Tatsu-Ya
Ramen Tatsu-Ya is Austin's first brick-and-mortar ramen shop serving the authentic soul food of Japan in the heart of Texas. Our accolades include: 'Best Ramen in America' - TimeOut Magazine, 'Top 50 New Restaurants in America' - Bon Appetit Magazine and 'Best Ramen in the Nation' - Tablespoon (Best of Munchies: People's Choice Food Awards).
Chef/owner Tatsu Aikawa — the man behind Ramen Tatsu-ya — is known for melding the food of his ancestors with that of his hometown, and at Kemuri Tatsu-ya he takes it to the next level. Branded as a "Texas izakaya" and housed in an old barbecue joint, the restaurant serves up traditional Japanese bar fare but with a Southern spin: cornbread taiyaki; brisket bento hand-rolls; and guaca-poke are just a few of the fusion favorites. In typical izakaya fashion, the food is designed with drinking in mind — so be sure to sample something off the innovative cocktail menu, which is heavy on flavored shochu, sake, and both Japanese and Texas whiskeys.
From Owner/Chef Tatsu Aikawa - DipDipDip is a new-school take on traditional shabu-shabu. Shabu-shabu is a Japanese nabemono hot pot dining experience where thinly sliced meats, vegetables and other delicacies are cooked in simmering broth at the table and then dipped into flavorful sauces.
Tiki Tatsu-ya is an immersive experience, a place to escape the modern world and to an island paradise. At the entrance, located at the back of the building on Lamar Square Dr., guests will find themselves embarking on an adventure into two separate yet connected spaces. Through wooden porthole doors, they venture into the cave, peering up at a giant, two-story Shisa Dragon rock fountain, and exploring deeper to find rock walls flanked with skulls, a shield wall, and nautical accents like fishing nets and floats. A cozy booth across the fountain puts guests in the belly of an ancient trade ship, with portholes depicting scenes from the island’s discovery. At the end of the cave sits the main bar, adorned with layers of eye-catching woodwork and boasting a collection of custom mugs, glasses and a world-class selection of rum.