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El Raval, Austin, TX

El Raval

4.7
4.7
546 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
El Raval restaurant and tapas bar celebrates the diverse cultural influences of Barcelona's iconic El Raval neighborhood. Grounded in Spanish cuisine, our menu incorporates the bold flavors and fragrant spices of North Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, paired with an award-winning wine-by-the-glass selection, recognized by Wine Enthusiast in 2024, or savor world-class cocktails crafted in collaboration with Two Schmucks (ranked No. 7 on the "World's 50 Best Bars 2022").

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Asian
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Laila Bazahm
  • Private party facilities
    We would be thrilled to host your private event at El Raval! To discuss the details, please reach out to us at info@elravalatx.com. We look forward to making your event special!
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    South Austin
  • Cross street
    Off South Lamar Blvd.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 546 people are saying

El Raval reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Raval, a vibrant tapas haven in Austin, delights with its "incredible food," "fantastic service," and lively atmosphere. Guests rave about the "authentic Spanish flavors," "amazing flamenco dancing," and "attentive staff." While some note higher prices, the "exceptional dining experience" and "memorable family events" make it a must-visit.

546 Reviews
  1. Layla

    Amarillo2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here is absolutely amazing! The service was perfect. The amount of food for the price is totally worth it.
    El RavalResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Layla, Thank you for your kind note! We’re so happy to hear that you and your mom had an amazing time. It means a lot to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back again soon! Best, El Raval Team

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  2. Bill

    Philadelphia17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food and service! They had a Spanish dancer and music that was also unbelievably great.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Its flavor town!!! And their octopus is the mayor! 😍

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  4. Tzatzil VIP

    Houston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as always! El Raval has become our go to place for a fun and delicious night out with friends! Brava chef Laila!

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  5. Stephanie

    Austin14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and great service, will be back for sure!

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  6. Janice

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing food /service Such amazing attention to detail / presentation Great place wills definitely return

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  7. Yuen

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff was amazing and friendly! Food was fantastic.

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  8. Lin

    Austin30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was awesome. I am grain and dairy free, so usually eating out is a challenge, but they were able to accommodate my needs and give me a wonderful experience!

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  9. Lauren

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been here several times for girls’ nights out and date nights. The food, cocktails, and service are outstanding! Excellent happy hour, and regular prices are also incredible. Portions are decent and for 2, we were stuffed. Each time I’ve been, I’ve asked the server for recommendations and they have never steered me wrong. Great location, ambiance, and friendly vibe. Will come here over and over again!

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  10. Saul

    Austin9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went in on a friend’s recommendation with no expectations. The menu was filled with unfamiliar dishes so we were a little unsure where to begin but our server was incredible and listed out several recommendations making the experience easily digestible. When our first item came to the table we were locked in. Everything came out in perfect timing and in perfect order. HIGHLY recommend going on a Monday night with the all day happy hour. This allowed us to sample a bit of everything and before the night was over, we booked our next visit. Everything was delicious and the hh tapas style menu was perfect for small plates shared amongst my girlfriend and I.

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FAQs

El Raval offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 473-2211.

El Raval is rated 4.7 stars by 546 OpenTable diners.

El Raval does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 44 times today
Google Map for El Raval

1500 S Lamar Blvd 150, Austin, TX 78704-2940

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Off South Lamar Blvd.
  • Neighborhood
    South Austin
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates, Asian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Executive chef
    Laila Bazahm
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We would be thrilled to host your private event at El Raval! To discuss the details, please reach out to us at info@elravalatx.com. We look forward to making your event special!
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