What to order at Ramen Tatsu-ya (South Lamar)

Must order
Tonkotsu Original with the extra-fatty setting; the menu calls it Kotteri.
Signature dishes
Tonkotsu Original, Mi-So-Hot, Kara-age
Editor tip
Walk-in only; the 6pm window moves slowest on Friday. The Research Boulevard location is the shortest queue.
CuisineJapanese Ramen
Price$$
NeighborhoodSouth Lamar
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Address: 1234 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704

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