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    Mexta

    4.0 (107 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Sunny C.

    Fancy downtown restaurant that prioritizes presentation on their food and interior. But very expensive for just average mexican food. The cocktails were well made. But no cocktail on this earth should be over $20 unless I'm getting a barrel of it. We came here for a friends birthday. And no we did not stay in the fancy birthday room with the balcony where you can look at the people beneath you dine like normal humans. But instead we had a nice square table for a smaller party. Our table kept getting random food that we didn't order. The staff were fast and on top of everything despite that. The food had a lot of fission aspects to it like mole and steak. Some of the mains came out over salted. Flan dessert was pretty good. Other than that, nothing else in the menu stuck out. So i will likely not be back to try something else in combination with the price.

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    Natalia R.

    Parking - parked at 508 Brazos garage which may be the closest Service - friendly and attentive; we also we're celebrating a bday and they did a fantastic job at making it special (including a bday drink with a lasers on picture of the bday boy- wow!) Food - fresh, creative, delicious. Also there are vegetarian options. The cheesy cauliflower was fun. Price point - it's on the higher scale but I heard they have happy hour and the food is flavorful and fun

    Ariadna S.

    We went here against our will (it was somebody's birthday). The place was very slow on Saturday night and only picked up a little closer to 8 pm. The interiors and atmosphere I would describe as a beige mom who discovered Mexican culture but she still wants to keep it sterile and neutral for her Instagram. The cocktails were good and presented nicely, but very much overpriced based on the listed ingredients. Although the presentation of dishes was pretty to look at, you still end up overpaying for otherwise a basic, in Austin standards, upper mid-tier dining experience based on menu selection. There is plenty of high end Mexican places with more interesting menu options. The service was okay: it was fast and cordial, however there was quite a bit of a mix up with plates that no one ordered being brought to the table, and we didn't get any "menu tour" or spiel or suggestions. Maybe people who arrived early did, but not us two who joined just a few minutes later. The flan and chocolate dessert were pretty good though. Overall, I'm unlikely to return on my own accord.

    Flan - popcorn and cinnamon crisp
    Andrew C.

    High ceilings give an airy feel but the interior is wrapped in stone and motifs that give you a sense that you are dining in Mexico. The service is very friendly and hospitable - they say they want to treat you as family. They do have a second floor dining area that can accommodate a large group (we saw a bachelorette party stumble down). The menu is full of dishes that I wanted to try but we were limited in stomach capacity. Note they they do have a daily special menu as well. For us we tried: Molotes - Off the special menu and you get a trio (chicken, pork and beef). These are two bites each and you can share (or might not want to). To me these resembled mini fried empanadas and were delicious. Came with pickled onions and a couple of sauces. Baja style shrimp tacos - this is a two taco dish which you could get it grilled vs fried. Chili oil gives a great little kick as a contrast to the fresh veggies. Pacific Red Snapper Ceviche - serranos give a punch and this dish has heavy acidity. Crisp corn tostadas for dipping. This bowl is sizeable and I would recommend sharing with a few other people so you don't get full. Wish they could do a half order for two people. Lobster Tortilla Bisque - this one is not a light dish. A nest of thin tortilla strips serves as a base with chunks of lobster adorning it. The flavor is lovely but the strips are quite filling. Smoked Filet Mignon with Black Mole - this plate comes out and the lid lifts to waft a smokey scent to you. Mole is then poured over perfectly grilled steak resting on a celery root purée and a tent of veggies. The smoke imparts a subtle flavor that is a nice accompaniment to the boldness of the mole. Zarandeado Style Catch of the Day - for us this was red snapper. Either a half or a whole fish. A half is still a significant portion (be wary of some bones though). Grilled nicely and accompanied with a black bean puree, roasted plantain puree (slices of plaintains and a semisweet puree), green salad (with pickled veggies) sliced avocado and a macha sauce. I kept the chili oil from the tacos which was really nice Flan - for dessert it was a fairly large portion of flan with a cinnamon crisp and quenelle of ice cream and some b

    Anh N.

    Great spot downtown for a celebration dinner. Came with a group for a birthday celebration on a Friday evening. Resys were easy to make. No valet so find street or the ramp across. They have a beautiful bar in the middle. Ordered 2 cocktails with ginger beer and whatever they have is not a great ginger beer. Came out super flat. Our server was wonderful to take them back no questions but did see the bartender throwing a fit that we asked if their ginger beer was stale. Bone marrow served langoustine style was the star of the show. Flavorful! Chicken was also good. Definitely try the Chocomaiz for dessert. Beautifully plated.

    Chicha de Humo (bacon fat infused tequila)
    Ang F.

    Pro-tip: Happy Hour every day 5-7 PM. Wow! The amount of times I walked by Mexta and didn't even realize it was there? Too many times. Happy I finally had an opportunity to give it a try. You know how you go somewhere in Austin and a basic drink is $20? Ridiculous, right? The cocktails at Mexta are just wow. Specifically the Chica de Humo. A unique and well balanced smoky flavour coming from the bacon fat infused tequila and chile morita. So. Good. Our server was ON IT. In fact, our group of six went with EVERY recommendation she made and we enjoyed every bit of every dish. Every dish, you can tell, carefully curated to marry different types of ingredients, textures, and colors. I swear every dish has its own sauce, and every sauce was just delectable. The Real Guacamole (you can also add chicharrónes or chapulines, but we went with the basic which CAME with tostadas) Hamachi Tiradito Filet con Mole Porcelet with "Encacahuatado" Macha Cauliflower Our only mistake? We didn't stay for dessert. We will be back!!

    Mexta Shrimp Aguachile & French Fries
    Daniel S.

    I came in a little skeptical since high-end Mexican food can often feel overpriced for what you get, but my perspective quickly changed after the first bite. First off, the restaurant is stunning from a design perspective as it was warm, modern & inviting. But let's talk about the food. I visited during happy hour, which was a great value and I ordered the French fries and shrimp tacos. The fries were crispy and topped with a flavorful aioli while the tacos were fresh, filling and paired perfectly with my margarita. For my entrée I chose the bone marrow, which came with mini tortillas to balance the richness of the dish. It set the stage for my favorite part of the meal which was the Chocomaiz dessert. The brownie, paired with toffee and popcorn had amazing texture and flavor that really stood out. Service however was a little spotty not terrible, but not quite at the level I'd expect for the price point and parking is a bit of a challenge since it's downtown. Overall, I'd consider returning for a special occasion but for the cost there are other Mexican restaurants in town I'd likely choose over Mexta.

    Anisha G.

    Wow, what a stunning restaurant! I stopped by for happy hour and loved the tasty food and drinks at great prices. The service was fantastic, and I'll definitely be back to try their dinner menu!

    Complimentary basket of bread to choose from
    Soseh P.

    Met up with few friends at MEXTA for brunch. I wouldn't say they are the IT place for brunch. The food was alright, service was okay. I won't say they Re not good because i would want to try them for dinner and then. The chilaquiles were okay but on saltier side. The Huevos von was too watery and made the tortilla in the bottom too soggy. The tres leche fresh toast was good in flavor but they had for sure burned the bottom of it while trying to caramelize the sugar. We ordered two and both were like that. Overall the ambiance is cute and not but wouldn't go back for brunch maybe to try dinner menu items. There are some cool element like the complimentary bread basket with variety of items, the shrimp juice shot, the daily flavor Mimosa. Will have to go back to see how dinner menu is but brunch wasn't all that.

    It's easy to miss, here's the outside sign.
    Rafael G.

    Heard good things about Mexta so I came in with a large group. We made a reservation in advance and the service was excellent. The restaurant is very nice with a casual/contemporary vibe. Our waiter explained the menu as it's not your typical Mexican food. I enjoyed every bite, here's what I tasted: Red Snapper Ceviche- This was Amazing! Every bite was flavorful and delicious. I ate it with the tostada chips. 5 stars! Black Mole steak- Very good! I'm not a big fan of mole but this may have changed my mind. The presentation is also instagram worthy, try it! Tikin Xin Salmon- Wow, I loved this dish. Very unique in presentation as well. Overall they get 5 stars and I'll be back.

    Isabelle K.

    Crudo is fishy. The mole steak is the best. Very tender. New Mexican restaurant in downtown. But not many people went to this restaurant.

    Complementary champagne for anniversary
    Perla G.

    Place is beautiful, low lit, but food was very average. Service was good, we got to the restaurant and immediately knew who we were based on our reservation. We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and they provided complementary champagne glasses.

    Kevin S.

    Loved the vibe inside Mexta. Ambience was really nice, lighting was done well, and the bar was solid! Food was delicious, really enjoyed everything we had.

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    Delicious drinks and food. Crudo and tacos were perfect. Some very eclectic drinks. Excellent service.

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    Great service and ambiance. We've been there a couple times already and are definitely coming back.

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    Rustic Tap

    3.6(140 reviews)
    0.4 miMarket District, Warehouse District, Downtown
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    An associate informed me that Rustic Tap was hosting the Bring Back the Music Festival, in support…read moreof HAAM, so a friend and I decided to meet my associate there. Unfortunately, we missed meeting up however my friend and I did get to check out the venue, listen to a couple of the bands and try a light dinner. The bands that we heard were Lew Apollo and Brother Thunder. The ambiance was great - the place is open to the sky and the benefit of great weather made it a fantastic day to be there. At our arrival, the crowd was minimal. We were able to sit near the stage and enjoy the music vibes. After reviewing the menu, we went to the bar to place the order. I decided to go with 2 chili dogs, and my friend ordered the steak sliders with waffle fries. They give you a number and when the board lights up with your number, then you go to the pick-up window to get your food. There was maybe a 10-12-minute wait. I thought that prices were very reasonable and the taste was good enough. We learned that the Rustic Tap is an LSU bar and they host a lot of the game watches. We used a rideshare, so I don't know how convenient or easy parking is in this area. Overall, I enjoyed my time here and would consider coming back for future events.

    We've been to The Rustic Tap a few times now and can honestly say it is the best live music venue…read moreon West 6th. We always somehow end up here drawn in from the music they have from local cover bands that pours out onto the street. It's always busy and has a lot of life plus when it's hot they have shade, and when it's cold they have fire pits. The live music is played in the back next to a pit that usually has people dancing but also serves as a great place to watch sports when they seldomly don't have live music. This bar covers a lot of bases whether you're there for music, sports, or just to drink. Speaking of drinks, the waiters are friendly and they have a good amount of options. We've only ever gotten beer there so can't say much about whether or not they have a heavy hand when they pour. As always this place is on 6th so drink responsibly and Uber to and from (parking around there is a nightmare anyways). The Rustic Tap is one of the most fun bars in the area and is a great place to either start or end your night, either way you'll somehow end up there regardless.

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    Upstairs at Caroline

    4.3(684 reviews)
    0.0 miDowntown
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    A total vibe! I loved this spot and the outdoor bar area. It's lit up by twinkle lights with plenty…read moreof TVs to watch the game. They had a frozen watermelon rose I tried which I really like, if you get an additional shooter to go with it, make sure you mix it in! They have a good amount of drinks to choose from, it's a great place to chill with friends and enjoy the weather. Lots of seating and picnic table style seating. I've been twice and would definitely go back!

    I recently visited Upstairs at Caroline for a Logitech SXSW installation event, and the experience…read morewas a great mix of creative energy and Austin atmosphere. The venue itself has a lively, open feel with an urban backyard vibe and plenty of space to move around, mingle, and actually take in the installation without feeling crowded. What stood out most was how well the space complemented the event. The layout made it easy to engage with the installation while still enjoying the social vibe. They had space for working virtually as well as displays to test some of the technology. There's a nice balance between indoor comfort and that signature rooftop-style setting, which gives it a relaxed but elevated feel. The staff was friendly and kept things running smoothly, and the overall setup felt thoughtfully organized. Whether you were there to focus on the installation or just take it in casually, the environment supported both. The line was somewhat long to get into the event as it was at capacity and could only allow more people as people were leaving the event. I was given a drink ticket and got to try the Patio Pounder with ilegal mezcal, primo aperitivo, tropical citrus, coconut, grapefruit soda. The bartender was efficient even though the lines were long. The cocktail was enjoyable with the balance of smoky and citrus flavors. They also had a variety of food bites available including chips and queso. creamy street corn, and sliders. The food was gone relatively quickly due to the crowds but it would be replenished periodically. Overall, Upstairs at Caroline proved to be a solid venue for a creative SXSW event versatile, welcoming, and very on-brand for Austin's arts and tech scene.

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    Anthem

    4.4(827 reviews)
    0.6 mi
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    Fabulous! My friend…read moreTiffany told me about Anthem on Rainy Street. Neither of us had been, and also it's been years since we've been on Rainy Street. So we thought we would make a whole night of it. Tiffany did make reservations for us for 7pm and even though this is a bar hopping neighborhood, even at 7pm it was pretty busy. Streets were full of people. Anthem had a vibe. I felt the energy as soon as I waked in. The cozy booths with the U shaped seating with plush green velvet fabric. Wait staff wore Hawaiian shirts. Sitting up behind me on a ledge was the Easter Island statue. Insert (Night At The Museum) here, dumb dumb give me gum gum. Anthem was our first stop tonight. Just drinks and a dinner. I ordered the Peach Fuzzy drink. Not too sweet, refreshing, peachy, and beautiful garnish of a flower. I ordered the Yummy Fries which looked like a salad. Gorgeous presentation. Fries were actually waffle sweet potatoes. Pickled ginger, sesame seeds, furikake, aïoli and a few other wonderful ingredients. Could not get over how beautiful everything looked. Presentation outstanding. Service delightful. Had a wonderful time at Anthem. We both did use the ladies rooms before leaving. Inside the bathroom there is a sign about safety and if you need assistants. I did take a picture of it. On our way out, Brian the manager, said good night to us and waved. We later saw Brian at another place. And I'll write about that in my review for that place as well. Brian, you're Doll, thank you for your hospitality.

    Came here for happy hour! The restaurant was clean and spacious, with plenty of seating. They also…read morehave a large outdoor patio. The service was great, and the staff checked on us frequently. We ordered the Hawaiian shrimp ceviche, salmon poke, and brisket rangoons. Everything was super tasty, but the brisket rangoons were the star of the show. It's been several days, and I'm still thinking about them!

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    Upside Down Pineapple Bread Pudding

    Anthem - Itchy Salmon. Good but a little overpriced.

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    Itchy Salmon. Good but a little overpriced.

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