Sakana Japanese Grill

(713) 782-8887

6540 San Felipe
Houston, TX 77057 29.7505 -95.499939

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Neighborhoods: Great Uptown, Westside

Last updated 9.11.08

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Cuisine:

Japanese, Sushi

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What People Are Saying About Sakana Japanese Grill

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In Short – Atmospheric music and a soothing color palette provide a welcoming environs and a departure from the trendy sushi scene. Mixes of neighborhood regulars and lunchers have their choice of tables in the main dining room or at the sushi bar. In a separate room, the bustling hibachi grill is an ideal spot for large groups or diners with kids in tow. Expect a contemporary Japanese menu with sushi, sashimi, noodles and grilled seafood specialties. Extensive wine list. –

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Happy hour (including drink specials and sushi deals) is daily from 4pm to 7pm.
The Extras:
A private room (complete with traditional Japanese seating) is available upstairs for large groups and special occasions.
ambiance
89.28999900817871% positive
  1. “Great atmosphere!”
  2. “The atmosphere was great, the services was wonderful and the food couldn't have been better or more prompt.”
  3. “Although the atmosphere was not bad, but I can't say the same about the food.”
  4. “The atmosphere is soothingly elegant, yet humble and traditional.”
  5. “First, It's got a great location, and the sushi is so fresh!”
  6. “The service was mediocre, but the ambiance was enjoyably elegant.”
  7. “definitely the best sushi place in houston- not only great food, but a great atmosphere and great waitstaff!”
dessert
100.0% positive
  1. “If you love desserts, make sure you order one!”
drinks
66.66999816894531% positive
  1. “Wait staff was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the wine/ food selection.”
  2. “happy hour is ONLY for drinks, NO happy hour SUSHI so don't be mislead like we were.”
  3. “He listened to what we were looking for and recommended the perfect wine and sake.”
food quality
89.80999946594238% positive
  1. “This was our favorite sushi restaurant, if anyone knows if they have re-opened some where or are planning too, please email me at kelc17@hotmailcom!”
  2. “the best sushi in houston!”
  3. “The sushi and sashimi was refreshingly fresh and tasty.”
  4. “the sushi was delicious”
  5. “Romantic setting, great people, great food.”
  6. “First, It's got a great location, and the sushi is so fresh!”
  7. “Very fresh sushi and large selection of unique rolls.”
  8. “The best Japanese food next to Nobu.”
  9. “Selection of sushi rolls NOT impressive, just average.”
  10. “My wife thought it was some of the best tuna she'd had at a sushi restaurant.”
  11. “Wait staff was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the wine/ food selection.”
  12. “Sakana is one of the best sushi houses in Houston.”
  13. “Although the atmosphere was not bad, but I can't say the same about the food.”
  14. “Smoked salmon sushi was pretty tasty but dry.”
  15. “The atmosphere was great, the services was wonderful and the food couldn't have been better or more prompt.”
  16. “There is a large assortment of specialty rolls and there are some great spicy dishes!”
  17. “The unagi is also a great selection if you dont particularly like sushi.”
  18. “The chirashi and the fry tofu are the best in town.”
  19. “If you want some fresh sushi, you'll find it at Sakana.”
  20. “Always fresh.”
  21. “The shrimp tempura was amazing and the sushi (mostly sashimi) was phenomenal.”
  22. “Worst part - noodles were under cooked, it was difficult to chew and digest.”
  23. “definitely the best sushi place in houston- not only great food, but a great atmosphere and great waitstaff!”
  24. “The shrimp tempura was light and delicious and the miso soup was great.”
  25. “Pu (waitress) was pleasant & attentive throughout the meal.”
  26. “The sushi is fresh and service was excellent.”
  27. “fresh fish!”
menu variety
60.0% positive
  1. “Very fresh sushi and large selection of unique rolls.”
  2. “The menu is also beautiful and extensive.”
  3. “The unagi is also a great selection if you dont particularly like sushi.”
  4. “Nice selection of cold sake.”
  5. “Wait staff was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the wine/ food selection.”
overall
93.75% positive
  1. “This was our favorite sushi restaurant, if anyone knows if they have re-opened some where or are planning too, please email me at kelc17@hotmailcom!”
  2. “My wife thought it was some of the best tuna she'd had at a sushi restaurant.”
  3. “This corner has needed a great restaurant, without pretention, great prices and fabulous tastes!”
  4. “definitely the best sushi place in houston- not only great food, but a great atmosphere and great waitstaff!”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “We would not go back or recommend this place to anyone.”
service
96.66999816894531% positive
  1. “The service is excellent and the waitstaff and managers are polite and friendly.”
  2. “Always friendly.”
  3. “The service was mediocre, but the ambiance was enjoyably elegant.”
  4. “The service was great!”
  5. “The service is excellent.”
  6. “The service staffs are wonderful.”
  7. “Pu (waitress) was pleasant & attentive throughout the meal.”
  8. “Romantic setting, great people, great food.”
  9. “Great service.”
  10. “Wait staff was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable when it comes to the wine/ food selection.”
  11. “the staff was very nice and the service was great.”
  12. “friendly environment”
  13. “The sushi is fresh and service was excellent.”
  14. “They are super friendly and take good care of the customers.”
  15. “The staff is always friendly and helpful.”
value
100.0% positive
  1. “Most meals range from 7.95-10 with great portions.”
  2. “This corner has needed a great restaurant, without pretention, great prices and fabulous tastes!”
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

11/27/06

Unfortunately, it is closed.

by kbldm13

This was our favorite sushi restaurant, if anyone knows if they have re-opened some where or are planning too, please email me at kelc17@hotmailcom!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

06/14/06

the sushi was delicious

by dngo02

Other than the far drive...i have no complaints to eating at Sakana. The service was great! You get greeted instantly when you arrive. Their specialty rolls are one of a kind. I'm in love with their fried ice cream too. If you love desserts, make sure you order one! The unagi is also a great selection if you dont particularly like sushi. I recommend almost everything!

  • Pros: The atmosphere and friendly staff
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/20/06

friendly environment

by wonderling

The service staffs are wonderful. They are super friendly and take good care of the customers. The chirashi and the fry tofu are the best in town. But also need to mention the restroom, it is so clean, and neat.

  • Pros: food, cleanness
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/09/06

The Best!!!

by justwho

Sakana is one of the best sushi houses in Houston. Always fresh. Always friendly. I drive past many other sushi restaurants to get to Sakana...it's that good. The staff is always friendly and helpful. Nice selection of cold sake. Good prices.

  • Pros: Fresh sushi., Friendly., Cold sake.
  • Cons: none
1 Star Rating: Poor

02/03/06

NOT RECOMMENDED, SAVE YOUR MONEY!

by omerlin

My wife and I went there. Although the atmosphere was not bad, but I can't say the same about the food. There was not a variety of sushi or rolls, it was very typical. The sashimi was standard, nothing special. We were not impressed. For the high price, we would not go back. The place was empty, and I think it will not last. We've been to better japanese restaurants.

  • Pros: None
  • Cons: Variety sushi rolls, Price, Quality

The Details on Sakana Japanese Grill

Place Categories:

  • fresh smoked salmon sushi
  • great atmosphere
  • extremely knowledgeable wait staff
  • favorite sushi restaurant
  • cold sake
  • polite waitstaff
  • beautiful menu
  • amazing shrimp tempura
  • perfect wine
  • tasty sashimi
  • great bento boxes
  • great lunch specials
  • very good philidelphia rolls
  • fresh always
  • attentive waitress
  • great japanese food
  • full chef
  • polite managers
  • recommend sushi place
  • best sushi houses
  • impressive selection
  • recommend definite
  • excellent service
  • great unagi
  • attentive pu
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