Kira

Japanese & Sushi in Houston, Texas

4.7 (241)

CategoryJapanese & Sushi Β· Donburi restaurant, Restaurant, Sushi restaurant, Temaki restaurant
Address2800 Kirby Dr Suite B-128, Houston, TX 77098
AreaHouston, Texas
Phone(281) 759-2858
Google rating 4.7 (241)

Hours

Monday11 am–3 pm
Tuesday11 am–3 pm
Wednesday11 am–3 pm
Thursday11 am–3 pm
Friday11 am–3 pm
Saturday11 am–3 pm
Sunday11 am–9 pm

About Kira

The team behind Neo proudly introduces Kira, a 15-seat counter inspired by Japanese jazz vinyl bars.Kira specializes in temaki, donburi, and kakigori, placing a strong emphasis on seasonal exploration and sourcing premium ingredients.

Kira is a japanese in Houston, Texas. It is listed at 2800 Kirby Dr Suite B-128, Houston, TX 77098, which places it among the local businesses of Houston that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as donburi restaurant, restaurant, sushi restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.

Portion sizes and pricing swing widely across this group, from a $10 lunch bowl to a multi-course tasting menu at an upscale sushi counter, so checking recent reviews and photos is more useful than the price range alone. In Houston, dinner reservations for popular izakaya, hot pot and Korean BBQ spots fill up on Friday and Saturday nights, so booking ahead or arriving at opening is worth it. Many restaurants across Texas run daily lunch specials on weekdays that are not listed on the dinner menu, so it is worth asking. Halal, vegetarian and gluten-free options vary a lot by kitchen; call ahead if you have a dietary restriction rather than assuming the menu will note it.

The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. The most common schedule is 11 am–3 pm. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Kira at (281) 759-2858; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, kirahtx.com.

Customers rate it 4.7 out of 5 on Google across 241 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded japanese & sushi in Houston.

Houston is in Texas, in the South, where summers are hot and humid, winters are short, and severe storms in spring are a fact of life; businesses run air conditioning most of the year and many open early to beat the heat. Getting around Houston is easiest by car; street parking is metered in busy downtown areas, and most suburban businesses have their own lot. Ride-share apps such as Uber and Lyft operate across Texas's larger cities, and public transit varies from extensive to minimal.

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Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Grace Lin 2 months ago

Aside from the incessant profanity by the folks sitting next to me, we had an exceptional dining experience at Kira. The donburi were freshly prepared and the rice was perfectly made. The handrolls were fantastic and unique - I especially liked the hotate. The sea bass crudo was unique and the sauce was so delectable. And the coconut mango dessert was a perfect balance of sweet with a touch of salt. What a memorable meal! Waitstaff and chefs were so nice and friendly. We will be back!

Inspired 5683 Edited 2 months ago

I highly recommend the lobster, spicy tuna, and fatty tuna handroll. They also have great vegetarian options and the avocado handroll is my favorite. I alternate between the negitoro and chirashi rice bowls during my visits. For dessert, their raspberry kakigori has been on the menu since they opened almost two years ago for good reason. The chefs and front of house staff are personable and welcoming. They are passionate about what they do and are open to feedback.

dWiGhT Mulcahy 3 months ago

I'm not sure how to describe this but maybe "incredible sushi hand roll bar that is a chef table experience with awesome staff and offerings"... I still feel like I understand sold it but if I did there will still be more for me!!! Pricy but in life you never want to eat Walmart sushi. This place doesn't disappoint, especially the staff, order bottle of saki (the mid $ one is yummy!) and keep ordering till you are full, no disappointments!

Leduar Avelar 4 months ago

We ordered the chef’s selection for two, and it turned out to be one of the best dining experiences we’ve ever had. Everything felt intentional, from the atmosphere and vinyl music to the presentation and quality of each dish. The chefs were incredibly professional, and you could tell a lot of care went into every plate. Our waiter was just as welcoming, attentive, and genuinely added to the experience. This was something memorable. We’re still talking about it days later and already looking forward to coming back

Itssofluffeh Me 8 months ago

So so so so good. Would definitely recommend this to friends and would consider coming back. The staff - Danny and chef Frankie were the best. Very friendly, took the time to chat with us, shared their experiences, gave us recommendations, explained what goes into our orders and was attentive to our needs. We ordered a couple of items and these items DID NOT DISAPPOINT! We ordered the "Alive" cocktail, scallop crudo, chirasi donburi, the tuna donburi and the raspberry shaved ice (you dont want to miss that). Everything was delicious. The miso soup that came with the donburi had a smokey flavor to it and was very different with other miso soups we have had. Scallop crudo melts in your mouth. Fish in our donburi were fresh. Shaved ice had all the textures and flavors tied together nicely. We were told that there are promotions everyday like sunday has $10 cocktails and Wednesdays has a special price on the wagyu donburi. We will definitely come back to try the wagyu donburi! All in all, 5 plus stars. Everyone should try it! Call to make reservations or check on availability beforehand since the seating is all at the counter and may be limited during busy hours.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kira located?

Kira is at 2800 Kirby Dr Suite B-128, Houston, TX 77098, in Houston, Texas. Use the β€œOpen in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Kira?

Kira is listed as a japanese and is also tagged on Google as donburi restaurant, restaurant, sushi restaurant.

What are the hours of Kira?

Published hours are Monday: 11 am–3 pm; Tuesday: 11 am–3 pm; Wednesday: 11 am–3 pm; Thursday: 11 am–3 pm; Friday: 11 am–3 pm; Saturday: 11 am–3 pm; Sunday: 11 am–9 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.

Is Kira open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 11 am–9 pm.

What is the phone number of Kira?

You can call Kira at (281) 759-2858.

How is Kira rated on Google?

Kira has a Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 241 reviews.

Does Kira have a website?

Yes, the website of Kira is kirahtx.com (linked on this page).

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