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A photo of Edge Rooftop Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(535)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown
Booked 30 times today
Edge Rooftop Bar is a fun spot for its wonderful ambiance and views of downtown Austin. Reviews rave about the delicious food, tasty cocktails, and excellent service. It's a place to enjoy intimate conversations, have a great time with friends, and enjoy a world-class experience. The chill vibe and beautiful views make it a favorite rooftop location.
A photo of Aba - Austin restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1173)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • East Austin
Booked 204 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.
A photo of Uchiko Austin restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6050)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Central Austin
Booked 50 times today
Uchiko Austin is a fun restaurant because it offers an exceptional dining experience. Reviewers rave about the incredible food and attentive service. The ambiance is praised for being sweet and fabulous, making it a favorite sushi spot to visit on repeat. It's also a great place for celebration with a unique and varied menu. As one reviewer said, 'Everything we ate was AMAZING!' So, if you're looking for a fun, enjoyable evening with outstanding food and service, Uchiko Austin is your place!
A photo of Honey Moon Spirit Lounge restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(287)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Central Austin
Booked 7 times today
Honey Moon Spirit Lounge is a vintage-chic restaurant/speakeasy with a well curated menu of elevated comfort food and modern American share plates. The menu includes a craft cocktail list emphasizing fresh juices and classic ingredients, and an extensive and diverse wine list featuring varietals from around the world with a selection of beers and ciders, and a tap of local craft brews.
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4.9
Exceptional(74)
Price: Very Expensive
• Creative Japanese • Old West Austin
Booked 8 times today
For only $150 a seat for a limited time, experience the exquisite craftsmanship of Chef Endo Yasuhiro's 20-course omakase at our establishment, a collaboration with the renowned Sushi Nakazawa of Washington D.C. and New York City fame. Indulge in a culinary journey meticulously curated by Chef Endo, showcasing the finest ingredients and traditional techniques.Enhancing your dining experience, our custom bar features an impressive selection of rare Japanese whiskies, top-rated sake, and artisanal beers sourced from both local and Japanese breweries. Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and cultural heritage of Japan as you savor each sip and bite.To further entice your palate, please note that our menu changes daily, ensuring that you experience the freshest and most seasonal offerings handpicked by Chef Endo himself. Join us and embark on a culinary adventure like no other.
A photo of Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3731)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 87 times today
Perla's offers fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from both coasts with an emphasis on sourcing from the gulf and locations around the world. The bar makes delicious coastal cocktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.Perla's has Austin’s prettiest oak-shaded patio and a comfortable airy dining room featuring a huge saltwater fishtank, poured concrete oyster bar and open kitchen. Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com.
A photo of Jeffrey's Restaurant restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2196)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Central Austin
Booked 37 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.
A photo of Sammie's Italian restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1445)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 97 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.
A photo of Swim Club restaurant
4.5
Awesome(65)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
SWIM CLUBA historic pool turned social club, Swim Club is refreshingly fun. Indulge in the age-old adage: eat, drink, and be Downright. Grab a bite in the sunken dining room with submarine views of the adjacent pool, sip a refreshing cocktail on your poolside lounger, soak in the sun on The Lawn, and when the good-hearted and good-timing leaves you thirsty for more, enjoy late-night tunes in Rodeo Room.DINE AT SWIM CLUBDive in with cold-blended cocktails and brick-oven cooking. Vibrant cocktails with bright spices and citrus complement the dining room’s animated hues while the menu conjures memories of endless summers, highlighting local ingredients, backyard grilling favorites, roasted with the ferocity of the Texas sun. For groups of 12 or more please email ryan.hollowell@downrightaustin.com or visit us online at swimclubaustin.com for private dining requests. We also offer day passes for pool access only in person or through ResortPass.
A photo of Space Cowboy restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(288)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • East Austin
Booked 29 times today
Where robots serve, flavors rule, and good times reign. Modern kitchen redefining expectations by blending innovative service with elevated dining. Serving globally inspired, made from scratch plates and cocktails.Our journey began with a simple idea: to venture into uncharted territory, blending robotics with elevated dining to push the boundaries of what a dining experience can be. Our menu is crafted around a spirit of breaking boundaries since, in space, there are no bounds. Each dish and cocktail is an invitation to taste something unexpected—a fusion of cultures, and styles that feels both familiar and surprising.While our playful robot servers glide by, delivering your food and drinks with a wink toward the future, Space Cowboy is deeply human at heart. Our team is a collection of creators who infuse their own stories and passions into every sip and bite. With love for cultures, and a heart for adventure we share a desire to bring a piece of the future to life.
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  • Karina
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    It was a really nice experience. Love the place, love the atmosphere and drinks are good. Affordable price! Server were a little too much everywhere and no really paying attention to us.
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    Edge Rooftop BarPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Downtown
    4.5
  • Kalyan
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We recently had friends visiting us from Boston, and we decided to take them to Aba for Saturday brunch. Let me just say—what an incredible experience! We made reservations ahead of time, and everything from start to finish exceeded our expectations. We ordered nearly everything from the brunch menu, including dips and hot mezzes, and every single dish was an absolute delight. Everything came out fresh and tasted phenomenal. The muhammara and burnt garlic hummus were crowd favorites. The falafel and Brussel sprouts were made to perfection. The desserts were equally impressive—the sticky date cake was an absolute star, and the cheesecake with its delicate puff pastry crust on top was unforgettable. Although the interior ambiance was exquisite, we opted to sit outside by the bar due to the size of our party and the perfect weather, which added to the charm of the experience. Our waitress was incredibly sweet and courteous, enhancing the overall great vibe of the place. Aba truly delivered a memorable dining experience. If you’re in town, this place is a must-visit! Delicious food, excellent service, and an all-around amazing brunch spot. Five stars all the way!
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    Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
    4.8
  • TristanVIP
    Austin •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    As usual the meal was phenomenal from start to finish. The drinks were on point, and the food was top notch. As someone who has traveled to Japan on 4-5 different occasions, this meal is as good as it gets.
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    Sushi EndoPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Old West Austin
    4.9
  • Karen
    Austin •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We have loved Uchiko for years but this was the first time we ate off the Happy Hour menu, and our experience was fantastic in every way! The team always helps us enjoy a special celebration around our wedding anniversary (27 years so far)!
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    Uchiko AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Central Austin
    4.8
  • JasmineVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 21 Dec 2024
    I had a great experience! The wait staff were friendly and personable. The food was cooked well (we had the Korean Fried Chicken and the Burger). The ambiance is creatively corky and the patio is nice and with a slight tinge of romance is you sit in the farthest section of the patio. I will definitely go again.
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    Honey Moon Spirit LoungePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Central Austin
    4.8
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