I had adjusted my expectations of dining at Joi based on the Yelp reviews. I'm very loyal to my usual sushi places so I was not crazy about trying something new but it was my friend's birthday and she picked the place. I started off with a Yuzu mimosa and with that, I started feeling that Joi was a good choice. We ordered the pork and shrimp shumai, the chicken and truffle dumplings and the beef potstickers to share. The beef potstickers were an overall favorite. The ginger ponzu was extremely tasty. We ordered a Texas roll, a Joi signature and a Viva roll. None of them were impressive but they were good enough. The quality of the fish was average and we didn't get sick which is already a win. If you're at the Domain and wanting sushi Joi is a good option. The service was great and the food was better than I expected. read more

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I've been to JOI several times this year, and was there again twice in October 2024. Their staff and food quality are very consistent--reasonably fast and friendly. The food is pretty good: all of the dumplings are very good, and their rolls range from decent to great. The sashimi is good (I keep coming back for their salmon and toro). They have a decent Sake list but they are spotty on Japanese beer selection--one night they may not have anything but Kirin and another they may have only have Sapporo (no Asahi anymore ). I'd recommend this spot if you're in this part of the Domain and looking for some Sushi or dumplings, but there are certainly better places for each in the northern Austin area. read more

My fav happy hour or lunch/dinner spot in the domain. Great cocktails and wine list, and amazing sushi/Asian fusion menu. Mario gives the best service at the bar. I've done business dinners here as well as casual pop ins when I'm shopping around. Overall a great domain spot for a drink or food !! read more

Weird experience here. Service was friendly but absent minded. Had to remind our server a few times on drinks, food etc. At one point we were told the bar was "backed up" when we could clearly see both bartenders were seeing if they balance a bottle on their index finger. Clearly not their fault but the server used that as excuse for forgotten cocktails. Food was uneven. Starters like rock shrimp, Brussels sprouts, and dumplings were very good. The fish quality on the rolls and sashimi was not great. Entrees were even worse, with tough overcooked orange beef and cloyingly sweet sesame chicken. Chicken fried rice was very flavorful but we did not like the chicken being battered and fried. Entree portions were small for price. Nothing we tried was unique or special. Definitely going for a trendy club like atmosphere with loud pop and EDM tunes. Pretty fun but not the place if you prefer conversation without having to raise your voice. read more

Lovely experience. Delicious food, great vibes. A bit pricey but to be expected in the Domain. I wasn't expecting the food to be so good, but it was! The fish was so fresh and the flavors were complex! read more

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I wouldn't recommend eating here. The kitchen has more mice than food, roaches everywhere in the back including the soy sauce and more nats than customers. The bartenders serve drinks in filthy glasses. Massimo the manger has his head so far up his own ass he treats all the employee's with zero respect. He's lazy, hypocritical, and never listens to find resolution. If you are a person of any color besides white, the whole restaurant will push you out and make you uncomfortable. They never follow closing times and close whenever they feel reservation or not. If you're looking for good sushi I would recommend bluefin or Tomodachi off Palmer. Joi is closing down to turn into a Mexican restaurant in the up coming months as well. Terrible business practice at this place. read more

Joi was okay. The menu is small and feels like it is lacking. The food we got was good, but nothing I will crave or be excited to go back for. The waiter was nice, but not super attentive. A lot of time wait staff were standing around talking and I noticed other customers looking around for them. I will say the restroom and restaurant were clean and well decorated. I'm not sure I'll be going back unless it is because someone else really wants to go there. read more

food is great. Chris rocks. my work dinner location for the domain. i had the lobster roll and that was amazing. Also we had the steak roll which was surprisingly spicy. go here. read more

So, we decided to check out JOI and it was a solid choice. Got seated right away, and our waitress, who mentioned she was new, was an absolute delight--friendly, attentive, the whole nine yards. We dug into a couple of options like the Viva Rolls, Smoking Texas Rolls, and Pork Gyoza, all of which hit the spot. And those Shishito Mango Margaritas? Pretty dang good ! The place had a nice vibe, perfect for a chill date night. Only hiccup was a puzzling charge for a mixed bev but it didn't spoil the fun. We'll definitely be back for another round. Good food, good drinks, good times. read more

Very city ambience vibes, with loud music on a Friday night - if you're into that. Awesome cocktails, decent vegan selection - my only issue was that every time I asked a qn on the vegan item, the answers from the waiter were a bit ambiguous. The service was excellent though. read more

Cozy spot serving fresh sushi and Asian style small plates. Was not impressed with the salmon salad. It was $12 and had about 3 tiny pieces of smoked salmon and barely any dressing. Not worth the $12 whatsoever- thankfully it got comped. We also had the veggy roll- it was okay. I'm addition we ordered the pork dumplings and beefpotstickers. Those were okay but couldn't justify the price for such a small serving. The spicy edamame was delicious. Drinks on point. I was a little disappointed with the food this visit. The last time I ordered the sushi platter which was excellent. I would say stay away from the cooked food and go for a sushi platter instead. read more

Joi - Here comes the sun - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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My first time here.. restaurant was warm and inviting and decor was outstanding... was getting a to go order.. so was given a menu and looked it over waitress 1 came over and I guess I took too long so she handed me off to another person.. was deciding what I wanted since the eggplant dish I wanted was not available. Second waitress was I. Such a hurry she didn't even notice my sushi order. They didn't charge me for the sushi and I didn't get it. Was dissatisfied. Now for the food. Nothing special and not worth the price. Rice was mi Ute rice and oils. The guy don had some meat but was mostly mushrooms and fried onions. And egg.. not that great tasting. Sad was hoping this place was going to be great. But nope. Will not be back. read more

I came to Joi with a few friends for brunch to catch up and the experience was great overall, but the food was not as great. The restaurant is very aesthetically pleasing and has a great atmosphere! Our server was super friendly and attentive throughout our time there. Definitely great service! I wanted to order the chicken and waffle sliders, but they ran out, so I ordered the Salmon Poke instead. Not my best choice... This poke dish was 80% white rice. I could get more fish ordering from the many poke places around Austin. The poke was still good, nothing special, but not bad. I just think it was an expensive bowl of rice basically. I would probably come back and try out some better menu options like the chicken and waffle sliders, but definitely not ordering any poke here. read more

Joi - Salmon Poke - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

We loved this place and was so happy to celebrate a birthday there. The food was delish and fresh! What I loved is that they had plenty of choices for land lovers too. The chicken fried rice is so unique and tasty. It has fried chicken pieces in it!! Love love love... The staff was so wonderful. Very interactive, prompt servicing and smiles. We plan on returning, I'm eager to try their happy hour. read more

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I don't typically write negative reviews, but the service was THAT horrible I felt compelled to. Restaurant wasn't busy, yet took 30 minutes to bring out a single spicy tuna roll. All of the servers / hosts were standing around on their phones. It took 40 minutes to receive our starter item (4 pork xiao long bao) The food itself was okay, it's hard to mess up a spicy tuna roll. The xiao long bao was overcooked. Our server was not attentive whatsoever which negatively impacted the experience. read more

Food is great. We tried veggie tempura, edmame, torisho ramen and chicken fried rice. All dishes were nicely presented and prepared well. Service is great and prompt and ambiance is worth visiting, but my go only if you have run out of topics to talk about since music was loud enough to rival that of a dance floor. read more

I have been here 5 times already. I hardly go to Japanese places but this place is more of an Asian fusion restaurant. The ambience is good. Music can be a little over the top. But I absolutely love the Tofu Bun! I came with several friends and they all loved it too. My vegetarian wife loves the vegetarian sushi here so we keep coming back ti have the same stuff over and over again with the same delight. For the desserts, their jasmine panna cotta is a stunner and a must try. read more

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One of my favorite places to go in Austin! I love the vibes, it reminds me of a restaurant in New York or Miami city. The menu is extensive with lots of fusion options! I got the Korean fried chicken which was very flavorful but also Super small portion. The sushi (mostly nigiri) tasted very fresh with good quality sushi rice. I also loved their cocktails as well. Overall a solid place for food! We parked at a garage and walked a couple minutes to get to the place. read more

Joi - Korean fried chicken - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I like the ambience at Joi. They have lots of outdoor seating during covid. Joi is an Asian fusion restaurant with hints of Japanese, Korean, Chinese and Americanized food. It's similar to Soto South Lamar but at least I didn't leave hungry. I ordered the Koji Marinated Gyu Don for $28 and it was way too salty. It was kind of like a Korean dolsot bibimbap, with rib eye steak, doused in an entire bottle of soy sauce marinade. The waiter served and tossed it for me, but he poured the entire bottle of soy sauce marinade into my sizzling bowl of rice and rib eye. Any crispiness the rice had had become soggy and the dish almost became inedible. It would have been much more palatable had he left the bottle on the table and allowed me to control the saltiness. Way too salty for $28. My husband said his sushi was just ok for the high price. read more

Joi is not what it used to be! It used to be my favorite but the service was not good. Many employees standing around talking and laughing in the dining room. My Brussels sprouts weren't cooked long enough and the angry crab roll didn't taste as fresh as it used to! read more

My wife and I had seen this place in passing, but didn't really know what it was about. We looked at the website and saw it was a Lombardi restaurant, so we had to check it out. We booked an outside table for dinner. Our server Bella was really great, answered all our questions, and made us feel special. The drinks were delicious. We tried a bit of everything, sushi, tempura, steak, dessert and everything was great. The ribeye was a little too fatty for my taste, but still good. We'll definitely be back. We really enjoyed everything. Can't beat the outdoor seating, to enjoy the weather. Quality was everything we expect from a Lombardi restaurant. Love it. read more

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BEST! Restaurant in Austin/The Domain area!! Dylan was the BEST server, he knew so much about the menu and helped us have the greatest night! Such a gem in Austin! P.s. The Brussel sprouts were probably some of the best I've ever had! Highly recommend sharing/family style! Had such a great time!‍‍ read more

Joi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Excellent service! Excellent food! Oscar served our table and made our first experience here an easy and pleasurable one. We'll definitely be back and looking forward to trying the other great sounding items on the menu. Everything was super delicious. My wife especially loved the Hirame (yellowtail). David the manager stopped by our table to ensure I made the best choice based on my particular food allergies. All in all, we can't wait to be back! Thanks everyone for a great night out celebrating my wife's birthday! read more

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Superseded expectations! I was walking around the area with a friend and we were searching for a great restaurant. When we first walked by the aromas took us back. We kept walking and looking but found ourselves returning to "that one place that smelled so amazing". After a careful 30 seconds deliberation, it was clear this was the place to try, and I'm glad I did! They have an extensive wine, cocktail, sake list and food options that made it difficult to not have everything on the menu! We had the spicy edamame and shishito peppers to start. So lightly tossed in oil and cooked to perfection. The spices were fresh and clean! I also was very impressed by the seaweed salad, as it's nothing I've ever had before in the way it was presented. Very clean and fresh. For main course I had the rock shrimp fried rice and my buddy had the vegetable ramen. I was jealous of how amazing his ramen looked, but then one good bite of the friend rice took me to another place of pleasure. The crunch on top, mixed in with the vibrant yet light flavors had me knowing I've had one of the best fried rice dishes in some time. Finished the night with the Vietnamese Coffee Martini and my friend has the chocolate moose. I had to try his dessert and it was to die for. So silky and unassuming in flavor. Truly decadent. And the martini was well done and complimented the entire night. I will be returning here to try more amazing dishes! read more

Joi - Rock Shrimp Fried Rice - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Joi brings a piece of NY back to Austin with their upscale, yet trendy ambiance. With the contrast of the beautiful decor and the DJ playing the latest hits - this is a great place to come with friends for a nice Sunday brunch. There was a lot to choose from and I got: - Joi Signature Sushi: spicy tuna, shrimp, with spicy and tangy garlic ponzu sauce. This has to be some of THE BEST sushi I've had. It's so fresh, so flavorful. Highly suggest you try this! - Nashville Hot Chicken Bao: you take a light, fluffy milk bun and contrast it with a rich spicy fried chicken to create a combo that you GOT to try. One of the most unique bao's I've had. - Tempura French Toast: simple, yet delicious. I don't get French toast often (mainly since I get waffles or pancakes first), but this also had to be some of the best I've had. Crunchy outside, soft bready inside - perfect! - Okonomiyaki: this is a Japanese omelette with bacon. I got to say, I really liked it. Y'all know I don't like egg, but this had a lot of flavor and a great texture that isn't runny or rubbery like most eggs can be. Pretty unique dish as well. - Crispy Gochujang Chicken Wings: yes. just yes. - Chicken & Truffle Dumplings: crispy edge, tender filling - comes with a wasabi-miso aioli and hint of lime. What can I say? It was great! - Kamaboko: stuffed with crab and cream cheese and comes with sweet chili sauce. My first time having Rangoons and I was highly satisfied!! - Jasmine Panna Cotta: comes with a black sesame honey and I got to say: it's essentially like a light, floral flan. Gelatinous outside, creamier inside. I liked this. It was a nice, light way to end off the meal! - Sake Mimosa: white peach sake, orange juice, sparking wine?? Amazing. The white peach sake tones it down a bit with the peach and I am here for it. You mimosa fans need to try! All in all, you'll read that I tried many things for the first time as well as had high regards to items I typically don't get and that's because they use high-quality ingredients and cooking preparations to deliver so much flavor. Every dish here was great, the customer service was outstanding, the ambiance is fun, and the prices although may be perceived as being high, are very worth it for what you get! I give this place a solid 5/5 for being outstanding!! read more

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Such a great experience! Restaurant is super cute, staff are friendly, and food was delicious! The cocktails were pretty and also tasted so good! I went with my husband and baby, and we all had a great time. I highly recommend them! read more

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Joi is a really solid restaurant option at the domain. We rarely make it up to north Austin, but when we do, we make a point to go here! The food is really really good and the ambiance is nice. I recommend sitting on the patio. The Lobster Tacos are an amazing starter along with the chicken and truffle dumplings. We then got the Fire Kiss roll which was incredible and the Gyu Don stone pot rice. This was the perfect amount of food for 3 people and we loved every bit of it! read more

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Delicious Brunch Spot. We sat outside under the trees and it was so beautiful. Let's start with our service. The Host who greet us was so friendly and inviting. She was an absolute delight! Our waiters were nice, very knowledgeable about the menu and options. He even helped me with setting up my drink photo. Food: we ordered a lot just to try several options. First, the spicy edamame so spicy so good and is probably my number 1 spicy edamame in Austin. $6 (5stars) Second we had the Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken. So crunchy and just the right spice, perfect for a starter not a meal. Order multiples of you have more than 2 people. 5 small pieces $12 (3 stars) Next we had the chicken karaage and waffle. My husband loved the waffle. The texture was perfect, light and fluffy. It came with a marinated egg which was a nice little extra. Perfect flavor combos. $16 (4.5 stars) I ordered 2 Spicy Tuna Rolls and a Philly Roll just because I wanted to try their sushi! They did not disappoint. Fresh, nice size portion and size pieces. The spice was not overwhelming and the amount of cream cheese in the Philly was well balanced. $8-$9 (5 stars) Now to our favorite favorite part the cocktail. I ordered the Breakfast Champs Martini. This gin based cocktail was everything! Light refreshing perfect for the patio. The bergamot and chamomile syrup with the lemon was a perfect combo. It was beautifully served chilled with a flower. $10 (10 stars). I honestly wished I had gotten another one. The tables around us ordered some beautiful tiki and unique cocktails that I want to go back and try. Overall great experience we will definitely be back. I want to go for dinner! read more

Not good. Sushi was warm like it was sitting out. Yuk. Service was very half ass. Very disappointed in the expensive place.i didn't even finish half a roll before leaving. read more

Joi - Look how dirty and disorganized. - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

The lobster tacos ($14) were so good, loved the crispy shell and the mango salsa complimented the rich lobster perfectly. Looks small, but each bite was rich in taste. The chicken & truffle dumplings ($10) were also tasty, more soft versus crispy as described. The wasabi-miso aioli sauce was very interesting, really yummy and paired well with the dumplings. Overall, high quality food but as snacks/appetizers, these were a bit pricey at these portions, in my opinion. read more

Joi - Chicken & Truffle Dumplings - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The establishment is very nice. The wonton soup and the spicy hamachi roll were very pleasing. The flavors were very balanced. I recommend you come here if you want a upscale asian style meal. They do not have a lot of traditional options but make up for it with great sushi options. read more

Three stars for the menu! I came at 11 and waited for about five minutes before deciding to eat at Culinary Drop out. Staff members seen walking around but no host to seat us. Time is money & finite. Will update my review to include food the next time I visit. read more

The food was delicious, the drinks were amazing, the service was perfect, and the ambiance is definitely something I could get used to at least once a week. I can't wait for them to start their brunch menu too. Our server was so mindful and professional, and the floor manager and other servers were also very attentive. From the moment you walk into the restaurant, you feel welcomed and comfortable. The best dining experience I've had in a very long time. read more

Joi - Death By Katana - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I didn't wanna love this place because I'm kind of not into the new super trendy places in the domain and in Austin in general.... I figure they're about style rather than substance. But, yeah, the ambience here is lovely and "hip" unlike this old Austin hippie, but you know what? They have some damn good food! And their service has always been impeccable. My sweet daughters took me there for Mother's Day on Monday so we could miss the crowds and it was so delicious and relaxing! We had the veggie sushi roll, the shishito peppers, the veggie Ramen with tofu, the Asian ribeye and it was just as delicious as the first time I went! I love this place and I'm not going to shy away from places like this just because I don't feel like I fit in! I do! This is my town too and I really enjoy Joi!!!! read more

The appetizer tofu buns were AMAZING! The buns are super soft and the tofu is seasoned well with a good crispy outside. The Mayo on the inside was a great way to top it off with more flavor. I had the crab roll and it was okay, tasted good but nothing to go crazy about. The dragonfruit cocktail was super delicious! read more

LOVE LOVE LOVE Decided to grab lunch in north side domain. Came across this gem and it did not disappoint. Everything we ordered was flavorful, good portion, and worth the money. I'm a big fan of shishito peppers and let me tell you, they are not overly sweet and they have a very nice kick. The salmon bento box can definitely feed two if you're not a big eater. The Asian salad was nicely plated and refreshing. The mango shishito margarita was refreshing and had a little spice to it, which I very much enjoyed. We have already deemed this place a go to for us. So we will definitely be back. read more

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$22 was the after tip price for chicken karaagge and a hot tea. The chicken was good but took a long time to arrive and it was literally 5 bite sized pieces on a bed of crunchy slaw. This town has become mad. I won't be back. Rip-off is what comes to mind. read more

Good food and great location. Really nice place to go to when the weather is nice. Easy to stay distant from others with outdoor seating. read more

Joi - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

I think Joi is one of my top 5 favorite restaurants at the Domain! I'm very impressed by their drinks, food and service! I ordered the lobster tacos, crispy chicken wings and angry crab roll! I was highly satisfied with my whole order! I look forward to my next visit. read more

Joi - Lobster Taco - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

THE WAIT IS OVER!!! Food was great, vibe was sexy... We went on friday evening around 6pm. Not too busy but it was picking up as the eclectic (but good) DJ showed up. My husband and I shared Chicken Fried Rice, Tempura Shrimp, Grilled Salmon, and 2 orders of Pork Gyoza (after trying them we HAD to get a 2nd order ). Everything I put in my mouth was FIRE! Our compliments to the chef AND the interior designer! The design of the space inspired our entire dinner conversation. Can't wait to go back! read more

Joi - Death By Katana drink, presentation was a surprise and it was really good! - Asian Fusion Near Me - Austin, Texas

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