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Aba - Austin, Austin, TX

Aba - Austin

4.8 (1428)
$50 and over
Mediterranean
1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 157 times today

About this restaurant

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

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. Contact abaaustinparties@lettuce.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Aba: (737) 273-0199
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    South Congress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,428 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
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Austin

    Best Ambiance

  • Austin

    Most Booked

  • Austin

    Best Ambiance

  • Austin

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aba - Austin offers a "fantastic atmosphere" with "incredible food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "whipped feta," "short rib hummus," and "crispy potatoes." The "beautiful decor" and "outdoor seating" enhance the dining experience. With "friendly staff" and "delicious Mediterranean cuisine," it's a must-visit for a memorable meal.
1,428 Reviews
  1. Caryn VIP

    Austin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Aba didn’t disappoint. My guests loved it as much as I have loved it the last three years. Every bite was delicious, the service was great, the atmosphere fabulous. Recommend to everyone!

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  2. Ana Carolina

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great! I expected more from the food, but it is still above the average for Austin. Definitely worth it.

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  3. Patrick VIP

    Austin8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappointed and always exceptional hospitality. Ordered some of our favorite dishes and love seeing the unique seasonal twists they provide while always delivering an incredibly assortment of flavors!

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  4. Todd

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time - dinner for two with a reservation (recommended!) Food was fantastic, service was attentive but not overly so. Atmosphere is great inside.

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  5. Joshua

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing. Service was great as well. Servers were very friendly and also pointed us in the best place to go shopping in Austin!

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  6. esther

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great: garlic hummus was on point. Ambience was vibe. Would come here again

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  7. Terrance

    New Orleans / Louisiana3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great from the service to the food. The short ribs were impeccable as was the hummus

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  8. Shimen VIP

    Dallas - Fort Worth2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I had a great experience at Aba. It was our first time and we’ll definitely be coming back. The food was amazing, our server was great. He didn’t rush us, brought the food out in timely manner and was attentive.

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  9. Alvin

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always on the list when we visit Austin and food has stayed consistent!

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  10. DENISE VIP

    Austin17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time eating here and it did not disappoint. Hummus was very delicious and the peta was fresh. I e got the halibut, lollipop lamb chops with Brussel sprouts and crispy potatoes as the side. Drinks were also yummy!

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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 1428 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 157 times today
Google Map for Aba - Austin

1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    South Congress
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, 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. Contact abaaustinparties@lettuce.com for more information.
  • Private party contact
    Aba: (737) 273-0199
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