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    The Kimberly

    4.7 (77 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Mousseline Potatoes
    Suzanne C.

    An amazing restaurant with great service as soon as you walk in. Our table wasn't ready yet so they gave us a glass of champagne while we waited. Once we sat down, Zach greeted us and went over the menu and gave recommendations. During our meal the manager, Michelle, came by and she so was sweet and made sure our night was going well. The scallops were delicious but the star for me were the potatoes. I can't wait to come back and explore the rest of the menu.

    Wagyu
    Emily T.

    The Kimberly is PRISTINE Lots of restaurants in Austin have amazing food but the Kimberly is just above and beyond. The veal with cacio e pepe was the juiciest possibly softer veal I've ever had. My boyfriend got the wagyu. We shared the mouselline potatoes for the table. As for cocktails, the fire horse was tasted so bomb we had 3. Even if you want to drink something that wasn't on the menu, their bartender whipped us up a pineapple cocktail on the spot that was delicious. Everything was amazing from start to finish.

    Nida A.

    We came here post happy hour just for desserts because their dessert menu online looked absolutely amazing. They were all pretty decent, but none of them were incredibly mind blowing. We ordered the coconut vanilla cake, which was more like a pie with a meringue on top, the pineapple upside down cake was really really good and we also ordered the Lindt chocolate mousse cake, which absolutely did not disappoint. I probably wouldn't get the coconut vanilla cake again, but the other two were a hit.

    Crab Cake
    Tiffany J.

    We made an impromptu stop for appetizers and drinks. We were not dressed up and weren't sure if they would seat us, but we were greeted at the door with no issues. We opted to sit at the bar. Surprisingly, it wasn't too busy on a Friday night. The restaurant is upscale with beautiful decor. The bar staff was so nice and professional. I started with the Upper East Side which is a vodka based cocktail with cucumber that was right up my alley. It was so refreshing and wasn't overly tart. The mint complimented the flavor well. Since we were only there for appetizers, I didn't browse much of the menu. My date raved about the Tempura Lobster Tails. I don't really care for shellfish, but I will occasionally eat lobster so I decided to give it a try. We also ordered the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake. The Tempura Lobster Tails were phenomenal! I took one bite and was blown away at how tasty it was! The breading was flaky and seasoned and the lobster wasn't overly chewy. The microgreens that topped the lobster tails were so good. The Crab Cake was tasty, but I preferred the Tempura Lobster Tails. The sauce that accompanied the dish was good and I enjoyed the panko bread crumbs. The Kimberly is one of those restaurants that I immediately raved about to friends and family after visiting because we had a wonderful time!

    Bar
    Wendy B.

    The food is savory and elevated at this place, I had the wagyu with the potatoes and it was very rich and flavorful. For a drink I had the Dangerous woman and it was delicious, aesthetically pleasing and effective hehe. We had Andrew as a server and he was kind and attentive. The atmosphere here is very chic and elegant, dim indirect lighting and they have a wine cellar as well, plus a sitting bar area in the middle. I'd come back

    Beef Wellington
    Paige S.

    We were so excited to try the Kimberly because love all of John Carver's other restaurants and heard nothing but great things about this one too! We decided to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday here. We ordered the crab cake, beef Wellington, veal parm, caesar salad, and coconut cake for dessert. The crab cake was definitely the star of the show for me! It was probably one of the best crab cakes I've ever had. The beef Wellington wasn't a personal favorite because I believe it had truffle or mushroom on it and the flavor was too strong for me but I also don't like mushrooms. The veal parm was delicious and came with a side of cacio e Pepe which is one of my favorite dishes. Our server was very friendly and talkative which we always appreciate! I will say the restaurant is very expensive so be prepared to drop a pretty penny.

    Parker House Rolls
    Rebecca P.

    The Kimberly was amazing. The tuna tartare may be the best I've ever had. The pineapple upside down cake melts in your mouth. The Park House Rolls are a MUST. This is a cute date spot with very good mood lighting. They have a great cocktail list and even stuff their own Blue Cheese olives. (YUM). The service was amazing and I would suggest this spot to anyone.

    Match-A cocktail
    Michael D.

    Beautiful interior, amazingly attentive service and one of the most memorable meals I've ever had. We got there early for our reservation and they gave us complimentary champagne which was very sweet. We were sat right at our reservation start time. The cocktails were delicious. I had the matcha and pineapple flavored drink that was super well balanced and creamy with the addition of licor 43 horchata flavored. Very good! We got the beef tartare, French green beans, mousseline potatoes, the beef wellington, and the scallops. Everything we ate had huge flavors. The beef wellington is very rich and a big portion. The steak is super tender and the mushroom sauce is very tasty. The French green beans are the best green beans I've ever had, honestly I don't like even hate green beans but holy moly... incredible. The potatoes have shaved white truffle and little pieces of black forest ham in it. Smooth and creamy, strong truffle flavor and a nice touch of salt with the ham. They scallops have a nice bit of citrus that really had a lot of balance to the dish. All in all, everything was like the best version of the thing we've ever had. Even the bread for the beef tartare is insanely good. We finished with the coconut cake that is topped with strawberry and passion fruit sauces. It's a tart and creamy delight with little crunchy coconut pieces and a perfectly smooth whipped topping. Such a lovely way to end dinner. We will definitely be back. We just need to finish the J.Carter trilogy and go to the J.Carver oyster and steak house. Red Ash is also amazing if you haven't been!

    Emma B.

    Exceptional- the best word to describe our entire dining experience at The Kimberly. Somewhat at a loss for words for this review it was just THAT good. We will absolutely be returning. The cocktails were unique, the restaurant was packed but not noisy, and our waiter was above and beyond with service and knowledge on the menu.

    Beautiful Interior
    Wendi K.

    A classy establishment in downtown Austin. The prices are on par with fine dining. We sat down to a beautiful card with my partner's name on it in handwritten gold calligraphy. Then we started with a few drinks - I had the Don't Carrot All ($18) - it was unique but I didn't finish it. The aged cheddar parker house rolls ($12) and mousselline potatoes ($22) were incredibly decadent and rich. The rolls come baked with a layer of cheese, and each bite is buttery carb heaven. The mouselline potatoes come dripping in fatty bacon-like ham pieces and Greyere sauce. I was full after one roll and a few bites of the potatoes. BF enjoyed the 10 oz center cut sirloin ($62), commenting that it was perfectly cooked. I wish I got the name of our server because she was marvelous. She was wearing a gorgeous sparkly tiara too! The interior is extremely classy.

    Lucy V.

    Went back for a Galentine's night and tried out more dishes and let me tell you none of them disappointed. You really can't go wrong with anything here. The vibes, the food, the people.

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    Tamyra T.

    My boyfriend and I came here for our 5-year anniversary, and The Kimberly truly made it so special. They decorated our table so beautifully, and every server who passed by took a moment to wish us a happy anniversary--it meant a lot. One thing about The Kimberly... you will barely lift a finger besides to eat. Our water glasses were constantly being refilled, not just by our server but by anyone passing by. The service was just that attentive. Our server (I believe his name was Todd) was AMAZING--so kind and welcoming. He did such a great job walking us through the menu, pointing out his favorites and guest favorites. He even convinced me to try the fish--and I'm not usually a big fish person--but it was sooo good!! My boyfriend tried the beef Wellington for the first time, and let's just say... Gordon Ramsay would be proud. We shared the green beans and wagyu beef tallow fries, and they were literally heaven in food form. Our cocktails were just as good--I had a matcha drink, and my boyfriend got the Love & Lust. We both thoroughly enjoyed every sip just as much as our meals. Everything about the night was incredible. If I could shrink The Kimberly and keep it in my pocket, I would. We felt so spoiled--such a beautiful way to celebrate our anniversary.

    Beef Wellington
    Sammi K.

    We visited Austin for the first time and had heard great things about Kimberly, so we decided to give it a try. The hostess and our waiter were both warm and welcoming. We were seated right away at a cozy corner table by the window. Our waiter walked us through the drink and food menu in detail and even asked what brought us here, which made the experience feel more personal and engaging. We ordered the oysters, bone marrow, brussels sprout salad, and Beef Wellington. Everything was fresh, well-seasoned, and nicely-presented. Both my friend and I genuinely enjoyed each dish. They also surprised my friend with a complimentary sorbet for her birthday and a handwritten card, how thoughtful! Highly recommend!

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    The ambience very nice steak was good. The truffle potatoes were phenomenal. I would recommend this place to most of our friends.

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    Sat at the bar and had great service. Love the energy of this place. On the expensive side but worth it.

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    8 months ago

    Amazing! Service is great. Food is outstanding. One of the best places in Austin! Book in advance.

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    Fantastic food with a variety of options and great ambiance.... But make reservations well in advance!

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    Impeccable service. Unforgettable cuisine. This is what fine dining is all about. I'll remember this meal for a long time!

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    Great service, upscale food, and cocktails. Definitely returning for the steak and desserts.

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