As a customer who came for years, I'm now saddened its changes under new management (recently in the past months). Usually come with my family with kids but now they charge "service fees" which isn't even the tip (we still tipped nicely even with that). We were regulars over the years, but the friendly ambience, family atmosphere, just isn't the same. It was a great spot without breaking the bank but now the quality & portions lowered with increase in price. We loved it as frequent spot but with the changes, you may as well go to the kata, Uchi, MF or others for better quality to price. Prior, quality and portions were superb for the price, saddened it's no longer that way (understand new owners are trying to recoup their investment) but previously it had the perfect balance topped with superb customer service (the old chef used to give candy or desserts to my kids as a thank you, something small but makes you really thankful as a customer). However, it's now just a typical restaurant that doesn't stand out. They lost one of the regulars, we won't be coming back, hope they understand what customer lifetime value means...
Gordon Wingate
Very authentic sushi. Chef Toda has run the sushi for 30 years that I have been going. It’s my go-to for Japanese food in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Yellowtail, Miso, Assorted Sushi, Una Don, Salad, Fresh Wasabi, Ten Don
Ali Theriot
Best curry in Houston. We forgot to take pictures of the food before we ate, but here are our empty plates as proof.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Donna Kwiatkowski
This was unique and original Japanese food. The service was excellent and professional. I tried several different food items. We got various dishes and shared.
I recently dined at Sasaki Japanese Restaurant in Houston, Texas, and it was an absolute delight! The food was exceptional, Here are some highlights:*Flavorful Sushi and Sashimi: The sushi and sashimi were incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and had authentic Japanese flavors.*Intimate Atmosphere: Sasaki is a cozy little gem tucked away on Westheimer Road. The intimate ambiance adds to the overall experience. It’s perfect for a quiet dinner or a special occasion.*Attentive Service: The staff at Sasaki went above and beyond to make our dining experience memorable. From recommendations to timely service, they truly cared about our satisfaction.I wholeheartedly recommend Sasaki. It’s a hidden gem that deserves more recognition.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrew Stuart
This is the perfect “hole-in-the-wall”, “bang-for-your-buck”, the quality ingredients and sublime technique that Toda-san employs, with every dish he lays hands on, are an essential experience here in Houston, if not the entire state and possibly the country. Having never been to Japan, I wish I could empirically say that it IS a slice of Japan here in the USA but I must say it FEELS like a portal into a different time and place, if not Japan. When you go, settle in and be kind and patient. The staff will appreciate your understanding and respond in kind. But honestly, this place has THE best sushi rice/sashimi/nigiri/chirashi I have EVER had. This place is the final word on an affordable, transformational, sushi experience. Best dish, in my opinion, is the chirashi bowl. A or B; it doesn’t matter. Order your favorite nigiri or sashimi and you’ll be delighted by the way it’s cut and feels as you eat it. For an extra special experience, go for the omakase. TRY IT!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Myoung Choi
You can enjoy really nice authentic sushi made by experienced Japanese sushi chef. More than worth of your money.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Alian Sosa Zúñigas
Great place to have a good time with the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
CC CC
Best place for fresh sushi in town. Consistent and high quality average ticket 50.00 a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chirashi Sushi, California Roll
Matthew Candler
Fantastic sushi experience, delicious food, cozy Japanese
Spectacular in every way, the place, the food, the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wes “Gui”
Never rushed but always
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hanmin Lee
Rare location where you can enjoy the authentic Japanese Izakaya style foods in Houston. Owned by Japanese, so no worries about the quality and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joseph R.
The ambience was great and the sushi chef is an authentic Japanese man who my friend and I shared a lovely conversation with in Japanese!
Sunanta Chaisrakeo
Authentic Japanese restaurant ? Very good sashimi and grilled dishes. Services are excellent. Will definitely come back again =)
As a customer who came for years, I'm now saddened its changes under new management (recently in the past months). Usually come with my family with kids but now they charge "service fees" which isn't even the tip (we still tipped nicely even with that). We were regulars over the years, but the friendly ambience, family atmosphere, just isn't the same. It was a great spot without breaking the bank but now the quality & portions lowered with increase in price. We loved it as frequent spot but with the changes, you may as well go to the kata, Uchi, MF or others for better quality to price. Prior, quality and portions were superb for the price, saddened it's no longer that way (understand new owners are trying to recoup their investment) but previously it had the perfect balance topped with superb customer service (the old chef used to give candy or desserts to my kids as a thank you, something small but makes you really thankful as a customer). However, it's now just a typical restaurant that doesn't stand out. They lost one of the regulars, we won't be coming back, hope they understand what customer lifetime value means...
Very authentic sushi. Chef Toda has run the sushi for 30 years that I have been going. It’s my go-to for Japanese food in
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hamachi Yellowtail, Miso, Assorted Sushi, Una Don, Salad, Fresh Wasabi, Ten Don
Best curry in Houston. We forgot to take pictures of the food before we ate, but here are our empty plates as proof.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This was unique and original Japanese food. The service was excellent and professional. I tried several different food items. We got various dishes and shared.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tempura Bento, Fresh Grilled Squid
I recently dined at Sasaki Japanese Restaurant in Houston, Texas, and it was an absolute delight! The food was exceptional, Here are some highlights:*Flavorful Sushi and Sashimi: The sushi and sashimi were incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and had authentic Japanese flavors.*Intimate Atmosphere: Sasaki is a cozy little gem tucked away on Westheimer Road. The intimate ambiance adds to the overall experience. It’s perfect for a quiet dinner or a special occasion.*Attentive Service: The staff at Sasaki went above and beyond to make our dining experience memorable. From recommendations to timely service, they truly cared about our satisfaction.I wholeheartedly recommend Sasaki. It’s a hidden gem that deserves more recognition.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is the perfect “hole-in-the-wall”, “bang-for-your-buck”, the quality ingredients and sublime technique that Toda-san employs, with every dish he lays hands on, are an essential experience here in Houston, if not the entire state and possibly the country. Having never been to Japan, I wish I could empirically say that it IS a slice of Japan here in the USA but I must say it FEELS like a portal into a different time and place, if not Japan. When you go, settle in and be kind and patient. The staff will appreciate your understanding and respond in kind. But honestly, this place has THE best sushi rice/sashimi/nigiri/chirashi I have EVER had. This place is the final word on an affordable, transformational, sushi experience. Best dish, in my opinion, is the chirashi bowl. A or B; it doesn’t matter. Order your favorite nigiri or sashimi and you’ll be delighted by the way it’s cut and feels as you eat it. For an extra special experience, go for the omakase. TRY IT!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
You can enjoy really nice authentic sushi made by experienced Japanese sushi chef. More than worth of your money.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great place to have a good time with the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best place for fresh sushi in town. Consistent and high quality average ticket 50.00 a
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chirashi Sushi, California Roll
Fantastic sushi experience, delicious food, cozy Japanese
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Spectacular in every way, the place, the food, the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Never rushed but always
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rare location where you can enjoy the authentic Japanese Izakaya style foods in Houston. Owned by Japanese, so no worries about the quality and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The ambience was great and the sushi chef is an authentic Japanese man who my friend and I shared a lovely conversation with in Japanese!
Authentic Japanese restaurant ? Very good sashimi and grilled dishes. Services are excellent. Will definitely come back again =)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5