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    Yanagi

    3.8 (473 reviews)
    ModerateSushi Bars, Japanese
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM

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    YANAGI ATMOSPHERE

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Crunchy stuff on all 3 rolls

    We did take out and ordered 4 different rolls and an avocado bomb. All 5 dishes had imitation crab in them. The Cali roll should be salmon and avocado on inside. The rainbow roll I can't recall but pretty sure not imitation crab either. Also they put 3 rolls in one take out which is fine, but almost all had the crunchy stuff on them. We only ordered 1 crunchy roll, very sloppy work. Prob won't be coming back. To owner: it was the fact that all 4 rolls had the crab in them (imitation crab). I doubt all 4 rolls come with imitation crab on menu. I've never had a rainbow roll or Cali with imitation crab before. Also I picked them up myself. I didn't flip it over or anything. There was enough crunch in that package for 10 rolls lol

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    Victoria W.

    Still one of my favorites! This is a solid sushi spot in south Austin. Generous portions, fresh sushi, and nice vibes. I still get take out here, probably monthly and have dined in on multiple occasions (by myself, with my family, and with friends). The service is always excellent and the meal always hits the spot. I highly recommend!

    EDAMAME
    James K.

    We came here last night for dinner and very much enjoyed it. We arrived around 635 without a reservation and got seated immediately, which was nice. The food was delicious! Five stars for the edamame as an appetizer, along with the dragon sushi roll. My fiancés bibimbap also was on point. I probably wouldn't get the beef teriyaki again though, as next time around I'd go with the bibimbap instead. Service was also very quick too. Overall, it was a good experience!

    Teriyaki steak, miso soup, tempura appetizer, tai sashimi
    Rory K.

    Great little restaurant with amazing food and service. I was greeted and seated quickly. My waiter was very friendly. I ordered the tempura appetizer and it was delicious. I also had a miso soup that was really good. My entree was the teriyaki steak and rice which was also delicious and lastly I had an order of tai sashimi and to my delight they had gochujang sauce that made it extremely good. This place is very nice with delicious food and great service. 9.5/10 for me

    Beef Bulgogi Bento Box*
    Charli V.

    My partner and I arrived at 11:15 AM and we're the 1st group in. They probably do a thorough cleaning in the morning because it definitely smelled like cleaning chemicals. The staff was welcoming and attentive. We ordered a chirashi bowl and beef bento box. The bento box ($15) comes with miso soup, salad, tempura, and 4 pieces of California roll. Definitely bang for your buck! It was so good. The sashimi pieces in the chirashi bowl ($19) was fresh, perfectly cut, and plentiful, There are many lunch combinations offered at a great price. We'll definitely be coming here more often.

    SPIDER ROLL-delicious!
    Candace B.

    Where have I been? Just now trying this place. Ordered a spider roll to go for lunch and it was outstanding. Fresh ingredients, packed with flavor and packaged well. I'll be back to dine in and order more food. I am happy when I find another sushi place in town to enjoy.

    Fantastic lunch specials!
    Linda M.

    The decor at Yanagi is pleasant enough, but it has a strip-mall feel and certainly doesn't match the superior level of the food served there. That said, the less-than-stellar decor may be what allows them to provide a wide variety of very good Japanese food at more-than-reasonable prices. I've eaten here many times, and my favorite appetizers are the Spicy Edamame (steamed edamame dressed with toasted, chopped garlic in a spicey sauce), Tuna (or Salmon) Tower, Tempura, and Agedashi Tofu (fried tofu with tempura sauce). I could honestly make a meal out of the appetizers! I usually share several appetizers and rolls with friends and leave full and happy. Yanagi does a brisk take out business and, if it's still available (couldn't locate it online), their lunch specials are unbelievable! Huge bento boxes with various choices of proteins, rice, salad, and I can't recall what else. Depending on the protein, in the $15-$20 range. So good!

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    Food was amazing. Service was great. Price is very fair . Lighting was just right. Will be back for sure !

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