Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Austin

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Updated June 05, 2025

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Sushi Endo

5.0

5 (139)

$50 and over

Creative Japanese

Old West Austin

About the restaurant

For only $150 a seat for a limited time, experience the exquisite craftsmanship of Chef Endo Yasuhiro's 20-course omakase at our establishment, a collaboration with the renowned Sushi Nakazawa of Washington D.C. and New York City fame. Indulge in a culinary journey meticulously curated by Chef Endo, showcasing the finest ingredients and traditional techniques.

Enhancing your dining experience, our custom bar features an impressive selection of rare Japanese whiskies, top-rated sake, and artisanal beers sourced from both local and Japanese breweries. Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and cultural heritage of Japan as you savor each sip and bite.

To further entice your palate, please note that our menu changes daily, ensuring that you experience the freshest and most seasonal offerings handpicked by Chef Endo himself. Join us and embark on a culinary adventure like no other.

Top review

Ryan

Dined 4 days ago

Simply amazing, just try it. The Tuesday-Thursdays $99 per person deal is an absolute steal.

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4.9

4.9 (1247)

$31 to $50

Japanese

Northwest

About the restaurant

Our sushi restaurant provides the best makimono in the area. We offer vibrant flavors, and use the highest quality ingredients for each of our dishes, giving you an experience you won't forget. If you are looking for a casual lunch spot or a special occasion dinner, our modern and upscale Japanese restaurant is the perfect choice. We also have a full bar with an extensive sake menu. Our hand crafted specialty cocktails are sure to please. Stop in today for a unique Japanese dining experience!

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Jackie

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

The food is always delicious! A little pricey, but worth it. Bartender is great. The serving station is enclosed but still a little noisy.

Bitelo Churrascaria Brazilian Steakhouse

4.9

4.9 (222)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Lago Vista / Jonestown / Cedar Park

About the restaurant

Bitelo Brazilian Steakhouse offers a truly authentic Brazilian dining experience. The restaurant specializes in churrasco, a traditional Brazilian style of barbecue. You can expect a wide variety of succulent meats, including beef, chicken, pork, and lamb, which are expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection. The flavors and cooking techniques will transport you straight to Brazil

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Karla

Dined 5 days ago

This is a nice venue. Food was good, service was great. The staff is fantastic! Best service we’ve experienced in a while.

LeRoy and Lewis Barbecue

4.9

4.9 (14)

$50 and over

Barbecue

Austin

About the restaurant

Join us for a Special Steak Dinner Experience featuring a locally grown Steak, butchered and aged in house. Steaks will be selected by our team prior to your experience based on your party size and our current inventory. Steaks are $60 per pound and on average are 2.5-3.5 pounds each. Guests will be offered a tour of the BBQ pit to watch their steak be smoked and then grilled to the temperature they desire and served family style. Our servers can customize your experience at the time of your arrival with appetizers, BBQ meats, sides, dinner menu entrees, and desserts for an additional cost based on availability.

Wines by the glass, Special Wine Bottles, Local Beers and Cocktails can be ordered at the bar or from your server and are priced on the menu accordingly. We do NOT allow BYOB of any kind.

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Mark

Dined 5 days ago

A wonderful gastronomic experience. The steak was perfectly cooked and tasted excellent.

Residence by Anthony Martin

4.9

4.9 (10)

$50 and over

Contemporary French / American

East Austin

About the restaurant

Adept Hospitality is bringing another concept to the location of their original popup, Sushi | Bar ATX.

Chef Anthony Martin, who received 2 Stars from the Michelin Guide as the Executive Chef of Tru in Chicago, invites just 10 guests at a time into a converted East Austin Craftsman home for an elevated dinner party. Anthony's refined take on approachable cuisine will be prepared directly in front of his guests seated exclusively around the Chef's counter.

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AmyVIP

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Fabulous experience! Highly recommend! Chef and team were inventive and provided a great dining experience.

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Experience

Tasting Menu

Four Seasons Hotel Austin

4.8

4.8 (55)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

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

Top review

Dined 7 days ago

We always enjoy our stay with the Four Seasons. Our entire experience throughout our stay was amazing and we look forward to returning soon.

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Experience

Summer Spritz A-TEA-X

Experience

The Hidden Flask

Sp Brazilian Steakhouse

4.8

4.8 (778)

$31 to $50

Brazilian Steakhouse

Bee Caves / Lakeway / Lake Travis

About the restaurant

AUTHENTIC BRAZILIAN CHURRASCARIA MEETS TEXAS HOSPITALITY

SP Brazilian Steakhouse serves an incredible combination of flavors from different cuts of delicious meat, all perfectly cooked to your liking. The service will make you feel like you're the only person in the whole place. With the incredible selection of delicious meats, salad bar, drinks and desserts, it is well worth the price! You are free to enjoy a wide combination of steak, lamb, ribs, chicken and as much as you could eat. That's why SP Brazilian Steakhouse is Lakeway's highest-rated restaurant on Yelp.

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JimVIP

Dined 5 days ago

This is an excellent restaurant with exceptional food and service and you can find good wines at reasonable prices!!!

The Melting Pot - Austin - Northwest

4.7

4.7 (1660)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Northwest

About the restaurant

Enjoy an unforgettable interactive dining experience with friends and family with fondue at The Melting Pot in Austin. We believe in celebrating the everyday, so you don’t need a special reason to come out for our delicious menu offerings.

Whether you’re here for drinks, cheese, and chocolate, or you want to dig into our four-course fondue experience, we know you’ll love every bite! From artisan cheeses to our decadent chocolate fondue desserts, there is something to tickle your taste buds in each pot. Let our friendly staff help you choose the right fondue experience for your table tonight.
Make reservations for everyone at The Melting Pot and turn the ordinary into the extraordinary!

Top review

Sathiya

Dined on Jun 16, 2025

Great service and food - Thx to Charlie who served us

Sushi Roku - Austin

4.7

4.7 (96)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Downtown

About the restaurant

A Japanese sushi concept new to Austin, Texas, unites the elements of inventive fusion dishes, hip ambiance and trendy cocktails while offering unparalleled hospitality. Making it a favorite for Los Angeles, Orange County and Las Vegas tastemakers as well as guests from around the world.

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DarylVIP

Dined on May 23, 2025

Loved everything about Sushi Roku. Food was excellent and our server James, was the best. A birthday to remember!

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.

Top review

charlesVIP

Dined today

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

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