Aiko

Hands down, the BEST sushi experience in the South!! Starting with the staff: Jesus, Steven, AK, and Dung - super friendly and extremely knowledgeable of not just their menu, but sushi/food in general. They made our dinner that much more enjoyable. Onto the food...I can't articulate enough just how good everything was. Every dish was perfectly balanced, with no component overpowering your palate. Every dish recommended was a homerun! Definitely coming back here on my next trip to HTX.

I never leave reviews, but I feel like I had to for Aiko. Came for the omakase happy hour; left full and extremely satisfied. The $45 omakase is available from 5-6:30 pm everyday and was absolutely worth it. The sushi was creative, fresh, and delicious; especially the hand rolls. I highly recommend the hot sake, carpis, and saketini for drinks. Get the espresso mochi for dessert. The overall service and vibes were impeccable. They were happy to accommodate my no wasabi request as well. The chefs were interactive and genuinely wanted to know our feedback. I can tell they truly want to curate the best menu for their customers. Aiko is now a staple on my list for whenever I’m in Houston. I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone. If you make a reservation, request for the sushi bar! 100/10!

My husband and I had such a great experience. We went on a Saturday early evening (around 5:30pm) and sat at the sushi bar. Got to hang out with chef Jesse and Jesus, they were so friendly and really help our anniversary be special. Omakase ranges from $35 to $95, but they also have a substantial omakase HH menu as well as a la cart items. We liked coming earlier bc then our chefs were less busy and could chat with us. Our FAVORITE items were: Chutoro nigiri, kanpachi nigiri, maguro crudo, sake crudo, and uzuzukuri. We also had some amazing items from their daily menu. Would absolutely come again, just wish I had the budget to make it a frequent visit, easily can become $150-200 pp including drinks.

Aiko Sushi, where love meets culinary artistry! From the moment you step in, you're embraced by the essence of "loved one" or "love child," and it reflects in every bite. A harmonious blend of sushi finesse and creative hand rolls, Aiko emerges as a unique gem in Houston's sushi, dining scene. The diverse selection of nigiri, crudos, and sashimi is a symphony of flavors, showcasing the mastery of the culinary team lead by ambiance is a perfect balance of elegance and warmth, making it the ideal sit-down restaurant experience. Don't miss out on the happiness that is Aiko's happy hour! It's a delightful journey for your taste buds without breaking the bank. And oh, the Omakase menu – Houston's top 10, and rightly so! Each dish is a curated masterpiece, a testament to Aiko's commitment to culinary excellence. In a city with many dining options, Aiko Sushi stands out as a destination where passion for food and a love for guests come together. Highly recommend for a memorable dining experience! #AikoSushi #HoustonEats #OmakaseDelight

First time we were here, we were blown away so we decided to come back again the next month. Now I’ve probably been back about 7x. Every piece is curated to perfection. You won’t need a drop of soy sauce in your Omakase experience. There were other sushi restaurants that used to be our favorite but I want to say, Aiko has become our #1 sushi spot in Houston. Consistency, customer experience, quality/innovation in their menu is why Aiko stands above from other sushi restaurants in Houston. There hasn’t been a visit we didn’t feel treated like family here. From the manager, Joe, to the friendly sushi chefs behind the bar, everyone makes an effort to make your experience special. If you haven’t tried this place, please do, you’re missing out!

aiko is one of the best spots in houston for affordable omakase! they have a great happy hour menu that runs from 5-6:30. the hh omakase is $45 and includes edamame, two hand rolls, assorted nigiri pieces, and a refreshing crudo. aiko is from the team behind handies douzo and kokoro, offering similar menu items within a sit-down restaurant setting. i loved how they seasoned the rice. the fish was also high quality and so fresh! every bite was delicious! we left feeling satisfied without being overly full. what we got: ⋆ 5 pc nigiri ⋆ oyster shooters (a la carte) ⋆ maguro crudo ⋆ bluefin tuna handroll ⋆ kani (crab) handroll ⋆ edamame ⋆ vanilla chip and green tea mochi ig: @whatsviveating

My husband and I had such a great experience. We went on a Saturday early evening (around 5:30pm) and sat at the sushi bar. Got to hang out with chef Jesse and Jesus, they were so friendly and really help our anniversary be special. Omakase ranges from $35 to $95, but they also have a substantial omakase HH menu as well as a la cart items. We liked coming earlier bc then our chefs were less busy and could chat with us. Our FAVORITE items were: Chutoro nigiri, kanpachi nigiri, maguro crudo, sake crudo, and uzuzukuri. We also had some amazing items from their daily menu. Would absolutely come again, just wish I had the budget to make it a frequent visit, easily can become $150-200 pp including drinks.

Hands down, the BEST sushi experience in the South!! Starting with the staff: Jesus, Steven, AK, and Dung - super friendly and extremely knowledgeable of not just their menu, but sushi/food in general. They made our dinner that much more enjoyable. Onto the food...I can't articulate enough just how good everything was. Every dish was perfectly balanced, with no component overpowering your palate. Every dish recommended was a homerun! Definitely coming back here on my next trip to HTX.