Restaurants near Main Building University of Texas at Austin

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1. Carillon Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(941)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

The Carillon is a New American restaurant featuring familiar food with a refined twist. The Carillon provides a sophisticated and approachable dining experience for all occasions. Our culinary team masterfully creates dishes with local, fresh, and seasonal produce and organic, grass-fed or free-range proteins. The Carillon offers ‘a la Carte’ or 3-course dinner for $45 tasting menu, which can be skillfully paired with award-winning wines.Located at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin, The Carillon delivers an impressive and memorable experience. Complimentary self-parking in the Conference Center Garage. Bring your ticket to be validated. We look forward to seeing you soon.

2. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(3905)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 118 times today

Wood Fired hand crafted Italian food set in a rustic modern open space in the warehouse district in ATX. A wide range of specialty dishes created by Chef owner John Carver and his staff on a nightly basis. Our house made Pastas, Fresh Seafood, and Prime Steaks are all prepared on wood fired grill, oven and plancha. An International wine list, specialty craft cocktails, and local brewed beers to choose from. Dolce and some Grappa, Amaro or Vino Dolce to add to your dining experience at Red Ash Italia.

3. Este

4.8

Exceptional(76)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 81 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!

4. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1168)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 193 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.

5. Josephine House

4.8

Exceptional(1318)

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.

6. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1439)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 69 times today

Sammie’s is a little taste of old Italy in downtown Austin. It celebrates the great ‘red sauce’ institution—inspired by old school, legendary Italian-American restaurants. The menu offers classic dishes in a casual but sophisticated, retro-designed space that is both lively and comfortable, capturing the essence of a night out at your favorite neighborhood joint. The space consists of a central dining room overlooking Shoal Creek and 6th Street, polished wood bar, Mildred’s Room (a private dining/wine room), and wraparound patio dining area. Please note that patio seating is weather contingent. The menu offers riffs on standards including Housemade Mozzarella Sticks, Clams Casino, and Caesar Salad a la Tommy; timeless pastas like Spaghetti with Meatballs, and Linguine Vongole; and Sammie’s Classics: big portions of iconic plates like Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana, Veal Marsala, and Baked Manicotti.

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7. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

4.7

Exceptional(9546)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 155 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®!

8. J Carver's

4.9

Exceptional(1935)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 81 times today

J Carver's Oyster Bar & Chophouse features market fresh oysters & premium wood grilled steaks. Nestled in West 6th District of Downtown Austin, John Carver, Owner and Chef delivers an elevated classic fine dining experience featuring a gorgeous raw & oyster bar and intimate dining experience.In order to honor all reservations booked, we ask that all bookings adhere to our suggested dining time frame. Please contact our reservationist if you have additional questions. Our time frames are as follows2 people - 2 hours3 people - 2 hr 15 minutes4-5 people - 2 hr 30 minutes6-7 people - 2hr 45 minutes8+ people - 3 hoursPlease reach out to our reservationist for private dining.We offer Valet at $12 daily

9. ATX Cocina

4.8

Exceptional(2643)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 88 times today

ATX Cocina experiments with the boundaries of Mexican cuisine. We have taken traditional Mexican dishes and elevated them with modern approaches and techniques. Corn, the basis of the Mexican cuisine for thousands of years, is also the foundation of our kitchen. We nixtamalize and process our masa in house sourcing it from heirloom varieties of corn grown by small family farms in Mexico.

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10. Jeffrey's Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2189)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Central Austin

Booked 48 times today

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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CarlaVIP
Nashville •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
First time: Made reservations about two months in advance— the place was packed! Everyone was either celebrating something or spending time with loved ones. A great atmosphere! The food was outstanding, a great selection of wines and liquors at the bar. Service was faster than expected, especially considering how busy the place was. Reasonable prices all-around and excellent experience from the staff and the atmosphere.
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Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.9
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Deanna
Seattle / Eastern Washington •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything lived up to the recommendations I heard that sent me to the restaurant. The environment, the food… it was all great.
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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4.8
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CarnellVIP
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was my 3rd visit and I love this place. The food and service was GREAT!
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Josephine HousePrice: Expensive• American• Central Austin
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4.8
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Lacie
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Just wow! Delicious food and drinks. Our waiter was knowledgeable and friendly. We went for happy hour and had the seafood platter, cevichito, and fish taco. All delicious. We will definitely be back.
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EstePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
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4.8
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Robin
Austin •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 27, 2024
Another absolutely fantastic experience. Everything was first class… the food, service, ambience… all fantastic. Every time we come is quite simply one of our favorite overall meals. We look forward to another reason to visit The Carillon.
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Carillon RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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216 restaurants available nearby

1. Carillon Restaurant

2. Red Ash Italia

3. Este

4. Aba - Austin

5. Josephine House

6. Sammie's Italian

7. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

8. J Carver's

9. ATX Cocina

10. Jeffrey's Restaurant

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