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Verbena, Austin, TX

Verbena

4.4
4.4
450 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary Mexican

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for business meals
  • Good for groups
  • Charming
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.

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
  • 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 450 people are saying

Verbena reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Verbena offers an exceptional dining experience in Austin with "great ambiance," "delicious food," and "amazing service." Guests rave about the "unforgettable Mexican cuisine" with standout dishes like the Pulpo Enamorado and Quesadillas de Milpa. The atmosphere is described as "beautiful" and "upscale yet comfortable," making it a must-visit spot for both special occasions and casual outings.
897 Reviews
  1. Tina

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely dinner. Food and cocktails were very good. We had the burrata and the white beans as appetizers. I had the crab pasta and it was delicious. My husband thought the carnitas would be like pulled pork but it looked more like pieces of sausage. The waitress was nice but a bit in a hurry to take our orders. It was very noisy at arrival, but it calmed down a bit throughout the evening. They should invest in some noise reducing panels.

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  2. Mitzi VIP

    Denver4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pretty inside and nice quiet courtyard outside. Coconut Margarita and other drinks were delicious. Service was very prompt and personable. The dumpling and the Hamachi were good starters. The entrees ranged from amazing to not good in this order...Barbacoa, Carnitas, Chili de Paseo ( don't recommend at all, texture of stuffing was gross even though the ingredients sounded very good. ).

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  3. Steven

    Austin6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The service was so slow. Felt it could have been more attentive
    VerbenaResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Steven, Thanks for sharing your experience. While we're glad you enjoyed the food, we’re sorry the service felt slow and not as attentive as it should be. We always aim to provide a great experience, and your feedback helps us improve. We’d love the chance to make it up to you—please reach out if you visit again. We appreciate your support and hope to give you a better experience next time! Best, Paolo Gama

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  4. Mark VIP

    Dallas3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dawn was our server and was wonderful. Great environment in a walkable location.

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  5. Paola

    Chicago8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came to Verbena for brunch again, and as always, the food was incredible. This time, the calabaza cinnamon roll absolutely stole the show—it’s to die for! Paired with a great cup of coffee, it’s the perfect way to start the day. I also had the chilaquiles, which were packed with flavor and just the right amount of spice. Dawn provided excellent service, making our experience even more enjoyable. The weather was perfect for sitting on the patio, and the ambiance was just as wonderful. Verbena is my go-to spot whenever I want to treat myself—great service, delicious food, and a fantastic location. Highly recommend!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Austin2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious dishes, beautiful ambiance, and great prices… It can’t get much better than that! I got the Roasted Chicken and it tasted so nostalgic and rich. I asked and they said it was made-to-order, but it truly tastes like it has been simmering in flavor for hours. I highly recommend!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Servers were nice but our food took a really long time and it was not busy and the food looked nice but it was bland
    VerbenaResponded on March 13, 2025
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're glad to hear that our team provided great service and that you enjoyed the ambiance. We're sorry to hear that the food took longer than expected and that it didn’t meet your flavor expectations. We truly value your input and will work on improving both the speed and seasoning of our dishes. We hope you’ll give us another opportunity to impress you in the future. Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall an excellent experience. Crab pasta dish was very good. Octopus starter was probably best we’ve ever had, melted in your mouth so tender. Yucca fries with short ribs were very good although a little expensive for ribs. Cocktails were good except a little peeved that a regular lime margarita was more expensive than the specials. Would recommend eating there overall.
    VerbenaResponded on March 13, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you had an excellent experience and enjoyed the crab pasta, octopus starter, and yucca fries. We truly appreciate your feedback regarding the margarita pricing, and we’ll take that into consideration. We're grateful for your recommendation and hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  9. Artur

    Chicago23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, great cocktails. We ordered a flatbread but it was a poofy pizza. Short rib was great
    VerbenaResponded on March 13, 2025
    Hi Artur, Thank you for your great feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed the ambiance, cocktails, and short rib. We appreciate your thoughts on the flatbread and will definitely take it into consideration. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Carlos Urioste Food & Beverage Manager Verbena ATX

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  10. Dave VIP

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Short rib special was excellent. Please bring this back.
    VerbenaResponded on March 13, 2025
    Hi Dave, Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad you loved the short rib special. We’ll definitely keep your suggestion in mind and hope to bring it back soon. We look forward to welcoming you again! 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 4.4 stars by 450 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 14 times today
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
  • 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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