I've eaten at Lenoir twice, and had excellent experiences both times. Last night's was easily a top dining experience for Austin: in part because the meal was outstanding (best hushpuppies I've ever had, delicious sauce on grilled turnips, an amazing little shrimp toast, rich akaushi beef on sweet potato puree, and a decadent dessert) -- and in even greater part because the five courses cost a whopping $39. Keep an eye on Lenoir's instagram for its annual-ish half-price chef's menu (it just concluded a five-day run) and make a reservation IMMEDIATELY when you see it. It books up fast. The dinner alone was great, but I sprang for the $58 wine pairing, which ended up being five glasses of wine... definitely poured on the heavy side. Talk about decadence... and outstanding value. I'm still full. Really friendly, engaging server. Lovely atmosphere. I'll be back again. Sadly, didn't take any pics. read more

The whole fish on the plate! Delicious. Great service and great wine. The desert was also really good. read more

Noticed they were doing their Chef's Tasting menu (five courses) for only $29 during January so booked a table the last weekend of the special. The wine patio was a perfect happy hour spot pre-COVID, and so it's no shock that with a few finishing touches like a tent and heaters, it would make for a wonderful dinner experience, too. Anthony was our server and he was so on top of it all night long. In addition to taking care of the dietary restrictions of some of the group, he also was very generous with the wine pours! I can thankfully eat everything, but just want to give a hats off to the kitchen for accommodating the two gluten-free diners. They even made a special dessert for a friend that is allergic to eggs! The menu was pretty stacked with seafood options which made it light but satisfying. I am not a huge oyster fan, but Sweet Home Alabama were theirs tasty! The tuna pappardelle was interesting...someone's hot take was that it reminded them of a more sophisticated tuna casserole. Impressive there was no dairy in the dish but it had a creamy, cheesy texture. My favorite was the seafood stew-esque dish with the delightful bread for dipping. The $40 wine pairing was a steal! Not only were the pours accompanying each dish full (not a sissy tasting pour), but Anthony would just magically top off our glasses like a vino ninja, so I felt as if I had prob consumed an entire bottle by the end. And, definitely not mad at that! While the half off special may not be a thing any longer, I still recommend visiting Lenoir for a nice dinner out, with all the precautions in place/being observed. read more

Lenoir - Chef's Tasting Oysters - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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A very interesting experience. Just about the most hippster-y restaurant I have ever been to. Looks like this might have changed since I went, but it was a pre-fixe menu with four categories and you could choose 3 dishes from any category. They were sorted into seafood, land meats, vegetarian, and dessert. As a vegetarian, I really didn't have a ton of options and felt that my options were not quite worth the price point. For example, one of my dishes was mostly just roasted broccoli. However, my significant other's meat options seemed high quality. We both enjoyed our food - it all seemed fresh and was well-plated by the chef. The service was fine but a bit drab. The server explained our dishes very thoroughly but was kind of unenthusiastic about it. We could hear the chefs laughing and having a good time in the kitchen which was actually kind of nice to hear because it was a little awkward and quiet in there otherwise. Atmosphere is very cute and beautifully decorated but I don't think there was any air conditioning, or very little air conditioning, so it was very hot which definitely made our meals less enjoyable. The place is TINY - not many tables and tables are super close together. I loved the chandelier and bar though. The actual restaurant was a little difficult to find from the street at night. Overall, might return but probably only if they were running some sort of special or if someone else were paying. read more

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As I drove up, I was unsure of parking and which building to go to! After I was pointed to the correct destination I found the ambiance to be quaint and inviting with a nice hint of sophistication. A semi-open kitchen with a trendy bar area invited me to relax and enjoy the evening on Lenoirs terms. I'm a former chef, however when I order beverages, I prefer to tell the staff my interests and let them suggest my vino(s) of the night. My waiter proved to be worth his salt as my 'pearl snap' which was perfect. I'm not a fan of IPAs so this suited my palate. As for the wine, I opted for the matthieu barret from Rhone. I told the waiter I prefer French wines, especially being at a French restaurant and this beverage didn't disappoint. It was a light bodied wine with a great bouquet that kept me guessing what flavors were prominent. The Syrah/Shiraz seemed to have hints of oak and cherries while other flavors I couldn't pick out but in a fun way. Our evening started with the "crab fingers". The crab was cooked perfectly however I there wasn't much meat on them and picking at the claw proved tedious and the chili oil was a bit hot. That said the curry leafe leche was a true delight. We also opted for the tuna tartare which was fresh but the salsa macha again seemed to be aped up on heat. More on the heat aspects later. As for dinner my date and I both opted for the oxtail tagliatelle. Again, heat was the star of the dish. I then asked the waiter why every dish had such a heat signature and they said it's fusion to the local vibe. To me I can't take heat so it brings the occasion down. That said, there's a true skill in the dish as the oxtail was cooked to perfection. Tender and flavorful while the kale provided a nice flavor contract being sharp to cut the fat from the oxtail. The pasta was al dente and married well with the sauce. Besides the heat, this dish was outstanding! The waiter suggested a desert wine of Malvasia-trebbiano. I wasn't a fan but my date loved it. Also it paired wonderfully with the coffee semifreddo. This desert was classy, filling, not to sweet and a wonderful capper to the evening. All said, I really enjoyed my experience at Lenoirs and I suggest this establishment to anyone that wants to add flair to a first date while not being pretentious. The food is skillfully crafted, the wait staff knows their restaurant and the ambiance is romantic. An inviting experience not to be missed. read more

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The best meal we've had in Austin. We ordered the tasting menu ($58) and 2 bottles of wine. The tasting menu kept us excited and pleased the whole way through. The opening items (an Amuse bouche of falafel-like crisps with a lovely sauce and a sashimi with a tangy sauce) were so good. Blew us away. Personally, the third item, gnocchi, was not my favorite. It is made from corn flour, not potato, which is slightly off putting. My friend described it as enchilada in bite form. I liked the spinach. The steak was amazing. I liked the texture and the taste. It had a lovely chimichurri like sauce with leeks. The cucumber salad bopped too. Finally, the dessert -- light and pleasing. Highly recommend trying the tasting menu if you come. read more

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What a beautiful experience! We were greeted with such warmth and taken through such a wonderful culinary journey. Probably the most romantic atmosphere from the lights, the the soft music, & the perfect weather. Our servers/waitress was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable about every dish. read more

Lenoir - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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While visiting Austin, I chose Lenoir for a romantic vibe with a setting that felt uniquely "Austin." We went with the chef's tasting menu and didn't look back. We received a selection of 5 dishes that we mostly would not have ordered on our own, and we loved each one. Each dish was full of pleasantly surprising flavors and they were all beautifully presented. The tasting menu also left us happily full without being overstuffed. To go with our meal, we chose a bottle of wine from their ample selection. They also offer a few cocktails, beers, and some wine by the glass, but getting a bottle seems to be the way to go. Our server, Dustin, was fantastic. He was very willing to hear any and all dietary restrictions or quirks, and was happy to work with the the couple that I mentioned. He was clearly passionate about everything on the menu and his excitement for what we chose showed. He even gave us great tips on places to check out in Austin later that night. Dining at Lenoir was a highlight during the few days we spent in Austin, the food was phenomenal and the atmosphere was wonderful. read more

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3 chef course tasting was excellent but the service is what really took the spotlight of the evening. Our server was extremely helpful with the wine tastings and patient with us while we deciding on the wine. The food was good and portions were appropriate. Dinner for the chef tasting and two glasses of wine came in just at $200 for two of us with tax and tip. read more

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Wow. I wasn't expecting to love this place so much but it was a fantastic experience all around. The outdoor gravel patio is like sitting in someone's backyard under huge oak trees. They have simple lanterns strung from the tree branches and umbrellas all around. I loved the ambiance. We ordered the tasting menu and the wine flight. The wine pairings were one of the best I've ever had. I'm not a fan of white wine but the owner picked the best French wines that paired perfectly with each course. The first course was a hamachi crudo- perfectly light with subtle flavor. Second course was a green bean salad- this was my favorite of the night. The beans were lightly pickled then charred and served on a yogurt queso fresco sauce- HEAVENLY. I make a mean green bean but theirs was the best I've ever had. Third course was shrimp and vegetables. This was my least favorite, and it was still amazing. Fourth course was the char siu and watermelon. Perfectly cooked and the balance of flavors was delicious. I was so full at this point but I still soldiered on. Last course was ice cream with almond crumble. I'm not a fan of ice cream but this was really good. Our server Quentin made our experience an unforgettable one. We'll be back for sure. read more

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This January, I discovered the Wine Patio at Lenoir. I had been to Lenoir in the past, but inside in a tiny little space. When I was looking for a place to celebrate some family milestones, I found that Lenoir had outdoor dining. Since I'm not willing to take my chances with indoor dining at this point, I'm much more willing to "take my chances" as to what the weather will be like for outdoor dining and make a reservation. Also, with most restaurants doing take-out, I'm thinking, if the weather is bad for our reservation, we'll just get take out instead. As it turned out, I've been able to dine out two lovely meals at Lenoir. The first was a Sunday evening meal. We ate early in the evening, and that was great, because we were able to find parking right there at Lenoir, and we had the place to ourselves at first. We were seated under a tent with propane heaters all around. The tent is open on two sides, so it's still getting plenty of air circulation even though we had a roof over our heads. While Lenoir has adapted their dining format to include a la carte ordering, we chose to go with the traditional Lenoir chef's choice tasting menu. Everything about that evening was magical. Just going out to eat for a celebration was special. Then the weather was just fine for dining outdoors, and the wine patio area of Lenoir is so beautiful and romantic. The tent is decorated with beautiful hanging potted plants, and the uncovered area was dotted with fire pits and chimineas. Our servers were knowledgeable, personable, and masked at all times. The food was all delicious and it was a truly special evening. Through Yelp, I heard that Lenoir is running a special $25 5-course evening dine-in meal through the end of January. I was looking for a reservation, and could not find any available times that meshed with my schedule, but I saw they now had lunch! We went for lunch on a foggy, misty day. We were a little concerned that we would be crowded with too many people within the covered area, and once again, was prepared to get take-out instead of dining in if it looked crowded. As it was, it must be a well-kept secret that Lenoir is open for lunch, because we had Lenoir to ourselves for most of our meal. It was once again a super lovely experience. My husband had a crab stuffed omelette, and I had a winter salad topped with roasted beets, butternut squash, and chicken and the most amazing combination of spices. For dessert we split a piece of Meyer Lemon Cheese Cake. Everything was super delicious. When we told our server how we found they had lunch when we were unsuccessful finding a dinner reservation in January, the server asked when we'd like to come to dinner and that he would talk to management about getting us in. As we were leaving, we were told we have a reservation for early Friday evening. I can't wait to be back. Lenoir is a lovely place to safely dine outdoors on some of the freshest best food that Austin has to offer. read more

We were celebrating an engagement and a late birthday. server never asked if we were celebrating anything nor went over specials. Don't be brown and Try to eat here. I asked for the check after our appetizer. what a terrible place to celebrate. read more

I came here for a special set course menu with a friend and we also purchased their wine pairing to go with our meal. The wine pairings changed my mind about wine. I know nothing about wines except that I had never had one I actually enjoyed until I ate at Lenoir. The wine pairings went perfectly with each dish, which I guess is the point of a wine pairing, but I was really impressed by how well each wine complimented each course. It was also the perfect amount of food and we left feeling satisfied. The next two times I came, we ordered off of their regular menu. Many of the dishes we had were comprised of Asian ingredients, but I could tell careful attention was paid into the crafting of each dish so that they didn't come off as a fusiony gimmick, but rather created new and interesting dishes with rich flavors. The service was great and I loved the touch of the eclectic blend of dishware and silverware that was replaced after each course. read more

We had the best night here, we were seated outside on the beautiful patio, when it started to rain out of nowhere. We were about half way through our meal, when it started down pouring. The staff was so great and escorted us to the covered patio and provided us with a complimentary beverage to help wait out the storm. They moved us inside and we were able to finish our meal! I highly recommend the crudo, crab claws, and snapper. We can't wait to dine here again. read more

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What a dining experience. We went with the chefs menu because we had 6 in our group and I think they said we had to do it that way. It's family style. They ask for allergies: my wife and another in our party was gluten free and someone else was pescatarian. They tailored everything to us. We also choose the wine tasting to go along with the menu. It was one of the best meals I've had in a long time. To go though the courses would be too much, but just amazing. Now, the bad part; we got eaten alive by mosquitoes. They have bug spray and you need to use it as you sit down. My wife got bit 10 times in just one arm. Everyone got bit at least once. It is fairly expensive as it came to be about $150/person. read more

Lenoir - Outside dining - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Friends weekend in Austin. We did the chef's choice menu secondary to our party being so large. I also did the wine pairing. First course: crab fingers. It was paired with a Christophe Lindenlaub 2020 En Liberté (Pinot Gris). I thought the crab fingers were dry and not filling at all. The sauce was somewhat flavorful, but not enough food. The wine was absolutely terrible. I equated it to a sour beer. It even looked a bit turbid. Second course: yellowfin tuna tartare. I've had a lot of tartare in my day and this was mediocre at best. It was paired with a Hermann J Weimer dry Riesling 2019. The wine was actually delicious and was probably my favorite thing of the night. Third course: grilled cabbage. I could have made this better in the microwave. There was nothing good about this to me. It was paired with Teutonic Rose, which I enjoyed. Fourth course: boucherie with andouille, tasso, pork belly, & dirty rice. This course was also mediocre. It was paired with a Milan Nestarec Forks and Knives. I actually hated this wine too. It too had a sour quality. Dessert and the dessert wine were nothing to write about. All I really remember is I didn't like them. The only thing that is giving this restaurant 2 stars was the staff was exceptionally friendly, the ambiance was great, they accommodated a friend that was vegetarian (the beet dish they served her, was the best of the evening), and the waitress knew I didn't like the dessert wine so she brought me a second glass of the riesling. I hate giving bad reviews, but I spent a lot of money here and was really disappointed. I won't be returning. read more

We picked this place for a Valentine's weekend after my friend sent me a look at the unique menu. Lot's of interesting greens, grains, proteins and a constantly changing menu. So, expecting new tastes, quality service and intimate setting we were ready. And then we had a dessert that was like killing a flavorful sugar animal. On the big issues: FIRST: Make reservations for the dining space. It is small and in demand. SECOND: Expect great service. It was delivered. THIRD: Don't expect quiet spaces where your conversations can't be overheard. There are a few, small high-tops, but mostly a long, community table where couples are elbow-to-elbow. You will not be disappointed with the creativity of the food. We opted not to do the $60 p/p four course, chef's choice meal. We ordered off the menu to share dishes instead. The one thing we wanted to try was the antelope heart and trout roe appetizer. It was served in a tin making it look like a canister of caviar next to sourdough crisps. Very eye appealing. It had an interesting texture of creaminess and bite with the saltiness of roe blending with the slightly gamey organ-taste of heart bits and yeast of bread. It definitely needed the bread in my opinion to keep everything on balance. Entrees were pork shoulder for one of us and herb chicken for the other. The pork shoulder was tremendously flavored with sweet and tangy glaze. Perfectly cooked to medium. It had spicy greens which I thought I were amazing on their own but they were definitely hot so if heat is not your thing... Our server warned us about the heat which was appreciated. The tangy, spicy greens went great with the pork and it's toothy meatiness. The chicken (I know, chicken when there's wagyu on the menu??) was amazing! The cut of the bird laid it evenly flat to be cooked. It allowed the skin to crisp perfectly with fat still along the edges of the skin. Flesh was so juicy and tender. It was amazing. I was disappointed though because the sides, sticky wild rice and greens, felt like they were by-standers to the dish. The greens had excellent tangy, peppery flavor and freshness but were buried under the bird. The rice immediately to the side of the bird was somewhat bland despite having a great, starchy texture. There has to be a side in someone's pocket that will take this great chicken dish from a 3 to a 5. An au gratin? Something spicy? Something to dance with the wonderful herbs on the chicken. The finale was strawberry sherbet and 'Magical Chocolate' covering. It had a wonderful, shiny, chocolate dome over a chocolate and strawberry sherbet with fantastic cocoa nibs around it. Our mouths gaped when we saw it. Our elbow-to-elbow, uninvited co-diners gawked over it and asked what it was. The dish was, visually, the best thing we ordered all night. But, when you're elbow to elbow with other diners, successes and flaws are easily noticed. The frozen dish was like a rock. We hammered at the overly frozen dish with spoons. She failed after slightly bending the spoon handle against the shiny covering. I took over. I broke the chocolate. Kind of. More like cracked it. Then, after several minutes, we used forks. The dish was so hard-frozen we could hardly get through the dark chocolate shell and when we did even the sherbet was rock hard! We finally had more success when we rolled the sweet beast on it's back and ate it from the belly. The dish tasted absolutely AMAZING when we got there, though. The flavor from the strawberry, chocolate and cocoa nibs combined was POW! But I promise you, I'm not sure our dining neighbors wanted to put out that much effort for dessert....But I know I would do it again. Speaking of looking over your neighboring diner's shoulder, they have a whole fish we're going back to try. But I go back now knowing this is not intimate dining. But I'll get great service and share my experience along the way with new culinary 'friends'. read more

This place blew me out of the water & I'm not just talking about their seafood! Came here for date night as we were looking for somewhere outside where we could enjoy the weather. Stopped in for their happy hour and enjoyed the sweet potato Pullman bread along with the smoked fish tartine. Both dishes were fantastic and paired well with first blush cocktail & blood orange ipa which were both on the happy hour menu. The star however was the whole roasted dorade entree dish we ordered. Not only was it super flavorful served in a delicious curry sauce but it was beautifully presented and most of the bones were picked out for full enjoyment. The ambiance really pulled the entire experience together for me as illuminating lights hung throughout the trees and the smell of fire burning in the air. Highly recommend this place if your looking for a special date night or Valentine's Day plans. read more

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The service was amazing and so was the wine pairing (we did the chefs tasting menu), but the food was really not that impressive. The bread was the best thing and we ordered that on top of the chefs tasting. I liked the pasta dish but everything else was just so so. The cucumbers were too salty, the cold squash was nothing special and then the main dish at the end was spam?? I might go back for wine, service and the patio vibe was nice but not the food. Especially not for the expense. read more

Lenoir was not necessarily our cup of tea. We made a reservation and arrived a little early. We were sat at the long middle table. The ambiance was legit. The server was impersonal and stoned faced. There was a lady picking up plates who was very prompt and friendly. The food was just ok. It wasn't horrible, but it wasn't great. The server being more friendly would have made the experience way more enjoyable. Fair warning: Each person in your party will be forced to get three courses. This is this original reason we chose this place, but it is strictly enforced. We wont be back. read more

Lenoir - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

We picked up a lovely dinner from here last night! We got the anytime picnic meal which included so much food. It came its a whole loaf of bread and spreads, salad, smoked fish salad (or another one of your choosing), cookies, and wine. It was the perfect meal and so much food that we had leftovers. I could tell the fish was fresh and everything was absolutely delicious! Ordering and pickup was super easy. I ordered online, and it was ready roughly 30-45 mins later. We drove over and parked there and someone brought it out to my car. There was no contact and super quick and easy! read more

Lenoir - Pullman Loaf - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I love Lenoir! I like how it is a intimate setting with indoor and outdoor seating. AMAZING food. Highly suggest getting the chefs tasting menu with beverage pairing as well. Everything just flows and they space it out enough so you don't feel stuffed at the end. I will say the one kind of annoying thing is that if one person orders the tasting menu the whole table has to order it. I didn't mind this but I know other people might want to choose their items. Just keep in mind. Other than that a great place for date night or girls dinner. read more

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We recently went to Lenoir and we were impressed by the food, the service, and the precautions the staff were taking. All tables were located outside and were appropriately distanced. The staff were masked and they were enforcing masking with their patrons. Tables were oriented in such a way that adjacent tables were perpendicular to each other, so that if you were facing a table, it would be facing the backs of other diners. The food was fantastic. We got the chef's tasting, which at $58 is a steal. As someone from south India, I was pleasantly surprised by the South Indian flavours within many of the dishes during this week's menu. The rutabaga starter had a bit of "puli" (sour flavour from gambogia) that rounded out the green garlic. The sweet potato with poha was phenomenal. The braised lamb shank stole the show though -- it blended Italian flavours with Indian flavours and was right up our alley. I wish I could get a recipe for it. Our server (Dustin) was warm and hospitable. We loved the casual service that wasn't too over the top. The pacing for the dishes was perfect and we didn't feel rushed. read more

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Recently went here with a friend for dinner as a visitor to Austin and while the food was good, probably 4/5, I cannot recommend this business as I lost my wallet in between this dinner and a direct drive back to where I was staying. After retracing our steps and turning the place and car inside out, my wallet could not be found and two days later, none of my cards had been used. However, I did have $300 in cash and a $200 rewards debit card that was in there. Lenoir refused to pick up after multiple calls and messages, which they also refused to return. Once we finally got through, employees denied having it, despite there being only one logical place it could possibly be. So while I had a decent meal, I'm now out almost $800 with the added bonus of having to replace my REAL ID and cards read more

My recommendations from our last dinner: "true love" mexican style lager purple emmer tabbouleh (field) summer squash roasted red snapper (sea) texas wagyu beef (land) almond & grapefruit cake My husband had the heirloom tomato, yellow fin tuna, and antelope carpaccio. I didn't like those dishes as much as the ones I selected. Excellent service as always. Would prefer it if the water was served at a much colder temperature since it's not served with ice. Could use more lighting in the parking at night time. We had 6:45 pm dinner reservations but had to park across the street because the Lenoir lot was already full with the few parking spots it does have. read more

Lenoir - summer squash roasted red snapper - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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My wife and I stopped in last Friday night (or was it Sat?) around 8 or 9pm and managed to score 2 seats at the bar with no reservation. Right away, I have to say the staff--especially our bartender--was amazing and should be commended on her knowledge of wine. It took me all of 10 seconds to see a 5-course tasting which my wife and I ordered and they built around her pork and beef allergies. Amazing food--the crab claws really stood out as something I'll never go without when we return. The real star that made the place stand out was the wine pairingwith the tasting menu--Somms rejoice, as this place has the best elevated wine pairings I've seen in Austin, bar none! I'm afraid we tore into dessert a little fast to get a good pic but the crab, broccolini, pasta thing, fish, and the rest were elegant and honestly under-priced. An intimate romantic sharing experience that makes my top 3 in Austin with Luties and Apt 115--5 stars. read more

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Came here for my wife's birthday with some friends and we all agreed it was probably the best meal of our lives. The courses all featured spice in very well balanced dishes, and as a person who doesn't normally search out spicy food I had no regrets after this experience. The crab fingers were a fun and light way to start things off, just enough to whet the appetite without being heavy. I loved the curry sauce and the chili oil was enough to feel it but not enough to overwhelm the crab or curry. Next was a tuna tartare with more spice, this was really good but probably my least favorite of all the dishes. The biggest surprise for me was the charred cabbage. It was marinated lightly and then seared over flame, and the combination of those two steps made it extremely flavorful and easy to eat. I don't normally think of cabbage as something exciting, but combined with the spices and furikake mushroom curry sauce I'd go back just for this! Absolutely floored my whole party. The main course of pork three ways over dirty rice and greens was a hit, with a lightly tangy mustard sauce and simple, excellent flavors all around. Finally, dessert was a delicious cake with I believe a pumpkin sauce topped with a heavy cream and pumpkin seeds. I'd punch a child just to have that sauce alone, the rest was a bonus. Most of my group did the wine course, allergies had me under the weather so I had only one glass and a few samples. Everyone agreed the wines paired really well, although feelings were mixed on the necessity of the dessert wine given the dessert was sweet enough. That being said, no one had complaints after the trip and we are eagerly planning our next outing. The staff was amazing and we felt very well taken care of all night long. My compliments to Lenoir for a wonderful evening! read more

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The inside part of the restaurant definitely seems perfectly set up for couples. I went with my best friend (not a couple) and still had a great culinary experience. We did the Chef's Choice 5 course menu and enjoyed each dish. It was nice to not have to decide what to order and still eat yummy food. Service also great. Decor really homey and cute. I would come back again; seems like the menu changes not infrequently. read more

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The outside patio is so cute would recommend going at night for a really romantic vibe. Staff is nice and brings out plates in a timely manner as not to overcrowded the table. My favorite dishes were the crab legs and the yellowfin tartare. read more

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Came here to celebrate my boyfriend's big job promotion and we were so, so thrilled with our experience here. We did the tasting menu with wine pairings and it was every bit of delicious. Our server was wonderful, knowledgeable, and attentive. Some of the food runners or other servers were a little awkward as they described dishes they dropped off, but nice nonetheless! The wine garden patio area was romantic, intimate, and absolutely stunning. Oh, and the grilled cabbage dish BLEW our minds- so simple and phenomenal in every way. We loved the southern-inspired food being from Louisiana, and to our shock, the cabbage was still our fave. They even included a sweet note to him congratulating him on the career move with a free cocktail coupon. We cannot wait to be back here to use it! read more

Lenoir - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

I came to Lenoir for a work event and omg I would sell my soul for this bread + pimento cheese combo. I'm sure it was designed to share but luckily my co-worker had already eaten because yes I ate the entire MASSIVE chunk of bread for myself. Gorgeous patio, extremely friendly staff, great food - a little oasis on S 1st. Perfect for dates, happy hours, special occasions, they can do it all. Definitely a must try! read more

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In the words of Leonardo Da Vinci, "Details make perfection, and perfection is not a detail." So, it is safe to say that on top of a great dining experience, Lenoir went above and beyond in perfecting each detail of our evening. First and foremost, I have to mention that my boyfriend and I came to Austin to celebrate our 2 year anniversary, 3 months after the actual date. It's been a busy year for us, so we were genuinely looking forward to having a romantic evening together. Upon making the reservation, the hostess asked if we were celebrating any special occasion, and I hesitated (in fear of drawing unnecessary attention) before letting her know that we were celebrating our anniversary. Now, I am so glad I mentioned that to her. Once we were seated at the restaurant, there was an envelope on the table. We opened it, and there was a card signed by the entire team wishing us a happy anniversary. I was shocked, it was the kindest gesture and absolutely set a great tone for the rest of the evening. Then our waiter offered us a glass of complimentary wine for the special occasion and even helped us choose a wine that would compliment our order. Overwhelmed with options (they all looked delicious), we decided to go with the tasting menu and the smoked fish tartine, and the chef knocked the ball out of the park. The tasting menu came with the following: Branzino: The fish was crispy, yet flakey and delicate. There were no overwhelming flavors in this dish, and it was served with vegetables. It was overall light and a pleasant initial course. Wagyu: The steak did not disappoint. The meat was buttery and tender, you could have basically cut it with a fork. It was served with potatoes that had a slight crisp to them. Together, they made a powerful and classic duo. Smoked fish tartine: While this was not part of the tasting menu, I felt that I had to try it, and I'm so glad we did. The balance of the fish was perfect. It wasn't too smokey, nor salty/ fishy. Each flavor complimented each other and reminded me of the open sandwiches I ate while growing up in Russia over the summers. I would absolutely recommend this dish to anyone. Overall, do yourself a favor and go to this restaurant. The ambiance and team will absolutely make you feel welcome and the food will not disappoint. read more

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This place was so unique!! We came here to try the free Antonelli's cheese board during their free cheese week and were so glad we did. The ambiance is simply amazing, and oUr waiter was so friendly and informed. We really enjoyed the carrot dish and the roasted quail, but the cheese board and even more, the breads and spreads appetizer were jaw-dropping. The bread has a sort of sweet, cinnamon flavor to it that I'd never experienced before. I will say, the place is pricey, but make it a special occasion when you go and it'll be gre read more

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A French Country dining experience to enjoy! We didn't know much before going in but it seems like they have some sort of modern french cuisine thing happening. It was also farm-to-table so it seems like their menu rotates often. Either way, it was delicious! We shared a variety of snacks and small plates, which was enough to fill us up (we were 3 women, just as a reference). We had the hush pups, smoked fish, the bao, stuffed quail, and other stuff I'm forgetting. They even elevated a bean salad! I mean ... seriously! We certainly left room for dessert and their wine selection was superb. It's a cute little restaurant off of 1st St. They have a couple of parking spots right next to the street, and slightly more spots in the back. But they're not prolific by any stretch. No valet that I could see but you might want to call and check. It seems like they have a lovely outdoor wine garden. We're definitely planning on coming back when it gets a bit cooler so it's comfortable sitting outside read more

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There are many things to be impressed about while dining at Lenoir. The small room with communal dining seats was the lowest on my list. I know it has its place and purpose, but I was happy that my two colleagues and I were seated at the corner of the bar where we could all see each other and talk without being in the middle of someone else's meal experience. I was also impressed with the flavors and spins on classic ingredients that make Lenoir a true original. Many fine dining, small plate establishments have quail on the menu rotation, but a five spice crispy fried quail is one that I hadn't imagined. And it was done perfectly crisp without a hint of grease. The antelope heart was tender, but with the appropriate chew of any offel dish. I chose the additional course and had a tile fish curry and a halloumi cheese dessert. Everything was very well prepared and delicious. What put Lenoir over the top for me was the service. The bar keep took care of us drink wise and food wise and was ready with suggestions for each. He, along with everyone else who brought our plates, were familiar with the menu and described each and every element of our dishes as they arrived. And they all arrived timely, but not rushed, together for each of our courses. This seems to be a rarity these days with small plates generally crashing around the table and into other plates that come out haphazardly as a "lively" part of the meal. Not at Lenoir. I can't wait until my next visit. read more

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The tasting menu was really good-- a lovely birthday dinner evening in a beautiful space (located right by a creek, so lots of mosquitos unfortunately). FOOD: Delicious and thoughtful menu. We did the tasting menu for a birthday, and it took about 2 hours (we're quick eaters, too). They asked very intentionally at the beginning if we had any allergies and dietary restrictions, which was really thoughtful. Slight side note that the plates and serving ware was quite cute, which is just an ancillary sort of plus. SERVERS: Speedy and really quite nice. They had recommendations, provided bug spray, were knowledgeable about the beverages. No complaints. AMBIENCE: Currently (Oct 2021) only outdoor seating. It was well-lit and covered overhead. Quite good dinner date spot. BATHROOMS: Gender neutral bathrooms indoors. It's may be a 50-ft walk to the bathrooms? Two single-person bathrooms. Clean, stocked. No complaints. PARKING: A few (Like 10ish?) parking spots in a lot, otherwise I think it's street parking. read more

We had a hugely disappointing experience at Lenoir prior to our wedding last spring, and I haven't been able to shake it. My now-husband and I wanted to have an intimate dinner, just the two of us, the evening before the wedding. I had been to Lenoir years ago, not long after it opened, and very much enjoyed my experience back then. My husband had never been but had heard good things, and he decided it was nice and romantic enough to book for this special dinner. I'm struggling to find many positive things to say about the evening. First, we were seated at a wobbling table on a sloped part of the patio area. I get that it's supposed to be charming, but I'd expect a more elevated atmosphere than gravel and wonky metal dining sets for the price point. The table might not have been a big deal if it were any other date night, but we kindly asked to be reseated at another open table. They begrudgingly moved us, which was an off-putting start to the meal. Our waiter arrived and was fairly nice and friendly. He brought us a bottle of their house lambrusco when we told him what we were celebrating, so I (incorrectly) thought maybe things would turn around. However, the first two courses we had were nothing special to me and my husband straight up did not like them. I held out hope that the main course would rescue the dinner. At least 20 (might have been more than 30?) minutes after our 2nd course was not only finished but cleared, our waiter was nowhere to be found. We finally flagged another waitstaff down (who said she was the manager), and said we would prefer to cancel the last course, as we had been waiting quite a while and were not hungry anymore. Instead of saying "no problem" or, "we'll comp it" - she said it was on it's way and disappeared into the back. Our final entree (a fish dish in some sort of coconut curry broth I believe) was delivered to the table shortly thereafter. While it tasted better than the other courses, we didn't finish even half of it. All said and done, we left paying over $300 for the food alone, thoroughly underwhelmed and regretting the reservation entirely. I would not recommend coming here for a special event. In the worst case the quality has gone downhill across the board; in the best case, it is inconsistent and I wouldn't take the risk to come here to celebrate a big milestone. It was a huge bummer that night and overall. I do really like to support old Austin favorites and to see them thrive, but I'm going to say pass on Lenoir and support the other classics in '04 :-/ read more

Good wine. Great service. Horrible portions. The plates are very small and more like micro appetizers.

Austin Texas is a great place for foodies and for trying new things. This spot is no exception. Excellent and unique food choices and great service. It was a culinary experience for sure. I absolutely loved the antelope carpaccio. I don't know if the menu rotates but you can't go wrong with anything here. Make a reservation it's not a large location but it's super cute and worth a trip! read more

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This is a great neighborhood restaurant and it's been a couple years since I've been back. They were offering a half off their prefixed menu so I brought my mom. Highlight was the redfish with curry which seems to be a staple and the chicken which was crisped with skin on to perfection. read more

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