We had a wonderful dining experience here! We started with two rosé wines, and both were excellent. From the mezze menu, we ordered the Mushroom Escargot and the Hot Honey Halloumi, and they were both absolutely delicious. The flavors were unique, creative, and unlike anything we've had before. For our main courses, we had the Grilled Chicken Kebab and the Spicy Brisket Kefta Kebab. Both were incredibly tender, juicy, and perfectly cooked. The brisket kefta, in particular, was packed with flavor and was definitely the highlight of the meal. I was so hungry by the time the grilled chicken arrived that I completely forgot to take a proper picture before digging in, so please forgive the less-than-perfect photo! The only downside was the wait time between the mezze and the kebabs. It took quite a while for our main dishes to arrive, but aside from that, the atmosphere was warm and enjoyable, the food was outstanding, and we had a great time. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for delicious food with unique flavors. read more

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The vibes were here but food was slightly a miss for me. My husband and I came on a Friday evening at around 5:45p. We didn't have a reservation, but we walked in and got a table in about 20min. The space is gorgeous with plants and boho furniture everywhere. Service is fantastic as well. They brought us the wrong dish and corrected it immediately. For the food, I wasn't a big fan. I liked the whipped feta and the salmon kebobs. The lamb kabobs and salmon main dish was very dry. We also ordered the fried mushrooms which was okay in my opinion. Pita and pita crackers were always fantastic. read more

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Updating my review to add a few more items we tried: Hits: -Spicy Hummus (they were great about being proactive with the extra pita, much appreciated) -sweet potato latkes (delicious, perfect amount of crunch) -mushroom escargot (not AS great as the first time BUT still solid. Make sure you add some of the crunch to your hummus for a little texture punch!) Miss: -Big eye tuna (boy noted that the marinade seemed to have been just thrown on. I get it keeps the brightness of the fish, but we would have loved a little more flavor/long time marinating) read more

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We love Aba in SOCO. So when we heard a sister-restaurant would be opening, we knew we had to give it a try. The vibe of the restaurant is great. Feels similar (but lighter and brighter) than Aba. It was quite busy, with most tables being full. There's plenty of Domain parking garages nearby, or a valet spot right out front. But that street gets quite busy, and hard to circle around. The hostess and service were great. The food was fantastic! Faves of the night were the beet and horseradish dip (though I couldn't really taste any/much horseradish). The chicken kebab was just the same as Aba, and great. And the sweet potato latkes. Amazing. If I happen to be up at the domain and need a spot to eat, then would def try and get in here. But otherwise will stay close to home to Aba! read more

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I was expecting something stellar from the Aba group when they added this restaurant to the domain area. Since this place just opened, it is still finding its bearings, and a lot of the dishes we ordered were overseasoned or underwhelming. We came on a Monday evening to check this place out, and since I had made a reservation online, we were promptly seated. The interior and all the decorations are aesthetically beautiful; for that aspect of the restaurant, I'd give the designer 5 stars! It's definitely a place to get some good social media photos. The service was prompt, and she gave us good suggestions on what to order. My husband and I started out with the whipped feta spread, which might have been a mistake, as the dish tasted overly salty; the Kofta that came with it was superb. We also ordered the hamachi and avocado crudo; however, the server informed us that the kitchen was out of it, so we opted for the salmon crudo. When the salmon crudo came out we were both underwhelmed by the size as well as the flavors that the chef tried to mesh together. When you ate the Salmon crudo, none of the flavors enhanced the fish quite right, and they all seemed to mesh together. The following items that came out were the spicy brisket kebabs and the crispy mushrooms. The spicy brisket kebabs were meatballs with tzatziki and BBQ sauces, slaw, lettuce cups, and mint. The flavors were good; however, the kebabs were dry. The last thing to come out was the Crispy mushrooms, which were probably the best item we had. The ambiance is quite nice here, as for the food, I'd have to say I'd rather go out to Aba. It was a miss for me, but hopefully on my next visit, things will have improved food quality-wise by then. read more

Ema - Spicy Whipped Feta - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Let me tell you that the inside of this place is gorgeous. You need to make sure I get a table in the middle of the restaurant so you can see the status of it. They also have an outdoor area which is sweet. Definitely get a reservation or you will wait forever for a table. Luckily, I made one and we got to sit in an amazing area. Our waitress was so nice and you exactly what to recommend cause we told her we loved this restaurant to this place and she gave us a whole background story to how it came to be and what the names mean and that was just so cool to know. So we didn't know what to start with we did say how much we loved the hummus from ABBA so she said to try out this sweet corn wine that it was delicious and she was correct. It was so good. You can literally lick the plate. We then also got the mushroom escargot and it was so good. It literally was almost like actual escargot. We also tried the Hamachi and it was very fresh and not fishy which means they get a good source of it. Lastly, we shared the chicken bowl and let me tell you the rice with the pomegranate and it was so delicious. The chicken taste tasted so fresh. Overall, this restaurant is great. They also have a full bar so you can get whatever drink you want and they had a great wine selection. I tried a Greek wine rosé, which was so nice and light. I will definitely be coming back to try out more stuff. It is a beautiful restaurant whether you're going for a date night or lunch or just a girls day or night. read more

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Today I met a Yelp friend for lunch at Ema (pronounced E mah) at the Domain Northside. It was my first time visiting whereas my friend has been there three previous times. She met me with her cute little son, who looks like a Gerber baby. Fun facts...Ema means Mother in Hebrew and Abba means Father in Hebrew. Abba on S. Congress is Ema's brother restaurant. When you walk into Ema you are totally transported to a Zen haven - lots of greenery, straw chandeliers and soothing colors. There is a tree inside the restaurant, and you literally can dine under a tree...how cool is that? Also, there is indoor and outdoor seating, with open windows which allows a small breeze to flow through. Another area of Ema is currently under construction. It looks like a hut you might find at a resort. We ordered Sweet Corn Hummus (aleppo, chive, black lime), Brussel sprouts (crispy shallot, pumpkin seed, agrodolce) and Crispy Potatoes (mizithra, rosemary, scallion crema). All dishes are shareable with good size portions. While I liked all dishes, Brussel sprouts were hands down my favorite. The Brussel Sprouts were crispy, airy and flavorful. Important to note, Ema has a rewards program. Also, there is ample free garage parking as well as street parking. The menu is a little on the pricey side, but well worth the price. Calen, our server, was excellent. He spent time sharing his favorite menu items. He was also very attentive. Really enjoyed the meal and catching up with my friend... read more

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Our server Jacob was attentive and great. I learned that this restaurant is a more feminine approach from Aba. Reservations are kind of hard to get so we ate at 5PM. They currently don't have a happy hour but probably because they are so busy. The inside is so pretty, soft glowy and the green in the ceiling just makes you feel cozy and relaxed. Drinks were very different and I enjoyed mine "Do Not Disturb". Our favorites were the halibut, mushroom escargot and tuna & watermelon. Everything else was delicious. I wouldn't get the halloumi again, it was cheese trying to be like tofu, but I understand halloumi is hard to make well (Devil May Care had a great dish! I tried making it for a salad and failed.) We were leaving and ended up in the back where there is this bar and more dining. So we sat at the bar and had a round of drinks and dessert. Their greek yogurt was so refreshing in this heat. Our bartender was so sweet. I like it here and would come back! read more

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Eggplant and whipped feta were delicious. I also had the California salad with chicken. It was all very good, but pricey. The website said they had a happy hour but was told they don't have one. read more

Ema - Eggplant - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Ok So first things wait time. I have heard a few people mention how long and hard it is to get in. We have to remember they just opened about 2 weeks ago. So it's gonna be tough. Now is it worth that wait. I found the menu very well created. Plenty of options for everyone. Even the drink menu has Zero proof options. My group ordered just about all of the main specialty cocktails. All tasted amazing. For the food we ordered two spreads and some brussels sprouts Then we all ordered something different from the sandwich space. All of it was delicious. The one thing I will say as to why I'm not given 5 stars was price. I feel the price could be knocked down maybe 2 dollars on everything. Other than that it was definitely worth it. For the space it's very well curated and welcoming. The staff especially was very kind and welcoming. Although I wonder how that will last with it just opening I'm sure they have the employees stacked to give off good turn over times for orders. But if it stays as such I will be pressed to find anyone else that can offer the amazing service. We had Maya as our main server and she was absolutely fantastic. She gave great recommendations and was so attentive. I'll be going back for sure even with the prices just maybe not as often as I would like. read more

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Came here for the first time for some drinks the other night and had a decent experience. The restaurant itself is beautiful and has some nice outdoor seating but I wasn't very impressed with the menu. Everything was a bit overpriced and our server was not very nice. Overall we had an okay experience but left slightly disappointed. read more

Ema - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

One of my new favorite spots to get a nice dinner in Austin I am absolutely obsessed with Aba, I've always loved it for years so I was super super excited when I heard about their sister restaurant Ema opening up rachel and I went last night and it was such a great experience. We sat down right as soon as we showed up everyone was so nice. It was a gorgeous inside, such a beautiful restaurant. The waiter was super nice. We got some classic hummus, some spicy whipped feta, some mushroom escargot, and Hamachi and charred avocado dish that was so so so good. The vibes were chill but luxurious and I really will definitely be coming back if I'm ever in the Domain and want a nice lunch or a dinner! read more

Ema - Hummus, whipped feta, Mushroom "Escargot" - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Beautiful Saturday afternoon to spend time outside at their bar. This was my first time here. The bartenders were welcoming and very accommodating and helped me pick out my drink and food. I stopped for a little snack and drink. I needed a pick me up so... an espresso martini was in order and for food I didn't want a lot but I wanted something healthy so the warm date cake seemed like a great choice. It doesn't look pretty but it did the trick on flavor and being a little more sustainable than your other desserts. And dates are healthy right? I was solo here so I didn't want a lot. My husband trusted me to shop alone today so I treated myself with the drink and snack break! Can't wait for a return trip to try their other food options! read more

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What impressed me the most about Ema is the ATMOSPHERICS! So, so beautiful. I think that was worth the visit alone! The spicy feta was fantastic. Great texture, perfect level of spice. Beautiful presentation. NO NOTES. The sweet potato latkes were good. I recommend for sweet potato lovers. I liked the Spicy Beef Kefta more than the Chicken Kefta, but neither blew my socks off. I think they both could have been more moist. read more

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We stopped by Ema for lunch on a weekday. This place had been popping up on social media quite a bit, and we were excited to try their offerings. TL;DR: Trust trending social media recs to let you down. We were seated right away. They were pretty busy for a weekday, and we happily took the patio seat. Note, this was a day when it had been raining on and off but they did mention it was a covered patio. Our server was super friendly, checked on us, gave us time, and we ordered an appetizer (feta dip), the kefteh and salmon for our entrees. Their house bread was amazing, and our server was attentive enough to bring in seconds when we ran out. The feta was a tad on the saltier side but good. Our entrees were a hit or miss. The kefteh was pretty well seasoned but the salmon seemed bland, and honestly the portion was pretty small. I would say the food was rather average, nothing to rave about! What really bothered me was that it started raining while we were halfway through the meal. Although they claimed the patio was covered, there were several spots where the rain came through, and we basically had water falling on us, and the food! It was rather disappointing that my husband had to leave the table and ask the host to do something about it, and they still took quite some time to come over and put up an umbrella, which again did not keep the rain away. We finished our food in a hurry because soggy kefteh isn't my food of choice, and left. Our server appeared and asked us to be careful on our way out since the floors were wet, so it was especially mind boggling that the fact that we were getting rained on was neither acknowledged nor addressed in a timely manner. I understand people go to restaurants for "vibes", and their "Insta-worthiness", but I still prefer places where the vibe is "dry", and the food is something to come back for. Ema disappointed me on both counts. read more

Ema - Salmon and Kefteh entrees. Portions are small! - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I've been attempting to eat at Ema for some months now but when I thought about booking it was too late and I missed out on an open res until last week! I met a friend for lunch and we really enjoyed sitting on the side patio and sharing a bunch of starters and a main item. Hummus, eggplant, mushrooms, brisket kebob and cocktaisl. Everything was delicious. We had a few leftovers and they packed it up in nice to go containers and a pretty branded, cloth bag! Our waitress was really helpful and busy! A couple times we had to ask someone to find her but overall the experience was great and I look forward to dining here again soon and trying more items! read more

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This is the sister restaurant to Aba, has a very summer villa vibe. We had our business team meeting here and it was a great spot! Food was all delicious and service was great. It's more of a tapas style and between 4 people we had 3 appetizers, 4 entrees, 2 sides, and a dessert. They also have really delicious mocktails so you can still feel fancy at lunch. Everything about the food was delicious, hard to pick a favorite item. We tried two different types of the whipped feta, the spicy was my favorite, the sweet one was a unique twist and delicious. Original hummus is a classic and delicious. We tried the recommended honey cake and trust me you have room for it at the end of the meal. It was so decadent but not overly sweet. It was a great end to good food. read more

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Their food was well made for how straightforward the menu was. Nothing was especially unique, but the dishes were flavorful and a good portion. Like their sister restaurants, the apps. were delicious and good for sharing. Psa - they don't serve brunch. read more

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Absolutely stunning! Ema (Hebrew for mom) just opened in the Domain and its a sister restaurant to Aba on South Congress, while I believe there is another Ema up in Chicago. I knew reservations were tough but on an incredible February Texas Saturday, we figured let's see if we can get on the list or sit at the bar. We were able to get a bar seat after a little while, and the inside and decor is just as beautiful as the photos! it reminds me of the Israeli spots in Miami like Abbale or Motek kinda fused with Nomade in Austin and I dunno, 1Hotel. Just welcoming and airy vibe. As for the food - went with pita & hummus, Kefta kebab, sweet potato latkes, and branzino. The food was all fantastic - the pita, while not quite Motek level def had a wow factor. Great to have some potato latkes in Austin too! The kefta wasnt that spicy and was an incredible dish. The branzino is probalby the one that I wouldn't order again, Although it tasted great, it was a small portion for over $40. So I'll probably just head to a Trulucks or Eddie V's or something for that. Anyway, I've been raving about it all weekend and will def return, bring Austin friends to and bring my family & friends when they visit. read more

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The food was ok, and place is really cool and the service is great. I loved the slow brisket very good but the chicken was not so well. Ambiente perfect for couples. read more

Ema - Alô - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Exceptional food, amazing service, fabulous ambience !! Favorite plate was probably their house-made Stracciatella. Even though it was a little on the saltier side, the creaminess was DIVINE. And the tomatoes were soooo juicy and crispy - they just POPPED in your mouth. I mean, what's better a combo than those two together?! I wanted to order every single item on the menu; HOWEVER, I failed at that lol. I'll definitely be returning! Oh! I forgot to snap a pic of their whiskey - 100/10. And the fig at the end was quite literally the cherry on top *smirk* P.S. Frankie is an incredible waitress! She's knowledge of the menu and super friendly and her timing cues are great. read more

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Great place! We sat outside and it's so nice with trees surrounding the tables. I love the design and decor of this place. The food was good and service was great! Right in the heart of The Domain. read more

If you love Aba on South Congress, you are going to be absolutely thrilled with its sister concept, Ema, located right in The Domain. The food, service, and atmosphere here are all completely on point. The moment you walk in, the ambiance completely transports you elsewhere. It has a gorgeous, upscale Mediterranean feel that makes it perfect for a date night, a celebration, or just a great meal out. This place is popular for a reason! Make sure to book a reservation in advance so you can get a table without any hassle. Spicy Feta Appetizer was a fantastic way to start the meal. Creamy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. Spicy Chicken Shawarma Bowl was great! The chicken itself wasn't overly spicy, but it was incredibly juicy and expertly prepared. It comes over a bed of delicious turmeric rice and a super refreshing side salad loaded with fresh tomatoes, avocados, and cucumbers. One of the sauces included with the bowl definitely brought the heat! I also highly recommend ordering the zhoug sauce on the side--it paired beautifully with the chicken. Between the flawless service, the transporting atmosphere, and the top-tier food, Ema is a home run. I will definitely be returning soon! read more

Ema - Spicy Whipped Feta - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Vibes? Miami in the middle of Austin. When the decor is this good, you'd think the food would be bad, but not here. Listen to the reviews and try the whipped feta and salmon kebabs -- you won't regret it. Pricy, but you pay for what you get. Lunch was easy to score without a res, but make sure to grab one for happy hour and dinner any day of the week. read more

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Really solid place and a great addition to the domain! It's easier to walk in/get a reservation here than Aba from my experience. They are a new restaurant, but the service has been good and the vibes are immaculate. The standout dishes for me are the mushroom escargot and the RICE that comes with the kebabs. I don't know what they put in the rice but it's like crack. The mushroom escargot was bursting with flavor and a sleeper pick. For me, the kebabs themselves paled in comparison to the rice that accompanied them (the brisket kebab was especially sad, it's the only one that doesn't come with rice as a side afaik) read more

This place was outstanding! I thought I had been here before but it was a similar place by the same chef. I absolutely loved the decor of this place. So gorgeous! I tried the whipped feta with pistachios and pomegranate, the pita bread was nice and soft and warm that was served with it. It was absolutely heavenly! I also ordered the crispy mushrooms and these were divine. They had a sweetness to them, I think they had a honey drizzle on them. Also ordered the chicken kabobs and these chicken was so tender and flavorful, it was cooked perfectly. The service was absolutely flawless. I had informed my server of an allergy that I had and every person that brought me my food informed me that it was free of my allergen. I loved that. I also ordered a gin cocktail that had pomegranate molasses, it was so refreshing. I absolutely will be back here to try so more of the wonderful food here and spoil myself with the treat of coming here. I also took the 10 layer honey cake home with me, it was amazing! Don't hesitate to try this place! You won't be disappointed read more

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It started off so strong but it did not end well. My husband and I went for lunch last month, we asked to sit outside so we could catch a soccer game and they were able to accomodate us. We ordered the spicy whipped feta as an app and it was delicious. So far, so good. It was our first time so we asked our server for recommendations, we went with them but when they arrived, we were both a little underwhelmed with our food. I got the spicy brisket kefta which was just essentially a kebab and a bit of greens. The kebab was flavorful but the dish overall felt lacking. My husband got the grilled chicken kebab and he found it bland. He asked the server for salt and he brought an empty salt shaker. We were just planning on telling him when he returned to check on us, but here is when the wheels fell off, the server never returned for the rest of our meal. We literally never saw him again. I had to get to an appointment so after waiting a bit, we paid using the QR code at the table and left. I was a bit disappointed because we're both big fans of the sister restaurant Aba on SoCo and I have been looking forward to this restaurant to open up a bit closer. Most others that I've heard have has positive experiences so I'm not sure if it was an off day or what. read more

Great spot for late night shared apps! I made a reservation for my friend and I at 9 pm after a work event, and we had a really good experience. First of all, parking is easy at the Domain. The restaurant was still busy on a weekday at 9 which was surprising to me. We went back to our table and walked through the new beautiful restaurant. Our table was near the tree and nice decor in the back. Very nice ambience! Our server was friendly and explained the menu. We shared hummus with crudite, plenty of pita, spicy whipped feta: smoky morita chili & pistachio muhammara, pomegranate, hamachi and charred avocado: coconut cream, lychee, jalapeño, makrut lime vinaigrette, and mushroom escargot: garlic, parmesan, calabrian chili breadcrumb. Everything was great, but the hamachi and charred avocado was the standout dish. So many flavors, textures, sweet, salty, spicy, chef's kiss. Loved it! The baked mushrooms were sooooo garlicky and we both LOVED them too. I will definitely go back again soon. Glad to check this new spot out! read more

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Sarah the server is amazing! We tried the brisket sandwich, chicken kebab, Greek salad, & lamb hummus. You really can't wrong here. read more

Ema - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

This place is gorgeous! I highly recommend trying it out. The server was so kind and attentive. He checked up on us and recommended the corn hummus. The food was so good! The chicken wrap wrapped lacked flavor and needed more sauce to go with it. read more

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Wowww, food, ambience, vibes and service everything is awesome!! Went last week with friends and this week with hubby. First off, ambience, transforms to a different place, simple yet elegant, minimalist style yet so inviting. Service both the times was great, usually new restaurants, service will be hit or miss, but not this place, from people who checks you in to your host to the people who bring your food, every one are friendly, welcoming and helpful. Vibes are so positive. Foods is equally delicious, definitely try their spicy hummus, and you can't go wrong with do not disturb me, espresso martini and Don higo(cocktails). If I have to say one disappointing thing, that's pan seared branzino, dish was perfect, but it doesn't come with any side, that dint make sense to me, you pay $43 + tax + tips, but you have to order a side again. But overall this has been added to our regular places in domain. read more

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OVERVIEW: Location is prime, and if you'd ever visited the previous restaurant, you can appreciate what they did with the space! It may be very beige and neutral but it's very coastal and summer-y vibes with fresh greenery throughout. Reservations are ideal since they're still new, so the waitlist can get packed fast. Service was relaxed and everything we tried was flavorful and solid. I enjoyed the visit and would be willing to come back! QUICK FACTS: - Parking? Yes, located in the Domain so plenty of garage parking. Blue garage is closest. - Reservations? Yes, via OpenTable. Highly recommend to avoid a wait. - Happy hour? No, not yet. I know their other locations have it but as of 3/13/26 there isn't one here. FOOD RATINGS: - Sweet corn hummus (3/5): Solid hummus all around but nothing to write home about. A bit pricy considering what it is, but it's made well. The pita is delicious (and served with all the dips/hummus)! - Charred eggplant dip (4/5): Pretty great dip. The smokiness is nice and flavor isn't overwhelming. The mint garnish feels out of place, but I guess it's there for color. - Hamachi and charred avocado (4/5): Loved all the flavors in this! Lychee, coconut, charred avocado. Pretty great crudo. - Mushroom "escargot" (5/5): Popular because who doesn't love garlic-y, buttery mushrooms with breadcrumb? Would definitely reorder. - Spicy brisket kefta (4/5): Disappointed it's only 1 kebab, but it was good nonetheless. Tender meatballs. The tzatziki was thick. The slaw was great - salty and fresh and nice with the meatball. Would be nice if it came with rice. - Sticky date cake (3/5): Like a warm sticky cake. Not bad, not something memorable. As expected. read more

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Located in The Domain, this is the counterpart restaurant to Aba. I felt this menu is more seafood-forward which I love! When you walk into the restaurant, you'll find that it is beautifully designed. From the inside to the outside it felt very warm and inviting. I was with a party of five and we didn't have to wait to sit down and order drinks: Do Not Disturb and Slow Cheetah. Then we went family-style and shared: Charred Eggplant, Big Eye Tuna, Ora King Salmon Crudo, Crispy Potatoes, Octopus Cappaccio, and Faroe Island Salmon. Finally, we finished with Honey Cake. My recommendation is to make reservations. read more

Ema - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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i'm honestly an aba skeptic but this place blew me away. would come back again and again just for the mushroom escargot it was so buttery and spicy and perfectly cooked i'm in love. i love a restaurant that has diverse vegetarian food and not just hummus and falafel. that being said, i the spicy hummus and house bread are absolutely delicious. i got the tan lines frozen cocktail and the rosa's spritz- both were perfectly summery and refreshing for a hot summer day. honorable mention to the sweet potato latkes that were gone before i even got to them. was a little worried because i reserved an outside table and it ended up being 101 degrees, but we barely felt it because the patio is so nicely ventilated and it is absolutely beautiful with all the plants read more

Loved our first time at Ema. We sat on the patio with our adult children and two grandchildren, and it was perfect. Our server, Dan, was amazing. All of the wait staff were attentive and friendly. We shared the eggplant spread and whipped feta spread. We also shared the California chopped salad, chicken kebabs, green falafel, and sweet potato latkes. They also got a chicken Shawarma bowl. Our water glasses were kept full and it was a perfect lunch. read more

Ema - Eggplant spread - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This is one of the prettiest restaurants I've been to! The indoor and outdoor patio area are equally beautiful. We walked in on Wednesday and didn't need a reservation. The service was professional and she had great knowledge about the menu. The food came out so fast and most of it was delicious. I would definitely order the tuna and hummus again. The tuna was so refreshing and the hummus came with fresh toasted pita. The only item I would skip next time is the kefta kabob. It wasn't as flavorful as I expected. I would definitely come back and try more items including a dessert! read more

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Service was very good. Food is also good but some were on the salty side. This place lives up to the beauty standard that its big brother has (Aba in SoCo). Pretty packed on busy peak times so take that into consideration. read more

We went at lunchtime & 3rd day opening. Raul is the GM & Mattie was our server. My date got the kebabs & chicken, Caesar wrap with fries. Customer service is phenomenal above average. We sat inside because it was 60° that day and the heater is outside. We're not working in the patio. They have Renovato the exterior patio and it's more functional now. The interior is beautiful. It is one story so it's kind of cramped inside. They do have a full bar. I read it that way basically because my food was cold the sandwich the fries everything was cold. However, my dates food came out were good so probably they waited to have his cooked to serve mine. Raul came to our table and comped our tab because of my food. He apologized and he appreciate the feedback as they are fairly new. I wouldn't give up on this place. It is Mediterranean food. No gyro sandwiches. I would give it a chance.! read more

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Finally made it to Ema. Yum yum and more yum! Went for lunch and can't wait to go back for dinner. They have wonderful shareable plates. They could easily be split between 3-4 people. My friend is a vegetarian so I let her choose our plates. The Greek salad....delish, the green beans, delish, the whipped feta - holy moly! I added a side of grilled chicken to my salad. It was juicy. The restaurant itself is sexy and the outdoor patio is wonderful! It's the best spot in the Domain. We sat at the bar outside and Andrew took great care of us: P.S. this is Aba's sister restaurant...which is just as good but on Congress. read more

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Both my parnter and I are are not fans of Aba so we were reluctant to come to Ema as it is the sister restaruant. We came here for a birthday lunch, despite out better judgement, and I am so HAPPY that we did! We ended up having a wonderful time! We ordered a few items including the corn hummus, beet horseradsih spread, the crudo, mushroom escargot, and blistered green beans. While this might not seem like enough food, it was plenty. My personal favorites were green beans and dips (hummus & spread) but the pita was also a star! While I enjoyed the mushroom escargot, it was slightly off putting as a vegetarian (but that is a personal dislike). We also tried a few of their drinks which were very refreshing. There were a few negatives that we experienced but I am willing to give them a pass as they opened very recently. Some of these negatives include: - While we had a reservation, it still took us about 30m to be seated on a Wednesday at noon! - We were told that the order would be spread out into courses but everything arrived at once. Our server was really apologetic about this and offered to send some stuff back but it just didn't make senese. - They were out of a few things that we tried to order Overall, much better experience than Ema read more