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- JRJRey512Austin •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThis place was amazing and the food and drinks were yummy!!More infoHoney Moon Spirit LoungePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Central Austin•4.7
- OTOpenTable Diner1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoLovely waiter named Forrest who made sure me and my group had a great experience for my friends birthday, thank you!More infoNoriPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Old West Austin•4.9
- ETEllenTvipHawaii •27 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoGreat as always!! Thank you so much for an incredible experience. We arrived early and they were able to accommodate us ratti. Food and drinks amazing g as always. If you have never dined here, you are really missing out in the BEST Greek food in Texas!More infoAba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin•4.8
- EEmilyvipAustin •4 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoSammies is one of my favorite restaurants in Austin. The food is 10/10 every time, the place is always packed, and the service is great! While booking the reservation, I had briefly mentioned I had an Irish friend visiting Texas for the first time and this was one of the MUST DO things on our list. When we arrived to our table, the staff had a hand written note welcoming her to Austin - very nice touch!More infoSammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.7
- OTOpenTable DinervipAustin •8 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023Alway the same when i go there… which i prefer cause i love consistency!!! Knowledgeable servers and a cool atmosphere!!More infoJosephine HousePrice: Moderate• American• Central Austin•4.8
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Austin loves a party. Whether you’re marking a birthday, professional achievement, a victory in your fantasy league, or even your pup’s adoptaversary, Bat City offers a special setting for every toast. There’s a swanky new steakhouse downtown, complete with caviar service. Other restaurants are celebration-worthy for their transportive powers: an hacienda-style retreat in North Loop serves regional Mexican fare or an Ethiopian place in North Central offers the ultimate family-style experience. Special occasions are as varied as the people who honor them in Austin. So book a table at one of these 9 hotspots to celebrate now.
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Everything, including football season, is decidedly bigger in Texas. In Austin, gameday fever takes on epic heights thanks to the University of Texas, set in the city’s buzzy downtown. When UT’s beloved Longhorns kick off their season on September 3, many fans will ditch their couches for TV screens at an array of lively bars and restaurants, which include everything from an airy downtown rooftop to a historic German-influenced dive. Though many spots serve up that faithful beer and wings combo, others pair brews and specialty cocktails with Irish pub grub, spicy Southwestern snacks, and New York-style pizza to fuel the fun. Here is OpenTable’s guide to Austin’s 8 best spots for watching football this fall—so book'em (horns).
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Discover Central Austin
For a city with the motto “Keep Austin Weird,” it's not surprising that the area is home to an eclectic assortment of dishes. This is a part of the city where you can eat breakfast tacos in the morning, have barbecue from a food truck for lunch and end the day with a meal of pork jowl bibimbap. Have a group? Enjoy a hookah with expertly prepared Mediterranean cuisine or Shwarma seasoned to perfection. When it comes to dessert, central Austin is more than up to the task. From donuts adorned with cereal to fruit-filled kolache, you may be ruined for pastries and sweets from any other city. Naturally, you'll also find an assortment of coffee shops throughout the area, and you'll have the opportunity to try an almost endless variety of coffee, espresso and tea.
Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Central Austin include The Peached Tortilla, Olamaie and Foreign & Domestic - Austin
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Central Austin are The Peached Tortilla, La Condesa and Olamaie
Bottomless brunch in Central Austin is available at Josephine House, The Peached Tortilla and Colleen's Kitchen
The most romantic restaurant in Central Austin is Jeffrey's Restaurant
Restaurants in Central Austin with a great view include La Condesa, Colleen's Kitchen and Jeffrey's Restaurant
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