If you haven’t heard of Tatsu-Ya yet, buckle up, it’s Austin’s ultimate Japanese food empire. With seven Ramen Tatsu-Ya locations, a Texas BBQ-inspired Izakaya tavern, a contemporary shabu shabu spot, a downtown cocktail bar with an alley cat vibe, and a mind-blowing tiki bar, there’s a wild world of flavors waiting for you. I had the pleasure of being the staff designer there for a couple of years, and I still do client work for them. Honestly, it’s a lot to unpack, but let’s dive in!