Uptown Sushi

The Scene – Aquatic accents like jellyfish-inspired lighting and a stunning mother of pearl sushi bar add to the sleek, modern décor. A pulsing club soundtrack sets the tone for the trendy, upscale crowd. Consider the curious seating a yin and yang thing--soft, high-backed suede benches offset by unyielding plastic chairs. – – The Food – Start with the highly addictive rib-eye beef rolls, thin slices of tender beef wrapped around avocados and sweet Japanese yams. East meets Gulf Coast with the egg roll prawns--shrimp battered in crushed fortune cookies with a…

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Know Before You Go:: Things really start to heat up later in the evening, so if you're looking for a trendy scene, plan to hang out in the bar area and enjoy a cocktail or two before dinner. Reservations are only accepted until 7pm.
Look Good:: If your date's going well, head over to the nearby upscale nightlife spot, The Belvedere.

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ambiance	100.0% positive	“Really clean & romantic decor” “The atmosphere is trendy and nice, I want to go back for evening cocktails sometime at the pretty bar.” “have to say that i love the decor--very uptown and trendy.” “love a hip sushi atmosphere but i couldn't even have a conversation with my date the noise level was so high.” “The atmosphere is awesome and the food is great.” “And why not with the beautiful decor (imagine crisp white curtains and clean glass with dim lighting) - and of course the aforementioned great sushi and drinks.” “The decor is fantastic as is the food.” “Don't get me wrong: the ambiance is nice, the decor is modern, and the staff is attentive.” “have always been a fan of this restaurant as I liked the decor and food and service were always good.”
drinks	64.80999946594238% positive	“The service at the bar was good and the music was fair; however, we just stayed for one drink.” “And why not with the beautiful decor (imagine crisp white curtains and clean glass with dim lighting) - and of course the aforementioned great sushi and drinks.” “Twice now at this restaurant I've had poor service - drinks not being refilled; slow, slow service, forgotten items.” “Service was lacking, cocktails were yummy but weak, and prices are a bit over the top.” “The fish and cocktails are wonderful but they come with a large price tag.” “The atmosphere is trendy and nice, I want to go back for evening cocktails sometime at the pretty bar.” “And if all the food and drinks aren't good enough - the service was impeccable.” “drinks took forever to get to the table and our unagi was cold.” “:) For your cocktail - you have many sakes to choose from, the regular cocktails, but what you really must see is their long list of unique martinis!”
food quality	88.88999938964844% positive	“The sushi is fresh but way too overpriced.” “The fish and cocktails are wonderful but they come with a large price tag.” “The service needs work but the sushi is good” “Fresh sushi, good martinis” “love a hip sushi atmosphere but i couldn't even have a conversation with my date the noise level was so high.” “The vegetables are as fresh as the fish, & the light flavors are perfectly & delicately balanced in everything form the miso soup to the salad & any roll you order.” “Fantastic sushi with a big price tag!” “And why not with the beautiful decor (imagine crisp white curtains and clean glass with dim lighting) - and of course the aforementioned great sushi and drinks.” “While they offer a great variety of sushi that always tastes fresh, it is not worth the experience as a whole.” “The decor is fantastic as is the food.” “The sushi was really tasty, which did save the trip, but this is definitely NOT a place to go if you are on a budget.” “And if all the food and drinks aren't good enough - the service was impeccable.” “The rib eye beef rolls are still excellent, but I can't help but wondering if they will be smaller the next time I go there.” “felt like I wasn't even in Houston (which is a good thing) The sushi was fresh and flavorful and the speciality rolls were unbelievable.” “have always been a fan of this restaurant as I liked the decor and food and service were always good.” “The food was good so it somewhat salvaged our visits.” “was embarassed and hungry when we left (but didn't want to waste anymore money on gross sushi).” “Drinks are stiff, food was good and service is good.” “Service was lacking, cocktails were yummy but weak, and prices are a bit over the top.” “So we left and drove to Sushi King where we had a really good meal.” “These are THE BEST sushi rols I've ever had.” “This is the best sushi I have had anywhere!” “used to live across the street and eat here multiple times a week, didn't even mind the prices because the sushi was so good.” “The atmosphere is awesome and the food is great.”
menu variety	100.0% positive	“While they offer a great variety of sushi that always tastes fresh, it is not worth the experience as a whole.”
overall	50.0% positive	“And not to mention, the "good scenery" - this place attracts the pretty people!” “It's also not a good place if you have more than 4 people in your party because their aren't very many tables, and most of them seemed to be for 2 people.”
return potential	100.0% positive	“The atmosphere is trendy and nice, I want to go back for evening cocktails sometime at the pretty bar.”
service	61.76000118255615% positive	“And not to mention, the "good scenery" - this place attracts the pretty people!” “The service at the bar was good and the music was fair; however, we just stayed for one drink.” “Worst service ever!” “have always been a fan of this restaurant as I liked the decor and food and service were always good.” “The waiter did not bother to check on us.” “The service needs work but the sushi is good” “Don't get me wrong: the ambiance is nice, the decor is modern, and the staff is attentive.” “I'm not sure what happened when blanch_69 was there, but my server was friendly & timely.” “the service is not so great at their peak hours.” “Drinks are stiff, food was good and service is good.” “It's also not a good place if you have more than 4 people in your party because their aren't very many tables, and most of them seemed to be for 2 people.” “When I pointed this out they got all defensive and the manager was pretty rude with his excuses (note - not apologies).” “Nice people watching” “Twice now at this restaurant I've had poor service - drinks not being refilled; slow, slow service, forgotten items.” “Resutaurant is very nice but service is horrible.” “And if all the food and drinks aren't good enough - the service was impeccable.” “Ambience is first class and our waiter was very good and very fast!”
value	66.66999816894531% positive	“used to live across the street and eat here multiple times a week, didn't even mind the prices because the sushi was so good.” “While they offer a great variety of sushi that always tastes fresh, it is not worth the experience as a whole.” “When the overpriced rolls finally came out I was dissappointed and embarassed to see that they were small, poorly rolled, and did not have any fancy toppings or sauces (these were the 12-15 dollar rolls too).” “The fish and cocktails are wonderful but they come with a large price tag.” “Service was lacking, cocktails were yummy but weak, and prices are a bit over the top.” “It has such an elegant interior that makes you feel like you're dining fine, but the prices wont bust your budget.” “The sushi is fresh but way too overpriced.” “Fantastic sushi with a big price tag!” “was embarassed and hungry when we left (but didn't want to waste anymore money on gross sushi).”
wait time	50.0% positive	“:) For your cocktail - you have many sakes to choose from, the regular cocktails, but what you really must see is their long list of unique martinis!” “Twice now at this restaurant I've had poor service - drinks not being refilled; slow, slow service, forgotten items.”

05/12/12

Snoody Sushi?

by rockcandy

Where to start.

Uptown is definitely beautiful, fun for a lunch or dinner, but it is not a comfortable, friendly, restaurant. Although it is high end, my service lately has not been up to par with other nice sushi restaurants, mainly Katsuya and 400 Sage.

They have a good sunomono, but I was not taken away.

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05/01/12

Best Service, Sushi, and drinks!

by cpalomares

I never write reviews, but I just had to!

Uptown Sushi is my fave place to eat, and I go there at least 2x's\month. Waiters are so nice and always willing to recommend something great. Food is amazing. I recommend:

Appetizer: Kobe Beef Hot Rock or the Teriyaki Rib-Eye Maki

Sushi Roll: all of them are amazing, really.

Also, their edamame is always perfect here.

Drinks: Lychee martinis are amazing or they always have a great wine selection if that's your preference.

Overall perfect place for all occasions, very classy and swanky. Love!!

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05/01/12

Houston's BEST sushi!!!

by RocioG

The ambience is perfect!! Uptown sushi always has fresh top quality sushi. The food is consistent and great!!! The staff is very knowledgeable about the menu and can help recommend a roll. The rolls are even artistically presented. I highly recommend the Teriyaki Rib-Eye Maki for an appetizer!!! I get it everytime. It just melts in your mouth! I recently tried the Lobster and Shrimp Rolls which are perfect. Fellas it is a great date spot to take your wonderful lady!! Ladies great spot for girls nights out!! You won't be disappointed, in fact you will be BLOWN away with the great service and satisfying rolls!!!

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04/20/12

Excellent food, great service nice atmosphere

by HappyTravels

Although the bar scene here has changed remarkably over the years, the food has remained consistent. The sushi is always fresh, the rolls are delish and the Lychee martini's are the best in the city. We love uptown sushi!

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04/23/11

Changes here and definitely for the good

by SamGirlHouston

Though I read varying reports of the restaurant & had my guard up, it was quickly dropped from the first encounter inside the door. Very friendly staff in a non-obtrusive manner. Great decor. The sushi was excellent as was the sake (so much to choose from). The manager (very nice) stopped by our table to see how everything was, and not in the usual looking-over-your-shoulder for the next table on his "to do list," but genuinely focused on us. For the price ($$), it had a great atmosphere and everyone was so down to earth. I don't care what cars were in the parking lot, this place is for everyone & worth the money!

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05/12/12

Snoody Sushi?

by rockcandy

05/01/12

Best Service, Sushi, and drinks!

by cpalomares

05/01/12

Houston's BEST sushi!!!

by RocioG

04/20/12

Excellent food, great service nice atmosphere

by HappyTravels

04/23/11

Changes here and definitely for the good

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