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Wait for food was about 30mins. Had the hamachi , sake toro, and Hama toro. Parking gets full on the weekends. Location is in a small food hall. Great for people who want to eat different things.
We popped over to Uroko for a light lunch after getting tea nearby and were pleasantly surprised! My friend and I each got 2 hand rolls, which were really yummy and a nice size for the price. I love that they have a few vegetarian options, and the food hall concept is pretty cool. We stayed and played a board game while we ate. It was nice to have something to do since the wait for food was about 30 minutes.
Not necessarily a spot to come to if you're trying to have a whole sushi meal, (unless you do omakase, but that's on weekends only and requires a reservation), but definitely the place to go when you just want small bites or a few handrolls. The takoyaki was really delicious. It was hot and slightly crispy on the outside, while the inside was still creamy. I really appreciated that you could taste and identify the octopus chunks within, which isn't always the case for other places. The hand rolls were really good too. The flavors for each combine really well together and the fish tastes pretty fresh. I especially loved the wasabi butter that came with the hama toro.
Casual food court feel but much nicer quality. Community tables for other options in the building with many hanging out for the long haul. Mostly temaki on the menu. All very well hand crafted and fresh. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. I really liked the assortment of beverages that were available and the sesame dressing on the tofu salad was pretty great. Expect to order 2-3 rolls/person.
my boyfriend took me to Towry sushi last night, where we enjoyed the Omakase and sake pairing. Our taste buds were dazzled by so many delicate flavors. Freshest fish prepared with precision. The three socket pairing is plenty, and there are nice variety of dry, fruit forward and umami flavors. The chef explained where each of the fish were from which made for an enjoyable interactive meal. Note the pace of service is quite fast as they turned through a full Omakase and 45 minutes. Definitely one of the best dining experience is in Austin.
Quick and delicious. 12pcs in 45 minutes $110 incl taxes fees & 20% gratuity A few of our bites were a bit on the bland side, but that comes from someone who is used to a lot more sauce on their nigiri. Plus the chef prob wants us to really taste the natural sweetness and flavors of the fish. The sushi chef is quite innovative and experimental with the food. If you do the 8pm seating or earlier you can go outside right after to grab some hand rolls if you're still hungry (they close at 9pm). Same owner, same kitchen, same high quality fish. We shared 6 rolls among us 4 after
Words truly cannot express how much I love Urokos All You Can Eat Omakase. Things to keep in mind when coming here, this is all you can eat but it's a buffet style. The nigiri is prepared in front of you and placed on plates that everyone can go up to in a line and grab from. The etiquette is to let everyone grab at least one before going for seconds for new items. They also only do nigiri BUT the rice to fish ratio is chefs kiss . The space is very cozy and intimate and they limit it to I believe 12 people a sitting. The chefs are amazing and treat each piece of nigiri with so much care that everything comes out amazing. The interpreter/waiter(im sorry i don't know what your title is ) is also so kind and wonderful and he was on top of everything. There were always clean plates and water on tables. The day that I went they also had some blood left over from the tuna carving that they had done earlier that week and it was so good! I can not recommend coming here for the All You Can Eat Omakase enough. They have the best quality fish and the atmosphere is super casual which makes it a perfect date night/ family meal. Seriously do yourself a favor and try them out the next time tickets go live.
Overall: 3.8/5 [delivery] My husband ordered four hand rolls via Postmates and requested less rice, which he loved. The rolls were a good size and packaged nicely. I took a bite of each to try them, but ultimately, they didn't impress me, and I wouldn't order from here again. Sake Toro ($8.85): This roll included fatty salmon, umami cucumber, avocado, ginger, lemon-miso, and shiso. It tasted like a standard salmon hand roll--good, but I've had fresher salmon elsewhere (though not in Austin). Hama Toro ($8.85): Featuring fatty hamachi, avocado, umami cucumber, shiso, wasabi butter, and crispy quinoa, this was a unique combination. The crispy quinoa paired surprisingly well with the hamachi, making it my favorite of the four. Bluefin Tuna Taku ($9.65): This roll contained bluefin tuna, takuan, cucumber, wasabi-butter, and shiso. Unfortunately, it tasted fishy, and I didn't enjoy it. Marfa ($9.65): Made with tuna, hamachi, avocado, yuzu koshō, cucumber, and shiso, this roll was just okay. It didn't really appeal to me.
Second time here. First time had their omakase. Today just ordered at the counter. Tons of places to sit outside. Very kids friendly and super casual. Got two temaki and chicken garage. All good for the price you pay. Omakase was good price too.
Kept my promise and came back for their omakase! It's definitely top two in the city, and it's incredibly affordable. I came with two friends, and we were blown away by the experience and by each of the pieces. I love that it's a more traditional omakase so they stick to traditional flavors instead of trying to reinvent the wheel. I will say that the host is a bit rude and not very personable. When we came in, I asked if we could sit anywhere and he very rudely retorted, "No, you can't sit anywhere." The host and the sushi chef are both not the nicest and they stick to the menu and the experience, but I've been to other omakase spots where the sushi chef makes dining a true experience where they will chat and drink with you. I understand that time is limited, so perhaps that isn't the experience or vibe they're going for. Every piece is so beautiful and well created, and I would absolutely come back again.
Uroko is a hidden gem for sushi lovers in Austin. This small, intimate hand roll bar delivers high-quality fish in a cozy, minimalist setting that feels like a true hole-in-the-wall find. The menu offers a great variety of options, from classic toro and salmon to more unique selections, all wrapped in crisp seaweed with perfectly seasoned rice. There is no waitstaff. You go up to the counter to order and pick up your order when it is ready. The lady at the counter was very helpful with her suggestions on what to order. They have sushi classes that I would love to make a point in attending in the near future, which I thought was a nice offering. The hand rolls themselves are generously size- they're not too big, not too small and just the right balance to enjoy the fresh flavors without being overwhelmed. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or settling in for a longer meal, Uroko makes for a delightful experience. It's a must-visit for anyone craving top-tier sushi in a relaxed, no-frills environment.
Overall a pretty fine hand roll spot for lunch. They don't have a TON of options but enough variety that we grabbed six different rolls. They were rolled well but there wasn't as much fish as I may have expected. They're also a bit difficult to eat, as the majority of the non-rice ingredients, especially the fish, sticks out of the top. So once you have the first few bites, it's really predominantly rice and seaweed toward the bottom. I will say that the space the restaurant is in is really cool. I could definitely see myself spending time here either studying, doing work, etc. Plenty of different seating options, low-key vibes, multiple restaurant options, easy parking.
We (party of 3) tried out Uroko as part of the AYCE Omakase experience. Start time was 5PM for 90 minutes of AYCE Omakase but by the time we were seated and everyone had a chance to order drinks and the host explained the concept it was 5:10PM. The seating is for 12 and it is served buffet style as All You Can Eat with 2 chefs preparing the sushi and an additional employee assisting with drinks and dishes. After all 12 of us had each grabbed a plate of what we wanted, the chefs quickly fell behind and it was difficult to find enough sushi variety after the third trip. My plates were 10 pieces, then 8 pieces, 3, 2, 5, 4, 1, 2, 2. After 45 minutes we were waiting for the next batch to be prepared. The chef made varieties using the same pieces of fish (salmon, hamachi, shrimp, tuna, beef, scallop, and a few others) and switched out toppings as he liked. 12 people was too many for an AYCE concept with only 2 chefs. The quality of the seafood was not high enough for an Omakase experience at this price point. The rice was not as flavorful and delicate as I would have expected for an Omakase. The seating is made for parties of 2 and if you want to sit more together you have to ask in advance. This is more of a unique concept but could have been executed better.
1 year ago
This area of Austin is a mix of an escape away from the hustle and bustle and adventure. In a space shared with a handful of local shops, Uroko is a fun place to enjoy some finger foods to refuel while working in a shared city-working space. This time we tried some of the Temaki and we look forward to reserving for the Omakase in the future. Tried the Spicy Tuna and the Aji Tataki. Fun concept, but will admit small portions. I'd recommend Temaki if you're wanting to try something new, and not in need of anything more than just a couple bites of flavor. Service is attentive and walked us through all questions we had, making recommendations for our first time and next time. read more
3 years ago
Came for the Tonari 45 minute omakase. I happened to be a little late due to the location being a shared plaza with other businesses. Be sure to find it pretty close to the entrance! Luckily I texted ahead and was caught up quickly without missing a beat. Parking is abundant as well! Now what makes this place 5 stars? First off, the price. Per person sits at about $85ish. The omakase might be short in duration, but they don't skip on any bites. Instead, the prep time is a lot shorter which means the wait time between each bite isn't going on for way too long like some other places. The bites consist mainly of nigiri (which seems like a given, but nowadays many places tend to include a terrible ratio of fish to other kinds of dishes). The bites aren't just sushi rice and the fish either. Despite the short time frame, there are still great food combinations. My favorite of the night happened to include a really refreshing cherry tomato in a caprese salad inspired way. The end includes a little free dessert. You can also include a sake pairing to go with the meal. The chef is also quite humble. Out of the 6 people there, the pair right next to us (they seemed to be visiting Austin) spoke over him with their own conversation a bit too often as he explained the origin of his ideas and the fish itself, but he never tried to shush them. He takes thanks with appreciation and seems like a nice person. No snobbishness here! Overall, this place made me change my mind about omakase prices. You can have an phenomenol experience for under $100 without skipping on any bells and whistles! This is a must-go-to spot for anyone and I HIGHLY recommend taking someone here that has never experienced omakase before if you don't want to break the bank! read more
1 year ago
I ate here in November 2022 with my mom and little sister. It would be my first time having an omakase experience, so I was excited but came in with realistic expectations. Writing this 7 months later, and with another omakase experience under my belt, this didn't compare to that one. However, it was not a bad experience so I'm giving them 4 stars. They were recently opened and it was during a holiday so I am grateful for them offering such a dinner. It was so cool to see the chef do what he does best and to savor each bite with the other parties for that time slot. The last nigiri they brought out with their name on it was so cute! read more
Dropped in for a a quick lunch bite and got a few handrolls. They're definitely a good size (not skimpy). Got the salmon skin, hama toro and the Ahi tataki. All of them were pretty tasty with crisp nori if you eat them fast enough. Order was pretty quick to complete. If you get water, you'll need to walk around the corner to the public fountain - but it's the filtered water (you can even fill up a water bottle if you bring one). To note - the Omakase they used to do has moved to the space right next door and renamed Tonari. read more
2 years ago
1 year ago
i love this place, and i wish i lived closer. Uroko is tucked inside the Springdale General collaborative along with some other small eateries and shops. It's mostly geared towards to-go but it does have a seating area that is shared with its neighbors, and i often see people studying/working here on their laptops...since it's usually pretty quiet here. Uroko specializes in temaki (aka hand rolls), and boy do they make some amazing ones! We got the sake toro (fatty salmon), bluefin tuna taku, hama toro (fatty hamachi (yellowtail)), and a special of the day the kauai which had yellowtail, amberjack, and tobiko (if i remember correctly..!). They were all super fresh and delicious and paired very well with the additional toppings inside. i want to give a shoutout to the kauai special--it was so good with cucumber, shiso (perilla), and carrot and also shoutout as well to the crispy quinoa in my hama toro temaki. The chef really knows how to work magic with the textures and the cronch of all the fresh ingredients! Aside from temaki, we also ordered the veggie croquette and the matcha latte slushy. The slushy was tasty and not overly sweet...but it was a little difficult to drink from a regular sized straw lol. Croquette was small but perfect, they gave us some tonkatsu sauce to pair with it, but it was flavorful enough without. The one thing that would have been nice would be to offer non-packaged sauce, ginger, and wasabi for dine-in. They only had the to-go packets when i went. Some fresh wasabi would have paired so well with the temaki! read more
Came here on a Saturday late afternoon and it the area was pretty empty. I ordered the sake Toro (fatty salmon) and the spicy tuna. It was delicious and flavorful. I personally love Wasabi, so I added a bit of Wasabi and it was perfection. I think two hand rolls was perfect for me today, but could maybe go for 3 if I'm really hungry. read more
Amazing Omakase experience. 10/10 would recommend it. The sushi chef was very friendly and answered all the questions I had. As for the sushi, wow, I am truly speechless. Each piece of the 12-course meal was unique, full of flavor, and highlighted the freshness of all the ingredients used. This experience is 100% worth it and a steal at this price point! They also have delicious handrolls during the day! read more
3 years ago
Fresh, delicious and light. Perfect midday lunch. There was a bit of a wait but it was no issue knowing they're making everything on the spot. Similar flavor profiles with the perfect amount of differences. This is the next level of food court options. I haven't tried the omakase option but would love to go back and try it! And I will, of course, come back to indulge in more hand rolls! read more
I read about this place in Mpact magazine. I've never been to an Omakase experience. It was amazing! 6 people at a bar watching the sushi Chef CREATE delicate, beautiful and amazing delicious bites to enjoy. Lots of flavors and textures to explore. The setting is also beautiful in every way. read more
Omakase? 45 minutes? High quality and fun?! I'm in! I heard about this spot after hearing a combination of those magical words and Uroko delivers. So if you're in for a high quality food experience with an intimate vibe with a friend and a few strangers, look no further Atmosphere: Charming small Japanese theme, the closing of the curtain really helps the escapism of the place, complete with soothing music. In a way feels like an escape from Austin. Food: Chef Také really takes the cake on this one. Even though this all happens within 45 minutes, all the dishes are given their time to shine with no feelings of being rushed. Také goes through what he is giving as well as his ideas and inspirations on why he made the dish. They're all notable, but as far as a star standout I'd have to say the Wagyu. Melts like butttter. Service: Owner/chefs Masa and Také are such a delight to have along the experience. They make sure everyone is served well and attended to in an orderly manner without having to be too overbearing for the experience. The only thing I would note to say is that your party MUST have at least 2 people, so unfortunately if things happen and one if your party isn't able to make it there is not really any alleviations, also makes it an experience you can't just pick and go solo for. Certainly not a detrimental factor given the experience and uniqueness of this spot. Easily I would recommend this to a friend to go again. read more
This review is for the AYCE. I love Uroko's hand rolls and their omakase when I can snag a slot. But you can't miss out on their all you can eat sessions. It was created as a way to thank their regular customers but was so popular they bring it back monthly I think. So many fun options and it's easy to get carried away because so many different pieces. Their soup of the day is always delicious and my favorite pieces are the oysters and the uni pieces. read more
2 years ago
Review is from February 2023. We had managed to snag a reservation at TONARII, which is Uroko's Omakase place next door. Chef Masa was honest, skilled, and very funny (had previously been a chef in Japan, then Uchi, then created Uroko). We had an excellent time, and the ambiance was superb. It is clear that the establishment's owners are very passionate about sushi and spend a good amount of time on education as well. The studio doubles as a classroom for making sushi on the weekdays apparently. Fish was very fresh, tasty, and creatively presented- there were even some nice surprises that I won't spoil for you here. Even the water was charcoal water, and somehow tasted better than normal water?? (The photos will spoil your experience though, so be careful if you don't want to know!~) Excellent value omakase and great quality experience. Go if you're in Austin and you want a legit Omakase experience! read more
3 years ago
If you want a high-quality, aesthetic sushi course experience. Please come here. No, wait, don't come here since I don't wanna compete with my reservation whereas already so many competitors! Jk. Overall, it was most wonderful meal course that lasted 45 minutes. My parent and her brother and I all enjoyed it so much. The chef, the manager, both were high-end service provider. Throughout the whole time, they treated customer very respected, relaxed and calm; makes whole experience a jewel. Loved the design of whole room, the background music was promptly at a good level of ambience, the classic music choice was just perfectly creating a peaceful, enjoyable atmosphere. We shared out conversation at a low volume, we could still hear each other ver well and clear. The sushi... omg.. I can't really describe the beautifulness in a text, so please let yourself give a gift, try their food, the excellent service, just.. have a beautiful time at here. I thought 45 min was quite a short time for having a 12-meal course but sushi chef from this place knows what they do. They both are 25-yrs of experienced chefs so they know what to do for sure. Love their own recipe, I can say it for sure this was a high-quality sushi I ever had which I cannot find a comparison rival to this place. I love sushi, love Japanese food, food in general is a big part of my life. So I have a long history of visiting many kinds of Japanese restaurants, sushi places from all over US, this marks the very top rank. The dessert they served at the end was beautiful as well. Just a pure perfection. Thank you for letting my family and I have a best moment for this year. I would definitely bring many people that I love to gift them a special time which I had from here and definitely share it with them. read more
Came here for the 45 minute omakase and due to getting stuck on the other side of the pride parade, was going to be 20 or so minutes late. But we called the restaurant and they said they would catch us up, which was greatly appreciated. 45 minutes honestly would've been perfect for this sort of omakase, they told us we didn't have to rush but we felt embarrassed that we might be messing up the experience for the chef, so we did eat pretty quickly. That being said, I was also very hungry so it worked out well. This is my kind of omakase, private with only 6 seats, mainly nigiri with a few exceptions. I didn't take a picture of everything and I honestly can't remember what each piece was but the whole experience was delicious and intimate. The chefs made everything right in front of us, and explained to us what everything was. I would 1000% come here again for the omakase - hopefully show up on time next time though. read more
What a great starter omakase experience! 12 courses, 45 minutes, 6 people, 1 chef. I enjoyed the fusion and fun culinary techniques used by the chef - smoking the fish with Texan woods, flavors infused in foam, bbq sauce with the wagyu. You can see the passion and love in the food :) We had a lovely sake pairing too - highly recommend. Highly recommend especially if you haven't had omakase before and see if it's something you enjoy before spending the big bucks on something fancier. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
Chef Také serves up a delightful 45-minute omakase experience with 12 delicious pieces (which is surprisingly filling)! Each piece has a very distinctive flavor, and he does a great job of bringing out the best of the fish without relying too heavily on sauces to create taste -- I also appreciated that the amount of wasabi used wasn't noticeable/overwhelming at all. The best piece was definitely the salmon, for the melt-in-mouth texture alone. Easily the most delicious salmon I've ever eaten. Other standouts included the piece that was smoked in front of us (hamachi?), the fourth piece which had a citrusy sauce which was very appetizing, and the piece with truffle foam. While some of the crowd-pleasers (uni/scallop piece, wagyu/foie gras piece) were still delicious, I actually felt that the other pieces better showcased Také's skill at pairing flavors with the fish -- for example, the very first piece, which featured yuzu bubbles, seemed pretty typical initially but we found that it had a delicious and impressively long-lasting aftertaste. Thoughtful cooking at a cozy 6-person table with attentive service. At about $100pp, it costs a pretty penny, but it's more reasonable than many other omakase experiences. Dined: November 26, 2022 read more
4 years ago
Uroko is a really great spot if you are looking for handrolls with fresh ingredients. The handrolls range from $6.50 for basic rolls to $9 for the specialty ones. I got the Spicy Tuna, Hama Toro, and the specialty one with uni! All were really good but my favorite was probably the Hama Toro because of the texture from the crispy quinoa. There was plenty of parking around the building but I will say the ambiance was pretty sad because there were maybe 4 other groups in the entire food court area. At least there was plenty of seating! They have cups for water but you have to fill it yourself at the water fountain all the way in the back of the building. read more
3 years ago
45 minutes of omakase nigiri heaven. Chef and sous chef are punctual and have everything prepped for the session. We were lucky enough to sit at the counter right in front of the Chef as he prepped every nigiri. Overall, service was on point. Food was scrumptious! Nonstop mouth flavor explosions. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a very intimate, omakase experience. read more
My favorite place for hand rolls in the ATX. These hand rolls run between $5-8 each. The basic hand rolls are around 5.25 with vegetables and 6.50 with fish. The more fancier ones with fattier cuts of fish are 7.50. When I was there they had a special with uni which I gladly ordered. Love uni. The sushi rice is just perfect and it was lightly seasoned and had the right texture and temperature. I normally get about 3 rolls if I'm hungry. 1-2 is enough for a snack or light lunch. Ordering was quick and it didn't take too long to pick up my order. There's plenty of shared seating in the food court of Springdale general. I suggest coming in person as using the delivery apps adds 1-2$ per hand roll. read more
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1023 Springdale Rd
Bldg 1, Ste C
Austin, TX 78721
East Austin
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How much is the omakase?
It's $84 per person for a 45 minute OMAKASE experience. You need $40 deposit in advance when you make a reservation.
Is there any gluten free food?
Miso is not but they can modify most hand rolls to be (except unagi)
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