Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Dripping Springs

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1. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(3833)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 109 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.

2. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1134)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 176 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.

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3. Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown

4.8

Exceptional(5140)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 35 times today

Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

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4. Joann's Fine Foods

4.7

Exceptional(497)

Price: Moderate

• Tex-Mex • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

Joann’s Fine Foods is a lively Tex Mex Diner & Patio Restaurant located in the iconic Austin Motel, along busy South Congress. The vibe is laid back but bustling with comfortable indoor booths, shady patio seating and a popular palapa bar. The vintage diner has been restored and updated with mahogany wood paneling, Mid-century furniture and photos of famous Texans.The menu features Tex Mex and diner classics cooked over our mesquite burning grill. Joann’s is perfect for brunch, lunch or a classic Austin dinner when strolling the iconic avenue. Favorites include Wood-Grilled Fajitas with tortillas made in-house daily, Joann’s Queso, Avocado & Tuna Tartare, Tacos and Quesadillas, Enchilada Plates and diner specialties including Stone Ground Blue Corn Pancakes, Patty Melt, and Club Sandwich.The bar is stocked with an extensive tequila and mezcal selection and Joann’s serves one of Austin’s best frozen margaritas.All Ways Welcome. So Close Yet So Far Out

5. Nido

4.7

Exceptional(1124)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Bouldin Creek

Booked 43 times today

Luxury takes root in the heart of Austin at Nido, bringing the charm of the area together with the culinary techniques of coastal Europe, all perched above Lady Bird Lake and the energetic cityscape. Nido is located on the rooftop of The Loren at Lady Bird Lake - recently named by Conde Nast Traveller and Travel & Leisure Magazine as "one of the hottest hotel openings in the world." Nido nods to the surrounding and native Hill Country, giving diners a one-of-a-kind respite to experience worldly-travel through food. Nido’s selection of carefully crafted, seasonal menus are internationally-inspired with a focus on classical technique.Reservations are available for inside the dining room and the dining tables in the bar. Lounge seating is available on a walk in basis in the bar and on the terrace for drinks and snacks.For more information, please visit https://www.thelorenhotels.com/cuisine/restaurant and follow @Nidoatx on Instagram.

6. ATX Cocina

4.9

Exceptional(2626)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown

Booked 61 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.

7. Canje

4.9

Exceptional(2077)

Price: Expensive

• Caribbean • East Austin

Booked 47 times today

Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean cuisine restaurant brought you by Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph of E&R Hospitality Group. Named after the Canje pheasant, national bird of Guyana, Canje pulls inspiration not just from mainland Guyana, but from Jamaica to Puerto Rico, and all the islands in between. Our menu explores the cooking techniques, ingredients, and many expressions of vibrant food across the region.Tucked away on the east side of Austin, this lively environment brings a unique cocktail program boasting both spirit forward and fruit driven cocktails and a small selection of natural wines alongside our inventive food menu.

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8. Tillie's- Dripping Springs

4.7

Exceptional(1503)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dripping Springs

Booked 23 times today

Much like the family property where it’s located, Tillie’s menu takes what’s familiar and infuses it with an array of innovative international flavors, creating a new set of rules for cuisine in Central Texas. Join us for a modern interpretation of classic gourmet dishes and a celebration for what lies ahead.The concept behind our award-winning dining experience can be described as “American Nouveau" cuisine that borrows cooking traditions and techniques from all around the world to create something new and exciting. Through its breathtaking architecture and innovative menu, Tillie’s lives the American Nouveau concept. The restaurant’s building, a repurposed town hall from the Ninh Binh region of Vietnam, is the physical embodiment of an experience that takes inspiration from history and cultures.

9. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1415)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 60 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.

10. Fixe

4.8

Exceptional(3087)

Price: Expensive

• Regional American (Southern) • Downtown

Booked 27 times today

Fixe celebrates the soul of the South with Sunday Supper served nightly in a warm and spirited atmosphere. Bringing to life familiar tastes imagined in progressive ways, Chef James Robert and his team pay homage to his roots with an eye to tradition, a commitment to quality and passion to deliver our guests an unexpected and memorable culinary experience.

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Antoinette
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We love coming to red Ash. The food in the service are always great. We had the pleasure of having Brandy serve us. She was the best.
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Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.9
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quynh
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Atmosphere was amazing, the short rib hummus is a must try.
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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4.8
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Robinvip
Austin •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic seafood! Fantastic service! Lovely dining room. We had a wonderful evening. The only complaint was that we were seated right next to the kitchen, so lots of servers streaming by, carts, and noise from the kitchen. Next time I will call and ask to be seated away from the kitchen. But everything else was top notch.
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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.8
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Victor
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our experience at Nido tonight was absolutely amazing! The service was excellent, and Holden went above and beyond to accommodate our friend’s dietary restrictions with thoughtful suggestions. The ambiance was perfect, setting the tone for a relaxing and enjoyable evening. Watching the sunset added a magical touch to the atmosphere, making the night even more memorable. A big thank you to the team for creating such a delightful experience—we can’t wait to return!
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NidoPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Bouldin Creek
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4.7
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Shelley
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Everything was wonderful. The staff is so attentive and amazing. The food was fabulous
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Joann's Fine FoodsPrice: Moderate• Tex-Mex• Downtown
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4.7

Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Dripping Springs

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954 restaurants available nearby

1. Red Ash Italia

2. Aba - Austin

3. Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown

4. Joann's Fine Foods

5. Nido

6. ATX Cocina

7. Canje

8. Tillie's- Dripping Springs

9. Sammie's Italian

10. Fixe

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