Bon Japanese Cuisine

Good service. Sunday lunch was pretty quiet. The menu had a lot of options with some unique selections like the fried rice roll. Good quiet place to come with excellent traditional options and local ones.

Absolutely the BEST Japanese restaurant!!! Staffs are amazing and friendly, atmosphere is perfect and food ...OMG I have never had such a fresh and delicious Japanese food!!! Even better than Japan!❤️

Delivered everything we were looking for in a sushi experience at a high level.Food was fresh and well prepared, well organized and inviting menu, great service, and a welcoming atmosphere. First time here but definitely not the last.

Bon has an amazing selection of sushi. We went there a few times and were surprised and happy by the freshness of their food. Since moving from west coast were were looking for a sushi place to be our "go to" place and BON became our place since our first visit, there is no other Japanese place around to compare. Servers are super friendly and attentive. The atmosphere is family friendly and also has a side for parties or more private seating (I guess!?). We always have a good experience at BON. I recommend this place to any who want to have good food and good service experience. Cheers!

Our favorite place ever! The staff is so friendly in the food is AMAZING!! Easy place to take your kids also!

Bon Sushi is hands down the best! Always fresh, high-quality, and absolutely delicious. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is great, and every visit is consistently amazing. Highly recommend!

My new favorite sushi place near Lakeway. They have the freshest tasting fish, best service, and atmosphere.

Excellent Dining and a pleasurable Feast! Our waiter Shawn was Super attentive and very Helpful ordering meals. Thank you definately love this Place!

I was starving today when I came to eat at Bon! They have a wonderful lunch special in which you can pick one “choice role”, and then receive Nigri and Sashimi Chef picks. This is fun because you can pick a roll and then you can also get surprised by some delicious food. The special comes with edamame, miso soup, and a mouth-watering salad. It was within the $20 range. I would say that this is a great deal for the high-quality of sushi and food that they offer here. They do not rush you, and the environment is very relaxing. It is perfect for a social gathering, Family dinner, or even just a solo excursion! I highly recommend Bon Japanese Cuisine. My server, Shaw, was very patient, informative, and attentive. The hostess who greeted me, Vee, was a very cool gal. She made me feel super welcomed when I came into the restaurant alone and even periodically checked on me to make sure everything was going smoothly and excellently. Come check out Bon Japanese Cuisine! PS the food is phenomenal. I want to reiterate that!

This place was amazing 👏. The food was great quality and service was fast. I highly recommend.

The sushi here is very good, especially the uni and toro nigiri - each bite was fresh and melted in my mouth, showcasing the quality of the ingredients. The udon was another highlight, with a flavorful broth and perfectly tender noodles that complemented the sushi experience. The restaurant’s interior is tastefully designed, combining modern elements with a cozy, inviting ambiance that enhances the overall dining experience. Whether you’re here for a quick meal or a leisurely dinner, the atmosphere and food work together to create something truly special.

I have had the honor of tasting great, and mediocre, as well as plain awful sushi around the globe, and Bon's unassuming exterior and simple decor belie the exemplary fare they serve. When you taste great sushi, you just know. From the melt-in-the mouth super fresh fish & seafood to the simple but hugely complex art of perfect sushi rice that is just the right temperature, humidity, consistency and taste, Bon's chefs are right up there with the best of them.

I felt as though Employees genuinely enjoyed serving me as I never felt bad about asking question after question about my gluten free intolerance, they went out of there way to make sure I knew that any menu items were custom tailored to my needs. And the food was stellar of course. I am definitely going back.

Ordered the Ceviche tasting plate, edamame and strawberry mochi. About 30 dollars.Wanna be a baller, shot caller Twenty-inch blades on the Impala Call her, gettin' laid tonight Swisha rolled tight, got sprayed by Ike.

Best sushi in the south west side of town! Not only is all the plating beautiful, the fish tastes fresh and delicious. But my favorite thing about going here is how friendly everyone is, amazing service.

Service was great and friendly. The food was nice. There are so many choices which is awesome. I like the atmosphere and the interior design. Very close to my office, great location. I will recommend my colleagues to visit again.

The food is really good, one of the best Japanese restaurant in Austin! The server also nice and taking care our table all the time. Definitely will come back again.

ALWAYS absolutely fantastic. I have not had a roll I didn’t like from them. Super high quality and service is always kind and efficient!

Kelly Brown

I was starving today when I came to eat at Bon! They have a wonderful lunch special in which you can pick one “choice role”, and then receive Nigri and Sashimi Chef picks. This is fun because you can pick a roll and then you can also get surprised by some delicious food. The special comes with edamame, miso soup, and a mouth-watering salad. It was within the $20 range. I would say that this is a great deal for the high-quality of sushi and food that they offer here. They do not rush you, and the environment is very relaxing. It is perfect for a social gathering, Family dinner, or even just a solo excursion! I highly recommend Bon Japanese Cuisine. My server, Shaw, was very patient, informative, and attentive. The hostess who greeted me, Vee, was a very cool gal. She made me feel super welcomed when I came into the restaurant alone and even periodically checked on me to make sure everything was going smoothly and excellently. Come check out Bon Japanese Cuisine! PS the food is phenomenal. I want to reiterate that!

Kai

This place was amazing 👏. The food was great quality and service was fast. I highly recommend.

Dmitriy Mykalo

The sushi here is very good, especially the uni and toro nigiri - each bite was fresh and melted in my mouth, showcasing the quality of the ingredients. The udon was another highlight, with a flavorful broth and perfectly tender noodles that complemented the sushi experience. The restaurant’s interior is tastefully designed, combining modern elements with a cozy, inviting ambiance that enhances the overall dining experience. Whether you’re here for a quick meal or a leisurely dinner, the atmosphere and food work together to create something truly special.

Tina Huang

Service was great and friendly. The food was nice. There are so many choices which is awesome. I like the atmosphere and the interior design. Very close to my office, great location. I will recommend my colleagues to visit again.

Angus Cook

I have had the honor of tasting great, and mediocre, as well as plain awful sushi around the globe, and Bon's unassuming exterior and simple decor belie the exemplary fare they serve. When you taste great sushi, you just know. From the melt-in-the mouth super fresh fish & seafood to the simple but hugely complex art of perfect sushi rice that is just the right temperature, humidity, consistency and taste, Bon's chefs are right up there with the best of them.

Clayton Aylor

I felt as though Employees genuinely enjoyed serving me as I never felt bad about asking question after question about my gluten free intolerance, they went out of there way to make sure I knew that any menu items were custom tailored to my needs. And the food was stellar of course. I am definitely going back.

Miguel Archundia

Ordered the Ceviche tasting plate, edamame and strawberry mochi. About 30 dollars.Wanna be a baller, shot caller Twenty-inch blades on the Impala Call her, gettin' laid tonight Swisha rolled tight, got sprayed by Ike.

Iris Wenzel

Best sushi in the south west side of town! Not only is all the plating beautiful, the fish tastes fresh and delicious. But my favorite thing about going here is how friendly everyone is, amazing service.

M

The food is really good, one of the best Japanese restaurant in Austin! The server also nice and taking care our table all the time. Definitely will come back again.

Caitlyn Hurst

ALWAYS absolutely fantastic. I have not had a roll I didn’t like from them. Super high quality and service is always kind and efficient!

Bon Japanese Cuisine – Review Bon Japanese Cuisine offers a cozy and authentic Japanese dining experience. The menu features classic dishes like sushi, sashimi, tempura, and ramen, prepared with fresh ingredients. Pros: - Fresh and well-presented sushi and sashimi - Flavorful ramen and other traditional dishes - Friendly and attentive service - Calm and inviting atmosphere Cons: - Limited seating, so it can get busy during peak hours - Prices are a bit on the higher side but justified by quality Overall, Bon Japanese Cuisine is a great spot for Japanese food lovers seeking quality and authenticity. Rating: 4/5

I live in the neighborhood behind Bon and I'm thrilled to have such a wonderful sushi restaurant so close by in Lakeway! I'm a regular customer and the sushi never disappoints. It's so fresh and flavorful. Also, try the lemon drop martini, my fav!

Bon sushi has amazing food and the customer service cannot be beat! The interior is decorated beautifully, and the food is plated thoughtfully, and it tastes good! It’s a hidden gem. I love sushi, and I can say this is my favorite sushi restaurant! Get the tofu dish for sure if you decide to get any apps!

If I could give 10 stars I would! Found our new go-to sushi joint. Raw food was fresh, rice was sticky and delicious, and service from Rudolph was above and beyond! I always test a sushi place by its miso soup, ikura with quail egg, and hamachi‐kama. This place soared in all categories. I divulged in a few other rolls - the Alaskan and the Fireman - which were also fresh, creative, and delicious. Bonus stars for them having a very decent wine menu with old world, European selections! Can't stand the big label Cali wines that dominate most all sushi places and do not pair well with the food. We'll be back!!!

Lemmon Zeast

Bon Japanese Cuisine – Review Bon Japanese Cuisine offers a cozy and authentic Japanese dining experience. The menu features classic dishes like sushi, sashimi, tempura, and ramen, prepared with fresh ingredients. Pros: - Fresh and well-presented sushi and sashimi - Flavorful ramen and other traditional dishes - Friendly and attentive service - Calm and inviting atmosphere Cons: - Limited seating, so it can get busy during peak hours - Prices are a bit on the higher side but justified by quality Overall, Bon Japanese Cuisine is a great spot for Japanese food lovers seeking quality and authenticity. Rating: 4/5

Julia Mechler

If I could give 10 stars I would! Found our new go-to sushi joint. Raw food was fresh, rice was sticky and delicious, and service from Rudolph was above and beyond! I always test a sushi place by its miso soup, ikura with quail egg, and hamachi‐kama. This place soared in all categories. I divulged in a few other rolls - the Alaskan and the Fireman - which were also fresh, creative, and delicious. Bonus stars for them having a very decent wine menu with old world, European selections! Can't stand the big label Cali wines that dominate most all sushi places and do not pair well with the food. We'll be back!!!

Pamela Hults

I live in the neighborhood behind Bon and I'm thrilled to have such a wonderful sushi restaurant so close by in Lakeway! I'm a regular customer and the sushi never disappoints. It's so fresh and flavorful. Also, try the lemon drop martini, my fav!

Taylor Smith

Bon Sushi is hands down the best! Always fresh, high-quality, and absolutely delicious. The staff is friendly, the atmosphere is great, and every visit is consistently amazing. Highly recommend!

Now, I have to be honest and say I haven’t had that much sushi in Austin. So I don’t know how it compares locally. But I do eat it a lot in NYC. Our experience here was great. Because we had a large party, we were seated in a private room, which was nice because it was a bit quieter than the main dining room. Service was patient and friendly with our large unruly group, if a little slow at first. Sushi was fresh and flavorful. My family was skeptical, since it’s a new place and they love sushi and have high standards. But it passed the test. Will definitely consider returning next time I’m in the area.

Nice place. Wonderful staff. We sat at the sushi bar. Super fresh fish and a lot of variety. It was a Tuesday and they got the yellowtail that day. The salmon was also wonderful. The roll we had was riceless which was a good change.

Trey Robinson

Nice place. Wonderful staff. We sat at the sushi bar. Super fresh fish and a lot of variety. It was a Tuesday and they got the yellowtail that day. The salmon was also wonderful. The roll we had was riceless which was a good change.

While I have had better sushi in Austin, Bon is definitely in the top three in the Lakeway/ BeeCave area. Their Bon roll is my favorite along with the Bee and TX. We also love their beef gyoza and chicken karaage. I didn’t try any of their sake but they seem to have a good selection. The prices are on the higher side, but I am ok with paying more for good sushi. Very helpful and friendly staff. We got everything we ordered quickly.

Our waitress was great. However there seemed to be a problem with the chef, and we never got our appetizers/they didn't come out until AFTER our meal... The entree wasn't great either.

This used to be our favorite sushi place and ever since Henry, one of the owners, has been gone it’s lost its pizazz. The quality of the fish seems to have gone down and tonight’s 10 piece sashimi was almost inedible. All the fish was slightly warmer than comfortable, scallops were chewy and fishy, and the tuna which is typically our favorite has this odd smoke flavor. I was glad to see they were busy but a guest spilled their wine all over the floor and it sat there for a solid 45 minutes with the owner and staff walking over it. By the time we left , the rush had died down with staff and owner alike standing around while guests were forced to walk around the huge puddle of wine and “wet floor” sign that the owner placed 30 minutes prior. Just odd.

Located conveniently off the 620 and plenty of parking. Make sure you are parked out front instead of the back where we parked. Oddly, the back has a big lighted sign and looks like the entrance until you walk up to the door and see the sign that says "go around". We were seated right away on a Saturday evening with no reservations. It's a large restaurant and even has a room for private events. Our server came over right away and took our drink/appetizer orders. We started off with the Edamame and Seaweed Salad. The Edamame comes either with salt or truffles; we had the salt but wish they would offer a spicy version like most places do these days. The seaweed salad was a generous portion but was drowning in the dressing. Great dressing but just too much. For the sushi, we tried a few pieces of Tuna and Yellow Tail. The portions were very good and the fish was quite fresh. For rolls, we had a Philly Roll and a Sunset Roll. The Philly Roll was just okay; very little Salmon and the salmon wasn't great. It wasn't bad fish, but it was just "okay". For the Sunset Roll - salmon, shrimp tempura, crab and masago. This was a delicious roll! The service was good but a few things that were a bit unusual. We had to ask for soy sauce and when the server brought it out, he poured it but wouldn't leave the the container with us. The place certainly wasn't so busy they couldn't afford to let us have our own and pour as we felt rather than having to ask our server each time we wanted some soy sauce. Very odd. Overall, the service is good and the sushi is pretty fresh. I'm sure we will come back again.

James

Located conveniently off the 620 and plenty of parking. Make sure you are parked out front instead of the back where we parked. Oddly, the back has a big lighted sign and looks like the entrance until you walk up to the door and see the sign that says "go around". We were seated right away on a Saturday evening with no reservations. It's a large restaurant and even has a room for private events. Our server came over right away and took our drink/appetizer orders. We started off with the Edamame and Seaweed Salad. The Edamame comes either with salt or truffles; we had the salt but wish they would offer a spicy version like most places do these days. The seaweed salad was a generous portion but was drowning in the dressing. Great dressing but just too much. For the sushi, we tried a few pieces of Tuna and Yellow Tail. The portions were very good and the fish was quite fresh. For rolls, we had a Philly Roll and a Sunset Roll. The Philly Roll was just okay; very little Salmon and the salmon wasn't great. It wasn't bad fish, but it was just "okay". For the Sunset Roll - salmon, shrimp tempura, crab and masago. This was a delicious roll! The service was good but a few things that were a bit unusual. We had to ask for soy sauce and when the server brought it out, he poured it but wouldn't leave the the container with us. The place certainly wasn't so busy they couldn't afford to let us have our own and pour as we felt rather than having to ask our server each time we wanted some soy sauce. Very odd. Overall, the service is good and the sushi is pretty fresh. I'm sure we will come back again.

Melanie F

This used to be our favorite sushi place and ever since Henry, one of the owners, has been gone it’s lost its pizazz. The quality of the fish seems to have gone down and tonight’s 10 piece sashimi was almost inedible. All the fish was slightly warmer than comfortable, scallops were chewy and fishy, and the tuna which is typically our favorite has this odd smoke flavor. I was glad to see they were busy but a guest spilled their wine all over the floor and it sat there for a solid 45 minutes with the owner and staff walking over it. By the time we left , the rush had died down with staff and owner alike standing around while guests were forced to walk around the huge puddle of wine and “wet floor” sign that the owner placed 30 minutes prior. Just odd.

The food quality should not differ between dining-in or take-out. Customers should not check and ensure take-out food should be what it is, especially for a sushi restaurant. I spent $123 for a take-out dinner for a family member in the Baylor Hospital at Lakeway. I was very disappointed at the food quality. The service and atmosphere do not fit the food quality.

Quality of sushi has gone downhill unfortunately. They now charge you per refill for non-alcoholic options (iced tea, etc). The new all-you-can-eat option is only if the entire party also participates at $39/person. Will not return. :(

Dropping from 4 to 2 stars. Service still meh. Mostly a revolving crew of teenagers, it seems. Went again tonight. Teenage waiter speaks on a near-whisper level in a loud restaurant. Appetizer comes out after main sushi. Sushi was brought out by owner, the older guy with the airpod in. Held the plate with almost 50 bucks worth of sushi by his chest and was talking to us. Yay spittle on the food. Tuna nigiri came out with a dot of jalapeno relish or something on it. Odd choice for what should be an awesome piece of fish. Well, it wasn't firm, but nearly falling apart and the spicy stuff was to mask the taste of the fish going bad. Weird service/savings: they skimp on soy sauce, ginger and wasabi. Just tiny amounts. Very odd. We're taking a break. Too bad, because it's a pretty convenient location. ------- Original review Food: typically good. It can vary a little day to day, but overall the fish seems quite good. Interesting rolls, some can be a bit heavy on sauce, so make sure to choose carefully. They have pictures! Service: truly hit or miss. Often a miss. Last night our waiter took drinks and appetizer order, but I guess didn't write down the appetizer. When asked when our main meal came out, it was a typical teenager response: no apology and some mumbling trying to find the fault elsewhere To the owner: please train your staff better at taking orders and customer interaction. Also retain some senior wait staff. All in all it's a good local place, just be aware of the teenagers.

I don’t like to give crumby reviews, but the sashimi was really disappointing. It was a little slimy, it smelled more fishy than it probably should 😅, and had a pungent flavor. The eel was a little better than the tuna and the miso soup was decent. This may have been an outlier, but it was not what we were expecting. Maybe the rolls with rice or something else is a little better. The serving sizes were also pretty small for the price. I hope your experience is better than ours - happy eating!

It has high rating so we picked it. Easy parking, right in front, and a lot of open table. Maybe it's lunch time and weekend, it was pretty empty. Kids always order the same, basic salmon maki. Judging from how slow they ate and didn't finish, it wasn't the greatest and I know they are still hungry. We finished and went to another spot to fill up our stomach. Great service otherwise...

Jess Meaders

I don’t like to give crumby reviews, but the sashimi was really disappointing. It was a little slimy, it smelled more fishy than it probably should 😅, and had a pungent flavor. The eel was a little better than the tuna and the miso soup was decent. This may have been an outlier, but it was not what we were expecting. Maybe the rolls with rice or something else is a little better. The serving sizes were also pretty small for the price. I hope your experience is better than ours - happy eating!

Leo' Travel

It has high rating so we picked it. Easy parking, right in front, and a lot of open table. Maybe it's lunch time and weekend, it was pretty empty. Kids always order the same, basic salmon maki. Judging from how slow they ate and didn't finish, it wasn't the greatest and I know they are still hungry. We finished and went to another spot to fill up our stomach. Great service otherwise...

The service in this restaurant is great, and the food is good, but the prices are high...and on top of that, not what you'll be charged. Items priced at $30 on the menu came back at $33, another priced at $10 came back at $14, with no warning. I spent a lot for 2 people and at least $30 worth were sneak attacks...dishonest menu~!

Amanda Johnston

The service in this restaurant is great, and the food is good, but the prices are high...and on top of that, not what you'll be charged. Items priced at $30 on the menu came back at $33, another priced at $10 came back at $14, with no warning. I spent a lot for 2 people and at least $30 worth were sneak attacks...dishonest menu~!

Hello, I recently visited Bon Japanese and had an issue with the fried crab dish I ordered. It had a foul taste and smell, and even your cook acknowledged this when I sent it back. However, I noticed that I was still charged for more than half of this dish. Could you please clarify why I was charged for the crab despite its poor quality and being returned? I'm concerned about this experience and food quality would appreciate your attention to this matter

Unfortunately the experience was soured by something very uncomfortable. During my visit, a member of the management (or possibly the owner) loudly berated one of the waiters right in the middle of the dining area. No one should be treated like that, especially in front of customers. It showed a real lack of professionalism and respect. The food may have been fine, but I won’t be returning. Treating your team with dignity is just as important as what’s on the plate.

I was waiting for about 1 plus hour to just pick up the order. They literally ignored me for an hours. Thats the disrespect. I would never go there again

Why does owner like to scream at his employees and slam his hand down on corners to get his point across... while his wife laughs... loud enough for guests in the restaurant can hear it all??? 👎🏽👎🏽👎🏽GROSS BEHAVIOR. PUBLIC APOLOGY!! Waiter was wonderful. Hopes he finds a better place and PEOPLE to work for.

I had an extremely frustrating visit to Bon Japanese Cuisine. Their all-you-can-eat (AYCE) sushi promise was a complete letdown. My kids and I waited over an hour, only to receive gyoza and miso soup. The service was painfully slow, leaving us hungry and dissatisfied. We left and will not be returning. This was the worst dining experience in the area, and I caution others looking for a reliable AYCE sushi spot.

Second time here. The first time, the roll was not good but I did my best to eat it halfway and then I ordered something different because it was not good. I got the fried calamari. I still told the waitress I would be back because she was nice and attentive and I love sushi. I enjoy good service. This time, I ordered the Lakeway Roll and asked the guy about it. He said it wasn’t his favorite, and now I understand why. I like scallions but the way they cooked them and topped the roll looked like worms, and the texture….it was disgusting. When he presented that to me it looked so bad. And before I ate it I said that looked so weird. I tried one bite and I did my best not to throw up. I was under the impression it would be cooked in my roll. I started looking at the menu for a different roll, like the last time. Not exactly good if you visit a place for a second time and still not like it. And the same nice waitress from my first trip came by. I was telling her that again I didn’t like the roll but I was gonna look at something different. Well the owner or manager or whoever, he overheard and came by and said that’s how they cook it and that I was more than welcome to order something else but he would still charge me for it because cost of food. Ummm what?! First off that’s not what what I was saying. Which I understand because I used to run restaurants and familiar and of course, inflation. But for you to walk by and straight up assume that I want a free meal and tell me that you’re charging me for it when that’s not even what I was saying. I totally felt stereotyped. I’ve never been treated so rudely. Who are you to assume I can’t pay for my meal? I live in the area, I can afford my meals. I was taking a relaxing dinner and that ruined it for me. Won’t return. Advice: don’t treat your customers like this when they were literally going to pay for something different.