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1. Sammie's Italian
4.8
Exceptional(1943)
$$$$
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 75 times today
Sammie’s is a little taste of old Italy in downtown Austin. It celebrates the great ‘red sauce’ institution—inspired by old school, legendary Italian-American restaurants. The menu offers classic dishes in a casual but sophisticated, retro-designed space that is both lively and comfortable, capturing the essence of a night out at your favorite neighborhood joint. The space consists of a central dining room overlooking Shoal Creek and 6th Street, polished wood bar, Mildred’s Room (a private dining/wine room), and wraparound patio dining area. Please note that patio seating is weather contingent. The menu offers riffs on standards including Housemade Mozzarella Sticks, Clams Casino, and Caesar Salad a la Tommy; timeless pastas like Spaghetti with Meatballs, and Linguine Vongole; and Sammie’s Classics: big portions of iconic plates like Chicken and Eggplant Parmigiana, Veal Marsala, and Baked Manicotti.
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2. The Salty Sow
4.7
Exceptional(4234)
$$$$
• Gastro Pub • East Austin
Booked 45 times today
At Salty Sow, we’re serving more than just great food–we’re dishing out gatherings, good times, and unforgettable meals. Chef’s Harold Marmulstein and Nick Sheley blend slow-cooked Southern tradition with bold, fresh flavors that are pure Texas comfort, mindfully sourced from local farms and purveyors. Whether you’re here for a laid-back happy hour or to unwind over dinner, you’ll experience a warm, welcoming atmosphere that feels like home.
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3. Honey Moon Spirit Lounge
4.8
Exceptional(475)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Central Austin
Booked 33 times today
Honey Moon Spirit Lounge is a vintage-chic restaurant/speakeasy with a well curated menu of elevated comfort food and modern American share plates. The menu includes a craft cocktail list emphasizing fresh juices and classic ingredients, and an extensive and diverse wine list featuring varietals from around the world with a selection of beers and ciders, and a tap of local craft brews.
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4. Lutie's
4.8
Exceptional(1213)
$$$$
• American • North Central
Booked 42 times today
Lutie's Garden Restaurant features ingredient-forward fare prepared with an elevated approach, influenced by our head chef's experiences cooking in acclaimed restaurants around the world.  The ever-changing, seasonal menus of Texas heritage cuisine spotlight local farmers and ranchers and reflect the chefs’ celebration of ingredients prepared with an understated simplicity. Located on the storied architectural landmark, Commodore Perry Estate, the restaurant's name is a nod to the estate matriarch Nannie Lewette “Lutie” Perry.  The experience melds warm hospitality with the convivial spirit of the property’s Jazz Age legacy, transporting guests to a contemporary garden retreat overlooking lush estate grounds. Walk In's Welcome.
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5. Culinary Dropout - Austin
4.7
Exceptional(2565)
$$$$
• American • Northwest
Booked 77 times today
At Culinary Dropout, raise your glass to friends coming together. A place where food and music are life. Join us at happy hour for ice cold beer and our famous soft pretzels with provolone fondue. At dinner, a signature cocktail and slow braised 36-hour pork ribs are a perfect pair. While you and your crew enjoy damn good food and drinks, a local band plays live for great vibes. Come hang out and stay a while.
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6. Murray's Tavern
4.8
Exceptional(204)
$$$$
• American • East Austin
Booked 23 times today
Delicious food, great drinks, and welcoming staff in a laid-back tavern style atmosphere!Join us for Steak Frites Night every Wednesday starting at 5pm (Voted Best Steak Night In Austin By Infatuation) & Three Martini Lunch every Friday from 12-3pm.All Day Happy Hour every Monday featuring $5 Guinness & $2 Oysters - open to close!Lots of patio seating available & walk ins are always welcome!
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7. acre 41
4.4
Awesome(1181)
$$$$
• American • Downtown
Booked 26 times today
We’re planting our roots as the only upscale contemporary steakhouse in Austin's Campus District. Our dressed-up classic menu goes the extra acre featuring locally sourced meats and other comfort food favorites at the highest quality that you can enjoy time and time again. Our modern art-deco bar and dining space is sure to impress with polished marble and tall golden flourishes. While possessing one of the most extensive whiskey and bourbon selections in town, we take pride in the creation of our creative craft cocktails that are thoughtfully crafted and executed. Make your reservation today!
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8. Fixe
4.7
Exceptional(3274)
$$$$
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 19 times today
Fixe is all about Southern comfort food done right. Reviewers rave about the delicious biscuits, the pork chop, and the lobster pot pie. The menu is simple but packed with flavorful dishes that pay homage to Chef James Robert's roots. The ambiance is warm and spirited, and the service is friendly and accommodating. It's a favorite spot in Austin for many, and it's easy to see why!
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9. CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek
4.8
Exceptional(4068)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • South Austin
Booked 75 times today
Our butcher is carving the freshest cuts. Our gardener tends our Farmshelf full of herbs. Our chefs prove how wood, live-fire, and smoke—with hand-craftmanship—can harmoniously meld every ingredient into an unforgettable creation. Our mixologists stand ready to serve innovation in a glass from classic to inspired. Our bartender pours wine from tap or bottle. And our pastry specialist smokes your sweet ending. Your daily celebration is here—at CARVE® American Grille. Whether it’s a date night dinner, a casual Friday lunch, or weekend family brunch, CARVE® up some time in this amazingly modern-rustic dining room complete with a vibrant bar and patio with hill country views. Everything about CARVE® is inspired by fresh and eclectic ingredients, with every dish reinventing the American grille experience. Come share in our heritage of flavor – your experience awaits!
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10. Olamaie
4.8
Exceptional(2055)
$$$$
• Southern • Central Austin
Booked 6 times today
At Olamaie, Southern food rooted in love and tradition is complemented by contemporary culinary techniques. Chef de Cuisine Amanda Turner breathes new life into the culinary legacy of the South by marrying her various inspirations drawn from the African diaspora in the south and beyond in collaboration with Executive Chef/Owner Michael Fojtasek.Olamaie is the first name of five generations of women in Executive Chef Michael Fojtasek’s family. His mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great-grandmother and now his daughter all honor the name with their shared patience, acceptance of others, boundless love, and soulful allegiance to food.James Beard Finalist: Best Chef Southwest/Texas 2018, 2019, & 2020 (Michael Fojtasek)James Beard Semifinalist: Emerging Chef 2022 (Amanda Turner)James Beard Semifinalist: Best New Restaurant 2015Austin American Statesman #1 2015, 2017, 2019Food & Wine Best New Chef 20152021 Best Place for Working ParentsMember of Good Work Austin
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