New colored menu is finally out. Great variety of small dishes to choose from . New Japanese izakaya restaurant. And Currently at its soft opening. Loved the grilled chicken and lamb chop. Will come back to try more of their food. read more

Yokushi Robata - New menu - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

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Amazing food. We haven't had okonomiyaki since our trip to Japan almost 5 years ago. Everything from the coal grilled chicken (got the thigh), the takoyaki, and the ramen were very reminiscent of flavors we've had in Japan. read more

My fiancée wanted "something soupy" in the area so we found this restaurant thru Yelp. The tonkotsu ramen, curry tonkotsu, and takoyaki were great, and generous takeout portions. The food smelled so good that we couldn't wait to eat it. We will definitely be back! read more

I wanted a place with ramen, robata, and poke. I can't believe this place had all of the above and they were all yummy! I only got a pic of the grilled squid because we were so hungry we devoured everything that came before it. Servers were so nice and made us feel so welcome. read more

So we came here on a Sunday afternoon because we wanted something light and have been wanting to try this place for a while. Everything we had was delicious. The poke was good, chicken skin was excellent, and the unagi was exceptional. We ended up coming back five days later for Friday dinner. Excellent hot sake. The beef with yuzu wasabi and the the chicken thighs were an excellent surprise. The octopus salad was perfect. And the Japanese pancake (my comfort food) and the potato shrimp were so good I'm craving them the next day. Great beer selection. Every bite was good. We can't wait until the grand opening menu comes out (onigiri!). Good job, William Lim! read more

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Came here on a slow Friday night. Great decor, kpop music background, getting good vibes. Unfortunately, the food and service did not deliver. Briefly speaking for service, they forgot certain parts of my order. On to food: Okonomiyaki: thick, plain, lacked additional protein. Imagine a mountain of cabbage slaw, with 3 slices of bacon on top, slathered with kewpie mayo. Filling, but nothing special Grilled chicken breast skewer: got this as they were out of chicken thigh. Small portioned, and dry. Not worth the price point Pork belly skewer: good flavor. I would recommend this. Ahi tuna poke bowl: it was decently good, but shouldn't be difficult on their part to prepare, just several ingredients thrown together. Probably my favorite dish among all that i ordered. All in all, I'll keep looking for another yakitori place read more

Yokushi Robata - Okonomiyaki - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

I came here with a friend for lunch. Ive been told good things about this place so i decided to check it out. The restaurant layout resembles a typical japanese tapas place. Its nicely decorated and the atmosphere is nice. My friend and I shared the pancake, japanese scallops, beef with garlic chips skewer, pork belly, salmon poke, and chicken skewer. All the dishes were delish and perfectly seasoned. I would definitely come back for more! read more

Yokushi Robata - Japanese scallops skewer - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

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This place is such a rip-off. The quality of the food was ok, but not for the price it demanded. We just got 7 plates and it totaled up to about $60. That's almost $10 a plate!!!! Most of the plates only had 2 small pieces of things on them. For example, 1 small piece of wagyu beef was $14!!!!! I thought it was going to be much bigger. I finished it in one bite. The taste of everything was mediocre at best. The lamb chop skewer for example, was charred beyond belief. Not worth it for the price, and I probably won't ever come here again. read more

This is the our first time coming here since we are from out of town. We got the chashu pork bun, takoyaki, and curry katsu which we thought were delicious. Some of the items on the menu comes with only 1 piece such as the chashu bun. My major complaint would be about the waitress with the short bleach blonde hair with bangs. She was VERY rude! When I handed her the menus she yanked them out of my hand and sounded annoyed that I was asking about an item on the menu. During the time we were there never came back to our table to see if we needed refills, never asked if we needed anything, only came to the table to give us our food. I would understand a little more if the place was busy, but there were only 2 other tables with less than 4 people at them. My second issue was that an employee place air conditioner filters on top of one of the tables . I am not sure if it was dirty or clean, but either way that is not where they go lol read more

Yokushi Robata - Air conditioner filter just hanging out on a table - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

Parking can be a pain. Cute restaurant feels like you're in Tokyo. Food comes out fast and it's so easy to over order since they have so many skewer options to choose from. Staff is attentive and friendly. All the food was really good. We ordered way too much to list. Only thing we didn't really like was the chicken karrage. It wasn't bad but we've had better at other places. read more

We had the skewers, and I don't remember much about them, but the seafood kimchi udon is tasty like the kream pasta at Ohn. Some slight differences, but good flavor profile. read more

Went with friends last night for the soft opening and really enjoyed it! This is in greenway plaza in the strip with chipotle. The sign said open so we went in and it is such a cool place. It is small and cozy, but there are lots of seats. All of the staff was super friendly They have appetizers, skewers, and entrees, along with a drink menu. We all got draft beers, they had Kirin and Asahi, as well as St Arnold's and Eighth Wonder all on tap. Beer was served in a frozen glass and was tasty. We ordered the Chicken Karaage and Chicken Gyoza for apps, and they were both very tasty. We ordered several different skewers, and they all came out at different times. I think this is the concept though, you order, shared with friends, and it is the experience. There wasn't anything we didn't like, and we will definitely be back. Prices were not bad at all! Two of us ate until we were stuffed and each had a beer for 40 dollars. read more

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Every time I drive by going to Costco, I already said I would stop by and try this place out. One afternoon, I did just that. Just by looking at the menu, there was a good selection of BBQ/grilled stuff. I came in wanting ramen so I just got the spicy tonkotsu, which was very delicious. The broth was creamy and there was plenty of meat. I need to come back and try out the rest of the menu now that I know they have a lot of grilled BBQ stuff. Also, the dessert menu looked very good too and I will need to try that too. read more

Yokushi Robata - Spicy tonkotsu ramen - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

I highly recommend this place. Food is SOOO good! Popped in for the first time, and only did so because the chipotle next door was too busy. So glad I made that decision, because this was 10x better than chipotle. I had the steak skewers(AWESOME), chicken skewers with sesame(MORE AWESOME), the bacon wrapped asparagus and gyozas. I'll definitely be back here again! read more

Yokushi Robata - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

The restaurant was pretty cool and such a chill place to hang out with friends. I like the fast and friendly service here. I got the tonkotsu miso ramen ($10.50). It has grind pork/beef, an egg, little bean sprouts, green onions, and seaweed. I thought it was okay. However, my friend got a bunch of appetizers and THEY WERE SURPRISNGLY delicious! You gotta try: $4.50 takoyako (it's soft if you are into that and you will be dipping it into the sauce) $5.50 chicken karaage $3.50 squid $2.50 beef with wasabi seaweed Next time, I might try the poke bowls on their menu ^^ read more

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Great little Japanese place in an unassuming strip mall. The decor consists of dark wood, with solid stools and table for seating. It looks kind of modern and traditional at once. Very nice. The food is mostly robata, skewers of food cooked to order. We had a nice variety of things, from chicken to squid, mushrooms to lamb and everything was delicious. I also had a fresh octopus in wasabi appetizer that was excellent. They also have ramen and other dishes, but we didn't try those. Staff was very nice and happy to explain menu items when we had questions. Definitely recommend a visit, just be careful, because even though none of the items is by itself pricey, if you like to try a lot of them it adds up. read more

Yokushi Robata is a really nice and unique Japanese restaurant in Houston that I like to eat at from time to time when I'm in the area. I've been here a total of four times, and each time I leave full, happy, and satisfied. The small bites are the golden goose here. They're incredibly delicious and come out fairly quickly. Each are marinated nicely (the beef comes with a lime to squeeze on top, and the acid/salt combination is delicious). I would recommend the beef tongue, squid, unagi, and purple yam fries (the beef tongue especially). The ramen, while nothing special, serves its purpose. The spicy tonkotsu is great, but the tonkotsu shoyu ramen was a little too pungently fishy smelling for my liking (it could be because the broth had more fish ingredients in it, but I wouldn't expect that in a tonkotsu, no?). The fishy smell isn't always there though; in the four times I've been to this restaurant, there's only been one time where the ramen smelled fishy. The taste was fine though! The wait staff is really friendly, albeit they do take a little while to come to your table. The owner/manager is really sweet too and cares about your experience at the restaurant, which I really appreciate! He always comes to check on the tables and encourages you to enjoy yourself - super friendly. Parking can be a bit of a hassle as there are limited spaces and a bunch of reserved spots for all the businesses in the area. But I've parked in reserved spots where the businesses were closed for the evening (like the kolache place nearby) - no issue. The decorations are really pretty and instagram worthy if I must say. Restrooms are clean as well, if that's a concern. Tables are limited, so I would definitely try and get a reservation if you're coming in on a Friday-Sunday. Overall, I really enjoy Yokushi Robata! It has a nice atmosphere and delicious small bites that accommodate any alcohol of your choice nicely. I only give it a 4/5 stars for the fishy smelling ramen. Definitely would recommend this place to anyone who'a interested and curious! read more

The kind of place you would go to get "Japanese Tapas." Came in on a Saturday night for a late dinner and it wasn't too crowded; we were seated right away. The place itself is really cute, not all that big, and the dim lighting and decor gives it a sort of "hip" vibe. There are also tv screens all around the walls which I assume must make this place popular whenever there's a game. The hostess was sitting with her friends when we came in and while she was friendly enough, service in general was a little lacking. Our waitress seemed really uninterested in us being there and did her best, so it seemed, to not communicate with us. Nothing that really put me off, but it wasn't super welcoming. The menu consists of mostly small dishes, like tapas. We ordered some takoyaki, potato and shrimp, pork belly yaki, and I got the ahi tuna poke for myself. Everything tasted fresh and delicious with generous servings of ahi tuna in my poke bowl. My personal favorite was the pork belly yaki which was nicely seasoned and perfectly grilled. I would definitely come back to try their other small plates and yakis. read more

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Great little date place; but the food is just okay. I loved the menu options, but I don't know, for a Japanese restaurant, it really didn't taste authentic. Sort of like if you went to a Jamaican restaurant, and Japanese chefs were trying to cook Jamaican food. It's Japanese food, but it doesn't 'taste' like Japanese food. You'll have to try it out yourself to see what I'm talking about. Other than that, service was great, atmosphere was great, food was just okay. read more

Was excited to try this place . Walked in about 330 with my kids and asked to sit at the bar to watch the cooks the very unhappy lady said no. Not sure if she was the owner but definitely had RBF. Didn't offer a drink menu. Was just rude and stand offish. Food wasn't anything to write about. Won't be going back read more

A very good place for Japanese food that isn't your run of the mill sushi/ramen restaurant. Curry is delicious and udon has good flavor, not overly salty or bland. read more

This place has Robata everything. Meat. On. A. Stick! The decor takes you back to Japan (I've never been, but seems legit with all the wood and the vibe ). The staff are super nice and efficient. We didn't have to wait long at all for our food. It's a small space...which kinda makes it cozy. My boys loved the food, my husband found this gem and we all will be back. read more

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First time here. First time out in a long time. Food was good. Service was good but a little rushed. They seemed short handed. Okonoyaki and takoyaki were really good. Wife got a bottle of white peach sake that was pretty tasty. read more

I was very excited to try a new ramen place. I ordered tonkotsu ramen and a beer on a stick(?). Well the ramen came out fast and VERY HOT. After letting it sit for awhile I was able to get my first taste, without burning my mouth, and it was very meh. The pork was waaayy over cook and tough to eat, noodles were okay and broth was still way to hot to try on its own. Then my beef stick came after my ramen, a bit tough to eat but the taste is over all good. I did notice that my beef stick was ready for awhile and just sitting there cold while the waitress was on her phone. Overall I'd rather try other things on the menu vs having the ramen. read more

This is an example of an amazing Robata place. I went here a couple time with friends and sometime alone when I need to eat after work-out. May I say that the dishes that they make....it's so good, the pork belly, the unagi, the beef, and the scallops on the shell has to be one of my favorite. I have yet to try the fried rice ball but when I do, I'll come and again and get that, a must for anyone that like to enjoy and experience a Japanese food! read more

Authentic Japanese BBQ, quality food and very nice ambience. Fast service, good for families

Been to Tokyo and had many good yakitori/Japanese grill. Found this place and tried it. The food was OK. Ordered 2 chicken skin, 2 squid, 2 lamb, 1 octopus, 2 Japanese peppers, 2 scallops and 1 ell and 3 beers. It's quiet high on price. The best of these orders was scallops. The rest of the orders were ok. There were no Japanese charcoal smell or taste. The restaurant has good atmosphere. However, it can be better and make it more Japanese atmosphere than American atmosphere. read more

I've come back a few times now, the ramen is sooooo good. I'm definitely hooked on it now. I know its not a ramen place, in fact they only have 4 options (tonkatsu, spicy tonkatsu, miso and shoyu- not sure how to spell it), but the options are so flavorful. My favorite way to order is to get the spicy tonkatsu with the spicy sauce on the side and mix it in myself so I can get my preferred balance of spice. The pork is so tender and tasty. I think it could be a tad more garlicy but overall it is probably one of my fav places to get ramen... and its not even known for that. The other tapas options are good too. Service is nice and friendly. Will continue to come back read more

Came here for lunch and was quite surprised of how good the food is here. I thought the ramen was much better here than some of the other places who were known for their ramen. Oh, the other side dishes they sell here is just as good. For example, the poke is quite good and refreshing. read more

Yokushi Robata - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

OMG....what an experience. I have never have any uni udon so creamy ever. Chef Special freshly made uni sauce over tender udon. Love the crispy chicken skin. But the uni udon just blew my mind. Don't forget to try the house-made potato shrimp. read more

Yokushi Robata - Creamy Uni Udon - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

Nice, cozy setting in a commercial area. Limited parking. Spicy tonkatsu ramen is a good size (smaller than Kata Robata), very flavorful broth, but not spicy at all. Hawaiian salmon poke is very refreshing. At the suggestion of our server, we had the bacon asparagus...don't bother ordering, nothing special, it was exactly what it is. First time trying the okonomiyaki. It's essentially a Japanese pancake/omellette made of cabbage...very good. We ordered this with mayo on the side. Will come back again. read more

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Best authentic Japanese restaurant. One of my go-to restaurant in Houston. It's definitely a gem. Great atmosphere. Excellent service. Amazing food. My boyfriend love the hot tapas. And the ramen is to die for. Must try! read more

This restaurant is an Asian tapas style restaurant. Great selection of foods and all extremely good!!! My husband and I ordered probably 15 dishes to try out a little bit of everything and we did not regret it! Loved it here! And the wait staff is friendly which is a plus. read more

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Price: 4/5 Service: 5/5 Taste: 4/5 I would recommend: 1. chicken breast/thigh 2. pork belly 3. salmon poke 4. tuna poke 5. creme brulee dessert All went great with beer. Don't get the flavored beef/chicken with the additional sauces - too sweet and overpowers the original favor of the meat. read more

Yokushi Robata - Takowasa, literally raw octopus - made a mistake ordering this..it was just ok... - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

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I came here on a Weds night around 630pm with my son because I have been wanting to try this after reading so many good reviews. He loves ramen, so we ordered that, spicy salmon poke, garlic edamame, seaweed salad, and for the robata I wanted to try the squid (they were out) so I ordered the hamachi kama and a corn on the cob for my kid. Everything initially came out pretty quickly. Ramen was good (tonkotsu miso), garlic edamame tasty, seaweed salad standard. Spicy salmon was unremarkable. After our initial food came out, we had been waiting for nearly 30 minutes by this time for the robata. There were 2 waitresses, who came by a few times in the beginning, and I asked about it, and she said the hamachi takes some time. I said ok, but what about the corn? She said they were working on it. It wasn't super busy save for a 10-12 party near us. That's when I realized they were too busy serving this "large" party. Hamachi finally came out, it was good, semi worth the wait. Waited even longer finally asked again about the corn. I just said, It's been more than 35 minutes, it's literally 1/4 corn on the cob. Waitress immediately became defensive, smiled sarcastically and said "do you want me to cancel it or box it up?" I said, I'm just wondering why it's taking so long for one piece of corn? She said, "well we have a large table." Ummm.... sorry, but should I expect to wait over 35 minutes for one corn on the cob because you're too busy catering to a "large" table? I don't expect to be comp'ed for a piece of corn, but really, I've been to a lot of places around Houston and just b/c it's just me and my kid doesn't mean I should have to wait so long for one piece of corn only to have someone use the excuse of having to handle a "large" (which it really wasn't that large) group. Really. I was pretty upset and initially wanted to rate it 1 star, but the food is ok. I just won't be back anytime soon unless I have dire needs for robata. Which I really don't. read more

Very very very good ramen place! Try the Spicy Tomkatsu and Grilled Sea bass. I would say the ramen is definitely better than Ramen Jin downtown. read more

Yokushi Robata - Spicy Tomkasu - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

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came to houston on a vacation and we were looking for a quick bite. it was very yummy !! the chicken was crispy and the sauce complimented the chicken very well! read more

Yokushi Robata - Chicken Karaage - Poke Near Me - Houston, Texas

Love this place, I go at least once a week and it's always constant and good. Small portions have always been my favorite and this place takes the win. The owners are so nice too. Never disappoints! read more

My new favorite sushi place in Houston. Great atmosphere, food, service, and all around good vibes here. We've been coming here a lot lately. Also good price point and consistent. I have tried probably 50% of the menu, and everything I've eaten here has really been impressive. Highly recommend!!! read more

Chicken karaage. Japanese scallops. Asparagus. Zucchini. Salmon poke. Lychee sake. All tasty. Nice service. Quick. Will visit again read more