Women-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in Austin

by The OpenTable Team

Updated January 05, 2024

Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Woman-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their identity — explore spots to support near you.

The Melting Pot - Austin - Northwest

4.8

4.8 (1682)

$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!

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PaulBVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Delaney was the best!

El Alma Cafe y Cantina

4.7

4.7 (986)

$30 and under

Mexican

Downtown

About the restaurant

Patio seating is first come first serve. Reservations are for indoor dining room only.

El Alma Cafe y Cantina is vibrant, homespun take on the authentic flavors of Mexico. Chef Alma Alcocer prepares food as she would cook for you in her home.

"It"s fun, flavorful Mexican food that is very approachable. It's a casual, authentic representation of the food I grew up eating." - Chef Alma

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Jennifer

Dined 4 days ago

I made a reservation. When I gave them my name, they said I didn’t have a reservation at this location, maybe I had made it at the South. They said that was fine they could clean a table and seat us. This was embarrassing in front of the people I came with. I pulled up the confirmation text that showed the location. The hostess shrugged and said yeah it was this location. If it had been another time of day when it was busy this could have been a problem.

Freda's Seafood Grille

4.8

4.8 (2002)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Northwest

About the restaurant

Located in Northwest Austin near Lakeline Mall, Freda’s Seafood Grille is locally owned and operated. We offer exceptional Gulf Coast inspired cuisine at reasonable prices, without compromise to quality.

Our dining area is intimate and cozy, complete with a full bar. The spacious outdoor patio is perfect for enjoying our daily Happy Hour specials and live music. Whether you are here for a romantic dinner for two, lively gathering or business lunch, Freda's is perfect for all occasions.

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BillVIP

Dined on Sep 21, 2024

Shrimp and fish entrees were excellent. A number of large groups kept noise level higher than previous visits.

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Foreign & Domestic - Austin

4.8

4.8 (2039)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Central Austin

About the restaurant

We are a bustling neighborhood restaurant in the heart of north loop. We are one of Austins oldest farm to table concepts. Our menu is foreign in style, while domestically sourced. Our menus change with the season, farm availability, & on chefs whim. Join us for our nose to tail tasting menu nightly if you appreciate whole animal usage. Our wine program is aimed toward biodynamic natural small production wines. If you'd like to have pre or post dinner cocktails, our awesome neighbors include the tigress bar & drink.well.
Please note that we have a 15 minute grace period on reservation arrival times. Should you find yourself running late, please give us a call or the table may be released to a waiting guest.
Tables of 1-2 guests will be reserved for 1.5 hours, tables of 3-4 will be reserved for 1 hour and 45 minutes, tables of 6+ will be reserved for 2 hours. These times reflect standard dining times of our guests. Should you feel that you need additional time, please notate this.

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LynnVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Excellent food and service! Popovers are divine! As is the pare and gnocchi. Love the bread pudding!

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Popular dish

Parisian Gnocchi

Popular dish

Gruyere & Black Pepper Popovers

Popular dish

Roasted Berkshire Pork Collar

Emmer & Rye

4.7

4.7 (3465)

$50 and over

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Emmer & Rye is a restaurant designed around the farmer’s haul, featuring a menu that changes daily with a focus on seasonal and local cuisine. Heirloom grains are milled fresh for house made pastas, breads, and desserts, whole animal butchery is done on site, and an extensive in house fermentation program captures flavors at their peak and preserves them for the off season.

We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.

2024 Michelin Green Star
2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand

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KrisVIP

Dined 3 days ago

We had a fabulous evening celebrating our anniversary at Emmer & Rye! Sarah was the penultimate server. Her recommendations were spot on. The wagyu carpaccio, broccoli, and pappardelle with smoked wagyu were out of this world! This place is a neighborhood gem!!!

Habana Restaurant - SoCo

4.5

4.5 (39)

$31 to $50

Cuban

South Austin

About the restaurant

Habana Restaurant and Bar is a family owned and operated since 2001 that specializes in Caribbean cuisine. Serving lunch and dinner, this restaurant makes everything in house from scratch since day one. Habana Restaurant offers plenty of indoor and covered outdoor seating (including our tropical Cabanas) and is good for families, small to large groups and other special occasions. Start with an appetizer like the Cuban nachos, papa rellena, croquettes, and empanadas. Feel like sharing? Get the tropical ceviche, sweet plantains (maduros) or the yucca fries. For the main course, try the world-famous Cuban sandwich, carne con pappa, chuleta fritas (fried pork chops), arroz con pollo, or the ropa vieja. Our full-service bar also serves the best mojitos and pina coladas in town along with a plethora of rum-based drinks.

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Catharine

Dined on Oct 31, 2024

We thoroughly enjoyed our celebratory visit at Habanas. Our server German was excellent - very friendly and made great recommendations. Delicious margaritas and the arroz con pollo was excellent- plenty for 4 people to share! The flan and tres leche rounded off the experience! So glad the weather cooperated and we were able to enjoy one of the cabanas. Highly recommend.

Justine's Brasserie

4.7

4.7 (816)

$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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Drew

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

What an incredible experience, the food was amazing the ambiance was incredible and the service was top notch. I made a mistake with my reservation of 8 and they were able to accommodate what I thought was the proper time. Such a delightful experience. Can’t wait to come back. ✌️✌️

It's Italian Cucina

4.7

4.7 (865)

$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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Markus

Dined 5 days ago

We went to Feast of Seven Fishes on Christmas Eve. The courses and wine pairings were fabulous. Our server, Ashley, was friendly, fun, and professional. The owner, Al Fini, came by to check on us and answer questions on wine selections. Al has an outstanding wine menu with some of my Italian favorites, e.g., Amarone, Brunello di Montalcino, etc. There was even a jazz pianist. This place is a treasure, go now haha

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Experience

Half Prices Bottles of Wines Wednesday

Experience

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

Experience

New Year's Eve Dinner

Arlo Grey by Kristen Kish

4.5

4.5 (1720)

$31 to $50

American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Arlo Grey is the LINE's lakeside restaurant by Top Chef winner, host , and cookbook author Kristen Kish. At Arlo Grey, Kish and Executive Chef Alejandro Munoz dig deep into the bountiful ingredients of Central Texas to create a mix of dishes. The restaurant reflects Kristen's playful yet refined cuisine, pulling inspiration from her classical training as a well as nostalgic dishes that highlight her upbringing and love of travel. Come by for a casual, comfortable experience and a menu designed to nourish the soul. Reservations are highly recommended. Valet-parking is available for $10 for 3 hours with validation.

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Tracy

Dined today

Delicious food! Great service and wonderful atmosphere!

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4.6

4.6 (51)

$31 to $50

Indian

West Austin / Westlake

About the restaurant

Saffron serves an eclectic mixture of traditional Indian Cuisine punctuated by the flavors of the Himalayas. Our food stand true to its roots and origin while we source most of our produce locally. All dishes, sauces, naans and desserts are made in house from scratch. We are proud to be the first restaurant in Austin with a dedicated Nepalese menu. Nepal is a land of many flavors, while many of its dishes are indigenous and indicative of its culture and people, while few are inspired by its immediate neighbors, India and China. Our Nepalese menu is a thoughtful mix of both.

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ScottVIP

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

All dishes we tried were very good. Saffron exceeded our expectations. Service was exceptional. We’re looking forward to returning soon.

1417 French Bistro

4.6

4.6 (1053)

$31 to $50

French

Downtown

About the restaurant

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on May 27, 2024

Wonderful place to celebrate a birthday - the decor, staff, & food were all amazing! Happy hour plus Mon. steak frites night...great value.

Simar Seafood Cocina

4.3

4.3 (120)

$30 and under

Seafood

Arboretum

About the restaurant

Simar Seafood Cocina is Austin's premier Coastal Mexican seafood restaurant. We specialize in raw seafood delicacies like fresh oysters on a half shell, shrimp aguachiles and a variety of ceviche. Our chef signature dishes also include hot items like USDA Prime cut Ribeye steak, Scallops in a ancho chile burre blanc and Red Snapper ala Veracruz. Offering a fresh and family friendly atmosphere and patio seating. We are located in the Gateway Shopping Center and offer ample parking. It is our privilege to serve you and be part of the community.

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KarinaVIP

Dined on Mar 15, 2024

Great seafood options & drinks from the bar! Great atmosphere and staff.

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