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Canje

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$31 to $50
Caribbean
1914 E 6th St ste c, Austin, TX 78702

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Innovative
Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean cuisine restaurant brought you by Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph of E&R Hospitality Group.

Named after the Canje pheasant, national bird of Guyana, Canje pulls inspiration not just from mainland Guyana, but from Jamaica to Puerto Rico, and all the islands in between. Our menu explores the cooking techniques, ingredients, and many expressions of vibrant food across the region.

Tucked away on the east side of Austin, this lively environment brings a unique cocktail program boasting both spirit forward and fruit driven cocktails and a small selection of natural wines alongside our inventive food menu.

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Executive chef: Tavel Bristol-Joseph

From the OpenTable editors: The music is loud, the jerk chicken is hot, and the cocktails are colorful at Canje, the East Austin hotspot from chef and Guyanese native Tavel Bristol-Joseph. In a lively space decked with palm fronds and tropical wallpaper, dig into Caribbean-inspired dishes like Guyanese-style roti and West Indian curry that earned Bristol-Joseph his first James Beard nod.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 706-9119
  • Website
    https://canjeatx.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Canje offers full service catering and we would love to bring our unique cuisine to the privacy of your home or office! For more information, please visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your group with us for private events at Canje! Our Private Dining Room seats up to 16 guests, otherwise we offer patio and restaurant buy-outs. For more information, visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.
  • Location
    1914 E 6th St ste c, Austin, TX 78702
  • Neighborhood
    East Austin
  • Cross street
    On 6th street just east of Chicon Street.
  • Parking details
    Canje offers limited parking spaces in our private lot otherwise street parking in the neighborhood.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,357 people are saying

Canje reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • Austin

    Best Food

  • Austin

    Innovative

  • Austin

    Best Food

  • Austin

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Canje offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Known for its bold Caribbean flavors, the menu features standout dishes like "jerk chicken" and "roti." While the ambiance is lively, it can be "quite loud." Perfect for both special occasions and casual dinners, Canje is a must-visit in Austin.
2,357 Reviews

  1. Michael

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and ambience! Staff is very friendly, knowledgeable and fun. Portions are small, though. Overall a great vibe.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a 10/10! Truly can’t recommend this place enough!

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  3. Joanne VIP

    Austin41 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant! The curry beef was rich and flavorful, while the akara was perfectly crispy and tasty , carmelized plantain was so good , and the pepper rice added a nice kick. Our waiter was warm and engaging, and the entire staff made us feel welcome. The atmosphere was friendly, and my husband was especially moved—it reminded him of a dish from his home country. Moi Moi :) From valet to leaving, it was a fantastic experience all around! Highly recommend.

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  4. Kathy VIP

    Austin2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We loved it! Food was amazing and it was a wonderful evening 💚

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  5. Tonika

    San Francisco Bay Area5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I cannot say enough good things about the food — it was absolutely amazing! Every bite was bursting with flavor, perfectly seasoned, and clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients. The presentation was beautiful, and the taste exceeded all expectations. From the appetizers to the main course. You can truly tell the chefs are passionate about what they do. I’ll definitely be coming back — this place is a hidden gem!

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  6. Cydney

    Austin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an amazing vibe! It was our first date night in a while, so we’re so grateful to the incredible staff for making our first Mom + Dad night out in a while so special and fun!

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  7. Kristina VIP

    Austin22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for their Friends in Town dinner event and it was AWESOME. So much fun, delicious food, really loved all of the Chef's table touches....our service was the best, explaining every dish. We had a blast and left very happy and very full! Thank you Canje team!

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  8. John VIP

    Austin19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular evening of dining, great service and a fantastic chef working the room. Great special event. Canje hits every time.

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  9. Stephanie

    San Antonio5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was like nothing I have ever had. So unique and thoughtful down to the desert. The jerk chicken is spicy but worth the burn. We celebrated my husbands birthday and everyone that brought us a dish mentioned that. What a special touch! 10/10 would recommend!

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  10. nimal VIP

    Austin12 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very good. Above average would be doing them dirty. Top notch is suitable. Dishes are served family style but that’s nonsense. Portions are small and alacarte is a better description. 1-2 dishes per person works well. Roti is good but spicy boys fried chicken does a better traditional roti. Waygu beef curry was solid for a curry with very tender beef. Drinks were good. Tres Leches looks like the traditional desert and there were a curve ball of flavors. Best described as interesting. Went once and won’t again. Just not worth it for the food.

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Canje is rated 4.9 stars by 2357 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 75 times today
Google Map for Canje

1914 E 6th St ste c, Austin, TX 78702

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On 6th street just east of Chicon Street.
  • Neighborhood
    East Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Caribbean
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Canje offers limited parking spaces in our private lot otherwise street parking in the neighborhood.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://canjeatx.com/
  • Phone number
    (512) 706-9119
  • Catering
    Canje offers full service catering and we would love to bring our unique cuisine to the privacy of your home or office! For more information, please visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your group with us for private events at Canje! Our Private Dining Room seats up to 16 guests, otherwise we offer patio and restaurant buy-outs. For more information, visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.

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