Best japanese restaurants in Austin: find options near you

I’ve been here many times and I love the variety of sushi on the conveyor belt. I recommend visiting on a weekday as there isn’t a wait. Weekends are always very busy and you have to wait quite a while for a table, but you can check in ahead of time on the app and save some time. My most recent visit was on a Tuesday evening and my friend and I were able to walk right in and get a table right away. The sushi was good and I love the robot bringing out water and wasabi. That is always cute. There were plenty of choices of sushi and we had a nice variety. My only one minor complaint was the tamago was ice cold (the egg on top). It tasted like it had been thawed feom a freezer. That was disappointing. All the other sushi was nice though. Waitstaff was quick to come to the table when I needed anything. My friend really enjoyed it. This most recent visit was her first time here. I’ll definitely be back.

Great experience. Loved being able to order whatever we needed as we wanted it. And being able to call a real server if you needed to. The robot drink server was too cute 🙂 A little pricey but I can’t wait to go again.

This place is so cute and fun!

I adore the atmosphere of the place it’s very clean and service was very quick. We were seated immediately. They have the cutest little waiter (robot) who brings out your drinks. I love the ways to get gatchapon toys (little block figurines to build yourself) if you hit a certain number of plates!

They do show you how to get the plates out of the conveyor belt so don’t worry about that lol.

The sushi is made fresh there and tasted amazing. I love that the serving size was 2/3 pieces so we could sample a lot of different kinds. They also have a screen where you can order sushi and other menu items.

Overall I recommend this place and will go back again 10/10.

We had so much fun here! Came in the middle of the day, we were sat immediately, and everything was delicious. Ordering from the screen at the table was fun and easy, our drinks came to us via robot which was so cool. There wasn’t a single dish we had that we didnt love. Our group of 4 people ate 36 plates which was about $130. Depending on how many plates you eat you get prizes! We got 2 key chains from the 36 plates. Again we had so much fun. Will absolutely come again!

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar is definitely a novelty dining experience and worth trying at least once for the unique setup. The main attraction is the conveyor belt system, where a variety of sushi and small plates move past your table for you to grab as you please. It’s fun and different, but your experience can vary depending on where you’re seated. If you’re closer to the start of the belt, you’ll see a wide variety of fresh options. If you’re further down the line, you might be left with fewer choices as items get taken earlier.

Pricing is per plate, which makes it easy to try a little bit of everything, but it can also add up quickly if you’re not keeping track. Every so often, after a set number of plates, an animation plays on the small screen at your table, and sometimes you even receive a small toy or prize, which is a nice touch for kids or first-time visitors.

The food itself is decent, but nothing exceptional for the price once the novelty wears off. For me, it was more about the experience than the flavor, and it’s easy to overspend without realizing it.

Overall, it’s a fun spot to visit once just to see how it works and enjoy the novelty of sushi gliding past your table, but I wouldn’t make it a regular dining choice.

Everything about this restaurant makes me happy. From the incredible grade sushi, to the amazing customer service, and back around to the fun atmosphere! This is definitely a great spot to go on a date or a fast lunch from work, great location with fun surrounding stores and the prices aren’t absolutely outrageous. Definitely a favorite hidden gem in Austin!

Kura was a fun experience and the sushi was great for the price point. The variety of items on the conveyer belt surprised us and the robot that brings your drinks is a cool touch. My only downside was that the staff did not offer to explain how everything worked and they walked by the table many times without refilling the drinks.

vegan mazeman… brothless deliciousness

Great ramen restaurant in Round Rock. The No. 4 Spicy Bowl was perfectly cooked and had the right amount of heat. The portion was large so I had to take away the rest. My cousin has the No. 2 Pork Bowl which was a tad bit too salty. Service was excellent; staff were friendly and nice. I will definitely be back! Highly recommended.

Got the Miso-hot and the Shoy-me(think I spelled it right) and went with the suggestions from Ben. Spicy edamame was so good I added the sauce to my ramen bowl!
Fast, friendly service. Solid atmosphere and a great chat with the GM. He even gave us a recommendation for when we go back home to NC!

We had a fairly average experience. Nothing was really good or anything, but everything was alright. Nothing bad. It just exist. We got the Shoyu, the miso not, and a croquette. I didn’t particularly care for that last item, but it wasn’t bad. It just wasn’t for me.

We went with a mostly vegan group and everyone found a great option—everything was delicious and abundant.

I had the NU SKOOL vegan ramen (almond milk broth, tofu, mushrooms… the whole deal) and the curry rice bowl—both super tasty. We also shared some edamame to start.

Staff was really nice, water was easy to grab, and each table had a little center with napkins, utensils, everything you needed!

Chill vibes, good food, and super vegan-friendly. Would totally go back.

This was a good place! We ordered the chicken karaage, sho-yu tonkotsu, and the mi-so-not. Our order came out about 10 seconds after we put it in. Somehow, in that time, borne the chasu in the sho-yu and the karaage were overcooked, the noodles and the broth of both noodle dishes were excellent. The sauce the karaage came with was pretty good too. The restroom was cool too. It looked like something out of a Japanese horror film in a good way. Overall, it was a pretty good experience.

I mean what are you even doing still reading the reviews? Just go! I’ve been recommending this place to people for years and for good reason. I got the Mi-So-Hot, my wife got the Mi-So-Not, no modifications, no additions, no subtractions, just like the chef created it. Do it. Live.

My wife and I come here all the time for the fried cheese wantons and the steam dumplings (harami skirt steak being or close second favorite). Ashley was a great server and very attentive.
We’ll be back soon for another pitcher of beer and some yummy food. Thanks!

I usually eat in but today I just grabbed lunch. Jasmine took my order and handed it to me. She’s always great. My first visit was a year ago and she still has the best demeanor.

The atmosphere was quiet and welcoming… good vibes only

Today, I had the Spicy Beef ramen. It’s so flavorful and not too spicy actually. The ramen comes with a salad for $14.

Ashley!! Shout out to her, oh my goodness! Her attention!!, and she explained patiently every detail of the menu, and she delivered items explaining what was each type of meat and how long it was suggested to be cooked. The Kobe meat is out of this planet! I am definitely coming back with more friends! What a gem of Japanese cuisine! (Just change the music… play beautiful Japanese music and this would be 11/10)

This was our first time dining here, and wow — what a gem! From the moment we walked in, we felt like VIPs, and that’s largely thanks to Jasmine. She wasn’t just our waitress — she was our guide, our hype woman, and basically the highlight of our evening. Friendly, funny, and so knowledgeable, she made navigating the menu so easy and gave us some awesome recommendations we never would’ve thought to try.

The food? Phenomenal. Every bite was bursting with flavor, and the presentation was such a great experience!

Between the incredible dishes and Jasmine’s top-tier service, this meal felt more like an experience than just dinner. We’re already planning our next visit — and we’ll definitely be asking for Jasmine again!

Tobi was AMAZING! I’ve had the pleasure to dine in with Tobi 3 times and he’s been phenomenal each time! Thank you for going above and beyond when it came to ordering our delicious Chef’s Choice course and helping me choose a substitute for my food allergy! Can’t wait to have Tobi as our server again!

Truly delicious and a great choice for Restaurant Weeks in Austin!!! The service was fantastic and the food speaks volumes for itself. Highly recommend!

It was delicious! Our server Jenny was very attentive and came by our table whenever we needed! Green tea ice cream and seaweed soup hits the spot! Will definitely be back if we come back in Austin

This was a fun experience! Every dish that came out was more delicious than we expected. We especially loved the Spicy Toro hand roll, chili Hamachi, the crispy sushi tacos and the tempura Ebi.

We enjoyed our dinner. Given our recent experiences with some reputed sushi restaurants, Soto is way better. It is normally priced with upscale service and overall experience.
The only hiccup we felt was, we specifically reserved indoor table seating (not sushi counter or high top) while booking in open table but we were told at the restaurant that we will get what is available. I am not sure how the reservation is displayed at the restaurant end..but please make sure it is seen at your end and the guests get what they reserved for. We got it with a minor wait which was totally fine.
The fresh wasabi we got was not great considering the taste and consistency (it might be a one off thing with the root they used). We just mentioned it. They comped it to our surprise. There was no need for it but it was an example that the restaurant actually cares.
All nigiris we tried were really good. Service was fast and efficient. Servers were knowledgeable. It’s a place we would like to go back to.

Hands down the BESTTT sushi soooo fresh soo delicious. COME TO THIS PLACE NOW . The fish MELTED I mean MELTED in my mouth. SENT ME TO HEAVEN with EACH BITE. The uni pasta I MEAN and the Niku niku roll SET OFF FIREWORKS FOR ME -me after the first bite. Amazing service came w my boyfriend at like 9:00 on Tuesday after bat seeing and felt so bad but they still took us with a smile gave the best service. LEGIT the host lady SOOO SWEET. Our server who is also head bartender was amazing couldn’t have gotten a better server. THE BEST the GOAT gave us great recommendations and was amazing to talk to GREAT I mean GREATT service top tier. Too bad I don’t live in Austin currently was just visit my bf but next time I am back you can catch me there fr.something on the house I felt special. BEST experience. This gave me life I was sent to heaven and back and I saw colors after this meal no joke 100000000/10 recommend

Catherine was our waitress and she was amazing. All her recommendations were spot on and she is very knowledgeable about all the flavors. She also gave great drink and wine suggestions. Overall great experience and great food.

The food was phenomenal. Sushi was absolutely spectacular, with impeccably fresh fish served with interesting add-ons. We also really liked the miso soup, pork ribs, wagyu potstickers and little beef rolls with something incredibly delicious inside. Lamb lollipops were less amazing but the mushroom sauce that came with them was 10/10. The space is industrial and not too welcoming, and the noise level is high. Still, the food makes up for all flaws.

My girlfriend and I recently dined at Soto Sushi, expecting a high-end, quality meal to match the steep price point. We spent over $500 on our dinner, anticipating a flawless culinary experience. Unfortunately, what we received was anything but.

Within hours of leaving the restaurant, both of us were experiencing severe stomach upset, and we spent the better part of the next morning on the toilet suffering from what was clearly food poisoning.

The quality of the fish served at a restaurant of this supposed caliber is expected to be impeccable. Given our immediate and shared illness, it’s clear that the fish was not fresh or was improperly handled. At such an exorbitant price, this is not just disappointing—it is completely unacceptable and a serious health concern.

I am thoroughly disgusted by this experience and would strongly advise others to avoid this establishment. The high cost does not guarantee quality or, more importantly, safety.

Two different visits have put Soto on our top table list for Sushi. Imaginative, fresh, expressive and luscious riffs on so many cuts. The menu is extensive, the daily specials push us in different directions. And the knowledgable staff and wonderful service make it so easy to just give them the ball and enjoy the progressions. There’s also this thing they call “Happy Hour”, an ancient concept to be sure, but if you happen to be there at that time, the value proposition is even stronger. Great wine list and service with such a friendly, disarming approach. Naturally at this level, it is pricey, but not out of line, and the quality of cuisine and service is so impressive, even generous. We love Soto!

This was a very cute restaurant overall with great food. The food was so fresh and the fish were so tender. The only thing that we weren’t a fan of was that every nigiri piece you order comes with some type of topping which some were wonderfully paired while others missed the mark. Every type of salmon they had was hands down the best salmon we’ve ever had. Drinks were great as well.

We were sat in the aisle in a high top area which was fine- although it was extremely dark so impossible to read anything. Overall, a great restaurant with great food and good prices for what you get!

I’ve eaten here many times. I’ve been to many different sushi restaurants. This place and the quality of flavors are amazing. Everything is really great.
This is where you go to in Austin for Great sushi.
It’s so close to downtown, so I wish they had a better view of the city. The food is the star here.

I haven’t been to Uchi in quite some time. The sushi was just as I remembered. Truly can’t get any better. We made a mistake this time and ordered the tasting menu (it’s always so tempting because of the price) and it had too many cooked dishes for our liking. And yes, the server tried to warn us so nobody’s fault but our own. We ordered a few more sushi bites to compensate and we were happy with the outcome ☺️Next time, I won’t wait so long to revisit.

From the moment we stepped into Uchi Austin, my husband and I knew we were in for something special, and it exceeded every expectation.

Thank you for the recommendation #Grok4—this was a dining experience we’ll be raving about back in Tampa Bay!

Emma and the entire Uchi team were nothing short of exceptional. Their warmth, knowledge, and genuine passion for the food created an atmosphere that felt both welcoming and elevated.

Emma took the time to listen to our flavor preferences and curated a wonderful omakase experience that was perfectly tailored to our tastes.

The pacing of the meal was impeccable, each course arriving just as we were ready to savor the next, allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in the artistry of every dish.

Every bite was a yum , showcasing Uchi’s signature balance of fresh, high-quality ingredients and innovative flavor combinations.

Standouts included the **Otoro Nigiri**, a silky, melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece that was pure decadence.

The **Masu Crudo** (ocean trout) was a highlight with its buttery texture.

The **Lobster in Coconut Green Curry** was an intriguingly balanced dish, with the creamy coconut and vibrant curry complementing the tender lobster perfectly.

The **Namahotate** (dayboat scallop) nigiri, was clean & buttery sweet with a hint of sea salt.

And last but not least, the Pork Belly in delicate chili broth, accented with fragrant basil and cilantro, was a savory, herby delight that left us smiling.

The attention to detail, from the stunning presentation to the seamless service, made this evening truly memorable.

Uchi Austin is more than a restaurant—it’s a celebration of culinary creativity and hospitality.

Thank you, Emma and team, for an extraordinary experience that will have us dreaming of on our next visit from the #tampabay! #uchiaustin #ThirdHome #bridgetbrelandrealtor #austinfoodies

I love that Uchi continues to be a fantastic restaurant. We hadn’t been for several years and since then we’ve become vegetarian, which is great for us because Uchi offers many fun vegetarian options now! Here’s what we had:

Favorites:
yasai cure – my fav dish of theirs was the machi cure and I believe this is their vegetarian version. I was blown away that they could recreate this without fish. It was fantastic – perfect combination of flavors.

hana nigiri – really delicious and savory. Wouldn’t have guessed this was cauliflower.

Biendo – fantastic roll. Our waiter said it was their take on a spring roll. Light and fresh with bold flavors. It was wonderful

Broccoli katsu – holy crap this was fantastic. Perfect little bites of the best fried broccoli ever, with a wonderful dipping sauce.

Pretty good:
Sunomono – delightful light and crisp salad. Pretty tasty and fun. They always make things taste amazing with asian pears.

Kinoko skewer – delicious mushroom skewer. I liked the addition of the sauce and cilantro. I’d probably try the kinoko nigiri next time instead.

Korokke – these were so fun! The actually reminded us more of the katsu curry that we’ve had in the past. They were pretty hefty and flavourful – the sauce was totally unexpected in the best way

Pumpkin nigiri – it wasn’t on their menu but they brought it for my bday as a gift. The pumpkin was good but the little bit of topping tied it all together with a citrus delicousness

Wouldn’t get again:
Shag – This was their vegetarian version. Unfortunately, I wasn’t a fan – too many heavy ingredients and soft textures.

Service was excellent and everything was enjoyed with their wonderful sake.

Very nice experience here. The sashimi is what you want here. Fatty tuna and sake. Each dish was plated artistically which we appreciate when the portions are essentially exactly like in Japan, just enough to make you want more! Everything has a clean, fresh flavor. Each ingredient is pronounced and balanced. The menu is expansive giving something for almost everyone. Would be very boring to be a vegetarian or vegan here. The fish, caviar, and beef are outstanding.

Our server was Sara. Greeted us with a huge smile and eye contact. Super patient, explained the whole menu thoroughly, made thoughtful suggestions being first time diners and overall very genuine person.

Atmosphere was nice. Calming and not too loud. Appropriate music level and sound track. Restrooms were clean. Free valet so parking is a non-issue!

Will dine here again!

The food was delicious, I enjoyed every bite. Our server was also very friendly and attentive. The menu is vast and there are many options but we went with the tasting. The restaurant is also very nice inside but it can get pretty loud. I highly recommend this place!

Just Amazing and Accommodating! I made a reservation for my Brother’s Birthday since he loves sushi and I wanted to treat him for his first mini vacation in Austin. I have lived in Austin for about 5 years and as a vegan I have never tried Uchiko but after seeing their menu online it was the perfect restaurant for my not only my brother and I but also our plus ones! Our server Melissa was so sweet, welcoming, and made our first experience so much fun and pleasant! Melissa made sure each of us were satisfied and was consistent with refills, explained the menu to us, and helped make my brother feel special for his Birthday. He was so grateful for the experience he had a Uchiko and plans on visiting again. The ambiance of the restaurant was classy with warm comforting lighting, was not too noisy, and it was entertaining watching the chefs get in the zone. The food was mind blowing good! Each bite we took of our dishes made us pause, close our eyes, and savor every bite. From the drinks, to appetizers, entrees, and dessert we were pleased with our selections and the complexity of every meal, even the most simple dishes felt like a whole experience. We definitely plan on coming back to have others try Uchiko!

Food was incredible. Went during happy hour and had the nine-course tasting for two and it may be the best meal we’ve had in Austin. The fish was all very fresh with such a good combination of flavors. There was a pleasant surprise with the dry-aged steak as well which was simply amazing.

Uchiko was an excellent experience from beginning to end. We had a reservation (which I highly recommend as they are very popular) and were seated promptly on our arrival. Our server Elizabeth was amazing! Very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. My wife and I were on a bit of a time crunch as we had book a boat tour and only had about an hour and 45 minutes to dine before having to be on our way. After expressing this to our server we asked how long the omakase would take, as we wanted to sample different things from the menu, her response with a smile was “we can make it happen” and they delivered big time. She got us through 8 savory courses plus a bonus course and dessert all with time to spare. We didn’t feel rushed and she made sure we had everything we needed all while juggling multiple tables on a busy Friday night. The flow was perfect, the food was excellent, and the service was impeccable. This was honestly the best service experience we’ve had in a while (of course not counting the Michelin star restaurants we’ve dined at where top tier service is already expected) but was certainly at a similar level. In the end we paid $150 for omakase for 2, 2 drinks, and a side of brussel sprouts (which I highly recommend) and even left with a $50 gift card compliments of our server. This place hit all the marks for us. 100/5 would definitely eat here again.

Ambiance: 5/5
Service: 5/5
Food: 5/5
Price: $$$
Overall Value: 5/5

The food is very good but I think very expensive. There are many very good sushi restaurants in Austin just as good or better and much less costly. The only plus over other restaurants is they have unique items on their menu. It was worth trying once but I doubt we’d return. We had no complaints with any of the staff and some went the extra mile. They made sure to note it was our 25th Anniversary.

My husband and I went to Uchiko to celebrate our 15th anniversary and were excited to enjoy some high-quality sushi. We sat at the sushi bar, which we usually love because it gives us a front-row seat to the chefs and usually leads to great service.

The sushi was excellent—especially the dry-aged king salmon and the Otoro. Everything was fresh and flavorful. Our drink server was also fantastic.

Unfortunately, the food service at the bar was disappointing. The sushi chef behind the bar lacked customer service and engagement, which really took away from the experience. This was the first time I’ve sat at a sushi bar and felt like the service missed the mark.

Great food, but the overall experience didn’t live up to expectations.

Great food and ambience. They also serve excellent drinks. The “Milk and Cereal” dessert is a must-try and easily their best. Be sure to book in advance, as it’s very rare to get a walk-in for dinner.

Plenty of parking, there’s a parking lot and valet available. It’s in a complex so there are other parking areas available just a few steps away as well.

Food and service were amazing. As someone with a shellfish allergy but loves the sushi experience, there were still plenty of veggie (and even meat) sushi options. The menu can be overwhelming if you’re not as familiar with different sushi types but the server was very helpful in that regard and gave some wonderful recommendations.

The noise level was pretty loud, and it can be difficult to hear and talk to your table without raising your voice a bit.

Overall a great experience, pricy but this is expected, I would absolutely go back!

Ήταν η πρώτη μου φορά που δοκίμασα sushi. Μια από τις καλύτερες γευστικές εμπειρίες!

Sushi was yummy and I loved the appetizers we got (especially the okonomiyaki). The sushi was a bit westernized but it was unique so I still liked it. The service was also amazing (I accidentally double tipped but they returned the extra tip after I emailed them)

The pork buns were delicious and tender, although the flavor profile was a bit “basic”. The sushi was good – but I’m not sure if it was quite worth the price for what you might be getting. The menu overall was a bit on the pricier side of things, but what really stood out was the atmosphere! The lighting was warm, slightly dim, and had cultural pieces of decor.

Overall the restaurant was nice and had a pleasantly surprising vibe, but a more typical palate

I wanted to love this place!! It was a cute atmosphere and the drinks were delicious but service was horrendous – our server forgot to key in my drink and so I didn’t get it until the very end of our email with only one piece of sushi left. Then when we wanted to pay and leave our server was nowhere to be found we had to ask the hostess and she couldn’t figure it out either so we paid with another server. I wouldn’t go back but it was good for what it was. Waiting an hour for a table of 2 and it was so loud in there we couldn’t hear anything.

I got the bento box with the Philly sushi. It’s a great choice to try a little of everything. The staff were very friendly and helpful, walking me through the menu and explaining anything I was unfamiliar with. The food was amazing! Very flavorful! Would recommend

Cute, cozy spot for date night or just some good sushi. They don’t take reservations and they’re quite popular (for good reason) so get there early or late or plan to wait for a table because it’s first come first serve. Service is quick and attentive. Lots of drink options, their cocktails are quite good. Lots of sake to pair with the sushi. Their sushi is delicious, definitely one of the best in Austin. Their nigiri is excellent and their rolls are as well. Even their simple rolls were delicious. Their take on the classic spicy tuna roll is a must try as well. Would definitely dine here again.

Austinite interior for sure but most authentic Izakaya Japanese bar. It is more characterized as a restaurant but the sushi bar is where the experience is at. So, everyone knows izakaya is meant for sharing as it is bar food, great friend hangout

Chef’s tasting? Oh, absolutely. I don’t eat sushi that often, but this experience had me ready to convert. I did the 5-course chef’s tasting—chef’s choice all the way—and every plate was a little masterpiece. I’m not gonna list each dish (go check the menu if you’re curious), but just know it was fire from start to finish.

The vibe in this place? Straight-up dope. Cool, colorful, and cozy. Like Tokyo took a detour through South Congress and decided to stay.

Let’s talk drinks: I had the Seasonal Mule—vodka, peach, lemon, and ginger beer. Light, fresh, and a little feisty. I could’ve had two but I like to stay humble.

Bonus highlight: My granddaughter got the spinach and shiitake dumplings and y’all—she was in dumpling heaven. That girl doesn’t play when it comes to her food, and she gave ‘em the thumbs up.

They also have a happy hour menu that’s definitely worth checking out. I’m already plotting .

Food and service was great!

The deep fried dumplings were more of a pot sticker, but the pork dumplings were incredible and what you’d expect.

Their rolls are great as well – I like that don’t drizzle the sauces over the rolls so it’s an option instead of part of the roll

My wife and I had dinner here for the first time. I heard a lot of good things about this place and they were all confirmed.

We had a meal that ranged from traditional Japanese sushi to fusion dishes like barbacoa dumplings.

Here’s our order:
Japanese Whiskey – Legent (it’s was excellent)
Spicy Edamame
Brussel Sprouts
Crispy Barbacoa Dumplings
Haramasa Serrano
Wagyu Short Rib Nigiri
Crispy Pork Belly Kakuni
Voltron Roll
Chefs Choice Nagiri

There were at least a dozen other menu items that were order worthy, but you can only eat so much!

We had a great time. The staff was kind, prompt and knowledgeable. Our server (Willow) was awesome. The entire vibe of this place can make you feel like you’re in a scene from some sort of Japanese gangster flick.

We’ll be back!

Cute place located in a good shopping and other food district. Street and close parking. It has traditional Japanese seating and normal design. Probably can do 2-6 for seating. We did not have a reservation however I do recommend it if you want to be sure to get a seat. The food was great excerpt for the ramen. I would not come here for ramen. But the Bao buns, and everything else was delicious. There is indoor and outdoor seating.

I love sushi, and this was truly the best sushi experience I had in my life! I highly recommend this place. Reservations are recommended, however, we went around 515 which was a good timing. First off, parking was fairly easy of Congress. Second off, we were able to get a table for two fairly easy. I believe between 5 and 7 PM is happy hour which includes many of their popular dishes with significant discounts. I cannot recommend this place enough, and definitely will be coming back when I can.

I had the best sushi here 7 years ago and was looking forward for a return. However today’s experience was drastically different. I ordered the same thing (a bowl of Chirashi”), the fish along with other toppings are the thinnest slices I’ve ever seen. Not to mention the quality was also questionable. I look at this 1mm thick fish and avocado and felt speechless (see my pictures). Wow, this place has reduced itself to such level. I won’t be back again.

Lucky Robot absolutely lives up to the hype. The ambiance is cozy, cute, and effortlessly cool — the kind of place that makes you want to linger a little longer.

I was especially impressed with the nigiri, which was to die for — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The rest of the rolls were just as delicious, each bite better than the last. Solid 9 from me. It’s the perfect spot if you’re craving high-quality sushi in a vibey setting.

嘗試美國的日本拉麵店。
首先，餐廳裝潢設計確實濃濃的日本風格，筷子湯匙，加上湯碗，讓人身處絕對日本味道的拉麵餐廳。
豚骨湯頭確實相當濃郁，麵條口感絕佳，糖心蛋原汁原味，豐富的高麗菜提升了口感，若能降低一點點的鹹度會更棒。
醬油口味的拉麵會較為清爽些，叉燒處理得頗為入味，味道好極了。
餃子與唐揚雞，味道相當好，完全不馬虎。
值得推薦的餐廳。

After eating at almost every other Ramen Tatsuya location we decided to give the East 6th Street location a try and man were we impressed. The restaurant’s decor is very nice but the real star is the back alley they have. The alley features a few booths and an open area with a bar that you order food and drinks from. There’s a water jug out there and you can get cups at the bar to self serve from it. Ordering was quick and the food came out fast as well but I will say that if you need a fork or soup spoons you should ask when your food arrives because we couldn’t find any once our waiter was gone. As for the food itself, it was pretty good. We’ve eaten so much at this chain that we have concluded you will never receive lower than a 7/10 bowl here, in this outing’s case we would put the bowls around 8 to 8.5/10. The OG is always flavorful and well balanced; lately we’ve been enjoying the Shoyu and its different toppings as well. For a quick dinner before you lose yourself in the chaos of Dirty Sixth, we highly recommend this Tatsuya location.

Ramen Tatsu-Ya in Austin is a rare find in ramen excellence. Including the recent special, there are nine different ramen bowls on the menu, two of which are vegan. In addition, they have a nice selection of flavor “bombs” available, from which you may add to taste. Extra toppings are available as well. Small bites like edamame and gyoza, and sides like rice and salad can also be found on the menu. For me, I went with the featured special and dove right into a most delicious bowl of Texas Tonk Brisket Ramen. I don’t think I’ve ever had a ramen bowl quite so unique and flavorful. Between the pork broth, brisket juices, the jalapeños, and the house “Thunder Oil”, my mouth exploded in an absolutely wonderful flavor orgasm, and my face was on fire – all in a good way. Server Armand was most friendly and attentive throughout my visit. Highly recommended.

Broth delicious. Toppings delicious. Egg delicious. Noodles good. Ambience good. Service was fast. Is it really so hard? Stop sitting at home being all jelly and come get one of the best bowls of ramen in Austin.

The dine in looks amazing ! The worker who took our order was helpful and nice (forgot his name) . The ramen were so delicious totally recommend!!! My boyfriend ordered the crawmen and I ordered the MI-SO-HOT but with pork . They were both delicious ! And also the gyozas fried!!!

I also got the strawberry lemonade but I did not like it, it was more sour and can barely taste the strawberry but my boyfriend liked the regular lemonade

I had the curry ramen at Ramen Tatsu-Ya and it was phenomenal! The broth was rich, flavorful, and had the perfect level of spice. Every ingredient felt thoughtfully chosen and the noodles were perfectly cooked—chewy and satisfying. The atmosphere was fun and energetic, and the service was quick and friendly. Easily one of the best ramen experiences I’ve had. I’ll definitely be coming back to try more! Highly recommend!

This ramen was the best I had in a while. The chili oil gyoza was the icing on the cake. Even my mom who’s never had ramen said it was a 5 out 5!!!!!! I will be back next time I’m in Austin.

Great seafood place in Texas! Never thought I would get decent sushi place while visiting in Texas, but yes I really liked the Mero seabass here. Sashimi sampler is also great for its price!
Food did take a bit to comeout but i guess they were cooking it from scratch. Would come here again!

Really solid sushi restaurant. Although it’s Japanese, the waiter and the hostess were speaking Mandarin Chinese when deciding what table to put us at (totally fine, just outside my expectation). The atmosphere feels nice and relaxed. My wife got the bento box with eel and I got two types of rolls; Texas and Philadelphia. Really tasty!

This is my first time came here. The atmosphere of the restaurant is clean. The food is very fresh. There are many menus and it is very delicious. Price reasonable The staff is very nice service mild and good recommend food for us. Also restroom is clean. I recommend it for those who like Japanese food. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

I ordered the California Roll, Squid Teriyaki, and Seafood Udon. Out of the three, the California Roll was the best. I was a bit disappointed to find that the seafood wasn’t very fresh—the squid and the seafood in the udon weren’t up to par. The atmosphere inside was pretty comfortable, and the staff were friendly, but they really need to work on the freshness of the squid.

Love this place! 2nd time here to celebrate Mother’s day! Generous portions and the main sushi chef is awesome! Wished the other one was there too when we were there the first time last year. It was very busy and for a Friday night of course. Our waitress was good too although she would disappear and would take a while for her to return. But all good. We understand as we were chowing down all the yummy sushi!

I really wanted to like this place. I’ve passed by it so many times and was excited to finally give it a try. To start on a positive note, the restaurant itself is nicely done and has a great atmosphere. My server was amazing! Attentive, friendly, and the food came out at a good pace. The soup was warm and delicious, though I wasn’t a big fan of the salad.

I ordered the sushi combo roll and sashimi. The roll had good potential, but the spicy mayo completely overpowered it—it was way too mayo-forward, and most bites were just too heavy. As for the sashimi, the fish was okay but a bit too thickly cut. If it had been super fresh, I wouldn’t have minded, but it was a bit tough to eat and I ended up not finishing my plate.

Fish can definitely be tricky, so I’m hoping it was just an off day. Maybe I’ll give it another shot sometime down the road!

Pretty good sushi. I really enjoyed the fatty salmon rice bowl. The portion was good. I think it’s a little pricy for the quality though. We also got the ten piece sashimi sampler. Also pretty good, better price to quality. Overall I would not mind coming back.