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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
7:00 PM
Booked 58 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • 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
  • Neighborhood
    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

  • Hightop Bar

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

  • First Available/Priority Seating

    Multiple dates available
    During peak hours, reservations can be held for up to 5 minutes and there may be a short wait even with a reservation. Table may be indoors or on one of our covered and heated/conditioned patios.

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 88 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Kemuri Tatsu-ya in Austin offers a unique fusion of Japanese and Texas barbecue, consistently impressing with its "innovative menu" and "amazing" food. The ambiance is described as "hip and fun," while the service is often praised as "impeccable." Though busy at times, it's a must-visit for its creative dishes and vibrant vibe.

88 Reviews

  1. jennifer

    Seattle

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was pretty good but is also seems a bit complacent. The service was barely present, walking passed multiple times with no engagement or checking in to see how our table was doing despite never having dined there before. They also offered no real description or instruction with the food despite the opportunity to create a more complete idea of the intention of the dishes. For what we paid and the hype of this restaurant it was disappointing.

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  2. Jonathon

    Austin

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a good experience at Kemuri Tatsu-ya, a Texas Japanese fusion spot that offers bold flavors and a lively atmosphere. The BBQ Boat was the highlight is an impressive spread of brisket, pork ribs, and chashu, with the way short rib standing out as especially well executed. The flavors were rich, and the presentation was on point. The drinks were great, complementing the meal well. Ambience was outstanding, with an energetic and hip hop vibe that adds to the dining experience. However, the value could be better while the food was delicious, the pricing felt a bit high for what was offered. Service was fair, with some room for improvement in attentiveness and efficiency. Overall, a solid dining experience with amazing food and drinks, if they refine the service and value, it could be even better. Looking forward to returning!

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  3. Jose

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We've been to kemuri over the years on several occasions. From grand opening to everything in between. In the beginning it was amazing but since then the food quality has gone down. This last time I was very disappointed. The food was not very exciting despite tryna ng some favorites. The brisket has changed and was dry. I bit disappointed considering the cost and the experience your looking for.

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  4. Christopher

    Houston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good experience, best I’ve had in a long time!

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  5. Christopher

    Dallas

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Cool concept with the potential to be a great experience. They have a nice variety of imported products to try and decently tasty food. However, they fall short on the details. A good one-time experience but nothing I am rushing to return to.

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  6. Epimenio

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was good, I took my wife and daughter on a valentines date, which was definitely a great experience

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  7. Paul

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food and service was incredible but the outdoor seating was not. Despite booking an early reservation we were put on the side of the building with poor coverage. Some of the bench areas were only half covered. They really need to improve this if they are putting people outside.

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  8. Shirley

    VIP

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing delicious food and great place all around!

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  9. Rick

    Austin

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was excellent, unfortunately we didn’t catch his name. Food was great, as were the cocktails. The only complaint was that as soon as we placed our order for the Valentine’s Omakase, the food came out in a rush. We didn’t like the feeling of being pushed out the door so soon after ordering.

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  10. Pamela

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always have a great experience at Kemuri Tatsu Ya. The infusion of Texas Smokehouse with Japanese cuisines is genius. Parking can be tricky due to the location. Yesterday I parked across the street at the clinic since it was after hours. It is an easy walk across Pleasant Valley at the light.

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FAQs

Kemuri Tatsu-ya is rated 4.6 stars by 88 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 58 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Kemuri Tatsu-ya

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

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • 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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