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    4.4 (1.6k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Italian bread so soft and crunchy my favorite
    Roxy L.

    Our food was excellent well prepared and the service was great too! First time visiting and it didn't disappoint. Love this place my 10oz filet was well prepared and the Italian bread was so soft and crunchy. I especially love the wood grilled flavor in my steak. We enjoyed dessert salted caramel gelato with espresso coffee. The ambiance is unique we sat in a booth by the bar. I definitely will return.

    Stephanie M.

    We've always heard so much hype about Red Ash and just had to try for ourselves. Takes a few months to get a reservation. I had made a reservation a few weeks prior for our anniversary month. When we sat at our table they had a cute little greeting card from the staff wishing us a happy anniversary. Pro Tip: Just make a reservation way in advance and if you make it you make it. Even if you don't think you will be able to make it. If you can't go just cancel with enough advance. We started with the Meatballs that pair wonderfully with their Italian Bread. Flavorful and plentiful dish and def get the bread! Next came the Bone Marrow & Tuna Crudo. I will say though for some reason after we finished our Meatballs it took them quite a while to bring our dishes after that. Bone Marrow was divine and also paired well with the Italian Bread. Tuna Crudo was not what I expected because it was warm and I was expecting it to be cold. But it was good and I love eggplant. Our main dish was the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese. From the description it seemed to hit all the boxes since we are meat lovers (contains braised beef & pork shoulder) and truffle. I love me some truffle. When we ordered the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese I asked him does it have a lot of truffle flavor because I love truffle. He said oh we can definitely add more truffle if you would like when the dish comes out. When the dish came they had the chef come shave an extra truffle on the dish. I honestly could not taste the difference. Was not enough truffle flavor for me. Note the extra truffle is an added charge. Overall lovely experience. If we return we will need to try some different dishes to give it another try.

    Tagliolini with fresh blue crab
    Emily K.

    The Agnolotti pasta was really good, so much so I had to scrape every ounce of the sauce off the plate. The bone marrow was also pretty solid. However, I didn't really feel like the Blue crab pasta lives up to the hype. The noodle was a little dry and the sauce flavor was a little plain in my opinion.

    Pear and endive salad
    Veronica Y.

    5 stars for appetizers and dessert 4 stars for main The appetizers and desserts were excellent. The appetizers were just really done so well, though pricey. The steak trimmings bruschetta was a single slice of bread, but it was loaded with both perfect medium rare steak and delicious mushrooms. Add maybe a $4 order of two slices of their garlic bread, and you could perhaps call this an entree. The octopus was perfectly tender and came sitting in a delicious almost-stew that made the dish heartier. Again, kind of expensive for the single skewer (about 6 pieces) of octopus. We got one of the most expensive mains -- the cold lobster tails scampi style with spaghettini. There were five small lobster tails, which isn't bad. Flavor was just fine. The pasta on the side was just fine, just cooked beyond al dente in a simple tomato sauce. It was a little surprising the pasta didn't have lobster flavor or even scampi flavor. Felt like two very different dishes on the plate. This dish also came with a slice of bread. Their bread is great. We also got the special-- morel mushrooms over polenta and a poached egg. It tasted great but was probably the thinnest, smallest serving of polenta I've ever had. The desserts is where Red Ash then redeemed itself. The tiramisu is great...AND HUGE. Double the size I would have expected. And they don't say it on the menu, but you can order a single scoop of gelato for $4. Parking is always challenging downtown; we got super lucky with someone leaving street parking just as we got there. It's very noisy inside. Why do downtown restaurants insist on having no sound dampening?

    Lilly A.

    Joel recommended the Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina and it was so refreshing, so smooth and went amazing with the Small Butter Clams "Oreganata Style". I also had the Mezze rigatoni and subbed out the sausage for broccolini since the sausage was made with pork and they didn't have any other protein options for the pasta other than half a chicken. Over all the service is phenomenal, it's a lowlight restaurant perfect for date night or corporate event where you want to impress someone. The bone marrow is a favorite here but I will say it's a split on which option I love better between that and the clams. I've had the thin sliced beef Carpaccio and tbh it just felt like and over priced bun less sand which. I would not order that again. Joel thoroughly impressed me with his recommendations. I came here for a solo reservation and was observing him as he catered his suggestions to each patron sitting at the bar. I will be back. I suggest planning a few weeks ahead of time since this popular fine dining experience in Austin.

    Bone marrow
    Josh P.

    We had a wonderful date night at Red Ash and finally understood why it's one of Austin's most talked‑about restaurants. We booked our 6:45pm reservation two months out, arrived a little early, and were seated at the bar right away--already a great start. Drinks: She ordered the Heat of Passion and I went with the Satan's Circus. Both were solid cocktails, but the Heat of Passion definitely stole the show with brighter, more pronounced flavors. Mine was good, though the chilis were much more subtle than expected. Starters: We started with the burrata with tomatoes and the bone marrow. The burrata itself was outstanding--creamy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The tomatoes were good but could have used a touch more seasoning, though it seemed they were going for a "let the ingredients shine" approach. The bone marrow, however, was phenomenal. Rich, buttery, and paired perfectly with the extra bread it came with (which was helpful since we devoured the burrata's bread instantly). It was my first time trying marrow, and it was a "when in Rome" moment I'm glad I had. Entrées: We shared the potato gnocchi (small portion) and the blue crab pasta (full portion). The crab pasta was flavorful and well‑balanced, but the gnocchi packed such a punch that you really had to alternate bites or it would overshadow the other dish entirely. For what it's worth, we're not huge seafood people, so that may have influenced our impressions--but both dishes were delicious in their own way. Dessert: We debated between the olive oil cake and the chocolate cake, and finally chose the chocolate hazelnut volcano cake. Zero regrets. Rich, warm, and decadent--halfway through I was ready for a nap in the best possible way. Ambience: The building itself is thoughtful and stylish. There was music playing (sounded like Bad Bunny vibes), but it was hard to hear over the crowd--if anything, lowering it might make conversations easier. Service: Sitting at the bar ended up being a great choice. The bartender was attentive, helpful with recommendations, and kept the experience smooth from start to finish. Overall: A fantastic evening and absolutely worth the hype. We completely understand why people rave about Red Ash.

    Blue crab pasta, spaghetti and meatball
    Victoria R.

    Finally had the chance to try Red Ash! The food definitely lived up to the hype. The blue crab pasta is a must!! We also shared the buratta was delicious as well . Portions are large and great for sharing. Can't wait to come back!

    Taglioni with fresh blue crab
    Venice B.

    Enjoyed an amazing birthday dinner here. We were seated next to the fire which was nice cozy ambiance. Garlic bread was a great start. The gnocchi pasta was to die for!!!! Roasted chicken was pretty solid. Their panna cotta was the perfect ending to our meal, I prefer it over the tiramisu. Service was excellent.

    As a New Yorker new to Austin, this is honestly my favorite restaurant in the city. I've been visiting over the past year, but I've noticed the heavy set Latina female check in host isn't very friendly and often pushes back when we try to walk in with or without reservations. It's also hard to get a reservation; she says they're often released only on the day itself. For example, I booked a 5pm reservation just three minutes before, which was stressful. I love the food here, but getting seated has always been an issue it's difficult to get a bar seat or table without hassle. It's unfortunate because I don't have these issues at their sister restaurant, J Carver, which is much more accommodating. Still, Res Ash remains my favorite because the taste of their steak is undefeated! Is this helpful?

    Adam D.

    We managed to sneak in here on a Monday night and find bar seating at around 8:30 PM. I was later told it takes months to get a reservation, and after trying the food and feeling the vibes, I could see why. Intimate, but casual environment with friendly service. The lighting is spot on: not too dark, not too bright. We shared the meatballs and the osso bucco and a bottle of wine. The osso bucco was probably among the best I've had. The wine list is quite extensive and you can find some pretty good values. I like it here so much I tried to get back in the following night. This is rare for me. When I'm away traveling for work, I always try to hit different spots, but it was that good. Unfortunately for me, my luck ran out. They couldn't even squeeze me in at the bar.

    Shannon D.

    Not worth your time and money! Booking out months in advance for this is outrageous. The only thing worth your money was the crab pasta. The rigatoni was dry and honestly you could make it at home. The agnolotti was flavorless and inedible. The steak trimmings bruschetta was just okay as the bread was extremely soggy. I would give this a miss if you want good Italian. Maybe the steak is the star of the show but if you want good Italian in Austin go to Sammie's.

    Charles L.

    Came here with some friends and ordered a bunch of stuff on the menu. While we enjoyed everything, there definitely were some standouts, namely the pastas. I loveddd the Frutti Di Mare and the Blue Crab Pasta. Sometimes Frutti Di Mare can be a bit "fishy" but Red Ash's was a 10/10. I absolutely would get it again. The Blue Crab Pasta was also a 10/10. So perfect. The Osso Buco was good but for the price, I would probably venture elsewhere on the menu.

    Generous chunks of Blue crab spaghetti in light lemon cream Sauce
    Colette C.

    Five stars and absolutely worth the wait! We started with the bone marrow, followed by the blue crab, frutti di mare, lobster pasta, and osso buco. Everything was delicious, beautifully prepared, and cooked to perfection. The restaurant has a cool, lively vibe, the service was wonderful, and the price felt very fair for four people. Definitely book well in advance!

    Wood grilled beef filet - 10oz

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    Always amazing. Food is the best. Beef bone marrow risotto is amazing. Drinks are great. Blood orange margarita is my favorite

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    Incredible place to eat. So worth it. Massive portions. Great service. Not overwhelmingly loud. Get the burrata.

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    Ask the Community - Red Ash

    Does red ash allow dogs to?

    No they do not.

    Does anyone know when they might reopen?

    S Y asy

    Do they take walk-ins or is it reservations only?

    I think you could possibly walk in, but they are usually booked 2+ weeks out. Best move is to get on the stand by list on open table in case someone cancels.

    Does Red Ash have valet parking?

    Sometimes, but there's a public garage around the corner that's usually no more than $10 too.

    Is there an email address to contact this restaurant at for large party reservations etc?

    Does Red Ash allow you to bring wine? If so, what is the corkage fee?

    Outside wine is not allowed.

    What is "entree only"?

    It's entree only

    Are kids allowed? What's the dress code?

    Never seen kids but that's true of many Atx restaurants. That doesn't mean they aren't allowed. I'm sure they are welcome. Dress is however you want. Smart casual, shorts (on a hot day) or jacket would all be fine.

    How closely are people seated? Is the space quite tight? I'm worried about proximity to others due to Covid.

    Booths are okay but bar is not

    Do they have Vegetarian pasta dishes?

    I believe so. I'm not a vegetarian, but the bishops hats don't have any meat and are one of my favorite dishes.

    How convenient is pick up? Is there parking in front of the restaurant to drop in and pick up our order or are we forced to park?

    There isn't parking in front of the restaurant, y'all would be forced to park unless they have "curb-side" pick up. They didn't then.… 

    Gluten free options?

    The lady next to us was gluten free and the bartender was very knowledgeable about suggestions for her.

    How much for parking and is it just cash or card as well?

    Public parking nearby, or valet service in front of the restaurant. Complementary Valet: Always tip… 

    Are you open for Thanks?

    Yes

    Are the meatballs made with pork?

    Yes, they have beef and pork.

    Is there gluten free pasta?

    Yes freshly made every day from chickpeas flour.

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    (1 review)
    13.9 mi

    This was the best birthday celebration I can recall having in years. It was over 100 degrees…read moreoutside so we were a bit worried about our reservations on the lake and the tavern being a hot day, but that was totally unnecessary. My group was given two boats for a very roomy experience with canopies for lots of shade if desired (but these were pulled back at night to enjoy the stars), there was even shaded areas on the lake (if you want to sip a cocktail with the boat shading you) on a lillypad to float if desired. The lake breeze and the wind as the boats cruised make it completely cool both on the lake and on the floating tavern. A rental of time at Floating Tavern is completely an experience that feels like you are out of the United States. It is so exotic! They cater your day totally to what you want to do. Want jet skis? Fine. Want to go cliff diving? Fine. Want to just cruise the lake or take a trip with music? That works too. Just chill out sipping a cocktail on a lillypad or floating? Go for it. Once your water time and cruise time is completed, the real fun begins. With expert captains having given us a great lake tour, we pulled up to the floating tavern and that was just incredible. I brought electric candles for the table to level up the experience a bit but they did it all so well with or without them and it was so roomy even for our large group! They had dimmed lights for ambiance, a mixologist squeezing fresh juices for us for amazing drinks she made with the alcohol we brought, (their alcohol package may be easier next time as it is very affordable) and we had two chefs creating small bites for us hot and cooked right there on the tavern as the sun set and we were surrounded only by lake and stars, docked right there in the middle of the lake. The service was exemplary and far beyond our expectations of fun and being catered to. You can bring some of your own food too to make a full party if desired. The communication leading up to the event was exceptional and I'll be honest, I would much rather book this experience with friends a few times a year then ever buy a boat. It is the best lake experience and lake dining you will ever have and the hosts are a huge part of the fun of the day. True experts at what they do and we are a group of well traveled, well dined foodies (including two professional chefs) and we were completely wowed at our evening. It's the vibe that gets you. You will completely shake off all stress spending an evening this way!

    From the owner: Known for creating an intimate atmosphere, the Floating Tavern is a unique combination of cuisine,…read morelive entertainment and boat life. Only accessible by boat, our captains will navigate you to the Floating Tavern with options to visit any of the Lake Travis Northshore attractions along the way. Once arriving at the tiki tavern, patrons enjoy, dinner, drinks and a live show in the most unique setting.

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    Floating Tavern
    Vegetarian Chile Relleno
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    Vegetarian Chile Relleno (all natural ingredients from scratch!)
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    Gràcia Mediterranean

    Gràcia Mediterranean

    4.6
    (114 reviews)
    3.7 mi

    I met some friends for an early dinner at Gracia Mediterranean this past weekend. Since we were…read morethere early, the place was pretty empty so we were seated at a nice booth/table near the bar. Our server gave us great suggestions and helped us make yummy choices. My friends had mocktails and I had the beet cocktail with alcohol. My friends forgot I like to take photos for my reviews so some of the photos of the items we ordered we started eating before I took them so they show as half eaten in the photos I shared (haha)...must have been good! I was also happy to discover they are on the InKind app so I was able to use some credits I had available to help pay the bill. I look forward to going back again to try more items!

    This is a tapas restaurant so the plates are smaller and meant to be shared. It is on the pricier…read moreend but the food is really good. They have happy hour 5-6 pm and we got the hummus half off! The hummus was so good. I love the pepper oil on top that gives it a little kick. It comes with pita bread but if you order more, it's an extra $3. We also got croquetas (ham and cheese fritters). There are four of them and they are sooo delicious!! This is a must get especially if you love warm and creamy stuff. The outside is nicely fried and if you never had it, it's similar to Japanese takoyaki. Although I love it a lot, the portion was just right for sharing because it really fills you up. We also got the potatoes (nice, but nothing that blew my mind) and chicken empanadas that I thought had a strange, sour taste. I wouldn't get that again. I highly recommend getting different tapas instead of the main courses so you can try different things. We were completely satisfied with the meal after getting these but still made room for the orange almond cake!! This was extraordinarily good!! Not too sweet and the cake has a nice moist texture-not dry. It took a while for food to arrive so service was a bit slow. You can also sit outside if you want but we sat indoors since it was chilly. It's a smaller restaurant so it's nice for an intimate meal or date. They have a bar. There's parking in the back, which is where the entrance is. Btw, this is also on inKind so I got to claim $25 off $50.

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    Gràcia Mediterranean
    Gràcia Mediterranean
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    Red Ash - italian - Updated August 2026

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