Katie Eaton: Don't be afraid to taste. It's an incredible experience! Especially, the balsamic vinegar.
Austin Chronicle: This small, classy shop in the Arboretum offers an exemplary product line of flavor-infused extra virgin olive oils, truffle oils, and aged balsamic vinegars. Delectable flavors abound. Read more.
Valeka Cruz: Wonderful selection of olive oils and balsamic vinegars. Each item has recommendations listed for complimentary pairings. Best of all - taste before you buy!
Jen Fry: Fennel salad and ravioli blew my mind! This is one of Austin's well kept secrets!
CentralTexas RoadRelics: Wow, totally awesome restaurant, super excellent food, must try! Recommend it.
Jordan Langdon: Some of the best Italian in town. Try the Gnocchi alla Bava or the Carbonara.
Mary Hdz: Excellent service, we let our waiter know it was our 1st time & he went above & beyond to make sure we had the best experience ever. Dessert was on the house, amazing presentation. Food was wonderful
Sam D: The tuna tartare is amazing and flavored with a very fragrant sesame oil
Lane Strickland: Happy hour all night Sunday
Aaron Johnson: Absolutely wonderful service. Happy smiles and wonderful food. Try the "Rustic Chicken & Shrimp Al Forno" I highly recommend. The atmosphere and lighting was delightful. Overall splendid place to eat!
brennan lawler: if you order a classic pasta dish, they make you an extra one to take home, compliments of the chef!
David Boyd: Go for the Family Style... It's a ton of food for a great price!
Gabbie Chamorro: Highly recommend the lobster bisque, fried oysters, tuna steak, corn side. Get the red fish only if really hungry/up for fried fish. Banana desert is really great.
Peter Shankman: Possibly some of the best steak I've ever had in my life.
Victoria Schaefer: One of my all-time faves. Love eating in the bar and listening to live jazz early before the crowds hit. Try the ahi appetizers. Wine list is superb.
9. Magnolia Cafe
2304 Lake Austin Blvd (at Upson St.), Austin, TX
Diner · West Austin · 134 tips and reviews
Abdullah: Magnolia Omelette is my favorite choice to start my day.
Food Network: Guy loves that this cafe is open 24/7, but still makes everything from scratch.Check out the menu that features pancakes, omelets, jambalaya, quesadillas & anything else you could possibly be craving.
Valerie: Bringing a kid? You can get them an awesome kids breakfast (24/7) for only $2.50! Pancakes, eggs & sausage or bacon. Yum!
11. Second Bar + Kitchen
200 Congress Ave (W 2nd St), Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 199 tips and reviews
Mike Clinton: The Blood + Sand cocktail is amazing! As a scotch drinker I was shocked at how tasty it was!
Eater: Makes an art of bar food. See: the spicy fried pickles, the Bar Congress that you can add foie gras, an egg, avocado, pork belly, double meat & double cheese, should you so choose. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.
Thrillist: Hefty eats include Vertical Rotisserie Chicken, Grilled Ribeye Loin (w/ Brussels sprouts, black truffle grits, Bearnaise, oak barrel-aged steak sauce), and wood-fired pizzas like the Beef Short Rib. Read more.