Himari
5-Course Japanese Meets Vietnamese Tasting Event
Opened in the spring of 2023, this Oak Forest eatery offers stellar Japanese cuisine with distinctive Vietnamese touches. Himari is the brainchild of Chef/Owner Tye Nguyễn, a native Wisconsinite who is an alum of the renowned Uchi and other notable Houston restaurants. In this smart space, with a black ceiling, polished concrete floors, and blond-wood chairs, diners experience one-of-a-kind dishes, like sakeviche (salmon with Texas peaches, Vietnamese coconut fish sauce, serrano peppers, onion, and smoked sea salt), The Smoke is Yours (Japanese scallops with Pink Lady apple and fried shallots, topped with grilled bacon and balsamic glaze), Surf ‘n Turf (deep-fried shrimp with avocado, topped with torched Angus NY strip and wasabi aioli), and all manner of sushi, sashimi, nigiri, and more. Two of our favorite things in the world are Japanese and Vietnamese food, so putting them together is music to our ears. We are excited to visit here and chat with Chef Nguyễn about his food ideas and the agony and ecstasy of opening a new restaurant. See you there!
About the Host:
Tye Nguyễn
Chef/Owner
Hailing from Wisconsin, Chef Tye Nguyễn cut his teeth at renowned Uchi, where he worked alongside esteemed chefs Patrick Pham and Daniel Lee (of Aiko fame and more.) In the spring of 2023, he embarked on a new chapter in his culinary journey with Himari, marrying authentic Japanese flavors with the vibrant and diverse influences of Vietnamese cuisine.
The Lineup
Courses #1, #2, #4, and #5 will be individually plated. Course #3 will be served family style. For this event’s dietary restriction accommodation policy, see the Event FAQs below.
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Himari Kanpachi
amberjack, orange, watermelon radish, sunflower seeds
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Robata Duo
texas wagyu skewer | bacon-wrapped mushroom skewer, wasabi salad
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Soft-Shell Crab Hand Roll
pink lady apple, mint
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Truffle Toro Nacho
fatty tuna, avocado, hand-cut potato chips
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Miso Caramel Ice Cream
vanilla ice cream, miso caramel, cashews
Himari
1223 W 34th St C500
Houston, TX 77018
Event FAQs
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email [email protected] with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
- How will dietary restrictions/food allergies be accommodated at this event?
- At this event, we will not be able to accommodate those with vegetarian, soy, or garlic restrictions. If you have other restrictions however, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at [email protected] after you purchase tickets to let us know what your allergies/restrictions are.
