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Kemuri Tatsu-ya

Q: How is Kemuri Tatsu-ya restaurant rated?

Kemuri Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 44 OpenTable diners.

Q: Is Kemuri Tatsu-ya currently accepting reservations?

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

$31 to $50

Japanese

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2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 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.

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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

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

What 44 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

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Kemuri Tatsu-ya offers a unique blend of Japanese and Texas BBQ, creating a vibrant dining experience. The "food and vibes are outstanding," with standout dishes like "tsukune" and "brisket." Guests love the fun atmosphere and creative cuisine. While reservations can lead to waits, the exceptional service and adventurous menu make it a top Austin destination.

44 Reviews

D
Derek
San Diego
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
it was SO. GOOD. the food was amazing and our server was really funny and sweet!! <3
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David
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, good service and a cool vibe. Cant beat it for a last minute date night.
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Cathy
VIP
Las Vegas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious. Our server Sam was great, kind and attentive but didn't hover or rush us. Very relaxing dinner. Had the Hotate scallops, kara-age chicken and Ribs with Bento box. All so good but best bite was the scallops. Corn pudding for dessert. Delicious but wish there was more of the corn. The pecan topping overwhelmed it a bit. But don't get me wrong it was still amazing.
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Sanjay
Las Vegas
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Interesting food and concept with Japanese flavors of barbecue.
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Raul José
San Antonio
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Loud but lively. Reputation for kitchen running out of certain items as it gets closer to end of night. Reservations made but restaurant was still 45 min late to seat us, which could have contributed to certain food items being unavailable. Mediocre experience unfortunately
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Travis
Austin
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
Hectic NYE experience. Been before and enjoy what Kemuri has to offer and with holiday business expectations in mind, still had a sour time. BUT! Our wait staff was very kind and accommodating where possible.
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Indre
Austin
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Waited 45 min for a table even though we had a reservation…. The whole point of making a res on NYE was to not waste time at dinner
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Timothy
Austin
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It was a bit busy on NYE, as expected, but the overall experience felt off compared to other visits. The food lacked the “wow” factor that it had before, and the tiki drinks were good, but were filled to the brim with ice.
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Tori
VIP
Tallahassee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always have an amazing time at Kemuri-Tatsuya. New Year’s Eve was no different! We loved the omakase menu - everything tasted fresh and amazing. The quality here is incredible, especially for the price. Can’t recommend it enough!
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Rachel
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love, love, LOVE the food and drinks here! And the vibes are great. My husband and I love having such a nice place so close to our East Riverside home.
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FAQs

Kemuri Tatsu-ya is rated 4.7 stars by 44 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 12, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Website
https://www.kemuri-tatsuya.com/
Phone number
(512) 803-2224

Kemuri Tatsu-ya

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Additional information

First Available/Priority Seating

First Available/Priority Seating

Hightop Bar

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Kemuri Tatsu-ya restaurant rated?

Is Kemuri Tatsu-ya currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information