Brava House Bed and Breakfast

Restaurants nearby

• Olamaie★ Michelin With its white clapboard and black shutters, Olamaie, named for the chef's grandmother, mother and daughter, is a charming spot north of downtown Austin. Consider a cocktail, as their list is interesting and includes a daily punch and fun drinks like the Spaghetti Western martini with Texas olive-oil-washed gin, vodka, cherry tomato-infused dry vermouth and basil eau de vie.Expect Southern cuisine that's been given a contemporary polish, and don't dare miss out on the buttermilk biscuit, served warm and accompanied by whipped honey butter sprinkled with sea salt. Roasted chicken tucked with sp1.1km
• Hestia★ Michelin Push past the glass door of this restaurant in the heart of downtown and you'll immediately get the drift—quite literally, as wood smoke perfumes the air. This hot spot is all about live fire cooking, as evidenced by the 20-foot hearth in the open kitchen. Contemporary cooking is on display in both the à la carte and chef's tasting menu, and Texas produce and proteins take center stage. From savory to sweet, nearly everything is kissed by the flames or scented with smoke. "Embered" cantaloupe with green tomato and shiso blossoms is an elegant opener; and hearth-dried and blistered tomatoes ove1.2km
• Franklin BarbecueBib This iconic barbecue oasis in the heart of Austin needs no introduction, even further evidenced by the lines snaking out the door. Inside is simple at best, with a corrugated metal ceiling and cement floors, but it's the board above the counter that has everyone's attention anyway. Pork ribs, sausage, turkey, and pulled pork, along with a handful of sandwiches and classic sides (think cole slaw salad and pinto beans) are what's on offer, but you won't ever go wrong with the brisket. Sliced to order, it's wrapped in butcher paper and weighed before being placed on the famous blue tray. Tender a2.3km
• Cuantos TacosBib Cuantos Tacos, from Chef/owner Luis “Beto” Robledo, is an East Austin food truck dedicated to Mexico City-style tacos. Guests order at the counter before settling into the shaded picnic area shared with neighboring vendors. The menu is concise, with a focus on a selection of meats served simply with onion and cilantro. Options may include well-balanced carnitas, flavorful longaniza and tender cachete, alongside quesadillas filled generously with melted cheese and meat. The tacos are built on thin, nixtamalized corn tortillas that are small, pliable and full of flavor, while the quesadillas are2.5km
• Odd DuckBib Odd Duck began as a food truck and has grown into a lively South Lamar fixture, offering a casual, come-as-you-are atmosphere with seating at a large counter and surrounding tables. The space is relaxed and eclectic, matching the spirit of the kitchen. The menu draws broadly from a range of culinary influences, combining Southern ingredients with global flavors in dishes designed for sharing. Offerings may shift frequently, but often include a mix of Texas seafood, meats and vegetables prepared with a focus on seasonality and bold combinations. With its energetic setting and consistently engag2.6km
• Emmer & RyeBib Some of Austin's most popular bars and restaurants are here on Rainey Street, and Emmer & Rye is no exception. This place is always packed and humming with a crowd, both outside on the breezy patio and indoors in the contemporary, inviting dining room. The new American menu is well-designed and tightly focused. From the in-house fermentation program and freshly ground heirloom grains figuring prominently on the menu to strong ties with many of Texas's small farms, there's a commitment to sustainability here. Yellowfin tuna crudo tucked with strawberries and cucumber is a refreshing opener befo2.7km
• Jeffrey's Ensconced in the quiet historical Clarksville neighborhood, this smartly appointed space offers a genteel retreat from worldly troubles. Your table might be shy on elbow room, but posh furnishings and gracious service are sure to put you at ease. The menu features skillfully composed plates of contemporary fare boasting enticing seasonal flavors, as in an appetizer of English pea tortellini with morels and sweetbreads, or a crisp-skinned Pekin duck breast "au poivre." Alternatively, you can choose from array of elevated steakhouse offerings paired with deliciously updated sides like a creamed 578m
• Craft Omakase★ Michelin Discreetly tucked away in Rosedale, Craft Omakase has a lounge up front with a dining room and counter in back. It is here where guests wisely place their faith in the hands of Chefs Charlie Wang and Nguyen Nguyen who dole out an impressive procession of nigiri and other bites. Their creative omakase doesn't shy away from embellishment, yet it's done with restraint and allows the fish to shine. An abundance of product hails from Japan, and the fish is skillfully handled. Preparations like an aguachile of pink shrimp with sweet potato or crudo of hamachi with a creamy grapefruit sauce with red 4.2km
• la Barbecue★ Michelin la Barbecue was founded by the late LeAnn Mueller and is now run by her wife, Ali Clem. The large, custom-built pit in the backyard anchors the operation, while the interior is a simple space brightened by bold colors and a country-leaning soundtrack. Lines can build during peak hours, as guests wait to order a range of smoked meats at the counter. Brisket remains a central offering, alongside house-made sausages and pork or beef ribs. Sides and accompaniments, including slaws and pickled items, add some spiciness and contrast to the richness of the meats.4.4km
• Comedor Located in Austin's Central Business District, Comedor is a stunner with a carefully curated sense of cool. Inside, traditional and contemporary furnishings are combined with industrial but refined materials (think leather, polished woods, concrete, and glass), and when the weather permits, the courtyard is the place to be. No matter the time, Chef/owner Philip Speer's spot is nearly always packed, and they're here for more than the scene. Dishes such as bone marrow tacos with smoked butter and pecan gremolata play well with the more traditional tuna aguachile. Campechano de hongos is even bet1.5km

Includes Michelin / Black Pearl / guide picks (reference quality, no prices); data from Overture, Michelin Guide and others.

Attractions nearby

• Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium Stadium at the University of Texas, United States2.2km
• Blanton Museum of Art art museum in Austin, Texas1.6km
• Lyndon Baines Johnson Library and Museum presidential library and museum for U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson in Austin, Texas2.6km
• Cathedral of Saint Mary church in Texas, United States1.6km
• Harry Ransom Center archive, library, and museum at the University of Texas at Austin1.5km
• The Contemporary Austin contemporary art museum with two locations in Austin, Texas1.4km
• Bullock Texas State History Museum museum in Austin, Texas1.5km
• Littlefield Fountain fountain and sculpture in Austin, Texas1.6km

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