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Aba - Austin, Austin, TX
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Aba - Austin

4.8 (1374)
$50 and over
Mediterranean
1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779

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2 people
7:00 PM

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. 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 1,374 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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

NoiseModerate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aba - Austin offers a "beautiful atmosphere" with "delicious food" and "excellent service," making it a standout Mediterranean dining spot. Guests rave about the "whipped feta," "date cake," and "short rib hummus," set in a "gorgeous environment" perfect for any occasion. Outdoor seating enhances the "amazing ambiance."
1,374 Reviews
  1. Robert VIP

    Austin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and atmosphere is always wonderful. We have been there several times and the food never disappoints. The only complaint would involve the staffing and or bar. It seems a little under staffed. Ordering the drinks and getting the drinks took a very long time.

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  2. Julie

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic experience! Food was delicious and ambiance was perfect.

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  3. Andrea

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lots of outdoor seating & a cool outside bar. Inside is stylishly and slightly luxuriously decorated w/modern tones & great lighting. The whipped feta //hummus appetizer w/seasoned pita is really good. Three of us shared the entrees & my fav was the halibut. Then we sat outside at the bar & had a refreshing Summer cocktail.

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  4. Yogini

    Austin5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We were in and out in 45 minutes. Felt rushed with our dinner.

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  5. Maja

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved the vibe and the food at Aba! We got whipped feta and a cauliflower. The portions were generous and super tasty. For mains we got salmon kabobs and braised short ribs. Both 10/10 I highly recommend!

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  6. Sarah

    Columbus2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    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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  7. Alison

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, ambience, and service was top-notch! One of my top favorite restaurants/places to be at in Austin. Highly recommended and will be back without a doubt!

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  8. Erik VIP

    Austin3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food. Great service. Really fantastic location. We’ll definitely be back!

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  9. Karen

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had seen reviews and heard from celebrity podcasts that this restaurant was one of the best in Austin so our group was excited to get a reservation. And it truly did not disappoint. The food was amazing, the service was great, the drinks were good, 10/10. When one of our apps didn't come out, the server took it off the bill (without us asking, we just wanted the hummus) but still sent it out, as a former server/bartender that's truly a great way to make the customer want to come back and feel appreciated. We were outside and they had plenty of shade and fans running so we were not feeling the Texas heat at all. The prices aren't cheap but the quality of everything makes up for it and it wasn't breaking the bank at all. It's not a weekly expense for most, but it's not "anniversaries only" pricing. We're from NY so whenever we come back, definitely making a return trip to Aba.

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  10. Donald VIP

    Austin70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious, especially the eggplant appetizer and the chicken kebob. Service by Jessica was wonderful-- knew menu well, pleasant, attentive. The outside area is well-shaded and well-designed.

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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 1374 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
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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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