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- JJenniferVIPAustin •24 reviews5.0Dined todayService - Excellent - we sat in bar area - it was less noisy in this area - took our teenagers who loved it too! Happy Hour menu so good! recommend lobster corndogs, guiltless cheesysticks, tenderloin toast Married couple split 14oz sirloin with two sides brussel sprouts and truffle fries - so delish! Teens got burgers - both loved! They even gave us a free birthday desert!More infoCARVE American Grille – Central AustinPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Austin•4.6
- CCarlaVIPNashville •4 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoFirst time: Made reservations about two months in advance— the place was packed! Everyone was either celebrating something or spending time with loved ones. A great atmosphere! The food was outstanding, a great selection of wines and liquors at the bar. Service was faster than expected, especially considering how busy the place was. Reasonable prices all-around and excellent experience from the staff and the atmosphere.More infoRed Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.9
- SSARAAustin •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoAmazing place!! Delicious food and awesome service!More infoYamas AustinPrice: Expensive• Greek• Austin•4.5
- MMandyVIPNew York City •6 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoAmazing Christmas Eve dinner with delicious food, attentive service, and warm ambiance. Beautiful restaurant with perfectly prepared dishes.More infoVERDAD True Modern MexicanPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Austin•4.8
- MMeganNebraska •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoA beautiful spot for a delicious, unique brunch experience!More infoChez ZeePrice: Moderate• American• Northwest•4.7
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Frequently asked questions
Healthy restaurants located in Austin include Yamas Austin, Nômade and CARVE American Grille – Central Austin
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Austin are Nômade, VERDAD True Modern Mexican and Yamas Austin
Bottomless brunch in Austin is available at Yamas Austin, CARVE American Grille – Central Austin and Quince Lakehouse
The most romantic restaurant in Austin is CARVE American Grille – Central Austin
Restaurants in Austin with a great view include Quince Lakehouse, CARVE American Grille – Central Austin and VERDAD True Modern Mexican
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