Warehouse-chic restaurant offering innovative farm-to-table fare, plus cocktails & wine.
S. de Man
Amazing service- fantastic food – beautiful atmosphere. Not sure what more you could ask for. Must get items include the crudo, the bread, the cacio pepi, and sorbet is surprisingly refreshing. It is especially great if you are celebrating an anniversary or birthday. Tori, their curator of good vibes, called a week ahead of time to learn more about us and make the experience incredibly special. What a memorable visit. Thank you!
… moreSyed Ashrafulla
I recommend going for any punchy starters or any of the hearty mains. For me that means the carpaccio with its use of nuoc cham for tanginess and meatiness was a great appetizer. The snapper with the Hakurei and the crumble had good texture and balance. The akaushi steak was seasoned very well and tender. The carnitas was a really good terrine used as a wrapped taco presentation that I liked.
The snapper crudo was missing acid and thus quite boring. The pappardelle used a smoked meat which I get but felt somehow off, like too much smoke?
Overall more hits than misses. The vibe of this place is so good especially when sitting outside. So I recommend going, sitting outside if possible, and getting anything that seems strong in flavor.
… moreEmily Snider
If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience and meal, you mustn’t miss this place. After being greeted by the warm host, I enjoyed a late solo dinner at the chef’s bar. I ordered the beef carpaccio and cacio e pepe pasta, which were both incredible and unexpected in their own ways. The carpaccio was high-quality beef, the perfect balance of textures and flavors, while the pasta was light, flavorful, and divine. The cream sauce was just the right amount, and the pepper was pungent & complemented the flavors perfectly. Notably, Max, the chef behind the bar, was so warm, kind, and made my experience so enjoyable. His recommendations and service were a highlight. My server Ana was absolutely wonderful as well and my experience would not have been the same without the two of them. Don’t hesitate to make reservations here– you will not regret it.
… moreDaniel Fwu
By far my favorite restaurant in austin and id say would fall into my top 10 restaurants! Have been here 3 times already. Reservation is highly recommended. Chef’s counter is a great spot to sit at especially for a solo diner. Everyone is very friendly as well! Id say my only slight complaint was that the Cacio e Pepe had a bit too much black peper.
… moreBrent Duvall
Love this spot. Emmer & Rye is that place where you feel cool just sitting down.
We started with the sourdough and I’m not being dramatic when I say it’s a whole event. They bring it out like it’s the main character. Two different butters and this strawberry situation for dipping that had me questioning every plain bread basket I’ve ever accepted in my life. Unreal.
I got the oysters and they were super fresh and clean, but I’m not gonna lie, I needed about six more. That’s on me though.
For mains we had the Texas Akaushi Wagyu and these raviolis with an egg in the middle. Both were insane. The wagyu was rich but not heavy, cooked perfectly, melt in your mouth vibes. The ravioli was one of those dishes where you cut into it and just sit there for a second. The egg yolk mixed into everything and it was game over.
They even brought out this vegetable broth made from scraps because they’re big on no waste. Somehow a broth from scraps tasted better than most soups I’ve had. Respect.
We didn’t order drinks, but everything coming out around us looked elite.
10 out of 10. I’d go back in a heartbeat
… moreDaniel M
My wife and I chose Emmer & Rye for dinner to celebrate our anniversary, and it was an exceptional experience from start to finish.
The staff were absolutely amazing. From the moment we we walked in we felt celebrated. They had a handwritten card waiting for us at the table, signed by the team, which was a thoughtful touch. Service throughout the night was seamless and attentive. Everyone knew the menu and our waiter offered thoughtful recommendations that elevated the entire meal.
My wife eats plant-based, and the team went above and beyond to accommodate her. They guided her to vegan friendly dishes and offered vegan versions of certain items without hesitation.
The food itself was transcendent. The crudo and the mole were outstanding, with incredible layers and depth of flavor. each bite kept you engaged and curious about what came next. The sweet potato tamale was phenomenal, and the lamb & pork carnitas were absolutely outstanding.
Emmer & Rye delivered not just an incredible meal, but a meaningful, memorable dining experience. We couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate. Thank you!
… moreShahab Sassan
Dining at Emmer & Rye was an absolute treat from start to finish. Every single dish we tried was cooked to perfection—beautifully presented, thoughtfully balanced, and bursting with flavor. You can tell that the chefs put incredible care and creativity into every plate, highlighting fresh, seasonal ingredients in the best possible way.
The service was warm, attentive, and knowledgeable, making the whole experience feel seamless and special. The atmosphere is modern yet inviting, perfect for a memorable night out.
If you’re in Austin and looking for a place that combines innovative cuisine with flawless execution, Emmer & Rye is a must-visit. It’s the kind of restaurant that reminds you why dining out can be such a remarkable experience.
… moreBrennan Russo
Entry: paid valet parking
1st – the bread is an absolute cannot miss. Incredible. I would hold off on the extra ham and cheese it was a bit unnecessary.
2nd – pasta’s – the highlight of the meal all were fresh and made in house. Highly recommend
3rd – mains – the chicken was good, not great, but a very good texas style smoked chicken.
Loved this spot, definitely will come back for the bread and pasta. Perfect for a date night!
… moremadeleine parmele
my boyfriend and i came here for our one year anniversary because we love to try all the michelin rated restaurants for special occasions, and we felt very let down by our experience. they started off sitting us 15 minutes late for our reservation, and then brought us 2 dishes we did not order, one that wasn’t even mentioned during our talk with the waitress while figuring out what all to get, and then we ended up feeling so bad about it, even though it wasn’t any fault of our own, we told them they didn’t have to give us the last dish that we actually ordered, even though it’s the one we really wanted. Thankfully they comped the two incorrect pastas and gave us a free cacio e pepe card that we probably won’t be using unfortunately. The food however was pretty good, our favorite being the cacio e pepe and johnny cakes, i didn’t like the ravioli that we didn’t order, but ended up eating, at all; the crudo was good but i feel all crudo taste pretty much the same for us so it wasn’t anything out of the ordinary. the rigatoni we didn’t order was good, just not what we wanted, i only ended up trying one piece of the pasta. overall the least desirable experience we’ve had at any of the michelin rated places, probably won’t come back because we left feeling so awkward and like they were annoyed with us even though we did nothing wrong.
… moreJonathan Murphy
Sat at the Chefs Counter and couldn’t recommend more. Incredible food, and the team were across the board incredible, attentive, and knowledgeable. Shout out to Lindsey, Chase, Andres (and Mum & Dad). Thanks all, and look forward to seeing you again soon.
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