Chef Tyson Cole's groundbreaking Japanese farmhouse dining experience. Innovative sushi and omakase in a converted bungalow on South Lamar.
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Uchi (Lamar)
Japanese / Sushi · South Lamar · James Beard Award
The original Uchi on South Lamar — Tyson Cole's James Beard-winning Japanese restaurant in a converted bungalow. The hama chili, machi cure, and omakase are legendary. The restaurant that put Austin o...
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Craft Omakase
Japanese Omakase · Rosedale · Michelin Star 2024
Intimate 12-seat omakase counter with 22-course seasonal tasting menu. Earned a Michelin star within 11 months of opening.
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Uchiko
Japanese · North Loop
Uchi's sister restaurant offering a farmstead-inspired approach to Japanese cuisine with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients in a sleek North Austin space.
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Tsuke Edomae
Japanese Omakase / Sushi · East Austin · Tastemaker Award Nominee 2026
Intimate edomae-style sushi counter in East Austin focusing on traditional Tokyo-style nigiri technique. Fish sourced from Japan's Tsukiji market and the Gulf. The tsuke (marinated) preparations honor...
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Hai Hospitality / Uchi Round Rock
Japanese / Sushi · Round Rock
Suburban outpost of Tyson Cole's acclaimed Japanese restaurant bringing the same JBF-winning quality to Round Rock. Omakase, creative rolls, and the signature hama chili in a polished suburban setting...
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Soto
Japanese · South Lamar
Acclaimed sushi and omakase destination on South Lamar serving pristine seasonal fish and chef-selected courses.
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Fukumoto
Japanese Izakaya · East Austin · Tastemaker Award Nominee 2026
East Austin izakaya from a former Uchi chef serving yakitori, sashimi, and creative Japanese small plates. The robata grill is the centerpiece and the sake/shochu program is the most serious in Austin...
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Toshokan
Japanese / Izakaya · East Austin · Michelin Recommended
Japanese izakaya and bar from Tatsu-Ya alum serving shareable plates, yakitori, and an extensive sake/shochu program. The name means 'library' in Japanese — a quiet, contemplative space for serious Ja...
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Ramen Tatsu-Ya South Lamar
Japanese Ramen · South Lamar
Second Austin location of the cult ramen chain on South Lamar. Same 18-hour tonkotsu broth, punk rock decor, and devoted lines. The vegan ramen is surprisingly excellent.