5 Romantic Restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX for a Date
Updated 29 September 2026 · 8 restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five restaurants in and around East Austin that Google tags as romantic, for anyone planning a date night, a birthday dinner or an anniversary. Eight qualifying places were considered, and the order comes from Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry uses only listed details such as hours, address, category and attributes, plus what reviewers mention, so you can check which nights each place opens and whether reservations are expected.
#1
Fabrik Austin
★ 4.9 (271 Google reviews)Vegan restaurant$100+ per person
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Fabrik Austin is a vegan restaurant on Windsor Road serving dinner on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings. Google notes that reservations are required and describes the room as cozy, quiet and romantic. Reviewers mention a multi-course tasting menu with creative plating, a seasonal winter menu with wine pairings and a gluten-free version of the meal arranged when requested at booking.
Best for: Vegan tasting menu with pairings
- Address
- 3108 Windsor Rd, Austin, TX 78703, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5:30–10:30 pm; Mon 5:30–10:30 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 5:30–10:30 pm; Tue 5:30–10:30 pm; Wed Closed
#2
Intero Restaurant
★ 4.7 (1,309 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$40–80 per person
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Intero Restaurant is on East Cesar Chavez Street and opens every evening from 5 pm. One reviewer calls it an intimate farm-to-table Italian restaurant, a good fit for a midweek date. Others mention fresh pasta, a melon salad and following the server's recommendations. Google lists outdoor seating, a private dining room, organic dishes and great cocktails, dessert and wine, and it identifies as women-owned.
Best for: Fresh pasta on a date night
- Address
- 2612 E Cesar Chavez St Ste 105, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 5–10 pm; Mon 5–9 pm; Sat 5–10 pm; Sun 5–9 pm; Thu 5–9 pm; Tue 5–9 pm; Wed 5–9 pm
#3
Juniper
★ 4.5 (1,219 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$100+ per person
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Juniper is an Italian restaurant on East Cesar Chavez Street, open daily from 5 to 10 pm. Reviewers mention the Puffy Potato with pecorino fonduta, crudo, focaccia with whipped ricotta and a chef's counter with wine pairings. One describes a semi-private salon area used for a birthday, while another found service disappointing on their visit. Google lists a private dining room, small plates and outdoor seating.
Best for: Chef's counter celebration
- Address
- 2400 E Cesar Chavez St Unit 304, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- daily 5–10 pm
#4
Poeta
★ 4.5 (390 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–80 per person
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Poeta is an Italian restaurant inside the East Austin Hotel on East 6th Street, open from morning through dinner daily. Reviewers describe it as intimate and welcoming with a chic feel, and mention brunch starters such as biscuits and kolaches. One calls it a cute date place and notes free parking for two hours. Google lists rooftop seating, live music and great cocktails, dessert and wine.
Best for: Brunch date or rooftop drinks
- Address
- Located within East Austin Hotel, 1108 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–10 pm; Mon 9 am–9 pm; Sat 10 am–10 pm; Sun 10 am–9 pm; Thu 9 am–9 pm; Tue 9 am–9 pm; Wed 9 am–9 pm
#5
Justine's
★ 4.4 (1,934 Google reviews)French restaurant$50–100 per person
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Justine's is a French restaurant on East 5th Street that opens at 6 pm and stays open until midnight or later, closed on Tuesdays. Reviewers mention crab salad, octopus, duck confit, steak frites, creme brulee and chocolate mousse, plus a porch area with a speakeasy feel. Some found tables small and service uneven. Google lists late-night food, outdoor seating and great cocktails.
Best for: Late-night French date
- Address
- 4710 E 5th St., Austin, TX 78702, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 pm–1 am; Mon 6 pm–12 am; Sat 6 pm–1 am; Sun 6 pm–12 am; Thu 6 pm–12 am; Tue Closed; Wed 6 pm–12 am
How we made this list
We looked at 8 restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Romantic”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 29 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Book ahead at Fabrik Austin: Google lists reservations as required.
- For an early start, Poeta opens at 9 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Fabrik Austin ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.9 from 271 reviews. Intero Restaurant is second at 4.7 from 1,309 reviews.
Which restaurants in East Austin, Austin TX are open late?
Justine's stays open until 1 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Fabrik Austin $100+; Intero Restaurant $40–80; Juniper $100+; Poeta $20–80; Justine's $50–100.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Fabrik Austin, Intero Restaurant, Juniper, Poeta and Justine's.
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