The SXSW Reservations You Should Make Now
"We’re not huge fans of the food at Aba—we’d suggest The Peacock or Ezov first for upscale Mediterranean plates—but we can’t deny that the patio here is one of the best in the whole city. It’s set under a centuries-old oak tree in a fancy development off South Congress next to Hermès and Le Labo stores, so you’ll have an idea of what you’re getting yourself into before you walk in. Grab some hummus and a cocktail, and enjoy the shade. How to get in: Reservations open up about six weeks in advance and tend to book up about as early, particularly for seating around dinner. Reservations also don’t guarantee a patio seat, but you can request one when booking, and they’ll do their best to accommodate. We’ve also had good luck just walking in and grabbing a seat at the bar without too much of a wait. " - nicolai mccrary
