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4.8
Exceptional(1233)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • East Austin
Booked 184 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.
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4.9
Exceptional(4045)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 137 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.
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4.9
Exceptional(102)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin
Booked 110 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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4.9
Exceptional(2240)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Central Austin
Booked 32 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.
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4.8
Exceptional(1494)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 68 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(2718)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Austin
Booked 46 times today
Consistently listed in the top 10 best restaurants in the city by the Austin American-Statesman, Juniper combines locally-sourced, hyper-seasonal Texas ingredients and old world technique, creating comforting yet innovative dishes that connect Northern Italy to Central Texas. Rounding out the offerings are a world-class beverage program and a special 6 course Pre Fixe Menu at $95 per person, which guests can pair with an optional 6 course wine tasting at $65 per person.Located on the 2nd floor of Juniper, our private event space can accommodates groups of all sizes. Perfect for holiday parties, networking events, corporate dinners, luncheons, birthday parties, and weddings. Select the Private Dining below to view additional information.
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4.9
Exceptional(2164)
Price: Expensive
• Caribbean • East Austin
Booked 78 times today
Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean cuisine restaurant brought you by Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph of E&R Hospitality Group. Named after the Canje pheasant, national bird of Guyana, Canje pulls inspiration not just from mainland Guyana, but from Jamaica to Puerto Rico, and all the islands in between. Our menu explores the cooking techniques, ingredients, and many expressions of vibrant food across the region.Tucked away on the east side of Austin, this lively environment brings a unique cocktail program boasting both spirit forward and fruit driven cocktails and a small selection of natural wines alongside our inventive food menu.
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4.6
Exceptional(1132)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Austin
Booked 68 times today
Yamas Austin is a lively Greek restaurant with a fun atmosphere. It's perfect for celebrations and special occasions, as one reviewer mentioned a 'fun and lively atmosphere inside'. Another highlighted a surprise magician performance. The food and service are consistently praised, making it a top Austin restaurant for Greek/Mediterranean cuisine.
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4.9
Exceptional(5447)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Downtown
Booked 35 times today
:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Translated from the Japanese word “home,” the original Uchi is located in a refurbished South Austin bungalow. Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole’s signature non-traditional take on Japanese food has delighted Austin’s diverse dining crowd as well as visitors from across the country and around the world since 2003. Reservations are encouraged and can be made up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in seating is limited to the Sushi Bar 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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4.6
Exceptional(1588)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Dripping Springs
Booked 45 times today
Much like the family property where it’s located, Tillie’s menu takes what’s familiar and infuses it with an array of innovative international flavors, creating a new set of rules for cuisine in Central Texas. Join us for a modern interpretation of classic gourmet dishes and a celebration for what lies ahead.The concept behind our award-winning dining experience can be described as “American Nouveau" cuisine that borrows cooking traditions and techniques from all around the world to create something new and exciting. Through its breathtaking architecture and innovative menu, Tillie’s lives the American Nouveau concept. The restaurant’s building, a repurposed town hall from the Ninh Binh region of Vietnam, is the physical embodiment of an experience that takes inspiration from history and cultures.
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  • MarieVIP
    Central Texas •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always delicious, wonderful attentive waitress too. My friend and I decided today it will be our monthly lunch spot moving forward! Thank you for such a great experience.
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    Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
    4.8
  • David
    Austin •20 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had a great Anniversary Dinner at Jeffrey’s. The service at the bar and with our server, Natalie, was outstanding and made for a great evening.
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    Jeffrey's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• American• Central Austin
    4.9
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    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We had not been back to Red Ash since before the Pandemic. Shame on us! Now we certainly will make a new reservation as soon as possible, which will probably be a few months from now. Red Ash is so popular that it is that difficult to get a table. But the wait is certainly worth it. This evening we tried the Octopus a la Plancha at our server, Emma's suggestion. Octopus for our first time. It was wonderfully delicious and tender. For dinner we split Frutti di Mare, a wonderful selection of seafood laid on a bed of the best black and white sphagettini. Cooked perfectly! Emma was the perfect hostess and we were able to reconnect with Brand Favata, our favorite server from six years ago. It seems that very few few employees leave Red Ash. It is such a wonderful restaurant!! We'll be back very soon.
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    Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.9
  • PeytonVIP
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great place to go on a date. The food and the service is stays outstanding
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    Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.8
  • Monique
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I have never had a Mexican culinary experience like this one. The service was great & you could taste the quality in every dish, including the amazing dessert. However, the star of the show is differently the suadero tacos.
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    SuertePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
    4.9
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