Diners' Choice: Romantic restaurants in Austin

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum

4.9

4.9 (5166)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Arboretum

About the restaurant

Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's Arboretum creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

Top review

LorriVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Truly the best dining experience in all of austin

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Popular dish

Lobster Bisque

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Salt & Pepper Calamari

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Petit Carrot Cake

Jeffrey's Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (2379)

$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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Alejandra

Dined 3 days ago

Delightful dinner from beginning to end. Excellent service and outstanding food.

It's Italian Cucina

4.9

4.9 (942)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Austin

About the restaurant

Northern Italian Cuisine, A True Piedmont Restaurant, Martini and Wine Bar, along with an Award winning Patio (il Cortile) Comfortable and cool in Summer with misting fans, and warm in winter with heaters.
Our philosophy - is one of Cucina Italiana! We cook for you as we do for our family with “Una Passione Grande” in a polished casual atmosphere.
Our focus on the menu, includes fresh handmade pasta, seafood, meats, cheese, and desserts, along with handmade craft cocktails and award winning wine list.

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KarinVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Rather than each of us ordering an entree and one appetizer, we decided to go the tasting menu route. We ordered a half a dozen small plates and shared. Each plate was uniquely prepared and simply delicious. The Pianist added a nice, quiet, ambience.

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Experience

Half Prices Bottles of Wines Wednesday

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Happy Hour Tues-Fri in Bar & Patio Only 5-6:30 PM

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Complimentary Wine Tasting Thursday

Intero

4.9

4.9 (1790)

$31 to $50

Italian

East Austin

About the restaurant

Just as in Italy where the food is genuine and locally sourced, you'll find the same at Intero with farm-to-table Italian cuisine. At its core, the concept behind Italian cooking stems from necessity and gratitude for regionally available ingredients. Intero, translating to “whole’’ in Italian, embraces this concept utilizing local ingredients from their entirety, paired with traditional Italian techniques and cooking sensibilities. This naturally sustainable approach allows for innovative, yet familiar dishes that highlight the seasonal availability of what’s grown and raised in Texas.

Additionally, Intero provides an authentic nod to the sweet side of Italy offering specialty house-made artisan chocolates (including truffles, barks, and sipping chocolate) along with other traditional Italian desserts in classic, seasonal and unique flavors.

Enjoy various Amari, select wines and craft cocktails indoors or out, set in Intero's modern casual atmosphere.

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Erin

Dined 6 days ago

Very good service and food, would recommend for a date or nice evening out. They were great about accommodating dietary restrictions and it’s so nice to see a restaurant take an inclusive approach to their menu and show genuine care for our experience.

POETA at Swoop House & Garden

4.9

4.9 (19)

$50 and over

Italian

East Austin

About the restaurant

Escape to the heart of Central East Austin, where a hidden gem awaits at Poeta... This captivating Italian inspired restaurant offers a new Chef's Tasting-Menu each month, crafted by award-winning chefs with seasonality and approachable in mind. Re-established in 2025, and embraced within the inviting, 1930’s historic bungalow “Swoop House”, Poeta exudes rustic charm combined with modern sophistication. From dinner to happy hour, specialty brunches and events, Poeta provides an unforgettable dining experience. Wander through the garden space for extended evening drinks and dessert...
Poetry / like food / is meant to be shared. Our words can evoke, comfort, inspire, fulfill, provoke, ultimately adding meaning to our lives and nutrition to our souls. Akin to putting words on a page, bringing ingredients together on a dish is our poetry; the love of preparing and sharing food from the heart is what brings out the poet in us…

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Erica

Dined 4 days ago

We had an amazing experience at Poeta. Service was impeccable and the food was all outstanding.

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Experience

JULY Chef's Tasting Menu

Justine's Brasserie

4.8

4.8 (826)

$31 to $50

French

East Austin

About the restaurant

Bienvenue à Justine's!
Our art filled dining room and winter tent are all available for walk-ins. We only take reservations for parties of 6 or more.

Guests waiting for tables are invited to have a cocktail, indulge in a caviar bump from the raw bar & lounge beneath the blue neon of our garden pagoda and meet friends old and new.
If you think you've gone too far ... keep going!

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Rachael

Dined on May 18, 2025

They were so helpful with adjusting our party size to account for some unexpected additions to our reservation. Barbara took good care of us! Thank you :)

Siena Ristorante Toscana

4.7

4.7 (2702)

$31 to $50

Italian

Northwest

About the restaurant

For over 20 years Siena has been Austin’s premier destination for authentic Tuscan cuisine. Locally owned and operated Siena's owners wanted to share their love of Tuscany with Austin diners. Utilizing the talents of long time veteran of the Austin food scene, Chef Harvey Harris, Siena's goal is to transport the dinner from the hills of North Austin to the rolling hills of Toscana. Chef Harvey received his Master's Chef in Italian cuisine while attending culinary school in Piedmonte Italy, but his heart is in Tuscany where he lived and worked. All food at Siena is prepared to order, pasta is made fresh daily as well as all stocks and sauces. Our food is complemented by an award-wining wine cellar and served in rustic, elegant surroundings of thick stone walls and tall wood-beamed ceilings. Whether visiting for happy hour, special event, or a romantic evening, experience the welcoming charm of Tuscany close to home.

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Christopher

Dined 6 days ago

Everything was wonderful. Love the interior of the building, it’s beautiful. Great service!

Blue Room

4.7

4.7 (14)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

Downtown

About the restaurant

The Blue Room is W Austin's by-reservation cocktail bar. A secret hidden almost in plain sight, this clandestine watering hole is a seating only experience in which Austin's brightest mixologists craft classic and custom cocktails alike.

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charlesVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Sean gave awesome recommendations based on tastes each of us preferred.

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

4.6

4.6 (437)

$31 to $50

American

West Austin / Westlake

About the restaurant

Seafood-centric restaurant with sweeping panoramic views of the Fazio Foothills Golf Course and the Texas Hill Country. Featuring a daily selection of freshly shucked oysters, fresh fish, and local “garden-to-table” fare curated by the culinary masterminds at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. Delectable non-seafood selections include tender steaks and braised and grilled dishes. Enjoy creative hand-crafted cocktails from a garden-inspired menu at the bar or outdoor patio.

Planning a visit? We recommend making reservations to ensure a seamless dining experience. Simply drop us an email at blind.salamander@omnihotels.com or give us a call at 512.306.5885 for parties of six or more guests.

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Curtis

Dined on Jun 28, 2025

The food and service were top notch. The views are great

Taquero Mucho

4.1

4.1 (73)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

When Gabriela Bucio, founder of Gabriela’s downtown, came to the realization that her regulars and biggest reservations were all women, she decided to create a place for women to go to feel loved, celebrated and empowered. Taquero Mucho is just that.

Dripping in pink feminine energy, this cute little taqueria is becoming one of Austin’s Newest Staples for women. The owner of Taquero Mucho prides herself on being a Latina Female owned and operated business. As the only Latina owner on W. Sixth street, Gabriela strives to preserve her culture, heritage and her vision dedicated to women of all walks of life. Taquero Mucho invites you and all the special women in your life to join Gabriela, her family and team to some pink tacos, pink margaritas and their instafamous Anti-Bitch Juice.

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Toguri

Dined on May 3, 2025

Their menu pictured a bunch of fun drinks with fun drink holders to go with them but they did not have any of the drink holders. Waitress just said they are out of all of them. disappointing because it was a part of the appeal of the place.

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