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    Restaurant Francois

    4.6 (63 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Romantic
    Classy

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    Short rib
    Anthony M.

    The best dining in Austin. Found this place on Yelp for a bro date, and this spot didn't disappoint. For our table being one minute late for our reservation we received free champagne. Our server was an absolute beast, all the character, focus, and dedication of a Northeast restaurant server. The food and dishes were phenomenal.

    Lights in restroom
    Angela B.

    Not sure how I found out about this place but loved the experience. Made a reservation several weeks in advance at the chefs counter and this did not disappoint. You get the see all the action in the kitchen! Loved that there were different stations for different items and I was sat next to the meat station. Nothing like smelling grilled/seared meat throughout your dining experience. To see the passion for each station as they meticulously created the dishes with consistency and beautiful execution. I got the French onion soup and man talk about cheesy! The broth was flavorful and plenty of onions, the cheese was def the star in this one. Also got the lamb which took a minute to come out after the French onion soup was finished. Worth the wait for sure. Ended up nawing on the bones to get those last bits. Who cares who looks?! Not I! The soufflé was also amazing. With a strawberry anglase which made it the right balance. I finished the whole damn thing! The style is very upscale with an old school retro vibe. The chefs counter rally made an impression and Nate the person who took care of me was amazing. He did a great job not rushing me into a decision and beautifully explained any question I had.

    Duck 2 Ways
 roasted breast / confit leg 
 alsatian cabbage
 tart cherry sauce
    Ang F.

    Pro tip: Escargot? Get it. A beautiful experience with exquisite service. Great attention to detail, and great spacing of meals, especially for a larger party. We were even invited into the private room, at no additional cost, but decided to stay out in the hustle and bustle. Even amongst the noise of other guests, we thoroughly enjoyed our time! Hits: - Pepe Le Jardiniere cocktail ($18, Lalo Blanco) - Escargot (comes with a mini baguette) - Popovers - Duck two ways - Lyonnaise Salad (great portion) I did enjoy the Mafaldine Pasta, but did expect more flavor and didn't realize it was $38 (my eyes assumed they saw $28). Quite pricey for a pasta!

    Soufflé
    Kendall H.

    Came here for dinner last night and had such a great experience. It's definitely on the pricier side, but I genuinely felt it was worth it. We sat at the chef's counter, which I highly recommend. It was so fun watching the kitchen as dinner service ramped up, and the staff was incredible from start to finish--attentive, friendly, and made the whole evening feel special. The popovers absolutely lived up to the hype (honestly, I could've eaten several), and the short rib was rich, tender, and delicious. The only thing that didn't quite wow me was the soufflé. It was beautifully executed, but I was hoping for a bit more flavor. Even so, it wasn't enough to take away from an otherwise fantastic meal. Would absolutely come back for another special occasion.

    Adrianna H.

    What an amazing dining experience at restaurant Francois for our anniversary! The place is such a vibe and the staff were fabulous. The blue cheese stuffed olives for the dirty martini was a great start to the evening. The bread and the morel mushrooms were so decadent and the Dover sole is a must! Highly recommend adding to your list of must get to in Austin! For those like me that collect, they also have matchbooks!

    Escargot
    Anh N.

    "Enfin un morceau de la France ici !" (Finally a piece of France here!) -- La classe! I've been waiting for an authentic French restaurant to grace our city, and Restaurant François absolutely hits the mark. If the stern food critic from Ratatouille had a Yelp account, I imagine it would read something like this -- dramatic pause, distant accordion music, one single tear over a perfect sauce. The moment you step through the doors, you're transported. Not in a cheesy Eiffel Tower wallpaper kind of way -- but in a "did I just become a local Parisien?" kind of way. The ambiance whispers elegance without trying too hard. The bar? Stunning. Cocktails on point. Balanced, intentional, and beautifully presented. The food -- mon dieu. Start with the escargot. You will not be disappointed. Buttery, garlicky perfection that makes you wonder why you don't eat snails more often. Each dish arrived beautifully plated. Profiteroles. The perfect ending to a flavorful dinner. Reservations were easy to make online, and yes -- they offer valet as well as your server will call for your ride when you're about to be done. From the ambiance to the attentive service to the impeccable dishes, here's hoping Restaurant François is here to stay -- because we've been craving this level of authenticity. You won't be disappointed.

    Escargot and steak tartare
    Lucy V.

    This is one of the newest places in Austin and it is such a vibe. It really gives off great Gatsby and New York Feels inside. You definitely need a reservation for any word in the restaurant. When you arrive, the house is greets you and check your reservation and get you seated right away. They were so pleasant. Once seated, they had a great selection of wine and yes, it was all French, which is some of the best. I got a French rosé, which was very full of body and light at the same time which is a great mix. We started off with the stake tartare and let me tell you it was phenomenal and it was a good portion enough for three people or more. We also got the escargot since I'm a huge fan of it and the little biscuits that they put on top were so good to dip in the oils and butter that the escargot was cooked in definitely a must eat here. We then shared the stuffed lamb, which was different but very delicious. The lamb was so soft and not chewy and perfectly balanced and savory taste. It was stuffed around with mushrooms and spinach, which was really nice. The dessert menu you look great we decided we will have to come back and try it. But definitely coming back again cause there are so many more trays that I need to try. This is a perfect date night or girls night spots since it's very glam and moody inside.

    Spring L.

    Francois is a home run and the perfect new sibling to Red Ash, Kimberly, and J. Carver. I went in with high expectations and they never missed a beat, from the luxe beef tartare crowned with truffle and egg to the warm and flaky popover and butter. The star of the night was the lamb in puff pastry, which tasted like if a Greek spanakopita and a beef Wellington had a baby and it grew up to be a very chic French adult. Paired with a beautifully charred bone‑in steak, creamy morels, and crab, plus warm, polished service and a not-too-stuffy room, Francois is an easy yes for date night or any excuse you can come up with.

    Lyonnaise Salad
    Brandy C.

    I had a fantastic fine dining experience at Restaurant Francois, from the valet attendants, the hosts and our server. The space is beautifully decorated and dimly lit. It's a perfect spot for a date or intimate gathering. I opted for the Lyonnaise Salad and Crudo du Jour to start. For the main dish, I had the Pappardelle (rabbit ragout). Everything tasted great and was portioned well enough that I left the restaurant full and happy. One unique touch that I appreciated was that the server will hold onto your valet ticket and have the valet attendant fetch your car around the time that you've been brought the check! It's the small things :)

    bourguignon, popovers and Salade Lyonnaise
    Daisy M.

    Came here for a friend's birthday celebration and the staff made her feel special initially -- there was a card on the table and our party received a small pour of bubbles. We ordered the popovers, Salade Lyonnaise and beef bourguignon along with a side of fries. The popovers and bourguignon were the stars of the show; the cocktails and salad were just okay. One note of caution: if you're celebrating a birthday but don't order dessert, you'll receive a plate with nothing on it but a candle. It was an awkward and honestly embarrassing moment for our group. Since we hadn't ordered dessert we weren't expecting anything, but a small gesture -- a scoop of ice cream, a tiny cookie -- would have gone a long way. Instead it just came across as cheap.

    Steak
    Isabelle K.

    New French restaurant in downtown. Hard to get a reservation. Famous for their duck fish. We ordered lamb, duck and steak. Highly recommended lamb and duck. Duck is not fatty at all. For appetizers, escargot is too oily, one star for that. Lobster bisque is delicious.

    Delanie K.

    I got to try the new Francois downtown on a Friday and had a good experience. The space is big, but set up in different areas like the bar/ lounge which has cozy intimate booths, then you have more of a restaurant tablecloth vibe on the other side. The bar seats are very comfortable, and my cocktail was presented on a tray with the champagne on the side. Very cute. My friend and I ordered the cheese popovers, a steak, and the angel hair lobster dish. Everything was delicious, our only critique was that the pasta got cold pretty fast. We also ordered the creme brulee and we thought it could have used some berries. It was the perfect amount to split since we were going to another bar afterwards. Service was friendly, but for a restaurant at this price range I was expecting our server to have more knowledge of the menu.

    Cheese popovers
    Melinda N.

    Ooo, a new and shiny, super posh restaurant. Our server was awesome and amused by my commentary. I liked the drinks. I got the moulin a passion and it comes with a side of champagne to cleanse the palate (too fancy, I don't really sip my drinks!) Then I ordered a dirty martini. Get their cheese popovers! You can get a portion for 2 as well. They also had really yummy pomme frites, they are skinny and crunchy. My Duck 2 ways was perfect. One medium rare breast served alongside a confit leg was just scrumptious and perfectly cooked. My boyfriend's gulf red snapper was made well too, with the capers giving a nice touch to the beurre blanc. I wish I had room for dessert. I would've tried the crème brulee or their signature dessert dish (next time!). Nice place, great ambiance and downtown prices.

    chocolate hazelnut soufflé

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    Powder Room

    Powder Room

    3.9
    (143 reviews)
    0.2 mi

    Really fantastic experience!…read more The cocktail menu is diverse and fun. The quality of drinks was excellent. My favorite part was the DJ was also playing electric guitar to accompany some of the songs in his lineup. It was really cool. I've never seen a DJ do that before. The whole time we were there the service and ambience and tastes were top-notch, but the DJ piece really created a memorable experience that leaves me wanting to come back.

    We got there on time and had to wait 20 mins to be sat. We were asked to leave our table promptly…read moreat the 90-minute mark from when our reservation was supposed to begin; not factoring the time we lost at the table due to it not being ready for us. But it was more important to the Powder Room that the next group got their table on time, apparently. The drinks took soooo long, we got ONE round in, and were asked to leave the table before our second round arrived. They had no issues when taking our second round order while we were seated, but we were asked to leave the table immediately after. This round also took forever and we drank it standing, crowded, in everyone's way. I was embarrassed as it was my birthday, and I was taking a group of 7 other people - new to Austin - here to check out what was one of my favorite spots. I was bragging about it and chose it over other spots on their list. They hated it. I'm disappointed. Our server was great to us and apologetic about the service bar.

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    Spicy margarita
    Spicy margarita
    Leaving Powder Room
    Leaving Powder Room
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    Simona's

    Simona's

    4.6
    (92 reviews)
    2.0 mi
    $$

    Came to Simona's with some coworkers for happy hour and was not disappointed! This place is behind…read morethe Colton hotel off Congress ave. There is a parking lot that you can get validation for 2 hrs free, but after that you will be charged. Overall though, it's totally worth a visit! The bartenders are really friendly, the bathrooms are immaculate, and the inside of the place is really cute -- think kinda pink vintage? There are some tables, and big comfy couches around a coffee table in the middle of the bar which is where we sat. I had one of their happy hour cocktails that was similar to a creamy espresso martini, and they are 50% off on happy hour days/times! My friend got one of their floral cocktails which wasn't discounted but I LOVED it personally. I also got a strawberry matcha drink (non alcoholic) that was a little too sweet in my opinion; I finished it but wouldn't get it again. Overall though the cocktails and vibe in there are worth a visit alone! When it's not too hot, the area outside has little mini-chandeliers and is also very vibey.

    This is a review about the coffee and food aspect of Simona's…read more It is over priced. In terms of coffee, they are middle of the pack. There is much better coffee in austin. They have premium prices still. They sell pastries and they have a taco food truck connected to it. Both are still very much overpriced. I get it, they are inside a nice hotel and so they will charge a premium but at least have the quality match that.

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    Simona's
    Simona's

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    The Roosevelt Room

    The Roosevelt Room

    4.4
    (933 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$
    Full bar
    Takes reservations

    Absolutely fantastic experience! We were looking for a place to enjoy a post-concert drink and…read morestumbled across The Roosevelt Room. We weren't looking for much by way of menu just a few snacks or small bites for Girl Dinner. We found just that here. The Sumac and pepper popcorn was to die for! I really don't drink that much or often, but decided to have one. The drink list is extensive, but very organized by era. I decided to go for the Zombie. My server, Noah encouraged my audacity! I can't remember whether it was described as dramatic as it showed up, but let me tell you there was drama! It was served in a flaming skull, garnished with beautiful flowers and fresh fruit, and filled to the brim with God knows how much alcohol and juice, but it was a time! To heighten the experience, he sprinkled something in a shaker and the flames just erupted! The whole restaurant stopped and I cackled! To put out the flame, Noah gave one dramatic clap, and the flame disappear disappeared! I want to thank Noah and the team for encouraging my ridiculousness and delivering me an excellent craft drink with all the drama I deserved and could ever ask for! 10/10! Gotta go back to see how much more ridiculous I can go! Can't stop now! Join me!

    It's a really nice cocktail bar with interesting cocktail options and finger foods. I went here…read morefor my cousin's birthday. I had an old fashioned and the hummus plate. One of my cousins had the charcuterie board. Both were delicious. Our waiter took good care of us. I like that they have an assortment of drinks from different decades. There seems to be a drink for every palate. If alcohol isn't your thing, they have mocktails. The ambiance was nice. The lights were warm and low. Old movies played on the wall from a projector. Walls are lined with vintage books. Overall, I think this is a cool place. I look forward to returning.

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    The Roosevelt Room
    BUCK TO THE FUTURE
 rye whiskey, manzanilla sherry, strawberry-basil purée, nardini amaro, ginger syrup, lemon, barrel smoked black pepper
    BUCK TO THE FUTURE rye whiskey, manzanilla sherry, strawberry-basil purée, nardini amaro, ginger syrup, lemon, barrel smoked black pepper
    ZOMBIE
 rr tiki rum blend, donn's mix, falernum, lime,
 grenadine, angostura, flamed absinthe, served in a skull with flamed cinnamon powder

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    ZOMBIE rr tiki rum blend, donn's mix, falernum, lime, grenadine, angostura, flamed absinthe, served in a skull with flamed cinnamon powder
    Whisler's

    Whisler's

    4.3
    (677 reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    These are moments I think why do I live in San Antonio ( and often work in Austin ) when I can just…read morelive here and enjoy great restaurants, bars and weird gothic haunts like this with weird dark goth decor, a scent of palo santo , superb music, a great crowd and amazing drinks! College me would have lived here !! Enjoyed a French 75, my husband enjoyed a smoked Old Fashioned and it was a great place to grab a drink prior to seeing Springsteen at the Moody seated amongst candles , a weird alter of sorts while enjoying some Stevie Wonder as is playing now though some weird NIN or Type O might have been more appropriate

    I went to Whisler's and had one of the worst bar experiences I've ever had…read more I had one drink. I was completely sober for all intents and purposes. The bartender claimed I was drunk and cut me off anyway. I was at the bar talking to a girl while waiting to get a drink (the wait was long because the service is very slow, despite the bar not being very busy at all). She was clearly into me, and the bartender kept jumping in trying to talk to her too (instead of doing his job making drinks). He was doing all sorts of things to try and flirt with her and make her laugh: pulling out and showing her buckets of pre mixed cocktails, running and sliding under the bar, etc. She was engaging with both of us , and right in the middle of that, I get cut off out of nowhere. No explanation other than claiming I looked drunk, which I very clearly wasn't. It felt very clear what was going on--he wanted me out of the way. I left and asked the bouncer on my way out if I seemed drunk. This was literally two minutes later. He said no, not at all, and asked me why I would even ask that. I then told him exactly what happened and asked him to let the owner or whoever was in charge know about this extremely unprofessional conduct so they can discipline the bartender. His response was that the bartender has discretion to cut anyone off, and let me know the bartender is supposedly married so he couldn't have been flirting with any of the customers. Well, sounds like his logic is flawed--not only COULD he flirt with his customers, he WAS, and was therefore cheating. I hope his wife finds out. This is perfectly representative of Austin customer service lately and not normal in other places. I was in Tampa for an entire month earlier this year and this would've been unthinkable there. I'm not coming back.

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    Side bar
    Inside seating
    Inside seating
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    Midnight Cowboy

    Midnight Cowboy

    4.0
    (582 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    This was my first time at a speakeasy and they sure set the bar high! They really are as secret as…read moreit seems. My sister-in-law made reservations and we walked down the busy 6th Street to get there until we stopped at an unassuming and unlabeled door. When you walk in, it's a very dark and moody interior with small tables. They led us to a private room in the back which perfectly fit the six of us. Their menu is very creative, with unique names and unique ingredients. I don't like alcohol, so I was super happy to see an entire section dedicated to zero proof mocktails. I ordered the 5 AM somewhere which was a matcha based mocktail. It still had a bitter taste to it, perhaps from the Lyres Rosso. But the entire experience was so creative, led by our server/bartender Martin. He was a lot of fun and made the experience that much better. He was personable and funny and felt like we were hanging out with an old friend. Highly recommend if you're looking for a more chill vibe on 6th Street!

    This is an interesting establishment, and I think I liked the cocktails more than the food. It is…read moredefinitely a date night spot, although there were some families here as well. We didn't get to sit near the conveyor belts, but we were ok with it because we were still able to enjoy the decor. Parking can get tight very quickly. We didn't have a reservation, but I think we were very lucky to get a table for 2.

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    Table side bartending
    Table side bartending
    Libations of the night
    Libations of the night
    Midnight Cowboy

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    Revenge

    Revenge

    4.7
    (30 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    We stopped in on a quiet Wednesday about 7:00. Revenge is an elegant cocktail lounge that feels a…read morelittle like a neighborhood bar. It's a perfect place to stop after dinner to extend the evening with a couple of drinks. Service (James ) was perfect and the cocktails were tasty, elegant and just the right amount of liquor. As for the venue itself: The inside is spacious and elegant. The bar stools are extremely comfortable. In fact, I'd describe them as elevated loungers. The main area is a good size and shape for larger groups. I appreciated that the music was not too loud to chat with your date. The restrooms are very clean and nice. The outdoor area in back was the biggest surprise. They have a nice, covered area with new outdoor furniture that is equipped with a pool table. Revenge is a hidden treasure. I recommend it for a relaxed, elegant evening.

    I joined a EuroCircle event here on December 27. They had a great turnout. I was glad to discover a…read morenew bar and I was lucky to get a primo street parking spot just outside the bar! They may not have expected so many people because it took a while to order a drink at the bar. It was not easy to navigate to the bar with the seats and I think another pole like obstruction, but my friend and I got our cocktails (Brushfire, Ranch water, vodka soda, and one other) and enjoyed them. It was hard to hear people talking inside so we went outside to enjoy their outside patio area and easier to hear conversations. Overall, I thought it was a nice bar with a cool vibe, interesting cocktail options, and various types of seating options.

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    Beautiful and clean!!
    Beautiful and clean!!
    Revenge
    Revenge

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