Uchi was a great fine dining experience. If you want a dim light, one on one date night where you can dress formally. This is the place to go. Ok I have to start off with their appetizers because while they looked cool my girlfriend and I only enjoyed the Hama chili. We tried the machi cure and sake tom kha off the waiters suggestion. I thought the dishes were very interesting but just wasn't that great. Their sushi was great and did not disappoint though but maybe it was because of my high expectations of the place that made me think what really sets Uchi out compared to the rest of the great sushi restaurants. I honestly don't think it was worth it. I still give it 4 stars because it's not that anything was horrible but nothing really stood out except maybe the foie gras. read more

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Excellent food but the 3 stars is for their prices! 500.00 (this is w a 20% tip) for 3 of us and only two of us had 2 beers w our meals. It's really highway robbery and I'm originally from LA. Not even fathomable how they get away w it. Sorry, just highway robbery. read more

Excellent food and wonderful service. The place was vibrant and had great energy. The menu can be daunting but don't worry as their knowledgeable servers will walk you thru it to make sure you have a great experience! read more

I tried uchiko before I tried uchi, and I dont know why my experience at uchiko was so much better. I think maybe it was because I sat at the bar at uchiko and one of the chefs kept giving great recommendations, but here goes: Food: 3.5 I think the food that i was served at uchiko was much more fresh. We got the gyutoro nigiri at both locations, but when we got it here, it was cold and also less fatty. Disappointed, because it was our favorite dish. I feel like the options were more or less the same, except for the daily special, but they just weren't what we were looking for. We like sashimi and nigiri more than appetizers and big dishes. We came around happy hour and got hot sake for only $3 for each of the little bottles! Value. Desserts: my favorite part. We didnt get the fried milk because we already tried it, but the cherry one was SO GOOD. I dont know what it was. Maybe the sauce? The ice cream? Definitely try it! We also tried the chai flavor one and it was not bad! The cherry just outshined it. Service: 5 Great server, hospitable and decent reccomendations. Maybe see my uchiko review for more details? read more

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Overall - I've never quite had sushi in this manner but what an experience. Easily the best sushi experience I ever had outside of Japan. What stood out to me wasn't the fresh fish or the expensive ingredients. It was the amazing staff that recommended me the perfect food pairings based on my initial order, provided me instructions on how to best consume each bite, and planning out the meal progressions based on the order as well. The smart pairing of certain items really wowed me and I imagine this is what a perfect fusion between cuisines look like. The fundamentals were deeply rooted in the classic Japanese style, but the personal/regional flair that some of the items displayed were simply amazing. Pro - I just want to start by saying that the sushi rice was perfectly balanced, and this alone really puts Uchi at the top of my sushi list. Many places have high quality fresh fish, but most don't have the perfect sushi rice to complete it. This place serves the real deal, and no wonder every piece of sushi was amazing. Now to describe some of the highlights: Grilled edamame - the drizzled lime juice overpowered it. I wanted to taste the beans by itself. Grilling it imparted a nice smoky flavor for sure though. Machi Cure - amazing freshness and crunch on the first bite from the pear, the yuca chip, and the macadamia. As you chew more and more, you can feel your appetite just growing endlessly. Just when you start to wonder whether this is a fish dish, the hamachi comes through at the end with the buttery fattiness. Golden Raisins gave it some acidity and sweetness as well. Overall, really well balanced and visually pleasing to eat. Ikura with quail egg (my favorite) - the strong salinity in the fish eggs was overpowering until I took my shot of quail egg. The creaminess of the yolk completely neutralized the roe and created an amazingly balanced bite to remember. I've never seen ikura being eaten in this manner, and I could see myself eating this endlessly without being tired of it. Such a genius combination and I'm so glad that our server suggested this pairing only for $1 extra. Anchovy with avocado - another great example of genius pairing. The aggressively sour lime on the anchovy was well countered by the fattiness of the avocado and the strong fish taste from the anchovy Gyutoro - Wonderfully rendered fat was oozing throughout the bite and gave so much of that beef umami. Meat was extremely tender and soft but not mushy. The wasabi cut through the richness wonderfully. Coming from a huge fan of sushi and bbq, this was truly the dream pairing. Cons - for me, the foie gras sushi wasn't as rich as I'd hope it would be. There was a great initial taste of umami from the charred crust, sweet sauce but then it fell flat as it didn't have that intense buttery richness I expected. This was the only item that I wouldn't order again, given the $9.5 price tag per sushi. read more

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I had a reservation for my mom's birthday at 9pm, already really late. We arrived at 8:55, our table wasn't ready which is understandable. We continued to wait, after about 15 minutes i went up and asked how long it would be, they said about 10 minutes. 10 minutes later i asked again they said 10 more minutes. it's not 9:35 and we are still waiting. For a restaurant like this and having a reservation i just simple do not understand. Very upsetting. The girl at the front was also a little rude to us. Just expect more. Very annoyed read more

Girlfriend's and I had planned a month out for our Galentine's to be at Uchi. We were looking forward to it all month. Unfortunately, towards the middle of our dinner our waiter came over to "shhhh" us. No one around us even noticed we were laughing. I thought this was so rude of him! Never had I ever experienced this an any restaurant. I work in the hospitality industry been in it for 15 years and so does my husband. We would never allow this in our industry. Mind you our tab was not $10.00 it was way over $200+!!!!!!!! After telling one of your manager's on duty she didn't seem concerned or go out of her way to fix the issue - disappointing!! ***Chef's deserve recognition the food was the BOMB!!!!!*** read more

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Incredible service and the food was much better. There are not enough superlatives to express how good uchi was. We went for happy hour and ordered off of both menus. There were too many must have to list, especially because everything was that good. Make a reservation and go. So happy that we made it there (now I am just looking forward to going back. read more

We did the 10-course Omakase menu and were very pleased with our choice. The food was fantastic, the portions were surprisingly large on several courses, and though it is pricy the value was good considering the normal menu prices. The servers were attentive and knowledgeable; we were impressed when the woman who brought us our drink order (not our actual server) jumped in and introduced a course when it was delivered at the same time. My only (minor) complaint was that the lighting was so low I could barely read my menu. I get ambiance, but its nice to have enough light to see by. read more

After having dinner at the sister restaurant (Uchiko), I had to try Uchi! Boy oh boy was it deja vu. The prices were high, but well worth it. We ordered a few things and they were all amazing! I can't wait to come back. read more

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Get the omikase--the higher tiered one--seriously just do it. It's so worth the very reasonable price for such high quality food and flavor and such large portions! It's very rare to come to an upscale restaurant and leave feeling extremely full from a tasting menu--especially with Japanese cuisine--but the place managed to do it and they do it beyond deliciously. I was amazed also by the fast service, and the very kind and attentive staff who explained each course in detail with clear knowledge and understanding of how one course relates to the other. The atmosphere itself was nice and a bit moody--great for dates or groups. The decor was a bit dated for my taste with the red wallpaper--but everything was pristine and comfortable so this comment is truly just nitpicking. I highly recommend to anyone looking for a delicious omikase experience to come by--and I will definitely be back again! read more

Amazing! Staff is the best and overall just had a great experience. They were very patient with us since we didn't know what to really order. They made amazing suggestions and the food was delicious. I am still dreaming of their fried rice! read more

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Got a last minute 11:00 PM seating for the sushi counter. I had called ahead and they were going to try to accommodate for my request to get seated earlier! I got there around 10:30 in hopes we can get seated earlier, the front staff were super accommodating and great impression so far. Chef Shannon was very skilled and it was extremely fun watching the chefs cutting the fish and plating/creating, definitely an art + show. I highly recommend Salmon Belly, Black Bream and Scallop Nigiri!!! It was so good, we ordered seconds of everything. I was impressed and worth every penny. Thanks Chef Shannon!! read more

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It's alright, not bad. But definitely not up to the hype. Unfortunately (for Austin), our local sushi/Japanese restaurant is like 10x better than uchi. The sashimi and pretty much all of their fish dishes are cut unbelievably thin and just small overall I think you'd need to order at least 4-5 dishes/person. Definitely more than what the waiter recommended: 7 between 4 people. We tried a bunch of the cold dishes, the hot rock, the shishito peppers (surprisingly really good - think they put shrimp paste in the dip), and lots of sushi/sashimi from the standard and flown-in-from-Japan menu. Overall the fish tasted fresh, except for the Japanese albacore. That one was so mushy, it felt like it was not frozen correctly and then thawed out. I wish I took pictures of how small the fish were. Basically they were so thin, it was breaking apart when trying to grab it with chopsticks (by someone who is experienced with chopsticks haha). From my friends who are locals, apparently the happy hour is where it's at! read more

To a stranger, this will sound crazy but Uchi is my favorite restaurant in Austin (as a vegetarian). I dream of the crispy mushroom & rice dish and crave the veggie sushi rolls that the chef creates every day. There is not a single dish that will disappoint you and while it is expensive, I can assure you that it is worth every penny. Must have in Austin!! read more

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Super busy on a Thursday night. Sat at the sushi bar and enjoyed a sashimi plate which was extraordinary. My chef was awesome, friendly and competent. Definitely recommend this place! read more

All around unique dining experience with wonderful flavors and textures. I recommend the omikase style dining option since you get a taste of all the signature items and flavors. read more

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I've had sushi all over and this takes the cake. It is a bit over-priced. But...it was worth every penny. The crab roll was an experience in itself. read more

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Great sushi! High quality fish, with serving sizes that leave a lot to be desired. I have been to top sushi spots around the world and uchi simply leaves a lot to be desired. At this price point I would expect a bit more bang for your buck - and I'm looking for a sushi buffet, as I thoroughly enjoy otoko, Tsuke Edomae, and various sushi omakases around austin for similar price ranges ($150-200pp) read more

Oh, Uchi, I waited so long to try you. And it was so worth it. My friends treated me to Uchi during my Austin bachelorette party weekend, and everything was delicious. My sake was delicious. The rolls we ordered were delicious. The uni I ordered was, obviously, delicious. And it's such a gorgeous, stand out restaurant. Such great service. Just a stand-out place. Deserving of its stellar reputation. read more

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We came during happy hour on a Monday and it was pretty packed. Great ambiance and loved all of the sushi options. We sat at the sushi bar and it was a great interactive experience. We'll be back! read more

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Dined at Uchi for my birthday. Amazing cuisine! Everything at Uchi was delicious. Fresh, precise, and very flavorful. I read good things about the food at Uchi, and Uchi delivered. My favorite of the night was the Foie Nigiri. Wow!! Melted in your mouth. The price was $9.50 for two (2) pieces, but so worth it. Fine dining in Austin. read more

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Still the best place to eat in Austin. With so many places to eat here, Uchi is one of a kind. Not the fanciest item, but you have to get the hot rock!! read more

Incredible dessert. And I've never tasted a better sushi roll in my life. Sashimi was okay, but I really liked the hama chili dish. Highly recommend letting the waiters choose/build the menu. read more

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I been in many Japanese restaurants across the world, Uchi is a first class Japanese dining in Austin. Amazing ambiance and the food has so much flavor. I highly recommend and definitely will be back soon! read more

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10/10 experience if you're willing to pay the price of ordering many things. We went for happy hour (highly recommend if you're trying to save money as it is pricey for such small servings) The staff was amazing, the atmosphere was great, and every single dish we tried was incredible. Best sushi I've had! read more

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Best sushi in texas. Contends with best sushi in LA and Manhattan just WOW. I mean....what else needs to be said? read more

I'm not sure I can add much to the 1700+ reviews and 1800+ photos except to join the chorus of praise. This was not our first experience here but it was indeed memorable. My husband and I celebrated with our twins for their birthday. Uchi really made it special for them and we enjoyed the delicious courses, a bottle of really great Pinot noir and a smart and attentive server and experience guide. Our reservations were for a Monday night @ 9:00 in November . I thought we might be closing the place down when I booked that time. I needn't have worried, it was packed and full of energy until our departure at nearly 11:00. Our server navigated us thru the menu pointing out his favorites, specials and their best sellers. Each dish was so carefully created and plated. Their food is not inexpensive by any measure but what they're doing is really on another level from anything else I've experienced in Austin. Thank you , Uchi, for helping our twins ring in #24! read more

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Best sushi place hands down, but even better their deserts at the bomb!!! I've been to soo many sushi restaurants around town and this is my go to every time read more

Dining at Uchi changed my perspective on what "good sushi" really is. I made a reservation to celebrate with my family after hearing about uchi from an online recommendation. I dined with a larger group (6 people) and came in with a somewhat limited experience with Japanese cuisine. The menu felt long and intimidating and I was ready to order whatever I could find that seemed simple and hard to mess up. Luckily, our waitress was extremely helpful, bright, and charismatic. She was able to guide my group through the menu and got us to order various recommendations for the group itself, allowing us to try a bit of each dish. She helped us appreciate the various elements involved in each dish, creating a full and exciting experience. The dishes we ordered were absolutely incredible, raising my standards and causing comparison in my mind any time I've eaten sushi since. The restaurant itself was beautiful and intimate, although a bit crowded as it was (understandably) extremely busy. Would absolutely recommend Uchi to anyone desiring a fine dining experience. read more

This was one of the best restaurant experiences that I've had. There was a group of 6 of us. Normally, I would expect slightly diminished quality of service for a larger group, especially coupled with the fact that it was a holiday weekend. Instead, we received incredible service. From the moment we walked in the door, we felt like appreciated guests. The front attendant was warm and friendly and directed us to the bar area while we waited for the rest of our group to arrive. The bartender was very warm and friendly; offering suggestions based on our preferences. She was great about offering to have our tab moved to our table once available. We were seated almost immediately. Kat was our primary server and she was nothing short of awesome. She beautifully walked the line between genuine friendliness and professionalism and gave wonderful suggestions for our table. My partner is vegetarian and was really worried that she would be a pain. Kat especially catered to her, which eased my partner's anxieties immediately. The rest of our table had the 10-course omekase - and not only was the food absolutely top notch (seriously - everything was delicious), but every single server that brought a dish out treated us as if we were their own table. I enjoy fine dining frequently, but the quality of service AND food has set a new standard for me. I'm genuinely grateful to have had such a wonderful memory with my dearest friends in from out of state/country here at Uchi. read more

In thinking back about my experience (largely the result of days of diarrhea after), I remembered that my sushi chef didn't wear gloves. While this is common at many sushi restaurants, strangely all the adjacent chefs were wearing gloves. I'm not sure if she was an official itamae and therefore followed different rules, but it's a noteworthy inconsistency to point out. She was a nice person, however. I was also notified via email that the owner left me a comment to contact him/her regarding my experience. However, after logging into the Yelp app, I cannot find this comment. If someone can reach out again I'll follow-up. read more

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The. Best. Sushi. In Austin. In Texas. In the United States? At least... top 3. My brother and his wife have lived next door for 4 years and I'm originally from Austin (live in ATL now.. Eight Sushi in ATL is also on my top 3). Weather you go to happy hour or have their normal menu you absolutely cannot go wrong. Nigiri is my personal favorite + some heavy appetizers. They have this amazing one with mushrooms and an egg -- woooow. We always sit at the sushi bar. They take GREAT care of you. Just check out my pics! read more

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A must and let the server pick your meals and make it an experience. We loved that our server suggested he could pick the meals and gauge when we were done. Food was amazing! Some of the best, freshest food I have ever tasted read more

With a reservation for (5) people, they were able to accommodate outdoor seating. When we arrived, our 5th person was parking, but the hostess refused to seat us outside at our table until all parties were present. It was inconvenient and we didn't want to wait inside as the tables were not socially distanced. So we sat outside and a waitress kindly guided us to our table despite not having all guests. The outdoor patio was enclosed, but I could still hear the highway which made the experience a bit rough. Moving on to the food, their menu was extensive with a whole page dedicated to their sushi and sashimi options. They also had some appetizers to share which were yummy. We ordered the king salmon, uni (california), and yellowtail sashimi all came out fresh. We paired our dishes with white wine which was refreshing and delicious. read more

Service was great but the food was a waste of good fish. Had the 10 course omakase. Every dish had too much going on. At one point, hamachi was served with thai chili, orange, sea salt, soy sauce, and more... It was too salty, spicy, and sweet that I couldn't taste the lobster that came after. It's unfortunate because after lots of water and waiting for my tounge to come back, the lobster dish was actually pretty good. Another dish had uni drowned in really sour sauce... I couldn't taste the uni at all... They need to do way less on each dish so the flavor of the main ingredient can come through. read more

When you've romanticized a place in your head for 4.5 years, generally you're disappointed because the memory is better than the reality. Fortunately, that rule didn't apply to Uchi - thanks goodness! We are vegetarian and 4 of us dined here recently. I was as blown away with the variety, flavors, creativity and execution this time as I was last time. I highly recommend to everyone, including vegetarian diners who think sushi can only be AAC and no more. This will change your world perspective. read more

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Despite the restaurant being extremely crowded, we were served timely. Our server was friendly and patiently explained everything to us. Nevertheless, I'm not a sushi fan at all. A certain type of fried chili chicken tasted like rotten meat. UPDATE: This place is way overpriced. Be ready to spend at least $200 for raw fish wrapped in sea weed. Furthermore, this wouldn't be an ideal place for a first date. It's dark, loud, and over-crowded. This place is full of puny hipsters with skinny jeans, large beards and tattoos. read more

Uchi Austin - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas

Wow we had a great night. It was certainly not the purist style sushi I typically go for but it was high quality fish done in new ways with new pairings I wouldn't have considered previously. We loved having our palates excited, and though the bill added up, we thought it was worth the experience. read more

We did the 6 course tasting menu and everything was so delicious! The waiter was very accommodating about making the tasting menu for three people instead of two. Cute atmosphere and amazing staff too. read more

Uchi Austin - Sushi Bars Near Me - Austin, Texas