Creative. Contemporary. Not pretentious. Warm, attentive service. And be sure to save room for dessert! read more

Great restaurant, most things are fire roasted since that's the thing they do, perfect service, not cheap but well worth it. Absolutely everything was excellent. Drinks at the rooftop bar at the 6th floor was a good follow up read more

They have a VERY unique menu. One of a kind presentation. Informed and attentive staff. Every table gets a visit from the manager for a "wellness check" I can't wait to come back when I'm in Austin again read more

Garrison - Open kitchen. Amazing staff - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Wow! Food here was outstanding and service was so attentive. They were accommodating when it came to my food allergy. My husband and I had the tasting menu and holy moly the rib cap and the carciofi were to die for! Also, BEST tater tots we've ever had! Go check this restaurant out! Such a magical night! read more

This is not your typical hotel restaurant. I am still dreaming about my dining experience at Garrison. I can't even begin to tell you how flavorful every single dish and bite was. The service was equally as impeccable. If you're out of town or local, Garrison is a must. I almost didn't want to write a review bc I want to keep this one of Austin's best kept secrets! read more

Garrison - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Fantastic. All of it. Ignore the moron who didn't like the grilled bread and "green alien slime". The chef here is an artist and it shows. My husband had the NY Strip and I had the vegetarian pasta. No joke - was one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. Anywhere. Husband finished it for me so he thought so too. Come here. You won't regret it. It's amazing. The whole staff is also amazing. They went out of their way to make sure we were happy. We'll be back. Can't wait. read more

The most Amazing Dinner Experience. Just finished a Beautiful Thanksgiving dinner @ Garrison. Thank you for the most thoughtful plates and the service is Outstanding. Eugene was our server. Best! Chris & Nancy D'Agostino read more

Incredible food and service! Even the cheapest bottle of wine was exquisite! Everything was amazing. This is my new favorite restaurant in Austin, no doubt about it. read more

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This is NOT a hotel restaurant. We almost didn't go because we generally avoid hotel-affiliated restaurants at all costs, but I am so so glad that we gave this one a chance. Step 1: make a reservation well ahead of time Step 2: show up ready for a lengthy, delicious, and fancy dinner Every part of this dining experience was carefully planned by the Chef, who studied under Thomas Keller (aka he knows exactly what he's doing and he knows what good service means). There is a 1:1 waiter to dining party ratio, so the small restaurant is never more than half full. The servers are attentive and super helpful. The dishes are carefully assembled, down to the garnishes. Frills don't mean anything if the food doesn't taste good though and the food here was some of the best I've had. The meal started with two amuse-bouche from the chef. Each one bite and each I wish I could've had 12 more of. One was an arancini and the other, a pastry puff filled with cheese. For the meal, I ordered squid ink pasta (homemade to order) that came with pancetta, manilla clams, and bottarga. It was perfectly salty and delicious. Didn't take any pictures because it was dark and didn't want to make a fool of myself in this dining establishment, but the dishes were beautiful. Others ordered the NY striploin, vegetable gado gado, and grilled octopus. There wasn't a crumb left on a single plate. I can't say enough about this place, one of the best dining experiences I've had. Next time I'll definitely get a seat at the counter so I can watch the magic happening in the Kitchen. read more

Everything from the food, to the decor to the service and drinks here are simply excellent - And fun! The thing about their dishes and combinations is that it really leaves your mouth feeling very interested and bubbly. I won't ruin the mystery by going on and on with details, but if you can seriously CHECK IT OUT! read more

Best meal I've ever had. I came here with my family to celebrate getting my college ring from UT and we were left speechless by the food and the whole experience. They take really good care of their customers here. The food is incredible, the chefs were incredible, the service, the presentation... everything was incredible. I will be back here for all future special occasions. Hands down best restaurant in Austin. read more

Service and hospitality is amazing - 5/5 Food options are a little a less, I ordered a branzino but that was extra salty but they covered up for that. Sourdough was amazing, must have. They can work on ambience and overall setup, as of now it's a big space with chairs and tables nothing out of ordinary for fine dine experience. Desserts are great too, we tried Yuzu , tastes very different and unique. read more

Absolutely phenomenal. Perfectly cooked rib-eye steak was juicy and has a great fruity hint to it. Dessert was great and the service was remarkable. And no, this place is no where near the environment of Las Vegas. I would love to come back here. This place is good to the point where I would fly from the other side of the world if I had to, to have the food here. read more

Best food! Gorgeously plated! Superb service. Perfect for a date night or any special occasion. If you are not into steaks order whatever fresh fish option they have! Don't forget truffle tots and grilled sourdough with avocado butter! read more

My friend and I ate here last Saturday night. We were wowed from the moment we walked in. We were even given samples of food that we didn't order. The food...AMAZING. The service... TOP NOTCH. There wasn't one part that was missed. Thank you! read more

Had the tasting menu. Mind blowing! Artful presentations, mouthwatering, the pairing is such great value and isn't just wine but interesting cocktails. This is the kind of meal I've been searching for in Austin since moving from California. Elevated, will totally be back. read more

Great service and loved everything we tasted. They do so you order everything at once (apps, sides,entrees). They started off asking about allergies which we loved having people in our family with severe allergies. read more

While the steak was not my absolute favorite, the staff, wine list, octopus appetizer and amazing desserts were a winning combination. The waiters were incredibly attentive without being fussy. They acknowledged our special celebration and feted us with complimentary champagne and side dishes. And the octopus was truly the best I've ever had. I also highly recommend the meringue and bourbon dessert, which I would've eaten two of on my own. In general, a wonderful evening you can't find fault with. read more

Not impressed. Not good. Over priced. I had high hopes for Garrison, I'll list my reasons why I think it's not worth the hype down below. 1. It's inside a hotel. 2. I ate the grilled octopus, bread with "avocado butter" , I had froigras tart, burrata, and some desert. Octopus was tender but burnt.the bread was grilled ??? And the avocado butter looked like alien slime no flavor at all. The froigras tart was honestly the worst thing I've eaten. Although it sounds good, it came out like a slice of grey key lime pie. Warm and salty. Burratta was great but that damn grilled bread. Overall the place isn't worth the price tag read more

This place is amazing!! Impeccable service and high quality food. Everything we tried was exceptional. Best dining experience in Austin.

Phenomenal. Absolutely continues to knock your dining experience out of the park. Every. Single. Thing! Austin I'm telling you this restaurant is a gem. The drinks to starters to main dish is exceptional. Did you know we have a Michelin trained chef in Austin?! I had the absolute best octopus ever, including my experiences in Spain and Italy. The tots are out of this world. The mushrooms are so flavorful. The the branzino, the cap steak, the duck mains were superb. Every single item on the menu that we tried was A++. Get yourself an old fashioned with the Fairmont blend Garrison Brothers. I find that a lot of Austin restaurants try hard to be pretty but don't hit a homerun. Garrison is in a league of its own. Don't mind the Vegas feel when you walk through. The service is exceptional (shout out to Hayley for a wonderful night with fantastic recommendations). I can't wait to return again! read more

Cannot say enough about how great our dinner was. Off the charts. We all started with the caviar and vodka drink and we all loved it. The table had a mix of food and we all agreed that it was all delicious but everyone's favorite was the truffle tater tots. read more

Hidden gem in the Fairmont hotel. Tough to find a nice restaurant in this city that isn't already hyped out of proportion. But Garrison has top notch ingredients and really excels in that high class environment feeling they're going for. Nice steaks and fish for entrees, appetizers with fresh octopus or truffle, and tremendous wine menu. Had the octopus and avocado to start and tater tots with truffles in the middle. Had the chicken, cod, and ribeye for entrees. Wine and some nice cocktails for drinks. Started with complimentary one biters to help get the meal going (love it when restaurants do this!). Octopus fresh and cooked nicely, but little tiny. Smokey flavor of the mole really worked though. Avocado a weirdly textured dish but it worked when the avocado and crackers came together in a bite. Tater tots were one of the best dishes I've had all year. Covered in a creamy cheese and thinly sliced truffles. Seared potatoes on each side that just fell apart with each bite. Dish is a signature and really worked overall. Could work as a starter or with the mains - either or. Chicken enough for two people easily. Skin smokey one again and tons of white meat. Cod worked well when dipped and much larger portioned than I thought. Ribeye small in oz size but great cut. A bit inconsistency in grilling, but the medium rare cuts extremely juicy and nice. Greens on the bottom worked as a premium spinach variety, as well. Ribeye over priced for sure at $65, but other dishes pretty reasonable for the presentation, flavors, and size. Service a little intrusive with 5 waiters for our table during an hour and a half meal, but overall had a nice meal. Validated parking in self-park (I believe they validate valet as well) and received complimentary gummy and chocolate pecans on the way out. Garrison really is a hidden restaurant with a nice menu that I would recommend to all for a nice business dinner or a celebration. Probably should like the smokey taste and smell if you come here, but other than that good for all types of diners. read more

We came here for my birthday dinner and the food was amazing. Strangely, there were some hiccups in the service which was a disappointment after reading other reviews. Our main course came to the table and we had no silverware, our waiter was kind and gracious but he was literally running to keep up, and they have a strange liking to oversized spoons to serve or eat everything. Also, our amuse was put on the table with no explanation, I had to ask our waiter what we were served. The being said, everything else was fabulous. I was greeted with birthday wishes from the staff. They brought out complementary deserts for my husband and myself with a pretty birthday candle on mine. We started with great martinis, his gin, mine vodka, and ordered the caviar service. It was pricey ($120) but wonderful! Then we shared the octopus, also delicious, but a few grilled potato slices would have made it better for me. Then we shared the beet dish and the porterhouse steak which melted in my mouth. There wasn't one bite that disappointed in the dinner. WE loved it! read more

We had high hopes for this restaurant. The hotel lobby is gorgeous. Same for the bar on the way to the restaurant. The complimentary sparkling wine was a nice touch as was the amuse bouche although the later was a little underwhelming. We ordered the bread, knowing in advance that it came at a price, despite most restaurants of this caliber including something along these lines as complimentary. And this course introduced us to what became a common theme and one that the restaurant is very proud of, its exclusive use of wood to cook the food. We love the idea, but it turns out that this smokey flavor pervades every thing that it touches. The octopus was charred, a bit too much, and tentacles served whole (might have been a bit too much truth in advertising there) and the wood taste was even more pronounced than the bread. And, on to the main course, the whole Branzino. Very nice, but guess what flavor we experienced yet again? Yep, it was that lovely wood smoke yet again. When we dine in a fine restaurant, we love to be exposed to new tastes and flavors, not the same one over and over again in different forms and textures. A few other side notes. $20 for a mixed drink should blow your mind. The Horchata Milk Punch did not, a bit too fruity and uncomplex. Having made a reservation a month in advance should have gotten us a nice table, not one next to a group of eight happy, young adults with a sound volume that one might expect in a happening bar scene, not a fine dining restaurant. And this was because the restaurant was packed and every table was taken? Nope, several other tables much further away from this lovely group sat unoccupied the entire meal. And on a much more minor note, the least expensive beef dish was $65. On a positive note, the chocolate soufflé was incredible. Perfectly baked, decadently delish! read more

There's is something magical about dining in The Garrison at the gorgeous Fairmont Hotel..from the moment we walked through the door the greeting was warm and welcoming..the atmosphere is classy, elegant and interactive! The staff from beginning to end are knowledgeable, observant and hospitable. We even observed a situation that seemed like it could potentially become escalated was simply de-escalated by the two chefs who handled it right before our eyes with such grace and humility! in addition to that, Did I mention the food yet.. loll (squirrel) Each time we've flown out to Austin we stop in at the garrison to enjoy beautifully prepared meals lavished generously with an array of fresh, whole goodness.. Aged, seasoned and prepared to perfection! Just take a look, even my lovey Henry James enjoyed a little bit of pasta, fish and The wine list is also extensive One thing for sure, is if your ever in Austin at the same time as me.. the Garrison is where you'll find me! #31yearsinlove #flyinggrandparents #alwaysonpoint #welovegoodeats #thisplaceisgoodeats! read more

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I have never been disappointed here. If you are complaining about this place then you are a person who always finds a reason to complain. I came here for the third time and I walk in and recognize all the waiters, who call me and welcome me back by name. Besides the food being amazing the waiters are always accommodating to me being vegan/pescatarian. I always look forward to my next visit at Garrison. When I left Garrisons, the battery in my car died. Right away the valet man brought me over a jumper for my car which started right away and I was in my way home. This place really makes life better! read more

We've now been to Garrison 3 times (as part of a staycation at The Fairmont) and each experience was absolutely wonderful! Fantastic food and great service! Definitely a special place for us. Don't be turned off by the Vegas type upscale food court you walk through. It really is worth it! We will return again. read more

We dined at Garrison during the Veterans day weekend and had a great time. We tried the chef's tasting menu, and all the courses were flavorful and presented beautifully. (If you're going to try this option for dining, you do have to have an open mind.) My favorites were the Hand Cut Tagliatelle and Wagyu Rib Cap- so delicious with the wine pairings! Our evening was only made better by the friendly staff, especially the restaurant manager Eric. Excellent, all around. If you're staying at the Fairmont Austin, or are in the area and looking for a fine dining experience, stop by Garrison. read more

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This place has delicious food and the atmosphere is classy! We loved the tart appetizers...so good! I had the branzino and it was cooked perfectly. The dry rosé was perfectly paired with the meal. read more

Great experience sitting at the kitchen. Fun. Great swordfish pasta dish and an awesome soufflé and cool to watch a professional kitchen perform. Go, sit at the bar table near the kitchen. read more

This was one of the best dinners I have ever had. We were celebrating a wedding anniversary and they went above and beyond to make it memorable. The service was amazing. The food was incredible. Cannot recommend this restaurant enough. read more

We had the pleasure of enjoying the chef's tasting menu here for my mom's birthday. Every dish we tried was incredible, and we especially loved the grilled avocado, the steak tartare, the wagyu, and the truffle tater tots (a must try!). The food here is thoughtful and balanced while also being creative and fun, unlike many local New American joints that, quite frankly, try too hard (achem, Launderette). The cocktails (the sake one!) and desserts were also fantastic. The service was friendly, attentive and generous. Chef Andre and his team are simply great at what they do. I will definitely be back and highly recommend. Thank you Garrison for a wonderful and memorable meal. read more

Such great customer service! So, Thank you Alvin ...you were so kind and helpful with all of our indecision. And, most importantly.... this place has such delicious food!! I had the smoked chicken and it was so flavorful and moist. My husband had the branzino and he said it was the best fish he's ever had. My husband said that you have to dip the fish in the green sauce that's on the plate...and by doing that, the fish is just taken to a whole other level. My friend had the octopus and she pretty much inhaled that dish, she said it was just too good. We also had the artichoke appetizer which was soooooo good!! The TATOR TOTS were truly the best gourmet tots I've ever eaten!!!!! The sourdough bread was so fresh and so darn good!! The roasted carrots were perfectly sweetened and I couldn't believe I was eating carrots....so good. Lovely evening! Hats off to the Chef and the wait staff. read more

Beautiful restaurant in a beautiful hotel. I went for my birthday and enjoyed everything from start to finish. My favorites were the octopus and the branzino. At the end the gave us little desserts. I will definitely be back. read more

Tucked away in the back of the fairmont, this restaurant truly delivers on all aspects of fine dinning!! This is a must wether you live in Austin or visiting!! The menu is inspired by local post-oak wood and chef Jordan Sanchez really delivers on amazing flavors with every dish. read more

Mouthwatering, melt in your mouth, and divine are the first three words I think of when I remember my meal at Garrison's. My husband and I went here to celebrate our one year anniversary and the experience, food, and staff were top notch in all of the categories. Get the porterhouse - you will be sorry if you don't! read more

Wow!!! You leave speechless! I don't even know where to begin...It was our 8 year anniversary and they made our night so special! The customer service from start to finish was over the top. The management was so sweet and always making sure you are ok. Our server George was amazing and recommended some awesome dishes. Everything we ordered was prepared perfectly and tasted amazing. I just cannot say enough about this place. They deserve all the 5 stars reviews because they go above and beyond to make sure you are having a great experience. We will definitely be back!! Just want to thank you for an amazing night! read more

True fine dining is a delectable meal accompanied by a joyful experience. Garrison does this in spades. From preparation to presentation, Garrison feels like a Michelin starred experience, but with more value. My favorites include their take on a Caesar w / romaine hearts and charred alium. The skate and smoked roe was extremely flavorful. The cucumber gado gado was as much art as it was delicious. My suggestion is to come early, stay late and try as much on the small plate menu as possible. Be sure to ask for Jasper and let him enlighten you on the proper wine pairings. I will be returning to try the other two thirds of this menu. read more

It is our pleasure to write a review for Garrisons. We had dinner for six last night at Garrisons for the first time. We all agreed this was by far one of our best ever choices for dining. The service was impeccable and over the top. Our server Monet was so sweet, so well versed in any questions regarding the menu and extremely accommodating with requests from our table. The wine service was beyond perfect, water poured throughout the evening without being asked for which is always a plus. The food was so unexpected. Beautiful presentation of everything. Little comp bites from the chef, flavors you won't believe. The homemade Sourdough Bread and decadent butter is the best ever. My favorite was the Branzino fish which was deboned and I chose to have the head and tail removed. I've never had anything like this. It was DELICIOUS!!!!! Desserts were the perfect finish to perfect everything not too big but so impressive and unique. The pricing is worth every penny. Our Executive Chef, Jakob Czyszczon, came out afterwards for a group picture which was extremely thoughtful . We would be remiss in not mentioning the Garrisons Manager, Eric Eginard. He has obviously taken great pride in training this amazing staff and he is on site to see that everything is running perfectly at all times. A warm genuine person who we were thrilled to meet and talk with. We Can't wait to return. Five Stars Fondly, Toni Smith read more