Namo, Dallas TX

This little sushi counter and terrace in the West Village turn out some of the freshest fish around. Sashimi, nigiri and maki are painstakingly prepared and delivered one piece at a time. Service is friendly, approachable, and always attentive. The small interior space is serene, reminiscent of a place you’d find in Tokyo. They have a wonderful selection of Japanese whiskey and sake that’s worth splurging for. This is surely one of the Top 5 sushi restaurants in Dallas.

An Unforgettable Michelin Star-Worthy Dining Experience

(5/5)

Last night, I had the pleasure of dining at Namo in Dallas with my business partner, and it was nothing short of an extraordinary experience. The sushi we enjoyed was quite possibly the best I've ever tasted, with each bite revealing a symphony of flavors and textures that delighted our senses.

The head chef displayed exceptional skill and creativity in crafting each dish. The freshness of the fish, the delicate balance of flavors, and the artful presentation all contributed to an unforgettable meal. It's evident that the chef is passionate about their craft and takes pride in creating the ultimate dining experience for guests.

The ambiance of Namo was equally impressive, with a sophisticated and intimate setting that allowed for easy conversation and enjoyment of the exquisite meal. The attentive and knowledgeable staff ensured our every need was met, and their service was a significant part of what made the evening so memorable.

I wholeheartedly believe that Namo, its talented chef, and the entire team deserve a Michelin star for their remarkable work. If you're a sushi lover or simply looking for an exceptional dining experience in Dallas, do not hesitate to visit Namo. This hidden gem is not to be missed, and I can't wait to return for another memorable

I just read the review with 2 stars and it reminded me that no everyone has refined taste. Believe me when I tell you that not only does this place offer an authentic sushi house feeling in the bar area, but they have real sushi chefs working there. The cocktails are lovely and the sake list is extensive. The fish is fresh and delicious and the flavors are carefully placed and thought out.

Best sushi I ever had. The skills the sushi master poses are of the highest level! Will continue going here when I’m here in Dallas

What a truly unforgettable sushi bar experience at Namo! We opted for the tasting menu, the Okonomi, which was the perfect setting for a romantic date night.

Throughout the evening, we had the pleasure of interacting with the chefs — adding a personalized touch to our experience. They meticulously crafted each bite right in front of us and generously shared stories and insights about the ingredients, techniques, and origins of each dish and fish.

The personalized attention from the chefs and our amazing waiter combined with the carefully crafted and ever-changing Okonomi menu makes Namo a must-visit for Dallas foodies. Be sure to secure a seat at the sushi bar to fully appreciate the magic!

We dined here a couple of weeks ago and had the best time! In addition to the outstanding food, the service was superb! Shout out to Johnny (and his sweet fiancé who sat next to us at the bar) for taking such good care of us when we had to wait a bit past our reso. We had great conversation and nerded out on Austrian glass.
I’ve already recommended this spot to everyone I know, and encourage those reading to try it out!

It was fabulous experience. My friends and I had Wednesday omakase, the food was amazing. The quality of foods were I never seen in regular sushi restaurants. For every single foods, chefs explain what it is. We also do sake pairing, the glasses were very unique and pretty. I definitely come back and try their regular menu, too. The omakase course took two hours. I really enjoyed it~

We LOVE Namo. Favorite date night restaurant. Great service and amazing fish. They always have a special that’s outstanding!

Amazing experience! We sat at the Bar and it was so enjoyable to watch this experts preparing our food, service its excellent and food its GREAT!

Some of the best quality sushi and sushi chefs in all of Dallas. A little pricy but worth it imo

I had high hopes for an elevated, unique sushi experience in a city not exactly known for its culture or style.

This place is a 1,000 piece puzzle but 50 pieces are missing.

First of all, it’s all outside for parties larger than 2. Really? It’s Dallas. The weather is awful for 9 months of the year. Second, who wants to pay $1,000 for a dinner for 3 people and eat in a freezing tent. The location makes no sense.

Just consider the experience economy and what people are taking away from this… the cold, the concrete, the paper napkins just don’t sync to the prices and intended experience.

Second, the food is just OK, especially at this $200-300/pp price point. Honestly nothing in the tasting menu stood out as remarkable. At Uchi, Tei-An, Brothers in Santa Monica, CA, you would have a couple memorable courses and the quality would be more consistent.

I applaud the effort here and really wish we had more unique high quality sushi places here in Dallas. Unfortunately, the payoff didn’t come with the effort here, and for the money… it just wasn’t there.

Ate outside. Too many things off menu for the server to remember. Fish was fresh, except for amaebi. Sometimes roll ingredients overpowered the fish (Hokkaido scallop roll). Well seasoned.

Wow, what an incredible establishment. Sincerely, huge thank you to the owner Brandon, the GM John, and the entire staff for giving us such an incredible experience.

I tend to reserve my five stars for locations that truly blow my mind. Namo deserves a sixth star. I'd like to think I've spent enough time in my life trying sushi, sashimi, etc.to know what's good and what's now. Previously, I had Uchi at the top of my list in Dallas.yes, previously. That was until I visited Namo. Each, and every, dish was nothing short of incredible. Truly, each bite left me speechless.

The ambiance is great, very friendly staff, and they love the customer feedback. Everything you want in a restaurant.

Generally, I'd leave specifics, but everything was so good that I don't want to ruin the experience for you, the reader. Pricing here isn't cheap, but it's competitive and frankly, I suggest you get here before they realize they can charge twice the price and still maintain a customer base like they already do.

The uniqueness of this location cannot be stressed enough, from incredibly limited experiences to a genuine journey each time you dine with them, this place does it unlike any other in the DFW region. I couldn't be more happy to have Namo so nearby, and I hope to see y'all there soon.

We really enjoyed the experience, it was a whole evening of education and delicious food. With almost no sushi experience beyond tuna rolls and fried shrimps, I wasn’t sure I would feel comfortable here. But the server did an excellent job taking us through the menu, and the evening with delicious samples from around the entire menu. I loved every bite. I never felt rushed and was very impressed with the whole evening.

Namo is the best place ever. I came in on a late night after work and got luckily got seated right away. They know so much about their own sushi which makes them different from other spots. I enjoyed every bit that came out. It’s all fresh here. You can trust this spot!

The chef’s selection was great and was pretty filling since you get a hosomaki at the end of the nigiri rotation.

A stand out for Dallas sushi. Suggest Omakase and just trust the chefs choices. The “Toyosu” selection is always interesting surprising and delicious.
Sublime sushi and sashimi delivered with excellent service. Recommend the oysters and try the uni tasting if available. Also a phenomenal selection of Japanese whiskey. Might be the best one in Dallas.

One of the hidden gems in Uptown Dallas! Both times my servers have been super attentive and extremely knowledgeable about every food and drink item and helped to pick out the right sake for me! All of the specialty rolls are to die for! Even the namo brownie with matcha ice cream is sooooo good. My favorite cocktails are the golden suna and lychee martini! You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Plus you can sit at the bar and watch the chefs prepare the food right in front of you!