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Red Ash Italia
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.9(3,973)Downtown - 2
Aba - Austin
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.8(1,201)East Austin - 3
Suerte
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.9(82)East Austin - 4
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(9,591)Downtown - 5
The Peacock Mediterranean Grill
Price: Very Expensive•Mediterranean•4.7(1,266)Downtown
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Paperboy
Price: Expensive•Breakfast•4.9(241)East Austin - 2
Sammie's Italian
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(1,471)Downtown - 3
Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Domain Northside
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(5,758)Arboretum - 4
Hestia
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(1,922)Downtown - 5
ATX Cocina
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.8(2,673)Downtown
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Emmer & Rye
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.6(3,487)Downtown - 2
Jeffrey's Restaurant
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.9(2,217)Central Austin - 3
Fixe
Price: Expensive•Southern•4.8(3,115)Downtown - 4
Geraldine’s
Price: Moderate•Unspecified•4.7(2,355)Downtown - 5
The Well
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.7(551)Downtown
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- CChrisVIPHawaii •37 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe made a reservation at the bar but when we arrived the seats available were next to the front door. Given that it was 31 degrees out those seats would have been uncomfortable with the door constantly being opened and closed. We asked if we could move and she kindly moved us upstairs. Something very much appreciated. The waiter was personable and provided great service. The food was excellent and not overpriced. All in all a nice night out.More infoRed Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.9
- MMichaelDetroit / Eastern Michigan •2 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoPrice is a bit to high they are other Mexican cusine that are price better such as verdad atx cocinaMore infoComedorPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Downtown•4.7
- ZZachAustin •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoAnother perfect experience at La Condesa. From the vibe, to the food, to the staff..it’s always the best of times. The food is to die for, especially the banana brown sugar ice cream which should be sold by the pint! If you come to Austin and DON’T go to La Condesa.. you will have regrets and regrets lead to resentments. Live your best life and go to La Condesa 💪More infoLa CondesaPrice: Moderate • Mexican• Downtown•4.6
- PPeterNew York City •13 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoExcellent food, especially the steak, and the service was outstanding as well. We had two waiters constantly by our table, and the gentlemen were very nice, attentive and helpful. All in all a very memorable experience. I recommend Perry’s highly.More infoPerry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown AustinPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown•4.6
- DDeannaVIPAustin •3 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe had dinner in zthe Veranda. Happy Hour on a Thursday night was until 6:30pm, so that was nice. My partner and I shared the delicious Oysters Rockefeller. There were only 3 of them but they were huge and filling. Entrée was the Italian Oscar, which was excellent. Service was 10 stars! Excellent teamwork and they made sure I was safe, as I have a severe peanut allergy!More infoDean's Italian SteakhousePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown•4.8
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The best reviewed restaurant in Downtown Austin is BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Arbor Walk
The best vegan restaurants in Downtown Austin are The Well, The Peacock Mediterranean Grill and True Food Kitchen - Austin
The best vegetarian restaurants in Downtown Austin are The Well, Emmer & Rye and The Peacock Mediterranean Grill
The restaurants with the best service in Downtown Austin are Standard Proof Whiskey Co - Cocktail Lounge & Kitchen, BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Arbor Walk and 1417 French Bistro
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Downtown Austin are 1417 French Bistro, Wiggle Room and Estelle's
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