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    Uchiko Austin

    4.5 (2.4k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSushi Bars, Japanese, Asian Fusion
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Scallop bites
    Minh D.

    Delectable sushi bites!! Their scallop bites are the best - had 2 rounds of nama hotate and hotate. They melt in the mouth and the rice is perfectly cooked. Hama chili is the second favorite Their sushi rolls are alright - had the spicy tuna and crab. Staff is very helpful. Ambiance is cozy and dark. Overall great experience.

    Beef slices with fat cooked fries
    Pree R.

    Absolutely love Uchiko! My boyfriend and I first visited Uchiba earlier this year, and this time, decided to use a Resy credit at Uchiko and partake in their omakase special. After a discussion with the waitress upon being seated, we were able to clarify a request for my omakase to be vegetarian. My bf was able to partake in a little bit more food, but I was solely satisfied with the dishes I got, even when I shared it with my bf. The meat dishes that my bf got that I couldn't have were: - Beef slices with fat-cooked fries (I don't see why the fries had to be cooked in fat, but oh well) - some individual fish-based sushi pieces - poke crackers - shrimp skewers The veggie dishes I got to have included: - mushroom vegetable rolls with a sweet sticky sauce - sticky rice donburi style dish topped with greens and mushrooms soaked in soy sauce - avocado nigiri pieces - veggie roll with mango sauce - thinly-sliced mushroom - tempura kabocha squash - cold black sesame soba noodles Dessert was a delicious ice cream sandwich and a unique dessert that had a graham-cracker-like crust, cream, and topped with cilantro-flavored crushed ice and pineapple topping. We came at happy hour (4-6pm) and omakase was only $60 per person. And with the Resy credit, we got $100 off---an absolute gem of a deal! Our waitress was super friendly and really helpful in making sure I had delicious vegetarian options. Can't wait to come back!

    Angelica K.

    Everything was great from start to finish! All the fish was fresh and had great, different flavors. The hot stone wagyu was also tender and melts in your mouth. One of my favorite dessert in all of Austin is the fried milk. I'd go to Uchiko and its sister restaurants just for this dessert. Drinks were great also!

    Leila L.

    It's been so long since I've returned to this place, and honestly it's still a gem. They have a happy hour from 4:30-6. We booked a reservation the day before and chose the happy hour omakase. It's about 9 courses. Everything came out fairly quick. The omakase is for 2 people but we're able to accommodate for 3. For whatever reason the first and last dish were different, I guess due to the portion. Everything was enjoyable but I honestly wasn't a fan of their steak. It has a charcoal rub all over which makes it taste burnt to me. Everything else was great. I do think you might be able to get more à la carte than the omakase though, but it's nice not to have to think about what to pick.

    Ebi
    Anh D.

    I made reservations at Uchiko to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. When we were led to our seats at the sushi bar, we were pleasantly surprised with a "Happy Birthday" sign waiting at our seats. My boyfriend was really touched, and we felt it was a very thoughtful gesture from the staff. We arrived just in time for the happy hour omakase. Feeling adventurous, we chose the nine-course tasting menu for two. Our chef was very accommodating and asked if we had any allergies or time constraints. The pacing of the dishes was perfect and never felt rushed. We even ordered a few extra dishes and drinks on the side to enjoy between courses, and everything we tried was delicious. In total, we dined for about 1.5 hours. Overall, I really enjoyed my experience at Uchiko. The atmosphere was lively and inviting, and the service was fantastic from start to finish. The staff was extremely attentive and checked in on us frequently. Special shoutout to Max! He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and helped make the entire experience outstanding.

    Milk and cereal
    Nida A.

    Came here just for the dessert after an all you can eat experience next door at sushi warriors and this dessert never disappoints! I still standby the fact that the milk and cereal is the best dessert in Austin.

    Milk and cereal
    Christine D.

    Solid Omakase. They say it's a 10 course on the menu but every time we go I feel like we always get more courses than they claim.

    Joy Q.

    Amazing ambiance and high quality fish. Great omakase experience My favorite were - bluefin otoro - uni (Hokkaido uni, very fresh and no fishiness or over saltiness at all) - the milk and cereal dessert Stuff that I would not order again: (not special enough in my opinion) - the hot stone - the clay pot with mushrooms

    Fried milk and cereal
    Kenny N.

    Made reservations for a Saturday for happy hour. Got a seat pretty quickly in the dining room. The restaurant itself is dim but enough light to see what is going on. The waiter was amazing and nice. Making use of our time, we got our food and even threw in some extra due to some mistakes and delays. The gyudon was on the small side and not worth the 14 dollars, so don't get it. It was also very salty. The ham and egg was great but kind of dry. The sushi was fresh and delicious. A little mix-up with what the market fish was, so the waiter comped 2 pieces. Milk and cereal was a good way to end the meal. Fried milk and the ice cream. Hot and cold, and the crunch of the cereal makes a good pairing.

    Banana Cake
    Katelyn W.

    This was the first time my friends and I dined at Uchiko. To say it was a great experience would be an understatement. Every dish and roll is prepared to perfection. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and you can tell they love the food they are serving. If you are wanting a cool and sexy atmosphere. Definitely take a stop and indulge your senses. I wish I took more photos, but these are the ones I remembered to take. We ate so much food.

    Charlie R.

    Beyond wonderful experience at Uchiko! The valet was super convenient. Highly recommend making a reservation beforehand because it does get packed even on weekdays. We enjoyed the tasting menu which is designed to be shared with another person. We also added some items and were very filling. The cocktails and sake were also incredible. We had a large group of 10 and the service was perfect.

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    Pretty fire happy hour, would go back. Good drinks deals and food was good! 8/10! Pretty decent portions on some of the happy hour food

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    How much is the omakase?

    It varies based on what they select for you. $150 is a good rule of thumb. You can always suggest a cap. At happy hour, a smaller sampling is closer to $75, again based on what they send out.

    Is happy hour only in the bar or can you order from the happy hour menu at a table?

    At the table too!

    Do they do anniversary desserts?

    Yes

    I see that on the take-out menu, the omakase is for 2. If dining in, is it possible to get omakase for one?

    Can I find out which options are no rice options? My husband can't have rice right now so I'm looking for meat/veggie options that are grain free.

    Uchi and Uchiko rotate their menus daily and are highly responsive to personalization/requests at the table. For reference, most of Uchiko's hot tastings and nearly all of their cool tastings do not use rice. Most fish can be ordered as sashimi… 

    Are walk ins still welcome during covid on a weekend?

    Do they have shabu shabu here?

    No hot pots at the tables. Closest thing is the dish with the Kobe beef you cook on the hot rock.

    Want to get give as a gift... roughly how much would dinner for 4 cost? thanks

    Happy hour (sake social) including drinks: $80-120 per person. Not happy hour, $150 per person if consuming alcohol. Plus tip.

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    Toshokan is one of those Austin gems that feels like you've stumbled into another world. Luckily I…read moresnagged a reservation a few weeks in advance. Tucked away inside a mini golf course and hidden behind a bookshelf, the whole experience has this playful speakeasy energy before you even sit down. Once you step inside, the interior immediately transports you to the late‑night streets of Tokyo--moody lighting, intimate vibes, and that cinematic feeling like something special is about to happen. There are 6 seats. My boyfriend and I had such a fun, personal experience. The staff were incredible--warm, engaging, and genuinely excited to guide us through each course. The food itself was delicious, beautifully crafted, and felt customized in a way that made the night feel unique to us. It's the kind of omakase that doesn't take itself too seriously while still delivering seriously good dishes. I also highly recommend the sake and cocktail pairing. The bartender customizes it based on your preferences. I told her my favorite drink is an espresso martini and she made this really fun espresso, strawberry latte concoction. There is also a special house sake with an homage to the owner's cat. I love those personal details. It's always a great time at Toshokan, and I'll definitely be back again. PS it's a great place to celebrate your birthday or special occasion! They broke out a guitar to serenade me lol

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    3.9 mi•Bouldin Creek, South Lamar District, 78704 (South Austin)
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    We always enjoy eating at Uchi Denver and wanted to try out the OG while visiting Austin…read more Reservations were tough to find during the weekend but we were able to lock in Sunday 4pm and were happy to see a happy hour menu with so many choices! The place was already full by the time we arrived, buzzing with staff and customers. Our server Jennifer was attentive and helpful with descriptions and recommendations. There were so many servers bringing different plates. One was even so thoughtful to notice and bring my mom a new napkin when hers had slipped onto the floor. We were very impressed with everyone we interacted with, even those who waited to allow us to pass as we walked to the back of the restaurant. You just felt the pride and courtesy extended by everyone working there. Well done by creating this ambiance and culture. Beautiful place and wallpaper, attentive servers, and fresh seafood made this visit a memorable one for us. Plates we loved: Blue fin nigiri (we ordered it many times) Hama chili (bring me a spoon!) All the hand rolls Gyudon Wagyu beef, crispy beef and broccoli (my mom doesn't like raw sushi) Shag roll Tasmanian ocean trout Sake Tom kha So many great flavors. We found it very consistent with Denver and can't wait to come back!

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