WOW, I was really impressed with this place. I came here honestly not really expecting the level of…read moresushi that I got. The Toro and Santa Barbara Uni were noticeably just so high quality. The uni was a vibrant orange. I was talking with my friend when I first took a bite of the Toro, and literally had to pause the conversation with how surprised I was by its texture, truly feeling like a piece of Wagyu. It was overall just so much sashimi as well for the $42 price tag -- you could honestly split it with someone. They also had a gluten-free menu and provided gluten-free tamari, which was appreciated.

I always enjoy eating at Uchi Umi Sushi. They have a lot to offer from Sashimi to bentos, katsu,…read moretempura, soups and salads. They have a bar for Sashimi as well as alcohol. The service is polite and timely. The food is clean and presented well, as is Japan. Their bathrooms are some of the best smelling bathrooms I have been into. Go wash your hands just to experience the smells. So whether it be Nigiri or rolls, or some saki...stop by Uchi Umi Sushi for the experience.

Went here for my friend's birthday for dinner and everyone enjoyed it! All of the staff were kind…read moreand the restaraunt was a cute place for celebrations and dates! We all ordered rolls and shared with one another, including: nigiri set, spooky roll, superfly roll, rock n roll, and trio roll. we all split the takoyaki! for drinks my friends got i love yuzu much! and yuzu kosho margarita -- they loved it! all foods were very yummy! definitely will come back :)

So good, as usual! My fiancé and I came in at around 12:30 on a weekday. It was pretty packed in…read morethe parking lot so we didn't think we would get a table, but we were immediately seated at the bar. We both ordered the sushi lunch special. I got mine with the sunshine roll, which was tasty! All the fish is so fresh and basically melts in your mouth. Not pictured is the delicious miso soup that comes out before your meal. A 10/10 sushi spot and definitely not one to be missed!

The sushi here is outstanding, and the service is even better!! Chef Elvin always makes sure to…read morewelcome us every time. We frequent here almost weekly, and it is by far our favorite sushi restaurant in Austin. Would highly recommend you give them a try!

Tatsumi never misses. You can tell there's real care behind everything, from the quality of the…read morefish to how you're treated when you walk in. Everything on the menu is delicious and they use snow crab in the Real California roll which pretty much tells you everything about the standard here. The owner Tiffany is amazing, service is always on point and the chefs clearly take pride in what they're putting out. Grateful to have a spot like this.

My daughter and I had lunch at Miyo on a recent weekday. The restaurant is located with a small…read moregroup of stores in front of an apartment complex along Parmer Lane. Parking for the stores is a quick right turn after driving into the complex. Seating is available both indoors and outside on a shady deck. This is not a large restaurant, but the menu is extensive. Many items are a la carte, but there are also full meals with several included sides. A 2-page lunch menu is at the back of the main menu. We opted for edamame to start, a few skewers of yakitori, and 2 lunch special bento boxes. We were amazed by the amount of food in the lunch bento boxes. On top of that, everything tasted fresh and was obviously freshly prepared. My salmon was way overcooked but the tasty teriyaki sauce made up for it. My daughter's pork looked fabulous and she was very pleased with her choice. I thought that pricing was very reasonable given the quality and portion size. We ended up taking food home. We thoroughly enjoyed our extended lunch and would not hesitate to return.

Round Rock~ Just an addition to my review from the other day…read more We ate here again tonight! It was my friend's birthday and we decided to take him here because it was so good the other day. This time we got a delicious albacore roll, the beef yakisoba again, along with gyoza, and a Chashu Ramen. The waitress was very sweet and brought us a slice of green tea cheesecake, to share, for his birthday. I will say that I would not order the Ramen again. It had absolutely no flavor to the broth, the vegetables were not very tasty, and the pork was extremely fatty to the point where there was just a tiny bit of meat to eat. (In fact, there wasn't very much pork in the soup at all.) Other than that, everything else was delicious!

Absolutely loved this spot. The menu is split into starters, skewers, larger bites, and BBQ, so we…read moredecided to get one thing from each section--and everything was genuinely 10/10. We started with the cornbread, then had the wagyu skewer, the brisket hot pocket, and the brisket BBQ. Every single dish was flavorful, well-executed, and something I'd come back for. The brisket especially was amazing. The vibes were also so cute. It was this fun Western Japanese BBQ joint that makes the whole experience feel unique and cozy. Our waiter, Yoshi, was awesome too--super helpful and gave us great recommendations. Such a great dinner spot, and we will definitely go back.

Was super busy for a Tuesday night! I dined with a group of 8, so we had the "choose for us" option…read morewhere they brought out many different options. The beef skewers were pretty good, and the brisket pot pockets were bomb. Probably my favorite thing out of everything we tried! The ribs and chicken wings were good. The ceviche, chicken skewers, and cornbread were just ok. Not bad but not amazing. The brisket wasn't anything revolutionary. All the food was really salty too. I liked the fusion idea a lot! I'd say this is definitely a at least try once kind of spot. The staff were nice and the outdoor seating was nice and cozy and warm even though it was pouring rain.

If you're looking for authentic, unforgettable ramen, you absolutely have to try the Hakata…read moreTonkotsu DX at Marufuku Ramen. From the very first sip of that rich, creamy broth, I knew this place was something special. The noodles were perfectly cooked, the pork was tender and flavorful, and every bite felt like comfort in a bowl. Honestly, it's the best ramen I've ever had--and it's not even close. What really sets this place apart is the customer service. The staff is friendly, attentive, and truly make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. The vibe is awesome--lively, clean, and the kind of place you want to sit, relax, and enjoy every minute of your meal. And whatever you do, don't pass up the Spicy Wings. They are sweet, spicy, and perfectly crispy--cooked just right with that satisfying crunch in every bite. Absolutely delicious and the perfect complement to an already amazing meal. Top-notch service, incredible food, and an unbeatable atmosphere--this place is a must-visit.

I've been to Marufuku a couple of times, but today was the day I had the BEST meal and decided to…read morewrite a review. My first time wasn't too memorable and the second time I got the ultra spicy veggie ramen and it was so spicy I cried (which is good haha i have very high spice tolerance so I'm glad I found a spot that can do truly spicy). This time, I got the deluxe Chicken Paitan DX Ramen (the one that comes with the chicken leg). Chicken Paitan DX Ramen: A sweet soy glazed chicken leg is served on a hot sizzling plate with a small bed of bean sprouts marinating in the sauce. The sauce is a sticky, sweet soy sauce that is so delicious. The chicken leg itself is tender, juicy, and has a great skin texture. The skin soaks up the sauce so well and even has some nice charred bits that add to the flavor and complexity of the dish. The ramen itself was great too. A creamy rich chicken broth. I got the spicy level, so one level under the top spice level and it was perfect. Not unbearably spicy, but had a really nice underlying kick. The noodles are a thin yet snappy noodle so it made it easy to eat. I love the corn and mushroom spirals too! Overall, if you come based on this review, make sure to get the chicken paitan dx ramen. There are only 15 served in a day but ask them if they have it because I was able to get one on a Monday night at around 8PM! It's a nice space, good for a date or even a casual hangout. They have tables to accomodate parties of 1, 2, 4, and possibly 6.

We had a fantastic night and savored every dish that was served. To our lucky surprise we came…read moreduring happy hour, so we ordered many things off of the happy hour menu. Both of the sandos were perfect. The wagyu beef sando had a little bit more flavor but it was slight and both are worth trying. Every roll was enjoyable and I felt like each had a little twist that really made the flavors explosive, like a shaved onion or a crispy puff on the side of the roll. The service was stellar and they were easy to book on OpenTable I also tried the green tea mocktail and found it to be light and refreshing and I was happy that it wasn't super sweet My two favorite items were: 1. The Edamame - which were charred in a way that I feel like I've never experienced it before and had such great flavor. 2. The scallop roll had a thinly sliced shaved truffle on top that made the roll simple yet out of this world. Shout out to the manager who came by just to check in. I always think that is such a sweet gesture.

I have not been to Tenten in such a long time and recently went here for a happy hour with one of…read moremy girlfriends and had such an amazing time. Because of the influx of so many amazing new sushi spots opening up in town. I forget to visit my old favorite spots and neglecting tenten was a big mistake. Their happy hour is absolutely one of the best deals there is and on Tuesdays they have $10 rolls all night which is an absolute steal. I particularly went there on a Wednesday to try their A5 Wagyu sandwich, but because I hadn't been there in so long, I wanted to have all the rolls that sounded so amazing on the happy hour menu that I couldn't even get to the sandwich. Every single role we had was absolutely off the charts. They even had a Toro role on happy hour for $10 which was such a steal. The service and ambience was also as usual impeccable. Can't wait to come back here to try the sandwich on another Wednesday

Our kids requested habachi before heading downtown to a play, and chose this place. We had never…read morebeen and were skeptical, but man was it a great choice! Our habachi guy was funny, entertaining, inclusive and really generous! Our kids loved him! The food was good & we will definitely be back! Compared to other habachi experiences nearby, this is definitely the best one we've been to.

My first experience here was fantastic, so naturally we decided to return -- only for our second…read morevisit to be very disappointing. We arrived on time for our reservation (party of nine) and were told there would be a 10-15 minute wait, which ultimately turned into 45 minutes. The party ahead of us kept changing their guest count, with additional people arriving later, causing the hostess to repeatedly adjust their reservation and push back other confirmed parties. I checked in with the hostess several times, and although she eventually found us a table, it was an uncomfortably tight fit. There was no effort made to acknowledge or remedy the situation. At the very least, a complimentary appetizer or drinks would have been appropriate given the inconvenience. Unfortunately, I will not be returning to this restaurant-inconsistent service.

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

We had such a great experience at Lucky Robot that we ended up going three times during our 5-day…read moretrip 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.

This was my first time at Uchi. I was here to celebrate my friend's birthday, as this is one of her…read morefavorite places. We took advantage of the Happy Hour specials and tried a few items off the regular menu. She is the Sushi expert, so please forgive me for not remembering all the wonderful selections we sampled. The service was excellent, despite it being a tad busy. We had dined during their Happy Hour, yet our wait was never long for our entrees, as we finished each. Appreciated how our server provided the details of each dish as they were brought to our table. The ambiance of the restaurant was what I expected from the fine establishment this is. It's much more spacious than it looks from the outside. We were fortunate enough to be seated where we could observe dishes being prepared by the kitchen staff which added to the experience Overall, for my first time here, it was an outstanding experience.

Uchi is possibly my favorite restaurant in Austin. Uchi, meaning "home" in Japanese, was founded by…read moreJames Beard Award winning Chef Tyson Cole. Known for its nontraditional approach to Japanese cuisine, Uchi balances elevated food with impeccable service. Guests enjoy signature tastings, seasonal omakase, and an experience designed to surprise and delight. It offers the best curated sushi experience with innovative Japanese cuisine and one of the most consistent dining experiences in Austin. I had a reservation to celebrate my birthday. Parking can be a challenge but they do offer a valet service. The entire party must be present before you can be seated. We were seated in the main dining area across from the bar. There was a happy birthday fish card on the table to acknowledge the special occasion that was very thoughtful. We were approached by the staff quickly they pace your dining experience. We could see the bar and in the kitchen area from where we were seated to observe the chefs preparing the dishes. Started the meal with the lychee spritz cocktail with lemongrass, lemon, sparkling wine. It was so light and bubbly and had a decorative flower for a delicate presentation. I ended up ordering two more! We came during happy hour which is available on the weekend and sampled all the happy hour market fish which luckily featured 4 different selections including madai or Japanese sea bream that is my favorite. Tried several other dishes including: *gyudon with wagyu, crispy rice, pomegranate. *grilled romaine hand roll with crab edamame-jalapeño *snow crab gunkan calabrian chili, fried leeks, *broccoli katsu with chili aioli The daily specials are worth exploring, and I always recommend asking your server for guidance. They know the menu well and genuinely elevate the experience. Ordered my regular "go-to" dishes including: *hirame usuzukuri thinly-sliced flounder, candied quinoa, olive oil *ebi shrimp tempura *kabocha japanese pumpkin tempura *zero sen roll yellowtail, avocado, shallot, cilantro The fish quality is exceptional. Fresh, clean, buttery, and beautifully presented. I didn't even start eating sushi until discovering Uchi. The balance of flavors is what stands out most to me. Every dish is thoughtfully curated. I especially appreciate how they layer texture and temperature so each bite feels composed. The best example of this is the biendo roll with tempura shrimp spring roll, nuoc mam, red grape. The grape on top is chilled and it has texture from the crispy shrimp tempura. Their sauces are definitely where it's at and complement each dish exquisitely. I usually hoard all the sauces until the end of the meal. The chef made a special lobster dish with coconut curry, negi dare, cashew that was complementary. The green curry sauce that tasted like Thai tom kha with fresh herbs for a flavor explosion. The server recommended the warm banana cake with chicory, buckwheat, white coffee kahlua ice cream for my birthday dessert. Although I am not a fan of coffee, this dessert was amazing with the perfect balance of sweet and savory and great texture. Uchi manages to feel refined but still warm and inviting. It's a place I return to for celebrations, but also when I just want a meal that feels thoughtfully executed from start to finish.