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Craft Omakase is one of the best sushi restaurants in Austin for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Austin.
Craft Omakase arrived in Austin's Rosedale neighborhood in December 2023 as a deliberate argument: that the city could support a full-commitment omakase room — Michelin-starred, twelve seats, 22 courses — built not on imported Japanese o…
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Craft Omakase is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Aguachile of Pink Shrimp with Sweet Potato and Crudo of Hamachi with Yuzu-Honey Sauce also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 483 Google reviews.
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For now, Craft Omakase holds a 10.0 rating across 483 Google reviews.
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Craft Omakase is a Sushi restaurant located in Austin, Austin. Craft Omakase arrived in Austin's Rosedale neighborhood in December 2023 as a deliberate argument: that the city could support a full-commitment omakase room — Michelin-starred, twelve seats, 22 courses — built not on imported Japanese o…
Craft Omakase is best for sushi, fine dining, japanese, michelin star, date night. Craft Omakase is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Aguachile of Pink Shrimp with Sweet Potato and Crudo of Hamachi with Yuzu-Honey Sauce also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 483 Google reviews.
Craft Omakase is in the Splurge territory price range ($$$$). Google rating: 10.0 from 483 reviews
Start with Aguachile of Pink Shrimp with Sweet Potato, Crudo of Hamachi with Yuzu-Honey Sauce, Oyster on Half Shell with Cucumber and Apple and Bluefin Tuna Tartare with Parsnip and Nori. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.
Craft Omakase holds a 10.0 Google rating from 483 reviews. Craft Omakase is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Aguachile of Pink Shrimp with Sweet Potato and Crudo of Hamachi with Yuzu-Honey Sauce also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 483 Google reviews.
Craft Omakase is located at 4400 N Lamar Blvd Suite 102, Austin, TX 78756, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.
Craft Omakase's listed hours are Check restaurant site. We recommend checking directly before visiting as hours may vary on holidays.
Yes — Craft Omakase is tagged for date night dining. Craft Omakase is an easy yes when you want somewhere that feels considered rather than fussy. Aguachile of Pink Shrimp with Sweet Potato and Crudo of Hamachi with Yuzu-Honey Sauce also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 10.0 rating across 483 Google reviews.
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