Hestia invited us back and treated us to a fantastic dining experience last night, more than making up for our experience on New Year's Eve. We were impressed with everything, from the attentive service to the incredible combination of flavors in each dish. The menu here is so well thought out; each offering is unique and delicious, not to mention high quality. Our favorites from last night included the Tuna Belly Tostada and Crème Brulée starters, followed by the sweet potatoes and the best pork chop I've ever had in my life (the Berkshire Pork Chop, I truly didn't think pork chops could be THAT good), and finishing with the incredibly unique and delicious Sourdough Ice Cream for dessert. You can't go wrong with this menu, I'm confident that all the dishes will impress. If you're someone that loves food like we do, Hestia's offerings are more than just a meal, they are a full sensory experience. Thank you to the whole staff, but especially to George and Rudy for the wonderful service and hospitality! You really made our night and we look forward to dining at Hestia again. read more

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Sorry Hestia for missing my yearly review. But congrats on the Michelin star that is much deserved! We celebrated our anniversary 4 years in a row here. It is also our go-to for birthdays as well. I could write a novel about how good everything is here, but you just need to go experience the magic yourself. Must try: scallop, halibut, sourdough ice cream. Make sure to end your meal with a flaming carajillo too. Service: Shoutout to Alexis and Zenil and the rest of the amazing team! They are true experts in their craft. The ambiance is always very swanky, and the music adds more magic to the place. Book your rezy well in advance now that they got their star, they are booked out! read more

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I'm clearly going against most people with my review. My family did not enjoy our dinner at all at Hestia. It was a great start, we were welcomed and greeted with a happy birthday from the employees and a card on our table. Very nice touch. We started with the side table service for a martini. It was $30 and we expected a nice show for it. The bartender had most things already made and wasn't any different than ordering the drink at the bar, nothing particularly special about it for the up charge. My husband had the oysters and did not like them at all. The most important or flavor attribute of an oyster is the brine and it wasn't there at all. He took the lemon purée off them and just didn't like the dry oysters without brine. The scallops by far were the best thing we had. They were cooked perfectly and the broth was delicious. My husband had the pork and it was ok. Nothing special - we've had much better pork chops for less than half the cost. I had the chicken and enjoyed the flavor. The service is a lot at Hestia. We had so many people constantly at our table. It actually got to be annoying. We finished the scallops and were using the broth to dip our bread. I'm not kidding when I say we had at least 10 people try to take the plate from our table. We had to stop each one to say we were still eating the broth. The last person just reached over and grabbed it without asking. It was like we were on an episode of punked. It was nonstop for about 10 minutes of waiters rotating and trying to take the plate. Hestia is very cute - and the ambience is very lovely. One thing I will say is that they know that there is an issue with guests hitting a big metal bar under their tables. The host was telling us to be careful when sitting not to hit our legs and unaware of where the very oddly placed and my daughter hit her knees on it and got a small scratch and bruise from it. It really should be fixed. read more

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Hestia was outstanding....one of our favorite dining experiences while visiting Austin. 5-star food and service...outstanding experience and meal. We were a group of four and all loved our creative cocktails, the delicious made at your table martinis, and feel in love with their scallop dish and their halibut as well as the green beans - all delicious and incredible. The drink menu is creative and carefully crafted and the wine list provides a great selection. All of our starters and dinner entrees were magnificent but the show stopper was the scallops, beautifully presented in shells on hot rocks. Outstanding dining indulgence and worth a visit. read more

I've heard a lot of great things about Hestia and especially since they just received a Michelin star, I knew I needed to try it. Overall, the service and ambiance was top-notch. We were checked on frequently and the staff were all knowledgeable and gave great recommendations. We ordered the following: Oysters: 4/5 The oysters were fresh, but the flavor was a little overpowered by the habanero gochujang. Pan de cristal: 1/5 This was the bread service recommended by our server. I'm not sure what I was expecting, but it wasn't two loaves of bread with a tiny bit of sauce. The bread was just okay, like your typical free restaurant bread, there was nothing special about it. The apple molasses and butter was alright. It tasted like apple cider vinegar to me. I wasn't a fan of this bread service, especially given the price. However, I did dip some of the bread in the scallop butter which made it 10x better. Scallops: 5/5 Delicious! Perfectly cooked and I loved the sauce. I would order these again and again! Berkshire pork chop: 5/5 I loved this pork chop! Definitely reminds me of Dai Due and their quality. The fat was rendered perfectly and I loved the sweet crust on the chop. I'd order this again in a heartbeat! While this was a great meal, I wouldn't consider it Michelin star-worthy in my opinion. read more

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Our last night in Austin and we wanted to make it good - chose Hestia as it looked very interesting - the waitstaff were perfection and the interior was modern gorgeous and dark, clean bathrooms - service impeccable. The drinks were interesting and strong and the food was very tasty and interesting, the theme being cooked with fire. Everyone enjoyed their food, I wish we had ordered desserts, they would have been more interesting than the marginal ice cream we had afterwards - ah well - Definitely come try this place - worth every penny - just look at those plates of food! read more

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Disclosure: This review is based on a meal that was unexpectedly comped. We didn't know until the end - when we presented our card for payment - that the GM had comped our meal based on a prior conversation we'd had about Austin restaurants in general before we even made reservations. None of our food/wine choices were based on that - we fully expected we were paying for a meal. And yes, Yelpers, we did ask for a $.01 bill so we could [over]tip on the full amount. We'd considered Hestia for an anniversary prior to this because of their tasting menus, but some discussions with other foodies online caused us to question that choice as a first experience with them. I'm glad we made that choice (we will, however, be going back for the tasting menu, perhaps for the spring seasonal change). More on this later. We arrived and were seated at a table in the main dining area - there's a larger, more open space and then what looks to be a more enclosed space in the rear. They also have an outdoor patio that looks like it'd be great for drinks/bites when it's not 90+ outside. The dining area has large windows that face west, so the curtains were closed as the sun was setting. It wasn't dark, but it wasn't bright. Towards the end of the meal after the sun was behind cover, the staff opened the curtains and it was like being in a completely different restaurant. A much more open, light feel - if there were a way to tint the windows and have them open all the time, I'd highly recommend the restaurant do this. It completely changed the atmosphere from "somber" to "delightful." Temperature was fine - not too hot or cold. No annoying ceiling fans or vents blowing straight on you. They had just made some changes to their fall menu, so we started with drinks. I had The Offering, a bourbon-based cocktail. I'd tell you what's in it, but the menus on their website either aren't updated or have changed in the two days since we were there. I suspect they haven't been updated with the new changes yet. On to the food... We started with the butternut squash tarts, a bit-sized "snack" vs. an appetizer, and the scallops in beef tallow as an appetizer. The technique and presentation for both were impeccable, but the difference in flavor was stark. The squash tarts were good, but nothing about them popped. Even topped with caviar, the earthy squash underneath needed something - maybe even a little more salt. I thought perhaps a drop of honey under the caviar for a little contrast, my partner thought that would take away from the sweet of the squash. Nothing was wrong with it, and looking back over the course of the meal I think I understand it a bit more (final thoughts at the end). It's probably not something we'd order again. The scallops, on the other hand, were divine. Served in shell in a broth made with beef tallow, with a good balance of fat and acidity. Good enough that drinking it out of the shell when the scallop was gone... happened. In a risky choice, the scallop was served seared and sliced in the broth to make sure it could soak it all in, and that worked. It also helped to slow down the experience, taking smaller bites vs cutting it in half and being done. Now we were rolling. I ordered the pork chop (my partner ordered the hallibut, but I didn't get pictures of it). They were more than happy to do medium on the preparation. It came with a side of seasonal squash, blossoms and onions on a pepita puree base. The pork chop was bone in (bonus!) but the bone wasn't so big that it was used to serve less pork. The portion side was exactly right. Here's the thing, though - this is where I started to understand Hestia. The pork chop was seasoned, for sure, but the seasoning wasn't the focus of the entree. The pork was, and I think this may be where some people are disappointed in the tasting menu, the absolute center of the dish. You won't get "the best honey-walnut shrimp" or "the best adobo-guajillo pork chop" you've ever had. You'll get a really good protein with spice and seasoning (and sides) to showcase the protein (my partner's term). You'll taste the protein. The same applied to my partner's halibut - well seasoned, well accompanied, but definitely "this is halibut... this is what halibut tastes like." So, understanding that and looking back to the tart, I feel a need to be fair. I still wouldn't order the tart again, but that doesn't have anything to do with the creation or presentation. It's that all things considered, I don't find butternut squash to be an "exquisite" taste. That's on me. I love big, bold flavors. Given that, and with the understanding that the core of the dish is the focus, I'd say two things: we'll be back for the tasting menu (likely in spring, for those flavors) and if you go, order something you know you like. Don't be adventurous - experience how Hestia presents the thing you know you enjoy and see how they focus you back on just that. read more

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Absolutely incredible!! One of the best meals I've had. The service is exceptional from the moment you walk in. Every staff member was so kind, helpful, gave suggestions and made our experience memorable. Extremely classy ambiance making it the perfect date night spot. The items are all meant to be shared so you can get lots of yummy bites. My favorite must gets were the salmon bite, tartare, scallops and halibut. The only bummer is they don't have an espresso machine for an after dinner espresso drink. You have to check this spot out for your next special occasion! read more

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I was visiting my friend in Austin and we stopped by Hestia Friday to see if we could get a rez Saturday. We managed to get the chef's table and have one of the best culinary experiences and definitely the best one I've had in Austin. The food was excellent. The penultimate course, wagyu filet, was merely very good while the other dishes were truly excellent. The relative decrease in quality of that dish was made up for by 2001 Saint-Émilion. The other wine pairings were good, but that one truly shined. Service was good but the pacing off. I think the kitchen is making its life hard by offering a la carte and an elaborate course menu. There was a moment when a course was served and my wine pairing not plated with it in a timely fashion. Otherwise, everything was fine. But in all honesty, if the service improved just a touch, Hestia can easily earn 2 stars. If they aren't awarded one when Michelin publishes its Texas guide, I will be shocked. read more

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Hestia was an exceptional experience overall! I can't think of a time we felt more special or cared for. The team went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable experience. We opted for the tasting menu and enjoyed some 14-15 innovative courses. The standouts were the beets (of all things!) and the halibut. The only dish I didn't enjoy (at all) was the Wagyu strip. I may have had a bad piece but I couldn't chew it and had to discard it out of my mouth. The rest of the overall experience was so good they don't lose a star for that. Seriously amazing staff. They all took incredible care of us for our special evening. We haven't stopped talking about it. P.S. it was dark so my pics aren't great. Please like this review and pics if you find them helpful. read more

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My fiance treated me to Hestia for my birthday. It was both our first time dining here and we were both very impressed. The ambiance is very dark, moody, and sexy. The open fire in the kitchen was beautiful and the hustle in the open kitchen was fun to watch. The wine and spirits list was impressive. I ordered an old fashioned with Basil Hayden dark rye which was smooth, sweet, and just a touch of spiciness. We shared the pan de cristal which is freshly baked sourdough and a side of strawberry compote butter. We also shared two entrees: the halibut and the berkshire pork chop. Our server explained that the halibut was delicately cooked to perfection and in browned butter. Browned butter makes anything 10x better! The pork chop was cooked medium rare which we weren't sure of but I'm glad we were wrong. The outside had just a touch of crusty char and the inside was so soft-- you probably don't even need teeth to chew it. It was indeed as our server described, "the wagyu beef of pork". Overall my experience at Hestia was wonderful from the friendly and knowledgable service to the overall ambiance. Treat yourself or loved one to this unique dining experience. read more

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Service and ambience was top notch as befitting a Michelin Star restaurant. Food presentation was also impeccable. Hestia has a unique concept with different ways of making food in a wood burning hearth with lots of bold flavors. Of course there's the charred without too much bitterness as well as lots of sour and fermented flavors. In general this works well together. However the only reason this was not a 4 star experience was the amount of saltiness of each of the dishes in the tasting menu. By the end of the tasting menu we were remarking on how salty the food was despite having plenty of water to drink. This also prevented a full 5 star experience given the high price of the tasting menu. read more

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A unique dining experience that will delight your senses. We did the tasting menu on a recent Wednesday evening and were absolutely delighted with the food, service and tasting experience. Everything is cooked over an open wood fire. The ingredients are locally sourced and seasonal. Great cocktail and wine choices as well. Each of the dishes in the tasting menu are mini works of art. Expertly prepared with a wide arrange of cooking techniques and a vast eclectic list of ingredients and spices. You will sample an array of vegetables, seafood and meats that will absolutely impress. The service was impeccable. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and professional. read more

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Where can you go when you don't have a reservation on your anniversary night but you want to be wowed by food and are willing to throw down on some good food? Here enters Hestia Bar Side. Bone Marrow & Crab - I love me some bone marrow and I love me some crab. I personally ended up taking the crab off mid bone and ate both separately. Both good - but I feel the marrow got lost with the crab on top. Beef tartare - by far my fave so far in Austin, I've even had this dish at other restaurants since Hestia and my decision still stands. The mushroom miso topping added a unique umami that other tartares lack. The spelt cracker which I would assume made in house was a perfect thin crispy cracker. It let you embrace the tartare with a nice crunch. Crab Louie Tartlet - whoever in the world invented this decadent bite of goodness?! I've never even heard of such a thing. Or did Hestia invent this? Either way, how can such a little bite pack so much power in flavor? And whatever the green outer shell was added a nice contrast crunch. We kept ordering this throughout our meal because it was so good (total of 8 to be exact). Halibut - Recommended highly by our bartender, I reluctantly ordered it in lieu of the pork shoulder. I guess I'm from a weird mindset that if I'm paying a high price - a meat of substance is more bang for your buck than a fish (unless it's sushi ;)). Who better than Hestia to prove me wrong. This well exceeded my expectations. The sauce. The trout roe. Perfection. read more

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I know I'm not the first person to talk about the steak, and I certainly won't be the last, but I highly, HIGHLY recommend the steak here. It is absolutely cooked to perfection. To be completely honest, all of the food here is so amazing, but the steak as well as the dessert were two dishes that I'm going to think about nonstop until I return, and I 1000% WILL be returning. The service, the food, the energy of the space, it was all so relaxing and enjoyable and just top tier quality all around. I can't compliment this place enough. I look very forward to coming back! read more

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We were so excited to get a spot off the waitlist for my birthday dinner on Saturday. We arrived at 9:30 and stood at the bar for a few minutes, where we were offered drinks that met us at the table. The atmosphere was warm and lively, just as we remembered from our anniversary visit, and the smell of the wood fire made us eager to order the trout, which was the reason we came back. After being seated, we waited about 10-15 minutes for a server. We figured there might have been a shift change and that our table was missed. No big deal at first, since we already had drinks and were looking over the updated menu. When our server finally came, we ordered both food and another round of drinks. He commented that we "hadn't ordered enough," but it was fine because "they'd bring bread." We laughed it off...clearly he didn't realize that eating at 10 p.m. in your forties hits a little different! Unfortunately, that was the last we saw of him. We eventually received bread and a couple of our side items, but our drinks never arrived, and he passed by our table dozens of times without a glance. By nearly 11 p.m., my husband asked for the check for what little we'd received, and we decided to leave. Feeling disappointed, I asked to speak with the manager. She was kind and offered a $100 gift card, which I accepted only because that's about what we'd spent on two drinks and two sides. Still, I doubt we'll return. It's disheartening to feel undervalued simply because a server assumes you won't spend enough. That kind of attitude seems to have become part of the downtown Austin dining culture lately. Hiring some more experienced staff who understand genuine hospitality would make a world of difference. read more

Amazing evening at Hestia with my best friend. They validate parking for 2 hours in their parking garage, and it was the perfect amount of time. We made a reservation a few weeks in advance and it only offered the patio as a seating option, but when we got there we were seated inside. Fine by me! When we sat down, we saw they were doing $30 martini carts and I had to partake. I learned the difference between shaken and stirred, as well as the ingredients in a Vesper: gin AND vodka. Service was great and attentive. My friend and I ordered 2 smoked crab tarts, the scallops and the pan de cristal, the halibut, and then the buñuelo for dessert. We are from the east coast, so some seafood in TX can be ... not our favorite, but Hestia absolutely blew us away. It's hard to choose a favorite. The scallops were massive and cut into 3 bites, they tasted so buttery and had that element of mushroom gelatin which was exciting. The crab tarts are a no brainer at only $8 a pop. The halibut was so tender and meaty, didn't taste fishy at all. The bread was perfect, nice crust and so fluffy inside. Nothing was ordinary here. The dessert was so unique I don't even know how to describe it. You just gotta try for yourself! Pricy but well worth it. read more

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One of the best seafood that I had in recent times. Scallops were soft as butter and highlight of day, texas crudo was great as-well with only downside being Texas wagyu sirloin which felt a bit chewy for me(taste was great though). Ended with Sourdough ice-cream which had unique flavors and was pretty good. read more

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Incredible experience all around. The serving staff was so friendly and personable, the restaurant itself was beautiful, and the food was top tier. Our table decided to à la carte multiple items to get the full experience and every thing from the small bites to the main protein to the dessert course was fabulous. A major highlight was the scallops, our entire party agreed we would come back just for that! We also had a lovely conversation with the GM who was very helpful and had us laughing throughout the interaction. Will definitely be coming back and already recommended to fellow Austin foodies I know. read more

Hestia - Scallop - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Food was excellent, service was outstanding. The vibe was upbeat and lively. Definitely look forward to returning. read more

Omg! This place is well deserving of 2/3 Michelin stars! Amazing food!!! Desserts are the star though :) We did the chefs tasting menu and it was out of this world. The wine list is pretty amazing and they have two Soms to help you select a good pairing. My favorite, apart from the desserts, were the oyster and wagyu tartar. Great service! 5 Casual, sophisticated ambience- moody almost. Highly recommend one of the best tasting menus ever! read more

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Hestia is a solid option for a special celebration. Service is 1000/10, they really know how to make you feel welcome and in a celebration mood. My fiancé and I were celebrating our anniversary, and this restaurant definitely has the upscale and cozy vibes we enjoy. We ordered the tasting menu and loved that the whole restaurant has a fire element to everything in their dishes. I will say there some hits and misses in the set menu - overall everything was a bit too salty. The scallop is one of their signature dishes and it is delicious with the wagyu fat, but just a tad too salty. The steak we had was on the tough side, and for dinner of this price I think we expected a nicer cut. I think my favorite course was the bread - the texture was perfect and paired nicely with the butter and mesquite jelly. Service really is outstanding, but I did have to knock a star off for the quality - the food didn't seem to match the price we are paying, but still a memorable experience and lovely ambiance for a nice dinner. read more

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Their leather coasters are incredibly stupid. They stick to your glass and pour water on you if you don't notice. If you do notice you have to peel it off the glass. Great tasting menu though! I wasn't thrilled by the two raw dishes (oyster and Wagyu tartare) at the beginning since I'm not a big fan of raw food but it got a lot better from there. The scallop, halibut, and steak were standouts. Even the veggie dishes were tasty. It's well worth a visit. Service was good, but there was too long between some courses. We found it too loud, but I guess that's what restaurants go for these days. It wasn't as loud as Uchi. Bathroom hallway was too dark, it was hard to see the occupied thing on the doors without going up to each one. Great location, it's a nice place to eat and walk around after or vice versa. read more

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Very pretentious, I saw them kick out a couple for wearing workout clothes but the guy seated (way too close) next to me was wearing shorts. We asked for a substitution on a vegetable and were told no. The cook/chef poured a whole thing of sauce all over my fish while I said agh stop. They don't care what the customer wants, they will do it their way. Kitchen staff chants out every order in a cultish style. The servers were nice. For the price, I should be able to ask for what I want. Very disappointed. read more

Unfortunately, the Michelin star expectations were not met at Hestia. Firstly, service was fine, but seating at the bar (where we had our reservation) was far from the rest of the restaurant and felt a bit removed. We decided to split the Beef Tongue "Bite", Crudo, and Halibut. Each dish (as I have seen many others say here) is remarkably small. I am usually one who prefers smaller sizes so I can try more things, but these were so small that if sharing with one other person there is barely enough to truly get a sense of the dish. We were disappointed by both the Crudo and Halibut. The sauce for the Crudo was very mild and there was not much flavor. The Halibut was a bit overcooked and the sauce seemed to be quite heavy on the butter. We finished with the Sourdough Ice Cream topped with tomato jam. This was the most interesting item we had, but the salt flavor was quite overpowering. Overall, the size and quality of the dishes just did not meet the high hopes we had. read more

Overall I had a good experience at Hestia. I've been prior trying a la carte items this was my first time trying the tasting menu. I will say the service is absolutely excellent here at Hestia. So many people checking on you and making sure your experience is great. For parking you can park in the third and shoal garage and as long as you there for less than 2 and a half hours they will give you a discount code to remove the charge. I was told they validated, but I was over the time limit because the tasting menu is at a minimum of 2 and a half hours. I wouldn't say I was wow'ed by the food but solid dishes. My favorites were the halibut in a butter caviar sauce, the wagyu with a grape sauce and mole, the blue corn tostada, the beef tongue. These dishes were all so balanced. They complemented the palate well. They give the essence of what Hesita was doing around the open flame concept. My least favorites were the scallops, the chicken hearts/chicken liver mouse, the cucumber. The scallop was cooked beautifully and I love scallops. However it came with, the equivalent of a shot, beef tallow liquid that overwhelmed the scallop and was so salty. I love a chicken liver mousse but I wish it came out with the bread course. Personally for me the apple wasn't a strong vessel. Also I'm all game for organ meats but having two in one dish was quite overwhelmingly metallic (because of the iron) as much flavor put in. The cucumber was an alternative because I wasn't able to eat the cold smoked salmon because of an ingredient. The cucumber was fine but I didn't think that was a strong alternative to cold smoked salmon. However I really appreciated Hestia takes dietary restrictions to heart and are so accommodating. read more

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While I have always known that Austin has amazing restaurants, the recent 7, 1 Star Michelin restaurant designations are prima facie evidence that this is in fact the case. My plan was to tick them off one by one...three down, four to go. A good friend and I decided to try Hestia, one of the recent Michelin awarded restaurants. As I approached Hestia, I could smell the aromatic lure of the wood burning oven. Firewood lined the entry way in way you would envision in a log cabin. I arrived early and was asked to wait at the bar. A bar tender asked multiple times had I checked in with the host. Yes, was the answer the first time and continued to be yes! I had to ask for a bar menu. However, my order was not immediately taken. Low key irritated...it took about 15 minutes before he came to take my drink order. Only one martini was on the menu. I asked for a pear or chocolate martini, and he said he did not have the ingredients for either one. He proposed several martini offerings - melon, banana, cherry, and apricot. I chose cherry and it was tart. This was not a stellar start to this Michelin experience for us! My friend and I ordered the same cocktail after trying sauvignaun blanc at our table...lightning speed, which was refreshing. We were told that most of their white wines were a bit tart to balance out their food items. I ordered Smoked Crab Tart (Snack) and the much talked about Halibut (Entrée). My friend ordered the Salmon tart (Snack) and the pork chops (Entrée). We split the cavier cornbread (Small Plate). We envisioned a true tart for our snack; however, it was the size of a large thimble to be eaten in one bite. Both were delicious yet extremely small. The Cavier Cornbread was delicious with fresh corn that was crispy and moist simultaneously. It is important to note this was on the small plates menu with emphasis on small. The halibut was superior in texture and taste, one of the best halibut I have ever eaten. My friend was pleased with her pork chops. Rudy, our waiter warned that pork chop was a little on the fatty side. Agree with his assessment. Then the desserts...One dessert was crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. The sourdough ice cream is like nothing I ever had before. Rudy asked me to dip my spoon into the center. OMG! It had so many textures and flavors almost indescribable...super unique!!! Loved it!!! Hestia validates your parking for 2.5 hours in the garage next door via QR code. On Sunday, the garage parking gate went up when I drove in and automatically went up when I drove out even though I spent more than 2.5 hours in the restaurant. I have been to several Michelin restaurant in France and Italy including a few Austin Michelin restaurants like Olamaie, Barley Swine and Interstellar BBQ. Hestia was my least favorite of my Michelin restaurants to date. Most of the dishes did not meet my expectations related to the price and associated portion. Many Michelin restaurants serve palate cleansers in between courses or provide bonus items. Hestia did not. Also, we were incredibly surprised that the manager of the restaurant did not stop by to ask about our dining experience. read more

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Working hard for that Michelin star status, Hestia was creative and curious! Gorgeous location and 5 star staff. From the hostess, to table staff, nothing was forgotten or left behind. The wood burning ovens add a new level of heat to every dish! We tried the chef's tasting menu which didn't disappoint. The pictures speak for themselves with each item a culinary work of art. read more

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Snagged a prime Friday night reservation for a special occasion. Romantic, intimate setting. Tasteful decor. Moderate noise level. Service is spot-on! Massive wine list. Great cocktails. Order one of everything from the app menu to share, then decide on your entree. Definitely try the crab tarts, oysters (fabulous!) and the scallops (A-mazing!). The crudo was fresh but the citrusy sauce overpowers the delicate fish. Halibut was top notch! Perfectly cooked and that brown butter sauce is amazing! Sirloin was cooked perfectly, but in retrospect, it was just a steak. I should've tried something more adventurous from the menu. Desert was whimsical and delish! Hestia doesn't disappoint but its not mind blowing. We'll definitely come back and try some more items off the app menu. read more

Incredible food, as you would expect from a Michelin rated restaurant. Drink menu was extensive and tasty as well. Definitely a place to bring a date. Make sure you get reservations in advance! read more

Experienced Hestia's 6 course tasting menu on January 12 during their Jan 9-22 pop-up collaboration at The Pershing. Started with welcome drinks and bites in the courtyard by the fire (pictured). Then a few separate parties were transitioned to the dining room for a communal dining experience. This was a fun concept and created a memorable experience. Course 1: Bread & spreads paired with caviar, mussel escabeche, smoked halibut dip, and crème fraîche. Nice spread of flavors but nothing that particularly stood out to me. Course 2: Smoked Quail Skewer paired with umeboshi, sausage, and pickles This was good but also nothing phenomenal. Course 3: Scallop plated with beef tallow, apple, kosho, and mushroom gelée (pictured) A staple dish on Hestia's menu and for good reason. The creativity and combination of flavors in this dish is truly enjoyable. I recommend trying this dish if you haven't been to Hestia or have been but haven't tried it before. Course 4: Whole fried fish served with lettuce, rice, and an array of dips including chili crisp and thai basil The flavor of the fish stood out to me in a good way. The dips paired with this dish were also delicious and a unique combination of flavors. Course 5: Texas wagyu and oxtail served with confit sunchokes and grilled broccolini The Wagyu was tough to cut with a steak knife which tells me it wasn't cooked well. Medium rare/rare on the inside and rather tough on the outside. The oxtail was delicious, though diners seemed to have difficulty getting a decent portion of meat off the bone. A favorite part of this course was the combination of the rendered fat from the oxtail and the scrumptious, savory confit sunchokes. Course 6: Mesquite cake, marshmallow, koji chocolate crémeux (pictured) As I've tasted the scallop dish before, this dessert dish takes the place of my favorite dish for this tasting menu. Well balanced, great texture and consistency, and very yummy over all. This was great. My rating is also due to the service and execution. I would not perceive this Hestia dining experience as in line with a Michelin rating. The pace was too quick. Course 3 was presented as I was still enjoying Course 2 which caused a backlog for me going into Course 4 as well. Additionally, personal tableware was cleared and reset for the first time before entering the 5th course. This perhaps would be okay with a different menu set but due to the various dips/spreads presented in the first few courses, a fresh plate would have been preferred as new courses were presented. Have dined at Hestia on 3 previous occasions. It has a relaxed dimly lit ambiance with a kitchen that opens to the dining area. Service is good and the servers are knowledgeable about the dishes. That said, on 2-3 separate dining experiences a drink order was forgotten or significantly delayed. Overall, the dishes are thoughtfully prepared, creative, and enjoyable but not often do they provoke a strong sensation of enjoyment. I'm always on the hunt for my next euphoric bite. @bellatastes :IG read more

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The best thing about Hestia is their service. We had the prix fix and ordered the Wagyu tartare a la carte. The tartar was excellent - extremely tender, and had a smokiness that was very pleasant. However, the rest of the courses only went downhill from there. For starters, the ten courses had very little variety in terms of flavoring. Every dish was just salty and sour doused over different ingredients. They do grill some of the items but it was hard to tell because the food was just so overwhelmingly heavy that you can't really taste anything else. As for the steak, I was semi surprised at how tough it was. Even if Texas Wagyu isn't as tender as Japanese Wagyu, I didn't really expect a steak that tough. Overall, I thought the food was well below average, and don't think it really deserved the Michelin star. read more

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I was able to get a last minute reservation here on a Sunday night and was very excited to try this new Michelin star restaurant in Austin! Right after walking in, I was very impressed with the ambiance of the entire place. The location is so good in downtown Austin and the interior of the restaurant really showcases a downtown view with the floor to ceiling windows. There is also a completely open view to the kitchen and fire stoves, which gives a really cozy vibe. The service was top notch during the entire dinner. And the food was very yummy as well! I thought the bread that was included for the pan de cristal was exceptional. The portions were smaller than I was used to for Texas restaurants but it was to be expected for fine dining. Overall, I'm glad I tried this restaurant! read more

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I was pretty excited about getting a table at one of Austin's first Michelin star restaurants, but I was a little disappointed. The service was absolutely fantastic! The food was just ok. Ambiance is very Austin in the most positive way possible: upscale decor with laid back vibe. To be fair, while we tried a bunch of food, we didn't try it all so you might have a better experience. We started with the squash bite and it was inventive but not impressive flavor. The bread was maybe oversold by the server. The apple butter was the only reason I kept eating it. The potatoes were the best dish we had. The halibut was prepared gluten-friendly, which was a nice option but not good flavors. The pork chop had potential because the flavors hit the mark, but it was rare in the middle. Maybe that's cool for some, but that's not how I feel safe eating pork. The drinks were fantastic and we wished we had time to try their dessert. We are torn on if we will give it another chance, but I'm hoping you try it out and have a better experience. I'm rooting for these Austin Michelin stars! read more

My husband and I went here to celebrate our anniversary. We had forgotten to make reservations anywhere, and much to my surprise, when I checked on Thursday there were reservations available for that Saturday. We were greeted by a happy anniversary card signed by all the staff which was a nice homey touch (kind of felt like going to a friend's house). They also brought us glasses of champagne to celebrate so we felt very welcomed. Hestia had been on our list for a while, so I came with a long list of recommendations given to me by friends who went here. Y'all have to try the scallops and the halibut. They might change your life. The other courses were delicious too, but not on the same tier as those two. Everything on the food menu was well balanced and the portions are good for ordering 4-6 courses between two people. If you order the Berkshire pork chop, plan to order less of everything else because it's a huge portion. Cocktails were good too but a little more ordinary than the food menu. read more

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HESTIA is REALLY HARD to get into, even as a local in Austin. I finally broke through with some friends, and here's what I recommend if it's your one and only visit: Crab-bread-scallop-halibut-chicken-bavette-oysters (even if they are from Arkansas). Proteins, that is. Bread isn't complimentary but it's the most artful shit you didn't know you needed (unless you're Pastafarian like me, then it's on the TABLE) - GET MORE. The butter is magical. I think I ate vegetables. The wine list is excellent. Shaved ice is showy, but the chocolate dessert is UP there. They do an exceptional job with events, paying particular attention to details. Service was interesting. Paige was brilliant, and introduced herself as our caretaker, then disappeared for most of our 3H dining experience. Becky was lovely, always anticipating, never contrived, but still casual. Where did Paige go? Overall, I expected a lot more from the food & service, especially given their reputation. read more

Hestia - Sea_faring_scallops - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Amazing food. Fantastic service. Immaculate vibes. What else can a girl ask for? My husband dined at Hestia once before for a work event and absolutely loved it so, while we were in Austin together, he made a reservation for us to have dinner there too. We ordered a bunch of different things to share so we could try a bit of everything. One of my favorite dishes was the scallop. It was beautifully cooked and so succulent that I wanted to eat three or four more. The food presentation across the board was stunning and our waiter explained each dish to us after it was served too. Great experience overall and I'd totally come back again! read more

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Was very much looking forward to this meal, I do have an issue with how the restaurant is setup. If you decide to dine at the bar you are completly cut off from the rest of the restaurant and the amazing vibe of the open fire kitchen.. it's almost like you're in the kids table. As far as the food I started with the chicken mouse bite which was not impressive at all, the scallop was nice but nothing to write home about BUT the halibut I have to say was Devine. The service was good (other than one of the bartenders coughing and spitting in the corner of the bar while I was trying to enjoy my $200 meal. I'm not sure I would go back but again the halibut was the only reason I'm giving this place a 4 instead of 3. read more

Amazing food, great ambience. Their specialty is this fire oven smokiness that pervades all the food.

Hands down the best restaurant in Austin! Went for anniversary dinner and the staff signed a card and gave us complimentary glasses of champagne. Favorite item on the menu - SCALLOPS. We skipped dessert for another round of scallops. read more