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Kemuri Tatsu-ya, Austin, TX
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Kemuri Tatsu-ya

$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
19:00
Booked 48 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Innovative
  • Hot spot
Recognized by the James Beard Foundation, Michelin Guide and named one of the best restaurants in the U.S. by Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, GQ and more! Japanese izakaya and Texas barbecue are arguably the two best cuisines to enjoy while imbibing. Kemuri Tatsu-ya offers a mash-up of the two, plus an excellent selection of booze—including a ‘whisky bible.’ Guests are welcomed into the space with an enthusiastic “irasshaimase!” from the staff. The experience only gets better from there with creative dishes like Taiyaki Cornbread, Brisket Tsukemen and Guaca-Poke. Bright, innovative cocktails, including super-chilled Toki highballs cranked out from a machine, are
an essential part of the experience. Reserve a table today to get a taste of this iconic Austin
restaurant, brought to you by Tatsu Aikawa and the team behind Ramen Tatsu-Ya.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Tatsu Aikawa

From the OpenTable editors: When it opened in 2017, this MICHELIN Bib Gourmand quickly racked up accolades—including a spot on Bon Appétit’s best new restaurant list—for chefs Tatsu Aikawa and Takuya Matsumoto’s innovative Japanese izakaya-meets-Texas smokehouse mashup. That looks like smoked chicken wing yakitori, brisket hot pockets, and chili cheese takoyaki chased with beer and whisky in a cozy, wood-lined tavern.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Izakaya
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 17:00–19:00
  • Phone number
    (512) 803-2224
  • Website
    https://www.kemuri-tatsuya.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    2713 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78702-4715
  • Area
    Austin
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Experiences

  • First Available/Priority Seating

    Multiple dates available
    Reservations take priority over walk-in guests. On busy days there may be a short wait even with a reservation. Table may be indoors or on one of our covered and heated/conditioned patios.

  • First Available/Priority Seating

    Multiple dates available
    Reservations take priority over walk-in guests. On busy days there may be a short wait even with a reservation. Table may be indoors or on one of our covered and heated/conditioned patios.

  • Hightop Bar

    Multiple dates available
    Hightop style counter seating. Full menu available!

Menu

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What 32 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Innovative

  • Austin

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kemuri Tatsu-ya is a "fantastic" destination blending authentic Japanese izakaya with Texan flair. Guests rave about its "unique food and experience," including shareable portions and vegetarian options. The "brisket is amazing," and the atmosphere is lively and fun. A must-visit in Austin for adventurous eats and memorable dining.

32 Reviews

  1. Kevin

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a remarkable experience here and the innovative menu is a must try. Service is impeccable Kevin

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  2. Shannon

    Pittsburgh

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique, cool restaurant. The food was delicious with a mixture of Texas barbecue and Asian foods. Very creative and delicious. The Sake was also very good.

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  3. Shannon

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came back for our friend's birthday and we were not disappointed. His favorite was the hamachi collar hands down, though everything else was phenomenal. The eggplant was the most surprising, blowing the minds of our eggplant haters at the table. The drinks were fantastic with our favorites being the puff puff pass and the neko-jita martini. Service was impeccable as well, and you cannot beat the soundtrack. We'll be back!

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  4. DeeDee

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We all loved everything we ate and every server was so exceptionally nice and informative! We will definitely be back again and hopefully soon! Happy Holidays to the crew! ❤️

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  5. Laura

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious food and the service was awesome. Everything we had was so good but favorites were the tsukune (best we've ever had), the special sashimi trio, and the BBQ tsukemen. Look forward to returning!

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  6. Divya

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love you so much Kemuri. One of my favorite restaurants in Austin

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  7. Cindy

    VIP

    San Diego

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderfully delightful dining experience- the food is delicious and so creative! It is served family style and is great for a social evening with friends.

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  8. Daniel

    VIP

    Austin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 20 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and excellent service. Most cocktails are on the (very) sweet side, but sake options are plentiful.

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  9. Tamara

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My guest and I really enjoyed the mash up between Japanese and Austin BBQ cultures - great concept! Brisket was soooo tender. Even better was that we arrived at 6 pm on a Wednesday, were seated promptly and told about the Happy Hour 50% off specials. We tried the jellyfish for $3.50 - can’t beat that and it was delicious. Because the kitchen accidentally forgot to bring out the beef shroom we ordered until the end, they comped us for that without us asking. That brought the total bill for two to $57, including the very powerful Negroni and martini and 4 dishes. Eating out is generally so expensive these days, never mind places with named chefs - I am amazed that I can recommend this restaurant as a VALUE option.

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  10. Jackie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very unique experience with great taste and service

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FAQs

Kemuri Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 32 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 48 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Kemuri Tatsu-ya

2713 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78702-4715

Additional information

  • Area
    Austin
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 17:00–19:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Tapas / Small Plates, Izakaya
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
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