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1. Quattro Gatti Ristorante e Pizzeria

4.8

Exceptional(1552)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

A neighborhood gem! This family-run Italian restaurant offers a chic, rustic atmosphere in a downtown Austin landmark historic 1876 building. Enjoy outdoor sidewalk cafe dining just steps from the Texas State Capitol (dog friendly).We feature a wide variety of authentic Italian pastas, pizza, meats, seafood & unique daily specials. (GF and Veg options). Daily specials highlight the freshest and most seasonal offerings, such as Rigatoni Alla Norcina (sausage with truffle oil), house-made Gnocchi Sorrentina, and Whole Roasted Fish. Gelato, sorbets and desserts are delicious and made in-house. The cozy full-bar offers classic Italian cocktails and a sizable wine list representing Italy’s diverse regions.All breads and pizza are made daily using naturally leavened dough and an ancient fermentation process; this improves digestibility and creates a delicious flavor. Neapolitan pizzas are baked at 1000 degrees in a wood-fired brick oven. Your new Austin favorite.

2. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(4283)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 142 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.

3. Suerte

4.9

Exceptional(197)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 104 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.

4. The Well

4.7

Exceptional(662)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 49 times today

Located in Austin's iconic 2ND Street District at 440 W. 2nd St., The Well blends top-tier nutrition, local and sustainable farming, and authentic flavors for a culinary experience that redefines healthy food in Downtown Austin.

5. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1367)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • South Congress

Booked 211 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. Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more.

6. ATX Cocina

4.8

Exceptional(2760)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 74 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.

7. Este

4.9

Exceptional(290)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 94 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!

8. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1608)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 56 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.

9. Josephine House

4.8

Exceptional(1434)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Central Austin

Booked 95 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.

10. Canje

4.9

Exceptional(2314)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Caribbean • East Austin

Booked 107 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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Sarah
Columbus •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Happy hour was delicious! We will absolutely be back. No reservation needed for happy hour, it’s only available at the bar.
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• South Congress
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4.8
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Pedro
Miami - Dade •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our serve was really nice and attentive, food really good as well and kid friendly!!
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SuertePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
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4.9
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Carlos
Tampa / Central Florida West •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Phenomenal food, service and environment. We are from the Tampa Bay Area in Florida and you guys should open one in Hyde Park!
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The WellPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.7
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William
South Dakota •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Everything we tried was absolutely delicious, staff was very knowledgeable, and they went out of their way to make our anniversary dinner feel extra special.
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Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.9
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EricVIP
Houston •57 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 21, 2025
Recently changed ownership. I look forward to seeing what the new owners have in store!
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Quattro Gatti Ristorante e PizzeriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8

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