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Barley Swine Austin Reviews
Gorgeous vibe.
Like. Love it. Rustic I think is the feeling I got. Service was great. Got served by a few different people but I sat at the bar. The kitchen was so gorgeous. Watching everyone work and wearing their cute outfits it almost looked as though they
Indulgent but relaxed
Without a doubt this was an absolute highlight of my trip to Austin. This is exactly what relaxed fine dining should be - exceptional flavours, great service which included wine knowledge unlike anything I have experienced at any restaurant. The refr
If I spent $75 for three for last night's dinner, I might
If I spent $75 for three for last night's dinner, I might not be thrilled, but for $450! This was one of the WORST restaurant meals I've had in years and literally THE WORST prix fixe meal I've had anywhere in the world. Creativity was
It was pretty unassuming from the road.
We were like, is this the right place? But they warmly greeted us at the door and our food adventure began. We got the chef's counter and I was very happy we decided to do that. Great view of all the cooking. The food is incredible. We left
This was a 40th anniversary Celebration/Bucket list item!
This was a 40th anniversary Celebration/Bucket list item! The chef and their amazingly attentive staff treated us to experience like no other that we have enjoyed. Thank you for helping me fulfill my wife's desire to relish one of the finest
This was our first time dining at the Barley Swine, and by
This was our first time dining at the Barley Swine, and by far will not be our last, either! We now understand why Barley Swine has earned the Michelin start they have. What an amazing meal! Not only was the food spectacular, but the service to mat
Online Reservation System: [x] Call 'em up [ ]
Online Reservation System: [x] Call 'em up [ ] OpenTable [o] Tock [ ] Resy [ ] Yelp [ ] What's a reservation? Walkins only Hours: [ ] 24/7 Convenience store [ ] Breakfast [ ] Brunch [ ] Lunch [o] Dinner [ ] 'til sold out [ ]
Not a great experience, Very mediocre.
The entire experience was not as expected. Did not want to complain at the restaurant because it was a special occasion.
6/14/2025 BarleySwine's crew was hitting on all eight
6/14/2025 BarleySwine's crew was hitting on all eight cylinders Saturday night as the hills were alive with the sounds of "wow" for course after course of their tasting menu. This might be their best iteration yet. Bravo guys. I am see
BarleySwine’s Crew knocks it home
6/14/2025 BarleySwine's crew was hitting on all eight cylinders Saturday night as the hills were alive with the sounds of "wow" for course after course of their tasting menu. This might be their best iteration yet. Bravo guys. I am see
Service was absolutely fantastic with the tasting menu.
One in our party had a vegetarian menu that they really loved. Highly recommend the tasting menu at this price point. Beautiful patio seating.
Went here last night for dinner and it was a great
Went here last night for dinner and it was a great experience. Comfortably spaced tables and not too loud so everyone could hear each other. The tasting menu was amazing. My favorite dishes were the trout and the ribeye. We added on the dumplings whi
Delectable Culinary Experience
I went with a friend and the tasting menu was such a fun and delicious experience. The young lady who waited on us was so nice. Serving so many delightful treats was done by a well choreographed group of wonderful staff. All of the tasting sensation
Perfect for an experience night
We went for a birthday celebration and were warmly greeted with champagne. The ambiance was inviting and relaxing, with the open kitchen adding dynamics. It happened to be Formula One weekend, so the restaurant was bustling with energy. The food was
Our 2nd Michelin Star Restaurant in Austin of the day
Did you know that Barley Swine was featured on an episode of No Reservations in 2012? No, well neither did I and I'm an Anthony Bourdain fan. When we had decided to go to Austin for a family wedding, I started researching places to eat. Barley S
The most for the buck...
Barley Swine Review 11/7/2024 I am certainly not an epicurially trained or even versed foodie and therefore report findings in ultra-simple terms – I know what I like and I don’t waste time, or money, on what I don’t, and I like this. Beginnin
Amazing establishment with an elegant tasting menu.
Absolutely to die for! My husband and I celebrated our anniversary. One of the best restaurants in Austin, hands down.
This was the best meal I had in Austin.
I loved the creative tasting menu and the friendly staff and the open kitchen concept. Enjoyed the rabbit cocktail. The menu changes so I'll just say I loved every course, especially the tuna, duck and ribeye! I also added on their shiitake dumplings
Pricey as hell but worth every penny.
I've only been three times but I have never been disappointed in the food. Quality ingredients, creative dishes, did I mention delicious???? Save up your quarters for a year and get your butt on into Barley Swine. The 30 minutes at the coinstar turni
We went here around the holidays at the end of year.
This concept is really exciting - letting someone define your entire dining experience was not something I was used to - but it was fun not to think about it. The service was stellar! Most of the entrees were tasty & exposed us to that "
It's been a minute but this place is still great.
The service is on point, the food is outstanding. and we ended up on the patio with the perfect Spring weather. It's not cheap but if you're looking for a memorable date night/soecial occasion (or you're just plain rich), it's a great option.
After years of friends raving about this place, my husband
After years of friends raving about this place, my husband and I finally got to visit Barley Swine to celebrate our belated valentine's day dinner! We must say that this was by far the best tasting menu in Austin! Each dish was seasoned perfectly, an
Fantastic service- Cohen and manager, Stephan were great.
Good drinks and a fairly good tasting menu- however about every other item on the 9 course tasting menu of which 2 courses were dessert features, fell flat. A few were too salty including the Muscovy duck and the "Wagu"- which was called W
I've been to Barley Swine about once a year for the last 7
I've been to Barley Swine about once a year for the last 7 years. Every visit has been a lovely experience. Service is exceptional and the food and wine pairings are typically tasty and interesting. The atmosphere is very cozy and it's a great spot f
This place is one of a kind with its ambiance and culinary
This place is one of a kind with its ambiance and culinary precision. I ate here 1/28/24 and had the 9 course prefix menu. The price was $115 per person. On top of that I added the shiitake mushroom dumplings for $14, drank 3 macchiatos for around $1
Probably the best food I have ever ate!! We did the tasting
Probably the best food I have ever ate!! We did the tasting menu!! We loved their yellowtail!!
Incredible service.
Staff was present and very helpful. My dietary restrictions often cause an issue but this establishment went above and beyond to provide incredible service nonetheless.
As good as it gets!
We wanted something special for our anniversary and weren't disappointed. This place has a tasting menu. We had 8 different small plates. Every one was incredible. A mixture of flavors, tastes and textures that complimented each other so well. I'm am
Outstanding!
There are many great places to eat in Austin but this place has to be one of the absolute best! The quality of the food, service and ambience is worthy of any top restaurant and I don’t think it would be a stretch to say that this is Michelin star
This bunch just cares...
From the moment we set foot in the door, you could just feel it – the love. It shows in the food, the presentation, their oral descriptions, how guests are received, handling custom requests, answering questions, getting you what you want, knocking
“How to push your favorite home cooked recipe to the list of mundane ineptitudes … make a reservation here.”
7/27/2023 Barley Swine Title: "How to push your favorite home cooked recipe to the list of mundane ineptitudes … make a reservation here." OK, I have not the facility to strictly dissect the culinary minutia of what I am tasting here this
What an outing !
5-12-2023 Barley Swine Oh Brother, what an outing ! 3 hours (we lingered, not them) disappeared in the snap of a finger, it seemed, with delicious bites, one after another gone way to quickly – you just want to freeze time and savor everything. Tan
Currently ranks as our family's number one favorite
Currently ranks as our family's number one favorite restaurant in Austin. Everything we've ever had here is delicious, the service is impeccable, and it's a comfortable experience if you sit inside or outside. Sometimes we bring our baby, and they're
I will start off with the negative things because there are
I will start off with the negative things because there are very little. Personally, I felt like the restaurant was WAY too dark. Hard to even really see your waiter, menu, and food. The service was very high quality, ensuring we were always taken ca
Excellent as always!The first thing I would like to mention
Excellent as always!The first thing I would like to mention is the questionnaire when making your reservation. I love being able to let them know about food allergies and intolerance up front. Location is small and comfortable. Staff is kind and atte
I came to Barley Swine on a solo trip to Austin where I
I came to Barley Swine on a solo trip to Austin where I wanted to treat myself to a fancy meal with a local twist. Every single things I ate was phenomenal--I don't think there was a single low point. My favorites included the snacks that started the
One of the best dining experiences anywhere! Amazing team,
One of the best dining experiences anywhere! Amazing team, love the open view of the kitchen, and the food is creative and delicious.
Went there with two friends.
We had the tasting menu without the wine pairing. We spent much time arguing about which dish was the best! The meats were cooked to perfection and the flavor combinations were on point. Nothing was disappointing. The food was so good that I think Ba
This was absolutely one of the best meals that we've ever
This was absolutely one of the best meals that we've ever had. We sat at the bar on a Saturday evening and had a great view of the kitchen. It's a beautiful restaurant! We went to support our dear friend who was doing his externship here and is an ex
Food: 7/10: We got the tasting menu and the food was good,
Food: 7/10: We got the tasting menu and the food was good, but you expect that at this price point. I really enjoyed the variety in textures in the earlier dishes in the service, like the tartare and the ceviche. Their trout was probably my favorite
Excellent!The food tasted amazing.
Atmosphere was fun, interesting, and eclectic. Flavors delighted the senses. Service was friendly.
One of the best meals I had in 2022! Service was incredible
One of the best meals I had in 2022! Service was incredible and each of the dishes was so unique. We got the foie gras supplement which was 10/10. Absolutely no critiques other than how full I felt at the end. If you're on the fence about coming here
Incredible food, impeccable service
We ate at Barley Swine last night with friends and it exceeded our expectations. The food was amazing and each bite had layers of flavour. I’d thoroughly recommend the wine pairing. Our every need was met by our server Devon and our glasses were ne
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