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1. Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(365)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Johnson City

Booked 9 times today

Equal parts rustic and refined, Old 290 Brewery & Restaurant combines Hill Country craft beer with hearty, Texas-inspired cuisine. Our gastropub style restaurant emphasizes fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, along with our craft beer and our award-winning wines from Carter Creek Winery. Our Old 290 Brewery is also open for weekend breakfast and casual menu options. Hours vary for the smokehouse and restaurant.In true Lone Star State style, this brewery and restaurant also features a stage for hosting local musicians, check the calendar of events for upcoming live music, dancing, and more.

2. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1262)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 187 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.

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3. Tillie's- Dripping Springs

4.5

Awesome(1615)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dripping Springs

Booked 31 times today

Much like the family property where it’s located, Tillie’s menu takes what’s familiar and infuses it with an array of innovative international flavors, creating a new set of rules for cuisine in Central Texas. Join us for a modern interpretation of classic gourmet dishes and a celebration for what lies ahead.The concept behind our award-winning dining experience can be described as “American Nouveau" cuisine that borrows cooking traditions and techniques from all around the world to create something new and exciting. Through its breathtaking architecture and innovative menu, Tillie’s lives the American Nouveau concept. The restaurant’s building, a repurposed town hall from the Ninh Binh region of Vietnam, is the physical embodiment of an experience that takes inspiration from history and cultures.

4. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(4113)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 117 times today

Wood Fired hand crafted Italian food set in a rustic modern open space in the warehouse district in ATX. A wide range of specialty dishes created by Chef owner John Carver and his staff on a nightly basis. Our house made Pastas, Fresh Seafood, and Prime Steaks are all prepared on wood fired grill, oven and plancha. An International wine list, specialty craft cocktails, and local brewed beers to choose from. Dolce and some Grappa, Amaro or Vino Dolce to add to your dining experience at Red Ash Italia.

5. Suerte

4.9

Exceptional(130)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 120 times today

Suerte is a restaurant inspired by the people, cooking techniques, and flavors of Mexico. Nationally acclaimed Chef Fermin Nunez and his team pride themselves on the use of local ingredients from our beloved farmers to achieve something delicious and uniquely East Austin.

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6. CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek

4.7

Exceptional(3586)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • South Austin

Booked 87 times today

Our butcher is carving the freshest cuts. Our gardener tends our Farmshelf full of herbs. Our chefs prove how wood, live-fire, and smoke—with hand-craftmanship—can harmoniously meld every ingredient into an unforgettable creation. Our mixologists stand ready to serve innovation in a glass from classic to inspired. Our bartender pours wine from tap or bottle. And our pastry specialist smokes your sweet ending. Your daily celebration is here—at CARVE® American Grille. Whether it’s a date night dinner, a casual Friday lunch, or weekend family brunch, CARVE® up some time in this amazingly modern-rustic dining room complete with a vibrant bar and patio with hill country views. Everything about CARVE® is inspired by fresh and eclectic ingredients, with every dish reinventing the American grille experience. Come share in our heritage of flavor – your experience awaits!

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7. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

4.6

Exceptional(9700)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 79 times today

Austin is known for its hip, urban core and delicious food, and Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® is the perfect combination of the three, with an upscale flair. Located downtown in the historic Norwood Tower, it’s within walking distance of the Capital Complex and other downtown landmarks. So come enjoy one of our award-winning dishes on the patio or sip a handcrafted cocktail in Bar 79®!

8. Whiskey Ridge

4.7

Exceptional(175)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Driftwood

Booked 49 times today

Now Open! Located at the entrance to the Hill Country in Driftwood, Texas, Whiskey Ridge will serve elevated home-style offerings featuring Texas meat and fresh Gulf Coast Seafood cooked over our coal fire grill. At the heart of the restaurant, our bar will spotlight hand-selected whiskeys as well as craft cocktails. We hope you’ll join us on the wrap-around porch for a drink, take in the scenic Hill Country views, and enjoy some Texas-style hospitality.

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9. Waterfront Grill - Horseshoe Bay Resort

4.5

Awesome(85)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Horseshoe Bay

Booked 4 times today

Dining on the shores of Lake LBJ. Featuring chef inspired fresh seafood and scratch cuisine with bold flavors rooted in Southern + Mexican cuisine. From elevated seafood to fajita skewers, tenderloin chops, and a classic smash burger there’s something for everyone at Waterfront Bar & Grill. Unwind with stunning waterfront views, brilliant sunsets, and elevated dining outside on the lower patio or upper deck. Inside our casual dining rooms and bars have a relaxed costal feel. Gather with friends for signature cocktails crafted by our talented mixologists and a wide selection of local craft beers from top-notch breweries.Brunch | Saturday & Sunday | 10AM - 3PMLive Entertainment | Wednesday-Sunday | 7PM - 10PMDaily Bar SpecialsWhiskey Flight Wednesdays 'Tini Thursdays - Mini Martini Flights FishBowl FridaySaturday N' SpiceSunset Sunday - Specials after 8PMCulinary Specials | Daily 4PM-10PMWok Wednesdays Taco Thursdays Fresh Bite FridaysSushi SaturdaySunday Funday

10. Nido

4.7

Exceptional(1268)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Bouldin Creek

Booked 69 times today

Luxury takes root in the heart of Austin at Nido, bringing the charm of the area together with the culinary techniques of coastal Europe, all perched above Lady Bird Lake and the energetic cityscape. Nido is located on the rooftop of The Loren at Lady Bird Lake - recently named by Conde Nast Traveller and Travel & Leisure Magazine as "one of the hottest hotel openings in the world." Nido nods to the surrounding and native Hill Country, giving diners a one-of-a-kind respite to experience worldly-travel through food. Nido’s selection of carefully crafted, seasonal menus are internationally-inspired with a focus on classical technique.Reservations are available for inside the dining room and the dining tables in the bar. Lounge seating is available on a walk in basis in the bar and on the terrace for drinks and snacks.For more information, please visit https://www.thelorenhotels.com/cuisine/restaurant and follow @Nidoatx on Instagram.

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Corrie
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Halley, our waitress, was excellent. Our evening was everything we hoped for. Food was prepared perfectly and the ambience set the stage for a superb dining experience.
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Tillie's- Dripping SpringsPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Dripping Springs
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4.5
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Samara
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Second time here at Aba, and it was just as wonderful as the first! Sandra was our server and she took fantastic care of us. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. All the food is amazing, but highly recommend the sweet potato spread! The entire restaurant is beautiful, but I love sitting outside here.
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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4.8
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IngridD
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing experience good quality of the food and attention 👌
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Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.9
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Jim
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great food. Great service. Cool vibe. Excellent experience all around.
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SuertePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 Mar 2025
The Lonestar Cheesesteak was fantastic. David was a great waiter.
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Old 290 Brewery & RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Johnson City
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4.6

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