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Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Austin

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Austin? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyses more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favourites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Jeffrey's Restaurant restaurant
4.9
4.9 (2240)
$50 and over
American
Central Austin
About the restaurant
Jeffrey's Restaurant & Bar has been an Austin fine dining institution since 1975. In 2012 the restaurant closed for a major renovation and was reopened by McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality. The legendary restaurant, nestled in the Clarksville neighborhood just west of downtown, features a lively bar and three distinct dining rooms. The menus, from executive chef Mark McCain, features dry-aged prime steaks, updated classic fine dining, and locally sourced produce. The award-winning wine list, one of the largest and most diverse in Texas, features highly-sought after vintages from Old and New World producers. Private dining in the Napoleon Room and The Apartment is available for special events. Valet service is offered.

The charming neighborhood location, old world service & multiple private dining options make Jeffrey's a true Austin gem. Jeffrey's was named “Top 10 Best New Restaurants” in the country by Bon Appetit magazine in 2013.

Top review
David
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great Anniversary Dinner at Jeffrey’s. The service at the bar and with our server, Natalie, was outstanding and made for a great evening.
A photo of Doc B's Restaurant - Austin restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1068)
$30 and under
American
North Central
About the restaurant
Set in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, Doc B's Restaurant & Bar serves food made from scratch daily. Incorporating the highest-quality ingredients, the menu includes a variety of entree-sized salads, & "very special” entrees, crave-worthy burgers and sandwiches, signature Wok Out Bowls™, housemade pizza, indulgent desserts and so much more. Doc B’s also impresses with an extensive craft beer, wine and spirits selection in addition to signature cocktails. No matter what occasion, the expansive menu truly offers something for everyone. With each location having its own personality, Doc B’s Austin offers weekend brunch as well as a large, vibrant outdoor patio with a retractable canopy, TVs, heaters, misters and fans designed to enjoy during any season. In addition, the expansive bar area is perfect for mingling with friends.
Top review
Team
Dined on Feb 1, 2025
Well Hello! Doc B rookie here and impressed. First and foremost, Customer Service gets 5 stars. From a nurse who has high work ethic and expects what we call good bedside manner, Doc B’s excelled. Thank you as this is not as common upon dining as it once was. The Italian MeatBall was a win. Excellent presentation and flavor. The Sweet potato fries were in need of a plate dedicated as it’s one shiny star. Excellent taste. The wings were very good. Burger was a win. The complementary cheesecake won the heart of a couple embarking their 52nd year of marriage. Hot towels after wings was a nice touch. Cozy atmosphere, loved the bathroom concept as well. And the fact the restaurant was comfortable (temperature wise) was another win. A lot of restaurants are way too cold. Highly recommend and our waiter, Tim was excellent and his superior, ‘The Governor’ were like the 2 for 1 special in itself. Thanks for exceeding our expectations. Too bad we don’t live in Austin. Keep up the good work. The only thing missing was a piece of art displaying Steven Tyler :)
A photo of Josephine House restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1355)
$31 to $50
American
Central Austin
About the restaurant
The sister restaurant to Austin fine dining institution Jeffrey’s, offering breakfast, lunch, brunch, happy hour, dinner & Monday night steak frites. The Clarksville cottage features a small marble bar for coffee or cocktails, intimate tables in the dining room, shady nooks on our patio and a grassy front lawn for lounging. Serving an eclectic daily menu featuring the best locally sourced products.

Learn more about McGuire Moorman Hospitality and their family of restaurants at www.mcguiremoorman.com.




Top review
Noah
Dined today
Always a great choice for date night. Love the food and the atmosphere.
A photo of Toasty Badger restaurant
4.8
4.8 (104)
$30 and under
American
Bouldin Creek
About the restaurant
Discover Toasty Badger Diner nestled on Austin’s iconic South Congress Avenue. Housed in what was the city's first Dairy Queen, our casual diner offers an inviting '70s ambiance where you can enjoy oversized pancakes, towering French toast, and other beloved diner classics. Embrace the relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere, where the funky past meets the present moment.
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GigiVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Cannot wait to go again!!!! Everything was so tasty and the diner is so cute!
A photo of Chez Zee restaurant
4.7
4.7 (4614)
$30 and under
American
Northwest
About the restaurant
Welcome to Chez Zee American Bistro, where Parisian bakery charm meets casual American bistro flair. This iconic Austin original offers a captivating dining experience for a range of occasions, from intimate date nights and business lunches to lively parties, happy hours, and indulgent weekend brunches. We also understand the demands of the modern world, providing convenient online ordering. All that, and we serve the most divine desserts in Austin. Planning a celebration? Our private banquet party room is designed for special occasions or join us for happy hour, perfect for unwinding after a long day or catching up with friends. The weekend is for relaxation, and our brunch menu is the epitome of laid-back indulgence. Share laughter with loved ones over delightful dishes, mimosas, and, of course, our irresistible desserts. Chez Zee American Bistro is more than a restaurant; it's a place where culinary excellence meets unforgettable experiences. We look forward to serving you soon.
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DavidVIP
Dined 1 day ago
Had a wonderful early dinner with friends before attending Jersey Boys at the Zach Scott Theatre. The food and service were excellent as always. Our friends, here for the first time, loved their pecan crusted chicken and pasta.
A photo of Roaring Fork - North Austin, Stonelake restaurant
4.7
4.7 (5116)
$31 to $50
American
Arboretum
About the restaurant
Roaring Fork offers bold American wood-fired cooking in refined atmosphere with rustic touches. Whether it's cocktails in the lounge, dinner in our comfortable dining room, or open-air patio with panoramic views of Quarry Lake, Roaring Fork is the perfect place to relax with family and friends.
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JimmyVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Went to enjoy a meal under their promotional offer during Super Bowl. Arrived early for reservation and seated immediately. Greeted promptly by server who provided us with drinks as we chose our entrees. We chose to share the market green salad and the skillet cornbread and then ordered the cedar plank salmon and trout. All were delicious and plentiful. Enjoyable evening but noise levels were elevated more than what we had encountered in the past in the main dining room.
A photo of Whiskey Ridge restaurant
4.7
4.7 (145)
$31 to $50
American
Driftwood
About the restaurant
Now Open! Located at the entrance to the Hill Country in Driftwood, Texas, Whiskey Ridge will serve elevated home-style offerings featuring Texas meat and fresh Gulf Coast Seafood cooked over our coal fire grill. At the heart of the restaurant, our bar will spotlight hand-selected whiskeys as well as craft cocktails. We hope you’ll join us on the wrap-around porch for a drink, take in the scenic Hill Country views, and enjoy some Texas-style hospitality.
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DianeVIP
Dined 3 days ago
This has become our go to spot for dinner when in the Kyle area. Food has consistently been great and the service is awesome! And desserts, oh my, are next level!
A photo of Goodfolks restaurant
4.5
4.5 (298)
$30 and under
American
Georgetown
About the restaurant
In Georgetown, Texas, we have plenty of customs that we hold close to our hearts. One of those is our food: we like our chicken fried, our tea sweet, and our salad potato, all served with warm smiles and a hearty helping of “y’all.” Like our beautiful town square and sunny, kindhearted residents, it all comes with the territory in the Red Poppy Capital of Texas. Hang your hat, pull up a chair, and enjoy a fresh, home-cooked meal washed down with an icy cold beverage.
Top review
Darlene
Dined 5 days ago
The food, service and value was excellent….we will be back.
A photo of Eberly restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1809)
$31 to $50
American
Bouldin Creek
About the restaurant
Forged from an old print shop on South Lamar, Eberly is a thoughtful collection of dining, drinking and thinking spaces. Austin has always been a gathering place for risk takers, creative types and liberated thinkers to connect and feed off each other’s energy and creativity. We’ve distilled that spirit into one distinctively authentic place. Within Eberly you’ll discover a beautiful dining room offering contemporary American cuisine showcasing timeless favorites that incorporate a modern spin, a welcoming study, a rooftop terrace overlooking downtown, and our crown jewel, the historic Cedar Tavern bar of Greenwich Village in New York City. From our artisan kitchen and bakery, Eberly will serve the highest quality fare using bold flavors and perfectly executed preparation with an emphasis on freshness, seasonality and local availability. Everything served out of Eberly’s kitchen will be made from scratch.
Top review
Manolo
Dined on Feb 4, 2025
Monday night so it was very quiet and not very busy. Food as always was very good but dishes took longer than expected for being such a tranquil night
A photo of The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Westlake restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1124)
$30 and under
American
Bee Caves / Lakeway / Lake Travis
About the restaurant
IMPORTANT: If Open Table does not offer you a choice to book an outside table it is because they have been booked already. If there are tables outside available you will have a choice between "Standard Seating" (meaning inside) or "Outside Table". We may have cancellations etc that could open something up so you are welcome to leave us a note that you would like to move outside if possible, but we cannot guarantee that.

We ask that all reservations up to 4 people respect a 90 minute seating time. Tables of 5-6 will be allotted 2 hours.

Since this location has limited protection from rain we could be forced to cancel outside reservations last minute. We will do everything we can to provide as much advance notice as possible.

Parties up to 6 people may be reserved online. For parties of 7-10 people please call our host staff to make a reservation at 512-327-8822.



Top review
JimmyVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Jackson is a fantastic server. He’s taken care of us many times. Ask for him!! Cheers
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