The 5 Best Restaurants in Austin

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The 5 Best Restaurants in Austin

Our travel editors hand-pick, rank, and curate the most spectacular restaurants in Austin.

โ€œDiscover our local editors' hand-picked checklist of the absolute finest restaurants in Austin.โ€
Ember Kitchen
#1
4.8 Score
800 W Cesar Chavez St Ste PP110, Austin, TX 78701, USA
$$

Ember Kitchen

A magnificent local favorite, widely celebrated for its exceptional restaurants experiences in Austin.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œRanked #1 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (2614 reviews).โ€

Jeffrey's
#2
4.7 Score
1204 W Lynn St, Austin, TX 78703, USA
$$$$

Jeffrey's

Posh fine-dining icon featuring upscale New American cuisine in a tony setting plus an active bar.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œRanked #2 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (1176 reviews).โ€

Hestia
#3
4.5 Score
607 W 3rd St #105, Austin, TX 78701, USA
$$$$

Hestia

Industrial-style restaurant offering creative wood-fired dishes, plus tasting menus & wine pairings.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œRanked #3 locally with a spectacular 4.5/5 rating on Google Maps (1004 reviews).โ€

Barley Swine
#4
4.7 Score
6555 Burnet Rd #400, Austin, TX 78757, USA
$$$

Barley Swine

Foodie hot spot serving a fixed-price menu with seasonal American small plates & a deep beer list.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œRanked #4 locally with a spectacular 4.7/5 rating on Google Maps (1418 reviews).โ€

Corinne Austin
#5
4.8 Score
304 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
$$

Corinne Austin

Polished eatery with a global menu highlighting brunch, seafood & meat dishes, plus craft cocktails.

Why Our Editors Love It

โ€œRanked #5 locally with a spectacular 4.8/5 rating on Google Maps (6088 reviews).โ€