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1. Hopfields
4.7
Exceptional(317)
Price: Expensive
• French • Midtown
Booked 4 times today
Hopfields specializes in French-fusion locally focused cuisine, 40 tap craft beer wall, a thoughtfully curated wine list and full bar. Boasting a warm inviting atmosphere with cozy nooks to venture into. Often praised for it's elevated but approachable style. The scratch-made menu offers food ranging from upscale specials, a finger-food bar menu, traditional-fusion French comforts and our Pascal Burger that has won Best Burger in Austin 6 years in a row.Hopfields has tableside service reservable for dinner in our dining room and patio, as well as a walk-in bar service, so you can customize the experience you want and always find a seat. Our lunch is a bar-service style that features traditional French sandwiches, salads and snacks. Brunch has a special menu reservable for tableside service or casual bar-style service; all in a 'not your average too-busy-to-book restaurant' setting. A few brunch classics, but many twists that make the menu scrumptious for everyone.
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2. Josephine House
4.8
Exceptional(1379)
Price: Expensive
• American • Central Austin
Booked 97 times today
The sister restaurant to Austin fine dining institution Jeffrey’s, offering breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour, dinner & Monday night steak frites. The Clarksville cottage features a small marble bar for coffee or cocktails, intimate tables in the dining room, shady nooks on our patio and a grassy front lawn for lounging. Serving an eclectic daily menu featuring the best locally sourced products. Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.
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3. Uchiko Austin
4.8
Exceptional(6077)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Central Austin
Booked 56 times today
:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchiko is the sister restaurant to Tyson Cole’s original Uchi. It matches that restaurant’s dedication to food, wine, and service, but it has a Japanese farmhouse aesthetic with crafted materials and warm finishes to round out a completely updated setting. The chef team at Uchiko has created a brand new selection of composed dishes and sushi, taken from ideas and plates created at Uchi. Uchiko is Uchi rede­fined. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!
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4. Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin
4.9
Exceptional(1828)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 47 times today
Clark's Oyster Bar in Austin is a local gem, serving fresh, local seafood in an intimate setting. Reviews rave about the amazing oysters, lobster rolls, and cocktails. The restaurant is described as having great energy and understated elegance. One reviewer even said it's one of the highest quality restaurant experiences in Austin. Despite its small size, Clark's offers a fantastic dining experience, making it a neighborhood favorite.
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5. Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar
4.9
Exceptional(3779)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 119 times today
Perla's offers fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from both coasts with an emphasis on sourcing from the gulf and locations around the world. The bar makes delicious coastal cocktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.Perla's has Austin’s prettiest oak-shaded patio and a comfortable airy dining room featuring a huge saltwater fishtank, poured concrete oyster bar and open kitchen. Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com.
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6. Emmer & Rye
4.6
Exceptional(3549)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 69 times today
Emmer & Rye is a restaurant designed around the farmer’s haul, featuring a menu that changes daily with a focus on seasonal and local cuisine. Heirloom grains are milled fresh for house made pastas, breads, and desserts, whole animal butchery is done on site, and an extensive in house fermentation program captures flavors at their peak and preserves them for the off season.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.2024 Michelin Green Star2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand
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7. The Salty Sow
4.8
Exceptional(4071)
Price: Moderate
• Gastro Pub • East Austin
Booked 79 times today
Love SWINE+Wine+BEER? From the creators of Eddie V's, Roaring Fork & Hopdoddy, Larry Foles & Guy Villavosa brings you Salty Sow. The culinary force of Chef Harold Marmulstein & Chef Nick Sheley are together at Austin's premier head to tail restaurant. Salty Sow serves modern farmhouse cuisine, combining new cooking techniques with old-world methods like braising, poaching, and stewing. Our signature cocktail ingredients come fresh out of the garden, featuring local and organic spirits. Founded by long-time food lovers, we take special care to prepare everything we serve from scratch and by hand daily.
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8. La Condesa
4.7
Exceptional(2286)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 49 times today
La Condesa is a local favorite in Austin's 2nd Street District, known for its inventive, farm-to-table Mexican cuisine. It's praised for its excellent service, beautiful decor, and unique dishes. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'real gem in the 2nd area and a new favorite stop!', with others calling it 'one of the absolute best in all of Austin'.
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9. Kemuri Tatsu-ya
4.6
Exceptional(99)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Austin
Booked 50 times today
Recognized by the James Beard Foundation, Michelin Guide and named one of the best restaurants in the U.S. by Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, GQ and more! Japanese izakaya and Texas barbecue are arguably the two best cuisines to enjoy while imbibing. Kemuri Tatsu-ya offers a mash-up of the two, plus an excellent selection of booze—including a ‘whisky bible.’ Guests are welcomed into the space with an enthusiastic “irasshaimase!” from the staff. The experience only gets better from there with creative dishes like Taiyaki Cornbread, Brisket Tsukemen and Guaca-Poke. Bright, innovative cocktails, including super-chilled Toki highballs cranked out from a machine, arean essential part of the experience. Reserve a table today to get a taste of this iconic Austinrestaurant, brought to you by Tatsu Aikawa and the team behind Ramen Tatsu-Ya.
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10. Roaring Fork - Downtown, Congress
4.6
Exceptional(3558)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 44 times today
Roaring Fork is a neighborhood gem because it offers an exceptional dining experience. It's praised for its cozy, comfortable atmosphere and the exceptional service. The food is consistently great, with the wood-fire grilled items being a standout. It's located right in the heart of downtown, making it easy to access other venues. The reviews show that it's a favorite spot for special occasions and memorable meals.

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Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Central Austin

Discover the charm of Central Austin's dining scene with our curated selection of neighborhood gems, each offering a unique and intimate dining experience. Central Austin boasts a vibrant culinary landscape that blends local flavors with innovative cooking styles, making it a prime destination for food lovers seeking hidden treasures in their neighborhood. These establishments are celebrated for their warm ambiance, exceptional service, and commitment to delivering an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're in the mood for the comforting embrace of Southern comfort food, the bold tastes of Tex-Mex cuisine, or something uniquely local, you'll find establishments that are deeply embedded in the fabric of Central Austin. They are praised for their delightful menus, which often feature seasonal specials and locally sourced ingredients. Each restaurant stands out for its beautifully designed spaces that provide both cozy indoor settings and inviting outdoor dining options. Ideal for both casual diners and culinary aficionados, these neighborhood gems in Central Austin are perfect spots to enjoy a meal that feels like home yet surprises with its culinary creativity. Join the community of locals and visitors alike who celebrate these spots not just for their food, but for the stories and experiences they offer.

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