You can’t fire up a butane torch in Austin these days without singeing a sushi chef’s coat. It seems every few months a new place centered by a chef melting bone marrow or dabbing foam onto raw fish ...

Sushi in Austin can vary wildly, depending on whether you’re looking for a casual spot where you can wear sandals, a $200-plus omakase, or just some affordable rolls and nigiri to eat on your couch.

Austin has welcomed an exciting array of restaurants into the dining fold over the last year or so. The offerings range from luxe omakase experiences to counter-service restaurants serving cuisines ...