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1. Red Ash Italia
4.9
Exceptional(3826)
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. Aba - Austin
4.8
Exceptional(1129)
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.
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3. Uchiko Austin
4.8
Exceptional(6036)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Central Austin
Booked 28 times today
:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchiko is the sister restaurant to Tyson Cole’s original Uchi. It matches that restaurant’s dedication to food, wine, and service, but it has a Japanese farmhouse aesthetic with crafted materials and warm finishes to round out a completely updated setting. The chef team at Uchiko has created a brand new selection of composed dishes and sushi, taken from ideas and plates created at Uchi. Uchiko is Uchi rede­fined. 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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4. Sammie's Italian
4.8
Exceptional(1409)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 57 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. Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin
4.9
Exceptional(1793)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 45 times today
Clark's Oyster Bar in Austin is a perfect spot for romantic dining. With rave reviews like 'great for date night or small intimate group of friends', it's clear that the cosy, small setting and beautiful atmosphere contribute to its romantic charm. Plus, who can resist fresh oysters and seafood? The attention to detail in food preparation and presentation also speaks to the thoughtful, intimate dining experience they aim to provide.
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6. Canje
4.9
Exceptional(2073)
Price: Expensive
• Caribbean • East Austin
Booked 55 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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7. Honey Moon Spirit Lounge
4.8
Exceptional(268)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Central Austin
Booked 37 times today
Honey Moon Spirit Lounge is a vintage-chic restaurant/speakeasy with a well curated menu of elevated comfort food and modern American share plates. The menu includes a craft cocktail list emphasizing fresh juices and classic ingredients, and an extensive and diverse wine list featuring varietals from around the world with a selection of beers and ciders, and a tap of local craft brews.
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8. Uchi Austin
4.9
Exceptional(5424)
Price: Very Expensive
• Sushi • Downtown
Booked 44 times today
:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Translated from the Japanese word “home,” the original Uchi is located in a refurbished South Austin bungalow. Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole’s signature non-traditional take on Japanese food has delighted Austin’s diverse dining crowd as well as visitors from across the country and around the world since 2003. Reservations are encouraged and can be made up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in seating is limited to the Sushi Bar 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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9. Nori
4.8
Exceptional(293)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Old West Austin
Booked 45 times today
Plant-based Japanese Cuisine serving sushi, ramen and crafted cocktails. Cozy romantic atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating available. Come try our best seller Volcano Roll and handmade Shiitake Gyozas.
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10. Hestia
4.8
Exceptional(1871)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 29 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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  • Miriamvip
    Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great experience from start to finish! When I made the reservation, only outdoor tables were available so I left a comment requesting to be moved inside if anything opened up - and immediately on checking in, the hostess offered a table inside. The decor is classic and welcoming. Drinks were brought almost immediately after ordering them. Enough staff that someone was always attending to us. Food was delicious, especially the cacio e pepe. Highly recommend
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    Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Karivip
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food is out of this world and our server was attentive in the most balanced ways and knew the menu well! Ask for Vincenzo, he’s an amazing server! Its my #1 place to take guests who are in town, but you have to plan ahead!
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    Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Brad
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We celebrated my wife’s birthday here last night and from the get go felt like we were taken care of. The hosts seemed sincere and cheerful wishing her a happy birthday, and that set the tone for the night feeling special. I’ve worked in service, and I know it’s not always easy to be festive on someone else’s behalf when tons of birthdays are celebrated every day, and the kindness of the staff stood out. Sandra took wonderful care of us, comped a dessert for the birthday and made sure we had everything we needed while giving us our time and space to enjoy the meal. We will be back!
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    Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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    4.8
  • Daniellevip
    Houston •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Waited way too long before coming and regret it. Everything here is great and the staff is amazing. They are all accommodating and explain what everything is. Will forever keep coming back!
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    Uchiko AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Sushi• Central Austin
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    4.8
  • Philipvip
    San Diego •61 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great service. Went for happy hour. Half price martini and burger. Excellent broccolini and affogato dessert.
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    Clark's Oyster Bar - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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    4.9

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