The details
Lunch at Uchiko begins on Oct. 7 and will be served from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., per the release.
The Japanese eatery belongs to Austin-based restaurant group Hai Hospitality, which also includes sister concepts Uchi, Uchiba, Oheya and Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar, a new location of which opened on Kirby Drive in September.

“I think our style of food translates easily into lunch,” King said in a statement. “The wagyu short rib sando from our hearth is perfect for those who are craving something heartier, while the chirashi bowl is fresh and lightly filling. We had fun rediscovering our menu through the lens of lunch.”

Guests can expect dinner items to be translated to lunch, such as nigiri and sashimi dishes, according to the release. Uchiko takes smoke and char from its yakitori grill alongside the clean favors that officials said are a hallmark of sister concept Uchi, per the release.

Specials will include the Ko Lunch, comprised of hamachi, maki, soba noodles and two chef's choice nigiri, along with a protein option of karaage, the wagyu short rib sandwich or salmon.

Highlights from the beverage menu include a curated selection of sparkling, red and white wine, sake, beer and cocktails, according to the release.
Cocktails include Hachi No Hiza, made with gin rosemary and yuzu honey and a lychee martini.
Nonalcoholic options include Fever Tree sodas, nonalcoholic beer and zero proof housemade mocktails, such as the jasmine honey, made with jasmine tea and yuzu honey.
- 1801 Post Oak Blvd., Houston
- https://uchiko.uchirestaurants.com