5 Japanese Restaurants in Austin Perfect For Your Next Sushi Run
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If you think there isnât much to Austin besides the barbecue and Tex-Mex food, youâre wrong. And youâre probably missing out on so much! Austin is home to a variety of restaurants offering different cuisines from all over the world â including Japanese-people approved restaurants in the city, offering Japanese cuisine as authentic as can be!
In case you didnât know yet, Austin has been crowned as the best place to live in the United States. From a TexasRealFood point of view, I genuinely believe that a factor of the cityâs recognition is owed much to its thriving food scene.
Otoko
Otoko is a 12-seat Japanese restaurant featuring a curated menu based on ingredient availability and seasonality. The restaurant boasts an elegant interior and a neighboring intimate omakase-style cocktail bar called the Watertrade â a word synonymous with decadent Japanese nightlife.
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Otoko takes great pride in its unique tasting menu, a multi-course omakase experience that blends Tokyo-style sushi and Kyoto-style kaiseki. The Watertrade is open from Wednesday through Saturday starting at 5:00 PM. The drink menu features an extensive list of specialty Japanese whiskeys, sake, and craft cocktails that are also curated based on ingredient seasonality.
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1603 South Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704. Call (512) 920-6405. Visit Otoko for more information.
Uchi
Uchi translates to âhouseâ in English. The restaurant's name is inspired in its location in a renovated South Austin bungalow. Award-winning Chef Tyson Coleâs signature non-traditional take on Japanese food has delighted Austinâs diverse dining crowd as well as visitors from across the country and around the world since 2003.
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While Uchi is prominent for being a sushi joint, there are alternatives for you if youâre not a fan of sushi. If youâre skeptical and canât decide what to eat, you can always opt for the Omasake option, a 10-course chefâs personal selection of the most delectable, sublime tastes delivered one-by-one at your table at a leisurely pace. It would be a shame to miss Uchi especially during sake social, which basically has the same concept as a happy hour.
801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704. Call (512) 916-4808. Visit Uchi for more information.
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Uchiko
Uchiko, the child of Uchi, is a redefined Japanese dining experience that is derived from Uchiâs warm and welcoming atmosphere and innovative menu. The restaurant believes that the essence of Japanese cuisine is the ingredients â which is why they have made it a commitment to maintaining a close relationship with local farmers and import fresh seafood daily from Japan for a more authentic flavor.
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The menu features traditional Japanese fare such as tempura, sushi, sashimi, and more! Uchiko also offers omakase, a selection between a ten-course chefâs tasting menu and a five-course signature dish tasting menu. Sake social runs from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM on a daily.
4200 n Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756. Call (512) 916-4808. Visit Uchiko for more information.
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Bento Picnic
Influenced by the rich culture of Japan, Bento Picnic handcrafts well-balanced bento meals that are delicious and nourishing. Located in a stylish 1920âs bungalow just east of downtown Austin, this restaurant boasts a cozy counter-service cafe space and a beautiful indoor and outdoor seating.
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The menu features appetizers like a tomato salad, bowls like teriyaki bowl, and sweets like miso chocolate chip cookies. You can also customize your bento box with your choice of carbs and proteins. Serving wholesome eats Mondays through Saturdays, it proudly serves local vegetables, responsibly-sourced proteins, housemade pickles and sauces, gluten-free pastries, and vegan ice creams.
Whether you are hosting an event that youâd like to have catered, looking for a casual cafe for a lunch or dinner date, wanting to send meals as a care package for loved ones, or needing to pick up a couple of meals to get you through a busy week, Bento Picnic is the perfect place to be!
2600 E Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78702. Call (512) 987-8767. Visit Bento Picnic for more information.
Komé Sushi Kitchen
Kome Sushi Kitchen is a Japanese restaurant that strives to offer great food at reasonable prices in a casual, comfortable environment. Founded by a native Japanese couple, youâll know for sure youâre in for an authentic Japanese flavor. They offer an extensive menu, featuring takoyaki, ramen, rice bowls, homemade gyoza, and more!
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They also offer desserts such as tempura-fried ice cream and green tea parfait. And, of course, a Japanese dining experience wouldnât be complete without an expansive selection of sushi. Their sushi menu features anything from nigiri and sashimi to classic and signature rolls. Happy hour runs Mondays through Thursdays from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
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5301 Airport Blvd, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78751. Call (512) 712-5700. Visit Komé Sushi Kitchen for more information.
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