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Prélude

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

Nov 22, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 23 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Fancy
Good for special occasions

Chef Mathew Peters, the first American to win the prestigious Bocuse d'Or in 2017, is bringing his culinary expertise to the heart of Austin with the opening of Prelude, an elevated cocktail bar and canapé lounge set in a historic home in West Austin. The space has a beautiful back lawn lounge with views of downtown Austin and private rooms throughout the house that can accommodate groups of 6-18 with private events options of groups up to 120 guests.

Prelude will offer a unique Austin experience, combining innovative cocktail creations with elevated small bites. The menu will feature a curated selection of small plates, designed to complement the bar programs signature cocktails and highlight Chef Peters' culinary artistry. Please note that our kitchen closes each evening at 10 pm.

Join Prélude during Happy Hour Tuesday-Thursday from 4-6 pm for $2 oysters and drink specials.

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Executive chef: Matt Peters

From the OpenTable editors: Cocktails and canapés are the name of the game at Prélude, a sophisticated bar located in a historic Austin home. The only American to win the prestigious Bocuse d’Or, chef Mathew Peters applies that fine dining precision to playful dishes like corn hushpuppies with Iberico ham and black truffle sauce paired with clever cocktails like a tequila-forward highball topped with cornflakes and toasted rice.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 702-9150
Website
https://www.prelude-austin.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com

Location
707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
10th Street & West Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

What 136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Prélude is a vibrant addition to Austin's dining scene, offering "phenomenal food" and "amazing cocktails" in a beautifully decorated, artistic setting. Guests rave about the attentive service and creative drinks. Although the small bites menu is considered pricey, the unique ambiance and warm atmosphere make it a must-visit for special occasions or a chic night out.

136 Reviews

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Coco
Tuscany
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved trying Prèlude for the first time! From our initial arrival and interaction with the sweet hostess, to our conversations with the bartenders/mixologists who patiently answered all our questions, to the stunning interior design and ambiance… this was a stand-out high end cocktail experience and we look forward to returning!
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Bobbi Jo
Los Angeles
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent cocktails!! Enjoyed conversation with Terrance & watching his expertise behind the bar! Highly recommend & will be back!
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Leslie
Austin
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Prelude has a very hip and cool vibe. The inside is so dark you will need your phone’s flashlight to read the menu. The appetizers are TINY. You don’t get much for your money. Our waiter was great.
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BlackSheep
Austin
36 reviews
vip
5.0
36 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very chic! The atmosphere is sophisticated, beautiful and edgy. Drinks were tasty and novel but serving size is fairly small, not boozy enough and pricey. Clientele is respectable and seemed much younger (ages 25 to 40) than expected. Bar seating is limited so not an ideal place to strike up novel conversations with strangers. Tho, that would be a fun concept to have a singles area to sit so as to meet people who appreciate exquisite aesthetics and attention to detail. Overall, I loved having a cocktail here!
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Abigail
Austin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Pretty overpriced for small portions and basic drinks
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Ted
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
My experience was very good. The food and service were excellent. But the music noise level as well as a very loud guest (across the room) made it very difficult to have an enjoyable conservation.
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OscarM
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything from the host stand to their service inside was phenomenal. The host took our pictures for us before we entered (It was our 1 year anniversary), our server Kate was super sweet and even got us bubbles to celebrate. Our cocktails were out of this world especially the melon and prosciutto!! And the bartender & manager came by to touch our table was super friendly. Whole place was just a vibe!! Will be returning soon!!
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OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great time watching the GA/TX game! Great outdoor space and excellent drinks! Service was amazing. Really great place to watch a game.
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Andrea
Los Angeles
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent first visit and can’t wait to go back! The drinks are fantastic- first class all the way. Don’t miss out on the Espresso Martini!! We had the hush puppies and they were delicious. The atmosphere here is incredible. The new place to be in Austin!
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Megan
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful atmosphere and spaces, great cocktails. Large outdoor space.
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Prélude is rated 4.7 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 22, 2024

9:30 PM

Booked 23 times today

707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
10th Street & West Avenue
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

Website
https://www.prelude-austin.com/
Phone number
(512) 702-9150
Private party facilities
Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com

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