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A bowl of ramen or a plate of sashimi is the only thing that sounds right. The simplicity of fresh fish and rice is exactly what is needed.

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Japanese restaurant

Sleek, modern design sets a high-end atmosphere with spotless cleanliness. Sushi bar offers interactive dining featuring luxurious tuna, foie gras, and wagyu. Complimentary valet parking adds convenience for special occasions.

Sushi features luxurious cuts of tuna, foie gras, and wagyu with an incredible selection of dishes. The omakase offers a transcendent dining experience that stands out in the United States.

People are saying

"I've had the best Japanese food I've ever tasted here."

"The fish here is insanely fresh."

"I thought the omakase dinner here was the best sushi experience."

Good to know

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Hachi offers happy hour every day until 6:30 pm.

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Happy hour items are well priced and highly recommended.

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Guests should park in the covered parking for validation.

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Fresh sushi with a Latin American flare shines here, featuring unique combos like plantain and kiwi. Friendly staff make it easy for sushi newcomers. Casual seating inside a gas station offers a welcoming atmosphere for quick bites or takeout.

Sushi here features a Latin American flare and comes super fresh. Pieces cost less than $3 each, and staff explain dishes clearly for those new to sushi.

People are saying

"The seafood here is so fresh, it rivals fancy restaurants."

"These sushi hidden gems are bursting with fresh, high-quality flavors."

"I found the sushi here to be the best I've had in Houston."

Good to know

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Reservations are not required, but delivery must be ordered 3 hours in advance.

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Payment is accepted via Venmo or Cash App only for delivery orders.

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Sushi pieces cost less than $3 each, offering great value.

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Japanese restaurant

Enjoy all-you-can-eat sushi with premium toro at great value. Spacious seating and peaceful feng shui create a calm vibe. Families and groups love the banger music that lifts the atmosphere.

Offers an all-you-can-eat sushi experience with toro included on the menu for $21. The sushi is consistently excellent and considered a premium buffet option.

People are saying

"The all-you-can-eat sushi here is excellent and a great value."

"The dinner spots here are made special by attentive and friendly servers."

"I loved the all-you-can-eat Japanese food; it's a great value."

Good to know

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Reservations are required for dinner service, and you must arrive on time with half your party.

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The all-you-can-eat lunch costs $20.95 and is available seven days a week.

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The AYCE dinner is priced at $33, offering a variety of sushi options.

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Japanese restaurant

Fresh sushi shines with reasonable prices and standout dishes like Cowboy roll and grilled edamame. Cozy, laid-back vibe pairs well with calming instrumental music and a neighborhood feel. Guests enjoy bringing their own wine due to no liquor license.

Freshness stands out with fresh sushi served at reasonable prices. The menu features Gyoza, grilled edamame, and the Cowboy roll alongside consistently great sushi.

People are saying

"I found the food here to be delicious and fresh."

"I considered the Japanese food here the best I've ever had."

"I recommend the gyoza; it was delicious."

Good to know

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Akiko is BYOB, so bring your own alcohol.

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The prices at Akiko are about 20-30% lower than listed on Google.

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Happy hour specials are available, offering great deals.

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Japanese restaurant

Open, clean space blends modern elegance with casual comfort for a relaxed vibe. Fresh, fabulous sushi features generous sashimi and perfectly sized rolls alongside authentic dishes like miso ramen and nabeyake udon. A great selection of saki complements the tidy, neighborhood setting.

Fresh sushi stands out with a wide variety of nigiri options like escolar and mackerel. Miso ramen and nabeyake udon offer authentic Japanese flavors close to traditional recipes.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is always fresh and delicious."

"The Lunch Spot service is so friendly and accommodating."

"The sashimi here is cut generously and practically melts in your mouth."

Good to know

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They are open for Saturday lunch.

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The lunch specials are very affordable.

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Ginza Japanese Restaurant is closed on Sundays.

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Upscale plaza offers in-house baked goods and a wide range of organic foods. Sushi and seafood buffet shines with fresh crab and octopus. Quiet yet lively spot near a major supermarket with busy parking and standout dining.

Freshness stands out with a huge variety of sushi and seafood. The buffet offers crabs, large shrimp, and octopus alongside salad, dessert, and broths.

People are saying

"This buffet has a huge selection and way better quality."

"The Japanese food here has a huge variety of fresh sushi."

"Parking available was easy and there were lots of cars."

Good to know

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Parking is available but can be busy and hard to find at times.

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The buffet is the most expensive in Houston.

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Trader Joe's offers unique products at reasonable prices.

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Japanese restaurant

Sleek, modern space offers an elegant vibe perfect for casual or date nights. Sushi shines with fresh fish and exotic treats like foie gras and Santa Barbara uni. Dim lighting and a lounge feel create a trendy atmosphere that stays comfortable even when loud.

Sushi features fresh and flavorful fish with beautiful presentation. The menu includes exotic options like foie gras, ankimo, and Santa Barbara uni alongside signature nigiri and Kobe Cubes.

People are saying

"The Japanese food here is delicious and fresh."

"They offer so many delicious vegetarian and vegan options."

"It's a great spot for a romantic date night."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended for dinner, especially on weekends.

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Happy hour runs from 4-6pm with discounted drinks and appetizers.

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Expect a 20-30 minute wait during peak dinner hours.

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Shopping mall blends Japanese market and restaurants with delicious ramen and very good sushi. Clean, well-maintained spaces attract a crowded, popular crowd. Plenty of parking is available despite occasional lot congestion.

Delicious ramen and very good sushi stand out here. Miso soup complements the meals well, and several Japanese stores add to the authentic food experience.

People are saying

"I found the ramen here to be delicious."

"I found the Asian grocery store here had great products."

"I found the ramen here to be delicious."

Good to know

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Parking can be crowded and difficult to find a spot.

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The area is secure and protected by local police.

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There are various food options available in the Village Center.

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Japanese restaurant

Japanese restaurant offers a chic atmosphere perfect for quiet dates or relaxed dinners. Sushi shines with exceptional freshness in dishes like sea bass sashimi and albacore carpaccio. The menu blends classic and fusion styles with a thoughtfully curated vibe.

Sushi stands out with exceptional freshness and flavors that melt in your mouth. Dishes like sea bass sashimi, albacore carpaccio, and the sage roll highlight the menu's blend of classic and fusion styles.

People are saying

"The food here is amazing and always top-notch."

"This place is truly special for date spots."

"The sushi here is some of the best and freshest I've ever had."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended on weekends due to high demand.

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Expect longer wait times during peak hours, especially on weekends.

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Soda costs $4, and prices are generally on the higher side.

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Large pub space blends classic charm with multiple dart boards and table shuffleboard for games. Sushi arrives fresh and fast, featuring Lobster Crab Puffs and grilled salmon with yuzu salad. Crowd enjoys well-crafted cocktails and highly rated pizza in a clean, spread-out setting.

Lobster Crab Puffs combine lobster, Kanikama, cream cheese, and tempura fried in an egg roll for a rich appetizer. Sushi comes fresh and quick, available even from the pub next door, alongside entrees like grilled salmon with yuzu salad and tempura green beans.

People are saying

"This pub has a warm, inviting atmosphere perfect for relaxing."

"The happy hour food and drink specials are very affordable."

"Camille, the bartender, made my Japanese Food experience a blast."

Good to know

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The pub offers food from the kitchen shared with the sushi restaurant next door.

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Ducky McShweeneyโ€™s Pub is one of the only places in the Galleria area open late.

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Happy hour features a lively and diverse crowd.

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Ramen restaurant

Small ramen shop offers rich pork belly broth and authentic ramen with polite staff. Self-service kiosk ensures smooth ordering in a chill atmosphere with calm music and soft lighting. Space feels comfortable and unpretentious, perfect for a casual meal.

Broth stands out with rich flavor in pork belly ramen and spicy miso. Menu includes Unadon and nostalgic gyudon. Ramen feels authentic and filling with polite staff and good value.

People are saying

"The ramen here is so flavorful and delicious."

"The food here is so delicious and flavorful."

"The Japanese food here is so flavorful and delicious."

Good to know

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The prices at Ramen Jin are very affordable, with ramen costing around $11 or $12.

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Ramen Jin gets crowded by dinner time, so visit for lunch or early dinner.

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There is only one vegetarian ramen option available.

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Grocery store

Spacious grocery store buzzes with large crowds and steady activity. Fresh sushi from a dedicated Sushi Stand adds to the lively atmosphere. Extensive produce section and wine selection attract many shoppers.

Fresh sushi comes from a dedicated Sushi Stand where food is prepared while you wait. The sushi is consistently fresh and pairs well with other international food options.

People are saying

"I found this grocery store to be a great place for groceries."

"The bakery did a great job with my niece's birthday cake."

"The sushi here is so fresh, they even have a stand where they make it for you."

Good to know

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H-E-B offers food and drink samples around 12 pm daily.

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Parking can be challenging, especially during peak hours.

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In-app deals provide significant savings on regular purchases.

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Buffet shines with all-you-can-eat crab legs and fresh sushi, blending seafood and tender meats. Open hot pot and ramen bar add variety, while made-to-order hibachi stations offer customization. Spacious, clean space with private tables suits families and large groups.

Offers a wide variety of all-you-can-eat crab legs, mussels, oysters, and fresh sushi alongside ramen, hotpot, and Korean BBQ ribs. Combines seafood galore with quality sushi and tender meats in a buffet format.

People are saying

"The seafood buffet's crab legs and shrimp were fresh and well-seasoned."

"The Japanese food here has an impressive variety of fresh sushi and hot dishes."

"The seafood here is so fresh, especially the sweet crab legs and oysters."

Good to know

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Lobsters are available on weekends.

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There is a two-hour limit on dining in.

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They are currently having a steak and lobster promotion.

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Japanese restaurant

Small space with authentic Japanese design offers a cozy vibe. Chefs prepare fresh sashimi and sushi right before you, including live lobster sashimi and OTORO. Atmosphere is relaxed and kid-friendly, perfect for genuine Japanese food lovers.

Sashimi here is incredibly fresh, often served so fresh it melts in your mouth, including live lobster sashimi and cuts like OTORO and salmon belly. The sushi bar offers an omakase style experience where chefs craft sushi right before your eyes, featuring unique rolls and dishes like wasabi shumai.

People are saying

"I found the Japanese food here to be authentic and amazing."

"I found it tucked away, a true hidden gem."

"This Japanese food felt authentic and amazing, like a rare treat."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended as the restaurant can get busy.

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An 8-person minimum and a mandatory spending minimum apply for group reservations.

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Prices are reasonable for the quality of food offered.

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Conveyor belt sushi restaurant

Conveyor belt sushi offers fresh, tasty options like eel and aburi salmon. Robots deliver drinks, adding a high-tech twist to the lively, modern setting. Small booths create a fun, engaging atmosphere perfect for families and casual diners.

Fresh and tasty sushi comes on a rotating sushi bar that adds a fun, high-tech twist to dining. The menu includes eel, red snapper with yuzu pepper, and aburi salmon with miso cream cheese, offering a wise selection with great variety.

People are saying

"The revolving sushi bar was awesome and the food kept coming."

"The fun activities include a robot delivering drinks and a gamified conveyor belt."

"The Japanese food here is so fresh and delicious."

Good to know

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All plates cost $3.20 in July 2023.

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Ordering through the tablet costs the same as taking from the conveyor belt.

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The restaurant is very clean and well-maintained.

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Upscale lounge offers live jazz music and a sultry atmosphere perfect for a classy night out. Chef Genji serves fresh seafood and authentic sushi, though shrimp tempura hand rolls are less fresh. Crowds enjoy expertly crafted cocktails despite cramped seating.

Chef Genji ensures fresh seafood and high-quality sushi with authentic flavors. Shrimp tempura hand rolls exist but lack the freshness found in other sushi and sashimi options.

People are saying

"The live music creates an intimate, sexy, and romantic atmosphere."

"The cocktails here are amazing and expertly crafted."

"The Japanese food here, especially the sushi, is amazing and so fresh."

Good to know

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Reservations are required to secure a table, especially on busy nights.

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There is a $150 minimum spend requirement for a table.

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Dress code is enforced, and guests should come dressed to impress.

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New American restaurant

Booth seating offers an intimate lounge feel with elevated views. Live R&B and a personable saxophonist create a beautiful, intimate touch. Lobster sushi roll shines with fresh flavor, paired well with Mac & cheese. Craft cocktails and New American dishes like Hawaiian ribeye complete the menu.

Lobster sushi roll stands out with a fresh flavor and is often paired with Mac & cheese. Spinach dip and sushi offer fresh tastes, though sushi quality varies.

People are saying

"The food here is delicious and perfectly cooked."

"The cocktails here are delicious and creative."

"The sushi and spinach dip here are perfect and flavorful."

Good to know

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Happy hour runs from 4-7pm on weekdays with discounted drinks and appetizers.

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A 20% gratuity is automatically added to all bills, regardless of party size.

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The restaurant can accommodate large parties, making it suitable for events.

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Chinese restaurant

Small, clean space with traditional bamboo steamers creates a calm, upscale vibe. Bold flavors shine in spicy edamame and sour dumplings, while friendly staff add warmth. Perfect for solo diners or pairs seeking authentic Chinese and Japanese tastes.

Spicy edamame and spicy sour dumplings offer bold flavors and stand out. Edamame ranks as notably fresh and tasty. Pan fried gyozas come across as less impressive.

People are saying

"The soup dumplings here are divine, with a rich, flavorful broth."

"The scallion pancakes are perfectly flaky and buttery."

"The spicy edamame and dumplings at this Japanese Food spot were delicious."

Good to know

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Lunch specials range from $12 to $16, including soup, an egg roll, and an entree.

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There is a decent amount of parking available in front of the restaurant.

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The restaurant offers a variety of vegetarian options on the menu.

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Restaurant

Elegant setting with floral decor and a pool waterfall creates a relaxing vibe for dates or friends. Japanese dishes shine with artful sushi boats and fresh poke bowls. Private rooms suit large groups, blending festive details with refined dining.

Meticulous attention to detail shows in the artfully crafted sushi boat and the beautiful display of fresh fruits. Poke bowls introduce a fresh take on Japanese cuisine.

People are saying

"The ambiance for brunch is elegant and refined."

"Travis made my celebration unforgettable with his warm, attentive service."

"The sushi here is delicious and artfully crafted."

Good to know

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Reservations are recommended, especially for Sunday brunch.

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Valet parking is available for $8, as there is no self-parking.

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A 20% gratuity is automatically added to brunch bills.

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