Sushi Junai Omakase

One of the best sushi spots I’ve ever been to. The spicy tuna roll is always what I try as a standard roll at new places and this one did not disappoint. After telling the chef it was probably the best I’ve ever had, they brought me out a dish on the house. Their happy hour menu is super affordable, wine, a roll and an appetizer and I paid $23. Highly recommend.

Visited 3 months ago

After an enchanting evening watching the bats emerge from the Congress Bridge, we decided to indulge in a culinary adventure at Sushi Junai Omakase. The glowing reviews we had encountered online piqued our interest, and we were eager to walk down to see if the experience lived up to the hype.

Upon arrival, we were pleasantly surprised by the warm and inviting atmosphere of Sushi Junai. Despite not having a reservation, the staff promptly seated us, which set a positive tone for our dining experience. The restaurant’s decor was tasteful, blending modern aesthetics with traditional Japanese elements that made us feel comfortable and welcomed.

The menu offered a variety of selections that catered to different tastes, showcasing both classic sushi options and unique creations. We appreciated the thoughtful presentation of each dish, which added to the overall dining experience. To our delight, the food arrived much faster than we anticipated. This efficiency did not compromise quality; each piece of sushi was fresh and expertly prepared.

The customer service at Sushi Junai was exceptional. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, ensuring that our needs were met throughout the meal. They were knowledgeable about the menu and provided recommendations that enhanced our dining experience.

Overall, our visit to Sushi Junai Omakase exceeded expectations. From the swift service to the delicious food and attentive staff, everything contributed to a memorable evening. I would definitely return for another meal in the future

Visited 5 months ago

First time I'm leaving a review before finishing a meal. Eddy, the chef, is spot on. He's attentive, and can customize on the fly based on your tastes. Hands down the best salmon I've had. Tim is also great at making sure I'm happy and have a full cup of sake.

Visited 5 months ago

Chef Eddy made the omakase experience that much better. We’ve tried a few omakase experiences in Austin and really believe this is a hidden gem.

Very romantic atmosphere and intimate setting with the chefs bar side. They have great manners, very knowledgeable and courteous. They offered a couple more servings of our favorite bite.

Highly recommend the Fatty Tuna and Wagyu 🤤

Visited 3 months ago

This was really great sushi

I definitely recommend not doing the Omakasa. You can order the same dishes and being in control yourself and avoid the dishes. They’re not that appetizing on the chef tasting

The wagyu, the miso cod, and the screaming o are must haves

Visited 4 months ago

I took my boyfriend here for his birthday. The omakase here is so creative. It was so enjoyable and an adventure to go through. At the end you get to choose another piece of something you already had and we both got the A5. It’s crazy delicious and absolutely melts in your mouth.

We also come for happy hour because it’s the best happy hour in town. Great price on Asahi and the sushi is still amazing quality even for HH.

I think Sushi Junai is such a hidden gem. We’ll keep coming back!

Visited 8 months ago

Only good things to say about this place. All food is prepared infront of you if you sit at the bar. Everything was very freah, and very delicious! A must if you are in, or near Downtown Austin!

Visited 4 months ago

Highly recommend this place. Came here for my wife’s birthday. So glad we did. We had the full Omakase experience with 15 dishes. Each dish just got better and better as we progressed. Sean was awesome and great at educating us on what we were eating and very knowledgeable about each dish. Great atmosphere. Beautiful cherry blossom trees inside with a large wrap around bar where you can watch the chefs as your meals are prepared. Will be back!

Visited a year ago

Visited 2 months ago

Sean was fantastic!

Visited 3 months ago

The atmosphere and staff are great here. I tend only to come for happy hour and a small snack. Love it.

Visited 3 months ago

Chef Eddy made the omakase experience that much better. We’ve tried a few omakase experiences in Austin and really believe this is a hidden gem.

Very romantic atmosphere and intimate setting with the chefs bar side. They have great manners, very knowledgeable and courteous. They offered a couple more servings of our favorite bite.

Highly recommend the Fatty Tuna and Wagyu 🤤

Visited 3 months ago

Visited 3 months ago

By far best sushi spot to date here in Austin! Service, quality, and ambiance made for a memorable experience with co-workers celebrating a birthday. We huddled up at the sushi bar and had the pleasure of seeing our eye catching dishes crafted with precision and care. Thank you and I look forward to coming back soon!

Visited 3 months ago

Best kept secret sushi spot in Austin. Real Japanese atmosphere. Wonderful food and very reasonable prices...try this place and you'll come back again and again

Visited 3 months ago

One of the best sushi spots I’ve ever been to. The spicy tuna roll is always what I try as a standard roll at new places and this one did not disappoint. After telling the chef it was probably the best I’ve ever had, they brought me out a dish on the house. Their happy hour menu is super affordable, wine, a roll and an appetizer and I paid $23. Highly recommend.

Visited 3 months ago

The best!!! We love sushi Juani. It is always so good and the service is wonderful. So fresh and delicious 😍

Visited 3 months ago

Great happy hour and quick service. Staff is really nice as well.

Visited 4 months ago

Only good things to say about this place. All food is prepared infront of you if you sit at the bar. Everything was very freah, and very delicious! A must if you are in, or near Downtown Austin!

Visited 4 months ago

Best sushi place in USA so far! Open kitchen, nice atmosphere, fresh ingredients, amazing taste, definitely stop by for this delicious experience!

Visited 4 months ago

Had omakase. The first dish (egg) was VERY salty. It was very hard to hear what the chef was saying. All my other companions couldn’t hear what he was saying. 1/3 of course were good and rest of them were meh. Every time when the chef torched food, torch over flavored everything. The dessert, crème brûlée, was the worst one so far I had in my life (it sounds extreme but it’s true)

The staffs were very nice but I will try somewhere else for omakase in the future if I have to pay about the same price.

Visited 4 months ago

This was really great sushi

I definitely recommend not doing the Omakasa. You can order the same dishes and being in control yourself and avoid the dishes. They’re not that appetizing on the chef tasting

The wagyu, the miso cod, and the screaming o are must haves

Visited 4 months ago

Visited 4 months ago

After an enchanting evening watching the bats emerge from the Congress Bridge, we decided to indulge in a culinary adventure at Sushi Junai Omakase. The glowing reviews we had encountered online piqued our interest, and we were eager to walk down to see if the experience lived up to the hype.

Upon arrival, we were pleasantly surprised by the warm and inviting atmosphere of Sushi Junai. Despite not having a reservation, the staff promptly seated us, which set a positive tone for our dining experience. The restaurant’s decor was tasteful, blending modern aesthetics with traditional Japanese elements that made us feel comfortable and welcomed.

The menu offered a variety of selections that catered to different tastes, showcasing both classic sushi options and unique creations. We appreciated the thoughtful presentation of each dish, which added to the overall dining experience. To our delight, the food arrived much faster than we anticipated. This efficiency did not compromise quality; each piece of sushi was fresh and expertly prepared.

The customer service at Sushi Junai was exceptional. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, ensuring that our needs were met throughout the meal. They were knowledgeable about the menu and provided recommendations that enhanced our dining experience.

Overall, our visit to Sushi Junai Omakase exceeded expectations. From the swift service to the delicious food and attentive staff, everything contributed to a memorable evening. I would definitely return for another meal in the future

Visited 5 months ago

This place became part of me. During college if I had a bad day in school, or didn't perform well on a test, had a celebration, a date night, ect. Junai is my place to go. It is truly such a gem.

Visited 5 months ago

Shout out to Sean and the team for a great omakase experience!

Visited 5 months ago

The portions of sushi and quality are well worth the price.

Visited 5 months ago

First time I'm leaving a review before finishing a meal. Eddy, the chef, is spot on. He's attentive, and can customize on the fly based on your tastes. Hands down the best salmon I've had. Tim is also great at making sure I'm happy and have a full cup of sake.

Visited 5 months ago

Visited 5 months ago

Sean is very friendly and awesome chief! Definitely will come again!

Visited 5 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

If you’re looking for a Formula 1 speed service and affordable prices (by California merit), that’s the place. Great selection. Perfect happy hour menu. Thanks!

Visited 6 months ago

Amazing quality and attention to detail. Highly recommend.

Visited 6 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

Wonderful sushi food experience. I will plan to visit again next time I am at Austin.

Visited 6 months ago

My go to sushi place in Austin!

Visited 6 months ago

I don’t want to write this review because this place is a gold mine that I want to stay a secret! ;) but … here it goes - this place is beyond anything I have had (and we frequent nobu and uchi) It is an experience from waking in to each taste of delicious flavors! The staff is wonderful too! “Treat yo self” and try it out! The omakase 15 course sushi meal is an experience not to be missed!

Visited 6 months ago

Visited 6 months ago

One of the best sushi in Austin area , fish coming 3 times a week (very fresh ), is not pricey! I recommend seating at the sushi bar because chef’s can help you with choose

Visited 6 months ago

Sushi was incredible. Service was ok, felt uneasy about cleanliness.

Visited 6 months ago

Nothing makes me happier than stumbling upon an amazing sushi restaurant while traveling. This place was hands down an incredible experience—both in taste and presentation. If you’re a sushi lover, this spot is the place to visit.

Visited 6 months ago

Absolute A+ experience from beginning to end.

Visited 7 months ago

Went for happy hour and ordered basically everything. Everything was fresh and delicious. Eel was hands down the best. Will be back!

Visited 7 months ago

Visited 7 months ago

Sit at the bar! Delicious and fun!

Visited 7 months ago

We had the Pearl Special and the Salmonholic rolls. Both were delicious. We ordered another Pearl.

The wait staff was friendly and attentive.

We will definitely make this a regular stop when I'm back in Austin.

Visited 7 months ago

Great neighborhood sushi place. The sushi is always good, the staff are great and the prices are reasonable.

Visited 8 months ago

Awesome happy hour. Sit at the bar, get the sushi and veggie samplers. Great staff.

Visited 8 months ago

Sushi Junai Omakose was so AMAZING! Friendly sushi chefs, fun atmosphere! INCREDIBLE food! The most amazing sushi I have ever eaten. Love the omakose idea! Great date place! Definitely going again!!

Visited 8 months ago

Great sushi place. We walked in on a Friday evening and were given a booth right away. Food was fast and yummy! Service was quick and friendly. Really enjoyed it!

Visited 8 months ago

I took my boyfriend here for his birthday. The omakase here is so creative. It was so enjoyable and an adventure to go through. At the end you get to choose another piece of something you already had and we both got the A5. It’s crazy delicious and absolutely melts in your mouth.

We also come for happy hour because it’s the best happy hour in town. Great price on Asahi and the sushi is still amazing quality even for HH.

I think Sushi Junai is such a hidden gem. We’ll keep coming back!

Visited 8 months ago

Fresh food and the portions are big but there is no delicate flavor and balance in crudos neither in sushi. Like salmon crudo with cherry tomatoes and feta; mayo on top. Poor choice of wine.

Visited 8 months ago

The food was really great and staff were nice, but the ambiance & environment was really bad. We got the omakase, and they served items that are very different than every other omakase in Austin. That was great.

But just about everything about the environment made it feel like nobody cared. Specifically:
- the floors were sticky
- bathroom was dirty
- and worst of all, we sat at the counter and promptly at 9:25pm with at least 20 minutes to go in our meal, they started cleaning sushi prep area right in front of us, including mopping the floor, taking out trash, etc. We had to eat our final omakase servings while smelling purple Fabuloso cleaner, which is gross.

Visited 8 months ago

Beautiful interior. The omakase wasn’t justified by the price.

Visited 9 months ago

Worth-it tier: C. Visits: 1. Slightly under expectations. Omakase menu on website had 2 more of the important courses than the actual experience.

2 appetizer & 2 mains less than the online menu. Foie gras was replaced with uni.
Definitely a few great nigiris. Service & atmosphere was good.

Visited 9 months ago

My experience here was amazing. My server Sonny did a great job and he also gave great recommendations on what to eat. All in all, this is the best place to get sushi in Austin!

Visited 9 months ago

Sonny was the absolute best! We are from out of town and knew nothing about the menu, so we let him pick! Everything we had was top tier!

Visited 9 months ago

I recently dined at Junai Sushi Omakase in Austin, and the experience was nothing short of amazing. From the moment we walked in, we were welcomed with warm hospitality and an inviting atmosphere.

Our server, Sonny, truly made our evening exceptional. He expertly guided us through the menu, introducing us to a variety of specialties and even some secret sushi items that aren't on the menu. His knowledge and enthusiasm for the food were evident, and his recommendations were spot on.

The sushi was fresh, expertly crafted, and bursting with flavor. Each piece was a work of art, showcasing the chef's skill and dedication to quality. The service was impeccable and impressively fast, ensuring we never had to wait long between courses.

Junai Sushi Omakase is undoubtedly a 5-star dining experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy top-notch sushi and exceptional service. Sonny's guidance and the restaurant's overall excellence make it a must-visit spot in Austin.

Visited 9 months ago

Amazing food and service, Sunny is great, great suggestions, definitely recommend!

Visited 9 months ago

Visited 10 months ago

Great atmosphere and service. The sushi was good.

Visited 10 months ago

We went during happy hour and got some good deals. The sushi was delicious and loved they had no rice options

Visited 10 months ago

We came here for a business dinner, and even though it was a bit busy when we arrived, the staff was super friendly and patient. They kept thanking us for being patient too, which was nice.

We ordered the USA roll and some sake.

Honestly, this was the best sushi I’ve ever had—like, ever. And I’m not usually the type to rave about sushi, so that’s saying something!!!!!

Visited 10 months ago

There is a subtle discomfort for customers from the time they are seated to when they place their orders. There is only one server, and their hospitality skills are lacking. The food quality is reasonable for the price, and the atmosphere of the place is not bad. However, the way the staff treat customers is far from sufficient if they want to receive good reviews.

Visited 10 months ago

The food is great and there is a nice selection of rolls but I just really adore the kitten designs on the soy sauce dish and the cherry blossom decor. Their noodle dishes are nice as well.

Visited 10 months ago

Hands down the best sushi in Austin other than super high-end. The team is always super friendly, and food is consistently great. 👌

Visited 10 months ago

Amazing! I can't say enough good things about this place. Outstanding!

Visited 10 months ago

Nice sushi selection, the luxury trio of A5 wagyu, Uni and Otoro Tuna belly was pretty awesome. Tempura wasnt great, batter was way too thick to be called Tempura, was a bit stodgy. But thats just a small criticism as the sushi nigiri were all great.

Visited 10 months ago

Great spot for 2! Food is made on order, is quick, and delicious! They have a happy hour from 5-6:30 for slightly discounted sushi and more ^^ while they have a few booths, most seating is along the bar by the chefs, so I recommend for smaller parties :) overall, I loved it here! It is upstairs from the building entrance, so be aware of that

Visited 10 months ago

Wonderful atmosphere it felt like I was in a back alley sushi place in Tokyo while also remaining elegant and classy. Food was remarkably priced and well worth the money. Our server was a really cool guy too. Absolutely try this out.

Visited a year ago

Wonderful service, fantastic atmosphere, high quality food, great location.

I was impressed! Thanks for giving me a memorable night!!!

Visited a year ago

Terrible location, terrible parking, and not wheelchair accessible at all. Basic sushi you can find anywhere around Austin... not sure why Omakase is in the restaurant name.

The table arrangements are absolutely not wheelchair accessible.

The place shares an entry with The Elephant Room Jazz club line of people that blocks the doorway and makes it impossible to get handicapped people in. Then there are stairs up to the restaurant with no ramp or elevator for wheelchair access.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

This is hands down my favorite sushi spot in downtown Austin! I can't say enough good things about it, from the quality of the food, the service and the ambiance. It's a great date night place, so much that my husband and I became regulars.
Sitting at the bar and watching the chefs work is also great.
I'll day dream about the seared yellowtail belly sushi that melted in my mouth, until next time.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Junai has been one of my and my wife's staples for a while now. We're always super pleased when we come in, between the great atmosphere, lovely staff, and excellent food.

The sushi chefs are very personable, definitely recommend sitting at the bar. Great, fresh sushi and hot plates for the folks that don't go for fish.

We will always recommend this place for visitors and locals alike.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Excellent sushi, prices, and service in a small, unexpected, quiet place. Gotta try the Candy Cane roll! They have happy hour Monday through Saturday until 6:30; $5 Riesling, $6 cab, several really decent $5 rolls… it’s a small place, smells like fabuloso, and music needs improvement, but has excellent sushi. Will be back when visiting downtown Austin!

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Sushi here is fantastic! Very large portions of fresh tasty fish, and the happy hour prices are excellent. Service is great also, and although the restaurant is very small, it’s a nice atmosphere.

Visited a year ago

Perfect sushi experience.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Fantastic sashimi and rolls here, very fresh

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

The best sushi in Austin! We went here 3 times this week alone. Uchi is good but Junai is another level - super fresh, big portions and great value!

The staff, including Max and Sunny were always super friendly!

Visited a year ago

The service was amazing and the sushi was so fresh and delicious!!!! Everything was perfect and it’s so amazing that people wait outside for the doors to open…

Can’t wait to go back

Visited a year ago

This is by far the BEST sushi place! My husband and I come here every week. They have the best happy hour and the best service. The fish is always so so fresh — I highly recommend this place.

Visited a year ago

Best sushi in town and the staff was so amazing!! They have a great happy hour too!

Visited a year ago

This place is a unique gem downtown Austin. Came in for late lunch and back for dinner next day. Tried the yellowtail belly, the salmon belly and the monkfish liver.

Visited a year ago

Such a wonderful experience! My boyfriend and I came here for the omakase. Ambiance and service were top tier. The waiters were super attentive and explained each course in depth. The sushi chef was nice and friendly. He also explained each sushi course, letting us know where the fish came from and such. The nigiri was melt in your mouth. And other courses were also pretty tasty. I definitely recommend their omakase!

Visited a year ago

This is a great spot for Sushi in Austin. Sean is a tremendous sushi chef, and is very personable. He did a great job of explaining each and every dish. The entire night was 5-star, start to finish.

Visited a year ago

Every piece is a burst of flavor, and Chef Max's creativity shines through in every dish. The ambiance is perfect for a cozy dinner, and the service is excellent. Highly recommend!

Visited a year ago

Nice staff. Food is great. Thanks.

Visited a year ago

Sonny was very attentive and courteous and gave the best recommendation: Sashimi Dinner with Negi Toro Roll. The chef chose 10 pieces of sashimi and it was INCREDIBLE! Every bite was great and it was so filling. I got to watch him cut and prepare everything--dinner and a show! Highly recommend!

Visited a year ago

Omakase experience was simply unforgettable! From the warm ambiance to the exquisite dishes, every detail was exceptional. With fresh sushi and attentive service, Sushi Junai truly stands out as a culinary gem!

Visited a year ago

This restaurant would be booked every night if they changed the lighting to make it lower, warmer, more eye level.

It’s better than uchi

Visited a year ago

Absolutely love it here. Friendly staff, sushi is super fresh and delicious, and their happy hour is one of the best in town.

Visited a year ago

Came here to celebrate our anniversary and highly recommend it. From the service to the food and overall vibe, it was a fantastic experience! We did the omakase dinner at the bar and every single course was delicious. Will definitely be coming back.

Visited a year ago

Sean and Max were out of this world in terms of service, kindness and attention to detail. If you go Omakase, get it with them.

Visited a year ago

Max and Sean were amazing. Definitely recommend

Visited a year ago

Chef Alex Kim is your guy

Visited a year ago

Highly recommend this place. Came here for my wife’s birthday. So glad we did. We had the full Omakase experience with 15 dishes. Each dish just got better and better as we progressed. Sean was awesome and great at educating us on what we were eating and very knowledgeable about each dish. Great atmosphere. Beautiful cherry blossom trees inside with a large wrap around bar where you can watch the chefs as your meals are prepared. Will be back!

Visited a year ago

Favorite sushi spot in ATX! Staff is amazing, and they have the BEST happy hour!

Visited a year ago

Went for lunch on a quiet Tuesday afternoon. The food was excellent as was the service. If you want a good atmosphere and service with food that will make you want to come back, this is your place.

Visited a year ago

Awesome place! I’m telling all my TikTok followers about this place, get here now before the world finds out and gets book everyday. Keeps this a secret gem before word gets out

Visited a year ago

Delicious nigiri and sushi rolls! Everything I’ve tried here has been phenomenal. The staff is amazing, kind, attentive, and knowledgeable. Trust their recommendations! The yellowtail belly nigiri is the best!

Visited a year ago

I dined here during lunch while working on an architecture & design photo shoot for the space. Wonderful people, food and experience.

Visited a year ago

The best place on earth food is amazing employees are super sweet and nice

Visited a year ago

Food was great - the atmosphere made me uncomfortable…I showed up ~2pm (a slow point in the day, I believe I was the only customer) and there were 5 dudes all gathered in the kitchen loudly discussing whether it was sexist to call a woman “hot” and hotly arguing about religion/preaching…claimed to newly arriving coworker that “they were about to have lunch but-“ and gestured at me…overall, didn’t leave feeling good but enjoyed the food

Visited a year ago

Amazing sushi dinner! Our chef, Sean, was great. He told us all about the different pieces of sushi that he had prepared and he was wonderful to talk to - very friendly! The atmosphere was perfect and the sushi was so delicious! 🍣

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Great omakase!!! I would suggest this over Sushi Bar. Each bite is unique, has a wide variety and tasty.
Fun interactions with the chefs as well.

Visited a year ago

Little hole in the wall right down the capital and above a jazz bar, but I seriously recommend this place ! The servers are super nice , the chefs take the time to get to know you and just make the experience one of a kind . Here's a cute dish with small edible crabs that look like they're dancing !

Visited a year ago

Overall great experience! My first time coming here and we ordered the Junai Boat, so delicious!! 10/10 recommend

Visited a year ago

Top sushi restaurant in Austin! Good service, fresh fish, and good atmosphere. I’ve been to top dollar sushi restaurants in Austin and this is my go to place for fresh sushi and good prices. Me and friends eat here once every two weeks!

Visited a year ago

Had a buddy put me on, this is the best sushi in Austin. Will definitely be coming back on the regular

Visited a year ago

For a downtown Congress, Ave location, prices were unexpectedly affordable and the quality and quantity of the sashimi plate was incredible. Not my first time here and won't be my last. Also, the coursed meal looked great for a couples date night.

Visited a year ago

Great food and service from fantastic chef.
Thank you.

Visited a year ago

Visited a year ago

Omakase was just wonderful and the chef was amazing

Visited a year ago

Just love the sushi here it’s the best lol

Visited a year ago

We loved it. Great location right in the center of Austin and the food was yummy.
Go for Happy hour at 5.30!!!

Visited a year ago

Best sushi restaurant in town!! Much appreciation to our server Sonny, Tim. Service and atmosphere were great, the fishes were unbelievably fresh, 1000% recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for fresh and traditional sushi.

Visited a year ago

Best sushi in Austin

Visited a year ago

Sonny had amazing service and excellent recommendations! The staff was very accommodating and the food was amazing! Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for good sushi!

Visited a year ago

This is my favorite sushi spot in Austin for quality to price; it's easily better than some other more expensive spots in the same area.

The sushi quality is very good—it's always very fresh, the texture is great, and the flavor is consistently very good to excellent. I'm a big fan of uni, which is difficult find in good quality, and I'm always impressed with it here. The rice is pretty much perfect: cooked well, seasoned well, and at the perfect temperature for nigiri. The soy sauce and faux wasabi are good quality, and you can ask for their wonderful fresh, real wasabi.

I've always ordered a la carte, so I don't know what the omakase meal is like, but I'm sure it's great. The interior decoration is nice, and the staff are friendly and usually quick.

Visited a year ago

This place was fantastic and the service was awesome. ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

Aaron and Joline

Visited a year ago

Sushi Junai Omakase in Austin isn't just a sushi spot; it's a flavor-filled adventure for your taste buds! As newcomers, we were greeted like VIPs from the get-go – the staff made us feel right at home, explaining the menu with a friendly enthusiasm that instantly won us over.

Now, let's talk about the sushi. Fresh doesn't even begin to cover it – it's like they have a direct line to the ocean's flavor hotline. Each piece is a tiny masterpiece, exploding with taste like a culinary firework show in your mouth. I swear, it's sushi wizardry happening back there in the kitchen.

And the setting? Cozy doesn't do it justice. It's like dining in a tastefully decorated friend's living room, if that friend happened to be a sushi aficionado with impeccable taste in decor. The ambiance adds an extra layer of magic to the whole experience.

Sushi Junai Omakase isn't just a meal; it's a delightful journey through taste and texture, guided by a team that genuinely loves what they do. If you're in Austin and you haven't treated your taste buds to this gem, you're seriously missing out on a sushi experience with personality, charm, and a whole lot of yum! 🍣✨

Visited a year ago

During lunch you can get pretty good sushi for decent prices. But service is quite slow. Also they were unable to accommodate my group of 8, which is surprising for a sushi restaurant, I would have thought sushi a common option for special occasions. But we had to sit at two separate tables.

Visited a year ago

All the rolls were super good- especially the salmonholic, the I love tuna, and the Star bucks. Great service, despite being really busy at lunch.

Visited a year ago

My favorite sushi place, cant wait to go back

Visited a year ago

Outstanding place to spend time in a small or large group. The quality of the food is spectacular and the chefs commitment to their craft is remarkable. I make time to visit every time I am in Austin and looking for sushi!

Visited a year ago

The sushi was the best I’ve eaten. The sushi sample with 5 pieces of sushi was only 18 dollars, which is pretty cheap compared to others. Great taste and staff.

Visited a year ago

Amazing. We were a little worried about sushi in Texas but this was incredible highly recommend

Visited a year ago

Great experience and food

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Visited a year ago

Great sushi considering it's in the heart of the city.

Visited a year ago

I have been here a few times now, nice calm atmosphere, very good sushi.

We sat at the bar and the chefs prepare the food right in front of you which is a nice touch. Sometimes its a bit hard to get a reservation, but overall great experiences

Visited a year ago

Excellent sushi, presentation and service.

Visited a year ago

La comida está muy buena en este restaurante la cómida es muy rápida todo está delicioso

Visited a year ago

Me gusta la comida 🫘😋 de sushi 🍣🍣 los chefs son muy amable 😊

Visited a year ago

Este es el mejor restaurante en el centro de Austin TX la comida está súper deliciosa

Visited a year ago

The best omakase in texas, amazing experience, very good chefs

Visited a year ago

One of the best omakase’s I’ve ever had. The three beginning appetizers were creative with the different flavor an texture combinations that was the perfect opening act to some of the freshest nigiri I’ve ever tasted. Rebecca was my server and made this experience even more memorable. She knew in detail each of the flavors of the dishes and asked what was my favorite component. I now have a new favorite uni because of her! Five stars is not a high enough rating for how wonderful this experience was.

Visited a year ago

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We ordered Champagne bottle, it was over, because busy days due to formula 1. We ordered another bottle, sparkling, and it was over as well. $400 for 2, and you don't have wines that are on the menu? Our omakase menu was with 9 dishes per person, 2 desserts. We ordered additional sushi plates. They serve the dishes too fast... and omakase menu is to enjoy with each bite. We wanted a la carte menu, but they said our reserve was for omakase, in the bar. However, many people in the bar were taking dinner a la carte.

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Some hits and misses. It would be good to have a menu with dish descriptions. The waiter explains the dish quickly, with more than 6,7, or more ingredients, and it's impossible to remember.
𝗦𝗵𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗼
May be it was the most surprise me. However, 1 shrimp for 2, tail for her and head for me. Why? With $400 is not possible, serve 1 shrimp per each? The head was very good, but also I wanted to taste the tail.
𝗡𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗿𝗶 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗿𝗼𝗲𝘀
Awful
𝗗𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘁
Last one, like a crème brûlée with whipped cream from the jam, awful. The other, a ridiculously small piece of sponge cake, very taste, but it was 1oz or less.
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The waiter it seems to get mad when I told him that the F1 was scheduled a lot of time ago. So I didn't understand the excuse to don't have champagne available. Sorry, the $400 bottle it was available....

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: it's an omakase menu with 7-9 dishes that try to surprise you. Sometimes, surprise you well, sometimes bad. I don't come back.

Visited a year ago

Ive been to numerous michelin rated sushi spots and let me tell you the quality of sushi here does not disappoint. All I can say is wow. Rebecca and her team were awesome! Skip the pretentious restaurants and come here, it doesn’t get any better

Visited a year ago

Food is super fresh, authentic and delicious.
Service was fantastic. We sat at the bar and our server Sunny was awesome! The gentleman working the sushi bar was so personable and kind also. They made us feel at home.
If I lived locally, I would be a regular here.

Visited a year ago

Great experience, great environment, great staff. We are here visiting but would definitely come back on our next trip.
Everyone was so nice and accommodating.

Visited a year ago

My favorite place to go downtown for sushi. Simply amazing sushi, super fresh. You must get some of sushi chef Max’s dishes. He made these amazing plates!

Visited a year ago

The quality was great! from food to service. Fresh sweet uni and O-toro!

Visited a year ago

Great rolls, sat at the bar on a weekday night. Would eat again.

Visited a year ago

This place is great! Fresh and delicious fish! Max welcomes us very well and I really recommend this restaurant.

Visited a year ago

Pleasantly surprised! Great quality sashimi! The spicy garlic edamame was on fire! Good service and vibes. Would eat here again if staying nearby.

Visited a year ago

Very good sushi. Fresh and well prepared. I wish they had more liquor selection. Overall worth going.

Visited a year ago

Sushi Junai Omakase is a spot you'll want to revisit. We visited for happy hour (5-630pm), and received top-notch service with our absolutely delicious sushi meal. The staff knows their stuff, and the modern yet cozy setting is perfect for any occasion. The happy hour deals can't be beat. If you're into sushi and a great time, this is the downtown spot. I'd highly recommend and would love to come back.

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Visited 2 years ago

Some of the best sushi I've ever had - definitely worth a visit

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We were impressed and satisfied by the fresh and creamy fish served on the Omakase menu. It was a delicious experience. Will go back to explore and savor the rest of their menu.

Visited 2 years ago

The worst Omakase menu I’ve ever had ☹️ It was done in 45 minutes and costed $400 - complete waste of money and the only thing that was good was the one serving of Nigiris.

Normally when we get Omakase menus it takes a long time, and it’s a lot of well tasting servings, and here it was bland dishes and than when we thought we were half way through the 18 “dishes” the waiter told us it was the last dish. It was a total shock that it was over, as it was explained as 18 individual dishes, but apparently the single serving with 8 nigiries counted for 8 out of the 18 dishes 😒

The waiter was not good, and she didn’t clean the table at each serving. She also poured the bottles of water and beer without bringing the bottles to the table, which was super annoying, and not what a decent waiter normally do - unless it’s a fountain drink, which it was not.

All in all it was the worst Omakase dinner we’ve ever had!!! And for the price of $400 a total rip-off ☹️

I would not recommend anyone to go here for the Omakase. IF you go here, order the Nigiries, and for sure NOT the Omakase menu. Seriously 45 min Omakase for $400 - ridiculous!

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Visited 2 years ago

By far my favorite sushi restaurant in Austin. Not pretentious just high quality fish that is well cut. We have tried all the sushi places in town…Otoko, Uchi, Uchiko, Sushibar ATX etc but this is our favorite. Staff is professional and welcoming. Just a great spot!

Visited 2 years ago

MASTER Korean sushi chef. Impeccable skills. Delicious and exciting omakase.

Visited 2 years ago

Always a good time and great food + quality
And their happy hour is fire 🔥

Visited 2 years ago

OMA Gosh. Best sushi I’ve had in years. Wish you guys would open a place in the Netherlands!

Visited 2 years ago

Great locals hangout for happy hour !

Visited 2 years ago

Fantastic experience. The prices are so competitive and the value per size cannot be beat in Austin. $12 for toro and it comes out as big as your finger?
Fuhgedaboudit.
Impeccably fresh. I love this place.

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Shushi!! Fresco, Sabroso y con un ambiente lindisimo!!!

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Visited 2 years ago

Literally my favorite sushi place in Austin! Also, great happy hour :)

Visited 2 years ago

Honestly one of the best happy hour specials in the city! They have great roll options starting at $6, and have plenty of creative options such as "Pearl Special" and "who's your daddy" and "who's your ex-wife"

Definitely save room for apps, the Gyoza and Escolar Capaccio are great starters, followed by their Fried Eggplant

Visited 2 years ago

Great food and an incredibly kind staff!

Visited 2 years ago

My favorite lunch spot downtown for sushi! Sit at the bar so you can watch the awesome chefs create your sushi. Delicious!

Visited 2 years ago

The sushi is fresh and delicious.

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Worst place in Austin

Visited 2 years ago

Got food poisoning here. Feel like it’s important to warn other people. The food tasted kinda not the freshest in the very beginning. We didn’t finish our meals , because it was just not tasty.
As a result - food poisoning!

Visited 2 years ago

The worst experience I’ve ever had in all my life. Please don’t eat here! Not even for money, but more for how bad the food and service is.

Visited 2 years ago

AVOID THIS HORRIBLE PLACE with AGGRESSIVE STUFF!
Firstly- Food is absolutely horrible, fish is chewy, saulty and impossible to eat.
But other than that and the most important is the stuff. I will start from the beginning. We tried a piece of sushi, 1 piece! and it was disgusting, we asked to return it and the server Sunny said that it’s not possible . He took the plate with sushi of the table BUT left the roll in the check. When we gave the credit card to pay, he returned our card without receipt and refused to give us one. When we insisted to get a receipt- which is required by law, he brought it and yelled in my face: “The door is there!!” It was very aggressive and I honestly never in my life have not experienced this kind of behavior and especially not at the restaurant.
I’m speechless but I really think you should avoid this place. Save your money for businesses that deserve it.

Visited 2 years ago

While initially disappointed at the lack of Albacore I was super impressed with everything else! The Chu Toro was amazing as was the house dressing and secret house Ponzi sauce. Highly recommended!

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Great date spot

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The food was delicious and the service was good too

Visited 2 years ago

Best sushi place in Austin by far! The service there is incredible and the food comes out almost instantly after you order. We love the quality of the fish the serve, clean upscale setting, and the happy hour ($5 sushi rolls and appetizers) they have from 5-6:30. Definitely worth going to if you are looking for your new favorite sushi restaurant in Austin!

Visited 2 years ago

Food: We ordered three starters and three mains. The highlight for me was the Black Cod Misoyuan-Yaki plate - when the menu said it's baked to perfection it really is! The seasoning on it is excellent. The other highlight was the Agedashi tofu, which was perfectly fried with a light crisp exterior and a soft interior that just melted in our mouthes. The food was all expertly seasoned and tasted fresh. A lot of downtown Japanese food features ghastly over-seasoning and dousing in super-sweet / salty sauce - Junai was the opposite and just perfect! We loved all the dishes except the Gyoza, which we would've skipped next time since it was dry.

Starters:
Gyoza (5pc) (Pan fried Japanese style dumplings) 7
Agedashi Tofu (Silken firm tofu, is lightly dusted with potato starch and deep fried until golden brown) 8
Chicken Karaage (Japanese cooking technique in which chicken are deep fried in oil) 9

Mains:
SASHIMI DINNER - Sashimi (10pc) + Classic Roll + Seaweed salad 32
Black Cod Misoyuan-Yaki Plate
(Marinated in Saikyo Miso and baked to perfection, Black Cod with Miso & Soy and asparagus, mushroom, onion, carrot) 25
Seafood Yaki Udon (Assorted seafood and vegetable, stir fried udon noodle) 12

Service was excellent. We were graciously seated by the hostess and had our orders taken. The kitchen was flexible and offered to accommodate some our party, who wanted cooked fish instead of raw sashimi.

Ambience felt like a Japanese oasis in the middle of downtown Austin. Junai is tucked above a bar but the entryway opens to a faux Sakura tree, which breaks down the booth segment of the restaurant from the omakase bar segment.

Value: Our total (food, tax, and tip) came out to just under $120, which was mid-range to pricy ($40/person for starter and non-pricy main) but we felt it was worth it given we were exceedingly stuffed with delicious food paired with great service.

Overall, I loved Junai and can't wait to return and taste their perfectly cooked Black Cod Misoyuan-Yaki plate again.

Visited 2 years ago

Visited 2 years ago

Harmonious atmosphere,good food good vibes...

Visited 2 years ago

Wonderful food. Great quality and service was excellent (thank you Rebecca). Will definitely be back!

Visited 2 years ago

Solid sushi that’s pretty good quality! We didn’t do the omakase but came here for a quick dinner and got two dinner sets, the sushi set and the black cod set. The food was delicious and it was also a great deal for how much sushi we got!

Visited 2 years ago

Incredible place. Quality of the food is A++, service is great, ambience is very nice. I’ll be back!

Visited 2 years ago

My go to Sushi place in Austin. The quality of the fish and chef Alex’s masterful mind combine to create a delightful experience

Visited 2 years ago

Great ambiance, food, and kind staff! They have a good wonderful happy hour with $5 rolls!!

Visited 2 years ago

The food was phenomenal. Best Sashimi I've ever had👏. Staff was bored because it wasn't busy but I don't know why it wasn't.
Some hard to find fish and prices were mederately priced. Asari Miso soup with clams was amazing. I could've ate more eel but it wasn't because $40 of grade A Sashimi and soup. They also served me a bonus ahi tuna that had to be the butchers cut.

Visited 2 years ago

I ordered a dinner combo. It was ok! Nothing that special. Im giving 3 stars because of the service. It was terrible. The girl who took my orders was very rude.

Visited 2 years ago

Amazing hidden sushi place, great happy hour, with a nice selection.

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Every thing we ordered was really good, first time here, fish was really tasty and the Chicken Karaage was addictive, I also liked miso soup and the seaweed salad was delectable as well. I got the sushi dinner with 7 pcs my brother got the sashimi dinner. The chefs work relentlessly to work on art looking dishes/rolls would definitely come back. It’s upscale so keep that in mind.

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Visited 2 years ago

Such a great place! As soon as you walk in, the waitstaff is friendly and welcoming. Let me tell you about the sushi, it’s fresh and prolly the best I’ve had in Austin so far! The variety is great even for the most experience sushi eater.

Alex makes you feel at home and is very entertaining! Shoutout to the entire support staff as well!

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Visited 2 years ago

Wonderful sushi restaurant with great service. I have gone multiple times and the food is always served quickly, plus it’s always fun to watch them make it if you sit at the bar. Will be back!

Visited 2 years ago

Surprisingly good. Came here for lunch and it was really good, coming back soon to try more menu items.

Visited 2 years ago

The best sushi in Austin. If you want truly top tier fish, variety of the hard to find and you're not just looking for trendy or flashy, this is where you want to go. I make it a point to eat here every time I am in town.

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