Laurel

Name: Laurel
Address: 320 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX, United States, 78746
Telephone: (512) 306-6400
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4

4.0

128 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Oct 12, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for brunch
Charming
Romantic

Located in Hotel Viata in the scenic neighborhood of West Lake Hills just outside of Austin, Laurel highlights authentic coastal Italian cuisine with seasonal and local ingredients. Each experience is complemented by an extensive wine list and handcrafted cocktails curated by expert sommeliers and mixologists.

Nestled in Texas Hill Country, Laurel offers the perfect blend of urban sophistication and natural beauty for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or brunch dining experiences. Unwind on the outdoor patio designed for al fresco dining, complete with a grand fireplace to warm your meal under the stars.

Join us for live music on Friday and Saturday nights or Happy Hour every day from 4pm to 6pm. Visit us and make Laurel Restaurant your go-to spot for unforgettable moments, unique culinary experiences, and satisfying libations.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 306-6400
Website
https://www.hotelviata.com/restaurant-austin/laurel-restaurant
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Ben Warden

Location
320 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746
Neighbourhood
West Austin / Westlake
Cross Street
Bee Caves and 360 Highway
Parking details
Covered Parking Garage same area as the Hotel
Entertainment
Laurel features live music multiple days a week, performed by some of the most talented jazz musicians in Austin.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Laurel Restaurant Tasting Menu
US$95.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Laurel's 5-course tasting menu takes you on a journey through expertly paired courses and wines.
Wine Wednesday
Multiple dates available
30% OFF Wine Bottles at Laurel Restaurant & Bar!

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0

4 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Austin
Great for brunch
Austin
Great for brunch

128 Reviews

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Paul
New York City
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
It’s a hotel restaurant. It’s ok, but I’m not likely to return.
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John
Austin
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Service was amazing. Went early on a Saturday. Was nice and quiet. Clean. Amazing atmosphere. Very overpriced for the food. $70 for two breakfast meals (that weren’t even the most expensive on the menu), one pastry, one coffee and orange juice. Perhaps offer something like a complimentary biscuit w jams. The “freshly baked” croissant was underbaked. The pizza was to be desired. The hash was very oily.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was there on the last day of Austin Restaurant Week. Food is good, with a decent size. Even though their lunch price for ARW was different from what's in the advertisement, Louis and Emily honored the advertised price. Service is good. The restaurant has a nice setting.
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DSergi
Austin
56 reviews
5.0
56 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Laurel has become my go-to in Austin. The food is world-class. Each dish that I had was perfect. Last night, we started with the calamari served hot, crisp, and in a bed of a bechamel-like sauce and drizzled with parmesan and some chili. The octopus we had the night before was also perfectly charred and in a sauce worth ordering. The fingerling potatoes were the perfect accompaniment. My partner had the Italian sausage and peppers pasta, and the pasta was perfectly al dente, and the sauce was intensely flavored, rich, and yet not overpowering. I had the halibut that was perfectly cooked, flaky pan-seared, and crisp on the bottom. The custard-filled donuts were a perfect end to the meal. I have to mention that I have dined here four times, and the food has been a pleasant surprise each time. The food always arrives piping hot and fresh. The service is terrific as the waiters have been there for years, know the menu, and can guide you to the night's best dishes. They were conversational, knowledgeable, and yet not overbearing. I noticed that someone did not like the crab cakes for breakfast, and I'm afraid I have to disagree. The crab case beenys were fantastic when I had them for breakfast yesterday. The custard-drizzled french toast was a masterpiece, and I would drive back for that alone. The chicken and waffles were the best I ever had; the chicken was perfectly fried, piping hot, and placed on top of a wonderful fluffy waffle.
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Tim
Greater Boston
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 25, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The hotel is beautiful and if the weather cooperates the outside patio woudl be lovely. The interior is very attractive and the service was good. The menu seemed creative and included some interesting items. The actual food was somewhat disappointing. Nothing was terrible and some items were good but others were ok at best. The crab cake benedict which sounds amazing to me was made with a terrible tasteless crab cake and the side of greens were wilted and had no flavor. The fresh juices were great as was the coffee. So it was a bit of a mixed bag.
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graeme
Austin
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
A real let down. We’d hoped for much better. Feels like a hotel breakfast room rather than an upscale restaurant, although they certainly price that way. Servers were friendly, the cocktails were well made. Everything else was mediocre. Had wanted to do the tasting menu, but they couldn’t accommodate switching 2 of 6 courses for a vegetarian. Ordered off the main menu. The burrata was good. The charcuterie board looked (and tasted) like a reassembled HEB platter. Had to send steak back, ordered medium rare, got well done. Even the second attempt (30 mins later) was mediocre quality meat. Manager offered a complimentary glass of wine by way of apology. But it was added to the check anyway. A
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for brunch and had great service and food. I really appreciate the aesthetic of this restaurant. Lots of egg-based brunch options to choose from. Of course waffles and a delicious ricotta lemon pancake (no gluten free option for these at the moment). Bacon and sausage were cooked to perfection.
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Peter
Austin
27 reviews
vip
3.0
27 reviews
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
I wanted to like it more. Was there for lunch to celebrate with some coworkers. Venus looked interesting on opentable. Thought we could get mocktails… nothing available. Food - started good with the burrata. Mains were mediocre. My main was a vegetable wrap… cafeteria quality. Vibe was just off for such a nice looking hotel venue. Lonely atmosphere. Maybe more if a spot for the evening?
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Gergana
Portland
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on July 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant in a beautiful location. The food was good yet nothing truly exceptional but the atmosphere really takes it to the next level. We did a brunch here, for my friend's birthday, and they gave her an extra portion of these delicious fried balls filled with custard, with a candle. I had purchased a Travelzoo certificate which really made it worthwhile. Laurel Restaurant is located at the Hotel Viata which is up in the hills along 360. It's a truly beautiful location. Plenty of parking attached to the hotel. Good service and not too busy or noisy on a Sunday morning. Reservations through Open Table were quick and easy. Will likely go back again.
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KCKE
Austin
69 reviews
5.0
69 reviews
Dined on July 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Visited Laurel for the first time for brunch and was happy we went. The location and atmosphere was great. Service by Luis was top notch. Food was delicious with the exception of the blueberry muffin, nothing special; however the Benny and BBQ hash were great and creative. Drinks were tops too. While not inexpensive Laurel is a great option for a different, enjoyable, occasion, IMO.
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FAQs

Laurel offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 306-6400.

Laurel is rated 4 stars by 128 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Oct 12, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 2 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

320 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746

Additional information

Cross Street
Bee Caves and 360 Highway
Neighbourhood
West Austin / Westlake
Hours of Operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 2:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Covered Parking Garage same area as the Hotel
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Ben Warden
Entertainment
Laurel features live music multiple days a week, performed by some of the most talented jazz musicians in Austin.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.hotelviata.com/restaurant-austin/laurel-restaurant
Phone number
(512) 306-6400

Laurel

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Experiences

Laurel Restaurant Tasting Menu

Wine Wednesday

Menu

What 128 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does Laurel offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Laurel restaurant rated?

Is Laurel currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information