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Prélude

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 6 times today

Great for creative cocktails
Charming
Fancy

Chef Mathew Peters, the first American to win the prestigious Bocuse d'Or in 2017, is bringing his culinary expertise to the heart of Austin with the opening of Prelude, an elevated cocktail bar and canapé lounge set in a historic home in West Austin. The space has a beautiful back lawn lounge with views of downtown Austin and private rooms throughout the house that can accommodate groups of 6-18 with private events options of groups up to 120 guests.

Prelude will offer a unique Austin experience, combining innovative cocktail creations with elevated small bites. The menu will feature a curated selection of small plates, designed to complement the bar programs signature cocktails and highlight Chef Peters' culinary artistry. Please note that our kitchen closes each evening at 10 pm.

Join Prélude during Happy Hour Tuesday-Thursday from 4-6 pm for $2 oysters and drink specials.

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Executive chef: Matt Peters

From the OpenTable editors: Cocktails and canapés are the name of the game at Prélude, a sophisticated bar located in a historic Austin home. The only American to win the prestigious Bocuse d’Or, chef Mathew Peters applies that fine dining precision to playful dishes like corn hushpuppies with Iberico ham and black truffle sauce paired with clever cocktails like a tequila-forward highball topped with cornflakes and toasted rice.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 702-9150
Website
https://www.prelude-austin.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com

Location
707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
10th Street & West Avenue
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

What 141 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

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Prélude offers a vibrant, chic experience with "phenomenal" service and "incredible" cocktails. The decor and art create a unique atmosphere perfect for a night out. While the small bites are beautifully presented, some find them overpriced. Ideal for drinks and ambiance, it's a stylish addition to Austin.

141 Reviews

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Julie
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a cozy and wonderful time at Prelude. The drinks, the vibe, the food was a 10/10. I highly recommend a date here.
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Yuna
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 15 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I had a great time, and all of drinks are great. I would love to use this bar again.
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Arjun
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
3rd time here. Always great to grab a drink and a bite. Outdoor section is nicely winterized. Only lament was that the Masa Gougeres were a bit overdone (could tell from the color alone and then taste) + they weren’t discreetly and carefully glued down to that Donnie Darko plate like the other times. Key lime on those still the best part. Slight drop in standards on that one - hopefully one off. But generally great vibes still. 10/10 recommend.
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Wendy
Austin
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 11 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love, love, love!!! So cozy and amazing! Drinks are creative and delicious and so are the appetizers. Entire staff is happy to be there!
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Chad
Houston
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 24 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Drinks atmosphere and cookies were outstanding. Will def be going back
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Coco
VIP
Tuscany
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely loved trying Prèlude for the first time! From our initial arrival and interaction with the sweet hostess, to our conversations with the bartenders/mixologists who patiently answered all our questions, to the stunning interior design and ambiance… this was a stand-out high end cocktail experience and we look forward to returning!
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Bobbi Jo
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent cocktails!! Enjoyed conversation with Terrance & watching his expertise behind the bar! Highly recommend & will be back!
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Leslie
Austin
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Prelude has a very hip and cool vibe. The inside is so dark you will need your phone’s flashlight to read the menu. The appetizers are TINY. You don’t get much for your money. Our waiter was great.
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BlackSheep
VIP
Austin
38 reviews
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very chic! The atmosphere is sophisticated, beautiful and edgy. Drinks were tasty and novel but serving size is fairly small, not boozy enough and pricey. Clientele is respectable and seemed much younger (ages 25 to 40) than expected. Bar seating is limited so not an ideal place to strike up novel conversations with strangers. Tho, that would be a fun concept to have a singles area to sit so as to meet people who appreciate exquisite aesthetics and attention to detail. Overall, I loved having a cocktail here!
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Abigail
Austin
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Pretty overpriced for small portions and basic drinks
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Prélude is rated 4.7 stars by 141 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

23 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 6 times today

707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
10th Street & West Avenue
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

Website
https://www.prelude-austin.com/
Phone number
(512) 702-9150
Private party facilities
Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com

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