MOUSAI
THE EXPERIENCE
Mousai blends Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian traditions with the warmth of South Texas hospitality. Hand-crafted sushi, robata-grilled meats, and rare spirits — all served in an atmosphere designed to captivate.
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1200 Auburn Ave
Suite 320
McAllen, TX 78504
Tue – Wed: 12pm – 12am
Thu – Sat: 12pm – 2am
Sun: 11am – 12am
Mon: Closed
(956) 803-5088
mousaimcallen@gmail.com
SUNDAYS AT MOŪSAI
An Elevated Sunday Ritual
Where Japanese precision meets the warmth of a Sunday morning. Each dish is crafted to awaken the palate — from the richness of prime ribeye chilaquiles to the delicate indulgence of croissant French toast with Magnum ice cream.
CHEF'S SIGNATURE
Rib eye, shrimp, and tuna bathed in creamy serrano salsa with pickled red onions, cucumber, and micro greens. A vibrant, bold start to your Sunday.
HOUSE FAVORITE
Crispy karaage-style chicken atop golden waffles, crowned with a poached egg, caviar, hollandaise sauce, arugula, and pistachio. Indulgence, elevated.
SIGNATURE PLATE
6oz prime ribeye over crispy tortilla chips with a sunny side up egg, creamy jalapeño cilantro salsa, fresh cheese, avocado, and crema. Sunday mornings, redefined.
フレッシュジュース
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Reservations recommended. Walk-ins welcome based on availability.
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OUR STORY
Mousai was born from a desire to bring something truly elevated to the Rio Grande Valley — a dining experience that honors the artistry of Japanese cuisine while embracing the bold, vibrant spirit of South Texas.
Every detail has been considered: from the hand-selected fish flown in from Tokyo's Tsukiji market, to the binchotan charcoal that fuels our robata grill, to the curated collection of rare Japanese whisky and sake that lines our bar.
The name "Mousai" draws from the Greek muses — the goddesses of artistic inspiration. Here, the art is on your plate, in your glass, and in the atmosphere that surrounds you.
Each dish is a testament to precision. Our chefs train in the Japanese tradition of shokunin — the relentless pursuit of mastery in one's craft.
Our robata grill is the heart of the kitchen. Binchotan charcoal burns clean and hot, imparting a subtle smokiness that elevates every ingredient.
We blend Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian traditions with the warmth and generosity of South Texas hospitality.
GATHERINGS
A look back at the exclusive evenings and curated culinary experiences we have hosted.
CORPORATE & PRIVATE EVENTS
From board dinners to full-venue celebrations, our events team crafts every detail — curated menus, private space, and service that makes your company look good.
Private dining for teams, clients and executive gatherings. Set menus or chef-curated tastings for 10–40 guests.
The entire MOUSAI experience, exclusively yours — product launches, holiday parties and milestone celebrations up to full capacity.
Stand-up receptions with passed bites, sushi displays and a dedicated bar team — networking evenings your guests remember.
READY TO PLAN YOURS?
One call books the whole evening.
Call (956) 803-5088Call or text — our events team will handle dates, menus and details.
COMING SOON
New Events on the Horizon
Stay tuned — we are curating new experiences that will elevate your evenings. Follow us on social media for announcements.
PAST EVENTS
A curated multi-course experience by our head chef. Limited to 12 seats at the sushi bar. Each course paired with premium sake.
PAST EVENT
An evening dedicated to rare Japanese whisky paired with A5 Wagyu prepared three ways on the robata grill.
PAST EVENT
The art of Japanese-inspired mixology from our head bartender. Guests crafted three signature cocktails and took home the recipes.
PAST EVENTPRIVATE DINING
From intimate celebrations to corporate gatherings, our private dining spaces offer a bespoke experience. Custom menus, dedicated service, and an atmosphere that elevates any occasion.
BOOK YOUR PRIVATE EVENTSecure your table at MOUSAI. Whether an intimate dinner for two or a celebration with friends, we look forward to welcoming you.
RESERVE YOUR TABLELocation
1200 Auburn Ave, Suite 320
Hours
Tue–Sat: 12pm–2am
Phone
(956) 803-5088
For parties of 8 or more, please call us directly at (956) 803-5088 or inquire about our private events.
Enjoy MOUSAI's elevated Asian cuisine from the comfort of your home. Available for pickup and delivery.
Location
1200 Auburn Ave, Suite 320
Phone
(956) 803-5088
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