05/04/09

Avoid Nippon-Service Stinks

by stuckinclass

Nippon had the worst service ever of any restaurant I have ever been to. I have never been waived off by a waitress and been told I will not come serve you when I have been waiting 15 minutes. It took 30 minutes just to get water. The only thing I had to eat was leftover food from friends who had to wait over an hour just to get their food and some orders were even forgotten. If you like to wait long periods of time and maybe even being ignored by your server, then this is the place for you

• Cons: Service, Wait time

02/09/09

Great Find!

by sarahpioquinto

One of my favorite sushi places to go to in Houston thus far. Fresh fish, good food, and the prices are pretty reasonable. I'm also a fan of their creative specialty rolls!

• Pros: Good food, fresh fish, fairly quick service
• Cons: Small parking lot so be prepared to park in the neighborhood across the street

02/08/09

The best authentic sushi in town!

by aridnepenthe

The perfect place to enjoy a traditional Japanese meal! This little gem is conveniently located near the Museum District, so it is the perfect spot to grab bite. My boyfriend and I go to Nippon at least twice a month. The menu is comprised of various Japanese staples such as tempura, udon, teriyaki, sashimi rolls, hand rolls and of course, sushi rolls. Beverages include soft drinks, Japanese ramune soda, green tea, as well and Japanese beer and a selection of wines. Nippon's seafood is extremely fresh. I have gone there many times in the last five years and I have never been disappointed. My favorite selections include the special Naoki roll (a Nippon exclusive), the Shaggy Dog roll and the Dragon roll. Nippon also has a Japanese menu with distinct items that are the epitome authentic Japanese cuisine. As far as the service, the waitstaff is extremely courteous and helpful. They do not disturb you while you are eating because it is considered rude in Japanese culture, so you need to call them if you need something. Overall, this restaurant is an excellent place to enjoy authentic Japanese cuisine.

• Pros: Excellent service and cuisine
• Cons: Limited Parking

01/19/09

good sushi-good sake

by wolfden

Took the wife here before a saturday night at the symphony. Parking was tough to find as the lot is really small. Restaurant was full and got seated at the sushi bar. Ordered dragon roll (spicy tuna roll with avocado and salmon on outside) thought the presentation and taste were awesome, Also ordered spicy tuna roll and several pieces of salmon and they were all great as well. Tuna and sushi pieces weren't overly spicy like everything at downtown Az*ma. Wife had chicken teriyaki which was a little tough but overall pretty good. Had a wrong charge on the check but it was corrected at the register with no trouble. All in all a very pleasant meal to start the night off.

• Pros: Food was good service was quick
• Cons: Parking was pretty bad

12/18/08

Best Sushi Ever

by Badger5678

I have been in Houston for a very short period of time and I have been to Nippon three times. I absolutely love the place. It's got great food, good prices for sushi, and great friendly service. I am definitely going to continue my dining experience at Nippon with friends and family when they visit. I hope everybody has the opportunity to visit this wonderful family owned restaurant and experience a little japanese culture in the Houston area.

• Pros: Everything was great
• Cons: Parking maybe a little hard to find.

12/02/08

Closed Mondays

by kevin1000

This is my favorite sushi bar inside the loop. I've been to more expensive and modern looking sushi bars but they cannot compete with Nippon. Nippon is family owned and operated. When I go to Nippon I feel like I am entering their house. The chef's are always friendly and the food is always delicious.

They are not closed on Mondays but they are open Tuesdays - Sunday.

• Pros: Outdoor seating, wonderful sushi, great service
• Cons: LIttle parking so get there before 7:00 PM

11/05/08

great food, but was closed

by rubiesandsprites

I have been here for dinner and the noodles were delicious; no other places serve udon and ramen like Nippon does.

However, a friend and i went around 6.45-7pm on November 3, 2008 and Nippon was indeed closed. We were definitely disappointed but I am more curious as to how the previous two reviewers obtained entrance....

are they only open during lunchtime now??

• Pros: great udon and ramen noodles!
• Cons: parking

11/03/08

Best sushi, awesome staff

by msbeautiful

This restaurant has the freshest fish! I absolutely LOVE this restaurant. The staff is awesome and the service is prompt. VERY elegant atmosphere with pretty good pricing....

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

• Pros: EVERYTHING
• Cons: nothing

10/28/08

Great Sushi; Quick Service

by awp

I'm not sure what the previous reviewer was referring to because we were just at Nippon on October 26, 2008 and they were indeed open - even at 2:30 PM. They have great lunch specials and bento boxes but we ordered a la carte sushi. It was fresh and tasty and the service was extremely quick. It was almost as if they knew what we were going to order and had it waiting for us. Will definitely return.

• Pros: Great sushi; quick service

10/27/08

When will it Re-open??

by Jim1948

I visited Nippon today, for the first time since Hurricane Ike.

The restaurant was closed and there was no sign of life.

I live in San Antonio TX and dine at Nippon every time I am in Houston.

Does anyone have information about Nippon. Did the restaurant go out of business or not re-open after "Ike"?

Please, Houstonians, let me know.

• Pros: Best in town.
• Cons: Small parking lot. No Street Parking on Montrose at that location.