Best Date Night Restaurants in Barton Creek

169 restaurants available nearby

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1. Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

4.8

Exceptional(415)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Austin / Westlake

Booked 3 times today

Seafood-centric restaurant with sweeping panoramic views of the Fazio Foothills Golf Course and the Texas Hill Country. Featuring a daily selection of freshly shucked oysters, fresh fish, and local “garden-to-table” fare curated by the culinary masterminds at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. Delectable non-seafood selections include tender steaks and braised and grilled dishes. Enjoy creative hand-crafted cocktails from a garden-inspired menu at the bar or outdoor patio.Planning a visit? We recommend making reservations to ensure a seamless dining experience. Simply drop us an email at blind.salamander@omnihotels.com or give us a call at 512.306.5885 for parties of six or more guests.

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2. CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek

4.8

Exceptional(3509)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • South Austin

Booked 93 times today

Our butcher is carving the freshest cuts. Our gardener tends our Farmshelf full of herbs. Our chefs prove how wood, live-fire, and smoke—with hand-craftmanship—can harmoniously meld every ingredient into an unforgettable creation. Our mixologists stand ready to serve innovation in a glass from classic to inspired. Our bartender pours wine from tap or bottle. And our pastry specialist smokes your sweet ending. Your daily celebration is here—at CARVE® American Grille. Whether it’s a date night dinner, a casual Friday lunch, or weekend family brunch, CARVE® up some time in this amazingly modern-rustic dining room complete with a vibrant bar and patio with hill country views. Everything about CARVE® is inspired by fresh and eclectic ingredients, with every dish reinventing the American grille experience. Come share in our heritage of flavor – your experience awaits!

3. Quince Lakehouse

4.4

Awesome(813)

Price: Moderate

• International • Austin

Booked 25 times today

Quince is an upscale casual, indoor/outdoor restaurant where all demographics and generations come together and enjoy a dining experience beyond normal expectations. People may initially visit for the terraces with exceptional views, but the food and the overall “Quince Experience” is what keeps them coming back. The "crave-worthy" and "global collective" menus & the team’s attentive and personal service are mixed with carefully-curated happy tunes which altogether create a positive-energy experience rarely found in a restaurant. This is how Quince in San Miguel de Allende (SMA), MX became rated top of its class and is the “# 1 rooftop restaurant in the world.” and the "#1 rooftop destination in the world" by Robb Magazine.

4. Laurel

4.0

Excellent(142)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Austin / Westlake

Booked 8 times today

Located in Hotel Viata in the scenic neighborhood of West Lake Hills just outside of Austin, Laurel highlights authentic coastal Italian cuisine with seasonal and local ingredients. Each experience is complemented by an extensive wine list and handcrafted cocktails curated by expert sommeliers and mixologists.Nestled in Texas Hill Country, Laurel offers the perfect blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or brunch dining experiences. Unwind on the outdoor patio designed for al fresco dining, complete with a grand fireplace to warm your meal under the stars. Join us for live music on Friday and Saturday nights or Happy Hour every day from 4pm to 6pm. Visit us and make Laurel Restaurant your go-to spot for unforgettable moments, unique culinary experiences, and satisfying libations.

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5. Sway Thai - Austin

4.5

Awesome(1089)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • West Austin / Westlake

Booked 42 times today

Sway is an award-winning modern Thai restaurant serving dinner and happy hour, led by Executive Chef Frank Harris.Named one of Bon Appétit’s “50 Best New Restaurants in America” in 2013, Sway was also most recently voted “Best Happy Hour in Austin” by readers of Austin Monthly as well as “2019 Best Thai Food” by the Austin-American Statesman.Sway West Lake Hills' location boasts a rooftop bar with skyline views of downtown, courtyard and full bar.

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6. The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Westlake

4.7

Exceptional(1103)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bee Caves / Lakeway / Lake Travis

Booked 17 times today

IMPORTANT: If Open Table does not offer you a choice to book an outside table it is because they have been booked already. If there are tables outside available you will have a choice between "Standard Seating" (meaning inside) or "Outside Table". We may have cancellations etc that could open something up so you are welcome to leave us a note that you would like to move outside if possible, but we cannot guarantee that. We ask that all reservations up to 4 people respect a 90 minute seating time. Tables of 5-6 will be allotted 2 hours. Since this location has limited protection from rain we could be forced to cancel outside reservations last minute. We will do everything we can to provide as much advance notice as possible.Parties up to 6 people may be reserved online. For parties of 7-10 people please call our host staff to make a reservation at 512-327-8822.

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7. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Sunset Valley

4.3

Awesome(28)

Price: Moderate

• American • South Austin

Booked 1 time today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

8. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1191)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 162 times today

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.

9. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(3939)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 149 times today

Wood Fired hand crafted Italian food set in a rustic modern open space in the warehouse district in ATX. A wide range of specialty dishes created by Chef owner John Carver and his staff on a nightly basis. Our house made Pastas, Fresh Seafood, and Prime Steaks are all prepared on wood fired grill, oven and plancha. An International wine list, specialty craft cocktails, and local brewed beers to choose from. Dolce and some Grappa, Amaro or Vino Dolce to add to your dining experience at Red Ash Italia.

10. Edge Rooftop Bar

4.5

Awesome(537)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Edge Rooftop Bar is a perfect spot for a date night. With a luxurious location, it offers a great view of downtown Austin and Lady Bird Lake. Reviewers mention the 'sensual' ambiance and the 'intimate' conversation. The food and drinks are also highly praised, with many reviewers noting the 'tasty' cocktails and 'delicious' food. With an overall high rating, this place seems to be a hit among date-night goers.

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KarenVIP
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Laurel is a beautiful restaurant. The staff is attentive and polite. Parking is so easy and free. The multiple times I have been there, the food has been delicious.
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LaurelPrice: Expensive• Italian• West Austin / Westlake
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John
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food and cocktails were excellent as always. The waitstaff was attentive and always made sure everything was good. Helped in making excellent selection options. We definitely return as always.
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CARVE American Grille - Barton CreekPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• South Austin
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4.8
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JeanVIP
Austin •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The Grove on Bee Caves is always a pleasure because of the beautiful setting, dining under the oak trees is a magical experience. The restaurant has been a leader in offering gluten free options for foods like crabcakes which have been off my list for years because of gluten sensitivity. Not a problem at The Grove, and they were mighty tasty too! We return again and again and have never been disappointed.
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The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - WestlakePrice: Moderate• American• Bee Caves / Lakeway / Lake Travis
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4.7
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Holly
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Loved this restaurant. My only negative was the noise inside. We were a 3 generation party of four who wanted to enjoy limited time together. The table configurations and energy level inside would’ve that hard We ate on the patio which was just great and we had a wonderful time.
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Sway Thai - AustinPrice: Expensive• Asian• West Austin / Westlake
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4.5
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Briam
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
The staff was very welcoming, and the food was absolutely exceptional
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Il BruttoPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Austin
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4.6

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169 restaurants available nearby

1. Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

2. CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek

3. Quince Lakehouse

4. Laurel

5. Sway Thai - Austin

6. The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Westlake

7. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Sunset Valley

8. Aba - Austin

9. Red Ash Italia

10. Edge Rooftop Bar

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