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1. Red Ash Italia
4.9
Exceptional(3841)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 134 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.
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2. The Guest House Austin
4.6
Exceptional(178)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 24 times today
Welcome to The Guest House – A new dining destination in downtown Austin. We are redefining the dining experience, infusing timeless classics with a modern twist. Our restaurant is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual meet-up, business meeting, or a special celebration.
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3. ATX Cocina
4.9
Exceptional(2629)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown
Booked 75 times today
ATX Cocina experiments with the boundaries of Mexican cuisine. We have taken traditional Mexican dishes and elevated them with modern approaches and techniques. Corn, the basis of the Mexican cuisine for thousands of years, is also the foundation of our kitchen. We nixtamalize and process our masa in house sourcing it from heirloom varieties of corn grown by small family farms in Mexico.
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4. Ranch 616
4.6
Exceptional(1546)
Price: Expensive
• Regional American (Southwestern) • Downtown
Booked 22 times today
Ranch 616 is a fun spot because of its unique, eclectic vibe. Reviews mention a 'funky and lively atmosphere' and 'great menu, great drinks, great ambiance.' The 'creative menu' and 'impressive variety of original dishes' are a hit with guests. Plus, the 'cool' and 'eclectic old Austin vibe' adds to the fun. The 'fun atmosphere' and 'great staff' make it a place where you can 'hang out' and enjoy 'great food.'
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5. Uchiba Austin
4.8
Exceptional(152)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Downtown
Booked 32 times today
:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchibā, loosely "Uchi Bar" in Japanese, is Uchi's izakaya‑inspired cocktail bar and restaurant delivering a vast selection of Japanese whiskies, unique cocktails, yakitori grill items and Uchi classics. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!
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6. RedFarm - Austin
4.6
Exceptional(101)
Price: Very Expensive
• Chinese • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
RedFarm brings a greenmarket sensibility to modern and inventive Chinese food and super-charged dim sum complemented by modern, rustic décor. Joe Ng’s menu takes a clean, fresh approach to Chinese food. Signature items include clever dim sum creations for which Ng is known and small plates: Pac Man dumplings; yuzu wasabi shrimp; mushroom spring rolls that evoke a chanterelle mushroom; and a sculptural chicken salad. Modern takes on classic main dishes includes remarkably tender marinated rib steak with steamed baby bok choy and spicy steamed sea bass.RedFarm is located at 201 West 3rd St., in Downtown Austin, at the corner of West 3rd and Colorado Streets.
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7. J Carver's
4.9
Exceptional(1905)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 66 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. La Condesa
4.6
Exceptional(2233)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 31 times today
La Condesa is a fun, vibrant spot with a modern twist on traditional Mexican cuisine. It's highly praised for its attentive service, unique dishes, and great atmosphere. One reviewer described it as 'an absolute best in all of Austin' with its 'excellent' food and 'incredible vibe'. The menu features fresh, locally sourced ingredients and a renowned bar program with a vast collection of tequila and mezcal. It's perfect for a special occasion or a casual night out.
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9. Edge Rooftop Bar
4.6
Exceptional(497)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown
Booked 64 times today
Edge Rooftop Bar is a fun spot for its wonderful ambiance and views of downtown Austin. Reviews rave about the delicious food, tasty cocktails, and excellent service. It's a place to enjoy intimate conversations, have a great time with friends, and enjoy a world-class experience. The chill vibe and beautiful views make it a favorite rooftop location.
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10. Hestia
4.8
Exceptional(1880)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Hestia, named after the Greek goddess of the hearth, is a modern live-fire grill house. Dishes find inspiration from a custom 20-ft hearth which anchors the kitchen and dining room. Our menus offers an opportunity to explore and showcase techniques that highlight the role of fire in food. You may choose to order from our a la carte menu or experience our chef curated tasting menu.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.2024 Michelin One Star
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  • Katie
    Utah •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Love ranch 616! Fried oysters and calamari appetizers = chef’s kiss! The live music on the patio was also wonderful. Incredible vibes, strong drinks, great food. Can’t wait for our next visit!
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    Ranch 616Price: Expensive• Regional American (Southwestern)• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Melissa
    Austin •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The hosts where lovely and offered us the kitchen seating over the bar - such a cool experience! I Our server was attentive and the drinks came out quickly for all being craft cocktails! This was my partners first time here and after being sat for maybe ~ 10 minutes ~ we booked another reservation for next month! We got bone marrow, caesar salad, rigattoni, yukon potato's and the porterhouse! Our server did talk us out of the tomahawk which was smart, considering we have Turkey leftovers to eat but we WILL be trying it next month! Thank yall 🤍 Also a free desert and a card signed by all the staff for my partners birthday was such a cute touch! We'll see yall soon!
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    Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Sarahvip
    Orlando / Central Florida East •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food, cocktails and service were excellent! Summer our server was very knowledgeable and helpful with menu selections.
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    ATX CocinaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Amber
    Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 24 Nov 2024
    My daughter and I had an amazing evening here, the food and drinks were excellent. We would absolutely go again.
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    The Guest House AustinPrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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    4.6
  • D.vip
    Austin •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 18 Nov 2024
    Keeping it fun, fresh and cool HAI restaurant group always has the consistently freshest quality sushi you can find and the mix of flavors of each bite is like a party in my mouth Keep being cool!
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    Uchiba AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Downtown
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    4.8

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