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ArboretumDowntownEast AustinNorth CentralNorthwest

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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12 restaurants available nearby

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1. Paul Martin's - Austin

4.5

Awesome(2340)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• American • North Central

Booked 19 times today

Be it a succulent filet mignon or flavorful marinated skirt steak, Paul Martin’s American Grill in Austin is serving classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Our premium beef, chicken and seafood are mesquite grilled over a live fire to ensure a perfect sear every time. Located in the Domain NORTHSIDE, our lively bar is the ideal venue to gather with friends and try a few of our extensive wines by the glass while sharing a plate of tacos.

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2. Joi Asian Bistro

4.1

Excellent(457)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Asian • Arboretum

Booked 6 times today

JOI Asian Bistro, located at Domain NORTHSIDE, is the newest concept from Alberto Lombardi and his family run restaurant group, Lombardi Family Concepts. The concept of JOI was born from the idea of bringing popular Southeastern Asian street cuisine for all generations to enjoy and share. Through our menu, consisting of approachable dishes like ramen and chicken katsu and a diverse sushi selection with fish from around the world, our guests are encouraged to embrace the customary Asian approach of shared dishes. Also, our elegant yet approachable cocktail program combines the flavors of Southeastern Asian cuisine, with a touch of tiki. These cocktails are "Must Tries"!! We look forward to having you join us! - Alberto Lombardi

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3. Bazille - Nordstrom The Domain

4.5

Awesome(225)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Northwest

Booked 3 times today

Enjoy a delightful dining experience at Nordstrom restaurants, where you can savor chef inspired dishes, using locally sourced and sustainable ingredients. Come and try our signature handcrafted soups, entrees and desserts and pair it with a Nordstrom crafted cocktail, wine or beer. Call (512) 605-4875 to place your order or get delivery via DoorDash or Uber Eats. Offering Brunch until 3pm on Saturdays & Sundays.

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4. Powder Room

4.6

Exceptional(154)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Speakeasy • Downtown

Booked 43 times today

Step into the secret world of Powder Room, an intimate cocktail lounge that exudes timeless energy. Here, guests are invited to indulge in crafted cocktails in the warmth of an intimate living room setting.Powder Room caters to individuals in search of refined experiences. Elevate your evenings with table-side mixology, complemented by the rhythmic melodies of live music and artistic performances that embody the essence of this hidden gem.

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5. Caroline

4.3

Awesome(1174)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 52 times today

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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6. Prélude

4.8

Exceptional(161)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Chef Mathew Peters, the first American to win the prestigious Bocuse d'Or in 2017, is bringing his culinary expertise to the heart of Austin with the opening of Prelude, an elevated cocktail bar and canapé lounge set in a historic home in West Austin. The space has a beautiful back lawn lounge with views of downtown Austin and private rooms throughout the house that can accommodate groups of 6-18 with private events options of groups up to 120 guests.Prelude will offer a unique Austin experience, combining innovative cocktail creations with elevated small bites. The menu will feature a curated selection of small plates, designed to complement the bar programs signature cocktails and highlight Chef Peters' culinary artistry. Please note that our kitchen closes each evening at 10 pm. Join Prélude during Happy Hour Tuesday-Thursday from 4-6 pm for $2 oysters and drink specials.

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7. P6

4.5

Awesome(1133)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 24 times today

Once home to a parking garage in the 1960s, P6 has been transformed into an intimate rooftop garden lounge space for open-air dining and drinks with sweeping views of Town Lake and the lush South Austin skyline.The menu of Contemporary American small plates and inventive seasonal cocktails pairs well with technicolor Texas sunsets.Open every evening and on weekends for brunch. See you on 6.Reservations are highly recommended. Valet-parking is available in the hotel parking lot for $12 for 3 hours. Please see host for discount.Service pets ONLY allowed in outdoor space

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8. Corner

4.6

Exceptional(1011)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Southern • Downtown

Booked 65 times today

Welcome to Corner Restaurant! Ideally located in downtown Austin, you’ll find modern Texas fare and local twists on classic recipes, all in a stunning location on the corner of 2nd and Congress. Whether you’re looking for local Austin flavors inspired by the 5 Corners of Texas, delicious cocktails, or the perfect boozy brunch, Corner’s patio bar & restaurant has it all.

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9. Devil May Care

4.8

Exceptional(242)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 19 times today

Located at the bustling corner of 6th & San Antonio, Devil May Care delivers a fresh and enigmatic experience to Austin’s dining and entertainment scene. With its cozy, eclectic vibe, Devil May Care provides a downtown, art-filled, underground hideaway. Family-style dining features a healthy and shareable play on Modern Mediterranean cuisine.

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10. Anthem - Rainey St.

4.7

Exceptional(157)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

Anthem is a pub that honors American comfort food with lip-smacking Asian and Latin flavors. We feature 40 craft beers and lick-your-plate-clean options for every appetite. Our playful and eclectic digs located on Austin’s Rainey Street make Anthem the perfect place for friends, canoodling, and any other shenanigans you’re into.

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ShilaVIP
Austin •60 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Our server, Walter, was attentive and friendly. I always like coming here before a show at the Paramount.
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CarolinePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.3
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Brandon
Corpus Christi / McAllen •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful food and service! It was a little bit noisy but not overbearing. The two-person tables are a little bit cramped together. But the food was delicious and well-seasoned. The butter cake dessert was fantastic as well. Our server was very attentive and upbeat. Overall a great experience that made for a wonderful date night - we 100% would go again.
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Paul Martin's - AustinPrice: Expensive• American• North Central
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4.5
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Sergio
San Antonio •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Brought my wife for Valentine's Day and it did not disappoint. The atmosphere was amazing and the DJ had the best mixes. The drinks were awesome. I recommend the table side old fashioned. Will definitely come back with my sanchas pending my wife's approval 😁
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Powder RoomPrice: Expensive• Speakeasy• Downtown
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4.6
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Hector
San Antonio •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food and service food was fantastic and easy to carry a conversation
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Bazille - Nordstrom The DomainPrice: Moderate• American• Northwest
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4.5
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JulieVIP
Austin •9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 5 Jan 2025
Food was pretty good. The service was pretty slow. Food came out quick just hard to get servers attention. All good though!
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Joi Asian BistroPrice: Moderate• Asian• Arboretum
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4.1

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