Just left a birthday celebration pretty disappointed. I'm not sure if we had too high of expectations but felt the fish quality was not great. We had several tuna and salmon nigiri, spicy crunchy tuna roll, Hama chili, brussel sprouts, salmon hand roll, mushroom croquettes, short rib korroke, and a few drinks. The drinks were great and service was good. The staff was kind, friendly, and attentive. The restaurant is very nice. Brussels were good but overly sauced (and I love sauce). We enjoyed the salmon hand rolls, but the salmon nigiri was tough and lacking any buttery/"melt in your mouth" experience. Unfortunately, the fish quality overall was not great, and the tuna roll we had reminded me of a tuna roll from HEB that gave me food poisoning. I'm sad that the quality seemed low and to my knowledge, there was no birthday dessert included. Overall, I'm disappointed and probably wouldn't recommend to friends. read more

Uchiko is exceptional! Was blessed to try several dishes here and all were amazing. The dishes that stood out the most were the nigiri - they were incredibly tasty, large and delicious. read more

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I finally got to try Uchiko after hearing great things, and overall, the food lived up to the hype! Everything we ordered was fresh and flavorful. That said, I do wish the service was a bit more welcoming. I mentioned it was our first time visiting, but the waitress didn't explain the menu or offer guidance on what to try. When visiting Uchiba (the sister restaurant) our waiter walked us through the menu and gave delicious recommendations. Also, I had noted in the reservation that we were celebrating my birthday, but there was no acknowledgement, not even a simple "happy birthday" which was a little disappointing as I know Uchiba makes more of a point to recognize special occasions, so i expected a similar level of hospitality here. Still, the food was great and the ambiance is beautiful. Our favorite was the madai, which we ordered more of. I will definitely come back! read more

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Uchiko is what you would expect- the second concept by Hai hospitality this restaurant definitely does not disappoint. It is definitely an Austin sushi restaurant. I would not call this very traditional sushi. It is still very delicious and I think a lot of people who normally would not like the food at a traditional sushi restaurant might enjoy the cuisine here. Highlights of the meal were the tempura as a starter (best we have had) the Otoro tuna sashimi was delicious and the milk and cereal Dessert was a very innovative twist on classic flavors- that we agreed was worth the splurge for dessert! The staff was above and beyond- the waiter even found out where they bought their cool candle holders for us! Overall enjoyed the experience! read more

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Put me on the Uchi bandwagon which is an Austin staple. We had another incredible meal last night. The sushi, salads, other appetizers and the dessert...OMG the dessert... were all amazing. Service was good, the long lull between the dishes was annoying but the food made up for that. The funny thing is...this is known to be a sushi spot but the past dishes were the multiple A5 wagyu dishes...like butter. read more

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Make sure to take advantage of happy hour because Uchiko can get pretty expensive! But you do get what you pay for. The quality of the food is amazing and the servers are amazing. They check in with you a good amount, have great recommendations, and are great at explaining what everything is as it comes to the table. Some stand out dishes for me were the beef gyudon and honestly all of the sashimi we tried. In pictures, the gyudon honestly looks kind of dry but there's a delicious sauce on the bottom that brings the whole bowl to a new level. The dry mushrooms were kind of weird but the shortrib was so tender. My personal favorite though, was the bafun uni. It was so creamy and sweet. Sadly it's only one piece per order though. The desserts were also delicious! The banana cake was warm and spiced and nowhere near as dense as it looked. And the blueberry okashi was really refreshing after a big meal. And had a great contrast between the creamy yogurt and the crispy toppings. read more

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best things were hama chili, sweet potatoes, and snow crab roll. the fried milk is also a must get - it was the perfect blend of textures and sweetness insane really read more

We decided to celebrate our anniversary here and it was NOT a mistake. The food was fantastic, the vibes were good, and our server was incredible. Her name was Mia and she had a great attitude, had perfect recommendations, and was super accommodating. We'll be back! read more

The kids and I had a great time at Uchiko yesterday thanks to a generous gift card I received. Just enough to cover the 3 of us during happy hour! Everything was delicious. Our favorites were the eggplant crisps and pork belly. The fried chicken dish came out partially cold the first time but they quickly remade it and comped it. It had been a while since I've been to uchiko and it was as good as I remembered it. Our server was very knowledgeable on all the sake and food items! We sat inside in the restaurant area in a booth. It was extremely busy so it was sometimes hard to hear, but we enjoyed the decor. read more

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We came for happy hour on a Saturday. We made a reservation online and arrived A few minutes before 4, and were told we'd be seated at 4. We decided to go with 7 course omakase and ordered some other things on the side. I would say the omakase was not worth it. Most of the items were okay, but the steak frites definitely knocked off a star in this review. It was burnt, chewy and dry. The sauce that it came with was awful and the veggies were bitter. The whole dish was bitter. The highlight of the omakase was the dessert (some kind of lychee sorbet). Our favorite night of was the toro--it was the opposite of the steak frites. So much flavor, so moist and tasty. Overall, restaurant is good but you get very, very little portions for the price. Not the best sushi I've ever had for the price either. It was an experience, but probably wouldn't come back. read more

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Hmm, RUDE much! The server who served us was very condescending. I give people a lot of benefit of doubt and hardly use these words for anyone. But this one takes the cake. She treated us like we didn't know where we were with her comments like "oh we are Uchi KO not UCHI" - thanks for the reminder and with her other remarks with one of the food items - juniko nabe - she never mentioned that it was a mushroom soup. While ordering I asked details about the dish if it contains tofu, mushroom etc and she said yes - and so I ordered it. And when it got served, she mentioned again "Uchi is different than Uchiko" as if once wasn't enough and was like did I forget to mention that it was a soup - yes! You absolutely did - shud have thought of that before asking in a very condescending voice what the problem was, when she talked about the dish already. Uchiko - What's the point of having vegan options and serving good food if you can't hire decent staff who'd treat others like human. FYI - you can verify my other yelp reviews if to want to know how often have I ever had these experiences in Austin! I do not recommend this restaurant anymore. read more

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This place was busy, loud, hip and popular! Our first choice was their sister restaurant but it was booked, so they referred us here, and it was totally worth every penny! They have so many great options and cool yummy deconstructed desserts. I wish I had time for the menu tasting. The service was fast and super friendly that it made our whole experience that much better! The waitress recommended some dishes so it helped decide on our selection. I walked out full and satisfied. I give this 2 thumbs up with a twist! read more

One of my favorite restaurant in Austin. The last time we Chinese here was to celebrate my retirement and did the Signature Omakase. Awesome experience! Yesterday we dined here to celebrate our anniversary! Everything was delicious! From the wagyu sushi to the oysters. Everything feels was made with a personal touch and uniquely tasty. Ingredients were fresh. Service was top notch and very lively ambience and vibe read more

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A nice tier down from the upscale Uchi which can be really worth it if you come during happy hour. I actually liked Uchiko over Uchi. We typically go for the omakase but there were so many things we wanted to try we opted to select our own dishes. We ordered tempura, tuna otoro, unagi, foie gras, sake toro, little gem, ham & egg roll and topped it off with milk & cereal and banana cake. Our favorites were the four gras, tempura and sake toro. The ham & egg was a bit of a let down and would pass on that next time. Milk and cereal totally worth it, the banana cake was okay, it is essentially banana bread with ice cream. And I feel like my banana bread is better haha! read more

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This was our second time to this location and this time we brought the little one. Parking was fairly limited so we took advantage of their complimentary valet. To start, we ordered a bunch of items off their happy hour menu, including a well balanced "tequila infused sake" drink that hit the spot. You can't really go wrong when ordering food / drink at any Uchi location. One item I was pleasantly surprised by was their grilled oyster with broth & gruyère on top. Very similar to a French Onion soup. The staff was very attentive and our server Elizabeth did an excellent job with the timing & recommendations. We'll definitely ask to be in her section when we return. Thank you! read more

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TL;DR Stellar service (ask for our waiter! Name below), punches at its price point, have to get lucky on seating and Austin's pest problem. We had a reservation at 4 and were seated within 5 minutes. Initially, we found it strange that some walk-ins were seated before us, but there was no big wait and so no worries. There are two bars for about 25 total bar seating spots, and many tables. Allergies: Uchiko's stellar service is reflected in their attention to dietary restrictions. I had zero problems here and my waiter confirmed every time. Service: Make a reservation, ask for Nate Crockett. He was amazing and really made our special meal even more special with a celebratory course. We did the Happy Hour Omakase. At this time, I may actually recommend discussing with your waiter what the somakase looks like, since they can customize around your taste and budget. The omakase is only half fish dishes: Course #1: Avocado Roll (2pc each) with yuzu and tamari salt. Nothing too special (3/5). Course #2: Ko Salad (Baby Romaine with daikon, topped with miso rice and with a jalapeno edamame sauce), they took off the Thai pesto for nuts. I loved how they wrapped this to all stay together. (4.5/5) Course #3: Scottish Salmon hand roll with their own Crying Tiger (nuoc mam) fish sauce. This could be better wrapped to stay together, but was tasty (4/5). Course #4: Hama chili - Yellowtail in Ponzu sauce with Thai chili and oranges. I thought the Ponzu and citrus were overpowering here, but it was good. (3.5/5) Course #5: Bluefin Otoro Gunkan Fatty Tuna Belly. One piece each. Star of the show. (5/5) Course #6: A5 fat washed fries with Denver dry aged sirloin steak, seared 4 times, with bok choy: Mixed opinions here. Fries were okay. Searing the meat doesn't hide it from being a sirloin - not the most tender, though a very interesting texture. Some of our pieces were drier than others. The bok choy was a unique spin with the char. (Me 4/5, partner 2/5) Course #7: Milk and Cereal (Fried milk, chocolate mousse, ice cream, cereal): Awesome palette cleanser. (4.5/5) A la carte / off-Omakase: Crispy potatoes: Delicious aioli and the shallots really tie it together. Wish the portions were larger. (4/5) Sea bream madai: Little chewy. Lovely lemon zest to hide it though. (4.5/5) Bluefin tuna zuke: Deliciously marinated while retaining the tuna texture. (4.5/5) Gyudon with short rib and egg (sous vide for three days): We liked this more than the seared meat. The short rib really melts in your mouth. Great small bite. (5/5) Bluefin Otoro sashimi with wasabi: 5/5 no comments needed, stellar. Jasmine Cream: The granola mixed with cream and pineapple just somehow worked. Not too sweet. Great end of the meal. If you prefer less sweet desserts I'd get this over the milk and cereal. (4.5/5) Criticism: We got seated by a window and seemed to be the center of attention for a number of blowflies. Really annoying for a nice meal. It's hard to avoid in Austin, but I hope they do something about it. Overall, amazing experience led by Nate C. and the staff that are very knowledgeable about each course. Overall: Service: 6/5 Value: 4.5/5 Food: 4/5 , read more

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Had business dinner there with 5 of our colleagues yesterday. We ordered the omakase. Ambiance is nice, albeit for $200/p for sub-par/average quality sushi couple with slow service failed to impress. For the same price point I'd choose Perry's Steakhouse or plethora of other amazing local Austin restaurants. read more

I'm finally getting the opportunity to review this place and after a few visits to ensure consistency and quality, I am a fan of uchiko! This might be my favorite restaurant in all of Austin. A foodie like me it seems to weird to say I have a favorite, but hear me out when I say the service, food, and entire menu is treat. I didn't capture a photo of every dish because who am I kidding I was way too excited but let's do a review on these. Tiger Cry: A wagyu roll with peppers, avocado, and other veggies. This roll is my go to order. If you come to uchiko it's a must try. The wagyu is very tender and the rest of the veggies complement the roll well. Everything tastes fresh and let's just say I have been here on 5 separate occasions now and ordered this roll each time:) Potato Crisps: These are delicious with the aioli on the side, the sauce is amazing! I will say for these uchiko has been inconsistent with portions. Each time I went I either got what seemed like a nice full bowl or I received almost nothing. While it is unfortunate, I just took a guest to think perhaps it's based on potato sizes. Karage chicken: Now when I think of chicken usually I think Korean fried chicken, and this by far beat my expectations. I love the cooking addition of what I think are beats, cabbage, and cucumber. There's no telling but it's not your tradition chicken. Any fish you get is very fresh and makes me feel as if I am at an authentic Japanese restaurant. Desserts: I am making this one category simply because I have tried all of their desserts. Not pictured is the milk and cereal. My favorite is between the banana buckwheat cake and the lychee sorbet. I will point out the sorbet is seasonal so I am unsure if it is always there but if your waiter/waitress says lychee I would order it. The matcha cheesecake is very pretty but it is falls short in flavor. It's a nice try, but once you try it, you may not order it ever again. Lastly the s'mores is an overwhelming of sweetness, but I will add it does not fall short in flavor and really depends on what you are in the mood for. With that said; I do not think you can go wrong with anything on uchiko's menu. It's a fun spot to order multiple items and have fun with your food choices. If I might add the best way to visit is with lots of friends. Order a collection of food so everyone can try and decide for themselves. There's definitely something for everyone and I will continue to recommend this spot to my friends in the future. Ohh did I mention they have other locations as well with different names. Uchi and Uchibo. I do think uchiko is the best, but please read my take on the others and visit yourself before deciding which one you prefer. read more

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One of my favorite meals in a minute. Sadly there isn't an Uchiko in Fort Worth, BUT there is one in Plano.. not terribly far. I was super excited to eat here on a recent trip to Austin. My colleague gave me a few restaurant options that had excellent gluten free menus, and this was at the top of my list. We made a reservation for 2 to sit at the wine bar (I love sitting at a bar), and we had the greatest time choosing bites to share and talking with our bartender. We ordered the grilled edamame with jacobsen sea salt; a dozen Murder Point oysters with a cucumber mignonette; the yokai berry from the "cool tastings" menu (scottish salmon, dinosaur kale, asian pear, yuzu); japanese sweet potato with brown butter, nori vinaigrette, and crème fraîche; the sake toro (scottish salmon belly, ginger, tamari); the hamachi (yellowtail with pickled apple relish and serrano); and the hot rock (Australian wagyu beef, ponzu, and a hot Japanese river rock to sear the beef on). Our fantastic bartender even treated us to 2 bites of the gyutoro, a 72-hr australian wagyu... Everything was phenomenal. Including my wine! Really the only thing we weren't obsessed with were the Japanese sweet potatoes. They were a little inconsistently cooked (and too crunchy overall for me). Other than that, we were in heaven. Perfectly charred edamame, incredibly fresh oysters, buttery sashimi, crunchy dinosaur kale, intensely flavorful beef... It's hard to make choices when the menu is so lovely.. guess I'll have to eventually try everything on it! read more

Dear Uchiko I'm so giddy to write this review as there's so much to say! Arrival & Departure I had the opportunity to dine during a Thursday evening around happy hour and it was a wonderful experience. We were running late by 5-10 minutes so we called to let the staff know and they reassured us that we can take our time and no need to worry. Upon arrival, they have complimentary valet which is great plus. When we left, it took no longer than 5 minutes for our car to be retrieved! Food You must try it, and as much as you can! Japanese is quite particular and Uchiko has an extensive menu which I want to applaud them for being able to still serve every plate with care, attention to plating, and verbal introduction. There's so many good dishes so I can only share my favorites! Hama Chili Crudo - Fresh fish & refreshing sauce plus well balanced flavors (HH $11) Soft Shell Maki - Crab! Crunchy and still hot and just so yummy ($17) Unagi - Freshwater Eel! Just what you need. The smoky yet sweet taste all coming together in one piece. ($6/piece) Take Nabe - Claypot rice with mushroom, bonito flakes, and egg! My all time favorite! A lovely dish that encapsulates comfort food. A great way to end the meal. It's minimally enough for 2 but would make for a good entree for 1. ($19.50) Jasmine Cream - Cilantro Ice?! Ahaha, it's the beauty of culinary arts to explore the boundaries of ingredients. This is a parfait style dessert that I'm coming back for! Service (special highlight) Our lovely waitress was Holly. She was so nice and helpful and very quick. She was also intentional with order of the food served and it really added to our dining experience. She was so thoughtful and understanding of our taste palette and helped us choose the best dishes and desserts. I appreciate her positive attitude and look forward to dining at Uchiko and under Holly's care again. Side notes The dessert expert was also very knowledgeable and kind to explain each of the components and help us take nice photos! We also got to meet the manager, Emily, who was nice and was happy to hear our feedback (positive)! Kudos for the entire kitchen, staff, management, creators who put so much effort and thought into the experience, design and crafting of every dish. Kindest regards, Delighted guest (who will definitely be back and wish it can come to Northern California!) read more

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I have eaten at a lot of sushi, restaurants, in New York, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and, Hawaii. I have never received so little for what I have paid at any time . If you are expecting to get full for $100 a person, it will not happen. We were a party of five and after $500 of food we left for a second dinner at Doc Bs. The food was ok, but not anywhere near the cost. For $50 rib eye, maybe there was 1 oz of steak on each rice patty Nothing that we ordered was worthy of the flavor and taste that I could praise on to restaurants like Miso Phat Sushi in Maui, that for $500 we would have eaten three dinners of incredible sushi. Final Verdict, it's ok sushi, nothing fantastic. Way over priced, small portions, and nothing that would make me a repeat customer. read more

Uchiko Austin - Desert - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Yum!!! This place was beyond packed at 10:30 pm on a Saturday, and for good reason. They have a separate vegetarian menu, and we ordered many delicious items from there. Our server was amazing in providing recommendations and accommodating for dietary restrictions. The kinoko uzusukuri is a must try if you enjoy mushroom; very unique dish. Only wish I had made a reservation-- would love to come back for happy hour! This spot is great for a date night, family night, or even a group (saw a couple of bach parties). No dress code, but guests are generally dressed pretty nice. Plenty of parking available. Lovely experience, and will be back! read more

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After hearing great things about Uchiko, we finally decided to try it. Definitely feel like Uchiko is a bit overrated and overpriced. We ordered quite a few dishes because it came in very small portions. Food was good but too pricey for the amount they give. The service was great. We were seated right away. Food and drinks came in minutes after ordering. Our waitress was very nice and super helpful. Every recommendation was on point. I really enjoyed the dishes, but just wish the price was worth the meal... read more

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I came here with my sister to celebrate my 30th birthday and we had a fabulous time! Grabbing a reservation was easy online and I mentioned we were coming for my birthday. While the parking lot can seem a bit chaotic, the free valet service made it so easy to head inside. Because it was my birthday, they brought out two different complimentary bites and ensured there were two of everything so my sister was also able to enjoy! I was absolutely stuffed by the time we left, but it was an incredible meal and everyone was absolutely lovely. The ambiance was a bit more intimate, although the atmosphere was very inviting and felt welcoming to conversations and noise. It's always nice when there is a friendly chatter! We also tried a cocktail (or two!), and while they were pretty good, the real star of the show was the sushi itself. Highly recommend visiting for special occasions! read more

MUST GO WHEN YOU ARE IN AUSTIN!! First time having omakase and it was the best experience! The food was delicious and super filling!! Our server asked us questions about what we like, allergies, and price range. Then they curate a menu for the table. Everyone at the table had to get omakase because everyone will receive the same things (unless you have allergies / if it is something on your do not like list). I did not expect to be so full! All the options came up with one piece per person and they had 17 different items. I especially love how there were such a variety of items to try and all of them are so unique in their own way, but also very delicious! The server will check to see how you are filling if you want more or if you want to stop. This place is super nice (love the interior decor) and delicious! Highly recommend!! read more

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I had the omakase experience to try the best they had and was very positively surprised. I wasn't expecting it to have so many different types of dishes presented in so many different ways, all tasting very fresh and top quality. Service was amazing, but due to how the restaurant is set I had a really hard time hearing the explanation of each dish which took away a very important part of the experience for me. I would prefer to have this omakase experience in a more private setting or at least a room with less tables so it's not as noisy. Other than that I had a very pleasant evening and a very special dinner. read more

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Probably one of the best sushi places I've been to. Every single dish I've tried were fresh, perfectly seasoned, and delicious. My favorite was the fatty tuna nigiri. The sake here is also very delicious. I would recommend coming here for happy hour because they have fantastic deals 10/10 would recommend. read more

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If you had told me the best sushi you'd ever had was in Texas, I would have laughed at you and asked if you'd had sushi in California. The joke was on me, the best sushi meal I have ever had was in Austin, TX! We met his brother and sister in law for dinner here, she recommended it. We had reservations and I highly suggest you get some too, we came on a Thursday night and it was PACKED. They have complimentary valet, which is great cause the parking situation didn't look promising. We had one main waitress serving us the entire evening, but everybody here pitches in and helps out. Our water was always filled, we were constantly asked if we wanted more wine/beer, and our plates were cleared as soon as we were done eating. Top notch service! I can't even tell you how many dishes we ordered between the four of us, but it was a lot. There was not one thing that I didn't LOVE. Their menu is huge, and super creative. Highlights for me were... The Brussels Sprouts - coated in the most amazing fish sauce caramel, roasted to perfection. I could not stop eating these. Hama Chili - Yellowtail with ponzu, Thai chilis, and orange supremes Hot Rock - Wagyu beef you cook on a Japanese river rock and dip in ponzu Ham & Eggs - This was a sushi roll with fried pork belly that you smear around in an egg yolk custard and pepper sauce. Literally never had anything like this before, and loved it SO much! Tiger Cry - Grilled wagyu steak rolled up in rice paper with charred green onions and red peppers Spicy Crunchy Tuna - Big eye tuna rolled with daikon, shallots, and tobanjan (spicy bean paste) aioli I am not huge on dessert, but we ordered two of them, and they were phenomenal! Milk & Cereal - fried milk, chocolate mousse, toasted milk ice cream - this was UNREAL! Blueberry Okashi - earl grey panna cotta, habanero, white chocolate crunch - who would have thought earl grey tea could go with habanero and white chocolate? Uchiko did, and I am glad for it! They also gave us Jasmine Cream on the house - cilantro granita, pineapple, honey tuile - this is something I would have never ordered, but it was so unexpectedly delicious! My in law's paid for the dinner, I assume it was quite pricey considering all the food and alcohol we ordered. This place isn't cheap, but it is well worth every penny. When we go back to Austin we will definitely visit Uchiko again. Next time it will be our treat! read more

Uchiko Austin - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

It's been one of our favorite for years. Service is outstanding and the food is delicious. One of the best happy hour in town. Let me start by saying happy hour is a shit show. This place is busy, it's the best and for a reason. So people are waiting in line. Make a resy on open table or show up at 5 on the dot and cross your fingers - note there is always room at the bar. The Brussels sprout is the best you've ever had. The Hama chili is $10 on happy hour and you can't miss out on it. All sushi are delicious. The hot rock is a must. But the most amazing part of your dinner is the service. This time we had Jeremy and he was the nicest - mom and dad's first date in a long time and he made us feel so special - got some sake as a gift (on top of all the nigori I had on happy hour $6) and a free pair of delicious sushi. We also asked about the cheesecake and I don't eat fruits (I know.. right.) so he got it deconstructed for us with some ice cream and all the toppings around it and yummmm it hit the spot. Jeremy, if you read this, thank you for making a once in a while night out so special. You made our night. Pro-tip: hit the happy hour (ends at 6pm). And do not skip on the (non HH) Brussels sprouts. Valet is complimentary. read more

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I had really high expectations prior to dining here and I'm happy to say they were exceeded, which is saying a lot. The restaurant itself is dark and moody, and sets the tone for a dining experience unlike any other I've had in recent memory. There were 5 of us, so we were able to try a decent amount of menu items. Highlights are as follows: Kanpachi crudo pork belly wagyu hot rock hamachi nigiri unagi p-38 roll negi toro ham eggs kinoko usuzukuri take nabe bincho Overall, the fish was super fresh and I loved the unique spin/fusion. Every dish was plated beautifully, especially the mushrooms. Everything was delicious and my only complaint was that the otoro had some stringy parts. The cocktails were also on point and I can see why there's so much hype about this place. Creativity + amazing flavors = a win in my book! read more

Sushi sushi sushi Yummy yummy yummy You were destined for my tummy. As soon as I left, I wanted more. You can't find this quality at the store. Ambiance was perf, everything went smooth. This is your sushi fix when you're in the mood! read more

This place has gone down in quality. First sitting at the bar the waitress was very rude, basically seemed like I was bothering her. The brussel sprouts were burnt. The order of the tiger cry sushi was not put in correctly. The service used to be top notch and it seemed like a basic restaurant considering the high prices. The raw sashimi tasted fishy - totally not worth the $100 check which left me hungry and unsatisfied. When I returned the Brussels sprouts the manager did bother to come to apologize. read more

My best friend took me out to Uchiko during my visit from Los Angeles, and I was truly astounded. Everything was so amazing! Food: extraordinary- there isn't soy sauce or wasabi because each dish is prepared with such a thoughtful and complex layering of subtle flavors. For example, we had a sea bream sashimi with herbal flowers and a yuzu sauce, a salmon sashimi that had been aged and brined for 14 days. Mind blowing and delectable. Service: unparalleled! Shout out to Rudy, our chef and server at the sushi bar. He was so friendly and chill, and served up amazing recommendations, too. And he and his colleagues were working hard while chatting- it looked like they were having a good time, which is really heart warming to see in a restaurant. Ambiance: lovely - the sushi bar was the perfect place to have a heart to heart with my BFF while enjoying a relaxed dinner. Rudy also did a great job checking in with us to make sure the food was coming at a good pace. read more

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Uchiko is my favorite restaurant in Austin. It's completely changed my perception and expectations of fish. I literally can't eat sushi most places now given the quality of food here. I've even been able to get my non-fish eating vegetarian friend to LOVE fish through Uchiko and Uchiba specifically. The little toppings on each piece are incredible and refreshing. I could go on! Always great service so far, as someone who is here or at Uchiba once every few weeks. Really great ambiance - it always looks like everyone working is having a nice time. I can tell the people here are passionate and work hard! My absolute favorite standout dishes & pieces include: - shishito peppers - Brussels sprouts - lobster crudo - kinoko mushroom (the best thing you'll ever eat) - hotate - madai - hamachi - milk and cereal read more

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I mean duh this is the place to go for a special occasion, date, or to just eat some bomb ass food. It was my boyfriend's birthday and we just got the chefs 10 plate recommendation for the evening. We are big fans of Chef and staff knowing best as to what's good and they didn't disappoint. The lobster and the Hama chili were absolute must try's and I will get them every time I come back. The milk and cereal was a fun finish especially for my goofy bf, he loved the captain crunch. The fried milk was bomb. Want to try more desserts as I come back. The only thing I didn't like was the sardine, but we got it bc my bf loves them (he's weird lol), he said it was good so if you like lil fishies you can get it but even the best of the best was not it for me. Worth the hype. Must try in Austin. read more

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Top sushi restaurant for a premium Omakase experience! The way Omakase works here is a little different than a typical chef Omakase. Here, the server is trained to customize a meal for the guest based on the reactions to the dishes. For our price range $~120, we were presented with about 17 different courses. The entire table is required to order the dishes and the server stops when you tell them you're full. High recommended experience! read more

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Brian was an extremely attentive server - never steered us wrong in recommending what to order. Every dish was delicious. Plenty more on the menu I want to try, so will have to go back. read more

I only visit Austin every couple of years and anytime I do, the main event is always eating at Uchiko. There are so many great vegetarian options. The drinks are amazing. And the ambiance and service is top-tier. This is the only establishment I will eat one non-vegetarian item at and that is the Madai. I will admit, I only tried it after I had a few drinks in me the first time I ate here and it's part of the reason I must come back every time I visit!! Not many sushi places even offer madai. I have seen madai offered in 2 spots in LA and one spot in Colorado springs and tried it each time I found it however I could not stomach it at those places because I KNEW how good it could be, because of Uchiko! This joint is the number one spot I recommend to anyone else who is visiting Austin and my favorite sushi spot of all time. read more

Uchiko Austin - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Excellent as always! This was my 3rd visit to Uchiko and it is always delicious! The service is outstanding and there is always a good vibe in the place. The food is amazing. We try new things each time along with our favorites. Favorites: Brussel sprouts Yo Kai berry Tempura Milk and cereal dessert Banana cake dessert Too bad there is a limit of 10 pictures because I could have posted more. read more

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Uchiko has a beautiful interior with both a sushi bar and wine bar for seating options. We sat at the sushi bar - and it was impressive to see the chefs preparing the finely sliced fish with an attention to detail and presentation! All servers were incredibly attentive, filling water - and explaining the menu in great detail. The sushi chef who chatted with us was so genuinely excited about the dishes he was making and the quality of the ingredients, it was hard not to become equally invested in the dishes. We ordered an assortment, including the hama chili, brussel sprouts, crispy potatoes, bincho (nigiri with albacore tuna), and gyudon with short rib and a fried egg. The standouts were most certainly the bincho and the gyudon. Do not leave without trying the gyudon, which comes atop the most perfectly crispy fried rice. While it is not cheap, the experience makes it worthwhile - and I look forward to returning. read more