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First they brought Japanese soul food to Austin, and now they’re adding Austin soul to Japanese food. The chefs behind Ramen Tatsu-ya have blended their roots with the influence of this barbecue-proud state to create brisket ramen, meat skewers smoked over mesquite, and banana pudding made with miso caramel.

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