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1. Sushi Endo
5.0
Exceptional(137)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creative japanese • Old West Austin
Booked 8 times today
Sushi Endo, nestled in Old West Austin, offers an authentic and unparalleled Japanese dining experience. Chef Endo Yasuhiro's 20-course omakase showcases a devotion to traditional techniques and the finest ingredients, making each dish a masterpiece. Patrons rave about the "intimate experience" and the chef's "charismatic" presence, which makes dining feel "like a private party." The menu, changing daily, ensures you savor the freshest, seasonal offerings. Sushi Endo's ambiance is enhanced by a selection of rare Japanese whiskies and sakes, inviting guests to immerse themselves in rich flavors and cultural heritage. "Absolutely amazing" and "the best omakase in Austin" are just some of the glowing accolades from delighted diners.
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2. Kemuri Tatsu-ya
4.7
Exceptional(161)
Price: Expensive
• Creative japanese • Austin
Booked 53 times today
Kemuri Tatsu-ya in Austin is a celebrated gem that seamlessly blends Japanese izakaya traditions with Texas barbecue, offering a unique Asian dining experience that has garnered recognition from the esteemed James Beard Foundation. Guests are welcomed with an enthusiastic "irasshaimase!" setting the stage for an unforgettable culinary journey. The menu features inventive dishes like Brisket Tsukemen and Guaca-Poke, praised as "absolutely delicious" and "incredible." The vibrant tiki-style cocktails, including super-chilled Toki highballs, complement the bold flavors perfectly. With accolades from Food & Wine and Bon Appétit, Kemuri Tatsu-ya promises a fun, flavorful adventure for all Asian cuisine enthusiasts.
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3. dipdipdip Tatsu-ya
4.6
Exceptional(45)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creative japanese • Allandale
Booked 7 times today
Welcome to DipDipDip Tatsu-Ya, a celebration of shabu-shabu and other Japanese nabemono hot pot traditions curated by Chef Tatsu Aikawa and the Tatsu-Ya Family. Enjoy the interactive ritual of shabu-shabu—cooking thinly sliced meats and fresh vegetables in simmering broth at your table, paired with delightful dipping sauces. OR explore our variety of nabemono hot pots, each filled with wholesome ingredients and served with flavorful dips, rice, or noodles.
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  • BriannaVIP
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing dishes and attentive staff. Highly recommend!!
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    Kemuri Tatsu-yaPrice: Expensive• Barbecue• Austin
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    4.7
  • Rebecca
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 20, 2025
    We had a great experience. Food was excellent and Chef Endo is a delight.
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    Sushi EndoPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Old West Austin
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    5
  • Timothy
    Los Angeles •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Jun 16, 2025
    This was a true culinary experience. I was surprised to find such good food and such a weird location. We were seated right away and the hospitality was fantastic. The ambience was absolutely beautiful. The only downside was it was like a freezer in that place. We could hardly enjoy the food because it was so cold. If it weren’t freezing I believe we would’ve enjoyed the food better than we did. With regard to the food great flavors different flavors. Some of the dishes could’ve used a little more salt because we just want more of the flavors. I would definitely go back for sure. I recommend the Omakase.
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    dipdipdip Tatsu-yaPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Allandale
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    4.6

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