Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Austin

OpenTable

Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Austin? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Jeffrey's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2354)

$50 and over

American

Central Austin

About the restaurant

Jeffrey's Restaurant & Bar has been an Austin fine dining institution since 1975. In 2012 the restaurant closed for a major renovation and was reopened by McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality. The legendary restaurant, nestled in the Clarksville neighborhood just west of downtown, features a lively bar and three distinct dining rooms. The menus, from executive chef Mark McCain, features dry-aged prime steaks, updated classic fine dining, and locally sourced produce. The award-winning wine list, one of the largest and most diverse in Texas, features highly-sought after vintages from Old and New World producers. Private dining in the Napoleon Room and The Apartment is available for special events. Valet service is offered.

The charming neighborhood location, old world service & multiple private dining options make Jeffrey's a true Austin gem. Jeffrey's was named “Top 10 Best New Restaurants” in the country by Bon Appetit magazine in 2013.

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TamiVIP

Dined today

What a wonderful, celebratory dinner. Excellent service and the steaks were fabulous!

Josephine House

4.8

4.8 (1447)

$31 to $50

American

Central Austin

About the restaurant

The sister restaurant to Austin fine dining institution Jeffrey’s, offering breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour, dinner & Monday night steak frites. The Clarksville cottage features a small marble bar for coffee or cocktails, intimate tables in the dining room, shady nooks on our patio and a grassy front lawn for lounging. Serving an eclectic daily menu featuring the best locally sourced products.

Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.

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Dick

Dined 2 days ago

Josephine House is a small restaurant that offers consistently excellent food and service in an intimate setting. It's prefect for a date or special occasion or anytime you want to have a great meal in a quiet, intimate setting. It is one of our go-to places in Austin. Highly recommended!

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Experience

Steak Night at Josephine House

Toasty Badger

4.7

4.7 (148)

$30 and under

American

Bouldin Creek

About the restaurant

Discover Toasty Badger Diner nestled on Austin’s iconic South Congress Avenue. Housed in what was the city's first Dairy Queen, our casual diner offers an inviting '70s ambiance where you can enjoy oversized pancakes, towering French toast, and other beloved diner classics. Embrace the relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere, where the funky past meets the present moment.

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WalkerVIP

Dined 6 days ago

Breakfast sandwich is dank. Homemade English muffin, hash brown is delicious. The gluten free pancake is the best pancake I’ve ever had and I’m not gluten free.

Bazille - Nordstrom The Domain

4.9

4.9 (227)

$30 and under

American

Northwest

About the restaurant

Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (512) 605-4875 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Thank You.

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JudyVIP

Dined on May 19, 2025

Lovely relaxed atmosphere...fresh, delicious crab, mango, avocado salad...service was outstanding - very thoughtful, helpful and professional...a favorite destination for lunch!!

Chez Zee

4.7

4.7 (4667)

$30 and under

American

Northwest

About the restaurant

Welcome to Chez Zee American Bistro, where Parisian bakery charm meets casual American bistro flair. This iconic Austin original offers a captivating dining experience for a range of occasions, from intimate date nights and business lunches to lively parties, happy hours, and indulgent weekend brunches. We also understand the demands of the modern world, providing convenient online ordering. All that, and we serve the most divine desserts in Austin. Planning a celebration? Our private banquet party room is designed for special occasions or join us for happy hour, perfect for unwinding after a long day or catching up with friends. The weekend is for relaxation, and our brunch menu is the epitome of laid-back indulgence. Share laughter with loved ones over delightful dishes, mimosas, and, of course, our irresistible desserts. Chez Zee American Bistro is more than a restaurant; it's a place where culinary excellence meets unforgettable experiences. We look forward to serving you soon.

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MarkVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We really enjoyed a quiet dinner just before 5PM this afternoon. Great food, great service, and a cozy neighborhood gem.

Sawyer & Co.

4.6

4.6 (592)

$30 and under

American

East Austin

About the restaurant

Finer diner blending comfort and sophistication, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere. The menu celebrates classic Southern favorites like fluffy, homemade biscuits with rich gravy, perfectly seasoned shrimp and grits, and hearty blue plate specials that change daily. Evening dining features elevated options, showcasing creative twists on regional staples with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're stopping in for a comforting breakfast or a refined dinner, this diner promises a heartfelt taste of Southern hospitality.

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Devon

Dined 7 days ago

Cool vibe with good music. Our waiter was very welcoming and friendly. The food was good, but the portions were small. We got the salmon Benedict and the fried chicken biscuit. For almost $20 for each plate, I’d expect maybe some sides (sides are $4 each) that come with the plate, or a larger portion, and I would also expect the food to come out warm (the Benedict came to our table room temperature/almost cold). The Bloody Mary was very good!

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Experience

Buckets & Bubbles

Experience

Sawyer & Co. True Happy Hour

Experience

Sawyer & Co. True Happy Hour

Roaring Fork - North Austin, Stonelake

4.7

4.7 (5191)

$31 to $50

American

Arboretum

About the restaurant

Roaring Fork offers bold American wood-fired cooking in refined atmosphere with rustic touches. Whether it's cocktails in the lounge, dinner in our comfortable dining room, or open-air patio with panoramic views of Quarry Lake, Roaring Fork is the perfect place to relax with family and friends.

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Benjamin

Dined today

Service was great and as well the atmosphere. Food was on point. Very delicious.

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Popular dish

Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Doc B's Restaurant - Austin

4.8

4.8 (1105)

$30 and under

American

North Central

About the restaurant

Set in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, Doc B's Restaurant & Bar serves food made from scratch daily. Incorporating the highest-quality ingredients, the menu includes a variety of entree-sized salads, & "very special” entrees, crave-worthy burgers and sandwiches, signature Wok Out Bowls™, housemade pizza, indulgent desserts and so much more. Doc B’s also impresses with an extensive craft beer, wine and spirits selection in addition to signature cocktails. No matter what occasion, the expansive menu truly offers something for everyone. With each location having its own personality, Doc B’s Austin offers weekend brunch as well as a large, vibrant outdoor patio with a retractable canopy, TVs, heaters, misters and fans designed to enjoy during any season. In addition, the expansive bar area is perfect for mingling with friends.

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Faye

Dined 1 day ago

Excellent service, good food choices and delicious entrees. We really enjoyed the guacamole and sweet potato chips. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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Popular dish

Homemade Oreo Ice Cream

Popular dish

Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

Eberly

4.7

4.7 (1894)

$31 to $50

American

Bouldin Creek

About the restaurant

Nestled within Eberly, you’ll find a stunning dining room serving contemporary American cuisine—a seamless blend of timeless classics reimagined with a modern twist. The Study, our garden-inspired atrium, is perfect for grand seated dinners and unforgettable events. Unwind on our climate-controlled covered patio, where communal seating fosters a relaxed, casual vibe. All spaces can be booked privately, but the Cannon Room and Rooftop Terrace, overlooking downtown, are exclusive to private reservations.

Our crown jewel, the historic Cedar Tavern bar from New York’s Greenwich Village, debuts a unique menu separate from Eberly’s on April 10, 2025. This iconic space welcomes walk-ins only, accommodating both intimate gatherings and larger groups with ease.

Eberly and Cedar Tavern deliver exceptional fare with bold flavors, masterful preparation, and a commitment to fresh, seasonal, and local ingredients. We look forward to being your hosts.

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Grace

Dined 7 days ago

The ambiance is fantastic. The old world touches made it feel like you were in some old San Francisco historic building. We sat at the bar because that is all that was left, but I feel like if a restaurant is going to offer bar seating for your meals, they should have more comfortable stools with backs. They currently have just a round, wooden and small seat with no back. Our service provider was behind the bar and very friendly and attentive. The menu is small, but has some great dishes listed. We had the cesar salad with crab cake and the spaghettini with lobster. Both were great. We also got a side of the zucchini, which we did not enjoy, and the Japanese bread rolls, which were good. We opted for cocktails, which were good, but also wanted to check out the other bar at the back. We thought those drinks were great too! Also, the complementary valet is a must. There are really no other options for parking.

Four Seasons Hotel Austin

4.7

4.7 (54)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Four Seasons Hotel Austin
98 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin, TX 78701

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Bishvesh

Dined on Apr 29, 2025

Excellent high tea experience, loved the ambience, food and the service.