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1. Aba - Austin
4.8
Exceptional(1129)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • East Austin
Booked 162 times today
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions.
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2. Sammie's Italian
4.8
Exceptional(1409)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 56 times today
Sammie’s is a little taste of old Italy in downtown Austin. It celebrates the great ‘red sauce’ institution—inspired by old school, legendary Italian-American restaurants. The menu offers classic dishes in a casual but sophisticated, retro-designed space that is both lively and comfortable, capturing the essence of a night out at your favorite neighborhood joint. The space consists of a central dining room overlooking Shoal Creek and 6th Street, polished wood bar, Mildred’s Room (a private dining/wine room), and wraparound patio dining area. Please note that patio seating is weather contingent. The menu offers riffs on standards including Housemade Mozzarella Sticks, Clams Casino, and Caesar Salad a la Tommy; timeless pastas like Spaghetti with Meatballs, and Linguine Vongole; and Sammie’s Classics: big portions of iconic plates like Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana, Veal Marsala, and Baked Manicotti.
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3. Sway Thai - Austin
4.5
Awesome(1058)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • West Austin / Westlake
Booked 54 times today
Sway is an award-winning modern Thai restaurant serving dinner and happy hour, led by Executive Chef Frank Harris.Named one of Bon Appétit’s “50 Best New Restaurants in America” in 2013, Sway was also most recently voted “Best Happy Hour in Austin” by readers of Austin Monthly as well as “2019 Best Thai Food” by the Austin-American Statesman.Sway West Lake Hills' location boasts a rooftop bar with skyline views of downtown, courtyard and full bar.
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4. Hestia
4.8
Exceptional(1871)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 30 times today
Hestia, named after the Greek goddess of the hearth, is a modern live-fire grill house. Dishes find inspiration from a custom 20-ft hearth which anchors the kitchen and dining room. Our menus offers an opportunity to explore and showcase techniques that highlight the role of fire in food. You may choose to order from our a la carte menu or experience our chef curated tasting menu.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.2024 Michelin One Star
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5. Nômade
4.6
Exceptional(435)
Price: Expensive
• Regional Mexican • Austin
Booked 37 times today
Nômade is a perfect spot for a romantic evening. With its ambiance and decor being consistently praised in reviews, it creates a cozy and intimate atmosphere that makes you feel like you're on vacation in Mexico. The unique flavors and exceptional service are often highlighted, making it a great place for a date night. The reviews often mention that it feels like a vacation in there, which is ideal for a romantic experience.
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6. ATX Cocina
4.9
Exceptional(2625)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown
Booked 71 times today
ATX Cocina experiments with the boundaries of Mexican cuisine. We have taken traditional Mexican dishes and elevated them with modern approaches and techniques. Corn, the basis of the Mexican cuisine for thousands of years, is also the foundation of our kitchen. We nixtamalize and process our masa in house sourcing it from heirloom varieties of corn grown by small family farms in Mexico.
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7. Nido
4.7
Exceptional(1120)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Bouldin Creek
Booked 60 times today
Luxury takes root in the heart of Austin at Nido, bringing the charm of the area together with the culinary techniques of coastal Europe, all perched above Lady Bird Lake and the energetic cityscape. Nido is located on the rooftop of The Loren at Lady Bird Lake - recently named by Conde Nast Traveller and Travel & Leisure Magazine as "one of the hottest hotel openings in the world." Nido nods to the surrounding and native Hill Country, giving diners a one-of-a-kind respite to experience worldly-travel through food. Nido’s selection of carefully crafted, seasonal menus are internationally-inspired with a focus on classical technique.Reservations are available for inside the dining room and the dining tables in the bar. Lounge seating is available on a walk in basis in the bar and on the terrace for drinks and snacks.For more information, please visit https://www.thelorenhotels.com/cuisine/restaurant and follow @Nidoatx on Instagram.
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8. Uchiko Austin
4.8
Exceptional(6036)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Central Austin
Booked 37 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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9. Siena Ristorante Toscana
4.8
Exceptional(2601)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Northwest
Booked 22 times today
Siena Ristorante Toscana is a perfect place for a romantic evening, as per reviews. It's described as having an 'elegant' and 'romantic' atmosphere, reminiscent of Tuscany. The food is consistently praised as 'delicious', 'outstanding' and 'beautiful', while the service is described as 'caring', 'attentive' and 'excellent'. The restaurant is also recommended for special occasions, adding to its romantic ambiance.
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10. La Piscina Ceviches & Fajitas
4.8
Exceptional(709)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown
Booked 52 times today
Located on the 5th floor of the Austin Proper Hotel, La Piscina Ceviches & Fajitas is a convivial poolside restaurant and bar serving Texas-inspired Mexican cuisine. The vibrant, open space overlooks the downtown Austin bustle as groups convene over family-style platters, ceviches and table-top sizzling fajitas, with fresh seafood grilled over a wood fire and house-made tortillas from an open comal. The bar provides an accompanying selection of frozen margaritas, native Mexican spirits, small-batch tequila and mezcal as well as an assortment of outdoor-friendly snacks.
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  • John
    Austin •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    An incredible experience from start to finish. Truly a one of a kind experience. The ambiance, the food, the staff - everything met and exceeded expectations.
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    HestiaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Miriamvip
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great experience from start to finish! When I made the reservation, only outdoor tables were available so I left a comment requesting to be moved inside if anything opened up - and immediately on checking in, the hostess offered a table inside. The decor is classic and welcoming. Drinks were brought almost immediately after ordering them. Enough staff that someone was always attending to us. Food was delicious, especially the cacio e pepe. Highly recommend
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    Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Marilynvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Very pleasant patio. Server was nice, but didn't get too involved, or offer much info, we had to ask for a happy hour menu, etc. Food was delicious. We will return!
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    Sway Thai - AustinPrice: Expensive• Asian• West Austin / Westlake
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    4.5
  • Rigo
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great experience and vibes! The food was also with the wait, and our server Alberto was great. He recommended us some options that we were awesome, and spent a great experience for our anniversary!
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    NômadePrice: Expensive• Regional Mexican• Austin
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    4.6
  • Brad
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We celebrated my wife’s birthday here last night and from the get go felt like we were taken care of. The hosts seemed sincere and cheerful wishing her a happy birthday, and that set the tone for the night feeling special. I’ve worked in service, and I know it’s not always easy to be festive on someone else’s behalf when tons of birthdays are celebrated every day, and the kindness of the staff stood out. Sandra took wonderful care of us, comped a dessert for the birthday and made sure we had everything we needed while giving us our time and space to enjoy the meal. We will be back!
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    Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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    4.8

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