Ichiban: Cozy Vibes & Seriously Satisfying Japanese Comfort Food
đź“Ť7310 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX 78757
www.austinichiban.com
If you’re craving cozy Japanese comfort food with generous portions and bold flavors, Ichiban on Burnet Road needs to be on your radar. This longtime Austin staple serves up everything from sushi to sizzling hot entrees in a space that feels part rustic cabin, part hidden izakaya.
We started with the Spicy Susan roll, a colorful combo of spicy tuna, mango, spicy salmon, avocado, and scallion. Sweet, spicy, creamy, fresh, it hit all the right notes. Balanced and flavorful without being overly heavy.
Next up was the Agedashi Tofu, lightly fried and swimming in warm, savory broth. Crisp on the outside, silky on the inside, the kind of dish that makes you feel instantly at home.
But the star of the show? The Pork Katsu with fried rice. Perfectly breaded, juicy, and huge.. this plate could easily feed two. The fried rice was buttery and packed with flavor, making it more than just a sidekick.
The vibe at Ichiban is lowkey but charming, with wooden beams, cozy booths, and that familiar hum of regulars who’ve clearly been coming here for years. It’s a place where you slow down, eat well, and leave full and happy.
Whether you’re in the mood for sushi, something fried and comforting, or just a chill night out, Ichiban delivers every time.
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