Oliver Siodmak

After shopping down the street i stumbled upon Lucky Robot, and im so glad I did. The food is awesome, beautifully served. If the weather is cooperating, get an outside table to watch the locals and tourists float by.

Jeanette

Whatever the cost, this place is worth it. I can see how some places in Austin are total tourist traps but this is not one of them. Don't let the Instagram appeal fool you. Service was impeccable, our waiter checked in on us frequently and was very knowledgeable about the menu. The decor was detailed and very appealing. They even had a coveted swing for seating. The food was very fresh with an eclectic menu and a small but diverse cocktail menu. The pork belly bao was one of my favorites anywhere. The crispy barbacoa dumpling was absolutely delicious. The dining area isnt that large so I'd highly recommend reservations during peak hours.

+5

Joshua Hebert

Food was amazing I recommend the spicy edamame and the Paitan Ramen. Pro-tip save some of your spice from the spicy edamame and put it in your ramen. The service was great no issues! The atmosphere is very stunning small place but very beautiful.

MJ B

Love this Austin gem on SoCo. They have incredible nonalcoholic drinks that are a pleasant surprise for those who don’t drink. I tried the bao which was woooow! The sushi is phenomenal and tastes so clean. The presentation of each dish adds such a layer of perfection to your experience. We were able to get in on a Saturday night after a 15 min wait around 8:30pm…that alone is a win in my book. I’ve been here many times but finally am writing a review hoping others who want to come do make the trip down to this spot. One thing I really love about Lucky Robot is the ambiance inside. This night we were sat in a fun spot that had a swing as the seat and we faced a huge window for top tier people watching as hundreds walked by. Lastly, the staff are outstanding and give you the upmost diligent service. I always have a great time chatting with whoever is helping me from the hostesses to the servers. All are so kind and take tons of pride in representing their incredible place of work. Always a 10/10, so so recommend!

Janeth Zamora

The food was great! Due to the fish it does have a smell but it's tolerable. I think anyone who enjoys sushi like I do would be 100% okay with the smell of fresh fish. It is definitely not an overwhelming smell though, it's a faint smell that you get used to after a few minutes.

Jennifer El Nil

Cute place located in a good shopping and other food district. Street and close parking. It has traditional Japanese seating and normal design. Probably can do 2-6 for seating. We did not have a reservation however I do recommend it if you want to be sure to get a seat. The food was great excerpt for the ramen. I would not come here for ramen. But the Bao buns, and everything else was delicious. There is indoor and outdoor seating.

+8

Andy Gonzalez

My wife and I had dinner here for the first time. I heard a lot of good things about this place and they were all confirmed. We had a meal that ranged from traditional Japanese sushi to fusion dishes like barbacoa dumplings. Here’s our order: Japanese Whiskey - Legent (it’s was excellent) Spicy Edamame Brussel Sprouts Crispy Barbacoa Dumplings Haramasa Serrano Wagyu Short Rib Nigiri Crispy Pork Belly Kakuni Voltron Roll Chefs Choice Nagiri There were at least a dozen other menu items that were order worthy, but you can only eat so much! We had a great time. The staff was kind, prompt and knowledgeable. Our server (Willow) was awesome. The entire vibe of this place can make you feel like you’re in a scene from some sort of Japanese gangster flick. We’ll be back!

+2

Abigail Thomas

Perfect perfect perfect. What a treasure of a place. Every dish hit, every drink was perfectly recommended, there were no mistakes made. The crowd was a mix of locals and tourists ranging in ages from 14 to 45. They have swing seating, and fake plants but they care about you, I swear! Get the sake flight ✈️ or just the Dassan Blue Sake, its such a unique taste with elements of pear, citrus, and orange. I can't wait to go back.

+2

Megan Madewell

Lucky Robot is such a fun spot! The whole vibe is upbeat and energetic, with funky decor and a lively atmosphere that makes it feel different from any other sushi place I’ve been to. It’s the kind of restaurant where you can just relax, enjoy yourself, and soak in the experience. The food was amazing! Everything feels thoughtfully put together, from the presentation to the taste. Chef Kevin made the night even better with his welcoming personality and great energy. He fit right in with the playful, fun atmosphere and made the experience feel personal. This is definitely a place I’ll be coming back to, especially to try the tasting menu (but only with Kevin). If you’re looking for delicious sushi in a cool, vibrant setting, Lucky Robot is the spot!

Jason Peake

Food and service was great! The deep fried dumplings were more of a pot sticker, but the pork dumplings were incredible and what you'd expect. Their rolls are great as well - I like that don't drizzle the sauces over the rolls so it's an option instead of part of the roll

Christina Hope Justice-Antokoletz (Black Swan Sibyl)

We came here for Mother’s Day and had a great experience. We sat outside, and the atmosphere was relaxed and comfortable. The food was fresh and full of flavor. We ordered the R2D2 and C-3PO rolls, the brussel sprouts, and the ceviche. Everything was prepared well and tasted great. Service was fast and friendly, even though it was a busy day. I definitely want to come back again, especially to try the happy hour menu. This is a solid spot for sushi and small plates in Austin.

+4

Annette Wilson

I love sushi, and this was truly the best sushi experience I had in my life! I highly recommend this place. Reservations are recommended, however, we went around 515 which was a good timing. First off, parking was fairly easy of Congress. Second off, we were able to get a table for two fairly easy. I believe between 5 and 7 PM is happy hour which includes many of their popular dishes with significant discounts. I cannot recommend this place enough, and definitely will be coming back when I can.

+3

This place has amazing food, service, and ambiance! Highly recommend especially the crudo!!

This place has amazing food, service, and ambiance! Highly recommend especially the crudo!!

This place has amazing food, service, and ambiance! Highly recommend especially the crudo!!

This place has amazing food, service, and ambiance! Highly recommend especially the crudo!!

Veggie ramen was really good, and the service was great.\nHad to come back the next day again !

veggie ramen was really good, and the service was great.\nHad to come back the next day again !

Veggie ramen was really good, and the service was great.\nHad to come back the next day again !

I really enjoyed my time during happy hour here. I opted for the HH omakase and it didn't disappoint. 4/5 items were immaculate. I rarely eat red meat and one of the items were wagyu dumplings with…

Came here during restaurant week and loved it! So much food and so much variety for such a good price! They had a prefix menu so it took all the guess work out for me and my friend, kinda like an o…

Using open table made it easy to get a table without a wait. It's a smaller and intimate restaurant with aged fish options. One is aged 14 days. Our service was great with Cameron. She and the rest…

Lucky Robot on South Congress is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere is unforgettable--trendy Japanese décor with cherry blossoms and even disco balls creates such a fun, v…

Tiny Gem Alert! We came by for dessert, but could have stayed for a full meal. We walked in and our waitress told us there would be a 10 - 15 minute wait. I decided we'd look elsewhere because ...b…

The happy hour 5 course chef's tasting was phenomenal!\nKendra our server was friendly and knowledgeable. \nThe restaurant was clean and beautifully decorated!\nWonderful spot to stop when on south…

Lucky Robot has always been an amazing Austin experience, but it had been a while since we had a chance to visit. It’s somehow better than ever, from the exceptional menu to the top tier service and …

The food was fabulous. The atmosphere also spot on. The portion sizes did not match the price. There were two of us. We ordered two appetizers and two sushi entrees for $65 and left hungry. The…

The best sushi I've ever had. We visited Lucky Robot in 2018 and loved it so much we were sure to go back in 2024. It was just as good if not better than we remembered. Especially the spider rolls…

The food was amazing as well as the kindness of the staff ! The place also has a really modern vibe, the lights, the seats. The variety of the menu was quite big.

We came here for a special date night to celebrate our anniversary! Ben was our server and he was really great in giving us the scoop on food. He's one of those servers that if you are adventurou…

We came here for a special date night to celebrate our anniversary! Ben was our server and he was really great in giving us the scoop on food. He's one of those servers that if you are adventurou…

LUCKY ROBOT is a great Japanese kitchen with delicious sushi. It was a lovely evening and we were able to sit outside. It was a great people watching venue with so many people out and about on So…

LUCKY ROBOT is a great Japanese kitchen with delicious sushi. It was a lovely evening and we were able to sit outside. It was a great people watching venue with so many people out and about on So…

Kickboxer 205

Absolute excellent food. The chicken Karagge (not sure if I spelled it correctly) was unbelievably scrumptious and out of this world. Also the sushi plates were amazing. Everything was good, but the service wasn’t very attentive. And the seating was uncomfortable. Still a pretty good experience overall and highly recommend it!

+2

Marsha Armstrong

Chef’s tasting? Oh, absolutely. I don’t eat sushi that often, but this experience had me ready to convert. I did the 5-course chef’s tasting—chef’s choice all the way—and every plate was a little masterpiece. I’m not gonna list each dish (go check the menu if you’re curious), but just know it was fire from start to finish. The vibe in this place? Straight-up dope. Cool, colorful, and cozy. Like Tokyo took a detour through South Congress and decided to stay. Let’s talk drinks: I had the Seasonal Mule—vodka, peach, lemon, and ginger beer. Light, fresh, and a little feisty. I could’ve had two but I like to stay humble. Bonus highlight: My granddaughter got the spinach and shiitake dumplings and y’all—she was in dumpling heaven. That girl doesn’t play when it comes to her food, and she gave ‘em the thumbs up. They also have a happy hour menu that’s definitely worth checking out. I’m already plotting .

+3

Amazing food and decor! The service was a little slow on a weekend afternoon. But the food was delicious. I had sushi and my wife and my son had ramen each. We all had really good time. We would be…

overpriced, like way way overpriced. $6 for a piece of the Jack fish sushi. Are you kidding me? Avoid unless you're rich

Came here for a work happy hour. The happy hour menu had a lot of great bites and drinks to try. I ordered the bees knees which tasted fantastic and presented well. Service was good and our serve…

Lucky Robot located on Congress Street on the edge of downtown, sushi and fresh fridge displaying some fish. Great staff and decor. The food taste was so-so.

Lucky Robot located on Congress Street on the edge of downtown, sushi and fresh fridge displaying some fish. Great staff and decor. The food taste was so-so.

Lucky Robot located on Congress Street on the edge of downtown, sushi and fresh fridge displaying some fish. Great staff and decor. The food taste was so-so.

Lucky Robot located on Congress Street on the edge of downtown, sushi and fresh fridge displaying some fish. Great staff and decor. The food taste was so-so.

Enjoyed my time here. The Hira Hira roll was delicious, the miso was ok, and the ramen was tasty. Only complaint is that they forgot one of the items we ordered and brought out food as it was rea…

Be sure to get a reservation if possible. Limited seating and good food. We tried several of the happy hour items and enjoyed them all. One of the “cool tastings” Toro w Fig is fabulous. I highly r…

Maggie Sauriol

Over a decade ago, I was coming for lunch all the time and loved it. I broke my hiatus by going for dinner last night: two people, Friday night, seats at the sushi bar. The wait service (Aaron) was fantastic, attentive, and helpful with suggestions. We were both disappointed by the food. The brussels sprouts were fantastic, but nothing else had any flavor and the amount of rice on nigiri and rolls was horrifying. The Crudo was beautiful, but had absolutely no flavor, and same comment for the nigiri and rolls. The dumplings had a great flavor, but we’re not served hot enough. Nigiri was great quality fish, good texture, but no taste, and again with WAY too much rice. While the restaurant overall has a fantastic vibe, the sushi bar was boring, faced away from the beautiful restaurant, and crowded. We spent $218 for two people, no booze. The big line items were the crudo (Hiramasa Serrano) and Voltron roll. Unfortunately this one was a miss for us. We will not be returning.

Battle roll, might have been the worst, most deflated sushi roll I've ever had. Brussels sprouts were great but have worst indigestion ever. Mushroom, pork belly and wagyu nigiri not worth it... flav…

Battle roll, might have been the worst, most deflated sushi roll I've ever had. Brussels sprouts were great but have worst indigestion ever. Mushroom, pork belly and wagyu nigiri not worth it... …

Service was excellent. ambiance as cute. Food, however, was just ok. For their price point, I was expecting something better. We had various nigiri, Sea3PO roll, waygu hot rock, and dessert. The be…

service was excellent. Ambiance as cute. Food, however, was just ok. For their price point, I was expecting something better. We had various nigiri, Sea3PO roll, waygu hot rock, and dessert. The be…

Service was excellent. Ambiance as cute. Food, however, was just ok. For their price point, I was expecting something better. We had various nigiri, Sea3PO roll, waygu hot rock, and dessert. The be…

Over a decade ago, I was coming for lunch all the time and loved it. I broke my hiatus by going for dinner last night: two people, Friday night, seats at the sushi bar. \n\nThe wait service (Aaron)…

H Xu

I had the best sushi here 7 years ago and was looking forward for a return. However today’s experience was drastically different. I ordered the same thing (a bowl of Chirashi”), the fish along with other toppings are the thinnest slices I’ve ever seen. Not to mention the quality was also questionable. I look at this 1mm thick fish and avocado and felt speechless (see my pictures). Wow, this place has reduced itself to such level. I won’t be back again.