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Verbena, Austin, TX

Verbena

4.5
4.5
440 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Verbena is a restaurant and bar located in the heart of West 6th Street occupying the street side ground level of the award-winning Canopy by Hilton Hotel. The venue is comprised of a 36-seat bar and lounge, a 60-seat dining room with open kitchen, and wood-burning hearth, both which open to a lush open-air courtyard. Journey through Chef Paolo's gastronomic narrative where he pays homage to his contemporary Mexican roots. His menu is highly influenced with essences of French techniques and contains stories and flavors he's discovered throughout his travels. It is truly a memorable dining experience. Come grab a coffee and freshly baked pastry on your way to work or spend a Sunday morning over a bountiful brunch. Meet a friend for a vibrant patio lunch or gather with co-workers for drinks and dinner. You’re always welcome at Verbena.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 991-3019
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Paolo Gama
  • Catering
    We offer many different types of catering menus and options to choose from. For Corporate Office Catering, please contact: Arnoldo.Rodriguez2@Hilton.com; Amanda.Tijerina2@Hilton.com
  • Private party facilities
    Perfect for business or personal occasions. Private venues include Level 2 pool deck and Pool Bar for corporate events (50-120 people) and Verbena restaurant and courtyard for buyouts (up to 60 indoors, 162 standing). Contact events team for details: Amanda.Tijerina2@Hilton.com
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Nueces Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 440 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Contemporary Mexican

  • Austin

    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

  • Austin

    Contemporary Mexican

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    Most Booked 1000-Point Tables

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Verbena offers a vibrant dining experience with a creative menu by Chef Paolo Gama, celebrated for "amazing and innovative" dishes. With a "beautiful atmosphere" and "excellent service," highlights include the "incredible" Pulpo Enamorado and a memorable brunch featuring "delicious" breakfast tacos and cinnamon rolls. A must-visit in Austin!

887 Reviews
  1. Scott

    VIP

    Charlotte

    26 reviews

    4.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks! The Rabbit feature was the star dish of the night :)
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Scott, Thank you so much for the kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and especially the Rabbit feature – it’s definitely a standout dish! We strive to create memorable experiences for all our guests, and it’s wonderful to know we hit the mark during your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more great meals and cocktails! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  2. Keaton

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent lunch option. The burger and BLT are EXCELLENT!
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Keaton, Thank you for the amazing review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the burger and BLT – they’re definitely crowd favorites! We look forward to having you back for another great lunch soon. Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  3. Kanai

    Chicago

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    I don't know if they were short staffed or not, but the food took a very very long time to come and there were very few people around so we couldn't ask them a lot. I don't think it was worth the money.
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Kanai, Thank you for your feedback, and for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re sorry to hear that the timing of your meal and service were not up to standard, especially when the restaurant was less busy. We strive to provide a great experience for every guest, and it sounds like we missed the mark during your visit. Your comment about the value is also noted, and we’ll work to ensure that our offerings meet expectations. We hope you’ll give us another opportunity to impress you on your next visit, and if there’s anything specific we can do to improve, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  4. Antonio

    Dublin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The place is nice and the service was good. The food was ok, but some of the dishes were a bit too much in terms of mixing different ingredients and flavors together and resulted in being very heavy. One of them was with fish and mussels but the sauce they were in was basically covering all the taste, same for the venison dish. The Pinot grigio wine did not taste great, we had a glass each, felt like it had been opened for a few days. Also at that price I would expect them to pour it at the table in proper glasses. We both got out of there feeling bloated although we only had an entrée and one glass of wine each and had a hard time digesting all of that. I do not think it is worth the value and I believe the dishes were too crowded in terms of ingredients.
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Antonio, Thank you for your detailed feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the service and the atmosphere of our restaurant. We’re sorry that the food didn’t meet your expectations, particularly with the balance of flavors and the wine experience. We take your comments seriously and will review both the dish compositions and wine service to ensure improvements. We appreciate your insights and hope you’ll consider giving us another chance to provide a better experience in the future. Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  5. Brian

    Austin

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. Atmosphere was great. Drinks were great. Our server not so much. She wasn’t super attentive which isn’t that big of deal to us. The issue is it was my wife’s birthday which I notated on the reservation. There were gifts in the table so pretty obvious. I wasn’t expecting a free desert or anything but we were never even offered desert. She brought us the bill and we didn’t see her for a good while. By the time she came to collect we were out of time. It would have been nice for her to acknowledge it was her birthday. We will be back, just would request a different server.
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Brian, Thank you for your feedback, and for sharing your experience with us. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food, drinks, and ambiance! However, we’re sorry to hear that the service didn’t meet expectations, especially on such a special occasion. We sincerely apologize for not acknowledging your wife’s birthday and for the lack of attentiveness from your server. This is certainly not the experience we aim to provide. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back. We’ll ensure to provide a better experience on your next visit, and we’ll take your comments into account for improvement. Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  6. Stacey

    Edmonton

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food, service was amazing, my coconut margarita was insanely delicious, and the ambiance was perfect.
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Stacey, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved the food, service, and the coconut margarita – it’s definitely a favorite! We’re also glad the ambiance hit the mark for your experience. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another amazing visit! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  7. Eowyn

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time at Verbena for my husband birthday! The food was fantastic, services spot on and atmosphere upscale but comfortable. I highly recommend!
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Eowyn, Thank you for the wonderful review, and for choosing us to celebrate your husband’s birthday! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, service, and atmosphere. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back for more great experiences! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  8. Sivasankar

    Calgary

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chile de paso was phenomenal. Impeccable presentation, great taste, and extremely filling! Will definitely come back.
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Sivasankar, Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so glad to hear you loved the chile de paso and that Dawn provided great service. It’s always wonderful to know that our guests had a memorable experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great meal! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  9. Michael

    Denver

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best brunch we had in Austin! Loved the breakfast tacos, the pulled pork, eggs, poblano dish, and the pumpkin cinnamon roll!
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Michael, Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear you had the best brunch in Austin and enjoyed the breakfast tacos, pulled pork, eggs, poblano dish, and pumpkin cinnamon roll – all delicious choices! We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing meals soon! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  10. Hirva

    Houston

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. I wish the chilliquelles had chips in thiem.
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Hirva, Thank you for the great review! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and service. As for the chilaquiles, we do actually include chips, though they may seem less noticeable due to the guajillo sauce soaking into them. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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FAQs

Verbena offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 991-3019.

Verbena is rated 4.5 stars by 440 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 p.m.
Booked 14 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Verbena

612 W 6th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Nueces Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Mexican, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paolo Gama
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (512) 991-3019
  • Catering
    We offer many different types of catering menus and options to choose from. For Corporate Office Catering, please contact: Arnoldo.Rodriguez2@Hilton.com; Amanda.Tijerina2@Hilton.com
  • Private party facilities
    Perfect for business or personal occasions. Private venues include Level 2 pool deck and Pool Bar for corporate events (50-120 people) and Verbena restaurant and courtyard for buyouts (up to 60 indoors, 162 standing). Contact events team for details: Amanda.Tijerina2@Hilton.com
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