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Prélude

Name: Prélude
Address: 707 W 10th St, Austin, TX, United States, 78701-2033
Telephone: (512) 702-9150
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

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$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033

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2 people

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Great for creative cocktails
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

Chef Mathew Peters, the first American to win the prestigious Bocuse d'Or in 2017, is bringing his culinary expertise to the heart of Austin with the opening of Prelude, an elevated cocktail bar and canapé lounge set in a historic home in West Austin. The space has a beautiful back lawn lounge with views of downtown Austin and private rooms throughout the house that can accommodate groups of 6-18 with private events options of groups up to 120 guests.

Prelude will offer a unique Austin experience, combining innovative cocktail creations with elevated small bites. The menu will feature a curated selection of small plates, designed to complement the bar programs signature cocktails and highlight Chef Peters' culinary artistry. Please note that our kitchen closes each evening at 10 pm.

Join Prélude during Happy Hour Tuesday-Thursday from 4-6 pm for $2 oysters and drink specials.

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Executive chef: Matt Peters

From the OpenTable editors: Cocktails and canapés are the name of the game at Prélude, a sophisticated bar located in a historic Austin home. The only American to win the prestigious Bocuse d’Or, chef Mathew Peters applies that fine dining precision to playful dishes like corn hushpuppies with Iberico ham and black truffle sauce paired with clever cocktails like a tequila-forward highball topped with cornflakes and toasted rice.

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Additional information

Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 702-9150
Website
https://www.prelude-austin.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com

Location
707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
10th Street & West Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

What 190 people are saying

Prélude 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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

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Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Prélude offers a chic and classy atmosphere, perfect for enjoying "fantastic cocktails" and small bites. With a "design-forward" setting and "outstanding service," it's ideal for date nights or gatherings with friends. Though some found the food options limited, the ambiance and "creative cocktails" make it a memorable spot in Austin.

190 Reviews

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Brian VIP
Austin4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great drinks and tapas! Very cool bar/lounge, felt like a cool hotel bar but in a house!
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Roger VIP
Houston4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing vibe! We loved sitting outdoor on the lawn and appreciated the climate control. Drinks and food were great!
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Danielle
Austin19 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for drinks only for a friends birthday. We all enjoyed our drinks and all service, from host to servers, were very good and attentive. Drinks came quickly. We were seated in the first room, which was comfortable with 4 small tables. Not sure what other seating is available besides the small bar. Restroom was clean. We will return! Note: We did not order food. OpenTable needs to add a n/a.
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Kirby VIP
Austin69 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great experience at Prelude! Service is top notch and the food and drink are also excellent. I've been here several times and it never disappoints.
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Ava
Austin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 27, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Prélude is so chic!! What a classy atmosphere— it falls in the same category as The Mansion at The Commodore Perry or The Powder Room. Very design-forward and delightful. Definitely not a place to expect a full meal— but perfect for cocktails and small bites.
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Gabriela
New Orleans / Louisiana1 review
2.0
Dined on May 25, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Drinks took forever to receive and they ran out of the garnishes after the first round. We were seated outside and told there would be fans but they weren’t facing us. I was also told we would be offered misting fans and when I asked they said they didn’t have any just the fans that were already out. The place was beautiful but the execution is poor. We won’t be going back again.
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Amelia
Austin5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely upscale spot for drinks. Very honey with great interior.
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Roger VIP
Austin27 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our party of 6 had a wonderful time. Great ambiance. The small bites and creative cocktails were delicious. Service was excellent. Looking forward to the next visit.
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Felipe VIP
Dallas - Fort Worth6 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic cocktails and food within a cool and chill setting
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Kimberly
Austin5 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
such a great time with my friend from chicago - we loved the moody design
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FAQs

Prélude is rated 4.8 stars by 190 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

Jun 15, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
10th Street & West Avenue
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

Website
https://www.prelude-austin.com/
Phone number
(512) 702-9150
Private party facilities
Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com

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