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Tilefish in Coconut Broth - Canje, Austin, TX

Canje

4.8
4.8
1190 Reviews
$31 to $50
Caribbean
Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean cuisine restaurant brought you by Chef Tavel Bristol-Joseph of E&R Hospitality Group.

Named after the Canje pheasant, national bird of Guyana, Canje pulls inspiration not just from mainland Guyana, but from Jamaica to Puerto Rico, and all the islands in between. Our menu explores the cooking techniques, ingredients, and many expressions of vibrant food across the region.

Tucked away on the east side of Austin, this lively environment brings a unique cocktail program boasting both spirit forward and fruit driven cocktails and a small selection of natural wines alongside our inventive food menu.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 82 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Caribbean

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (512) 706-9119

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Tavel Bristol-Joseph

  • Catering

    Canje offers full service catering and we would love to bring our unique cuisine to the privacy of your home or office! For more information, please visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.

  • Private party facilities

    We would love to host your group with us for private events at Canje! Our Private Dining Room seats up to 8 guests, otherwise we offer patio and restaurant buy-outs. For more information, visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.

  • Neighbourhood

    East Austin

  • Cross Street

    On 6th street just east of Chicon Street.

  • Parking Details

    Canje offers limited parking spaces in our private lot otherwise street parking in the neighborhood.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,190 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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    Innovative

  • Austin

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  1. bevv

    Austin

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We liked everything about Canje except for the noise level - mostly due to the music being too loud. The food was outstanding!
  2. EvaW

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My first time being there and I would come back again from a Caribbean person and a foodie and from my perspective, the food was very tasty I will give you guys that.
  3. chrisk

    Washington DC

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing dinner only negative was a lot of flies out front and the chairs are kind of metaly and hard to sit in outside and there was a long hair in the jerk chicken but I don’t really care about hair LOL
  4. noladiner

    New Orleans

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So delicious and such a great vibe!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food! Interesting takes on a bunch of Caribbean dishes. They do well in modernizing them while preserving the essence and flavor of the originals
  6. CharlesG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply amazing. We go once a month. That’s all you need to know to understand the food is just as great as the experience cheers..
  7. OpenTable Diner

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My visits to Canje are always the highlight of my week. The food is always spot on and the service is incredible. We really couldn’t ask for a better evening. We even spotted Tyson Cole as an added treat.
  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    One of the best meals of 2023! Food was amazing and vibe was strong
  9. Foodie

    Central Texas

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    have a happy hour with discounted prices. Very expensive dinner for a Wednesday night
  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You can't skip on the ceviche!
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service4ambience1
    Great food very loud music. Could not hear others talk
  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall3food1service3ambience5
    My 1st visit I had the Jerk Chicken and it was one of the best I’ve ever had. Today I had to come back and it was not the same. I wrote a review and it was received by one of the staff members that wanted to make it right and 2 days after they refunded my order. That’s great customer service! Now I shall go back one more time and hope to get the best I’ve had experience again. Thanks for caring!
  13. Gmdavila4713

    Minneapolis

    16 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food2service1ambience5
    The service was not good. Our waitress was not attentive at all. We waited over 50 minutes for our entrees. Do not get the pork Guajillo. It was flavorless and the meat was so fatty. After we asked why our food was taking so long the waitress never came back to check on us. It was truly a long and disappointing dining experience.
  14. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great cocktails and great service. 10/10 experience.
  15. Heather

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Canje for a birthday dinner. We ordered the roti, fried cod, wagyu curry, and jerk chicken for two people. The food was amazing and the four dishes were plenty for two. The prices felt reasonable for the portion size but so be aware the mains do not include sides so recommend ordering roti/rice etc to have with your main dish. The ambiance and service was fantastic. It does get pretty noisy but we were still able to have a conversation across the table.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waiter was amazing so attentive I love this place.
  17. CatherineG

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything about the experience was wonderful except for the noise level inside.
  18. AliceP

    Austin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and incredible casual but well done service. Spot on.
  19. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hands down best restaurant in Austin!!! Cassareep is the star of the restaurant*** Ask for David for 5 star service…
  20. Swipswap

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Wish the restaurant were a little cooler and just a little less loud. Everything else is amazing, great food, great service. Will be back often.
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Loved the ceviche and roti. Staff was delightful. The jerk chicken was legit!
  22. SahraY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the best meals I have had in Austin. I loved loved it.
  23. megdoug

    San Antonio

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I really enjoyed the jerk chicken (very spicy), the roti, the pink pineapple and plantain chips. The cocktails are creative and refreshing, though pricey. Waiter gave us excellent descriptions and suggestions. Dessert - we tried pineapple upside down cake and tres leches. Both were delicious, but the table all agreed that tres leches was the winner. It had a slightly fruity flavor that gave it this really fun flavor.
  24. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    First time here. It was a bit loud. The service was exceptional! Everyone was knowledgeable, helpful and personable. Great staff
  25. TZTZTZTz

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall2food5service3ambience5
    Had no AC. Pretended AC was working. Entire restaurant was using menus as fans. Ruined the experience.
  26. Nickname

    Omaha

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always SO good. Best ceviche in Austin. Wagyu Curry and Roti…. Perfect meal.
  27. Ash1

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Canje is a very unique cuisine. Our experience has been very good and we would recommend to everyone. Noise level is a little high for a good conversation. Overall, good experience though.
  28. Great

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    Music was WAY too loud. But the food and service was excellent. Rice and Chicken were incredible. Drinks were also not bad at all.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Mexico City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always love eating here! It is noisy for having conversations, but it’s such a cool vibe. The jerk chicken is fantastic 🤌🏼
  30. Kate

    New York Area

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding cocktails, food and service. Listen to the waiters and go out on a limb. Only critique is the music was VERY LOUD for our 6pm reso. I get its a vibe, but I also think you can start at a fun but reasonable volume for early resos while restaurant is still half full and get it cranking later in the evening. Had trouble hearing waiter and folks at my own table at points. Could not bring my dad here, he has a hearing aid and would have been completely deaf and uncomfortable at that volume. Otherwise, 10/10 reccomend! Will be back!
  31. Anonymous

    Austin

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and ambiance. We enjoyed the entire experience. Best jerk chicken on earth!
  32. Jonisa

    Austin

    10 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience3
    The food is here is outstanding. No notes. No issues. Each bite was amazing. The look, the taste, the smell. I cannot describe the perfection of the food. The service could have been better. I was out of a drink for a long time before anyone checked on us. I had a hard time hearing servers when they described the food. This is in large part to the incredibly loud music blaring. As such, the patrons, including myself were shouting to be heard. I will 100% return, but I will demand to sit on the patio if only to hear myself think.
  33. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Jerk chicken is outstanding and is a great portion size for one. Pairs great with the fried sweet plantains. Really nice atmosphere and staff was extremely nice and knowledgeable. Was worth the two month wait for reservations.
  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great music and good service. I’ll be going back for sure.
  35. KSaustin

    Austin

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was delicious from appetizer to cocktail.
  36. DanaW

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything about the place is fabulous. Our second time at Canje and we brought friends for the first and Canje did not disappoint. From the appetizers to the entrees and sides, all were delicious. Our favorite was the chicken although a bit pricey. Staff is wonderful and attentive. Will be scheduling another visit here soon.
  37. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Visiting in Austin this weekend made the stop here at this restaurant sooo enjoyable. We ate so much of the food. There are so many mt favorites, I can't even decide which one was my #1. All of it was delicious. One thing I can definitely say is all of the delicious had exactly blends of flavors. Including the sorbet!!!
  38. NTandLT

    San Antonio

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was excellent. Well seasoned and plated beautifully. Service was awesome. Rachel was a great server. We will be back!
  39. JenniferA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was absolutely the best food I have ever ate!! The Ceviche was amazing and the Tres Leches cake is literally the best thing that has ever been in my mouth!! We also had the Grilled Pick shrimp Amazing, the Tilefish (great) & Jerk Chicken (Amazing), & sides were Roti (great), & Carolina Gold Rice Djondjon (outstanding). The drinks Sol Calypso was amazing as well.
  40. JamieF

    Austin

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Extraordinary food, fantastic service. I wow’d my out of town guest. It was a terrific experience!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Canje is rated 4.8 stars by 1190 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 82 times today
Google Map for Canje

1914 E 6th St ste c, Austin, TX 78702

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    On 6th street just east of Chicon Street.

  • Neighbourhood

    East Austin

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Caribbean

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    Canje offers limited parking spaces in our private lot otherwise street parking in the neighborhood.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, JCB, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Tavel Bristol-Joseph

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (512) 706-9119

  • Catering

    Canje offers full service catering and we would love to bring our unique cuisine to the privacy of your home or office! For more information, please visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.

  • Private party facilities

    We would love to host your group with us for private events at Canje! Our Private Dining Room seats up to 8 guests, otherwise we offer patio and restaurant buy-outs. For more information, visit the events tab on our website and our events team will reach out to you right away.

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