Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Downtown

Great service, restaurant is open with nice seating and breakfast was excellent.

All of the service we received was fantastic! The hostess was immediately kind and welcoming and our server was super attentive and helpful in describing the menu and answering any questions that we had. All the food we got was lovely. We ordered the sourdough, beignet, crispy rice, rabbit & ricotta dumplings, cheesecake and lime sorbet. I would probably order everything again, but the fluffy cheesecake was more like a cake so I would probably try a different desert. Ambiance was fantastic and it felt busy but not crowded. I would absolutely recommend checking this place out!

I'm sad that I'm just now finding out about this beautiful restaurant and also that I was so in the moment of our dinner that I failed to take one photo of a dish. :) Our server, Dennis, was spectacular. We sat in a cute little table for two, the ambiance was romantic and quiet, and the small team light on the table was perfect for the experience. Each dish that came out was beautiful and intentional. We shared each dish and started with the Tuna Tartare and the Stone Fruit & Burrata Salad. Both came with grilled focaccia that was done perfectly. For our main course we shared the Bone-In Ribeye which was okay but if we had it to do all over again, we likely would have gone all in on the Tomahawk Steak that we witnessed getting served to a number of tables that evening (the jealousy ensued). We also had a side of the Pork Belly Mac and Cheese and I know it is not a light dish by any stretch but somehow they made it taste light. Definitely will be going back!!

Always great food & service by staff. Ron is a great server who paces the meal fantastic so we can get downstairs to Parker Jazz Club. A great pairing for us since Parker opened.

Finally, a dining experience in Austin that truly lives up to the hype! Hestia's dedication to live-fire cooking creates magic on every plate. From the moment we walked in, the staff treated us like valued guests, demonstrating an impressive knowledge of both the menu and cooking techniques. The pork belly was nothing short of revelatory - perfectly rendered with a crackling exterior that gave way to melt-in-your-mouth meat beneath. My wife's bavette was cooked to absolute perfection, showcasing the restaurant's mastery of open-flame cooking. The attention to detail in every dish proves why Hestia stands at the pinnacle of Austin's dining scene. What truly sets Hestia apart is the combination of exceptional food and impeccable service. Our server was attentive without being intrusive, and their passionate knowledge of each dish enhanced our dining experience. The elegant atmosphere and open kitchen add to the theatrical experience of watching the chefs work their magic over the flames. Without hesitation, this was the best meal we've had in Austin. If you're looking for a truly memorable dining experience, Hestia is absolutely worth every penny.