The decor is space-themed, so I was immediately impressed when we walked in. Turn the lights down a little lower, and put some black light art up, and then it would be out of this world! Patrick was our server, and he truly made us feel welcomed, and took care of us the entirety of our visit! Definitely ask for him if it's your first time here. He took his time to thoroughly explain the menu, and offered some excellent suggestions! My absolute favorite was the red snapper roll! I forgot what was in it, but the combination of ingredients made it a MUST HAVE each time we come here! We will definitely be coming back!!! read more

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Ari was great, and the food was good as well I liked the seared sushi and the salmon was nice and fatty

came here for my birthday,( great promotion you get to eat for free!) Everything was amazing! the Service was good and fast. The Ambiance is giving space it's so cool my 3yo loved it. read more

Love the decor inside Umiya Midtown! Also spotted a massive Bumblebee on display lol. Service was great; waiter was chill/attentive. Got a mango-rita. Apps: - yellowtail on fire - salmon & tuna tataki - tuna cappaccio - kobe steak tataki (ok) Kitchen apps: - seafood dynamite (delicious but rice/shrimp cracker was stale) Ordered: - seaweed salad - cucumber salad (I think pickled; liked it more than expected!) - Red snapper roll - pretty good - salmon sashimi (sake) - would've kept ordering if I wasn't so full lol - unagi sushi - seared scallop & tuna & salmon Dessert: Oreo tempura (2pc) - had to split with another person cuz my stomach was gonna explode haha Overall, quality for AYCE sushi was excellent! read more

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All you can eat ordering from the menu so made fresh for you. I came for lunch and was the 2nd person at the restaurant. Service was good but noticed that food from other tables was coming out before me. Another thing that threw everything off was the fruit flies or nags that kept flying around the food - killed 3 of them but more kept coming. The server did offer for the manager but I was cold and lost my appetite and didn't want to wait around. read more

Umiya Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Umiya is easily one of the best AYCE sushi restaurants in Houston in terms of quality and service! They have excellent quality sashimi/nigiri and sushi roll options. Unlike many other AYCE sushi restaurants, their sashimi are fresh and relatively thick-cut and their fish-to-rice ratio is well-balanced. I especially loved their seared salmon and seared scallop nigiri. They also have a diverse selection of rolls, although note that some of their 5-piece rolls (e.g. Red Snapper Roll and Paradise Roll) are large and very filling. The sashimi was served over ice and beautifully plated on a sushi boat. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive, making sure to check in on us frequently, even though we were seated in a corner out of view and relatively isolated from the rest of the restaurant. The restaurant itself is quite spacious and could easily accommodate larger parties. The decor is Japanese-inspired and space-themed with neon lights and there is a large Bumblebee statue for Transformers fans. Parking was not an issue when we went (6pm on a weekday) as there are spots reserved for guests and there were few other customers when we visited. While we were dining here many small flies constantly flew around our table and our food. We repeatedly swatted them away throughout the meal. One other minor complaint was that the booth we were seated at felt oddly close to the table, and the upper cushion protruded into both my upper back, which made leaning back into the seat uncomfortable. Overall, I would recommend Umiya and definitely plan to come back in the hopes that the fly problem is resolved. What we ordered:- Sashimi: Salmon, yellowtail, red snapper, tuna, escolar, - Nigiri: Seared salmon, seared scallop - Rolls: Spicy crunch roll, gold point roll, red snapper roll, mango delight roll, paradise roll read more

Umiya Sushi - Assorted sashimi, seared salmon nigiri, and seared scallop nigiri - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

Every day, a new AYCE sushi spot opens up. Went to umiya on a Thursday night with some friends. It wasn't too crowded but parking was tight. The decor is absolutely beautiful, like I want that shooting star ceiling for my own room. Service was great and we ordered a whole bunch. We ordered so much that we struggled towards the end. We each got one of the seared sushi. I love seared sushi, I wish more places offered it, so this was great. It was rich and seared just enough to be smoky and buttery. The plating was exquisite as well. They also had lots of options for appetizers and bowls. The sashimi was also nice and thick, pretty fresh for an AYCE place. Will definitely be back! And hopefully with a bigger stomach! read more

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This is the first AYCE sushi place that I've been to that wasn't a buffet. Unlike a buffet where everything is laid out before you to serve yourself, you order everything off the menu from a waiter for a set price. If you order everything correctly and avoid pitfalls that unnecessarily fill your stomach, the set price is always a better deal than ordering items a la carte at a similar quality spot. I found the sushi and sashimi to be fresher than going to a traditional buffet. The sashimi could be colder and the sashimi appetizers are only two slices per order so keep that in mind. Their version of the yuzu jalapeno yellowtail is probably the best of the lot. Out of their nigiris, their seared options are probably the best especially with their mackerel and escolar. The searing makes those pieces less oily. I wish the menu had descriptions for some of the items. I didn't understand why the tuna carpaccio was basically tuna wrapped around shredded kani. The ambiance is dark and Houston centric. TV angles are awkward from most tables which is weird considering this location used to a be a BW3. read more

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Good location, but quality and presentation lackluster compared to the I-10 location. Appetizers wise there is a huge difference. Everything appears messier and just overall does not taste "as" good, although standalone they are decent. I definitely notice a few of my favorites such as baked mussels, jalapeno bombs, and fried oysters do not taste the same. Fish wise, there was a hint of fishiness in the sashimi. I also ordered 20 pieces of eel each round and there was definitely not 20 delivered. The presentation was lackluster but overall the sashimi was good. The seared nigiris were also delicious but the rice was falling apart every time we pick them up with chopsticks. Again, messy. Would return for convenience, but the flavor needs to be worked on. read more

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We were pretty excited when we saw Umiya getting built out. We have dined here about a dozen times since it had opened, including large family dinners. Started off great, but the last 3-4 times, it's just gone downhill. The hot foods from the kitchen seemed like they've all been precooked and under a heating lamp for ages. The sashimi and sushi started taking forever to come out. Sushi and maki rolls legit have significantly more rice than fish. I also double-dog dare you to find more than 6 options that aren't smothered in eel sauce. The kicker is the wait staff. About half are good. The other half you can just tell do not want to be there...like it literally pains them. Again, not all but several. On a number of occasions, our food was sent to the wrong table because they didn't check or ask as they presented it. Couple that with the long wait times for the raw bar to begin with, it took another 20-30m for our food to come back out, on top of the same initial wait time. When they first opened it would have been 4 stars for food and service. Hope they turn it back around. read more

Their new location is located in Houston's Midtown. My overall experience was good and the food was pretty yummy except the fried sushi, cucumber salad, and sago. The sago tasted like water. Sushi options were good but I think the sashimi was cut a bit too thick. Usually I wouldn't mind, but it's not high quality fish. I wouldn't say this is the best AYCE. Definitely a good spot if you live nearby. The service was great and food came out quick too. The interior was very nice and decorated space theme. P.s. don't play their claw machine. read more

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Cute vibes well decorated decent music friendly staff Food best at average, would not return for sushi unfortunately, appreciate the concept and the ayce but if you're a sushi lover this is below mid They do have a variety so we got several different types of food. The hibachi steak, hibachi chicken, mango salmon, seared scallops are the ones reasonable. read more

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Umiya has been a hit-or-miss experience for us. The first couple of times we went, everything was great, which is why we kept coming back. Unfortunately, each visit after that got more and more disappointing. On our last visit, the seaweed salad was still partially frozen. The eel sushi came with what looked like the leftover scraps of the eel and didn't even have the usual sauce. The sashimi was cut very poorly and felt like they had just thrown thick slabs of fish onto the plate without much care. The sushi rolls weren't rolled tightly, so they kept falling apart when we tried to eat them. To top it off, some of the fried items didn't seem fully cooked. After that experience, we haven't gone back. It's disappointing because we really enjoyed our first two visits and had high hopes, but the quality became too inconsistent. I'd rate it around 3.5/5--not terrible, but the inconsistency keeps us from returning. read more

I recently visited Umiya and was incredibly impressed by the experience. The ambiance is beautiful, spacious, and truly unique, creating a lovely atmosphere for dining. The food was amazing, bursting with flavor and expertly prepared. Additionally, the service was exceptional; our server, Bry, was friendly and attentive, ensuring that our dining experience was smooth and enjoyable. I highly recommend Umiya for anyone looking for a memorable meal in a stunning setting! We were a big group of seven and our order was from the All you can Eat (AYCE) Menu. My favorites? The Harbor Bridge Roll, Dynamite roll . I loved the Sushi Salmon and the Tuna. And, for dessert we had Green Tea Ice Cream! Love it! Enjoy !! read more

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We ordered via Uber Eats for a movie night and we were not disappointed! We ordered a variety of rolls and appetizers which is pictured [From left to right top: tempura shrimp, shaggy dog, miso soup. Bottom: avocado cream cheese roll, California roll, sweet potato roll, Kani roll, yummy roll.] I would definitely order again! They addressed allergy substitutions without issue. I've never been in person but I know they also offer AYCE lunch and dinner, and I'd be opened to trying that! read more

Umiya Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

When I saw umiya was taking over this old Buffalo Wild Wings space, I had a giggle. But they've transformed it you wouldn't even know - very blue lights ambiance, nice big booths, spacious and there's a huge Optimus prime figure. Parking is a bit tough during prime time, there's a Japanese bbq restaurant, boba shop, pizza spot, and a bar (?) in the same shopping center. I think it's been open about a month~ now I always start with some of the cold crudo dishes. some other items I like for variation during my meal: takoyaki, baked mussels, shrimp tempura, edamame, miso soup. I don't typically get sushi rolls at AYCE. If you know if you know, rice makes you fuller as the old Asian adage hahaha. The umiya roll is pretty good. The presentation of the sushi if you order multi rolls is really pretty. Most of my time here I order rounds of the steak hibachi, seared sushis, and sashimi. I think for dinner it's $34, cheaper for lunch $22? Services has been good, fairly quick and friendly. You can tell some are still newer but that's just expected. Overall great addition to the neighborhood, nice to have an AYCE sushi closer to me..or is it. read more

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Everyone at my workplace (right in the med center area) were talking about how we wished there was an AYCE sushi place by us and now stars have aligned. For being located in the midtown area, I was surprised by how big the restaurant is. It's located by Gyu-Kaku so parking is kind of tight but it didn't take me long to find parking. Definitely bring all personal belongings with you though - kind of sketchy area. The staff are all very nice, attentive, and provide great customer service! Kudos to whoever hired them. Foods varied in my opinion. Some of the sashimi tasted very fresh and had good portion cuts, others were small. The cooked foods were very small portions but I guess the benefit is that you can try other things. Nothing really stood out for me as amazing or awful. Given all the AYCE options in the Houston area, there are probably better places but I would definitely go here if I'm hungry and don't want to make the drive out to other places. read more

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First time at the Umiya chain at the new Midtown location! The ambiance of the place is very clean, modern, and stylish blending contemporary and traditional Japan. Think astronaut/space theme lighting along with Japanese floral. To the food now! Sashimi cuts were thick and quite generous. Fish was fatty and succulent. Absolutely met my standards and expectations. What blew me away was the effort put into presentation! It felt more like a luxurious dining experience although it's AYCE. The most memorable thing our group experienced was the seared sushi. OF COURSE we tried one of each. With the searing, the smokiness elevated the fatty flavors of the fish yet preserved the texture of raw sushi. Where was this all my life? This is literally the most tasty paradox I've eaten to date. Service was excellent - our waitress was very attentive, polite, and available for our orders as well as help with deciding between the dozens of options. Fantastic experience through and through and I will be back for more with their competitive pricing. read more

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WHAT A GREAT PLACE!!! I found this newly opened sushi buffet! What An amazing find! They have such a great Variety of rolls, sides and appetizers as part of the buffet. Came here for the lunch menu and believe me I think it's a steal because all the food that I got for that price is crazy. The staff is so responsive, kind and attentive. The food very single item I had was delicious and brought up immediately. The bar area is also big and they have many options. Decoration is beautiful and modern creative and looks really clean. The food was fresh and delicious! I have to come back for the dinner menu I was told by the staff that they have even more options. I got the miso soup, seaweed salad and can't tell you how many rolls. The restrooms are spacious and clean I always appreciate that. They also have sushi by the piece and hand rolls. I hope they keep running this place for long time because service food and ambience were top. Let's just remember to be mindful and don't order more than you can eat, (avoid waste) that way they can maintain good prices and quality. ******MY FAVORITE WAS DEFINITELY THE SPICY CRUNCH TUNA ROLL******** read more

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Hmm, the ambiance is pretty cool.. it has a space-themed vibe. The food was just okay. The sashimi portions were generous, but I personally prefer thinner cuts. If you're really into sushi, this might not be your spot, there are plenty of all-you-can-eat places with much better quality. The presentation looked great, though. Overall, I probably wouldn't come back, but the server was very friendly and helpful. read more

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My first impression wasn't great. There were homeless people sleeping all around the building begging for food. One person was relentless and she was scaring my kids. There was trash all around the building and parking lot. The entrance/foyer where the claw machine is smelled like armpits/BO. The restaurant itself was beautiful. My kids thought the space theme was amazing. They were so excited to order their food. The appetizers and nigiri were great. The rolls were ok and falling apart. Overall, the outside vibe killed it for us but we plan on trying another location. The prices at lunch were amazing! read more

Have no idea how they can serve an all you can eat, individually ordered Japanese food but they do Just was walking by and hadn't had lunch yet Really good Roy was excellent read more

First time ordering here and I used Uber Eats; happy we did! I usually order from Soma Sushi but this places seem a bit more affordable with good reviews. Ordered the beautiful life roll- 10 out of 10! Also tried the Gold Point Roll and combination rice. The Gold Point was my husbands favorite but the fried rice was a tad dry but still good portions! The Uber Eats driver was friendly and prompt but not sure the restaurant's vibe since we had it delivered. Overall, will be trying different sushi! read more

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By far the best all you can eat sushi restaurant I've EVER been to (trust me I've gone to alot of them). Sushi is my favorite place to dine out at and this place did not disappoint. The nigiri is super fresh and they don't overload you with rice to try to fill you up. Quality here is a 20/10. Service was also amazing. TAO TAO was our server and he brought the recommendations and the experience. When in Houston we will for sure be back!! Highly highly recommend umiya! read more

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Solid 3.5 stars. The staff is incredibly friendly here and the space itself is really fun - big open space with bright neon wall art, multiple TVs and a gorgeous bar area. The food itself was very very good. The seared sushi selection is a nice touch and I particularly enjoyed the seared salmon and seared tuna. The seared yellowtail and seared Kobe beef were fine, nothing special. The sashimi was delicious and fresh. The pepper tuna was delicious and much better than most AYCE spots offering the same item. Eel sashimi was also a standout. Reason for docked stars is cleanliness. I was initially sat at one table that was still quite dirty so they moved me. Then, at my new table, I noticed it was sticky and soy sauce underneath the bottles on the table. Throughout my meal, there were tons of fruit flies. I kept having to swat them away while eating which kind of killed my appetite. Also, they forgot a portion of my order that caused me to sit around an extra 20 minutes only to be told they lost the ticket for my order. Has potential! read more

Love love love this new location!!! They have soooo much more than their counterparts. I was super shocked about the extent of the menu. On weekends, it's dinner menu all day, but the price at $34/pp isn't bad at all for what you get and is offered. I will also say that the young lady with the tattoos was by far the BEST server I've had in a VERY LONG TIME!! She gave us answer after answer and recommendation after recommendation! Her service was just as great as the decor in this place! 10/10 I'm already planning on coming back!!! read more

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Sushibas good but it is so competitive in Houston. It was uniquely decorated and only $33 for all you can eat. Servers were quick and friendly. Come hungry and leave stuffed. read more

First time here and won't be my last. I didn't get a picture of everything I ate. I was not disappointed from the service to the food and drinks. All you can eat for $33+ tax (for adults) is a deal you can not beat read more

Umiya Sushi - Yellowtail on Fire - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Super solid AYCE sushi place in Midtown. Both the lunch and dinner are reasonably priced for the quality and menu size. Portion sizes are small on everything except the ramen and hand rolls. You need to be specific on the quantity when ordering as each portion of the sushi is just one. Other items like appetizers or fried food it's two. They're pretty fast with serving the food and the servers are attentive. All the raw fish is fresh and because it's new, the place is super clean. The decor is pretty trendy and they have a cool Japanese robot thing on display. Items you cannot miss: Fried Oreos: The batter is super thin and the Oreo on the inside is perfectly gooey. Seared escolar: The sear makes the escolar super buttery and soft Black Garlic Ramen: Rivals the chain place nearby read more

Delicious sushi, great staff, and a nice restaurant. Honestly, over exceeded my expectation for AYCE in Texas. Glad to have really good fresh sushi on our trip! read more

Umiya Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

I returned to this restaurant because I enjoyed it so much the first time. The server who waited on us was not available, but we were looking forward to our experience. Two things really rubbed me the wrong way: 1) There were so many gnats and flies around the table. We were indoors and there was no rain, so that struck me as very odd. There were so many that I almost swatted a glass of water off the table. They were very distracting. 2) When the waiter gave me the bill to sign (on the iPad), he had already filled in his tip. I was taking care of my elderly father and signed while being slightly distracted. After I saw the receipt, he had given himself an approximately $30 tip. Not cool. read more

Great food we will be back. Worth the price. Great service. Great decoration. Will recommend

I'm glad to have this location in Midtown and overall had a decent experience. My hope is that, unlike some of their other locations that start strong and then decline, this one continues to improve over time. We visited on a Sunday morning before heading to the Houston Grand Opera. When we arrived, the bartender and a server were smoking right out front in the parking lot. I would have considered ordering a drink, but it was off-putting to see them return to work without washing their hands. Our server, John, was very friendly and attentive. It does feel like they're still in a soft opening phase, though, and could benefit from additional staff training to elevate the overall service and experience. Even with only a few tables occupied, service was slower than expected. The slow service was not a reflection of our server John it seemed slow for them prep team...We had allowed over two hours before our performance but still had to rush to close out our check to make curtain call. There's definitely an opportunity to improve efficiency. As for the food, we ordered the spicy ramen, which was decent but not particularly spicy. The vegetable udon was quite good, with fresh, crunchy carrots and broccoli. We also tried the Spider Roll, Mango Roll, and Steak TNT Roll--all of which had great flavor and nice presentation. I had hoped to order the seared scallop and crab stick as well, but due to the slow service, we ran out of time. The atmosphere is appealing, with a fun Houston "Space City" theme. However, the music was a bit too loud at times, with inconsistent hip-hop selections that didn't quite match the vibe. I'll give it another try. With more consistent staffing and training, this place has the potential to be much better. read more

Good food , great atmosphere. Not too busy for Friday night. Huy was our server and he was very attentive. read more

Umiya Sushi - Sushi Bars Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Been here multiple times, once for lunch and once for dinner. They have vegan options, which is all I can ask for! The cucumber salad is very refreshing and on my go-to for ordering. Love the sweet potato rolls. They don't have any specialty vegan rolls but this place is a decent option if you are trying to get sushi with your friends and they aren't vegan! read more

10/10 would recommend!! what a cute little spot!! it's very galaxy themed. the interior is super cute for a date night. the hostess greeted and seated me immediately upon arrival. she let me know they had opened a few months ago. my server quinn was excellent. she made sure i was taken care of and my table was never empty. she had great recommendations and explained the menu to me as it was my first time. the food runners handled the food with care and made sure each order hit the right tables. the playlist was setting the mood. the sushi is immaculate!! literally sooooo fresh!! like was the ocean behind the restaurant cause yuummmmyyyy!!! if i had more of an appetite i would've ate until i needed to be rolled out. the bathrooms were clean and fully stocked! (which is a plus!!) this will definitely be my sunday sushi spot!! read more

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Service was amazing from the moment I walked in the door. Waiter made a great recommendation and the sushi and sides were incredible! Drinks could be a bit stronger but they're a good price! The decor and vibe is also so cute. Space city themed with a super cool giant Optimus Prime statue. Their $34 all you can eat is well worth it. I'll be back. read more

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Came for a solo date. Plenty of parking and even has a note on the door in case you can't find any to reach out to a team member. I was seated quickly and the server explained to me all you can eat sushi spots since I had never been to one before. I started with some nigiri and it was a well balanced of fish and rice. The fish tasted great. I wish it was just a bit colder. Had a few hot items and they were superb. However, I wish the miso soup was a tad more flavorful. Ambiance feels young and hip with lots of neon lights. The restaurant was clean. Overall, solid spot and will be back for a lil casual sushi meal. read more

Sushi was amazing, interesting menu choices. great service nice ambiance highly recommended

Best AYCE sushi in town. Bang for the buck dinner menu! Sashimi was fresh. Hibachi beef was very tender and juicy. Also highly recommend their appetisers! Highlight was their seared sushi. We tried scallop, wagyu, mackerel. All fantastic. We ordered many rounds. Service was great. We were frequently attended. read more

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