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Aba - Austin
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(1,268)East Austin - 2
Red Ash Italia
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.9(4,122)Downtown - 3
Suerte
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.9(132)East Austin - 4
De Nada Cantina
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.7(577)East Austin - 5
Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.9(3,782)Downtown
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Paperboy
Price: Expensive•Breakfast•4.9(281)East Austin - 2
Hestia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(1,968)Downtown - 3
Nido
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.7(1,269)Bouldin Creek - 4
Yamas Austin
Price: Expensive•Greek•4.6(1,195)Austin - 5
The Well
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(601)Downtown
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Josephine House
Price: Expensive•American•4.8(1,380)Central Austin - 2
Uchi Austin
Price: Very Expensive•Sushi•4.9(5,452)Downtown - 3
The Peacock Mediterranean Grill
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(1,291)Downtown - 4
Geraldine’s
Price: Moderate•Unspecified•4.6(2,383)Downtown - 5
Justine's Brasserie
Price: Expensive•French•4.8(820)East Austin
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June's All Day
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(1,081)June’s All Day is a little bit of Paris in Austin—a neighborhood cafe and bar offering late breakfast, brunch, and an all day menu late into the evenings, along bustling South Congress Avenue.
The bistro-style food menu (think Croque Madame, Steak Tartare & Frites, Grilled Chicken Paillard, & Steak au Poivre) is complemented by a frequently changing wine & bar program including unique bottles and classic cocktails The restaurant has a wraparound patio (open year round) and is ideal for people watching and hanging with your friends.CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.7(3,593)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!
El Alma South
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(217)El Alma's menu is a vibrant take on the contemporary flavors of Mexico, that also features local ingredients like redfish, lamb, and Texas quail. Chef Alma Alcocer-Thomas approaches the food as if you were a guest dining in her own home.It's Italian Cucina
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(910)Northern Italian Cuisine, A True Piedmont Restaurant, Martini and Wine Bar, along with an Award winning Patio (il Cortile) Comfortable and cool in Summer with misting fans, and warm in winter with heaters.
Our philosophy - is one of Cucina Italiana! We cook for you as we do for our family with “Una Passione Grande” in a polished casual atmosphere.
Our focus on the menu, includes fresh handmade pasta, seafood, meats, cheese, and desserts, along with handmade craft cocktails and award winning wine list.
Cafe Malta
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.7(1,425)Cafe Malta is a neighborhood bistro serving Mediterranean-inspired fare. It combines a warm, relaxed atmosphere with a perpetually creative kitchen.
Named for the island at the crossroads of the Mediterranean, Cafe Malta finds inspiration in the cuisines of Italy, southern France, Morocco, Greece and Spain, and in the Mediterranean tradition, Cafe Malta cooks seasonally and features a variety of local ingredients.TLC Austin
Price: Expensive•Comfort Food•4.6(18)Inspired by iconic Texas beer halls, the indoor-outdoor spaces of TLC allow people to gather around hand-crafted food and drinks inspired by America’s back porches. It’s a comfortable gathering place where kids and adults can play games and enjoy authentic Texas hospitality. It’s a blend of warm Texas kindness and Austin originality.
TLC is a place where you can enjoy food with friends like you’re on your back porch… Only you don’t have to cook or clean-up. You’ll visit for the food & drinks. You’ll come back for the memories.
Flip flops or heels, wing tips or western wear. All y'all'r welcome.
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- KKevinVIPCincinnati / Dayton •7 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoGreat experience - nice little hand written happy birthdayMore infoPerla's Seafood and Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown•4.9
- SSamaraAustin •1 review5.0Dined 5 days agoSecond time here at Aba, and it was just as wonderful as the first! Sandra was our server and she took fantastic care of us. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. All the food is amazing, but highly recommend the sweet potato spread! The entire restaurant is beautiful, but I love sitting outside here.More infoAba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin•4.8
- AAnnaAustin •2 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoDefinitely my favorite sushi spot in Austin! Food is always so good, and the service is outstanding!More infoNeighborhood SushiPrice: Expensive• Sushi• South Austin•4.8
- IDIngridDAustin •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoAmazing experience good quality of the food and attention 👌More infoRed Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.9
- JJimNew York City •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoGreat food. Great service. Cool vibe. Excellent experience all around.More infoSuertePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin•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 Cuba512
The best vegan restaurants in South Austin are El Raval, Cafe Malta and It's Italian Cucina
The best vegetarian restaurants in South Austin are Cafe Malta, El Raval and El Alma South
The restaurants with the best service in South Austin are Red Lobster - Austin - Lamar Blvd., El Naranjo - South Lamar and Easy Tiger South Lamar
The restaurants with the best ambiance in South Austin are El Naranjo - South Lamar, Easy Tiger South Lamar and Neighborhood Sushi
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