Aba - Austin

4.8

1138 Reviews

$50 and over

Mediterranean

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 132 times today

Great for outdoor dining
Hot spot
Good for special occasions

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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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(737) 273-0199
Website
http://www.abarestaurants.com/austin/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
CJ Jacobson
Catering
Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert & more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hours requested. Delivery available with advance notice for additional fee of 10%.
Private party facilities
Celebrate your next special event, get together or meeting at Aba at Music Lane! We offer several large group dining spaces including a semi-private Mezzanine level, Paseo Bar, full outdoor patio, as well as our group and lounge seating on the paseo. Hosting off-site? Order Catering from Aba!
Private party contact
Aba: (737) 273-0199

Location
1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779
Area
East Austin
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options

Popular dishes

Marinated Olives & FetaUS$12.95
pickled cauliflower & onion, sweety drop pepper, marcona almond, orange zest
Chilled CucumbersUS$14.95
cashew cream, dukkah, pickled fresno, mint relish
Greek VillageUS$16.95
vine ripened tomato, persian cucumber, red onion, kalamata olive,bell pepper, feta, greek vinaigrette
House-Made StracciatellaUS$20.95
tomato, crouton, pistachio pesto, black pepper

Raw

Seared Ahi Tuna*US$19.95
pomegranate, jalapeño, nuoc cham
Turmeric Chili Shrimp*US$21.95
habanero, kiwi, charred avocado, dill oil
Yellowtail*US$22.95
texas citrus, kumquat, radish, jalapeño, crispy rice

Mediterranean Butcher

Heirloom Chicken ThighUS$22.95
swiss chard, piquillo pepper, roasted butternut squash, morita chicken jus
Pork Belly*US$28.95
harissa honey, red onion, calabrese vinaigrette
Braised Beef Short Rib*US$32.95
parmesan polenta, tamarind, pomegranate date glaze
Shawarma-Spiced Prime Skirt Steak Frites*US$38.95
za'atar, feta, berbere red wine jus
Char-Grilled Lamb Chops*US$49.95
blistered broccolini, garlic yogurt, pistachio & mint gremolata

Hot Mezze

Crispy PotatoesUS$11.95
mizithra, rosemary, scallion crema
Green FalafelUS$12.95
avocado tzatziki, garlic tahini, jalapeño
Brussels SproutsUS$13.95
almond & cashew dukkah, harissa honey
Roasted CauliflowerUS$18.95
labneh, aleppo, harissa honey
Grilled HalloumiUS$18.95
medjool date, pomegranate, chimichurri
Truffled Baked OrzoUS$28.95
black truffle, parmesan garlic breadcrumb

Seafood

Pistachio Crusted Halibut*US$27.95
pineapple amba, chive, basil oil
Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes*US$32.95
garlic, shallot, lemon, frisée, kale & dill remoulade
Diver Scallops*US$32.95
strawberry, artichoke mash, mint, pomegranate molasses

Kebabs

served with basmati rice

Grilled ChickenUS$18.95
yogurt marinade, sweet pepper, zhoug
Lamb & Beef Kefta*US$18.95
lemon, olive oil, tzatziki
Grilled Salmon*US$24.95
sweet pepper, red onion, lemon, olive oil, zhoug
Beef Tenderloin*US$32.95
bell pepper, cippolini onion, zhoug

Dessert

Frozen Greek YogurtUS$8.94
- Olive Oil, Sea SaltUS$8.95
- Lemon MeringueUS$9.95
Sticky Date CakeUS$10.95
medjool date, sumac, whiskey caramel, whipped cream
Chocolate Chocolate CakeUS$11.95
isot chili, chocolate sauce, whipped cream
Basque CheesecakeUS$12.95
whipped cream
Chocolate Orange CremeuxUS$14.95
pistachio, ginger & fennel cookie crust whipped cream

What 1,138 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Austin
Best Ambience
Austin
Most Booked
Austin
Best Ambience
Austin
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aba in Austin dazzles with "amazing food" and "beautiful ambiance," offering Mediterranean cuisine that is both vibrant and beautifully presented. Guests rave about the attentive, knowledgeable service, especially highlighting standout dishes like the whipped feta and short rib hummus. Perfect for memorable dining experiences, Aba is a must-visit!

1,138 Reviews

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Steven
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food, atmosphere, and the server was attentive and at the same time very down to earth and did not give us a feeling of being rushed. We've been To Aba a few times and the food is always spot on. Incredible flavors and presentation
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KenJ
Austin
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service, intimate setting, great atmosphere, allergen friendly. Beautiful.
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James
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful place and vibe…so beautiful. Food and service were amazing!
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Kristi
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was super yummy, the sound was on point. N addition it was very cozy and everyone was very happy. We will be back.
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quynh
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Atmosphere was amazing, the short rib hummus is a must try.
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emma
Austin
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent all round experience. Would recommend this to anyone visiting austin
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HIllary
Austin
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The wait staff were amazing. The food was very flavorful but halibut and lamb were a little on the dry side. The setting was awesome. The main downside that really caused problems was their speaker system. Our table was right next to two speakers so our group of six could barely hear each - had to talk very loudly and sometimes yell to even communicate. Also made it difficult to hear our wait person. It was so frustrating. We did request that it be turned down but they said their whole system in synchronized so if they turn one down they all go down. Seems like a problem they need to address or let you know you are going to be seated next to their speakers so we could choose to go somewhere else.
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Daphne
Las Vegas
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food was great, loved several items in the menu, believe it is a little over priced but overall very good
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keril
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best way to start our anniversary, with an amazing brunch at Aba. As always the food, drinks and ambiance are all amazing!
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Amber
Omaha
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 21 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best spots in Austin! The food is phenomenal, drinks are top notch, and the ambiance & dining experience is one of the best in Austin! We will forever love Aba!! Our favorites are the whipped feta appitizer and the chicken kebab skewers... always a 10/10!
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FAQs

Aba - Austin offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (737) 273-0199.

Aba - Austin is rated 4.8 stars by 1138 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 132 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1011 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-1779

Dining areas

Additional information

Area
East Austin
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 11:00 am–10:00 pm Fri 11:00 am–11:00 pm Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Mediterranean, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
CJ Jacobson
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.abarestaurants.com/austin/
Phone number
(737) 273-0199
Catering
Host your next meeting or event with help from Aba! Enjoy Catering options including Hummus & Spreads, Hot & Cold Mezze, Dessert & more. Choose between the Mediterranean Feast with family-style options for a minimum of eight, or order mezze favorites a la carte. 48 hours requested. Delivery available with advance notice for additional fee of 10%.
Private party facilities
Celebrate your next special event, get together or meeting at Aba at Music Lane! We offer several large group dining spaces including a semi-private Mezzanine level, Paseo Bar, full outdoor patio, as well as our group and lounge seating on the paseo. Hosting off-site? Order Catering from Aba!
Private party contact
Aba: (737) 273-0199

Aba - Austin

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Crispy Potatoes

Grilled Chicken

Brussels Sprouts

Hummus

ClassicUS$12.95

Smoky GarlicUS$13.95

PumpkinUS$16.95

Spicy Lamb Ragu*US$17.95

Crispy Short Rib Hummus*US$18.95

Spreads

Whipped FetaUS$13.95

Charred EggplantUS$13.95

MuhammaraUS$14.95

Japanese Sweet PotatoUS$16.95

Cold Mezze

Marinated Olives & FetaUS$12.95

Chilled CucumbersUS$14.95

Greek VillageUS$16.95

House-Made StracciatellaUS$20.95

Raw

Seared Ahi Tuna*US$19.95

Turmeric Chili Shrimp*US$21.95

Yellowtail*US$22.95

Mediterranean Butcher

Heirloom Chicken ThighUS$22.95

Pork Belly*US$28.95

Braised Beef Short Rib*US$32.95

Shawarma-Spiced Prime Skirt Steak Frites*US$38.95

Char-Grilled Lamb Chops*US$49.95

Hot Mezze

Crispy PotatoesUS$11.95

Green FalafelUS$12.95

Brussels SproutsUS$13.95

Roasted CauliflowerUS$18.95

Grilled HalloumiUS$18.95

Truffled Baked OrzoUS$28.95

Seafood

Pistachio Crusted Halibut*US$27.95

Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes*US$32.95

Diver Scallops*US$32.95

Kebabs

Grilled ChickenUS$18.95

Lamb & Beef Kefta*US$18.95

Grilled Salmon*US$24.95

Beef Tenderloin*US$32.95

Dessert

Frozen Greek YogurtUS$8.94

Sticky Date CakeUS$10.95

Chocolate Chocolate CakeUS$11.95

Basque CheesecakeUS$12.95

Chocolate Orange CremeuxUS$14.95

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Does Aba - Austin offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Aba - Austin restaurant rated?

Is Aba - Austin currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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