Review: Kemuri Tatsu-ya

Eastside izakaya rediscovers spirit of Austin

"...regardless of how successfully they could pull it off, Kemuri Tatsu-ya already had a leg up by attempting something..."

April 21, 2017 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

BBQ Ramen Tatsu-Ya Calls It Quits

The ramen restaurant group promises a remix and reopening elsewhere

"...After eight months in operation, BBQ Ramen Tatsu-Ya will extinguish its smoker on Anchor Lane on Sunday,..."

June 15, 2023 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

Shabu-Shabu Meets Fine Dining at DipDipDip Tatsu-Ya

Chef Tatsu’s latest concept offers Austin a new hot pot experience

"...DipDipDip Tatsu-Ya is the latest concept from chef/owner Tatsu Aikawa, who..."

July 9, 2019 Food Post by Jessika Roth

Tiki Tatsu-ya Raises the Bar to Islander Heaven

The Aikawa Brothers debut a worldclass venue of storied wonders

"...experiencing the new tiki bar and restaurant called Tiki Tatsu-ya on South Lamar Boulevard in Austin, Texas...."

Oct. 4, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin's Best New Restaurant DipDipDip Tatsu-ya Reinvents Shabu-Shabu

Feel free to double dip

"...loudly announced halfway through his first experience at DipDipDip Tatsu-ya. But when the specialty cart rolled up, he ordered..."

Dec. 13, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Tiki Tatsu-ya Reveals a New Old World of Culinary Adventure

Three years in the making, worthy of eternal returns

"...Tiki Tatsu-ya – now open at 1300 S. Lamar, where its..."

Oct. 8, 2021 Food Feature by Wayne Alan Brenner

Jjim BBQ Opens, Siete Brings the Jambalaya, Kemuri Gets Boxy, and a Texas Rep Possibly Sells His Soul to Satan

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...their shirts, their shoes, their entire livelihoods? Of course Kemuri Tatsu-Ya’s been really sharp about that, but now they’re..."

Feb. 10, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

A Beginner's Guide to Shabu-Shabu-Style Dining

Know what's what at DipDipDip Tatsu-ya

"...• Share the Tatsu-ya or Baller omakase (with an extra broth) and order..."

Dec. 13, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

A Guide to Austin Ramen

Local chefs look to give the dish the respect it deserves

"...to stop noodling around and opened the much-needed Ramen Tatsu-Ya...."

Feb. 17, 2017 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

Food and Music Strike a Chord With These Austin Chefs

We explore the link between the culinary and musical in anticipation of Hot Luck

"...At Kemuri Tatsu-ya, the music is as much a part of..."

May 25, 2018 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

A Beginners Guide to Japanese Food in Austin

Where to find traditional dishes beyond sushi and ramen

"...Edamame: Kemuri Tatsu-ya has set a new standard for what was..."

June 14, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

30 Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Eat some good food while you’re in town

"...28) Kemuri Tatsu-ya From the famed Ramen Tatsu-ya team, this Texas-influenced..."

March 16, 2018 Food Feature by Acacia Coronado

The Nine Best Japanese Restaurants in Austin

We pick our favorite spots for sushi, ramen, hibachi, and more

"...kaiseki experience that tastes like nothing else in town. Kemuri Tatsu-Ya 2713 E. Second http://kemuri-tatsuya.com/..."

May 8, 2018 Food Post by The Food Staff

Austin Restaurant Take-Out and Other Food Delivery Options During Coronavirus Quarantine

Support local business while maintaining your social distance

"...Kemuri Tatsu-Ya Offering pick up and delivery through Favor and..."

March 16, 2020 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Made In Makes Farewell, Tiny Grocer Champions the Dry, the Loren Brings Midnite Bagel, Uchiba Goes (Briefly) Nashville, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...Let’s see – what else, what else? Kemuri Tatsu-Ya is celebrating their seventh anniversary by bringing back..."

Jan. 3, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen Crew Has Answers

Nine pro chefs and YouTube personalities tackle our burning food Qs

"...it's been so long it feels like it is. Kemuri Tatsu-ya and Valentina's are high on my list!..."

March 20, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Five New Local Options to Shake Things Up With Your Happy Hour Crew

Happy hour is the best hour, and there’s a Tiki Tatsu-Ya coming soon

"...coupled to make the drive up north. Bonus: Tiki Tatsu-Ya..."

June 22, 2018 Food Post by Emily Beyda

New Year’s Eve Dining

Say good riddance to the old year with a belly full of yum

"...KEMURI TATSU-YA This acclaimed eatery’s new Omakase Club features three..."

Dec. 22, 2020 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Pie Eating Contest Brings Local Luminaries to the Table

Watch music and food industry types stuff their faces for charity

"...own Jessi Cape, Rustic Tap's Brett Berry, and Ramen Tatsu-ya/Kemuri Tatsu-ya's Shion Aikawa. Also demolishing desserts will be folk-rock..."

Dec. 10, 2019 Food Post by Alyssa Quiles

Photos From the 100+ Best Restaurants in Austin

"...Ramen Tatsu-Ya..."

June 13, 2019 Photo Gallery

Booze To-Go Is Here To Stay, APL’s Cookbook Reopens, Pinthouse Goes Large, Fancy Greek Noms In the Littlefield, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...truly inspired pivots and COVID-thwarting calisthenics, the virtuosi of Kemuri Tatsu-Ya have returned to à la carte izakaya service..."

May 5, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Hot Luck Food & Music Festival 2018

"...Chashu pork by Tatsu Aikawa of Kemuri Tatsu-Ya..."

May 29, 2018 Photo Gallery

Hot Luck Announces Chef and Music Lineup

Tickets are on sale now for Aaron Franklin’s party of the year

"...(Bonhomie); Sarah McIntosh, (Epicerie); Takuya Matsumoto & Tatsu Aikawa (Kemuri Tatsu-Ya); Todd Duplechan (Lenoir); Yoshi Okai (Otoko); and Zach..."

Feb. 21, 2018 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Hot Luck Announces Culinary Talent

Tickets to Aaron Franklin's new festival on sale now

"...(San Antonio’s Cured), Todd Duplechan (Lenoir), and Tatsu Aikawa (Kemuri Tatsu-Ya)...."

March 7, 2017 Food Post by Brandon Watson

The People’s Poke

Austin's influx of poke shops is very welcome, just not really Hawaiian

"...directions. That's how you wind up with guaca-poke at Kemuri Tatsu-ya and a plant-based beet-and-mango poke takeaway bowl from..."

May 4, 2018 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Top 10 Food News Stories of 2017

"...on that narrow patio. (Other notable openings include Bonhomie, Kemuri Tatsu-ya, Holy Roller, and the reopening of Celis Brewery.)..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Who Knew Eating Chicken Heads Would Be So Satisfying?

A list of some of Austin's offal offerings

"...varieties include fermented crab intestines or (detoxed) blowfish ovaries. Kemuri Tatsu-Ya devotes an entire special menu to these delicacies...."

Dec. 22, 2017 Food Feature by Adrienne White

Era Ceramics Creates Dinnerware for Austin's Top Restaurants

Local couple creates dinnerware for Austin's top restaurants

"...together. It's no wonder notable restaurants including ATX Cocina, Kemuri Tatsu-ya, Olive & June, Picnik, Pitchfork Pretty, and recently..."

Nov. 24, 2017 Food Feature by Adrienne White

Brandon Watson’s Top 10

"...1) Kemuri Tatsu-ya..."

May 5, 2017 Food Feature