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Late post Oct 23’ Domo Alley-Gato Tatsu-Ya – Located in East Austin Domo Alley-Gato Tatsu-Ya was only a 5 min walk from my cousins, with a lot of thought and deliberation they decided finally settled on this place. Arrived on a Sunday afternoon and to my surprise with football season it was a bit quiet, which was good because we were able to take our time looking over the menu. They are a mostly outside venue with limited inside seating and is very dog friendly! They also share the restroom with the ramen spot next door. The atmosphere was that of Japan (peep the pics), very beautiful! Everything (food and drinks) was reasonably priced... We mostly got small plates but if you are hungry get the ramen but only want apps as a meal I would suggest a bowl of Curry/Chashu with Karage/Goyza. The fam and I got; Curry, Chashu, Edamame, Spicy Edamame, Korokkaaayyy, Gyoza, Katsu Slider, Karage and Negi rice bowl. Curry – Nicely seasoned, no meat Chashu- Delish, basically a porkbelly type adobo Edamame/Spicy Edamame – Both very good but I would get the spicy, better flavor Korokkaayyy – Typical flavor Gyoza – Came out pipping hot, flavorful and juicy! Karage – Can taste the marinade, crispy and addicting Katsu Slider – Yummm but so small for $6 Negi Rice Bowl – OOOOoo this was a flavor bomb, surprisingly enjoyed this dish. Very savory! Shinku punch – Very flavorful and refreshing paired well with all the dishes!

Incredibly delicious. The kirin foam was interesting and frosty. The chicken karagge was a perfect appetizer, but the star of the show was the spicy chilled ramen. I can't describe how really delicious and savory the chilled is while being refreshing. I hope this stays on the menu rather than just being seasonal. It's a perfect main dish for a hot summer Texas day.

First time here and upon entering, I was blown away by the decor. It definitely set the tone for modern yet nostalgic. As an appetizer, we got the karaage. One of the best, if not the best, interpretation of this classic Japanese dish. It was nice and crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. I got the Mi-So-Not ramen. The broth stole the show here. I would go back just for a bowl of broth. For a drink, I got the Saga Chillton which was also really delightful. I don’t know what I was expecting, but it surpassed whatever it was.

This is my favourite bar in Austin! So eclectic, fun and adorable. The decor itself makes it something like an art project or installation that you absolutely must go see. The inside is like this Japanese environment with paper lanterns, seats made of what’s supposed to be crates of Sapporo beer. There’s cats everywhere. And the tables have cat decals with the menu QR code on them. And their famous thing is this Japanese Ichiban beer with a foam swirl on top that comes with flavour shots you can drop in the beer. The other things on the menu are kind of basic but cocktails are good. The vibe is also really laid back and chilled out Highly recommend checking this place out! I know I’ll be back soon!