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Wink Restaurant


#8 of 1,468 restaurants in Austin
4.0 of 5 stars 116 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Mediterranean, Seafood, Vegetarian, Contemporary, Eclectic, International
  • Neighbourhood: East
  • Price range: £22-28 ($35-$45)

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Went here last night for the first time and had the chef's 7 course tasting menu. The first course was a foie torchon with ginger-beet chutney and brioche; the torchon could've used a touch more salt but was delicious otherwise; the chutney was full of flavor. The next course was a dayboat scallop with yukon golds, niçoise olives, cipollini, and... more

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5 of 5 stars
Northampton, England
13 Nov 2009

We stumbled across this place by chance, the restaurant was rammed and we couldn't get in so instead the staff directed us to the Wine Bar just across the courtyard which serves exactly the same food as the restaurant. To be honest, whilst I'm sure the restaurant would have been fantastic, we actually preferred the scene in the Wine Bar.... more

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5 of 5 stars
Houston
25 Oct 2009

Yes, the decor is kind of basic but the food is spectacular with great service. We recently during the Austin City Limits Festival and found this to be a wonderful experience. The waiter (owner?) was very knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. He knew the wines well and could make good suggestion. This is attached to a wine bar so there is... more

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2 of 5 stars
dripping springs
16 Oct 2009

We were steered here by a restaurant guide popular in Austin. We've found that guide to miss the mark several times and this was definitely one they got wrong. Crowded,; loud; average age 30. Wine bar next door to help you pass the time for the wait. Our food was average in both creativity and preparation. Our creme brulee was... more

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5 of 5 stars
Schrocket
17 Aug 2009

We had a great meal here.... the decor is minimal and interesting, the waiter was very friendly and competent and made well-informed wine pairings. Our food was delicious, the timing impeccable. It's somewhat pricey and well worth it for a nice evening or special ocassion. more

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5 of 5 stars
austin, tx
8 Jul 2009

Wink Restaurant is a small and cozy dining room that is perfect to share a fine meal with your sweetie. The menu changes weekly based on fresh and local ingredients available. Service has been consistenly good- the servers know the food before they start the night. I've loved everything I have dined on here, including a sampling of my husband's... more

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4 of 5 stars
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23 Mar 2009

Ambiance and decor needs more for what you are paying...It's like "design on a dime" kind of setting with upscale pricing more

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3 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
14 Mar 2009

Despite all the buzz, it failed to impress me probably due to me not eating mammals or birds. Others in the group loved it. more

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4 of 5 stars
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8 Mar 2009

Very good food in a nice atmosphere. However it is overpriced for what it is. more

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5 of 5 stars
28 Jan 2009

My favorite place in Austin. Good balance of great food, excellent service...they do need to redo their bathrooms. more

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Wink Restaurant Address

1014 N Lamar Blvd Ste E, Austin, TX 78703
Tel: (512) 482-8868
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.