable. The short rib melted in your mouth! And having it all made in front of you adds extra pizzazz to the experience. Service here is also quick and efficient!! read more
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Excellent meal from start to finish! We had a reservation for 2 at 4:30 and were promptly seated at a comfortable booth. The interior is contemporary with lots of warm wood accents. Our server, Sohan, was prompt and friendly. We each started with a Kara Kyuri cocktail, which happened to be on the happy hour menu. It was very light and refreshing, though the Thai chili gave it a very spicy kick. It is not for the faint of heart, so if you would prefer something less spicy, the Satsuma and Lychee Natsu are also great. The lychee cocktail was actually our favorite and is dangerously easy to drink. They also have an excellent and extensive list of sake. We started with the Yokai Berry, the Walu Walu, the Hama Chili, and the Pitchfork. All were on the happy hour menu and all were excellent. We actually ended up ordering another Yokai Berry later in the meal because it was so delicious. The flavors were all delicately balanced and interesting. We then moved on to the Wagyu Hot Rock, Bluefin Maki, and Pork Belly. The Wagyu was unsurprisingly melt-in-your-mouth amazing and the pork belly was cooked to perfection. The bluefin maki was such a nice surprise. The orange really sent the roll in an unexpected, but delightful direction. We finished with the Sake Namida, some Hokkaido Uni, and the Fried Milk for desert. Everything we had was excellent and I would definitely order anything we ate again. Because most of our visit was during happy hour, our bill was very reasonable for the number of dishes we ordered. read more
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3 years ago
The sushi and service were fantastic! Uchi is one of our favorite restaurants in Austin and Houston! read more
2 years ago
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3 years ago
This was a culinary experience that I'll tell my grandkids about someday. From start to end, Uchi takes you on a journey that highlights flavors and cooking techniques that I never I'd have the opportunity to experience. With a reservation of 5, we sat in a dimly lit booth and ordered off of the happy hour menu and regular menu. We ordered a variety of dishes that consisted of singular, hand-held bites for each person. Some of my favorites includes the nasu nigiri, sake crudo, kinoko nabe, and kinoko nigiri. The waitress brought out the dishes one by one, so it felt like we were eating omakase. Some bites were more memorable than others, but I enjoyed every second of it. I ordered the kara kyuri and lychee natsu cocktails, and I have no complaints here. Service is efficient and attentive; the ambiance is intimate and inviting. Considering the techniques required to make these bites and the menu's uniqueness, Uchi is worth its value. read more
5 years ago
Uchi has been on my bucket list for YEARS. My boyfriend surprised me with a dinner here for our anniversary. Reservations are super easy to make on their website! We ended up parking ourselves because there was an open spot nearby and it was raining. The valet man told us to stay in our car until we were contacted that our table was ready. Ended up waiting about 10-15 minutes. Since it was our first time, we ordered the omakase, which was around $125/person. I ordered the kara kyuri cocktail, which tasted like fresh, citrusy cucumber water with a spicy kick. Since the dishes were chef's choice, I don't know the exact name of the dishes but every thing tasted amazing! As for dessert, we received the jasmine cream and coconut tapioca. We also ordered the fried milk and we liked this better than the desserts that were offered on the omakase. Getting omakase at Uchi is truly a great experience and every one should splurge on it at least once in their lifetime. Hopefully we will be back soon to try their happy hour! read more
5 years ago
We made a reservation here and it was my first time! I don't know if I would come again, but it was definitely an experience. The people here are so nice and so attentive. Our server, Muk, especially treated us very well. She's so nice and knows the menu well and what she likes to recommend. I can't remember what we ate, but the small dishes had such unique flavors. I loved the pear and fish one with these somewhat white crackers. All of the fish was so fresh. My favorite piece was the uni, probably the best uni I've had! My bf really enjoyed the king trumpet mushroom nigiri. I wasn't really a fan of it, but he really enjoyed the texture! It is pricey, but I really love the atmosphere. Such a cool interior design and clean bathrooms!! read more
5 years ago
Went for my birthday and as always the service and the food is exceptionally good and creative. If you want omakase but are tired of the traditional way of just slices of fish and want something different, go try Uchi. I love how each dish is something new for you to as they combine different ingredients to create a unique flavor. The quality of fish could improve, but then it would increase the price. I love how affordable it is compared to other joints that charge about 120-180 bucks in Houston and over 200+ on other places for omakase (chefs tasting menu). Dessert is also really great. TIp: Go during happy hour so you can order some of the other ones that you like. I recommend the Wagyu that is super affordable as a happy hour menu. I remember paying $144 for 4oz of Wagyu at Nobu. At Uchi, you can enjoy wagyu without crying when paying for the bill. Follow me on Instagram @willeatfood read more
No doubt one of the best sushi spots in Houston, on equal standings with MF Sushi, definitely ranked above Roka Akor. Every piece of sushi we had and every dish we ordered was a work of art and of superb quality (by Houston standards). All the raw items tasted quite fresh, without much of that strong fishy odor, yet still not comparable with the casual sushi restaurants in Japan. And with quality sushi here in the US, the exorbitant prices follow closely behind. I honestly do not feel it is worth dishing out close to $100 per person just to still feel hungry by the end of the meal. #260 read more
5 years ago
Tried the vegetarian omakase and it might have been the best meal I've ever had. It was my first time trying sushi, so i didn't know what to expect, but I was blown away. Every single item the chef prepared was delicious with unique flavor combinations and unlike anything i've tasted. The servers were very attentive, promptly filling water glasses, bringing out new plates, and explaining what each dish is. The ambiance is also very beautiful and has an expensive feel to it. I'd recommend making a reservation before you come. Also, parking can be a bit difficult since there's a lot of construction around the area. I ended up street parking a few streets behind the restaurant, but they also have valet. overall, a bit pricey but absolutely worth it for a special night out! i read more
5 years ago
I come here pretty often and my expectations are always exceeded. However, I came during the day and the food was so lackluster... everything's temperature was off. Hot foods weren't hot enough. The pistachio desert was awful, sorbet tasted like straight vinegar and the cake was dry.. first desert I've had here that I did not like. This is my favorite restaurant but the food was just off.. not sure if it's because it's morning shift and the chefs aren't as knowledgeable or what (I will say that the severs were excellent & pleasant) read more
4 years ago
Uchi is hands down my favorite sushi restaurant. Note that there are a few different locations. Personally, I like the Austin, then Dallas, then Houston Uchis in that order, but let's be real - all of them are amazing. If you're looking for pure, traditional sushi, I would say Uchi is not that. However, I love how Uchi plays on traditional Japanese cuisine / sushi and elevates them even further. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu, but here are my personal must gets: - Hama chili - shishito peppers - Brussels sprouts - karaage - hot rock - namahotate (day boat scallop) - gyutoro (72-hour short rib) - fried milk dessert (may only be on the Dallas menu) If you're not looking to ball out too hard, keep in mind Uchi also has a pretty good selection of food on their happy hour menu. The happy hour prices are quite reasonable and would be a great way to enjoy Uchi without breaking the bank. As you can see, I can go on and on about Uchi as it's truly one of my favorite restaurants and dining experiences. I know it can be a bit of a splurge but it's definitely worth it! read more
4 years ago
I finally tried this place and I loved it! We made reservation for late night and they were still busy (no wonder!) Our server was Anthony he's honestly one of the best server I've ever met !! he went above and beyond to make our first visit amazing! I loved all food he picked for us it was truly amazing I can't name and explain everything here but please ask for anthony you'll be happy with him just like us!!!!we'll be regular from now on Thank you anthony for your awesome service!!!!!! read more
Years later and Uchi is still one of my favorite places in Houston. The Ham and Eggs roll is still one of my favorite dishes anywhere. If you go for happy hour, make reservations or come at opening at 4pm to get your name asap on the list. read more
5 years ago
There's a reason why Uchi has so many good reviews and why you need to make reservations ahead of time. It definitely isn't cheap but I would say go at least once to go try! The must orders are the uni and the foie gras! These will melt in your mouth! Honestly anything you order will be yummy but those two are a must. Make sure to try their selected sushi from the menu! Got to try some that I've never had before. Make sure to leave room for dessert! read more
2 years ago
Love love love. This is my favorite sushi restaurant in Houston. The service is excellent every time. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable. I live close by and I'm a regular here. The ambiance is super nice. It's my go to date night spot as well. The Walu walu is my fav when in season, I always get the sake toro and yellowfin chuturo read more
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WoW WoW WoW ... I mean WoW... it was one of the absolute most amazing place I have had sushi at... We decided to let our chef go to work for us and create the menu... WOW I kept telling myself that I would take a pic cause the platting was amazing and simply Beautiful... but as soon as we saw the plate we just couple resist and kept eating... 6 course meal became 8 and Chef was very nice and generous... We even got two plates remade just cause we couldn't stop eating... Anyone and Everyone who is in Houston must must go to this place... it's phenomenal yummy yummy yummy... read more
4 years ago
Let me start with how amazing this place is. I came to celebrate my girlfriends birthday and she had the best dinner ever. I had made a reservation for 8:30pm but I was running a little late. I called and let them know ahead of time and they were very accommodating. I actually came like 20-25 min late and usually places would not have seat you because they were very busy as well. Parking was very quick, there is valet across the street, a parking garage across the street as well and of course street parking too. Restaurant was right on the corner so it was easy to find. Area was nice and beautiful houses in the neighborhood. It was my first time here and everyone was very friendly. From the host seating us down to our waitress and sushi chef greeting us with the most genuine smile. We had the omakase 10 course and some other food to try as well. our chef was Bailey and he was awesome! He made sure if anyone was allergic to anything and had the best recommendation as well. Our favorite was the scallop, uni and toro! Oh can't forget the wagyu hot stone as well. It's so hard to describe how great the food is. You have to just try it for yourself. We mentioned to Bailey we will be back this Saturday and he gave us a $25 dine in credit gift card which is very thoughtful and kind of him. I highly recommend this place for dates, gatherings and celebrations! They definitely make it special for you. Can't wait to be back. read more
TL;DR: In summary, 1.) Book an "omakase" in advance for a date night. 2.) EAT. MOAR. NIGIRI. 3.) Whenever it's available again, eat at the bar. Uchi will forever remain a part of my memory as it is the first omakase I've ever tried in HTX. Since then, as a couple we've continued coming here and enjoying a grand night out, blessed with the situation that we had almost no clue what we'd be fed--we just knew we were gonna eat GOOD. With omakase their's always one or two dishes you can say "meh" to, but in the grand scheme of things, Uchi always delivers quite a show and always knocks it out of the park with their tongue flipping pieces of nigiri. Tonight was different and I understand that changes will need to be made due to the pandemic. I mostly miss being able to eat at the bar... There's always something special about being able to see what goes on behind the bar, and anyone else that knows their way around their kitchen can easily appreciate such things--even in silence. The Pandemic: We couldn't let one of our favorite spots fizzle out, so before the year ended we wanted to continue supporting Uchi and also redeemed the gift card given out to folks who ordered takeout months ago. Prior to modifications, Uchi was strictly take out only for the first few months following March. Today, tall makeshift plexiglass barriers constructed with wood sit in between booths. Again, no bar seating. The entire bar is plexied to the teeth, as well. Look & Feel: The restaurant is quite beautiful using classic architectural elements curiously with a hint of a popular modern/contemporary accents... black Industrial piping with lots of wood. I can't help but stare at the liquid chalk board in the back, and by chance, we always get reservations on the left side away from it, so I'll find my eyes wander towards that direction while waiting on the next dish or if conversation runs dry. Food: Their sushi is top notch and their selection is impressive, even in comparison to other high end joints. An experience like this brought me back to a time I tried a Michelin star in New York, but this time each piece has an amazing spin or accent. You know you've stepped into the right restaurant when they don't leave you a bottle of soy sauce at the table. With the omakase you will be met with palette cleansers between dishes and there will be a devised menu in which flavors should build onto each other. For Uchi, I can give a bow to their food. It's nothing short of amazing, but why I can't give it 5-stars is due to some items being inconsistent in quality and sometimes a rather predictable theme for the omakase (fruits and tangerines with everything), and in comparison to other joints, the price tag can be considered quite hefty. But c'mon dude. I don't care if they're advertising grade 20 wagyu--I probably wouldn't get it again. That hot rock wagyu was a bust, but I admit the novelty factor was a 10-out-of-10; but ponzu sauce for beef...? I guess they were going for something like a 'tataki,' and 4 itsy bitsy pieces that cant fit on a ball of rice...? The cuts felt extremely underwhelming; the wagyu barely had any fat lines and even though we tried very hard to maintain the tenderness & texture while trying to get a good sear, it just didn't deliver. Service: With the omakase, Uchi aims to please and takes in consideration your critique. If you particularly don't like something, the guys will try to bring you something that will make you happy. Recommendations: 1.) Tom Kha Gai soup - trust me, I was surprised, too. Who would've thought you'd find the BEST bowl in Houston at a sushi restaurant? Not me. On our second trip back we had to request for it with the omakase and the team accommodated us. That's pretty freakin' cool. 2.) Nigiri sushi - there's just too many to name. I will say they probably have some of the best tuna (of any cut). One of the best bang for buck pieces there is the blue fin akami. If you're there for social hour, always get that AND the chef's choice. It sits at $4/pc but the I'm sure the fish rotates based on how much they have in stock or how the chef feels on that particular day, and today they were serving loup de mer--and good God, I had to get another couple pieces after trying it; ontop they accent the fish with a bit of olive oil, a few flakes of kosher salt, and something green (maybe some kind of dill puree?). I'm always a fan of amberjacks if the restaurant has them. Their vegetarian option, eggplant nigiri, I remember was fantastic, but not so amazing this time around. 3.) Omakase - really, this should be at the top. It's the ultimate foodies' date. Just let the staff take care of you as the chef will often make dishes outside the menu and ask for your honest opinion, so even if you are a regular, you'll still get hit with occasional surprises! Been there three times now for birthdays and anniversaries and they usually kill it. Of course, my favorite part is the nigiri. read more
3 years ago
Reservation is a-must if you do not want to wait especially on the weekends. This is one of the best sushi place in town. Located in Montrose, limited parking on the streets. It's best to do the complimentary valet parking. The ambience here can range from classy to trendy. The staff is always friendly with excellent service. They are very welcoming and knowledgeable of the menu. You can select from the menu or do the omakase which the chef's selections for the night. It's spontaneous not knowing what you're going to get each time. I would recommend sitting by the bar, you get to see the chef in action. The Uchi chefs are very talented with the way they cut the sashimi or garnishing each dish. You can ask the hostess to sit you by the bar. One thing that is a must-try here is the fried milk. It's their specialty dessert. I love every bit of it and it was the perfect way to end dinner. read more
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904 Westheimer Rd
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Houston, TX 77006
Montrose, Fourth Ward
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Do you still have patio seating?
No, they do not but check out their adjoining bar.
Is the full menu also available during happy hour?
If the question is about the food, then they have a Happy hour menu, both vegetarian or vegan and regular
Is there still a corking fee?
No I don't believe so but don't absolutely quote me on that! But we'll worth it I promise!
Does this restaurant offer tatami floor seating?
No they don't its a more modern sushi restaurant. You might want to try Teppay
How much is valet parking?
Its complimentary, you just have to let the valet service know that you are visiting Uchi.
I love sushi, but my partner does not. Do they have dishes available for people who don't eat raw fish or raw meat? Anything cooked that's not sushi? The menu is a bit difficult to understand.
They have many cooked items that are delicious. Not everything is raw but I wouldn't suggest Omakase "Chef's choice" because it is mostly raw
I see in curbside menu that there's Omakase for $150.... if that for one person or is that a bundle because it mentions for two?
We didn't have the Omakase curbside, but dined in. They're small plates, so the dishes will prob avg 2 pieces or so.
I noticed recent pictures of to go sushi it doesn't look good. Could they serve with ice? After all it's raw fish and ice isn't a huge overhead.
My wife and I were there tonight. Quality was excellent. As good as always. Less of a crowd as expected.… Read more
Is Uchi still offering happy hour?
Yes, Uchi is honoring their Sake Social menu everyday between 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM CT.
How dressy is dressy attire?
Upscale casual. I wouldn't go here in shorts and flip flops, but the crowd is definitely on the dressier side. They're pretty relaxed, so a cool hipster vibe works well too.
Can someone eat at the bar without a reservation?
Yes, there are two bars, one that's geared more to drinking but you can still order food and then the sushi bar, which is where you want to be obviously. the earlier you go, the easier it is to get a good spot. You might have to wait 10-15 minutes… Read more
What time do you have to start lining up to get first or second place in the sake social line? I know it's offered from 5 to 6:30 but there's a huge line every day when I pass by! Also where in the restaurant is the best place to sit? Thanks!
Generally the wait isn't very long these days. I just went 2 Wednesdays ago, and we just happened to get there 5 minutes before opening (wasn't really trying to get there early), and we were third in line. Seated immediately.
How much is the chef's tasting menu?
The price of the tasting menus vary daily, but the 5-6 course "favorites" menu is generally $75 for two people and the 10 course omakase is about $100/pp. If you're looking to dine with a specific budget, the servers or chefs at the sushi bar can… Read more
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