wink

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

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1. R

   Ruth VIP

   Austin30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had the mixed salad which was very good but not anything particularly special. The halibut was wonderful! It was crispy on the outside and moist on the inside and the lemon aioli was delicious. Also, we enjoyed a dessert trio which included the creme brulee, the chocolate cake and the lemon meringue. What a treat! The chocolate cake was my favorite. All were very tasty. Our waiter was attentive and friendly. One other thing I really appreciated about the restaurant was the noise level. There was very little noise and we could hear our conversation at the table without having to yell. Very nice!
   

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   MIRIAM VIP

   Austin9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Just as spectacular as always. Whatever you do, do not miss the foie gras.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Austin2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Highly recommend!! Service was outstanding and food and wine were delicious.
   

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   OpenTable Diner VIP

   San Francisco1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 26, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our server Cody was absolutely amazing. He’s a spectacular somm and I can’t wait to come back.
   

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   Domi

   Austin5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 23, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience, romantic ambience, 5-star “make you feel pampered” service and delicious food. We had the 5 course dinner with wine pairings - just the extra special experience and delicious food to celebrate my husband’s birthday! The perfect gift for the foodie who has every tangible gift I could have purchased
   

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   Connee VIP

   Austin37 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 22, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wink never disappoints. Exquisite food, perfect wine pairings, exceptional service all contributing to a delightful evening.
   

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   Beth

   Austin1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 21, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Delicious food, as usual. Thanks to Vincent for his excellent service and wine recommendations!
   

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   Jeremy

   Tampa1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful evening, as always, at Wink. Service was excellent, and server know his stuff - about both the food & the wine pairings. The 5-course is always a 10/10, and there was no exception tonight. We sat in the newly added dining room, which seemed quieter and more intimate than the main dining room. Great experience start to finish.
   

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   Louise

   Austin13 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on February 15, 2025

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   $400 disappointment. We arrived right on time for our reservation on Valentine’s Day. The host, an older gentleman who appeared to be the owner, told us that we would have to wait 20 to 30 minutes. No apology, no offer of a drink on the house. After waiting the 20 to 30 minutes, we were seated. Eager to get past the bizarre reception, we reviewed the drink menus and discussed whether to get the tasting menu or a la carte options. Then, nothing. We were ignored for another 15 minutes. I finally called over what appeared to be the only server in the room and indicated that we had not even been greeted by a server. She acted surprised. She took our drink order, but we were at that point in a sour mood. An expensive fine dining experience is not just about the food but how you are treated. There is a lack of hospitality and graciousness from the staff here. The food was fine, but not extraordinary. Save your money and special occasion for an actual fine dining experience, not Wink.
   

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    Andrew

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Rock solid. Easy to see why wink is foundational to the Austin dining scene.
    

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