We went to Garrison to celebrate my amazing sister. The staff were amazing. They treated us like we've known them for years. Yes, we might know Josh. That's about it. I've been so many restaurants. The foodie, I am. But, it was the most amazing experience. I'm a Chef and love trying new food. I literally dream about the biscuits, and the oysters still. The steaks were honestly the best I've ever had, and I make a badass steak at home. So, I will be going back. I'll have to take some biscuits to go lol read more

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We had reserved the new year eve dinner some months ago with wine pairing for a juicy price of 756$ for two. When arriving, we were told that the wine pairing was not included in our reservation. After showing them the confirmation email, they noticed a problem in their system. Maybe, but anyway, it wasn't a good start. The food was excellent, no complaints about it, but some of the wine pairing were not the best choice IMHO. The service was decent but we had no time between the course to enjoy the moment. 6 courses in 2 hours is a bit too fast for us. read more

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Shockingly and unjustifiably overpriced. The dishes took a long time to come out, including what should have been a salad with fresh greens but had wilted greens. Other dishes were over salted. Total disappointment that left me feeling hungry and like I was ripped off. read more

Everything I can ever want in a dining experience & the best restaurant I have been to in years. Garrison pays attention to every detail of dining, from the friendly host who shows you to your table and pulls the seat out for you to the exquisite food where every bite is incredible. I never knew a biscuit or tater tots could taste so good. From where I was sitting I could see the chefs preparing food and that was so entertaining. I loved the lighting and music and really just everything about this fine establishment. I cannot wait to go back to Austin just so I could dine here again! read more

I didn't realize this restaurant was located all the way in the back of the hotel. The service was fairly good. The food was very good. Food: Beef tartare - delicious Tuna - very good Octopus - nicely charred Skate wing - very good Duck with foie gras - hands down the best dish of the night Porterhouse - good Maitake mushrooms - a bit too salty Mille fieue - very good Chocolate soufflé - delicious with the raspberry sorbet read more

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Came here to say with colleagues to celebrate a birthday while on a work trip. Incredible service from all the staff but in particular our waiter. Great recommendations on menu items and wine pairings. Be prepared that they ask you order all food at once and then they close it out for you. The wood fired flavor on the food from their special oven was extra noticeable and added to the ambiance. 10/10 recommend if in downtown Austin. read more

We had a wonderful dinner at Garrison ! We ate the best dishes ,that remind me the Michelin Star Chef at San Francisco CA, Chef John Satterfield ! read more

If you are wondering where this restaurant is like I was, it is inside the Fairmont Hotel. We parked in the hotel's parking structure and paid $20 for 3 hours. We had reservations and were seated immediately by the hostess who was warm and helpful. We did not wait long at all u til our server greeted us and asked what beverages we would like. We both ordered a glass of wine and I also got a cappuccino. The courses were flowing and each was better than the last. I never thought I would enjoy an oyster but I definitely did! Then the tartlet with goat cheese was a huge winner! Each dish got better and better! There was a halibut dish I was not huge on but then again if it's not sushi I do not love fish. Even the dessert was invigorating and wonderful! My husband and I kept looking at one another awestruck. The ambiance was phenomenal itself as well. I also noticed two men with hats on while dining which I found to be in poor taste. Guys take your hats off when eating please, didn't you learn that as a child!? Lol Parking was easy to find in the parking structure, we were waiting in front of the hotel for a valet and that was nowhere to be found so we ventured ourselves and found the structure. We will definitely be back to try a full sized dinner portion but the chef's tasting menu was delightful! read more

Garrison - Table setup - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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definitely being added to my top 10 restaurants in austin! I'd highly recommend their beef tartare, crispy spanish octopus, roasted duck breast rossini (my absolute favorite), and the akaushi wagyu! they're also located right in the Fairmont so don't forget to grab a drink at their hotel bar after! read more

Garrison - roasted duck breast - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Every meal here is a work of art with incredible taste. A favorite is the octopus as well as the vegetable crudites with miso dip, both with a gorgeous presentation. They have an assortment of non-alcoholic drinks that pair well with the food and they're always happy to give suggestions. I usually eat pescatarian but had lamb and steak here too and I recommend both and well, EVERYTHING! The environment is upscale yet cozy and friendly, with an open kitchen and some of the best seats watching the cooking and plating. This is the kind of place you can go dressed up or in jeans and feel right at home. Great for a date night, business meal, or fun with friends. Solo dining is welcome! read more

This is one of those places that you go once in your life just to say you went. My boyfriend and I went for our anniversary, and they made it really, really special for us, which we appreciated dearly. The staff was great, they were friendly and kind in answering our questions and the meal itself is more of an experience than a meal. If you have the chance, you have to try the duck, it is so delicious, and I think about it to this day. The ambiance of this place is extremely dark and modern, giving you just enough visibility to see the person sitting across from you. Overall, the food will somehow fill you, but you might want to eat something after still, depending on how much you order. Expect to spend a pretty penny here, because I believe our meal came out to be ~$300 for 2 people. This is more of an experience than a restaurant and my boyfriend and I were very glad we got to experience this place. Would we return? I think this is one of those places that returning too often would ruin the fun, but we could see ourselves coming back in a few years to taste that delicious duck once again. Oh, and did I mention they customized the menu to wish us a happy anniversary? It was so kind! read more

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Came here for a birthday dinner, and the food and service were top notch. The house martini is served is cold and in a glass vial tube. Only downside was our reservation seating wasn't on time, and we didn't get sat until about 20-30 minutes after arrival. Not a big deal, but if we're dropping the money on a top notch experience, would be nice to only have a short wait with a reservation. Nonetheless, we'll be back for the solid food! read more

I don't usually write reviews but this was a must. Very disappointing experience. I'm writing this review from the table. Had've wanting to try this restaurant for a long time and maybe I should have stayed like that. We order different plates and they all came out dry and cold :( I don't know how that could have been possible. There were only 3 tables to serve I had very high expectations from this restaurant and they were not even halfway met. Coming from a chef, is clear they don't care about the execution of the dishes. If you want to have an nice dinner, I suggest go somewhere else. Also the ambiance is way off, looks like a buffet from a motel. read more

Hands down the best food in Austin! This is an updated review! Exactly a year ago we walked into Garrison and since then we have brought all of our friends to experience the amazing food and spectacular service! All staff are extremely friendly and make sure you're taken care of! Chef Jakub never disappoints, Eric makes us feel like a family every single time! Jasper is just amazing! I don't remember wanting to go back to a restaurant so badly before I even leave the restaurant! I travel a lot and had dined in some of the best restaurants but nothing compares to Garrison! Do yourself a favor and check out Garrison if you find any reservations! Ps. Here's a pic of me and my friends visiting and they all were amazed by how delicious the food was! read more

Garrison - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

We went to Garrison on 1.13.24 for my birthday dinner. We haven't been here since Jan 2020, pre-pandemic. And I can probably only come every four years bc of the price! Holly Molly, what an amount to pay for food, lol! I'll get to more on that in a minute. We made reservations for two at 6:30. We arrived early and seated promptly. No one was there for a Saturday night at 6:30. We probably didn't need reservations. My husband ordered a Shiner, and I ordered iced tea. I'm not a drinker, so no alcohol for me. First, before I start, I should mention I'm on a weight loss journey and ordered according to my new diet plan. We began with SMOKED POTATO PIEROGI with caramelized onion cream, pickled shallot. Three pierogi came with the appetizer. It was delicious! The right amount of cream, to the shallot, to pierogi was perfect. There was a nice smoky flavor that wasn't overpowering the dish. For our entrees, my husband ordered the STRIP with grilled shishito, guajillo, and smoked black bean. I ordered the PASTURE RAISED CHICKEN with braised radishes, leek soubise, and truffle jus. Our two sides were TATOR TOTS, with aerated gruyère cheese, black truffle, and GRILLED BROCCOLI with brown butter, horseradish béarnaise. (You see caps bc I am copying the names from their online menu, and I don't feel like fixing it; deal with it!). My husband, "I hate broccoli, I'm not gonna eat that stuff, it's all ours!" Husband trying the broccoli, "omg that's really good, wow, oh wow. I want more." lol. Never knock it till you try it! Our main dishes were fabulous! So delicious, so perfectly cooked, and seasoned. He ordered his strip medium. The two sauces that accompanied the dish were the perfect combination. The pepper was not overpowering the meal. My chicken breast was juicy (or moist, lol), and the truffle jus sauce was mouth-watering. It was the right amount. The leek and radish swirled in the sauce with a bite of chicken, hmmm, my mouth is watering remembering this delicious meal. The black truffle Tator tots were the right amount of crispy on the outside and soft and fluffy in the center. These should be eaten relatively quickly as the sauce on top soaks into the tot, and they do become soggy. To the broccoli, like I said, my husband didn't want to try it. But after his first bite of perfectly steamed broccoli, paired with brown butter and a béarnaise sauce, with breadcrumbs on top, it was, in my opinion, the best steamed broccoli I've ever had! For dessert, we ordered the CHOCOLATE COCONUT with chocolate sorbet, hazelnut whip, and coconut mousse. It was very cold! Like ice cold. It was super chocolatey and light. I only had a few bites as I am on a diet and had enough carbs with the main meal. After eating an appetizer, sharing two sides, and my main meal, I did not feel full or overstuffed. Everything was excellent and paired well with one another. Now to the bill, with tip, we spent $300 for two ppl. That may not seem a lot to some ppl, but for us, we don't spend that kind of money. We are not rich ppl, and we don't even spend that amount of money on groceries each week. BUT, once every four years, for some fantastic and delicious food, why not! Oh, and I will mention, my dessert was comped for my birthday! All in all, it was a wonderful experience. It is pleasant to eat out at a fancy place and eat dishes that I can not make myself. read more

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Went with a friend after SXSW for drinks and dessert. We ended up ordering the tater tots, apple tart and almond cake. We sat at the chefs table and spoke with the kitchen staff and cooks. Highly recommend over a regular table. It was so much fun! The food was delicious, service impeccable, treat yourself to night out. I'll be back to try out a full dinner service. read more

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We went to Garrison for our anniversary dinner and it surpassed my expectations. The food, service and ambiance were impeccable. Our server was awesome and made sure we had the best experience. The hostess was sweet enough to take our picture and wished us a happy anniversary. This may seem small, but I can't count how many times I've made reservations at high end restaurants and notated that we were celebrating a special event and it went unacknowledged. When we got to the table, they had special menus wishing us a happy anniversary and even gave us a complimentary glasses of bubbly, which was very thoughtful. We started off dinner with the Parker house rolls, which were amazing. I had to stop myself from eating all of them. I would highly recommend getting them. For dinner, I got the grilled Texas Quail and my husband got the Wagyu steak. My quail was delicious and very filling, but the wagyu steak was out of this world. We had the tater tots with aerated Gruyère cheese and black truffles. OMG was this delicious. I was so full at this point, but we still ordered dessert. We shared the bourbon dessert and that was also delicious. Overall, I would highly recommend Garrison. The whole experience was exceptional and we will definitely come back next time we are in Austin. read more

Garrison - Grilled Texas quail, wagyu steak and Tater Tots - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I loveeeeeeeeed this place. From the moment you walk in, you feel like you're at some Michelin star restaurant from the top-notch service that you receive (my waiter even pulled out my chair for me to sit). I will say you should come dressed a bit fancier because I saw a lot of men dressed in suits and women in dresses. The food here is incredible. I thought the spanish octopus was particularly really great, and both the entrees my boyfriend and I ordered were so tasty. I thought the potato in the skate wing dish was also very memorable (ikr, even the POTATO was great). Would love to come back here to try more dishes! read more

Garrison - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Before I get into my review let me preface with, I'm a new Austin transplant from Charleston SC via Kansas City Kansas. The parking is easy, residing under the hotel or opt for a valet. The Fairmount hotel hides several delectable little secrets that I was unprepared to experience. The entrance to the hotel is posh, inviting to what I can only assume is the upper crust of Austin. There is a wonderful, wide open reception area with an upscale bar, daring you to try one of their inventive cocktails. From the reception area, the doors to an indoor bistro style food court, delighting the senses w/different nook restaurants. A centralized bar anchors the ambiance complimented by Pan-Asian, Italian, pastries, a hamburger joint, and of course the object of my review, The Garrison. I rather loved the Garrison's façade, quaint with a southern, sit on the porch sipping sweat tea and bourbon decor. Upon entering, guests' expectations are rightfully elevated with a dark ambiance, enhanced by touches of blue, warm wood fixtures, & comfy furniture. The staff, or "front of the house" personnel are prompt, knowledgeable and attentive to the guests. Our server was fairly new but a simple delight, being honest if she wasn't sure about an item & making it her mission to promptly find answers to my inquires. I had a simply wonderful date whom had a great palate and her tastes & nose for wine rivaled, if not surpassed mine own. So, we were both impressed with the wine list as its vast but not overwhelming while possessing options from around the world. Our evening started with a 2014 Gerald Bertrand wine varietal having Grenache, Syrah & Mourvedre grapes. It was a very smooth wine with notes of red berries, and medium tannins. A suggestion from the bartender in the previous mentioned bar said "you have to try the tator tots". The inner 14-year-old boy was instantly taken back to high school and almost as a dare, we opted to utilize his knowledge. My date and I both found the tots to be perfectly cooked with a subtle crunch but elevated the gruyere "foam" and a healthy topping of truffles. I debated telling my partner in crime, they were horrible so I could consume them all, but alas I opted for the high road. Joking aside, they were outstanding. My date picked out the Finca Decero Remolinos Malbec from Argentina. Another score as it had a slightly higher acidity with a forward bouquet of flowers rounded out by plums and cherries. This went perfectly with my dinner and oddly enough hers as well. She had a perfectly seared turbot w/ smoked kissed potatoes, pickled garlic and roe. The dish was light, the fish flaky, and was elegant without pretention. This dish juxtaposed my dinner of a bold medium rare duck breast topped by foie gras, on brioche with dollops of celeriac and of course another generous helping of truffles. The duck was perfectly cooked and the liver gave it a nice kiss of fat to maintain the moisture. I would have liked a touch more celeriac however I believe the amount was more of a sort of starchy palate cleanser. Both of these dishes were well executed in regards of complimenting flavors, contrasting textures, and beauty. I opted to pull and audible and order the caviar next. We had one more glass of wine to round out the experience. The 2015 Numanthia Termes from Spain was a simple delight. Initially it has a subtle sweetness what quickly gives way to savory notes of balsamic and oak. My only suggestion is it could have used a bit of aeration so consider decanting it, letting it sit to open up flavors a touch. The Garrison reserve caviar and accompaniments was a slight let down for me. My friend never had caviar so I was greatly anticipating all the spender that came with salty fish eggs, onions, crème fraiche, and a small blini or "pancake". First, we only received johnny cakes, caviar, and cultured cream. Moreover, the caviar was so subtle, the starch overpowered the flavor profile. For dessert we had divine mini-chocolate rounds. The chocolate wasn't too sweet while making the taste buds salivate for another serving for the chocolate explosion. The little "rice niblets" were cute, almost paying homage to a peppercorn mélange, once again invoking feelings of being a kid, using my fingers to grab the "little pretties". Finally, the berry "gummies" rounded out a playful "kid friendly" dish which proved not everything had to be serious. Overall, I feel this restaurant should have a Michelin star. The enchanting ambiance was romantic and inviting like a fire dancing in eyes of your date type vibe. The front of the house was humble, answered all questions and was spot on frequenting my table. Finally, the food was outstanding, crafted with the upmost precision and love. The chef's creations accounted for quantity of food and honed in on flavor and contrasting textures. My high hopes were exceeded on all accounts and I humbly suggest this establishment for its opulence, expertise and overall grandeur. read more

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The food was so delicious and the wait staff AND GM were engaging and knowledgeable. For dinner we had the pierogi, a strip sirloin with truffle tater tots and mocha hazel for dessert. They also provided a premeal tasting, it was duck confit on a bread or cheese disk, I'm not sure what it was but I would eat about 10 of them if I did. The ambiance was upscale and peaceful. Will visit it again next time. read more

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For Valentine's Day I took my wife to dinner at Garrison which is located inside the Fairmont. They featured a prix fixe menu with 7 tastings, which the only options available were if you wanted add caviar, a wine pairing or upgrade your steak to A5 wagyu. We didn't opt for either or them, instead ordering our wine separately by the glass. While the portions seemed small, each bite was delicious and full of flavor. My favorite was of course the eye of rib steak, which was cooked perfectly to my liking, and served with maitake mushrooms. All in all, the food and the service were equally as great. Highly recommended. read more

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Pricey but worth it if you're in Austin. Truffles tater tots is a must! The baked oysters, the grilled sourdough, the banana hazelnut soufflé were outstanding! Snapper crudo was ok and not enough snapper, the octopus was ok, I had better in SF. The service was great! read more

Wow wow wow. Our experience at the Garrison was top-notch. I've been to a lot of higher-end restaurants and this experience may have by far been one of the best restaurant experiences I've ever had. Garrison is located inside the Fairmont hotel right behind one of their indoor restaurants/bars. We made reservations here during our stay at the Fairmont for an early Friday night dinner. The restaurant itself is the perfect mix of a modern and high-end appeal. A smaller space but complete with an open kitchen and smaller tabletops. Our waiter Eugene was PHENOMANAL. Request him if you can!!! He made the experience 10x better by his knowledge, aura, and attentiveness. He made us feel like the only guests in the room. From describing food pairings and flavors to talks on Garrison whiskey, he is a 5 STAR WAITER!!! He even gave us a taste of their Garrison barrel whiskey (a very very expensive shot) and it worked in his favor because my man ended up purchasing a shot of it and now enjoys it anywhere we travel in Texas. I indulged in the romaine hearts and whole grilled branzino. Absolutely amazing. Flavors are rich and unique. Eugene did an incredible job helping us make selections and describing our plates as they were brought out to us. The entire experience is 10/10 from overall ambiance to service and food. I will definitely be back!! read more

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Still an excellent restaurant but we were sad they took the truffle tater tots off the menu. We thought the tots were one of the best signature dishes in Texas. The service is still impeccable, the creative "snack" starters are beautifully executed and we enjoyed our meal. But please, bring back the tots! read more

Great dinner! My companion had the branzino. It was good but watch out of the fish bones. I had the pork chop. But the best part of the whole dinner was actually the complimentary appetizers. The cubed chickpeas were so yummy, I wanted to have dozens of those! read more

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They made the dining experience for our anniversary really special. I was preggo at the time so they got me sparkling cider and bubbles to celebrate. Our meal and service were phenomenal. We enjoyed all our food. The menu changes option but you can't go wrong with this location for a date night or special a occasion. read more

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This is a beautiful restaurant with a great staff! They really go out of their way to be accommodating. The food overall was good. The octopus and the choc dessert were my stand out dishes. Their tuna crudo was also delicious and completely unique. My husband loved his gin flight. My only complaint would be the meat. I guess for a fine dining restaurant, I expected it to be more tender than tough. I was not a fan of the duck breast and wish I would have gone with the fish instead. The menu was definitely a hit or miss for me. read more

Garrison - Wagyu beef, duck breast and tater tots - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Came here for my Birthday on a recent trip to Austin. Ended up having an amazing and memorable dinner. Service here was top notch and all of the food was excellent. Since it was my birthday I decided to splurge and start off with the caviar. Caviar was excellent and especially enjoyed the accoutrements. I also ordered the ice cold Belvedere vodka martini that paired perfectly with the caviar (they do have a separate caviar martini that is the martini plus a little spoonful of caviar). For my entree I ordered the Roasted Duck Breast Rossini. It is duck breast with Foie Gras and truffle on top of brioche. This dish was super decadent and delicious. My friend ordered the whole grilled branzino which he thoroughly enjoyed. Very glad I came here for dinner. Great place for special occasions or if you just want a fancy dinner. read more

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Go to Garrison when you want to treat yourself to a meal you won't regret. The duck was unreal read more

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We came here for my bf's 40th and I had noted it in the reservation. I was impressed by their attention to that detail. They made sure to greet him with that when we entered. It was such a great start to our experience. They started us off with some cute, delicious bites. Then our orders of Yelp's raved items from reviews followed. We had Sourdough, Tater Tots and Octopus. I worried the Tater Tots were overhyped, but they were delicious. They really did pile on the truffle without overwhelming the other ingredients. The porcini butter was delicious with the sourdough and the octopus was well executed. For drinks, we had Antiquity and some wine. Both were delish. All of is paired very well with the dimmed, trendy vibe of the restaurant (almost like exclusivity as it is in the back of the establishment behind a bar/restaurant). We followed Swordfish and Ribeye. Loved the roe pairing with the swordfish. BF enjoyed his ribeye. They brought us an aged folded up paper that held the dessert menu (super cute!). We went with the Bourbon Meringue it was heavenly on the tastebuds. Service was a perfect balance of attentiveness and respect for privacy. Loved it! read more

We came here for their Valentines tasting menu but I really left wishing I had went on a regular day, Initially coming into Garrison I was in awe of the ambience and the courtyard that really made you feel like you were in an upscale Vegas restaurant. The feel of the restaurant definitely gives Garrison extra points and the service is amazing. However, though the chef used quality ingredients I don't think the restaurant lives up to the reviews I read. I came to Garrison hoping that if I was paying $125 a seat that the chef would bring out something that would wow me. What I thought was mediocre and disappointing -Oyster and steak Tatar: The bread was stale and the oyster wasn't the best I have had. -Cucumber Kanpachi salad: very mediocre and only had two pieces of Kanpachi and the sauce was the only thing that stood out. -Eye of rib: The quality itself just wasn't the best and the only thing that was good about it was the sauce and mushrooms. What I liked - Smoked potato Agnolotti: one of the better dishes, the garlic and Smokey flavor aspects really stood out. -Pan roasted scallop: this dish really held down this dinner, I thought the whole dish was amazing and was defiantly what I came here thinking all the dishes would be like. Great combination of flavors. The tasting menu honestly disappointed me and made me feel like the food here was a little lackluster. read more

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Oh my! The porterhouse steak was absolutely delicious; paired with the squash... A+. Servers were wonderful and very attentive. J.R was amazing and I enjoyed having him as our waiter. I will definitely come back again on my next trip to Austin. read more

Garrison - Grilled Yams - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Overall, the food and ambiance were on par. I sat at the bar and saw my food cooked. Definitely try the tators-the truffle wow, made it so delectable. The Texas red fish was also cooked to perfection. Unfortunately, the restaurant didn't have the soufflé for dessert but they did comp my 2nd choice of dessert. The service was fab. read more

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Incredible steaks and drinks. They know how to make an occasion special! The manager and the chef really care about the quality of food and the customer experience. It is pretty fantastic here ... and I am excited to come back to try more! Tonight, we attended a special Tequila tasting and it was awesome! Every dish was filled with lots of different flavors and the pairings were interesting and fun. Cheers ... to a very successful event! read more

SPECTACULAR. The food was amazing (Great job chefs!) The service was SPLENDID (Thank you Jasper, Eugene & George) & the manager of the establishment Eric is quite grand. We have a very "instagrammable" night here, loved everything about this place. So glad they are reopened! Check out these amazing photos read more

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Garrison has one of the top 3 steaks I have ever tasted in my life. Their bread was also amazing but I couldn't eat too much of that. Everything was excellent, but the steak just stood out to me as amazing! read more

Had a great experience with a group of friends for a birthday party! The food was amazing and the atmosphere was equally as amazing. The restaurant is a hidden gem in the Fairmount hotel, you may have to ask someone to find it like I had to. The service is great they're very professional and attentive. Added bonus the espresso martinis were really good! read more

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I really wanted to like this place. It was featured on the list of must-have Austin experiences for the tater tots, so I dutifully made a reservation, found parking, and went through the hotel to find this restaurant. I will say that the restaurant itself is beautiful, down to the lighting and the table decor. The service was good... if a little on the pretentious side (I don't really need or want my server to tell me that I can or can't use a fork for an amuse-bouche). But other than the condescension, the servers were prompt and very polite, so that was awesome. Now, you might say, Valerie, that all sounds fine, why isn't this a 4 star review, if you're being picky about the service? Well, dear reader, that would be because of the food. And maybe it was an off day because other people seem to love this place, but it was really just meh to me. It certainly has all the elements of elevated cuisine, but it just wasn't exceptional for me. Other than the rolls - those were pretty cool! How do you get rolls to taste completely different when you add butter and honey?! As in, the texture changed completely and they were so good combined, whereas they were meh alone. But the tater tots... First, these aren't tater tots. They weren't crispy and they were doused in sauce and truffle shavings. And they weren't hot when they were served. And the tilefish kohlrabi was interesting, but didn't really come together for me as an exceptional dish. It wasn't terrible, but also just wasn't great. I think this is a case where I was disappointed because it was so well-rated and I expected more from them, but this isn't really a place I'd try again. Which I'm sure they're super happy about since they didn't really try to make me feel particularly welcomed. So, misalignment on taste and temperatures for me. On to the next, I suppose! read more

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We go on about 2-3x dates a month to high end restaurants a month and this was by far and away the worst dining experience me and my fiancée have had in the last 2+ years. To start our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and gave her spiel, which was appreciated. We were seated overlooking the food so we knew exactly what we wanted. We ordered about 5-6x entrees, which came out all at the exact same time, which is when our dicing experience took a major turn for the worst. What fine dining restaurant serves you 5x hot orders at once? The server literally came out with the food and appropriate cutlery and then went back and grabbed dish after dish and before we had one bite we had all of our appetizers spread out over not only our seating area but our neighbors as well. So now we have 8x table settings and food spread out all over the place and we're in a rush to eat our food before it gets cold. The food was good, but the lifelessness of serving us everything at once and not caring about the food getting cold or spreading it out or anything was a little too robotic for us. The food was amazing, but if you are looking for a dining experience that matches the price then please for the love of god go anywhere else, because the service is trash and they don't care about you. read more

Got here a 15 minutes earlier than actual reservation but the host in the front kindly lead us to the restaurant. The hostess were very nice and we were seated almost immediately. The server was friendly and attentive (he sounded a little nervous though). As a cocktail, I ordered Farrah's watching which reminded old fashioned. It had nice flavor but but overpriced. For starters, beef tartare was very nice with tortilla chip on it. Homemade sourdough was a little oily but the homemade butter was very nice. I ordered the duck dish which was overall great but the the bread on the very bottom felt unnecessary and was too oily. My sister ordered rib eye. Meat itself textured very nice and turnip was nice also. The desert was refreshing and end the meal in a very pleasant way. Overall, the experience was awesome and definitely want to go back whenever I'm in Austin. read more

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