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- Men's Health MagFebruary 4, 2015Funky and fusion-y, chef Paul Qui’s namesake restaurant is a must-visit for foodie pilgrims. A recent tasting menu featured smoked short ribs with fish caramel, yuzu kosho, black lime, and kimchi. Read more
- EaterJanuary 7, 2014Qui captures so much of what is driving the Austin restaurant scene forward. Qui's mixture of fine dining, molecular, and Filipino influences makes for a unique dining experience. [Eater 38 Member]
- Alice HuMarch 20, 2015A must try. Fantastic food for an amazing deal. The yellowtail seared table-side (pictured) and wagyu were my favorites. The surprise congee dish was great too!
- NadineJanuary 5, 2014Get the cabbage with fried chicken skin! Also we prefer the season fruit milk ice cream. It was so flavorful! The cheddar ice cream sandwich was too salty for us.
- Allie MahlerMarch 12, 2015One of my favorite meals in Austin. There's a vegetarian tasting menu and a regular (meat) tasting menu. Incredible flavors, not afraid of using spice, each dish is divine. Don't miss this!
- Cody L.February 16, 2014Cabbage is phenomenally done. Cheddar cheese ice cream sandwich is a must. Rabbit 7 ways is fun. White ale from Japan is really good if you're doing beer.
- Daniel MartinJuly 27, 2013Incredible customer service! Sat at the bar & Paul came up a few times to ask how everything was. Fish in a bag and beef tapa were excellent. All desserts were great, especially avocado qui lime pie!
- Hans ChoSeptember 5, 2014Tasting menu is unbelievable value. If they have the albacore tuna cooked over japanese white oak chips, then you're in for a treat. You must get the chedder cheese ice cream sandwich.
- ElizabethAugust 3, 2013If you are a party of one or two, try sitting at the counter overlooking the kitchen. You can see everything plus the chefs (incl Paul Qui himself) are happy to talk & answer any questions.
- Taiowa WanerFebruary 12, 2016Tasting menu and the cheddar cheese ice cream ice cream sandwich. The plum wine gin and tonic is off the charts too.
- Mary!April 18, 2014GQ named Qui best new restaurant in America. Food & Wine named Chef Paul Qui Best New Chef. The Tepache was named the official drink of Austin. This deliciousness cannot be explained...experienced.
- Alex InmanMarch 16, 2015This is a must go if you're in TX! The constantly rotating prix fixe menu is incredible! Found this gem on Supper:
http://supper.mx/places/qui-austin/ - Joshua ChatoSeptember 13, 2013The cheddar cheese ice cream sandwich is a must - I wish we had these in Chicago! Everything we ordered was top notch - splurge and try one of everything.
- Austin ChronicleJanuary 15, 2014Ever-evolving cuisine from one of Austin's most famous chefs. But despite all that praise, Paul Qui never takes himself too seriously. Check out the pong game on the restaurant's website. Read more
- SpenserJune 24, 2013Get there early - the line starts behind the building, not easily seen from 6th street. Trust the staff. And yes, the ice cream sandwich is a great finish.
- LisaDecember 8, 2013Be careful of sbagliato drink. It's sweet but deadly. Must try the homemade cracker and cheez-wiz, pecorino gnocchi, and the cheddar cheese ice cream!
- The Tastes that Make the CityMarch 2, 2015The tasting menu is the best tasting menu in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more
- VoniaOctober 19, 2014The new tapasesque pre fixe seven course menu was less than ideal; portion sizes, some dishes not great, a la carte options would be nice, although from the industry standpoint (focus on dishes) I see
- Lane MusgraveJune 26, 2013The rabbit 7 ways was incredible. Broth, Loin, 2 sausages, Belly, Pâté and Breast.
- If they've already sold out of the boeuf, then the butter salmon is fantastic! Also, the cocktails are great!
- Shelley HallJune 22, 2013Get the ice cream sandwich. Perfectly portioned, don't share you'll want it all.
- Jeff WeinsteinMarch 26, 2014Go for the tasting menu or share a bunch of small plates. All the veggie dishes were wonderful.
- Amanda SimpsonSeptember 14, 2013Cheddar cheese ice cream sandwich .... Amazing. Get it. Eat it. Don't share it.
- Cory O'BrienFebruary 27, 2014QUI was named 'Best New Restaurant of the Year, 2014' by GQ Magazine in February of 2014: "If Paul Qui isn't the most fearless chef in America, he's surely the most confident." Read more
- Kyle BunchJanuary 17, 2014It's received its share of mixed reviews, but Paul Qui's eponymous flagship is still a must-try for any self-professed foodie.
- Sam DAugust 21, 2014Qui's tasting menu had a progression that is unparalleled in scope and will tantalize your soul...
- Joshua SteinmanAugust 1, 2013Memorable meal. The rabbit seven ways is a must. And sit at the bar to get a look into the kitchen.
- great spot for celebrity sightings. so far I've seen Vince Gilligan, Giancarlo Esposito, and Chef Gordon Ramsay!
- Joan StewartAugust 25, 2013Get there early. They don't take reservations and will frequently run out of popular items.
- Kyle BunchFebruary 23, 2014Now that GQ named it the best restaurant in America, tables just went from challenging to near impossible...so if you can get in, make it happen.
- Kyle BunchFebruary 24, 2013If you can get a table at Paul Qui's new flagship restaurant, don't hesitate. Sure to be THE spot in 2013.
- Stephanie RivkinFebruary 1, 2015Unbelievable tasting menu experience. Our waiter, Xavier, was incredible.
- Caroline AnneJuly 11, 2013Everything was downright amazing here, especially the avocado key like pie.
- trey trosclairOctober 19, 2014Line cook served food licked the utensils and served more food with same utensils! #ebola
- Greg AckermanJuly 3, 2013Save room for dessert, the Qui lime pie and white cheddar ice cream sandwich is delicious!
- Adam LaiacanoOctober 18, 2014Sit down, eat any and every thing they give you, then just hand over your wallet. It will be worth it.
- Brett WesterveltJuly 23, 2013Nice interview with pastry chefs Monica Glenn and Jorge Hernandez about developing Qui's dessert menu. Read more