We had a wonderful experience at Kalimoxto out for a date night. Sitter was a little late, which made us late - and they were able to still accommodate us despite being absolutely packed. We had a cozy couch/table in the lounge, and we ended up sharing the space with a lovely couple from San Antonio. The food, the service, the ambiance, the great quality of the drinks - it was a perfect evening. The croquetas were to die for and patatas bravas - yum! We tried several of the pinxtos, and the calamari - and it was all perfect, perfect! We really enjoyed the traditional spanish drinks - and I had great fun tasting the amontillado (we didn't get walled in, for my Poe nerds). It is a bustling spot, but the spaces are all very cozy and you shouldn't have trouble chatting over tapas. read more

Would not recommend- prices are high, yet the portions are very small. The steak entrée was extremely chewy and overly fatty , almost inedible. The food overall lacked freshness and tasted like very little care or effort went into preparation. It felt more reheated than thoughtfully cooked. I don't see how this was even considered "Spanish" food other than the portion being tapas style. To make matters worse, the female bartender was uninviting, which only added to the disappointment. read more

Fair warning, this restaurant shares the same space as Hestia but they do not share the same menus nor can you mix the orders. For the fellow vegetarians, there were several options and we've ordered them all except for the nuts and olives. The tortilla espanola was the best out of them all. It's like a perfectly cooked country omelette where it's part gratin, part egg and all light, airy and delicious. Comes with their signature garlic aioli. The potato taters are really good but it lacks something green and tangy. Something fresh would've really brighten the dish and break up the monotony of hot fried taters, dense with drizzle. The tiny starter roasts are not their best but I'm sure the meat options would've been worthwhile. Still good flavors. The tomato toasts, whatever it is they're called reminded me of bruschetta from Tuscany but drenched into the crispy toast. But the middle parts get so soaked it practically fell into my lap mid bite. Servers were very friendly and on it. Very friendly with all communities of people and color. read more

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I visited Kalimotxo on a Saturday evening with a reservation at 6:15 pm, specifically at the bar. Despite having been to Hestia a few times before, I had always believed that the bar was part of Hestia. To my surprise, it's actually Kalimotxo that shares the same kitchen as Hestia. Kalimotxo is a charming Spanish restaurant and cocktail bar located in downtown Austin. My husband and I stopped by to indulge in some delectable tapas that strongly reminded me of the flavors I experienced in Barcelona, Spain. Their menu offered a delightful array of snacks, shared plates, and two enticing desserts that I regretfully didn't have time for. We kicked off our culinary journey with the Pan Con Tomato, a delightful starter priced at $11. The Croquetas de bacalao, a personal favorite from my travels, lived up to my expectations. Meanwhile, my husband ordered the one-bite octopus and chorizo, which he thoroughly enjoyed. We also shared the Kali Burger, featuring wagyu beef, Mahon cheese, garlic aioli, caramelized onions, and pickled baby cheese peppers. The burger impressed me because it didn't overwhelm the palate, allowing the delicious flavor of the wagyu to shine through. While I can't recall the names of the cocktails we had, I can vouch that they were delicious. Unfortunately, their drink menu isn't available online. The service throughout our visit was excellent, with two attentive waiters consistently checking on us. The only odd incident occurred when we arrived five minutes early and were initially seated across the bar at a small ledge facing the window. Despite there being ample unoccupied bar seating, we were told it was reserved for reservations, including ours, which left me puzzled. However, after requesting to be seated at the bar, the host eventually accommodated our request. Surprisingly, during our hour-and-a-half stay, only one other couple sat at the bar, even though there were other vacant seats. On a positive note, the ambiance was complemented by a lively 90's playlist, which added to the overall enjoyment of our dining experience. In the future, I might consider sitting outside, given how inviting and cozy it appeared during our visit. In summary, we had a fantastic experience at Kalimotxo, and I'm eagerly looking forward to returning due to the outstanding food and service. One thing to note is that valet parking is available on weekends, but not on weekdays. They park the cars around the corner from the restaurant in a parking garage with small stalls and no EV charging stations. read more

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Came for a late Wednesday dinner with my fiancé and it was packed! Turns out there were two concerts in Austin that day, so everyone was out downtown. We ended up sitting at the bar despite having a reservations. We ordered two bites, the Kali Burger, the tortilla and the pork belly. All came out at a decent time but was very salty for my liking. I'm not sure if it's all food here or just what we ordered. If I had to pick my favorite out of our dishes, it had to be the pork belly. Overall I thought this place was a little pricey for the qualify of food we ordered. read more

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I came here with a buddy of mine seeking a smallish place with nice ambiance after the sun went down. This place does have a nice vibe but our waiter did not. I say this because we asked him about the size of the "small plates" and he confused us about portion sizes He said the burger was small and encouraged us to order multiple things - he also had this air in the way he spoke - it really ruined the vibe here. The wagyu burger is not tiny, it's not huge but it will satisfy you. I wish I knew this before order a bunch of things - but it's more than that - not sure how smart or cunning the waiter thought he was but news flash - we felt it from the start - it was like an obvious red flag Anyways, back to what really matters - the food: We actually ended up getting desert too and yet the waiter asked us if we would like anything else (hah! Is there a post-desert menu?) - some of the small dishes were not very appetizing to me so I figured an influx of sugar would do me good instead The wagyu burger was not bad - I do recommend trying it. Desert was nothing to write home about but pretty good and certainly looked instagramable. (We got Kali Sundaes) I think I'll give this place another try, visually it is certainly appealing read more

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Was looking for a last minute reservation for drinks and bites (but mostly drinks) downtown and Kalimotxo came up. I was excited since tapas are one of my favorite things. We were running late and I called to let them know. Our seating ended up not being the most comfortable, but the view made up for it. The octopus and the bread with anchovies and jamon serrano were my favorite of everything we ordered, but everything was delicious. The potatoes were perfectly crispy and the sauces really managed to make potatoes a standout dish. All the drinks were crafted beautifully and I have to say that I'd come back here even if it was just for the drinks. We finished off with the basque cheesecake and WOW! It was deliciously burnt in the outside and decadently creamy in the inside. A must try for sure. read more

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I had a good dinner experience here. Food was presented nicely and the service was friendly and helpful. It is a nice spot to sit outside and grab food/drinks. This is a typical tapas experience, small bites, small plates. I think this type of food does not use very powerful seasoning but the sauces gave an extra oomph of depth of flavor. I tried the mushroom and goat cheese small plates, the papas bravas and the pork dish. We finished dinner with the basque cheesecake and a scoop of peach ice cream. That cheesecake tho . The "off menu" scoop of ice cream was $8, as much as a whole dessert on the menu, a bit eye roll about that but ok. read more

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Everything here is amazing! Great ambiance. The service was awesome. Great vibes all around.

Porrón, dog friendly, lovely outdoor patio with couch seating, and excellent tapas! Professional, friendly, and courteous waitstaff. They even brought a water bowl for our Siberian Husky. Outdoor patio is at the entrance to the restaurant, with heat lamps and outdoor tables with flames. Need to reserve the couch tables if you want a table with flames. Otherwise, you'll get a heat lamp, which are very warm. Staff is equipped with blankets to also distribute if needed. Food is prepared quickly even for a busy Saturday night! Tapas were excellent. 7 tapas, 2 cocktails, 2 porróns, $212. Well worth it! Highly recommend. A+++ read more

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I've been wanting to try this place for a long time bc I love Basque region food! However, I honestly wasn't impressed with the food. The patatas which are so standard for Spanish food had way too much garlic aioli for my liking, it was hard to taste anything else. The croquettes and cheesecake were good but my favorite was the cured beef item. Loved the drinks though - sandia Rita and pineapple drink! read more

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The staff here were super attentive and knowledgeable and this restaurant definitely had the relaxed Basque country vibe they were going for. The plates are small even by small plates standards but you can get all the classic Spanish hits like pan con tomate and papas bravas. Do not be alarmed by all the sardine dishes on the menu- they are worth trying even if you don't think you like sardines. If you try them and remain unconvinced, hey, at least it's just that small portion! read more

Kalimotxo - Pan con tomate - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Drinks, drinks, drinks! If nothing else, come here for the (albeit pricey) drinks! Cocktails are $15 but we loved every one we ordered - especially the Sandia Rita. Holy cow the Sandia Rita was so refreshing, crisp, sweet but not TOO sweet, and absolutely perfect with the Tajin on the rim. Only complaint is there is a ton of ice in the glass so we only got a couple sips and ended up ordering 5 of them lol. Maybe it'd be possible to request with light ice, I'm not sure. I also ordered the Mangonada that came in a slushy form and thought it was okay but would pass on it unless you're craving the particular flavor. I also wish they filled that glass more full. My friend ordered the Pink Panther and remarked that it was probably the strongest tasting drink out of all 3 that we tried. For tapas, we shared the piquillo (YUM goat cheese), octopus, shishitos, patatas bravas (GET THESE), pan con tomat, and tortilla espanola (this is meant to be cold!) . We had also ordered the flatbread but they forgot to bring it out to us. However, our waitress was super apologetic and gave us the basque cheesecake on the house. Honestly we were so tipsy we didn't even realize we were missing it but we appreciated the thoughtful gesture! The basque cheesecake was great but it's also something with limited ingredients that's super easy to make at home (see: bon appétit recipe). Overall, the ambiance was nice sitting on their outside patio around sunset. Drinks were great but I wish there was more in each glass to drink for $15 each. The food was meh, the only things I would order again would be the patatas and the piquillo. Cheers! read more

Kalimotxo - mangonada - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Kalimotxo is a nice spot to get together for cocktails and small plates. Spanish tapas are a rare find in Austin so I appreciate the option. The single biggest standout in my mind is the delicious burnt basque cheesecake. I also order the (cold) tortilla espanola and pan con tomate consistently. The entire restaurant is outdoors. I've sat on both the front patio and the hidden back space that is wrapped behind Hestia. Although there are some fans, they do not reach all tables so my group struggled in the August heat. Prepare and dress appropriately for the weather! read more

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The Pintxos are SO good, especially the one with mushrooms. One of the best food bites in general I've had in a long time. The cocktails here are one of my favorite places to get cocktails, specifically the Bad Rabbit- so refreshing any season. The burger is amazing, the batatas (extremely crispy potatoes with awesome sauce) are to die for. Pretty much everything on the menu is great but the flatbread not worth the stomach space :) Honestly shocked at how few reviews bc the upscale experience, location, cocktails and food are all amaze. read more

Kalimotxo - Pintxos- No 1 & No 2 - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

All stars, all the time for this place. As someone to lived on tapas while living in Spain, this place felt like a nostalgia trip. The tapas menu was definitely elevated but it captured some of the great dishes that I have come to love and expect from eating tapas. The great thing about this place is that you can have as much and as little as you want. You can take your time and decide whether you want more or whether you want less. I do wish their dessert menu had more options while I was there but it doesn't take away from the rest of the menu. And if cocktails are your thing, which for me, they are, then you need to try every single concoction on their menu. Photos included enjoy. This place is a great place for date night. I suggest getting a seat outside or by the window because the sunset over the creek is money! read more

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Two words... burnt cheesecake. I never thought that would be a good thing to say...or even consume...but I was gifted part of this Basque-style cheesecake yesterday. A friend had it delivered using Goldbelly. All I can say is that it's absolutely brilliant. I don't have a picture to share because the moment it was unearthed from the wrapping it was spoon/fork mangled and quickly consumed. This is..ahem..was... one of the best pieces of cheesecake that I've ever had. The burnt outside adds a caramelization to give the experience something similar to eating a perfectly toasted marshmallow amongst a fabulously creamy, decadent cheesecake. Yes. More, please. Good thing I don't live in Austin. Next time I visit...when this plague is over... I'll be sure to stop in here to try the regular food. And dessert of course. read more

Food was average. It's great to try once, they do a unique take on traditional dishes. With the rotating menu, I assume it will become better than average. Good ambiance. Sucks to see great dishes from Hestia that you can't eat. Plus 1 star for great service from the GM and our waitstaff. Minus 1 star for service at the bar. I'll stick to Hestia. read more

Delicious food, romantic ambiance, and great service. The patata bravas, pork belly, and burnt cheese cake were the highlights for our evening. We got another patata bravas after we finished the first one in record time lol. They're very crispy (maybe fried twice?) and the sauce was hella tasty. The pork belly was also crispy, yet it melted in my mouth. The cheese cake tasted almost like Japanese cheesecake. It's light and isn't too sweet. So good! The Spanish cocktail isn't really my jam though. Their Kalimotxo (which is the name of the drink) tasted like watery Coke mixed with watery wine to me. I'll just order regular wine next time. Definitely recommend this place for a romantic date! read more

Went on a Friday night and it was full but not packed. Reservation recommended but maybe not mandatory. Felt like the perfect amount of people there. A kalimotxo is my fave summer drink, so I was stoked to see a place that gave it a spotlight (and I didn't have to convince my dining companions that, yes, I swear it's a real cocktail!). Service here was so, so good and we loved the food. We basically were like, give us the top half of the menu! The rhubarb and blueberry crudo was refreshing af, the shishito peppers were charred just the way I like and served alongside a very complementary dipping sauce, and even the olives and nuts were treated with extra flavorful care. We did have one service slip up where we had to wait for one of our plates for a long time but the servers were so apologetic and took great care of us. It happens! We're not mad about that, and honestly it's a great test of service that they passed with flying colors. The food was fantastic, the cocktails were * chef's kiss * great, and the patio was everything you could want. Even in late June with the temps close to 90, it had such a fantastic breeze, and doesn't have the sun pound on it during the day, so it didn't feel uncomfortable. Music was good, and the vibe was great but not too loud so we could have conversation comfortably. All in all, a great experience and we will definitely be back. read more

Kalimotxo - Kalimotxo and pink panther in the very cutest glasses. - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

We came here for the first time on a Tuesday evening. The ambiance is vibrant, cozy and very comfortable to sit outside on a nice fall evening. We ordered the golden hour and hardly art for our cocktails. They were delicious, unique and well balanced. For our food, we had several of the pintxos, blistered shishitos, patatas bravas, halibut and burnt cheesecake for dessert. Each were delicious in their own right. Our favorites were the mushroom pintxos, patatas bravas and the cheesecake. How they got the cheesecake to be so fluffy I have no idea. Our server, Bridgette, was very attentive, polite and has great recommendations - very knowledgeable about the menu. We will definitely be returning! read more

We just came here for a quick drink but it was really nice! Atmosphere was very lively, lots of people. The waitress was super attentive. Drinks were wonderful read more

Kalimotxo - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I do not take pleasure in giving any establishment a 1 star review and if you take the time to check my stats, you will see that this is super rare for me, however, our waiter was so bad and had the worst attitude that I cannot let her behavior slide. Hestia and Emmer and Rye are under the same group as Kalimotxo and I have given them both 5 stars. We have dined at both often, with Hestia being one of my favorite restaurants in Austin. Naturally, I was excited to dine at Kalimotxo as I was expecting the same experience. Out for a girls night, my gf and I were excited to catch up on life. When we checked in with the hostess, she was lovely and seated us inside, we wanted to sit outside instead and she accommodated us at a table facing Polvo's. As soon as we were seated, within 10 minutes, Bridgett greeted us and at first, she seemed rather nice. We each ordered a drink and then we requested a small heater. We were told by the hostess that the heat could be adjusted at any time, so after about 10 minutes, the side of our faces were hot, so we asked Bridgett to turn it down and she did. Another 10 minutes went by and we were still quite hot, so we requested it lower. After a while, we requested it to be turned off as it was still burning the side of our faces. She turned it off, but because she was wearing a mask, we could not see her face, but we could tell she was rather annoyed. By this time, I noticed that tables that sat after us received their food and after 30 minutes, we were still waiting. I asked Bridgette if she could check when the order was entered and how much longer it was going to take. I felt like another 10 minutes went by before she came back to the patio with plates that looked like ours, however, she stopped at the table in front of us and began setting the plates down, when the patrons told her those were not their plates and then she realized her mistake and brought them to us. She said she would have the piquillo and mushroom remade since the plate touched the other table, but she was back within 5 minutes so I doubt they were fresh. Also, our pan con tomate and shishito peppers were lukewarm and not hot, but we ate them anyway as we were starving. We then asked her to turn the heat back on because the temperature had dropped and then she grabbed the heater and yanked it backwards and turned it on low. If I had known the heater could have been placed further back, I would have requested that instead of asking for a drop in temp several times. I know that can seem annoying, but again, when you are in the service industry, you still have to show some modicum of professionalism for your patrons. Not once did she ever ask if we wanted another drink and we were still quite hungry and were debating ordering more food but decided against it so we asked for the check and she pulled it right from her pocket! She had no intention of asking us if we wanted anything else. Rule #3 when dining, you NEVER give the customer the check until you confirm there is nothing else you can get them. Rule #2, the more they order, the more they spend. As a result, our tab was small and so was her tip. read more

A bit pricey, but a good date spot! We ordered a few drinks - I highly recommend the Spanish G&T and the Sandiarita (the one with the watermelon). For our appetizer, we got the fried potatoes and I could have honestly eaten just that and been perfectly content. They were so good and I loved the aioli and spice kick they had! For our meal, we split the wagyu beef burger and chicken with carmelized onions. The burger was so delicious, however, we weren't as impressed with the chicken - there was so much fat on it. I enjoyed the atmosphere, however, we were sitting outside in the heat and there were no fans. read more

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Kalimøtxo is named after the famous Spanish drink, whose origin is the Basque region of Spain (just under 4 hours north of Madrid) and comes to Austin from the team behind often applauded Emmer & Rye and new hot Austin restaurant, Hestia (who they also share an entrance and kitchen with). They have a small space offering small bites (pintxos) as well as drinks and that's exactly what we stopped in for. We had three savory things, one dessert and two drinks. The highlight for me was their Torta Gallega which had excellent depth of flavor and a nice texture. Their Tortilla Espagnola was solid as was their Chorizo, Romesco, Onion dish which they make fresh to order. The Torta and Tortilla are ready to go; we did wait a substantially long time for the Chorizo dish, like 40 minutes long and as a result they comped us for it which was appreciated. We were here within 2 weeks of their opening so the delay was not a huge shock (except for just how long it was) and hopefully this will improve. I've always been a fan of a good Basque Cheesecake and theirs is really good. For drinks we had the Rbuljito and Tinto de Verano, both were nice. Despite the excessive wait, service was friendly, amostphere bright and clean and overall we enjoyed our experience. I would stop in again and imagine things to be go a lot smoother. read more

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New favorite spot. What a gem. I was looking for a spot that felt like my cocktail/going out home and I found it in Kalimotxo. Expertly crafted cocktails. I was so happy to have found fresh, well balanced, surprising cocktails. The one thing I'll say is that it's pricey but that's expected for craft cocktails IMO. I also had three and felt fine so I don't know how strong they are...because I usually have to be careful after my second drink. You know a place knows what it's doing when the wait staff is as excited and well equipped to make informed recommendations on cocktails based on your preferences. That's the ultimate test for me! Good music, great service, gorgeous indoor bar area, spacious patio, and a beautiful backdrop. I'll be back here often! read more

Kalimotxo - Pan con tomato - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Cute spot. There's lots of outdoor space. The food was generally good. Food: Beet and goat cheese salad - pretty good Wagyu sirloin - good but not the A5 quality I was hoping for Burnt basque cheesecake - nice and light read more

The tapas and service were excellent!! That pan con tomato was insane! The papas bravas were the best I've ever had. Our only regret was not trying the burnt basque cheesecake! read more

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Austin Exquisite Fusion Bistro-Kalimotxo|||Kalimotxo: 607 W 3rd St, Ste 105, Austin, TX 78701 Hestia is getting harder and harder to get, If you can't decide, you can order this Kalimotxo, All meals at Hestia are also available. You can order Bar seat or outdoor... The beef I ordered this time was so-so. The wine was poured out of a very cute container.. A friend came to Austin to play, so I made an appointment with this restaurant.. His home is still delicious, especially the desserts.. The two desserts this time are amazing, Because their menu is more seasonal and changes frequently, I finally ate Cheese Cake and Sundae again That Sundae is mainly salted caramel ice cream, It's a dessert with a lot of milk.. Cheese cake should be the best I have ever eaten.. Grilled Wagyu steak words In fact, the taste is not bad, but there is nothing special about it. The price is not so expensive here in downtown.. His Pork Belly is also pretty good, It has a sweet taste, and the skin is slightly burnt. Patatas is quite surprising, because it is very brittle, We eat too many potatoes.. SXSW is over like this, I went to Waterloo for three days, It's true that I still don't like drinking very much.. It's okay to drink occasionally with friends. Life is also very simple, return to Austin and yourself. Tried a lot of new sports Knock out and Barry's over the weekend I am very happy to be able to return to Boxing, but it is very stress-relieving. So I hate whoever directly imagines it as a target, and it will pass after the hard fight. Spend the last day of Sunday at Mozart, I always need a day that only belongs to me, Also met an old friend here, It's also quite comfortable to chat and reminisce on Sunday. read more

Kalimotxo is pretty small. It shares a restroom with Hestia. There is limited seating inside along the window. However if it's a nice night, you can sit outside around the fire pits. They provide you with blankets to keep warm. The cocktails were decent. Drinking from the porrones was a fun experience. I was disappointed that the food was a bit pricey for the amount that was served. I get it, they're tapas. But $5.50 for octopus on one fried potato pancake? The mussels were already removed from their shells and served in oil with pickled onions and potato chips. It wasnt bad, just different... read more

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Wow, I will definitely be back! My husband and I ordered takeout from Kalimotxo last night. I love Emmer & Rye and Henbit, so I was eager to try the newest restaurant from that team. Ordering takeout can be hit or miss in terms of how the food holds up by the time you get to eat it, but I'm happy to say that everything we ordered was still at the right temperature when we ate it and everything still delicious. Okay, now for the important part - the food: - Pan con tomate: So simple (crushed tomato on toasted bread), yet so flavorful and refreshing. A great appetizer. - Manchego & avocado salad: Once again refreshing. Vinagrette was good. For having avocado in the name though, I expected more avocado and would have liked more. (Who doesn't want more avocado though?) - Kali burger with patatas braves - THIS BURGER WAS INSANELY GOOD! From the toasted bun to the mushroom aioli to the juicy burger, every component was perfection. I'm already craving this burger again. Potatoes were also fantastic. - Burnt Basque Cheesecake - Delectable. Worth savoring every bite. I would love to dine there in person and try their drinks, they all look so good. If you are looking for takeout though, I definitely recommend Kalimotxo. Get the burger! read more

Kalimotxo - Kali burger and patatas bravas (takeout) - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

I ordered their Basque Burnt Cheesecake from Goldbelly and the cake arrived deformed, melted and in room temperature. it was very poorly packed using a flimsy cake box with one ice pack and only wrapped in cling wrap. Nothing to support the structure of the cake at all. I have ordered many times from Goldbelly before and they usually have impeccable packaging. I was supposed to serve this to my guests but obviously it was unsightly so I just ended up buying a cheesecake from our local bakery. What a waist of money. I just threw it in the trash bin. read more

Kalimotxo - Arrived deformed and in room temp. - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Went in for a date night recently. Loved the tapas style menu, so we ordered a ton to share. We had the Patatas Bravas, Grilled Octopus, Jamon & Cheese Cracker, Spicy Beef bites with baguette, and the Mushroom. All of it was good, but the mushroom dish was absolutely outstanding. Good wine list and the staff is super knowledgable & made great recommendations. read more

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Well, nice spot after a movie at Violet Crown, but....will not return for a destination for dining. For a bit of $100 three cocktails and some snacks. Highlights: Servers efficient, welcoming and knew their menu Patio agreeable/casual, nice view of library and/or down 3rd street Free easy parking Cocktails excellent - (San Sebastian + Marabella both balanced + delicious) Pan con Tomat - a great fresh zing of tomato and garlic on grilled crispy bread Mushroom Pintxo - sumptious tiny bite (order one for each person) Bummer: Octopus Pintxo -hmmmm, wanted to like the chorizo and octopus combo but it tasted like slightly old fish Patatas Bravas - the potatoes were too roasted/dry, the flavors so blended I got more of a "Dorito" taste/kid-in-the-kitchen experience than a delicious pepper lift, with the fried rosemary adding zero to the dish read more

Only got drinks here, as this was a first stop of our dinner evening but absolutely loved my frozen drink of which I have forgotten the name -- maybe the la concha. either way, order it. very tasty! read more

Kalimotxo - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Bringing a Spanish-ish vibe, Kalimotxo brings pintxos and spanish classics to Austin. Must have items: the iberico jamon (pictured) and the cheesecake (eaten). Must drink: The $20 porrons during HH!!! read more

Kalimotxo - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas

Hip Spanish-themed bar on 3rd Street connected to Hestia. I was pretty excited to try this place out since there aren't a ton of Spanish/Basque restaurants in the area. Overall, I found each of the share plates that we ordered to be quite tasty. "When in Rome..." applies here: if you like sangria, you really must try the kalimotxo. I've heard some call it, "the poor man's sangria," and its a mix of Coca Cola and (typically) a Spanish red wine. On a hot day, this is super tasty and something I'd recommend making at home if you have some cola and cheap red wine on hand. At $10 per glass here, it's perhaps a tad bit steep for what it is (after all, it is a quite low ABV beverage), but it is tasty nonetheless. We started with the halibut bites, which were pretty good. The octopus plate we got was cooked perfectly: the octopus was the perfect consistency and had a very delicious seasoning; it was on the saltier side as one would want from tapas. The papas were quite filling and to me were the thing to get if you are a bit hungrier. The flavor of them wasn't bad and the sauces, which were sort of like an aioli mixture, really added to the dish. The pork dish was pretty good. The pork itself isn't really seasoned so on its own, it tastes a bit bland--albeit savory. The chimichurri that it rests on, however, is flavorful and goes well on the pork pieces. In my opinion, the desserts were the stars of the show. We got a Basque cheesecake--which was super light and fluffy--and the sundae. The sundae had many layers to it and was super unique. The top layer was a really rich sweet cream that rested on a graham cracker-like disk. Beneath the cracker was a sweet apple pie-type mixture with some sauce that had notes of caramel and chocolate. The sundae is very sweet and in a way compliments the overall saltier tapas. read more

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Friendly staff. Had a small menu of tapas, but everything we had was delicious! Very small space, so probably want to make a reservation. Good cocktails, good food, good atmosphere! read more

I love this place! The drinks are AMAZING and the wine is delish. The food and the staff and on point. Everyone is super friendly and welcoming. I love sitting outside and doing wine porrons. If you don't know, you need to know. Can't wait to go back! read more

Great spot and drinks. Kali burger with patatas bravas are amazing! The Kali sundae is freaking scrumptious! read more

Kalimotxo - Tempranillo blend, La Rioja Alta, Viña Alberdi, Rioja '15 and a bad rabbit cocktail - Basque Near Me - Austin, Texas