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Dining at Arlo Grey - Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish, Austin, TX

Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish

4.5 (1790)
$31 to $50
American
111 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78701

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Good for groups
Arlo Grey is the LINE's lakeside restaurant by award-winning chef and author, and current host of Top Chef, Kristen Kish. At Arlo Grey, Kish and Executive Chef Alejandro Munoz dig deep into the bountiful ingredients of Central Texas to create a mix of dishes. The restaurant reflects Kristen's playful yet refined cuisine, pulling inspiration from her classical training as a well as nostalgic dishes that highlight her upbringing and love of travel. Come by for a casual, comfortable experience and a menu designed to nourish the soul.

Reservations are highly recommended. Valet parking is available for $12 for 3 hours with validation.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 478-2991
  • Website
    https://www.thelinehotel.com/austin/restaurants-bars/arlo-grey/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Kristen Kish
  • Catering
    Please email sales.austin@thelinehotel.com for details on menu options, pricing and bookings
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy lakeside views in our private dining space, perfect for special occasions and business events. Our entire restaurant is available for buyout as well. Please inquire with our team for availability and menus.Please email: AG.FOH@thelinehotel.com
  • Private party contact
    Yazmeen Hicks: (512) 478-2991
  • Location
    111 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78701
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Congress and Cesar Chavez
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking is available for $10 with validation up to 3 hours. Please present valet slip to the host for validation.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Private Dining Room

    $99.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Experience intimate dining in Arlo Grey's elegant private dining room, nestled in the heart of downtown Austin. Perfectly accommodating up to 14 guests, this exclusive space offers breathtaking floor-to-ceiling views of Town Lake and the iconic South Congress Bridge, creating an unforgettable backdrop for any occasion. The room is thoughtfully equipped with a smart TV, allowing seamless connectivity for presentations, entertainment, or device sharing. Guests will indulge in a curated, family-style menu showcasing the finest seasonal offerings, crafted with care by our Executive Chef, Alejandro Munoz. Upon booking, our team will personally connect with you to share the latest menu selections and to gather details that will ensure your event is a seamless and memorable dining experience. Whether celebrating a special milestone or hosting an important gathering, Arlo Grey’s private dining room offers an elevated blend of comfort, sophistication, and culinary excellence.
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Menu

Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish's menu was last updated on 2/10/2023.

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What 1,790 people are saying

Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Innovative

  • Austin

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish offers a "great foodie experience" with standout pasta dishes like the rigatoni and duck ragù. The "attractive restaurant" boasts a "beautiful atmosphere" and "incredible food," though some dishes and service can be inconsistent. Attentive staff and unique menu items enhance the dining experience.
1,790 Reviews

  1. Tara VIP

    Austin4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I so badly wanted to love this place. Valet service was nice, but still had to pay $15 for parking and that was after validation. I can’t remember the last time I had to pay for parking with valet service at an Austin restaurant, and we eat out a lot. There were maybe 3 tables when we got there so it was very quiet. Server was nice. We were excited to try the oyster mushroom appetizer but it was so incredibly sweet. It would have been much worse if not for the yogurt sauce it came with to cut the sweetness. My date chose the lasagna and I chose the duck ragu pasta. Both were good, but neither dish wowed us. The cocktails were great and the wine was good, but everything was just underwhelming. Their menu was also different on the website than at the table, so my date was disappointed he didn’t get to try the dish he had his heart set on. Sadly, our experience at Arlo Grey was a disappointment. The biggest plus was the ambiance; very pretty inside with nice lake view.

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  2. Kelly

    New York City4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Mixed Experience at Arlo Grey – Amazing Pasta, Disappointing Halibut & Misleading Cheesecake We recently dined at Arlo Grey and left with mixed feelings. The halibut was unfortunately a big miss—dry and underwhelming, especially given the price point. We also assumed our parking would be fully validated after dining, but we were only given a discount. A frustrating surprise that felt misleading. On a brighter note, the pasta dishes were the stars of the night. The rigatoni and duck ragù were absolutely delicious—rich, flavorful, and beautifully executed. The lasagna came in third for us—not bad at all, just not on the same level as the other two. A huge shoutout to Melanie, the manager, who was incredibly kind and attentive. She handled our feedback with grace and even removed a few plates we didn’t enjoy. Her professionalism made a real difference. One last note: the matcha cheesecake needs a clearer description. It’s a Japanese-style cheesecake, not the rich and creamy traditional kind we were expecting. If that had been clearer on the menu, we might have opted for something else. Beautiful space and lovely service, but the food was hit or miss, and expectations weren’t always aligned.

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  3. Sundul

    Dallas - Fort Worth1 review

    1.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Rude waiter. Food was mid. In the middle of a hotel lobby. Regretted coming here.

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  4. Andrea

    Central Kentucky2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This was a memorable and special meal. The food was delicious, interesting, and unique and the service was top notch!

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  5. Cory

    Austin12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great foodie experience and service was great as well.

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  6. Christine VIP

    Central Texas1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    Disappointing Return Visit – Won’t Be Back We decided to give this restaurant a second chance after a lackluster first visit, but unfortunately, it confirmed our initial impressions. From the start, the experience was underwhelming. The hostess was chilly and unwelcoming, seating us in an empty section of the restaurant near a noisy serving station, despite plenty of better options available. We ordered five dishes—only two were memorable, while the rest were bland and forgettable. For a restaurant with such a high-profile name attached, we expected far better execution and flavor. What really stood out, though, was the lack of professionalism. Staff were using the private dining room as a break area, with personal belongings scattered around and the curtain left wide open. It gave the whole place a disorganized and careless vibe. Honestly, I’d be embarrassed to have my name, Kristin Kish, associated with this establishment. We gave it two chances, and that’s more than enough. We won’t be returning.

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  7. William VIP

    Austin20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A celebration for my wife and I and birthday for a granddaughter. Just the three of us. Must say overall is was pretty good. The decor is questionable. I mean, huge metal looking bullets and (maybe) shotgun shells in bold gold hanging everywhere from the ceiling? What IS that? The service is good. The wrong wines were served. We took them without saying anything..The rice dish is interesting. A lot going on there..Paste spirals were great. Lasagna is not really that..It's good, but so small. We did love the flavors and it seemed like mushrooms were in every dish we ordered. Are we craving to go back..not really, but would definatley go back for happy hour. Also, they do not take cash.

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  8. Wendy

    Austin7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wow. Consistently excellent food and service. Great upscale ambience and windows all around providing beautiful views. One of our new favorite spots.

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  9. berkeley

    Dallas - Fort Worth1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Chef Alex and Chef Kristen work beautifully together and have excellent staff!

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  10. Tobie Shea

    Dallas - Fort Worth2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were able to get a reservation same day for a high top table by the bar. Upon arriving we were actually glad it wasn’t a regular table as the high tops were closer to the window and more comfortable. Celeste was our waitress and she was phenomenal. She was friendly, gave us awesome recommendations, and even went out of her way to answer specific questions about certain ingredients to make sure we were happy. You order all of your food at once so they can bring it out in courses. Celeste gave us the best rundown of how many dishes we needed for our party and was spot on. For the garden menu we got the potato salad and grilled sourdough. The potato salad was unique and not your typical, it was on lettuce leaves, but was so flavorful. The grilled sourdough came with really great olive topping and was a huge hit. The next course we got was the crispy rice and the rabbit and dumplings. The crispy rice was so good and if you got a little bit of everything on the bite you could tell how perfectly curated all the flavors were. The rabbit dumpling dish was such a comfort dish. The dumplings were more like gnocchi in a broth and the rabbit on the side. But it was so flavorful and tasty and I would love to have that dish in the fall again! We wrapped up with the swordfish. It came without skin and realized with a fantastic red cabbage and cappers with sauce. The fish was cooked perfect and the sauce was so good we wanted to dip our left over grilled sour dough in it. As a nice surprise they brought us out a complimentary fluffy cheesecake for my birthday. It had matcha and mascarpone with black sesame brittle and rose gel. Again, definitely curated well if you got a little of everything in one bite you could taste the vision and it was fantastic. While it was on the more expensive side, we all had two drinks and the 5 meals and splitting amongst 3 it was less than $80 a person. Certainly worth that! Thank you Celeste and friends for making my birthday celebration great

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
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111 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78701

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Congress and Cesar Chavez
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 9:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking is available for $10 with validation up to 3 hours. Please present valet slip to the host for validation.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Kristen Kish
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.thelinehotel.com/austin/restaurants-bars/arlo-grey/
  • Phone number
    (512) 478-2991
  • Catering
    Please email sales.austin@thelinehotel.com for details on menu options, pricing and bookings
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy lakeside views in our private dining space, perfect for special occasions and business events. Our entire restaurant is available for buyout as well. Please inquire with our team for availability and menus.Please email: AG.FOH@thelinehotel.com
  • Private party contact
    Yazmeen Hicks: (512) 478-2991
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