Cold TastingHamachi Crudo
$24.00Orange, ponzu, orange oil, serrano pepper.
Chef Paul Qui · South Lamar · Austin
Beautiful and
Intentional
A handroll bar rooted in balance, restraint, and craft. James Beard Award–winning Chef Paul Qui's vision — alive on South Lamar.
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Our Story
Beautiful
and Intentional
Chef Paul Qui has carried this idea since his early days at Uchi in 2003 — sushi as both craft and visual experience, closer to art than food. Kitsu Nori is that vision, finally alive on South Lamar.
Inspired by ikebana and kintsugi — balance, restraint, and intention in every bite. Nothing accidental. Everything transformed.
Read Our StorySignature Dishes
A Taste of Kitsu Nori
A few of our most beloved creations — each one a balance of tradition, technique, and Texas-sized flavor.
Cold Tasting
Chef's PickWagyu A5 Carpaccio
$29.00Farm egg, crispy mushrooms, wasabi, pickles, meyer lemon.
YakimonoDry Aged Toro Steak
$65.00Flat iron, asian pear, leeks, tare.
PremiumUni Handroll
$24.00Hand harvested in Maine.
Hours of Operation
Come Visit Us
MondayClosed
Tuesday – Thursday5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday – Saturday5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Sunday5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Reservations
Walk-ins welcome · Reservations recommended
30 seats inside · ~145-seat patio shared with Roselle next door
What Our Guests Say
Loved by Austin
“Absolutely the best sushi in Austin. The dragon roll is a work of art — and the atmosphere is so calming and beautiful. Will be back every week.”
“Kitsu Nori has spoiled me for every other sushi spot. The wagyu tataki is unreal. Chef Kenji clearly pours his heart into every dish.”
“Took my partner here for our anniversary. The omakase experience was flawless — each course a surprise, each bite better than the last. Truly special.”
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