Uchi Austin
4.4 ★ average from 5 reviews
Sushi plus creative hot & cold dishes from chef Tyson Cole in a stylish, sophisticated setting.
Location
Hours
- fri
- 4:00 – 11:00 PM
- mon
- 4:00 – 10:00 PM
- sat
- 4:00 – 11:00 PM
- sun
- 4:00 – 10:00 PM
- thu
- 4:00 – 10:00 PM
- tue
- 4:00 – 10:00 PM
- wed
- 4:00 – 10:00 PM
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Recent reviews
- ★★★★★Kellie Swier
My first time to Uchi, been to Uchiko (Austin and Denver) I'm from Idaho and would LOVE to see an Uchi(ko) come to the treasure valley. Such a cool vibe, love the interior design. Our waitress was great. We come prepared and already know what we're going to eat. This is and always will be the best culinary experience of my life. I can't get enough of Uchi! Kurodai Nigiri is my favorite! Hama Chili my #2
- ★★★★★Shruti Subramanian
The food was delicious. We went on a girl's night. Mixture of omakase, vegetarian tasting menu and a la carte. Everything was delicious. The sushi, sashimi were so fresh. The rolls are delicious!! Go to all their different restaurants and enjoy. The server was kind and very knowledgeable on WhatsApp to recommend!
- ★★★★★Texas Fan
I’ve been a regular at Uchi for about a decade, and it’s a place I keep coming back to for good reason. The menu is both diverse and dynamic, there are favorite dishes I revisit every time, along with new offerings that keep things interesting. The food and service are consistently excellent. Uchi offers a contemporary take on Japanese cuisine, shaped by the vision of James Beard Award–winning chef Tyson Cole in Austin, Texas. The restaurant is always bustling and typically fully booked, drawing a mix of loyal locals, out-of-town visitors, and even Japanese tourists. It’s a standout dining experience that has maintained its quality and creativity over the years.
- ★★☆☆☆Gefei -Fay Ye
I was really looking forward to going to Uchi today, but unfortunately the experience didn’t meet my expectations. It was my first time visiting, and we chose it to celebrate our anniversary. My boyfriend had been there once before, so we were expecting a great experience—especially since Uchi is such a popular Japanese restaurant in the Austin area. We went during happy hour and ordered from the happy hour menu. The first two dishes were good, but not amazing. Toward the end, we tried a large fried ball filled with rice, and it tasted very bland and boring. Overall, the food seemed either under-seasoned or over-seasoned. Some dishes lacked flavor, while others were extremely salty—especially the skewer we ordered, which had far too much salt. The service also felt very rushed. At one point, our server accidentally knocked over our beer and soy sauce while cleaning the table. As someone who has worked part-time in the service industry, I understand that accidents happen, but usually a small complimentary item or gesture is offered as an apology. Unfortunately, that didn’t happen. The atmosphere was fine, but not particularly memorable. Given the restaurant’s reputation, I was hoping for a much better overall experience. I do hope they consider updating or improving the menu in the future
- ★★★★★Nadia Rodriguez Amante
We chose the omakase-style tasting menu and a few à la carte, and every single dish was truly delicious—there wasn’t one course we didn’t enjoy. The quality of the food was exceptional and clearly reflects a high level of culinary skill. The only critique I would offer is the pacing of the experience. At times, the courses felt rushed. On a few occasions, additional dishes were plated before we had finished the previous course, or food arrived and sat briefly, affecting the intended temperature. Where we were sitting in the middle of the dining room, the servers would rush by adding to the “rush” feel. I think everyone needs to slow down a bit and just enjoy. Given the level of craftsmanship involved, a slower, more intentional pace would allow each dish to be appreciated fully. The servers were attentive and professional, though it was evident they were very busy. Menu descriptions were delivered quite quickly, which added to the overall feeling of being rushed. Slowing down slightly—both in service and explanation—would elevate the experience even further. Overall, the food itself was outstanding, and with a more relaxed, deliberate flow, this restaurant could offer an even more memorable and immersive dining experience.