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- FGFrancisGCaribbean •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoA friend recommended this place and it totally surpassed our expectations. Wait time was minimal and accordingly to our reservations. Food and service was outstanding. We ordered the Friday lunch special. The food temperature, flavor , seasoning was awesome. Conner was an great and knowledgeable. We would definitely visit again!More infoPerry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown AustinPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown•4.6
- KKKristenKvipDallas - Fort Worth •11 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoP-H-E-N-O-M-E-N-A-L! From the service to the food to the cocktails - absolutely top notch! The ambiance is amazing! The only thing not to like is getting a reservation! Our service was fantastic! Don't miss the Short Rib Hummus or pork belly - paired with the Truffle Orzo- its just YUM!More infoAba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin•4.8
- AGAlexGAustin •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Friendly staff. Great food! Easy to make reservations!More infoacre 41Price: Expensive• American• Downtown•4.6
- MPMeePvipAustin •1 review4.0Dined on Feb 12, 2022They were short staffed and we got only half of our food order after 1.5 hrs. Had to go downstairs and order food.More infoOtopiaPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown•4.3
- GGabbieAustin •1 review5.0Dined on Oct 9, 2020Joey, the bartender, was amazing and took care of everything!More infoBar ACPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Downtown•4.4
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Austin’s restaurant scene always sizzles with top-notch Tex-Mex and next-level barbecue, but 2023 brought innovative new spots that combine Lone Star State swagger with global accents. These debuts were beloved by diners and critics alike, like a New American hotspot by a six-time James Beard Award nominee or a Latin-inspired, live-fire dazzler that earned a nod from the Austin American-Statesman. Read on for a guide to the six reservations you need to make at Austin’s hottest 2023 restaurant openings.
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Austin loves a full-blown party, and the special-occasion restaurants in this famously quirky city are as distinct as the people who celebrate here. No matter what you’re marking, whether it’s an all-out graduation party—hook ’em horns!—or a romantic milestone under a sprawling Texas sky, this town’s got a spot for you. Read on for a guide to eight Austin restaurants perfect for special occasions.
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Everything, including football season, is decidedly bigger in Texas. In Austin, gameday fever takes on epic heights thanks to the University of Texas, set in the city’s buzzy downtown. When UT’s beloved Longhorns kick off their season on September 3, many fans will ditch their couches for TV screens at an array of lively bars and restaurants, which include everything from an airy downtown rooftop to a historic German-influenced dive. Though many spots serve up that faithful beer and wings combo, others pair brews and specialty cocktails with Irish pub grub, spicy Southwestern snacks, and New York-style pizza to fuel the fun. Here is OpenTable’s guide to Austin’s 8 best spots for watching football this fall—so book'em (horns).
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There’s no better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than by paying a visit to one of these great restaurants — all helmed by women as chefs, managers, or owners. From running kitchens to managing multiple venues, these exceptional women are leaving their mark on the hospitality industry.
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The Austin culinary scene centers high-quality beef: From steakhouses to tacos to barbecue, there is no shortage of places to get the best beef. That extends to burgers, too — from a family-run spot that sources the beef on its burgers from its own ranch to burger patties made from wagyu, the restaurants in Austin let burger lovers get their fix every night of the week. Here are ten of the best burgers in the city.
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Austin’s booming dining scene is one of the many reasons the vibrant capital of Texas tops just about every “best of” list that comes out. Over the last decade, Austin has made waves in industries from music and tech to filmmaking and—you guessed it—food. Speaking of food, forget any notions about Austin’s culinary scene being solely Tex-Mex, barbecue, and breakfast tacos. While all those things are still here (and delicious as ever), the food scene is brimming with energy, creativity, and new concepts. A new wave of coffee roasteries, sushi fusion restaurants, stylish eateries and juiceries have opened their doors, adding dynamism to a city on the rise.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Austin include The Well, Aba - Austin and Ezov
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Austin are The Well, ATX Cocina and Bulevar Mexican Kitchen
Bottomless brunch in Austin is available at Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Domain Northside, Chez Zee and Steiner Ranch Steakhouse
The most romantic restaurant in Austin is Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin
Restaurants in Austin with a great view include Bay View Restaurant & Bar, Steiner Ranch Steakhouse and Trattoria Lisina
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