This review is solely based on cocktails... We visited on a late Friday evening. Although they had a few open dining tables, we opted to sit at their beautiful bar. The bartenders were in full swing busy mode and it was fun to watch them work. We ordered the fig manhattan, which was fantastic with a light fig foam, and the drunken monk that had a different flavor with each sip. As we drank, we enjoyed the lively crowd, the dimly lit ambience and conversation with the bartenders. They were all mixologists who had witty banter. We really enjoyed our time here and will be back to try the food! read more

Péché - Drunken monk and fig manhattan - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

Beautiful bar, serious cocktails, and a happy hour worth planning around. Peche is one of those downtown rooms that gets the atmosphere exactly right -- brick, warm light, hand-lettered chalkboard cocktails, and a proper bar setup where you can tell the drinks are made by people who care. Both cocktails were excellent. The happy hour menu is a genuine steal: everything with a star is half off. We got a big basket of fresh-cut fries with house-made ketchup for $6, and they were delicious -- hot, crisp, actually made in-house, not thawed. Marciele behind the bar was great (apologies if I've spelled her name wrong) -- attentive, knowledgeable, and made the whole stop feel easy. Great drinks, real value, gorgeous room. We'll be back. read more

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Amazing happy hour All day Sunday!! $6 drinks - we tried the Rosa Luna cocktail - delicious!! Loved this Also pomme frites and escargot both on happy hour menu We loved both - super good and we would get this again!! We sat at the bar but the booths are really cute Decor and building is definitely antique Service was great - bartenders are always available read more

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Happy hour menu is a great value. It's 50% off drinks and most appetizers. The food and drinks are incredible. The service is warm and welcoming. read more

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Cool downtown French spot - great cocktails and drink selections! I think I like the drinks better than the food here, but they have a lot of good classic French fare on the menu. Food: Came here specifically to try bouillabaisse since it's pretty much the only restaurant in Austin that makes it. Large portion of seafood and very filling from the bread! The soup was a bit salty, but probably expected from the seafood. Also ordered the quail dish - this one was a bit underwhelming, decent but nothing special about it. I would say the drinks are really nice here - they have a large variety of absinthe and comes with a very cool water drip vessel. Service: Great service - came to check in often and offered some good insight into the different absinthe drinks. Vibe: Dark and moody - a bit on the rustic/industrial side but still a nice place for a date or a group. We could hear some music playing from the venues nearby which added to the ambiance. read more

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The drinks and ambiance were the best part of this meal. I enjoyed the vibe of the restaurant, and their bar selection is truly impressive. I loved all the cocktails we tried, and their espresso martini is my new favorite in Austin. I also enjoyed the mac and cheese and the banana foster. The dessert was a great way to end our meal. The main dishes were the weakest part. I enjoyed the stuffed quail, but the lamb was slightly chewy. Both dishes were pretty expensive, so at that price point I have to be wowed. The mains were good but not amazing. I would definitely come back for happy hour drinks. read more

Péché - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

Nice restaurant but very overpriced IMO. Their cocktails are fantastic and probably the most appealing part of the dining experience here. I ordered the "Original Sin", a beautiful gin based cocktail and an Espresso Martini which was heavy on the espresso but absolutely delicious. Food was average. Mussels were a good appetizer. Got the coconut orzo with shrimp added for my main and didn't love it. Sadly did not have time to try dessert. Definitely worth a visit during their happy hour for the discounts. I'll be back for the cocktails. read more

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We stopped by Peche for Happy Hour and had a lovely time! I had the Royal Bees Knees cocktail and my friend had the Pink Moon. I def recommend those if you like gin or vodka. We started by enjoying the escargot and tuna tartare for appetizers. Absolutely delicious! We were splitting everything between 4 people and it was just enough! For our main course we had the Croque Madame with Pomme Frites and Half Pound Burger House Bacon, Gruyere, House Pickled Red Onions, Garlic Aioli, and Pomme Frites. The night ended with a shared creme brulee and I am a sucker for a good creme brulee; it had the perfect crack on the top and was delightfully creamy. read more

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A little piece of New Orleans in Austin. The vibes and service were 10/10. Great cocktails my favorite was the French 75. We got the lamb and duck confit Mac n cheese. The lamb was so tender and perfectly cooked. The Mac n cheese was so delicious and not too rich somehow. I would definitely come back. read more

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Met friends here for a holiday happy hour on a Tuesday! Love their HH. 1/2 off certain apps and $6 certain cocktails until 7pm. And free street parking after 6pm. We had a great time. Our server was very helpful in guiding us to options and drinks. The only minus was that one of our friends is vegetarian so the appetizer options on happy hour were limited for her. We had mac n cheese, several cocktails, escargot, foie gras, fried mushrooms, beet salad, fries and desserts! They seated us at a booth/table which was a little tight for 5 of us, but we made it work! I look forward to future HH's at Peche! read more

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4.5 Stars for the Happy Hour. If it wasn't HH prices, it is definitely on the expensive side. French Fare in a dark, moody, stylish environment. That being said - The Happy Hour is awesome here. 1/2 off select appetizers and entrees and $6 drinks until 7 pm. The burger (half off $21) - amazing. A large juicy burger and oozy Gruyere on a brioche bun, with a heaping pile of crispy fries. Beet Salad (Half off $15) - fresh spiralized beets with feta and a tart dressing. Loved this. Pate Tartine (half off $17) - rich pate smeared on brioche toast with fresh arugula and pickled vegetable. Also Loved this. French Onion Soup (half off $8) - the only disappointment - surprisingly, I found it sort of bland. Perhaps it's better than being overly salty? Ashley was our server and she is the sweetest! read more

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Austin hidden gem. If you're a local you know. The drinks are always smooth and tasty. The bartenders are knowledgeable. I recommend the fries and the duck macaroni just wowww read more

Péché - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

Every time I come here, I'm reminded why it remains one of Austin's gems and the newly updated menu just took things up another level. Their happy hour is genuinely one of the best in the city. The mac and cheese is the kind of comfort I could happily eat every day, and the escargot is rich, garlicky, and exactly what I want it to be. And then there's the Drunken Monk is now one of my all-time favorite cocktails. Perfectly balanced, memorable, and impossible not to reorder. Huge shout-out to Patrick, who absolutely made our day with warm, thoughtful service. Peche stays in my rotation for a reason. Already looking forward to the next visit. read more

Péché - Drunken Monk (so delicious) - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Excellent French food in downtown Austin. I stopped by for dinner last night and sat at the bar. They were out of my first choice (braised short rib) so I ordered the Texas Wild Boar Ragu instead. This was a lucky choice, because it was one of the best meals I'd had all week! The boar was perfectly cooked (not gamey) and was accompanied by the most exquisitely made horseradish gnocchi, al dente with just a hint of wasabi. The server was kind enough to bring me crostini to soak up some of the delicious gravy in my bowl, which I ate to the last morsel! For dessert, I had their vanilla crème brûlée, which was well made. Happy to return on my next trip. read more

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I had a lovely dinner here with a friend yesterday before seeing Boney James at the Paramount. We arrived around 6:00pm on a Saturday without a reservation and were seated promptly. Nice ambiance with low mood lighting. For starters we ordered the cheese plate which came with fresh in house bread and salted butter. It's a good size for 1-2 people. I wouldn't recommend it if you have a larger appetite. The server was very attentive and he was engaging he highly recommended the grilled pistachio and herb crusted lamb which came with a side of roasted fennel and grapes. I love lamb so that's what I decided on for my main. It was tender and lightly seasoned. There wasn't really any type of "crust" aspect to it just more of a pistachio glaze on top which had a very faint light flavor. I enjoyed the fennel as well although presentation of the dish could be better. I ordered the Pink Lady cocktail which was so pretty, sweet and simple but not something I would order again. Peche is definitely on the pricier side but worth it for dates, girls night out or just treating yourself. Service was excellent and I'll be back again. PRO TIP: people rave about their happy hour prices which is everyday besides Saturday! Check them out! read more

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I'm no expert on french food. I did not LOVE the items we chose, but the rest of the experience was relatively positive, so I would be willing to try other things. I think the escargot was mostly butter, with about six tiny snails. I supposed the point is to dip the bread, but the snails themselves were underwhelming being so few. I don't recommend the coconut orzo, either. Not very flavorful at all, and I don't know if it's very french either. The service is not friendly, but I wouldn't go to a french restaurant in Austin expecting friendliness. It could also be that we entered the restaurant about an hour before closing. The best thing about this restaurant is the ambiance. No gimmicks, no loud music, no TV screens everywhere. I really enjoyed the semi-circle leather booth for a close cocktail and candlelit snack without being subjected to other commercial stimuli. An obviously older building that has not been renovated with new-age cheap-looking fixtures. The decor appears measured and honoring the building's architectural past. And, the cocktails were decent. I'd go back, but I'd pick different food items. If you're an escargot fan usually, try it still, as I may be totally off. read more

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Old review but worth updating for a new account. Outstanding food, drinks, and service. Walked into this place 4 years ago off a recommendation and could not be happier. While sitting, looking at the menu and eating the mushroom fritters (would come back for those alone), a gentleman walked by and started talking us up about the options. Spoke in detail about how the certain things were cooked and what his favorites were, and suggested I try something out of my ordinary and couldn't cook at the house. Our waiter, who was excellent, told us afterward that the gentleman was the owner. read more

Great vibe! This restaurant in the Warehouse District has excellent energy, it's fun and the service is great. We sat at the bar but there are tables available as well. Their drinks are well crafted, and the bartenders give you excellent recommendations of food or drinks. We only got some appetizers but we were very happy with them. I didn't stay too long but I would definitely come back next time I'm in NOLA! read more

Took advantage of Friday happy hour. Ordered a French 75 and the New York Sour to start. Both were picture perfect as well as delicious and score for them being only $6 each! That's honestly unheard of in the heart of DT Austin. We ordered the Mac and cheese which was a perfect mix of creamy with a crispy top. Also ordered the burger and it came with a generous portion of fries that were seasoned perfectly. The burger was yummy as well. Both were 1/2 off on the HH menu. My husband was impressed with their bourbon collection and asked the bartender a few questions about prices and types and he was very knowledgeable. Overall very impressed with the food, drinks and overall experience and will be back again for sure. read more

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Ambiance: leans heavily into the moody vibe as it's really dark. Like, "is this a date or are we telling ghost stories?" dark. Each table has a little touch-sensitive lamp, which is kinda cute, but you might also find yourself reaching for your phone flashlight just to read the menu. It's a nice setting for catching up with friends, a low-key date, or celebrating something in a relaxed way. Probably not a place for kids, though no one's going to stop you if you bring them along. Service hit that sweet spot -- attentive without hovering. You don't feel rushed, but you also don't have to flag anyone down wondering where they disappeared to. Food: the menu mixes chalkboard specials with some French fare, and I liked seeing a bit of game on offer. (Including wild boar, lapine aka rabbit, quail, veal sweetbreads.) That said, the mains didn't quite deliver. The duck confit was too dry, lacking sufficient sauce to save the dish, and the stuffed quail was overly salty. It's still a nice downtown option if you're looking for something a little different and want a drink in hand, but if you're chasing big "foodie" flavors, this probably won't scratch that itch. Drinks and date nights? Yes. Bib Gourmand contender? Nope. This spot will always have enough business either way due to the location, dark mood, and an overwhelming choice of alcohol. Expect to pay downtown prices and additional parking $. read more

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Lovely happy hour and a great place to try if you love French food! My husband and I came on a Monday afternoon for their all day Happy Hour. We were seated immediately, but could tell they were a little understaffed. We ordered escargot, French onion soup, mushroom fritters, beet salad and a burger to share. All were good but heavily fried and buttered up! The burger also took a while to come up. The serve was nice to pace out our food, but we've been at the restaurant for an hour and a half already by the time we got our burger. I'll definitely come back for drinks and apps with friends, but wouldn't do a full dinner here again. read more

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THE BIG: French restaurant with a moody, texan vibe inside that's located off of 4th and lavaca street in downtown Austin. Street parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: I came here for happy hour with the wife and Peche probably has the best happy hour in town. All day sunday and monday, you can snag $6 cocktails and half off select food (those that have an asterisk* next to their name). We got the escargot, mushroom aranchini balls, the burger, french onion soup and beet salad. All were decent but nothing really wowed. The beet salad was very interesting because the beets were thinly mandolined sliced in long strands. It looked awesome but eating it was a pain. We also received our burger an hour and a half late and it was because our waiter forgot and didn't even check up on us about it. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall, damage done was around $60 for the five dishes on happy hour. Great value for what you get. read more

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This place is spectacular!!! The service is outstanding,the food is delicious and the craft cocktails are incredible. The owner is very nice and friendly. He visits your table and interacts with you while he casually busses your table. So refreshing to find that kind of leadership. Don't walk, RUN to Peche for a perfect dining experience. read more

Péché is a great spot to grab a bite to eat in downtown Austin but it's overpriced unless you're visiting during happy hour. The interior is dimly lit and moody, the food is delicious, and the location is ideal for a lot of downtown venues but you're going to overpay unless you choose the half off menu items during happy hour. FAST FACTS: * Parking - street parking nearby but can be tough depending on how busy it is downtown * Reservations - available online through Resy * Happy Hour - all night on Sundays and Mondays and 4:00 - 7:00 pm on Tuesdays through Fridays with $6 cocktails and 1/2 price food (starred menu items) * Daily specials offered SERVICE - I had a reservation for 2 at 5:00 pm on a Sunday... we were seated right away and they weren't overly busy. But, it definitely got busier within the hour. Our server, Jennifer, was fine... she made sure we had refills when needed and checked in on us throughout the meal. PRICING - The total was $75.23 after tax ($5.73) but before tip for a beet salad ($7.50 - HH pricing), classic French onion soup ($8.00 - HH pricing), mac and cheese ($9.00 - HH pricing), burger ($10.50 - HH pricing), Texas wild boar ragu ($34.00), and a side of aioli ($0.50). I think it's overpriced unless you're getting the 1/2 off menu items during happy hour. BEET SALAD (9/10) - I LOVED this! It's a great appetizer and is big enough to split. The red and golden beets are spiralized so it can get a little messy as you eat and the vinaigrette splashes off. But the mixture of textures is fantastic and the citrus vinaigrette pairs perfectly with the other flavors. I'd order this again! CLASSIC FRENCH ONION SOUP (9/10) - This was a great French onion soup! There was plenty of melted cheese on top and it had the perfect salty flavor. I'd order this again! MAC AND CHEESE (8/10) - The gruyère and grana padano cheeses are such a great combo! It's a good portion size to get as an appetizer or on the side of your entrees to split. I'd order this again! HALF POUND BURGER (8/10) - You can't beat this at the half off happy hour pricing! The burger was cooked well and was juicy, the house bacon was nice and thick, and the pickled red onions brought a nice acidity. You get a huge portion of fries on the side as well! The server asked if I wanted some garlic aioli on the side but didn't specify that it was an additional cost. I'd come back just to order this burger during happy hour because it's such a great deal! TEXAS WILD BOAR RAGU (7/10) - This was a very unique dish! The wild boar was tender and flavorful but not overly gamey. The crispy leeks added a nice crunch on top, especially since the gnocchi are soft. It just seems overpriced for the portion size. I probably wouldn't order this again. This was my first visit to Péché and I'd come back if I'm downtown on a Sunday or Monday when I can catch the happy hour deals all night. I don't drink alcohol but it seems like a popular place to grab cocktails and the interior has such a moody ambiance. I would recommend it to others but would caution against going outside of happy hour because it seems overpriced otherwise. read more

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Delicious! The ambiance is 10/10. So fancy, love the dim lighting. The cheese board was amazing, we loved the soft cheese and the sugar pecans. The escargot in garlic butter sauce was great too. The meat was tender and didn't seem grainy and tough. Our server was very helpful, checked on us throughout the dinner. We had an amazing time here! read more

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I was treated to Peche for my birthday dinner. This establishment has been on my bucket list for a while ever since I saw they have bouillabaisse on the menu. The decor reminds me of an apothecary and the restaurant has a very dark whimsical feel. They have a good selection of cocktails on the menu. I feel like we tried a good selection of them during happy hour including the French 75, royal bees knees, and Texas mule. Any drinks with an asterisk on the menu are available for special happy hour pricing. They also offer daily specials and they were very appealing as well. We tried the soup de jour which was a very smooth and creamy leak and potato option and was so rich and delicious. We split the spinach and bacon salad which was also a special offering and it had spinach, bacon and red onion with feta and a delicious vinaigrette dressing. The bouillabaisse or the reason I came here did not disappoint. It had a combination of mussels, shrimp and bay scallops. I had a special request to replace the clams with mussels and the kitchen obliged to the request. Used the bread covered with a butter spread to soak up all the tomato broth until the last drop! We also ordered bananas foster for dessert and it came a la mode with vanilla ice cream. The flavor was very warm and rich with hints of rum. The restaurant owner stopped by our table to check in and confirm that everything was to our liking. I will definitely be returning because there were other items on the menu that I am interested in trying. It was a memorable and enjoyable birthday dinner. read more

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We had a date night before a show & we loved this restaurant. The server/service was fantastic. We had the cheese plate before & blueberry crepes for dessert. My husband had quail & I had the fish plate. All of it was wonderful. We did have a reservation which I would recommend because there was a steady flow of traffic, but it wasn't overly loud. The restaurant interior was beautifully designed to be cozy yet elegant. The price was typical for Austin, but a real treat. I would recommend! read more

Péché - View from outside the restaurant - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food and drinks were amazing. Loved the vibe. Server was great and owner paid the table a visit and even suggested my drink.. Will be back read more

Oh my god, never been to Peche before but this is my new go to spot I cannot believe how professional and hospitable the service was. The bartenders Christopher and Robert were PHENOMENAL in their recommendations and the drinks are to die for!!!!!!!!! SO good, we got Fig manhattan and the old fashioned and they even gave us an extra maraschino cherry because they overheard how excited I was to get a cherry I felt sooooo taken care of and attended to, I will be coming back weekly for the happy hour they said is 4-7 everyday me and my mahjong girls are def coming back weekly! If you skip Peche you are dumb! Ask for Christopher or Robert but everyone here is awesome! Also the ambiance slayed ofc read more

Péché - fig manhattan - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

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One of my favorite restaurants in Austin, with some of the best service I've ever encountered. They update their menu regularly, so there is always something new to try. Whenever someone visits me, this is where I want to take them! From their appetizers ("snacks" on their menu), their chicken liver paté tartine is delicious. It's spread on a piece of bread and topped with pickled vegetables and arugula. I also enjoyed their mushroom fritters, which come with a ramekin of creme fraiche that complements the fritters perfectly. From their entrées ("supper" on their menu), the rabbit ravioli with mushrooms, leeks, cheese and cream sauce were really good. I also tried the stuffed quail, which was probably my least favorite dish as it was the one with least flavor. I wish it came with more of the red wine sauce. In terms of the quail meat itself, I thought it tasted like a mix of chicken and duck. My favorite entrée was from their special menu - pan roasted Texas red fish with zucchini spaghetti, basil, and a tomato beurre blanc sauce. The fish was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was rich and buttery, a beautiful choice for the fish. I would get this every time if it was on their regular menu. They updated their luna rosa cocktail since the last time I tried it - currently it consists of vodka, lemon, watermelon, agave, and Giffard lichi liqueur. It's so good! Definitely not too sweet. read more

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Had a round of drinks at Péché the other day - the craft cocktails were quite good at this establishment reminiscent of a place in New Orleans. We had already eaten dinner, so were unable to give the kitchen a try. The service was friendly & fast in a good space. It leaned a bit more toward a bar than a restaurant for me, but perhaps that's because we didn't dine. read more

Péché - Peche drink menu - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

What a fun find! Years of Austin dining and we r somehow missed this fantastic French fare. Great specials, crafty cocktails, and great French Classics. Service was spot on, and the ambiance was buzzing. We shared a little bit of everything, and the only issue was no space for dessert. Will have to come back for more! read more

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Had been years since dining here. Still impressed. Péché's has a NOLA/Prohibition days ambience. Recommend reserving a table during Happy Hour as they got busy pretty quick. Our server, Amanda, was amazing. Even when it was busy she was very attentive to our table. We opted to go with the bouillabaisse with clams, however asked if mussels could be substituted and were accommodated. It was my first time having bouillabaisse and I had been missing out. Absolutely tasty. The Spinach salad was a hit. The addition of cured bacon with the feta and red wine vinaigrette, made it very favorable indeed. The Soup De Jour, Potato Leek, was spot on. It complemented the salad very well. Sadly I did not take a photo . Lastly the Dessert. Banana's Foster. Can you say yummy. It was soooo bloody good. Was in dessert nirvana with this one haha. Yes it was that good. Rich, flavor, not overly sweet and the banana literally melts in your mouth. We had the pleasure of meeting the owner Rob, who came to our table twice to see if everything was going well with the meal and service. That meant a lot to me as a patron, when the owner takes the time to visit with his clientele. Outstanding. My only suggestion, is perhaps add a few more drinks to the Happy Hour cocktails. Other than that, highly recommend Péché for their service, food and ambience. Again kudos to Amanda who took great care of us. read more

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A staple that never disappoints - especially when it's happy hour! Celebrated a friend's birthday and pleased they remember to put a candle on her dessert! read more

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Drinks are spot on. Steak tartare is awesome. Mussels are awesome but very salty. Love the spice, hate the salt. Most people will Down grading my review as there's a bit of clear ageism. Don't be over 30 if you want service at the bar read more

The ambiance alone is worth the visit, seriously phenomenal. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to accommodate special seating arrangements, making the whole experience feel so personal. The food was uniquely delicious and every dish felt intentional. Peche is a must!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

Péché - SKILLET ROASTED HALF CHICKEN ROASTED POTATOES, CARROTS, CHAMPAGNE MUSTARD SAUCE - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The good is that this restaurant was open late and served food- the service was good and the only bad was the crème brûlée was a NO - it just was not tasty and looked blah. read more

Péché - This is the not good crème brûlée - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Stopped by for a light dinner while in town and was disappointed. Service was very slow, even while sitting at the bar. I sat for about 10 minutes before someone helped me. I ordered raw oysters, and one had a rotten after taste, you can see in the picture below one is very gray, which I didn't notice until after eating. I told the staff and they said "this has never happened" and offered light condolences. They said to tell them if I wanted anything to make up for it, but I think good service would offer something unprompted. I understand raw oysters can be a risk, but I have never had such a bad after taste in a decade of eating oysters. I don't like to complain but I am worried it will make me sick. They refilled my glass of wine that was half empty but offered no other compensation. I would not recommend having any of the raw items here and would say to expect slow service. read more

Péché - Oysters - Lounges Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great place - initially introduced as Absynth bar then the full bar is art to be in front of, yesterday it closed early to being wednesday

SO GOOD! Have to try the Absinthe!! Once in a lifetime experience!! We had the lamb and the beet salad and it was incredible. Whatever you do......get the macaroni read more