Imperia Restaurant

Austin's Top Ten Fine Dining Establishments

Austin is known for barbecue, Tex-Mex spices, and cowboy food in general. But the Austin area also offers gastronomic delights on an equal footing with the most exclusive restaurants in the country. contemporary flavors and world class leaders offering exceptional selections, all with a unique touch Austin. Here are ten of the best:

Trio at the Four Seasons Hotel

Trio executive chef Elmar Prambs is known in the culinary world for its flavor profiles in one of its kind and beautiful presentations. In the trio, he combines his talents with those of Mark Sayre, an award-winning sommelier, to produce taste tempting food and wine. House specialties include thick, juicy steaks and delicious fresh seafood, Sunday brunch includes eggs Benedict, omelet station, dessert bar and a large, which earned him the title of best brunch Austin.

Driskill Grill

Recipient of numerous awards and consistently ranked Austin the best dining establishment, the Driskill Grill offers a prix fixe menu includes innovative dishes like honey-glazed grilled Bandera quail with a stew of cannellini beans and herb-crusted Hodges Ranch of Lamb Scalloped potatoes. Chef Jonathan Gelman is widely recognized in the culinary world for its French and Mediterranean influenced American cuisine, and the Driskill Grill, he highlights the innovative combinations on each plate.

Travis Restaurant

Located off the beaten track in the Lakeway Resort and Spa, Travis restaurant offers lakeside dining and upscale elegance. Veteran leader David Reinbold brings his creative flair to the Austin area, using fresh local ingredients to showcase the flavors of the Southwest in bold for brunch, lunch and dinner.

Jeffrey's

An Austin landmark since 1975, serves new American cuisine Jeffrey, under the able leadership of Executive Chef Deegan McClung. McClung brings a New Orleans sensibility for its creative dishes and original, incorporating elements of French, Creole, and Asian influences to produce delicious results only.

Judges Hill Restaurant & Bar

Located in the center of the Goodall Wooten House, now converted into a luxury hotel, Judges Hill Bar & Restaurant combines an extensive wine bar with high-end kitchen. Helmed by chef Rob Snow, the restaurant offers an eclectic selection of international favorites influenced; schnitzel braised short side is particularly popular.

Imperia

Offering stylish and innovative Asian cuisine, Imperia offers exquisite dim sum and sushi for a discerning clientele. Using high quality local ingredients, Chief Executive George Thomas serves Thai, Japanese, Chinese and pan-Asian dishes with a unique touch Austin.

Paggi House

Noted for its fresh seafood and innovative flavor profiles, Paggi House offers a panoramic dining experience in sophisticated, high-end one. The Paggi House is a historical site dating back to Austin early in the city, and offers breathtaking views of Lady Bird Lake and the downtown region.

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille

A classic steakhouse in the heart of the city, Perry is a popular destination for managers and local entrepreneurs. Serving up steaks USDA Prime and chops, Perry also includes a selection of seafood complete the menu. Perry is now offering its unique cuisine for lunch and the expansion of its previous offers lunch Friday-only.

Zoot

This upscale bistro offers a quiet, luxurious, Zoot serves an eclectic menu featuring French flavors and techniques, with his tasting menu of a perennial favorite. The soloists are shrimp fried beans and Cheddar grilled prime sirloin.