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We come here often. But Saturday night was incredible. We decided to do Omakase. Our server, Evalin, asked some good questions, as we have ordered Omakase in the past. She said she would put in some special requests. The result was amazing, with a nice mix of "standard" dishes that we love, like the tuna belly trio, ,flaming salmon and foie gras. But then a series of new plates. Part of the experience of a good sushi dinner is the creations by the chef, but also the guidance of a great server like Evalin really makes the night memorable.
Found this place on Yelp when looking for a new sushi spot. This is easily the best sushi restaurant in Austin, better than Uchi for sure. If you want to have a nice sushi dinner or take someone in a sushi date, this is the spot to be. The service was phenomenal.
We went for our anniversary dinner and had an incredible time. The food, wine, and cocktails were incredible. I'm a bit of a red wine snob, was not disappointed. The wine glasses were thin and delicate (iykyk) and my husband loved the Japanese old fashioned. We had the Monday omakase. We added a roll (Soto 2.0) and the smoking salmon. Smoking salmon was not for me, but presentation was cool. I think I just prefer my fish raw regardless of a neat presentation. Everything else was divine. I have to shout out our server, Tami. She was so knowledgeable on wine and sushi, she seemed to just know exactly what we would like!! Can't wait to come back. Sounds like the happy hour deals are well worth it!
I am so excited to find a new sushi happy hour spot. Parking in the garage is validated when you get to the restaurant. There were a lot of options on the happy hour menu so we just tried a bunch of things. I loved the presentation of each dish. There was great care taken and you can tell! This was a great dining experience with excellent service! I'll definitely return!
Soto Austin has one of the best happy hour deals in town - great value considering how exceptional the quality is. The fish is always incredibly fresh, and the chefs have a real talent for pairing unique flavors that enhance, rather than overpower, the delicacy of the seafood. Honestly, I'd take Soto over the Uchi chain any day. The balance, creativity, and precision here are unmatched. Their truffle risotto and uni pasta are must-orders - rich, elegant, and deeply satisfying. For anyone who appreciates refined Japanese cuisine without the pretension, Soto truly stands out.
Soto on South Lamar is easily a 5 star experience every time, one of those spots that just nails both the food and the vibe. The sushi is incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and the flavor combinations are next level, you can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The space feels upscale but still comfortable, perfect for a date night, or a nice dinner out without feeling stuffy. And yes, the famous flaming salmon dish is fun and delicious, but definitely get more than just that, the rest of the menu deserves attention too, especially the specialty rolls, nigiri, and seasonal fish selections. There is a lot of depth here beyond the showstopper plate. Andy is great, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely makes you feel taken care of without hovering. Service like that really elevates the whole night. Between the quality of the fish, creative menu, and standout service, Soto continues to be one of my favorite sushi spots in Austin.
Really great. Better than uchiba. Maybe on par w uchi for me Overall recommendations: chili hamachi, hamachi apple, soto 2.0 and uni pasta, risotto Chili hamachi-5/5 must get. So good the chili flavor is nice and has depth to it and not very spicy. More flavorful and goes so well together w the crunchy scallion texture on the soft fish Hirame usuzukuri- 4/5 - it was good but i could skip it. Flavor was really nice and light. The plum flavor was very distinct. But based on personal preference liked the hamachi more Ora king salmon- 4.7/5- very good the lemon flavor was so nice. The only thing is i felt the nigiris had too much wasabi at the end and the sizes are quite tiny Salmon toro (belly)- 4.7/5- really good. Same as above a little too much wasabi at the end and small size. Like the ora king more Hamachi Apple- 5/5 nice sweetness in the beginning from the apple and then a little bit of spice later on. Really enjoyed this one a lot lighter Kudamono 3/5- the banana is interesting and pleasant in texture but i would say overall compared to the other rolls. Tastes more average and familiar to a typical roll youd get elsewhere Soto 2.0- 5/5 really good had a nice depth of flavor.This and the hamachi were the favorites Uni pasta- 5/5- really enjoyed the depth and flavor. Less on the uni side and more a creamy and thick taste that is really good Risotto- 5/5 - very good and freshly warm
We made a reservation to celebrate while we were in town. The location was easy to find, and parking was not an issue. We had a great sever and she was attentive and kind all night. Everything we ordered was really good. Not one thing was bad. It is expensive. Expect to pay $150 plus for two if you're eating and drinking. If we didn't get drinks we probably could have spent $100 plus tip. The quality of everything was impressive and the environment was relaxing and quiet. Perfect date night. Can't wait to come back!
Such an amazing time! My boyfriend and I did the omakase lunch with the sake pairing. Everything was so yummy and our server (which I forgot her name but she was newer and I think it started with a K) was absolutely amazing! She was super good at describing the different items and gave honest opinions on certain items which I really appreciate. We are super used to the cedar park location but will definitely be back at this one. Thank you Soto for yet another tasty lunch :) I wish I took more pictures but I ate everything too fast.
Personal favorites: Giant clam nigiri, ebi nigiri, Uni sushi (forgot the official name for this one) - The giant clam is refreshing and sweet. Not fishy or slimy at all. It's a thick piece so you can really feel the chewy and crunchy texture! - Uni is on the small side. They taste creamy and sweet, exactly what I expected. - The ebi one has some nice citrusy flavor to it, again very nice texture and flavor. Overall the food has very exquisite taste, fresh ingredients, and beautiful plating! We enjoyed everything we ordered. If I had to share one feedback, it's the uni pasta - I think they use something like instant noodle, not the Italian pasta kind. Still delicious though. I'd like to mention the creative seasoning pairing choices. I've been to Japan many times, but Soto surprised me with some unexpected combination of fried garlic, yuzu, truffle, etc. It's very delightful and unique. Will definitely come back.
We were visiting from out of state and wanted to try something local in Texas. The restaurant is beautifully decorated -- classy, warm, and elegant. Perfect date night vibe. The service was amazing too; our server was super knowledgeable and made the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. We started with the miso soup, which was delicious and had a unique touch with mushrooms added in. For rolls, we got the Soto 2.0, and we loved it. The toro was rich, savory, and just melted in your mouth. Under the cold section, the hamachi chili was one of our favorites -- the bite was perfectly balanced with fried jalapeño and scallions on top. The massugo maguro was another pleasant surprise, especially with the crispy rice underneath adding the perfect crunch. For nigiri, we had the seared sake toro, which was good but not as standout as the others. The hamachi toro (fatty wild yellowtail), though, was beautifully presented with smoke -- it had a rich, smoky flavor that paired perfectly with the fish. We also tried the housemade potato chips, which were a fun and crunchy snack. From the seasonal menu, the bafun uni was fantastic -- buttery, custard-like, and honestly comparable (if not better) than the Santa Barbara uni we've had before. The kama toro with caviar was incredibly rich and delicious. And the highlight of the night was the truffle masuter -- our server recommended it, saying the chef won an award for it, and we could absolutely see why. It was one of those "Ratatouille" moments where the flavors just come together perfectly -- an unforgettable bite. We ended with the uni pasta, which lived up to the hype. The creamy sauce and the egg on top tied everything together beautifully. All in all, Soto was a hidden gem for us and made our first visit to Austin even better. We'd definitely come back next time we're in town!
It's becoming an annual tradition for me to celebrate my birthday here. We always opt for their omakase course, which comes with 18 bites. They also have a premium option that comes with 20 bites and includes more selections from their specialty menu but we're pretty content with just their standard omakase. You're also able to tell your server your preferences which is a huge plus for me because I'm not a fan of shellfish so they were able to customized their omakase selection a bit to exclude things we don't want. It's hard to pick a favorite dish because everything was plated delicately and also tasted superb - definitely very close to the quality you'll get in Japan. One of most memorable dishes for me was the wagyu on the hot stone. It definitely reminded me of Japan. Their homemade potato chip, which left me craving more, also deserves an honorable mention. They have a fantastic drinks selection as well. All in all, Soto is a great place for a celebratory meal. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.
I had the pleasure of dining at Soto for Valentine's and their omakase did not disappoint!! Our server was incredibly friendly and did a great job at explaining each item and drinks to pair with them! It's such a fun dining experience, and it's so classy- you'd almost forget it's across the street from Gibson! Definitely recommend and will absolutely be coming back
This place serves happy hour from 4-6PM Monday - Friday, so we obviously had to come check out the discounted drinks food items! HIGHLIGHTS: 1. Lychee Margarita -- It was refreshing to see a margarita version of the traditional Lychee Martini. 2. Chicken Kara-age -- I loved their tangy and sweet dipping sauce that came with the fried chicken bites. It tasted like it had some fish sauce infused if you like that flavor. 3. Mini Sushi Tacos (2pc) -- Very delicious twist on the traditional taco! It was the perfect ratio of rice, fish, and avocado, and the crispy sushi shell worked perfectly! I wish they were bigger though haha. The stars of the show were definitely the Wagyu Land & Sea Sushi Roll and their infamous Uni Pasta. The Wagyu was very tender (almost melted in the mouth) and it felt like eating a "Surf & Turf" but on a roll! As for the pasta, WOW! The poached egg made the pasta extra creamy and the sea urchin and truffle flavors complimented each other so well. I'm so glad they waited to serve us this dish at the very end -- couldn't have ended the experience in a better way! Although our table size was small for our party of 2, the waiters were diligently taking dishes off of our table as we finished them. The service was wonderful, and we'll definitely be back again! read more
3 months ago
This happy hour is PHENOMENAL, with a mix of sushi and hot plates I would absolutely recommend. The fish at Soto is so fresh. I have been thinking about the Akami Nigiri since I left. The service here was great. The servers always follow up on food, and my water was never empty. This is the perfect date night spot. read more
This restaurant got away with murder. Sat down to eat. Our order was taken graciously... But only 3/4 of it ever came to the table. My husband's $30 roll never arrived and neither did the edamame he ordered.... Yet, I do believe we paid for both. In the moment of paying the bill, I was in far too much shock over HOW EXPENSIVE IT WAS to even realize that my husband didn't even get half of his dinner. Also, I paid HOW MUCH FOR 6 slices of Anago Sashimi**. I'm NEVER going to get over how insanely priced this restaurant is. And it really isn't much better, or even better at all, than a HOLE IN THE WALL spot that's all you can eat... Call me "trash" if you want but I have eaten at THOUSANDS of sushi spots, high end, low end, Michelin star rated, food poisoning inducing (lol) and this restaurant falls into the category of "wanna be" fancy but you can tell it's trying too hard. Was the fish good? Sure. Was it worth the $450 I wound up spending... For 2 people... NOT EVEN A LITTLE. **THEY CHARGED ME $64 for 6 slices of Anago sashimi, even though on the menu it was $7 per slice. ** They also charged me $110 for a sashimi platter, and I have absolutely NO CLUE where they came up with this number. Truly pissed off at this restaurant. ALWAYS TRIPLE CHECK YOUR BILL BEFORE PAYING!!!!! This restaurant stole from us. read more
We come here often. But Saturday night was incredible. We decided to do Omakase. Our server, Evalin, asked some good questions, as we have ordered Omakase in the past. She said she would put in some special requests. The result was amazing, with a nice mix of "standard" dishes that we love, like the tuna belly trio, ,flaming salmon and foie gras. But then a series of new plates. Part of the experience of a good sushi dinner is the creations by the chef, but also the guidance of a great server like Evalin really makes the night memorable. read more
2 months ago
Found this place on Yelp when looking for a new sushi spot. This is easily the best sushi restaurant in Austin, better than Uchi for sure. If you want to have a nice sushi dinner or take someone in a sushi date, this is the spot to be. The service was phenomenal. read more
1 month ago
We went for our anniversary dinner and had an incredible time. The food, wine, and cocktails were incredible. I'm a bit of a red wine snob, was not disappointed. The wine glasses were thin and delicate (iykyk) and my husband loved the Japanese old fashioned. We had the Monday omakase. We added a roll (Soto 2.0) and the smoking salmon. Smoking salmon was not for me, but presentation was cool. I think I just prefer my fish raw regardless of a neat presentation. Everything else was divine. I have to shout out our server, Tami. She was so knowledgeable on wine and sushi, she seemed to just know exactly what we would like!! Can't wait to come back. Sounds like the happy hour deals are well worth it! read more
I am so excited to find a new sushi happy hour spot. Parking in the garage is validated when you get to the restaurant. There were a lot of options on the happy hour menu so we just tried a bunch of things. I loved the presentation of each dish. There was great care taken and you can tell! This was a great dining experience with excellent service! I'll definitely return! read more
Soto Austin has one of the best happy hour deals in town - great value considering how exceptional the quality is. The fish is always incredibly fresh, and the chefs have a real talent for pairing unique flavors that enhance, rather than overpower, the delicacy of the seafood. Honestly, I'd take Soto over the Uchi chain any day. The balance, creativity, and precision here are unmatched. Their truffle risotto and uni pasta are must-orders - rich, elegant, and deeply satisfying. For anyone who appreciates refined Japanese cuisine without the pretension, Soto truly stands out. read more
Soto on South Lamar is easily a 5 star experience every time, one of those spots that just nails both the food and the vibe. The sushi is incredibly fresh, beautifully presented, and the flavor combinations are next level, you can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. The space feels upscale but still comfortable, perfect for a date night, or a nice dinner out without feeling stuffy. And yes, the famous flaming salmon dish is fun and delicious, but definitely get more than just that, the rest of the menu deserves attention too, especially the specialty rolls, nigiri, and seasonal fish selections. There is a lot of depth here beyond the showstopper plate. Andy is great, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely makes you feel taken care of without hovering. Service like that really elevates the whole night. Between the quality of the fish, creative menu, and standout service, Soto continues to be one of my favorite sushi spots in Austin. read more
8 months ago
Really great. Better than uchiba. Maybe on par w uchi for me Overall recommendations: chili hamachi, hamachi apple, soto 2.0 and uni pasta, risotto Chili hamachi-5/5 must get. So good the chili flavor is nice and has depth to it and not very spicy. More flavorful and goes so well together w the crunchy scallion texture on the soft fish Hirame usuzukuri- 4/5 - it was good but i could skip it. Flavor was really nice and light. The plum flavor was very distinct. But based on personal preference liked the hamachi more Ora king salmon- 4.7/5- very good the lemon flavor was so nice. The only thing is i felt the nigiris had too much wasabi at the end and the sizes are quite tiny Salmon toro (belly)- 4.7/5- really good. Same as above a little too much wasabi at the end and small size. Like the ora king more Hamachi Apple- 5/5 nice sweetness in the beginning from the apple and then a little bit of spice later on. Really enjoyed this one a lot lighter Kudamono 3/5- the banana is interesting and pleasant in texture but i would say overall compared to the other rolls. Tastes more average and familiar to a typical roll youd get elsewhere Soto 2.0- 5/5 really good had a nice depth of flavor.This and the hamachi were the favorites Uni pasta- 5/5- really enjoyed the depth and flavor. Less on the uni side and more a creamy and thick taste that is really good Risotto- 5/5 - very good and freshly warm read more
9 months ago
We made a reservation to celebrate while we were in town. The location was easy to find, and parking was not an issue. We had a great sever and she was attentive and kind all night. Everything we ordered was really good. Not one thing was bad. It is expensive. Expect to pay $150 plus for two if you're eating and drinking. If we didn't get drinks we probably could have spent $100 plus tip. The quality of everything was impressive and the environment was relaxing and quiet. Perfect date night. Can't wait to come back! read more
2 months ago
Such an amazing time! My boyfriend and I did the omakase lunch with the sake pairing. Everything was so yummy and our server (which I forgot her name but she was newer and I think it started with a K) was absolutely amazing! She was super good at describing the different items and gave honest opinions on certain items which I really appreciate. We are super used to the cedar park location but will definitely be back at this one. Thank you Soto for yet another tasty lunch :) I wish I took more pictures but I ate everything too fast. read more
Personal favorites: Giant clam nigiri, ebi nigiri, Uni sushi (forgot the official name for this one) - The giant clam is refreshing and sweet. Not fishy or slimy at all. It's a thick piece so you can really feel the chewy and crunchy texture! - Uni is on the small side. They taste creamy and sweet, exactly what I expected. - The ebi one has some nice citrusy flavor to it, again very nice texture and flavor. Overall the food has very exquisite taste, fresh ingredients, and beautiful plating! We enjoyed everything we ordered. If I had to share one feedback, it's the uni pasta - I think they use something like instant noodle, not the Italian pasta kind. Still delicious though. I'd like to mention the creative seasoning pairing choices. I've been to Japan many times, but Soto surprised me with some unexpected combination of fried garlic, yuzu, truffle, etc. It's very delightful and unique. Will definitely come back. read more
1 year ago
We were visiting from out of state and wanted to try something local in Texas. The restaurant is beautifully decorated -- classy, warm, and elegant. Perfect date night vibe. The service was amazing too; our server was super knowledgeable and made the whole experience enjoyable from start to finish. We started with the miso soup, which was delicious and had a unique touch with mushrooms added in. For rolls, we got the Soto 2.0, and we loved it. The toro was rich, savory, and just melted in your mouth. Under the cold section, the hamachi chili was one of our favorites -- the bite was perfectly balanced with fried jalapeño and scallions on top. The massugo maguro was another pleasant surprise, especially with the crispy rice underneath adding the perfect crunch. For nigiri, we had the seared sake toro, which was good but not as standout as the others. The hamachi toro (fatty wild yellowtail), though, was beautifully presented with smoke -- it had a rich, smoky flavor that paired perfectly with the fish. We also tried the housemade potato chips, which were a fun and crunchy snack. From the seasonal menu, the bafun uni was fantastic -- buttery, custard-like, and honestly comparable (if not better) than the Santa Barbara uni we've had before. The kama toro with caviar was incredibly rich and delicious. And the highlight of the night was the truffle masuter -- our server recommended it, saying the chef won an award for it, and we could absolutely see why. It was one of those "Ratatouille" moments where the flavors just come together perfectly -- an unforgettable bite. We ended with the uni pasta, which lived up to the hype. The creamy sauce and the egg on top tied everything together beautifully. All in all, Soto was a hidden gem for us and made our first visit to Austin even better. We'd definitely come back next time we're in town! read more
It's becoming an annual tradition for me to celebrate my birthday here. We always opt for their omakase course, which comes with 18 bites. They also have a premium option that comes with 20 bites and includes more selections from their specialty menu but we're pretty content with just their standard omakase. You're also able to tell your server your preferences which is a huge plus for me because I'm not a fan of shellfish so they were able to customized their omakase selection a bit to exclude things we don't want. It's hard to pick a favorite dish because everything was plated delicately and also tasted superb - definitely very close to the quality you'll get in Japan. One of most memorable dishes for me was the wagyu on the hot stone. It definitely reminded me of Japan. Their homemade potato chip, which left me craving more, also deserves an honorable mention. They have a fantastic drinks selection as well. All in all, Soto is a great place for a celebratory meal. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more
I had the pleasure of dining at Soto for Valentine's and their omakase did not disappoint!! Our server was incredibly friendly and did a great job at explaining each item and drinks to pair with them! It's such a fun dining experience, and it's so classy- you'd almost forget it's across the street from Gibson! Definitely recommend and will absolutely be coming back read more
I popped in to grab HH before my movie at Alamo. The HH menu is great! My bartender was Son. He was helpful and friendly. He told me his favorites. I got the Chili Hamachi, Mini Sushi Tacos, Hamachi Nigiri, and Masu Nigiri. There were all fantastic. I was even surprised with a little extra sushi from the chef. Lucky me! Sorry Alamo, this food is way better than yours! ;) Happy Hour: M-F : 4-6 S-S : 3-6 In the words of A.S., "I'll be back." read more
8 months ago
Popped in for happy hour on a Monday! Plenty of seating inside and outside. Outside is a bit noisy as you are on S Lamar but a nice option for HH. The HH menu running from 4-6 pm offers a great selection of food and drink options at very competitive prices. We had a few bites, all of which are delicious. There is a $65 HH tasting menu that I plan to come back and try. The service was fast, friendly and knowledgeable. Tons of parking in the Lamar Union garages. read more
1 month ago
Lovely ambience, recommend for date night, great food items. The hamachi apple roll was amazing, the crunch from the apple takes it up to a new level. read more
10 months ago
First time here and I thoroughly enjoyed it. We opted to sit outside since the weather was beautiful and we loved every minute. Our waitress was sooo sweet and made my daughter feel so special. We tried so many different things from their happy hour menu along with some from their regular menu. The sushi was phenomenal and I'll def keep them in mind for another Sunday fun day adventure. read more
4 months ago
I have been to hundreds of sushi /japanese places in my life from Portland to Hawaii to Japan and hands down this is one if not the best sushi experiences we have been to while visiting Austin . Our server Rolo was amazing. He was very attentive and took his time serving us. The sushi was flown in from Japan and it was the best. Will go back and visit this place read more
Great service and quick too. Modern place located by other small restaurants too. Plenty of garage parking. Menu was thorough. Sushi was tremendous and best one was hamachi apple. White tiger was good but the arugula was best part of the Apple one. Appetizers the crab cake was delicious with the sweet sauce, the pork pot stickers had a spicier sauce which was worth keeping for the sushi. Dessert the matcha was surprisingly great. We had a great server as she tossed in a free dessert mango one at the end. She was quick and gave great recommendation. Will be back read more
The food is incredibly fresh and full of flavor, with a great assortment that makes it hard to choose just one thing. Everything we've tried has been consistently excellent, but the nigiri really stands out; simple, perfectly prepared, and lets the quality of the fish shine. You can tell a lot of care goes into every dish. It's become one of our go-to spots when we're craving top-tier sushi in Austin, and we'll absolutely keep coming back! read more
Have now been here twice. The first time we didn't order much & went to a different restaurant for the second half of dinner. We came for my sister's birthday & it was a lovely experience all the way through. We got two of their rolls, several nigiri, and two hot plates (classic uni pasta & truffle risotto). Everything was delicious except one of the nigiri's I felt was either not fresh or under seasoned. It may have been the scallops. They gave us their two signature desserts for free as well (due to the birthday) - Each course came out quickly, especially because my family doesn't really get lost in conversation when we eat out; we fully invest in eating our food! Service was great, we had two different servers take our group photo and the valet person outside also delivered quality work. read more
The staff was absolutely wonderful here. Everyone was very helpful and constantly made sure our water was filled. They made recommendations and checked in regularly. All of the rolls we tried were great but the nigiri was terrific. I would love to swing by again and load up on nigiri! read more
11 months ago
We had came here to celebrate my birthday because I love the sushi nigiris here! The service was impeccable and we were seated promptly with our dinner reservations. We ordered the following: * 1/2 dozen oysters $34- 1/5 the ponzu sauce was over powering and you could not taste the oysters. It was not enjoyable at all. * crispy rice $23- we must have went on an off day because for some reason the tuna mixture had oil leaking out of it like something was melting. It was greasy and the tuna was not cold but warm. The crispy rice was delicious. * chili hamachi $21- 5/5 taste exactly like how we remembered it when we came last time! * 4 nama hotate- Hokkaido scallop nigiri $7x4=$28.00: 3/5 not the best scallop nigiri I've ever had. It was a bit fishy but the yuzu helped . * 2 Ora king salmon nigiri: $6x 2=$12.00: so good! It just melts in your mouth! * 2 chu toro nigiri : $9 x 2=$18.00: 5/5 so good! You can taste freshness. The tuna melts in your mouth ! * 2 house made potato chip $9 x 2=$18.00: 3/5 it didn't taste like last time we had it. It was a bit bland and the potato chip wasn't as crispy. * 2 spicy hotati gunkan scallop $8x 2=$16.00: 5/5 so yummy! I actually preferred this one over the scallop nigiri! Last visit I ordered something off menu and I found out during this dining experience that the Mystery item I had that was life changing was the toro wrapped oyster! Each oyster is $25 but it's loaded and so good! It's an oyster with caviar, toro, sea urchin, salmon roe, and gold flakes! I should have went with this one instead of the half dozen oysters. Do I recommend this place? Yes! Nice place for special occasions. It's gonna be an expensive meal but the quality is too notch! read more
3 months ago
1 year ago
Stopped in for a weekend dinner, had a reservation and they seated us immediately. Service was great, waitress knew the menu up and down, with a passion for it. As for the Sushi itself, really nice presentation and flavors complemented each other nicely. On the flip side of things, extremely noisy, not the cleanest, and drinks had repeated opportunity to say it nicely. For the price point would have expected more. read more
Soto has been a go-to of mine for a few years now. I'd rank them in the top 10 sushi spots in Austin due to the quality of food and service. The best bang for your buck would be to visit during the lunch hours. They have fantastic lunch specials! My favorite things on the menu are: spicy or truffle edamame, chili hamachi and kanpachi sashimi! Soto usually has a lot of diners when I visit so, I'd recommend getting a reservation to avoid a long wait! read more
Service was strange. We also wandered in on a Sunday cause the last three stops were closed. Food was good. Garage to park in was around the corner. Ambience was strange pumping loud club music on the middle of a Sunday with a light crowd while serving up 100$+ pp meals hah Overall, it had some unique dishes that were tasty if you're feeling like a lunch on the pricey side but at that price point there are also better options, maybe not in Austin tho? I don't know but certainly in LA or the Bay. I liked it and if nothing was open and I was in the area again I'd probably pop by again. read more
4 months ago
8 months ago
Loved all of the food and ambiance about Soto! I would recommend for a fun date- although it can easily get pricey. The food will absolutely be mind-blowingly good. Saki, our waitress, was so great on her timing and service. I highly recommend her but it also looked like all of the other staff were just as good. read more
1 year ago
Sushi and nigiri were delectable! Everything exploaded with flavor. Wish I would have taken a pic of the nigiri! Service was wonderful, very attentive. Highly recommend! read more
10 months ago
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First off-they have free parking and a great location! The happy hour menu and even regular menu had diverse options, especially for gluten free since they were able to have a dedicated frier for gluten free-and even do tempura and rolls on there! Some of the dishes were amazing, the Tuna Tacos and happy hour maki were delicious. Unfortunately not all the food was up to expectations. The land and sea roll we tried was super spicy and citrusy. We couldn't taste the meat/fish as it was covered by the overbearing lime jalapeño flavor. Additionally, the nigiri left much to be desired especially given the price. We did have a giant bone in one piece which I've never had happen in a nice establishment, but the sushi team did give us a replacement piece when they discovered this. There were tons of staff around, but not doing anything. No one ever asked our opinion on the food and we never received a drink after being told the "ticket was lost" but still never received it after they said it would come again. We ended up cancelling it after 30 minutes of not receiving it. Our water glasses were empty often and there were large pauses between dishes coming out, especially for it not being busy. Our waiter was friendly when he was there and very knowledgable on the menu, but would have large periods of being unavailable which was discouraging when none of the other staff assisted with any refills/orders. It was a very spend 5 minutes flagging someone down if you need something vibe. The ambiance was average. A typical sit down restaurant, but there was a kid present who kept screaming. This wasn't a toddler or baby and the parent did nothing. Every 5-10 minutes there would be a loud scream that would cause everyone to pause in concern. The host and guests kept giving nasty looks but nothing was done. I feel the host or wait staff could have addressed the parent asking them to step outside or get their meal to-go if this continued as it was a huge disturbance. Dropping $100+ dollars a person I expected more on all accounts. Uchi and Neighborhood sushi are better choices. read more
My new favorite restaurant in Austin!! Went for a dinner date and had the best service and help with the extensive menu. It was such a great experience that we came back for lunch the next week. A great lunch deal in my opinion! $28 for soup, salad, vegetable tempura, 5 nigiri, and one roll. Can't wait to come back and treat myself during a busy work week. Interior is clean as well with very kind staff. Everything has been amazing and so fun to try new foods. Haven't tried their bar yet but the drinks have looked great. Can't wait to come back and continue to explore more of the menu!! read more
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1100 S Lamar Blvd
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What are their happy hour specials/discounts?
9$ lychee martinis and margaritas and a few other drinks And basically a bunch of rolls/…
Is this place kid-friendly at dinner time?
On my 2nd visit, there were families at dinner. There were no issues. Enjoy!
Gluten free options?
Plenty! They are super accommodating for allergies, especially gluten. They can do just about any menu item gluten free, even tempura!
How long will the dining experience take if you do the omakase?
Omakase tends to take about 1.5-2 hours depending on how busy the restaurant is
What's the dress and ambiance like? Trying to do a slightly fancy/dressier dinner.
For Dinner I would definitely say it's a nicer restaurant. It's in line with a nice steak restaurant or Uchi. No coat/tie needed but you definitely would not look out of place with coat tie either. It would be a really nice date night place.
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