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    Camille R.

    Had a fantastic time! Server was attentive, helpful and awesome. We sat in the bar area at a high top booth for 4. Very comfortable. The food amazing and plentiful for sharing. Ribs were fall off the bone! Pizza tasty and excellent crust! Bar drinks perfect!

    The Signature Wedge Wheel
    Laurie Ann L.

    I recently went to Carve for the first time with some friends. We had a great time! It is fairly loud in there so it's not a place to go if you want to have a conversation. But it's very lively and we had fun. I started out with the peachy plane drink and I loved it. We did not get any appetizers because we planned on ordering quite a bit of food. I got the wedge, and there wasn't much to it, but it did taste pretty good. One of my friends got the fried pork chop and it was huge! We all tried it and loved it. Two of my other friends split a steak and it was cooked just right! Our sides were the mac & cheese and the mashed potatoes. We all agreed the mashed potatoes were the best of the two. For dessert, we got the flaming cherries jubilee and it was fun watching them set it on fire and all four of us really liked it! This is the first time I can remember in quite a while where everyone really enjoyed all of their food. They didn't rush us, and we ended up staying quite a while. It is a little pricey but I think for the quality of food, that should be expected. It's not a place we will go to every weekend but I'm sure we will be back for special occasions!

    Steak on toast with jam
    Perla G.

    ** my review from a work event POV with over 20people** Service: The manager was lovely and very accommodating but the servers looked like they hated their job, we had to keep reminding them about our drinks and they looked annoyed. Food: the food was good but everything was almost cold. The soup I ordered was like warm and nobody drank it. When a coworker asked if they could warm it up the server said to give them a moment and never returned. Eventually they removed the soup from the table without asking if they were done. Ambiance: the place was very beautiful and clean, it smells amazing when you step into the restaurant. The room we were in did get a little warm after a while but as expected in a small room full of people. I'm sure a smaller party would have had great service.

    Private Lunch Menu
    Stephanie M.

    The last time I was at this Carve location I came during Happy Hour for some drinks and appetizers. I have heard so many great things about their regular menu items and was excited to come back this time for lunch. We held a luncheon in one of their private rooms with a set menu with a few different options to select. For a drink I went with a French 75. It was perfectly made. Started with their Cold Smoked Casear Salad. It was crisp and fresh. For entree I went with the 6 oz Custom Cut Filet Mignon medium rare. All I say is....WOW...this filet mignon now ranks as one of my top favorite. It was cooked exactly how I wanted. Came out sizzling on the skillet and packed with flavor. Perfectly seared with a tasty and crunchy coat of seasoning. The grilled onions and butter made it that much better. For the sides we had Smoked Mac and Cheese, Sweet Jalapeno Corn Brulee and Fire Roasted Seasonal Veggies. All absolutely delicious. For dessert we each got a cute little trio that was the perfect portion to get a little variety of different desserts. Overall the service was great and I was not disappointed by any of the items. I would order it all again!

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    Shannon G.

    Carve, my favorite restaurant in all of Austin. I just absolutely love it. I've always had great service. Very personable. Authentic, just a lovely experience . Food was amazing today. I got the smoked strip. It was their lunch special. And I'm so happy I had a small breakfast early this morning. By the time 11am rolled around, I was starving. The steak, medium done. Juicy, meaty, beautifully flavored. Mashed potatoes. Gorgeous in its whipped cone shape. And that gravy. It was like a sweet almost gravy. So good and complimented the potatoes and the steak. Online were amazing as well. Maybe they are meant as a garnish, but they were so good. Cooked onions that were still crispy. I loved it. Normally I'm too full to even entertain the thought of dessert. But I had that gluten free flourless chocolate cake before, it's like eating a fudgy creamy decadent ganache. This is the chocoholics cake. Outstanding. But the lunch and dessert were played so beautifully. What an amazing team Carve has. I am part of the clean plate club, and I'm on my way to elite status.

    CARVE Board for 4*
    Garrett O.

    Great first visit to Carve! Easy to make reservations and plenty of nearby (complimentary) parking. The ambiance around the restaurant is pretty neat - music playing on the walking trail and garden area outside and just inside, you can see various cuts of meat on display by the butcher. We were hosting family in town for a graduation, and this place definitely felt like a treat. Extensive menu options, and all the food was excellent quality. We ordered a few appetizers (oysters and bread tower would definitely get again) and the Carve Board to share. Favorite sides were the mushrooms and sprouts, and the only thing I wouldn't order again would be the seasonal veggies (solid portion sizes across all the plates). Would be great to try a few other options on the next visit!

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    Jin S.

    I came here with a friend to try the brunch menu. I ended up getting the truffle chicken pot pie off the regular menu. It was very good and very filling. It wasn't really like a pot pie. It was like a truffle, mushroom chicken chowder with an interesting dense pastry bread sitting on top. It was good though. My friend enjoyed her salmon cake Benedicts. I had a mocktail and a friend had a cocktail. The drinks were pretty and I really liked my mocktail. The side of fries were actually really good. Service was very friendly and the restaurant itself is elegant and very large. It'll probably be a nice place for dinner also.

    Pumpkin cheesecake (seasonal)
    Bee B.

    I love Carve! My friend introduced me to Carve for her birthday one year, and never looked back. It's a sister restaurant of Perry's as well, but my favorite amongst the brand. Once you walk in, you're greeted with the butcher room showing all the cuts, near the host stand. They have private rooms for events as well. It's my go-to restaurant for steaks in Austin, especially after Salt & Time closed. Also, don't sleep on the cold-smoked Caesar salad. It's my favorite Caesar salad, ever (and I'm not a big salad lover, but I'll throw down on a Caesar). Drinks are tasty and service is top-notch. Everyone is so friendly! Parking is ample with street and garage across from the restaurant. They have a code for you to get 3 hrs of free parking in the garage through Metropolis app (I think). Pro tip: during special holidays and celebrations, they have prix fixe menus that can be ordered dine-in or ordered for takeout. (i.e. New Year's, Valentine's, etc.). Additionally, on Fridays they have $19 NY strip lunch special with mashed potatoes and a delicious merlot truffle sauce.

    Big Belly Burger*
    Stephanie C.

    Just wow. Carve never disappoints. We had the Thai salad and calamari to start (they're not pictured since we ate them up so quickly ). For the main meal, we had the miso buttered salmon, the big belly burger, and the lunch special. The food was amazing and the service was very good! Since it was someone's birthday, the waitress brought out like three sampler desserts for us to share, which included their delicious banana pudding. Overall, I love this place, it's quiet, the service is good, and the food is fantastic!

    14 oz. CARVE Smoked Sliced Ny Strip*
    Mourad F.

    Went to celebrate my birthday with my wife. We had a reservation and got seated promptly. The vibe is very chick and modern. We ordered the peacy plane and spicy margarita. Both were very good. We also ordered a filet mignon and ny strip precut. The meat was very good but a little too salty for my taste. We got the smoke mac and cheese and it was my favorite thing for the night. We got the mushrooms to share and they were okay.

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    Michelle E.

    CARVE has excellent service, delicious steaks, creative menu choices like the wagyu meatloaf cupcakes and great cocktail options at reasonably affordable prices. It's perfect for a date night or just a nicer meal out for American food! FAST FACTS: * Parking - free street parking nearby and a free garage right across the street * Reservations - available online through OpenTable * Online ordering - available online through their website * Happy hour - daily from 3:00 - 6:30 pm with select starters, cocktails, and wine pours for $9 each (available only in the bar and patio area) * Lunch special - daily from 11:00 am - 5:00 pm with the lunch board for $25 * Weekend brunch - Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm * Prime rib Thursday and smoked strip Friday lunch SERVICE - We arrived at 5:20 for a 5:30 pm reservation on a Saturday night and were seated immediately. Our server, Tashia, took great care of us from start to finish! All of the food came out quickly and finished plates were cleared quickly. PRICING - The total was $102.84 after tax ($7.84) but before tip for cauliflower cheesy sticks ($9 HH pricing), charred Tuscan toast tower ($7), prosciutto & fig pizza ($20), butcher's cheeseburger ($19), sweet sriracha Brussels sprouts ($14), smoked mac & cheese ($14), and smoky s'more ($12). I think some items are a little expensive but for the most part the pricing is reasonable for the serving sizes and quality of food. CAULIFLOWER CHEESY STICKS (8/10) - We ordered these since they were part of the HH deals and they were surprisingly delicious! I usually don't love when cauliflower tries to disguise itself as other foods but the cauliflower base stayed together, there is tons of cheese on top, and the cold tomato sauce pairs with them perfectly! I'd order these again! CHARTED TUSCAN TOAST TOWER (7/10) - Perfect to share with the table! It comes with 6 large halves that are coated in garlic, cheese, and drizzled with balsamic. The crust is crunchy but the middle is softer. I'd order this again! BUTCHER'S CHEESEBURGER (9/10) - Highly underrated and one of the JUICIEST burgers I have ever had! It's a basic cheeseburger but it's super thick, seasoned perfectly, and comes with fresh toppings including lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles. You get to choose between cheddar, Gruyère, or provolone cheese and it comes with ketchup, mustard, and mayo in small side cups. The fries are DELICIOUS... you get a decent service and the seasoning on them is salty with a hint of sweetness! I will definitely order this again! PROSCIUTTO & FIG PIZZA (8/10) - Great to share or as an entree! It is cut into 8 pieces and the toppings are piled on. The crust is slightly chewy, there's plenty of fig spread as the sauce, the prosciutto pieces are spread fairly evenly, and there's a good amount of arugula. I'd order this again! SWEET SRIRACHA BRUSSELS SPROUTS (7/10) - It's a portion meant to share. The Brussels sprouts are definitely on the softer side and they're pretty oily. But the overall flavor is good... it leans Asian and you can taste the sweetness. I wish there was more spice and some of the pieces were crispier. I don't think I'd order these again. SMOKED MAC & CHEESE (8/10) - It's a portion meant to share. It's a larger macaroni noodle in a SUPER cheesy sauce topped with crispy breadcrumbs. I don't get a smoky flavor but plenty of cheese! I'd order this again! SMOKY S'MORE (9/10) - This is a must order! They bring it out encased in glass with the smoke and then use a blow torch to toast it table side. There are layers of graham cracker, chocolate that gets melty, and marshmallow with the perfect amount of char throughout. It's enough to share. I will order this ever time! This was my second time dining at the CARVE in central Austin (the first time was shortly after they first opened) and I had an equally impressive experience! There hasn't been any menu item that I've ordered and haven't loved and the service has always been top notch. I'll be back again in the future and will recommend Carve to others on the area!

    Truffle Steak Fries
    Christy L.

    I came to carve for their happy hour on a recent trip to austin. Their happy hour features $9 apps and drinks - perfect for our little catch up with friends. For apps, we ordered the guiltless cauliflower cheesy sticks, salmon cakes, and filet tenderloin toasts. I liked the cauliflower sticks a lot- couldn't even taste that it was "healthier". Very delicious and cheesy. We also enjoyed the salmon cakes as they were filled with fish and paired well with the accompanying sauce. The filet tenderloin toast were alright- a bit dry, but otherwise flavor was good. Off the happy hour menu, we also ordered the truffle fries. This dish was gorgeous and the truffle sauce was delish! For drinks, we got the orange moscow mule and the paloma punch. Great drink presentation and blending of flavors. Note: For happy hour, you can only sit in the bar area of the restaurant, so make sure you let the hostess know you want the hh. I would love to come back for the steak carvings one day!

    Dutch D.

    Dinner here wasn't just good. It was great! My date and I had a 7pm comedy show so we get dinner reservations for 5pm and had the whole place to ourselves. Seeing as the place was starting to pack up as we left, yes it was early by definitely a good time choice. Our server was great and the food came out quick. Speaking of servers, our (Savannah) was great! She not only asked us about food allergies but also wanted to know if we had plans after so they could get food out ASAP. And. She was a riot. She bantered back and forth with us the whole dinner. The dinner...AMAZING! We started with spinach and artichoke dip with drinks. SO good! Why don't places do spinach and artichoke dip anymore?! Then onto the pork belly burger for me and the meatloaf muffins with whipped potato "icing". Both beautifully presented and there were DELICIOUS! That burger is easily on my top 10 list of best all time. It was big and messy (trust me, that's a good thing). But we halved our main meals to save room for dessert. The torched-to-personal-preference-at-the-table S'more. This is a GREAT place to eat. Perfect for date night!

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    Food was excellent. We tried a little bit of everything. No complaints. Great service. Drinks on point. Atmosphere nice.

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    Thank you for your interest in CARVE! I am happy to share that we provide highchairs, as well as Children’s Menu options, which include Fried Chicken Fingers with French Fries, Burgers with French Fries, Cheese Pizza, and a 4oz Sliced Filet Mignon… Read more

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    4.5(113 reviews)
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    My wife and I ate here for the first time the other night. Greeting was friendly and seated…read morepromptly. Place has a nice, but noisy, vibe. Everyone that we came in contact with was friendly. Service was great! Enjoyed the menu as well. Received a free appetizer as it was our first time there. All food items were delicious, including a salad, which we split. My soup was outstanding, although candidly I can't remember exactly what it was, but super tasty. The beef and chicken skewers were my favorite, particularly the beef. No latte was odd, but coffee was good. Price was reasonable for this city. Nicely done!

    Oh this is already so good, it just needs a little tightening and flow polish. Here's your version,…read morecleaned up but still very you: What an absolute gem of a find. We're in Austin this weekend for the Foodieland festival and after being completely underwhelmed yesterday, we were on the hunt for actually good food and wine... enter Postinos. The place is quaint with a perfect wine bar vibe and great seating. We were greeted right away and the staff was genuinely so sweet. But let's be honest, the food stole the show. We had the bruschetta board and two paninis, and every single bite was competing with the last for best on the table. And the cherry on top? $6 glasses of delicious wine that carried us right through the meal. This place alone almost makes me sad to leave Austin tomorrow.

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    4.4(6.4k reviews)
    3.8 miDowntown
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    I'm so glad we found this spot because WOW... it was amazing! We were going crazy trying to find a…read moregood brunch spot and oddly enough couldn't find one, but honestly I'm grateful because it led us here! We walked from our hotel and were greeted with so much warmth right away. We were seated instantly and had the sweetest server, Sarah, who was incredibly helpful and attentive the entire time! They started us off with popcorn which was such a fun first lol. We ordered the Brussels sprouts appetizer and they were absolutely delicious! My husband got the chicken & waffles with a side of eggs & bacon, and I ordered the chicken fried steak from the lunch menu. Both plates were AMAZING... seriously some of the best food we've had! Then they brought out cornbread and omg... SO good. This place became such a staple of our trip and we already can't wait to come back. There's just something special about finding a cute restaurant with incredible food and even better service. Definitely one of those places that leaves you wanting more!

    We had a group here for dinner and were excited to try it, due to reviews. The ambience is lively,…read moreloud, and buzzy. Looked super fun. Service was good, no issues there. Friendly staff overall. The food fell flat for almost all of us. The salads were fresh and good. However, the ribs were below average. Cornbread was stale and not tasty. Biscuits tasted more like firm bread and not at all flaky/soft. That seemed weird to all of us. Chicken fried steak was soggy and not crispy. Drinks were ok. Not quite sure why the food was subpar, but there were 10 of us who all agreed we wouldn't return for food. There is a swanky little cozy speakeasy in the basement that may be good? We didn't try that.

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    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    1.8 miAllandale
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    We had a Chef table seating for our anniversary. The party before us was running long and they…read moretook care of our drinks and sat us before we landed at the Chef table. The staff were all so professional and apologetic about running late but it was not a problem for us and they actually shared a friend of the kitchen was there before us. I respect they provide that level of hospitality to guests. We were candidly lavished upon with champaign when we sat at the kitchen table. Our server was Christina who has worked there since BS opened. She made our evening very special. And we were kind of blown away when Kevin Cannon, Chef de Cuisine brought us a beautiful dish to celebrate the evening. I'm attaching all the pictures. In my opinion this place is a bargain. This was a fabulous culinary experience and I highly suggest sitting at the kitchen view table to get the full experience of the art and hard work Chef and his team are producing from a place of love for what they do.

    We visit Barley Swine a few times a year, and every single time I leave having fallen in love with…read moresomething new. The tasting menu is consistently creative, thoughtful, and genuinely fun, making each visit feel like a fresh experience rather than a repeat. There are two upgrades I will never skip: the caviar dish and the uni on top of the shiitake dumplings. They are absolutely to die for and hands-down worth it every single time. The drinks are always on point, creative, delicious, eclectic, and playful, perfectly complementing the menu. Service has been phenomenal on every visit, polished yet warm, which elevates the entire experience. This is an absolute favorite of ours for a kid free date night and one we continue to come back to without hesitation.

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    Corinne Austin - Honest food + drink in downtown Austin.

    Corinne Austin

    4.1(423 reviews)
    3.9 miDowntown
    $$$

    Corinne is always on point. No matter the occasion, they never miss…read more We came back for a short birthday dinner and to watch some football, and the experience was flawless from start to finish. We asked if it would be okay to order food from the bar in the lobby, and they were more than accommodating -- which honestly says a lot about their service. The bartender was incredibly nice, attentive, and made us feel completely taken care of the whole time. And the food? 10/10. Every single bite was on point. Corinne continues to be one of those places you can count on for great food, great service, and a relaxed but elevated vibe. Perfect for celebrations or even a casual night out. We'll always come back.

    We sat on the patio. There's a construction site next to it, along with street and car noise, but…read moreit wasn't overly disturbing. Our server didn't give us time to settle in, look over the menu, or enjoy our drinks and appetizers at our own pace. We felt like he wanted to rush through the service, and when we asked for a bit more time, he seemed annoyed. The prices are high for the quality and portion sizes you get, even for a hotel restaurant. We ordered the burrata and spicy tuna bruschetta -- both were good, especially the bruschetta. Our party also ordered the filet mignon, Scottish salmon, and rotisserie chicken. The steak was overcooked. The salmon was good, while the chicken looked pale and had an okay flavor. The key lime pie had a very hard crust (possibly stale?), and the sorbet was just okay. Overall, the service was not as welcoming as we expected and made us feel rushed to finish. The prices also do not feel proportionate to what you get. I don't think we would come back, especially with so many other options around.

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