Koi

The restaurant was pretty empty, which was so surprising! This is definitely a hidden gem! The food and the drinks were amazing 👏 The enoki butter was surprisingly a soup dish but it was packed with so much flavor. All of the fish cuts were generous and extremely fresh. The cherry on top is the cost for the quality. I will definitely be returning.

Visited 6 months ago

Excellent. Both my boyfriend and I are huge Uchi fanatics and have had trouble finding a sushi spot that tops it. We made our way over to Koi to see what it was about. Presentation was phenomenal and food was delicious. This place definitely exceeded our expectations. We will be back.

Sit with Daniel at the sushi bar. Our drinks were excellent and he made excellent suggestions.

Overall, so happy we went here. Give it a shot! You won’t be disappointed.

Visited 8 months ago

Koi is above average restaurant in Houston compared to other sushi restaurants. The food is good and reasonable for the price that you pay. The fish is fresh. Of course I would expect more in the flavors. I came with a friend. We shared the Taramiso Apple and Aburi Salmon Roll. Each of us got a Nigiri Platter and Spicy Bluefin Tuna Handroll. I was most impressed by the Taramiso Apple, the marinated miso black cod was so soft and delicious. I wad quite disappointed because the server told me that we’re going to get some from the list of toyosu special (fish imported from Japanese - also more expensive). However, the only I got from that list is Hirame. Additionally, the food came out pretty slow, I waited about 20+ minutes for each dish, even though the restaurant was not that busy.

Our server - Ashley was really sweet, friendly, dedicated and passionate.

I love the interior inside of the restaurant, super iconic and classic of Japanese vibes.

They offered complimentary valet parking, free mochi ice cream or Espresso Martini when you leave them a review.

My visit was on Friday, November 29, 2024.

Visited 5 months ago

Great vibe and beautiful food presentation. The staff were very kind and attentive. However, the taste was so disappointing. While the toppings were good, the sushi rice was too plain and seemed overcooked. It lacked the flavor and texture expected in sushi rice. I hope they can improve this aspect because everything else was promising.

Visited 10 months ago

Beautiful atmosphere, service was excellent, food quality is top notch. Sushi was fresh! We are very satisfied and will definitely be back. Among the many dishes we tried was the uni pasta with truffles - amazing 😍

Visited 7 months ago

One of my favorite sushi spots in Houston. Enjoyed the Sake hand rolls, salmon avocado rolls, & the Uni pasta was the best I’ve had so far! Highly recommend. Great service and nice restaurant interior.

Visited 5 months ago

I've been waiting to try this place for months, and it did not disappoint. Great service and great vibes- perfect for a date night.

For our mains we got the sashimi platter and we were shocked by how good the madai was along with everything else. We also got the mega dragon roll because my boyfriend loves unagi. We finished off with the some handrolls, which were overflowing with filling!

One of the best parts about this place was the cocktails. We got the wasa-bae and the mango sticky rice! Both were very flavorful and unique, but we loved the mango sticky rice so much we ordered two more. I'd come back for the cocktails alone!

Overall great experience. Only bad thing about this place is finding parking. Looking forward to dining here again.

Visited 8 months ago

This is such a great experience. The sushi chefs are amazing and the restaurant has a great neighborhood feel. Everything is so fresh and they have an amazing happy hour menu!

Visited 7 months ago

This place has become my go-to place when I just want some good sushi and a relaxing dinner.

Service is fast and attentive.

Visited 3 months ago

Great restaurant! The fish is fresh and prices are very reasonable!

Visited 3 months ago

It was DELISH! I would come back again. Ambiance was good. Waitress was great. And food was YUMMY!!!!! Can’t wait to come back

Visited 3 months ago

This is my first time of coming and they swept my off my feet...all I ordered was great and delightful. Definitely I will turn here to my spot in Houston. A must visit for y'll

Visited 3 months ago

Come to Koi for happy hour to try out their menu! Highly recommend carbonara and any hand rolls. The staff is also super friendly

Visited 4 months ago

Koi Sushi is a gem! The sushi rolls were absolutely delicious—fresh, inventive, and packed with flavor. The drink selection was impressive, with cocktails that perfectly complemented the meal. The ambiance struck the right balance between lively and cozy, making it a great spot for any occasion. I had such a great time and can’t wait to come back for more!

Visited 4 months ago

Koi Sushi exceeded our expectations! The sushi rolls were incredibly fresh and flavorful, perfectly crafted with a creative touch. The drink menu offered a variety of unique and refreshing options that paired beautifully with the meal. The atmosphere was vibrant yet relaxing, making it an ideal spot for a night out. The staff was attentive and welcoming, adding to the overall experience. We will definitely be back. Thank you Valeri

Visited 4 months ago

The service was top quality. Albert and Enzo did an amazing job serving us tonight and made sure we were well taken care of.

Visited 4 months ago

Albert and Enzo were so nice and friendly! Fantastic food and fish!! So fresh and amazing!

Visited 4 months ago

i love this place! the fish is exquisite and albert and enzo are amazing hosts!!! my first time here and will definitely be coming back!

Visited 4 months ago

The food and drinks were all really good! Albert and Enzo were also really great :)

Visited 4 months ago

Albert and Enzo gave us the best exoerience possible. Explained everything thoroughly and came by to check on us the perfect amout of times. Will definitely come back again and ask for them. Made my experience a 10/10

Visited 4 months ago

Albert and Enzo provided exceptional service and recommendations throughout the night. Went with party of 4 and was sat immediately. Food was great will definitely be back.

Visited 4 months ago

Albert & Enzo were great and the food was yummy!

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Visited 4 months ago

Great ambiance and vibes!!!

Visited 4 months ago

Dined in and ordered to-go. Everyone was helpful and very nice! Got all my food in a timely manner.

Visited 4 months ago

Great sushi spot. Really enjoyed the hands rolls and carbonara udon. Everyone was super nice, too!

Visited 4 months ago

Excellent! Just came back from Japan and was still craving sushi, gyoza, sake. All yummy. Sat at the bar (great option) so you can see everything being made from scratch. Friendly chefs. Waitstaff were nice, competent and knowledgable in the menu.
Despite all of this - it wasn't that busy. Shame.
Would recommend to anyone looking for Japanese food in Houston.

Visited 4 months ago

Visited 4 months ago

The enoki butter was recommended to us by our server and was fantastic! Highly recommend! I highly recommend the chi toro nigiri, the barracuda and the kanpachi!

Visited 4 months ago

I think overall this is a hidden gem in the heart of houston. The japanese nigiri sampler exceeded expectations, as did the cocktails. I highly recommend a visit

Visited 4 months ago

Visited 4 months ago

I got the handroll sampler set and the nigiri 6 piece, they were both very delicious! They were very generous with the protein too. The atmosphere is very romantic and nice.

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Visited 4 months ago

Great atmosphere and yummy tuna! The chopped spicy scallop handroll was also a surprising favorite!

Visited 4 months ago

I had a great time here with some friends from out of town. Definitely recommend the hand rolls!

Visited 4 months ago

We booked a last-minute reservation here and I’m so glad we did! The food was creative and delicious - definitely beyond a typical sushi spot. We had several cocktails and all were great. We will definitely return soon!

Visited 4 months ago

The Hama Chili juice was delicious

Visited 4 months ago

Solid sushi experience. The food was super fresh and tasty. Hama chili was best I’ve had.

Visited 4 months ago

the place is so beautiful and service was definitely amazing

Visited 4 months ago

Superb Japanese cuisine - best I’ve had in a long time. Loved the wagyu and uni selections. I regret that I have but one stomach to give to this great chef at Koi

Visited 4 months ago

What a gem of a restaurant in Houston - I am visiting from the PNW and this is some of the best sushi I have ever had. Absolutely wonderful ambience, great service, and outstanding food.

Would highly recommend a visit to Koi if you are in Houston!

Visited 4 months ago

Lovely dining space with a calm atmosphere! The food is delicious and the staff are very kind :)

Visited 4 months ago

We Come here all the time! Some of the best sushi in the city... Brie and Jordan always take care of us. Ambience and vibe is great. Location is perfect. The chefs are a delight. Def recommend!

Visited 4 months ago

Excellent place I would return for sure and beautiful too.

Visited 4 months ago

The sushi was good but not great.... Not alot of parking would not return

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Visited 4 months ago

This is our second time at Koi and the sushi was excellent. Our favorites are the Sushi flight, yellow tail belly, the Tuna nigiri and Unagi.

Visited 4 months ago

Food is really good and somewhat reasonable pricing. Sushi is yum 👍

It definitely has a nicer restaurant feel, so you might be out of place if you're wearing regular clothes- That being said, you can wear whatever you want. Just know there'll be dates and such in the nearing tables 🙏

Maybe get a reservation if it's a busy time of day. It is a pretty small and popular place, so I'm sure the seats fill up quick.

Visited 4 months ago

The sushi is delicious here. Wasn't disappointed by any of the rolls, sashimi, or apps. The fish was very fresh. Definitely worth trying, will be back for more!

Visited 4 months ago

Nice atmosphere and great taste 😸

Visited 4 months ago

Nice environment and good food

Visited 4 months ago

Visited 4 months ago

found this place while looking in the area and not disappointed!! the interior is very clean and relaxing. although rather pricey, the sushi is good here with a wide variety of options to suit all kinds of personal tastes. worth a stop by with friends for a nice place to eat and chat! the server, valerie, is very kind and attentive highly recommend to request if possible!!!!!

Visited 4 months ago

so far the best sushi I’ve had in houston. Beautiful ambience, dim lighting which makes date night more intimate. If you’re celebrating something special you should give koi a chance. Loved every aspect of it and the service was friendly.

Visited 5 months ago

Insane interior, crazy fish, cool vibes. Best sushi of Houston 100%!!

Visited 5 months ago

amazing

Visited 5 months ago

Absolutely amazing food and service! Definitely found my new sushi spot.

Visited 5 months ago

One of my favorite sushi spots in Houston. Enjoyed the Sake hand rolls, salmon avocado rolls, & the Uni pasta was the best I’ve had so far! Highly recommend. Great service and nice restaurant interior.

Visited 5 months ago

Loved my dining experience here and would 100% recommend coming here for a little date night!!

Visited 5 months ago

Very cute place to get great sushi. Service was fast and atmosphere was amazing.

Visited 5 months ago

Beautiful interior, excellent food, wonderful service. The nigiri flight at the bar was exceptional. Koi is my favorite sushi spot in Houston!

Visited 5 months ago

A quaint sushi spot in busy midtown, Lnown for their outstanding cuts of sashimi and nigiri, and lengthy list of diverse and traditional handrolls. Their cocktail program is better than nearly any sushi restaurant in the city, as they are made with quality ingredients and are crafted by the incredible staff. Our servers, Daniel and Brianna, were very informational and extremely kind! We love Koi!

Visited 5 months ago

Sushi and service were great. Me and Uncle Steve’s favorite was the Royal Chutoro roll!

Visited 5 months ago

The Udon Carbonara was AWESOME! I wouldn’t even it share it with the other three at my table!

Visited 5 months ago

great sushi spot with a cool vibe and solid value for money. under-appreciated- doesn't get enough publicity.

Visited 5 months ago

Unforgettable uni pasta!! Also each dish was very well made and presented. We also got the agedashi tofu which were big, fluffy & sauce still lingering in our mouths. Great service. Great ambience. Will come again.

Visited 5 months ago

Amazing

Visited 5 months ago

Everything was amazing! Will definitely be back soon. Drinks were excellent. Our sever Ashley was great, made the experience more memorable

Visited 5 months ago

Great food omg! I really liked the food and the drinks were so great. I recommend the lychee martini!

Visited 5 months ago

Great food, delicious cocktails, and cool vibes

Visited 5 months ago

Amazing atmosphere and great food and drinks

Visited 5 months ago

Koi is above average restaurant in Houston compared to other sushi restaurants. The food is good and reasonable for the price that you pay. The fish is fresh. Of course I would expect more in the flavors. I came with a friend. We shared the Taramiso Apple and Aburi Salmon Roll. Each of us got a Nigiri Platter and Spicy Bluefin Tuna Handroll. I was most impressed by the Taramiso Apple, the marinated miso black cod was so soft and delicious. I wad quite disappointed because the server told me that we’re going to get some from the list of toyosu special (fish imported from Japanese - also more expensive). However, the only I got from that list is Hirame. Additionally, the food came out pretty slow, I waited about 20+ minutes for each dish, even though the restaurant was not that busy.

Our server - Ashley was really sweet, friendly, dedicated and passionate.

I love the interior inside of the restaurant, super iconic and classic of Japanese vibes.

They offered complimentary valet parking, free mochi ice cream or Espresso Martini when you leave them a review.

My visit was on Friday, November 29, 2024.

Visited 5 months ago

NEVER COME TO THIS PLACE.

If you’re a fan of poor service, this place will be an unforgettable experience—one of the worst you’ll ever encounter.

Here's the undeniable truth: We came for dinner tonight and ordered some alcoholic drinks. I have a severe allergy to cinnamon, which I noted when making my reservation.

First, the drink menu didn’t list cinnamon as an ingredient. We were told by the server that they switched to a new menu two weeks ago but failed to mention that cinnamon had been added as a garnish. By the time I realized the drink contained cinnamon, I was already experiencing allergic reactions. After double-checking, the server confirmed the presence of cinnamon and called over the manager.

What followed was the most RIDICULOUS explanation I’ve ever heard in my life. The manager said they recently updated their ingredients but hadn’t had time to revise the menu yet. I totally understand that updating the drink menu could be time-consuming and costly and also cinnamon is not a common allergen which is unworthy for this restaurant because in this two weeks nobody died of it.

The manager then said, "It took us a long time to come up with this menu. I will take the drink from you and waive this drink from the bill." I understand the need for you as a manager to defend your team and your reputation, but this was not the time for it. I was already experiencing severe allergic reactions due to your team's negligence and lack of professionalism. Boasting about your team’s menu development process while I’m suffering was insensitive. I respect your effort and sincerely suggest that another occasion would be better for discussing your menu’s brilliance, preferably find someone else who are more receptive to applause.

Finally, the manager apologized, saying, “I apologize for the miscommunication between us.” As a foreigner, I found this offensive. I had clearly noted my allergy in the reservation profile. If the staff doesn’t read these notes, why have the option to include them? Either read and respect what your customers write, or be upfront: “We do not review reservation notes; please inform us in person at the front desk.” That would be the only way for me to accept your apology and perhaps write this review more positively and friendly.

Overall, I didn’t feel that I received a genuine apology. Instead, I felt the issue was dismissed as a minor, forgivable mistake. The blame was subtly shifted onto me due to “miscommunication.” I only regret for choosing you for this Black Friday dinner and late thanks giving gift for giving me this extraordinary SPECIAL and UNIQUE experience to mark my end of 2024.

Visited 5 months ago

Such a nice intimate and lovely evening having dinner at Koi. Brianna was our server & she was very helpful from the martinis to the hand roll tastings. I had the best anniversary meal & loved the ambiance.

Visited 5 months ago

This place is super good and the seafood is so fresh. Service is wonderful too. Our go-to for great sushi and and delicious Japanese food.

Visited 5 months ago

Visited 5 months ago

The food and decor were both amazing, but service was lackluster and not what I expected from a restaurant of this caliber.

We came in as a party of five on a Saturday night around 8:45 and ordered appetizers prior to ordering our food, and it took about 30 minutes to get one handroll before receiving one appetizer. Most of us ordered three hand rolls each, but the waitstaff who brought our food did not know what was ordered and what was missing. The handrolls each person ordered were also not put together in the same wooden serving block, so we had to reconfirm with each other and the waitstaff to figure out what the kitchen still hasn't made. There was also one handroll that was brought out that no one ordered.

This occurred three times, and one of us did not receive her miso soup (which I'm assuming is already premade) until 80% into her meal. She also didn't receive her salmon flight of four nigiris until an hour after ordering.

The attitude of the waitstaff was very kind, and they let us know that we can just have the extra handroll they made in error, and waived the fee of the miso soup. However, the combination of the excessive wait time and us needing to constantly reconfirm our order was a little disappointing.

Visited 5 months ago

This is a lovely gem off of Westheimer that offers a outstandingly fresh selection, besides imported from Japan, special selection, sushi, and sashimi. I ordered the bluefin flight of five types of tuna, which was exquisite some of the best I’ve had in all of Texas. My only suggestion is that the overeager server not talk so much or as fast she was a little bit overwhelming in her enthusiasm, but besides that great place highly recommended.

Visited 5 months ago

Happy hour is a total gem. High quality fish and execution. Chef is fantastic. Sushi bar is fun.

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Visited 5 months ago

Amazing food! The handrolls are great

Visited 5 months ago

Very friendly and welcoming staff. The food is delicious. I highly recommend it.

Visited 5 months ago

We loved celebrating at Koi!! Our server Ashely was great!! Highly recommend the food and atmosphere

Visited 5 months ago

We and so much fun celebrating a 9 year anniversary. Ashley was super nice and helped us pick out some amazing rolls. I wish more people knew about this secret gem!

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Visited 6 months ago

The restaurant was pretty empty, which was so surprising! This is definitely a hidden gem! The food and the drinks were amazing 👏 The enoki butter was surprisingly a soup dish but it was packed with so much flavor. All of the fish cuts were generous and extremely fresh. The cherry on top is the cost for the quality. I will definitely be returning.

Visited 6 months ago

Great quality everything tbh. Wife and I loved the food, drinks, and ambiance. We will definitely be back.

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Visited 6 months ago

The restaurant has a pleasant atmosphere, but the service was quite slow, even though the place was nearly empty. It took 30 minutes to receive just two rolls. The food was good, though that may have been because I was getting hungry. I wouldn’t recommend dining here if you’re short on time.

Visited 6 months ago

Food and drinks were amazing, service was excellent, ambience is perfect for a date night or upscale-feeling happy hour with friends. The bar manager Raymond is so kind and passionate about his work. Ashley was a great waitress! Highly recommend this place to anyone!!

Visited 6 months ago

I visited for the first time a few weeks ago and was so impressed by the Chef - the nigiri special was absolutely amazing! I came back specifically for it again today and was just blown away! The service staff is also incredible - they’re friendly, attentive, and their teamwork is seamless. Absolutely worth it.

TL;DR | Come for the fish, stay for the vibes.

Visited 6 months ago

Amazing ambience. Very quiet and chic interior. Service was top notch, and the waitress was very attentive.
For dinner I ordered 1) chutoro roll, 3) wagyu tarts, 3) kaki fry, 4) bluefin sashimi, and 5) chutoro sashimi. Overall, the food was good. But the sashimi did not wow me - at $28 for the chutoro sashimi, it underwhelmed and tasted slightly sour.

Visited 6 months ago

Authentic sushi place in Houston downtown. Taste, atmosphere all good

Visited 6 months ago

Great Handrolls and service was perfect. I will be back soon for happy hour.

Visited 6 months ago

Came to eat here for the first time, and food was amazing !!!! Excellent experience! Our Waitress Van made the experience even better ! Definitely recommend and will be come back ! Specially for Happy Hour :)

Visited 6 months ago

Came here to eat with a friend, first time. Food was amazing. Delicious flavors happy hour menu is plentiful of options. Drinks are soooo good. Our waitress was Van and she was attentive and gave great food recommendations. Ask for her when you come! So good.

Visited 6 months ago

The food is amazing, the service was great! We will be returning. Very fresh fish.

Visited 7 months ago

Beautiful atmosphere, service was excellent, food quality is top notch. Sushi was fresh! We are very satisfied and will definitely be back. Among the many dishes we tried was the uni pasta with truffles - amazing 😍

Visited 7 months ago

Good spot for happy hour, hand rolls and drinks and a great price. Service and atmosphere are excellent.

4 stars because I think the food is good but not amazing. We got a few hand rolls, takoyaki, carbonara udon, matcha cocktails. Everything was fresh and good but nothing stood out. I would personally not pay full price for the dishes.

Visited 7 months ago

amazing and quick service with great happy hour deals! friends and I ordered almost 20 drinks + dishes combined and was priced reasonably. highly recommend!

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Visited 7 months ago

Restaurant was awesome! Had rolls and appetizers were amazing. Salmon katsu was awesome. Brianna was super helpful and very attentive.

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Delicious fish, fried squid & caviar flights!! Not to mention to beautiful cocktail 😍😍

Visited 7 months ago

Great crispy rice, 10 out of 10

Visited 7 months ago

Amazing food, service was great. Would highly recommend for a cute date night.

Visited 7 months ago

Koi exceeded my expectations with its beautiful ambiance and quiet atmosphere, perfect for a date. My girlfriend and I enjoyed the A5 wagyu, handroll tasting, momo maki, and the Toyoshima sashimi platter, all beautifully presented and delicious. The cocktails, especially the "Matcha Made in Heaven," were exceptional. Our server, Brianna, provided excellent service. I’ll definitely recommend this place!

Visited 7 months ago

The service was amazing! In particular I loved the wagyu hand roll and I loved the espresso martini with the marshmallow on top!

Visited 7 months ago

The food was amazing and the aesthetic of the restaurant was elegant and perfect for a date. I had the best time and my server Vincent made it even better by ensuring our needs were consistently met. I would 10/10 recommend this restaurant for anyone looking to have an elegant night out.

Visited 7 months ago

My fiancé and I absolutely love coming here! The sushi, cold dishes, and hot dishes are phenomenal, and the staff here is top tier!!! Shoutout to Vincent and Ray for always being friendly and giving the best service! Their dishes are creative and so delicious, and we believe this is the best sushi restaurant in Houston. They recently updated their Chef’s Features, so make sure you try the wagyu and mushroom tarts! Also, the cocktails are amazing! Don’t miss out on their espresso martini. :)

Visited 7 months ago

koi is my favorite go-to sushi restaurant by far. the food never disappoints & there’s always something new to try! my favorite dish is the aburi salmon roll & the sake ikura hand roll, SOO GOOD!

my servers today, vincent & reagan, were so attentive & friendly it genuinely made the experience truly enjoyable. so if you’re looking for great hospitality, amazing food, & a lively environment, koi is the perfect place!!!

Visited 7 months ago

The food here was so delicious, Probably one of the freshest sushi I tasted so far. The environment was super friendly so was our server Vincent!

Visited 7 months ago

The fish here is very fresh, more fresh than other sushi restaurants I have been to around Houston. My time at Koi, my server was Vincent and he was very attentive and really social! This place has a very versatile menu with many good selections, would definitely recommend for a date.

Visited 7 months ago

loved it here and the food was excellent. our server Vincent was great! He was helpful, friendly, and made everything easy. I couldn’t ask for better service.

Visited 7 months ago

I would like to first mention how amazing the services was and our server was Vincent. Everything was perfect and the food was spectacular!

Visited 7 months ago

We have been to Koi several times and took some friends last night. The quality and freshness is always consistent. We truly enjoyed our dinner once again served by friendly staff. Koi and their sister restaurant Zen Japanese Izakaya are our favorite Japanese restaurant in Houston!

Visited 7 months ago

This is such a great experience. The sushi chefs are amazing and the restaurant has a great neighborhood feel. Everything is so fresh and they have an amazing happy hour menu!

Visited 7 months ago

Overrated, server should have communicated with the group that there was a minimum. We We’re forced to pay for more when we could have bought more food. Won’t be coming again

Visited 7 months ago

Came here for happy hour (Tuesday-Sunday 4-6pm) and it was SO good! Loved the handrolls, agedashi tofu, and nigiri pieces. Highly recommend.

Visited 7 months ago

Given the competition in that area, the experience wasn't great.
Staff was fine, no issue with our waitress.

The food wasn't great though.

Compared to Uchi and Soto the food for the price was very very underwhelming.

The ambiance was ok, but the private room we were given had leaky ac vents that was dripping water on the table. We were not told of this when given the room, and there was another room with a vacant table that was also private, that also had leaky ac vents but at least they were not leaking on chairs or the table. But there seemed to be hesitation on giving us that room.

Visited 7 months ago

One of the best sushi restaurants in Houston area! Must try is the Toyosu sashimi platter and Momo roll

Visited 7 months ago

Amazing place, great staff, good food. Great place to take a date. Would recommend to a friend. Ask for Bri!!!

Visited 8 months ago

If you're a fan of authentic Japanese cuisine, Koi Sushi in Houston is a must-visit. This restaurant offers an exceptional dining experience with its genuine Japanese flavors and attention to detail. The sushi is fresh, expertly crafted, and highlights the quality of the ingredients. Their menu also features a variety of traditional dishes, each prepared with authenticity and care. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting, making it a perfect spot for both casual meals and special occasions. Overall, Koi Sushi stands out for its commitment to delivering an authentic taste of Japan right in Houston.

Visited 8 months ago

Excellent. Both my boyfriend and I are huge Uchi fanatics and have had trouble finding a sushi spot that tops it. We made our way over to Koi to see what it was about. Presentation was phenomenal and food was delicious. This place definitely exceeded our expectations. We will be back.

Sit with Daniel at the sushi bar. Our drinks were excellent and he made excellent suggestions.

Overall, so happy we went here. Give it a shot! You won’t be disappointed.

Visited 8 months ago

Do yourself a favor and make your way here as soon as possible! The small details are not overlooked here. The presentation of the food is on point and the flavors are right there with it. The drinks are just as delicious as the food as well. Daniel took care of us and had excellent food and drink recommendations. We were not disappointed with a single thing here. We have eaten at almost every top sushi spot in town and this is definitely in the top places to go. We will be back!

Visited 8 months ago

came for the first time for my birthday and had a great time! shoutout to our waiter Vincent, great guy

Visited 8 months ago

The food was delicious! And our waiter, Vincent, was very attentive and made my first experience at Koi great!

Visited 8 months ago

First time here and had a wonderful experience. Our server Vincent knew everything we asked of him and he was extremely helpful throughout our meal. The food was amazing as well. Thank you Vincent for the wonderful experience !!

Visited 8 months ago

Food, service, and experience was amazing. Vincent was an excellent server and gave great recommendations!

Visited 8 months ago

We went for our friend’s birthday and Vincent was our server! He had excellent service and was very helpful when we were ordering! Would definitely come back :)

Visited 8 months ago

This is an awesome place to grab amazing sushi and drinks. I am definetly coming back soon. Brianna took care of me, and I received the best service ever.

Visited 8 months ago

The atmosphere is sophisticated with a sense of warmth. Koi is better for more advanced sushi eaters that aren’t afraid of raw fish. Service is phenomenal with individuals who are excited to be there and make the experience so much more enjoyable. Their selection of sushi isn’t overwhelming. Their drink menu is larger with awesome flavors. I always get their Lycheetini. For appetizers, I would suggest the Hama Chili, Tara & Truffle, or the Crispy Rice (good for two people). Out of their rolls, I love the mega dragon and the royal chutoro. Their hand rolls come with little wrappers that prevent the sweat from the rice. So cool. Had the Bluefin flight and it was fantastic! Great flavors and cut of tuna. Their chefs know what they’re doing. Great place. Must go for sushi. If you’re a California roll kinda gal or guy, they don’t have it.

Visited 8 months ago

Got the Tokyo Seven. Fantastic experience!

Visited 8 months ago

First time in here, and the atmosphere was stunning. Wonderful lighting, beautiful build, and the food was great. Will definitely be back. Great date night vibes.

Visited 8 months ago

Amazing nigiri!

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Visited 8 months ago

Wouldn’t serve me even though they sat other people. Very unfair and bad service. Came an hour before closing time as well

Visited 8 months ago

I've been waiting to try this place for months, and it did not disappoint. Great service and great vibes- perfect for a date night.

For our mains we got the sashimi platter and we were shocked by how good the madai was along with everything else. We also got the mega dragon roll because my boyfriend loves unagi. We finished off with the some handrolls, which were overflowing with filling!

One of the best parts about this place was the cocktails. We got the wasa-bae and the mango sticky rice! Both were very flavorful and unique, but we loved the mango sticky rice so much we ordered two more. I'd come back for the cocktails alone!

Overall great experience. Only bad thing about this place is finding parking. Looking forward to dining here again.

Visited 8 months ago

Regular customer. When is last call 1 hour before? Chefs went home but customers were still getting served. Thank you sir

Visited 8 months ago

I was really impressed with my experience at Koi. Very beautiful restaurant. I loved the interior. Drinks were amazing. Sushi portion was very generous. The staff were very friendly. Thank you Daniel for out being a great waiter. Can’t wait to come back to try more dishes from the menu!

Visited 8 months ago

From the start service was phenomenal! Food and drinks came out fast! Thanks to the bartender Daniel for making some great drinks! Would highly recommended visiting Koi!

Visited 8 months ago

Went for my 1 year wedding anniversary. It was absolutely amazing! I loved everything. Will definitely be going back.

Visited 8 months ago

Modern and clean, really nice service. Food is kind of average. I liked the chefs special nigiri and salmon grid with pear and mango. I don’t like plastic over seaweed in handrolls

Visited 9 months ago

Went to happy hour with a friend. Sushi was fresh and tasty. Loved the drinks. Overall a great sushi place to try.

Visited 9 months ago

I love this place happy hour is great sushi is very fresh drinks are delicious 😍😍

Visited 9 months ago

The food is outstanding, as well as the service, but the area it’s located in- is so ratchet, I had my car broken into and glass shattered, and someone left a T-shirt inside: Fear Dying Broke… not even a block away on a busy street, we were gone an hour, on my birthday at Koi, what a terrible area and experience! Definitely a hate crime…

Visited 9 months ago

This is my third visit to Koi, and I keep coming back for my favorite cocktail, the Koi Klub, and the delicious Skywalker roll. The consistent quality and unique flavors make it a must-visit spot for me.

Visited 9 months ago

I recently dined at Koi in Houston Texas and was thoroughly impressed. The ambiance is a perfect blend of traditional and modern, setting a serene atmosphere. The sushi platter featured incredibly fresh and beautifully presented pieces, while the omakase offered a well-curated selection that showcased a perfect balance of flavors.

Service was impeccable, with knowledgeable staff who enhanced the experience.

Overall, Koi provides an authentic and memorable Japanese dining experience. Highly recommended for both traditional and inventive dishes. I look forward to returning.

Visited 9 months ago

We were visiting our kids and we went to Koi to have lunch. I was blown away by the excellence of the food. The fish is fresh and the presentation was so nicely done. Koi will be our go to each time we visit TX.

Visited 9 months ago

Servers/Bartenders were great!

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

Brianna and Daniel gave the best service PLUS the food was amazing... 10/10 will be back and bring friends

Visited 9 months ago

Brianna and Jordan were so amazing! They were very understanding of my food allergy, and took the time to describe the menu and made my stay welcoming and enjoyable. I’m very impressed with the bartender Daniel! He had so much knowledge on paring wine/sake with certain food selections. Food was amazing, staff is AMAZING. Drinks… even more amazing. 10/10.

Visited 9 months ago

Great vibe and beautiful food presentation. The staff were very kind and attentive. However, the taste was so disappointing. While the toppings were good, the sushi rice was too plain and seemed overcooked. It lacked the flavor and texture expected in sushi rice. I hope they can improve this aspect because everything else was promising.

Visited 9 months ago

Had the urge for some good sushi and ended up at koi. Was greeted with a warm welcoming by the host at the front. Sat at the sushi bar. The service by Daniel and Chef Masa was spectacular. Started with a chawanmushi to warm up and moved on to their gyoza’s. For my mains I had the mega dragon and Otoro nigiri’s which are by far my favorites. For drinks I had a Tokiball and matcha made in heaven. Delicious cocktails. Came in on a Sunday which was quiet … but after a long week that is what I needed. Will be coming back

Visited 9 months ago

My husband and I first time here. Ambience is nice, quick and attentive service, superb fresh quality. Our favorite was the salmon and bluefin flight! It was delicious and savory! Also not picture but we love their unagi!

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 9 months ago

Great ambience and service. Food is good but could be better. A bit overpriced also.

Visited 9 months ago

Overall 5 stars. ✨ Delicious food great service, friendly staff & nice trendy atmosphere.

Visited 9 months ago

Chef Masa’s nigiri is out of this world!!! My daughter brings me here every time and I can never get enough! Jordan was our bartender and she was outstanding!!!

Visited 10 months ago

Amazing service, amazing food. Really the whole shebang. Ask for Briana!

Visited 10 months ago

Great sushi, great service, great spot

Visited 10 months ago

Service was great, food is always fresh and tasty! Came for the handrolls, you won’t be disappointed!

Visited 10 months ago

Was disappointed with Koi and expected a lot ore for the price point and higher reviews. The service was great and several of the dishes we had were good (Agenasu and Crispy rice) but overall everything was missing something and a bit of a letdown for the price range. We ended up not finishing several of the dishes (El Diablo and Mega Dragon rolls) as they were dry and not good. For the price range would recommend trying somewhere else.

Visited 10 months ago

Everything is so fresh! Atmosphere is pretty chill vibe

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

We went to Koi to celebrate my son's 24th birthday. Koi was a good pick, first time here. The sushi was fresh and delicious. Got to try the fried tofu, yummy. We were very pleased with the service, everyone was nice and attentive. Definitely will return.

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Valerie is amazing

Visited 10 months ago

the food was awesome, and the workers are super nice.

Visited 10 months ago

Great food even better service

Visited 10 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Let me start off by saying how wonderful the staff was. Our waitress and another server were very kind to us. However, the food was mid. It wasn't terrible, but for the price point, we expected a lot more. It was bland and flat, none of the ingredients were highlighted, and it felt like it was such a waste of good ingredients. I got the expensive items such as uni pasta, tokyo seven, hand roll tasting set, 6oz koi beef steak, to make my first experience good so that I can have a good judgement to come back next time. For the hand roll tasting set, which included uni, caviar, wagyu beef, and foie Gras, and we can barely taste them. As for the uni pasta, the pasta was undercooked and the noodles were hard and very chewy. The server was kind to recook/make a new one, but I just took it to go leaving disappointed after spending around $300.

Visited 10 months ago

My husband and I came here for a date night, and it was incredible! We had Van as our server and she was superb! The chefs special caviar service was a pleasant surprise of delicious taste buds. We got the matcha made in heaven and a spicy drink that were BOTH delicious! The kinmedai, chutoro, and uni were great! The El Diablo roll was too smoky for me, but that’s my fault bc I didn’t read the torched escolar part! Incredible experience and we can’t wait to do another date night here!

Visited a year ago

From the moment I stepped out of my car to the moment I got back in, everyone treated us with great service. Our waitress Van was a great help with the menu and recommended great dishes for our first time. Raymond the manager also came by and made sure our drinks and dinner was on point. Every dish that came out was beautifully plated and tasted amazing. Would definitely recommend coming here! The wife and I will definitely be coming back for more!

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

The prices here are very reasonable so everyone can choose and I am very satisfied with the way the staff is welcoming to me. Thank you very much

Visited a year ago

In short: creative and imaginative plates make this fairly-priced Montrose joint a great breath of fresh air.

After driving by a few times, I finally stopped in for a weeknight dinner. The menu was lit up with flamboyant offerings, striking a good balance between small plates and sushi.

The small plates were fantastic and unique. There was the “Taramiso Apple” (a marinated black cod served INSIDE an apple), the “Crunchy Tori” (a kind of Japanese-inspired cordon bleu), and elegant yet tasty hand rolls.

The sushi offerings were simple, which complemented the more superfluous small plates well. The Toyosu Platter was well-selected, with delicious Japanese fish that aren’t usually at the forefront of the American palate.

The rolls are also grand and fairly-sized, and it could be argued that one could make a meal out of these diverse rolls themselves.

One peculiarity I did notice however, was that the menu as a whole seemed a bit pretentious. Simply put, having uni + caviar hand rolls, or A5 wagyu beef steaks, simply isn’t necessary and detracts from the rest of the offerings. A certain level of commitment is necessary to stand upon these ultra-luxury ingredients, and it would be better suited for Koi to focus on their strengths (i.e. the small dishes and Japanese-local sushi).

This is a bit nitpicky, but I did notice that the restaurant felt quite segmented. Especially at a place like this, where so much imagination is being put into the composition and presentation of each dish, I would’ve appreciated a bit more connectivity between the diner and the back-of-house.

In all, though, Koi serves fairly-priced cold and hot plates which you won’t find anywhere else. A good spot to try if you’re able to sift through the more money grab-y dishes and/or you have a craving for fresh Japanese fish.

Visited a year ago

so good! came here for a girls night, the service was perfect and the food was so fresh!! everything was well presented, and had pretty recently sized portions.drinks are also amazing, highly recommend their matcha cocktail :) i will definitely come back!

Visited a year ago

Great restaurant with delicious food! The sushi rolls are large and the sushimi was very fresh. The atmosphere is gorgeous as well. Would definitely recommend this place!

Visited a year ago

Had a very great first experience! Came with a party of 14, and the staff were more than accommodating for my big party. We were seated in the private room and had no issues with ordering/getting served throughout the night. The atmosphere, food, and presentation were incredible!!! Major shout out to Albert, our waiter, and the entire team for treating us so well because we ordered A LOT. Will definitely be back and highly recommend this place to others! We ordered the following for your reference:

Sashimi sampler
Mango tango
The one nigiri
Salmon carpaccio
Hama chili
Ikageso
Beef tataki
Tara and truffle
Hotate chopped
Toro taku
Nigiri sake hara (salmon belly)
Bluefin flight
Kanpachi
Edamame garlic
Ama ebi
Hamachi kama
Spicy tuna chips
Crispy rice

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Dined in with a party of 8. Excellent atmosphere, decor, service, food presentation, and quality of food. 11/10. Thank you, Jessica and Koi!

Visited a year ago

Great decor and even better food - try the handroll tasting that gives you a wide variety of toppings and tastes that will have you coming back for more.

Visited a year ago

Japanese experience sushi in Houston. It's nice to have such a a high class restaurant here. Very well run, and their prices are much better than the two competitors they are in between on lower Westheimer. Right next to Numbers...is that place really still open? I don't think so.

Visited a year ago

Food is just OK. Everything is either overly sweet or Salty. If you love sushi and love authentic sushi, skip

Visited a year ago

Koi was a big let down for us. With all the amazing sushi in town, this is not it. Everything was ok but execution was off. The el Diablo roll essentially had burnt spices on the top. They should probably torch it and then spice it. The other rolls were fine but nothing to rave about for us. The Japanese Wagyu hand roll had good flavor but it was crazy over cooked. The tuna tower was good but that is widely available. Also, charging $5 for valet is silly for a nice restaurant. Service was ok but empty water glasses were common.

Visited a year ago

First time dine-in here. Atmosphere was warm and quite formal. I did not know they do Happy Hour which is a good deal to try more food.

Waitress and under training waitress were nice, professional, and careful. Food was tasty, fresh, and good looking.

However, Signature Handroll Tasting which attracts me to here, was disappointed me a bit. The waitress told me that the restaurant sold out Uni so the Uni, Ikura, & Caviar hand-roll so could sub to A5 Wagyu Foie Gras for same price. I accepted to change Uni hand-roll to Wagyu hand-roll. When the plate arrived, 2 of Wagyu hand-rolls came without Foie Gras ( you can see my picture).

I am not sure if the Chef forgot to put Foie Gras on or they sold out, but it substituted by Tuna and Scallion. I should tell waitresses but I did not want to put them in a hard time.

Highly recommend Royal Chutoro Roll.

Overall, Koi is a new restaurant in the area so they may need to adjust arrangement. I will still come back for the good service and high-quality food. I will give a second chance to see their improvement.

Visited a year ago

Gem of a place. Great happy hour. Always a good selection of fresh fish. Inventive cocktails. Ray and Masa will take care of you.

Visited a year ago

My best friends and I dined her an hour ago and our server Albert was amazing. Super chill yet attentive and knew what to recommend to my picky friend. Overall 10/10 experience!

Visited a year ago

We liked everything we ordered! Will be back soon. Thanks.

Visited a year ago

This place is fine. The hot and cold tastings were decent but the nigiri and sashimi pieces left something to be desired. The El Diablo maki roll was good but a little dry. Here’s what we got with an asterisk to indicate what we’d get again:

- Spicy Edamame*
- Crunchy Tori*
- Beef Tataki
- Maki roll: el diablo
- Spicy Wagyu Handroll
- Nigiri:
- Sake
- Sake Hara
- Hamachi Hara
- Madai
- Kanpachi
- Kinmedai
- Shimaaji
- Bluefin flight

Visited a year ago

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.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Great experience ; wonderful food. Excelente service

Visited a year ago

I would like to give them 10 out of 5!
Best ever sushi and main course, reasonable prices and extraordinary service. I am in love with this place, please open for lunch time as well!!!

Visited a year ago

I am deeply impressed by the exceptional freshness of the sashimi and the consistently high quality of every dish at this sushi restaurant. My experience here has been truly delightful, and I find myself enamored with this establishment, which I would confidently describe as a hidden gem.

Visited a year ago

I was searching for a new sushi spot and came across Koi. The atmosphere was very beautiful and the staff were very welcoming. We got seated and were helped right away. We weren’t sure what to get so our server Van gave us some recommendations. She recommended crispy rice, salmon flight, blue flight & the handroll tasting. They were all very yummy! Our server was very attentive but not overbearing she was very sweet and fast. I will most definitely be coming back!

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Staff is very kind and the food was absolutely amazing! The beat ika geso and takoyaki I've had. The hand roll sampling is a must try.

Visited a year ago

A must go-sushi spot! KOI has beautiful decor, great ambiance, and excellent sushi! The El Diablo and the Tara and Truffle are a must. Chase it with a Wasa Bei and you are set. We will be back!

Visited a year ago

Sun 24th: Outstanding all around experience at the sushi counter. Good sushi that's reasonably priced. Sashimi sampler of two slices of 5-6 diff kinds (more thinly cut slices than regular but still substantial) is a bargain!

Visited a year ago

I recently had the pleasure of dining at Koi. It was an unforgettable experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the staff, and the ambiance was both elegant and inviting. The hand roll selection was exceptional, with each dish beautifully presented.

Visited a year ago

Our experience was out of the world and our service staff went above and beyond to make sure we were well accommodated for. Highly recommend ❤️

Visited a year ago