14 Low-Key Awesome Spots to Eat and Drink in Westlake

From casual wine bars to Tex-Mex favorites

by Erin Russell Updated Mar 28, 2019, 5:15pm CDT

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by Erin Russell Updated Mar 28, 2019, 5:15pm CDT

For a neighborhood considered to be glitzy and upscale, Westlake’s dining options are surprisingly low-key. Alternately, maybe citizens of the city (technically separate from Austin) just know how to keep a good thing under wraps. Just don’t expect to find any bars or late-night dining (except for newcomer Sway).

Many Austin favorites have set up spacious outposts on the west side of town. Jack Allen’s Kitchen is a prime spot for people-watching over margaritas and pimiento cheese. The Grove Wine Bar and Kitchen works as training grounds for more than one sommelier. Blenders & Bowls is a popular spot for a cold, sweet treat. Even Austin favorite Tacodeli has a location.

Some restaurants are Westlake originals, though. Marye’s Gourmet Pizza serves crispy, golden pizzas with a variety of toppings. Las Palomas shines with delicate, puffy empanadas and other interior Mexican dishes.

Everything below is listed in geographical order, from north to south. If there’s a favorite Westlake spot missing, let Eater know through the tipline, or in the comments.

Maudie's Milagro

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Maudie’s Milagro paved the way for restaurants in the Davenport Ranch area. After 15 years, the Tex-Mex standby is still celebrated for strong margaritas, a variety of enchiladas, and health-conscious options.

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3801 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 306-8080

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Jade Restaurant

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This Chinese restaurant in Davenport Village has excellent dumplings and a full bar.

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3801 N Capital of Texas Hwy c200, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 956-8816

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Jack Allen’s Kitchen 360

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Arguably the center hub of Westlake dining, Jack Allen’s Kitchen on 360 offers some of the best people-watching in town. The beef shortrib quesadilla is cheesy perfection (and discounted during happy hour, too), and the white chocolate blondie is a dessert everyone can agree on.

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3600 N Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 351-9399

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The Grove

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The popular wine bar and kitchen serves until 10 p.m., which is about as late-night as Westlake gets. Explore the substantial wine list with flights and snack on New American dishes. Word of warning: The Grove at Westlake has an abbreviated brunch menu compared to the other locations.

6317 Bee Cave Rd #380, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 327-8822

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Tacodeli

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The people of Westlake, like all Austinites, sure love their tacos. The Westlake location draws crowds during lunchtime and on weekends for the breakfast options, beefy Cowboy taco, and infamous Doña salsa.

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701 S Capital of Texas Hwy, West Lake Hills, TX 78746

(512) 347-8888

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Blenders and Bowls

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A popular hangout for students at nearby Westlake High School, Blenders & Bowls serves fruit-filled smoothies and acai bowls.

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3736 Bee Cave Rd #8, West Lake Hills, TX 78746

(512) 584-8800

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Trianon Coffee

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There are few non-chain places to get coffee in Westlake, but Trianon is one of them. After moving to a new location in 2018, the coffee shop has a menu in the works, too.

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3654 Bee Cave Rd suite a, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 328-4033

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Blue Dahlia Bistro

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This charming bistro has a lush patio and European-inspired menu. The all-day breakfast is great for satisfying cravings for waffles or blintzes, or stop by during weekday happy hour for $5 glasses of wine, a $10 cheese board, and other great deals.

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3663 Bee Cave Rd, West Lake Hills, TX 78746

(512) 306-1668

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Marye's Gourmet Pizza

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Marye’s has accumulated a legion of die-hard fans during its 20+ years in business. The crispy, chewy crust is highly praised, as well as the freshness of the ingredients, which are often sourced locally. The small restaurant also offers sandwiches, salads, lasagne, and a decent selection of wine and beer.

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3663 Bee Cave Rd #4g, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 327-5222

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Sway

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One of the few options for a late night in Westlake, this local Thai spot is open until 10 p.m. on weekdays. The tom kha brings the heat and the crispy whole fish is always a great option. Don’t miss the stellar view of downtown from the upstairs patio.

3437 Bee Cave Rd, West Lake Hills, TX 78746

(512) 326-1999

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Summer Moon Coffee

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Austin-based chain Summer Moon Coffee is known for wood-fired coffee and sweet moon milk.

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3201 Bee Cave Rd #163, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 582-0103

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Las Palomas

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One of the best hidden gems in Austin, Las Palomas serves interior Mexican cuisine like flaky empanadas, chilaquilas, enchiladas mole, and tres leches. Though the parking lot is currently a construction nightmare, this only means a chance to snag a more intimate table (or, check out the private dining room).

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3201 Bee Cave Rd #122, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 327-9889

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Chinatown

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The original location that started Ronald Cheng’s empire, Chinatown Westlake features dishes from multiple regions of China. The lunch specials and weekend dim sum are popular.

2712 Bee Cave Rd, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 328-6588

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Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q

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Rudy’s seems to have dropped its former cheeky slogan of “The Worst BBQ in Texas” in favor of “Real Texas Bar-B-Q,” which is decidedly more accurate. The store, which is attached to a gas station, serves succulent, peppery brisket, meaty ribs, all the authentic sides, and some darn good breakfast tacos.

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2451 S Capital of Texas Hwy, Austin, TX 78746

(512) 329-5554

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Maudie's Milagro

Jade Restaurant

Jack Allen’s Kitchen 360

The Grove

Tacodeli

Blenders and Bowls

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Trianon Coffee

Blue Dahlia Bistro

Marye's Gourmet Pizza

Sway

Summer Moon Coffee

Las Palomas

Chinatown

Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q

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Maudie's Milagro

Jade Restaurant

Jack Allen’s Kitchen 360

The Grove

Tacodeli

Blenders and Bowls

Trianon Coffee

Blue Dahlia Bistro

Marye's Gourmet Pizza

Sway

Summer Moon Coffee

Las Palomas

Chinatown

Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q

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