Hidden Omakase

"Tucked away in a Galleria office building with a mock entrance mimicking a comic book store, Hidden Omakase showcases nigiri and other innovative dishes with seasonal ingredients prepared by its newest chef Marcos Juarez. The 18-person chef’s counter is an intimate and interactive experience; with just two seatings a night, reservations can be hard to secure but are well worth the effort ($225). When pressed for time, head to Norigami’s sister restaurant Sushi by Hidden in Rice Village. This speedy omakase restaurant delivers a lineup of 12 sushi dishes in 30 minutes for $60 for lunch and $75 for dinner." - Brittany Britto Garley

"Hidden Omakase is the only sushi restaurant in Texas to receive a Michelin recommendation during the inaugural Michelin Guide Ceremony in Texas." - Brittany Britto Garley

"Michelin also designated seven Houston restaurants as “recommended,” including Hidden Omakase." - Brittany Britto Garley

"Hidden Omakase is yet again shaking things up at one of Houston’s most exciting omakase experiences. The sushi restaurant announced that Chef Marcos Juarez, who joined the venture in late 2022, will lead the team as executive chef, and will oversee the restaurant’s menu. Hidden Omakase is part of an impressive group of omakase spots in town, and is known for inventive plates, like its bluefin tuna sashimi, which includes corn coconut curry, roasted corn, and candied jalapeño." - Kayla Stewart

"Dining at Hidden Omakase feels a lot like sitting through a timeshare pitch. Despite being an established restaurant, Hidden operates like a pop-up with an extended lease and a hefty price tag. Dinner starts at $175 per person, and the only drink available is water (people can BYOB or order booze from a delivery app). Like some kind of awkward conference orientation, every meal starts with an uncomfortable icebreaker where everyone shares what they’re celebrating, and sometimes there's a plug for gift cards mid-dinner. Despite the attempt at forced fun, the nigiri here just isn’t good. The rice is overly sweet and the thick slices of fish are too cold, difficult to eat in one bite, and curiously bland. However, the boat noodle soup served at the end is excellent—it has just the right amount of funky spice. And if any of the evening’s a la carte options include the spicy duck laab hand roll, order it. But if you are more into sushi than showmanship, try one of the other around town instead. " - Chelsea Thomas