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Aba - Austin, Austin, TX

Aba - Austin

4.8 (1340)
$50 and over
Mediterranean
1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 153 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

Private dining

What 1,340 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 "beautiful ambiance" with both indoor and outdoor seating that diners adore. The restaurant is celebrated for its "delicious food," particularly the short rib hummus and whipped feta. Guests frequently highlight the "amazing service" and the restaurant's unique, lively atmosphere, making it a must-visit spot.

1,340 Reviews
  1. Yogesh

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Good ambiance, good food, the only issue was parking.

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  2. Silas

    Anchorage11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic place and great vibes, good fresh food and good services. We sat outside for lunch and as we had out dog with us. Highly recommended as a neat place to have Mediterranean food.

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  3. Hailey VIP

    Austin23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Yesterday I went to Aba for the first time because everyone was telling me to try aba and people all over the internet is telling me this place is amazing. I will come back again! The hummus is insane! I ordered more and amazing menu!

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  4. Lance VIP

    Houston51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time at Aba. You can’t beat the outdoor seating.

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  5. John

    Houston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really loved the short rib hummus. And steaks frites were the best we ever had. Aba has a great variety and a classic romantic atmosphere.

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  6. Alison VIP

    Austin21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’t miss the whipped feta or the roasted cauliflower

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  7. Ginger VIP

    New Orleans21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was exceptional and every recommendations she offered was truly amazing. Halibut, chicken, Brussels sprouts, and date cake. We loved being out on the patio and the ambiance was fantastic!

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  8. Kristina VIP

    Central Texas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time for lunch at Aba was excellent! Ryan was a friendly, helpful, attentive (but not intrusive) server, the ambiance was lively, and the food was wonderful! We enjoyed the "favorites combo," crab cakes & Brussels sprouts -- all delicious! I'll be back...and will bring friends!

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  9. Christina VIP

    Austin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been there several times and the whipped feta and other plates were so salty. Our waiter said it was not good as well. Chef might have been off- who knows.

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  10. Julia

    Austin12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was amazing as always and staff super friendly. Love your outside sittings so much!!

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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 1340 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 153 times today
Google Map for Aba - Austin

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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