Restaurants near South Congress and South First in Austin, $40+

A Lenoir

French • South Congress and South First • $40+ •  First Plates 

This glittering space serves “hot weather food,” chef Todd Duplechan’s take on seasonality. The customizable prix fixe offers choices from dishes in four categories: field, sea, land, and dream (dessert, of course).

1807 S. First, 512/215-9778

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B Mattie's

Global Contemporary, Southern/Down-Home • South Congress and South First • $40+

La Corsha Hospitality returns Green Pastures to its former elegance, serving a contemporary Southern menu with global influences.

811 W. Live Oak, 512/444-1888

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C Otoko

Japanese • South Congress and South First • $40+

The tiny, 12-seat restaurant isn't cheap, but the omakase experience from head chef Yoshi Okai is worth the indulgence.

1603 S. Congress, 512/994-0428

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