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Casual izakaya & bar serving meat-centric shareable plates with Japanese & Texan influences.
Hours
| Monday | 5–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 5–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–10 PM |
| Thursday | 5–10 PM |
| Friday | 4–11 PM |
| Saturday | 4–11 PM |
| Sunday | 4–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 2713 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78702
Phone: (512) 803-2224
Website: http://kemuri-tatsuya.com/
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Reviews
Malavika Kale
Overall: good food, friendly service but food service was very, very slow, not what we’d expect at a small plates restaurant. For one of the dishes we waited 50 minutes, asked the server for an update and the ultimately had to cancel as it was going to take even longer.
Ambience: Upscale dive bar vibes, eclectic decor and funky seating with mismatched chairs and a unique mug that held napkins and cutlery in every table.
Service: our server (Anthony?) was wonderful – polite and friendly and helped with our questions about the menu! While the service overall was good, we felt the communication in general could have been better in terms of menu items that take way longer than expected, as well as giving us an update on areas of the kitchen that were backed up.
Menu: wonderfully unique menu, Japanese style tapas so you have to order multiple small plates. We got 2-3 dishes per person and it was plenty for a good meal.
Drinks: we got the Jiji Negroni (it was good) and the Shukaku Moon. The Shuhaku Moon was absolutely delicious, one of the best gin cocktails I’ve tasted in a while. I could have had several of those, was considering it came in a cute, tiny glass.
Vegetarian: if you’re a vegetarian, you won’t be disappointed! The eggplant (Hippie Bone Marrow – perfectly smoky with sesame, miso flavor) and the mushroom skewer (truly incredible, you might at first think they’re meat, they were so yummy) were delicious. The lotus salad was also great. And the dessert (Matcha Banana Pudding) was amazing.
Food: rayfin jerky was interesting, served with a mini grill on the table; bluefin carpaccio was fresh and wonderful; the cheesy takoyaki we had to cancel after waiting almost an hour for it; the short rib was sold out which was a disappointment; the hot pockets were good.
… moreAmbience: Upscale dive bar vibes, eclectic decor and funky seating with mismatched chairs and a unique mug that held napkins and cutlery in every table.
Service: our server (Anthony?) was wonderful – polite and friendly and helped with our questions about the menu! While the service overall was good, we felt the communication in general could have been better in terms of menu items that take way longer than expected, as well as giving us an update on areas of the kitchen that were backed up.
Menu: wonderfully unique menu, Japanese style tapas so you have to order multiple small plates. We got 2-3 dishes per person and it was plenty for a good meal.
Drinks: we got the Jiji Negroni (it was good) and the Shukaku Moon. The Shuhaku Moon was absolutely delicious, one of the best gin cocktails I’ve tasted in a while. I could have had several of those, was considering it came in a cute, tiny glass.
Vegetarian: if you’re a vegetarian, you won’t be disappointed! The eggplant (Hippie Bone Marrow – perfectly smoky with sesame, miso flavor) and the mushroom skewer (truly incredible, you might at first think they’re meat, they were so yummy) were delicious. The lotus salad was also great. And the dessert (Matcha Banana Pudding) was amazing.
Food: rayfin jerky was interesting, served with a mini grill on the table; bluefin carpaccio was fresh and wonderful; the cheesy takoyaki we had to cancel after waiting almost an hour for it; the short rib was sold out which was a disappointment; the hot pockets were good.
Jenny L
Welcome to Kemuri Tatsu-Ya, where the vibrant flavors of Japanese ramen and skewers meet the bold essence of Austin’s BBQ scene! If you’re a fan of delectable meat and savory noodles, this is the ultimate destination for you. Picture this: succulent, perfectly smoked meats that melt in your mouth, paired with ramen noodles that transport you straight to the bustling alleyways of Tokyo.
And don’t miss out on their unique banana pudding with matcha—it’s an unforgettable treat that perfectly balances sweetness and earthiness. I can’t wait for my next visit to explore the menu.
… moreAnd don’t miss out on their unique banana pudding with matcha—it’s an unforgettable treat that perfectly balances sweetness and earthiness. I can’t wait for my next visit to explore the menu.
Kim Baker
I haven’t been to Kemuri in years. It’s far (especially in traffic). But we went on a date night and wow, how I miss this place! They’ve enclosed the back patio now so it’s nicely cooled – no more sweating our butts off when we eat. They did shrink the puff puff pass (maybe costs have just increased too much for them) but the flavor is still great. There is mezcal in it now (I can’t remember if the old version had it). It wasn’t overly smoky and was well balanced. Of all the dishes I had, which were very delicious, my favorites were all the funky dishes and the grilled fish collar. There is something so fragrant about their grill – it seeps into the fish. So good. The funky dishes included jellyfish salad, squid marinated in its own guts, tako wasa, and monkfish. If you’re even slightly adventurous, try them all! It’s so fun to try flavors that typically aren’t in American cuisine. I can’t wait to go back to Kemuri – it is such a fun dining journey.
… moreKyler Nyhagen
Very high quality fusion of BBQ and Asian cuisine. Honestly, everything I tried on the menu was fantastic. Bar tender was quick to make sure my order was taken and my water was full!
If you just can only get one thing, get the hot pocketz. They’re incredibly tasty and filling!
… moreIf you just can only get one thing, get the hot pocketz. They’re incredibly tasty and filling!
Ravi A
Two of my favorite foods are takoyaki and unagi and when I saw they had some Texas fusion versions of these two I had to order them. And they were the best two things I had. The seaweed shooter and taiyaki cornbread were also up there. I couldn’t stomach the eggplant dish but my mom loved it so it’s probably good just not for me. The rest was good.
… moreAnna T
As a Japanese, I had to embrace the fusion and let go of the traditional flavors. Fried tofu stuffed with Gouda and brisket was a great food experiment. Resembled an Indian samosa. Marrow edamame = umami bomb. Mozuku shot – would have loved more yamaimo and grated. Yuzu spritz lacked the yuzu fragrance and flavor. Staff was super attentive and helpful. Loved the decor.
… moreAbigail Silva
We went to celebrate my birthday and really enjoyed the experience. The place is different, cozy, and very welcoming. I loved the décor and the service was excellent — our food came out quickly.
Everything we ordered was delicious, and we enjoyed every dish. I would definitely go back and highly recommend this restaurant. Just a tip: if you’re visiting on a weekend, make a reservation.
… moreEverything we ordered was delicious, and we enjoyed every dish. I would definitely go back and highly recommend this restaurant. Just a tip: if you’re visiting on a weekend, make a reservation.
Elena
Cool concept with some interesting dishes. The hot pockets were probably the best. Meat was solid. Cornbread taiyaki could def be saved towards end as a dessert. Next time will try the ramen.
… moreChristopher Brand
Dude, mind blowing food. This is the best fusion restaurant I’ve ever been to. The brisket by itself is simply amazing. Get the barbecue boat. Get the pickled turnips. The barbecue sauce was awesome. The cornbread fish thingies killed! The vibe of the place seems like something out of a Tarantino film. I loved my experience here.
… moreMckenzie Smoak
The food was good but not something to go out my way to try. A few dishes under delivered. The portion size is small, basically bar food. You could easily spend $100 and leave hungry. The atmosphere is nice and overall a good experience.
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