New American Discover by ๐Ÿ“ธ

List of the best New American restaurants in Austin, TX.
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  1. Another Austin OG foodie standout. Continues to be excellent and a must check out. Menu changes often - so some favs listed may not be there.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Grilled Kale Salad Grilled Quail Eggplant Caponata
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Sun - Thurs: 5p-6p - Food and drink specials.
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  2. Boujee spot located at the Commodore Perry Estate. Instagramy. Hot ticket. Good date night or celebration dinner. Get the bread.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Shrimp Oysters Tuna
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  3. Trendy neighborhood joint with great food and patio. Popped up on some national lists (NYT, Bon Appรฉtit, Esquire). Menu changes often - so expect to see new inventive things regularly. Walk-ins only. Get there early, usually a line (but grab a drink while you wait).
    ๐Ÿ˜ Orecchiette Deviled Eggs Braised Leeks
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  4. Wood fire goodness. Some national acclaim. From the team behind Emmer & Rye. Date night.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Scallops Squash Maitake Mushroom
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  5. Trendy spot with poppin' decor and patio. Eclectic menu. Fun date night. Fun Sunday brunch.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Oysters Seafood Tower Crispy Glazed Pork Belly
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Wed: All night - 50% of bottles of wine $60 or moreTues - Fri: 4p-6p - $4 off some food, 50% off glasses of wine, $2 off house cocktails & beer
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  6. Upscale and fun Mediterranean / New American. Modern space. Poolside at the Thompson hotel. Fun date night. Good cocktails.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Brunch Bloody Mary Tuna Tartare Tostada
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon - Thurs: 3p-5p - Food and drink specials.
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๐Ÿ˜‹ The List
  1. Innovative and high-quality small plates that showcase the best of Texas ingredients. The food, cozy ambiance, and excellent service make it a must-visit foodie spot. Seasonal prix fixe menu.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Belle Vie Farms Muscovy Duck Yellowtail Crudo Mt. Lassen Rainbow Trout
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  2. Stylish, slightly more casual, sister location to the fabulous Jeffrey's. Monday night Steak Frites semi-pre-fix is solid.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Steak Frites Shrimp and Grits Huevos Rancheros
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon - Fri: 3p-5p - $10 palomas & rosรฉ by the glass.
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  3. Boozy and delicious brunch and lunch (and dinner) spot on South Congress. Don't sleep on their Sunday night special Indian dishes.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Appetizing Board Wagyu Steak Tartare and Frites Fried Chicken Sandwich
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon: 5pm - Close - 50% Off Sparkling WineMon - Fri: 3p-5p - 25% Off All Wine Bottles
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  4. Staple for almost two decades. Very farm to table. Menu changes frequently with the seasons. Butcher shop in house.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Shrimp Smoked Pork Porterhouse Softshell Crab Po-Boy
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  5. Cool spot on the East Side. Gourmet New American. Great brunch. Awesome bloody marry.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Charred Octopus Fried Chicken Sammie Pork Ribs
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Tues - Fri: 5p - 6p - 1/2 Price Beers, Cocktails & Wines By the Glass, $5 Off Snacky Bits & Plancha Burgers
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  6. Elevated southern dining by James Beard award winner. Awesome food. Grits are a must try.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Red Rice Balls Fried Ugali Oysters
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Sun: All nightMon: All nightMon - Fri: 4p-6p - Food and drink specials.
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  7. Focus is on a great breakfast and brunch. Central East Austin. Popular roof top.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Ricotta Toast Chicken and Biscuit Hashbrown
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  8. Bomb little breakfast and brunch place downtown. That's there only focus. Grab a reso.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Avocado Toast Coconut Chia Pudding Chicken and Waffles
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  9. OG Austin farm to table. Small joint. Counter seats are fun to watch the kitchen. Menu changes often. $1 oyster Tuesdays are where its at.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Leek Risotto Goat Shank Ricotta
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Tues: All day - $1 oysters! 50% chilled wines!Tues - Sat: 5p-6p - Food and drink specials.
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  10. OG gastropub right in the middle of dirty 6th. Goto place for awesome oysters. Go for happy hour - it is one of the best in Austin - 50% off lots of great food, including the oyster platter. **Temporarily closed for remodel**
    ๐Ÿ˜ Oysters Mac and Cheese Ribeye
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Wed: All day - 50% off oyster platters and bubblesTues - Sat: 5p - 6p - 50% off lots of great food, including the oyster platter, plus drink specials
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  11. Seasonally inspired farm to table restaurant serving American cuisine in a Dim Sum Style. Some of the best handmade bread and pasta (heirloom grains). Great tasting menu. Cacio e Pepe is fabulous.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Oyster Flight Tagliatelle Snapper
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  12. Fantastic OG local fine dining. A la carte options - but go for one of the tasting menus. Also be sure to check out the adjacent wine bar for a drink before or after dinner.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Striped Bass Beef Tartare Duck
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  13. Antique-chic eatery in a historic building for thoughtfully sourced eclectic fare. Popular brunch spot. Good drinks and patio.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Crispy Brussel Sprouts Pancakes Crab Cake
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  14. Small chain but excellent upscale New American. Busy patio. Good business lunch spot.
    ๐Ÿ˜ "Hot" Chicken Teriyaki Chicken Wings Knife And Fork Cobb
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Tues - Fri: 4p-6p - Food and drink specials.
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  15. Consistently great steaks, salads, & elevated American fare and service. All around solid dishes.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Famous French Dip Au Jus Grilled Artichoke Chimichurri Steak Sandwich
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  16. Considering they are also an amazing butcher shop - this is a decidedly meat forward farm to table spot. Very popular, and can't go wrong with any of the dishes.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Adobo Steak Salad Steak Ravioli
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  17. Romantic, vintage-chic joint featuring creative cuisine with Mediterranean & Indian accents. Killer backyard wine garden.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Crab Fingers
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ 5pm - 6pm - Food and drink specials.
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  18. Modern whimsical shared plates. Get the edamame. Hit up Elephant room downstairs for some Jazz afterwords.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Charred Edamame (with pop rocks!) Mash-Ups How We Roll
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon - Fri: 4p-5:30p - Food and drink specials.
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  19. Buzzin' spot inside Hotel Van Zandt. Live music every night. Great dinner and show. Jazz brunch.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Sea Urchin Cacio e Pepe Tortelini
    ๐ŸŽธ Around 8p - Live music most every night. Also during brunch.
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  20. Hip brunch spot (also not just brunch) located in Hotel Magdalena on South Congress.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Strip Steak Eggs in Purgatory Fried Chicken Sandwhich
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon - Thurs: 3p -6p - Food and drink specials
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  21. Seasonal New American cuisine in Clarksville. From the MML team.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Handcut Pappardelle 44-Farms Bavette Steak
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Mon - Fri: 3p - 5p - $8 spritzes, 25% off bottles of wine
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  22. Cafe, bar, and beer garden. Good patio. Grab and salad or sandwich and a beer. Also great pastries. Littlest sister from the team behind the delicious Barely Swine and Odd Duck.
    ๐Ÿ˜ TX Farm Chop Salad Double Cheeseburger Ahmadโ€™s Brekky Sammie
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Wed, Thurs, Sun: 3p - 6p - 20% entire order
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  23. Austin brunch institution. Parisian/American bistro mix. Live piano on the weekends. Great desserts. Go for Sunday brunch.
    ๐Ÿ˜ French Toast Migas Chicken & Waffles
    ๐ŸŽธ Thurs-Sun - Live piano
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  24. New take on the American diner. Bit retro. Bit tex-mex. Bit brunch. Bit New American. Bit healthy. Great patio on South Congress for people watching or stop to eat while exploring.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Three Egg Omlet Green Pea Guacamole Chicken Fried Steak
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  25. Hoppin' downtown spot. All around good dishes. Great for brunch. Frozen Frosรจ.
    ๐Ÿ˜ Cereal-Crusted French Toast Brunch Grilled Cheese Birria Tacos
    ๐Ÿฅ‚ Thurs: 7p-9p - Free tarot readings and drink specialsFri: 5p-7p - Beer specials
    ๐ŸŽธ Fri: 5p-7p - Live music
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