Uchiko Austin

4200 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756, United States

Uchiko Austin
About the Company

Originated from the famed Uchi restaurant in Austin founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole, Uchiko specializes in upscale sushi, cool tastings, omakase, and small plates in a farmhouse-chic space.

Reviews
Review №1

Published 24 days ago

Review №2

Published 24 days ago

Review №3

Cannot say enough about this place.
Delicious!

Do yourself a favor, request to sit in Ivy’s section!!

Published 25 days ago

Review №4

Another fantastic birthday dinner!

Published 25 days ago

Review №5

Intended to come here for “redemption dessert” after a disappointing meal at another establishment. Was blown away by their customer service and food from checking in to the very end of our meal. Somehow managed to snag seats at the bar with minimal wait time as walk-ins. Was convinced to have a little more than dessert, a couple of small bites, and it wiped away the bad food memories we experienced an hour ago. I believe our server was Tyler or Taylor at the bar - his recommendations were amazing, his demeanor was very warm and welcoming. Felt like we were friends coming over to a house for a warm, cozy meal. Couldn’t have had a better experience - and the milk & cereal we ended up having at the end was spectacular. Already planning for a birthday or anniversary dinner here soon to try more of their menu! You have our hearts, Uchiko 🥰

Published a month ago

Review №6

This is my favorite sushi spot in Austin, Texas

Published a month ago

Review №7

Worth it - incredible food and service, always

Published a month ago

Review №8

The food and service are impeccable - one of our favorite restaurants we've dined at. The food and flavors are incredibly unique. An entire menu for vegetarians -
a dream! The dim lighting and layout of the restaurant make it feel cozy even though it's quite big. Complimentary valet. If you're vegetarian, try the avocado nigiri. We loved sitting in Ivy's section!

Published a month ago

Review №9

Best as always

Published a month ago

Review №10

Came here for our anniversary and it did NOT disappoint!! Would definitely recommend any and all of the items on the menu, especially the desserts. A must try for any sushi lovers who love a dash of creativity in the utilization of ingredients.

Published a month ago

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Review №12

Delicios as always!
Take nabe has been my favorite for months now and it never disappoints!
The staff is super friendly and the fish super fresh!
This is by far my favorite restaurant in Austin

Published a month ago

Review №13

Usually crowded. Decent vegetarian options and love the Prosecco cocktail. Valet parkimg only. Very unique dishes compared to Uchi. We came back within a week, and the staff recognised us, which was sweet.

Published a month ago

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Review №15

Spent three hours for a birthday dinner. Didn't want to leave. So many different sushi items. Go every December. Very pricy, but we'll worth it.

Published a month ago

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Review №19

One of the best places in Austin to try different types of Sushi. This place has vegetarian options too. We also loved the Brussels sprouts (MUST TRY!).
The service is TOP notch! Max is amazing, thank you Max for taking care of us. We definitely recommend this place.

Published a month ago

Review №20

Published a month ago

Review №21

Loved every morcel!!! Superb staff as well!!!

Published 2 months ago

Review №22

My husband and I went for the first time this evening.we had the Omakase. There was 10 small courses of the freshest in season ingredients. Everything was absolutely delicious. You can tell the detail of all of the dishes and on many the creativity. I have to say the jasmine cream dessert was so interesting and delicious.

Published 2 months ago

Review №23

I’m not one to leave a review but wow, I was so impressed with the dining experience that I just had to. The food is exquisite, it’s meticulous and cohesive. But the highlight was the service. We sat at the sushi bar and were looked after by chef Mitchell who was attentive, entertaining and knowledgeable. He went above and beyond to give us the best dining experience, truly one that I’ll never forget! Thank you Mitchell, Uchiko is very fortunate to have you!

Published 2 months ago

Review №24

Everything was perfect. We had a large group of 9 and the staff handled us excellently! We did Omakase, everything was delicious.

Published 2 months ago

Review №25

OMG the Vegan Sushi and Dessert was out of this world!!

Published 2 months ago

Review №26

Best experience in Austin. We sat at the sushi counter and had the pleasure of having Mitchell prepare our sushi and give us the best suggestions. He honestly made the experience even better. And the food wow out of this world. Vibe was on point. It’s my favorite restaurant in Austin.

Published 2 months ago

Review №27

I love coming to Uchiko, the service has changed but the food is what sells it. Every time I come to Uchiko, I slow down and enjoy each bite because each time is better than the last. The dishes are so well balanced, and the sauces are immaculate.

Published 2 months ago

Review №28

My 1st time this evening. Fabulous Hostess & Server.

Published 2 months ago

Review №29

My go-to place for general happiness, excitement, celebration and good vibes. Whatever you order finish off with a “shag” (no pun intended…) but you might be orgazmic 😂 LOVE LOVE LOVE this place.

Published 2 months ago

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Published 2 months ago

Review №31

I made a reservation to celebrate with friend and requested an indoor table. My reservation was confirmed for an indoor table. Got to the restaurant on time and was told that they only have the sushi bar available (shared with other people). I politely asked the front desk lady if the reservation shows for an indoor table and she said there’s none left. She then found us a table but we need to vacate the table in an hour and 15 minutes. We started with wine and some appetizers and they kept rushing us because someone reserved the table. It was our first time at Uchiko and while we agree the food was 100% delicious, we didn’t feel like we enjoyed our experience.

The point of the reservation is to HOLD the table, hence the reservation. Why were they rushing us to make sure we vacate a 2-seater table on time for the person who reserved it and not honor our reservation? Totally unprofessional and quite embarrassing to rush your customers out because you want to make sure you do the right thing for other people and not for someone like us, who reserved weeks in advance.

Published 2 months ago

Review №32

Had such a great omakase dinner here. You can let the chef know what you like, any particular dishes you want, budget etc, and they’ll curate a line-up. Kim was super attentive and explained all the dishes well. The order made a lot of sense and it built up to a few of my favorite bites of the evening. Halfway through, a nice gentleman came by the sushi bar and exuberantly praised his chef for the meal. After he left, the chef turned to his buddies and said - this is what I do this for! - just really great energy all around. Very glad this was the finale dinner on a short Austin trip. Highly recommend!

Published 2 months ago

Review №33

We went to the Denver location the previous year and wanted try the omakase in Austin. WOW! Hands down the best Japanese food I’ve ever had. There was one sashimi course with lemon zest and flakey salt I think about every time I’m out for sushi now. It’s a splurge, but if it’s in your budget I’d 1000% recommend grabbing a bite here!

Published 2 months ago

Review №34

Always and consistently a fantastic dining experience at Uchiko.

Published 2 months ago

Review №35

Uchiko is a restaurant that can’t be missed. Their sushi and desserts are both excellent, but the ice cream sandwich is truly exceptional. It’s so good that I wish they would add it to their regular menu.

Published 2 months ago

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Review №37

#1

Published 2 months ago

Review №38

Very good device, servers are pro

Published 2 months ago

Review №39

Great customer service. Ordered this to-go for my wife’s first meal after giving birth and they threw in a free pint of ice cream to help us celebrate!

Published 2 months ago

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Review №42

I’ve seen parodies of pretentious restaurants, most notably In Steve Martin’s LA Story, however I’ve finally run into one here in Austin. After trying to decipher the menu, we were told there was no sushi as a dinner, save for the a la carte pieces. It was one of those surreal experiences that you get only in movies. Microscopic sized portions......and while they were mostly edible, it left you with the feeling, “did I just eat something?”. The only thing that was sizable in this place was the bill, no mistaking about that. I kept thinking that the hidden cameras were going to be revealed to us and the host was going to thank us for being good sports, but alas that wasn’t to be. Avoid this place like the plague, I know we will.
(This review was written in 2018 but corrected some spelling errors as I was writing another review and saw them)

Published 3 months ago

Review №43

I celebrated my 25th birthday at Uchiko and had an amazing experience. The food was delicious and unique. The service was excellent and the staff were incredibly thoughtful. They even gave me a birthday card, which made the night feel very intimate and special.

Published 3 months ago

Review №44

Published 3 months ago

Review №45

We had a team dinner here in the private dining room and the food was outstanding! Service was great, but can be a little pushy

Published 3 months ago

Review №46

I had a strawberry miso parfait for dessert that was crazy good.

Published 3 months ago

Review №47

Chefs tasting menu. Impeccable.

Published 3 months ago

Review №48

This place continues to impress me. Everything is top shelf!

Published 3 months ago

Review №49

A very lively ambience . Food was also great but just very small portions so you need to order a lot of items

Published 3 months ago

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Review №52

Most Japanese people wouldn't recognize the food - it's more accurately described as "fusion". Pretty noisy...

Published 3 months ago

Review №53

Published 3 months ago

Review №54

What can I possibly say that hasn’t been said over the 20 years this amazing restaurant has been blessing the community with food like no other!!
This restaurant has been the best food I’ve eaten I 7 months of eating out in Austin.
Everything I and my companions put in our mouth made our eyes open more than the dish before!
The staff only added to our experience and we look forward to seeing Meg and Meghan … probably tonight!!
The whole wait staff was really spot on and I really am getting hungry writing this… I’m going to stop and head over there now….

Published 3 months ago

Review №55

We had the absolute BEST time at Uchiko! The dinner felt like an EVENT in the best of ways. The drinks are out of this world, the cuisine - just absolutely spectacular - AND the staff are welcoming and not pretentious at all. In fact, you might very well love your server enough to tip 30-40% without blinking an eye!

Published 3 months ago

Review №56

Always amazing!

Published 3 months ago

Review №57

The good: atmosphere, decor, the plating

The bad: flavor and balance of flavors.. sushi is bad, and so severely overpriced. The quality of fish is really not great, almost no flavor, and the sushi rice was not seasoned well. There were some dishes that were so over salted that I couldn't even palate it, and others that did not have enough flavor. just really unbalanced all around. It was a busy night when we went so maybe it was just a one off. But I was disappointed.

Published 3 months ago

Review №58

Published 3 months ago

Review №59

The quality is great, lots of sushi items lack flavor and are basic, but some are great. The service and atmosphere was great and reminded me of Japanese restaurants in New York.

Published 3 months ago

Review №60

It’s the GOAT

Published 3 months ago

Review №61

Incredible experience. We went for happy hour. The service was impeccable. Shout out Ivy! I would order the entire menu if I could. The milk and cookies dessert was supreme!

Published 3 months ago

Review №62

WOW! Can I just say that this was one of the best raw fish / sushi I’ve ever had. This was my first time dining here and while the menu can seem intimidating, especially if you’re not too familiar with different types of sashimi, makimono and hot/cold plates - we tried a great number of them
and these were our top orders: (1) the edamame is mind blowing - seriously, the menu doesn’t do it justice with the description it has. Imagine tasting smoky, charred steak as your seasoning - that’s exactly what the edamame tasted like. I’ve never tasted anything like it before. (2) the sake makimono with lemongrass…OMG…they had these crunchy rice puffs that gave it the perfect texture and the flavour of the sake dipping sauce with the lemon grass and salmon was a subtly spicy infusion of flavours that truly is one of a kind. (3) the scallop: beautifully tender with fish eggs that bursted with flavour in every bite. And lastly, (4) the milk and cereal dessert… the fried milk balls and the chocolate mousse with captain crunch cereal was SO delicious.

Published 3 months ago

Review №63

This is our favorite special occasion place. The food is so creative and delicious. The service is exceptional. I can't recommend it more!

Published 3 months ago

Review №64

If you like sushi, or are curious, this is the place to go. We ordered about 10 different things between 4 people and everything was amazing. The wait staff here are so patient and helpful, they truly seemed happy to answer questions and make suggestions too.

Published 3 months ago

Review №65

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Published 4 months ago

Review №67

Uchiko never ceases to amaze us! From the moment it opened, we’ve been regulars, and every visit feels like a special occasion. The food is simply exquisite—each dish crafted with the freshest ingredients and an artistic attention to detail. Whether it's their melt-in-your-mouth sushi or the creative small plates, every bite is a flavor experience unlike any other.

The ambiance is warm and inviting, and the staff goes above and beyond to make sure you feel welcomed and well taken care of. Their passion for the food and genuine hospitality are what keep us coming back. Whether you're a sushi lover or just someone who enjoys exceptional cuisine, Uchiko is hands down one of the best dining experiences in Austin. We can’t recommend it enough!

Published 4 months ago

Review №68

Published 4 months ago

Review №69

Great place for a meal or a drink..other reviews have covered the food but you can also make a reservation for the bar alone..they have some great and creative cocktails but... They don't do liquor so all their cocktails are interpretations made with sake..they're good but that is a little limiting and I wish I had knew that in advance..the service is great though and of course they have (limited) beer and a great wine list..

Published 4 months ago

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Review №71

One of our favorite spots in town. Don't be overwhelmed by the menu - the staff is very knowledgeable and make great recommendations. Just mention the flavor profiles you like, and they'll find something great for you.

With that said, ending your night with the gyutoro is a must in my opinion.

Published 4 months ago

Review №72

Published 4 months ago

Review №73

Wow, the food was great. Every dish we ordered was creative and delicious. I’m coming back next time I’m in Austin, despite that I don’t like paying this much for fancy food. Happy hour is a good time to come for slightly lower prices.

Published 4 months ago

Review №74

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Review №75

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Review №76

Maravilloso lugar, buena comida, calidad. Recomendaciones de primera.
Realmente si quieres tener una cena especial este es un gran lugar para ir.
Los precios son los esperados para un lugar de este tipo, así que prepara bien tu bolsillo.
Los tragos también estaban de primera.
Me parece excelente para pasar un buen momento, disfrutar y comer delicioso y de primera.
La espera es agradable porque puedes sentarte en el patio y recomiendo tener una reservación antes de llegar.
El único punto que no me gustó es que reserve para mi cumpleaños y no tuvieron ningún detalle o en el plato del postre que pedimos no vino con ninguna felicitación; creo que ese tipo de detalles es importante cuidar para que el cliente lo recuerde como especial

Published 4 months ago

Review №77

Published 4 months ago

Review №78

Can’t go wrong here. If you want to save some $$, try going for HH. The food and service has never disappointed. Wish I lived closer!

**My review stays the same. It’s just really good sushi. Had a lovely drink this time too.

Published 4 months ago

Review №79

The Uchi family proves once again that their service is peerless. Lulu was amazing and every dish delighted. Would especially recommend their fatty tuna (otoro) nigiri.

Published 4 months ago

Review №80

The best dining experience of my life, without a doubt. I want to give a special mention to Anna, she looked after us and made the experience all the more special. We opted for the 10 course omikaze set menu, this meant it was specially selected by Anna. She asked us a set of questions to identify which of the dishes would suit our taste palettes best and factored in all our dietary requirements including allergens. She procured our menu to give us the perfect balance of wholesome dishes to the more rare unique dishes on offer. The flavour combinations were incomprehensibly memorable, and the service was the best anyone could ask for. Thank you so much for the experience and the memory, truly one I would recommend to anyone with the highest level of conviction. And thank you again to Anna for making it all the more personalised. A special experience.

Published 4 months ago

Review №81

Great atmosphere and good service definitely recommended.

Published 4 months ago

Review №82

Very slow service, food was not that great and it was $130 a person including the cheapest bottle of sake.

Published 4 months ago

Review №83

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Review №84

My boyfriend and I went in for our 3rd anniversary and we had a great time! Neither of us are too familiar with Japanese cuisine so we put a lot of trust in our server, Lulu, who was very helpful. I have celiac disease which can make eating out difficult, but much of the menu was gluten free without a need for modifications so that was a huge plus for me. Everything was delicious, the vibe was both energetic and romantic, 10/10 would go again.

Published 4 months ago

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Review №87

Loved the food here! They incorporate fusion elements in their dishes and it blends together perfectly. Atmosphere was amazing and service was relatively fast. Will definitely be back.

Published 4 months ago

Review №88

I had a lovely birthday at Uchiko with my family. We got both the vegetarian and regular omakase. We enjoyed all of our dishes. The pacing could have been a bit slower as we got overwhelmed in the beginning with a lot of dishes.

Our waiter Jeremy really made the experience special with gifting us two extra desserts and the Uchi cookbook! Shoutout Jeremy for making it an extra special night!

Published 5 months ago

Review №89

A bit overpriced for what it is. Service and atmosphere both deserve 5 stars though! Overall we thought the food was pretty good but not what we expected given all the hype. If you do go, we thought the Brussels sprouts were very good.

Published 5 months ago

Review №90

Published 5 months ago

Review №91

This place is incredible. Food is awesome. Wine list could use work.

Published 5 months ago

Review №92

Uchiko in Austin offers a fantastic dining experience with its creative take on Japanese cuisine. The atmosphere is sleek yet welcoming, perfect for a special night out. Their sushi and small plates are fresh, inventive, and beautifully presented, with a variety of flavors that will impress any food lover. The chef's tasting menu is a great way to explore their top dishes. The staff is knowledgeable and provides excellent recommendations, making the meal even more enjoyable. While it’s on the pricier side, Uchiko is well worth it for a memorable, high-quality dining experience.

Published 5 months ago

Review №93

We celebrated our anniversary dinner and it was perfect! The food was beautifully plated and delicious. They even surprised us with a free dessert cake, which was both stunning and tasty. A wonderful experience! Definitely coming back!

Published 5 months ago

Review №94

Delicious and very reasonably priced for a luxurious dinner experience. I recommend the maguro nigiri and the spicy crunchy tuna ! Will definitely come back 😌

Published 5 months ago

Review №95

awesome spot - sushi was divine. service was great and our server was extremely attentive

Published 5 months ago

Review №96

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Review №97

Such a great experience!

Published 5 months ago

Review №98

We recently dined at Uchiko North Lamar sushi spot in Austin, hoping for a memorable experience, but left feeling underwhelmed. The restaurant tries hard to market itself as a high-end Japanese Omakase experience, but unfortunately, it doesn't quite deliver. Some dishes lacked the freshness and refinement you'd expect from an upscale sushi restaurant, and a few didn't even match the quality of what you'd find at H.E.B. The flavors were often bland, and the textures weren't as precise as you'd hope for in a place trying to charge premium prices. The service was average at best, lacking the attentiveness and warmth you'd expect. It's frustrating when a place demands so much for a course meal, yet fails to live up to even mid-tier expectations.
All in all, you're better off seeking out Omakase experience or even simple sushi elsewhere in Austin.

Published 5 months ago

Review №99

Published 5 months ago

Review №100

Sadly this was a huge disappointment. My partner and I came here years ago for our second anniversary and had a magical night! Confirming before reservation that this was an anniversary dinner, the waitstaff ensured we had a great experience. We were sat somewhere lovely with service being perfect even in a busy evening as we booked 4-6, typical dinner rush hours. Given a nigiri on the house that paired with one our selections and additional dessert with writing on the plate. Food had amazing taste and presentation (the jasmine cream having a smoke reveal when presented). So OBVIOUSLY we had to come 5 years later when celebrating out anniversary AND our engagement just a day prior (My fiancée ensured to click both options in reservations). However, when we came we were informed 1) The bathrooms are now located outside in a small trailer which stunk and had period blood on the walls and door and 2) we were seated against the wall in the corne by the waitstaff computer. For our engagement dinner, being put into a shabby corner rather than letting us have the option to wait for a better spot. It felt humiliating that we were an openly queer couple (only queer couple in the 2hrs we were there) and be put in a dim corner. Our waitress was clearly not informed this evening was special by any means, meaning no communication from reservation information to staff as a failure on part of the management. She was lovely just disappointing that the evening was overcast by unfinished construction and the downgrade in presentation and preparation when compared to the near exact same meal we ordered (ie. jasmine cream having no special plating like before and other items)

Published 5 months ago

Review №101

If you know, you know. Simply the best pair of restaurants in Texas. 2+ Michelin stars when they finally come to Austin to rate it.

Published 5 months ago

Review №102

Fantastic happy hour and service. Food was great. Highly recommend.

Published 5 months ago

Review №103

Foie gras (French for ‘fatty liver’) is a speciality food product made from the liver of a duck or goose. To produce foie gras, birds are force-fed to fatten their livers up to 10 times their natural size through a process traditionally referred to as “gavage”.

Published 5 months ago

Review №104

I’ve been to this place twice, and everything was fantastic. The service was excellent, and they even offered a free dessert on our last visit!

Published 5 months ago

Review №105

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Review №106

Had a coursed omakase curated by our amazing server Brett. Shout out to him and his team for the outstanding experience and meal. We will definitely be back. Much better than previous visits to the other uchi locations.

Published 5 months ago

Review №107

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Review №108

This…is not Japanese cuisine! It’s a mix of various cooking styles from different countries! It feels very strange! Even the choice of glasses for drinks is off! Each dish lacks a consistent style, with influences from many different countries. The ingredients aren’t top-quality, yet the prices are unusually high. However, the waitstaff were very attentive and tried hard to provide good service. I’m sorry for giving a low rating. I guess I just didn’t understand the food.

Published 5 months ago

Review №109

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Review №110

Best sushi happy hour in austin!

Published 5 months ago

Review №111

It had been a LONG time since we'd been to Uchiko with our son. In fact, it had been 8 years and they haven't missed a beat! From the moment we walked in, Shelby made us feel at home. Our reservation had been taken incorrectly, yet Shelby was able to accommodate us and was so personable and empathetic. Our server was Brian and he was professional, kind and very knowledgeable in regard to me being a celiac.

The food was absolutely stunning and as delicious as ever. Uchiko continues to have the best Happy Hour in town. We're looking forward to our next visit!

Published 5 months ago

Review №112

Had a really great experience at Uchiko on Friday night. Our service was exceptional and everything we tried was really delicious

Published 5 months ago

Review №113

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Review №114

Lives up to the hype! Ivy the bartender made our experience extra special. We will keep coming back :)

Published 5 months ago

Review №115

One of the best sushi experiences I've had. Ever. Period. Jacobo (head chef), Dex & Mitchell are incredibly genuine and skilled. The omakase was well balanced and had a progression only the best chefs know about. Tasting is believing. Coming from California, and finding an oasis like this in the middle of Texas, was truly a blessing. Will be back!

Published 5 months ago

Review №116

Had an excellent anniversary lunch during HH. The only hiccup which I found odd (and the reason for the docked stars) is that I unfortunately had a dead fly floating in the small wooden box that my Nigori unfilter sake came in.

I already had a few sips before noticing, so hopefully this insect had only touched the overflow sake and not the drink, but I’d like to not think too much on the alternatives. I pointed this out to our sushi chef who was extremely apologetic and promised it would be taken care of.

The drink was replaced and the rest of the meal was excellent (including the complimentary dish for our anniversary, yum). When the check came, I was surprised to see I was still charged for the sake, given the situation and the chef’s words, but as the rest of lunch and the service was good, I paid without comment since I didn’t want to mar the occasion. Things happen in restaurants, even the best, so I’m understanding but felt like I should mention at the least.

Published 6 months ago

Review №117

The food was amazing. We started out with a couple zero proof drinks, which were delicious. Then we got the Hama Chili, hot rock, a tuna dish, eggplant tempura, and a couple more dishes. Everything tasted great. The servers were friendly and helpful (it was our first time there).

Published 6 months ago

Review №118

My partner and I came last night (Tuesday evening) for the $120 happy hour Signature Tastings menu for two. Every single thing we had was incredible and was eye-opening to what fresh fish, quality ingredients, and culinary artistry really can be. We were quietly celebrating a birthday, and the staff were fully aware and even served an extra surprise sushi course with fish traditionally used for celebrations in Japan. It was arguably the best course we had. We (particularly myself) were left laughing in disbelief and joy multiple times of how delicious the food was and the level of hospitality.

Our sushi chef was Chef Ji. Sincerest apologies if the spelling is not correct. He was fantastic, so thoughtful, and incredible to watch as he prepared so many amazing pieces in front of us.

Our drinks server was Tammy, and she was so knowledgeable, sweet, and attentive. The service and hospitality is so outstanding and beautiful to behold. Really makes you fall in love with the restaurant. This is the closest thing I’ve ever had to a fine dining experience…and now I get it. I wish I could dine here every night. This has really changed food for me. Somebody get this place a ⭐️

Published 6 months ago

Review №119

Best sushi in Austin!!

Published 6 months ago

Review №120

I really do not know how this restaurant does not have 5 stars. First time going and will be going there again and again.

Published 6 months ago

Review №121

Uchiko is exceptional!

Was blessed to try several dishes here and all were amazing. The dishes that stood out the most were the nigiri - they were incredibly tasty, large and delicious.

Published 6 months ago

Review №122

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Review №123

Amy was absolutely fabulous. Got seated as a walk-in with 1 hour to spare. Incredible customer experience. More incredible food.

Published 6 months ago

Review №124

Exceptional dining experience. Excellent wait staff. But be prepared to pay for the "fine" in fine dining. My wife and I had chef Sean currrate our meal, which was amazing. Our waiter was also top notch. Gluten free is definitely an option. Our final bill was about $500 for 2 with tip.

Published 6 months ago

Review №125

Uchiko Austin was an incredible experience! The omakase tasting menu was a real adventure, with every dish better than the last. The yokai sushi was so fresh and flavorful, and the wagyu was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The presentation of each plate was like a work of art, and the atmosphere was cozy yet fancy. It’s definitely the best sushi I’ve had, and I can’t wait to go back!

Published 6 months ago

Review №126

Best Japanese I've had in austin..

Published 6 months ago

Review №127

Planning to celebrate a birthday or a special with your loved ones with some amazing food? Uchiko is definitely your go to place. Vegetarian option is fabulous and you don’t have to worry at all. Reception is amazing with each dish being explained, you couldn’t have asked for more.
Try all their Nigiris -tomato, avocado, shiitake, Madu and kinoko( Absolutely yumm, you’ll definitely crave for more!), Tempura based hot servings ( Madu and onion rings), edamame ( Delicious !), Cool tastings - ko salad is just wow! Salad can’t get better than this!
Their Desserts are amazing as well, do try their sundae, Banana bread and lychee sorbet!
You’ll love it!
Everything is absolutely delicious and it’s a great experience for sure!

Published 6 months ago

Review №128

Great Happy Hour and tasting menu for 2!

Published 6 months ago

Review №129

Our server Bryan helped create a wonderful experience of flavors based on our likes and dislikes. He was awesome and food was amazing. Thanks for a great night!

Published 6 months ago

Review №130

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Review №131

Published 6 months ago

Review №132

Another wonderful experience! We had the HH tasting menu and also added a few items from the regular menu. Hama chili and otoro were my top two favorites, would absolutely also recommend the umegave cocktail. Service was impeccable. Thank you for an amazing dinner!

Published 6 months ago

Review №133

Great fancy dinner spot! Lots of unique menu options, but your waiter will help you decide according to your tastes. We decided to pick and choose random items on the menu, but will definitely try the chef’s selection next time!

Published 6 months ago

Review №134

Uchiko is a non traditional Japanese style restaurant. Every concept I’ve tasted is ingeniously flavorful. The atmosphere is amazing, low light with a spark of life. No wonder their award winning establishment is always recognized. I would recommend planning way ahead as their reservations for dinner are a little difficult to come by on short notice. They offer valet, although if you’re lucky you may catch a parking space near by.

Published 6 months ago

Review №135

Published 6 months ago

Review №136

I had the Omakase for about $180 per person. Some of the food items served such as the otoro sashimi, scallops, tomato (surprising) sushi, and dessert to be excellent. However, there were some items that did not live up to expectations. For example, the wagyu nigiri was too salty despite being a quality cut and some other nigiri pieces were not dressed up enough to conpliment the fish.

Additionally, one of the servers did not know what was being served to us and was abruptly corrected by another server. This was a bit jarring, but not too big of a deal.

Overall, the experience was solid, but I will likely choose other omakase experiences moving forward.

Published 6 months ago

Review №137

Crowded place, prepare to wait even you reserved. The atmosphere is noisy with minimal light.
Servers are super busy, though in a good altitudes.
Mediocre food, some fishes are fresh and great, but not the wagyu. Similar material to what I got from Costco…
The dessert is a disaster, total American style and super sweet.
Parking is also limited.

Not matching the price

Published 6 months ago

Review №138

Incredible restaurant. They served a group of 10 for my bachelor party. The staff was so attentive and the food was incredible.

Published 6 months ago

Review №139

Wife talks about this place to all our friends. Went couple months ago, she still brings up how great it was. All I remember is the overwhelmingly obnoxious people sitting next to us. The 2-person tables are so close to each other, all it takes is one pair that failed at learning public manners to ruin it for everyone else. Hopefully management will come up with a better solution. Would love to frequent this place

Published 6 months ago

Review №140

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Review №141

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Review №142

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Review №143

Eventhough it was advertised as a place to go and we had a coupon, it was disappointing a bit. A few in our party waited over 30 mins to get their roll while others got theirs within 10 mins for the same exact dish. The place in incredibly noisy and carrying a conversation was hard. The prices are high and the food quality is very good. We will not go back
Update: We went back by invitation . This time during happy hour and everything was great. We sat away from the main dining section and the noise was far less. We had a great waitress and the food was fantastic

Published 6 months ago

Review №144

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Review №145

Decided to visit Uchiko for the first time since moving to Austin & Jay was one of the most enthusiastic, charming & welcoming person to speak with upon arriving. I will be visiting again for the services.

Published 6 months ago

Review №146

Awesome experience! Definitely going back to try more things! Amazing deserts!

Published 6 months ago

Review №147

Went by myself during a work trip, sat at the sushi bar and asked the sushi man to recommend some nigiris, and sashimi. Sake Toro was amazing, Spanish mackerel, loved the ebil dumplings with amazing pho sauce. Closed the sushi order with a foie gras nigiri, it was amazing. Had their fried milk ice cream as dessert, soooo good!

Published 6 months ago

Review №148

I don't think this is a restaurant, it's a house thief that just a bunch of confused idiots go and give good compliments.Because my son liked sushi, we went to Austin from San Antonio, because of the comments written on the page, first of all, it didn't have a good menu, that is, they give you some copied paper, which you have to have someone explain to you in order to understand it.Secondly, that person gives such a description of the food that you think that you are going to try a unique dish. In the end, after waiting for a long time, someone brings us six pieces of sushi, about an inch in size, and that's it. Madam, the steak is worth 36 dollars. He had ordered, and the meat was brought burnt to the size of 1 x 3 inches.In the end, they charged us $116, and since it was past 10:30 p.m., no other restaurant was open, and after embarrassing myself in front of my family, we had to go to fast food for dinner and until we returned to San Antonio, It was around 2 midnight.When I think about the people who go there and pretend to be satisfied, I only infer one thing: that some people go there to attract the attention of others (friends or partners, etc.) do, because no sane person can accept to pay a high price for a few pieces of snack and pretend to have eaten.However, it was a bad experience for me. Because I felt that my intelligence was insulted to drive all this way, spend time and money, and in the end I have to go to fast food... I think it's evil. The name of this is neither a restaurant nor a business, it's just called theft. ,, When I said that this is not a restaurant, but a thief's house, I didn't mean it. After the review I left for that thief's house, the owner of the place sent me a message saying that he wants to solve this problem, please send me an email directly.And I gave him this email: How are you going to fix it, are you going to give me my money back, or are you going to offer a free service that I'm not ready to come there anymore, or maybe you want to apologize with a few sentences?And as a result, I didn't receive any message after that, because she just wanted to show in response to my critical email that she is not aware of the situation there, while the founder of that house thief is herself.

Published 6 months ago

Review №149

Been here many times because the food is always spectacular. We had our last meal here tonight before moving and WOW. Most memorable night I’ve ever had at a restaurant. When you didn’t think it could get any better they went above and beyond with our service. Knowing it was our last night at our favorite spot they sent us home with a parting gift that had me happy crying all the way home. We will miss you Uchiko!!

Published 6 months ago

Review №150

💔 Sushi are smaller than usual so was e thickness of the sashimi.

Wagyu Beef should be highlighted that is from USA. Then we won't waste our time to order beef twice.

It can be better.

Published 6 months ago

Review №151

Love the vibe and energy of Uchiko. Food was great

Published 6 months ago

Review №152

I never write reviews, but I had an absolutely wonderful experience at this restaurant! First and foremost, our server, Ivy was absolutely phenomenal. She was attentive, conversational, and took awesome care of us! I highly recommend getting the experience where your server guides your meal! We gave a good price point and Ivy definitely delivered on many things to try! Many challenged our pallets, but they were all wonderful in their own way! Not everything we ate is something I would have tried on my own, but I took pictures of the menu to remember, it was wonderful!! Overall, my family and I had a wonderful experience and are planning on coming back again!

Published 7 months ago

Review №153

There is absolutely nothing negative you csn say about Uchiko. The food never misses. The service is always a pleasure.

Published 7 months ago

Review №154

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Review №156

They've gotten too corporate. The support staff was overly attentive. I was asked 3 times if I wanted another drink, like we were at a comedy club with a two drink minimum. The Sashimi was good, but the rolls were average. Komé has better rolls. The sauces lacked depth and punchiness. We ordered two more identical orders of a tuna that we liked, and got two entirely different dishes. The two sakes we tried were lackluster, one of which was $22 a glass. I'll stick to Komé in the future and not spend $500.

Published 7 months ago

Review №157

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Review №158

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Review №159

There are so many incredible places to eat at in Austin, but if I had to choose only one restaurant to dine at, it would have to be Uchiko. I’ve been fortunate enough to eat their give or take around 50 times and here is why it is the best. The menu can be overwhelming especially if you’re not too familiar with specific fish types or various nigiri bites the staff will help guide you along and give their extensive knowledge making sure you have an incredible dinner. The restaurant doesn’t offer typical “sushi style” rolls like other Japanese restaurants, but food that has more of a culinary experience. Each dish is well thought out and gives you multiple flavors/textures bringing out a well rounded bite. Uchiko offers great non-fish options that I would highly recommend you try. A good dish for the budget-to-filling up side, would be ordering karage. If you’re like me and love good sushi rolls, but would rather taste the fish instead of tasting seaweed forward, ask to wrap the saki maki roll or p-38 in soy paper. It’s a game changer. Another great hack is ordering a side of white chili aoli to dip your rolls or your karage in which also tastes amazing. Everything is delicious, but my personal favorites include the gyutaro, kinoko, duck, ko salad, madai, steak + fries, tiger cry, p-38, Brussels sprouts, hamachi, bincho, shima aji, blue fin tuna, and masu.

Published 7 months ago

Review №160

Published 7 months ago

Review №161

I've been going to Uchiko since it opened, and the food is as good as it ever was: inventive, incredibly fresh, and a great mixture of traditional and unique. Overall our servers were great and helpful. My one quibble is the absolutely wild speed at which they served us. I've never been rushed out of a place so fast where I was spending nearly $250 for a table of two. We ordered 5 or 6 dishes and were out the door with our tab paid in 45 minutes. At one point, we had three dishes on our table at once. That is not what I hope for when the dishes are literally two or three bites max. I could barely keep up, but I didn't want to. I wanted to have an enjoyable evening with my partner. Things are so unbelievably pricey in Austin now, we've really cut back on going out to eat. Things like this really make or break a nice meal out for me. I'm already supposed to go back this month for a friend's birthday (the location is her choice), and I really hope the pacing is better and we aren't rushed out of there at top speed.

Published 7 months ago

Review №162

Although the people I was with were long time patrons of Uchiko, this was my first time visiting. I was hoping for the same type of service as I've received at it's sister sites. The food was good and the desserts were absolutely amazing. Definitely recommend a visit during happy hour to try more of the items for a resonance price.

Published 7 months ago

Review №163

We had a wonderful dinner, exceptional food and service. Morgan went above and beyond. We will definitely be back!

Published 7 months ago

Review №164

Service was outstanding.

Food was... Special. Amazing. Fresh. Unique. Clean. Surprising.

Just a wonderful experience.

Published 7 months ago

Review №165

My girlfriend was sick all morning after eating here. Everything tasted fishy. If you’re one of the top sushi spots in the whole city of Austin you should have fresh sushi that isn’t rubbery, chewy, and/or fishy tasting. I can’t think of one nice thing to say about Uchiko. And what’s up with not giving you soy sauce ginger and wasabi? Our server was decent and knew about the menu but the food did not match the hype. What a disaster.

Published 7 months ago

Review №166

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Review №167

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Review №168

A refreshing experience from the happy hour our menu to the dessert. So many choices! Your servers are always ready with suggestions and details. Their wealth of knowledge is amazing. I dined at the sushi bar and had the pleasure of watching our food prepared. Every facet of this meal was memorable!

Published 7 months ago

Review №169

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Review №170

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Review №171

Just incredible. I sat at the wine bar with Ivy and she is one of the best bartenders/restaurant professionals I have ever encountered. Amazing hospitality and excellent communication. Just the right amount of excitement, sass, and confidence - a true gem! As a tenured restaurant general manager myself, I wish I had 5 Ivy’s at my restaurants. We would all be better off as an industry if everyone shared that mentality.

The meal was out of this world - as a former resident of Austin, I had been meaning to come to Uchiko for the last 8-9 years. Pretty much since they opened their doors. I’m so glad I did. Well worth the hype and price.

Thank you for a great night!

Published 7 months ago

Review №172

Great food with questionable service, Shannah or whatever the name of the woman who served us misunderstood our order and then left snarky passive aggressive remarks when we tried to receive our refund that we were promised by 2 other servers

Published 7 months ago

Review №173

I went there, not that long ago to pick up food. Because I have disabled veteran plates and placard, I parked in the disabled spot by the door. I was already out and on my way in. The valet staff told me I had to move my car because that spot was for valet only. I pointed out that it did have the handicap Sign on the ground. He told me, it is not a handicap spot but a valet spot. Instructed me to park at a different spot that was nowhere close to the front door. So if this valet staff is accurate, there are no Disabled spots that are close to the entrance of this restaurant. After I parked and went inside, I asked the other staff about this. They told me that there are spots right outside the door. I let them know what happened and was met with, well I don’t know then. They need to do better.

Published 7 months ago

Review №174

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Review №175

Not worth the money.

Published 7 months ago

Review №176

Not our first time here. The first time we came, we had a great experience, so we came back for a special occasion and were not disappointed in the least. Reservations are tough to get, so plan at least a month out.

We arrived a bit early and wanted to sit at the bar for some drinks. Even the bar was full and or reserved, which was fine, so we stood with our wine. The bartender, who looks a bit like Freddy Mercury was great. He was handling the entire bar for non-dining at the moment orders. Twice, once he saw we required his help, he came by promptly and was totally focused on what I was saying despite other distractions.

When our table was ready (about 2 minutes before our scheduled time) we were taken care of by Jerimiah. he may appear young and casual, but his service, mannerisms and interactions were nothing less than stellar.

Because it was a special occasion, we both ordered the tasting menu which is about 10 mini courses. To say it was amazing would be an understatement. When we placed the order, we let them know of a food allergy situation. He asked a few questions to clarify. When each course was presented, either Jerimiah or another server stated that that course was free from any of the allergens we mentioned. There were zero issues experienced due to food sensitivities.

The food was better than excellent, being extremely fresh and imaginative. We are already planning our next visit.

Published 7 months ago

Review №177

Published 7 months ago

Review №178

Best meal of my life. Thank you for such an amazing evening, Sharon, Ally and the rest of the team. Sharon's sake selection was completely on point for us and her additional nigiri selection was a true highlight. The absolute masters in the kitchen have redefined balance and composition. Even the simplicity of the oysters were elevated beyond all expectation by the tiniest artistic addition by someone with true passion for food. This culinary castle goes above and beyond in accommodating their guests, especially around dietary restrictions. I will be chasing this meal for the rest of time in my life and dreams.

Published 7 months ago

Review №179

Lulu was absolutely amazing and super accommodating to our dietary needs! The service was amazing and she was extremely personable. Even if I hadn’t loved the food I’d consider coming back because of her level of service.

Published 7 months ago

Review №180

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Review №181

ATX icon. We went for the HH, service and Sea Bream. All delivered 110%

Published 7 months ago

Review №182

OMG

Published 7 months ago

Review №183

Just all around excellent, food is expensive but it's worth the cost. Highly recommend for special occasions.

Published 7 months ago

Review №184

TL;DR Stellar service (ask for our waiter! Name below), punches at its price point, have to get lucky on seating and Austin's pest problem.

We had a reservation at 4 and were seated within 5 minutes. Initially, we found it strange that some walk-ins were seated before us, but there was no big wait and so no worries. There are two bars for about 25 total bar seating spots, and many tables.

Allergies: Uchiko's stellar service is reflected in their attention to dietary restrictions. I had zero problems here and my waiter confirmed every time.

Service: Make a reservation, ask for Nate Crockett. He was amazing and really made our special meal even more special with a celebratory course.

We did the Happy Hour Omakase. At this time, I may actually recommend discussing with your waiter what the somakase looks like, since they can customize around your taste and budget. The omakase is only half fish dishes:

Course #1: Avocado Roll (2pc each) with yuzu and tamari salt. Nothing too special (3/5).

Course #2: Ko Salad (Baby Romaine with daikon, topped with miso rice and with a jalapeno edamame sauce), they took off the Thai pesto for nuts. I loved how they wrapped this to all stay together. (4.5/5)

Course #3: Scottish Salmon hand roll with their own Crying Tiger (nuoc mam) fish sauce. This could be better wrapped to stay together, but was tasty (4/5).

Course #4: Hama chili - Yellowtail in Ponzu sauce with Thai chili and oranges. I thought the Ponzu and citrus were overpowering here, but it was good. (3.5/5)

Course #5: Bluefin Otoro Gunkan Fatty Tuna Belly. One piece each. Star of the show. (5/5)

Course #6: A5 fat washed fries with Denver dry aged sirloin steak, seared 4 times, with bok choy: Mixed opinions here. Fries were okay. Searing the meat doesn't hide it from being a sirloin - not the most tender, though a very interesting texture. Some of our pieces were drier than others. The bok choy was a unique spin with the char. (Me 4/5, partner 2/5)

Course #7: Milk and Cereal (Fried milk, chocolate mousse, ice cream, cereal): Awesome palette cleanser. (4.5/5)

A la carte / off-Omakase:

Crispy potatoes: Delicious aioli and the shallots really tie it together. Wish the portions were larger. (4/5)

Sea bream madai: Little chewy. Lovely lemon zest to hide it though. (4.5/5)

Bluefin tuna zuke: Deliciously marinated while retaining the tuna texture. (4.5/5)

Gyudon with short rib and egg (sous vide for three days): We liked this more than the seared meat. The short rib really melts in your mouth. Great small bite. (5/5)

Bluefin Otoro sashimi with wasabi: 5/5 no comments needed, stellar.

Jasmine Cream: The granola mixed with cream and pineapple just somehow worked. Not too sweet. Great end of the meal. If you prefer less sweet desserts I'd get this over the milk and cereal. (4.5/5)

Criticism: We got seated by a window and seemed to be the center of attention for a number of blowflies. Really annoying for a nice meal. It's hard to avoid in Austin, but I hope they do something about it.

Overall, amazing experience led by Nate C. and the staff that are very knowledgeable about each course.

Overall:
Service: 6/5
Value: 4.5/5
Food: 4/5

Published 7 months ago

Review №185

Wine bar employees were terrific.

Published 8 months ago

Review №186

We had the most incredible experience at Uchicko Austin last night with our server Dallas. He guided us through the most wonderful dinner, even bringing out extras from the kitchen and making us feel comfortable and cozy and what is otherwise a pretty buzzing restaurant. Dallas was attentive to our needs and we trusted his recommendations. The atmosphere at the tables near the bar was much quieter and quaint than the back room which was a lot louder. You can taste how fresh the fish is and how much thought and detail goes into every tiny little bite. I was worried we wouldn't get full but there was plenty of cooked items and greens to give you a good base (karage was wonderful and filling!). If you get the chance to sit in Dallas' section you will not be disappointed!

Published 8 months ago

Review №187

Literally the best sushi I’ve ever had. Makes Nobu look like gas station sushi (if Bucc-ees did sushi). They tailored an omakase to our budget and gave us an unforgettable experience. This one goes to eleven: 11/10 would recommend

Published 8 months ago

Review №188

Lovely restaurant and enough sound proofing that it wasn’t deafening inside, even though it was a busy night - much appreciated! Good service, though the way the tables are arranged, we had a server’s bottom hanging over our table every time they came to an adjacent table. The food was good, but not remarkable, and the size/price ratio was not for us. Even with a hefty price tag, we left so hungry we made tostadas at home afterwards. Nice date place for someone you want to impress, but not a practical, fun, yummy, filling outing. I’m glad we went once, but not for us.

Published 8 months ago

Review №189

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Review №190

Nice place, very busy and I recommend making a reservation. The location is a little hard to see from the street I drove past it. The food is amazing and all the flavors are well balanced. Great place for happy hour or date night. Service is top notch as well. They work with and distraction restrictions you have.

Published 8 months ago

Review №191

Published 8 months ago

Review №192

Definitely another overrated Uchi brand restaurant. The hosts at the front were less than helpful. Before stopping over for late night drinks, checked to see if they had availability…showed tables available for every imaginable time after 10pm. Showed up and they said they were fully booked. Went on Google and booked a table for 10:30…and waited 15 minutes to be seated. Even though there were 3 empty tables while we waited. I asked if we could sit at one of them to which they replied, they were for reservations. All 3 tables stayed empty the entire rest of the night. Bought a bottle of overpriced underflavored sake…awful experience.

Published 8 months ago

Review №193

We've been to Uchi several times but on this night we're unable to make reservations there. Out of a sense of adventure decided to try Uchiko. Not knowing what to expect we stepped into the restaurant with anticipation. If you have been to Uchi you will find a very similar environment and menu. Although we had some dishes that we wanted to go with just out of preference, a large part of our choices were made for by our server. We have always found their recommendations to be on point and to never disappoint.

Published 8 months ago

Review №194

The food was amazing. And our server was incredible. However, I was expecting a nice date night, and the space was so loud and crowded. I felt like I was in a sports bar instead of a high-end restaurant.

Published 8 months ago

Review №195

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Review №196

Toro Nuta re-wrote my pallete; soft shelled crab roll with the bits of apple in it was excellent and a great value; and the hamachi sashimi (yellowtail + pickled apple relish + serranos) were likewise top notch. Thank you, staff and team!

Published 8 months ago

Review №197

My fave dinner spot in Austin!

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Review №198

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Review №199

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Review №200

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Company information
  • 14 photos
  • 200 reviews
  • 4.7 rating
  • Phone: +1 512-916-4808
  • Website: https://uchiko.uchirestaurants.com/location/austin/
  • Address: 4200 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78756, United States
  • Coordinates: 30.3107759, -97.73998429999999
Categories
  • Japanese restaurant
  • Fine dining restaurant
  • Sushi restaurant
Working hours
  • Monday: 4–10 PM
  • Tuesday: 4–10 PM
  • Wednesday: 4–10 PM
  • Thursday: 4–10 PM
  • Friday: 4–11 PM
  • Saturday: 4–11 PM
  • Sunday: 4–10 PM
Service options
  • Delivery: Yes
  • Takeaway: Yes
  • Dine-in: Yes
Highlights
  • Great dessert: Yes
  • Great tea selection: Yes
Popular for
  • Dinner: Yes
  • Solo dining: Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park: Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating: Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet: Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol: Yes
  • Beer: Yes
  • Cocktails: Yes
  • Coffee: Yes
  • Happy-hour drinks: Yes
  • Happy-hour food: Yes
  • Healthy options: Yes
  • Organic dishes: Yes
  • Small plates: Yes
  • Spirits: Yes
  • Vegetarian options: Yes
  • Wine: Yes
Dining options
  • Dinner: Yes
  • Dessert: Yes
Amenities
  • Bar on site: Yes
  • Toilets: Yes
Atmosphere
  • Cosy: Yes
  • Romantic: Yes
  • Trendy: Yes
  • Upmarket: Yes
Crowd
  • Groups: Yes
  • Tourists: Yes
Planning
  • Dinner reservations recommended: Yes
  • Accepts reservations: Yes
  • Usually a wait: Yes
Payments
  • Credit cards: Yes
  • Debit cards: Yes
  • NFC mobile payments: Yes
  • Credit cards: Yes
Parking
  • Free of charge street parking: Yes
  • Free parking lot: Yes
  • Parking: Yes
  • Valet parking: Yes