TLDR; BEST SUSHI EVER I'm gonna keep this short. If you think you've had amazing sushi. YOU ARE WRONG! Lucky Robot hasn't raised the bar. They kicked it off the stand! LR creates rolls that do not hide the fish but elevate it. The sauces compliment the fish so well and the rice is paired so lightly. We ate four rolls and were satiated and not rolling out of there. The fish itself is so tender it mimicked a butter almost. If you're thinking of going JUST GO! The fish is sustainably caught so you don't even feel as guilty. The butterfly tea infused sake was a table favorite! It's a spin on sake you won't be mad at! GO TO LUCKY ROBOT AND TREAT YOURSELF!!!!!! read more

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The cover on this book is cooler than the story. Lucky Robot is situated on the prime real estate that is South Congress or SoCo as some say. It is a very popular tourist spot and it appears it doesn't take much to stay around on this strip as the tourist vibes must keep this place above water. I stopped here to give it a go and and made a reservation. I showed up prompt and was seated for what I had thought would be an experience. It was nothing special and to be honest a food truck would have been a better time. I was seated in the back by the restrooms and the emergency exit - no major qualm as it is tight in here but I was slightly jilted given I saw many better seats up front - I guess I drew the wrong card this time. I ordered their Serrano Midori or something named like that and the fact I think I forgot the name should tell you it wasn't memorable and I think even the sake forgot to show up in it! ;P The Flor drink was my next choice and it too seemed weak although I would say it was flavorful - just needed more kick. I'll chalk both of these up to ordering "refreshing" drinks which is certainly my fault however and will say that if you want refreshing then I think you should be fine with these. I needed boozy, spirit-forward perhaps that day. Starters were the Beef Hot Rock - a fun presentation of Wagyu beef that you drag through the oil and then place on the "hot rock" to cook. It was fun, very tasty, and all I could think of was the Silicon Valley episode where Richard had to hold it on his tongue while it burned only to then chew! Chew! Chew! LOL Second was the Shrimp Dumplings. These were just run of the mill dumplings. They were good however nothing special. Third were the Pork Belly Bao buns and they were great! Although as great as other establishments. Perhaps I am a bao bun guy that just gets excited over seeing buns on the menu! :) At this point I felt the ride was bumpy so I slowed down for the traditional Miso Soup. I liked it although be aware that they have soy beans in them which caught me off guard. A nice surprise vs the other packet miso's I see and a good yet simple attention to detail. I should note about this time in the meal another couple sat next to me and during their greeting I heard a few specials that I was never mentioned. That was a disappointment as I may have changed my mind on some things. So being consistent with greetings isn't a thing here I guess. Last was the R2D2 & crunchy Salmon rolls. It was a beef roll and although it was good I had wished they wrapped it better. It did nothing to try and stay together. The crunchy salmon was good but once again nothing spectacular. I will note I am a sucker for ginger and they serve plenty of it. I ate as much as I could stomach and will most likely regret it but I cant waste the delicious ginger slices. As I finished I was asked if I wanted dessert however given the ups and downs, the cold air wafting in by sitting so close to the door, and the bathroom line queuing near me I really just wanted to leave. I waited until the morning to reflect on my review here and I'd have rated lower if I wrote this right after or during my meal but I wanted to be sure to rate fairly. I don't write reviews this low usually. I find food and experience are separate things to rate and they can come together to balance or even elevate reviews. This had none of those magical things. In this rare case I find this to be a tourist visit at best. I'll stick with other sushi joints in town that do a better job. I truly hope this isn't what's to be expected of SoCo as they call it these days.... I'll drop in another day perhaps at the bar and for lunch as spending $100+ for dinner here is no longer an interest to me. I'll re-rate them on the cheap next time. read more

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Great atmosphere and kind staff! The baos from here are my favorite as welll as the oolong tea. So good and great for a date night!

I went here for happy hour and I absolutely recommend! First, our server was very friendly and knowledgeable. He gave us recommendations and was able to answer all of our questions about the menu. For a cocktail I got the Chomame fizz, which was super refreshing, bubbly and just sweet enough. For food we ordered the Beef hot rock, King Sakura and the Steamed pork buns. The beef hot rock was such a cool experience because you get to cook the beef at the table yourself. It takes only 5 seconds and is some of the most tender beef you'll ever eat. The steamed pork buns were also super soft an very delicious. The King Sakura was a really unique dish. I had my doubts but it's turns out that salmon and grapefruit complement each other very nicely. The presentation was also beautiful. read more

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Sat at the sushi bar and chef Kevin and chef Chris were the amazing chefs taking care of me! They're so fun to watch and I love enjoying the tasty food fresh from the chefs. The sushi bar is definitely the best seat in the house! Such a beautiful restaurant! read more

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We had the most incredible experience here. Chef Kevin at the sushi bar was so knowledgeable and friendly. It was such a treat to sit and learn from him! Our waiter and the host were incredibly kind as well. Delicious sushi, great vibes, kind people. Can't wait to come back! read more

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The food was amazing! Service was great as well! The atmosphere was super cute with the cherry blossoms and the swings that you sit in for dinner. read more

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Cream cheese ? Who's that? They use goat cheese in their sushi, my friends. If that doesn't automatically sell you..keep reading! The aesthetic of the place is amazing. Small and quaint but don't let that slow you down. Gender neutral bathrooms with cute signage thats guaranteed to make you grin. Comfy seating. I highly suggest the pork and shrimp gyoza as a small starter. The sauce that is drizzle over is phenomenal. If the weather is nice, there is some outside seating. Fun fact: they do take reservation so call ahead so you don't have to wait forever! **Keep in mind this place is located on South Congress, so parking is minimal.** read more

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Super small restaurant..be patience on the weekend. Food was okay..Service was great at the raw bar.

This spot is a must if you're looking for a delicious and detailed dining experience! The ingredients are very fresh and paired so well together. Brady made our experience so smooth and fun, he also had amazing recommendations! read more

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7/10 Eat again? Maybe not Overall This place is a cool concept, and the interior is very unique. I'm glad I ended up going here, but it's not somewhere that I can see myself coming back again and again. Favorite dish: chirashi bot This dish was refreshing and fun. The fish tasted pretty fresh and the flavors went well together. Would recommend this dish, although it's not very filling. Also got: miso soup, robot bento The miso soup was pretty tasty, but it was a very very small amount for $5 a cup. We definitely didn't feel satisfied with the value of it. The robot bento was alright, it's more substantial with its portion size than everything else we got. The curry in here was good!! Ambience This place is definitely fun to eat at. There are swing chairs and colorful walls and fun decor everywhere. read more

Lucky Robot Restaurant - Chirashi bot - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

This was my second time here and unfortunately was not a great experience. I went in for lunch and had made a reservation, we were sat but not checked in for our reservation. When we were ordering we were told they were out of or not ready with tuna, pork belly and yellowtail (I think). Limited our options significantly. They said it was because of the holidays... The servers were great and felt bad but pretty strange for a sushi place. Either way, food was decent (some of the fish Looked strange) but not sure I'll be going back. read more

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Bradey was great ! He really knows the menu and recommended exactly what I was in the mood for. Lucky Ebi Roll with a Maracuya Sour. Wonderful service! read more

Lucky Robot Restaurant - Maracuya Sour - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is among my favorite Japanese / ramen spots in Austin (it's not solely a ramen spot; thus the distinction). Came here on Wednesday around 1PM for a lunch meeting and there were only a handful of groups and so we got sat immediately. Inside/outside: as this is of course is located in the wide open, easy-going South Congress, the inside and outside decor and seating truly emulates what "modern Austin" is coming to be. Quirky decorations, fun seats, some neon signs - what's there to hate? Food: as it was a generally "chilly" day (yeah what's chilly?), I aimed for the Robot Ramen on the lunch menu. What I enjoyed the most of the Robot Ramen (see menu pic for description) was the broth. It warmed up my body and filled me up on what was a rather empty tummy sort of work day. Hearty, vibrant, and delicious. Mos def recommend. Service: attentive and personable! The waitress went through the entire list breaking down crowd and personal favorites. She even gave us dessert on the house since they were rolling out a new menu. Overall great place, with yummy food, and kind people. I plan to come back for the other items on the list and cocktails in the future. read more

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Food was sub-par. The rolls were so sludgy from the starch on the rice. They did not do that right. It was a choking hazard, truly. Fish wasn't really that good, not sure how hard it is to mess that up. Service was meh. Nothing special at all, inattentive waiter said "you can ask anyone else for help too" I guess because he wasn't planning on doing a good job. No one else checked in either, so it made it a difficult evening when you order a gradual meal of sushi. Ambiance was kinda cheap and not very pleasant. Outside might be the way to go, at least you can do more people watching. For the price, this place is not worth the visit. Nearly $300 for a 2-person meal, and I was hungry afterwards. Uchi, Uchiko, Neighborhood are all better spots with higher quality experiences. read more

I think the fish here is some of the best you can get in Austin! Very fresh. Sashimi is amazing. Mimosas for brunch are super cheap, sushi for brunch was a different choice but it was actually so good and a fun change from heavier brunches. Our waitress was also awesome. I'll come back again for sushi and happy hour!! read more

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I had driven past Lucky Robot before on trips that took me down South Congress. With a friend visiting from out of town we finally took a chance to stop in and we weren't disappointed. If you're expecting very familiar sushi set those expectations at the door. The menu is bright and vibrant, with items that I had never had before. The staff is well informed and incredibly willing to stop and make some suggestions, we opted to try several items we'd never had before and we're not disappointed at all. Parking is a bit of a mission if you're not familiar with the area but there are a few parking garages a block or two over. Lucky Robot is a popular spot, I highly recommend making a reservation when you plan to go. Normally a long wait to me means a place is over hyped, in this case that couldn't be further from the truth. A bit pricey but the presentation and overall aesthetic of the restaurant is worth it. read more

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Favorite sushi spot in downtown Austin! A little bougie but definitely worth it. Great service and welcoming ambiance. The spider roll and miso salmon are a must try! read more

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So happy we finally got to try this place! The decor is so cute and very fun vibes! We were seated quickly without a reservation, but we also got there right when they opened. Staff was all super friendly and helpful about everything. The zucchini bites were sooo good! The pork belly tacos had a ton of flavors and textures and were yum! We did not like the crab cake/mushroom soup dish, very herb and strange flavoring for our taste buds.The rolls were pretty good, but I wish they could put real crab in the California roll and not imitation. The waygu beef hot rock was super cool because you got to cook it in front of you! It kind of just melted in your mouth, overall it was good! We went during their happy hour and would highly suggest that for anyone else! Half off a ton of stuff, gives you room to try a ton of things! read more

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Absolutely awesome service, food and service. Everything from start to finish was the best sushi I have had in a long time. read more

The vegan sushi was incredible! My boyfriend loved his classic rolls as well. Everything was fresh, creative, and well balanced. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and gave us awesome recommendations. The aesthetic of this restaurant is colorfully eclectic and so fun. This is my new go-to sushi spot in Austin! read more

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Super cute and Insta-worthy lunch spot but finding parking can be pretty difficult. I think it may be worth coming just once for the experience but probably wouldn't make another trip from the north side to come here again. I came here for Sunday brunch with a friend. I ordered the steamed pork buns, beef hot rocks, pork and shrimp "tacu" yaki. I can't remember which sushi she ordered but it was probably one of the basic rolls; she didn't mention anything outstanding about the quality. Overall, the aesthetics were great. May be better just for sushi only but I'm sure there are other restaurants that have comparable quality and easier to get to. read more

Lucky Robot is a perfect go to place, especially when I have friends in town visiting!! The sushi is delectable, high quality, and sustainable! They also have vegan rolls, and of the 3 maki rolls we ordered, the vegan roll might have been our favorite! They also decorate the inside seasonally, I was glad to be there when the Japanese blossoms were up! read more

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My friend recommended this place and when I saw it was Asian Fusion, I was like what? In Texas?? But since we were only going to be in Austin for half a day, I figured might as well try it! I'm sure this place is way better during dinner, but unfortunately, we only had Brunch/Lunch time to go. I made reservations and luckily I did because the place gets crowded! There was even a crowd starting to gather outside before they even opened! Since it was our first meal of the day, we couldn't really order too much (again, that's why I wished we went for dinner). From what we had, this place lived up to the hype of my friend's rec, great service, and I loved the décor inside. *Kiki Sake Flight - generous pours, 3 glasses (mixture of filtered and one unfiltered sake) *Wagyu Yaki Nashi - there's a lot of Wagyu on the menu, so pass on this one. It didn't taste like wagyu and was kind of dry/burnt. Nothing special. *Nikkei Omurice - this is a MUST GET. My boyfriend said that they have this in Japan and when this came out, it lived up to his expectations. We WERE going to get the Ramen to share, but saw bad reviews about it on Yelp and when we asked the waitress how's the ramen, she didn't really give us a convincing response. So order at your own risk :P read more

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Amazing quality of food selections. Freshness, local ambiance with excellent welcome feeling! Service was on point with all details snd special requests followed will return read more

We were celebrating my sons UT Austin graduation. I made a reservation at 6 pm inside for our party of 5 a few months ago. The place was packed! Reservations: 3/5. They sat us at 6:20 which was okay but there wasn't room inside to wait so stayed outside in the 100 degree heat. They did have misters on which helped. Inside 4/5: Super cool vibe and trendy. Very very small amount of tables inside and they are bistro style so close together. Artificial Jasmine hanging from ceiling made it look like a mini garden inside. Hanging been here seats were cool. Food 5/5: All our food was exceptional. We ordered an array of different items including spicy edamame, pork/shrimp and spinach tofu dumplings to start. Then tried the Transformer, Hiramasa Shrimp battle, Spider rolls. One of us ordered the Ramen which was tasty and filling. All were amazing. I ordered the hot stone waygu beef and pork belly buns. We finished off with a Yazu Pie (similar to a flan in my opinion except had lemon and blueberries. Service 3/5: We received all the appetizers and rolls quickly however everyone was done eating when I flagged down the server and asked where my order of waygu beef and buns were. He said he forgot to drop it to kitchen. Appreciate the honesty but we had already been there for an hour and half so it was very disappointing to have to wait longer to get those items. Cost: 4/5 This is a higher end sushi place so our bill was around $375 for 5 people with drinks and dinner. They took off the bill a drink, the waygu and pork belly buns so ended up being $288. Overall I would go back as the sushi was very fresh but be prepared to wait for a table, spend some $$ although the happy hour would be much cheaper if you can get in and have patience with the service level. read more

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Great atmosphere and the food is amazing!!! Service is always incredible , brady was excellent Drinks are awesome too read more

Lucky Robot Restaurant - Great atmosphere and the food is amazing!!! Service is always incredible , brady was excellent Drinks are awesome too - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

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OMG! This place rocks! 2nd visit. I had to go back to make sure I didn't dream it. This time I sat at the Sushi Bar. The 3 chefs, Kevin, Chris and Chance curated a fabulous sampling of LR food. Had a Spider Roll to start and tasted something xtra special. Apple Crisp pieces! What a taste enhancer! Had the pork belly on hybrid pico de gallo that made me weep for joy. Various nigiri including two fantastic toro pieces that I've only had in Japan previously. What a blessing for foodies in Austin. You can see why James Beard fellows are working so closely with these guys on sustainability and superlative culinary experiences. Wow!!!' read more

Wow! Everything at this South Congress find was great. Décor, food and service were amazing. They have indoor and outdoor seating, but you are missing out if you don't get to soak in the beautiful and vibrant décor inside the restaurant. The staff provided great, friendly and quick service. I highly recommend the wagyu yaki nashi as a starter. It was amazing. You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I will point out that they have VEGAN ROLLS on the menu which I haven't really seen at other places. And don't forget to try out a cocktail while you're at it. My chomame fiz was quite tasty. read more

THE SUSHI WAS AMAZING!! We started with the oyster taster and it was full of flavor and the oyster was cold (perfectly). I had the Voltron roll, so delicious I savored every bite. Also ordered a piece of the salmon mackerel, it M E LTED in my mouth, it was so amazing. My partner had the miso salmon plate, they enjoyed it very much. For drinks I had the Bees Knees (pictured) it was so delicious and creamy. Danni was our server, they were very kind and answered any questions we had as well as gave recommendations for next time. We sat outside but the inside was very nice and the outside seating was comfortable. read more

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I came in looking for sushi and left after eating the best wagyu curry I've ever had! The steak was melt in my mouth tender and the green Japanese curry was flavorful and bright. Our server gave us recommendations and everything she mentioned was spot on. The atmosphere is full of Japanese cherry blossoms and even swinging benches for seating. Just be prepared if you're bringing a five year old that wants to swing swing swing! She might have given mom and dad just a little motion sickness but she ate her food so that's a win! read more

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Super cool venue!! The vibe here is so fun and vibrant. I highly recommend trying this once for the experience, but if you're looking for good sushi for the taste, I would recommend elsewhere. A group of 6 came here for a birthday dinner and we had a good time! There are lots of servers around so willing to help and grab things for you, everyone was extremely polite. We ordered a variety of rolls, ramen, nigiri, appetizers and everything was delicious but each item took a very long time to come out. We weren't in any hurry but collectively we felt like we were waiting for a while for each dish to come out. Overall, good experience! read more

Beneath disco balls, pink flowers, and many other Instagrammable decorations, is a lovely atmosphere for dinner, drinks or both. Lucky Robot promotes sustainable fish, so fish that cannot be sourced sustainably are not served. Surprisingly, that was the one part of the meal we did not enjoy as much - the raw fish. We expected a high quality, but we ordered one the sashimi specials and were surprised that it did not taste quite as fresh or flavorful as we hoped. However, everything else about the meal was delicious. We split the seaweed salad, which was not your typical seaweed salad, and was a highlight of the meal. We also tried some of the vegan nigiri, which was creative in taste and presentation. Lastly, the cocktails were also a highlight - especially the Midnight in Tokyo with tequila, orange liqueur, edible glitter, squid ink and lime. read more

GO FOR THE HAPPY HOUR WOW!!! 50% which was such a steal for beautiful cuts of wagyu. The pieces were so tender and melted in your mouth like butter. The hot rock was a true experience that you don't want to miss. All the sushi tasted so fresh and light. We are definitely ordering more rolls next time! The ramen and soco bowl weren't bad, but they definitely didn't compare to the small hot plates. It's been a very long time since i've been back at lucky robot and felt like they had a lot of tastier entrees in the past - maybe a new change due to covid? read more

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We randomly popped in here before a show for a bite and - woah! Delicious and great service! Wonderful chefs at the bar. Fresh fish with a twist like we have never had. Just go. And if you can sit at the bar, it'll be an extra fun time. And don't be ashamed to drink the sauce. read more

Aesthetic: It was really nice! I loved the interior. Unfortunately, because this is a popular place in the Austin area. It gets pretty booked so reservation is a must. I sat outside because it was the only available place. I didn't mind it. It was actually pretty nice. It was nice people watching in the downtown area. The only problem was it was scathing hot. That was not the restaurant's fault though. Their presentation on everything was fantastic. I loved it Food: Wow. All I can say is wow! The food was amazing! I rarely say that when it comes to a restaurant but the food here is really good. I have nothing bad to say about this. The food portion is small but I felt like it was still satisfying. Every bite made me feel like I was in heaven! Highly recommend their sushis and baos. The price point was really expensive though but the presentation of the food was really nice. I enjoyed it. I also was lucky enough to be there at lucky hour so everything was half off which was nice. Service: Amazing service. Everyone was super nice! I couldn't help but tip high because the person serving me was amazing. She was very kind and attentive even though I was by myself outside the restaurant Overall, I highly recommend coming here if you are by the downtown Austin area. It is a very popular place to go so make sure to reserve ahead of time. It is also a bit pricey but I think it is worth it. read more

Lucky Robot Restaurant - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

My husband and I dined at Lucky Robot a few days ago on a weeknight and had an amazing time. We had been looking forward to trying this restaurant for a while but had been avoiding as it gets pretty busy on the weekends. We had udon noodles with fried tofu and vegetables, as well as vegetarian sushi. While the noodles were excellent, the sushi is what blew our minds the most. It was tastier than expected. Days later, my husband still thinks about our time at Lucky Robot and reminded me several times already that we should go back! I can't disagree with him. The waiters who served us were very nice and helpful. The place was very clean and the decor cute and simple, my favorite part being the beautiful artsy kidrobot sculptures displayed prominently on the walls. Will we be back? Certainly! Just gotta avoid the weekend crowd in order to get great service and no waiting times on weekdays. read more

Great evening at Lucky Robot. Sit outside, great people watching. Beautifully prepared and presented sushi, sashimi, teriyaki and rolls. Excellent cold sipping saki. Super friendly staff. Outstanding. Recommend. Cocktails are premixed so order only what's on the menu. read more

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I love LR! And For a very long time I wanted to try the sushi. So we finally decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary and booked a reservation for two. We were able to get one on short notice. I love the ambience!! I fell in love instantly with the hanging cherry blossom branches and the neon lights. They have comfy booths and there is pretty looking swing table too. We were served by Drew D. We decided to start with sake cocktails southern sakura which is a nice take on old fashion but with sake! Serrano Midori was a sake and Serrano peppers based cocktail which was okay! The best cocktail was Chomame fizz which was butterfly pea blossom infused in peach, it was so refreshing and fruity. We totally loved it. NOTE: Their cocktail menu keeps changing like the season! So you will always find something new. Ask your server for suggestion. Which we did! Now the food! Of course we had to start with spicy edamame. The edamame was delicious, it's as caramelized and there was a spoon of spices as dip. This is going to be one of my favorite edamame. The Kingu sake toro sashimi (salmon belly) was very delicious. The voltron sushi was well done. Robot Ramen was gingery, yummilcious and perfect for the cloudy cold weather. The Yuzu pie 2.0 was on the house as we were celebrating our special day! It was a lemon pie with a thin cripsy crust, served with burnt marshmallow, nuts, blue berries and berry sauce. So creamy and light. Loved every bit of it! Overall a great experience. Food was amazing, the presentation was very inviting, the ambience was pretty, the price is fair, the location is very good. Drew was very helpful and friendly. Thank you Drew! A must try if your at SoCo. We will definitely be back. read more

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incredible place for vegetarian food & seafood alike! many vegan appetizers, nigiri pieces, and sushi rolls. Spicy edamame comes with a great & spicy seasoning - definitely try it if you love spicy food. The veggiepillar, Brussels sprouts, & mushroom nigiri are the best vegan items on the menu. Ask for the sake flight pictured below if you're looking for a great beginner tasting. 10/10! read more

Lucky Robot Restaurant - Sake flight! Delicious. - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

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