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1. Hopfields
4.7
Exceptional(309)
Price: Expensive
• French • Midtown
Booked 24 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.
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2. Poeta
4.7
Exceptional(406)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Austin
Booked 9 times today
Poetry / like food / is meant to be shared.Our words can evoke, comfort, inspire, fulfill, provoke, ultimately adding meaning to our lives and nutrition to our souls. Like words on a page, bringing ingredients together on a dish is our poetry; the love of preparing and sharing food from the heart is what brings out the poet in us…For the same reasons behind revisiting the works of your favorite poet, we aim to offer a place that brings you back for food and atmosphere. Find familiar comfort, or experience and inspire new, with friends, family, and self. Poeta is nestled within The Frances Modern Inn located on historic 11th street, just minutes from downtown.Locally created and operated by award winning chefs, this neighborhood establishment welcomes everyone to partake in a meal, drinks, or dessert all day with breakfast, lunch or dinner, and enjoy daily happy hour.
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3. The Salty Sow
4.8
Exceptional(4052)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • East Austin
Booked 79 times today
Love SWINE+Wine+BEER? From the creators of Eddie V's, Roaring Fork & Hopdoddy, Larry Foles & Guy Villavosa brings you Salty Sow. The culinary force of Chef Harold Marmulstein & Chef Nick Sheley are together at Austin's premier head to tail restaurant. Salty Sow serves modern farmhouse cuisine, combining new cooking techniques with old-world methods like braising, poaching, and stewing. Our signature cocktail ingredients come fresh out of the garden, featuring local and organic spirits. Founded by long-time food lovers, we take special care to prepare everything we serve from scratch and by hand daily.
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4. 34th Street Cafe
4.9
Exceptional(250)
Price: Moderate
• Wine Bar • Central Austin
Booked 1 time today
A local, cozy restaurant, 29 years in the making! We pride ourselves on being a neighborhood staple with great food, great service, and great wine.Lunch is served daily from 11am to 3 pm with counter service. Dinner begins daily at 5:00pm and is full table service. We are closed on Sundays.House favorites include our Chinese Hack Chicken Salad and the famous Chicken Picatta .
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5. Yamas Austin
4.6
Exceptional(1148)
Price: Expensive
• Greek • Austin
Booked 61 times today
For parties of 12 or more, please email reservations@yamasatx.com. We look forward to having you dine with us.
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6. Nightcap
4.5
Awesome(727)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 2 times today
Nightcap was originally conceived as a place for sweet sustenance and sparkling cocktails. Since then, we have evolved into so much more. Our space is now known as a late night, date night spot for guests and friends alike. The cozy atmosphere is welcoming, romantic and is also a great place to dine solo. It’s a space to make new friends, enjoy some incredibly tasteful food and cocktails that aim to please. Nightcap carries an old school Austin vibe that is hard to be classified as a bar or restaurant. We like to consider ourselves as a nightly dinner party at your friends house. The idea is to come over, have a great time and let us clean up afterwards. On special occasions, glitter is our favorite color that is often paired with bubbles. We hope you join us for any occasion and truly enjoy your evening.
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7. Corinne - Downtown
4.2
Awesome(565)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 40 times today
Discover delectable modern American cuisine in Austin, Texas when dining at Corinne. Our downtown restaurant offers fresh and approachable timeless classics in a social and energetic setting. Be sure to check out our exciting drinks and signature rotisserie!
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8. Chapulín Cantina
4.5
Awesome(262)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 11 times today
Chapulin Cantina offers authentic Oaxacan cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere. Our bar boasts creative cocktails and an incredible selection of mezcals you won't find anywhere else! Striving to bring the flavor of Oaxaca to South Congress, Austin TX.Allergies to Nuts and Seeds not friendly. Chapulin has a 15 minute Grace period for reservations, please call if you are running late.
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9. Room 725
4.2
Awesome(86)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Room 725 is Fairmont Austin’s hidden haven. This Champagne and caviar lounge offers the most indulgent of Austin experiences through a selection of caviar, exquisite Champagne options, a menu of Pre-Embargo Cigars and live music. Room 725 is by reservation only and available on Fridays & Saturdays from 6:00 - 11:00pm.
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10. Saffron
4.4
Awesome(315)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • North Central
Booked 4 times today
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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  • Elizabeth
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Went here for my birthday celebration and it was absolutely amazing! One of the prettiest restaurants i’ve ever been to and the surprised us with a birthday dessert! Great service and the food was amazing! It was loud when we went because they had a dj so beware if that’s not your thing.
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    Yamas AustinPrice: Expensive• Greek• Austin
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    4.6
  • FranklinVIP
    Los Angeles •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Not trying to be a pretentious ars here but we’ve eaten in France & New Orleans and have had a hard time matching those experiences. My wife, daughter, granddaughter and I had a Valentines dinner here tonight. I can say that the food and the experience were great. French Onion soup was quality, I tasted my daughter’s tequila martini & ordered one myself, lamb chops were perfect and the banana, nutella crepe was one of the best desserts I’ve had. Coming from a fat guy, that’s a compliment. First timer who will be back for more
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    HopfieldsPrice: Expensive• French• Midtown
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    4.7
  • Irene
    Austin •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Fantastic Galentine's Girls' Night at Salty Sow! My friends and I had a wonderful evening at Salty Sow! From start to finish, everything was spot on—the food, the ambiance, and the service. We kicked things off with the deviled eggs, which were creamy, flavorful, and the perfect bite to start the meal. The BBQ brisket croquettes were a standout—crispy on the outside, tender and smoky on the inside, with just the right balance of richness. For dessert, we couldn't resist the bananas foster, and it did not disappoint! The caramelized bananas and creamy ice cream made for the perfect sweet ending. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, making it a great spot for a fun and relaxed girls' night out. We’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend!
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    The Salty SowPrice: Moderate• Gastro Pub• East Austin
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    4.8
  • LoriVIP
    Austin •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The service was friendly, attentive and helpful. Food was creative and delicious. Only complaint was our table. Circular booth directly to the right when entering the dining area. We sat very close to one another on one edge of the semicircle. If we sat in the middle of the table we were staring directly at the couple next to us. Very uncomfortable. If you sat one on each end of the semicircle you were too far apart to have a conversation. Would definitely request a different table next time.
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    PoetaPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Austin
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    4.7
  • DebraVIP
    Austin •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 6 Feb 2025
    My favorite neighborhood restaurant for a quiet dinner. The food is always spectacular. The ambience is calm and relaxing.
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    34th Street CafePrice: Moderate• Wine Bar• Central Austin
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    4.9

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