Austin Restaurants’ Priciest Bites: 10 Most Surprising Menu Splurges
From high-priced açaí bowls to chicken fingers or grilled carrots, this list of luxe menu items shows how Austin’s evolving food scene is pushing menus — and budgets
Restaurants
La Piscina Delivers a Coastal Escape in Downtown Austin
The Austin Proper’s thoughtful design and coastal cuisine create a sensory escape in the heart of the city
Cheers to Five Years: Commodore Perry Estate Celebrates Austin Anniversary This Summer
Sip a specialty jewel of a cocktail at the Estate in honor of their sapphire anniversary
Birdie’s Wins Austin’s First National Beverage Award from James Beard Foundation
The acclaimed restaurant takes home top honors in beverage service, cementing its place in national dining circles
Owner of Mandola’s Italian Kitchen Celebrates 50 Years Since Opening First Restaurant
Chef and restaurateur Damian Mandola celebrates half a century since opening his first Italian restaurant at just 21 years old
World-Renowned Chef April Bloomfield Joins MML Hospitality in Austin
The celebrated chef behind New York’s most iconic gastropubs now leads the kitchens at The Driskill, Jeffrey’s and Pecan Street Cafe
Four Seasons Hotel Austin Introduces New Creative Dining Experiences for Summer
Discover a hidden pop-up lounge, plant-based chef’s dinners and refreshing afternoon tea events
Hestia Hosts Summer Dinner Series Featuring Fellow Michelin-Starred Austin Chefs
Three standout collaborations kick off in June, with more guest chefs to be announced
Broadway Sing-Along Bar Debuts in Austin as a Must for Musical Theater Fans
From karaoke to drag shows, this immersive musical theater experience is taking center stage