Best Japanese Restaurants in Houston

Have a hankering for Japanese food and live in or plan to visit Houston? You're in luck because Houston is home to some fabulous Japanese restaurants. Here are 8 of the best Japanese restaurants in Houston:

Matsu: Matsu is located on FM 1960 West in the Northwest part of Houston and offers hibachi-style entrees in addition to some of the best sushi in town. Known for having some of the freshest seafood of any Japanese restaurant in Houston, the Matsu sushi menu is very extensive and never fails to please. Entrée standouts at Matsu include Tonkatsu (a pork loin cutlet with katsu sauce) and shrimp and vegetable tempura. Prices are great for the quality of the food and the freshness of the sushi bar, with most items well under $20. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful, especially if you are a sushi novice and need some explanations. The décor is light and welcoming and the food is delicious!

H.B. Japanese Steak House: Also in Northwest Houston on FM 1960, this restaurant is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Houston when it comes to hibachi style meats. H.B. Japanese Steak House does offer a good sushi menu, but the hibachi offerings are why this place is one of the best Japanese restaurants in Houston. Hibachi favorites include the filet, cooked to your desired doneness, sesame chicken, and fried rice. The hibachi chefs put on a great show as they prepare your meal right in front of you, and they are very friendly and helpful as well. Service is great and the atmosphere is ideal for a romantic dining setting...except for the frequent applause for the hibachi chefs. Most items are $20 or under.