Restaurant in Austin, United States
Konbini
100Pearl PointsLate hours, sharp edge

About Konbini
Konbini is a practical Austin pick for late-night sushi with Texan and Mexican influences, especially when the evening is centered around the East Side rather than a formal counter meal. Choose it for timing and casual energy; choose Shokunin for a more classic Japanese direction or Pasta|Bar Austin for a more structured occasion.
For an Austin night out, Konbini makes sense when the plan is casual sushi later in the evening. The verified draw is the cuisine: late-night sushi with Texan and Mexican influences. That makes it best understood as a relaxed Austin option rather than a formal occasion built around unverified service details.
The clearest planning facts are simple: Konbini is in Austin, the dress code is casual, the schedule runs into late-night hours on several evenings. It is open Monday 5–10 PM, closed Tuesday, open Wednesday and Thursday 5 PM–12 AM, Friday and Saturday 5 PM–1 AM, Sunday 5–10 PM.
Late-night sushi is the reason to choose it
Konbini is worth choosing when the late schedule is part of the decision. The venue runs later midweek and into the weekend than many standard dinner plans, which gives it a practical edge for diners who do not want the night to end early. The available verified details do not establish a specific drinks program, tasting format, counter setup, or price point, so treat the decision as food-first, casual, timing-friendly.
The cuisine description matters: late-night sushi with Texan and Mexican influences means the appeal is not defined by a traditional sushi template alone. Diners comparing other options may also look at Shokunin, while diners considering a different Austin dinner plan may compare Pasta|Bar Austin. Konbini is the smarter call when the night needs looseness and late hours.
Use it as part of an Austin plan
The strongest use case is an Austin dinner that benefits from later hours and a casual dress code. For broader planning, keep Our full Austin restaurants guide, Our full Austin bars guide, Our full Austin hotels guide, Our full Austin wineries guide, Our full Austin experiences guide handy. Other Austin dining rooms can round out the evening depending on the kind of meal you want.
If the craving is broader than Konbini, stay within verified comparisons and consider how it differs from Buenos Aires Café, Industry, OKO, Pasta|Bar Austin, or Shokunin. Konbini's confirmed identity is narrower and clearer: casual late-night sushi in Austin with Texan and Mexican influences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Konbini handle dietary restrictions?
The verified details do not specify allergy handling or dietary accommodations. Konbini is described as late-night sushi with Texan/Mexican influences, so check directly with the venue before visiting if you need specific accommodations.
How far ahead should I book Konbini?
Verified booking demand is not available. Plan around the confirmed hours: Monday 5–10 PM, Tuesday closed, Wednesday and Thursday 5 PM–12 AM, Friday and Saturday 5 PM–1 AM, Sunday 5–10 PM.
What should I wear to Konbini?
Go casual. Konbini's verified dress code is casual.
What is Konbini known for?
Konbini is described as late-night sushi with Texan/Mexican influences in Austin.
Location
908 E 5th St. #107, Austin, TX 78702
Austin, United States
Compare Konbini
| Venue | Location | Cuisine |
|---|---|---|
| Konbini | Austin | Late-night sushi with Texan/Mexican influences |
| Shokunin | Austin | Sushi / Japanese |
| Pasta|Bar Austin | Austin | , |
| OKO | Austin | , |
| Buenos Aires Café | Austin | , |
| Industry | Austin | , |
How Konbini Austin compares with similar nearby venues.
Where to go if Konbini does not fit
Choose Shokunin if the group wants Sushi / Japanese without the Texan and Mexican influence angle. Choose Pasta|Bar Austin if the night needs a more deliberate occasion meal.
How Konbini compares in Austin
Konbini is the flexible pick in this group: late-night sushi with Texan and Mexican influences, suited to a casual East Austin plan. Shokunin is the better comparison for diners who want a more classic Sushi / Japanese lane, while Pasta|Bar Austin is the stronger choice when the night calls for a more structured, higher-commitment meal.
For ambiance, Konbini reads as the looser option. OKO and Buenos Aires Café make more sense when the group wants a fuller restaurant-night feel, while Industry is the easier fallback for a lower-pressure meal. Pick Konbini when timing and location matter as much as the food.
Value depends on what the night needs. If the goal is sushi-adjacent food without a formal reservation feel, Konbini is the cleaner choice. If the goal is a polished Japanese meal, cross-shop Shokunin first; if the goal is an occasion dinner, Pasta|Bar Austin should sit higher on the list.
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