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    Red Ash

    4.4 (1.6k reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Stephanie M.

    We've always heard so much hype about Red Ash and just had to try for ourselves. Takes a few months to get a reservation. I had made a reservation a few weeks prior for our anniversary month. When we sat at our table they had a cute little greeting card from the staff wishing us a happy anniversary. Pro Tip: Just make a reservation way in advance and if you make it you make it. Even if you don't think you will be able to make it. If you can't go just cancel with enough advance. We started with the Meatballs that pair wonderfully with their Italian Bread. Flavorful and plentiful dish and def get the bread! Next came the Bone Marrow & Tuna Crudo. I will say though for some reason after we finished our Meatballs it took them quite a while to bring our dishes after that. Bone Marrow was divine and also paired well with the Italian Bread. Tuna Crudo was not what I expected because it was warm and I was expecting it to be cold. But it was good and I love eggplant. Our main dish was the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese. From the description it seemed to hit all the boxes since we are meat lovers (contains braised beef & pork shoulder) and truffle. I love me some truffle. When we ordered the Agnolotti Alla Piemontese I asked him does it have a lot of truffle flavor because I love truffle. He said oh we can definitely add more truffle if you would like when the dish comes out. When the dish came they had the chef come shave an extra truffle on the dish. I honestly could not taste the difference. Was not enough truffle flavor for me. Note the extra truffle is an added charge. Overall lovely experience. If we return we will need to try some different dishes to give it another try.

    Tagliolini with fresh blue crab
    Emily K.

    The Agnolotti pasta was really good, so much so I had to scrape every ounce of the sauce off the plate. The bone marrow was also pretty solid. However, I didn't really feel like the Blue crab pasta lives up to the hype. The noodle was a little dry and the sauce flavor was a little plain in my opinion.

    Pear and endive salad
    Veronica Y.

    5 stars for appetizers and dessert 4 stars for main The appetizers and desserts were excellent. The appetizers were just really done so well, though pricey. The steak trimmings bruschetta was a single slice of bread, but it was loaded with both perfect medium rare steak and delicious mushrooms. Add maybe a $4 order of two slices of their garlic bread, and you could perhaps call this an entree. The octopus was perfectly tender and came sitting in a delicious almost-stew that made the dish heartier. Again, kind of expensive for the single skewer (about 6 pieces) of octopus. We got one of the most expensive mains -- the cold lobster tails scampi style with spaghettini. There were five small lobster tails, which isn't bad. Flavor was just fine. The pasta on the side was just fine, just cooked beyond al dente in a simple tomato sauce. It was a little surprising the pasta didn't have lobster flavor or even scampi flavor. Felt like two very different dishes on the plate. This dish also came with a slice of bread. Their bread is great. We also got the special-- morel mushrooms over polenta and a poached egg. It tasted great but was probably the thinnest, smallest serving of polenta I've ever had. The desserts is where Red Ash then redeemed itself. The tiramisu is great...AND HUGE. Double the size I would have expected. And they don't say it on the menu, but you can order a single scoop of gelato for $4. Parking is always challenging downtown; we got super lucky with someone leaving street parking just as we got there. It's very noisy inside. Why do downtown restaurants insist on having no sound dampening?

    Bone marrow
    Josh P.

    We had a wonderful date night at Red Ash and finally understood why it's one of Austin's most talked‑about restaurants. We booked our 6:45pm reservation two months out, arrived a little early, and were seated at the bar right away--already a great start. Drinks: She ordered the Heat of Passion and I went with the Satan's Circus. Both were solid cocktails, but the Heat of Passion definitely stole the show with brighter, more pronounced flavors. Mine was good, though the chilis were much more subtle than expected. Starters: We started with the burrata with tomatoes and the bone marrow. The burrata itself was outstanding--creamy, fresh, and absolutely delicious. The tomatoes were good but could have used a touch more seasoning, though it seemed they were going for a "let the ingredients shine" approach. The bone marrow, however, was phenomenal. Rich, buttery, and paired perfectly with the extra bread it came with (which was helpful since we devoured the burrata's bread instantly). It was my first time trying marrow, and it was a "when in Rome" moment I'm glad I had. Entrées: We shared the potato gnocchi (small portion) and the blue crab pasta (full portion). The crab pasta was flavorful and well‑balanced, but the gnocchi packed such a punch that you really had to alternate bites or it would overshadow the other dish entirely. For what it's worth, we're not huge seafood people, so that may have influenced our impressions--but both dishes were delicious in their own way. Dessert: We debated between the olive oil cake and the chocolate cake, and finally chose the chocolate hazelnut volcano cake. Zero regrets. Rich, warm, and decadent--halfway through I was ready for a nap in the best possible way. Ambience: The building itself is thoughtful and stylish. There was music playing (sounded like Bad Bunny vibes), but it was hard to hear over the crowd--if anything, lowering it might make conversations easier. Service: Sitting at the bar ended up being a great choice. The bartender was attentive, helpful with recommendations, and kept the experience smooth from start to finish. Overall: A fantastic evening and absolutely worth the hype. We completely understand why people rave about Red Ash.

    Adam D.

    We managed to sneak in here on a Monday night and find bar seating at around 8:30 PM. I was later told it takes months to get a reservation, and after trying the food and feeling the vibes, I could see why. Intimate, but casual environment with friendly service. The lighting is spot on: not too dark, not too bright. We shared the meatballs and the osso bucco and a bottle of wine. The osso bucco was probably among the best I've had. The wine list is quite extensive and you can find some pretty good values. I like it here so much I tried to get back in the following night. This is rare for me. When I'm away traveling for work, I always try to hit different spots, but it was that good. Unfortunately for me, my luck ran out. They couldn't even squeeze me in at the bar.

    Wood grilled beef filet - 10oz
    Julie L.

    One of my favorite spots in Austin! The food was great and the vibes are there. It does get super busy, and our reservation had to be made 3 months in advance as there was nothing available. The space can get crowded and loud, and you will have to wait a bit past your reservation time to get your table. We sat at the bar and it was okay. Service is friendly, but slow. This was my first time trying bone marrow and it was underwhelming, but it was cool to try. The steak was amazing and will def be trying the rest on the menu. The ravioli was good and the spaghetti with meatballs was good too! Overall, it's a great spot and totally recommend trying at least once. My main callout is to expect to do a lot of waiting for your food, especially if you're there during prime dinner hours. Our reservation was for 7pm and we left around 10pm.

    Wood roasted vine tomatoes and burrata
    Lori H.

    Fantastic first visit to this place that we've been excited to try. Reservations were a bit challenging so now we know to book far in advance, plan ahead! Paid parking is directly across the street, minimum for 2 hours was $27 and can always be extended however the restaurant allows 1 hr 45 minutes to dine. Valet is available. We chose to sit near the cooks which was very entertaining. It's amazing to watch how focused each chef was, attention to detail and composure! It made us want everything on the menu. Our waitstaff was Stephen who was cordial and helpful. Since this was our first, and definitely not our last, we started with the burrata appetizer which was a hardy portion with leftovers. Friends recommended the osso bucco so we got that and husband got the rigatoni with sausage. Both were delicious while the osso bucco was full of flavor and tender, the rigatoni was also a hit! Portions were very generous with lots of leftovers to enjoy a 2nd and 3rd time. We cannot wait to return so we can order an array of smaller portions so we have the opportunity of trying different menu items! We were extremely full for desserts so this will definitely be had with smaller plate selections. Thank you for an enjoyable evening, we will be back!

    The view of the kitchen
    Shonel G.

    We finally got a reservation to dine at Red Ash! Let me tell you this, it was eventful. We ordered the following items and I've listed my opinion of these items line by line. HOT AND CRISPY COUNTRY ITALIAN BREAD ( loved it) *SQUASH BLOSSOMS ( loved it) OCTOPUS A LA PLANCHA (loved it) WILD RED SNAPPER A LA PLANCHA "LIVORNESE. (Liked it) OSSO BUCO MILANESE (loved it) TAGLIOLINI WITH FRESH BLUE CRAB (loved it) CHARRED SWEET CORN RISOTTO "GRATINATA ( liked it) I started off with moscato it was delicious and honestly I'm pissed I didn't just order a whole bottle. Do not make the mistake I did.... Just get the bottle. The mood, food, service and decor of this place is a vibe. I enjoyed all the aspects. Now let's get down to why this experience was eventful. During the meal I saw something fly by. "Fly" as in a bird flew by. I thought I was seeing things. Nope, I did indeed see a pigeon fly by the table about 3 times. It did not land on my table but it did land on the railing near a table 3 table tops away. After a couple screams the bird landed in a ceiling area. Since we were dining on the 2nd floor we had a good view of it. We became fascinated concerning where the bird would go next. We took a few pictures of it; tried to get a video of it in flight. I think we missed out on that. We did notice the bird kept turning around. It did in fact poop on the table below where a couple was having drinks. They were promptly moved to another area in the restaurant. Our waiter kept tell us this sort of thing never happens. I don't know if that is true. It was our 1st time visiting.

    Nicole B.

    Was able to snag a reservation at Red Ash while visiting Austin for the holidays. The hostess was extremely pleasant. I say this whole heartedly because I feel that it's rare to come across friendly staff at the front at restaurants like Red Ash. We were asked which table we would prefer as well which is always so nice! Inside is beautiful and I absolutely loved the decor. The food was delicious. Drinks were pretty AND good, iykyk. My husband and I raved about this place our entire dinner. We will definitely come back the next time we're in town! 10/10 highly recommend

    Octopus
    Kelse S.

    I'd been hearing about Red Ash for months and I was so excited that I finally got to try it! We were in town and wanted to go to a nice dinner, and thus definitely hit the spot. We made a reservation far in advance and it was still a late night meal (no complaints, just hop on your Rez when you can). I split a bottle of red wine with my friend, and my boyfriend and his friend had some bourbon pours. They have a pretty good selection of cocktails which we love. We split the bone marrow and it was delicious. I've never had it before and I wasn't sure what to expect, but wow- spread it on some fresh bread and it's fantastic. We also split the octopus which was pretty good. It's not always my favorite but I did like the flavor it had. We also had a ceaser salad which was so fresh and delicious. For my entree I had the spaghetti and meatballs. The pasta was amazing and simple, exactly how I wanted it! Dessert was the tiramisu which was divine. Our server was amazing and our overall experience was fantastic. You must go here!

    Tagliolini with fresh blue crab - incredible
    Elle K.

    Had an excellent meal at Red Ash! The food, the drinks, the atmosphere, and the service were all on point. Even the portions were great for what you're paying. Left with lots of leftovers. To drink the green thumb was delicious! Tart, refreshing and sweet but not too sweet. For appetizers, I love the polenta served with the meatballs. Not a big meatball lover but these were good. The garlic bread is a must. The bruschetta with steak was also amazing and was also served I think on the garlic bread. For entrees, I highly, highly recommend the Tagliolini with fresh blue crab. It is buttery and creamy perfection but not too heavy. The rigatoni had great flavor, but the pasta was a little too al dente for me. Great spot for date night or to bring parents when they're in town! Definitely have to plan a reservation a while out but there was also a line at 5 pm when we got there and when they open so could try getting a table that way.

    Green thumb 9/10
    Anna F.

    Got lucky and was able to make reservations same day though it was at the bar. Place was crowded and lively. The bartenders were nice, friendly and gave great recommendations. We ordered the blue crab pasta and 10 oz beef fillet. Both were amazing! The beef was so tender and flavorful. The pasta was perfectly al dente with lots of chunky crab meat. I highly recommend Red Ash when in Austin and looking for a little more upscale dining. We also ordered the green thumb cocktail. They do not skimp on the alcohol. The red snapper crudo was a great starter too. It was fresh and light.

    Osso Buco
    Steven L.

    Last time I was here I came for a solo dinner, but soon after I was invited here with a few friends, so I got to try waaay more this time. Here's all that I got to try: Meatballs (4/5) - These were good, and I liked that we could easily request for one more so we could each have one. However, these didn't blow me away and I've had better meatballs at other Italian spots. Octopus (5/5) - We had a couple of octopus deniers but they were made believers after this dish. I rarely see octopus on skewers, but these were really great. Excellent grill flavor, with some greens and olives, perfectly cooked as well. Squash Blossoms (4.5/5) - These were great, light and crispy, a really nice contrast from some of the other heavier items we got. Asian Pear and Endive Salad (4.5/5) - Another really nice light side. I think this was a perfect order with my Osso Buco actually. Normally, I don't think I would've liked it, but it tasted really nice in contrast to the veal shank. Baby Carrots (3/5) - Nothing special about these carrots to me. Broccolini (4.5/5) - Hard to beat a well-grilled broccolini with a nice garlicky and citrusy flavor. Osso Buco Milanese (5/5) - Last time I got a pasta, this time I opted for a meat entree, and I was certainly not disappointed. The veal was extremely tender, but had a really balanced flavor with the wine braising and lemon gremolata. The risotto was cooked perfectly, but the whole dish read a bit too rich. Luckily, we had ordered the salad because it really worked well to contrast the richness.

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    Ask the Community - Red Ash

    Does red ash allow dogs to?

    No they do not.

    Does anyone know when they might reopen?

    S Y asy

    Do they take walk-ins or is it reservations only?

    I think you could possibly walk in, but they are usually booked 2+ weeks out. Best move is to get on the stand by list on open table in case someone cancels.

    Does Red Ash have valet parking?

    Sometimes, but there's a public garage around the corner that's usually no more than $10 too.

    Is there an email address to contact this restaurant at for large party reservations etc?

    Does Red Ash allow you to bring wine? If so, what is the corkage fee?

    Outside wine is not allowed.

    What is "entree only"?

    It's entree only

    Are kids allowed? What's the dress code?

    Never seen kids but that's true of many Atx restaurants. That doesn't mean they aren't allowed. I'm sure they are welcome. Dress is however you want. Smart casual, shorts (on a hot day) or jacket would all be fine.

    How closely are people seated? Is the space quite tight? I'm worried about proximity to others due to Covid.

    Booths are okay but bar is not

    Do they have Vegetarian pasta dishes?

    I believe so. I'm not a vegetarian, but the bishops hats don't have any meat and are one of my favorite dishes.

    How convenient is pick up? Is there parking in front of the restaurant to drop in and pick up our order or are we forced to park?

    There isn't parking in front of the restaurant, y'all would be forced to park unless they have "curb-side" pick up. They didn't then.… Read more

    Gluten free options?

    The lady next to us was gluten free and the bartender was very knowledgeable about suggestions for her.

    How much for parking and is it just cash or card as well?

    Public parking nearby, or valet service in front of the restaurant. Complementary Valet: Always tip… Read more

    Are you open for Thanks?

    Yes

    Are the meatballs made with pork?

    Yes, they have beef and pork.

    Is there gluten free pasta?

    Yes freshly made every day from chickpeas flour.

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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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    Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Nothing sets the tone for an enticing night, quite like The Big Eddie chilled shellfish tower.

    Eddie V's Prime Seafood

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    0.2 miDowntown
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    Last night was my second time in the past year going to Eddie V's for their fantastic happy hour…read morewith my friend! It's becoming our after work spot to grab a bite before going to a concert. I've still only gotten the Mini Filet Sandwiches which is center cut filet mignon on toasted brioche buns, Shaft's blue cheese, and onion Jam. I think I even got the same drink last time, the Spicy Margarita with El Jimador Tequila, Patrón Citrónge, fresh lime, jalapeño. It's so good! And the filet minon is $12 and the drink is $10. Even the free bread and butter is amazing sourdough with something added to the butter (maybe cinnamon, I'm not sure). We always just go casual and sit at the bar which is dark and moody but with friendly staff at the place that is typically a fancier dining experience. Go to their website and look at the whole menu for the Happy Hour which is 4p-6:30p every day of the week.

    They have a happy hour menu and drinks 4-6 High top and low…read moreseating around bar but need to check with hostess Bar first come first serve seemed to be a lot of regulars Bit noisy but bar atmosphere There is an open kitchen and quieter dinning room Reservations recommended Server very attentive

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    Our signature Hope Diamond Cocktail, featuring Grey Goose vodka, butterfly tea and a purple diamond ice cube

    Eddie V's Prime Seafood - Our signature Bananas Foster is flambéed tableside and served with butter pecan ice cream.

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