Best American restaurants in East Austin

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1. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

4.7

Exceptional(8312)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 77 times today

Austin is known for its hip, urban core and delicious food, and Perry’s Steakhouse & Grille® is the perfect combination of the three, with an upscale flair. Located downtown in the historic Norwood Tower, it’s within walking distance of the Capital Complex and other downtown landmarks. So come enjoy one of our award-winning dishes on the patio or sip a handcrafted cocktail in Bar 79®!

2. Emmer & Rye

4.5

Awesome(2999)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 54 times today

Emmer & Rye is a restaurant designed around the farmer’s haul, featuring a menu that changes daily with a focus on seasonal and local cuisine. Heirloom grains are milled fresh for house made pastas, breads, and desserts, whole animal butchery is done on site, and an extensive in house fermentation program captures flavors at their peak and preserves them for the off season.We accept reservations 60 days in advance. For event inquiries, please visit our website.

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3. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(643)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 46 times today

Dean’s Italian Steakhouse is a classic American steakhouse with Italian expression serving up prime cuts of beef including Texas and Japanese A5 Wagyu, as well as authentic house-made pasta, a raw bar and market-fresh seafood. Enjoy a generous weekday happy hour on The Veranda at Dean's - the distinct corner space with patio seating from 5 to 6:30pm. At Dean’s Austin, you'll experience an innovative passion for deep-rooted hospitality.

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4. J-Prime Steakhouse Austin

4.7

Exceptional(353)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 22 times today

Welcome to J Prime Steakhouse, reservations are ready to make, choose a day and time and we will be ready for your arrival. Don’t forget to let us know if you’re celebrating a special occasion, we want to ensure a memorable night! See you soon.

5. The Well

4.7

Exceptional(153)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 33 times today

Located in Austin's iconic 2ND Street District at 440 W. 2nd St., The Well blends top-tier nutrition, local and sustainable farming, and authentic flavors for a culinary experience that redefines healthy food in Downtown Austin.

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6. True Food Kitchen - Austin

4.6

Exceptional(2245)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 49 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Austin Seaholm for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Downtown Austin in the Seaholm District, on West Avenue in between West 2nd Street and West 3rd Street, near Austin Public Library and Generator Athlete Lab.

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7. The Roosevelt Room

4.8

Exceptional(1019)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

The Roosevelt Room is Austin's most awarded cocktail bar, offering a seated experience with table service provided by its knowledgeable bar staff to guide guests through its expansive menu of classic and original cocktails, craft beer, wine, and epicurean bar food.The Roosevelt Room has received the following accolades: Top Four Best American Cocktail Bar 2022 by the Spirited Awards, Top Four Best American Bar Team 2022 by the Spirited Awards, Top Five Best Cocktail Bar 2022 by Liquor.com's Liquor Awards, Austin's Best New Cocktail Bar 2015 by Thrillist, & Bar of the Year 2017 by TimeOut Austin.RESERVATIONS ARE STRONGLY SUGGESTED. Walk-ins are welcome, but please note that there may be a short wait for the next available table. If your reservation details change, please let us know. We will do our best to accommodate last-minute alterations, but we cannot guarantee immediate seating for any additional guests. For reservations of 11+, click the "Book an Event" tab on our website.

8. Corner

4.5

Awesome(784)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

Welcome to Corner Restaurant! Ideally located in downtown Austin, you’ll find modern Texas fare and local twists on classic recipes, all in a stunning location on the corner of 2nd and Congress. Whether you’re looking for local Austin flavors inspired by the 5 Corners of Texas, delicious cocktails, or the perfect boozy brunch, Corner’s patio bar & restaurant has it all.

9. Caroline

4.4

Awesome(896)

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 32 times today

Our all-day spot is perfect for homemade breakfast, lunch, dinner and to-go options. Located in the buzzing Austin's central district, Caroline Restaurant is a great place to jump start your day or enjoy a late afternoon glass of wine, curated cocktail, and full dinner menu. With a focus on regional cuisines our neighborhood restaurant has recreated classic dishes to make them healthful but delicious.

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10. Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile

4.6

Exceptional(1254)

$$$$

• American • East Austin

Booked 35 times today

Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile is a Transparent, Value Driven, Vertically Integrated, Ranch-to-Table dining experience located on East Austin on the Colorado River. We are family operated with simple, southern and rustic roots. We look forward to sharing our family with yours.

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72 restaurants available nearby

1. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

2. Emmer & Rye

3. Dean's Italian Steakhouse

4. J-Prime Steakhouse Austin

5. The Well

6. True Food Kitchen - Austin

7. The Roosevelt Room

8. Corner

9. Caroline

10. Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile

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