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Restaurants near Main Building University of Texas at Austin

Discover the vibrant culinary landscape surrounding the Main Building of the University of Texas at Austin, an iconic landmark steeped in history and culture. Where to Eat Near Main Building University of Texas at Austin? The dining options nearby offer a delightful range of experiences. Visitors can indulge in fine dining with expertly crafted dishes, where USDA Prime steaks and locally sourced produce take center stage. Explore casual yet elegant spots focusing on contemporary Mexican cuisine, celebrating traditional flavors with a modern twist, or enjoy heartwarming American classics perfect for any meal of the day. Whether you’re craving a lively brunch or a cozy dinner, you're bound to find an inviting atmosphere that highlights the unique spirit of Austin. Experience a meal that’s not just about food, but about community and tradition.
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1. Carillon Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(940)
££££
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 17 times today
The Carillon is a New American restaurant featuring familiar food with a refined twist. The Carillon provides a sophisticated and approachable dining experience for all occasions. Our culinary team masterfully creates dishes with local, fresh, and seasonal produce and organic, grass-fed or free-range proteins. The Carillon offers ‘a la carte’ or 3-course dinner for $55 tasting menu, which can be skillfully paired with award-winning wines.Located at the AT&T Hotel and Conference Center on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin, The Carillon delivers an impressive and memorable experience. Complimentary self-parking in the Conference Center Garage for dinner guests; bring your ticket to be validated. We look forward to seeing you soon.
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2. Red Ash Italia
4.9
Exceptional(5500)
££££
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 150 times today
Wood Fired hand crafted Italian food set in a rustic modern open space in the warehouse district in ATX. A wide range of specialty dishes created by Chef owner John Carver and his staff on a nightly basis. Our house made Pastas, Fresh Seafood, and Prime Steaks are all prepared on wood fired grill, oven and plancha. An International wine list, specialty craft cocktails, and local brewed beers to choose from. Dolce and some Grappa, Amaro or Vino Dolce to add to your dining experience at Red Ash Italia. // We happily accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express and cash. We are unfortunately not able to accept tap to pay.
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3. Aba - Austin
4.8
Exceptional(2205)
££££
• Mediterranean • South Congress
Booked 208 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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4. Este
4.9
Exceptional(1005)
££££
• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin
Booked 104 times today
Nestled between East Austin neighborhoods, Este celebrates fresh seafood, Mexican cuisine, and charcoal cooking. From the team behind the East 6th favorite, Suerte, Chef Fermin and restaurateur Sam Hellman-Mass are taking their love for masa coastal. In a location with a rich history, Este’s bright dining spaces, artisan decor and spacious outdoor deck bring the energy of seaside towns to East Austin. An extensive wine list and vibrant coastal-inspired cocktails are the perfect pairing for aguachiles, ceviches, oysters y otros mariscos!
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5. Suerte
4.8
Exceptional(898)
££££
• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin
Booked 95 times today
Suerte is a restaurant inspired by the people, cooking techniques, and flavors of Mexico. Nationally acclaimed Chef Fermin Nunez and his team pride themselves on the use of local ingredients from our beloved farmers to achieve something delicious and uniquely East Austin.
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6. ATX Cocina
4.8
Exceptional(3115)
££££
• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown
Booked 75 times today
ATX Cocina experiments with the boundaries of Mexican cuisine. We have taken traditional Mexican dishes and elevated them with modern approaches and techniques. Corn, the basis of the Mexican cuisine for thousands of years, is also the foundation of our kitchen. We nixtamalize and process our masa in house sourcing it from heirloom varieties of corn grown by small family farms in Mexico.
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7. Comedor
4.6
Exceptional(533)
££££
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 74 times today
Comedor is a Michelin-recommended modern Mexican restaurant in downtown Austin from award-winning Chef Philip Speer. The menu blends Mexican cuisine with Texas influences, highlighting organic and sustainable ingredients sourced from Austin-area farmers. Named Best New Restaurant in Texas by Texas Monthly and one of the Best New Restaurants in America by Esquire and Robb Report, Comedor has also been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Condé Nast Traveler. The restaurant is internationally recognized for its architecture by world-renowned architect Tom Kundig.
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8. Tiny Boxwoods - Austin
4.8
Exceptional(343)
££££
• American • Old West Austin
Booked 114 times today
Tiny Boxwoods Austin celebrates the beauty of a thoughtfully curated menu centered around simple pleasures and exceptional ingredients. Nestled within Kerbey Lane Village, our intimate restaurant offers from-scratch fare prepared in an 800-degree wood-fired oven. A concise selection of classic cocktails complements the experience, and no visit is complete without a chocolate chip cookie (or two).
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9. De Nada Cantina- South 1st
4.5
Awesome(186)
££££
• Regional Mexican • Bouldin Creek
Booked 110 times today
De Nada Cantina. Tacos y margs y menos. South Austin’s loveliest little taco spot. Handmade tortillas pressed and cooked on the comal, slow-braised meats, and traditional handcrafted margaritas served in a greenhouse.
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10. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin
4.8
Exceptional(10127)
££££
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 129 times today
Austin is known for its hip, urban core and delicious food, and Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® is the perfect combination of the three, with an upscale flair. Located downtown in the historic Norwood Tower, it’s within walking distance of the Capital Complex and other downtown landmarks. So come enjoy one of our award-winning dishes on the patio or sip a handcrafted cocktail in Bar 79®!

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  • MichaelGold
    Northern Michigan / Upper Peninsula •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    This was our fourth time at Red Ash and it never misses. Not too many restaurants I can say I’ve tried most of the menu and don’t have one thing I wouldn’t order again, but that is Red Ash for me. 10/10
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    Red Ash Italia$$$$• Italian• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Jon
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great food, great experience, great wait staff.
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    Aba - Austin$$$$• Mediterranean• South Congress
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    4.8
  • johnGold
    Austin •37 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our server Avery was fantastic. The Mezcal Monday deals were fantastic. The ambiance was fantastic. The black magic oil was .... (do I even have to say it? ) FANTASTIC.
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    Suerte$$$$• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
    •
    4.8
  • KatieGold
    Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Delicious ! We got the 3 course meal for $55. Hamachi Crudo appetizer, seabass main, poached pear oat crumble dessert. Healthy portions beautifully presented.
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    Carillon Restaurant$$$$• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Nicola
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Wow! 5 stars all around. Our waiter was just so incredible - hand wrote on the menu which items to avoid and which could be modified based on an allergy that one of our party members had. He recommended such good dishes and even customized a little meal for the baby that was with us. Seriously, he is impeccable at his job. The food and drinks were 10/10. So fresh, such great flavours and beautiful presentation. Will be dreaming about the guacamole for months!
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    Este$$$$• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
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    4.9

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