Toukei
If you're looking for a unique dining experience in Houston, look no further than Toukei. Located at 9630 Clarewood Dr Ste A-15, Toukei offers a blend of whiskey bar, izakaya, and ramen cuisine in a trendy and casual setting. With options for delivery, takeout, and reservations, Toukei caters to a variety of dining preferences.
Upon entering Toukei, you'll be greeted by dim lighting and stylish decor that sets the perfect ambiance for a night out. The menu showcases a wide range of dishes, from Chirashi Chef's choice sashimi over sushi rice to Unagi Don, ensuring there's something for everyone.
If you're a fan of Japanese whiskey and sake, Toukei is the place for you, with an impressive selection that goes beyond the norm. The Spicy Black Ramen is a standout dish that is sure to satisfy your cravings and earn a spot on your list of favorites.
Overall, Toukei offers a hip and modern dining experience with attentive service and delicious dishes. Whether you're a ramen enthusiast or looking to explore Japanese cuisine, Toukei is a must-visit spot in Houston's Chinatown.
Toukei Menu
Location
Address: 9630 Clarewood Dr Ste A-15 Houston, TX 77036
Phone: (346) 293-9960
Business info
- Offers DeliveryYes
- Offers TakeoutYes
- ReservationsNo
- Accepts Credit CardsYes
- Hipster, Casual, Trendy, RomanticYes
- LoudYes
- Casual DressYes
- Good for GroupsYes
- Good for Dinner, Late NightYes
- Street ParkingYes
- Waiter ServiceYes
- Best nights on Tuesday, Wednesday, FridayYes
- Happy Hour SpecialsYes
- Full BarYes
- Offers CateringNo
- Wi-FiNo
- Dogs Not AllowedNo
Last Reviews
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Author: Liam H.
I was looking for a place to eat late on a Saturday night and found Toukei to be one of few places still open in the area. I was amazed with the styling inside, and was quickly seated. Our waiter quickly came by and asked if we'd been to Toukei before or if it was our first time, so she went over the menus with us and explained what others often do is order off the main menu as appetizers to share, while also choosing a ramen or similar dish as a entree. She also touched on the different drink options and I must emphasize the amount of options for Japanese whiskey and sake was very impressive to me. Most places I go to will have, at most, maybe 8 options of sake for you to choose from. In the end I just had the Spicy Black Ramen and a Sapporo but it was very good and I would rank it in my top 3 favorite ramen spots. I loved the ambiance of the place with dim lighting and the fact it was surprisingly not packed, so it felt like a hidden speakeasy of sorts. I will certainly be back with friends in the near future to try a few Japanese whiskeys and different sakes!
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Author: Stephie M.
After visiting NYC recently and having a truly authentic Japanese underground izakaya experience, I was craving something similar in Houston. I noticed I had bookmarked Toukei Izakaya, so I thought I would give it a try! Where: In the shopping center with Mein, Sweet Memes, Morii - It can be difficult to find and apple maps seems to send you to the incorrect center. Parking: Lot out front - it can get pretty full, fyi. Ambiance: 4/5 It feels like an art-pop, designed for hipster millennials, cool-dank vibes place. It doesn't feel warm or authentically japanese, but it is a thoughtfully curated space for night vibing. I went for an early dinner and it was quiet with only few people, but I would love to see this place loud and packed late at night. The vibes did feel similar to the Tran brother's other concepts in the same complex (Tiger Den, Mein, Night Market). Service: 2.5/5 Pretty slow and inattentive overall, but quick to bring out food. The phone service was impossible. Food: 3.5/5 The menu is japanese-inspired, so it was missing many of my standard izakaya faves. That being said, I honestly liked everything we got and it's a 3.5 in part due to the over-sweetness in a lot of dishes. I felt like so many things had sugar in it that had no need for it and it took away from the experience. Yet, the okonomiyaki was perfect; took me back to being young at my Japanese friend's homes with their mom cooking for us. Also, the miso cod was heavenly. I will be back again and I anticipate/hope that I will be even more impressed by the food, because what I have tried so far makes me excited to explore more of the menu. Bar: If you like Japanese whisky, this place is worth a visit. *** ?? What is an Izakaya ??: I noticed a lot of reviewers using words like "tapas" and "appetizers" to describe the plates here. So, I wanted to add some context about what makes Izakayas unique and the dishes/experience worthy of their own understanding. When I think of an izakaya, I think of a place people come to unwind and drink alcohol over several hours - somewhere small, intimate, affordable, and warm. People usually come to an izakaya with one or more people after a long workday, but birthday celebrations, promotion celebrations, and other are not uncommon. At the end of the day, the food at an izakaya is there to enhance and compliment the drinking! So, the menu isn't "tapas" or "appetizers"; it's snacky drinking food (and it is meant to be shared)! There are no courses for appetizers and entrees like in western cuisine - you start with beer, choose a bottle of sake for the table, then order the plates that sound good...and you can keep ordering and ordering until you are satisfied! TL;DR: Izakayas serve lighter dishes to enjoy with your beer/sake/whisky, at an affordable price point, in a casual environment. ***
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Author: Katherine D.
I love this place! The food is always great and there's a big variety for whatever you're feeling. We really enjoy the ramen here and the skewers are also an easy thing to eat. I also love the drinks here, they are probably some of my favorite in Houston! The theme of the whole place is really cool. It has a very intimate and laid-back energy throughout. The service is also great here. They are very attentive and friendly, and it feels like they are pretty fast in general.
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Author: Ifoma O.
The ambiance was upbeat and fun & the decoration was cool and vibey with all the art on the walls. The staff were all friendly and helped us navigate the menus (had a menu of small dishes, a full drink menu, and a full meal menu). We tried a few different small plates - pictured are the shrimp, pork belly, calamari, and takoyaki. Not pictured were the ribeye skewers and sashimi. Everything was delicious and very shareable. My personal favorite was the ribeye (I inhaled it before i could even take a picture of it) as it was very flavorful. Eating all of these small plates did get us pretty full but I had to try the short rib curry.. and it did not disappoint! The short rib was very tender, hearty, and was well balanced with the included veggies. I just couldn't put my spoon down and finished the whole plate before I realized it. We had a great time!