Kokoro
$$$$ • Japanese, Sushi Bars, Izakaya
Hours:
409 Travis St #366, Houston
(409) 498-5575
About Kokoro
Customers' Favorites
Chicken Fat Fried Rice
Soft Shell Crab Maki
Side of Spicy Ponzu
BGB King Sake Maki
Spicy Tuna Maki
Shishito Peppers
A5 Wagyu Toast
BGB Sake Crudo
Salmon Sashimi
Negitoro Maki
Kokoro Reviews
Menu
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Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 9PM |
Kokoro serves amazingly fresh and delicious dishes, with standout options like salmon sashimi, barramundi, and spicy tuna roll. The restaurant is a hidden gem, offering a high-quality Japanese dining experience that exceeds expectations in its unique location. Vegetarian choices are also plentiful, including veggie rolls and shiitake nigiri. The staff is friendly, attentive, and accommodating, providing excellent service that includes education on Japanese food. Guests have praised the amazing food, such as Chicken Fat Fried Rice with fried egg and Bluefin Chutoro Sashimi, and they enjoyed trying the chef's favorites, which included kurodai, Suzuki, Madai, and kanpachi. The atmosphere at Kokoro has great vibes, featuring a clean, minimalist interior that creates a pleasant and authentic dining experience, complete with a view of the kitchen area. While it may have a higher price tag compared to other options, the freshness of the fish, the artful presentation, and the overall experience make Kokoro a must-visit place in Houston.