Best Casual Restaurants in North Central

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1. Culinary Dropout - Austin

4.7

Exceptional(2388)

Price: Moderate

• American • Northwest

Booked 37 times today

At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.

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2. North Italia – Austin

4.6

Exceptional(3069)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Northwest

Booked 45 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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3. Doc B's Restaurant - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1059)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Central

Booked 29 times today

Set in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, Doc B's Restaurant & Bar serves food made from scratch daily. Incorporating the highest-quality ingredients, the menu includes a variety of entree-sized salads, & "very special” entrees, crave-worthy burgers and sandwiches, signature Wok Out Bowls™, housemade pizza, indulgent desserts and so much more. Doc B’s also impresses with an extensive craft beer, wine and spirits selection in addition to signature cocktails. No matter what occasion, the expansive menu truly offers something for everyone. With each location having its own personality, Doc B’s Austin offers weekend brunch as well as a large, vibrant outdoor patio with a retractable canopy, TVs, heaters, misters and fans designed to enjoy during any season. In addition, the expansive bar area is perfect for mingling with friends.

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4. Paul Martin's - Austin

4.6

Exceptional(2315)

Price: Expensive

• American • North Central

Booked 16 times today

Be it a succulent filet mignon or flavorful marinated skirt steak, Paul Martin’s American Grill in Austin is serving classic American cuisine set to a higher standard. Our premium beef, chicken and seafood are mesquite grilled over a live fire to ensure a perfect sear every time. Located in the Domain NORTHSIDE, our lively bar is the ideal venue to gather with friends and try a few of our extensive wines by the glass while sharing a plate of tacos.

5. Joi Asian Bistro

4.0

Excellent(457)

Price: Moderate

• Asian • Arboretum

Booked 6 times today

JOI Asian Bistro, located at Domain NORTHSIDE, is the newest concept from Alberto Lombardi and his family run restaurant group, Lombardi Family Concepts. The concept of JOI was born from the idea of bringing popular Southeastern Asian street cuisine for all generations to enjoy and share. Through our menu, consisting of approachable dishes like ramen and chicken katsu and a diverse sushi selection with fish from around the world, our guests are encouraged to embrace the customary Asian approach of shared dishes. Also, our elegant yet approachable cocktail program combines the flavors of Southeastern Asian cuisine, with a touch of tiki. These cocktails are "Must Tries"!! We look forward to having you join us! - Alberto Lombardi

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6. CRÚ Food & Wine Bar - The Domain

4.1

Excellent(473)

Price: Moderate

• American • Northwest

Booked 5 times today

Cru Wine Bar at the Domain offers many wine vintages for you and your friends or family to enjoy. The establishment also offers a wealth of quality food to sate your appetite. Some of the top options on the menu at Cru Wine Bar at the Domain include the lobster & shrimp potstickers, lamb lollipops, stone-fired pizzas, filet mignon, Scottish salmon, and chicken parm.CRU Food & Wine Bar at The Domain serves brunch as well. Some of the items on the brunch menu at the eatery include crab cake benedict, steak & eggs, avo toast & shrimp and grits. Dessert options include chocolate fondue and chocolate lava cake.

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7. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Austin

4.6

Exceptional(759)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Arboretum

Booked 43 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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8. True Food Kitchen - Austin - The Domain

4.4

Awesome(1123)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Central

Booked 24 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Austin Domain for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Austin at The Domain, between Neiman Marcus and Macy's, off the MOPAC Expressway. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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9. Juliet Italian Kitchen - Arboretum

4.5

Awesome(606)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Arboretum

Booked 19 times today

Juliet Italian Kitchen, with locations in the heart of Austin’s beloved Zilker Park and Arboretum neighborhoods, is the ideal destination for anyone seeking a relaxed Italian experience for a date night, business lunch or casual weekend brunch. Managed by Veneto Hospitality, Juliet was established in 2015 boasting traditional Italian flavors, and comforting staple dishes that are made from scratch everyday. Juliet’s ethos is centered on a warm and welcoming atmosphere lending its feeling of home. The elevated interiors showcase local art to bring the classics of Italy to the trademarked uniqueness of Austin. The outdoor covered patios allow for enjoyable dining alfresco year-round for parties of all sizes. Juliet is ideal for large celebrations and offers private dining options, family style catering and restaurant buy-outs to make each event specially tailored to the guest.

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10. The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Northwest Hills

4.7

Exceptional(148)

Price: Moderate

• American • Northwest

Booked 30 times today

The Grove is a labor of love, centered around the simple notion that great food and wine are for everyone to enjoy. We’ve built a delicious menu with something for every taste, and our accessible, yet sophisticated, wine program has all your favorites along with cool finds you’ve never heard of. The amazing Grove staff brings this great concept to life every day. For nearly two decades, we’re proud to say the Grove has earned a reputation as one of Austin’s cult classics. It’s a food and wine haven where our neighborhood regulars and out-of-towners alike come to meet, visit, celebrate or just grab a casual drink and bite to eat.

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Andrew
Houston •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
One of my new favorite spots in uptown Austin. Food, service, and ambiance were all spot on. The most notable dishes were the 36hr ribs, which were fall off the bone tender and absolutely delicious, and the pecking duck and shrimp fried rice which was a unique and complex dish. Our server, Cale, did a great job with both recommendations and general service. We sat outside, and despite it being freezing, their covered patio was very comfortable with plenty of fire pits and heaters to keep us warm. Overall, I highly recommend and will definitely be back!
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Culinary Dropout - AustinPrice: Moderate• American• Northwest
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4.7
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JulieVIP
Austin •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food was pretty good. The service was pretty slow. Food came out quick just hard to get servers attention. All good though!
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Joi Asian BistroPrice: Moderate• Asian• Arboretum
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shakayla
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We love this place the food was so fresh and our server was great. Our food took a while but they were super busy and did a great job keeping us informed and very apologetic. I would definitely keep coming back!
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North Italia – AustinPrice: Moderate• Italian• Northwest
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4.6
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KellieVIP
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food and service was outstanding. The server suggested my meal and it was fabulous. I highly recommend the quiet and inviting atmosphere for a relaxing experience.
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Paul Martin's - AustinPrice: Expensive• American• North Central
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4.6
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AaronVIP
Austin •28 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Very nice dinner with great service and wonderful food. We really enjoyed the mac and cheese, wok bowl, cheeseburger, and petite filet. Will definitely be back again next time we are at the Domain.
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Doc B's Restaurant - AustinPrice: Moderate• American• North Central
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4.8

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81 restaurants available nearby

1. Culinary Dropout - Austin

2. North Italia – Austin

3. Doc B's Restaurant - Austin

4. Paul Martin's - Austin

5. Joi Asian Bistro

6. CRÚ Food & Wine Bar - The Domain

7. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Austin

8. True Food Kitchen - Austin - The Domain

9. Juliet Italian Kitchen - Arboretum

10. The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Northwest Hills

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