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“Excellent dinner and even better service!!“

“When we arrived we were promptly greeted and seated. It did take our server to get to us a good 10 minutes before talking and telling us what the concept and food recommendations were. The setting of the restaurant is clean, and airy due to the sun room setting on one side of the restaurant. To start us off, we did some drinks that were good but did not find any favourites. The two cold starters were: Hamachi Yuzu: 2/5 because the yuzu yoghurt was overpowering and the kombu powder left a sandy grit texture on the teeth that made it almost annoying to eat. Could barely taste the hamachi. Madai Carpaccio: 1/5 because the crunchy togarashi and black sesame soy sauce enveloped the Madai and the saucy component was too strong to complement the fish. Oyster with caviar was fresh and briny. Very tasty. 5/5. Would recommend avoiding the cold starters besides the oysters and moving straight to the nigiri and hot components of the menu. From the nigiri portion, we ordered: Hotate, salmon, gizzard shad, akami, amaebi and madai. Fresh, fatty, flavoursome cuts of delicious fish. Definitely recommend, 5/5. Also, tried the Olive A5 wagyu nigiri with black truffle and it was unctuous and absolute yum! From their hot portion, we got the baby back ribs, iberico shumai, and lobster with sake miso. The baby back ribs were falling off the bone, tender and seasoned to perfection. The shumai was good with a pipette of ponzu sauce. The lobster was rich, not overcooked and the panko with the miso sake lent it a Mac and cheese-esque quality to it. Would definitely get these again. For dessert go the Japanese melon which was sweet and juicy and had none of the chemical aftertaste that is found in the fruits here in the states. The green tea kakigori was airy and light. Usually not a fan of red bean ice cream or desserts but this one came with a really nice red bean ice cream. Would have liked the portion to be more to balance out the shaved ice. Overall it was a great time! Price wise it was affordable for the amount of food we ordered.“

“Awesome experience, highly recommend“

“We were lucky enough to get the last service by Chef Jonathan. We had his Kobe fair well tour!And he made our experience amazing! We had recently had their parent restaurant Hidden Omakase and we enjoyed it but was recommended to try this joint for a lower price point and shorter meal.So for dinner they do 45 mins and they start on time so make sure you come a little early and take some pictures in the nft gallery out front. If you park it’s to the left of the Italian restaurant and has no signage.Once seated they get started right on the dot. But even though it’s a short service Jonathan explained what we were getting in great detail. We got better interaction here with the crew than at Hidden Omakase. It’s a younger group and more fun and lively.The Engawa was the best thing I have ever eaten at any sushi restaurant. This thing is life changing. And you’re able to get an extra piece as an a la carte add on. Do it!!! You will not regret it.My wife and I were so impressed, we will definitely be back and at this price point we can come more often.Best of luck on your next Journey chef Jonathan your skills will truly be missed here.“

“We popped in for an unplanned bite with friends. We didn’t have a reservation and I highly recommend one. We were glad to be gifted one hour given our resy gaffe.Our waitress was charming and attentive. As expected, our food was high quality and delicious. While one of my favorite nigiri fishes tends to be loup de mere, the kanpachi was the winner of the hour!“

“Delicious and beautiful experience.“

“Great place ... best sushi that I have had . The staff was so nice !“

“Great place ... best sushi that I have had . The staff was so nice !“

“I went to Koi for the 2nd time last Saturday and it was just as delicious as the first time. I've been raving about it to everyone and my sister finally got to try it and said it was the best sushi in Houston and I agree. I was also the first to try the new revamped Dragonrita and let's just say I've found my new go to drink. I usually order the Lycheetini but the Dragonrita was so smooth you couldn't even taste the alcohol..dangerous, but absolutely delectable. The fish is so fresh and the dishes did not disappoint. Every single dish was amazing.We also ordered the Igageso and it was perfectly seasoned and wasn't tough at all.“

“Been going to Roka for years and I've experienced outstanding food and service on every visit. This is exactly why I continue to return over and over! Love the ambiance and exemplary attentiveness by the servers and management. Will be back again soon!“

“Amazing meal! Every piece was perfectly prepared and delicious. Great flavors and fresh fish! We tried the following and everything was so amazing!Shishito peppers were perfectly blistered.Salmon sashimi was so buttery.Gyoza was so tasty with great flavor.Special of barramundi was smokey and delicious.Spicy tuna roll was crispy and light.Tuna crudo with garlic chilli oil was so tasty!The service was excellent. Loved the view of the kitchen area. All the staff were friendly and engaging.“

“Amazing experience. The food is awesome and the service is top notch“

“Went on a Wednesday for all day Happy Hour with some friends. Had beer, wine and the omakase - this is an excellent spot, the service was impeccable even at the bar.Drinks were kept flowing, the sushi and the oysters on the omakase were to DIE for. I live in the area so super nice to have a great sushi place nearby.Highly recommend taking advantage of the HH here. Can’t wait to come back!“

“Very intimate dining experience to say the least! It actually took some time to even find this hidden gem. TINS completely exceeded my expectations from the ambiance to the amazing food. The omakase provides 14 courses with each bite better than the last! Each bite of fish was just so fresh and flavorful. The chefs really come up with the most unique and delicious sauces for each dish. The service is also impeccable. Overall, I had a fantastic time at this spot. The food was out of this world, and the drinks just kept coming. I can't wait to give them another try in the future!“

“Awesome food and staff. They are always so kind and helpful. Love the atmosphere and location“

“Such a lovely sushi spot! It looks like a sweet older couple runs the whole show, from the kitchen and sushi station, to serving tables. They don't take orders over the phone so if you want to-go, you still have to wait your turn in person. Their menu is huge for just two people managing the entire restaurant. The sushi pieces are so big, so the rice ratio is sometimes too much but I don't mind. Their yellowtail and spicy scallop sushi were my favorites, I would definitely come back just for that. The tonkatsu rice was delicious too! The slightly crispy battered pork with egg and rice was such a comforting combination. The wait is a bit long but that didn't bother us or anyone around us. The sushi is 100% worth it!“

“Love how Neo pays attention to the smallest details to ensure a fine dining experience. The staff were attentive and respectful, Chef was knowledgeable and talented, and food was incredible. We went on 3/4/24 for the Sushi Omakase and our favorites were Masu, Madai Crudo, Maitake, and the Maguro Handroll. Highly recommend!“

“We came here for both the normal and happy hour menu. Everything was delicious and the service was outstanding. My favorite pieces were the hamachi toro and salmon belly nigiris. They also let us try an ocean trout nigiri on the house. Top 3 of the night. Thank you Soto for a wonderful night out!“

“Izakaya Wa is one of my top 3 favourite restaurants. All the food is so delicious and has a seasoned taste. I definitely recommend the torimune fried skewers, one order comes with 2 generously sized skewers, they were so good I had to get 3 orders! I also recommend the sushi dinner, all the fish is so fresh and the salmon has so much fat and the bluefin tuna was amazing also. You should definitely come here. I don’t live in Houston and whenever we come here for a couple days, we always come to Izakaya Wa.“

“Came with a date, she had the Sushi, I ate from one of the other concepts, but the pieces I managed to steal whilst she wasn't looking were fantastic! We split the tuna nacho's to start, which were unique and really tasty too.Pro tip, order through the QR codes and they'll bring the drinks to you - really useful if you're having a couple of drinks at the bar, which is surprisingly good for a food hall!“

“Great spot to hit prior to a theater show (it’s within a few min walk from the Alley Theater). Several different restaurants, a bar, and ample seating within. The food quality was pretty good! And the drinks were PHENOMENAL. Make sure you have a ride home…“

“Excellent services, we came there for several times for a family dinner and couple birthday parties. The waiters and chefs were very considerate people. They paid attention to the details. The food was top of the line. I normally don’t eat raw sushi but raw sushi there were perfect. Nice presentation! The drink (lychee) was great. Beautiful and cozy decoration. my husband is a picky eater but he loves there too. Highly recommended.“

“Love coming here! Great service, amazing food, and I love their drinks!“

“The customer service is why this a star is missing. I'm not sure if it's a cultural thing, but the staff is not very welcoming or friendly. The poke bowls make up for that however. I love the salmon and tuna. I get half rice and half greens for the base. I also ask for my meat to be mixed in a bowl with sauce and placed atop my base then add the toppings. The place gives a Togo type of feel. It's very empty in there so doesn't give you a cozy want to dine in vibe, but they do have tables off to the left side if you want to dine in. Overall, these are good quality poke bowls. I'd say stop in.“

“The variety and the quality of sashimi and sushi they have definitely beyond what we paid for the price of all you can eat. Have perfect balance between authentic Japanese seafood and innovative creativity menu. Decoration gives a peaceful and calming vibe. Open kitchen showing all the kitchen staff practices high quality of hygiene during food preparation. The waiter Tiago demonstrates high level of professionalism explaining no bar tender on duty, offered alternative of ordering beers/sake/etc but also showing enthusiasm in attempt to make a cocktail as we ordered, not to mention his efficient and friendly service being the only waiter for the night with a full floor. We had an awesome dining experience. Thank you.“

“You are greeted by a gracious host who showed us to our table, we were enamored by the atmosphere and presence of the restaurant.We placed our order starting with an order of the spicy edamames which are a MOST, some exquisite yellowtail and scallop nigiris, with the cherry blossom roll and top it all an silky sake with a hint of white peach to make this the perfect and my go to sushi place next time the craving overcomes me.The mochi that melt in your mouth is guilty pleasure you won’t regret yo be tempted by.“

“One of the best Japanese restaurants in the area. They are relatively new so it’s a hidden gem. The quality of sushi, nigiri, rolls and all the dishes are steps above most other Japanese restaurants in the area, a close second to Kata but with better pricing and easier to get reservations. The space and ambiance is beautiful. We frequent this place with family, have been to a birthday party here, and it’s now a family favorite of ours. I have no clue why this place is not jam packed, especially during lunch given their great lunch menu.“

“Amazing food! Great staff! We will be back.“

“This place is a gem! It is small yet super homey. Reminds me of small homey Japanese restaurants/bars we used to go to growing up in Taiwan. Service is great and the people chat with their customers about random stuff like a friend would. I see them doing that we several customers each time I'm here and thought that is the neatest thing a restaurant could offer in this time in age. Will keep coming here!“

“Great food and amazing owner! Absolutely love coming to this place. Everything is always fresh and tastes amazing. They will make anything you want and can even add things to the pre made rolls.“

“The food and service was impeccable. Ro had those Lychee Martinis popping!!!“

“Our attendant Lupe' was amazing. Not only did he prepare our meal in our presence, but he also educated us on the variety of wagyu beef. This was me and my husband's second time coming. We absolutely love the food, the service, and the ambiance is beautiful.“

“The poke bowls here are amazing and the ingredients are fresh! the sushi is delicious especially during happy hour when it’s half price!! It’s a great place to eat something truly mouth watering without breaking the bank! I LOVE this place and I never miss the chance to go every time I’m in Houston.“

“I've been wanting to try this place for a while now. I didn't have the time to sit down and eat but since I was in the area, I decided to pop in and get something to go. I got 3 rolls and an order of dumplings. All of them were so delicious. Lucky for me it was during happy hour and all of that only cost about 12 bucks. I will definitely be back. I really want to try their ramen!“

“Very nice atmosphere. Loved the happy hour vibes at the bar and the bartender was very knowledgeable of the menu and poured a nice drink after a long week. Will be back!“

“Celebrated my birthday at this restaurant, and the experience was wonderful. The staff were so nice to decorate the space for me. The food was also with delicious flavors that impressed all of my guests. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion with great food and exceptional service.“

“I enjoyed my experience overall. The all you can eat menu has a lot of options and is totally worth the money. I wouldn’t recommend the ribs though, they are salty.The sashimi is awesome! My favorite is the pepper seared tuna.They had a 19 top table( prom kids) and still served us in a timely manner with kindness. We’ll def be back!“

“The food is delicious, the people who work there from the Chef, waders have such a fun full personality very welcoming just a chill and cool atmosphere love this place every time I come to Houston“

“This was my first time trying PokeWorks & Poke for that matter and wow wow wow!! It was so delicious and a lot healthier and filling than a chipotle bowl!! Sara, helped me put together the perfect bowl for my taste buds and she was so patient with me as I had no idea what to choose or how the process worked!! You have gained a new customers because I’ll definitely be back!!“

“Very nice and friendly good food hundred percent vegan food and no egg no MSG no onion no garlic“

“This place is great. Phenomenal service. They gave us a complimentary appetizer. All the rolls tasted super fresh. The lobster Luna roll was so good. You cannot go wrong with anything you order. They also have a complimentary ice cream at the end ! Will be coming back everyone was so attentive!“

“I had the Crunchy Roll and the Gyoza and they were both so delicious. I asked for this sauce…it has jalapeños and chives and it pairs so perfectly with the sushi. The waitress was very nice and made sure I was taken care of. Food came out quickly. I love this place and I love that we have something like this in the area. ??“

“awesome sushi and food! love the uni!“

“I ordered through uber eats and unfortunately the Uber driver stole my food. After a very long & irritating conversation with Uber I finally was refunded & called the restaurant myself. The very nice gentleman asked if I wanted him to remake my order that had been stolen. Yes of course, I was so excited to try this new restaurant. Everything was perfect. Restaurant was clean & very nice looking. Everyone there was so nice & they even gave me 30% off for my Uber troubles. I will absolutely be back not only to support such nice people who own a restaurant but to get more delicious food. Thank you Uma!“

“Holy cow! This place was amazing we got sat in the corner window and the service was amazing. We had the sashimi chefs choice and it was remarkable. This place does sushi differently. Each piece has a unique taste in the sense that it'll have a herb or common flavor like jalapeño or citrus to complement the fish. It really makes them stand out - I will return!“

“Service was top-notch, formidable and professional. The ambiance was relaxing with water and classical music playing in the background, I felt relaxed the whole time! I ordered steamed chicken with vegetables (bokchoy, mushroom, asparagus, broccoli and bell pepper) cooked in white wine. I had the lunch special which runs from 11-4pm everyday, and you have soup, side of rice and an appetizer to accompany. I chose the wonton soup which was delightful, delectable crab puffs and fried rice. I will say the only disappointment was the white rice. Soy sauce provided was not too spicy. I just wish it was a bit cleaner as our table had remnants of the previous party on the booth and the fried rice was a bit disappointing. It was lightly fried with no vegetables or much egg for that matter. I will have to return to try the fried menu items. My mother ordered the Beijing chicken which had a bit of spice and I tried it- slightly spicy and tad over-salted but would have paired better with steamed rice to balance it out. Overall, flavors were spectacular and the service here was some of the best I've had while dining in an Asian restaurant. They were even accommodating to a group who had a service dog.“

“awesome sushi and food! love the uni!“

“The restaurant's small size comes off as intimate not constrained. The staff was super kind and that set a great mood in the whole place. They expertly care for your experience. I'm truly impressed. The sushi is the best. We'll come back for sure.“

“I come here all the time and the services have been consistently excellent! They always fill my bowl to the brim and do not skim on toppings. There was one time that the rice was a little dry, but after I talked to the manager, that never happened again :). Everything is delicious and fresh! Y’all should definitely stop by ?“

“Iwa Ya on Bellaire Blvd hit the spot for lunch today! The atmosphere was inviting, and the service was quick and friendly. We dove into their delicious spider roll, savoring the fresh ingredients and perfect texture. The katsudon was another winner, with its crispy pork cutlet and flavorful sauce. Even the miso and corn chowder soup impressed, offering a warm and comforting start to the meal. And to top it off, the prices were reasonable! Highly recommend Iwa Ya for a satisfying and enjoyable lunch experience.“