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Prélude, Austin, TX
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Prélude

$31 to $50
Cocktail Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Fancy
  • Good for special occasions
Chef Mathew Peters, the first American to win the prestigious Bocuse d'Or in 2017, is bringing his culinary expertise to the heart of Austin with the opening of Prelude, an elevated cocktail bar and canapé lounge set in a historic home in West Austin. The space has a beautiful back lawn lounge with views of downtown Austin and private rooms throughout the house that can accommodate groups of 6-18 with private events options of groups up to 120 guests.

Prelude will offer a unique Austin experience, combining innovative cocktail creations with elevated small bites. The menu will feature a curated selection of small plates, designed to complement the bar programs signature cocktails and highlight Chef Peters' culinary artistry. Please note that our kitchen closes each evening at 10 pm.

Join Prélude during Happy Hour Tuesday-Thursday from 4-6 pm for $2 oysters and drink specials.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Matt Peters

From the OpenTable editors: Cocktails and canapés are the name of the game at Prélude, a sophisticated bar located in a historic Austin home. The only American to win the prestigious Bocuse d’Or, chef Mathew Peters applies that fine dining precision to playful dishes like corn hushpuppies with Iberico ham and black truffle sauce paired with clever cocktails like a tequila-forward highball topped with cornflakes and toasted rice.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 702-9150
  • Website
    https://www.prelude-austin.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com
  • Location
    707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    10th Street & West Avenue
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 136 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Prélude is a vibrant addition to Austin's dining scene, offering "phenomenal food" and "amazing cocktails" in a beautifully decorated, artistic setting. Guests rave about the attentive service and creative drinks. Although the small bites menu is considered pricey, the unique ambiance and warm atmosphere make it a must-visit for special occasions or a chic night out.

136 Reviews

  1. Coco

    Tuscany

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved trying Prèlude for the first time! From our initial arrival and interaction with the sweet hostess, to our conversations with the bartenders/mixologists who patiently answered all our questions, to the stunning interior design and ambiance… this was a stand-out high end cocktail experience and we look forward to returning!

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  2. Bobbi Jo

    Los Angeles

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent cocktails!! Enjoyed conversation with Terrance & watching his expertise behind the bar! Highly recommend & will be back!

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  3. Leslie

    Austin

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Prelude has a very hip and cool vibe. The inside is so dark you will need your phone’s flashlight to read the menu. The appetizers are TINY. You don’t get much for your money. Our waiter was great.

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  4. BlackSheep

    Austin

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very chic! The atmosphere is sophisticated, beautiful and edgy. Drinks were tasty and novel but serving size is fairly small, not boozy enough and pricey. Clientele is respectable and seemed much younger (ages 25 to 40) than expected. Bar seating is limited so not an ideal place to strike up novel conversations with strangers. Tho, that would be a fun concept to have a singles area to sit so as to meet people who appreciate exquisite aesthetics and attention to detail. Overall, I loved having a cocktail here!

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  5. Abigail

    Austin

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Pretty overpriced for small portions and basic drinks

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  6. Ted

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My experience was very good. The food and service were excellent. But the music noise level as well as a very loud guest (across the room) made it very difficult to have an enjoyable conservation.

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  7. OscarM

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from the host stand to their service inside was phenomenal. The host took our pictures for us before we entered (It was our 1 year anniversary), our server Kate was super sweet and even got us bubbles to celebrate. Our cocktails were out of this world especially the melon and prosciutto!! And the bartender & manager came by to touch our table was super friendly. Whole place was just a vibe!! Will be returning soon!!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Salt Lake City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time watching the GA/TX game! Great outdoor space and excellent drinks! Service was amazing. Really great place to watch a game.

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  9. Andrea

    Los Angeles

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an excellent first visit and can’t wait to go back! The drinks are fantastic- first class all the way. Don’t miss out on the Espresso Martini!! We had the hush puppies and they were delicious. The atmosphere here is incredible. The new place to be in Austin!

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  10. Megan

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful atmosphere and spaces, great cocktails. Large outdoor space.

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FAQs

Prélude is rated 4.7 stars by 136 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 22 times today
Google Map for Prélude

707 W 10th St, Austin, TX 78701-2033

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    10th Street & West Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–12:00 am Kitchen Hours Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.prelude-austin.com/
  • Phone number
    (512) 702-9150
  • Private party facilities
    Prélude can accommodate large groups of 6-12 guests directly through OpenTable reservations or reach out to our host to book a private room for groups up to 18 guests. For private events for groups of 12-120 guests can reach out through our event portal on our website: prelude-austin.com
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