Dining in Austin
Austin continues to garner national attention as a top foodie destination. The city boasts a variety of high profile chefs including Paul Qui, executive chef at Uchiko (Top Chef: Texas), and David Bull (Iron Chef America), whose five star restaurant Congress is a hit with the critics. Sandra Bullock’s popular restaurant Bess Bistro is a favorite stop for out of town visitors. For those interested in more casual fare, Austin is well known for its plethora of popular food trucks – estimated at over 2,000!
The Renaissance is located within the stunning Austin Arboretum — home to more than 40 fine shops and eateries, ranging from fast food to fine dining — and everything in between! Arboretum dining options:
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NAME |
CUISINE |
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Amy's Ice Cream |
Homemade ice cream. Mix in your favorite candy, cookie or fruit to create your own custom flavor. |
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Blue Baker |
Custom made sandwiches, fresh brick oven pizzas, soup and salads, homemade bread, and pastries baked daily from scratch. |
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Cheesecake Factory |
Features more than 200 menu selections made fresh from scratch each day. |
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Drunk Fish |
Japanese Teriyaki restaurant that serves a variety of appetizers, salads, teriyaki bowl, and more. |
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Estancia Churrascaria |
Brazilian Steakhouse offering a dining experience rich in the culture and flavor of Southern Brazil. |
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Five Guys Burgers and Fries |
There are over 250,000 possible ways to order a burger at Five Guys. |
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Zoe's Kitchen |
Fast, casual restaurant featuring homemade Mediterranean-inspired dishes with a dash of Southern influence. |
If you prefer to stay on property, the Renaissance has three dining establishments to suit a variety of palates:
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NAME |
CUISINE |
HOURS |
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Banderas – A Texas Bistro |
Creative Texas Style menu with savory cuisine influenced by Texas history: everything from Spanish, French, Mexican, Southern and American. |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
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@ustinbytes |
Cybercafé / deli with wireless service, gourmet coffees, specialty wines and beer, fresh-baked pastries, made-to-order pizzas and sandwiches, gourmet desserts |
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
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SteeRnorth |
Cocktail lounge |
Evenings |
Note: If you have dietary restrictions, it is important that you include that information when you register. While it is not possible for us, or the hotel, to guarantee dietary accommodations, we will do our best to arrange suitable meal options. Please email conference@nationalnotary.org if you have any questions or concerns.