Tins

Came for food, left with laughter and memories. This was my first time trying TINS as I frequently drive in the area, I didn’t realize where TINS was located. Surprisingly , it was a slow night for Chef Sky so my friends and I kept him company until closing. Unlimited sake? Unheard of at an Omakase. The perfect pairing is sushi & Sake, what more do you need? From start to finish, Chef Sky is passionate about his craft and his ideas are innovative. Not only does the menu speak for itself, but chef Sky alone put love and passion into TINS and it shows! Don’t forget to ask him about karaoke too 🤫

My husband and I came here to experience our first omakase for our joint birthday celebration and as dramatic as it sounds, it was life changing. To be served a pre-determined menu and have no clue what was coming next was already exciting, but we were completely taken by surprise with the level of flavors and quality of fish/eel/etc that we were served. On top of that, Sky and his sous chef were so fun to talk to and get to know. It felt like we were being hosted in someone’s home while eating amazing, upscale quality food. This is definitely a place I want to bring friends and family family members to again in the future!

I just want to say I am not a huge raw food Phan but going to Tins has changed my whole perspective. I have never had anything so fresh before where I can individually taste each ingredient the Chef used. Not only the food was good but what can beat unlimited sake. I highly recommend going around 8 PM because that’s where the real party starts because they have karaoke. I will be back most definitely soon.

There’s nothing like this Omakase in all of Houston, believe me, I’ve been to alot. “This Is Not Sushi (Tins)” definitely stands on its name serving a creative, authentic, and Malaysian twist to all the cuisine! It was nice to step out of the original to something uniquely crafted. And the service was impeccable. The chef chatted with us the entire dinner making the dinner and service that more delightful. Definitely coming back.

My fiancé made a reservation for my birthday as a surprise and it was amazing! Chef Sky, is so creative and talented. You can tell how passionate he is about his craft. This is not just a restaurant, it is an experience. The food was incredible and I had no complaints about anything he prepared. I would 100% recommend it to friends and family. We will be coming back for sure!

This was one of the best omakase experiences I've had in Houston. The sake was indeed bottomless and the vibes were great! Chef Sky and Matthew really made our dinner inviting and fun. The diversity of the food was truly chef's kiss. Highly recommend this restaurant! We went for the 6pm dinner, but if you go to the 8pm timeslot there's karaoke and byob after dinner.

TINS was an unforgettable experience! Chef Matthew and Chef Sky were incredible hosts, very personable, and knew exactly what they were doing in terms of food and service. They said they were from NY and opened a restaurant in Houston for more opportunity, so it made so much sense why the quality of food and service was top tier! 14 memorable courses, unlimited sake (they don't play around), karaoke, and games?? Amazing team. I highly recommend TINS if you're looking for a fun, delicious, and welcoming omakase experience!

This place was awesome. My friends and I came for a small private party and we danced, did karaoke, had BYOB drinks to have exactly what we like and the service and food were out of this world. The fish was so fresh and each piece was so different than the last. We did 14 glorious courses and enjoyed every bit. The style of the space is different than what I’m used to because I usually dress up for omakase, but the vibe of this place is very casual, relax with friends vibes. I loved that! I recommend this for a cute friend get together. Not for anyone vegetarian and Uber is best as there isn’t a lot of parking.

Chef Sky is a breath of fresh air in the Houston sushi scene. He is authentic, genuine, and true to himself. While it feels like others around him making omakase are trying new things for the sake of being creative, Chef Sky's creative twists on "Not Sushi" dishes really works and has a lot of thought behind them. Examples like pork floss on escolar or lao gan ma on eel are not replicated anywhere else in the world. But while creative and an homage to his childhood and culture, these garnishes really do work and are balanced with the fish. We definitely hope to be back soon. Oh did I mention it's unlimited sake?

Tins is an omakase and reservation only restaurant that serves innovative and fun appetizers and sushi. Chef Sky is the main guy and he was the only one working the night we visited. Sake flows freely here and is generously refilled and included with the meal price. We had an amazing time just chatting with Chef Sky and the only other couple that was dining during our reservation (only 4 total during our seating). The service from the one man team is seamless and Chef Sky made us all feel welcome and served as a catalyst for conversation and time just disappeared until diners from the next seating started flowing in. We had a wonderful time getting to know him and getting to talk all things food with him, from the struggles of opening a restaurant to where he enjoys eating on his days off. While Tins offers a very nice and high end meal, Chef Sky creates an environment where guests can relax and hang out for the duration of their reservation, so do not expect white linen, posh fine dining here. The list of courses we received in order were: 1. Japanese Sea Bream (Madai) with Jalapeno Sauce 2. Hickory Smoked Sichimi Salmon 3. Scallop (Hotate) with Truffle Sauce 4. Laksa (Curry noodle soup) 5. Lean Bluefin Tuna (Akami) with Mango Salsa 6. Amberjack (Kanpachi) with Truffle Oil 7. Seared New Zealand King Salmon 8. Santa Barbara Uni and Ikura Shooter 9. Korean Flounder (Hirame) with Pepper Sauce 10. Seared Escolar with Pork Floss 11. Fatty Bluefin Tuna (Toro) with Creamy Cilantro Sauce and Kizami Wasabi 12. Yellowtail (Hamachi) with Garlic Soy Sauce 13. Broiled Eel (Unagi) with Lao Gan Ma 14. Matcha Red Bean Cake Tins playfully stands for "This is not sushi" and Chef Sky explains that his omakase course is not traditional sushi and is not served with wasabi and ginger. I enjoyed every course with courses 2, 5, 6, and 10 being particular highlights. That being said, I am unsure if I would return for the food alone as I found some of the toppings to overpower the fish and rice and I am more of a fan of traditional edomae style sushi. The fish that Chef Sky sources in undoubtably high quality. The tuna, amberjack, and yellowtail were some of the best I have had in Houston. The rice is well cooked and well seasoned too. To my own taste, it is a bit of a shame that high quality and masterfully prepared ingredients are masked by creamy cilantro sauce or mango salsa. Chef Sky is an honest guy, creative mind, excellent conversationalist, and great story teller. Taking part in his omakase course, diners get a glimpse into his story. We sampled dishes inspired by where he grew up, where he learned to cook, where he opened his first restaurant, and where he is now. We had a great time and may return to hang out with Chef Sky in the future and look forward to where his creativity takes his "not sushi" omakase course.

WOW, consider me incredibly impressed by this sushi omakase. My boyfriend and I came here for our 3 year anniversary and it was one of the best experiences we've had with fine dining. The appetizers were my favorite and each piece overall tasted amazing. Every dish was clearly well thought out and you can tell the chef took time with each ingredient. Chef Sky was so attentive and it was like he could read my mind whenever I was getting a little impatient haha. Both Chef Sky and Matthew were so great and welcoming. Matthew let me use his light for pictures, which I was so grateful for. I took a picture of each course and will put in the caption what I remember for the name of each dish. One of my absolute favorites that blew my mind was the uni shooter. Normally, I cannot take oyster shooters or uni shooters, but this one melted in my mouth and tasted SO good. Lastly, we ended the night with karaoke that included Chef Sky and Matthew joining in, which was super fun!!! I wanted to take my little brother and his girlfriend here, but unfortunately we were hit with the storm. Nevertheless, Tins is the first place I will keep in mind for special events--the karaoke makes this establishment top notch on top of all the amazing tasting fresh fish dishes. We will be seeing Chef Sky and Adam very soon!!

Reserve a spot now! I have to say I was skeptical when we arrived at TINS. It is in a small strip of businesses behind tinted doors. But when you step inside, you are transported into a well appointed, intimate dining scene. My husband and I love sushi and we were not disappointed. The team is outstanding and made for a lively evening with delicious and thoughtfully prepared bites of the freshest fish. I hope we are still able to get a reservation here the next time we're in town.

Very intimate dining experience to say the least! It actually took some time to even find this hidden gem. TINS completely exceeded my expectations from the ambiance to the amazing food. The omakase provides 14 courses with each bite better than the last! Each bite of fish was just so fresh and flavorful. The chefs really come up with the most unique and delicious sauces for each dish. The service is also impeccable. Overall, I had a fantastic time at this spot. The food was out of this world, and the drinks just kept coming. I can't wait to give them another try in the future!

My fiancé and I had a phenomenal experience at TINS with a 14-course innovative spin on traditional sushi omakase, free flowing sake (for the duration of the food service), and excellent company. It was so much fun, the fish is fresh, they get it flown in right before service. The setting is pretty intimate and each course is so thoughtfully curated. The best part is hands down the service and love from the owners Sky, Matthew, and Adam. They are a master of their craft and make each guest feel so welcomed. They make the omakase experience incredibly fun and energetic. We came for the food but stayed for the people! You leave feeling like you made a new friendship!

I really enjoyed the Omakase course at TINS. My husband and I love every dishes that was offered to us. Mathew and Adam were great at what they do and we truly enjoy the experience and the company. The ambience is very cozy. And last but not least, it's unlimited sake! The restaurant only takes reservations. There's limited seat for each session. You'll be asked to take a seat when you come in. When the chef is ready, you'll be invited to the bar. This is a definitely a must try for sushi lover. Be prepared to spend a lot of money.

The Houston sushi scene is getting more fierce each year and a new contender has arrived. Tins is a small intimate, Omakase run by three friends who are very friendly, open and receptive to feedback, and seems like they really wanted to grow and add some thing unique and different to the Houston sushi scene. While the food and drinks were delicious, the company was one of the best parts and one of the most unique and enjoyable parts of the restaurant experience. As far as food goes, you can expect unlimited sake, unique sushi and toppings marrying different cultures and flavors (delicious), and feeling full by the end of dinner. I'm very excited to see where Tins will go and I hope everyone gets a chance to try this place!

First and foremost, I would like to welcome these boys to Houston. 3 wild, longtime friends from NYC, Adam, Matthew, and Sky are the owners of "Tins," who is currently running their soft opening. I'll honest and say that not only was I thoroughly impressed with their food but was able to enjoy one of the best nights of my life as a foodie and customer. Sky and Matt, namely, really are two of the most hospitable humans and to miss out eating at Tins is to miss out on such friendly and amazing service. Our brothers did fall short on delivering rice I feel would be most appropriate for sushi (a little too soft), but the flavor and seasoning was still very much present in each bite. Sky did promise they're working out the kinks and that they were still getting used to the operation of their new equipment. Understandable for just opening up a few days ago. I think what really sells this place to me is how humble the chefs are. Not only are they accommodating but they openly and humbly accept criticism and feedback. Their kindness matches how loose their pours for drinks is and makes for an amazing time. For the area, an omakase sitting at their asking price doesn't seem unreasonable and typical for services at this caliber, and I definitely felt this night's experience was worth every penny. Expect fun times, an amazing cheerful atmosphere, plenty of engagement and conversation, and lots of smoke, drinks, and laughs. Match the vibe well enough and maybe you too will become their next karaoke star! I can't wait to see what Tins becomes, and the boys can expect the wife and I to be back to support them.

The level of service and food quality is incredible. We booked the restaurant for a private party with unlimited sake and ended the night with karaoke I highly recommend checking TINS out.

Sky was amazing. The experience was unlike anything I'd ever had before. The food was amazing and the atmosphere was intimate. This is something unique and you don't wanna miss it! I drove 3 hours for this and it was totally worth it. Go here. seriously just go.

I was craving for some omakase, so I came there with a friend on a Friday night, I gotta say that we have a blast! We had a 14 course experience which costs $150 including unlimited sake which is not bad for a price! We enjoyed every dish in a course because it was so good! The service here gave us one of the best omakase experiences ever! I loved how we get to stay after to relax on the lounge or sing karaoke with the chefs! I highly recommend visit Tins for a great experience but you need to reserve your table in Opentable!

I went here with my wife for our anniversary. It was my first omakase and it was an amazing first experience. The flavors of each dish was so unique but the service and atmosphere made it that much better. Matt and Sky are awesome! I can't wait to go back.

TINS (This Is Not Sushi), a new speakeasy Omakase in The Heights!! The reason for the name is because Chef Sky puts a twist on his version of Omakase by adding unique flavors (original Omakase does not add sauces so you can taste the fish). They just opened in Sept! They brought their culinary passion from New York! The food was FABULOUS! Such unique flavors and oh sooo FRESH!! It's $150/pp for 14 courses and unlimited Sake!! Definitely one of the best experiences!

Omakase. Chefs Sky and Adam. Cold junmai sake. Make a reservation and go. You'll find yourself relaxing and having a great time in a small, non de script, intimate space. You won't find a menu and you won't find prices. That's the experience. Omakase is chef's choice premium courses--for those that don't know. If you're looking for quality sushi on par with Kata or Uchi, but don't want the hustle and bustle, go see Chef Sky. He will take care of you and show you some new tricks and flavor combinations.

While everyone there was very kind and service was good, this ranks at the bottom of my omakase experiences Im sorry to say. - One guy behind the bar, not quite sure his role, drank white claws the entire time. You do you sir, but it took away from the elevated experience omakase should be and was just unprofessional imo. - While the food was fine and quite pretty, they relied heavily on sauces for most dishes. Good quality sushi doesn't need *that* much, and an overkill really can take away from the quality. I wish the very best for this place bc again, everyone was so kind, but there are other omakase places with comparable prices that are higher quality experiences.

Yes yes yes!!! My husband and I celebrated our anniversary at Tins and we had an AMAZING time!! The food was out of this world and the service was the icing on the cake. After dinner we even got to sing karaoke! Unlimited sake, mouth-watering sushi and a good time? Sign me up! 100% recommend Tins if you want to try the Omakaze experience. Spectacular!

Excellent food & service! Must try if you like Japanese food...limit seating here, reservation in advance is a must

we had an amazing experience at tins this week. Matthew and Adam were so much fun in the presentation of each dish, very knowledgeable of the fish, and explained all the flavor combinations (they make their own sauces in house!). the sushi bar is small and intimate, lively music, and apparently karaoke at the end of the evening if you are in the 8pm session. Very fun and unique omakase experience, you will not be hungry when you leave. Will definitely be back!!

This is not sushi, and we loved it! Houston is fortunate to have tons of sushi options (and more specifically, options for omakase). Any respectable restaurant has access to good quality fish. What makes a place stand out to me is, what do you do with this already good/great tasting fish? Each piece of fish was topped or paired with complimentary textures/flavors, making each bite memorable. We agreed that there wasn't a course that we did not enjoy. Matt and Chef Sky gave us a unique experience, in a fun laid back environment. Both were fun to chat with, and while listening a fun playlist of music. We dined during the 5pm seating, so unfortunately no karaoke for our session. I'm generally into cocktails, but the all you can drink sake was totally fine by me. Overall a super fun experience, which I would highly recommend for a fun date night, and/or group outing.

Amazing food with an wonderful group of chefs. Really enjoyed the food. Enjoyed every piece from start to finish. Jolie was extremely attentive and made the night more enjoyable. Highly recommend. Best sushi I have had in Houston.

's This is dive bar/hole in the wall Japanese dining at its finest. Unique, Absolutely Authentic, Creative, Delicious

The place was awesome, we came late for a friend's birthday and they still welcomed us in, giving us drinks, entertaining us, engaging and catering towards providing an overall tailored experience for the people there. It was a memorable and intimate setting for everyone.

What an experience!!! This by far is the best sushi I've ever had hands down. I can't believe they were able to get so much flavor in one bite. Service was exquisite, Mathew and Adam went above and beyond to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. I would recommend this to anyone. Can't wait to go back. 10/10

Omg the food is only second to the experience here chef sky doesn't play around be ready to eat and laugh can't wait to come back

Much more than an omakase. The environment and atmospheres create the most unique omakase in Houston. Highly recommend!

It was a truly perfect experience here. A 14 course omakase with unlimited sake! The service was amazing and the space turned into a karaoke spot after the course was finished. Definitely a must try in Houston. Will be coming back again soon!

amazing experience! food, service, ambiance... all fantastic! I highly recommend that you check this place out

I had the best experience here! The flavors of each piece was immaculate. I had the best food and the best service. They also have karaoke, which was so much fun! You would not be disappointed.

This was my first omakase experience and it was so great! Chef Sky was really funny and never turned us down when we asked to take a shot of sake all together. Very high quality fish and ingredients. The sauces and toppings were expertly paired with each dish--I couldn't stop saying "wow this is so good". They're a new spot in Houston and I would highly recommend checking them out!

The food was amazing, and the staff is so fun. We had a wonderful time. You definitely should try. This would also make super date night spot or anytime. You have to try it's one for Houston's best kept places.

Great Christmas Eve dinner! Fantastic service and wonderfully fresh fish. Highly recommend the experience at Tins.

TINS is 10 out of 10 - a must-do, unique culinary experience marked by excellent food, service, and vibe. There's nothing else in Houston like it, and it's easily one of the top 10 dining experiences I've had, having been to other similar restaurants before. My sister and I went for dinner last night and had their 14-course omakase which included bottomless sake. Each course was a delicious flavor bomb and was well thought-out, and each had a cool presentation. We left full. The owner and chef were awesome and spent the time to get to know you and tell you about each dish. Service was top-notch. Vibe was upbeat - cool music and they had karaoke if we wanted to do it which was a fun touch. Will be back and recommend to anyone wanting to try something new and unique.

Awesome omakase restaurant. Great food with very nice people. Matt and Adam were very professional and generous with good conversations from our old days in NY. I would definitely go here again.

Excellent sushi! Best in Houston. Love the exclusive feel and the private ambiance. Chef is very knowledgeable and creative with the food. Would definitely recommend to friends and family!

It was such a great Omakase experience. The food was amazing, but the service was even better. Matthew and Adam made the dinner enjoyable. Would definitely recommend and would come back again!

Happened to found this little cute place in the Heights. The food is amazing! Not the traditional sushi flavor, very unique and flavorful. I love how different and new style this place is. The sushi chef is friendly and fun. Importantly, their sake is all you can drink. So during the time you are there, you get unlimited sake with your meal! I would def come back and recommend to all my friends!

Recommended by a friend, this new omekase place was amazing. Very fresh fish and the chef is so creative with the ingredients. The price for omekase was pretty cheap I think this place is the cheapest omekase I had so far 10/10

My husband and I came here for a date night and it was perfect setting with delicious food. The atmosphere was intimate and romantic. The chefs were professional and relatable. We will definitely be coming back!!!

You open the door and step into a unique omakase experience. "This is not Sushi" (TINS) it says on the wall-and the owners create an informal and innovative omakase experience. One feels like a guest in their house-it's quite intimate. The food has a gastronomically balanced interplay with smoke, sweet, sour, salt and fat. Each bite shows off the strength of that particular fish. My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit, and treasured our time with the owners.

This place is one of my favorites for omakase. I have tried Neo, Hidden Omakase and the sister one. This one beats them by far the ambiance and friendliness is awesome! And they are a new place so they take extra consideration into every bite!

The service was incredible, the food was extremely well thought out and the place felt cozy. We will definitely be back.

Such an amazing omakase! The highest quality and the perfect amount of food. The sake was also bomb

This was the best omakase restaurant I've been to in Houston! The fish was fresh, the sushi was so creative and the staff was amazing. 10/10 recommend!

Best omakase in Houston. Better than Hidden, MF, Kata, Uchi, etc. Also, the best service ive ever had at a restaurant. Book your seats soon, because when word gets out, this place is gonna be impossible to get into. Just incredible!