Serenade American Brasserie

4.1

23 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for business meals
Good for groups
Great for creative cocktails

Serenade American Brasserie reimagines a classic brasserie through a Lone Star lens, creating one of Austin’s most central and relaxed dining destinations. Welcome to a place where the allure of French oak meets the draw of Texas smoke.

Featuring locally-sourced dishes for all day dining, Serenade offers elevated comfort food in a setting that is both approachable and tranquil. The cocktails are bespoke and inventive, the wine list is globally curated, and the beer selection ranges from European specialties to local Austin brews. Serenade is led by Chef Johnny Ray Stinebaugh, with menu development overseen by W Austin’s Executive Chef Manuel Rodriguez.

Located on the ground floor of W Austin, Serenade spans an inviting indoor-outdoor and day-to-evening space. In the dining room and at the large focal point bar, double-height ceilings enhance the soft, golden light, while avian motifs appear throughout.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, French American
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am All-Day Dining Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 542-3660
Website
http://www.serenadeaustin.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
200 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
Neighborhood
Downtown
Parking details
None

Experiences

Christmas at Serenade American Brasserie
$95.00 per person
Dec 25, 2024 only
Experience a festive fusion of French sophistication and Texan hospitality with our exclusive 3-course Christmas dinner. Celebrate the season with expertly crafted dishes that combine rich flavors and regional influences, offering a unique dining experience that blends the best of both cultures. Perfect for a cozy, memorable holiday meal with family and friends.
New Years Eve Dinner at Serenade!
$105.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Ring in the new year in style with an unforgettable evening at Serenade, a charming French-Texan brasserie where tradition meets innovation. Our New Year's Eve dinner celebrates the best of both culinary worlds, featuring a carefully curated prix-fixe menu that blends the richness of French gastronomy with the bold flavors of American cuisine.

What 23 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.1

4.1 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.2Ambience
4Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Serenade American Brasserie is an elegant addition to Austin, offering a "beautiful blend of American French cuisine" with a Texan twist. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "delicious sea bass." The vibrant interior and unique menu items, like the Bird's Nest cocktail, make it a must-visit dining spot.

23 Reviews

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Erin
San Francisco
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Food was great. Typical hotel restaurant vibe and the service was needing a lot of training.
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Matthew
VIP
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent attentive wait staff and delicious food.
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Koonj
VIP
New York City
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We were greeted by the food and beverage manager and he did a great job of talking about the restaurant and made sure that our experience is five star. The restaurant is beautifully decorated. Food is well priced.
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Charley
VIP
Palm Springs
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent Service, delicious food, friendly staff being attentive without being intrusive. Will definitely return!
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Willow
New York City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The new restaurant is very disappointing if you were used to visiting the W for brunch before the remodel. Quiet as a church, service was not great, food was wrong, drinks weren’t put in and their version of an english muffin was a toasted hamburger bun, or they messed up that order also. Wont be returning and was sad that we were anticipating the re-open and were so disappointed.
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Martin
Atlanta Metro
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
The Chef can cook great French food. Restaurant needs marketing though
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Mackenzie
Austin
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The food was okay, drinks were meh. We went during dinner time and every single light was on, so ambiance was very off.
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Julie
VIP
Los Angeles
6 reviews
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Bartender got our drinks wrong numerous times and not made well. Service was horrible. Meals should have come out of the kitchen at the same time. Duck fries were undercooked and cold.
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Gary
Austin
12 reviews
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good service, good menu, good food - except for a few items that could do with some refinement, lively environment at times too loud, good for group meals not an intimate date night place. Great wine pours. Recommend trying.
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Sharon
Austin
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delighted with this new W Hotel restaurant- stunning interior. Excellent duck confit - tender and flavorful like we enjoy in European restaurants. Crisp and fresh endive salad with luscious rose water dressing. The bird’s nest cocktail is light and refreshing. We enjoyed excellent service and a quiet dining atmosphere.
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FAQs

Serenade American Brasserie is rated 4.1 stars by 23 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 19, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 23 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Serenade American Brasserie

200 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am All-Day Dining Daily 11:00 am–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, French American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
http://www.serenadeaustin.com/
Phone number
(512) 542-3660

Serenade American Brasserie

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Christmas at Serenade American Brasserie

New Years Eve Dinner at Serenade!

Menu

What 23 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

How is Serenade American Brasserie restaurant rated?

Is Serenade American Brasserie currently accepting reservations?

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