Top Best Japanese Restaurants in Lake Austin

"5 out of 5 stars Restaurants Japanese Bouldin. Tyson Cole swears he didn’t set out to transform the Austin dining scene when he opened Uchi in a 1920s bungalow 12 years ago; he simply wanted the “creative freedom to get other people as addicted to Japanese food as I was.” But he did both, becoming the first American itamae to receive a James Beard Award for Best Chef and opening a larger but no less warmly chic spinoff, Uchiko, along the way. Despite the expansion, there’s no room here for pretension: for all his technical mastery and cutting-edge proclivities, Cole’s menus change often and range widely enough to appeal to novices as well as connoisseurs, who can compare, say, three different kinds of sea urchin while their warier companions sample tempura-fried Brie alongside “clean, crisp, light” sakes and white wines."

"Tyson Cole, the chef at Uchi, is highly regarded as one of the best and it absolutely shows in his dishes. Not one of the cheapest option on this list, by far, but absolutely a unique food experience with incredible sushi options perfect for those that love to try new foods. A date night favorite, Uchi absolutely fills up fast and make sure you make a reservation ASAP if you’re interested!"

"Their master chef trained in Tokyo and now puts his own twists on what he knows. The food is non-traditional, mixing sushi with ingredients from all over the world."

"Owners of the popular but defunct Sushi A-Go-Go turned the trailer into Kome, which serves up unique rolls, like the ode to the state Texas Surf and Turf with shrimp tempura and hanger steak, traditional maki, and hand-pressed sushi. The traditional offerings are stellar as is the lunch-time chirashi bowl. There’s a downtown outpost within Fareground at Congress Avenue with Ni-Kome."

"A casual sushi restaurant with lively decor, Komé Sushi Kitchen is known for creative rolls such as Love for Sale, with salmon, mango, avocado, and spinach. The Crunchy Dynamite is packed with spicy tuna, avocado, sesame seeds, and crunchy tempura. The Fat Samurai is about three times the size of a typical roll, with salmon, yellowtail, tuna, shrimp, avocado, and cucumber."

"5 out of 5 stars Restaurants Japanese Holly. This third outpost from the team behind Ramen Tatsu-ya takes on yakitori. Located in the former Live Oak Barbecue spot, the smoke stained walls and rustic setting lend a Texas feel to the Japanese hotspot."

"This fun Texan Japanese smokehouse izakaya in East Austin specializes in small bites and cocktails for sharing. I love their cute cat cocktails!. What to order: Edamame, blistered shishito, Tokyo street corn, spicy pork ribs, kurobuta pork belly, beef tongue, chicken karaage, crispy onigiri, and miso banana pudding."

"Great DJs can take two disparate musical tracks from different genres and find a way to combine them into one seamless groove. Great chefs can do the same thing with cuisine. So it makes perfect sense that DJs and chefs Tatsu Aikawa (Tokyo born,..."

"Fall under head sushi chef Yoshi Okai’s magical sushi spell as he cuts and prepares fish, rice, and vegetables, served right on the spot to be eaten immediately. Hands are encouraged for the intimate omakase meal, and, yes, reservations are required."

"The manic Kyoto-born punk rocker is obsessed with ingredients, transforming fish flown directly from Tokyo and obscure don’t-call-them-weeds from HausBar Farms into an intimate 12-seat kaiseki experience that tastes like nothing else in town."

"5 out of 5 stars Restaurants Japanese South River City. You know how you can get into some places without a reservation?. That's not the case here."

"This newly minted brick-and-mortar is a shining light of umami in a storm of frat-star hangouts and chains. Rice bowls topped with all types of proteins and endless add-ons like veggie croquettes make the trip to the Drag worth more than its weight in panko."

"2716, 1/2 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 University of Texas, West Campus. www.facebook.com/DonJapanese/. Back then, Don Japanese Kitchen was originally a simple food truck with Japanese fast snacks for students."

"Midori Sushi is a small, unassuming restaurant located off North 183. It's dedicated staff has been serving simple, delicious sushi and sashimi since 1999; making it one of the more quietly established Japanese-fare restaurants in Austin. If you're looking for fresh ingredients in a quiet, friendly atmosphere, check out Midori Sushi."

"Do you want to enjoy an entertaining dinner show with your family, friends or co-workers?. Don’t hesitate to come by and experience Midori Sushi Austin Restaurant. It has been known for its Japanese seafood since 1999."

"Out in the Hill Country Galleria, Tadashi offers up consistent fresh cuts of fish, including ones that are more difficult to find."

"4 out of 5 stars Restaurants Japanese"

"Seek out Ichiban’s traditional sushi bar with ambiance, from the koi pond, to the Japanese-style low booths, where shoes must be taken off. Most rolls can be turned into handrolls."

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"The top outdoor mall in Austin, the Arboretum blends upscale retail stores with a down-to-earth Austin experience. Everything here is of the highest quality, including organic foods, fair-trade retailers, and elegant boutiques. The Arboretum provides an escape from hectic city life with a relaxing outdoor atmosphere that hosts shoppers, exercise classes, movie nights, and more."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by The Arboretum (@arboretumtx)"

"Representing one of the city's largest cultural influences and populations, the Mexic-Arte Museum showcases traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latin American art and culture. Founded in 1983, the museum features rotating exhibits, many of which are thought-provoking statements about current issues, like immigration, border control, and acceptance of Mexican culture in Texas. There are numerous installations and topic-focused galleries that include the artwork or sculptures of one or more artists, and several that are collections of photography, painting, and multimedia work that represent populations within the culture."

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"Since its founding in 1984, the Mexic-Arte Museum has been designated the Official Mexican and Mexican American Fine Art Museum of Texas by the 78th Legislature of the State of Texas. The Museum is free on Sundays."

"Who needs a boring history museum when you could experience a living history museum?. At Pioneer Farms, the volunteers wear high-buttoned dresses and top hats as they take you through guided tours of farms and villages from the 1800s. You can pet animals, listen to stories and ride in horse-drawn buggies as you learn all about Texas history."

"Pioneer Farms is a living history museum offering workshops and programs for both students and adults. Step back in time and experience Texas history while you explore six themed historic areas. Some of the workshops available are blacksmithing, woodworking, knitting/quilting, candlemaking, soapmaking, and cheese making."

"The Austin Toy Museum is a non-profit museum suitable for the whole family – Mums and Dads will enjoy a nostalgic walk down memory lane as they show their children the very different toys that they used to play with. In addition to old favorites like Smurf and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle figurines, there are several vintage video arcade games you can introduce your children to including Pac Man, Donkey Kong and many more – free to play with your admission ticket. Girls will be able to see what the original Barbie and Ken looked like (and how they were dressed back in the 60’s)."

"Why You’ve Got to Go: If you grew up loving action figures or if your kids are into them, this is the perfect place to bring them. You can take a walk down memory lane and explore vintage toys, old video games and more. What to Do: Simply let yourself go and have a great time playing vintage video games and admiring action figures along with your little ones."

"A fine place to ogle vintage toys, action figures, retro toys, classic toys, or console video games of childhoods past or present. Though seemingly targeting fanboys/girls, the museum is in fact focused on childhood education and also has a lot of hands-on activities, like vintage video games. View this post on Instagram"

"Austin’s newest AYCE super Chinese buffet serving fresh Chinese favorites, seafood, handmade sushi, and more!. The owners at East Buffet have been in the restaurant business for more than 20 years and are especially keen on creating an exceptional dining experience. With only the highest expectations for themselves, the team has created an incredible variety of dishes combined with friendly services."

"After having a bad food experience at a normal restaurant I am so glad to have my first good Chinese food experience in Austin."

"We ordered a sampler platter, and it was more than enough food for us to leave completely full. Each item we tried ..."