Tsuke Edomae

Very warm and welcoming vibes. Chef Mike and Nhi are lovely humans. Chef Mike’s skill is obvious—his precision and craftsmanship clearly reflect his passion. We’ve been to Craft, Uroko, and Sushi by Scratch, and this was the best omakase we’ve had in Austin so far. It’s also the toughest reservation to land, which isn’t surprising once you experience it. Definitely worth the experience. Nigiri are very fresh and taste very balanced (sauce, rice, temperature, etc). Price is typically for an omakase.

This was easily the best omakase experience I’ve had in Austin so far. The fish quality was exceptional: honestly the highest I’ve experienced outside of Japan. Each piece was perfectly balanced: rice sized for a single bite that was soft and delicate, never overseasoned, and paired with freshly grated wasabi. One optional course for the evening featured uni, which was a surprising highlight as I'm not an uni lover typically. The chef was personable, engaging, and efficient, which made the experience feel both fun and intimate. Service was excellent, and the small, minimalist space (five seats on one side of the bar, three on the other) created a perfect atmosphere along with the respectful other guests who were quiet and courteous, enhancing the sushi experience. Our 20 course meal featured the following: 1. Tilefish 2. Skipjack tuna 3. Crispy eel unagi 4. Chutoro 5. Tachiuo belt fish 6. Sweet shrimp 7. Panko Hokkaido scallops 8. Sanma knife fish (pike) 9. Cucumbers 10. Grilled surf clam 11. Amberjack 12. Arugula salad 13. Japanese sea perch 14. Hairy crab soup 15. Otoro hand roll 16. Uni murasaki tachibana Hokkaido 17. Miso soup 18. Anago 19. Tamago crème bruleed top 20. Kirschwasser vanilla ice cream A few potential drawbacks: service stretched to about 2.5 hours, a simple green tea cost $10, and reservations were difficult to secure. I would make this my yearly birthday dinner or special occasion restaurant every time. Forget the BBQ in Austin, I'd rather have this sushi.

The overall quality of the sashimi and sushi is fresh and high-quality, with well-balanced and delicate seasoning. I also think their uni and sake selection are excellent. The only downside is that reservations are extremely difficult to get. That said, the chef was kind and personable, making the dining experience truly enjoyable!

TL;DR: If you can get a booking, this is the best sushi in Austin hands down. I haven't been to Jiro's place from Jiro Dreams of Sushi in Japan, nor have I …

Absolutely fab omakase experience. Love Chef Mike and his stories. Had an amazing birthday dinner here and felt taken care of from the second we walked in the door. Make reservations as soon as they become available — you won’t regret it!