Emmer & Rye

Review №1

Rating: 5

Amazing!

Date: 5 days ago

Review №2

Rating: 5

One word, Gnocchetti. Do yourself a favor and order the Gnocchetti. I love going back to Emmer and Rye because I know that it will never disappoint. Service is amazing, food is so curated and well presented. 10/10 an Austin favorite.

Date: 6 days ago

Review №3

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №4

Rating: 5

Date: a week ago

Review №5

Rating: 5

first time here and it was delicious. tried at least 7 of the sharing plates and was not disappointed. will post pics of food but most noteworthy is the parking- use valet at $12 because parking at sky house garage is $30 for 2 hours yikes. construction going on so the atmosphere looking outside is not much but the restaurant is beautiful. staff was excellent. definitely get the bread w/ accoutrements and the carpaccio. Parking: do the valet because skyhouse lot options start at $30

Date: a week ago

Review №6

Rating: 5

One of the best in Austin.

Date: a week ago

Review №7

Rating: 3

For its price the food is fine. The oysters were terrible. The flavor of the mignonette was overwhelming and 99% of the flavor. The wagu beef was surprisingly chewy. We got cacio e pepe which was great. Niocettie was visually unattractive but good. Its a tossup if we would come here again. Probably try another restaurant instead.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №8

Rating: 4

Sourdough was really good, wonderful crust drove a chewy texture with rich flavor. The yogurt butter was my favorite to the other two butters. I asked for plain butter, which was really good. Berkshire pork was well prepared, topped with nice flaked salt added a great balance. They had a moderate wine list, the diversity in the wines by the glass allowed me to pair my courses appropriately

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №9

Rating: 4

I m a client for a long time and this time was very disappointing. The service was not good and the food quality was not the same.

Date: 2 weeks ago

Review №10

Rating: 5

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №11

Rating: 5

One of the best dining experiences I have ever had. Special thanks to the GM Valentina and our server Tessa. The reservation was made to celebrate my mothers birthday, they treated us so special. They even gave her flowers and a vase. The explanation of the menu was very precise and detailed. The service was amazing and the food was decadent. Each person that came to the table, personally wished my mother a happy birthday.

Date: 3 weeks ago

Review №12

Rating: 5

Very good experience. Delicious food and they treated us first class. We arrived at the place from the Fairmont Hotel walking down the street of the containers When it seems that everything is over, this divine restaurant appears that allowed us to share an incredible time with friends and a spectacular dinner. We ordered some appetizers, then some pasta and some cuts of meat . Everything in the center to share and be able to try different dishes. Everything was very rich. To drink we tried some beers and for dessert we had some Fernecitos (until it was finished )

Date: a month ago

Review №13

Rating: 5

One of the best meals Ive had since weve lived in Austin. Every course was excellent and the service couldnt be faulted. We cant wait to go back!

Date: a month ago

Review №14

Rating: 5

This place had great food for a late dinner with friends. The cucumber and cacio e pepe dishes were the highlights for me. We also loved the atmosphere.

Date: a month ago

Review №15

Rating: 5

Amazing Vegetarian Pastas! Made my birthday special

Date: a month ago

Review №16

Rating: 5

Incredible! Definitely in our top 5 Texas restaurants. Highly recommend the carpaccio, sourdough, Johnny cakes, cacio e pepe, and pappardelle; also the PB&J dessert! My husband loved the velvet moon cocktail.

Date: a month ago

Review №17

Rating: 5

The pastas are incredible. I could ve just eaten multiple plates of pasta. The carnitas main was good but just not really the flavor profile I prefer with pickled squash and a bbq sauce with a little heat. The dessert was very interesting and yummy with the chocolate potato chips and ice cream something mushroom and peanut butter flavor. We sat outside with our dog and the ambiance was lovely with the music and candles. Our server was very friendly and attentive.

Date: a month ago

Review №18

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №19

Rating: 3

Date: a month ago

Review №20

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №21

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №22

Rating: 2

Food was bad. We ordered 4 pastas. 2 of them were inedible because of the amount of salt they put. the other two were quite underwhelming in general. Main courses were plain just lacked flavor. Really unfortunate to pay $500 for such a low tier meal.

Date: a month ago

Review №23

Rating: 5

Absolutely perfect place from the moment we stepped in until we left. The food was amazing and service perfect. Thank you!!

Date: a month ago

Review №24

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №25

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №26

Rating: 5

Date: a month ago

Review №27

Rating: 5

Again a top favorite of mine in Austin. This menu blows me away. Hospitality is a 15/10. Everything is amazing

Date: 2 months ago

Review №28

Rating: 5

A meal Ill never forget. For my bachelor party we chose Emmer & Rye as our big dinner meal. There were 10 of us and they had exceptional service and treated us wonderfully. The food was phenomenal and I loved the entire experience. Highly recommend!! Dietary restrictions: I have a mushroom allergy and they gave me an awesome Johnny Cake in substitution

Date: 2 months ago

Review №29

Rating: 5

Innovative dishes that work well most of the time. Excellent cocktails but red wine by the glass is hit or miss. Shrimp bolognese, gnocchetti and house made bread and cultured butters are excellent. Cucumber salad is a little bland and the chocolate chip dessert is just okay. The blackberry sorbet with salted cream is amazing. Service is mostly excellent.

Date: 2 months ago

Review №30

Rating: 5

What a lovely evening! From the minute we walked in, it was service with a smile. True hospitality and we thoroughly enjoyed the outdoor patio seating. On a nice breezy evening, we savored our drinks and some exquisitely crafted food. We will definitely visit again. Thank you for an experience that we will remember forever!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №31

Rating: 5

Really good place, food and service, not cheap at all but worth it!

Date: 2 months ago

Review №32

Rating: 5

1,000/10 the food and cocktails were so good I could have cried, and the service was top notch. Will definitely make this a regular stop when I m in Austin

Date: 2 months ago

Review №33

Rating: 5

Date: 2 months ago

Review №34

Rating: 2

Date: 3 months ago

Review №35

Rating: 5

We had a great dinner! Small plates that are shared, the wait staff is very knowledgeable and helpful when putting together your courses for the evening. Highly recommend the Johnny Cakes, Grouper, Cacio e Pepe, and the Velvet Moon

Date: 3 months ago

Review №36

Rating: 5

Perfect small delicious meals.excellent service. Parking: Valet best option Food : 5/5 |

Date: 3 months ago

Review №37

Rating: 1

High end experience it was not. Only thing high was the bill. The food was average at best with it ranging from burnt bread to poorly flavored dishes I was disappointed. Servers were nice always on it but one meal shouldnt take 2hrs to make it out either. Overall not a repeat location.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №38

Rating: 5

Celebrated my 30th birthday here. Sarah was my server; she and the FOH/BOH did a spectacular job. Food was perfect and service was outstanding. Thank you for making the night special!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №39

Rating: 5

Simply delicious! Excellent ambiance and customer experience with a wine list to die for. Not to be missed!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №40

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №41

Rating: 5

We had an amazing meal tonight. Would highly recommend.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №42

Rating: 4

Date: 3 months ago

Review №43

Rating: 5

Exceptional dinning experience. Everything from service by Trey , meals and wine sommelier were amazing. Place is pricey but worth it.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №44

Rating: 5

Great farm to table food! The Cacio de Pepe is absolutely authentic. Great service!

Date: 3 months ago

Review №45

Rating: 3

Water Lily cocktail was great and so was the Berkshire pork. Johnny cakes and cabbage were good. Bread was alright, cacio e Pepe noodles were undercooked and was underwhelming. crudo was bad. Overall mid.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №46

Rating: 3

Atmosphere was great and intimate. Food is alright (very pricey and small portion). We told our server that it s my husband s birthday but he didn t do anything like offer a dessert with happy birthday like any other restaurants do. We dont mind paying for it but still didnt do anything and proceeded to just gave us our check. This dinner was very disappointing so i don t recommend going here if you re celebrating something special.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №47

Rating: 1

Date: 3 months ago

Review №48

Rating: 5

Date: 3 months ago

Review №49

Rating: 5

We visited Emmer & Rye to celebrate our anniversary. The experience was amazing! The menu changes daily and the food is great!! It is well worth the expense.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №50

Rating: 5

This will be a long review . The food was amazing. These people really know what theyre doing. They know their ingredients and are able to make truly remarkable dishes, making combinations that we hadn t tasted before. Everything was well balanced and it wouldn t matter which plates you picked it would still be a complete, coherent dinner. On a different note, we arrived at opening time, way ahead of rush hour. Our kids were very interested in how the kitchen works. The staff were very accommodating and even gave them a tour of the kitchen! They had no reason to, but they went out of their way to show them around it meant so much to them. We definitely recommend the restaurant and we will be visiting again soon.

Date: 3 months ago

Review №51

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №52

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №53

Rating: 4

Enjoyed our meal overall. Server was informative and kind. Both pasta dishes we ordered were extremely salty though. Also note of caution if they offer to bring you more bread and you accept it comes with an $8 charge. Based on how it was offered it implied gratis to me and my husband. O well.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №54

Rating: 2

Decided to try this place as a group of locals. The restaurant was hot and the service was not acceptable for the price of what is being served ie $15 bread and butter. We sat waiting for our waiter for over 15/20 mins. Finally some one else took our drink order and when we tried to order the bread was told we don t serve it like that and your waiter will explain which he didn t for at least another 10/15 minutes. They wanted us to order everything at once to be coursed out. None of the meal was coursed out appropriately. The ironic part was I haven t seen this much staff in restaurant in a long time, it is unclear what they were doing. The pastas were the best thing we had. And the bread when it finally came was not enough bread to even go with the butters they give you. If your down on rainy visiting this is a fine place to go But there are far more interesting and better places in Austin. We won t be back.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №55

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №56

Rating: 5

From appetizers to desserts, Emmer & Rye exceeded all our expectations!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №57

Rating: 5

Amazing business with wonderful customer service!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №58

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №59

Rating: 5

An exceptional dinner experience! We loved everything about this restaurant the creative and innovative menu, the attentive service, and the inviting atmosphere. The wine list was extensive and intriguing, and the waiter provided excellent recommendations along with detailed explanations of the menu. I highly recommend this place to all food and wine lovers!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №60

Rating: 5

Date: 4 months ago

Review №61

Rating: 4

Went to Austin for the weekend and had this place on my radar, the location was perfect as it was right on Rainey St. next to all the bars so was perfect for dinner and fun after. The food was delicious, we had the bread service, and Cacio e Pepe, both are must try! The wagyu was also good but too much of the sauce, and it was just ok. The dessert the waitress recommended with beets was unexpectedly good. We also really enjoyed the table side experiences with certain menu items. Overall restaurant vibe and food are a 5 star, I gave 4 stars because of the service, the food was coursed but took way too long between each course, the waitress did not check on us enough, had to flag her down for more drinks and we also ordered an appetizer that we never recieved but it was still on the bill. Otherwise, I do recommend trying this place out, and I would come again when I am back in town.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №62

Rating: 5

Great spot for incredible food and drinks. Get the Johnny Cakes.

Date: 4 months ago

Review №63

Rating: 1

Date: 4 months ago

Review №64

Rating: 5

Incredible! Service, food snd drinks!

Date: 4 months ago

Review №65

Rating: 5

An excellent dinner experience in Austin. The food was fantastic (my highlight probably being the red snapper crudo with umami broth) but the service is what really sets it apart. A relaxed, friendly approach but with a sophisticated attention to detail. Sundays offer 50% off every bottle of wine which is an incredible bargain for any restaurant.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №66

Rating: 5

Their menu is a masterpiece and we always like to see how they change it every few months since its a farm to table place, one highlight is the unforgettable pepe de cacio (we order 2 because its that good). But what truly sets Emer and Rye apart is their exceptional staff, who consistently deliver beyond great service.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №67

Rating: 5

Fantastic spot for quality vegetarian options in Austin. The service, wine, and vegetarian options were amazing. Vegetarian options: Great vegetarian options and the server walked us through everything we could eat.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №68

Rating: 5

Amazing

Date: 5 months ago

Review №69

Rating: 5

From Chicago and went there for our 41st anniversary. Such a lovely experience! The food was very imaginative and delicious. We had the charred cabbage as suggested. Also, really enjoyed the carnitas dish and the tamal. Thank you for great evening. We would highly recommend it.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №70

Rating: 5

Amazing!!! LoOOoOooOOve this yummy yummy place

Date: 5 months ago

Review №71

Rating: 5

We loved this place! The food and service were incredible. We ordered the crudo, bread, cacio e pepe, sweet potato tamal and pork. Everything was really good!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №72

Rating: 5

We ordered most of the menu, and it was all ranging from tasty to ridiculously tasty, especially the pappardelle, but thats not the important bit. Not even the cocktail program, which they execute perfectly. Its the desserts. Marrow Pastry, Buckwheat Mousse , and the Chocolate Chip. All savory sweet and so unexpected; I had to try all of them because they were just so interesting. Take the chance, you wont regret it. Honorable mention to the sourdough with butter flight. Team Roquefort for life.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №73

Rating: 5

Incredible fine dining experience with tons of vegetarian options. The food had both great flavour but also really creative attention to texture. The staff were friendly and gave great wine pairing recommendations. By far our best dining experience in Austin.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №74

Rating: 4

The food was good, the atmosphere was cool, we really liked the chocolate chip desert. Our server was more attentive to other tables and kinda forgot my birthday (after hyping a surprise) so that is where they lost a star.

Date: 5 months ago

Review №75

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №76

Rating: 5

We went to Emmer & Rye to celebrate closing my biggest contract ever. They did not disappoint! The food was beautifully plated and delicious. Friendly, attentive, knowledgeable service. They even wrapped up our leftovers really well. My favorite restaurant for special occasions!

Date: 5 months ago

Review №77

Rating: 5

Date: 5 months ago

Review №78

Rating: 5

Oh. Em. Gee. I d give this place 6 stars if I could I already can t wait to go back. Staff was incredibly hospitable and knowledgeable about all food/drinks, ambiance was very posh, and presentation as well as taste of every dish was incredible. We walked here from the hotel nearby we were staying at, but there is street parking available (no lot). Cocktails not pictured, but very creative drink menu with ample selections. I d highly recommend the Moon Dance! That was the best Wagyu Tartare I ve ever had in my life.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №79

Rating: 5

Great food well prepared. Knowledgeable staff as well as courteous staff members. We made a request to lower the volume to the music and was immediately taken care of. My Western Bourbon before dinner was right on the mark.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №80

Rating: 5

Absolutely great experience. The staff is stellar. Great cocktail program. The food is legit.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №81

Rating: 5

Service was amazing. Everyone was very attentive. Food exceeded my expectations for a place with 4.4 stars. Would return next time we re in Austin!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №82

Rating: 1

Excellent service and awful food. Way too salty for tartar and some weird sauce for other protein. I would never step foot in this place for a meal I pay for. Decent vibe. My companion liked the sourdough bread

Date: 6 months ago

Review №83

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №84

Rating: 5

This place is so good!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №85

Rating: 5

Service is great and food was excellent. Little loud and I dont like that your hands touch the sink when you wash them, but I really enjoyed my experience here!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №86

Rating: 5

Absolutely loved our experience at Emmer & Rye! We ordered espresso martinis to start which were unreal. For food we ordered the Red Snapper Crudo, Sourdough Bread with butters, Cacio e Pepe and Chicken. Everything was phenomenal except we weren t as impressed with the chicken. Super small portion with lots of tendons and bone to eat around. Sauce on it however was delicious. Overall definitely recommend and will be returning! 10/10 recommend.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №87

Rating: 2

Food was mediocre. Very Salty.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №88

Rating: 1

Came in with a lot of expectations. The food was beyond subpar. Shockingly expensive for the quality of food they serve. 1. Cabbage small plate - charred 2. Cacio e pepe - was too salty I could not eat more than 3 spoons 3. Lamb - was edible but very bland. The staff were sweet. But the food was absolutely terrible. The ambience was noise

Date: 6 months ago

Review №89

Rating: 5

Food is incredible! Also great service and atmosphere!

Date: 6 months ago

Review №90

Rating: 5

Date: 6 months ago

Review №91

Rating: 5

The food was AMAZING. Excellent service. We ll be back for sure.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №92

Rating: 4

Date: 6 months ago

Review №93

Rating: 5

Always so good! I try to go every time I m in Austin.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №94

Rating: 1

The hostess (shoulder length brown bar and dark features working on 3/5/24) was EXTREMELY rude. There were an abundance of open tables and she flippantly dismissed our group saying there was no space. She then proceeded to seat white customers without offering us a resolve. Very disappointing. If you re here for SXSW and looking for a welcoming and inclusive place to dine, avoid this place at all costs. I ve been to restaurants all over the country and over seas and have never been treated this poorly. 0/10. Do not recommend.

Date: 6 months ago

Review №95

Rating: 5

Loved the jonny cakes and fresh butter with sourdough! Great service where they explain each dish and its ingredients! Recommend a reservation.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №96

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №97

Rating: 5

Fantastic food and service. Great V-Day experience

Date: 7 months ago

Review №98

Rating: 1

Terrible.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №99

Rating: 5

Emmer & Rye goes down as one of the best places I ve been to for food + service! The food was very impressive and delicious. The service team took amazing care of us and were all so knowledgeable about the dishes and wine. Wish I lived in town so I could visit more!

Date: 7 months ago

Review №100

Rating: 1

Date: 7 months ago

Review №101

Rating: 5

Date: 7 months ago

Review №102

Rating: 5

The food here is amazing. There was not one thing we ate that wasnt delicious. Would definitely go again.

Date: 7 months ago

Review №103

Rating: 5

Outstanding food. Best restaurant in Austin! Their food is entirely prepared onsite, home made, guaranteeing quality and freshness. The menu changes frequently depending on whats available at their farm and also the season. Each meal comes in small tapas-size so I recommend to order plenty of them and share family style. Their desserts are so unique! I highly recommend this restaurant

Date: 8 months ago

Review №104

Rating: 4

Sat at the bar. Service was great, food excellent and definitely a spot I ll be frequenting going forward. I believe the menu changes often but the lamb rotolo is hands down the best dish I ve had in Austin. Never have I ever wished I was single as much as I did last night when I had to give up the last bite to my girl. The place has indoor and outdoor seating and I believe I saw valet parking when I was walking out. Definitely a spot you should check out whether you live here or are just visiting.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №105

Rating: 5

Date: 8 months ago

Review №106

Rating: 5

I returned to Emmer and Rye for an exceptional evening at the chef s table overlooking the kitchen! The food was once again incredible and the staff work so well together as a team. I m so impressed with Emmer and Rye. Special shoutout to chefs Jen and Alexa preparing great dishes in front of us the whole night and to Aaron and Tyler for the fantastic service. My favorites this time were the Cacio E Pepe and Johnny Cakes. You can t go wrong with anything on the menu! Emmer and Rye on Rainey is a great restaurant and I m so glad we chose this for a bachelor party. We went with the tasting menu which was definitely the way to go! The servers are all extremely attentive and we throughly enjoyed the evening. The two favorites among all the different plates were the duck confit pasta as well as the persimmon sorbet. I ve been wanting to go for quite some time. Next time, I want to sit at the bar top that looks into the kitchen. I want to try the Cacio E Pepe. Thanks to the crew at Emmer and Rye!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №107

Rating: 5

This meal blew us away! Before I get into the food be sure you have a rez even bar seats are reserved. Despite that, the hostess accommodated the 2 of us. Crudo was refreshing and a great way to start. Sautéed broccoli perfectly cooked and flavorful. YOU MUST EAT THE CACIO E PEPE. MUST!! The best pasta I ve ever eaten. The texture, the creaminess, just the right amount of pepper. Just wish I could have had 5 bowls. Chef s kiss!! Then the Berkshire pork. This night it was in a buttermilk sauce with greens and pickled cauliflower. Never would I have thought to put those together but they were meant to be! And the servers were amazing. Explained in detail each dish as it hit the table. Add this to your list of MUST TRY when in Austin!

Date: 8 months ago

Review №108

Rating: 5

incredible meal! Even that bread is 10/10

Date: 8 months ago

Review №109

Rating: 5

One of the best restaurants in Austin, with probably the best service in the city. Just a fantastic and stunning experience. Not snooty or over the top. Just great intentional food put together by wonderful people.

Date: 8 months ago

Review №110

Rating: 1

Our group did the NYE pre fixe menu. I know that NYE is always going to be busy and maybe not standard service, but it was so bad. The server was overtly rude. She said no when I asked for more olives in my drink. We rarely saw her, when we did and tried to wave her down it seemed like she noticed us and then intentionally looked away. We ordered champagne for midnight. Then, complementary champagne that we didn t know about, came 30 seconds after the glass we paid for did. No heads up from the waitress which made it feel like she was padding the bill. She was rude all night, until the check came when she was extremely peppy (it was over $300 pp).

Date: 9 months ago

Review №111

Rating: 5

Incredible!!!! Best dining experience ever. New year menu was amazing.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №112

Rating: 3

Date: 9 months ago

Review №113

Rating: 5

Food was unique, and unlike any dish Ive ever had in my life .

Date: 9 months ago

Review №114

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №115

Rating: 5

Menu changes daily. Everything is purchased locally - specifically within a 200 mile radius. Tasting menu is clearly a concerted effort between many talented chefs. Staff is over the top in effort, knowledge, and excitement. Still my favorite Austin restaurant in every measure. Try everything. If youre looking for somewhere that will introduce new flavors and challenges to your palette, welcome home.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №116

Rating: 5

Absolutely delicious food - needed to be rolled out we were so stuffed! Great, well knowledgeable staff. Incredibly positive experience and definitely will be back next time in town! 15/10 would recommend! Dietary restrictions: Staff immediately asked if we had dietary restrictions and brought out alternatives to meet them.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №117

Rating: 5

Date: 9 months ago

Review №118

Rating: 5

I can not say enough good things about the food. Our party of 6 loved every dish. None of us were crazy about the cocktail list though, just not our jam. The food is easily enough to have us returning

Date: 9 months ago

Review №119

Rating: 5

Top notch experience, highly recommended. The beef tartare and the steak were astounding

Date: 9 months ago

Review №120

Rating: 4

We went here for my wifes birthday. Overall, the restaurant experience was great. The atmosphere/vibe was on point. The open kitchen allowed you to see the quality and care that was put into each plate. And the service was some of the best youll ever have. I will say, for some reason I just wasnt the biggest fan of the main dishes I ordered (the pork chop, and chicken). I completed each dish, I just felt like Ive had better for cheaper. I guess it didnt live up to my expectations. I didnt try the wagyu and maybe thats where I went wrong. I would love to go back again and give the wagyu a try. Strangely.. I felt like the zucchini, the snapper, the noodles, and the sour dough bread were the best parts of my meal! The sour dough bread especially!! I want to go back and try the wagyu...Ill update my review afterwards.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №121

Rating: 5

Great tasting menu. Service was impeccable.

Date: 9 months ago

Review №122

Rating: 5

Elevated Masterful Meticulous Euphoric Relaxed & Romantic Yummy Electic.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №123

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №124

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №125

Rating: 5

Small shareable plates that cant go wrong. Definitely order the cacio e pepe pasta. Tasty dishes and great service. Also a decent wine selection!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №126

Rating: 5

One of my favorites restaurants in Austin.... amazing food and delightful service... Please bring the roti back soon

Date: 10 months ago

Review №127

Rating: 2

We had reservations and were seated on time. After we ordered our food it was 1hour 15min until the 1st plate came out- and they forget one of the items all together. The food was good- but not good enough to wait that long to begin eating

Date: 10 months ago

Review №128

Rating: 1

1/5 Dietary restrictions: Told me I m fat Food : 1/5 |

Date: 10 months ago

Review №129

Rating: 5

Ive never had a bad meal here and while its on the pricier side, I really feel like the value is high. I always leave feeling surprised it didnt cost more. The food is always flavorful and different and the wine list is lovely. The only downside is it does get a little loud in the dining room. Otherwise for me its a safe bet for good food and a nice experience.

Date: 10 months ago

Review №130

Rating: 5

Date: 10 months ago

Review №131

Rating: 5

We opted for the Texas beef wagyu showcase, which is only a few days old to the menu. It consists of a 10 course meal and the table must participate. In addition we ordered the raw oysters and crudo which were a nice addition. The meal coursing with the 2 added items was the perfect amount of food and everyone left satisfied. My favorites were the oysters on the rice crisps, the crudo and the tortellini in the beef broth, yes please - the broth alone was bathable. The service was fantastic and so were the cocktails. $12 valet available. I d definitely go back and try other items. Parking: $12 valet

Date: 10 months ago

Review №132

Rating: 5

Service and food was top notch for my 40th bday at the chef counter!

Date: 10 months ago

Review №133

Rating: 5

Thank you for the amazing service and hospitality last night, Sarah and Alex!!! =)

Date: 11 months ago

Review №134

Rating: 5

Great find on Rainey street

Date: 11 months ago

Review №135

Rating: 5

Absolutely incredible. I can t recommend the tasting menu enough. Wine parings are impeccable. All staff was super friendly and had a smile on their face. We will be back!

Date: 11 months ago

Review №136

Rating: 3

Used to be our absolute #1 spot in Austin for years - went last night the service was terrible (no offer to order a drink, then drink came 45 mins after ordering, never saw the waiter again after that) and we actually cancelled the last two dishes because it took so long and our waiter never came by to ask us how we were doing and if we needed more drinks. The cacio is the best around but the new pasta dish was tried was lacking flavor and tasted like kasha (if you know what that is it s not good). Sad to say we re done with this place. Oh also I m 8 months pregnant and there s zero place to sit while waiting for a table bc they reserve bar seating :-/

Date: 11 months ago

Review №137

Rating: 3

Went here on a recommendation from a trusted friend and because of all the great reviews. I dont know if it was just an off night, but the food was meh at best especially for the price. We had five dishes and none of them impressed. The service was great but the atmosphere was crowded and loud. Will not be going back.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №138

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №139

Rating: 5

Great food and drinks.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №140

Rating: 5

SO GOOD. Incredible food, AMAZING service. We will absolutely be back!! Dietary restrictions: Waitress was so kind and asked if we had any allergies, and didn t flinch or act annoyed when I asked for cheese on the side. Food : 5/5 |

Date: 11 months ago

Review №141

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №142

Rating: 4

Nice staff and service. Ambience was lovely. Small food menu and huge drink menu. Beautiful presentation. Very flavorful food, but basically high prices appetizers. We were told each was table sized servings, but barely enough for 1. Do not go hungry. $150 later, we had to go get pizza.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №143

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №144

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №145

Rating: 5

Date: 11 months ago

Review №146

Rating: 3

I had really high hopes for this place but it was just ok. I really liked the cacio e pepe and the chocolate chip dessert, but the rest didn t wow me. I didn t really like my cocktail much either. It was also quite pricey. I d probably try some other places before going back here again.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №147

Rating: 5

I cant find any fault here, service and food are top-notch.

Date: 11 months ago

Review №148

Rating: 4

Gah. Once upon a time I ADORED Emmer & Rye. Circa 2017. Yet it is with a broken & contrite heart that I write these following words. Austin, a city that I love dearly, does not need more New American restaurants. And yes, while I understand that this was one of the OGs, it just hasn t maintained its uniqueness. The pricing is fair given the courses (despite the >$10 for a bread basket) but the tastes are nothing that I would write home to my mother dearest about. Dare I say, everything sounds better than it turns out to be. There are better places in Austin for overpriced pasta & drinks on a date night. 7.8/10.

Date: a year ago

Review №149

Rating: 2

Emmer & Rye was a masterclass in culinary pretentiousness with a side of atrocious service. The menu seemed promising but delivered little more than disappointment. The tartare, bizarrely sliced instead of the traditional chop, was a chewy mess drowned in an overpowering aioli. Interesting additions of corn and puffed rice hinted at creativity but were lost in the haphazard assembly. The Johnny cakes were a lone standout in a sea of failures, though the accompanying eggplant succotash was a forgettable mush, screaming for a splash of acid to bring it to life. The overcooked sourdough arrived with a crust that resembled charcoal more than bread, though the tallow butter provided a brief moment of redemption. The cacio e pepe had the potential to shine with perfectly cooked pasta and quality cheese, but a reckless hand with the pepper annihilated the dish s balance. And then came the beef belly a salty, overcooked abomination with a flavor profile that could only be described as bizarre. The first bite was an assault to our taste buds, prompting an immediate return to the kitchen. Service was a dismal affair. After the initial drink order, our server vanished into oblivion. A near twenty-minute ordeal for a simple drink refill highlighted the neglect, and the night concluded with an abrasive interrogation from the service manager regarding our disdain for the beef belly. The feeble attempt to placate us by waiving the charges for the beef belly and the drinks did little to erase the stain of disappointment that Emmer & Rye left. It was a disastrous dining experience, one that I d vehemently caution against.

Date: a year ago

Review №150

Rating: 5

Wagyu Beef Tartare is the best!

Date: a year ago

Review №151

Rating: 4

Food was good, but I dont think it is that good to be so fancy (expensive and small portion). Also some tables on the restaurant were at a really dark light area. Food

Date: a year ago

Review №152

Rating: 2

Service was abismal. Food is fresh and well prepared, but really simple.

Date: a year ago

Review №153

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №154

Rating: 5

We tried our luck and happily got seats at the bar to dine. Service was warm, friendly and helpful. Wine recommendations were all spot on. The food was next level. One of the best meals had in two weeks of dining out every day! Seasonal, fresh and creative, every dish was surprising, thoughtful and above all else, super tasty. Getting hungry just thinking about it

Date: a year ago

Review №155

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №156

Rating: 4

I enjoyed the service the most here. You feel really taken care of. I like that they explain each dish in deep detail when they bring it out to you Ranking what we tried from most to least favorite: 1. Crudo 5/5 2. Tartare 5/5 - i like that there is some crunchy texture in it 3. Cacio e pepe 4.5/5 - i know everyone raves about this dish, and its cooked to a perfect al dente, but i just thought the crudo and taretare were more unique. However, this was my date s favorite dish 4. Cucumber dish 3.5/5 - the sauce was the best thing on it 4. A fish dish 3.5/5 - not worth the money very bland and basic If i ever came back here, id prob try their tasting menu instead to see if thats better

Date: a year ago

Review №157

Rating: 4

The food was phenomenal... the only reason Im removing a star is because the service was friendly but very sporadic. We had to wait 45 minutes for our first dish, and around 30 minutes for the sommelier to visit after asking for him. Then another 45 minutes after our first dish arrived, our second dish showed up but was not the dish we ordered. We ate it anyway (it was yummy), mainly because by that point we were starving! The manager was very kind and apologetic, and even offered to provide dessert for free which was very nice; but the mistakes did take away from this beautiful restaurant and fantastic food. Otherwise it was an excellent meal, and Im confident our feedback was well received to mitigate any future mistakes.

Date: a year ago

Review №158

Rating: 2

Really, really wanted to love it. Ordered 6 dishes and the seasoning on 4 of 6 were extremely heavy-handed on the salt or herbs. Cacio was great. Everything else we ordered was underwhelming or overwhelming. As for service - I don t know if it was an off-night, but the pace of food was extremely slow. The entire meal took over 2 hours and by the time the last dish was served, we canceled plans to extend our night out. We went from being really hungry to waiting for so long between dishes that fullness caught up 3 plates in. Overall, an expensive, overhyped roller-coaster ride. Disappointing since we ve heard great things!

Date: a year ago

Review №159

Rating: 5

Seasonal Maize meal selection was great! The Chef s Table is the best seat in the house. Max and I had a great conversation about the foods he was preparing right in front of us.

Date: a year ago

Review №160

Rating: 1

I thought the overall experience here was underwhelming. While the service was great, the quality and portions of the plates were disappointing. We were asked to order all plates upfront so they can course it out, but even the entrees were tiny portions. There was no way to know ahead of time. We left hungry and got food after. The quality of the food didn t justify the prices and didn t compare to other Austin restaurants with similar prices/concepts.

Date: a year ago

Review №161

Rating: 2

Date: a year ago

Review №162

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №163

Rating: 5

Funky adventurous eclectic American food-- uniformly delicious, but will push your palates envelope. Service wasnt bad, but could be a bit better. Prices fairly reflect excellent food.

Date: a year ago

Review №164

Rating: 5

My husband and I love Emmer & Rye, the Panna Cotta is so delicious

Date: a year ago

Review №165

Rating: 5

i can t say enough great things about the staff, and farm-to-table curated dinner tasting! everything was thoughtfully paired, plated beautifully, and a mesh of wonderful textures and flavors that make it a delightful dining experience. cody, the sommelier, was amazing & i loved the dryer wine at the start and the dessert wine at the end of the meal. ej/eliza jane had phenomenal cocktail recommendations, and multiple servers came together to make sure we had exemplary service. 10/10 would dine here again next time i m in austin! :)

Date: a year ago

Review №166

Rating: 5

No words can describe my experience! Went to Austin specifically to visit this place and it was not disappointing. A full dining experience and very personalized. Their Cacio e Pepe is definitely the star.

Date: a year ago

Review №167

Rating: 5

One of the best meals in town!! We did the tasting menu and was so impressed with the Flavius, creativity and food delivery / introduction by each member of staff. Would love to go back!!

Date: a year ago

Review №168

Rating: 4

The food here was great, but not what I was expecting. I saw it on OpenTable and the entrees seemed very reasonably priced, until I got there and was surprised. As they tell you when ordering, everything is meant to be shared but they re small plates. The small plates part is no exaggeration, they re very small. I got an espresso martini which was priced normal for Austin ($17). We ordered the Cacio e Pepe, the crudo, and Chicken (what it was named on the menu). The Cacio e Pepe was probably the best I ve ever had, but the portion was so small sharing it with my gf we both got two swirls of the fork and it was gone, which for $20 is wild. The Crudo which is red snapper my gf liked, I tried it but don t like raw fish so yeah. The chicken was chicken and potatoes with a sauces and peanuts, this was also very good but I believe was like $36. We opted to get a dessert called the Chocolate chip, which was surprisingly really good. Some kind of chip on top of ice cream, tasted like a chocolate chip cookie. All together we had 3 cocktails, a dessert and 3 small plates, our total was about $180 after tip. I will say the food was great but customers should be aware online that these are very small plates. I left and wanted to pick up food from somewhere because I was still hungry. Compared to some of the nicest restaurants in the city I would say this is place is overpriced for the amount of food you get. Also something weird I encountered is it was really hard to hear, not because the restaurant was excessively loud, but something about how it d build made it feel like I just got off an airplane. And the bathrooms are insanely hot, they feel like they were built in a closet area, with no air conditioning

Date: a year ago

Review №169

Rating: 3

Date: a year ago

Review №170

Rating: 5

Joined the resident happy hour. The fried mushroom and eggplant are really good. Also a good vibe as a bar.

Date: a year ago

Review №171

Rating: 5

*spoiler alert* Tried the 9-course corn themed summer set. Photos are included to give you a sense about what s included. The courses were fun and whimsical! There were some bold flavor combos that are sure to surprise and (probably) delight you. I took my partner here as a special date because she loves corn. Who can relate? My one critique is the service setup. Like a lot of Austin restaurants these days, you don t really have a dedicated server. The whole staff is checking in on you and it feels a bit less personal. I enjoy having a dedicated server, esp in a fine dining atmosphere. See

Date: a year ago

Review №172

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №173

Rating: 4

Date: a year ago

Review №174

Rating: 5

Fantastic little bites with great drinks. Bartenders able to provide great detail on all food and drinks leading to a learning experience.

Date: a year ago

Review №175

Rating: 2

Date: a year ago

Review №176

Rating: 5

A bit pricey but one of the best meals Ive ever had. Until youve had chocolate covered potato chips on ice cream, you havent lived.

Date: a year ago

Review №177

Rating: 2

Pushy salesy servers takes away from lovely place. I forgave them once and gave it another try. I guess its part of their training. Good luck.

Date: a year ago

Review №178

Rating: 5

Tried lots of things I wouldnt have normally eaten. Great place. The bread and honey is to die for!!!

Date: a year ago

Review №179

Rating: 2

Didnt like the pushy sales tactics the servers use. Anything to jack up the bill. We ordered several drinks and dishes. One drink never showed up, we asked to cancel it because we were already done and they brought it out anyway. Kinda pathetic.

Date: a year ago

Review №180

Rating: 5

Inside scoop. You MUST ask the craft bartender Bridget for the seasonal special cocktails. She is a tru craftsman.

Date: a year ago

Review №181

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №182

Rating: 5

This remains one the best restaurants in Austin. The food is always interesting, excellently prepared, and beautifully presented. I come often with friends, when having visitors from out of town, or when I have business associates to impress. This visit was for our anniversary and was perfect! The maize tasting was unbelievable, they do such unexpected things with ingredients. The staff were amazing and really made our celebration special. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough!

Date: a year ago

Review №183

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №184

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №185

Rating: 4

Great food and drinks and a fun experience overall!

Date: a year ago

Review №186

Rating: 1

Date: a year ago

Review №187

Rating: 5

Order all the things. So good. Don t be fooled by the locations. This is one of the best restaurants in Austin.

Date: a year ago

Review №188

Rating: 5

Amazing atmosphere, great music, incredible cocktails, and extraordinary culinary dishes. Definitely recommend for a foodie! We will definitely be going back.

Date: a year ago

Review №189

Rating: 1

Food is not good. Service was about average. The atmosphere straight sucks. If you enjoy conversation during a meal this is not the place to go. You cant hear the soft spoke staff, you have to yell to speak to someone ACROSS THE TABLE. Left feeling hungry and sick to the stomach. Will not return. Parking: be prepared to pay no less than $30 for parking for a 2 hour visit.

Date: a year ago

Review №190

Rating: 1

1 star. Watered down drinks. Asked for a new drink after one had no taste of alcohol and was charged $13. The chicken was very mediocre and all we got was one thigh for $40 . Would NOT eat here. Awful portions, weird staff, and food was half par to prices.

Date: a year ago

Review №191

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №192

Rating: 5

Always a top notch experience. Highly recommend!

Date: a year ago

Review №193

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №194

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №195

Rating: 5

The food was amazing, and the service was beyond compare. As in... They didnt have the coffee order I asked for, so they went next door to the coffee shop to get it for me.

Date: a year ago

Review №196

Rating: 4

The food was exquisite. Absolutely delicious. The service, however specifically, the pacing was terrible. The first two courses came out practically on top of each other, before wed even received our before-dinner cocktails. (The server told us we had to order everything all at once. Ok?) After the second course, a long wait for the third. Then a seemingly interminable wait for the last course. We would have liked to have ordered dessert but couldnt afford another lengthy wait, as we had another engagement we had to get to.

Date: a year ago

Review №197

Rating: 5

There are many fine dining establishments you can visit that boast fresh ingredients and gorgeous presentation but it was the service and attention to detail that was the ultimate win for me. We had the 10 course tasting menu which featured corn and it was ah-maize-ing! All corny-ness aside everyone here was knowledgeable welcoming friendly and attentive. Super down to earth no pretentiousness here! Our glasses were never empty the table was kept clean and we had new silverware between every course. We were cold under the AC so the waitstaff even brought us blankets from outside! The complexity of flavour was astounding and very creative. The upscale play on the corn dog was our favourite course. The meat was perfectly seasoned and the crunchy corn batter was divine. I also especially enjoyed the snapper crudo with corn nuts and hibiscus broth and the johnny cake with corn pepper relish. They gave us a little menu in a cute envelope to take home as well as some yummy caramel corn to remember the experience. Thanks for an awesome time will be back to check out future features!

Date: a year ago

Review №198

Rating: 3

Our group got the 9 course meal which was mostly delicious however the main chicken meal was way too salty it upset my stomach for the rest of the night. Everything else was so great it seemed like some sort of mistake but I expected some sort of above and beyond afterwards which we didnt really get.

Date: a year ago

Review №199

Rating: 5

Date: a year ago

Review №200

Rating: 5

Great dishes. Outstanding service

Date: a year ago