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1. Suerte

4.8

Exceptional(894)

$$$$

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 102 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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2. Canje

4.8

Exceptional(2993)

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• Caribbean • East Austin

Booked 72 times today

Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean cuisine restaurant brought you by Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph of E&R Hospitality Group. Named after the Canje pheasant, national bird of Guyana, Canje pulls inspiration not just from mainland Guyana, but from Jamaica to Puerto Rico, and all the islands in between. Our menu explores the cooking techniques, ingredients, and many expressions of vibrant food across the region.Tucked away on the east side of Austin, this lively environment brings a unique cocktail program boasting both spirit forward and fruit driven cocktails and a small selection of natural wines alongside our inventive food menu.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For parties over 7, please email us at info@canjeatx.com

3. Space Cowboy

4.7

Exceptional(435)

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• American • East Austin

Booked 22 times today

Modern kitchen redefining expectations by blending innovative service with elevated dining. Serving globally inspired, made from scratch plates and cocktails.Our journey began with a simple idea: to venture into uncharted territory, blending robotics with elevated dining to push the boundaries of what a dining experience can be. Our menu is crafted around a spirit of breaking boundaries since, in space, there are no bounds. Each dish and cocktail is an invitation to taste something unexpected—a fusion of cultures, and styles that feels both familiar and surprising.While our playful robot servers glide by, delivering your food and drinks with a wink toward the future, Space Cowboy is deeply human at heart. Our team is a collection of creators who infuse their own stories and passions into every sip and bite.

4. Il Brutto

4.5

Awesome(1870)

$$$$

• Italian • East Austin

Booked 22 times today

Located on vibrant East 6th Street in Austin, Il Brutto is a modern Italian restaurant known for its house-made pasta, wood-fired dishes, and lively atmosphere. Blending classic Italian flavors with contemporary style, Il Brutto offers an elevated dining experience featuring seasonal ingredients, handcrafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list. Guests can enjoy brunch, happy hour, dinner, and private events in a stylish indoor-outdoor setting in the heart of East Austin. With its warm hospitality, energetic ambiance, and chef-driven menu, Il Brutto has become one of Austin's premier destinations for Italian dining and nightlife.

5. Kalimotxo

4.6

Exceptional(431)

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• Tapas / Small Plates • East Austin

Booked 3 times today

Kalimotxo is a Spanish restaurant and cocktail bar from the Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group. Kalimotxo celebrates the vibrant small plates culture of Spain, from Basque style pintxos to tapas from Andalusia. Enjoy all of these dishes with crushable cocktails, a curated Spanish wine list, and flowing porrones from our 2026 James Beard Nominated Bar Program. We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For parties over 9, please email us at info@kalimotxoatx.com

6. APT 115

4.9

Exceptional(60)

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• Contemporary American • East Austin

Booked 7 times today

APT 115 is a Michelin Recommended, restaurant, wine bar, and wine shop. Offering a seasonal tasting menu and a la carte dinner menu created and executed by Chef Joshua van den Berg. Our classic wine list is comprised of mostly small production and low intervention wine, with thoughtful selections from around the world. We only play vinyl records, and look forward to your visit.

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7. Via 313 - East Side

4.9

Exceptional(5)

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• Pizzeria • East Austin

Booked 1 time today

We proudly serve Austin genuine Detroit Style Pizza out of our customized pizza trailers and from our brick-and-mortar location. Our dough is prepared daily using the finest flours and classic baking techniques. We take great pride in the quality of our cheeses and meats and continue to work to source as much of it as possible from local farmers and butchers.

8. CAMPO

3.0

Good(13)

$$$$

• Mexican • East Austin

Rooted in the bold flavors of Mexico, Campo delivers elevated Mexican cuisine with contemporary technique, premium ingredients, and a playful edge. Campo is the place where you start with tequila and mezcal-forward cocktails and inventive dishes. Stylish but approachable, elevated without pretense—Campo reflects the dynamic rhythm of modern Mexico inserted into the creative spirit of East Austin.

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9. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(5496)

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• Italian • Downtown

Booked 135 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.

10. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(2203)

$$$$

• Mediterranean • South Congress

Booked 185 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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Michael
1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Came here for our an Anniversary Brunch and it was amazing. The staff were accommodating and helped to make it a memorable event. They even gave us a card signed by some of the staff along with complimentary pastry. The food was as advertised and extremely tasty. We look forward to coming back again.
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Suerte$$$$• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
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4.8
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SarahGold
Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Tremendous! One of the best meals we have had in a long time!
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Canje$$$$• Caribbean• East Austin
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4.8
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Richard
Exclusive •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fantastic food, service, and wine selection. Especially love the Wednesday 1/2 price wine.
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Il Brutto$$$$• Italian• East Austin
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4.5
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Daniel
Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Super cool atmosphere, simple delicious menu, and excellent service.
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Space Cowboy$$$$• American• East Austin
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4.7
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MichaelGold
Austin •314 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 30, 2026
A very nice place for sharable Spanish tapas and pinchos at a reasonable price. As a party of 8, we tried numerous dishes and found them all to be excellent albeit some what small for sharing. Patatas Bravas, calamari, croquetas, and Basque cheesecake were amazing. Nice atmosphere, comfortable seating and wonderfully friendly and efficient staff. Manager, Alex, stopped by and is a great conversationist. My wife is from Spain and we visit there every year and really enjoyed this dining experience.
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Kalimotxo$$$$• Tapas / Small Plates• East Austin
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4.6

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2. Canje

3. Space Cowboy

4. Il Brutto

5. Kalimotxo

6. APT 115

7. Via 313 - East Side

8. CAMPO

9. Red Ash Italia

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