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    Cam H.

    Kappo Kappo was such a special experience, left me speechless. The entire place has an incredible vibe: intimate, stylish, and perfect for celebrating something memorable. It is on the pricier end but it was worth it. From the moment we walked in, the chefs (who are twins!) were so warm and welcoming. They were incredibly sweet, courteous, and made the whole experience feel personal. What really stood out was how intentional every single dish was. They were all so beautifully decorated too. You can tell so much thought goes into the flavor combinations, each component complements and balances the other beautifully. Nothing felt random, every bite felt carefully crafted. The Japanese wagyu completely melted in my mouth. I actually loved that they paired it with American wagyu as well, which added a nice balance and contrast. And the seared fatty tuna was unforgettable: smoky, buttery, and incredibly flavorful. Definitely can't wait to come back! I initially wasn't sure if adding truffle would be worth the extra cost, but honestly it ended up being such a fun part of the experience. Watching them absolutely shower your plate with truffle was hilarious and indulgent--definitely a "make it rain" moment. Overall, such a thoughtful and memorable dining experience. Amazing food, amazing hospitality, and a perfect spot for a celebration.

    Best experience with a meal ever had. Everything was coursed to perfection. So fun to watch the meticulously prepare every little piece.

    Adrienne C.

    What an amazing French-inspired omekase dinner experience this was! We ended up splurging, and two of us got the wine pairing and another got the sake. I also tried the strawberry Sakura cocktail and it was outstanding. Very personal experience at the chefs table, with each of the head chefs as well as their team members coming to speak to us about each course and the sommelier shared her knowledge about the sake and wines. It would not have been the same experience if we had been sitting at regular tables vs chefs table, so I encourage you to go when that seating is available. We loved the upscale modern vibe that drew upon Japanese influences. Not for the budget conscious. All in all, dinner, wine pairing, and cocktail was over $400 for one, but worth it if you're in the mood for a special treat.

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    Sabrina B.

    Kappo Kappo is the new it-spot in town for the fancy meal that may as well have the potential to change the way you see food. Kappo, meaning to cut / cook, is rightly named after the twins Haru & Gohei's philosophy to showcase the many ways food can be prepared. Whether it's a snack, an aperitif, sushi, braised, grilled, or whatever it may be, you are bound to get a journey of Japanese cuisine prepared in a very technically French way. These two Japanese chefs hail from France and spent a good 7 or so years in Japan with a love of both specialized and local ingredients executed in ways learned from both countries. Examples of the tasting menu include salmon mi cuit, a gougère with A5 wagyu and caviar, pecan-based yakimiso to pair with the most tender A5 wagyu, and a chawanmushi that beats the rest in Austin (even places with a higher price tag). Whatever you get out of the 11 or so courses are bound to be delicious and a perfect blend of French and Japanese roots. Cocktails run a little pricey, but they are made with a great balance. There is a sake or wine pairing with a very fair price to add onto. The surroundings look out of an Architectural Digest magazine with an appreciation for great serveware and lighting that could make me believe it's some type of Noguchi lamp. The service is impeccable while the two are warm, friendly, conversational, educational, and excited to share the menu with you. Expect to see this place on everyone's recommendations list soon!

    Japanese and American Wagyu, assorted condiments, rice, and miso soup
    Kim P.

    While I would love to give them stars based purely on the taste of food and the brothers' personalities, coming to Kappo Kappo is an expensive endeavors that competes with so many other Omakase experiences in town, and at this very moment, it's not quite a 5-star experience to me (YET). To get to the point, the food is good, technique shines through, there's variety which I appreciate, and I was actually full afterward (which isn't always the case with Omakase). There's a good mix between lighter and heavier, of fish and meat, of savory and sweet. We got fresh fish, but we also got Wagyu, we got rice, and we even got soup. Oh, and there're vegetables! What else could you ask for in an Asian meal? The atmosphere and set up are where I hope they continue refining and addressing. Music was way too loud and gives of a hotel bar vibe. It's like the bar outside just continues into what's supposed to be an intimate space and experience. Synchrony with the flow needs work, they can't pause to tell everyone each course they're serving because it's just so damn loud. The space is also interesting. It's somewhere in the middle of intimate and not so intimate. There's the counter, but there're also tables in the back (similar to the set up of their sando pop up, just more glamorous). To bring food to those in the back requires the chefs/servers to go all the way around the bar, which cuts into efficiency and make things look chaotic in a relatively small space. Maybe that's the vibe they're wanting to achieve, but the space itself might be a smidge small for all the people moving about and all the noises. They're also very new and will need time to iron out all the kinks - hopefully we'll support them enough so that we'll get to a point that this is one of the top omakase experiences in Austin. I would definitely still recommend that you give Kappo Kappo a try and form your own opinions because the good (the food along with the brothers' experience and personalities) certainly outweigh the not-yet-good.

    Daphne L.

    Kappo Kappo is one of the best dining experiences in Austin hands down. It was definitely a true blend of french and japanese and not just sushi- in fact, only a little sushi. The restaurant is beautiful inside. There is a large sushi bar which has a full view of the kitchen and prep areas. There are also tables. I highly recommend sitting at the bar to watch and interact with the chefs and preparers. Only downside was that it was a little hard to hear each server because they all presented each dish and spoke at the same exact time. The cost with tax and tip is roughly $250 pp not including drinks. Yes, that's very expensive- but also had lots of expensive fish and wagyu cuts and certainly had excellent preparations (for Austin). The least expensive 6oz sake pour was $24 which turned into $34 with tax tip and fees- they let you choose your glass as well.

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    Bo B.

    Exquisite, very well executed, and clean omakase. This place deserves a Michelin star. You can feel the Japanese French fusion of each course. Each course was delicious. Loved the wagyu dishes and the torched otoro.

    Megan L.

    I genuinely think Kappo Kappo might be my top 5 favorite restaurants of all time, and my best friend who was visiting from NYC says it's her top 1. That's a pretty good summation sentence of our experience that we had here. We both love trying omakase and Michelin-star restaurants, so it's incredible that Austin has such a memorable and stunning restaurant because you'd think this was in NYC or another food capital of the world. Mark my words--they will get their star soon! I will say that in the beginning of our night, we were a bit annoyed because usually omakases start right on time and if not, then there is a waiting area for guests to sit, chat, and drink some wine. It felt weird to stand by the door for ~20 minutes as the previous seating was still finishing up their meal. If I could offer any suggestions to improve the dining experience, it would be to have a seating area or ensure that the seating times are spread out enough that the next seating time isn't waiting too long. Especially because our dinner was scheduled for 9:30PM and we hadn't eaten anything in preparation for the meal, we were more hangry than usual haha. Their menu is actually incredible, and my friend and I kept exclaiming how they couldn't miss after taking a bite of each course. The entire experience is designed really thoughtfully, and you can tell the brother-duo chefs (who happen to have spent a great deal of time in France) incorporated a lot of their professional background and working experience into the meal. Ingredients are guaranteed to be incredibly fresh and high quality, and despite us not eating much the entire day, this meal was VERY filling. I love that you can watch all of the sous chefs and head chefs present and prepare each of the courses, and they take the time to explain each course to you before serving. Timing of each course is also really great. They do have some tables available to dine at, but if the chef's counter is available, I HIGHLY recommend you book at the table. I can already tell the experience will be completely different if you are sitting at a table versus sitting at the chef's counter. My friend and I are already talking about the next time we are able to visit because the meal was really that incredible. Words cannot do Kappo Kappo justice, and I'm ecstatic that Austin has such a gem right in the heart of its downtown.

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    Sandra P.

    What a treat to try Kappo Kappo on the early days! Unfortunately we came when they were down some cooks so it did feel like the chefs were frantically serving. It felt less like an omakase experience and more like a fast service to get all of the items out. The music was also extremely loud so it was challenging to hear the chefs. Despite the ambiance mishaps, the dish's spoke for themselves. The item that felt out of place was the brown butter rice. It was randomly served after miso soup and was quite overpowering. It didn't complement the Wagyu course. I loved the persimmon cake dessert. Over time I think they will perfect the flow and ambiance so I would give it a few months!

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    Riley M.

    One of the most amazing restaurants in Austin! I am gluten free and the chefs were so accommodating! Everything we had was beyond good. The chefs but so much into this menu and it shows! The restaurant is decorated beautifully. The only thing is the chairs at the sushi bar start to hurt your back after a while. But again the food is so good you hardly notice.

    Margaret Y.

    A new Japanese restaurant with an incredible omakase experience. A beautiful fusion of Japanese sushi and French influence--every dish was stunning and packed with flavor. The only minor thing I noticed was their dessert pieces were too sweet and was just ok to me.

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    Billy B.

    What an all around amazing restaurant! The food was sensational. The subtle choices in flavors and presentation take the whole dining experience to the next level. You truly feel hosted and the two chefs as they take you through the multiple imaginative and delicious courses. I can't wait to go again and have a whole new journey. Absolutely do NOT sleep on the place.

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    17 days ago

    Incredible experience, can't wait to come back! The food was incredible and the pairings were just as amazing!

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    AMAZING - honestly the best. 2nd time here on date nigh and worth every penny. You are whisked away to Japan, France, California, and more

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    An exceptional culinary experience through and through. Highly recommend, it is entirely worth it.

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    The food. The service. The ambiance!! Everything was perfect. Five stars. Loved our experience so very much. Best omakase in Austin!

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    0.4 mi

    Per this restaurant's website: "Gina is short for Regina in…read moreItalian and translates as Queen...At one point dubbed "The Most Beautiful Woman in the World." The name Gina is short for Regina, which is Italian for "Queen." It's a bold choice for an establishment that treats its customers like afterthoughts and its staff even worse. Our group had a New Year's Eve reservation--arguably the biggest night of the year for dining--and this place had the audacity to cancel it at the last minute without so much as a phone call or an automated email. We shouldn't have to play detective on social media to find out holiday plans have been nuked because the "Queen" couldn't keep her house in order. If you're wondering why the service is nonexistent, a quick look at the news explains it all: apparently, they can't even manage the basic human decency of paying their workers. "The Most Beautiful Woman in the World"? Not even close. This place is an ugly mess from the management down. If they can't pay their staff and they can't respect a reservation, they don't deserve your business. Save your money and go somewhere that actually values its reputation and its people. Avoid at all costs.

    La classe! Finally stopped in to Gina's and it didn't disappoint! Oh the days you long for just a…read morebig bowl of mussel frites to take you back to the city of love. The cream sauce under the heap of mussels and shoestring fries is to die for! Sat at the bar and came during happy hour! It is a quaint space so reservations are recommended! Great HH deals. Also, hands down the best bone marrow I've had in this city ! Cocktails are delish! And half off during their HH! I'm not a dirty martini gal at all and here they use an onion brine garnished with pickled onions....so delish! Street parking. Definitely will be back!

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    Conchiglie Pasta
    Conchiglie Pasta
    Porcini Rubbed Veal Chop
    Porcini Rubbed Veal Chop
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    Bone Marrow
    Launderette

    Launderette

    4.1
    (1.5k reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    We were staying near the Austin airport and wanted a great dinner spot that wasn't overly far. The…read moreLaunderette ended up being one of the highlights of the trip. The food was incredibly creative while still feeling approachable and shareable. Every dish felt thoughtful and unique without being overcomplicated. The burrata with curry was unreal, the beet hummus was packed with flavor, the shrimp was perfect, and the desserts completely lived up to the hype. One of those menus where you immediately want to order more just to try everything. The atmosphere is also part of what makes it special. Tucked into a former laundromat in a quiet neighborhood, it has that effortlessly cool Austin feel. It was charming, relaxed, and unexpected. And the staff truly elevated the experience. Warm, polished, knowledgeable, and attentive without ever feeling pretentious. Absolutely worth the short drive from the airport area.

    Yum yum yum! Came for the first time for my friend's birthday brunch and was pleasantly surprised…read more Every single dish was packed with new flavors and combinations that just worked. The asparagus Benny just made so much sense when you think about it. Eggs Benedict requires hollandaise and asparagus with hollandaise is always delicious. Why not put it all together for the best benny I've had in a long time? Just delicious! Lattes were cute and the perfect start to a brunch meal. We added lavender to mine and a little brown sugar flavor to hers. Good stuff! Turkish egg? Yep, exactly what I was thinking. What in the world is that. I don't know if it was a traditional dish but what an explosion of flavor. Put it all together on a perfectly toasted piece of bread and bam! Perfect accompaniment to a perfect brunch. Last but not least the Salmon Gravlax. Looks simple but by no means did it taste simple. Caviar on a buttery spread. Spicy pickles, perfectly cooked egg, seasoned tomatoes, rye bread. None of these are special in themselves but when combined, yes! Amazingness! Oh and the service? Wonderful! Attentive, kind, knowledgeable and welcoming. Space? Super cute! Felt like we were in a vacation town somewhere in Florida. Very retro, cool. Loved everything about this place. Zero complaints. Millions of compliments. Highly recommend!

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    View of the bar/kitchen from bar seating!
    View of the bar/kitchen from bar seating!
    Raspberry tart
    Raspberry tart
    Fried shrimp

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    Bureau de Poste / French Bistro

    Bureau de Poste / French Bistro

    3.5
    (113 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    I have held off on a previous bad review of Bureau de Postre, but now with a second 1 star…read moreexperience I have to post about it. My first 1 star experience was when my wife got food poisoning and when I went to inform the chef the next day he told me she was sick all night because she probably drank too much wine. Here is the reason for my second 1 star experience from this restaurant. Went today for a noon reservation on Mother's Day. Firstly, tons of kids here, no kids menu of any sort for Mother's Day. Their option was a grilled cheese with fries, which we were appreciate for, but why would you not think to have options for kids? Fruit cup, small burger, etc. they have these options during normal operations. Second, no one answers the phone here. I called 10+ times between 10am and 11:45am to request indoor seating. By default, they don't answer the phone nor do they at tiny grocer. One of the legs at the table they sat us at was so off balance that our drinks were spilling when someone would add pressure to the table. We had kid with us, so we ended up using three napkins in full cleaning up the spilled water. They missed putting in our order so, every table around us was served before us. We didn't get our food till complaining multiple times. Even after complaining tables around us continued to get their food first. To hold the table over I asked for fries to be delivered, something that should take minutes to prep, took another 15 minutes. Our food finally showed up at 1:15pm. We asked for to go boxes and even the boxes took 5 minutes. What is going on over here? I spent $20 at tiny grocer getting so many snacks for the kids because the food was so delayed. The entire table (minus the two toddlers) ended up leaving with zero food in our stomachs, but extremely frustrated. The manager comped our meal, which was very kind of him and he expressed tons of empathy. Classy move 100% This place is expensive and they just don't have it together. I don't like giving poor reviews, I rarely do it, but given this experience multiple times it's needed.

    It's just very mid level food for the price point you're paying. The service is friendly and the…read morevibe is pretty nice but that's where it leaves off. We have been a few times now and the menu items just sort of leave you wishing they were less creative if they're going to be so mediocre. Croque Madame was served open face with a burnt sunny egg (egg yolk completely torched hard and dry). Bechemel was runny rather bland and it looks like a blind person did the plating on the line. Just sloppy and rather unappetizing. The French onion soup was hardly that. It was just brother with a piece of cheese covered toasted dunked in it. The onions were neither cooked nor carmelized and overall it felt like they were trying to stretch a batch from the day before with water and some chopped onion. Flavorless to say the least. The side of bacon was $8 and seemed like the most mid store bought bacon you've ever seen. Paper thin and burnt to a crisp. And don't get me started on their terrible coffee offerings...the place needs an overhaul.

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    Indoor sitting
    Indoor sitting
    Croquettes, French Onion Soup
    Croquettes, French Onion Soup
    Steak frites

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    Steak frites

    Kappo Kappo - japanese - Updated June 2026

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