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    La Condesa

    3.6 (1.8k reviews)
    PriceyMexican, Bars
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    LA CONDESA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Trendy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    CHILAQUILES
    Dhilip R.

    It was one of those coldest days in Austin and I decided to brace the freeze and step into La Condesa in the downtown. Parking was a nightmare since it was hard to find a space next to the restaurants. I got one three blocks away. I was able to reserve and go. It was pretty much an empty restaurant and the waiter was really great and recommend vegetarian options. My order: Huevos Rancheros Chilaquiles Concha Service was a tad bit slow. Still the dishes came out piping hot. Loved the Huevos Rancheros and it was a little soupy than the traditional dish. Chilaquiles was fine. Concha was alright since it wasn't a soft brioche and the chocolate wasn't going great with brioche , probably because it was my first time. Ambiance was stellar with lights and decor. Would totally recommend this place.

    PESCADO AHUMADO - smoked fish, avocado and caviar
    Desiree A.

    Our new favorite spot! Bar none! Lots of vegan and gluten free dishes Pro tip: go for their weekly happy hour 5-7pm! The tacos will change your life! My absolute favorites were the Crispy taco (tuna, dai dai, avocado, chives) and some delicious fish taco that was special that day. My wife's favorite was the Al Pastor and the Pollo taco. We then left HH, went shopping, and came back for dinner. At dinner we had almost everything and the standouts were the QUESO FLAMEADO made with black beans, avocado and of course queso! We added the short rib (chef's kiss). Then we had the ESQUITES a side dish made with grilled corn, cotija, mayo, etc. and lastly the PESCADO AHUMADO made with smoked fish, avocado and caviar! Yes, yes, yes please... Dessert was a struggle because we were full - so we recommend sharing with lots of people - but we did try the CHOCOLATE cake with banana ice cream and the carrot cake special. Let me just say ... I actually don't like carrot cake. Never have. Never will. Until now. I loved the texture, the subtle carrot and the sweetness. Who knew?? I'm glad I tried it. The ambience was perfect for our anniversary and ALL of the staff were friendly, informative, and welcoming. They also always ask about allergies which we loved. So try the HH then once you're hooked - reserve a table and bring your friends!

    Mint tea
    Chithra V.

    Very upscale, ambience was very pretty with plenty of decor. We went for a brunch on a Sunday morning and it wasn't crowded at all, we still had a reservation in advance. Our waiter took good care of us, went over the menu to help us choose vegetarian options. We ended up ordering the huevos rancheros, chilaquile with no meat, mint tea and a concha. Everything tasted delicious. My most favorite was the huevos rancheros. The eggs were perfectly done and it was delicious. This restaurant says $$$ but our check was only $60 which we thought is a little lesser compared to what is mentioned in Google/Yelp with regards to pricing. The restrooms were very clean and there is a bar on the other side. Overall a great experience!

    Natalie F.

    Wow, where do I even start? Brandon, who was running the host stand and serving as the manager on duty, was absolutely incredible and truly the highlight of our visit. He made sure we were well taken care of from the moment we arrived, offered fantastic dish recommendations, and was a major reason we'll keep coming back. We came for brunch and ordered the $4 palomas, banana bread, breakfast quesadilla, and short rib hash. I wish I had taken more photos, but trust me everything was so good we devoured it immediately. Highly recommend!

    last word
    Aruni G.

    I met a friend for HH this past week on a Wednesday. I got lucky and got a street spot just around the corner! Woo hoo! I've been to La Condesa many times in the past but it had been some years since I'd last been to this location. We sat near the bar at a table and had a great waitress, Gabriela, waiting on us. They have a good HH with 1/2 off of all drinks and street tacos for $3. The tacos have a nice spicy kick to them! We ordered cocktails, some tacos and guacamole. The blue corn chips were a nice touch but we ran out and needed to order more. They brought out the wrong taco for me at first but quickly brought the right one, which was the pastor one. And when they say 1/2 off all drinks, they mean all. Gabriela suggested my favorite cocktail as I was struggling to find one, other than the paloma on their menu that didn't have syrup/sugar which was The Last Word with mezcal! They brought one out that she and I both knew right away they hadn't made properly because it was missing the maraschino cherry, they put a lime on the rim, and possibly the green chartreuse because it did not taste good at all. She said she would personally remake it and she did! It was much better! I look forward to going there for HH again, especially if I get a sweet parking spot!

    Keshante A.

    A friend and I slipped in here a few weeks ago and the vibe was so right! Nice dark lighting. We got queso with short ribs and it was so filling--it came with tortillas so it was essentially like eating tacos. The drink were great too, I got their classic margarita. Excellent service. Great experience!

    Carnitas Tacos ($16), Queso Flameado ($22). Can you see the GIANT POOL OF GREASE :')
    Wendi K.

    Another "elevated Mexican" spot which are a dime a dozen in Austin. We came here on a Tuesday evening. Pros: -The interior is beautiful. -The homemade corn tortillas are fresh and chewy. -Happy Hour has half off drinks and the drinks are nice. Cons: -The items we ordered were SO. incredibly. Oily and Greasy. I suppose I just get annoyed when things are calorie bombs when they don't need to be. The carnitas Tacos ($16) were literally swimming in grease I had to blot off the bottom with a paper towel. And the Queso Flameado ($22) was nice but was a giant bowl of melted cheese that was again, swimming in grease. I suppose cheese makes grease when it melts and it's hard to pour the grease out- but still, not an enjoyable experience. Nice chopped avocado on top though. I really wish I had gone for the ceviche or tuna tostada. Our waiter was quite pleasant. We sat outside on the patio because we had a pup with us.

    Oysters Happy Hour yummy
    Rolando N.

    Well deserved 5 stars. Yes it's pricey but the elevated and eclectic dishes are delicious and a welcome treat from the boring Mexican food you can find everywhere else. The attention to detail on the dishes is evident and the flavors are bold and fresh. I really enjoyed the Happy hour oysters, Queso flameado (add the rib meat), and the carnitas tacos. Delicious across the board. The mini Barbacoa tortas were also tasty. Service was friendly and helpful.

    Churros
    Michelle T.

    La Condesa is our go-to spot in Austin for authentic Mexican food. Their queso is famous for a reason. It is rich, savory, and absolutely worth ordering. The server once recommended adding short rib to the queso and it was amazing. Their carne asada tacos are my favorite and I honestly order them every single time. The tortilla chips are made in-house. Just a heads up, they are very hard and crunchy, but paired with the guacamole and their spicy salsa trio it is delicious. The drinks are strong and excellent. I always get a spicy margarita with Tajín on the rim. If you are dining with a group of five or more, I highly recommend ordering several small plates and sharing so everyone can try a variety of dishes. Everything we have tried has been so flavorful and worth it. Dessert was also great. We ordered the freshly made churros and the tres leches and both were a hit. Service is always pleasant. The staff is kind, helpful, and gives great recommendations if you ask. The menu is on the smaller side, but every dish is made with great flavor and at least one standout element. The presentation and atmosphere are perfect for date nights, celebrations, or group dinners. Overall, it is just a wonderful spot where you truly cannot go wrong.

    Cochinita Pibil
    Lauren W.

    La condesa has the best queso fundido I have ever had. It's so good. The tortillas are delicious, and the avocado & beans are a great addition to the queso. We enjoyed our entrees, but this was really the star. I'd come here and get a drink, queso, and dessert!

    Paayal J.

    Had a lovely date night here; this spot is on the Chase Sapphire list of restaurants to redeem credit, so we decided to check it out. A few vegetarian options, and nice flavors across the board; they were accommodating for dietary restrictions. It is quite loud in the restaurant, but the ambience is nice with high ceilings and a ton of plants. Staff was nice, but service was quite slow. Dishes are pricy, but decent sized portions-- and some, like the queso flameado, are heavier than one might think. Tip: ask for their salsas on the side! They have a couple good ones with varying levels of spice, but not listed on the menu! Dessert was the best course of the night!

    Pretty bar
    Amber E.

    Came in for brunch on Saturday. Loved the decor and the vibe. The service was not great. Took a long time to get breaks; kept forgetting items we ordered. And heard servers dropping dishes 2-3 times! On the plus side, they did have $4 brunch margaritas (although they were out of the frozen ones, and the classic was pretty acidic). The Sandia one with mezcal was untraditional, but so good! Also the huevos rancheros were very flavorful. My friends loved the chicken salad and the chilaquiles, too. They were out of the carnitas, so my other friend had the Barbacoa, and it was fatty, like a pot roast, but she said it was eccellent.

    Huarache - very interesting, great mushrooms
    Dan D.

    Had a good dinner experience at La Condesa - the food was 'authentic' Mexican with CDMX cuisine (not a Tex-Mex spot). The food is James Beard nominated & Michelin recommended - acclaimed praise from the foodie crowd. Their selection of tequilas and mezcal is massive; the margaritas very good. Service was good & attentive with an energetic ambiance that is more hip than some of the photos suggest. It seemed a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for :)

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    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    0.6 miBouldin Creek, 78704 (South Austin)
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    That rush hour traffic in Austin is lethal. If it starts raining too, oh buddy, what a nightmare…read more Eventually you'll make it to your destination and if it's half as good as El Alma, it'll be a sigh of relief. I've driven by El Alma many times being in the Austin area, but I never went until last Thursday, and after surviving a brief monsoon, I was glad to get a few drinks and eat some good TexMex with my large party just before a wedding. The best way to describe El Alma is that it is TexMex that is Austinified. Everything feels a little more unique and special than your classic TexMex options. I started off with a Mezcal Margarita that put a little hair on my chest and got me going. My group ordered two of their Nachitos, which were these nice nachos. For my main entrée, I got 3 Al Pastor tacos on corn with a side of their rice and beans. Their pastor was served with pineapples, onions, and cilantro with limes on the side. They were great and I immediately crushed them all. I thought their rice and beans were pretty good as well and a step above the typical TexMex rice and beans. The server was pretty attentive throughout our whole visit, and I honestly have no complaints about what they had to offer. Pricing on the meal and drinks was pretty standard for Austin, and I didn't think anything really took me out of the experience. On top of that, for being in Barton Springs, there is quite a bit of parking. I would love to come back at some point in the future and hang out on their rooftop bar because that seems like a lot of fun. Shoutout to El Alma for being a TexMex oasis saving me from the MoPac traffic. RIYL: TexMex, but better than your average

    Who designed this menu?!? How can anyone read this? This 4-point-font requires a magnifying glass…read moreand surgical lighting to read. I'm 43. I have 20/20 vision. I'm not old. Yet. However, this is illegible. The pink on pink color scheme actively works against any sensible comprehension of what's to order. There is so much empty real estate on the back of the menu - QR code, etc. That wasted space could easily be used for a bigger font. Please redesign this IMMEDIATELY.

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    4.3(298 reviews)
    0.4 miDowntown
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    Came here for lunch on a weekday. So the place was very quiet. Only a few other tables were…read moreoccupied. Arriba Abajo as you walked in just gave me all the vibes of a happening place when you want to hang out with friends and have a great time. We ordered the braised ribs rolled tacos for appetizers. It was so fresh and kicking' with all kinds of flavors. I wish I had ordered another one. The avocado sauce layered on the bottom was just enough to keep wanting more. For lunch I ordered the Carneasada Fajitas with chimichurri and my husband ordered the Carneasada Taqueria. With my fajitas came a side of frijoles, green rice & flour tortillas. Corn flour was the other option. Both meals came in pipin' hot & the smell coming from both was very aromatic, zesty & spice. Amazing taste, flavors, just the right amount of marinade on the Carneasada with a hint of lime. It was so delicious while enjoying the ambiance. Our server was a delight and took very good care of us. We didn't order any of their alcoholic beverages since we were both working, but definitely we will be back to enjoy more food and try out their beverages.

    This Mexican themed bar and grill in the Thompson Hotel (Tommie) in Downtown Austin is a great…read moreescape from the hustle of the city. It's up on the 4th floor next to the roof deck (which means you can place an order to take outside and lounge under a giant umbrella or sneak into the pool (you can reach your arm over the gate). The fish taco and carne asada are both excellent and they have a fantastic drink menu (which is expensive though). Service is mediocre depending on who you get. I've had amazing experience and other times just felt really neglected or ignored...but in general they're good. I really want to go back and try the $150 Mezcal Omakase Japanese experience one day when I get afford it. It's 6 courses with drinks. Let me know if you've tried it.

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    Private Dining Area

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    Licha's Cantina - Tacos

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    4.1(843 reviews)
    1.1 miEast Austin
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    Another fun place in Austin! Great Mexican food, great and…read morefast service and the mood here was so cozy and inviting- we really enjoyed our food here. So we were thinking of tacos or Mexican food and my daughter suggested this spot as she had come here with some friends and really enjoyed their sopecitos. I had never had a sopecito! What is that! So we had to try... We were lucky to arrive at the right time (9 pm!) where we got their last table!! Make reservations or something because this is another one of those places that fills up! So- we were taken care of immediately: chips and some very hot salsas were set on the table while we chose. They menu is in QR code format, but we asked and got paper menus as well. Well I got the chicken sopecitos , my daughter got the pork ones and my partner got the meat tacos. Everything was delicious, the food arrived promptly, the portion size was perfect and bountiful and everything was super enjoyable. I really enjoyed trying some New Mexican favorites. Next time I will try some other delicacies since I always get tacos tacos burritos or quesadillas: time for some new items on the menu! Enjoy!

    Could have been much better. Many of their dishes are very…read moresweet, instead of savory. Salsa was the best thing. Music was so loud in the back room areas that you could not even have a conversation with others at your table. When I asked to have the music turned down, I was ignored. Dishes were on the pricer side. We won't be back.

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    ATX Cocina - Queso flamado

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    4.2(814 reviews)
    0.1 miWarehouse District, Downtown
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    We celebrated our anniversary at ATX Cocina and had an incredible night. The entire restaurant is…read moregluten-free, which is a huge plus, and the food absolutely delivers -- don't sleep on the Hamachi Crudo. Our server Alexa went above and beyond all evening -- he arranged a champagne toast and a beautiful dessert for us, and at the end of the night the staff surprised us with a personalized anniversary card signed by so many of the team. It was a genuinely sweet touch that we weren't expecting. The food was outstanding across the board, but seriously -- order the Hamachi Crudo. You won't regret it. If you're looking for a spot that nails the food AND makes you feel taken care of, ATX Cocina is it. We'll definitely be back.

    It's actually kind of insane that this place has a 4.2 at the time of writing this review. I…read moreliterally just ate at a Michelin star restaurant in ATX two days ago. This place is better. Flat out. The food is unreal. The hamachi crudo is the best raw seafood dish I've had in any kind of short-term or long-term memory. The carne asada has a masterful balance of just enough smoky flavor and spice. As someone who's been cooking Mexican cuisine for decades, it's very difficult to properly assess how balanced those chiles will turn out. The pork chop was also unreal. We ate every bit off the bone. We live in NYC and eat nothing but great meals. This place is a standout for us in ATX. Can't wait to come back here when we are back in Austin.

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    ATX Cocina - Dinner for four at ATX Cocina

    Dinner for four at ATX Cocina

    ATX Cocina - The amazing cesar salad with watermelon radishes and parmesan cheese crisps

    The amazing cesar salad with watermelon radishes and parmesan cheese crisps

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    Ahi poke tostadas were pretty good

    Fonda San Miguel - Tacos Al pastor, Cadillac margarita and numero uno margarita

    Fonda San Miguel

    4.1(1.4k reviews)
    4.2 miRosedale, Allandale
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    Fonda San Miguel never disappoints! We visited on Cinco de Mayo with another couple, and as…read moreexpected, the place was packed--but we were pleasantly surprised to find a table fairly quickly on a first-come, first-served basis. We started with their famous house Margaritas with Tajín, and they were absolutely delicious--and definitely strong in the best way. My boyfriend and I shared the Ceviche Las Brisas, which was incredibly fresh with generous, perfectly cut pieces of fresh white fish from the Gulf of Mexico. For our main dish, we split the vegetable Enchiladas de Mole Poblano, served with rice and black refried beans. I wish the enchiladas had more vegetables. Everything on the plate was outstanding, and I truly think they have the best mole in town--rich, complex, and unforgettable. We were also celebrating a friend's birthday, and the staff made it extra special by surprising her with a complimentary Tres Leches cake, which was just as amazing as everything else we had. Great food, lively atmosphere, and wonderful service--Fonda San Miguel continues to be one of our favorite spots. We can't wait to go back!

    Thank god for valet, cuz that location is wretched…read more They run a tight ship - speedy and attentive - though some of the prices are whack. The bar staff seems a bit of a mixed bag but it's all good if you're just getting shots and beers. Margs seemed fine. Ambiance is the real winner here, but I clocked some table locations that seemed like real losers in that regard.

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    Bar

    Fonda San Miguel - Cochinita Pibil

    Cochinita Pibil

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