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1. Suerte
4.9
Exceptional(24)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin
Booked 121 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. Il Brutto
4.5
Awesome(1592)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Austin
Booked 57 times today
Il Brutto is a neighborhood Italian restaurant located in East Austin with an emphasis on classic, multi-regional Italian dishes. The menu features fresh antipasti, daily home-made pastas, and pizzas baked in the restaurant’s Neapolitan wood-burning oven, in addition to house-made gelati, sorbets & desserts. The beverage program highlights an extensive selection of Italian wines from an on-site cellar, as well as local beers and handcrafted cocktails.
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3. Red Ash Italia
4.9
Exceptional(3826)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 103 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.
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4. ATX Cocina
4.9
Exceptional(2625)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • Downtown
Booked 65 times today
ATX Cocina experiments with the boundaries of Mexican cuisine. We have taken traditional Mexican dishes and elevated them with modern approaches and techniques. Corn, the basis of the Mexican cuisine for thousands of years, is also the foundation of our kitchen. We nixtamalize and process our masa in house sourcing it from heirloom varieties of corn grown by small family farms in Mexico.
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5. Juniper
4.7
Exceptional(2649)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Austin
Booked 29 times today
Consistently listed in the top 10 best restaurants in the city by the Austin American-Statesman, Juniper combines locally-sourced, hyper-seasonal Texas ingredients and old world technique, creating comforting yet innovative dishes that connect Northern Italy to Central Texas. Rounding out the offerings are a world-class beverage program and a special 6 course Pre Fixe Menu at $95 per person, which guests can pair with an optional 6 course wine tasting at $65 per person.Located on the 2nd floor of Juniper, our private event space can accommodates groups of all sizes. Perfect for holiday parties, networking events, corporate dinners, luncheons, birthday parties, and weddings. Select the Private Dining below to view additional information.
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6. Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar
4.9
Exceptional(3711)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 70 times today
Perla's offers fresh fish and oysters flown in daily from both coasts with an emphasis on sourcing from the gulf and locations around the world. The bar makes delicious coastal cocktails and the wine list is stocked with fun sparkling, rosé & white wines.Perla's has Austin’s prettiest oak-shaded patio and a comfortable airy dining room featuring a huge saltwater fishtank, poured concrete oyster bar and open kitchen. Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com.
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7. J Carver's
4.9
Exceptional(1894)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 57 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
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8. Dean's Italian Steakhouse
4.8
Exceptional(1289)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 51 times today
Dean's Italian Steakhouse is the perfect spot for special occasions, with reviews noting the 'amazing ambiance', 'outstanding service' and 'delicious food'. Many guests have celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, and even wedding anniversaries at this restaurant, and the staff's ability to make these occasions memorable has been consistently praised. The 'beautiful dining room' and 'upscale dining experience' only add to the restaurant's appeal for special events.
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9. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin
4.7
Exceptional(9475)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 129 times today
Austin is known for its hip, urban core and delicious food, and Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® is the perfect combination of the three, with an upscale flair. Located downtown in the historic Norwood Tower, it’s within walking distance of the Capital Complex and other downtown landmarks. So come enjoy one of our award-winning dishes on the patio or sip a handcrafted cocktail in Bar 79®!
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10. Hestia
4.8
Exceptional(1873)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Downtown
Booked 41 times today
Hestia, named after the Greek goddess of the hearth, is a modern live-fire grill house. Dishes find inspiration from a custom 20-ft hearth which anchors the kitchen and dining room. Our menus offers an opportunity to explore and showcase techniques that highlight the role of fire in food. You may choose to order from our a la carte menu or experience our chef curated tasting menu.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.2024 Michelin One Star

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  • nancyvip
    Las Vegas •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Wonderful evening, with delicious food. Enjoyed the sharesble plates so that we all had a variety of dishes to enjoy.
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    SuertePrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• East Austin
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    4.9
  • Patvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •23 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Traveling for business and 8 of us had a great overall experience at Il Brutto. We sat outside on their large patio and the weather was perfect!!! All 8 of us enjoyed what we ordered and even had desserts!!!!! It was a great night and will be back the next time I'm in Austin!!!!
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    Il BruttoPrice: Expensive• Italian• East Austin
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    4.5
  • Jennifervip
    Austin •93 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Perla’s food and service are always wonderful. Today’s server, Kristen, upped the bar. She was fantastic. It was a gorgeous day, so the deck was packed but we had a relaxed, easier to talk and to “take our time” lunch with an old friend in from out-of-town inside. Insanely yummy oyster po’boy. Love you Perla’s.
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    Perla's Seafood and Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Karivip
    Austin •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The food is out of this world and our server was attentive in the most balanced ways and knew the menu well! Ask for Vincenzo, he’s an amazing server! Its my #1 place to take guests who are in town, but you have to plan ahead!
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    Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Latrice
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    This place was like a hidden gem! Maybe because I never looked into gluten free food options until I had to. But everything was incredible! The location is super cute, they have great mocktails (if you don’t drink) and the food is outstanding! I will definitely be back.
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    ATX CocinaPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• Downtown
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    4.9

Discover best special occasions restaurants in East Austin

Discover the perfect venues for special occasions in East Austin, an area known for its vibrant and eclectic dining scene. Whether you're planning a birthday, anniversary, or any celebratory event, East Austin offers a variety of restaurants that cater to making your special occasions memorable. These establishments are praised for their unique ambiance, exceptional service, and diverse culinary offerings, ensuring an experience that goes beyond just dining. Restaurants in this locale often feature curated dining areas and thoughtful touches like complimentary services, which enhance the celebratory atmosphere. Each venue reflects East Austin's distinctive character, combining urban flair with a warm, welcoming environment. Enjoy the convenience of exploring top-rated restaurants that specialize in creating moments worth celebrating, all situated in the heart of Austin's most dynamic neighborhood. Celebrate your special moments with confidence, knowing that you are experiencing some of the best that Austin has to offer.

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