My brother was visiting from San Antonio, TX. We were tooling around Austin playing tourist and then landed at District Kitchen for lunch. This place is so intoxicating from the aqua blue color palate and funky green art work to the alluring lighting and huge metal plate (looks like something from a ship...also their logo). My brother said the green artwork looked like broccoli. My brother ordered the Idaho trout with coconut rice and Brussel sprouts. I sampled his food and it was all good. The standout was the Brussel sprouts...crispy with this absolutely delicious drizzle. I ordered the Mezze plate with a flavor explosion and many desirable texture. It had lamb kabobs, fresh salad (emphasis on fresh) with thinly sliced cucumbers, finely sliced onions and creamy feta (never had creamy feta), red round sweet peppers, hummus with the most delightful pesto like sauce, and olives. Oh my...what a delicious lunch! Morgan, our server, was attentive and accomodating. She moved us to another table when we notice our table was rocking a little. Great catching up with my brother and excellent meal! read more

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Service was great. The food was good with an exception. The trout with Brussels sprouts was tasty. The chicken and waffles were enjoyed but one of those chicken pieces was burned and bitter (see pic) The buffalo chili was on the spicy side and for $16 a small portion. (See pic). My 10-year-old has a tiny appetite, and it was even a small portion for him. The whipped feta appetizer was delicious as were the fries. Very well executed. I'd probably come back. read more

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Met a friend for a late lunch here last week after her training workshop. Always great food options for a last minute choice to meet for lunch. We were able to get a table quickly since we avoided the main lunch crowd. Our server was very helpful and we got our food quickly. The presentation of our soup and salad was really pretty. I always love their butternut squash soup and was glad to see it as a combo option. Since it wasn't that crowded, we could easily hear each other talking which is always a plus. She ordered the nutella mousse for dessert, and I had a bite. It was delicious! I will definitely be back here for a lunch or happy hour soon! read more

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What a sexy little date night spot! District Kitchen is tucked into a shopping center with plenty of parking, including accessible spots, which I always appreciate. We went as two couples, and when we arrived the first thing I noticed was the cute covered patio with lots of open tables. Inside, the lighting is dim and the decor is lovely, making it a perfect spot for an intimate date night. We had a reservation and were seated right away. We probably didn't need one as they had many open tables. Our waiter was great, friendly and attentive, and checked in just the right amount. They offer beer on tap as well as cocktails, and we ordered both. The Pepino was especially yummy. For food, we skipped an appetizer to save room for dessert, and I am glad we did. Both of us ladies ordered the shrimp and grits and were so happy with that choice. Delicious. The guys went with the bison burger and the chicken milanese, and they both really enjoyed their dishes. We finished by sharing dessert, the carrot zucchini cake, seasonal crumble and the chocolate sticky toffee pudding. All of which were really tasty. It was a great night. We enjoyed the food, drinks, and ambiance. The prices run just a little on the high side, but I would go back. read more

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Lovely new American restaurant with some fusion forward menu items. Modern space that feels upscale but also cozy and kid friendly. Our server was kind, patiently answered our questions, and had great recommendations. We ordered the shishito peppers and falafel to start. The falafel was cooked perfectly and was a huge hit with the kids. Peppers were good, a good kick without being overwhelmingly spicy. For mains we ordered the rainbow trout and the fesenjoon. The trout was amazing! So delicious, light yet filling and served on top of a beautiful wild rice pilaf with a side of Brussels sprouts. Healthy and so tasty! Fesenjoon is what I'd describe as a Persian chicken mole - the sauce is an acquired taste. Unique flavor profile which I found enjoyable. They served us a complimentary Nutella mousse as it was my dad's birthday which was the perfect end to our meal. Really enjoyed the experience and will certainly be back! read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Fesenjoon - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I went here for my birthday and the food was great! It's a little pricey but the quality is up there and the service was great! read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Plenty of parking and love the colors inside, very inviting. Popped in for brunch and the menu had a lot to offer. Went with a classic fried egg sandwich which was juicy and bread toasty. The fries were honestly one of the best fries I've ever had! Well done! The wait staff were attentive and nice, I do feel like our table was an awkward table though to be able to connect with them but that wasn't their fault. If I lived closer to north Austin I'd be back more. read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Fried Egg Sandwich - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

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What a lovely place! Came here with my friends during happy hour. Right away the service was excellent. No waiting and very attentive staff. We order almost all the appetizers and a couple of mocktails. The food was very tasty and plentiful for 4 people. The shishito peppers were hot but not unbearable to eat and the sauces were all so delicious. We also ordered the street tacos, the hummus, and the kabobs. The meats and veggies were fresh, very tasty and perfect sizes. I don't know why I never been to this place before, but now I do want to come back. It's so pretty inside and the outside is great now that the weather is getting nice. I want to come back to try an entre and have an actual dinner. What I had today was great. I'm sure there's way more to explore here. read more

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My wife and I went to District Kitchen when it first opened and we're not overly impressed. After several years we decided to give it another try. My wife ordered the trout, but they were out of trout. I ordered the filet, but they were out of it. So I ordered the next smallest steak, and they were out of that, too. The wine list is a joke. Service was good enough, but I don't know how this place stays in business. read more

Good variety offered on menu. Full service bar. Excellent Caesar salad made legit with anchovy filets atop. Shareable sides include a cheesy version of risotto served in cast iron casserole. Lots of weekday happy hour specials and $7 cocktails. In our neighborhood so we'll be back! read more

A friend and I went there recently and we started with a glass of wine and some Brussel sprouts. Yum!! So tasty! Service was excellent and the venue is so nice and clean. Also well decorated. Then I had the power bowl with chicken... I know, boring, but sometimes you have to eat a touch better... anyway... I liked everything about this place, easy to get in and out of, easy to make a resi online. Super simple, no drama, yet feels a little on the nice side. Big fan! I've also eaten brunch there... sweet baby Jesus, I had their chicken and waffles and some coffee.... An absolutely delicious experience. 10/10!! read more

What a gem! The moment we walked in, the vibe was perfect--low lights, soft music, and an air temperature that even a Goldilocks-level "just right" person like me could appreciate. This place is gluten-free friendly, the staff was warm, personable, and genuinely eager to help. They also source locally whenever possible, which I love. Even my gluten-free bun was scratch-made by a local bakery--and it was so good I actually double-checked that it was truly gluten free. (It was!) I ordered the grilled shrimp burger with the bib salad, and both were outstanding--crisp bib lettuce, radish, red onion, cucumber, and goat cheese. The shrimp burger included blackened Cajun shrimp, creamy remoulade, a perfect slice of tomato, all stacked on that amazing GF bun. Fresh, bright, and delicious. Great atmosphere, thoughtful food, and service that makes you feel cared for. Can't wait to go back! read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Excellent food! Best salmon salad I have ever had, I ate ever bite of it. The cocktail was delicious and beautiful. Dessert was over the top flavorful with a unique but well paired group of flavors. Service was quick at lunch and it's a beautifully designed space if you want to dine in style. read more

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Another tasty dinner with great service. Thanks Carter (See photo). Love this place. Upscale, cozy feel. Great Happy Hour! Really good Chicken Karachi and fresh Massachusetts raw oysters. Yum! Wagyu steak was delicious, served with well-seasoned potatoes and onion rings. Great salad too. Carter is a wonderful server! read more

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I love when I have an opportunity to spend some time in Austin!! Especially when I can have dinner with my son and brother-in-law. We decided on District Kitchen because of the variety. It had been a minute since I had visited and was thrilled to be returning. The service was perfect, thank you Courtney, cordial and sweet. We did not need reservations, coming in around 7:50 PM on a Tuesday evening. Perfect ambiance, peaceful and candles on the tables. Love the menu options, for starters we had the Falafel Fritters, the Traditional Hummus (SO good) AND the bread. The bread is a must have. Absolutely delicious. Can't even describe how it melts in your mouth and so perfect. I ordered the Bison burger, medium, it was good. My son had the Lemon Shrimp Ravioli and liked it. My brother-in-law had the Chicken Milanese, he took some home for next day lunch because of all the appetizers. He also ordered a side of Goat Cheese Mashers and stated it was too much goat cheese, flavor wise not his favorite. Really good food and great presentation. A little on the pricey side for my taste, $200 for 3 people includes tip and one glass of alcohol each. This is solely my opinion, the cost of food is rising. Well worth the visit. We will be returning read more

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Love a great HH. The drinks here are well poured and well made. They have plenty of food and drink options on theHH menu to meet a variety of people. The falafel was by far my favorite thing. It's pillowy and soft rather than being a hard puck. The lamb kebabs were well seasoned and very moist. Their hummus tasted very fresh and was very straightforward-- no frills-- but absolutely delicious. The restaurant was pretty empty so service was quick and parking was plentiful. Will definitely be returning here for happy hour. read more

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We visited District Kitchen for brunch last minute with a party of 12, and they were able to seat us immediately with no wait, which was a pleasant surprise! I ordered a mimosa and the mushroom omelette, which was absolutely delicious. The combination of goat cheese and mushrooms was a fantastic pairing--something I wouldn't have thought of but really enjoyed. The smashed potatoes, however, were just okay. I didn't love the addition of sugar, which felt a bit unusual. Overall, it was a great brunch spot with plenty of vegetarian options and good service. I'd definitely go back! read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Mushroom omelet - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

The service was extremely slow, inattentive and the excuses for what was not available were ridiculous. I noticed the woman who turned out to be the seating hostess was reading a book in a booth. We waited for 10 minutes to get anyone to pay attention to us to be seated and there were only two other patrons in the restaurant. It was another 20 minutes before someone came to take our order and then after another 10 minutes someone else came to tell us that they could not make something we ordered because they had thrown out the boiling water. What? The food was ok when it finally came and it came with no apologies or recognition of the poor service. If not for the inconvenience to the other members of our party of six we would have left. read more

Great ambiance and overall vibe. I love it when décor details are present without over-participating in my experience! The food was average. I had the Asian Crunch salad and it wasn't anything special. One friend really enjoyed the bison burger- she said it tasted just like a hamburger but better. My other friend enjoyed the Moroccan Curry bowl. The menu was diverse and a few more vegetarian options would make it very special! Servers were attentive and patient as we stuck around for way too long after the food was cleared. It was a girl's lunch and we always linger. In our defense, we always plan before or after lunch rush hour and we tip well. The prices are high in my opinion. read more

The rainbow trout was wonderful. This is a great place to go for nice dinner or just for drinks. read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Rainbow Trout was great. I had not been here for awhile and forgot how great this place is. You need to give them a try. - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

I really think this place has the potential to be better, but a bit of lackluster service and hit and miss food made this not the upscale birthday experience we were hoping for. Service was awkward - interaction was a bit strange... Friendly but disconnected and the timing was off. Had the chicken Milanese, which was good. Like a chicken schnitzel with a kind of like mustard gravy but the broccoli was over spiced and the chicken needed more seasoning. Scallops were good, but the risotto was stodgy and tasted of mustard. (mustard must be their signature spice here) and my entrée. Caesar salad was fine but had two sad little anchovies on it after the server making a big deal of whether I wanted anchovies or not even though it's there on the menu. Cocktails were the bright spot. He had some interesting seasonal options as well as some great classics. read more

OMG one of the greatest steaks i've ever had and really great bar staff to service and chat with me...

Food was really good. Not to mention the music was awesome. Just know if you order a coke the coke is from a local provider not Coca-Cola. read more

Came here for brunch and the food was AMAZING! Service was a little slow for how calm the restaurant was but overall would come back to try dinner. Would have enjoyed the patio had the weather been nicer. read more

Great service, delicious food, overall excellent experience. We ordered the fesenjoon, really well balanced dish; also got the falafel, for someone who doesn't usually like falafel, it was amazing. read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Fesenjoon - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

Came here for brunch with a friend and really enjoyed this spot. The restaurant itself is cute with moody interior design and a nice patio out front. I ordered the shakshuka which I had never had before but sounded really good and I'm glad I tried it. It was two poached eggs in a tomato sauce with sage sausage. It had so much flavor and depth, I really loved it. My friend got the sweet potato hash and said that it was very good as well. Our server was very nice and our food came out pretty quickly. Definitely will come back again! read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Sham - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

DRINKS diners here with my husband. He had the Porter beer and really enjoyed it. I just had a self directed mocktail, essentially soda, water cranberry with lime, which was perfectly fine. APPETIZER we had the homemade jalapeño cheese bread and it was really delicious. You could tell it was freshly made. The flavor was more mild than expected in a good way and it came with very soft butter, which was great. ENTREE my husband had the bison burger, he said it was good and asked me to take home the rest of his fries. He's a man a few words I'd say that means it was a good meal. // I had the Texas Wagyu beef, which I really enjoyed. It was cooked just right at medium rare . the potatoes were well cooked and seasoned I really liked the truffle sauce. The only element i didn't love was the onion rings. They were a bit greasy for my taste, but overall enjoyed the meal and took home leftovers. That's always a good sign. And we shared a side of the brocolli which was good though felt a bit bland compared to the other dishes . Was seasoned fine but that broccoli didn't have super green stalks. Would definitely eat here again, might try the scallops and risotto next time ! read more

Update: no change a year later...lucked into having AJ again. Awesome! _________ Shishito peppers, chicken karage, and grilled foie gras were excellent, as were our oysters and scallops from the raw bar. Opening drinks included a nice margarita and a cool 1970s gin/limencello concoction. From there we dabbled w chicken tacos and TX wagyu, and dessert was amazing with a panacotta special. AJ was an awesome server, making many recommendations along the way. Beautiful patio w misters out front and pretty vines on the walls completed our experience. We'll be back to try more as we just began to dent the entree menu. 5 stars. read more

I'll start with the food was good not great. I had the butter leaf salad with goat cheese, but had to look really hard to find that goat cheese. My husband had the trout and thought it was a pretty good dish. Our friends had the shrimp and grits and a vegan ravioli. They thought it was pretty good. The cocktails were way too expensive for this kind of venue. I didn't really like the vibe of the place. The server was very kind and efficient. read more

It was such a gorgeous day we decided to pop out for a quick happy hour on a patio. I always forget how close District is, and I'm so glad we remembered today. We went before 5, so it wasn't busy at all. Grabbed a great spot on the patio (which is dog friendly btw). Plenty of parking is always a plus in my book, and greeted by a friendly hostess. We had a Very friendly server and he made some great recommendations! The Karaage was absolutely delicious. Overall great experience and we will be back. There are still a lot of happy hour nibbles I need to try, and next time we will bring the pup and stay a bit longer. read more

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The vegan ravioli is good! Servers have been nice and accommodating for dietary restrictions. I wish it was more clear that in order to get happy hour prices, you can only sit in certain parts of the restaurant. Definitely ask before making a reservation. read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Vegan Ravioli - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

I really enjoyed my meal here! The bread was phenomenal- definitely order this. We all pretty much cleared our plates. I will note that it's pretty loud inside so I can see how it would be hard to hear but I'm glad we sat outside on the patio! Our server wasn't that attentive but nothing drastic. read more

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They do have a vegan option now! They have a vegan ravioli that changes a bit seasonally. It's not bad! They also have a tasty vegan soup. Would love those vegan options to continue coming and thank you!!! read more

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Vegan Ravioli - New American Near Me - Austin, Texas

5 stars for Brunch -- arguably THE best chicken and waffles I've ever had and the bacon beignets were a nice surprise. Came to brunch with my boyfriend and when we asked for the check, the server said that another couple paid for our meals. I started looking around asking the server who they were so we could thank them, but the server said they already left. So, to carry on the "random acts of kindness," we paid for another couples meal that morning too. Really lovely experience! read more

District kitchen offers fantastic foods and drinks for a reasonable price. The food has plenty of flavor to it with high quality ingredients. They have all of your favorite American dishes. I really recommend the whipped feta dip. Especially as a shareable item for multiple people at the table. I also got the Brussels sprouts as a side and the bison burger. The burger has all of your typical toppings but also topped with a delicious garlic aoli. The service was great and the food came out quickly and hot. Can't recommend this place enough for a nice date night spot or a night out with friends. read more

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A neighborhood restaurant that is always good, with great service, a usefully varied menu, and such a good chicken sandwich.

Where to start?!?! Went here on a whim and was highly impressed. Food: Started with the truffle prosciutto toast and I recommend it for its contrast of flavors and different textures. You have the saltiness, the sweet dates, the Crunchy, the fresh arugula! For entrees, had the Texas Wagyu steak and sumac brined porkchop. This steak was melt in your mouth tender and great taste to the chimichurri! The red potatoes were soft and had a depth of seasoning. The porkchop was moist, sweet potatoes were creamy, and there was a bit of a spicy bite while working through it. Service: Isaiah was great. Very attentive and had a sense of humor. Ambiance: Soft lighting and it was as if we had a side of the restaurant to ourselves. read more

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Our waiter was AWFUL! Our food was good but took WAY TOO LONG and our appetizers showed up BEFORE our drinks, which I had to go in and ask why were taking so long. Waiter, again, terrible.... At the end we thought he may comp something because this was an obviously bad experience. He did not. I politely said, "maybe a round of drinks for the table? that all took so long." the waiter was then COCKY as shit and did NOTHING. Super uncool and terrible experience. This place COULD be good, because the food is good. But our service was absolutely TERRIBLE! HIGHLY DO NOT RECOMMEND, I rarely write bad reviews but we just all felt disrespected at this place! read more

Heart Breaker with fried chicken Shakshuka Bacon beignets Came for brunch for the first time! Absolutely loved it! The server was kind and gave a good recommendation to add fried chicken to the heart breaker. The portion is massive. Chicken is cooked perfectly and the biscuits are so fluffy. Shakshuka didn't wow me but I liked the tomato sauce. Bacon beignets are SO GOOD. I love beignets and the saltiness of the bacon bits inside complements well with the sugar on the outside of the beignets. read more

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Amazing food! I had the best ribeye and Cesar salad of my life and the drinks are so great too. Love this place will be returning frequently. read more