Caroline

4.5

1134 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Nov 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 42 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for groups
Lively
Great for brunch

Our all-day spot is perfect for homemade breakfast, lunch, dinner and to-go options. Located in the buzzing Austin's central district, Caroline Restaurant is a great place to jump start your day or enjoy a late afternoon glass of wine, curated cocktail, and full dinner menu. With a focus on regional cuisines our neighborhood restaurant has recreated classic dishes to make them healthful but delicious.

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 982-6766
Website
http://www.carolinerestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Ron Mays
Private party facilities
Whatever the occasion, Caroline is the ultimate Private Dining destination and meeting place for those who live, work, and play in downtown Austin.
Private party contact
Event Sales Coordinator : (210) 895-7165

Location
621 Congress Ave, Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Congress Ave
Parking details
Valet Parking located on 7th Street.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Thanksgiving at Caroline
Nov 28, 2024 only
Join us at Caroline Restaurant this Thanksgiving for a full day of delicious offerings! Start your morning with breakfast from 7 AM to 11 AM, then indulge in our special Thanksgiving menu from 11 AM until closing. Plus, with every Thanksgiving meal, you'll get a complimentary to-go pack of leftovers—so you can enjoy the holiday flavors a second time! Don't miss out on our freshly baked 8" pies, available in Pumpkin, Pecan, and Apple for just $20. Pick up your pie starting at 6 AM (while supplies last) or enjoy one as a dessert when dining in!
Sunday Self Care-oline
Multiple dates available
Sunday Funday is out and Sunday Self Care-oline is in 😉 Join us every Sunday from 4pm to close, and enjoy our healthy dining options from our Green Goddess Salad, The Caroline, fresh pressed juices and so much more! 🥗
Christmas at Caroline
Dec 25, 2024 only
Celebrate the season with a festive dining experience at Caroline in the heart of Austin. We're serving our hearty breakfast from 7am-11am. Starting at 11am, we’ll serve a special menu designed to bring holiday cheer to your table. Begin with our flavorful Jumbo Lump Crab Cake paired with remoulade. For your main course, choose between the creamy Wild Mushroom Risotto or the perfectly prepared Prime Rib, served with creamed spinach, maple-glazed carrots, au jus, and horseradish cream. End the meal on a sweet note with our decadent Bread Pudding, topped with bourbon caramel and vanilla ice cream.

Offers

Caroline Happy Hour ✨
Multiple dates available
Mon - Thu - 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
🤑 We love a HH just as much as you do. Explore one of the finest happy hours in Downtown Austin at Caroline, Monday - Friday from 3-6pm. $7 select cocktails and wines, $4 canned beers, and 1/2 off select appetizers. Available on our patio or in the bar!
Moët Mondays
Jul 11, 2024 - Dec 30, 2024
Mon - Thu - 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Monday blues? Not to worry! Unwind with special discounts on Moët by the glass and bottle on Mondays! Enjoy a glass for $18 and a bottle for $72.
Uncorked Thursdays
Jul 11, 2024 - Dec 26, 2024
Mon - Thu - 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM, 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Indulge in half-priced select bottles of wine every Thursday!

Popular dishes

SOCO Margarita$14.00
SOCO MARGARITA espolon blanco tequila, 21 seeds jalapeno tequila, citrus liqueur, cucumber, cilantro mist
Paramount Paloma$15.00
teremana blanco, passion fruit, grapefruit infused soda, lime
Apricot Spritz$14.00
brush creek gin, aperol, giffard apricot, strawberry, bubbles
Mr Boulevardier$14.00
howler head banana bourbon, strawberry incused campari, cocchi di torino, fugit creme de banane
Last Word on 7th$16.00
dos hombres mezcal, luxardo marashino, green chartreuse, lime
Mules on the Green$14.00
strawberry infused brush creek vodka, honey, lime, ginger
Fall Spiced Old Fashioned$16.00
elijah craig bourbon, pumpkin spiced maple syrup, black walnut bitters
Changing the Seasons$16.00
high west double rye, italian amaro, warm seasonal spices
caroline Espresso Martini$16.00
tito's, luxardo coffee liqueur, frangelico, cold brew, vanilla demerara

Zero Proof

Strawberry & Apple$9.00
strawberry oleo, apple, lime, lemon, non-alcoholic bubbles
Melon-A-Go-Go$9.00
Texas summer watermelon, lime, ginger

Beer

Draft

Austin Beerworks Pearl Snap Pils$8.00
701 Sun Session IPA$8.00

Bottle

Coors Light$8.00
Shiner Bock$8.00

Can

Live Oak Big Bark Amber$8.00
Live Oak Hefeweizen$8.00
Austin Beerworks Fire Eagle IPA$8.00
Austin Beerworks Peacemaker All-Day Ale$8.00
Lone Star (Tallboy)$7.00
Modelo Especial (Tallboy)$8.00
Austin Eastciders Original Dry Cider$8.00
Austin Beerworks Blood Orange IPA$8.00

Featured Vineyards

Sparkling

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma, CA, NV, Brut$14.00
Mumm Napa, Napa Valley, CA, NV, Brut Rose$13.00
Lallier, Brut Serie R. 019, Ay, France, Champange$110.00

Rose

Mr. Pink, Columbia Valley, Rose$12.00
Studio by Miraval, Cotes de Provence, Rose$15.00

White

Ponzi, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot Gris$13.00
Pewsey Vale, Eden Valley, Australia, Dry Riesling$13.00
Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, Chardonnay$12.00
Stag's Leap, California, Chardonnay$15.00
CL Buraud 'Frenchy', Texas White$13.00
Daou, Paso Robles, CA, Sauvignon Blanc$14.00
Four Graces, Dundee Hills, OR, Pinot Blanc$13.00

Red

Au Bon Climat, Santa Barbara, CA, Pinot Noir$15.00
Cloudline, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot Noir$14.00
Tablas Creek, Paso Robles, CA, Rhone Blend$15.00
Clendenen Family, Santa Maria, CA, Gamay$20.00
Becker Vineyards, Texas, Malbec$13.00
Boomtown, Colombia Valley, Merlot$13.00
Banshee, California, Mordecai Red Blend$14.00
Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, Cabernet Sauvignon$12.00
Benziger, Sonoma, CA, Cabernet Sauvignon$15.00
Neyers, Borden Ranch, CA, Zinfandel$15.00
FEL, Savoy Vineyard, Anderson Valley, OR, Pinot Noir 2017$120.00
Justin, California, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018$95.00
Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley, CA, Cabernet Sauvignon 2016$130.00

What 1,134 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.4Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Caroline is a vibrant spot in downtown Austin, praised for its "delicious" food and "attentive" service. Guests love the lively atmosphere and diverse menu, featuring standout dishes like chicken schnitzel and lobster bucatini. The outdoor patio is a favorite, and it's conveniently located near the Paramount Theater.

1,134 Reviews

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Jim
Charleston
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
The staff here doesn’t appear to be aspiring to make any “best of” lists in Austin. Overall very average for the price point.
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Mike
Austin
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
The staff had read my request to be seated against a wall rather than in the middle of the restaurant due to my hearing problems. That was very appreciated. After we were seated, there was some issue with the waitstaff assignment, and we were completely ignored for over 10 minutes. Kyle, one of the hosts, noticed the issue and effectively waited our table for the evening. While our assigned waitress came by and apologized, she never provided any service. Kyle continued to see to our needs, and I handed him our tip in cash as we left. The food is great, the noise level in the main part of the downstairs restaurant is pretty loud. But, we were able to have a great evening thanks to their consideration of my hearing. This was my second visit, and we'll be back. Give Kyle a raise. He's observant, smart, and service oriented. BTW, we were there before attending a show at the Paramount, and they offer a discount to ticket holders! Check them out. We'll be back.
CarolineResponded 2 days ago
Hi Mike! Thank you so much for your kind review. Kyle is one of our best and we will be sure to share this review with him! I do apologize for the gap in service but hearing that Kyle salvaged your evening is wonderful. We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Please come visit again soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager
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Farrah
Austin
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Never got our food. Probably never put in the order!!
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Kimberlee
Detroit
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The breakfast was great, would love to try dinner.
CarolineResponded 2 days ago
Hi! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Please come visit again soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager
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Sheila
Austin
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Arrived 30 minutes before my reservation so I hung out at the bar. The bartender gave me water and asked if I needed anything. She was lovely. The check in host helped me locate a restroom and was very helpful when my friend arrived and I was not where I told her I would be. Our waitress was FANTASTIC and even the professional he brought us our food was so jovial. I hope to eat again at caroline very soon!!
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Adam
Seattle
9 reviews
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Service was terrible. Food came to us out of order and entrees were brought out twice before we finished our starters. Wait staff was inattentive and didn’t seem to care about our experience. Food was average.
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Simone
Alabama
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service and location were great. Unfortunately, the main course dishes were dry and bland (Miso Salmon dish and Lobster with pasta dish).
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Jim
San Francisco
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dawn was fantastic!! The schnitzel and Barada were amazing! The Caroline salad was disappointing very few apples and blueberries and goodies in it. Otherwise fantastic experience.
CarolineResponded on November 17, 2024
Hi! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Its great ot hear Dawn provided excellent service. It sound like we missed the mark with your salad course. We would love to have a chance to wow you in the future. We hope you will return soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager
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Mark
Austin
45 reviews
vip
3.0
45 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The food was very good. Unfortunately, the experience was marred by poor service. We waited at least 10 minutes for the server to bring water. Then, she left without even taking drink orders. Entrees took about an hour from when we arrived, and our salads were never served. The restaurant wasn't that busy, so we had no idea why the service was so poor. Not worth another try.
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Mindy
Austin
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Met friends before an event downtown. Great service and food was amazing. Highly recommend.
CarolineResponded on November 9, 2024
Hi Mindy! We are so happy to hear you had a great experience with us. Please come visit again soon! Cheers, Wes Brown Caroline Restaurant Manager
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FAQs

Caroline offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 982-6766.

Caroline is rated 4.5 stars by 1134 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 42 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

621 Congress Ave, Suite 101, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

Cross street
Congress Ave
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 7:00 am–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–12:00 am Sun 7:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet Parking located on 7th Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ron Mays
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.carolinerestaurant.com/
Phone number
(512) 982-6766
Private party facilities
Whatever the occasion, Caroline is the ultimate Private Dining destination and meeting place for those who live, work, and play in downtown Austin.
Private party contact
Event Sales Coordinator : (210) 895-7165

Caroline

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Thanksgiving at Caroline

Sunday Self Care-oline

Christmas at Caroline

Caroline Happy Hour ✨

Moët Mondays

Uncorked Thursdays

Chicken Schnitzel

Miso Glazed Salmon

Mahi Tacos

Craft Cocktails

SOCO Margarita$14.00

Paramount Paloma$15.00

Apricot Spritz$14.00

Mr Boulevardier$14.00

Last Word on 7th$16.00

Mules on the Green$14.00

Fall Spiced Old Fashioned$16.00

Changing the Seasons$16.00

caroline Espresso Martini$16.00

Zero Proof

Strawberry & Apple$9.00

Melon-A-Go-Go$9.00

Beer

Draft

Austin Beerworks Pearl Snap Pils$8.00

701 Sun Session IPA$8.00

Bottle

Coors Light$8.00

Shiner Bock$8.00

Can

Live Oak Big Bark Amber$8.00

Live Oak Hefeweizen$8.00

Austin Beerworks Fire Eagle IPA$8.00

Austin Beerworks Peacemaker All-Day Ale$8.00

Lone Star (Tallboy)$7.00

Modelo Especial (Tallboy)$8.00

Austin Eastciders Original Dry Cider$8.00

Austin Beerworks Blood Orange IPA$8.00

Featured Vineyards

Sparkling

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma, CA, NV, Brut$14.00

Mumm Napa, Napa Valley, CA, NV, Brut Rose$13.00

Lallier, Brut Serie R. 019, Ay, France, Champange$110.00

Rose

Mr. Pink, Columbia Valley, Rose$12.00

Studio by Miraval, Cotes de Provence, Rose$15.00

White

Ponzi, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot Gris$13.00

Pewsey Vale, Eden Valley, Australia, Dry Riesling$13.00

Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, Chardonnay$12.00

Stag's Leap, California, Chardonnay$15.00

CL Buraud 'Frenchy', Texas White$13.00

Daou, Paso Robles, CA, Sauvignon Blanc$14.00

Four Graces, Dundee Hills, OR, Pinot Blanc$13.00

Red

Au Bon Climat, Santa Barbara, CA, Pinot Noir$15.00

Cloudline, Willamette Valley, OR, Pinot Noir$14.00

Tablas Creek, Paso Robles, CA, Rhone Blend$15.00

Clendenen Family, Santa Maria, CA, Gamay$20.00

Becker Vineyards, Texas, Malbec$13.00

Boomtown, Colombia Valley, Merlot$13.00

Banshee, California, Mordecai Red Blend$14.00

Drumheller, Columbia Valley, WA, Cabernet Sauvignon$12.00

Benziger, Sonoma, CA, Cabernet Sauvignon$15.00

Neyers, Borden Ranch, CA, Zinfandel$15.00

FEL, Savoy Vineyard, Anderson Valley, OR, Pinot Noir 2017$120.00

Justin, California, Cabernet Sauvignon 2018$95.00

Chateau Montelena, Napa Valley, CA, Cabernet Sauvignon 2016$130.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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