Very good service, food was great! everything was very clean and ambiance was very cozy and moody in the best way.

We had such a great experience at Lucky Robot that we ended up going three times during our 5-day trip to Austin. The fish was, without question, the best I've had in Austin. It was incredibly fresh, clean flavors, and thoughtfully prepared. Every visit was consistent, which is rare. After our first meal, we kept thinking about it, and nothing else we tried in the city compared. I also dined at a few other highly regarded sushi spots while we were in town, and honestly, I regretted not just coming back here instead. The difference in quality and execution was noticeable. It felt like I "wasted" meals elsewhere. Beyond the food, the atmosphere was welcoming and relaxed, and the staff were attentive without being overbearing. It struck the right balance of quality and comfort. If you're in Austin and serious about good sushi, this is the spot. read more

Okay ambiance is very eclectic. It's giving daft punk with cherry blossoms sprinkled all over. We got the shittake and spinach dumplings, eggplant bao, dill-e sushi and robot ramen. The dumplings were so crisp and flavorful, and sat on a bed of some creamy sauce. As for the eggplant bao, it was fluffy and was equal parts tangy and hearty. The robot ramen broth was very flavorful and done so well! As for the dill-e, it's very interesting. It was a hot, fried sushi that sat on top of shishito aioli. I personally was not the biggest fan but it's an interesting dish. Expected better service for the price we paid but there was nothing glaringly wrong with it. Super cute spot for a date night/special occasion! read more

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Really cute little spot with a fun vibe, but it definitely has a few quirks. They describe themselves as Japanese with a bit of Peruvian fusion, and honestly, the fusion dishes were some of the highlights. Those had great flavor and felt more intentional. We tried the R2D2 roll (Wagyu, crispy shallot, huancaina), and while the concept sounded amazing, it didn't quite deliver. The flavors were a lot flatter than I expected given the ingredients. They also talked up their dry-aged fish, which I was excited about, but I couldn't really tell a noticeable difference in the nigiri. The sushi rice itself was also more muted than I'd expect from a place like this. That said, the standout for me was the chiki toro nigiri. It's bigeye tuna topped with house-cured pork lardo and green onion, and it ends up being this really rich, buttery bite that actually delivers on flavor in a way some of the other sushi didn't. Service-wise, they were friendly, but there were a couple of misses. We were told the nigiri already comes with wasabi, so we asked for it to be omitted for my daughter's order. It ended up being removed from all of our nigiri instead, which wasn't a huge deal but felt a bit sloppy. A couple things to know if you're going in: they don't have sodas, and there's no kid's menu. That said, they were very accommodating and offered to make simple options like plain karaage or ramen with just meat and noodles, which I appreciated. Overall, it's a cute place with some solid dishes, especially on the fusion side, but a few things didn't quite live up to the hype for me. A few standout bites, a few misses, and just enough charm to make you consider giving it another shot. read more

This is a pretty solid spot to grab Japanese/fusion type of food! We came around 11 am and had access to their brunch menu. FAVORITE ITEMS: - Bees Knees: a tad on the sweet side, if you ask for slightly less sweet, maybe it'd taste even better? It has a nice lavender flavor which really is so aromatic and delightful. I recommend this for sure! - Brussel Sprouts: sauce was really good, crispy exterior and flavorful. Def recommend this - Chirashi Bot: I got the fancier version which the chef chooses for you which cuts of fish, depending on what is available. The sushi rice with sesame seeds were really tasty, I would say you get a decent amount of fish but there is a lot of avocado. It's decent, fish was fresh. PARKING: pretty easy street parking nearby SERVICE: it took a while for the chirashi bowls to come out but the other food came out decently fast. PRICE: a bit on the pricey side, but the aesthetic inside makes it pretty cool. Overall, I'd prob recommend to folks who are coming by to try some spots in Austin! It's a cool concept and the food was solid. They also have a great music playlist! read more

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Stopped by for happy hour and ordered a couple of items We tried the seasonal mule and whiskey spritz - both pretty good and $9 Tried the wagyu hot rock - pretty good for happy hour $9 and def add the salt for some extra flavor Tried the salmon, tuna, striped bass and yellowtail nigiri - all good but tuna and salmon were the best!! Tried the chicken karaage and chicken itself was good but didn't love the green sauce but my husband did Interior is so cute with the cherry blossoms They have some outdoor seating but can be busy crosswalk and traffic area Although they are dog friendly in the outdoor seating read more

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This place is it! Came here because my sister in law wanted to try it out and I'm glad she did! But be prepared to have your wallet be set backkkkkk lol- don't say I didn't warn you! Ambiance is really nice here especially for a date night type of place. I have 3 kids- so that's not always the best option. But the lighting is nice and dim! We found parking right along the curbside in front of the restaurant fairly easy before the dinner rush crowd showed up. Wagyu hot rock, is the way to go! My girls 7 & 4, (6&3) at the time of our visit loved it- so flavorful with just a pinch of salt, but it's definitely melt in your mouth delicious! My kids are picky and they even loved the chicken karaage & pork belly bao buns. Everything was just so tasty- go and check out the happy hour menu to save you some coin! Even my yuzu spritzer was nice and refreshing! read more

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It was my first time going here with my boyfriend and the food here was really good and probably my favorite place so far, the atmosphere of the restaurant looked beautiful read more

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Really love this cute Japanese restaurant. I love how you can see the fish drying in the refrigerator when you meet with the host. The food was amazing. I wasn't a big fan of the tonkatsu ramen, but the chicken ramen was rich with flavor. The appetizers were great. I love the sauces that come with them especially the chicken katsu. Our server was kind and friendly. Definitely check this place out if you're nearby. read more

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I have eaten here a couple of times and it was fantastic!! The dry aged tuna melts in your mouth like butter! They offer seating outside as well. It's not very large so sometimes there is a wait. Service was great..our server was able to suggest a few things for us during the initial visit. Because they offer higher end, dry aged sushi, it is more expensive than your regular sushi spot. I think it's well worth the extra coins though! There's a cute ice cream stand nearby if you want a cool dessert after. read more

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Perfect for a date night, the ambiance cannot be beat. It's dark and romantic but also stylish, with a huge artificial cherry blossom tree hung over most of the dining room. More importantly though, the food is fantastic, and all the vegan options (of which there are many) are thoughtfully crafted. The spinach and shiitake dumplings are a must-order, no matter what, but so is the sushi. The Farmbot 2.0 and Veggiepillar are the ones to get. Go during happy hour to take advantage of discounted pricing so you can try more dishes, tapas style. I haven't tried the cocktails but I do know they have a nice selection of sake, both high and low end, for all budgets. The biggest bummer for me is the parking. I know, it's Congress St; it's limited to non-existent. Plan on going during off hours, parking a ways away and walking, or take a ride share. read more

Came here during restaurant week and loved it! So much food and so much variety for such a good price! They had a prefix menu so it took all the guess work out for me and my friend, kinda like an omakase or chefs choice experience! My favorite was the yellow tail, so fresh and so flavorful! We sat outside on congress which was nice because the weather is just getting good and it was still light and lively out. Also our waitress was so sweet to us and gave great drink recommendations! read more

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Finally tried out Lucky Robot on Soco. The decor is super loud and extravagant but it kinda worked for me. I loved the violent cherry blossom vibe. On to the food, I got the chirashi bot and at $28 for fresh sashimi, it was really good. The fish tasted clean and refreshing and the soft poached egg on the rice with caviar added a nice umami depth to every bite. I very much enjoyed this brunch and would come back to try their other bites. read more

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It's wooden, with pink neon on the shelving above the sushi bar, populated with figurines. Lucky Robot claims to serve sushi here. They also have ramen; maybe I should have tried my luck with that instead. Started with the Purple Peruvian drink, which was really quite nice. Actually, it was the highlight of the entire meal, so props to who ever made it. I felt lazy about going through every item on the menu, so I decided to order their "omakase." Huge mistake. Theirs is not a set menu, nor does it seem to be customized to customer's taste. Rather, it is a budget, which is filled using items from the menu until the desired price point is achieved. Before ordering, I specifically asked the waiter how the three different price points for their omakase work. I inquired how many pieces each one comes with. He provided an unsatisfactory "I don't know" and then proceeded to mention the more expensive ones had more courses (and gave a range of 10-13). He claimed to push people towards ordering the middle priced one, but did not provide an explanation for why. My expectation was a certain quantity of nigiri if ordering their "omakase." However, the waiter failed to clarify exactly what their "omakase" consists of, other than "the kitchen decides" (well, duh) and "it'll be a surprise." Withholding clarifying information about a menu option is a negative. We weren't too hungry, so we opted for the the lowest priced version. In response, he mumbled "this one would be 8 courses." Again, not forthcoming with information which he could have provided in response to my first question. After ordering, he asked "is there anything you won't eat?" Of course the answer is no. But looking back, I should have specifically mentioned "no artificial crab" or "no shoddy food." Lastly, he quipped, "and is sashimi ok?" To which I responded I prefer nigiri, to which he said "ok"--yet another missed opportunity to clarify that nigiri is a teeny-weeny part of their "omakase." As for the shoddy omakase: Brussel Sprouts ($12)--over-roasted to remove the nuttiness, and then doused in tamari. I've rarely had well-prepared brussel sprouts at restaurants, and Lucky Robot is no exception. Disappointing start. Sakura Masu ($24)--a shoddy crude containing ocean trout, blood orange, fennel, pomegranate, and cilantro. Masked the light trout flavor. Sourness was extremely minute. Nothing in this dish went well together, since everything tasted like flavorless blood orange (even the fish); and not even sweet. Their fennel slivers were not bright and refreshing; on the contrary, they seemed pickled, sad, and depressing. Hira Hira ($16)--poorly executed maki containing yellowtail, avocado, green onion, crispy shallot, yuzu miso, lemongrass soy, sesame. Excessive 3:1 rice to filling ratio. Tasted like creamy avocado. Cilantro did nothing, and a yellowed cilantro leaf was purposely selected. You can tell the kitchen does not even care to utilize green herbs. "Prime" Nigiri Moriawase ($37x2)--dry-aged fish. 5 out of 8 fish on daily fish menu. You can see the fish hanging on display. Better than the maki, but, it was not very flavorful, despite their dry aging process. The garnishes did not promote the fishes. The bitter toasted sesame seeds were unhelpful (and shouldn't be bitter!). These were fairly sad, disappointing bites, especially if you know what well-executed nigiri with quality ingredients tastes like. Hiramasa Shrimp Battle ($24)--much better maki roll than the Hira Hira, as the rice to filling ratio was closer to 1:1. Crunchy bits add texture; the serrano slice on top adds a slight heat to the bite. Enjoyable. "Pork Belly" and "Wagyu Short Rib" Nigiri ($26)--pork belly: dry and chewy. Wagyu: it's a precooked slab that they store with their fish (since we see it at sitting at the sushi bar); when it's prepared, they cut some slices and toss it in the oven to warm up. Pity for folks consuming either of these two items, including myself. Strawberry Basil Ice Cream ($9) -- they stated this was a semifreddo; it was fairly sweet. It had "compressed" strawberries, and crushed pistachios. Texture wise, this was fine. I recommend going to Gelato Paradiso (across the street) afterwards for dessert instead of here. Conclusion: only the Peruvian drink and Hiramasa Shrimp Battle were enjoyable. 2 out of 9 items, or $32 out of $193--an abysmal 0.22 or 0.16 enjoyment rate, depending on the metric. An incredibly poor value. There is no reason to return to this establishment in the future; plenty of other sushi restaurants in Austin take pride in serving non-shoddy food to their customers. Finally, do you really want to eat at a place that roasts their sesame seeds bitter, overcooks their pork belly until dry and chewy, uses an inappropriate ratio of rice to filling in their maki, voluntarily places yellowing cilantro leaves on your food, cannot execute a reasonable crudo, and provides you with a disappointingly low quality sushi experience? read more

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Great service from Brady who offered us dessert as we're newly engaged but we're too full so he said next time. Didn't feel rushed at all. Apps were great with chicken karaage and pork dumplings. The sauces alone were full of so much flavor. Sushi the sea 3PO Voltron and r2d2 were all great with their respective sauces. Good portions all the way through. We will go again. read more

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Great lively ambience off of Congress Avenue in SoCo. Highly recommend ramen noodles. Fresh and flavorful. The nigiri was delicious. The only downside was the limited sushi selection -- no ika, no escolar, and no salads on the menu. 5- Stars for our server Josh was outstanding: attentive, friendly, and made the entire experience smoother and more enjoyable. Recommend The Bees Knees cocktail was the perfect highlight -- light, floral, and beautifully balanced. Just like the fun 1920s phrase it's named after, this drink truly was the very best. read more

The vibe of this place is stunning, the food was incredible & the staff went above and beyond when it came to accommodating my friend's allergies. I absolutely recommend this place, and definitely will be returning. read more

Lucky Robot is an incredibly cute small sushi restaurant located along the Congress Avenue street. I'm getting lucky robots for stars only because of how well they nail the Aesthetics down from the entire restaurant, down to the decor, seating, props, and plating. It might at first seem to be a small establishment but once inside, it's a lot more spacious than it otherwise seems from the outside. The space is very well decorated from head to toe. We love the Aesthetics. It's a modern take on traditional wood-based decor. It's lovely, perky, and fun. However, on the side of their food, it's a bit overrated. The server had hyped us about one of their High specialty dishes; aged tuna sashimi. It is extremely well plated. However, it doesn't taste much different than regular fresh tuna Sashimi in most other sushi restaurants that achieve a similar flavor level. I will give them props on the tuna because it did not have the lactic acid flavor that would have been indicative of poor quality tuna. But what makes their aging process more unique than leaving the fish in the refrigerator for a longer period of time? I don't know. It seems like the staff didn't really know either when we asked further, despite it being a dish that was recommended by them. read more

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Highly recommend making a reservation--parking is tough and the space is small but has a funky, cute vibe with cherry blossoms hanging from the ceiling. Try to go during happy hour if you can (I accidentally booked on a weekend). The Hiramasa Serrano was light and refreshing, but the portion was tiny for the price. The sushi was overpriced, not very creative, and a bit bland. Cocktails were average, so try their whiskey selections for a better experience, and the service was just okay. Overall, more style than substance. read more

One of my favorite sushi restaurants in Austin! We keep coming back and bring visitors who also love it. The ambiance is fun, and the food is superb. We've tried almost every roll, and my favorite maki rolls are Dill-E and Hiramasa Shrimp Battle. The barbacoa dumplings are also yummy! I recommend checking it out!! read more

Food: 5/5 Value: 4/5 Vibe: 5/5 Parking: 3/5 How did I wait this long? Random thursday, booked a swing seat (confused by this when I saw it), my husband matches the whole restaurant flower theme without seeing what it ever looked like. It was a fun experience all around! We did omakase for $250 for 2 people. It was perfect. We were hungry before coming but we were surprisingly filled to the brim with 10 courses. They have tiered price omakase: $150/250/350 it allowed you to have more courses. It was my first true omakase where our server fully curated our courses based on our preferences. It was perfect!! Bonus: - it's so fun and cutesey inside - on soco Recs: - (my personal fave) porkbelly with the plantain. Nicely charred, salty and sweet - wagyu hotplate (insane cut and cooking xp) - sakura with blood orange & pomegranate (best flavor surprise we both loved) - omakase if you can to try more things on the menu since each dish can be a bit pricey on its own - best nigiris: toro, cod read more

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Loved the ambiance. We sat against the bar and got to watch the chefs in action and converse with them too. They have cherry blossom branches around the inside of the restaurant. The servers were kind and attentive. The good was all delicious and the spicy edamame was sooo unique and yummy. Would come back for a date night or something celebratory. read more

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Chef's tasting? Yes, please. I don't eat sushi on the regular, but this experience had me rethinking everything. I went with the 5-course chef's tasting and it did not miss--not one bite. It's the chef's choice, so just sit back and let them show off. I'm not even going to try to name each thing (check the menu if you're curious), but every dish was beautiful, flavorful, and fun. The vibe inside? Straight-up cool. Colorful, welcoming, and buzzing without being chaotic. You feel like you've been transported somewhere--Tokyo street-style meets Austin chill. Now let's talk drinks: I had the Seasonal Mule--vodka, peach, lemon, ginger beer. Dangerous in the best way. Refreshing, bright, and a little sassy. Also, the happy hour menu is lookin' real right. Do yourself a favor and check this place out. I'll definitely be back. Bonus highlight: My granddaughter got the spinach and shiitake dumplings and y'all--she was in dumpling heaven. read more

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Amazing food and decor! The service was a little slow on a weekend afternoon. But the food was delicious. I had sushi and my wife and my son had ramen each. We all had really good time. We would be definitely back for more! read more

All I can say is wowzers that's scrumdiddlyumptious. After a flight from Florida, burdened with finding a restaurant in Austin on a Saturday, that serves food containing life forms that don't have a spine for an orthodox mother who sweetly picked me up from the airport. You could say I got lucky ;D aha. With a Peruvian edge this place carved a spot in my heart forever. Everyone running the show was friendly and the place was pretty. We sat outside and got to absorb the ville animée of congress street. Also idk where the robot thing comes from but I didn't see a single damn clanker. read more

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I've been here twice now and both times were excellent. Great ambiance, excellent service, and delicious food and cocktails. I was staying downtown and this was just a short uber drive away. Parking looked a bit rough if you are driving yourself. There are plenty of bars around if you want to get a drink before or after. Next time I am in Austin, I will absolutely be coming back. read more

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My husband recently booked a dinner reservation at Lucky Robot for my birthday. It has been awhile since I've been there and I'm happy to report that the food is still delicious and fresh! Since it is restaurant week in Austin, I got the tasting menu and for the most part everything was delicious. The Sakura stole the show though! The trout was so fresh, the flavors unique and worked perfectly together. Tender, buttery trout, sweet and acidic flavors of the blood orange and pomegranate. I could eat this all day! For my second course, I got the Barbacoa Dumplings. It tasted okay, but the barbacoa could have definitely used more flavor. Luckily, it came with ample mango chipotle sauce to dip the "dumpling" in, but honestly, this was more of an empanada. For my 3rd course, I got the Sushi Moriwase. Everything was of course fresh and delicious and I could probably have had 3 servings of this. For my final course, I got the Pork Belly Kakuni. This was probably the least favorite of my courses because I did not like the Peruvian Pico de Gallo. There was a lot of crunch to it and it did not go well with the rest of the dish, for my palette. Nonetheless, this was the perfect date night for my hubby and I and a great birthday celebration. I would definitely be back and I'm very interested in trying their weekend Tokyo brunch. read more

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Lucky Robot on South Congress is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is unforgettable--trendy Japanese décor with cherry blossoms and even disco balls creates such a fun, vibrant vibe. The service was flawless, truly a 10/10 experience. The food completely blew us away. We started with the chicken karaage, which was perfectly crispy and paired with a sauce so good I'll be thinking about it for days. The sashimi and sushi rolls were not only delicious but beautifully presented, like edible art. Every dish felt thoughtfully crafted and of the highest quality. It's such a joy knowing there's a perfect sushi spot right here on South Congress. We'll definitely be bringing family and friends here--Lucky Robot has set the bar high for sushi in Austin. read more

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Maybe not Austin's finest sushi, but the vibes here are unmatched. The space was beautiful and fun. Had nice soft lighting with delicate hanging flowers, a feast more for the eyes but food did not match the ambiance. The fish was very average. The nigiri rice crumbled too easily and was dry. However, I loved the little garnishes. A bit pricey for the taste, yet the attentive service and nice/dreamy ambiance make it worth maybe a one time visit. read more

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I really enjoyed my time during Happy Hour here. I opted for the HH omakase and it didn't disappoint. 4/5 items were immaculate. I rarely eat red meat and one of the items were wagyu dumplings with a mango sauce and it just wasn't for me. However, everything else was delicious especially the yellow tail. I also tried the Hira Hira (?) roll, a mule for my drink, an had the Yuzu pie which is a blueberry key lime pie for dessert and honestly, 10/10. It's rare for me to get full at a sushi place but this one definitely nailed it. The service was great. Music was divine. Ambiance was swell. Will be returning. read more

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A near perfect sushi + cocktail experience. The staff is friendly, knows the menu well, and gives recommendations that feel genuine. The sushi is incredible. So fresh and unique. A must try. read more

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I came here for my best friend's birthday dinner, and everything from start to finish was absolutely perfect! The restaurant is not only aesthetically pleasing and super cute, but the food was incredible. Every bite had us doing a happy dance or letting out a long "mmmmm!" The staff was so kind and thoughtful, I had mentioned it was her birthday on the reservation, and they surprised us with a signed postcard from the whole team and even brought out a dessert with candle! Our server gave us some great recommendations, and every single one was a hit. Thank you to everyone at Lucky Robot for making the night so special. I'll definitely be coming back! read more

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If you're looking for excellent sushi with amazing ambience look no further, lucky robot is fantastic. Lucky robot is a great spot for special occasions as it's a bit pricey but the quality makes up for it. I've been here several times and have enjoyed everything I've tried. The last time I came here was to celebrate my birthday and although the wait was over an hour (close to 2 hours) they were able to accommodate me and a friend within 10 minutes due to a cancelation and it being my birthday. I love their nigiri specials, I tried the Uni and tuna belly, both were so flavorful. Their prime chirashi was fantastic and so beautifully presented. Their rolls are great too, I love the sea-3PO & crunchy atomic are delicious. My friend tried the dill-e roll and loved it. They even gave me a fried banana birthday treat with a sparkler candle on top which was amazing. Highly recommend! read more

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Over a decade ago, I was coming for lunch all the time and loved it. I broke my hiatus by going for dinner last night: two people, Friday night, seats at the sushi bar. The wait service (Aaron) was fantastic, attentive, and helpful with suggestions. We were both disappointed by the food. The brussels sprouts were fantastic, but nothing else had any flavor and the amount of rice on nigiri and rolls was horrifying. The Crudo was beautiful, but had absolutely no flavor, and same comment for the nigiri and rolls. The dumplings had a great flavor, but we're not served hot enough. Nigiri was great quality fish, good texture, but no taste, and again with WAY too much rice. While the restaurant overall has a fantastic vibe, the sushi bar was boring, faced away from the beautiful restaurant, and crowded. We spent $218 for two people, no booze. The big line items were the crudo (Hiramasa Serrano) and Voltron roll. Unfortunately this one was a miss for us. We will not be returning. read more

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This place was amazing. Wonderful staff, the food was great and the atmosphere was beautiful. Will be going back

A really cool place to chill and enjoy some sushi. The entire location is so well designed you do feel a bit like you teleport to a new realm on entering. It's cool to see the fish on display, and see their menu of interesting takes on sushi. And most importantly, it taste great! read more

The worst customer service, menu items are not delivered and prepared as menu dictates, re-fire... and then the straight components are still wrong. 45 minutes... and I left with some soy, ginger, and wasabi! Lunch not a win. The health department should seek review. Both sushi chefs, used the same gloves for 6-10 orders, wiping their face and hair, still with the same gloves. Do not recommend read more

Disappointed, especially given the hype. I had been looking forward to trying this sushi spot for a while, but unfortunately, it didn't live up to expectations. As a local and someone who eats a lot of sushi around Austin, this experience felt pretty lackluster. We ordered the second-tier omakase, which ended up being a selection of items chosen by the kitchen up to a certain dollar amount--not a curated set menu like I had hoped. While a few items were enjoyable, like the Wagyu, some of the rolls at the end, and the Bees Knees cocktail, the overall selection just didn't feel worth it. One standout disappointment was the sashimi tower--$90 for 15 pieces that didn't really wow us in quality or presentation. Nothing was bad, but for the price point, I expected a lot more in terms of flavor and experience. If you're visiting Austin and craving sushi, I'd recommend checking out other options in the city first. This one felt overpriced for what it delivered. read more

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Tasty, fresh, and fun atmosphere! This was the perfect place for a birthday dinner. The server was attentive and helpful. We lucked out with a parking space a very short walk from the front door on south congress. Plan accordingly if you have a reservation. read more

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I went here years ago and loved it then recently went back and still was obsessed. It's a great place to go with friends and to eat all the sushi. Very good service and loved the decor. read more