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Uchi Austin

4.9
4.9
5183 reviews
$50 and over
Sushi
Not seeing the time you're looking for? Additional reservations available on our website at uchiaustin.com. Kanpai! Translated from the Japanese word “home,” the original Uchi is located in a refurbished South Austin bungalow. Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole’s signature non-traditional take on Japanese food has delighted Austin’s diverse dining crowd as well as visitors from across the country and around the world since 2003. Reservations are encouraged and can be made up to 1 month in advance for parties of up to 12 guests. Walk-in seating is limited to the Sushi Bar and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

Menus are updated daily. To see today's menu, visit https://uchiaustin.com/menu

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2 people

19:00


Booked 29 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Sushi, Japanese, Asian

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (512) 916-4808

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Tyson Cole

  • Private party facilities

    Uchi does not offer private dining, but our sister restaurant Uchiko does. For more information and to submit a private dining request, please visit Uchiko's website at www.uchikoaustin.com

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What 5,183 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. TRuss

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I've been to Uchi a hand full of times over the past 10 years plus and every time delivers an absolute 10/10 experience. The flavor combinations, textures, freshness, service, ambiance, everything is always top notch and incredibly impressive. Easily my favorite Japanese restaurant in the country.
  2. SashaR

    Miami

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Made this res for my parents who loved everything and said the service was amazing. A liquor license would be nice though :) since they have one in Miami, they were expecting Austin to be the same.
  3. Myrna

    Austin

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 21 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    great food and service. Is quite hard to get a reservation though
  4. EmmaD

    Detroit

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 18 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favorite for special occasions. We had a fab meal as per uszch!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 May 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    Our waitress was amazing!!! Overall experience was great!
  6. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 May 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Used to love this restaurant - really only worth its price if you go at happy hour (4-6pm). Paid $600+ for 3 people, be prepared to overspend. Don’t get me wrong food was great, service was amazing. To someone who loves sushi (and high end sushi) - you can get away with VERY similar at a sushi place like neighborhood and other local restaurant for somewhere in the $250 range.
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely incredible. My husband and I dined at Uchi for our wedding anniversary and it was amazing from start to finish. We did the 6 course tasting and every dish blew us away. Our server, Jenny, was attentive and so kind. She gifted us the wagyu carpaccio and my mouth is still watering over it. I cannot wait to dine in again!
  8. Tracy

    Austin

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on 6 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfectly delicious as always! Just when you think you’ve tasted the most delicious item on the menu, the next one comes out to knock your socks off. Uchi never disappoints!
  9. EricJ

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 6 May 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed the bar service while we waited on our seat. Bartender was very nice and knowledgeable. We’ve been to Uchiko but this was our first time at Uchi. We decided to let the server choose a few small bites and plates for us to try. He put together 5-6 items for us to try and checked in regularly to ensure we were enjoying his selections. He was very knowledgeable and provided a great experience.
  10. Jonisa

    Austin

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 2 May 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Uchi is no doubt an outstanding and high quality food. It is high-end, high quality product. This is not your daily sushi venue. The service is great, however, I would argue there are too many staff. Weird I know, but several staff were standing around and bunching up at times causing a distraction. And don't get me wrong, the place was full. The space itself is fine, but not special. The patio area is very nice, but next to South Lamar, so a little loud and you are hearing cars, but it is not too big of a deal.
  11. Gini

    Dallas

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 1 May 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I loved dining at Uchi. Always the very best food, service and ambience.!!
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 May 2023

    overall1food2service5ambience5
    After hearing so much about Uchi me and my friend were highly disappointed. After paying almost $400 including tip for 2 people, all of our nigiri came out warm and mushy. We got a $25 gift card as a way of reimbursement, but I feel like it has made me sick to my stomach for 2 days now. Will not be going back.
  13. LisaL

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There is a reason you need to book way in advance. We had a non-fish eating friend with us this time and she found plenty of delicious things to eat.
  14. DenonP

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 29 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always have an exceptional experience at Uchi. There’s a reason we come here to celebrate big events. Staff was excellent and timely. Will certainly return soon!
  15. AaronB

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 27 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    10/10 best meal we had in Austin and we went to a few nice restaurants. Would absolutely recommend dining at Uchi if you’re able to snag a reservation
  16. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always
  17. austinfood91

    Pittsburgh

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 23 April 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great food, courteous staff. We did the omakase, next time I think I’d order a la carte. Prices are a little high but not unheard of for a fine dining experience.
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    AMAZING 100000/10. If you don’t get the 72 braised short rib what are you doing???
  19. OpenTable Diner

    West Palm Beach

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 22 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Uchi is bar none the best sushi rest in Austin. In our home we have a before Uchi and after Uchi (BU / AU). We love bringing family and friends for their first time and watching their expressions on their first bite. The ambiance and the impeccable way that it is run is like watching actors in a play. They have ruined us to all other sushi. Their happy hours are great! We go to Uchi or uchiko as often as we can and can’t wait for Uchiba to open. The deserts are ridiculously good and the linkup nave w short rib is like a warm hug!!! If you haven’t tried it you must!
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 21 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food. Great service. A little noisy. Unique dining experience.
  21. ClintG

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 21 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome service , amazing food. Server knew exactly what to bring and when to bring it.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 April 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience5
    The experience was great! I was a little disappointed when our waiter didn’t offer recommendations to us or seem interested in making sure we had a special experience like the last time when I sat at the sushi bar. I understand having a sushi chef is different but I would’ve liked him to maybe even just guide us in the right direction seeing as we really didn’t know where to start with such a great extensive menu. The noise level of the restaurant was a little loud but I know that just comes with having a busy business! Otherwise our experience was lovely and the food was absolutely amazing (per usual) just wish I could’ve tried new things I didn’t know about for the money I spent.
  23. JasmineHunt

    Orlando

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 11 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We enjoyed everything we chose and had amazing recommendations by our server, Jessica. She was awesome!
  24. ConnieN

    Charleston

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 11 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best sushi dining experiences ever. The cucumber Saki cocktails are fantastic! We did the Chef’s Tasting and it was incredible. Highly recommend. Everything was beautifully presented, fresh, and delicious.
  25. BrianS

    Central Texas

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again I would like to thank the chefs and staff at UCHI for making a night with our soon to be college graduate a very special evening! Great Food and Service, the tastings are unlike any other in town and are well crafted!
  26. Eater

    Austin

    19 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on 9 April 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Overall it was good but not very good and not great. Sushi roll lacked flavor even with sauce. Brussels sprouts were too fried and drenched. Rice pot was very salty. Yellowtail was great. Waitress was very good. I expected better food. Seasoning lacked finesse.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 April 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Second time I’ve eaten at Uchi and thoroughly enjoyed it again.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Tallahassee

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wait staff was impeccable! Thank you Bianca, your suggestions were spot on.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great from taste to presentation. The place is fantastic.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 24 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely spectacular dining experience. We were visiting from NYC and this is easily in my top 3 meals of all time. Thanks Cat (Kat?) our server for going above and beyond and taking us through our meal!
  31. Mae20

    Austin

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 March 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food was phenomenal. Noise levels were very high.
  32. CatherineS

    Philadelphia

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 19 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our anniversary dinner, and we wouldn’t go anywhere else. Uchi is hands down one of our favorite restaurants in Austin. We eat a lot of sushi around the world, and this is some of the best that we have ever had. Wonderful service and ambience as well. Make reservations, as they are always packed. Uchi team, especially Rachel (who was amazing!), we look forward to seeing you at your new location in West Hollywood in the future.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 March 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    The food was absolutely amazing as always the best restaurant I have ever eaten at same with Dallas location
  34. SimonS

    Bath

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    fantastic really great food and atmosphere, thoroughly recommend.
  35. RodolfoS

    Mexico City

    77 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on 15 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Extraordinaria comida e inmejorable servicio! Desde la recepción hasta la salida todo funciona perfecto, el staff es de primera. La comida de la más alta calidad.
  36. ELJDallas

    Dallas

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 13 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first time at Uchi,Austin - was Incredible! A friend recommended it to us, and we were mind blown! Chef Tyson Cole's brilliant mind has brought some brilliant food to the table. Chef Blake was also outstanding in his creations. We enjoyed the citrus taste of the hama chilli and the hot rocks were a treat to try. The wagyu was tender & perfect. Our waiter recommended the kurodai which was topped with fresh lime zest & it felt like a palate cleanser while also delicate. We enjoyed the Hamachi and Sake Karai as well. For dessert we tried the coconut tapioca pudding and the Honey Toast. I would buy a jar of cashew praline if I could. The Honey Toast was divine, and I would come back just to eat that! Joe - our waiter - was kind, friendly and recommended so many wonderful things. It was SXSW weekend, and our table was a little delayed. Both managers treated us with respect, offering us drinks, starters, taking such good care of us. The customer service was par excellence! Joe did an amazing job and needs to be commended! We loved Uchi and will definitely be back!
  37. EverythingT

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 12 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Anytime I'm in Austin for SXSW, I pay my favorite sushi restaurant a visit. And it never disappoints!
  38. ChuckB

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful second experience for me and first for my two guests. Alexis our server, advised us on a number of dishes that were phenomenal even added a complimentary dessert to the one we ordered for sharing.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 March 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Definitely lived up to the hype. Extremely great service with equally great food. Loved it!
  40. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 27 February 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! Service is fantastic, from the hosts to table side service. Equivalent to a fine dining experience. Food was good- we tried a LOT- some of it was really excellent. Great attention to detail. Highly recommend going to happy hour!!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Uchi Austin does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Uchi Austin also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 916-4808.

Uchi Austin is rated 4.9 stars by 5183 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

19:00


Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Uchi Austin

801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Barton Springs

  • Area

    Downtown

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:00 pm–6:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Sushi, Japanese, Asian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Valet

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Tyson Cole

  • Additional

    Indoor Fireplace

  • Phone number

    (512) 916-4808

  • Private party facilities

    Uchi does not offer private dining, but our sister restaurant Uchiko does. For more information and to submit a private dining request, please visit Uchiko's website at www.uchikoaustin.com

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