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Interior - Soto - South Lamar, Austin, TX

Soto - South Lamar

4.7 (2097)
$31 to $50
Japanese
1100 South Lamar Blvd, Ste 2115, Austin, TX 78704

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Soto - South Lamar

4.7
$31 to $50
Japanese
South Austin

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2 people
7:00 pm

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
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!

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
    (512) 531-9142
  • Website
    https://sotosouthlamar.com/?y_source=1_MTYxMDkxMDQtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
  • 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.
  • Location
    1100 South Lamar Blvd, Ste 2115, Austin, TX 78704
  • Area
    South Austin
  • 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • Chef's 10 Course Tasting Menu

    1 - 7 people

    Multiple dates available
    Experience a chef-curated 10-course Tasting Menu for only $55 per person. Featuring a hand-selected tasting journey, available all day Monday and during Happy Hour.

  • Valentine's Day Omakase

    USD 175.00 per person

    1 - 7 people

    14 Feb 2027 only
    Omakase comes from the Japanese phrase that means "I'll leave it up to you." (from Japanese "to entrust.") Our head chef will be designing a unique menu experience made available only on this day. Soto Family invites you to join us for Valentine's Day for our special house Omakase for $175per person. No Shows or Cancellations within 48 hours of your reservation will be subject to a $75.00 charge per person. A credit card is required to secure this reservation. You will not be charged anything when you make a reservation. Payment will be due at the restaurant.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Soto - South Lamar.

4.7

4.7
(2097)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Soto - South Lamar offers a "phenomenal" sushi experience with "excellent food and service" and "fantastic happy hour omakase." Known for its "fresh and flavorful" dishes, it's a favorite for special occasions. While some mention service delays, many praise the "knowledgeable servers" and "wonderful ambiance" that make each visit memorable.
2,097 Reviews

  1. Cait Gold

    Austin16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really nice ambiance and fantastic, knowledgeable servers. I’m not a big sushi fan, but I’d go back again for the non-fish items.

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  2. Brad Gold

    Columbus11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Really enjoyed the sushi

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  3. Rj

    Cleveland / Akron / Canton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yolonnie served us and was incredible. Her knowledge and caring demeanor left a strong impression on us. The food was amazing, I will definitely be back.

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  4. Calvin Gold

    Dallas - Fort Worth10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great sushi and cocktails. Fish quality was excellent

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  5. Michaela Gold

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 22 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was decent- happy hour was good. Sushi wasnt as good as Neighborhood Sushi or Uchi. Definitely prefer those over Soto.

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  6. Daniel Gold

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best sushi experience in Austin!! Great presentation, textures and amazing flavors.

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  7. Jenna Gold

    Austin19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place never disappoints! A fraction of the price of the other sushi places in town and much better in my opinion

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  8. Valeria

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great, except the A5 wagyu on the risotto, we thought it was not as tender aa we expected, and maybe missing a bit of flavor too

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  9. Steve

    Houston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 11 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Fantastic selection of fresh fish and some are not so common. Most importantly, they make their own tomago. It is very labor intensive and a mark of a legit Japanese restaurant.

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  10. Heather Gold

    Austin6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dining experience. Service and food were outstanding.

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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
    (512) 531-9142
  • Website
    https://sotosouthlamar.com/?y_source=1_MTYxMDkxMDQtNzE1LWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU%3D
  • 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.
  • Location
    1100 South Lamar Blvd, Ste 2115, Austin, TX 78704
  • Area
    South Austin
  • 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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Soto - South Lamar is frequently recommended for date nights and anniversaries, thanks to its casual-elegant dining style, intimate atmosphere, and attentive service.

Yes, Soto - South Lamar offers outdoor seating; guests report sitting outside and enjoying pleasant weather during visits.

Soto - South Lamar feels polished and intimate: low light and warm wood set a refined tone, while the dining room has an energetic hum that can become quite lively when full.

Casual dress, comfortable, casual clothing is appropriate; nothing formal is required.

For the best value, try Soto - South Lamar’s happy-hour omakase, guests praise the $55 omakase during weekday happy hour (noted as a standout deal).

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Soto - South Lamar

4.7
$31 to $50
Japanese
South Austin

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
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