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1. Aba - Austin
4.8
Exceptional(1899)
$$$$
• Mediterranean • South Congress
Booked 172 times today
Aba, meaning father in Hebrew, is a Mediterranean restaurant with a California influence. The menu features Chef CJ Jacobson’s modern approach to Mediterranean cooking and the beverage program showcases spirits and rare wines from lesser known Mediterranean regions. Signature dishes include Smoky Garlic Hummus, Muhammara, Shawarma-Spiced Skirt Steak, Grilled Salmon Kebab and more.
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2. The Guest House Austin
4.5
Awesome(393)
$$$$
• American • Downtown
Booked 27 times today
Welcome to The Guest House – A new dining destination in downtown Austin. We are redefining the dining experience, infusing timeless classics with a modern twist. Our restaurant is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual meet-up, business meeting, or a special celebration.
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3. La Piscina at Austin Proper
4.8
Exceptional(988)
$$$$
• Latin American • Downtown
Booked 67 times today
Located on the 5th floor of Austin Proper Hotel, La Piscina Ceviches & Fajitas offers a vibrant, open-air dining experience overlooking the energy of downtown. Specializing in Texas-inspired Mexican cuisine, the menu features fresh ceviches, wood-grilled seafood, and sizzling fajitas served family-style with house-made tortillas from our open comal.Relax poolside with refreshing frozen margaritas, premium Mexican spirits, and small-batch tequilas and mezcals. Whether you're here for a casual lunch, sunset cocktails, or a lively group gathering, La Piscina delivers bold flavors and a spirited atmosphere, crafted with clean, wholesome ingredients and prepared entirely without seed oils.
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4. Sway Thai - Austin
4.6
Exceptional(1256)
$$$$
• Thai • West Austin / Westlake
Booked 23 times today
Located in West Lake Hills just minutes from downtown Austin, Sway brings modern Thai cuisine and vibrant hospitality to the Westlake dining scene. Known for its family-style dining experience, Sway blends traditional Thai flavors with fresh ingredients, creative cocktails, and a warm, contemporary atmosphere. Guests can enjoy signature dishes like curries, noodles, satays, and wok-fired specialties alongside panoramic hill country views and an inviting indoor-outdoor setting. Ideal for date nights, group dinners, happy hour, and weekend gatherings, Sway Westlake offers one of the best Thai restaurant experiences near Austin with bold flavors, stylish design, and approachable hospitality.
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5. Siti
4.7
Exceptional(182)
$$$$
• Southeast Asian • East Austin
Booked 33 times today
Siti is a modern Southeast Asian restaurant rooted in the vibrant culinary traditions of Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and the Philippines. Led by Chef Laila Bazahm, Siti is a heartfelt tribute to the women—mothers, grandmothers, aunties, and street-side cooks—who have preserved these foodways across generations.Our menu offers soulful, contemporary interpretations of regional classics—built on housemade spice pastes, char-grilled meats, market seafood, bold sambals, fragrant herbs, and comforting broths. Think layers of flavor and texture: crispy, chewy, aromatic, brothy, spicy, and sweet—all anchored by deep technique, cultural reverence, and Chef Laila’s personal expression of Southeast Asian cuisine.2025 Michelin Recommended
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6. Juniper
4.7
Exceptional(2974)
$$$$
• Italian • East Austin
Booked 23 times today
Consistently ranked among the top restaurants in Austin, Juniper blends seasonal, locally sourced Texas ingredients with old-world Italian technique—creating dishes that are both comforting and refined, rooted in Northern Italy with a Central Texas perspective.When booking, guests can choose between two distinct dining experiences:Standard Reservation
Enjoy our à la carte menu featuring seasonal dishes and Juniper favorites.Tasting Menu Experience
A 6-course chef’s tasting menu | $135 per person
Optional wine pairing | $65 per personOur bar program highlights a thoughtful wine list and expertly crafted cocktails which have placed Juniper on the list of 'Official Drink of Austin' winners. Juniper also offers a private second-floor event space, ideal for celebrations, corporate gatherings, and special occasions. For private event inquiries, please visit our website.
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7. Canje
4.8
Exceptional(2774)
$$$$
• Caribbean • East Austin
Booked 74 times today
Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean cuisine restaurant brought you by Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph of E&R Hospitality Group. Named after the Canje pheasant, national bird of Guyana, Canje pulls inspiration not just from mainland Guyana, but from Jamaica to Puerto Rico, and all the islands in between. Our menu explores the cooking techniques, ingredients, and many expressions of vibrant food across the region.Tucked away on the east side of Austin, this lively environment brings a unique cocktail program boasting both spirit forward and fruit driven cocktails and a small selection of natural wines alongside our inventive food menu.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For parties over 7, please email us at info@canjeatx.com
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8. CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek
4.8
Exceptional(4033)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • South Austin
Booked 76 times today
Our butcher is carving the freshest cuts. Our gardener tends our Farmshelf full of herbs. Our chefs prove how wood, live-fire, and smoke—with hand-craftmanship—can harmoniously meld every ingredient into an unforgettable creation. Our mixologists stand ready to serve innovation in a glass from classic to inspired. Our bartender pours wine from tap or bottle. And our pastry specialist smokes your sweet ending. Your daily celebration is here—at CARVE® American Grille. Whether it’s a date night dinner, a casual Friday lunch, or weekend family brunch, CARVE® up some time in this amazingly modern-rustic dining room complete with a vibrant bar and patio with hill country views. Everything about CARVE® is inspired by fresh and eclectic ingredients, with every dish reinventing the American grille experience. Come share in our heritage of flavor – your experience awaits!
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9. Elizabeth St Cafe
4.8
Exceptional(968)
$$$$
• Asian • Bouldin Creek
Booked 48 times today
Elizabeth Street Café is a neighborhood Vietnamese cafe and French bakery in South Austin opened in December 2011. The little restaurant boasts sunny dining rooms and a shady garden patio and serves fresh breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as takeout.Elizabeth Street Café is known for: great croissants and Stumptown coffee, bánh mì served on house baked baguettes, fresh spring rolls, Kronenberg on tap, steaming bowls of pho, spicy curries, house cocktails, a fun kids menu, and flavorful macarons.Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com
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10. The Kitchen American Bistro - Austin
4.7
Exceptional(227)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 9 times today
Led by nationally acclaimed Chef Michael Bertozzi, our menu brings bold, seasonal dishes inspired by global influences and rooted in local ingredients. Whether you're joining us for weekend brunch or an intimate dinner, expect warm hospitality, craft cocktails, and a fresh take on modern dining in the heart of downtown Austin. We’re proud to be part of this community — come see what we’re cooking!

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