Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Austin

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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Austin

Neighborhoods

AllandaleArboretumAustinBouldin CreekCentral AustinDowntown

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

74 restaurants available nearby

1. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1241)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 133 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.

2. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1501)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 61 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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3. Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin

4.9

Exceptional(1816)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 46 times today

Clark's Oyster Bar in Austin is a favorite spot for birthday celebrations, as mentioned in several reviews. The fresh seafood, especially oysters, and great service make it a standout. The ambiance and cocktails are also highly praised. As one reviewer puts it, 'Fantastic birthday dinner celebration!'.

4. Tiki Tatsu-ya

4.7

Exceptional(49)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Bouldin Creek

Booked 45 times today

You’ve never seen anything like this extravagantly decorated tiki-bar funhouse from TatsuAikawa and the team behind Ramen Tatsu-Ya, Kemuri Tatsu-Ya and dipdipdip Tatsu-Ya.Recently named one of the 40 best bars in Austin by Statesman critic Matthew Odam, TikiTatsu-Ya is disguised by a fake travel company on the outside, but stepping in, you’reimmediately transported to another world. The riotous colors, sound effects and over-the-toptropical cocktails in custom mugs and glasses feel like an island vacation or 21+ Disneyland.Shareable drinks come with fire shows, and even the food far surpasses typical bar fare withmouthwatering dishes like Spam Musubi, Crab Lagoon, Kalua Pork and the Pu Pu Platter, whichshouldn’t be missed. Reservations are recommended.

5. Eberly

4.7

Exceptional(1818)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Bouldin Creek

Booked 48 times today

Forged from an old print shop on South Lamar, Eberly is a thoughtful collection of dining, drinking and thinking spaces. Austin has always been a gathering place for risk takers, creative types and liberated thinkers to connect and feed off each other’s energy and creativity. We’ve distilled that spirit into one distinctively authentic place. Within Eberly you’ll discover a beautiful dining room offering contemporary American cuisine showcasing timeless favorites that incorporate a modern spin, a welcoming study, a rooftop terrace overlooking downtown, and our crown jewel, the historic Cedar Tavern bar of Greenwich Village in New York City. From our artisan kitchen and bakery, Eberly will serve the highest quality fare using bold flavors and perfectly executed preparation with an emphasis on freshness, seasonality and local availability. Everything served out of Eberly’s kitchen will be made from scratch.

6. J Carver's

4.9

Exceptional(2007)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 70 times today

J Carver's Oyster Bar & Chophouse features market fresh oysters & premium wood grilled steaks. Nestled in West 6th District of Downtown Austin, John Carver, Owner and Chef delivers an elevated classic fine dining experience featuring a gorgeous raw & oyster bar and intimate dining experience.In order to honor all reservations booked, we ask that all bookings adhere to our suggested dining time frame. Please contact our reservationist if you have additional questions. Our time frames are as follows2 people - 2 hours3 people - 2 hr 15 minutes4-5 people - 2 hr 30 minutes6-7 people - 2hr 45 minutes8+ people - 3 hoursPlease reach out to our reservationist for private dining.We offer Valet at $12 daily

7. Bar Peached

4.6

Exceptional(1523)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Downtown

Booked 23 times today

Bar Peached is the newest restaurant concept from the team that brought you The Peached Tortilla, the Asian and Southern inspired food truck turned brick and mortar. Located at 1315 W. 6th Street, Bar Peached is a bar focused restaurant concept that features a range of small plates, comfort food shareables, and both small and large format tacos, all with an Asian twist. Beverage Director Kevin Kok's bar menu boasts a variety of draft cocktails and "to order" cocktails, an extensive wine list, and a spectrum of draft, bottled and canned beers. Any cancellations to reservations of 6+ people in less than 24 hour notice will result in a $25 per person cancellation fee.

8. Emmer & Rye

4.6

Exceptional(3526)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 39 times today

Emmer & Rye is a restaurant designed around the farmer’s haul, featuring a menu that changes daily with a focus on seasonal and local cuisine. Heirloom grains are milled fresh for house made pastas, breads, and desserts, whole animal butchery is done on site, and an extensive in house fermentation program captures flavors at their peak and preserves them for the off season.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.2024 Michelin Green Star2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand

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9. The Guest House Austin

4.6

Exceptional(210)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 47 times today

Welcome to The Guest House – A new dining destination in downtown Austin. We are redefining the dining experience, infusing timeless classics with a modern twist. Our restaurant is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual meet-up, business meeting, or a special celebration.

10. Nômade

4.7

Exceptional(508)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Austin

Booked 35 times today

Located in the heart of the South 1st district, Nomade is a Yucatecan kitchen celebrating fresh coastal seafood, artisanal spices from Merida, and wood-fired cooking. From the team behind Lucky Robot, Chef Jay and restaurateur Adam Weisberg share their experiences in the region and hope to transport you to the lush jungles of the Yucatán.Heirloom masa, sustainably caught seafood, and artisanal spices are used to create traditional and contemporary Yucatecan dishes. Our bar features a collection of additive free agave spirits and an Latin inspired wine list. Additionally, we are a 100% gluten-free restaurant, seed oil free, and offer an extensive plant-based menu. #4 best new restaurant in the South by YELPTop 15 restaurants in Austin by Fodors Travel2024 Open Table Diners' Choice Award Winner.

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Meagan
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined today
We celebrated my best friends birthday and had an absolutley beautiful evening. The staff took such great care of us and we were deeply appreciative. I always bring people to Sammie’s when they are in town, truly a gem in Austin 🩷
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Sammie's ItalianPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.8
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Elisa
West Palm Beach •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The atmosphere, service and food were all top notch. You cannot miss out on the short rib hummus 🤤
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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4.8
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ValerieVIP
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A wonderful date night filled with great service and yummy, creative food and drinks! Will definitely be back.
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Tiki Tatsu-yaPrice: Expensive• Polynesian• Bouldin Creek
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4.7
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MelbaVIP
Austin •22 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Seven of us had dinner to celebrate the birthdays of two of us. The service was absolutely outstanding and responsive. Appetizers (mushrooms and crabcakes) were great, and entries delicious. We were able to taste four different wines to determine which bottles of red and white we wanted. When we were cold, a heater was brought in to help. We had requested the garden room, hoping it would be quieter, and it was very nice.
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EberlyPrice: Expensive• American• Bouldin Creek
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4.7
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LizVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 7, 2025
Always love us some Clark’s. Our Austin standby- amazing food, fresh and delicious seafood, great burger!
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Clark's Oyster Bar - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.9

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