Best Restaurants with Private Rooms in South Austin

16 restaurants available nearby

1. Caroline

4.3

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 48 times today

Our all-day spot is perfect for homemade breakfast, lunch, dinner and to-go options. Located in the buzzing Austin's central district, Caroline Restaurant is a great place to jump start your day or enjoy a late afternoon glass of wine, curated cocktail, and full dinner menu. With a focus on regional cuisines our neighborhood restaurant has recreated classic dishes to make them healthful but delicious.

2. Prélude

4.7

Exceptional(146)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 21 times today

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.

3. Poeta

4.7

Exceptional(376)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • East Austin

Booked 36 times today

Poetry / like food / is meant to be shared.Our words can evoke, comfort, inspire, fulfill, provoke, ultimately adding meaning to our lives and nutrition to our souls. Like words on a page, bringing ingredients together on a dish is our poetry; the love of preparing and sharing food from the heart is what brings out the poet in us…For the same reasons behind revisiting the works of your favorite poet, we aim to offer a place that brings you back for food and atmosphere. Find familiar comfort, or experience and inspire new, with friends, family, and self. Poeta is nestled within The Frances Modern Inn located on historic 11th street, just minutes from downtown.Locally created and operated by award winning chefs, this neighborhood establishment welcomes everyone to partake in a meal, drinks, or dessert all day with breakfast, lunch or dinner, and enjoy daily happy hour.

4. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1455)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 84 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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5. The Peacock Mediterranean Grill

4.7

Exceptional(1262)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 99 times today

The Peacock, Austin Proper’s ground floor Mediterranean restaurant and lobby bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The menus are inspired by the colorful culinary styles of Israeli and Turkish fare and include spit-roasted meats and vegetables grilled over the restaurant's wood-burning oven, flavorful tagines and hearty mezze platters and dips ideal for sharing. The sprawling bar provides a full dining experience throughout the lobby and outdoor lounge. Overlooking views of Shoal Creek can be taken in from the Peacock’s patio space and the private dining room balcony.Please note that a 4% wellness surcharge is added to all checks to assist in providing healthcare benefits for our colleagues. Thank you for supporting our staff.

6. Top Roe

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4.6

Exceptional(12)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 15 times today

Top Roe, Austin’s original handroll bar, offers a unique blend of Japanese cuisine and Southern hospitality. Created by Executive Chef Paul Qui, our space includes an intimate 12-seat handroll bar, an izakaya-style dining area, a bar lounge, and a private dining room.At the Handroll Bar, enjoy a 30-minute dining experience where every roll is made to order and served immediately to ensure the nori stays crispy. Seating is first come, first served. Limited reservations available at the handroll bar, walk-ins strongly encouraged.Our izakaya menu features hot and cold dishes, including sashimi, yakimono, and agemono, paired with an extensive highball selection. Fox Tail, our whiskey bar lounge, highlights Japanese whiskeys, sakes, house-crafted highballs and cocktails, and bar snacks in a relaxed setting.For special occasions, our Private Dining Room accommodates 7-12 guests.Contact us for personalized menus, pricing, and memorable events.We look forward to welcoming you!

7. J Carver's

4.9

Exceptional(1959)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 81 times today

J Carver's Oyster Bar & Chophouse features market fresh oysters & premium wood grilled steaks. Nestled in West 6th District of Downtown Austin, John Carver, Owner and Chef delivers an elevated classic fine dining experience featuring a gorgeous raw & oyster bar and intimate dining experience.In order to honor all reservations booked, we ask that all bookings adhere to our suggested dining time frame. Please contact our reservationist if you have additional questions. Our time frames are as follows2 people - 2 hours3 people - 2 hr 15 minutes4-5 people - 2 hr 30 minutes6-7 people - 2hr 45 minutes8+ people - 3 hoursPlease reach out to our reservationist for private dining.We offer Valet at $12 daily

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8. III Forks - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(4193)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

III Forks is an award-winning steakhouse, located on Lavaca Street at Cesar Chavez, in downtown Austin. Considered the Crown Jewel of American Dining, III Forks serves USDA Prime steaks, fresh fish and cold-water lobster. The steakhouse, finished in mahogany and marble, is designed to accommodate private parties of up to 60 guests. With four private rooms and over 500 different wines, III Forks is sure to provide the best food and service in town. Open Daily at 5:00 PM.

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9. Serenade American Brasserie

4.0

Excellent(33)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

Serenade American Brasserie reimagines a classic brasserie through a Lone Star lens, creating one of Austin’s most central and relaxed dining destinations. Welcome to a place where the allure of French oak meets the draw of Texas smoke.Featuring locally-sourced dishes for all day dining, Serenade offers elevated comfort food in a setting that is both approachable and tranquil. The cocktails are bespoke and inventive, the wine list is globally curated, and the beer selection ranges from European specialties to local Austin brews. Serenade is led by Chef Johnny Ray Stinebaugh, with menu development overseen by W Austin’s Executive Chef Manuel Rodriguez.Located on the ground floor of W Austin, Serenade spans an inviting indoor-outdoor and day-to-evening space. In the dining room and at the large focal point bar, double-height ceilings enhance the soft, golden light, while avian motifs appear throughout.Reserve your table at Serenade, today.

10. Mexta

4.6

Exceptional(143)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 48 times today

Mexta extends an invitation to a realm in the heart of Austin where the enchantment of Mexican gastronomy unfolds. It’s a concept that celebrates the magic born when authenticity encounters innovation, where history and contemporary flair merge seamlessly.Mexta isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a destination for those who seek not merely a meal, but an indelible journey into the extraordinary.

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EllenVIP
New York City •21 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
We ordered almost all the starters and were blown away with the bean dip, arancini, and tuna carpaccio. We had steak and two lovely pastas. We were so surprised by the unique and complex chèvre cheesecake! We cannot wait to go back.
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PoetaPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Austin
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4.7
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JohnVIP
San Diego •49 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing food, excellent presentation and friendly service. Every dish we had was great, from the charred short rib to the miso salmon, as well as all of the starters.
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CarolinePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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4.3
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VanitaVIP
Chicago / Illinois •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Outstanding and special flavors that I have never tasted anywhere else; definitely my top Mediterranean pick in Austin!
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The Peacock Mediterranean GrillPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.7
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DavidVIP
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great food, excellent service and overall, an excellent experience…we will be back.
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Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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WhitneyVIP
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Ambiance is 10/10. Drinks are interesting. Staff is incredibly attentive and knowledgable.
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PréludePrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.7

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16 restaurants available nearby

1. Caroline

2. Prélude

3. Poeta

4. Sammie's Italian

5. The Peacock Mediterranean Grill

6. Top Roe

7. J Carver's

8. III Forks - Austin

9. Serenade American Brasserie

10. Mexta

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