Austin Restaurants for Special Occasions

Want some ambience to go with your food? No problem.

"...exceptional experience. In short: serious vibes. Here are 20-plus restaurants serving up a memorable night out...."

June 14, 2022 Food Post

20 Special Occasion Restaurants

We pick our favorite spots for a night out

"...dream job and are ready to splurge on some upscale eats? Check out some of these posh Austin options...."

Nov. 30, 2018 Food Post by The Food Staff

Why Are Some of Austin's Smartest Restaurants Heading Toward Dripping Springs?

The Switch, Pieous, and the League look west

"...opening of Belterra Village, an outdoor mall with an upscale Sky Cinemas complex, a ubiquitous Torchy's, and three new..."

Aug. 10, 2018 Food Feature by Tom Thornton

How Austin Restaurants Are Leading the Trump Era Resistance

Economically culture-jamming the new administration

"...Planned Parenthood, the ACLU, and the SPLC. While Austin restaurants have long embraced the art of the fundraising dinner,..."

Feb. 10, 2017 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

7 Central Texas Destination Restaurants Worth the Trip

Travel guide-worthy dining and tucked-away spots near Austin

"...could tackle. With a long list of travel guide-worthy restaurants and tucked-away road trip spots located only an hour..."

May 17, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

40 Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Check off all your food goals without leaving the city center

"...and carefully crafted menu mixing local and Latin flavors. UPSCALE TABLE FOR TWO..."

March 15, 2019 Food Feature by Jessika Roth

50+ Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Want a bite close to the action? We've got you covered for any mood, group, or time of day.

"...the time to spend big dollars at our local restaurants in the heart of Austin. These excellent eateries ought..."

March 13, 2020 Food Feature by Zelly Martin

10 Austin Restaurants Dishing Out Delicious Margaritas

Where to find salty rims and serious vibes

"...road to the original Chuy’s (now acquired by Darden Restaurants, the same restaurant chain that bought Eddie V’s). The..."

Aug. 24, 2024 Food Post by Neha Kondaveeti

16 of Austin's Best Downtown Restaurants

Excellent eateries to explore on foot

"...a rolling cart) at one of Austin’s most innovative restaurants. A global perspective and love for hyperlocal seasonal ingredients..."

July 22, 2019 Food Post

Bon Appetit Top 50 New Restaurants 2013

Out of 6 Texas restaurants on the list, 3 are from Austin

"...The three Austin restaurants on the Bon Appetit list have each attracted significant..."

Aug. 9, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Mayor's Fitness Council Challenges Austin Restaurants To Develop Healthy Entrées

Is fast food possible without the fat? Can you dine out on a diet? Find out.

"...Healthy Entrée Contest. All area eating establishments – from upscale to down-home, fine dining to fast food, and bistro..."

Jan. 13, 2012 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

The Restaurants of 626 Lamar Reflect a Changing Austin

From Toddle House No. 2 and G/M Steakhouse to Counter Cafe and Garbo's, what's old is new again

"...landscape has changed from car lots and diners to upscale fashion and chic food...."

May 19, 2023 Food Feature by Rod Machen

Hungry at Trib Fest? Here Are 14 of Our Favorite Restaurants.

A sampling of interior Mexican cuisine to dim sum in Downtown Austin

"...111 Congress All six concepts at this upscale food court add twists to their flagship spots’ menus..."

Sept. 13, 2018 Events Post

Upscale, Sit-Down Burgers

Relish the variety and savor the flavors of Austin's burger bounty

"...emerging trends is the development of top-quality, local hamburger restaurants. Some are simple and straightforward, seemingly aimed at families..."

March 16, 2012 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

15 Austin Restaurants & Bars With Alcohol-Free Menu Options

"...agua fresca (like hibiscus, lime, and agave) with their upscale modern Mexican fare. 501 Colorado www.comedortx.com..."

March 6, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Top 10 Restaurants Where a Salad Isn't the Only Vegan Menu Item

"...8) Clay Pit Want a more upscale option? Grab some Indian at Clay Pit. Start with..."

Dec. 29, 2017 Food Feature by Alisha McDarris

Main Street Grill

Where to dine on I-35

"...vibrant and revitalized Old Town center is the ambitiously upscale Main Street Grill, housed in the historic Farmer's State..."

Jan. 25, 2002 Food Feature by MM Pack

Restaurant Review: Mexta

Mexta wants to be Austin’s new upscale Mexican dining destination

"...everyone in between. We’ve got a host of mom-and-pop restaurants, where you can chill on a Friday night with..."

July 5, 2024 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Thai Me Up, Thai Me Down

A Sampling of Thai Restaurants Around Austin

"...and the surrounding area, no less than seven Thai restaurants have opened within the last five years; together with..."

March 27, 1998 Food Feature

The Hightower Report

Why Not 'Drink Local'?; and Clogging Up Congress

"...beginning to rebel is one you might not expect: upscale restaurants. Such places profit handsomely from offering Perrier, San..."

July 6, 2007 News Column by Jim Hightower

Who Owns Sixth Street

Is Austin's Sixth Street Entertainment District undergoing an identity crisis? -- and who are the designated shrinks?

"...can go to other cities and be out at restaurants, but if you take Sixth Street away, you take..."

May 4, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Kitchen Scales

The cost of Austin fine dining

"...What most people don't know is that in upscale restaurants, starting pay for trained chefs can be as..."

Dec. 25, 2015 Food Feature by Rachel Feit

Food-o-File

Cuisines editor Virginia B. Wood on the year that was in Austin's culinary life.

"...leaving in its wake a host of new Austin restaurants, well-deserved and long in coming national recognition for our..."

Jan. 5, 2001 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The Michelin Guide Rolls Into Texas

Storied restaurant guide to bestow state stars in the fall

"...Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio to determine which restaurants will receive the coveted one, two, or three stars...."

July 16, 2024 Food Post by Kimberley Jones

The Take-Out

Should Austin dining be graded on a curve?

"...I rarely respond to comments about my restaurant reviews. Restaurants can become such important parts of our lives that..."

Feb. 19, 2016 Food Column by Brandon Watson

Animal Farm

Sebastien Bonneu and Countryside Farm

"...human scale, and his customers at farmers' markets and upscale restaurants in Austin and Houston appreciate the results of..."

Nov. 20, 2009 Food Feature by MM Pack

Food-o-File

Two high-profile Austin food-related businesses sold in August, and now both will experience growth and expansion as a result of investor cash infusions, Cuisines Editor Virginia B. Wood writes.

"...Catering (919 W. 12th, 472-9500) has been Austin's premiere upscale catering operation for nearly 20 years. Founder Rebecca Wallace..."

Aug. 31, 2001 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Southern Exposure

The 'Renaissance' of Far South Austin Pushes Upscale Development South of Stassney

"...additional 270,000 square feet slated to house some chain restaurants unheard of in these parts: Chili's, Romano's Macaroni Bar..."

Sept. 8, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

Zoot Suits

In a time when upscale restaurants most often crop up in high-traffic areas or clamoring urban districts, Zoot, a nine-year-old stalwart of the Austin scene, thrives on a sense of quiet seclusion and implied formality.

"...In a time when upscale restaurants most often crop up in high-traffic areas or..."

June 9, 2000 Food Feature by Pableaux Johnson

Where in Austin to Watch the World Cup

And get food and drinks while you do

"...support, make sure you know which Austin bars and restaurants will be televising the event so you can find..."

Nov. 11, 2022 Sports Post by Leena Alali

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