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Soto - South Lamar, Austin, TX
Soto - South Lamar, Austin, TX
Soto - South Lamar, Austin, TX
Soto - South Lamar, Austin, TX
Soto - South Lamar, Austin, TX

Soto - South Lamar

4.8 (1932)
$31 to $50
Japanese
1100 South Lamar Blvd, Ste 2115, Austin, TX 78704

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2 people
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19:00
Booked 42 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Great for happy hour
Soto Restaurant is a unique Japanese restaurant located in South Austin. Executive Sushi Chef Andy, has worked as the executive chef in some of the best Japanese restaurants in the world. He now brings his extensive talent to Austin! We offer traditional Japanese cuisine as well as creative spins on some classic Japanese fair. The team now is expanding its reach south. And you can expect huge things from Chef Andy and this excellent team!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Andy Chen
  • Catering
    Email manager (at) sotorestaurant.com with Date, Time, Number of People, Occasion and contact information to get a catering quote.
  • Private party facilities
    Email manager (at) sotorestaurant.com with Date, Time, Number of People, Occasion and contact information to get a buyout quote.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    South Lamar and Treadwell
  • Parking details
    Soto offers complimentary valet parking (5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Tuesday through Sunday) as well as free garage parking in the Lamar Union parking garage.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

What 1,932 people are saying

Soto - South Lamar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Soto - South Lamar offers an extraordinary dining experience with "phenomenal" sushi and "exceptional" service. The omakase menu is a standout, showcasing "amazing flavors and choices." Guests appreciate the "knowledgeable" staff and "creative" dishes. Though some mention the price, the "quality of the fish" and thoughtful preparation make it "worth every penny."
1,932 Reviews
  1. Kathryn

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WOW! What a fantastic restaurant and dining experience! Catherine was an amazing server and the sushi bar experience was phenomenal. Trust these chefs and team to take care of you! Will definitely be back!

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  2. Gabriel VIP

    Corpus Christi1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointed. I’ve been before and excellent. Sushi was oily, too soft, texture off, color bland. Service was rushed.

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  3. Paulo

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great environment, the food is incredible and the staff is amazing

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  4. Christian VIP

    Austin17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exception Sushi Rolls, gyoza, wines, tempura and service! Wonderful dessert to top it all off! Outstanding!

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  5. Mary

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 3 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dishes are creative and delicious. Our server was helpful and professional. My husband really enjoyed having Japanese beers available on the menu.

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  6. Beverly

    Austin13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My son had his sweet 16th birthday at Soto and this is his favorite restaurant for 6 years long and it was our first time experience Soto at South Lamar and We had great time and delicious food of course. Especially thank you to our waitress Tammy, she gave some yummy birthday sushi to my son . Very sweet, thank you so much 🥰

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  7. Chris

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have always rated Soto as one of the best. Last night was no different. Service was excellent and make sure you ask about the off menu items, some real treats in there!

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  8. Chris

    Austin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the place. Just on the strip of Lamar and very intricate! The Uni Pasta was amazing and the service was great!

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  9. Jessica VIP

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best sushi in Austin. So freaking good. Wish I could eat here every week.

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  10. Jen VIP

    Cancun2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful omakase experience again. Thank you Moto!

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FAQs

Soto - South Lamar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 531-9142.

Soto - South Lamar is rated 4.8 stars by 1932 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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1100 South Lamar Blvd, Ste 2115, Austin, TX 78704

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    South Lamar and Treadwell
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Sushi, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Soto offers complimentary valet parking (5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Tuesday through Sunday) as well as free garage parking in the Lamar Union parking garage.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Andy Chen
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Privacy policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
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