The Well - Westlake

The Well - Westlake reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   lisa VIP

   Austin13 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   So happy I found this restaurant. The food is absolutely delicious. The portions may be slightly on the smaller side, but the quality makes up for that. Everything I had was delicious and I cannot wait to visit again. And super super nice weight staff as well
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Austin10 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Unfortunately, I think the hype is larger than the quality. The food was so so, nothing you couldn’t create at home easily. There needs to be a little uplift in flavor & imagination. Although the staff was pleasant, timelines of getting all of our entrées was lacking & service standards were not met. Half of our table received their food 10 minutes before the rest. Examples: The steak was well over grilled & eggs were over cooked, as requested by our party. Items were also missing & had to be requested more than once.
   

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   Murray VIP

   Los Angeles2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   Tried the wagyu twice now and twice I'm disappointed. Really tough piece of meat that doesn't taste like wagyu quality.
   

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   Tyler VIP

   Toronto4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always the best service and the best food. My favorite restaurant.
   

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   Nancy

   Austin6 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   This was my second visit to The Well. The first time was at the W. 2nd location in downtown Austin, and the second was at the Westlake location. Both are wonderful havens for diners with food allergies. Because I am Celiac, the Gluten-Free menu offers a sanctuary of "no-worry" GF ordering. The food is outstanding; in particular, the Ceviche at the Downtown restaurant and the Salmon Crudo at the Westlake restaurant were beyond delicious, fresh and perfectly seasoned. I did notice the Westlake Chef is more heavy handed with dressing the pasta pesto. The Chef at the W. 2nd location has a more deft hand with the pesto, applying a lighter and more unctuous rendition of the sauce, which included a slight citrus addition, while the Westlake version is thickly coated and harder in texture, providing more of a heavy one-note flavor without any added freshness to cut the richness. Still, overall, The Well has become one of my favorite Go-To GF restaurants in the Austin area.
   

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   greg VIP

   Austin93 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 9 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   First time there and it lived up to what I had heard. Loren, our server, did a great job in covering the menu and we enjoyed our evening
   

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   CarlosBM VIP

   Chicago4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 9 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   DELICIOUS!! The service was fantastic - will definitely return next time I’m in Austin. 😊
   

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   Julia

   Austin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 8 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Pleasant personalized service, delicious nourishing food in an unassuming storefront. Parking is easy and free.
   

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   Austin

   Dallas2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   A Wonderful Expansion: The Well’s Second Location Shines! I was thrilled to see The Well expand to a second location in Austin, and I’m happy to report that they’ve maintained the same high quality, welcoming atmosphere, and commitment to organic, health-conscious dining that made their original location a favorite. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was inviting, with lovely decor that struck the perfect balance between stylish and cozy. The location itself is easy to find, with ample parking in a safe area—an added convenience for families like ours. While this space is slightly smaller than the downtown spot, the relaxed, family-friendly vibe more than makes up for it. The food? Absolutely fantastic. Everything was prepared quickly, beautifully presented, and full of flavor. Each dish had so much depth, and of course, everything was made with high-quality organic ingredients. As a bonus, this location is very vegan-friendly, with several solid plant-based options that don’t require modifications—a rarity in many restaurants. One standout was the gluten-free chickpea tortillas for the tacos. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but they exceeded all expectations! The texture was soft yet sturdy, with a fluffiness that complemented the fillings perfectly. If you’re gluten-free, these are a must-try. Overall, The Well’s second location is a fantastic addition to Austin’s dining scene. It’s great to see them grow while staying true to their core values of delicious, mindful eating. Highly recommend! 🌿✨
   

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    TexHon VIP

    Austin14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    A lovely spot for a casual and delicious meal. Great attention is paid to preparation and ingredients for anyone with food sensitivity. Service was excellent. Kale salad was wonderful and we enjoyed our entrees. All desserts were coconut-based - that is the only drawback we had. Highly recommend!
    

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