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Where Chefs Eat in Austin

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by Phaidon
Updated December 15, 2023
You’re in luck. The world’s best chefs are sharing their favorite places to dine out in Austin. We’ve partnered with Phaidon’s Where Chefs Eat, the best-selling restaurant guidebook with over 7,000 recommendations across the globe, to create a list of restaurants in Austin where chefs love to eat. Grab your copy of this must-have guide, and get 30% off, just for being an OpenTable diner.
4.8 (1867)
$31 to $50
Italian
Downtown
"This is one of the first good restaurants to open, when Austin was still a sleepy college town. It's laid-back and neighborhood-y but they have great food and bartenders." – Larry McGuire
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Maxx
Dined 3 days ago
We haven’t been back to Vespaio in a long time — but it’s back on our short list now. Food was incredible and service was perfect!!!
"This is one of the first good restaurants to open, when Austin was still a sleepy college town. It's laid-back and neighborhood-y but they have great food and bartenders." – Larry McGuire
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Maxx
Dined 3 days ago
We haven’t been back to Vespaio in a long time — but it’s back on our short list now. Food was incredible and service was perfect!!!
4.8 (1100)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
South Austin
Recommended by Chef Kevin Fink from Emmer & Rye
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Bob
Dined 5 days ago
The dishes are very creative and the taste is first rate. Our server was excellent and we enjoyed the eclectic crowd. Wonderful evening out.
Recommended by Chef Kevin Fink from Emmer & Rye
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Bob
Dined 5 days ago
The dishes are very creative and the taste is first rate. Our server was excellent and we enjoyed the eclectic crowd. Wonderful evening out.
4.8 (6085)
$50 and over
Sushi
Central Austin
Recommended by Chef Kevin Fink from Emmer & Rye
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Sarah
Dined on Jun 18, 2025
EXCELLENT FOOD! Wonderful service and fun atmosphere. 10/10 def recommend!
Recommended by Chef Kevin Fink from Emmer & Rye
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Sarah
Dined on Jun 18, 2025
EXCELLENT FOOD! Wonderful service and fun atmosphere. 10/10 def recommend!
4.7 (323)
$30 and under
Mexican
East Austin
Recommended by Chef Jesse Griffiths from Dai Due Butcher Shop & Supper Club
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Aaron
Dined 1 day ago
A+ food/ service. Menu had a good variety of options for vegetarians/ pescatarians.
Recommended by Chef Jesse Griffiths from Dai Due Butcher Shop & Supper Club
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Aaron
Dined 1 day ago
A+ food/ service. Menu had a good variety of options for vegetarians/ pescatarians.
4.9 (3840)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Downtown
"Great, simple seafood and oysters. Very consistent, with good service and fun wines." – Jesse Griffiths
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Jamay
Dined 1 day ago
Our waiter was amazing - forgot his name but he’s been there for 3.5 years and has a birthmark on his face. Very personable and knows the menu well. Love going there for date night and happy hour
"Great, simple seafood and oysters. Very consistent, with good service and fun wines." – Jesse Griffiths
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Jamay
Dined 1 day ago
Our waiter was amazing - forgot his name but he’s been there for 3.5 years and has a birthmark on his face. Very personable and knows the menu well. Love going there for date night and happy hour
$30 and under
Pizzeria
East Austin
"I don't even like pizza and I LOVE this pizza. Chewy, crunchy, cheesy. Get it baked extra crispy. Detroit-style pizza – who knew!" – Sarah Mcintosh
"I don't even like pizza and I LOVE this pizza. Chewy, crunchy, cheesy. Get it baked extra crispy. Detroit-style pizza – who knew!" – Sarah Mcintosh
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