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 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

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

See all

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

See all

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

See all

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

See all

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

See all

Had an amazing experience for my birthday! I came here for my birthday with a party of 8 (I had made reservations beforehand since the party was a little larger). And we were seated in a back room. The ambiance of the restaurant was dimly lit and lively. I made the reservation during happy hour so all of us could enjoy the happy hour specials and prices. We all got the 8 course omakase happy hour which was $75 per person (regular omakase is 10 course, $150 per person). The food was great! There was a lot of different types of foods in this omakase and the waiter was nice enough to gift us some dishes to share like his favorite nigiri and octopus plate. So sweet! The only thing I would say that I did not like is that there is a lot of Vietnamese influence in the dishes, so fish sauce in sushi dishes. I love Viet food but also would consider this place a Japanese fusion restaurant where there are traditional and non traditional plates. read more

See all

Happy hour tasting menu! Overall was pretty pleased with all the dishes served, and with generous portions. The highlights were definitely the salmon pickled wraps (absolute flavortown), fatty salmon nigiri (melted in my mouth and kept on melting), pumpkin tempura (loved the spicy seasoning and the jalapeño aioli contrast), and milk and cereal (ordered separately but totally worth, though I would've love more ice cream on it). Everything else was good, with a few minor cons-- fish bone found in the wraps, which they whisked away and gave complimentary nigiri to apologize. The tasting menu dessert also wasn't our favorite, though I commend experimenting with flavors-- cherry just felt a bit dark with jalapeño, the latter which felt overpowering for the tart as well. A good price point for what they give, portions are more than enough, which I was pleasantly surprised about. read more

See all

Decided to try the new happy hour omakase and the whole thing was a superlative experience. In all they served eight items, though we added a couple and they threw in a couple of others just because they were so nice. Uchiko remains one of the very best restaurants in Austin because of their incredible attention to detail. At one point I dropped a napkin and within 20 seconds someone had brought me another and picked up the old one without my asking. At least eight different members of the staff picked up empty plates or brought out others. We instantly had rapport with both our drink server and our sushi bar chef. It's hard to pick standouts, but the Wagyu beef nigiri and the banana cake dessert remain in my memory very vividly. As you can, hopefully see from the pictures, their dishes remain perfectly executed, exciting, and unique. Expect to pay $70-$80 per person before drinks, which is a hell of a deal. I hope they keep this going. read more

See all

Packed spot even at 9pm for a Wednesday. I had to make reservations weeks in advance. Service was great as they explained the different types of sushi as I'm novice. It also came out one at a time so we didn't get full all at once. The look was all fresh and great presentation. The sake toro and maidai was my favorite and great place to start. Modern look and feel and loud inside with the amount of people but great for small party gatherings and special occasion. read more

See all

Wow what a dining experience! Got reservations for the sushi bar which was great because it was a packed house on a Monday at 5:45 which was also great because they had happy hour until 6. Was seated with Chef Eliot who was an amazing chef that carefully explained all the dishes for us. We tried a few items from the happy hour menu. The gyudon was awesome with egg, beef, and burnt rice as well as the pork croquet and surprisingly the broccoli was delightful with a nice chimichurri sauce. We also got their hot sake. We told chef that we wanted the ten course omakase menu and let him no nothing was off limits and to do as he pleases. What came next was the best meal I've had since moving to Austin! I loved every dish but my favorites were the bluefin belly, the trout belly and the Gyu toro. And surprisingly the beet salad which was out together in such away it actually tasted like meat or bacon although there was no such meat in it! The dessert was amazing too with the milk and cereal that was an explosion of flavor with every bite. The ambience was busy but still felt intimate getting to speak with chef at the bar. The bill was VERY reasonable for omakase. Would 10/10 come again and bring family and friends here. They also have complimentary valet which is great as the parking lot looked quite full. read more

See all

20/10 recommend. One of the best Japanese restaurants I have ever been too. Flavorful, melts in your mouth, and wanting one to keep having more items. Next time I go back to Austin, this is a location I would return too. read more

See all

We came for happy hour at Uchiko! I've been to Uchi previously which is known for classic more traditional flavors and apparently Uchiko is the bolder child. The experience was great although if I had to pick, Uchi surpasses it I highly recommend sitting at the bar if you want to enjoy the full experience! You can chat with your dedicated chef and your food is made in front of you DRINKS: drinks were surprisingly a let down because I remember loving the ones at Uchi! We ordered the happy hour murasakino cocktail and the umegave recommended by our server. The flavors mentioned such as lemongrass, hibiscus, makrut, just didn't shine through. Instead they were both overpowered by their sweetness HAPPY HOUR SELECTIONS: We started with two maki rolls, the bincho and sake, both had a fabulous combination of flavors. The salmon one came with shishito peppers and a white chili aioli and the tuna one with crispy wontons and a citrusy dipping sauce. We loved them so much we ordered them twice! We moved to the sake crudo topped with melon & fresh Parmesan, quite tasty OTHER MENU SELECTIONS: If you order one thing it has to be the Hama chili. We've had this before at uchi and it's just phenomenal! Yellowtail with citrus flavors and peppers... divine Complimentary from our chef was the madai or red snapper, so fresh and we loved the lemon zest on top You can't skip chicken karaage, this one was amazing, perfectly crispy! It came with pickled fruit and was a heartier option We also tried the negi tori roll. The roll was pretty basic but I love the fatty fish DESSERT: You must order this out-of-this-world dessert that blew our mind, the jasmine cream topped with cilantro granita. Who would have thought to pair cilantro ice with this, and what a perfect match! A perfectly sweet and refreshing delight. Pro tip if you ask for it gluten free it comes with candied quinoa instead of honey granola SERVICE: Our chefs were amazing! So friendly and helpful in making our selections. Our dedicated chef and we also chatted with his pal Johnny. They were both fantastic read more

See all

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

Uchiko has an amazing reputation and after dining there, I can definitely understand why. The customer service from the parking lot was amazing. While we had to wait a bit for our table, they made up for that by handing out some hors d'oeuvres. We sat at the sushi bar, which I would recommend. You get to see the sushi chefs prepare your food and it's almost a personal experience. Everything we had was amazing. I still dream about the wagyu nigiri. Just melt in your mouth good. The chef was adamant on serving that to me last and I can see why. The dessert was also really good. We had the milk n cereal dessert. The fried milk surprised me and was the highlight of the dish. Definitely check out Uchiko for your next sushi dinner. They also have an amazing happy hour! read more

See all

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

See all

gorgeous spot - love the patio! did the omaseke & wasn't disappointed, everything there is amazing & the staff is so knowledgeable. so happy everything could be gluten free as well - obsessed. read more

Uchiko Austin - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

See all

This is a great place for a date or to enjoy great sushi with friends. The ambiance is great with a cool zen vibe you have the impression to enter a dark cave where hundreds of minions are rushing and buzzing around to serve the tables. Okay it is not one hundred but there are many staff running around as the place is humming! The sushi was exceptionally good and the service was absolutely impeccable. This is definitely a favorite spot in Austin. Use online reservation it helps!! read more

See all

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

See all

I freaking LOVE this place. Its been over 15yrs that I've come here during many ACL's and now that we live in Hill Country we make special trips down from Dripping Springs to come eat here. Do your belly a favor and book resos. Service is always friendly. The vibe is a mix of all ages who seem to celebrate great food, Company and good service. If I had to have my last meal on earth it would be here.. the hamachi chili like 10 orders. The balance of sweet, heat, fatty, bitter, salt collides in best possible way... its the best dish I've had at any Japanese restaurant besides my dad catching fresh ahi on his boat in Kona Hawaii or prized toro nigri at Matsuhisa in Beverly Hills. We stumbled on the happy hour here and if we can get our act together we hit this up when we can and eat our faces off. The last trip we hit up Uchiko we had an awesome sushi chef that overheard us taking about the tiger cry roll. We kept seeing it being made.. she said let me make it for you.. I felt like I was committing sushi sin eating a "cooked" Beef roll.... I was gonna loose my asian card on this one Alas... tigers cry was AMAZING! I loved it. Is it better than the hamachi chili.. um no hello Im still Japanese.. but its now on our repeats list for order when we come back. We always leave room for the awesome milk and cereal dessert and then roll to our car wishing we wore stretchy pants and that our couch was only 10min vs 60min drive home. A must visit if you are wanting excellent sushi and Japanese food that rivals some of the best sushi houses in LA, Hawaii, NY or Vegas. Sorry I will take Pix next time.. I got too excited...once that sake and hamachi hit my taste buds it was over no tech just eating. read more

If you're into sushi this is the place to go! Everything about this place was just right, food, service and environment! read more

See all

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

A reservation is a must! I've never really checked this place out because I just thought it would be really pricey so I decided to hit up Happy Hour with a friend as a treat. First time visit was great. The service was so fast and friendly. I went with the HH omakase while my friend chose to order random pieces that caught her eye. The omakase was definitely a great option and not too bad for 8 dishes and a dessert. Super trendy and I enjoyed my visit even though we only managed to snag a spot outside (in Texas heat no less). Food was creative and i got a lot of dishes I personally would have never thought to order myself so I was very surprised. Will definitely have to come again read more

See all

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

Yes, yes, yes... yesssssss! Service, ambiance, and magical culinary delights. Every morsel is truly an experience! read more

See all

I thought I had submitted this review previously but I don't see it posted so I'm doing it again. We dined here last in August for our anniversary; this was our third visit. We consider ourselves a bit of foodies. we enjoy sitting at area to watch the chefs When possible ,but occasionally we do like a nice table also. This most recent visit did not disappoint at all. it was absolutely fantastic just like the previous two visits. We usually always order some version of the chef's specials or omikase. Their food offerings are so incredibly creative it blows our mind. We also enjoyed a little happy hour crossover here. Their food creations and execution of are far and above or at least equal to most anything you will find in any city. The service has always been top notch We could not ask for more. On this recent visit we had a slight issue with A misunderstanding on the final bill -- The GM, I believe it was Savanna, and our waiter Travis were so incredibly kind and understanding and were very generous at resolving this, even though it could've been our fault. We were treated so wonderfully and respectfully and celebrated for our anniversary there; I felt very humbled and we are SO appreciative of Savannah and all the staff at Uchiko. It is absolutely one of our favorite special dinners anywhere . This place will always remain as one of our very top favorites in all of Austin area. Thank you Uchiko. We look forward to Dining with you all again, whether special occasion or otherwise . God bless you all. read more

Uchiko is the sister restaurant of Uchi. They are nearly identical in terms of ambience, service, and cuisine, but a whole new menu, which I love because both have fantastic Japanese raw fish dishes. Happy Hour is 4-6:30 and a great deal to try some of their smaller dishes. Pineapple Pork Belly Skewer - probably one of my least favorite items. It was a little too charred and just not a very interesting dish. I think Uchiko really excels at their fish options. Tiger Cry maki roll - wagyu wrapped in rice paper with a bunch of different vegetables. This is a very unique roll, unlike most sushi rolls since it has no rice, but vegetables and meat. Sake Salmon Nigiri - not the biggest fan of this, the yogurt reminded me too much of cream cheese, which I dislike a lot for sushi. Bluefin Akami Nigiri - super soft bluefun tuna, just melts in your mouth. Yo Kai Berry - such a cool combination. It's blueberries, asian pear, and kale in a yuzu sauce. The kale comes in two different forms: super crispy like a chip and also steamed and soaked in yuzu. This is a stunning dish. Kanpachi Crudo - another fantastic combination. It's asian pear and amberjack fish with a poblano sauce. It's not spicy though. The combination is surprising and unique. Madai Sea Bream - It was our anniversary dinner and the server surprised us with a dish on the house. It ended up being one of our favorites. It's very bright, refreshing, citrusy. Milk and Cereal Dessert - this is so fun. There are so many different textures in this one dessert. You have the fried milk which comes in a little ball and just bursts with cream, the capn crunch, the thin meringue, milk flavored ice cream and incredible chocolate mousse. Amazing. read more

See all

Delicious, never a bad meal. Brussels sprouts, eggplant, hamachi, chicken karage, oysters

My husband and I dined here for the first time for his birthday, and we had a wonderful experience and meal. They were gracious about his birthday, even remembering that he did not drink alcohol (they brought him a delicious mocktail on the house). Yet did not make a fuss, or embarrass him about the occasion. Our server Anna was patient, friendly, and did a great job going over the menu with us. The food was fantastic. Wagyu beef was melt-in-your-mouth, and my husband (a sushi fanatic) had a hard time deciding which dish was his favorite, which speaks volumes to the quality. However, the dessert (the seasonal sorbet) absolutely blew his mind. So much thought is clearly put into the textures and flavors, and the quality of the fish and meats was undeniable. read more

Another 5-star experience at Uchiko this week! Off the top, complimentary valet parking is awesome, hat tip to the guys out there working in 90+ degree heat. Easy drop off, easy pick up after dinner! Wait staff... amazing... Tyler is "da man" in the front of the house, "extended" happy hours prices a bit because the kitchen was slow. All service was great, attentive but not overbearing. Perfect 5-star! Don't hire more wait staff, clone Tyler! PS Hint to sushi lovers on a budget, hit Uchiko for sushi happy hour... stick to that menu, and you walk out totally satisfied, great sushi, at a fraction of the cost! When will other sushi bars figure that one out? If they don't, make Uchiko that "once a month stop"...!!! We started with soup, asked for miso soup, no longer available, so we had the new mushroom broth soup, several types of tiny mushrooms and tofu, delicious. In my opinion, a more "palate crazy" event than the miso, very, very good! Followed up with bluefin akami and bincho, both delicious, perfectly prepared, served at the perfect temperature, nothing else needed ... eat and enjoy! So much for the happy hour menu! We followed that with orders of hama chili, wonderful presentation and tasted out of this world! Next followed orders of sake toro nigiri and shime saba. Great presentation, fantastically fresh, an oh so wonderful! We then tried the bluefin and soft shell makis (sushi rolls). Both were amazing blends of flavors and textures, dipping sauces on the side that brought out the deepest and most sublime flavors of the rolls. We wrapped up with guykan style uni, and one at the table ordered the banana cake dessert, all were fantastic. A perfect ending to a perfect meal! Again!!! read more

My best friend was visiting from LA and it was my birthday so we had to come to Uchiko! Our server was incredible and even surprised me with a birthday treat! Now on to the food: We started off with the Sake and Bincho Maki, They both were delicious and fresh! I really loved the sauce that came with the Bincho. The blue fin tartare was one of my favorites of the night! The duck was also quite delicious. I loved the smoked beet that it came with as it complemented the duck very well! The fennel I felt could've been used better in the dish. The foie Gras Gunkan was absolutely incredible. It was so fatty and rich, it was the perfect bite! We also ordered a lot of the cool tastings, and each dish was so unique in terms of its preparation and highlighted the fish so well. You honestly can't go wrong in Uchiko. Best and most innovative sushi/crudo/tastings in town! (And I guess even in LA when they open later this year!) read more

See all

Omakase, somakase. Leave it to Chef Tyson Cole and his talented team of expert chefs to flip it and reverse it with exquisite sushi personalized and coursed out however you like. I think I will, and I did! Sitting at the sushi bar feels exclusive, with the best views and service too. Jacobo is a master of his trade, both in technique and knowledge, guiding me through a curated selection of crudo, nigiri, sashimi, and a few extras before the signature cookies & milk (Santa would be proud of me cleaning the plate). There are different ways to grow and scale, but Uchiko has not lost sight of their Austin roots, maintaining quality, kindness, and consistency as they continue to expand (up next: Miami Beach!). Also happy to share some constructive feedback, which was well received and addressed on the spot - a key element of a healthy operation destined to thrive! read more

See all

We spent the evening at Uchiko ATX recently for a business dinner. Overall, it was alright. I would definitely say that there are other comparable restaurants which provide a better value, such as their counterpart Uchi. We opted to hand-pick our options as we had a veteran Uchiko client with us. They do have an omakase option, where the server will design a multi-course menu for you based on your preferences. For anyone visiting for the first time, I would recommend this choice. The dishes were good, however, there wasn't any particular item that I would return for. For those who like to enjoy a cocktail with their meal, please note that they only serve sake-based beverages or wine/beer. read more

See all

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

Amazing service! Everyone was very attentive, nice and would fully explain the dishes, drinks and proper way to experience the food/drinks. The food was beyond amazing, very carefully prepared and extremely thought out. The restaurant is a mix of fine dining with a casual twist to the decor and accents. Great for a date night. For drinks I tried: A Japanese old fashioned: a classic drink with a unique twist of vermouth and Montenegro, very strong drink but amazing to pair with the pork belly dishes I had. 8.5/10 Hachi no Hiza: a fun refreshing spring gin drink that uses rosemary and yuzu 9/10 Food: Big eye tuna maki: amazing unique flavor profile for a simple tuna roll. The fish was buttery and very fresh but I wasn't a fan of the garlic sesame coating 8/10 Wagyu hot plate: fun dish because you cook cubes of wagyu on a hot rock that they bring to the table. The meat is very tender and buttery, but the dish is more on the basic side 8.5/10 Otoro nigiri: The best dish of the night, perfectly sliced bluefin tuna belly with a wasabi accent, melts in your mouth 10/10 worth the price! 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

Perfection. Every single thing I ate was amazing. Staff were all lovely. I got there as soon as Happy Hour started and without a reservation, I got a wine bar spot for one. But I would suggest reservations because it was packed! Initially I ordered from the Happy Hour menu: bluefin akamii, wagyu gunkan, and mushroom gyoza. I also ordered 2 pieces of kurdai nigiri (baby black snapper). Every bite was perfection, but the mushroom gyoza was the big surprise. It was perfectly seasoned and fried. I wanted to order 5 more of them. The wagyu gunkan was so tasty I ordered the beef gyudon + fried egg. It's basically a bowl and every bite was amazing. I loved the crispiness of the rice and the flavor on the beef. My only critique is how long I waited for the beef gyudon. Everything sushi and fried came out very quickly (probably because of the time I got there and ordered). I waited a long time for the gyudon (probably 30 minutes). Taste is definitely worth it, but come super early if you have plans after dinner. I paid about $75 plus tip so it's a upscale meal (there is also complimentary valet; you can't avoid it) read more

See all

Didn't think I'd be giving 2 stars but here we are. I was excited to try Uchiko since I've loved my experiences at Uchi - sad to report that I left disappointed. It took our first round of dishes ~30 minutes to come out (after ordering). The party of 2 next to us arrived around the same time that we did, and was in and out before our second round was served! Insane! It seemed like other groups were not having this issue either- my guess is something was off with our server. We probably spent a total of 3 hours here, most of the time waiting for food to come out. Food wise, there is some overlap with Uchi's menu with classics like the hot rock and hama chili. Definitely recommend trying those, as well as anything from the Toyosu (fish market in Japan) selection. I will say I think I still prefer Uchi's menu for cool and hot tastings. For dessert we got the milk and cereal, jasmine cream, and sweet potato okashi - I would say these redeemed our meal/experience. Everything was amazing, very creative and not too sweet! read more

Uchiko Austin - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas