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- RMRobynMExclusive •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoOur server was very attentive and offered suggestions. We skipped apps and dessert because we had a late lunch. The Brussels sprouts and creamed spinach were well seasoned and tasty. The showstopper was the NY Strip flight with Kobe, Angus, and Waygu. The A5 Waygu was like butter - soooo tender and rich. Definitely left me wanting more of that incredible deliciousness!More infoPerry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown AustinPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown•4.7
- ASAndySAustin •8 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoI hate hummus. I've tried it a bunch of times and always disliked it. Then I tried it at Aba. It's delicious! I've been to the Aba in Austin and the Aba in Chicago and both times I've loved every menu item we've ordered. The drinks are great too! I especially love the Tuna and Watermelon dish, and of course, the hummus. These people make delicious food and I'm already looking forward to going back.More infoAba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerIndiana •6 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023The service, food and ambiance is terrific. Server walked us through the menu really well and the food was delicious. Highly recommend the Short Rib dinner for 2.More infoATX CocinaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Downtown•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinervipAustin •4 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Food is so good. We sat at a four top in the bar area? Which was a little strange since I made reservations over two months ago. Whatever- food and service were top notch. I had the 30 day aged filet and gnocchi. Best steak in the city. Meatballs were just ok - bread was amazing and the table lived the bone marrow.More infoRed Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinervipAustin •8 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Alway the same when i go there… which i prefer cause i love consistency!!! Knowledgeable servers and a cool atmosphere!!More infoJosephine HousePrice: Moderate• American• Central Austin•4.8
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Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in West Austin is Las Palomas Restaurant-Bar
The best vegetarian restaurants in West Austin are Sway Thai, Las Palomas Restaurant-Bar and Saffron - South
The restaurants with the best service in West Austin are Bob’s Steak & Chop House – Austin at Barton Creek, Las Palomas Restaurant-Bar and Blind Salamander
The restaurants with the best ambiance in West Austin are Blind Salamander, Las Palomas Restaurant-Bar and Sway Thai