Koyo
Sushi Bars
Hours:
18207B Egret Bay Blvd, Houston
(281) 549-4504
About Koyo
Customers' Favorites
Fresh Hand Roll Sushi Burrito
Hamachi and Tuna Sashimi
Yellowtail Handroll
Flight of 4 Sauces
Asparagus Handroll
Yellowtail Crudo
Salmon Rosette
Salmon Sashimi
Scallop Crudo
Salmon Crudo
Koyo Reviews
Hours
| Monday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Tuesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Wednesday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Thursday | 11AM - 10PM |
| Friday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Saturday | 11AM - 11PM |
| Sunday | 11AM - 10PM |
Koyo is a highly praised sushi restaurant known for its fresh and delicious hand rolls and sashimi. Visitors often highlight the quality and freshness of the fish, such as salmon, yellowtail, scallop, crab, and tuna, which are praised for their taste and texture. The salmon, in particular, is described as very fresh, cold, and not fishy, surpassing expectations even compared to upscale restaurants in Houston. The spicy scallop roll is a favorite, featuring plump scallops tossed in a bright cilantro cream sauce, and is so good that some guests order it twice. The 5 hand roll set is a popular choice, and the blue crab roll offers a light, almost chicken-salad-like texture that balances flavor without overwhelming fishiness. Other favorites include the lobster roll and enoki mushroom dishes.
Koyo also offers a flight of four sauces, with chili oil crisp and ponzu mayo being top picks. The sauces enhance the rolls, especially the chili crunch, which is highly recommended. The atmosphere is light, with decor that includes cute crab chopstick holders, and the seaweed used for the hand rolls is crispy and mellow, avoiding the fishy smell common in other places.
Service is consistently praised, with attentive staff who explain the menu and check on diners regularly, creating a welcoming experience. Although the bar seating can be a bit uncomfortable for shorter guests, the overall experience is rated highly, with many planning to return regularly. Overall, Koyo is regarded as a standout sushi spot that surpasses many other restaurants in quality and atmosphere.