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TORA Austin Opens With Premium Aburi Sushi and High Tech Dining

February 17, 2026

There is a certain kind of optimism that comes with sitting down for sushi that literally comes to you on a conveyor belt. It is a small leap of faith. A moving plate. A quiet promise. And at TORA, that promis...

The 20 Best Sushi Restaurants and Experiences in Austin

Hayden Walker

January 7, 2026

Eating Guide, Featured, Sushi

Austin used to be a city where sushi was something you tolerated. Those days are gone. Now you can sit at a quiet chef’s counter while someone places a perfect piece of fish in front of you like it’s a sacred ...

Kitsu Nori Brings Handrolled Sushi Art to South Lamar on December 13

Hayden Walker

December 10, 2025

Dining, Featured, Sushi

James Beard Award winning chef Paul Qui is opening a new sushi concept on South Lamar that trades loud openings for quiet confidence. Kitsu Nori opens Saturday, December 13 at 2310 South Lamar Boulevard Suite ...

Rollies by Sazan Launches in Austin With Hand Rolls, Ramen, and Rare Whisky

Hayden Walker

September 18, 2025

Dining, Sushi

Austin just scored another culinary gem, and this one comes from the crew behind Sazan Ramen. Rollies is a limited time pop up hand roll and ramen bar serving a five course menu for thirty nine dollars. The ex...

Konbini Brings Late Night Sushi With Texas-Mexican Flavor to East Austin

Hayden Walker

July 21, 2025

Dining, East Austin, Featured, Sushi

Tucked away in the back of Papercut, the award-winning East Austin bar, a brand-new sushi concept called Konbini is quietly preparing to open its doors. The official launch is planned for early fall, but lucky...

Neptune Launches in Austin with Chef-Curated Sushi That Actually Delivers

Hayden Walker

July 18, 2025

Dining, Sushi

Neptune Brings Better Sushi to Austin Without the Fuss Neptune is the kind of place you wouldn’t expect to get excited about. It’s delivery only. No seating. No storefront. Just sushi and bowls, straight to...

Sushi | Bar Austin Reopens in 2nd Street District With a New Cocktail Lounge

Hayden Walker

April 7, 2025

Dining, Featured, Sushi

Sushi | Bar Austin has officially reopened in a sleek new space in the heart of the 2nd Street District, bringing its signature 17-course omakase experience to 419 West 2nd Street. The new location doubles dow...

Aburi Oshi Sushi Brings Flame-Seared Sushi to Austin

Hayden Walker

October 2, 2024

Central Austin, Featured, News, Sushi

Austin’s sushi lovers have a new destination to explore, as Aburi Oshi Sushi makes its grand debut in central Austin. Renowned for its signature flame-seared sushi and oshi-style pressed sushi, Aburi Oshi is t...

Sushi | Bar’s Fall Collaboration with Terry Black’s Barbecue

Hayden Walker

October 6, 2023

Dining, Featured, News, Sushi

Sushi | Bar, the popular omakase speakeasy in East Austin, has just unveiled its latest creation - a delectable collaboration with Texas legend Terry Black's Barbecue. Starting September 29, the 17-course ...

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Sushi | Bar Hospitality Unveils Renovations of Austin Location

Hayden Walker

May 8, 2023

Dining, Featured, Sushi

Sushi | Bar Hospitality, the revered sushi establishment known for its intimate omakase experience, has recently completed renovations to expand their highly sought-after Austin location. The restaurant, which...