Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Midtown

Price

$$
$$$
$$$$

Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

Austin

Neighborhoods

ArboretumAustinBouldin CreekCentral AustinDowntownEast Austin

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

75 restaurants available nearby

How are Featured results ranked

1. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(4220)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 150 times today

Wood Fired hand crafted Italian food set in a rustic modern open space in the warehouse district in ATX. A wide range of specialty dishes created by Chef owner John Carver and his staff on a nightly basis. Our house made Pastas, Fresh Seafood, and Prime Steaks are all prepared on wood fired grill, oven and plancha. An International wine list, specialty craft cocktails, and local brewed beers to choose from. Dolce and some Grappa, Amaro or Vino Dolce to add to your dining experience at Red Ash Italia. // We happily accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and cash. We are unfortunately not able to accept tap to pay.

2. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1324)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 162 times today

Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.

3. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1577)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 71 times today

Sammie’s is a little taste of old Italy in downtown Austin. It celebrates the great ‘red sauce’ institution—inspired by old school, legendary Italian-American restaurants. The menu offers classic dishes in a casual but sophisticated, retro-designed space that is both lively and comfortable, capturing the essence of a night out at your favorite neighborhood joint. The space consists of a central dining room overlooking Shoal Creek and 6th Street, polished wood bar, Mildred’s Room (a private dining/wine room), and wraparound patio dining area. Please note that patio seating is weather contingent. The menu offers riffs on standards including Housemade Mozzarella Sticks, Clams Casino, and Caesar Salad a la Tommy; timeless pastas like Spaghetti with Meatballs, and Linguine Vongole; and Sammie’s Classics: big portions of iconic plates like Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana, Veal Marsala, and Baked Manicotti.

4. Josephine House

4.8

Exceptional(1413)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Central Austin

Booked 97 times today

The sister restaurant to Austin fine dining institution Jeffrey’s, offering breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour, dinner & Monday night steak frites. The Clarksville cottage features a small marble bar for coffee or cocktails, intimate tables in the dining room, shady nooks on our patio and a grassy front lawn for lounging. Serving an eclectic daily menu featuring the best locally sourced products. Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.

A photo of CARVE American Grille – Central Austin restaurant

5. CARVE American Grille – Central Austin

4.6

Exceptional(857)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Austin

Booked 44 times today

A dynamic mixed-use community located at 45th and Bull Creek in the heart of Central Austin. Whether it’s a date night dinner, a casual lunch, or a weekend brunch — let our chefs prove how live-fire, smoke and hand craftsmanship are reinventing your American Grille favorites featured in our modern-rustic dining room, four private dining spaces, or patio spaces. Even signature salads, desserts and cocktail options deliver a delicious and memorable smoky experience. The expansive bar at CARVE will open to patio dining and feature hand-crafted mixology, non-alcoholic moxology and wines on tap along with bar bites and our full menu breaming with fresh, eclectic ingredients in every cocktail and taste.

A photo of Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin restaurant

6. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

4.6

Exceptional(9775)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 133 times today

Austin is known for its hip, urban core and delicious food, and Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® is the perfect combination of the three, with an upscale flair. Located downtown in the historic Norwood Tower, it’s within walking distance of the Capital Complex and other downtown landmarks. So come enjoy one of our award-winning dishes on the patio or sip a handcrafted cocktail in Bar 79®!

7. Yamas Austin

4.6

Exceptional(1258)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Austin

Booked 90 times today

Yamas Austin is a popular spot for birthday celebrations. The restaurant is known for its lively atmosphere, with staff often singing 'Happy Birthday' to guests, making the occasion even more special. Reviews mention the 'fun birthday dinner celebration' and 'surprise birthday celebration' that guests have enjoyed. The restaurant's vibrant decor and great food also contribute to its popularity for special occasions.

A photo of Honey Moon Spirit Lounge restaurant

8. Honey Moon Spirit Lounge

4.9

Exceptional(341)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Central Austin

Booked 26 times today

Honey Moon Spirit Lounge is a vintage-chic restaurant/speakeasy with a well curated menu of elevated comfort food and modern American share plates. The menu includes a craft cocktail list emphasizing fresh juices and classic ingredients, and an extensive and diverse wine list featuring varietals from around the world with a selection of beers and ciders, and a tap of local craft brews.

9. ATX Cocina

4.8

Exceptional(2741)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 89 times today

ATX Cocina experiments with the boundaries of Mexican cuisine. We have taken traditional Mexican dishes and elevated them with modern approaches and techniques. Corn, the basis of the Mexican cuisine for thousands of years, is also the foundation of our kitchen. We nixtamalize and process our masa in house sourcing it from heirloom varieties of corn grown by small family farms in Mexico.

10. Quince Lakehouse

4.2

Awesome(927)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• International • Austin

Booked 78 times today

Quince is an upscale casual, indoor/outdoor restaurant where all demographics and generations come together and enjoy a dining experience beyond normal expectations. People may initially visit for the terraces with exceptional views, but the food and the overall “Quince Experience” is what keeps them coming back. The "crave-worthy" and "global collective" menus & the team’s attentive and personal service are mixed with carefully-curated happy tunes which altogether create a positive-energy experience rarely found in a restaurant. This is how Quince in San Miguel de Allende (SMA), MX became rated top of its class and is the “# 1 rooftop restaurant in the world.” and the "#1 rooftop destination in the world" by Robb Magazine.

‘About the restaurant’ descriptions have been generated using an artificial intelligence model comprised of OpenTable proprietary data that has not been independently verified by OpenTable. The content is presented as-is, for informational purposes only.

See what locals rave about

From verified diners like you

T
TinaVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We visited for a birthday dinner. The food and service were excellent.
More info
Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
•
4.9
R
Rebecca
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A delicious lunch in a great spot (sitting in the front outside). Perfect.
More info
Josephine HousePrice: Expensive• American• Central Austin
•
4.8
A
AldyVIP
Austin •20 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food, love the vibe. Asked the staff to disclose their iced coffeedrinks are in a can and to state that on their menu or by the server. Enjoyed our brunch except for the iced canned coffee.
More info
Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
•
4.8
K
KendallVIP
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Blake was an incredible bartender and took care of me/provided the best service!
More info
Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
•
4.8
J
Jo AnnaVIP
Austin •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 21, 2025
Great food and great service. Grace was a wonderful wait person.
More info
CARVE American Grille – Central AustinPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Austin
•
4.6

Explore OpenTable

Neighborhood
Birthdays

Midtown

Pflugerville
Midtown
South Austin
Downtown
North Central
Barton Creek
Crestview
West Austin / Westlake
Austin
East Austin
Hutto
Arboretum
Northwest
Central Austin
Villas on Travis
Old West Austin
Wells Branch
Round Rock
Bouldin Creek
Bee Cave