Caroline

Name: Caroline
Address: 621 Congress Ave Suite 101, Austin, TX, United States, 78701
Telephone: (512) 982-6766
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1133 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

25 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 48 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Lively
Great for brunch

Our all-day spot is perfect for homemade breakfast, lunch, dinner and to-go options. Located in the buzzing Austin's central district, Caroline Restaurant is a great place to jump start your day or enjoy a late afternoon glass of wine, curated cocktail, and full dinner menu. With a focus on regional cuisines our neighborhood restaurant has recreated classic dishes to make them healthful but delicious.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 982-6766
Website
http://www.carolinerestaurant.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ron Mays
Private party facilities
Whatever the occasion, Caroline is the ultimate Private Dining destination and meeting place for those who live, work, and play in downtown Austin.
Private party contact
Event Sales Coordinator : (210) 895-7165

Location
621 Congress Ave, Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
Congress Ave
Parking details
Valet Parking located on 7th Street.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Thanksgiving at Caroline
28 Nov 2024 only
Join us at Caroline Restaurant this Thanksgiving for a full day of delicious offerings! Start your morning with breakfast from 7 AM to 11 AM, then indulge in our special Thanksgiving menu from 11 AM until closing. Plus, with every Thanksgiving meal, you'll get a complimentary to-go pack of leftovers—so you can enjoy the holiday flavors a second time! Don't miss out on our freshly baked 8" pies, available in Pumpkin, Pecan, and Apple for just $20. Pick up your pie starting at 6 AM (while supplies last) or enjoy one as a dessert when dining in!
Sunday Self Care-oline
Multiple dates available
Sunday Funday is out and Sunday Self Care-oline is in 😉 Join us every Sunday from 4pm to close, and enjoy our healthy dining options from our Green Goddess Salad, The Caroline, fresh pressed juices and so much more! 🥗
Christmas at Caroline
25 Dec 2024 only
Celebrate the season with a festive dining experience at Caroline in the heart of Austin. We're serving our hearty breakfast from 7am-11am. Starting at 11am, we’ll serve a special menu designed to bring holiday cheer to your table. Begin with our flavorful Jumbo Lump Crab Cake paired with remoulade. For your main course, choose between the creamy Wild Mushroom Risotto or the perfectly prepared Prime Rib, served with creamed spinach, maple-glazed carrots, au jus, and horseradish cream. End the meal on a sweet note with our decadent Bread Pudding, topped with bourbon caramel and vanilla ice cream.

Offers

Caroline Happy Hour ✨
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
🤑 We love a HH just as much as you do. Explore one of the finest happy hours in Downtown Austin at Caroline, Monday - Friday from 3-6pm. $7 select cocktails and wines, $4 canned beers, and 1/2 off select appetizers. Available on our patio or in the bar!
Moët Mondays
11 July 2024 - 30 Dec 2024
Mon - Thu - 7:00 am - 11:00 am, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Monday blues? Not to worry! Unwind with special discounts on Moët by the glass and bottle on Mondays! Enjoy a glass for $18 and a bottle for $72.
Uncorked Thursdays
11 July 2024 - 26 Dec 2024
Mon - Thu - 7:00 am - 11:00 am, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Indulge in half-priced select bottles of wine every Thursday!

Popular dishes

SOCO MargaritaUSD 14.00
SOCO MARGARITA espolon blanco tequila, 21 seeds jalapeno tequila, citrus liqueur, cucumber, cilantro mist
Paramount PalomaUSD 15.00
teremana blanco, passion fruit, grapefruit infused soda, lime
Apricot SpritzUSD 14.00
brush creek gin, aperol, giffard apricot, strawberry, bubbles
Mr BoulevardierUSD 14.00
howler head banana bourbon, strawberry incused campari, cocchi di torino, fugit creme de banane
Last Word on 7thUSD 16.00
dos hombres mezcal, luxardo marashino, green chartreuse, lime
Mules on the GreenUSD 14.00
strawberry infused brush creek vodka, honey, lime, ginger
Fall Spiced Old FashionedUSD 16.00
elijah craig bourbon, pumpkin spiced maple syrup, black walnut bitters
Changing the SeasonsUSD 16.00
high west double rye, italian amaro, warm seasonal spices
caroline Espresso MartiniUSD 16.00
tito's, luxardo coffee liqueur, frangelico, cold brew, vanilla demerara

Zero Proof

Strawberry & AppleUSD 9.00
strawberry oleo, apple, lime, lemon, non-alcoholic bubbles
Melon-A-Go-GoUSD 9.00
Texas summer watermelon, lime, ginger

Beer

Draft

Austin Beerworks Pearl Snap PilsUSD 8.00
701 Sun Session IPAUSD 8.00

Bottle

Coors LightUSD 8.00
Shiner BockUSD 8.00

Can

Live Oak Big Bark AmberUSD 8.00
Live Oak HefeweizenUSD 8.00
Austin Beerworks Fire Eagle IPAUSD 8.00
Austin Beerworks Peacemaker All-Day AleUSD 8.00
Lone Star (Tallboy)USD 7.00
Modelo Especial (Tallboy)USD 8.00
Austin Eastciders Original Dry CiderUSD 8.00
Austin Beerworks Blood Orange IPAUSD 8.00

Featured Vineyards

Sparkling

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma, CA, NV, BrutUSD 14.00
Mumm Napa, Napa Valley, CA, NV, Brut RoseUSD 13.00
Lallier, Brut Serie R. 019, Ay, France, ChampangeUSD 110.00

Rose

Mr. Pink, Columbia Valley, RoseUSD 12.00
Studio by Miraval, Cotes de Provence, RoseUSD 15.00

White

Ponzi, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot GrisUSD 13.00
Pewsey Vale, Eden Valley, Australia, Dry RieslingUSD 13.00
Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, ChardonnayUSD 12.00
Stag's Leap, California, ChardonnayUSD 15.00
CL Buraud 'Frenchy', Texas WhiteUSD 13.00
Daou, Paso Robles, CA, Sauvignon BlancUSD 14.00
Four Graces, Dundee Hills, OR, Pinot BlancUSD 13.00

Red

Au Bon Climat, Santa Barbara, CA, Pinot NoirUSD 15.00
Cloudline, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot NoirUSD 14.00
Tablas Creek, Paso Robles, CA, Rhone BlendUSD 15.00
Clendenen Family, Santa Maria, CA, GamayUSD 20.00
Becker Vineyards, Texas, MalbecUSD 13.00
Boomtown, Colombia Valley, MerlotUSD 13.00
Banshee, California, Mordecai Red BlendUSD 14.00
Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, Cabernet SauvignonUSD 12.00
Benziger, Sonoma, CA, Cabernet SauvignonUSD 15.00
Neyers, Borden Ranch, CA, ZinfandelUSD 15.00
FEL, Savoy Vineyard, Anderson Valley, OR, Pinot Noir 2017USD 120.00
Justin, California, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018USD 95.00
Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley, CA, Cabernet Sauvignon 2016USD 130.00

What 1,133 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caroline is a vibrant spot in downtown Austin, praised for its "delicious" food and "attentive" service. Guests love the lively atmosphere and diverse menu, featuring standout dishes like chicken schnitzel and lobster bucatini. The outdoor patio is a favorite, and it's conveniently located near the Paramount Theater.

1,133 Reviews

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Mike
Austin
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The staff had read my request to be seated against a wall rather than in the middle of the restaurant due to my hearing problems. That was very appreciated. After we were seated, there was some issue with the waitstaff assignment, and we were completely ignored for over 10 minutes. Kyle, one of the hosts, noticed the issue and effectively waited our table for the evening. While our assigned waitress came by and apologized, she never provided any service. Kyle continued to see to our needs, and I handed him our tip in cash as we left. The food is great, the noise level in the main part of the downstairs restaurant is pretty loud. But, we were able to have a great evening thanks to their consideration of my hearing. This was my second visit, and we'll be back. Give Kyle a raise. He's observant, smart, and service oriented. BTW, we were there before attending a show at the Paramount, and they offer a discount to ticket holders! Check them out. We'll be back.
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Farrah
Austin
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Never got our food. Probably never out in the order!!
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Kimberlee
Detroit
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The breakfast was great, would love to try dinner.
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Sheila
Austin
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Arrived 30 minutes before my reservation so I hung out at the bar. The bartender gave me water and asked if I needed anything. She was lovely. The check in host helped me locate a restroom and was very helpful when my friend arrived and I was not where I told her I would be. Our waitress was FANTASTIC and even the professional he brought us our food was so jovial. I hope to eat again at caroline very soon!!
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Adam
Seattle
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Service was terrible. Food came to us out of order and entrees were brought out twice before we finished our starters. Wait staff was inattentive and didn’t seem to care about our experience. Food was average.
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Simone
Alabama
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service and location were great. Unfortunately, the main course dishes were dry and bland (Miso Salmon dish and Lobster with pasta dish).
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Jim
San Francisco
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on 15 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dawn was fantastic!! The schnitzel and Barada were amazing! The Caroline salad was disappointing very few apples and blueberries and goodies in it. Otherwise fantastic experience.
CarolineResponded on 17 November 2024
Hi! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Its great ot hear Dawn provided excellent service. It sound like we missed the mark with your salad course. We would love to have a chance to wow you in the future. We hope you will return soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager
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Mark
Austin
45 reviews
vip
3.0
45 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good. Unfortunately, the experience was marred by poor service. We waited at least 10 minutes for the server to bring water. Then, she left without even taking drink orders. Entrees took about an hour from when we arrived, and our salads were never served. The restaurant wasn't that busy, so we had no idea why the service was so poor. Not worth another try.
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Mindy
Austin
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Met friends before an event downtown. Great service and food was amazing. Highly recommend.
CarolineResponded on 9 November 2024
Hi Mindy! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Please come visit again soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager
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Manuel
Vancouver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Not busy for a Saturday night, I think is best for breakfast but chicken schnitzel did not disappoint! It was very good.
CarolineResponded on 4 November 2024
Hi! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Please come visit again soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager
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FAQs

Caroline offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 982-6766.

Caroline is rated 4.5 stars by 1133 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

25 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 48 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

621 Congress Ave, Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

Cross Street
Congress Ave
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet Parking located on 7th Street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ron Mays
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.carolinerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(512) 982-6766
Private party facilities
Whatever the occasion, Caroline is the ultimate Private Dining destination and meeting place for those who live, work, and play in downtown Austin.
Private party contact
Event Sales Coordinator : (210) 895-7165

Caroline

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Thanksgiving at Caroline

Sunday Self Care-oline

Christmas at Caroline

Caroline Happy Hour ✨

Moët Mondays

Uncorked Thursdays

Chicken Schnitzel

Miso Glazed Salmon

Mahi Tacos

Craft Cocktails

SOCO MargaritaUSD 14.00

Paramount PalomaUSD 15.00

Apricot SpritzUSD 14.00

Mr BoulevardierUSD 14.00

Last Word on 7thUSD 16.00

Mules on the GreenUSD 14.00

Fall Spiced Old FashionedUSD 16.00

Changing the SeasonsUSD 16.00

caroline Espresso MartiniUSD 16.00

Zero Proof

Strawberry & AppleUSD 9.00

Melon-A-Go-GoUSD 9.00

Beer

Draft

Austin Beerworks Pearl Snap PilsUSD 8.00

701 Sun Session IPAUSD 8.00

Bottle

Coors LightUSD 8.00

Shiner BockUSD 8.00

Can

Live Oak Big Bark AmberUSD 8.00

Live Oak HefeweizenUSD 8.00

Austin Beerworks Fire Eagle IPAUSD 8.00

Austin Beerworks Peacemaker All-Day AleUSD 8.00

Lone Star (Tallboy)USD 7.00

Modelo Especial (Tallboy)USD 8.00

Austin Eastciders Original Dry CiderUSD 8.00

Austin Beerworks Blood Orange IPAUSD 8.00

Featured Vineyards

Sparkling

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma, CA, NV, BrutUSD 14.00

Mumm Napa, Napa Valley, CA, NV, Brut RoseUSD 13.00

Lallier, Brut Serie R. 019, Ay, France, ChampangeUSD 110.00

Rose

Mr. Pink, Columbia Valley, RoseUSD 12.00

Studio by Miraval, Cotes de Provence, RoseUSD 15.00

White

Ponzi, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot GrisUSD 13.00

Pewsey Vale, Eden Valley, Australia, Dry RieslingUSD 13.00

Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, ChardonnayUSD 12.00

Stag's Leap, California, ChardonnayUSD 15.00

CL Buraud 'Frenchy', Texas WhiteUSD 13.00

Daou, Paso Robles, CA, Sauvignon BlancUSD 14.00

Four Graces, Dundee Hills, OR, Pinot BlancUSD 13.00

Red

Au Bon Climat, Santa Barbara, CA, Pinot NoirUSD 15.00

Cloudline, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot NoirUSD 14.00

Tablas Creek, Paso Robles, CA, Rhone BlendUSD 15.00

Clendenen Family, Santa Maria, CA, GamayUSD 20.00

Becker Vineyards, Texas, MalbecUSD 13.00

Boomtown, Colombia Valley, MerlotUSD 13.00

Banshee, California, Mordecai Red BlendUSD 14.00

Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, Cabernet SauvignonUSD 12.00

Benziger, Sonoma, CA, Cabernet SauvignonUSD 15.00

Neyers, Borden Ranch, CA, ZinfandelUSD 15.00

FEL, Savoy Vineyard, Anderson Valley, OR, Pinot Noir 2017USD 120.00

Justin, California, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018USD 95.00

Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley, CA, Cabernet Sauvignon 2016USD 130.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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How is Caroline restaurant rated?

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