Kemuri Tatsu-ya
8.5Friend Score / 10#10 of 15 Restaurants in Austin
$$$
Known forreservations requiredizakayacraft cocktailsunique concept
A wildly creative Japanese-Texas BBQ fusion izakaya from the Tatsu-ya team, Kemuri blends smoked meats, Japanese bar snacks, and inventive cocktails in a moody, atmospheric space. The smoked fish collar, brisket gyoza, and Texas-smoked meats alongside Japanese small plates are unlike anything else in the city. It's loud, packed, and reservations disappear fast — walk-ins at the bar are your best bet if you didn't plan ahead.
Key facts
| Hours | Hours not verified |
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| Price | $$$ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
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| Last verified | July 16, 2026 |
Friend Score
8.5/10- Value7.5
- iconic8.5
- excellence9.0
- Crowd level9.0
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility7.0
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