Uchi Austin

4.7
3313 reviews

About

Japanese RestaurantFine Dining RestaurantSushi Restaurant
Uchi, "house" in Japanese, is founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole. A delicate balance of elevated food and impeccable service, Uchi offers non-traditional Japanese cuisine with signature tastings, sushi, and seasonal omakase.

Details

  • Dine-inAvailable
  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Accepts reservationsAvailable

Location

Uchi Austin
801 South Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
78704, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.7
3,313 reviews
5 stars
2,704
4 stars
325
3 stars
121
2 stars
65
1 star
98

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

Customers consistently praised the freshness and creativity of the sushi, with many calling it the best they've ever had.

Service Experience

While many reviews highlighted exceptional service, there were notable instances of poor service that detracted from the overall experience.

Atmosphere

The restaurant's ambiance was generally appreciated, though some found it noisy and cramped, impacting the dining experience.

Value for Price

Several customers felt the prices were high, but many agreed that the quality of food and service justified the cost.

Reservation Issues

There were complaints regarding reservation cancellations and communication failures, leading to disappointing experiences for some customers.
  • JW
    James Whitted
    6 days ago
    4.0
    The food is amazing. We were celebrating our eighth year anniversary.I put in a reservation and made a note of it. As far as service, I feel it could have been better and more personalized for the price you pay for the food. Like an explanation of the menu, some recommendations, possibly Also, the food was pretty slow coming out and we were sitting in front of the sushi prep.
  • ME
    Markus Ellison
    Nov 18, 2025
    5.0
    What’s not to love? Great fish, great service. Don’t miss the 72 hour short rib bite (but wait until after you’ve had all the fish you can handle). Just wish the had espresso. Hint hint
  • SD
    Shelley Dima
    Nov 18, 2025
    5.0
    Took my son out to dinner while visiting and we had an amazing time! The food was wonderful and unique and the staff were top tier. I cant even begin to describe it - just go and experience for yourself! No hesitation five stars
  • AL
    Alec Langton
    Nov 17, 2025
    5.0
    Our fourth time here–where to begin? Uchi Austin is the most wonderful dining experience my partner and I have ever experienced. Every time. Valet parking makes arriving in your personal vehicle a breeze. A welcoming, modern, upscale–yet not intimidating–atmosphere stands out immediately when you walk through the front door. The staff are the piece of this establishment that shine throughout the entire experience. From the host stand to the wait staff, sushi chefs, and everyone else are kind, caring, thoughtful and exceptionally good at their jobs. We tend to prefer the sushi bar–however, we sat outside on the patio this time. Omar waited on us, and he is incredible. From start to finish, he was fun to chat with, fantastic with his timing, and all around one of the best servers we’ve had the pleasure of dining with in Austin. If you’re looking for the full experience, we recommend the chef’s tasting. There isn’t a dish on the menu that misses–everything is to die for. We’ve done the tasting every time, and we always find new and creative dishes that keep us coming back. This time, Omar asked what we enjoy the most before we started; toward the end of the meal, he provided two dishes that hit every mark we mentioned at the beginning and went above and beyond–uni on one side and butter poached snow crab topped with caviar. Absolutely amazing. If you’re looking for a unique dining experience with a one-of-a-kind staff and a menu that will never disappoint, I highly recommend visiting Uchi.
  • DN
    Den Newbold-Powell
    Nov 13, 2025
    4.0
    We were settling into conversing with our waitperson regarding likes/dislikes when a party with two small children were seated right next to us. I have nothing against children, but when I am spending $$ for a meal, the last thing I want is to feel like I am at a McDonalds. I would also think that if you are spending $$ for a meal, you could afford to hire a sitter for the evening We ended up switching tables and had a different server so we started over with likes/dislikes. We had the chef's tasting menu. The service was attentive, but the restaraunt seemed dated and the food was uninspired. We have dined at Uchiko (the offshoot of Uchi) so we were a bit disappointed with the meal we were served. We will be going back to Uchiko in the future.

Frequently Asked Questions About Uchi Austin

What kind of cuisine does Uchi Austin specialize in?

Uchi Austin offers non-traditional Japanese cuisine, including signature tastings, sushi, and seasonal omakase, founded by James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole.

What are the operating hours of Uchi Austin?

Uchi Austin is open Monday to Thursday and Sunday from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and on Friday and Saturday from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM.