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Gabriel Lyndon Salinas
via Google ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | The Absolute Best Sushi in Houston!
If you are looking for the pinnacle of Japanese dining, look no further. Uchiko Houston is hands down the best sushi restaurant in Houston, Texas. From the moment you walk into the sleek, wood-accented space on Post Oak, you know you’re in for an elevated experience that perfectly balances Uchi’s classic refinement with a bold, hearth-fired edge.
We went on a culinary journey through the menu, and every single bite was a masterpiece:
The Raw Essentials: The Madai sashimi was incredibly delicate, and the Hama Chili (yellowtail with ponzu and Thai chili) remains a legendary must-order for a reason. For nigiri, the Sake Toro and Kurodai were melt-in-your-mouth fresh, but the Bluefin Chutoro and Otoro were the true stars—rich, buttery, and pure luxury.
Unique Bites: Don’t sleep on the Gyutoro beef nigiri. It’s savory, fatty, and perfectly torched. The Negitoro roll and Spicy Crunchy Tuna provided the perfect texture, while the Sake Salmon roll was a bright, fresh highlight.
From the Hearth: The Chicken Karaage was impossibly crispy, and the Grilled Shishito Peppers and Gem Lettuce offered a fantastic charred depth. For those wanting something heartier, the Steak Frites (featuring Texas Wagyu) and the Smash Burger are game-changers—Uchiko proves they can master the grill just as well as the sushi bar.
The Sweet Finale
You cannot leave without dessert. The Milk & Cereal is a nostalgic, elevated delight with the perfect crunch, and the Pineapple Cheesecake (paired with a refreshing Calpico granita) was the light, tropical finish we needed.
The service was impeccable, the atmosphere was electric, and the food was flawless. If you want the best sushi Houston has to offer, Uchiko is the undisputed champion.
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Alekhya Yalamanchilivia Google Happy hour is all night if you sit at the “bar.” They have tables there too. It was good - HH didn’t have a great cocktail menu but they had decent sake. Nigiri was really good - I didn’t like the albacore tuna but everything else was amazing. Definitely worth trying. Would be nice if they had some more makis on the menu.
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David H. Nguyenvia Google I came for their soft opening years ago and even though we’ve been back many times to Uchi it wasn’t until recently that we went back for my Wife’s birthday. Ever since moving to the suburbs we don’t get to have as many in town date nights anymore so when we do we want them to be special.
Uchiko delivered! Their sushi is always fresh and delicious and they have some new inventions that are really mind blowing.
On this trip we stuck to some classics uni, engawa (my absolute favorite! Yellowtail, and hot rock. We added some new additions the quail and tiger cry.
The tiger cry was a unique addition with it being crunchy and light.
For dessert we got the classic fried milk and added in the mochi churros. Wow! The mochi churros might have overtaken the fried milk!
The service was always spot on as each dish comes out with a great explanation.
Thank you making my wife’s birthday another great experience!
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Chai Cactusvia Google Uchi Houston served exceptional food with precise flavors and beautiful presentation. Every dish was balanced, creative, and thoughtfully executed. The quality of the fish, the freshness of ingredients, and the uniqueness of each bite made the experience stand out. Overall, an excellent dining experience with amazing food.
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Qurat Ul Ain Farooqvia Google Tried the lunch special and was thoroughly impressed. It has a choice of appetizer, main and sorbet The burger was juicy and flavorful, elevated with premium ingredients and a perfectly soft bun. The gem lettuce salad was crisp and refreshing. Finished off with a delicate peach sorbet, which was the perfect touch of sweetness to cleanse the palate. The Jasmine honey tea was smooth and refreshing, great alongside the meal. A well-balanced lunch that felt indulgent yet clean. Great value for the quality and presentation.
