Best Fun Restaurants in Old West Austin

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1. Sushi Endo

4.9

Exceptional(75)

Price: Very Expensive

• Creative Japanese • Old West Austin

Booked 7 times today

For only $150 a seat for a limited time, experience the exquisite craftsmanship of Chef Endo Yasuhiro's 20-course omakase at our establishment, a collaboration with the renowned Sushi Nakazawa of Washington D.C. and New York City fame. Indulge in a culinary journey meticulously curated by Chef Endo, showcasing the finest ingredients and traditional techniques.Enhancing your dining experience, our custom bar features an impressive selection of rare Japanese whiskies, top-rated sake, and artisanal beers sourced from both local and Japanese breweries. Immerse yourself in the rich flavors and cultural heritage of Japan as you savor each sip and bite.To further entice your palate, please note that our menu changes daily, ensuring that you experience the freshest and most seasonal offerings handpicked by Chef Endo himself. Join us and embark on a culinary adventure like no other.

2. Hopfields

4.8

Exceptional(300)

Price: Expensive

• French • Midtown

Booked 8 times today

Hopfields specializes in French-fusion locally focused cuisine, 40 tap craft beer wall, a thoughtfully curated wine list and full bar. Boasting a warm inviting atmosphere with cozy nooks to venture into. Often praised for it's elevated but approachable style. The scratch-made menu offers food ranging from upscale specials, a finger-food bar menu, traditional-fusion French comforts and our Pascal Burger that has won Best Burger in Austin 6 years in a row.Hopfields has tableside service reservable for dinner in our dining room and patio, as well as a walk-in bar service, so you can customize the experience you want and always find a seat. Our lunch is a bar-service style that features traditional French sandwiches, salads and snacks. Brunch has a special menu reservable for tableside service or casual bar-style service; all in a 'not your average too-busy-to-book restaurant' setting. A few brunch classics, but many twists that make the menu scrumptious for everyone.

3. Edge Rooftop Bar

4.5

Awesome(536)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 17 times today

Edge Rooftop Bar is a fun spot for its wonderful ambiance and views of downtown Austin. Reviews rave about the delicious food, tasty cocktails, and excellent service. It's a place to enjoy intimate conversations, have a great time with friends, and enjoy a world-class experience. The chill vibe and beautiful views make it a favorite rooftop location.

4. Aba - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1180)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Austin

Booked 185 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.

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5. Jeffrey's Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(2197)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Central Austin

Booked 52 times today

Jeffrey's Restaurant & Bar has been an Austin fine dining institution since 1975. In 2012 the restaurant closed for a major renovation and was reopened by McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality. The legendary restaurant, nestled in the Clarksville neighborhood just west of downtown, features a lively bar and three distinct dining rooms. The menus, from executive chef Mark McCain, features dry-aged prime steaks, updated classic fine dining, and locally sourced produce. The award-winning wine list, one of the largest and most diverse in Texas, features highly-sought after vintages from Old and New World producers. Private dining in the Napoleon Room and The Apartment is available for special events. Valet service is offered.The charming neighborhood location, old world service & multiple private dining options make Jeffrey's a true Austin gem. Jeffrey's was named “Top 10 Best New Restaurants” in the country by Bon Appetit magazine in 2013.

6. Uchiko Austin

4.8

Exceptional(6051)

Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Central Austin

Booked 38 times today

Uchiko Austin is a fun restaurant because it offers an exceptional dining experience. Reviewers rave about the incredible food and attentive service. The ambiance is praised for being sweet and fabulous, making it a favorite sushi spot to visit on repeat. It's also a great place for celebration with a unique and varied menu. As one reviewer said, 'Everything we ate was AMAZING!' So, if you're looking for a fun, enjoyable evening with outstanding food and service, Uchiko Austin is your place!

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7. Honey Moon Spirit Lounge

4.8

Exceptional(290)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Central Austin

Booked 23 times today

Honey Moon Spirit Lounge is a vintage-chic restaurant/speakeasy with a well curated menu of elevated comfort food and modern American share plates. The menu includes a craft cocktail list emphasizing fresh juices and classic ingredients, and an extensive and diverse wine list featuring varietals from around the world with a selection of beers and ciders, and a tap of local craft brews.

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8. Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

4.8

Exceptional(3735)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 96 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.

9. Sammie's Italian

4.8

Exceptional(1448)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 89 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.

10. Powder Room

4.5

Awesome(126)

Price: Expensive

• Speakeasy • Downtown

Booked 30 times today

Step into the secret world of Powder Room, an intimate cocktail lounge that exudes timeless energy. Here, guests are invited to indulge in crafted cocktails in the warmth of an intimate living room setting.Powder Room caters to individuals in search of refined experiences. Elevate your evenings with table-side mixology, complemented by the rhythmic melodies of live music and artistic performances that embody the essence of this hidden gem.

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daniel
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Always a delight when in Austin! Can’t make any wrong choices when it comes to the menu. Service is outstanding and the flow of this gem runs like a triple Michelin rate establishment.
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Jeffrey's RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• American• Central Austin
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4.9
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Allyson
Austin •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Great dinner reservation for outside. Had 2 heaters so it was perfect and not cold! Enjoyed the service and the food!
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Aba - AustinPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• East Austin
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4.8
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Karina
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was a really nice experience. Love the place, love the atmosphere and drinks are good. Affordable price! Server were a little too much everywhere and no really paying attention to us.
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Edge Rooftop BarPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Downtown
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4.5
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MichaelVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •12 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
I like this place and staff was great too, but my steak and frites came out both cold, barely warm. It was still tasty though but not what I expected for the cost. I really didn’t have time to send it back just pushed through cold meat and frites lol
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HopfieldsPrice: Expensive• French• Midtown
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4.8
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TristanVIP
Austin •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
As usual the meal was phenomenal from start to finish. The drinks were on point, and the food was top notch. As someone who has traveled to Japan on 4-5 different occasions, this meal is as good as it gets.
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Sushi EndoPrice: Very Expensive• Creative Japanese• Old West Austin
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4.9

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202 restaurants available nearby

1. Sushi Endo

2. Hopfields

3. Edge Rooftop Bar

4. Aba - Austin

5. Jeffrey's Restaurant

6. Uchiko Austin

7. Honey Moon Spirit Lounge

8. Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

9. Sammie's Italian

10. Powder Room

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