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Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in East Austin

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A photo of Il Brutto restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1655)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Austin
Booked 49 times today
Il Brutto is a neighborhood Italian restaurant located in East Austin with an emphasis on classic, multi-regional Italian dishes. The menu features fresh antipasti, daily home-made pastas, and pizzas baked in the restaurant’s Neapolitan wood-burning oven, in addition to house-made gelati, sorbets & desserts. The beverage program highlights an extensive selection of Italian wines from an on-site cellar, as well as local beers and handcrafted cocktails.
A photo of Ma'Coco - East Austin restaurant
4.2
Awesome(183)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin
Booked 3 times today
Ma'Coco is a gem in East Austin with its fresh, colorful, and delicious Mexican cuisine. Reviewers love the vibrant atmosphere, authentic food, and friendly service. As one reviewer said, 'If you like a good food, good music, and a lively restaurant this is for you.' Others rave about the 'terrific, authentic' food and 'great ambiance.' It's a spot locals love and visitors to Austin won't want to miss.
A photo of Red Ash Italia restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(4059)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 145 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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4.6
Exceptional(2727)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Austin
Booked 36 times today
Consistently listed in the top 10 best restaurants in the city by the Austin American-Statesman, Juniper combines locally-sourced, hyper-seasonal Texas ingredients and old world technique, creating comforting yet innovative dishes that connect Northern Italy to Central Texas. Rounding out the offerings are a world-class beverage program and a special 6 course Pre Fixe Menu at $95 per person, which guests can pair with an optional 6 course wine tasting at $65 per person.Located on the 2nd floor of Juniper, our private event space can accommodates groups of all sizes. Perfect for holiday parties, networking events, corporate dinners, luncheons, birthday parties, and weddings. Select the Private Dining below to view additional information.
A photo of Kemuri Tatsu-ya restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(85)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Austin
Booked 68 times today
Recognized by the James Beard Foundation, Michelin Guide and named one of the best restaurants in the U.S. by Food & Wine, Bon Appétit, GQ and more! Japanese izakaya and Texas barbecue are arguably the two best cuisines to enjoy while imbibing. Kemuri Tatsu-ya offers a mash-up of the two, plus an excellent selection of booze—including a ‘whisky bible.’ Guests are welcomed into the space with an enthusiastic “irasshaimase!” from the staff. The experience only gets better from there with creative dishes like Taiyaki Cornbread, Brisket Tsukemen and Guaca-Poke. Bright, innovative cocktails, including super-chilled Toki highballs cranked out from a machine, arean essential part of the experience. Reserve a table today to get a taste of this iconic Austinrestaurant, brought to you by Tatsu Aikawa and the team behind Ramen Tatsu-Ya.
A photo of Emmer & Rye restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3526)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 36 times today
Emmer & Rye is a restaurant designed around the farmer’s haul, featuring a menu that changes daily with a focus on seasonal and local cuisine. Heirloom grains are milled fresh for house made pastas, breads, and desserts, whole animal butchery is done on site, and an extensive in house fermentation program captures flavors at their peak and preserves them for the off season.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.2024 Michelin Green Star2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand
A photo of Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(3763)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 86 times today
Perla's offers fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from both coasts with an emphasis on sourcing from the gulf and locations around the world. The bar makes delicious coastal cocktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.Perla's has Austin’s prettiest oak-shaded patio and a comfortable airy dining room featuring a huge saltwater fishtank, poured concrete oyster bar and open kitchen. Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com.
A photo of Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1816)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 34 times today
Clark's Oyster Bar in Austin is a local gem, serving fresh, local seafood in an intimate setting. Reviews rave about the amazing oysters, lobster rolls, and cocktails. The restaurant is described as having great energy and understated elegance. One reviewer even said it's one of the highest quality restaurant experiences in Austin. Despite its small size, Clark's offers a fantastic dining experience, making it a neighborhood favorite.
A photo of Hillside Farmacy restaurant
4.3
Awesome(392)
Price: Moderate
• American • East Austin
Booked 20 times today
Something about Hillside Farmacy, weekend brunches, patio dinners, and cocktails just make you feel better. Perhaps that’s due to its historical landmark location in the lovingly renovated 1950s Hillside Drugstore. Or perhaps it’s the fresh, carefully selected seasonal food that comes from local farms and onto your plate is just good medicine. Weekend brunches are WALK-IN only.💚 Hillside Farmacy
A photo of Josephine House restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1359)
Price: Expensive
• American • Central Austin
Booked 71 times today
The sister restaurant to Austin fine dining institution Jeffrey’s, offering breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour, dinner & Monday night steak frites. The Clarksville cottage features a small marble bar for coffee or cocktails, intimate tables in the dining room, shady nooks on our patio and a grassy front lawn for lounging. Serving an eclectic daily menu featuring the best locally sourced products. Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.

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  • katVIP
    Austin •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This is one of our favorite spots. Food and service is amazing every time!
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    Il BruttoPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Austin
    4.5
  • Alison
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Had Valentine’s Day dinner here and had a blast! The fire alarm went off which was funny but the employees took care of it quickly. Drinks here were awesome! The food was just good, not great.
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    Ma'Coco - East AustinPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
    4.2
  • Pamela
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I always have a great experience at Kemuri Tatsu Ya. The infusion of Texas Smokehouse with Japanese cuisines is genius. Parking can be tricky due to the location. Yesterday I parked across the street at the clinic since it was after hours. It is an easy walk across Pleasant Valley at the light.
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    Kemuri Tatsu-yaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Austin
    4.6
  • micky
    Austin •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    was so amazing to be able to celebrate my birthday here. it started with the waiter we had. he was so great, really made the experience smooth and stress free. the food was so great, we can't wait to go back. was so thankful that they could accommodate my party of 5 at the last minute
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    JuniperPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Austin
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had not been back to Red Ash since before the Pandemic. Shame on us! Now we certainly will make a new reservation as soon as possible, which will probably be a few months from now. Red Ash is so popular that it is that difficult to get a table. But the wait is certainly worth it. This evening we tried the Octopus a la Plancha at our server, Emma's suggestion. Octopus for our first time. It was wonderfully delicious and tender. For dinner we split Frutti di Mare, a wonderful selection of seafood laid on a bed of the best black and white sphagettini. Cooked perfectly! Emma was the perfect hostess and we were able to reconnect with Brand Favata, our favorite server from six years ago. It seems that very few few employees leave Red Ash. It is such a wonderful restaurant!! We'll be back very soon.
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    Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.9

Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in East Austin

Discover the charm of East Austin with its array of "neighborhood gem" restaurants that perfectly encapsulate the vibrant and eclectic dining scene of the area. Each restaurant offers a unique blend of flavors and experiences, often highlighting local ingredients and innovative culinary techniques that cater to both locals and visitors alike. Whether you're in the mood for a fusion of Mexican and Indian cuisines or authentic Mexican flavors, these establishments promise an unforgettable dining experience with their creative menus and warm, inclusive atmospheres. Reviewers consistently praise these spots for their terrific food, great ambiance, and friendly service, making them must-visit destinations. East Austin stands out not just for its residential appeal but also as a bustling culinary hotspot that reflects the diversity and creativity of its community. These neighborhood gems are celebrated for their ability to deliver not just a meal, but a culinary adventure that keeps diners coming back for more. Whether you're a local foodie or a traveler eager to explore Austin's food scene, these restaurants offer a taste of local life that is both authentic and inviting.

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