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1. La Condesa
4.6
Exceptional(2250)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 43 times today
La Condesa is a local favorite in Austin's 2nd Street District, known for its inventive, farm-to-table Mexican cuisine. It's praised for its excellent service, beautiful decor, and unique dishes. As one reviewer put it, it's a 'real gem in the 2nd area and a new favorite stop!', with others calling it 'one of the absolute best in all of Austin'.
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2. The Roosevelt Room
4.9
Exceptional(1305)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 28 times today
The Roosevelt Room is Austin's most awarded cocktail bar, offering a seated experience with table service provided by its knowledgeable bar staff to guide guests through its expansive menu of classic and original cocktails, craft beer, wine, and epicurean bar food.The Roosevelt Room has received the following accolades: Top Four Best American Cocktail Bar 2022 by the Spirited Awards, Top Four Best American Bar Team 2022 by the Spirited Awards, Top Five Best Cocktail Bar 2022 by Liquor.com's Liquor Awards, Austin's Best New Cocktail Bar 2015 by Thrillist, & Bar of the Year 2017 by TimeOut Austin.RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY SUGGESTED. Walk-ins are welcome, but please note that there may be a short wait for the next available table. If your reservation details change, please let us know. We will do our best to accommodate last-minute alterations, but we cannot guarantee immediate seating for any additional guests. For reservations of 11+, click the "Book an Event" tab on our website.
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3. Corner
4.6
Exceptional(999)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Southern • Downtown
Booked 47 times today
Welcome to Corner Restaurant! Ideally located in downtown Austin, you’ll find modern Texas fare and local twists on classic recipes, all in a stunning location on the corner of 2nd and Congress. Whether you’re looking for local Austin flavors inspired by the 5 Corners of Texas, delicious cocktails, or the perfect boozy brunch, Corner’s patio bar & restaurant has it all.
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4. Caroline
4.3
Awesome(1155)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 43 times today
Our all-day spot is perfect for homemade breakfast, lunch, dinner and to-go options. Located in the buzzing Austin's central district, Caroline Restaurant is a great place to jump start your day or enjoy a late afternoon glass of wine, curated cocktail, and full dinner menu. With a focus on regional cuisines our neighborhood restaurant has recreated classic dishes to make them healthful but delicious.
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5. Roaring Fork - Downtown, Congress
4.7
Exceptional(3497)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 31 times today
Roaring Fork is a neighborhood gem because it offers an exceptional dining experience. It's praised for its cozy, comfortable atmosphere and the exceptional service. The food is consistently great, with the wood-fire grilled items being a standout. It's located right in the heart of downtown, making it easy to access other venues. The reviews show that it's a favorite spot for special occasions and memorable meals.
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6. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue
4.7
Exceptional(2273)
Price: Expensive
• Barbecue • Downtown
Booked 45 times today
BBQ ALWAYS, LIVE MUSIC OFTENLocated on the corner of 2nd and Guadalupe Streets in downtown Austin (a block away from Town Lake & Moody Theater), in a historic 1873 Victorian building once home to J.P. Schneider general store, Lamberts features modern Texas classics including expertly smoked barbecue, grilled prime steaks, simple yet elegant apps and mains, and homestyle sides. We are open daily for lunch and dinner.The two-story dining room features an open kitchen, two bars (with one of the best whiskey selections in town) as well as an outdoor patio surrounding our Mill Scale smoker. The design includes black leather banquettes and repurposed sinker pine table tops. The vibe is laid-back Austin and not afraid to get a little rowdy at times—especially when there's live music Upstairs at Lamberts. *If booking an outdoor table, please note that patio seating is weather contingent. During those times, we will do our best to accommodate indoor seating depending on availability.
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7. Ranch 616
4.6
Exceptional(1552)
Price: Expensive
• Southwest • Downtown
Booked 37 times today
South Texas Ice House, "Texas Cuisine" Products from the Texas Gulf to the Texas Hill Country."The huge snake logo on the outside of an otherwise nondescript building -- created by Bob "Daddy-O" Wade, best known for the oversize boots that front San Antonio's North Star Mall -- is your first hint that this place might be a bit, well, different. Inside, cowboy kitsch, 1950s diner decor, and Mexican folk art mingle, as do workers from the nearby county offices, local movers and shakers, and anyone else looking for terrific food that, like the decor, defies easy categorization.Call it South Texas gourmet. You can really taste the chipotle chilies in the tartar sauce that comes with some of the best crispy oysters this side of the Mason-Dixon Line, and the Gulf fish tacos are gussied up with chili lime aioli and Tabasco jalapeño onions. You get the idea -- lots of spicy dishes."
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8. Taverna - Downtown Austin
4.5
Awesome(1170)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 52 times today
Taverna is a restaurant utilizing authentic Italian flavors to create memorable dishes. This restaurant is designed from the ground up to be a neighborhood bistro. Taverna is meant to be the kind of restaurant that guests can bring their family for either a casual meal or to celebrate special occasions. While the inside of the restaurant is cozy, the best place to enjoy the great food is out on the wraparound patio.Taverna is open for lunch and dinner, as well as brunch on the weekends. During lunch and dinner service, guests will find a large variety of menu items available. Pasta, soups, salads and pizza are all popular choices. Taverna is also known for their risotto, as an entire section of the menu is devoted to the "risotteria". The signature risotto topped with a simple blend of parmesan cheese and black truffle cream sauce.
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9. North Italia - Austin 2nd Street
4.6
Exceptional(1708)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 62 times today
North Italia is a neighborhood gem in downtown Austin, known for its delicious Italian cuisine. Reviews rave about the 'great food & great service' and the 'cool ambiance'. Customers also appreciate the 'easy-going environment' and the 'reasonable prices', making it a favorite spot for locals. The 'modern Italia experiences' crafted here, including handmade pastas and pizzas, make it a must-visit for any occasion.
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10. Fogo de Chao - Austin
4.6
Exceptional(2137)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Downtown
Booked 104 times today
Fogo de Chao in Austin is a neighborhood gem, offering a unique dining experience with their traditional Brazilian churrasco method. Reviews are consistently high, with guests praising the 'outstanding' food, 'lovely ambiance', and 'exceptional service'. The restaurant's location in Downtown Austin adds to its appeal, making it a recommended spot for special events or dates.
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  • JennyVIP
    Austin •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Best vesper martini we’ve ever had in our life. You can tell there is skill and how they make the cocktails that’s different from anywhere else. Also my clover club was on point and excellent . Hands-down will be Uber in there and getting cocktails pre-dinner and will take my friends there for sure just because they offer the highest quality of classic cocktails. There’s no riff on it. It’s just perfect classic cocktails . parking around that area gets a little bit shady and it’s difficult unless you come early, I can snag a street spot in front. I don’t like walking around there by myself late at night when I’m a lady, but that’s not the Roosevelt room‘s fault.
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    The Roosevelt RoomPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Robert
    Houston •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great food and great cocktails. The ambiance was lovely and the service was knowledgeable, courteous, and attentive. The queso flameado with short rib mole was sumptuous and delightful. The seafood tostadas (atun and la vida vuelta) were light and delicious, perfectly balanced with piquant spice and velvety avocado. The tlacoyo is a must try. Happy hour cocktails are half price and are all excellent. We have been coming to La Condesa since it opened in 2009, the year we got married. We no longer live in Austin, but we come back to La Condesa for special occasions when we are back in town. Highly recommend.
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    La CondesaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Tara
    Austin •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Best adobo chicken dish ever and my husband loved his holiday smoked ham dish. Sides are plentiful and delicious. We will make this a tradition going forward for special occasions!
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    CornerPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Southern• Downtown
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    4.6
  • StacyVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This was our first visit to Caroline and we all LOVED it. The food was amazing. The service was even MORE AMAZING. Tiana was the bomb! She was so kind and had the perfect balance of checking in on us to see if we needed anything. We all agreed this will become a regular restaurant for us.
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    CarolinePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown
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    4.3
  • Tiffany
    Houston •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    We had a great dinner tonight for my husbands 50th birthday. The servers recommendations were on point and we enjoyed every bite of our meal. It was a 10 out of 10 experience and we will definitely be back.
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    Roaring Fork - Downtown, CongressPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.7

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