Restaurants near Gillis Park

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1. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1262)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 186 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. Red Ash Italia

4.9

Exceptional(4113)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 117 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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3. Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

4.9

Exceptional(3780)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 108 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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4. Neighborhood Sushi

4.8

Exceptional(1125)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • South Austin

Booked 69 times today

Located on Austin’s vibrant South Congress Avenue, Neighborhood Sushi serves high quality sushi and Japanese-inspired dishes in a casual and beautiful setting. Happy hour and-a-half will offer food and beverage specials weekdays 3pm - 5pm throughout the entire restaurant. Our front door is on the neighborhood facing side, in the Annie Street parking lot. Look for a black-stained door with a white and wood light-box sign. Our host will be waiting inside to welcome you! ADA accessible entry through the Sake Garden on the Congress sidewalk.

5. Nômade

4.7

Exceptional(519)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • Austin

Booked 53 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.

6. Elizabeth St Cafe

4.8

Exceptional(824)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Asian • Bouldin Creek

Booked 44 times today

Elizabeth Street Café is a neighborhood Vietnamese cafe and French bakery in South Austin opened in December 2011. The little restaurant boasts sunny dining rooms and a shady garden patio and serves fresh breakfast, lunch and dinner as well as takeout.Elizabeth Street Café is known for: great croissants and Stumptown coffee, bánh mì served on house baked baguettes, fresh spring rolls, Kronenberg on tap, steaming bowls of pho, spicy curries, house cocktails, a fun kids menu, and flavorful macarons.Learn more about McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mmlhospitality.com

7. Nido

4.7

Exceptional(1268)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Bouldin Creek

Booked 68 times today

Luxury takes root in the heart of Austin at Nido, bringing the charm of the area together with the culinary techniques of coastal Europe, all perched above Lady Bird Lake and the energetic cityscape. Nido is located on the rooftop of The Loren at Lady Bird Lake - recently named by Conde Nast Traveller and Travel & Leisure Magazine as "one of the hottest hotel openings in the world." Nido nods to the surrounding and native Hill Country, giving diners a one-of-a-kind respite to experience worldly-travel through food. Nido’s selection of carefully crafted, seasonal menus are internationally-inspired with a focus on classical technique.Reservations are available for inside the dining room and the dining tables in the bar. Lounge seating is available on a walk in basis in the bar and on the terrace for drinks and snacks.For more information, please visit https://www.thelorenhotels.com/cuisine/restaurant and follow @Nidoatx on Instagram.

8. Suerte

4.9

Exceptional(130)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • East Austin

Booked 120 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.

9. June's All Day

4.8

Exceptional(1080)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • South Austin

Booked 36 times today

June’s All Day is a little bit of Paris in Austin—a neighborhood cafe and bar offering late breakfast, brunch, and an all day menu late into the evenings, along bustling South Congress Avenue.The bistro-style food menu (think Croque Madame, Steak Tartare & Frites, Grilled Chicken Paillard, & Steak au Poivre) is complemented by a frequently changing wine & bar program including unique bottles and classic cocktails The restaurant has a wraparound patio (open year round) and is ideal for people watching and hanging with your friends.

10. Vespaio Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1788)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 30 times today

Vespaio Restaurant is one of the original South Congress eateries and remains one of Austin's favorite Italian go-to's among locals and visitors. This casual dinner venue is a popular choice for date nights or evenings out with friends, seating every day at 5pm. The interior of Vespaio Restaurant is decorated with ceiling tiles, ceiling plans, vintage pendant lighting, classic table seating, a plethora of wine racks and vibrant accent walls.In addition to a full bar menu, Vespaio Restaurant offers a lengthy selection of mouth-watering and flavorful authentic Italian dishes. Menu items include carpaccio, mixed seafood stew, lasagna, mussels, calamari, spaghetti carbonara, chocolate hazelnut cake, panna cotta and green pasta with shrimp. Everything on the menu is sourced locally and prepared in-house, including the pasta, bread and pastries.

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Samara
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Second time here at Aba, and it was just as wonderful as the first! Sandra was our server and she took fantastic care of us. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. All the food is amazing, but highly recommend the sweet potato spread! The entire restaurant is beautiful, but I love sitting outside here.
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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4.8
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LindaH
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a great time at Perla’s. Food was delicious! Thank you Gabby, our server, for taking such great care of us!
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Perla's Seafood and Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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4.9
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MichaelVIP
Houston •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing experience as always. Nick was wonderful. I also appreciate being sat at my preferred table.
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NidoPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Bouldin Creek
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4.7
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Anna
Austin •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Definitely my favorite sushi spot in Austin! Food is always so good, and the service is outstanding!
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Neighborhood SushiPrice: Expensive• Sushi• South Austin
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4.8
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IngridD
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing experience good quality of the food and attention 👌
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Red Ash ItaliaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.9

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