Soto – Japanese
Soto invites diners into a sophisticated sanctuary where the delicate artistry of Japanese cuisine is elevated through indulgent ingredients like buttery Wagyu gyoza and golden-fried lobster tempura. The space hums with a refined energy as guests share plates of blistered shishito peppers and crisp vegetable tempura, each dish a masterclass in texture and balance that transforms a simple meal into a contemporary culinary journey.
1100, South Lamar Boulevard, Austin, TX, 78704 +15125319142 https://sotosouthlamar.com/0Cuisine: Japanese
Price range: $$$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
Diet fit at Soto
Dairy-Free at Soto
Soto in Austin has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, TX Wagyu Ishiyaki and Honey Truffle. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Soto
Soto in Austin has 10 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including TX Wagyu Ishiyaki, Honey Truffle and Salmon Over Fire. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Soto
Soto in Austin has 20 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Honey Truffle and Salmon Over Fire. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Soto
Soto in Austin has 4 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Apple, Chili Hamachi and Enoki Mushroom Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Soto
Soto in Austin has 3 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Hamachi Apple, Enoki Mushroom Soup and Chicken Kara-Age. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Soto
Soto in Austin has 6 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including TX Wagyu Ishiyaki, Hamachi Apple and Enoki Mushroom Soup. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Soto
Soto in Austin has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chicken Kara-Age. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Soto
Soto in Austin has 12 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, Shishito Peppers and Passion Fruit Tart. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Soto
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Chili Hamachi | 0.4 g | 28.8 g |
| Uni Pasta | 38.9 g | 28.2 g |
| Crispy Sushi Rice | 25.3 g | 24.8 g |
| Wagyu Land & Sea | 15.4 g | 23.6 g |
| Enoki Mushroom Soup | 3.6 g | 21.3 g |
| Hamachi Apple | 7.2 g | 18.8 g |
| Wagyu Gyoza | 51 g | 17.1 g |
| Softshell Crab Tempura w/ Pan Fried Egg | 82.8 g | 13.6 g |
| Yakko Maki | 26.7 g | 12.6 g |
| Truffle Risotto w/A5 Wagyu or O-Toro | 49.2 g | 11.3 g |
| Hon Wasabi | 43.8 g | 10.6 g |
| Sapporo Stout Cheesecake | 4.1 g | 10.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Menu
Soup & Salad
- Miso Soup - $5: Wakame, Nameko Mushroom, Scallion, & Tofu Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Enoki Mushroom Soup - $7: Bonito broth, Scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $6: Mixed Green, Carrot, Red Radish, Sesame Dressing Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Appetizers
- Edamame - $6: Salted, Spicy or Truffle Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Shishito Peppers - $10: Blistered, Sweet Pepper Miso Glaze, Chili Threads Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussel Sprouts - $10: Fried & Tossed w/Goat Cheese, Walnuts & Yuzu Soy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegetable Tempura - $13: Lightly Battered served w/Tentsuyu Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Softshell Crab Tempura w/ Pan Fried Egg - $16: Thai Basil, Mint, Serrano & Kimchi Kabayaki Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Tempura - $19: Sweet Mustard, Microgreens & Edible Flowers Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Gyoza - $17: Pan Seared served w/ Chili Vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Heritage Pork Ribs - $16: Sous-Vide 24 hrs, Smoked Kabayaki, Micro cilantro Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Kara-Age - $9: Fried Marinated Chicken, Lemon Aioli Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Salmon Over Fire - $16: Raspberry Chili, Kabayaki, Edible Flower, Shallot Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chili Hamachi - $21: Garlic Chili Ponzu, Fried Jalapeno & Scallion Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Tataki - $28: Spicy Ponzu, Fried Shallot, Chives, Micro Cilantro Dietary tags: South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Grilled Chilean Sea Bass - $33: Marinated 72-hours in Sweet Miso Sauce & Scallion Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Sushi Rice - $23: Stir-fry Vegetables, Spicy Toro, Micro Cilantro Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Truffle Risotto w/A5 Wagyu or O-Toro - $36: Wild Mushroom Risotto, Ponzu, Truffle Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Uni Pasta - $28: Sea Urchin, Poached Egg, Truffle & Truffle Salt Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- TX Wagyu Ishiyaki - $32: 2 oz, Texas Wagyu Ribeye cooked on hot stone Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- A5 Wagyu Ishiyaki - $78: 2 oz, A5 Grade Ribeye cooked on hot stone Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Omakase - $175: Chef's choice tasting menu Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Makimono Rolls
- Hamachi Apple - $18: Yellowtail, mixed Herb Salad, Yuzu Pepper, Serrano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soto 2.0 - $28: Akami, Torched Toro, Avocado, Jalapeno, Crispy Ginger Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wagyu Land & Sea - $28: Crunchy Spicy Tuna, Avocado, Fried Garlic, Serrano Dietary tags: South-Beach, High-Fiber, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Honey Truffle - $17: Takuan, Jalapeno, Cucumber, Spicy mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- White Tiger - $18: Bluefin Tuna, Avocado, Cucumber, Lemon aioli Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Niku Niku - $48: Beef tenderloin, Avocado, Garlic Miso, A5 Wagyu, Chives, Caviar Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kaede Truffle - $28: Bacon, Avocado, Thai Chili Tartare Sauce, Asparagus, Toro, Truffle Oil, Maple Truffle Sauce Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snow Mountain - $33: Shrimp tempura, Coconut Flake, Rice pearls, Lobster Snow Crab Salad Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Yakko Maki - $15: Spring Mix, Avocado, Pickle, Spicy Tofu Mix, Micro Cilantro Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides & Add-ons
- Hon Wasabi - $12: Freshly grated wasabi Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
- Kizami Wasabi - $7: Chopped wasabi in soy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb
Desserts
- Sapporo Stout Cheesecake - $8: Shiner Bock Black ice cream, beer cream Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Passion Fruit Tart - $8: Berries, passion fruit pearl Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Green Tea Tiramisu - $8: Chocolate, berries, matcha reduction Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Doburoku Ice Cream - $6: Nigori sake ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Banana Ice Cream w/ Sherry Affogato - $8: Banana ice cream, sherry Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- Sapporo Premium Draft - $5: Japan Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Japanese Old Fashioned - $17: Mars Iwai Whiskey, Demerara, Black Walnut Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Shiso Lychee Margarita - $14: Shiso Infused Tequila, Lychee Liqueur, Yuzu Citrus Blend Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Midori Smash - $15: Gin, Kiwi, Thai Basil, Lillet Blanc, Passion Fruit, Citrus Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Soto
- Is Soto dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Soto has 16 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Edamame, TX Wagyu Ishiyaki and Honey Truffle.
- What can I eat at Soto on a dairy-free diet?
- Edamame, TX Wagyu Ishiyaki and Honey Truffle carry the dairy-free tag, out of 16 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Soto have vegan options?
- Yes. 12 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Edamame and Shishito Peppers.
- Is Soto gluten-free?
- 10 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Soto?
- Chili Hamachi, at roughly 28.8g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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