Tiki Tatsu-ya

Tiki Tatsu-ya reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Veronica

   Austin1 review

   4.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   I’d hoped we could sit at a special table (and put that in as a request bc it was a birthday) and, though I understand none of those were available for just 2, I was disappointed we were seared at the very end right by the door. People kept opening and closing the door, shining bright light into the darkness again and again. I asked if there were any other options for two and the hostess said no… which was surprising bc there were plenty of available reservations online.
   

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   Jordan VIP

   Austin3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great large party table at a reasonable time. Servers made it a great immersive experience and knew their cocktails!
   

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   Elizabeth

   Houston7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazingly fun cocktails and shareable drinks. Certain drinks include special sound/light shows, fire, dry ice smoke. All food was delicious with the pork and the ribs being the table favorites. The ambiance is over the top in a fun way. Service was slow and we had to flag down our waiter for drinks, to order more food, and to pay.
   

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   Courtney

   Kansas City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Pre made cocktails. Good ambiance but very rainforest cafe.
   

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   Chris VIP

   Houston5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 14, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Drinks are excellent, staff is friendly, the bigger items get some fun theatrics, bathrooms are clean, and the decor deadens sound enough that you don't have to yell over each other, making it a great place to drink with friends you actually like.
   

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   Jurnee

   Unspecified1 review

   4.0

   Dined on May 12, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The atmosphere is absolutely incredible! I had a big party and it was amazing, drinks big enough to share with the whole table, I will definitely be coming back!!!
   

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   John

   Austin2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The cocktails are absolutely unforgettable—crafted with precision.The presentation was Spectacular. Think flaming garnishes, whimsical mugs, and theatrical reveals. Every drink felt like a mini-performance. As for the food, just wow. The menu is packed with island fare that’s rich, bold, and perfect for sharing. The Spam Musubi was one of the best I’ve ever had: crispy, savory, and addictive. Everything we ordered was vibrant, flavorful, and beautifully plated. The service was also top-notch. Friendly, attentive, and enthusiastic staff made the experience feel even more festive. They clearly love what they do and it shows. Whether you're a cocktail connoisseur, a foodie, or just looking for a fun night out with friends, Tiki Tatsu-Ya delivers. It's a little slice of paradise in the heart of Austin, and I can’t wait to go back.
   

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   Kati

   Austin1 review

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   You really have a wonderful server. She was encouraging, cheerful, very helpful and attentive. We did not eat any of the dining options. This time with the neighboring table had some delicious looking dishes.
   

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   Skyler

   Austin1 review

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Our first impression was not great as they made us wait outside for over 20 minutes when we had a reservation because our table wasn’t ready and they wouldn’t let us sit at the bar. Especially when they make a point on the reservation to say that we have a 5 minute grace period, and yet they can seat reservations 20 minutes late, that didn’t add up to a great experience. They gave the same spiel to all the other reservations that came after us. Perhaps don’t take as many reservations so you can seat people when they book? Food and service were good, but very expensive and quite gimmicky, probably won’t go back. 
   

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    Jason

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    First time visit. Date night without the kids. The ambiance was great and different. The food was amazing and complemented the creative drinks very well. The wait staff was very responsive and prompt, though respectful and gave us space to make decisions. Will definitely return.
    

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