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Aba - Austin, Austin, TX

Aba - Austin

4.8 (1325)
$50 and over
Mediterranean
1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 162 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    CJ Jacobson
  • Catering
    Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert & more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hours requested. Delivery available with advance notice for additional fee of 10%.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate your next special event, get together or meeting at Aba at Music Lane! We offer several large group dining spaces including a semi-private Mezzanine level, Paseo Bar, full outdoor patio, as well as our group and lounge seating on the paseo. Hosting off-site? Order Catering from Aba!
  • Private party contact
    Aba: (737) 273-0199
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    East Austin
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,325 people are saying

Aba - Austin reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Most Booked

  • Austin

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aba in Austin offers a delightful blend of Mediterranean cuisine and a "beautiful ambiance." Guests rave about the "amazing food," with standout dishes like the short rib hummus and whipped feta. The setting, whether on the patio or indoors, is "gorgeous," and the service is often "attentive" and "expert." However, some diners note slow service and high prices. Overall, it's a "highly recommend" spot for its culinary excellence and atmosphere.

1,325 Reviews
  1. Aldy VIP

    Austin20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    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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  2. Phyllis VIP

    Cincinnati195 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent ! Beautiful space/ambience, wonderful service and delicious, creative dishes! Everything was wonderful - a must dine experience when in Austin!

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  3. Brandyn

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. I asked if I was able to bring in a cake for a birthday that night and they madden it happen. Moreover, they went above and beyond and their communication with front of house and back of house was clearly outstanding. The food is excellent and the ambiance is even better.

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  4. Keri VIP

    Austin1 review

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I love the relaxed feel of this place. The dishes that we have tried have been wonderful. The cocktails are delicious, and service was great.

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  5. Chris VIP

    Austin9 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Crazy hot outside and no fans. Service was good and food was normal for Aba.

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  6. Christine

    Austin8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Aba! The food is incredible and the ambience, lighting, indoor/outdoor feel is so different than other other restaurant in Austin. It’s a beautiful restaurant and the food never disappoints. Highly recommend!! 10/10

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  7. Mansi VIP

    Raleigh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place with good fresh food! The decor is outstanding and great options on the menu. Must go when in Austin!

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  8. Joan

    Seattle4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch outside on the patio was exceptional. Cocktails were delicious and unique. We shared the trio of smoky garlic hummus, whipped feta, and muhummara served with pita; the housemade stracciatella, and the salmon kabob. All were flavorful and the salmon was perfectly cooked. Can't beat the beautiful setting. Service was expert and not rushed. Will be back and bring guests whenever they come to visit Austin.

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  9. Amy

    Tampa5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every single dish is superb! Don’t miss this place ❣️

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  10. Jeff

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was outstanding, hostess made great food suggestions. The short rib humus brought out the wolf (a good thing) in my friend.

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FAQs

Aba - Austin offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (737) 273-0199.

Aba - Austin is rated 4.8 stars by 1325 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 162 times today
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1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    East Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    CJ Jacobson
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert & more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hours requested. Delivery available with advance notice for additional fee of 10%.
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate your next special event, get together or meeting at Aba at Music Lane! We offer several large group dining spaces including a semi-private Mezzanine level, Paseo Bar, full outdoor patio, as well as our group and lounge seating on the paseo. Hosting off-site? Order Catering from Aba!
  • Private party contact
    Aba: (737) 273-0199
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