Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Wells Branch

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseJapanesePizzeriaComfort Food

Regions

Austin

Neighborhoods

ArboretumCentral AustinNorth CentralNorthwest

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

7 restaurants available nearby

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1. North Italia – Austin

4.6

Exceptional(3077)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Northwest

Booked 47 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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2. Culinary Dropout - Austin

4.7

Exceptional(2427)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Northwest

Booked 82 times today

Culinary Dropout in Austin is a buzzing gastro pub, praised for its vibrant ambiance and fantastic food. The place is hailed as 'a lively and fun location' with 'great food and atmosphere' by customers. Highlights include the slow-braised pork ribs and the live music. The service is also consistently lauded, making it a go-to spot for dinner and hangouts.

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3. Roaring Fork - North Austin, Stonelake

4.7

Exceptional(5143)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Arboretum

Booked 58 times today

Roaring Fork offers bold American wood-fired cooking in refined atmosphere with rustic touches. Whether it's cocktails in the lounge, dinner in our comfortable dining room, or open-air patio with panoramic views of Quarry Lake, Roaring Fork is the perfect place to relax with family and friends.

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4. Doc B's Restaurant - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(1077)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • North Central

Booked 42 times today

Set in a comfortable and inviting atmosphere, Doc B's Restaurant & Bar serves food made from scratch daily. Incorporating the highest-quality ingredients, the menu includes a variety of entree-sized salads, & "very special” entrees, crave-worthy burgers and sandwiches, signature Wok Out Bowls™, housemade pizza, indulgent desserts and so much more. Doc B’s also impresses with an extensive craft beer, wine and spirits selection in addition to signature cocktails. No matter what occasion, the expansive menu truly offers something for everyone. With each location having its own personality, Doc B’s Austin offers weekend brunch as well as a large, vibrant outdoor patio with a retractable canopy, TVs, heaters, misters and fans designed to enjoy during any season. In addition, the expansive bar area is perfect for mingling with friends.

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5. Taverna - Domain Northside

4.4

Awesome(792)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Central

Booked 19 times today

Taverna is a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant that offers a truly Italian experience without having to go far. Our Italian chefs strive to create the perfect menu using seasonal ingredients for their surprising entrees. Every day we present a variety of northern Italian delights from simple comforts such as pasta and fabulous risotto to a delicate pan seared sea bass. A taverna in Italy is a special place where customers become friends and family. Here we celebrate the essence of hospitality and farm-to-table cooking reflecting our authentic Italian flavors in our rustic and welcoming interiors.

6. Uchiko Austin

4.8

Exceptional(6077)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Sushi • Central Austin

Booked 50 times today

:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE :: Uchiko is the sister restaurant to Tyson Cole’s original Uchi. It matches that restaurant’s dedication to food, wine, and service, but it has a Japanese farmhouse aesthetic with crafted materials and warm finishes to round out a completely updated setting. The chef team at Uchiko has created a brand new selection of composed dishes and sushi, taken from ideas and plates created at Uchi. Uchiko is Uchi redefined. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

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7. Foreign & Domestic - Austin

4.8

Exceptional(2086)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Central Austin

Booked 21 times today

We are a bustling neighborhood restaurant in the heart of north loop. We are one of Austins oldest farm to table concepts. Our menu is foreign in style, while domestically sourced. Our menus change with the season, farm availability, & on chefs whim. Join us for our nose to tail tasting menu nightly if you appreciate whole animal usage. Our wine program is aimed toward biodynamic natural small production wines. If you'd like to have pre or post dinner cocktails, our awesome neighbors include the tigress bar & drink.well.Please note that we have a 15 minute grace period on reservation arrival times. Should you find yourself running late, please give us a call or the table may be released to a waiting guest. Tables of 1-2 guests will be reserved for 1.5 hours, tables of 3-4 will be reserved for 1 hour and 45 minutes, tables of 6+ will be reserved for 2 hours. These times reflect standard dining times of our guests. Should you feel that you need additional time, please notate this.

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FredVIP
Austin •33 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was excellent and our server, Justin, was really good. He made great recommendations and was on top of things throughout the entire meal.
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North Italia – AustinPrice: Moderate• Italian• Northwest
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4.6
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JoeVIP
Austin •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was very good we enjoyed sitting outdoors and the service was great
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Doc B's Restaurant - AustinPrice: Moderate• American• North Central
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4.8
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MaryVIP
Austin •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Girls night out! Great food! Nice happy hour menu.
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Roaring Fork - North Austin, StonelakePrice: Expensive• American• Arboretum
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4.7
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Laura
Nashville •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great food!…sat outside. Our waitress, Rachel, was very attentive! Our Frito misto, ravioli, and risotto dish were very good! Will definitely return.
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Taverna - Domain NorthsidePrice: Moderate• Italian• North Central
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4.4
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Ellie
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful food and service as usual whatever you order here will be super tasty
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Culinary Dropout - AustinPrice: Moderate• American• Northwest
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4.7

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