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1. Bob’s Steak & Chop House – Austin at Barton Creek

4.6

Exceptional(739)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • West Austin / Westlake

Booked 19 times today

At Bob’s you are treated like family. When you arrive at your table, the famous pickles come standard and a fresh, hot loaf of bread is delivered almost immediately for you to enjoy while you order your drinks and your meal.Known for our filets, Bob’s only serves prime cuts of beef. They have more marbling and flavor than the choice filets most other steak houses serve. Bob’s dinners have always included their iconic, larger than life, glazed carrot and your choice of potato. It’s a tradition and a great value they are proud to offer our guests. One carrot with one prime steak at a time totaling, about three tons of carrots each week. It may seem silly for a world-class steak house to tout its glazed carrot, but once you’ve tried it, you’ll understand. We consider sleeveless shirts on men, flip flops, boldly logoed athletic attire/gym attire, beach/pool wear too casual. We also ask that ball caps be removed while in the restaurant. Business casual ok.Reservations are recommended.

2. Quince Lakehouse

4.3

Awesome(787)

Price: Moderate

• International • Austin

Booked 27 times today

Quince is an upscale casual, indoor/outdoor restaurant where all demographics and generations come together and enjoy a dining experience beyond normal expectations. People may initially visit for the terraces with exceptional views, but the food and the overall “Quince Experience” is what keeps them coming back. The "crave-worthy" and "global collective" menus & the team’s attentive and personal service are mixed with carefully-curated happy tunes which altogether create a positive-energy experience rarely found in a restaurant. This is how Quince in San Miguel de Allende (SMA), MX became rated top of its class and is the “# 1 rooftop restaurant in the world.” and the "#1 rooftop destination in the world" by Robb Magazine.

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3. CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek

4.8

Exceptional(3433)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • South Austin

Booked 91 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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4. Sway Thai - Austin

4.5

Awesome(1062)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • West Austin / Westlake

Booked 26 times today

Sway is an award-winning modern Thai restaurant serving dinner and happy hour, led by Executive Chef Frank Harris.Named one of Bon Appétit’s “50 Best New Restaurants in America” in 2013, Sway was also most recently voted “Best Happy Hour in Austin” by readers of Austin Monthly as well as “2019 Best Thai Food” by the Austin-American Statesman.Sway West Lake Hills' location boasts a rooftop bar with skyline views of downtown, courtyard and full bar.

5. Laurel

3.8

Excellent(133)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • West Austin / Westlake

Booked 7 times today

Located in Hotel Viata in the scenic neighborhood of West Lake Hills just outside of Austin, Laurel highlights authentic coastal Italian cuisine with seasonal and local ingredients. Each experience is complemented by an extensive wine list and handcrafted cocktails curated by expert sommeliers and mixologists.Nestled in Texas Hill Country, Laurel offers the perfect blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or brunch dining experiences. Unwind on the outdoor patio designed for al fresco dining, complete with a grand fireplace to warm your meal under the stars. Join us for live music on Friday and Saturday nights or Happy Hour every day from 4pm to 6pm. Visit us and make Laurel Restaurant your go-to spot for unforgettable moments, unique culinary experiences, and satisfying libations.

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6. The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Westlake

4.7

Exceptional(1098)

Price: Moderate

• American • Bee Caves / Lakeway / Lake Travis

Booked 23 times today

IMPORTANT: If Open Table does not offer you a choice to book an outside table it is because they have been booked already. If there are tables outside available you will have a choice between "Standard Seating" (meaning inside) or "Outside Table". We may have cancellations etc that could open something up so you are welcome to leave us a note that you would like to move outside if possible, but we cannot guarantee that. We ask that all reservations up to 4 people respect a 90 minute seating time. Tables of 5-6 will be allotted 2 hours. Since this location has limited protection from rain we could be forced to cancel outside reservations last minute. We will do everything we can to provide as much advance notice as possible.Parties up to 6 people may be reserved online. For parties of 7-10 people please call our host staff to make a reservation at 512-327-8822.

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7. Las Palomas Restaurant-Bar

4.8

Exceptional(544)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • West Austin / Westlake

Booked 8 times today

We’re Open for Dine-in and Delivery (3rd Parties) We take reservations:Tuesday-Thursday 11 AM - 9:30 PMFriday: 11 AM - 5:45 PM & 8 PM - 10 PMSaturday 11 AM - 10 PMOutside patio tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are not available for reservations.

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8. Saltgrass Steak House - Bee Cave

4.2

Awesome(214)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Bee Caves / Lakeway / Lake Travis

Booked 2 times today

Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse in Bee Cave, TX famous for serving Angus Beef steaks. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.

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9. Toss Pizzeria & Pub - Bee Cave

4.6

Exceptional(30)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Bee Caves / Lakeway / Lake Travis

Booked 1 time today

Just as its name implies, Toss Pizzeria and Pub in Austin, TX specialty is in hand thrown, New York style pizzas. Toppings will range from classic pizza toppings to some unique Texas Style selections. Each pizza is hand tossed to order and topped with fresh ingredients. The menu at Toss Pizzeria and Pub is complimented by the draft beers available as well as the craft cocktails using hand squeezed juices. Though you may be looking specifically for one of the specialty pies or to build your own, you can also enjoy an array of appetizers and generously sized salads or award winning wings when you pop into Toss Pizzeria and Pub for a meal.

10. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1133)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 185 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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celestevip
Orlando / Central Florida East •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
First time in Austin decided to try Quince; amazing cocktails & food, service was outstanding as well, hostess are really nice ! :) The view is gorgeous will definitely come back whenever we visit Austin again!
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Quince LakehousePrice: Moderate• International• Austin
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4.3
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JenaM
Las Vegas •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Cocktails were first on the menu and were perfection. Followed by the NY Strip and Cheffy potatoes. Steak served on a bed of grilled onions with a nice char and spices was the highlight. A plus service and took some popovers to go. Date night success!
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CARVE American Grille - Barton CreekPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• South Austin
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4.8
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Michal Lauren
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing! Get the pork dumpling appetizer. It is so good! We sat on the rooftop overlooking downtown. So romantic!
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Sway Thai - AustinPrice: Expensive• Asian• West Austin / Westlake
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4.5
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Ashley
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 16, 2024
Awesome experience. Will be back in the future ! !
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Bob’s Steak & Chop House – Austin at Barton CreekPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• West Austin / Westlake
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4.6
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Annaleevip
Houston •28 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 26, 2024
If you are staying at the hotel, definitely eat at Laurel. The outside setting is beautiful the cocktails are delicious and we really enjoyed the charcuterie board. We also had octopus that was really good, salmon, shrimp scampi, and the duck. I thought everything was a little too expensive but that’s just me. A $25 glass of wine that was yummy but was still $25.
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LaurelPrice: Expensive• Italian• West Austin / Westlake
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3.8

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1. Bob’s Steak & Chop House – Austin at Barton Creek

2. Quince Lakehouse

3. CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek

4. Sway Thai - Austin

5. Laurel

6. The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Westlake

7. Las Palomas Restaurant-Bar

8. Saltgrass Steak House - Bee Cave

9. Toss Pizzeria & Pub - Bee Cave

10. Aba - Austin

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