50 Best American Restaurants near Sunset Valley

“July is the best bartender, she has a very kind soul , always doing her job as a dedicated bartender/ server should do . I’ll be coming back to support and eat 🩵“

“You can tell a great restaurant from a good restaurant from how the staff handles a mistake. And this place is A++!! There was a small mistake on my order, and the waiter noticed right away and did everything in his power to make it right. Then the manager came over, apologized, and comped dessert. The staff's kindness, accountability, and attention to detail was amazing and my boyfriend and I will definitely be back!!“

“People were nice and food good“

“Food was good, but pricey for 2 people trying to get a quick lunch. Customer service is everything and I will not be returning. Don’t worry mister(didn’t get his name) your to go containers won’t be messed with, especially if you were at the register tending to customers. Welcoming attitude would also help.“

“My wife and I couldn’t be happier with our meal and the service at Dai Due. Everything we had was beyond delicious and we had a kind and attentive server who was able to answer our questions and her recommendations were on point. I highly recommend this wonderful restaurant!“

“Some of the best food I’ve tasted. Those oysters are mind blowing! Great staff.“

“Nice chill spot to kick it“

“Very Delicious and Great Location“

“Love it here! Fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere.“

“We had such a special experience tonight at Acre 41 in Austin! By pure coincidence, we were seated at the exact same table we had during our last visit, and to our surprise, our server was Lexie again! She immediately recognized us, and of course we recognized her too.

Ten months ago when we first met Lexie, it was actually her first day serving at Acre 41. She was already fantastic then, but seeing her tonight it’s clear she’s absolutely thriving. Lexie brings so much joy, positive energy, and genuine hospitality to her work. She made our evening feel personal and memorable all over again.

Dinner was phenomenal. I was lucky enough to get the last slice of the incredibly popular Prime Rib, which was outstanding. We also had the Caesar salad and the elote, both just as delicious as we remembered. And of course, there was no way we were leaving without the bread pudding! It’s simply too good to skip and absolutely lives up to the hype.

Acre 41 continues to impress with incredible food, a beautiful atmosphere, and a team that clearly takes pride in creating a great guest experience. And Lexie is a huge part of that. We are so thankful we got to see her again and experience her amazing service.

If you’re dining here, you’re in great hands, especially if Lexie is your server!“

“The steak frites were absolutely perfect—tender, flavorful, and cooked just right, with crispy fries that complemented the dish beautifully. Danny, the bartender, made the experience even better with outstanding service. He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was spot on. Great food, great drinks, and top-tier hospitality. I’ll definitely be back!“

“We visited "STELLA SAN JAC" during our Austin trip... and we had a great time. We tried several of the best and most inspiring cocktails we've ever tasted. Manager Edwin put us at ease with the best comfortable service, and every cocktail he recommended we were very impressed with. I will definitely recommend my friends to visit this place, I want to go back and try the cocktail again on my next business trip.“

“From start to finish, this dining experience was absolutely perfect. Our waiter was easy to talk to and knowledgeable of the menu. The starters were probably my favorite, but everything we ordered was flavored to perfection. We will be back“

“Came here with my boyfriend for Valentine’s Day and we were blown away by the service. I’ve been here before with my family so I knew the food was incredible but our server John’s recommendations and commitment to us having a great dining experience was what made our night. I’ve worked in upscale dining for many years and I always strive to be like him for our guests! I know I already said I wasn’t surprised by the food being good- but my boyfriend ordered the redfish (one of the more expensive dishes at $38 dollars) and was completely blown away! I never justify ordering the pricier dishes on any menu so believe me when I say this was truly worth every cent. We also had the mussels and the braised beef shoulder and loved every bite!“

“If you're looking for a venue that goes above and beyond in terms of hospitality and service, look no further. The staff here are simply incredible - they are always on hand to help, and nothing is too much trouble for them. I recently had the pleasure of performing, and I have to say that I was blown away by the level of support that the staff provided. As a DJ, it can be stressful trying to set up and sound check your equipment, but the staff made the whole process a breeze. They were so helpful and accommodating, and they went out of their way to ensure that my performance went smoothly. But it's not just the music guests who receive exceptional treatment. The staff are attentive and friendly with everyone, making sure that each and every guest feels welcome and valued. All in all, I can't recommend them highly enough. If you're looking for a venue with an outstanding team of staff who will go above and beyond to make your experience unforgettable, then look no further.“

“We had a wonderful evening!! Beautiful ambience, food and service!!“

“Food, drinks, service! Can’t beat any of it at Jack Allen’s! Our favorite spot for the past 10 years!“

“Delicious brunch. Every dish we ordered was beyond my expectations!“

“10/10 delicious food, friendly staff!“

“Colt was an excellent server! He was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect throughout the meal. He checked in at the right times without being intrusive and had a great attitude that made the experience even more enjoyable. His recommendations were helpful and the service was smooth from start to finish. Thanks, Colt, for the great service!“

“The food is very well executed and presented, the staff are very attentive.“

“The staff were very attentive and the food was amazing. The cocktails were balanced and expertly presented. I would recommend the horchata sueno cocktail, the nogada beet salad and the al pastor. Everything tasted and looked great. We enjoyed listening to the live music talent, too.“

“An egganomical, tasty, Austin experience. Been eating here since the mid 80s.“

“Murray’s Tavern is just one of those places that I keep coming back to. The Guinness is poured right and the food is great too, solid every time.
What really sets it apart though is the staff. Jeremy, Noble, Oscar, and Ashley are four of my favorite bartenders/servers in town and they make the whole vibe. If you haven’t checked out Murray’s yet, do yourself a favor and go!“

“Tomato grilled peach with shishioto chevre and candied pecans. shitake dumpling with soft scrambled eggs. There wasn't a single bad bite and the wine pairings were spot on. Huge thanks to Barkley Swine for an unforgettable evening.“

“Food was amazing and great place too“

“Great local food truck smash burger!
I've now visited twice. I really enjoyed the seasoned thick cut square fries. The burger is great, with all the standards. No additional special flavoring. Just a larger smash style patty.
Second go around I learned their signature sauce is mustard based. Personally, I'm not a mustard fan so I skipped this option. I found it to have a bit of that sharp overpowering mustard flavor. I'd rather taste the meat and complimentary flavors. The veggies are decent and the bun is good. Pretty solid burger. My favorite for reference Is the Culver's style smash style butter burger. I like that little bit of near burned butter flavor in the meat this burger lacks. Still a great choice. Especially if you want to do a quick pitch and putt round at Butler. Just on the other side of Auditorium Shores off of Lamar. Note: Drinks are at the pro shop, might want to bring your own as choices are somewhat limited.“

“This is a great place to get great service and delicious food. Review by Gabriel Culiat“

“Great find. Frankly, we just needed a lunch place near the Hilton Garden Inn in d/t Austin for some out of town folks & it did the job.

While I wouldn’t get the tuna tartare again, the rest was great for regular American fare. For $22, I can probably make 3 servings. The waitress was amazing. Sorry I forgot her name & the ambience was solid.“

“Super cute spot for pastries or brunch! Highly recommend the Croque Madame and the chocolate chip cookies!“

“The food is delicious, and the atmosphere is really cool and inviting.“

“I've only had great experiences here! Many enticing menu options and the restaurant itself has wonderful ambiance, I love looking around at all the beautiful details around the restaurant as I am enjoying my meal. Have had great service the several times I have been.

Can't wait to go back!“

“Good was DELISH!! Music was CRAP! We’re Mexican sooo we wanted Peso Pluma #ThatDidntHapen But as cooky that THEY are Food, Drinks and place are INSANE! If ur a foodie COME it’s all about 🫵🏽“

“My wife took me here yesterday for mt birthday dinner. The atmosphere is Beautiful, sexy, romantic. Food was amazing. Great size portions. Easy shareable. We each ordered a plate from each section of the menu and did not have one complaint. We loved it so much we came back tonight before we left town. We will definitely be back.“

“My friends and I went tonight for the first time to celebrate a friends birthday. The atmosphere was exquisite, staff was impeccable, food was amazing and the Manager Elliot was so awesome!!! For the dining experience we had, they should be charging 2-3x more for their food and we would gladly pay it. It is a small restaurant so reservations are needed to make sure they have availability. I highly recommend The Carillon Restaurant, it’s truly a gem. We will be back very soon 😋“

“The salads are delicious and filling.“

“Food is not worth the price. drinks are small and weak and overpriced. 2/7 Saturday 1pm brunch they were cleaning something at the bar that smelled DISGUSTING like sewage. loud shop vac. for $60 i got 3 boring pancakes, a side of lazy home fries, ans 2 very weak drinks at $15 each!!!! NO ambience mid service (saw waitress maybe 2x she disappeared often. Wtf did i pay for?? food was NO BETTER than Dennys or IHOP I promise you!!! $22 for 3 paper thin pancakes is crazy. I don't get to do brunch often. I want my money back. this sucked and I HIGHLY don't recommend it. no atmosphere. why would yall do that work at 1pm on a Saturday??? TRULY smelled like sewage. never coming back seriously don't go. no wonder we walked in with no reservation. I think they have fake reviews too.“

“The BEST brunch in Austin. Do not miss the chicken fried steak and waffles!“

“First timers here and we love the atmosphere!“

“From the exceptional service to the unforgettable atmosphere and mouthwatering food Lonesome Dove is a must-visit! If you haven’t been yet, you’are seriously missing out!“

“Yes, everyone calm down.It's your famous reviewer, youtuber.But more than that , I just want to say that I cannot wait to stop by here at texas toast's breakfast and burgers when I come to Austin Texas visit. i never been more excited to stop at our location to do a review for because word of mouth is the breakfast is crazy good.“

“❤️❤️❤️ everything about Flower Child! Such a cute restaurant. Love the decor, the healthy food, the Southlake location is fabulous! I give it a 10/10!“

“Had a great time, amazing service (Katie deserves a raise) great food, great drinks. Will make a trip back for sure, next time I’m in town.“

“Oh Texas, Oh Texas. It’s been a solid start to sxsw many more shows to go 🤠“

“Excellent services!!! Too good“

“Burger I had for lunch yesterday was so yummy. Bacon was delicious, fries were done to perfection. Highly recommend.“

“Every one so friendly and welcoming and clean 🌺“

“Beautiful ambience and fresh delicious food!“

“This place is fantastic! We went for a date night and it was delicious with a nice ambience. Pretty, intricate, industrial-like chandeliers hang throughout with color coordinated tapestry. We had a very personable and knowledgeable server (Ani) who made great recommendations. The Steak Frites were just the right amount of steak for me (8 oz). My husband got the Prime Rib happy hour special--an excellent deal for a large au jus steak for just $19. We thought it was 8 oz but it seemed like a much larger cut. The cocktails were creative and well-made, very balanced. The happy hour deals are wild good. We will definitely be back!“

“Great diner, the pancake the size of your head was the perfect serving size. Their homemade sausage was good too.“