“It’s a great restaurant, no one can deny that. To go on Tuesday night and finding out the restaurant is completely full and even when we made a reservation, we had to wait for about 20 minutes to be seated.But after I got a little sour of the waiting, the food, the atmosphere and the service just made me forget about it.There is huge variety, and everything is fresh and the presentation is mind blowing.We used to live close by and were going there a good lot. Now that we have moved to Leander, we are coming a lot less but still making the drive.“
“Perfect Match Kemuri Tatsu-Ya combines two of my favorite things in a match I absolutely loved Describing itself as both a Japanese izakaya and Texas smokehouse, Kemuri honors the flavors of Japan while bringing a distinctive Texas spin Items I loved included the brisket served with Tsukemen noodles, the smokehouse flavored bbq tuna collar with nori seaweed wraps as well as the chinmi "sake accompaniments" that you often see only at more authentic Japanese establishments As we enjoyed our sake and sampled a variety of delicious bites, it was very clear that Austin's diverse food scene has got game It's easy to be skeptical of any fusion restaurant but Kemuri is refreshingly creative with bold flavors, great portions and unique items Sweet and Sour Mozuku Shooter $4 / Taiyaki Cornbread $6.5 / Jellyfish $6 / Ankimo $13 / Beef Tartare $19 / Tsukune $7 / Beefy Shrooms $14 / BBQ Tsukemen with Brisket $15 / BBQ Eel $16 / Bento +$15 / Tuna Collar $35 / Tamago Pudding $6 Kemuri Tatsu-Ya (Austin, TX) Seating is both indoor and outdoor in the back patio. If outdoors, there are flies but they have fly fans. Reservations are recommended on Resy and credit cards including Apple Pay are accepted.“
“So tasty! Loved the food here. The shiitake roll was my favorite. The mushroom ceviche was also quite fun, though I wish the mushroom to vegetable ratio was a little higher for extra meatiness. We had a black bean brownie for dessert which was also very tasty. And there is a nice selection of mocktails which is always appreciated!“
“Such a wonderful experience! My boyfriend and I came here for the omakase. Ambiance and service were top tier. The waiters were super attentive and explained each course in depth. The sushi chef was nice and friendly. He also explained each sushi course, letting us know where the fish came from and such. The nigiri was melt in your mouth. And other courses were also pretty tasty. I definitely recommend their omakase!“
“I’ve been sitting on this review for a while. I’m definitely not one to tarnish any 5 star ratings!! My experience was mixed. In part by the fact that I’ve spent countless moments at midnight trying to get reservations with no luck. When I finally snagged my first res, I was shocked to be sitting next to a guy that had been multiple times (even in the past week). Most of the others also had the good fortune to be “frequent patrons”. There was one other person who said she’d been trying to grab a reservation for a while. TBH, really didn’t sit right with me.As we all know, these reviews are opinion based only. I can only give my honest assessment of my experience.The vibe seemed catered to a younger crowd for sure. I definitely felt out of place. The “F” word was used quite liberally by the staff. No big deal, just kind of off pudding when you’re paying so much. Again, I realize this may not be a popular opinion. Unfortunately we also got on the topic of church camp and “those types” which stung quite a bit since I have a strong faith base. Not really the fault of the staff but she was very much in agreement to the conversation. I am not suggesting that the chef participated in any of these convos because he didn’t.Yes, the food and drinks were absolutely delicious. I got the extra cocktail menu where we get a fun drink paired with some of the courses and also participated in the extra course which was way too fishy and slimy for me. All in all, my bill was slightly over $400. Since I just didn’t have the best experience, needless to say, it was too expensive for me.My biggest suggestion would be to not go solo.Parking: Very difficult to find.“
“Sato san is a great sushi chef, who has a great passion for his art. I tried the 45 min omakase experience and it was great. He concisely explains every dish. The food is excellent and staff is friendly, definitely a must go spot for omakase in “
“When you get to Gyu Kaku allow BZ and Carmen to serve you. My wife and i have been to many of these through out the nation and this one by far is the best. In this day and age its hard to come by good service, but these folks will make you feel seen.“
“This place is kind of strange. The food is Japanese but there's also a sort of Baskin Robbins feel from the waffle cone irons and ice cream counter. The food Meade selection was good, with some on tap. Food is almost too pretty to eat.“
“My first experience of a shabu shabu restaurant.Great place to come for a date or a wholesome dinner with friends.Did not try omakase but still had a lot of options on ala carte. Tried the pork shoulders, seafood meatballs, new zealand salmon, cured escolar, local mushrooms, silken tofu, blue crab gyoza. Everything was fresh and tasted delicious.The ponzu and sesame complementary dips with the broth were very good but I definitely recommend the truffle sukiyaki dip on the side, it was delicious.The ambience is very cozy and nice.The staff is very nice, they were very helpful and took really good care of us.“
“Choo Sando is an experience. When you walk in, the restaurant greets you with very friendly staff, a clean and inviting atmosphere, and an appealing array of food options. I’ve visited many times for their sandos, but most recently decided to try the sushi/sashimi plates. Everything that I’ve eaten from this restaurant has been the highest quality and tastes delicious. I would highly recommend Choo Sando to everyone!Quick note: arrive first thing when they open to ensure nothing is sold out by the time you arrive. There will be a line!“
“I've never enjoyed sushi more than I did when I visited Neighborhood Sushi. Unique menu items, SUPER fresh fish/seafood, a great space, and impeccable service. I was visiting Austin for only a few days, but I wish that I lived there so that I could partake in this experience (and it IS an experience, not "just" a meal) again and again. Thank you, Steven, for an incredible afternoon!“
“The nigiri in my experience was better than the rollPlace is a little expensive for the limited menuUsed to going to hando in houston and paying half the cost for more food.Everything was very good though would go back. New little Korean owned spot“
“Tatsumi is my favorite sushi spot whenever I'm in the mood for high quality fish and great vibes. I'm always impressed by the sushi selection. Tiffany the owner is always so kind and always checks in to make sure we're having a good time. Her team is always so helpful and during our last visit we had the pleasure of being hosted by Vin-- who btw is always very knowledgeable about the menu and fish options. Tatsumi never disappoints!“
“Phenomenal service! It was such an amazing experience. This is my favorite omakase by far. The sushi was crafted with such care and attention. The rice was so so good! The combination of techniques and flavors really made the whole service so special.This place should be on everyone’s shortlist for Austin!“
“I’ve eaten here twice and have not been disappointed! The food has such a great variety with options I haven’t seen other places. The plate is a great way to try different things. Biscotti latte and meat/cheese/egg toast are my favorite. Next time trying chicken katsu plate!“
“Uchiko is our favorite restaurant in the world. We live Michigan (and Chicago) and consider ourselves foodies. Every year we do an Austin trip and Uchiko is always the highlight of our trip . We’ve eaten at Michelin star restaurants all over the world and make it our mission to seek out the best places to eat wherever we are. If you’re lucky enough to be in Austin, this is the spot. Tonight we had Chef Jean and Jeremy and had probably the best meal of our lives. The food is off the charts. We literally couldn’t stop ordering nigiri. We ordered so much we were gifted the Uchi cook book. Honestly it was an experience we will always remember. Chef Jean, thank you. Jeremy, thank you. Uchiko, thank you. Can’t wait for our meal next year.“
“I really love this place. I generally prefer vegetables and they have a huge selection of veggie "sushi". I've had good sushi their too. It's all very fresh. Also great baked dishes...chicken, fish, etc. I like their noodles too.Vegetarian options: Lots of good stuff!“
“The sushi is tasty and inventive great combinations of flavors. Friendly service and great atmosphere. I enjoy the great service and friendly wait staff. It is my favorite restaurant to go to. I love the Something Wrong roll and their Sushi Bomb.“
“Wandered in on a Sunday to find happy hour going. Martinis are on point, both the sashimi and rolls were decent.The bar is a bit of a vibe, filled up pretty quickly within 30 minutes of opening. The service is good and our food came out at a good pace. I’ll definitely be back in to check out more dishes.“
“Delicious! They claim Japanese and Taiwanese, but it’s kind of an Asian varietal! The handmade dumplings and wontons are ridiculously delicious. The sushi is fresh and tasty. The beef claypot was good but it had very little beef only 6 pieces with lots of carrots and mushrooms. Our service was awesome. I can’t wait to go back. The prices were reasonable for the quality.“
“Just WOW. We were staying across the street at The Proper and my daughter wanted sushi so we headed over. From start to finish the food and the service were impeccable. Our server was Linwood and he was very knowledgeable and patient, but the other servers who dropped off food were just as personable. We were given yellowtail sashimi as a free starter and then our waiter gifted us short rib something that was amazing for my son's birthday. We had so much fun, the food was amazing, and the servers were lovely. We will definitely come back when we are in Austin and will head to Uchi when we are at home in Dallas!“
“The rolls were good and looked great but the menu options were all very simple and most of the "specialty rolls" are all very similar. It's good but there are much better places to visit with more flavorful and inventive menu items for the same if not less cost.“
“The one of best restaurant i have been ever. The chef, Kaz is so friendly and really nice to talk as well as other staff. All food is also wonderful, especially fish came directly from Japan and Texas wagyu are so delicious. They have many kinds of Sake and I could choose best suits i wanted have today from ones they let me try. I I enjoyed too. Obviously come back when I travel to Austin again.“
“Our go to sushi spot in Austin. Always good, reasonably priced, and reliable. They even have booths to mimic seating on a Japanese floor.Vegetarian options: Cucumber roll, agedashi tofu, miso soup, edamame vegetable tempura, and moreParking: When busy can be hard to find parking. May be able to park in lots next door, but not sure of towing policy. Entrance to parking lot is narrow and easy to miss.Kid-friendliness: The booths are more kid friendly for those with toddlers bc they can semi-walk around inside them without bothering other guests. You can also fit infant car seats comfortably inside and tucked out of the way. But you are required to take off your shoes for the booths“
“I have been dying to try Chef Choo's shop for a while now and I am so sad I didn't stop by sooner! The chef's special box that I chose today was truly an amazing experience! The cuts of sushi are so soft and delicious, with meticulous handcraft going into preparing them. The owners were on-site whipping up new masterpieces in the back, with a clean dining area to enjoy this box! If you get the opportunity to stop by, please do!너무 맛있었어요. ^^ 감사합니다. 다시 먹으러 올게요. ㅎㅎ 화이팅!“
“Vera took very good care of ensuring our great experience! She gave great advice with the sake choices, and made sure we had such a nice experience. The sushi was so good, and so much variety on the menu. The sake was such a delicious choice, thanks to Vera.“
“I planned to go to Chinatown North for dim sum but the sign at the entrance said to head downstairs for dim sum, where Street is below. The waiter said they are connected but different establishments and the dim sum servers upstairs would come from the lower kitchen anyway. I ate here with a close friend after wrapping up weekend meetings in Austin. The place has a good vibe and friendly service, quite modern and clean. We shared six items and everything had great flavor, with the turnip cake and prawn siu mai being my favorites. Above average pricing for dim sum but I think that comes with the experience. Good spot for a date or with friends. I would go back.Parking: Free parking lot around the building.“
“If you crave sushi, this is definitely the place to go. Charred edamame was great. Tuna tower was wonderful. Godzilla Bomb was wonderFul. Excellent service!!!! We had lunch in the open air area on a perfect Austin day. Wished I’d taken pictures.Parking: Domain parking is hit or miss. But you can always use free garage parking and walk a bit.“
“Or via the QR code menu. Order EVERYTHING the first time and pay then just relax and enjoy your meal. Everything is better than you expected.Parking: Shared spaces with liquor store, convenience store and Mexican restaurant. Spaces are extremely limited.“
“Was my first time here and no one explained how their specific system works.They fill the restaurant in waves. That group eats & leaves. The next wave of customers can come inside.This means you may be outside for 40 minutes until it’s your line’s turn.The ramen was nice. ?“
“I got the Bulgogi Bento box, really great value it came with a salad, 2 pieces of a cali roll, two gyoza, tempura and rice!!! So if you want amazing food without breaking the bank go here! The place is small only three actual tables to sit but very worth it, there also is no booze if that is you thing. Staff is very friendly and it’s Pat at the counter.“
“The restaurant has a great selection of delicious and affordable Japanese food. I’ve ordering here for a while now and the fishes are always fresh and the sushi pieces are big. They have an amazing gyoza and special sushi rolls. Also, they offer lunch specials with a great price (Monday to Saturday from 11:00-2:30pm).“
“Great place for Sushi and Authentic Korean food!! Most places just give the add on Korean sides that are just ok and good with the meal but man, seriously, the Sides here are delicious!! It's been a minute since I've been here but glad to see that food is still great and customer service is awesome! I highly recommend this place for Korean food“
“This is a great Japanese restaurant. Not only its authentic Japanese food but also I want to mention staff services are one of the best.I like their lunch bento which I can enjoy several dishes in one plate. At dinner, it’s nice talking with sushi chef at the counter and they serve across the counter which is really an exceptional experience that I can feel Japan.“
“The atmosphere reminds me of the mercados near Mi Tierra, and the owners were very sweet and only added a coziness that was complimented by the beautiful art within the restaurant. The taste of the food here is as immaculate as it is comforting. A perfect place to go for an evening night out with family, friends, and loved ones.“
“Service, you order and pay on a screen, they bring you your food. That said, there's no service. You get your own drinks and everything. They have condiments, napkins, chopsticks, and to-go boxes sitting available for your use.Had One of the bento box lunch specials, which I believe was $16. Was a lot of food, will probably be 1.5 meals worth. It came with a deep fried roll that was very sweet, the normal California style roll, egg roll, pork goyza, Small arugula salad with peanut sesame sauce maybe?, edamame. They forgot the miso soup that came with it, but when reminded, brought it promptly.I have something like crab rangoons we also got, were strange but pretty okay. Probably would not get again as they came in an egg roll like fashion but other than the typical.Friends got Ramen Curry, was really good.“
“Visited Chuy's on Lamar with friends. This was our first nite in Austin, and Chuy's set the bar pretty high! With drinks and a huge variety of chips and salsas, we were happy campers! Dinner was good, but the best part of our visit was our server, Lil Debb! Outstanding service! She even went the extra mile to provide us with suggestions and directions!“
“My boyfriend took me to Otoko as a surprise for our anniversary and new years eve. All I can say is WOW! It’s difficult to eat normal food after such an incredible experience, I can’t stop thinking about it. The service was absolutely fantastic, very intimate and personal which I loved. Everyone was so kind and friendly. I loved the entire omakase. Every dish I tried was like magic to my tastebuds. I was exhausted after a 16 hour flight the day before and this dinner truly brought me back to life. My boyfriend got the omakase with wine pairings and I got the sake pairing. I will say it is a lot of drinks, but each and every one was well thought out for each portion of the dinner. I hope to come back again and again!“
“My husband and I have been dining at Cho since we dated, and while it's always been good, we had never received exceptional service as we did tonight. Our server, Chess, was very pleasant and made us feel like we were right at home. He was very attentive and customer-oriented. Thank you, Chess, for providing us with world-class service! We'll be back to see you!“
“Delicious sushi, I came in for a late lunch and it was pretty quiet inside but everything was fresh and presented well. I forgot to take pictures but the hamachili roll and sake toro sashimi were both very good. Was also offered a nice soup and salad as well.“
“Perfect place for Japanese food. Spectacular sushi, delicious yakitori (like the grilled chicken skewers), and Sapporo on tap. What more could you want?Don’t miss the house salad with the miso dressing. If it weren’t rude, I would have licked the bowl.“
“We came here after the little one wanted nigori, and we saw they have it! We did have to ask for it, specifically, because it's not really on their lunch/brunch menu. However, they kindly obliged!The staff were friendly, and the food was great! We have definitely added this to our regular rotation of restaurants!Kid-friendliness: There were at least 2 other families with young children that were there while we ate. All were welcomed warmly and treated kindly.“
“FATBOYZ HIBACHI offers an unforgettable culinary experience with their delicious and amazing food. From perfectly grilled meats to flavorful seafood, every dish is prepared with precision and served fresh. The attentive service only enhance the dining experience. A must-visit for any food enthusiast looking to indulge in top-notch hibachi cuisine.“
“The sushi was so fresh, creative, amazing experience! We had a tuna tataki appetizer and multiple orders of Nigiri with Hokkaido scallops, New Zealand king, salmon, bluefin tuna, and a longhorn roll, and Fiery Kiss roll which were delicious! We will keep coming back!!!“
“I sat at the sushi bar because I went alone. The restaurant was full so there was a lot of noise and it was difficult to talk to the chefs, but they were very friendly. I found the waitress (Melanie) charming and friendly. She recommended everything she would eat! hahaha. and she was right! It was “
“An Austin Gem and one that I hope stays around!Best and longest running Happy Hour in Austin!Saki Bombs and Saki (Pineapple and watermelon) are the best.edamame spicy and saltedCalimari is a hit or miss (change back the sauce to the OG sauce…. Taste exactly like BBQ SAUCE dip for Calamari…NOPEanything tempuraSpecialty rolls are epic 2024 update Yasss!Chorishis Fire is the bombShaggy dogGreen dragonShrimp Crunch - now under a new name get it with extra side of eel sauceGreat place to try and local!Parking: parking is aweful in the area and made for tourist since they moved from the Original location to a spot near the conference centerKid-friendliness: Lunch Only but honestly No go to Pf ChangsWheelchair accessibility: Yes available“
“Always, always awesome. Our server, Vy recommended the most fabulous sushi we may have ever had. (So much better than a recent trip to Uchiko.)Starting with edamame and Tuna Tataki, We shared a couple of rolls: Big Southern w Black ink Rice and Spicy Spider served with a perfectly chilled Sancerre. We followed with a very light and delicious Japanese tiramisu.The busy rhythm of the team of talented sushi chefs was a constant synchrony. No nonsense under iconic chef, Smoky's leadership. Genuine artistry. It was so special!Really, really really good.“
“A seemingly odd assortment of specific Asian fusion snack and dessert options with kind of a cute name. A weird sample platter of Japanese rice balls (onigiri) and filled fish shaped cake (taiyaki) , Korean shaved ice desserts (bing su), smoothies and boba. The fusion rice balls are tasty enough. The mango boba was very sweet and the tapioca balls could be softer. The combo's are a good deal. The guy taking our order at the counter was cheerful and nice.Not really a full meal / family dinner place. This place is more like a pretty good snack / hang out place. There are a lot of large tables and a good amount of space to hang out with friends.Parking is difficult with the shared lot with all the other restaurants and 99 Ranch.Parking: Parking is difficult with the shared lot with all the other restaurants and 99 Ranch.“
“Service was prompt. Place was clean and nice.No one came to check if the food was ok, I would have told them that the rice was crispy and dry. Like they got to the bottom of the rice cooker and gave me the drabs that were left at the bottom. Disappointing. The edamame was good. Sushi was good. Chicken katsu was ok-good... But Something missing can't quit place my finger on what. Tempura was above average. Agedashi tofu was flavourful. I liked the tofu actually....My friend had the bowl.. with grilled chicken teriyaki. Something in her bowl was extreeeeeemely salty. To the point where she had to ask for extra rice to try to make it edible.Now, her extra rice came out looking nice and plump and soft unlike my rice in the Bento Box I ordered.It's just almost sacrilege for a Japanese/ Asian restaurant to serve rice that's not right.Will try again again to see if I need to increase or further decrease the stars on this review.“
“an incredible experience. our server Liam was on point and very considerate to our celiac allergies. he went back and forth to the kitchen like 2000 times. thats service baby. the nigiri was to die for. overall would come back. back in parking is a pain tho“