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Caroline, Austin, TX

Caroline

4.3
4.3
1192 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Cheyne Stephen
  • Private party facilities
    Whatever the occasion, Caroline is the ultimate Private Dining destination and meeting place for those who live, work, and play in downtown Austin.
  • Private party contact
    Event Sales Coordinator : (210) 895-7165
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Congress Ave
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking located on 7th Street.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • 1/2 Off Wine 🍷 Thursdays at Caroline

    Multiple dates available
    Unwind with our Uncorked Thursday special! Enjoy a fantastic 50% off select bottles of wine all day long.
    1/2 Off Wine 🍷 Thursdays at Caroline Photo
  • Moet Monday - Discounts on Moet!

    Multiple dates available
    Join us every Monday from 4 PM to close and treat yourself to a little luxury with our Moët Mondays offer: -$30 for a Moët Imperial split -$16 for a Chandon split Cheers to Mondays done right! 🥂
    Moet Monday - Discounts on Moet! Photo
  • Sunday Self Care-oline

    Multiple dates available
    Sunday Funday is out and Sunday Self Care-oline is in 😉 Join us every Sunday from 4pm to close, and enjoy our healthy dining options from our Green Goddess Salad, The Caroline, fresh pressed juices and so much more! 🥗
    Sunday Self Care-oline Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Caroline Social Hour Happy Hour✨

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Thu - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    We love a HH just as much as you do. Join us for Caroline's Social Hour Happy Hour on our beautiful patio! Enjoy unbeatable Happy Hour specials, available Monday through Friday from 3 PM to 7 PM: - $8 select cocktails - $7 select wines - $6 canned beers - $8 select appetizers Plus, make it a true social hour! Groups of 6 or more will receive 10% off their tab—the perfect excuse to gather your friends and enjoy the fun together. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to sip, savor, and socialize!
    Caroline Social Hour Happy Hour✨ Photo

What 1,192 people are saying

Caroline reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Caroline in downtown Austin offers a vibrant atmosphere with "great food and drinks." Known for its "amazing chicken schnitzel" and diverse menu, it's perfect for enjoying a "lively" vibe. The service is often "friendly and attentive," making it a top spot for breakfast, brunch, or pre-theater dining.
1,192 Reviews
  1. Amanda

    Austin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I wasn't overly impressed by the Caroline. Atmosphere is good. Chairs are uncomfortable. Service was above average, but slow.

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  2. Diana

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The burrata appetizer was delicious! My friend and I split the burger and no complaints. My other friend had the chicken schnitzel and it looked amazing! I had the Paramount Paloma drink and it wasn’t too sweet and had just the right amount of alcohol. I had two and was ready to start the night! Will be coming back for sure.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Baltimore3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, waiter wasn’t really that helpful or responsive. Good atmosphere but hard to find bathrooms
    CarolineResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food at Caroline. We're sorry to hear that the service didn't meet your expectations. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests and your feedback helps us to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to serve you better in the future. Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager

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  4. Donna

    Austin4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place! Food and beverages were amazing! Will definitely be back.
    CarolineResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Donna! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Caroline. It's wonderful to know that our food and beverages hit the mark for you. Your kind words and high ratings are greatly appreciated. We're looking forward to welcoming you back soon. Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager

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  5. Jason VIP

    Chicago5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 17, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was decent. Pricing was reasonable. Overall, just a decent night. Nothing to write home about. Upstairs area looked fun. I would try that space if I go back.
    CarolineResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Jason! We're glad to hear that you found our food decent and pricing reasonable. We're always working on improving our overall experience, so your feedback is very valuable to us. We're also glad you enjoyed the upstairs area. We hope to have the pleasure of serving you again soon at Caroline.

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  6. UnbiasedOpinion

    New York City7 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was mediocre, at best. This restaurant is very overrated.

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  7. Stephen

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was quite good, inventive tomatoe-y mahi, very nice schnitzel, delicious butter cake. Service was very uneven, long waits for several things. In fairness, it was SXSW, so crowded and maybe a bit short-staffed. Still. Servers were pleasant. Nice vibe, cheerful place. Really between 3 and 4 stars.
    CarolineResponded on March 14, 2025
    Thanks for the review, Stephen! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food, especially the mahi and schnitzel. It's great to know our Gooey butter cake was a hit as well! We're sorry to hear that the service seemed uneven during your visit. We strive to provide the best experience for our guests, and we apologize if we fell short. We appreciate your understanding during SXSW, and we're glad to know that you enjoyed the vibe and ambiance of Caroline. Thanks again for your feedback, and we hope to serve you again soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager

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  8. Shannon

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great food. Upbeat experience as the restaurant was packed. Great cocktails. I had an espresso martini and it was delicious.
    CarolineResponded on March 14, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Shannon! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food and our upbeat atmosphere. It's fantastic to know that our martinis hit the spot too! Your feedback about our food and drinks is greatly appreciated. We're always striving to make every experience a memorable one for our guests. We look forward to welcoming you back to Caroline soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager

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  9. Kurtzy

    Greensboro6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Great service, food was delicious! A manager did stop by and say we were too loud which was surprising given it was 10:30 at night and most people were drinking on a Friday night and having a good time! Otherwise our waitress was wonderful!
    CarolineResponded on March 14, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Kurtzy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We always aim to create a lively atmosphere for all our guests, and we're sorry if you were offended by our request to lower your volume. I truly tried to deliver that ask with kindness. We appreciate your understanding, and your feedback will help us continue to improve. I'm thrilled to hear that your server provided an excellent experience to you as well. We look forward to serving you again soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager

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  10. leslie VIP

    Washington DC7 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun place. Great food, service and ambiance. The only complaint was all food came out all at the same time. We finished our salads then they brought back our mains.
    CarolineResponded on March 5, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Leslie! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and ambiance at Caroline. We're sorry to hear about the timing issue you experienced with your meals. We aim to provide a smooth dining experience for all our guests, and we appreciate your feedback. We hope to see you again soon!

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FAQs

Caroline offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 982-6766.

Caroline is rated 4.3 stars by 1192 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 66 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Caroline

621 Congress Ave, Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Congress Ave
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet Parking located on 7th Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Cheyne Stephen
  • Additional
    Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Whatever the occasion, Caroline is the ultimate Private Dining destination and meeting place for those who live, work, and play in downtown Austin.
  • Private party contact
    Event Sales Coordinator : (210) 895-7165
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