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Aba - Austin
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.9(1,449)South Congress - 2
Red Ash Italia
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.9(4,409)Downtown - 3
Neighborhood Sushi
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.9(1,185)South Congress - 4
Paperboy - South Lamar
Price: Moderate•Breakfast•4.7(37)South Austin - 5
De Nada Cantina
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(628)East Austin
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Paperboy - East 11th
Price: Expensive•Breakfast•4.8(361)East Austin - 2
Suerte
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.8(270)East Austin - 3
Sammie's Italian
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,653)Downtown - 4
Yamas Austin
Price: Expensive•Greek•4.6(1,384)Northwest - 5
Nido
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.5(1,426)Bouldin Creek
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Uchi Austin
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.8(5,491)Downtown - 2
Emmer & Rye
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.7(3,667)Downtown - 3
Josephine House
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(1,475)Clarksville - 4
Juniper
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(2,821)East Austin - 5
The Peacock Mediterranean Grill at Austin Proper
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.8(1,365)Downtown
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L'Oca d'Oro
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.6(1,604)Summer Happy Hour is from 4-6PM AND 8:30PM - Close!
All of our dishes are prepared with locally grown produce & meats—a reflection of a farm-to-table philosophy that extends to our handmade pastas, cheeses, salumi, breads, vinegars & liqueurs.
L'Oca d'Oro believes in ONE FAIR WAGE in the belief that lovingly prepared food & thoughtful service are best nurtured by ensuring that we meet the basic needs of our staff. We apply a a 20% service charge as well as a credit card surcharge of 2.85% on all credit card transactions.
If you want a taste of L'Oca d'Oro at home, please check out our monthly subscription service! Fresh pastas, sides and condiments for you to enjoy in the comfort of your own home! Check it out here, on our partner website: https://table22.com/Paul Martin's - Austin
Price: Expensive•American•4.6(2,374)Be it a succulent filet mignon or flavorful marinated skirt steak, Paul Martin’s American Grill in Austin is serving classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Our premium beef, chicken and seafood are mesquite grilled over a live fire to ensure a perfect sear every time. Located in the Domain NORTHSIDE, our lively bar is the ideal venue to gather with friends and try a few of our extensive wines by the glass while sharing a plate of tacos.
Taverna - Domain Northside
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.5(819)Taverna is a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant that offers a truly Italian experience without having to go far. Our Italian chefs strive to create the perfect menu using seasonal ingredients for their surprising entrees. Every day we present a variety of northern Italian delights from simple comforts such as pasta and fabulous risotto to a delicate pan seared sea bass. A taverna in Italy is a special place where customers become friends and family. Here we celebrate the essence of hospitality and farm-to-table cooking reflecting our authentic Italian flavors in our rustic and welcoming interiors.Bureau de Poste at Tiny Grocer
Price: Moderate•French•4.3(404)Located in Hyde Park, on the corner of 43rd and Speedway in the historic former post office building, Bureau de Poste at Tiny Grocer is a neighborhood French bistro offering classics with a modern twist. Open for daily dinner and weekend brunch. Indoor and outdoor patio seating available. We were featured in the Texas Monthly issue of the Best New Restaurants in 2023 as one of only 2 restaurants in Austin to receive the honor. We would love to have you join us!
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- MMelissaAustin •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoHighly recommend for a meat heavy experience and well made cocktails!More infoHaywire - DomainPrice: Moderate• American• Arboretum•4.6
- SSusana3 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOverall lovely! I will say that even with the overhead fans, the outside patio is pretty miserable in the heat, otherwise it was fantastic.More infoNorth Italia – AustinPrice: Moderate• Italian• Northwest•4.7
- BBillHouston •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoAs advertised Nice place Good service Wholesome foodMore infoCulinary Dropout - AustinPrice: Moderate• American• Northwest•4.5
- DDrewAustin •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoMichaela was an awesome server, she was so sweet and everything was fantasticMore infoPerry's Steakhouse & Grille - Domain NorthsidePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Arboretum•4.8
- DDavidPhoenix / Arizona •42 reviews5.0Dined on Jul 20, 2025Great presentation of the appetizer we had followed by great drink mixing skills. Our party really enjoyed dinner after.More infoPaul Martin's - AustinPrice: Expensive• American• North Central•4.6
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After running kids to practices and rehearsals, families in North Central Austin often love to head to the local Asian and American restaurants to eat. Pho noodles, fried cheese wontons and teriyaki are weekly staples for many families in this area. In the Harris Branch neighborhood, comfort food reigns supreme with many restaurants serving fried chicken, meatloaf and puffy mashed potatoes. Meat lovers should not leave the North Central area without trying some of the sticky, sweet barbecue. Many of the local restaurants are quite small, but they make up for a lack of seating by serving plenty of delicious foods.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in North Central Austin include Bureau de Poste at Tiny Grocer, True Food Kitchen - Austin - The Domain and L'Oca d'Oro
Restaurants with gluten-free options in North Central Austin are True Food Kitchen - Austin - The Domain, Doc B's Restaurant - Austin and ASTI Trattoria
Bottomless brunch in North Central Austin is available at Bureau de Poste at Tiny Grocer, Doc B's Restaurant - Austin and ASTI Trattoria
The most romantic restaurant in North Central Austin is ASTI Trattoria
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