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    4.0 (873 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 10:00 pm
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    Ellie N.

    The food is very good. The place is nice, both outdoor and indoor. The Bloody Mary is an absolute nightmare. It would have been a 5-star without the bad drink

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    I'm so excited! I just left District Kitchen off Slaughter and it's was great. Last time there had to leave because of the rat outside on the patio. This time (inside) and it was great!!!! The food was good and so was the service. Our server was Sheraton M. . Missed getting her picture but she was wonderful. Best of luck to her in her future endeavors.

    Brunchhhh
    Stephanie W.

    This place really never disappoints, I just love the vibes. I came with my mom recently for brunch and we sat on the patio on a nice day. The servers were friendly and efficient! We had a couple mimosas and I had the shakshuka which is what I always get (because it's always delicious). My mom had one of their bowls and she also really enjoyed it. My only issue was there wasn't enough juice to go with the mimosas in my opinion (the ratio was much heavier on the champagne). That said, I should have asked for more and was so hungry I didn't even bother and just pounded the food, so that's on me! Nevertheless, this is one of my favorite brunch places in South Austin :)

    Boudain omelette
    Anh N.

    Came for Sunday brunch, reservations were easy to make online and highly recommend. We had a phenomenal server, unfortunately not sure what was going on in the kitchen but it took over an hour for our food to come out. Boudain omelette was great. Egg sandwich with truffle fries were delish.

    Chicken Milanese
    Steven L.

    I had come to District Kitchen way back when it opened up initially and remember it being a pretty trend upscale spot with decent food. I decided to try it recently for takeout and here are my thoughts: Caesar Salad (4.5/5) - I quite liked that they used what seemed like baby romaine lettuce for the salad, it gave it a nice balance between leafy and crispy. I also really liked the crouton crumble. This may be an unpopular opinion but I don't really like when there are large crunchy croutons in my salad and using crumbles gave it perfect added crisp. I feel like I didn't taste much of the anchovies though so I dock half a star for that. Chicken Milanese (4/5) - One one hand, the chicken breading came out very crispy, even if it was sitting in a delivery car for a decent time. On the other hand, I felt like there wasn't much, if any, seasoning on the chicken or the breading. Of course, it comes with a dijon cream sauce which is pretty tasty, but the lack of seasoning was notable. I also didn't particularly enjoy the broccoli. It says it was sauteed but it's texture and flavor were giving steamed broccoli moreso. It wasn't bad, just wasn't good. Goat Cheese Mash (4/5) - No complaints here, just overall a good version of mashed potatoes. All decent mashed potatoes deserve a 4/5 rating, with the opportunity to become 5 if they really blow me away.

    Kathleen M.

    I've been here a few times now and found that where you sit and who your server is makes a HUGE difference! I'll occasionally pop in during Happy Hour for a late lunch after my voice lessons and have asked about a few things on the menu to confirm if they are or could be made gluten free. As such, I'll usually get the Moroccan Lamb Kabobs without the pita and the Shishito Peppers, but occasionally I'll get the Street Tacos instead. It's all delicious! The Street Tacos are good, but have never blown me away. If you like spice, I highly recommend the Shishito Peppers! And if you like lamb or really well seasoned and spiced (but not spicy food), the Moroccan Lamb Kabobs are an absolute must-try. They are divine!!! As far as drinks, I've only tried the District Cutie and the Soft Glow, both of which were excellent, easy to drink, and felt sweet and fruity. It's a bar, but they have bar seating, regular dining, or outdoor dining. Unfortunately sitting at the bar is one of the best ways to get bad service, depending on who is there, but sitting at the patio is usually a pretty good experience for me! Everyone is friendly, it's just attentiveness when I need to order, want to pay, etc. All in all, I do really like this place and I do think it has been redeemed from my original experience. Especially with the chocolate mousse, which is an absolute must-try.

    Strawberry mocktail
    Gwen G.

    Went on a Saturday around noon for brunch and got a lovely table outside. Very friendly service. Avocado toast with smoked salmon was delicious. The bread definitely elevated the dish. Lots of mocktails to choose from which I greatly appreciated!

    Great food and excellent service. Highly recommended farm to table with seasonal menu changes.

    Tuna Poke
    Christina H.

    I've been wanting to try The District for a while, so I was excited to discover there's one conveniently located closer to me in South Austin. I visited for brunch with a party of eight after spotting some Cajun-inspo dishes on the menu. I love a good tableware, as it adds to the finer details of my dining experience. I was impressed to see that The District pays attention to this, using beautiful pieces throughout. For the table, we started with the Bacon Beignets, though unfortunately, the dough was a bit denser than what I expected. For myself, I ordered the Tuna Poke & The Boudin Omelette. I was impressed with both the flavor and quality of both items. My partner ordered the Banana Bread French Toast, and I couldn't get enough of this sweet treat. Overall, I'm impressed!!

    $15 dessert
    Steven X.

    This is a $15 dessert... the ice cream comes in a literal to go sauce container. There is one strawberry sliced up and a sliver of a cake. This is a joke right.

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    Aruni G.

    I've eaten here several times over the years. It seems to have changed management many times. In the early days, I would recognize the host or some of the waiters but now it seems to be new folks almost every time, but maybe I'm not going at the same time. I love they have HH until 7pm and most times it's easy to grab a spot at the bar or nearby! Their outside patio is great for those spring and fall days for brunch or evening. I'm also glad they started opening for lunch during the week as it's another good option to suggest for work lunches. I've accidentally suggested meeting there in the past for lunch only to show up to find out they were closed for lunch. I met a gal I work with for lunch here a couple weeks ago and tried the oysters which were great! Waiter was very attentive even though we were the only folks sitting outside that day. He made sure we got our order in prior to a big table putting their in so we wouldn't have to wait too long. Met a friend recently for a last minute HH and enjoyed their HH wine and appetizer options at the bar. Look forward to future HH's and meals there!

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    great happy hour food. Always friendly service. Fun to sit in the bar area for happy hour, we highly recommend.

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    Love this place! Finally made it out after several referrals and it did not disappoint. Kam took great care of us. Will be back!

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    Always a lovely time at District, thank you so much for our server Sarah who went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time!

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    We come here all the time, but wanted to call out Sarah - Bartender / Server. She was fantastic!

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    Sarah our waitress was great! She was attentive and friendly. Thank you for the food and wine suggestions.

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    Love this place for happy hour. Our waiter Corey was great. Attentive and prompt. The happy hour bites are a good deal!

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    Went in last night for drinks and had the pleasure of being served by Belanna! So nice, attentive and fun. Great vibes all around!!

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    Great happy hour, Ali, Sarah, and Kam were awesome! They made us a custom mocktail that was just right and the karaage always rocks.

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    Sarah, Kam, Allie, and Mack were awesome! We will be back. Great service! Good food and drinks!

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    4.5
    (185 reviews)
    9.3 mi
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    Had a perfect anniversary dinner and am so happy we celebrated here!!! Everything was perfect - our…read morewaitress was so cute and funny, the ambiance is great for a romantic dinner, the pacing of the courses well executed and the food itself was amazing! Highly recommend starting with the Parker rolls and the table side Cesar salad. It was so entertaining watching this salad come together. Probably the highlight of the night! Pasta dish was generous on the portions (easily 2 meals) and LOTS of lobster meat, also highly recommend! Both the cookies and the cake for dessert were great, can't go wrong with either! Valet parking available or there is a parking garage right next door. Overall, highly recommend especially if celebrating a special occasion!

    This was for my husband's birthday resy on 03/24/26 around 7:30pm and it was a wonderful…read moreexperience! I want to say our server was JJ? He did a fantastic job explaining the menu and helping with recommendations -Drinks: Boa-loma (not for me, just not a tequila person), El toro -Apps: Wagyu cigars, Hokkaido scallops (a miss for hubby) -Food: 1 Westholme Australian Wagyu per person I added truffle sauce on my steak with a side of truffle mac and cheese. He added bleu cheese on his steak and a side of boujee twice baked potato. He did mix up the 2nd drink order but tasted just as great so no worries there. We opted to have carrot cake for dessert and it was the one of the best one he's ever had. Would love to come back again!

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    Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

    4.1
    (1.7k reviews)
    9.4 mi
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    Everything was perfect. Food, staff, atmosphere and all. Always our first choice whether it's…read morebusiness or pleasure.

    Let me start by saying that Alex is one of the best servers I've ever had the privilege of being…read moreserved by. He made my son's birthday dinner such an incredible experience. I'm writing this while we're still here because the service has been that amazing. Now onto the food... My wife ordered the sausage, and she's absolutely obsessed with it. It's technically on the starters menu, but she always gets it as her main course because it's just that good. My son and I both ordered the 20-ounce Koji Coffee-Crusted Cowboy Ribeye, cooked medium-rare. When I say it melts in your mouth, I mean it. The coffee crust adds the perfect amount of texture and crunch without overpowering the steak. I highly recommend it. For sides, we shared the mac and cheese and the corn crème brûlée, and both paired perfectly with our steaks. We also started with the pork chop bites, which continue to be an absolute home run. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and the applesauce takes the flavor to another level. The only minor critique I have is that the bread wasn't quite as soft and warm as it usually is. But honestly, that's such a small detail in what was otherwise an outstanding meal. To finish, we had the Vanilla Orange Cheesecake and the Lemon Bar. The Lemon Bar was delicious, although I wish the center hadn't been quite so cold. The toasted marshmallow on top, however, was absolutely perfect. The Orange Cheesecake? Incredible. Total Dreamsicle vibes, and I would order it again in a heartbeat. What really made this evening unforgettable, though, was Alex. He has officially set the standard for what exceptional service looks like. Every server I have from here on out has some big shoes to fill. Perry's, if I can't have Alex next time, I hope the service is held to the same incredibly high standard because he truly made this experience special. Overall, Perry's came out swinging tonight. I can't honestly call it a perfect 10 because of a couple of tiny details, but it was absolutely a perfect 5-star experience. Thank you for an unforgettable evening and for making my son's birthday one to remember!

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    Dean's Italian Steakhouse

    4.4
    (367 reviews)
    9.2 mi

    Made a reservation here for my husband's birthday, and they gave us one of the best seats along…read morewith the sweetest birthday card. We were greeted with soft, warm bread and butter, and I always appreciate when a restaurant serves whipped butter with bread. We may have over-ordered, but everything came out delicious, so no regrets. The A5 wagyu was seared perfectly. I love grilling steaks at home, but I don't fully trust myself with A5 yet, so this was such a treat. Both the lobster and bone marrow were rich and delicious, and they also did their mushrooms really well. The only dish I probably would have skipped was the tuna tartare, which didn't stand out quite as much as the other dishes. All in all, we had a very successful birthday dinner and a really lovely experience from start to finish.

    I was in town celebrating my birthday and was looking for a nice dinner spot when this restaurant…read morepopped up with great reviews and a beautiful ambiance. I was excited to give it a try, and overall, we had a lovely experience. Our server, Delina, was so sweet and incredibly helpful with her recommendations based on what my husband and I were in the mood for. It was a sunny and humid day, and since we had a full night ahead of us, we didn't want anything too heavy. We started with the spicy tuna tartare, which was amazing! The complimentary bread and butter were also mouthwatering--I honestly wanted another roll. For drinks, we asked for something refreshing, and Delina delivered. My husband had a cocktail that reminded him of an Aperol Spritz with a mojito twist, while the watermelon hibiscus margarita was absolutely perfect for the weather. We shared a Caesar salad and ordered the Dean's Style steak with the sauce on the side. This was the one dish that left me a little disappointed. The steak wasn't as juicy as I expected when cutting into the center, but thankfully, having the sauce on the side helped elevate the flavor. I highly recommend the truffle béarnaise sauce--it was delicious. The atmosphere and service were excellent, and Delina truly made our evening enjoyable. While I think we've had better steaks at a lower price point, the ambiance and overall experience still made for a memorable birthday dinner.

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    Salty Sow

    4.3
    (3.4k reviews)
    11.0 mi
    $$$

    We came here before a baseball game. Great casual ambiance, friendly staff, and good food…read more Had Brussel sprouts, deviled eggs, duck fat fries for appetizer. We decorated all of them with the brussels sprouts, being the favorite. For main course, we had crispy chicken thighs, Wagyu cheeseburger, and chicken and rabbit Mole. Everyone really enjoyed their meals. We finished with banana fosters Beignets. Plenty for 5 of us to share. Will definitely come back

    We went to Salty Sow on a Friday evening. We had a reservation and were promptly sat outside. They…read morehave huge fans, so in spite of the heat it was very pleasant. We were excited to try the food, and were hungry. Our server appeared (I can't remember his name but he was a short guy with blond hair). I ordered a cocktail and my husband ordered beer to begin with. He went away and then came back asking my husband if he wanted some whiskey cocktail, and we corrected him that we had asked for a particular beer. No big deal. We then ordered the deviled eggs and shishito peppers, and the red fish and short ribs for entree. A lady brought us the drinks, and the deviled eggs. Our server swung by and then disappeared. We thought the shishito peppers were on their way. We waited for what seemed like a really long time and still no shishito peppers. We also noticed that each table had a carafe of water except ours. We were just given water once, and then our server never bothered to fill the water up. Anyway, we kept waiting since there was no sign of the server. At this point, we felt he might have forgotten the second appetizer and we just did not want it, but he was nowhere to be found. A man (not our server) brought out our entrees. We then told him that we had been waiting for our second appetizer and would just want to cancel it. We asked if we could get the biscuits instead. He brought out the biscuits within a few minutes. Now this is where it really annoyed us. Had our server just come over and said he had forgotten our shishito peppers, it would have been okay. Human. What he tried was act smart and dropped by saying the shishito peppers would be out to which we said that we didn't want an appetizer after an entree and had cancelled it. I almost felt like he was treating us as if he thought we don't really dine out or whatever and he could just make fools of us. This really didn't sit right with me. We asked him for water and he filled it up left. The food was above average. The short ribs were good but my red fish had been hammered! The biscuits were good. The deviled eggs were good as well. Anyway, we finished our meal, and got the check, paid, and were waiting to finish our drinks. The receipt was on our table. Also, note, it was not a particularly busy day with several empty tables. What our server did next was absolutely unacceptable. I think he wanted to see if we had tipped him after his awful service. We did, but not 20% as we always do because of the soddy job he did, not to mention his attitude. We paid 15% which I think was more than what he deserved now. Out of nowhere, and mind you,after being absent for long periods before, he just came by, grabbed the paid up bill from our table to our shock, while we were still sitting and talking, looked at the bill, turned towards us, and muttered something angry under his breath and walked away. I have never seen this level of entitlement and bad behavior. We left right away. We had been really looking forward to this meal but I would not want to go back. The food was good, but not great, and I would not want to put up with such obnoxious behavior as a paying customer.

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    J Prime Steakhouse - Austin

    4.5
    (273 reviews)
    9.3 mi
    $$$$

    Went there with my wife. Oysters were good. I really enjoyed the salmon. The mustard crust was very…read moretasty and the salmon was not overcooked which is something that a lot places do. My wife got the filet and it was very good. The mushrooms were a highlight. We shared the strawberry shortcake. Adam was the sommelier. He rolled the whiskey cart to our table and we had fun reviewing the different whiskeys. After sampling several I settled on the Elmer J. Lee. Had a lot of fun with Adam. Ask for him. Only downside was that it was a pricey meal.

    I visited J-Prime Steakhouse in Austin last night with my daughter. Our meal was covered by a…read morecredit she received in exchange for creating a social media post for the restaurant. I paid the tip and received no compensation for this review. I'm focusing only on the dishes I personally ate. We had a 6 PM Sunday reservation, and the restaurant was quiet and calm. We were seated near the front, but I saw several dining areas -- all classic, clean-lined, and intimate. Our server, Adam, was exceptional from start to finish. His timing, attention to detail, and genuine care elevated the entire evening. He made thoughtful recommendations for cocktails and dessert, and every suggestion was spot on. Cocktails I asked for something light, and Adam suggested a summery twist on their cucumber martini. He added elderflower, and it was refreshing and delicious. We also tried the Divorce Papers (light, slightly sweet, with an earthy undertone) and the Dreamsicle, which is sweet, fun, and honestly as much an experience as it is a drink. While we waited, we were served a small blintz bite with caviar -- a lovely bite to start the meal. Starters We ordered the crabcake and the Caprese salad, both easily shareable. * The crabcake is one of the best I've had in Austin -- large, packed with jumbo and shredded crab, and seasoned perfectly. The aioli and fresh lemon made every bite better. * The Caprese truly surprised me. I expected heirloom tomatoes and fresh mozzarella, but the Sicilian pesto with Marcona almonds elevated it in an unexpected way. The pesto was thick, chunky, and incredibly flavorful -- it tied everything together beautifully. Balsamic and olive oil are added tableside, and the dish is as delicious as it is pretty. We were also served Brazilian cheese bread, which had a sharp cheese flavor and a great chew. Mains & Sides I ordered the 8 oz filet mignon, cooked rare. It had a perfect peppery crust and a tender center -- exactly what you want from a fine steakhouse. For sides, we shared: * Crispy Brussels sprouts -- roasted through, very crispy, and served with walnuts, feta, shaved prosciutto, and balsamic. Best when you get a little of everything in one bite. * Truffle sweet potatoes -- the first serving had undercooked layers, but the staff handled my feedback professionally and quickly brought a new dish. The remade version was delicious, with a great balance of flavors. Dessert Adam recommended the Carajillo, an after-dinner cocktail made tableside. If you enjoy espresso, get this -- the presentation alone is worth it. We tried two desserts: * Crème brûlée -- large enough to share, topped with berries, with a perfectly thin sugar top. * Flambéed strawberry shortcake -- made tableside by Enrique, who explained each step as he prepared it. The house poundcake is buttery but balanced by the ice cream and strawberries. Not overly sweet, which I appreciated. Also very shareable. Overall A great steakhouse should deliver on food, ambience, service, and drinks -- and J-Prime Steakhouse absolutely does. I had multiple moments where I paused just to appreciate the flavors. Adam made the evening fun, and the entire team ensured the experience felt special. I left wanting to come back and try more of their popular dishes.

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    Red Ash

    Red Ash

    4.4
    (1.6k reviews)
    9.2 mi
    $$$

    Had reserved this restaurant a month before visiting Austin. Had chosen this spot after some…read moreresearch for hip, high end restaurants with great food and ambiance. This restaurant was everything I could of asked for. Probably the best restaurant we tried in all of Austin. I'm from Los Angeles, and have been to many high end and hip restaurants, this was definitely up there with some of the best restaurants. Food: Crab tagliatelle is a must! This dish was delicious and everything you can ask for from a pasta. Gnocchi special with Peas and Asperagus is a must. This creamy and feather light dish was packed with so much flavour. Lobster scalloping was very good as well and so was the filet mignon. But best of all were the side of carrots, pear and endive salad and the Cho salad. My drink was the basil cocktail was was phenomenal. Everything was just so so very good. Our waitress Tiagna was an absolute delight in every way. Thank you so much!!!

    This was my first dining experience at Red Ash and it was for my friends birthday dinner. We had a…read moreparty of seven and were seated at the high top in the front of the restaurant by the hostess counter. I had a great view of everybody walking by the restaurant outside :) Our server was fantastic! He was super friendly and attentive. We arrived at 8:00 p.m. and left a little after 10:00 p.m. The food was delicious. My man absolutely loved his seafood pasta dish! He doesn't even eat pasta but he scraped that plate dry. I highly recommend ordering family style for the table but make sure your whole party is on board with splitting the check evenly because the restaurant does not break up the check according to diners only split evenly, I believe up to four ways. Example: Our check was $822 (included gratuities) for seven people and we were only able to split evenly four ways. Roughly $118 each. It is what it is but I didn't even get a main course. Just a glass of wine, a half of a piece of bruschetta, some of the Caesar salad and a small portion of the gnocchi (all shared) I'm glad I got to experience Red Ash, but now that I've checked that off my list, I'm good.

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    Nice wine selection
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    Fresh and crisp Caesar salad!!
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    Murray's Tavern

    Murray's Tavern

    4.4
    (204 reviews)
    10.7 mi

    One of the best taverns in Austin! I absolutely love Murray's and keep coming back, whether I'm…read morestopping in alone for a martini, having a date night with my husband, or meeting up with a group of friends. There's usually something on the menu for everyone, which makes it such an easy choice for almost any occasion. Their happy hour is one of my favourites in Austin. The mini martinis are served on a martini tree, which makes the experience especially fun, and they also make an excellent dirty martini--perfectly ice cold and well balanced. The beef tartare is another standout and easily one of the best in town. It's always topped with an impressively large egg yolk, which I love. Murray's is an easy recommendation for anyone in East Austin looking for a relaxed, lively atmosphere and a satisfying meal.

    Seven of us visited this week and were very impressed. We had heard great things, but expected only…read morebasic "pub food" in a tavern. We were blown away by the quality of food and the service. Juliet, our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the menu. My salmon was delicious, the Chicken Francese amazing and the Chicken Pot Pie unique and great, to name a few. Since we were there during happy hour, bottles of wine were half off-a great deal--and portions were very large--another welcome surprise. Knowing we were celebrating a birthday, a manager brought out a tower of seven mini glasses of champagne- a great touch. The Sticky Pudding on the dessert menu also a hit. While a bit out of the way, tucked in a neighborhood, this spot is worth the trip. We all plan on returning soon.

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    Fried Saltines (for Beef Tartare)
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    Ember Kitchen

    Ember Kitchen

    4.5
    (396 reviews)
    8.8 mi

    I reached out to my realtor for a dining recommendation for my birthday meal. Of the few recs he…read moregave, Ember won out. I made a same-day reservation for the chef's counter and I enjoyed it more than dining at the bar. 10/10 * no notes * I'll be back What I ate: cocktails: midnight in technicolor starters: caviar and skins (chef's treat) + crab cake (it was stuffed with corn and who'd have thought?!) entree: josper-roasted market fish * that day it was halibut and the light crust around the edges was an unexpected + pergently executed dessert: churros (chef's treat) From the hospitality to the cuisine, Ember is easily a top 3 dining experience of mine. Thanks Claire, Presley + another supervisor whose name has escaped me (so sorry), Chef, and team for making my birthday such a special one.

    A few friends recommended this place so I went for a group brunch…read more The food was excellent. We had the biscuits, steak and eggs, burger, and hash. Definitely get the biscuits for the table! Everyone really enjoyed their food. The service was good except for the hostess. The hostess was impatient and curt and didn't have 10 seconds to wait for me to scan the QR code for the parking validation. When I told her I needed to scan, she didn't care and said she was going to the table anyway. She just threw the menus on the table and then left. We didnt' want to sit in the sun but she had already left so we had to ask around to get another table. Sorry to bother her at work, I guess. A host/ess is a restaurant's first impression and it was off to a bad one. Our actual server was nice though and the food was good so I'll still give the restaurant 5 stars.

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    District Kitchen & Cocktails - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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