Uchi Houston

Name: Uchi Houston
Address: 904 A Westheimer, Houston, TX, United States, 77006
Telephone: (713) 522-4808
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

3623 Reviews

$50 and over

Sushi

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Bringing its hallmark level of quality and service to an urban location, Uchi Houston made its debut in 2012 in the former historic Felix space on Westheimer. Melding culinary innovation with an approachable vibe, the menu features items culled from both Uchi and Uchiko in Austin, along with signature seasonal items created by our Chef team. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance for parties of up to 7 guests. For parties 8 & larger, please visit our website for more information. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

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No. of diners

2 people

DateTime

23 May 2022

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Sushi, Japanese, Asian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
Phone number
(713) 522-4808
Website
http://www.uchihouston.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress Code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Tyson Cole
Private party facilities
Looking for the perfect place to host a dinner party or business dinner? We offer a spacious private dining room that can accommodate a maximum of 24 guests, or two smaller rooms that can each accommodate 12 guests. For more information or to submit a request, please visit our website.
Private party contact
Jessica Brach: (713) 522-4808 ext. 5

Location
904 A Westheimer Houston, TX 77006
Area
Midtown / Montrose
Cross Street
Grant
Parking Details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Hirame Usuzukuri*US$16.50
thinly-sliced flounder, candied quinoa, olive oil
Machi Cure*US$18.00
smoked yellowtail, yuca crisp, marcona almond
Sake Kiwi*US$16.00
salmon, golden kiwi, thai chili, ginger
Hama Chili*US$18.50
yellowtail, ponzu, thai chili, orange supreme
Akami Te*US$18.50
bigeye tuna, nuoc mam, watermelon
Shima Aji Crudo*US$22.00
striped jack, garlic, maitake
Kinoko UsuzukuriUS$12.50
seasonal mushroom, shallot, shiro zu

Hot Tastings

Walu WaluUS$16.50
oak-grilled escolar, candied citrus, yuzupon, myoga
Hot Rock*US$17.50
wagyu beef, ponzu
Hamachi Nabe*US$16.50
yellowtail, koshihikari rice, soy broth, egg yolk
Kinoko Nabe*US$18.50
seasonal mushroom, koshihikari rice, tentsuyu, egg yolk
OctopusUS$24.00
spring onion purée, lemon conserva, onion chip
- With UniUS$9.50
Sasami YakiUS$14.00
chicken, coconut milk, cilantro
Wagyu TatakiUS$26.00
aged coulotte, burnt onion zu, grilled mushroom, radish
Sakana MushiUS$19.00
seasonal white fish, mushroom, broccolini, tom kha
Mangalitsa Pork BellyUS$19.00
turnip buttermilk purée, fresno pepper, pickled cherry
Bok ChoyUS$12.50
cashew butter, tomato, lime
Braised RabbitUS$16.50
black garlic, pickled cherry bomb peppers, ramps, sumac roasted carrots

Yasaimono

EdamameUS$5.00
grilled soybeans
ShishitoUS$6.50
grilled shishito peppers
Uchi SaladUS$9.00
daikon, cashew pesto, wild rice panko, baby greens
Hana TatakiUS$9.00
cauliflower, golden raisin, pine nut

Agemono

EbiUS$6.50
shrimp tempura
KabochaUS$3.00
japanese pumpkin tempura
OnionUS$5.00
onion ring tempura
HanaUS$5.00
cauliflower tempura
Broccoli KatsuUS$7.50
broccoli, chili aioli, sesame
UshioUS$8.50
oxtail, sambal, mint
KaraageUS$10.50
chicken thigh, sweet chili, seasonal pickle
Brussels SproutsUS$7.50
lemon, chili

Sushi & Sashimi

Akami*US$5.00
tuna loin
Sake*US$3.50
atlantic salmon
Sake Toro*US$4.50
salmon belly
Hamachi*US$5.00
yellowtail
Hirame*US$4.50
flounder
Madai*US$4.50
japanese sea bream
BoqueronesUS$4.00
cured spanish anchovy
Shime Saba*US$5.00
norwegian mackerel
Namahotate*US$5.50
dayboat scallop
Ikura*US$3.50
salmon roe
AvocadoUS$3.00
yuzu kosho
UnagiUS$3.50
freshwater eel
NasuUS$3.00
japanese eggplant
KinokoUS$7.00
mushroom
TarabaganiUS$8.00
king crab
Wagyu Tartare*US$8.00
GyutoroUS$10.00
72-hour short rib
Foie GrasUS$9.50
duck liver
Five Nigiri*
chef's selection
- MKT
Three Sashimi*
chef's selection
- MKT

Makimono

Spicy Crunchy Tuna*US$12.00
cucumber, avocado, chili
Zero Sen*US$12.50
yellowtail, avocado, shallot, cilantro
Sake Namida*US$10.50
salmon, avocado, thai basil, nuoc mam
Ham and EggsUS$11.50
pork belly, egg yolk, spindletap beer mustard
GyumakiUS$12.50
grilled short rib, kimchi, thai basil
BiendoUS$13.00
tempura shrimp spring roll, nuoc mam, grape
AvokatsuUS$10.50
avocado, tomato, cured spanish anchovy
Shag*US$12.50
tempura roll, salmon, avocado

Omakase

Chef's Tasting*
ten course
- MKT
Signature Tasting*
six course
- MKT
Vegetarian Tasting
six course
- MKT

Dessert

Tonka Bean Panna CottaUS$9.50
fried sourdough, seasonal fruit, black tea
Blueberry TaroUS$9.50
pickled blueberry, taro namelaka, coconut lime sorbet
Fried MilkUS$9.50
vanilla custard, salted fudge, toasted blondie
Vietnamese CoffeeUS$9.50
dark chocolate, condensed milk, mint ice cream
Sorbet TrioUS$9.00
sorbet & ice cream trio

What 3,623 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.5Value

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RobertS
Houston
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Chef’s Tasting menu is amazing. Service was impeccable. Absolutely a wonderful treat!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best food I’ve had in America.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfection. As always.
SS
SophieS
Houston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding. Matt was our server and he did an amazing job with his recommendations. Very happy to see my favorite person Booth returning back to UCHI.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We absolutely love this place. Well above par food, environment, and service!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve eaten at Uchi numerous times. Always on point and delicious! My mom has never eaten there and it was my birthday. I have never been out to eat for a birthday and had more than the waiter wish me a happy one. Literally, every server that delivered a new plate of heaven to the table wished me a happy birthday! My daughters and my mother as d myself had an incredible dinner ✨🍣💖 thank you Aziz for looking out for us and Drew for checking all was delicious! Uchi never disappoints and I look forward to my next time in and also trying Uchiko ❤️ Made my night so Very Special ✨ Thank y’all❣️
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ABradshaw
Exclusive
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
We had a great experience and thoroughly enjoyed every dish that we ordered. The service was good and the food runners explanations of the dishes were clear and concise. The only complaint we had was the back waiters/bussers were collecting dishes too early and it would be nice if they at least asked if you were done with a plate that had a bite or 2 left.
LM
LaMar
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Uchi surpasses the promise of modern fine dining, where every bite is savored as a unique experience and is unlike anything offered anywhere else. The menu items are as inspired as they are delicious and the service is extremely attentive and seamless across team members. Uchi is a must-go for anyone who considers themselves a sushi lover, but it also offers so many more fun tastes and combinations than the excellent nigiri. This is our go-to spot for celebrations of any kind. The fish is as good on a Wednesday as a Saturday too. Can’t say enough good things.
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Lolobud
Houston
72 reviews
vip
5.0
72 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Never had a bad meal at Uchi! The front desk was so kind to seat us even a few minutes late due to bad traffic. We enjoyed our meal and our friend who never been to Uchi loved it! Staff was exceptional and made great recommendations. Hope to come back again soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always get omakase, but last night did it at sushi bar. Our best dining experience in our 16 years in Houston. The sushi chef chose perfect fresh options that we never would have known to pick. With ideal sake pairings.
RG
RodneyG
Houston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place does everything right I highly recommend you eating at this establishment.
DK
DaniK
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual the food and service at Uchi was outstanding! Perfect atmosphere for celebrating or enjoying exquisite dishes.
E
Elise
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding, the staff was super helpful with how to eat certain dishes & everyone was very chill & laid back. Will definitely be visiting again
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic food with exceptional service. Decadent dishes served in a low lite dining area. I personally sat at the sushi counter and was able to enjoy a full view of each dish being made. I visit twice a month! High grade cuts of prime fish and seafood. Soft shell maki, hama chili, and crispy fried brussels are a must.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Oklahoma City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great sushi as always. Always fresh and delicious!
M
Monica
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Omakase was outstanding! We love this restaurant and will continue to return
m
mikec
Houston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional and artistic cuisine! Wonderful wine pairings. Excellent service.
AL
AmyL
Columbus
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
If Michelin ever comes to Houston, this restaurant will get a star.
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adit
New York Area
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 13 May 2022
overall4food4service3ambience3
the food is very good. we were seated at the counter. the experience at the counter was bad. its like you are sitting there staring a the chefs and they are busy with their work and ignore you. I wonder if it would be different when seated on a regular table. I get it they are not bar tenders to engage you and that's fine. Over all the restaurant ambience is pretty basic.
AZ
AlexZ
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 13 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My favorite restaurant, try the tasting menu it will not disappoint!
AH
AndreaH
Houston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 12 May 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
Uchi was one of our favourite places for a special occasion. Had not been since covid. We had international guests and thought this a perfect place to bring them after an afternoon in the muesum district. Made booking 3 weeks in advance. Not nearly as I remembered. Not normally something we do - but did say something to front desk about the service - new staff sent to look after us - and the experience stepped up. But - not impressed to start with. Food was near to par. An expensive experience not to be 100% happy.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Came for husbands birthday and we had a great experience!
RV
RomeoV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing staff, knowledgeable in the food they were serving.
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valt
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 11 May 2022
overall2food2service1ambience4
Poor service, a bit arrogant sushi chef (we were seating at the counter), did not present the fish of the day, did not provide suggestions, overall attitude was not up to the positioning they want the restaurant to be at. Food was fair but nothing that I would remember compare to peers in NYC, LA or SF. Service was poor. Venue and design was good.
DB
DavidB
Houston
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 10 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ordered the chef's choice 10 course meal. Every course was phenomenal. Wait staff was very professional and everyone was extremely knowledgeable. They were obviously very well trained, which you don't see at many restaurants anymore. Great experience.
DV
DanielleV
Houston
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 10 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. I can never make it out of there under $200. I keep going back so it’s well worth it!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on 10 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always - I go here frequently and am always introducing it to new people
LG
LauraG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 10 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great choices on the Omakase dinner. Our waitress was phenomenal
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall2food3service2ambience3
Overall, just not great. First sub par experience I have ever had there. At the end we got our bill and it was outrageous for what we had eaten- I’ve been eating there for 10 years- it’s expensive, but I felt like it was just over the top
RO
ROBERTB
Houston
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was fantastic, as was sitting at Sushi bar. Love this place. --
CK
CatheyK
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 9 May 2022
overall2food3service1ambience2
Overrated. I've visited countless fine dining restaurants and tried omakase at major cities across the US and this makes it to my BOTTOM 3. Expected more from this place given the reviews but it is way overpriced for what you get. $150 per person signature omakase was barely worth 1/2 that price given the quality and quantity of food they provided. Service was also very mediocre. Definitely skip this spot and don't waste your money or time
OT
OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
vip
3.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall3food5service2ambience4
I have been coming to Uchi since it opened in Houston and it has been my favorite restaurant. Service has gone downhill in the last two years which is disappointing. The servers appear more rushed and when they place each dish on the table - they do not consistently explain the dish or reiterate any allergy information. Our server was also pushy. We didn’t get water on our table for 30+ mins and I also miss the hand towels as well.
S
Sherri
Washington DC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My daughter chose Uchi for her celebratory graduation dinner. It was perfect! The food was delicious, and our server gave us excellent recommendations. We will visit again the next time we are in Houston.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 7 May 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
We are the regular there and had hosted many dinners there, but this time, the waiter was rude. He seemed to challenge any questions we asked him about the dishes.
MK
MK5311
Houston
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Uchi has the most inventive happy hour in Houston. All of the dishes were fresh, creative, and delicious. Because their fish is so fresh, we got to appreciate the finer nuances of each fish such as the subtle sweetness and ocean-like brine. Uchi is usually not an affordable restaurant but their happy hour democratizes some of the country’s finest modern Japanese cuisine. The vibe was casual but classy. Even before our dinner, the service staff reached out to ensure all details were taken care of, like giving our party extra room to accommodate a baby. Huan was an outstanding server and was so generous to give an extra dessert for Mother’s Day. It was a pleasure having him take care of us.
IS
IoneS
Portland
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fabulous food!! Fabulous servers!!! One of our diners has celiac, and they were great about making sure things were safe for him to eat, and being clear when something at the table had gluten in it. The food came out a good pace, and our server Huan was amazing. By the end of the meal we wanted him to come to our family reunion :)
MD
MichelleD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 6 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great time here! We were running a bit late but they still sat us and held our table for the full two hours which I appreciate so much. Our server, Dusty, was AMAZING and helped a lot with the first-timers at the table. Everything from the Omakase was delicious. We can’t wait to come back!
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htxfoodie
Houston
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 4 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent cuisine! Always fun, new and exciting options to try and of course the favorites are always on point.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 4 May 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Service wasn’t quite how I remember, but the food was fantastic!
MC
MarcelleC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 4 May 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was amazing! The food was perfect, we had the chef signature tasting. It was a great experience!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitising
- Surfaces sanitised between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Uchi Houston does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Uchi Houston also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (713) 522-4808.

Uchi Houston is rated 4.9 stars by 3623 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.