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A photo of Stella San Jac restaurant
4.3
Awesome(1585)
Price: Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
Stella San Jac, located in the heart of downtown Austin, offers a distinctive dining experience that combines modern Southern cuisine with a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Our carefully crafted menu features locally-sourced ingredients and creative dishes that highlight the best of Austin’s culinary scene, from savory starters to mouthwatering main courses. Whether you're planning a special celebration, a business lunch, or simply looking for a memorable meal, we welcome you to join us. While reservations are recommended for the best experience, walk-ins are always welcome — just stop by and let our team take care of the rest.
A photo of Aba - Austin restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1241)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • East Austin
Booked 134 times today
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.
A photo of Josephine House restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1360)
Price: Expensive
• American • Central Austin
Booked 84 times today
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.
A photo of Este restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(158)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin
Booked 93 times today
Nestled between East Austin neighborhoods, Este celebrates fresh seafood, Mexican cuisine, and charcoal cooking. From the team behind the East 6th favorite, Suerte, Chef Fermin and restaurateur Sam Hellman-Mass are taking their love for masa coastal. In a location with a rich history, Este’s bright dining spaces, artisan decor and spacious outdoor deck bring the energy of seaside towns to East Austin. An extensive wine list and vibrant coastal-inspired cocktails are the perfect pairing for aguachiles, ceviches, oysters y otros mariscos!
A photo of Suerte restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(106)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin
Booked 101 times today
Suerte is a restaurant inspired by the people, cooking techniques, and flavors of Mexico. Nationally acclaimed Chef Fermin Nunez and his team pride themselves on the use of local ingredients from our beloved farmers to achieve something delicious and uniquely East Austin.
A photo of CARVE American Grille – Central Austin restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(788)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Austin
Booked 39 times today
A dynamic mixed-use community located at 45th and Bull Creek in the heart of Central Austin. Whether it’s a date night dinner, a casual lunch, or a weekend brunch — let our chefs prove how live-fire, smoke and hand craftsmanship are reinventing your American Grille favorites featured in our modern-rustic dining room, four private dining spaces, or patio spaces. Even signature salads, desserts and cocktail options deliver a delicious and memorable smoky experience. The expansive bar at CARVE will open to patio dining and feature hand-crafted mixology, non-alcoholic moxology and wines on tap along with bar bites and our full menu breaming with fresh, eclectic ingredients in every cocktail and taste.
A photo of Paperboy restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(259)
Price: Expensive
• Breakfast • East Austin
Booked 71 times today
Paperboy is a breakfast and lunch spot, known for its thoughtfully curated menu and comfortable atmosphere. We use simple, quality ingredients in our dishes, with bread, juices, sauces and preserves made in-house. Whether you grab a pastry and coffee to go or sit and enjoy a meal with your friends, we put just as much thought and care into the Paperboy experience as the food itself.
A photo of Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(9662)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 100 times today
Austin is known for its hip, urban core and delicious food, and Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® is the perfect combination of the three, with an upscale flair. Located downtown in the historic Norwood Tower, it’s within walking distance of the Capital Complex and other downtown landmarks. So come enjoy one of our award-winning dishes on the patio or sip a handcrafted cocktail in Bar 79®!
A photo of Hopfields restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(309)
Price: Expensive
• French • Midtown
Booked 14 times today
Hopfields specializes in French-fusion locally focused cuisine, 40 tap craft beer wall, a thoughtfully curated wine list and full bar. Boasting a warm inviting atmosphere with cozy nooks to venture into. Often praised for it's elevated but approachable style. The scratch-made menu offers food ranging from upscale specials, a finger-food bar menu, traditional-fusion French comforts and our Pascal Burger that has won Best Burger in Austin 6 years in a row.Hopfields has tableside service reservable for dinner in our dining room and patio, as well as a walk-in bar service, so you can customize the experience you want and always find a seat. Our lunch is a bar-service style that features traditional French sandwiches, salads and snacks. Brunch has a special menu reservable for tableside service or casual bar-style service; all in a 'not your average too-busy-to-book restaurant' setting. A few brunch classics, but many twists that make the menu scrumptious for everyone.
A photo of Bureau de Poste at Tiny Grocer restaurant
4.4
Awesome(353)
Price: Moderate
• French • North Central
Booked 9 times today
Located in Hyde Park, on the corner of 43rd and Speedway in the historic former post office building, Bureau de Poste at Tiny Grocer is a neighborhood French bistro offering classics with a modern twist. Open for daily dinner and weekend brunch. Indoor and outdoor patio seating available. We were featured in the Texas Monthly issue of the Best New Restaurants in 2023 as one of only 2 restaurants in Austin to receive the honor. We would love to have you join us!

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  • Elisa
    West Palm Beach •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The atmosphere, service and food were all top notch. You cannot miss out on the short rib hummus 🤤
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    Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
    4.8
  • Susanne
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great service, restaurant is open with nice seating and breakfast was excellent.
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    Stella San JacPrice: Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Downtown
    4.3
  • AdriaVIP
    San Diego •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Josephine house did it right! This sweet spot was an upscale yet cozy setting for a chilly day off brunch. The breakfast croissant sandwich was delicious, flaky and fresh. The Nutella bun was so good it was rude! 😁 The Ricotta pancakes were soft & flavorful without being too sweet. Note cheap but you could taste the quality in even bite!
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    Josephine HousePrice: Expensive• American• Central Austin
    4.8
  • roxiVIP
    Austin •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I don’t usually give reviews only if it’s really bad as in to warn people or when it’s really good. Well Este was amazing. Just felt welcomed. Our server was very knowledgeable, personable and confident. Had the sombra margarita and I can say it was the best margarita I have ever had. Smoky, not too sweet, perfect balance of flavors: a pleasure to drink. (Also am not a drinker but I love a good drink to sip over dinner) We had the Este ceviche. Amazing. Other two dishes. All were very well balanced, light, light in salt which was refreshing for a restaurant in Texas. My stomach and soul felt light and happy! Great experience.
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    EstePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
    4.8
  • Justin
    Dallas - Fort Worth •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Excellent food and atmosphere. It was lively, if not a little loud. We had four items, including the ceviche, brisket tacos, flautas, and sweet potatoes. I would recommend all. They were all super flavorful. The balance of potatoes and duck in the flautas was a little off (too much potato) which made it a little bland, but the mole sauce hit the mark and helped round out the flavor. We would definitely return and try other items.
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    SuertePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
    4.9
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