The Peacock Mediterranean Grill is an all-day restaurant in the Austin Proper Hotel downtown.

Hestia is the new restaurant downtown with a wood-fired grill from the Emmer & Rye people.

Rosedale Kitchen and Bar in Hyde Park is pleasant spot to bring parents or clients for a healthy-ish meal in a beautiful space.

Eddie V's is a large steakhouse on 5th near the convention center that's great for big groups that don't want to have to yell.

Asti is a casual Italian restaurant in Hyde Park with a long wine list and a great patio.

Head to Vespaio on South Congress to celebrate with great - but expensive - Italian food, or head to Enoteca Vespaio next door for a more casual night

The Arlo Grey is a sleek restaurant in the LINE Hotel serving upscale food.

Mattie’s at Green Pastures is a historical restaurant serving Southern food and a great brunch in Bouldin Creek.

In addition to actually good Mexican food, Licha’s on East Sixth has a great patio and solid drinks.

Juniper is a fancy-ish Italian spot in East Austin that's good for dinner with the parents or a grown-up brunch.

Central Standard is a crowd-pleaser in South Congress that's great for any and all group dinners.

L’Oca d’Oro serves modern, light-ish Italian food in a laid-back environment.

Dai Due is the epitome of a modern Texas restaurant done right.

Hillside Farmacy is just as excellent as it is attractive.

A big, open indoor/outdoor space great for cocktails and Southern food.

Austin’s best Neopolitan pizza.