Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Austin

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1. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1324)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 186 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.

2. Josephine House

4.8

Exceptional(1413)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Central Austin

Booked 93 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.

3. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1577)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 88 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. Hestia

4.7

Exceptional(2035)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 59 times today

Hestia, named after the Greek goddess of the hearth, is a modern live-fire grill house. Dishes find inspiration from a custom 20-ft hearth which anchors the kitchen and dining room. Our menus offers an opportunity to explore and showcase techniques that highlight the role of fire in food. You may choose to order from our a la carte menu or experience our chef curated tasting menu.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.2024 Michelin One Star

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5. Jeffrey's Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2318)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Central Austin

Booked 40 times today

Jeffrey's Restaurant & Bar has been an Austin fine dining institution since 1975. In 2012 the restaurant closed for a major renovation and was reopened by McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality. The legendary restaurant, nestled in the Clarksville neighborhood just west of downtown, features a lively bar and three distinct dining rooms. The menus, from executive chef Mark McCain, features dry-aged prime steaks, updated classic fine dining, and locally sourced produce. The award-winning wine list, one of the largest and most diverse in Texas, features highly-sought after vintages from Old and New World producers. Private dining in the Napoleon Room and The Apartment is available for special events. Valet service is offered.The charming neighborhood location, old world service & multiple private dining options make Jeffrey's a true Austin gem. Jeffrey's was named “Top 10 Best New Restaurants” in the country by Bon Appetit magazine in 2013.

6. Uchiko Austin

4.8

Exceptional(6075)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Central Austin

Booked 49 times today

:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchiko is the sister restaurant to Tyson Cole’s original Uchi. It matches that restaurant’s dedication to food, wine, and service, but it has a Japanese farmhouse aesthetic with crafted materials and warm finishes to round out a completely updated setting. The chef team at Uchiko has created a brand new selection of composed dishes and sushi, taken from ideas and plates created at Uchi. Uchiko is Uchi redefined. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

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7. CARVE American Grille – Central Austin

4.6

Exceptional(857)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Austin

Booked 45 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.

8. Este

4.8

Exceptional(251)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 86 times today

Nestled between East Austin neighborhoods, Este celebrates fresh seafood, Mexican cuisine, and charcoal cooking. From the team behind the East 6th favorite, Suerte, Chef Fermin and restaurateur Sam Hellman-Mass are taking their love for masa coastal. In a location with a rich history, Este’s bright dining spaces, artisan decor and spacious outdoor deck bring the energy of seaside towns to East Austin. An extensive wine list and vibrant coastal-inspired cocktails are the perfect pairing for aguachiles, ceviches, oysters y otros mariscos!

9. Suerte

4.9

Exceptional(173)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 79 times today

Suerte is a restaurant inspired by the people, cooking techniques, and flavors of Mexico. Nationally acclaimed Chef Fermin Nunez and his team pride themselves on the use of local ingredients from our beloved farmers to achieve something delicious and uniquely East Austin.

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10. Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin

4.9

Exceptional(1839)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 56 times today

Clark's features classic American seafood with an emphasis on freshness, local products, simple preparation, attention to detail, and clean presentation. Classic coastal cooking from the Texas Gulf to the Northeastern Seaboard influences Clark's menu. A large portion of the concept is devoted to oysters, raw bar, seafood, and caviar. We procure the freshest oysters from small harvesters around North America and serve cold seafood platters featuring super fresh daily specials.Learn more about MML Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com.

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Rebecca
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined today
A delicious lunch in a great spot (sitting in the front outside). Perfect.
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Josephine HousePrice: Expensive• American• Central Austin
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4.8
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AldyVIP
Austin •20 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day 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.
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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4.8
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GeoffreyVIP
Los Angeles •50 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was creative and a wonderful experience for all the senses! The service was thoughtful, attentive and engaging! The setting was inviting and a perfect blend of energetic and warmth.
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HestiaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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KendallVIP
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Blake was an incredible bartender and took care of me/provided the best service!
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Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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Michael
Seattle / Eastern Washington •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Sterling was one of the best servers we have ever had. Tell him thank you.
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Jeffrey's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• American• Central Austin
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4.9

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