Soto Houston

Creative, upscale Japanese cuisine. Artsy presentation. Premium quality sushi cut. Very thinly cut and plated; pricing is on the expensive end. Diverse menu, lots of interesting dishes. A good place to go for special occasions

We found a HUGE piece of EGG SHELL in the sea urchin noodle and they did NOTHING about it. Literally nothing about it! The waiter simply took away the egg shell with his bare hand and pretended nothing happened. We didn’t want to make a big scene of it, so we kept our mouth shut. I WILL NOT come back and I DO NOT RECOMMEND this restaurant to anyone.

We have been to Soto twice now and this is by far, is our favorite sushi restaurant when we want a little fancier date night out. Sashimi/nigiri is SO fresh and buttery. I highly recommend the Omakase; we've tried both the regular and premium sets, and you can't go wrong with either. You will definitely get surprisingly full by the end of the meal. The chocolate Fois Gras nigiri may sound interesting, but it is a must try - perfect matrimony of flavor :o Also, shout out to Dillon!!! He is always a delight to see and customer service is 5/5 stars. He is the absolute best.

Love sushi in Houston. Excellent choices. Leave all others behind and reserve a table at Soto today. Best sushi. Every bite an experience. Spectacular.

Had a dinner date with the wife at Soto Houston and let me tell you it DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Wife ordered the spicy edamame, wagyu dumplings and iberico short ribs and they were AMAZEBALLS! The head chef Dan asked me what I wanted and was pleasantly surprised when I wanted to get 1 nigiri each of their regular menu and he and his crew were more than happy to oblige serving me 2-3 heavenly bites at a time. I ended the night with the premium otoro which was a *chefskiss*. I would definitely go back and would like to try their omakase in the future.

Really incredible place in Houston for traditional style Sushi with a slightly creative twist. To be honest I still love the simple flavor of just a cut of fish on rice but the extra flavors were interesting and exciting to try. The inside of Soto is dimly lit which is one my favorite vibes for a restaurant and the interior design is rather minimal but fancy. Servers as well as Sushi chefs are thoughtful and fun.

What a great food experience. Beautiful food presentation. Very tasty. My favorite dish was the Wagyu risotto, melt. In your mouth rice and meat. Would recommend for date night vibes. Complementary valet, difficult to find street parking.

Quite literally the BEST restaurant I’ve ever eaten at in my life!!! The sushi quality was incredible, the presentation was amazing, the flavor profiles and combinations were immaculate, the chef was superb and so friendly, the waiter was also so kind, and so was the manager!! We went on a Monday night for my birthday dinner and wound up being the last table in the restaurant and chatted with all of the staff while we were eating our meal. We had an absolute blast outside of just eating the best food I’ve ever had. We had ordered the standard Omakase for $150 pp. It was the most amazing dining experience of my life. I will be dreaming about this meal. I also had a phenomenal craft sake pairing with my meal. The dishes were unlike any fish and garnish pairing. The toro was so delectable, it literally melted in my mouth. Every bite I took I found myself more and more amazing. Chef also made us the uni toast which I couldn’t believe the flavor was so sweet and delicious. If you don’t go to this restaurant you are doing yourself a disservice!!!

Me and my husband decided to go here for our wedding anniversary! And I'm so glad I picked this spot. With my recent interest in vegan and vegetarian sushi I checked Yelp for recommendations and found out Soto has their own vegetarian menu. I made a reservation for 6pm Saturday however I knew I'd be late so I gave them a call and they were super flexible said I can move my reservation to 6:30. When we arrived either you do self parking on a street or valet, it just seemed easier to do valet for us. We entered and were quickly seated. The second we entered I loved the ambiance! It was dim lit, intimate and service was amazing. We were given the menus and learned happy hour on the weekends ends at 6:30 and we got there 15 mins early so we quickly picked what we wanted. I was a bit sad to learn there were only two vegetarian options on the happy hour menu however I knew I needed to try both- Naspura Maki - eggplant King mushroom nigiri For the drinks we picked the daily cold sake. My husband ordered literally only off the happy hour menu since it was so cheap and they had so many options! Before the food even came out, we were given hot towels to wash our hands with! After reviewing the vegetarian menu and the regular drink menu, I decided to order the : Brussel sprouts Avacado Yum yum roll Nasupara roll Chilli Yasai I looked on their drink menu and didn't see any cocktails that peeked my interest- I like more carbonated fizzy drinks. I asked what suggestions they had and the waitress recommended a few things but I settled on a lychee martini, virgin since I don't like gin. My husband got a Japanese old fashion. One by one our food started coming out, they explained everything to use including what ingredients were in each dish when serving. Here's my review for each dish- Brussel sprouts- so crispy! Tangy, flavored so well, had garlic butter melted in your mouth. I don't typically like brussel sprouts but I had a feeling they knew how to flavor it so well it was delicious!!! Avacado - good, creamy because the avacado, wouldn't say very memorable but still flavored well!! Yum yum roll - I've never tried a sweet potatoe roll before this was my first time and it was good, for some reason I was expecting it to be cold but the sweet potato portion was warm! Nasupara roll - eggplant same thing, warmer than expected, also good! not my favorite since I don't like eggplant too much King mushroom nigiri - for someone who doesn't like mushroom the waitress recommended this one to give a chance and I was so glad I did, the mushroom was so flavorful, didnt taste bland, chewy in the perfect texture way. Really good for someone who doesn't like mushrooms Chilli Yasai - my favorite!!! So delicious, the presentation was beautiful, crispy on the top ( not even sure what it was topped with) but had chili and the chili was not overpowering with spicy, literally on the milder side which I loved! Flavored so well for vegetarian sushi. I was very surprised. Lycee martini- I normally order lycee sake at Japanese places but they seem overpoweringly sweet, this lycee virgin martini was different, you can tell it was all fresh! No syrup no fake flavoring. Japanese Old fashion - woah! I really don't like whiskey but tried a sip of my husbands old fashion, so GOOD! It was tasted cinnamony to me, kind of spicy in a way but didn't burn when going down, the whiskey was so smooth. I think had to be the best old fashion me and my husband have ever had. Very good! Cold sake- came in two shot glasses, tasted super smooth, we've never had sake that was so good. Honestly hits you in the face in 30 mins. Turns out it was really strong but did not taste like it at all. My husband did have multiple items I didn't review on here since I didn't try them but he thought every single one was delicious! Overall, we loved this place! The staff is so knowledgeable and the chefs are very talented. Highly recommend for anyone who loves sushi!!! Our bill came out to be around $150 but for the amount of food we ordered was a really decent price. Really recommend coming before 6:30- for happy hour, I think it might of saved us atleast $85-100. So so good!!!!

Soto is the best. I'm a regular for dinner, and certainly splurge. I'd love to be a regular for lunch, but If I pound Nigiri like I do at dinner time it would break the bank for a lunch meal. But ... They've added a great new lunch "Kaiseki Bento" that is like a Bento Box, but more. You get 4 pieces of sashimi, 2 premium Nigiri, Rock Shrimp and Shumai hot bites, a sushi roll, and two composed sashimi bites along with a salad and their awesome Miso Soup. I talked them into turning my sashimi pieces into nigiri as I prefer nigiri. Everything was awesome just like what Soto puts out every day, and the lunch was only $28 bucks. Seems like a bargain to me!! Now I'll visit more often for lunch.

Great happy hour! Great service and very nice ambiance! Highly recommend the chef's choice 5 piece nigiri! Each piece is dressed exquisitely. And every chef's choice is different unless you request the same thing.

Fun party vibes along with good quality fish. Open for lunch and the staff is super friendly and accommodating. Chef Andy has a great sense of humor and I would love to come back for dinner when the lights are dim and the music turns up. My date recommended the Brussels sprouts and they were amazing. Ask for the fresh fish of the day, you won't be disappointed :)

Soto is just an overall amazing experience, it's not one that you should dine and dash for but actually sit there and be present with your table and server. We were brought in because of their omakase and was not disappointed. We had nothing but time and we didn't even realize that 2+ hours had passed as we enjoyed each plate and display presented to us. Everything just MELTS in your mouth and was really beautifully done. The ambiance is dressy casual - you don't need a fancy dress or coat but definitely dress like it's your first date lol

When chef Andy said trust me the omakase is good ... then there's not much left to do but to enjoy the wonderful curated sushi. We had a wonderful meal and appreciate the great hospitality. We will be back for more in the near future.

Food is amazing. Service is Top Notch. Atmosphere is one of a kind. You cannot go wrong by eating here. Best sushi I have ever had. Chef Andy you created the standard of what sushi should be. Thank you for the experience.... If I could give it 10 stars I would!!!

My wife and her mom did the omakase for her mom's birthday, and it was the best omakase they have had, and the best overall dining experience my wife has had in a long time! Went for lunch on a Sunday, and the service was impeccable (they were also essentially the only customers at that time - lunch is a great time to go). Turns out the sushi chef, Andy, was the owner. He was *incredibly* nice and hospitable, explaining all the dishes to my mother-in-law in their shared native language, and interesting to converse with. The omakase was decadent, from fresh wasabi to caviar and the fattiest tuna and Japanese muskmelon... Both my wife and her mom enjoyed the experience immensely. Would definitely go back for omakase.

This place is now the bar that all sushi establishments are judged against for me. We've eaten here at least four or five times, and each time, the experience was perfect. Each member of the staff is pro-level in service, communication, and general awesomeness. The ambiance is very modern and clean. Sitting at the bar is a treat, watching the chef work his magic. Speaking of magic, the Omakase is worth every penny. We have had it every time we've been to Soto, and every time, we think there's no way we will be as impressed as we were the time prior, but they keep raising the bar each time. They know we've been in before, so the chef always does new things and challenges himself to be more and more creative. The quality of all the ingredients is impeccable. The tastes are delicate, varied, and nuanced. The melding of textures and flavors are like a symphony of delicious magic. Sometimes, the magic includes smells which alter the taste and heighten the experience. If anyone asks me what the best sushi in Houston is, I will always say, "Soto." It's not just amazing: it's an event you'll always remember for all the right reasons.

Amazing restaurant! I went here for the first time and was thoroughly impressed by the food, ambiance, and service. We ordered a handful of dishes and were impressed by all of them. We think the whole Aji fish, uni pasta, and Sea bass are the most memorable dishes here. The staff were amazing- our chef, Christopher, made us special sushi dishes and curated our meal. Additionally, our waiters, Alec and Will, were really hospitable and welcoming. Highly recommend- this is a must-try sushi spot in Houston!

Soto was a gem of a find for me and will become my go to sushi restaurant in Houston. I was in the midtown area and was advised by a friend to check it out so we got here at around 8:30 on a Wednesday. The parking lot is small and they do have valet but they work for tips so that wasn't too bad. We walked in, got seated immediately in the back corner (at my request). The restaurant had lambent lighting which was perfect and the atmosphere was just right. Our waiter came over and provided us with a vegan/vegetarian menu. We got several bites for the table such as the lightly Battered Served w/Tentsuyu and vegetable tempura as an appetizer, Chili Yasai and Kinoko Truffle for our rolls. Everything was fresh and came out relatively timely with the exception of the Chili Yasai. That took a while to come to the table. Everything was good, and the desserts topped it off for me. The passionfruit tart is a must have!!! I enjoyed the experience and our waiter was excellent. Shoutout to him for also pronouncing my last name right upon first try :)

Wow. Just wow. Absolutely stunning. I have to say this has to be one of the top dining experiences I've had in Houston...and I'm a native Houstonian. Big thanks to Zain R. for giving me this recommendation for a date night. Our reservation was for 7:30pm on a Saturday night. While other sushi restaurants inside the loop were completely booked weeks in advance, Soto surprisingly had an open schedule and this makes me think they fly under the radar, because this was surely a gem. I'm generally not a fan of valet parking but this place has complimentary valet that was quick and seamless. Given that it's right off Westheimer near the Montrose area, this is to be expected. I ordered us the regular omakase experience, which is 18 courses for $150 per person. They also have a premium omakase for $250 per person, but the regular was excellent for us omakase first-timers. Upon Zain's recommendation, we sat at the sushi bar, which was totally the right call. The chefs interacted with us and chatted it up as they prepared our courses. As we watched them prepare some of the dishes, we'd nosily ask what they were making and the chefs happily explained the dishes and even some background too. Shoutout to the head chef, Chef Moto, for being so cool and making our experience so great! And the chef di-rectly in front of us, Chef Ben, was really fun and being in his early 20's, mastered the art of sushi. The regular omakase featured a wide variety of dishes, from sushi to wagyu steak to tempura. Some of their signature dishes were included on this, like the salmon over fire, lobster tempura pops, and chocolate foie gras. My favorite of the omakase was the salmon over fire - basically raw salmon filets placed over a mini spit for cooking atop a plated fire! Super unique and a fabulous presentation, definitely went on my Instagram. In addition to the omakase, we ordered a few extra dishes off the menu - because it was a popular daily special, chef's recommendation, or we were tempted seeing it at a nearby table. Among these were the nodoguro nigiri, ikura guncan, and toro yukke. The ikura guncan is salmon roe topped with salmon - the salmon roe reminded me of popping boba. The toro yukke was a salmon tartare - very similar to French beef tartare, but salmon, and topped with an egg yolk. This one was the true winner of the night out of all the dishes I tried. The flavors were so complex and took my tastebuds through so many profiles - salty, savory, and hint of sweetness. Just wow. Our server Cindy was excellent from start to finish. She attended to us from the time we sat down, bringing us hot hand towels, to the time we left, constantly coming by and checking on us, refilling our wine and making sure we were content. She thoroughly explained every dish she brought out to us, and was knowledgeable about some of the dishes we saw at other tables and were curious to know more about. While refilling my water at one point, Cindy accidentally over poured, but was super apologetic for the mess and made it up to us with Japanese whiskey shots. With this kind of treat, I almost wished she spilled more water! For drinks, we ordered a bottle of Loveblock sauvignon blanc. While looking through the wine menu, we were conflicted between the Loveblock or the Duckhorn sauv blancs. Cindy offered to bring us a sample of each, which I totally did not expect. But it definitely helped us decide on the Loveblock, which was the lighter of the two and we thought would pair better with the sushi, which it totally did. Additional extra touches we totally did not expect. I indicated on the OpenTable reservation that we were here for a date night. After all of our courses? They brought out a cake birthday dessert for us - not sure if it had anything to do with the reservation, or if they were just being totally nice. The owner, Chef Andy, also came out to the counter later and chatted it up with us. He was super knowledgeable but humble - I never would've guessed he was the el jefe around here! After talking to us, he offered us another Japanese whiskey shot, which he took with us too. And upon my partner mentioning he likes gin, Chef Andy brought around a Japanese gin that he poured a sample of. Free shots - what a vibe! Again, just wow. This was over a week ago and we are both still left awestruck from this experience. I'm hooked on omakase now - knowing how great of an experience we had here at Soto, I just want to keep coming back since I know the menu changes, but also know that Houston has so much more to offer in the omakase world. It will be a tough call for next time whether we want to come back or branch out. But one thing I know for sure is that we'll be back sooner than later because their happy hour menu looks awesome. Thank you to Chefs Moto, Ben, and Andy for an unbeatable date night experience we are still talking about today!

We came out to celebrate a birthday in style. I had never been here, and she had never enjoyed an omakase before. In looking around, and listening to some friend's suggestion, Soto was the best bang for my buck at this price point. I had intended to reserve a bar seat, but apparently bungled that attempt. Even so, they were able to find us a corner spot to post up at the and watch the action. I am truly grateful for that, thank you! It really is a fun experience to see how the pro's make the magic work. The chef's are masters of their craft. I highly suggest the bar-side if you want a show with your meal. The experience is worth it. Parking is valet. Just do it, it's worth it. The vibe is light, and upscale. Definitely a go-to for dates, anniversaries and special things. The staff were very quick, snagging plates in between courses. We had a variety of folks delivering food and telling us about each dish. We selected the 18 course Omakase at $150/person. They do have a higher tier option; it has 5 more courses I believe. Our courses consisted of (excuse inaccuracies, hard to hear some items): - Shima Uni w/ Yuzu Foam - Thinly Sliced Flounder - Murotsu Oyster In Ponzu Sauce with Cucumber and Watermelon - Lobster Tempura w/ Sweet Mustard and Edible Flowers - Smoked Aburi Hamachi - Roasted Salmon Belly - Sea Bream - Golden Eye Snapper - Akami - Chutoro - Otoro - Yellowtail - Butterfish Brushed with Miso - Hotate Scallop - Scottish Salmon w/ House Made Potato Chips & Aioli - Beef Wagyu over clay cooking pot - Chocolate Fois Gras & 12 year aged Sake - Tomago Sponge Cake (Birthday) I could eat this every day and die blissfully ignorant of the rest of the world's cuisine. Unfortunately, I cannot afford to die that way and must continue to forage accordingly. We liked everything. Items we both melted for: Smoked Aburi Hamachi, Butterfish, Otoro, Scottish Salmon, and I finally got her to eat the Murotsu Oyster and she loved it. She was unable to partake in the dessert items on the menu, so the chef made an off the menu tamago sponge cake. We really enjoyed that. -The service is impeccable, the food was amazing, and the night was absolutely wonderful. Watching the food being prepared was a fun experience. I will be back, I highly recommend if you're a fan of sushi, omakase, and good food.

Food was fantastic! I frequent this place during the week as it always offers delicious options along with the nice dim lighting. It's great for date nights and has nice cocktails, lashes a good time.

Soto is such an amazing date night restaurant. If you enjoy Kata Robatta do not sleep on Soto. The food is delicious and plated in an equally appealing way. The drinks were good as well, not in the same category as the food but not bad for price and taste. The service was great, nothing came out slow or delayed. You can tell there is good management based on the flow of the restaurant from the moment you walk in the doors. The overall cost was not as high as my husband and I had anticipated which was a pleasant bonus. We will definitely return here for another date night experience.

I used to say I don't like sushi. What I should have been saying was... I haven't had the right sushi blow me away! I am officially a sushi convert. The restaurant itself was not overwhelming. Quiet, chic, balanced space in a nonsuspecting building on Westheimer. It has its own parking lot, that was a plus. When we arrived for lunch we were led to the bar. Food, I'm going to do the best I can to describe but honestly we just point and called out different dishes that sounded good and went through at least 15 different dishes. Everything was spectacular!! From the crispy rice with the mash on top to the fried tempura shrimp that popped in your mouth! Gosh, I'm drooling thinking about it. We watched the chef make every single item with care and it was very interesting. The fish was fresh, the flavors were popping... the only downside was the dishes came out very slow. Took over an hour to dine, but I see why... we bolused the chef with orders and he made each one meticulously in front of our eyes! You really can't go wrong with any of the selection, I hate that I can't describe further but we ate in cloud nine. Check out my photos for descriptions! I will be back! At a point I put my phone up, stopped taking pictures and just enjoyed my meal. Yummy!

Top notch, 10/10! Soto is truly an exceptional experience. I was so caught up in how delicious everything was, I didn't manage to snap a photo of all the incredible dishes. This review includes photos from a couple different visits (trust me... you'll go back more than once!). We spoke with our server and shared our sushi likes/dislikes. They crafted a series of recommendations for us and hit it out of the park each time. We also selected a few items that caught our interest. Drinks are divine, service is impeccable, and the sushi quality is superb. Would highly recommend to anyone who enjoys a sushi fine dining experience. Looking forward to visiting again!

Tried this place for the first time and I really enjoyed it. The ambience inside was very nice. Our waitress was Michelle. She was very good and friendly. The food was excellent. My favorite item was the spicy toro gunken. It was so good. Will definitely come back

Ordered the Omakase to celebrate a birthday and it was absolutely devine. This was our third time to the restaurant and it's safe to say we love Soto.

I happen to be around and came here to dine myself. It was absolutely perfect! Every plate had a different taste and they started your sushi with refreshing ones to the more stronger flavors. I got the premium omakase and it consisted of 18 courses that made me super full but just wanted more! Everything was just super fresh and the dessert was a foie gras chocolate ~ super good pairing and their cocktails are on point ! The service is a little on the slower end to let you enjoy your food and the hosts were really nice so that really made up for it. They sat you down and ask if you had any dietary restrictions and moved on their way to create lovely dishes! Inside the venue is nice with gorgeous chic decor and I sat at the bar for a nice experience and I love how I can see the chef do their magic! i would definitely come back again ~

What a FUN experience!! The top chef was so fun and nice! Loved how he explained everything to us and gives us that private chef experience. I love the truffle risotto it was so yummmm! All the sushi was delicious and melted in my mouth. I was pleasantly surprised about the mochi oreo ice cream because i'm not a fan but it was yummy! I also really liked that they ask you about any food sensitives and then recommend things based on that . All the staff were very helpful and kind . I sat with a date at the sushi bar and would definitely recommend! I will say the ambiance isn't amazing but the food makes up for it .

Excellent omakase- we went with our family last night and it was very good and had fantastic service. The first bite was amazing and so was the last bite. I love toro so the tuna plate was awesome and tempura crab. It's pricey but honestly as good as some of the places we had in Tokyo and nyc. Highly recommend!

Went to Soto for lunch on a Friday afternoon and had a great experience. The host and waiter were very friendly and attentive. The lunch specials are a great deal. Ordered the sushi sampler special with chef's choice of 5 nigiri and the Alaskan roll. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Will definitely be going back soon!

Amazing Sushi! My friends and I came here for dinner to celebrate my birthday and we had such a great experience! The restaurant is dim-lit and intimate; many are wearing smart casual/business casual. Let your server take the lead. My gfs and I started with ordering some items on our own, which were good. However, once we started asking our server what she'd recommend based off what we like, she put in orders for the most amazing dishes. Several of these dishes typically only came with the omakase or were off-menu, so make sure to ask. Many of the dishes were new and innovative; the presentation was beautiful and the taste was just as good. Eating the food was an experience in itself. Our favorites had to be 1. Truffle Risotto 2. The Oyster/ Uni/ tobiko/ gold leaf dish served over ice 3. Chocolate Foie Gras. We did come for the Uni Pasta, but it was a little bit of a let-down since the Uni was indistinguishable. Our server was undoubtedly amazing. Everything she recommended hit the spot, she was also charming and quite friendly. I believe it was one of the owners that kept sending us shots throughout the night as well. She was hilarious and made us feel very welcome.

Got the $150/pp omakase for the girlfriend's birthday. We got seated at the bar and let the chefs take it from there. ==Food== I'm not the best person to evaluate sushi, but overall I felt there was a variety of seafood, in various preparations. The lobster tempera was very very good, if you can order this a la carte, do it! There's a little bit of flair, like the strips of salmon cooking over fiery coffee beans (you can smell the espresso!). There's the 3 kinds of tuna, from leaner to more fatty. There's mackerel, uni, shaved truffle, wagyu, and a chocolate fois gras dessert. It's not going to be a traditional sushi omakase but it's definitely a culinary journey, alternating between creative, fusion, flavor, nostalgia, luxury. The chefs took some time to engage us, but not too much, they also said happy birthday. The servers were okay, I think a few of our conversations were interrupted as they wanted to set the food down immediately. One note, apparently there was a party at 8pm that booked the bar. Fortunately my reservation was for 6pm but it didn't sit well with me knowing there'd be a time cap and that I was informed right as I checked in rather than earlier in advance. At least they offered to move us to the main dining room if needed. By the way, main dining room has high ceilings and a nice ambiance when the sun dips down and the dying sunlight pours through the large windows! Parking is limited, there is valet, but there's also free parking in street behind the restaurant in the neighborhood. I'd say the omakase was worth it; lots of premium ingredients at a palatable price-point!

Ambiance was very luxurious. Dark and not loud music made it perfect for a date night. Service was top-notch. Honestly, it's the best service I've had in a long time. More impressive was their quality of omakase. It was worth every penny considering the quality of fish, meat, and meal in general. It is 18 courses! Flavors were complex and well harmonized. That being said, I personally felt greased out toward the end because all these high-quality fish and wagyu were very fatty, but I hear that's what omakase is all about - expensive stuff, lol. I would 100% recommend to others and come back myself to try their other dishes.

My new favorite sushi spot in town ! The quality and flavors are next level! Food: I can't wait to come back and try more ! We mostly ordered sushi from their regular menu and their extra menu. All 9f their sushi selection was extremely fresh and flavorful- not overpowered by any of the toppings but working together with everything each piece came with. The chef is clearly very knowledgeable and great at his craft Seating: There's bar seating, table, and booth seating. We opted for the bar and loved being able to talk to the chef. Unfortunately for us, we found the bar stools to be a bit uncomfortable. They weren't really the right height for the bar. This may be a personal preference but the discomfort for me was quite noticeable. This is the main reason for less than 5 stars. Parking: They have a very small lot and it seems to be only valet parking. Overall we had a great experience and can't wait to come back to explore more of the menu.

Better than uchi hands down!! Food was all super fresh and tasted fantastic! Will definitely be coming back !

We were lucky enough to miss our layover back to Nj last Monday night. We wound up coming to Soto around 930 and hoped they would take us, they did! We have visited their location in Austin and we were blown away. We opted for the omakase and at the end let the chef run away with it a bit for our extras. They had some incredible cuts and just like we remembered they are innovative with a lot of their dishes. We have done a ton of omakase spots but nothing really compares to Soto. The vibe is really cool here, the chefs are awesome, and the waiters are on top of things and very knowledgeable. Our misfortune of missing our layover wound up being a really awesome night. They stayed open a bit later than they usually would just to accommodate our dinner, and we truly appreciate it. I highly highly highly recommend coming here. I can't wait to get back to really dig in on some other menu items!! Keep up the amazing work Soto!!

I can't even count the number of times we've dined at Soto. It is our favorite sushi spot in Houston and we love to sit at the sushi bar. You're in for a treat if Chef Andy is in town. The quality of the fish is unmatched and we have brought several people here who now are spoiled by Soto's quality and don't want to go back to their casual sushi spots anymore! They have a great lunch menu and an extensive dinner menu. We have done the $250 premium omakase numerous times and they always surprise us with new dishes. I can't say enough good things about the quality, service, and experience at Soto. Also, we recently did to-go for the first time and the food was just as great as if we had dined in.

Amazing! Really, one of the best meals of my life! I ordered the Premium Omakase! Absolutely worth it! Wow! So great!

This place has a really impressive happy hour menu! We ordered exclusively from the happy hour menu and were thoroughly pleased with the quality. The sushi tacos were so good we ordered another. I really liked the different pairings when it came to flavors like the fruit salsa on the sushi taco or the citrusy flavor of the madai. It's a different take on the traditional flavors. We also got the chefs special (5 piece nigiri sampler), tuna with truffles, chili hamachi, and green tea tiramisu. The tiramisu was decent as there was too much cream to cake ratio. I was a bit disappointed I could try any cooked dishes since their gas turned off when I went. Service was great. Our server consistently checked up on us and her recommendations were spot on!

We (group of 4) went for lunch to celebrate at Soto! We were greeted when we came in and escorted to a table right away. Here's some highlights! Chili Hamachi, really good! Able to taste the chili sauce which complimented the hamachi. Lobster Tempura, came as two pieces per order, felt like we didn't have enough! Truffle risotto with A5 wagyu, heavier dish. We were thankful the server suggested that we have it last after all the sushi we ate, gave a filling end to our meal. Chu Toro and Otoro delicious and melt in your mouth! The A5 wagyu nigiri was a little chewier but also so good! Housemade Potato chip, one of the many stars of the show, the textures all came together and was a delicious treat! Favorite of the dessert was the stout cheesecake. Cheesecake had a hint of coconut in it though if that's your thing. Green tea tiramisu was ok! Parking: we came for lunch so there were enough spaces for self parking! I hear it's complimentary valet for dinner service though. The servers and waitresses were really nice and gave us a description of each dish as it came out. Wish the sushi was a biiiiiiiiit bigger (like Kata Robata) but we will take what we can get. Thanks for having us!

I had a craving for sushi and saw that Soto had outstanding reviews. Not so spoiler alert: the food is EXCELLENT and the service is IMPECCABLE. Now that we have that out the way, let's get into the details. Parking: valet (cost is tips) There is both indoor and outdoor seating. It's gives a very intimate vibe but not in a way where you feel you have to be on a date. I sat at the sushi bar, so I recommed Soto for a date, meet up with friends, or solo! Michelle was my server but it was definitely a team effort. The service was great! Michelle gave the best recommendations! What I tried: *Chili hamachi--fresh and so delicious! *Chef's choice 5 pc nigiri--incredibly fresh, the different fish were like butter, it just melts in your mouth *Negi Hama Maki--delicious and fresh *Soto 2.0 (chef recommended)--filling. Tasty. It has Serrano pepper in it but not very spicy though very flavorful! *Housemade potato chip--a very unique spin on a chip *Daily cocktail (on the happy hour menu) was a mimosa. I could tell the orange juice was fresh. It was great! *House white wine (on the happy hour menu). At the time I'm writing this, they have a daily happy hour from 5-6:30pm. Seriously, I really enjoyed my dining experience. I can't think of an experience that has made me want to book a trip to origin on the cuisine I experienced. 10/10 or more appropriately, on Yelp 5 stars!

Very very very disappointed The sushi ingredients were really fresh But why you like put all sort of weird combinations sauce into it? Ruin the whole thing. The service was ok, the entire time, no one bothered to ask if I need some wasabi and soy sauce.... What they need to have they don't have it. What they shouldn't put in there, they put in everything. The vibe was ok, the chopsticks even has pricks on it, since it is a one time chopsticks.......

I came here on New Years Day hoping and, grateful they decided to open for lunch service. Service- top notch. There was only 4 total at the sushi bar and no one else in the place. Despite that, I was still impressed. I love having places to myself! Food- Uni Pasta, heaven. All of the best things you want in a dish. Great noodle texture, saucy, unami flavor, rich but not over powering, Uni bits. Food memory made. It comes with a small lunch salad, and nice flavored soup, but the pasta is the star of the show. Come for this pasta, stay to enjoy the rest of the mneu. Wonderful first meal of the year. Looking forward to enjoying more amazing food in 2023.

Came in for lunch on a Friday and was seated very quickly. I love the atmosphere in here, great for a first date or something intimate. The wagyu gyoza is delicious, we ordered assorted sashimi and split a roll and everything was super fresh. If you are looking for a unique, quality sushi roll or dish this is a great spot. Pricing is on the higher side but I do feel like it matches the quality, balance of meal, and level of experience from the chef.

We stopped by this location on Monday for late Father's Day and I can say this was an exceptional experience. The service was amazing and ambiance was nice. We sat at the sushi bar and had to try the omakase experience so the chefs picked everything. I couldn't even remember the names of the dishes but every dish was very unique. The Uni pasta is to die for! The most flavorful pasta I've ever had. We were grateful to have met the owner and get to know his history. We are excited to come back again the next time we're in Houston.

Such a cute place for dinner! My friends and I met here on a Saturday night, luckily in time for happy hour. We ordered a BUNCH of things to share: -chicken karaage -chicken wings -chef's choice nigiri -king mushroom nigiri -dragon roll -crunchy salmon roll -crispy sushi rice -a5 wagyu truffle risotto -passion fruit tart -oreo ice cream mochi Truly sooo much food, but for the most part, they were all good! I highly recommend their nigiri, truffle risotto, and oreo mochi (made in-house!!). Service is top-notch - staff is friendly, quick and most importantly, take care of their patrons. I can't wait to come back to try their omakase!

Weekday lunch. It was nice to see that they are open, it's usually so busy here for dinner or weekends. First little thing I noticed is paper menus, this just needs to be fixed. I understand that the availability of different fish changes each day, but get a menu holder or real menu. We order mainly from the sashimi plates here. Tried a bunch of different types, and honestly there were some hits and some misses. Kind of a mixed bag. But regardless of whether it was a good dish or not the presentation was fun and interesting. I though it helped the experience more than the taste, but food is just something for us to enjoy so why not have some fun with it. I'd say you have to visit Soto more than once just to find out what's good. Then come back and make sure you get the things that are worth your time (and money). Parking lot is small so prepare to valet on busy nights, and something I like to mention when it calls for... the bathrooms are nice.

Dined here for lunch about a month ago and I'm now just getting around to writing a review. I don't remember the names of the dishes and any specifics but everything we ordered was fresh and really good. The restaurant is nicely decorated with high ceilings. The service was a little slow but we were not in a rush. I highly recommend this restaurant and will definitely be back in the future.

Had the most amazing experience with Andy at the counter. Top quality sushi and even better service. Will be back for sure.

Went for my niece's birthday for lunch today. We had great time and enjoyed every single bits. Service was great! Chief Andy talked to us and took pictures with us. That was a memorable birthday celebration. We had premium omakase

Came for my birthday and it was the absolute best experience. I chose to do the premium omakase and I regret nothing! From the first course of a uni shooter to tuna that literally made me cry this meal was amazing. The entire staff was immaculate. The chef even got me a few rounds for my birthday! I was smiling the entire experience. Will definitely be back!

Ugh. What a disappointment. I absolutely love Soto and frequent the Austin location a lot. So when I was in Houston for business, I was excited to check out this location. Yet, it fell super short. I came with my team and we had a decent dinner. It wasn't nearly as accommodating as Austin; dishes that they normally do gluten and dairy free in ATX, here they said they could not. It was a bummer, but still a good dinner all around and decent service. I don't like the atmosphere nearly as much though--much colder and darker. Well, the next night I decided to spend my per-diem on another sushi dinner after my work was finished. I ordered takeout and asked to make sure everything was gluten and dairy free because I have an allergy. I went to pick it up and again asked to check it was all allergen-friendly and was told yes. So, I thought I was safe. After I got back to my hotel and began scarfing down some sush, a few bites into the rolls I started to feel sick. I had thought I tasted tempura (and normal taste different than gluten free variations), so I examined my rolls. Lo and behold, they were full of tempura still. So I spent a hefty sum of money just to get sick and throw it all up. It was awful and I still feel sick a day later. I tried reaching out to the restaurant but have yet to hear back. It is really disappointing when food allergies are not taken seriously by a restaurant of this par; luckily for me it is not life or death, but it could've been really bad for someone with a more severe allergy then me. I'll be sticking to the Austin location.

We went to Soto in Austin over a year ago and was on out top 5 omakase. We were on a trip back from Cabo and ended up getting stuck in Houston for the night dude to major delays. I remembered that Soto was also located in Houston, and luckily they were open a bit later vs bbq spots we originally wanted to go to. This experience was even better than our Austin experience; more because we had the entire sushi counter/restaurant to ourselves. We have been to over 100+ sushi restaurants including many Michelin and James beards. This is by far in our top 3 (if not our #1 choice). We wish there were locations closer because we would be regulars for sure.

My Favorite Place to Eat Sushi ! The service is top tier! The drinks are amazing! And the environment is laid back luxury! I always go alone because it's my happy place.!

Celebrated my wife and I's one year wedding anniversary here, happy to say we were extremely satisfied by the experience! Food: 5/5 all the nigiri and appetizers were amazingly fresh and tasty, I don't know if it's because I haven't had sushi in almost a year but this hit the spot. We got the premium omakase ($250 /person) and IMO totally worth the price tag! Chef Andy and team were all super nice and attentive, get a seat at the sushi bar if you can you won't be disappointed Service: 5/5 never had an empty water glass or sake cup, servers were all knowledgeable and attentive, definitely top class service! Ambiance: 5/5 you wouldn't know how classy this place was by looking at the surrounding area, but the decor is high class! I can see us being regulars here, thank you all for a great meal!

This by far one of my favorite sushi spots. It's a must go!! Service here is an amazing!!!