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Hestia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.8(1871)Downtown - 2
Aba - Austin
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(1129)East Austin - 3
Red Ash Italia
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.9(3826)Downtown - 4
The Kitchen American Bistro - Austin
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(29)Downtown - 5
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.7(9474)Downtown
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Este
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.8(30)East Austin - 2
Kemuri Tatsu-ya
Price: Expensive•Japanese•4.5(10)Austin - 3
Paperboy
Price: Expensive•Breakfast•4.8(211)East Austin - 4
Nido
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.7(1121)Bouldin Creek - 5
ATX Cocina
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.9(2625)Downtown
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Emmer & Rye
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.7(3442)Downtown - 2
Uchi Austin
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(5424)Downtown - 3
Jeffrey's Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(2166)Central Austin - 4
Juniper
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(2649)East Austin - 5
Geraldine’s
Price: Moderate•Unspecified•4.7(2329)Downtown
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- JJanNebraska •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoServer was so knowledgeable and helped us to navigate the menu. Food was outstanding and service was excellent!More infoNeighborhood SushiPrice: Expensive• Sushi• South Austin•4.8
- RRigoAustin •1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat experience and vibes! The food was also with the wait, and our server Alberto was great. He recommended us some options that we were awesome, and spent a great experience for our anniversary!More infoNômadePrice: Expensive• Regional Mexican• Austin•4.6
- JJennifervipAustin •93 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoPerla’s food and service are always wonderful. Today’s server, Kristen, upped the bar. She was fantastic. It was a gorgeous day, so the deck was packed but we had a relaxed, easier to talk and to “take our time” lunch with an old friend in from out-of-town inside. Insanely yummy oyster po’boy. Love you Perla’s.More infoPerla's Seafood and Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown•4.9
- BBradChicago / Illinois •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoWe 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!More infoAba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin•4.8
- KKarivipAustin •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoThe 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!More infoRed Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.9
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South Austin is an older part of town that has rolling hills and lots of oak trees. Many restaurants offer open-air patio seating for dining and often feature live music. This area has a young, artistic vibe, so you'll easily find vegetarian fare, yet you'll also find plenty of Lone Star State barbecue staples. Tex-Mex foods featuring smoked meat and melted American cheese are on most menus in one form or another whether it's chili con queso with spicy ground beef or a giant chicken fried steak. Authentic Mexican food and Margaritas, upscale seafood and delightful French bakeries are also options.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in South Austin is Pizzeria Sportiva
The best vegan restaurants in South Austin are El Alma South, Neighborhood Sushi and El Raval
The best vegetarian restaurants in South Austin are El Naranjo - South Lamar, El Alma South and El Raval
The restaurants with the best service in South Austin are Pizzeria Sportiva, El Naranjo - South Lamar and Gangnam Korean BBQ
The restaurants with the best ambiance in South Austin are Pizzeria Sportiva, Easy Tiger South Lamar and Vinaigrette - Austin
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