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Prélude, Austin, TX
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Prélude

$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Fancy
  • Charming
Chef Mathew Peters, the first American to win the prestigious Bocuse d'Or in 2017, is bringing his culinary expertise to the heart of Austin with the opening of Prelude, an elevated cocktail bar and canapé lounge set in a historic home in West Austin. The space has a beautiful back lawn lounge with views of downtown Austin and private rooms throughout the house that can accommodate groups of 6-18 with private events options of groups up to 120 guests.

Prelude will offer a unique Austin experience, combining innovative cocktail creations with elevated small bites. The menu will feature a curated selection of small plates, designed to complement the bar programs signature cocktails and highlight Chef Peters' culinary artistry. Please note that our kitchen closes each evening at 10 pm.

Join Prélude during Happy Hour Tuesday-Thursday from 4-6 pm for $2 oysters and drink specials.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Matt Peters

From the OpenTable editors: Cocktails and canapés are the name of the game at Prélude, a sophisticated bar located in a historic Austin home. The only American to win the prestigious Bocuse d’Or, chef Mathew Peters applies that fine dining precision to playful dishes like corn hushpuppies with Iberico ham and black truffle sauce paired with clever cocktails like a tequila-forward highball topped with cornflakes and toasted rice.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00 Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (512) 702-9150
  • Website
    https://www.prelude-austin.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com
  • Location
    707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    10th Street & West Avenue
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 148 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Prélude offers an exceptional experience in a beautifully transformed historic home with a "super cool" ambiance. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" service, "impeccable" cocktails, and delightful small plates, though some find portions small and prices high. Perfect for a night out, Prélude is Austin's go-to for creative cocktails and a chic vibe.

148 Reviews

  1. Brian

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meh. The ambiance was great and so was the staff. I realize you're paying for the whole experience, but $20-30 for a mixed drink is a bit excessive. We ordered the chicken nuggets and I jokingly asked the staff if they get them from Chick-Fil-A. She responded and said theirs was much better. I should have saved $20 bucks (for 4 nuggets!) and gone to CFA for a 10 piece meal.

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  2. Megan

    VIP

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible! Super sexy and moody! Loved the music. Drink was made to perfection and thought the bites were delish! Perfect for a date or girls dinner ;)

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  3. Whitney

    VIP

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambiance is 10/10. Drinks are interesting. Staff is incredibly attentive and knowledgable.

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  4. Lalitha

    Austin

    169 reviews

    4.0

    169 reviews

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good drinks, very attentive service. Well made cocktails. Nice location, beautiful venue inside with paid street parking. Food wise, the MASA GOUGERES were delicious bites. Not many veg options but the focus is cocktails and we had dinner after at a different restaurant. Would definitely recommend for pre or post dinner drinks.

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  5. Gary

    VIP

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing - from the host to the bartender to the waitstaff to the bites!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Omaha

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible service, cocktails, and the delicious food from Matt and his team... can't with to see what is in store with Maven! Prelude is a must try! I'm certain they will gain attention from Michelin in the near future!

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  7. Miriam

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Prelude is the perfect destination for any occasion—whether you're celebrating something special, catching up with friends, or simply looking to enjoy a delicious drink in a vibrant, welcoming atmosphere. We sampled the tartare and the ponzu, and both dishes were great, full of fresh flavours, Prelude is a must-visit. Highly recommend!

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  8. Julie

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a cozy and wonderful time at Prelude. The drinks, the vibe, the food was a 10/10. I highly recommend a date here.

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  9. Yuna

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    I had a great time, and all of drinks are great. I would love to use this bar again.

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  10. Arjun

    VIP

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    3rd time here. Always great to grab a drink and a bite. Outdoor section is nicely winterized. Only lament was that the Masa Gougeres were a bit overdone (could tell from the color alone and then taste) + they weren’t discreetly and carefully glued down to that Donnie Darko plate like the other times. Key lime on those still the best part. Slight drop in standards on that one - hopefully one off. But generally great vibes still. 10/10 recommend.

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Prélude is rated 4.7 stars by 148 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Prélude

707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    10th Street & West Avenue
  • Area
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–00:00 Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 16:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.prelude-austin.com/
  • Phone number
    (512) 702-9150
  • Private party facilities
    Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com
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