Anthem

Anthem, an Asian fusion with Texas flavors restaurant and bar, in Rainey Street Historic District of downtown Austin, is one of those few places where I would rate six stars if possible. My experience here was outstanding. The aesthetics of several dining areas, the Asian / Texas flavor combinations of their food, and the very friendly, attentive service, lend to a wonderful atmosphere. This air conditioned setting contrasted with the outdoor and open-indoor seating of many other Rainey Street establishments, which for me and my Yankee skin was quite preferred. The adult beverages here are outstanding; amazingly flavorful… and effective, so much so that I forgot to take food pictures. I know that I had the Brisket Tacos which were tender and delicious. It’s easy to make friends here, and find good conversation. Highly recommended.

Went here for a date night with my man at "blue hair time" 5:30 on a Thursday....we were the only people there and it was lovely! Great service, great drinks, and the food was excellent!! We had the Yummy Fries, Itchy Salmon, and Brisket Rangoons. Our favorite was the fries, but everything was delicious!! Definitely going back!!

me and my mom loved this place! we got the brisket rangoons and the crispy cauliflower and both were absolutely delicious. our drinks were super yummy too. and our server rainey was so darling and helpful with her recommendations on the menu! will be coming back next visit to austin.

Rating: 4.4/5 [dine in] Anthem's Happy Hour is one of the best in Austin. We come here often for their extensive happy hour menu, and it never disappoints. They recently extended their HH hours--now available Monday to Friday from 12-7 PM and all day Sunday. Service can be slow though so expect to wait a bit for your server. Lychee Lowdown ($8 HH): Really good - sweet and strong. EXSW Margarita ($8 HH): Our second go to drink. Magnum P.I. ($8 HH): Tastes a bit off; didn't get much pineapple rum flavor. Peach Fuzzy ($8 HH): Just okay - pretty basic. Frozen Blood Orange Margarita ($8 HH): Better than I expecte, and a great choice for a hot day. Thai Hippie Tofu ($8 HH): Delicious! Crispy, flavorful, and comes with a refreshing cucumber salad. Char-Buff Cauliflower ($12 HH): The tempura cauliflower is amazing--always a must-order appetizer. Crispy and tasty, especially with the Thai Green goddess dressing. JFC Popcorn Chicken ($12 HH): Comes in kung pao or honey Sriracha flavors. My husband got kung pao and asked for honey Sriracha on the side. The chicken is average, but the sauces are what really make it. Miso Mac Daddy ($10 HH): Surprisingly impressive. These mac & cheese balls taste similar to takoyaki--unique and enjoyable. Brisket Rangoons ($9 HH): Brisket was dry, and I couldn't really taste the five-spice--likely overpowered by the cheese. Yummy Fries ($12 HH): One of our favorites! The crispy sweet potato waffle fries are super addicting and full of flavor. Hawaiian Shrimp Ceviche ($14 HH): I don't usually go for ceviche, but this one was tasty and paired well with the tortilla chips. Salmon Poke ($13 HH): The first time we ordered it, the salmon wasn't fresh, but it was better the second time. The nori crisps were indeed crispy and pairs nicely with the poke. Itchy Salmon ($6 HH): Two pieces of baked Atlantic salmon on top of spicy crab mix, topped with Serrano, cilantro, and ponzu. These were just okay and didn't look appetizing either. Hilo Hawaiian Sandwich ($19) + Roasted Cauliflower ($2): Chopped brisket on a King's Hawaiian sweet bun with sesame slaw, French-fried onions, garlic dill pickle chips, kimchi aioli, pickled okra, and your choice of side. It sounded better than it tasted. The brisket was really dry. We thought the cauliflower side would be the same as the Char-Buff Cauliflower, but it wasn't. These were actually charred cauliflower--not tempura.

Our server was amazing and everyone was so nice! The food was amazing and the atmosphere was fun as well! Amazing music...seriously, whoever was on that auxiliary has either great taste in music, or the algorithm was going hard because it was absolutely perfect! The jalapeno queso burger is amazing, and so eere the brisket ragoons! We also had the pineapple upside down bread pudding which was spectacular! Great happy hour prices and from 2-7, you can't beat that! Will definitely be back!

Don’t miss it. Fantastic food, excellent and attentive service, and the unique atmosphere of Rainey St. The Brisket Rangoons were excellent—what a way to prepare Texas BBQ. The Smash Burger was also excellent—especially with egg. Highlights to know: -The music is loud. Too loud in fact in my opinion. I actually saw two gentlemen walk in and then depart without eating due to the volume—be prepared. That said, it is a part of the atmosphere. -Additionally, a favorite across these reviews, the Aloha burger, is no longer on the menu. FYI.

Loved my first time here! The food was so good. I had all Appetizers but my goodness i could eat the miso mac n cheese balls everyday. The brisket Rangoon are also to die for. Kaylee and Zach were our bartenders/servers and they were friendly and prompt. Will be coming again!

I love people and places where they are about making an inviting enjoyable space. Their AC wasn't working great which they let you know as soon as you walked it. I never noticed as the food, drinks, and service, was amazing! I can't wait to come back.

Food was excellent, but service was subpar. The hostess was uninterested, to say the least. We walked in without a reservation, and she made it seem difficult to seat us.

The food was incredibly unique and the outdoor patio seating had a great ambiance! We got the Coastal Shrimp & Fries which was the best thing there. The dipping sauce for this was delicious. The Chicken & Waffle dish was really good too but the chicken was a little sweet for my taste. The Hapa Chicken Sandwich was also amazing, no complaints. The Sambal Fried Okra wasn't anything special and was a little oily and soggy.

Over flavored food. All three dishes we have ordered had too many sauces and flavors. Service was nah. Not coming back.

This tex-asian spot was super good! The vibes inside are fun and they have a nice patio right on Rainey Street. Service was helpful and very accommodating when it came to ordering drinks. The yummy fries are a must, no questions asked. For my entree, I got the chicken sandwich because I was really craving karaage chicken. The sandwich was crispy and wasn't super greasy. I paired my sandwich with fried okra. We had been eating bbq/American food our whole trip in Austin so it was nice to try something Asian. Highly recommend!

We came in for dinner with a group of 8, with a few dietary restrictions that the staff accommodated so well! We got a fair bit of everything included mocktails like the Flower Child and cocktails including Mai tais in fun kitschy cups, appetizers including the cauliflower bites and the queso, and so many different entrees including the poke bowl, salmon, brisket rangoons, aloha burger, and more. The staff did an incredible job accommodating a few shellfish allergies and a vegetarian, and it was one of our most seamless dinners the entire the 8 of us were in town for our conference.

Came here for a late dinner with my friend before bopping around to some bars in the area and really enjoyed our experience! We split the chips and guac and the honey siracha popcorn chicken and both were so good! I loved the pico that came with the guac and the wings had such a good flavor to them! We also got drinks and the lychee cocktail was so good! Our server was super nice and our food came out pretty quickly. I liked the intimate vibe of the interior of the restaurant. Will definitely be back!

Very cute Polynesian vibe in decor. Super friendly staff. The food was ALL AMAZING! I highly recommend the Yummy Fries . Can't forget the drinks, good good good. You definitely need to try this place out.

Been here a few times now and will say the atmosphere is great, they play good music and my waiters have been fun and attentive. The food however is pretty average, a lot of stuff we got was super sweet with all the sauces like the yummy fries and mac and cheese balls. Really liked the tofu. The salmon in the salmon dish was a little dry. My drinks tasted watered down. The sake bombs are fun and taste good! A good spot for friends before a night out with the vibes, location, and fun looking drinks.

Situated at the top of Rainey street, this is a stop you don't want to miss. There are several spaces to fit your preference, AND you can have a conversation in any of the spaces yet still enjoy the background music. Fun and peaceful. We chose the patio - swinging egg chairs, my husband could not resist ;). The food and drink were excellent: the bar, kitchen, and server did a fabulous job with communicating and customizing.... We were greeted by an amazing server. He was knowledgeable and fun. I'm sorry that I've forgotten his name :( When I asked about the drinks (they have a great selection), he asked what type of spirit I was in the mood for... Knowledgeable! I chose rum and he suggested a banana daiquiri (he assured me it was not laffy-taffy banana) and then asked if I like peanut butter, since I do he he suggested adding a peanut butter liqueur shot as a floater... Genius! We ordered the chips and guac-the ginger and yuzu were subtle additions and a delicious twist to this Texas staple. We like spice, but do not like burning hot, so we got the guac minus the jalapeños and asked for the pico on the side (it is marinated in pineapple juice, so I wanted to taste the flavor difference). Awesome. I couldn't eat much of the pico, (again a bit hot for me) but the pineapple was a nice note in the flavor. A big thank you to Brian and his team at Anthem, what a great place!

I really enjoyed eating at Anthem! My wife and I were staying down the street and one night took a walk, vibing with the night life that shows up on Rainey street. We saw Anthem and decided to give it a try, so glad we did! The food was great, almost as good as the conversation. We sat in the outside porch area and the weather was perfect with a slight breeze. The down side of sitting outside was of course the environment noise, which was expected. Then there was a honey bee that decided to bug us throughout the meal , pun intended. I recommend trying Anthem.

A mishap happened (both me and my hubby are handicapped). They made us leave because we were early in our reservation. First they stated we can sit in the front to wait. But manager told us we had to leave (due to a private party inside - on the other side where we couldn't even see). So we had to leave and return in 10 minutes. It was difficult to walk since we are handicapped - but that didn't matter. When we came back, waitress apologized to us what happened. We received free drinks and a wonderful appetizer. Manager came and apologized and treated us with care after the incident. Food is extremely good. Was glad we came back (we had to because we were meeting other people) , the visit was good so all worth coming back.

Went here for my birthday! Food was amazing and drinks were even better. It was a Sunday FUNday for the group. Service was 5 star and made me feel really welcomed and loved on my special day. Only downfall is they do not split checks for parties over 8.

Staff are very friendly Fun hip vibe Not authentic Hawaiian. Asian/Hawaiian food made by others... for others. Tofu was mushy. Flavors heavy handed. But friendly staff comped the dish for free dessert. Egg waffles crispy Chips and guacamole was good. Crispy chips and lightly flavored guac

The drinks here are amazing. We sampled four different cocktails and they were all delicious, with no disappointments. Unlike other places, they're not overloaded with crushed ice. Our server, Martin, was super friendly and attentive. After asking a few questions about our preferences, he was able to recommend the perfect options, and all his suggestions were spot on. The restaurant has a chill Hawaiian/Tiki-inspired vibe, with contemporary dance/techno music playing at a comfortable volume. The food was absolutely delicious and filling. The portions are generous, and they let you split dishes so you and a dining companion can sample a variety of items. Overall, I loved everything about this place and I plan to return soon.

The food and drinks were both great. The server was helpful and gave good suggestions. I recommend the Yummy Fries, Charred Cauliflower, Chicken Popcorn, Itchy Salmon, & Brisket Rangoons. My friend had the Hapa Chicken Sandwich and it looked really good. My Lychee Lowdown cocktail was pretty good. Very comfy booth seating. Big plus! Restroom was adequate.

Anthem was such a cute little spot in Austin. The decorations were colorful and vibrant. I enjoyed the small plates style so it makes sharing with friends really easy. The salmon poke was my favorite! It isn't your typical poke bowl (it didn't come with rice), but I thoroughly enjoyed it.

We booked a table for a group of 8 people for a friend's birthday. The reservation process was absolutely seamless and easy. We just called and reserved. The place is also kid and baby friendly. The cocktails are pretty great. We had a bunch of cocktails including Piña Old Fashioned. All of them were very good. Food was also good including the starters such as JFC Popcorn Chicken and Charbuff Cauliflower. The main problem was the service wait time - we came on a Monday at 6:30 pm, specifically because a couple of us had a baby who needed to be in bed by 8:30. Even after ordering all of our food by 7pm, we got our food no earlier than 8 pm, and couple of us just had time to pack up their food and leave. We just ate whatever we got in the end and also left. Apart from that, the table service was good and there were no issues with the waiting service.

Didn't get any food here, but there are cashews in some dishes that I noticed, so be careful with a nut allergy! I came in on a Friday night around 8PM. The place was about half packed, but I noticed a number of empty tables had "Reserved" signs so I suggest getting a reservation if you plan to come with a group. I saw a group wait about 15 minutes while I was seated at the bar. On Friday nights, Dub Academy comes in and have up-and-coming DJs play some sets. Great time to come in and listen to some new mixes. I sat at the bar for a few sets and had the Lychee Lowdown. As other reviewers note, this goes down really easily and is a great tropical cocktail. The only downside is parking. You'll be paying $40 for two hours in nearby lots. Hopefully come in with a group or find some street parking and walk!

Good ambiance. Lychee drink was good. Nam nom salad was tasty, but would've been nice to split with someone as it's a lot of the same taste. They were nice to have split the aloha burger. Aloha burger 10/10 Nam Nom Noodles 7/10 Hippie tofu 8.5/10 Lychee drink 9/10

Best friend in town and I've been wanting to try this place for a few months. We made a same day reservation and walked over. The service was incredible. We were seated in our own private area, and opted to share entrees so we could try all try a few dishes. CHAR-BUFF CAULIFLOWER - crowd favorite. Nicely breaded and vegan green goddess sauce for the win! THAI HIPPIE TOFU - perfect fry and overall delicious dish NAM NOM NOODLE SALAD - more noodles than cabbage, which was opposite of what we anticipated and lacked a peanut sauce COASTAL SHRIMP & FRIES - dish was mid. Breading was not "tempura beer battered" but tasted more like cornmeal batter, rougher texture and deeper fry than expected. SAMBAL FRIED OKRA - the okra was a bit salty for our taste but if you like spicy, this sambal sauce is for you! I also tried the Lychee cocktail, which was perfectly sweet and balanced. Would order again! The service was the best part of the evening, followed by the drinks and then food.

We came here again around 4:30 earlier today and had another great experience! The chips & guac, brisket Rangoons & popcorn chicken were all delicious appetizers! The entrees of the Bonito Caesar salad & hapa chicken sandwich were also solid, and I really liked the fries with the chicken sandwich. The frozen orange margarita is solid as well. Only thing we didn't really like was the edamame hummus. Overall, the food was solid and location was very convenient. We will be back!

MY FAV BAR on Rainey to get drinks AND food at!! The ambience is amazing and the servers are always the sweetest people ever:)) Not pictured: yummy fries were AMAZING! We devoured them before we could get a picture. Both aiolis and all the toppings were SO GOOD. I love it even more because they use sweet potato waffle fries instead of regular ones. Miso Mac daddy: we got this as an entree but would prefer it as an appetizer. It is crunchy and super cheesy so eating a whole plate might over do it. Hapa chicken sandwich: this was a bit underwhelming. Huge chunk of chicken with not much sauce or flavor. It was crunchy but I would recommend the other dishes over this! Lychee lowdown: the absolute best drink, similar to the din tai fung lychee martini and it goes down sooo smooth (a little too easy even lol). Kegged mai tai: lovely presentation and super strong so be careful haha! Flavor was still amazing and is another must try:)

In Austin for work so I had to check out the food scene. After googling and yelping a few spots, my friend and I decided on this place based on its Latin and Asian pub food. We saw the option to make a reservation. We didn't want to take any chances, so we did. It was a short walk from our hotel. All of DT Austin is under construction, so you have to squint and turn your head sideways to make sure you don't miss where you're going. Cute corner spot with a small bar area that had a few booths and tables. The vibes in there were much different from where we sat. At reservation, we selected a "high top," and upon arrival, we were taken to the larger back area. Immediate party vibes in this space. The music was much louder. They had to know I was coming bc they were playing 90s R&B. There was a patio with seating just off of our dining area, looked cute. I'm not sure what those vibes were! We didn't need the reservation bc they weren't super busy when we arrived. My friend and I decided to only order small plates and dessert. We started with the Shishito Pepper Queso and the Brisket Rangoon. The queso was a super delicious combination of earthy, comfort, salty, and spicy. It was served with corn tortilla chips with the perfect crispness. The brisket rangoons were an unexpected delight. Anything with brisket you expect into be heavy, but these were not. They were still light, creamy, with the same subtle sweetness from traditional Rangoon, but a little more savory. They came out SUPER FAST! Next, we ordered the Miso Mac Balls and Honey Sriracha Popcorn Chicken. The Mac balls were a surprise in your mouth! This was more of an American Asian Mashup. First reaction is, "I'm eating a tempora sushi roll." Then you bite down, and the cheesy Mac and cheese flavor comes through with a hint of the miso. My mouth and brain are still confused, but I liked it. The chicken was just as expected. Crunchy fried chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce. The cucumbers that were served with it provided excellent relief from the heat and palette cleansing. After all of that, we decided we had to try the noodle salad, so we split it. It was just as described, but I felt there could have been a little more dressing to help hold everything together. By this time, we're really full, so we sit and talk a bit. We also noticed that we had to start talking louder bc it had suddenly gotten crowded. I mean, every table was full. So if you don't have a reservation, arrive before 6:30. You won't get in after. After letting the food settle, we finished our drinks. My friend had the frozen blood orange margarita that she said was too frozen which indicatednot enough tequila, but was good and i had the Shiso Mojito that was a traditional monitor with the addition of peach and shiso. I enjoyed it. Now for the finale...the dessert. They only have two, and you only live once, so we got them both. The Hong Kong Waffle and the Pineapple Upside-down Bread Pudding. We started with the bread pudding that was topped with vanilla ice cream. It was a really wet bread pudding. We enjoyed the flavor , but the texture was toooo wet and mushy. The Hong Kong Waffle blew us away!! It was served as a cone with a scoop of chocolate and vanilla icream and topped with chocolate sandwich cookies. The waffle wasn't overly sweet. It was just the perfect way to end the meal. Our servers were super friendly, attentive, and matched the vibes of the place!!

I really enjoyed this restaurant. It's a great place that captures the atmosphere of what downtown Austin is all about and the quality of the food is top notch. I highly recommend the Lowdown Lychee for a drink. The fusion food itself is delicious and the Sesame Seared Salmon was cooked perfectly. To me, the clear winner was the Char-Buff Cauliflower. The flavors and spices are incredible and you'll want to order seconds as a meal itself.

Service 5 stars -sat at the bar - Des made some great drinks for us. We ordered : honey siracha chicken Miso mac daddy brisket crab rangoon Shrimp ceviche Spicy edamame This is also the order of which we liked the food. Spicy edamame i added lemon to it . It tasted to much dry powder

Fun spot to come to a large group! The restaurant is spacious and has a bar space as well. The food is asian inspired / asian fusion. All the apps were delicious - fries, ceviche, mac daddy. I do not recommend getting the salad here. It was soo salty. Other than that, everything was good. The waitress was polite and food came out quickly.

100% of my visits here have been at the bar and the same % was enjoying the local "512." Food is always good. Appys and mains. Bar service is the same as the food. Always. Can't go wrong on Rainey, but I'll miss the character now in favor of condos and or apartments. Progress. Eh.

The interior is eclectic, fun, and eye catching! Salmon Poke ($16) - A good, light dish, but very salty. I liked the crispy Nori chips that came with it! Brisket Wontons ($12) - These didn't have as much flavor as I would have liked but I ate them all regardless. They come in multiples of 5. Korean Fried Popcorn Chicken ($14) - The dill ranch aioli dipping sauce that came with it - I could have dunked everything in that. Located on Rainey Street. Polite Staff.

I loved my experience at Anthem! I came here for a birthday dinner with a group of 6 people. Our waitress was very kind, patient and extremely helpful. Everyone loved their food and drinks. Overall a 10/10 place!

Server. Martin Outstanding service He briefed us on the menu Food was amazing Everything was amazing

Pleasantly surprised since I found it on the spot. I had a work lunch here and was impressed with the excellent and expedited service. Located at the start of Rainey Street, the place is tiny, cozy and has really amazing decor and loud color that I love. Did not get to try any of the cocktails since I was there for lunch. Looks like they have a list of mocktails as well. I was very happy with everything that my group ordered but I was most impressed with the cauliflower, which did not make it to photos because that's how good it was. Ask for extra Green goddess dressing on the side and you will not be disappointed. I'm eager to go back and try two other dishes that I was considering today, as well as getting more of the cauliflower. This is certainly a place I will be frequenting when I am downtown. Highly recommend!

What can I say, loved everything about this place, service, outdoor patio, food and best cocktails, glad we decided to eat our 15nth wedding anniversary lunch here!!

This is a great place to grab drinks or eats before a night out at Rainy or downtown Austin. It's like Asian fusion cuisine. I enjoy their crispy shrimps and wings!

Fired okra Sesame seared salmon the noodles with the salmon That's all I have to say.

This establishment was AMAZING! Our waiter was phenomenal. He gave the best recommendations from the menu. We left full bellied and very satisfied with our meals. The vibe was very chill and not too loud at all. We will def be returning!!

Good vibe and good location to be in Austin. The yummy fries were really good with the variety of aoli and truffle yuzu. The brisket burger was flavored well and moist with bun being soft. I would describe anthem as bar food with a twist. It's going to be a bit heavier fare with its gastro pub theme but three ingredients seem to be higher quality than your normal bar foods. I liked my Hilo sandwich. My wife was not as crazy about her salmon.

Anthem is an absolutely gorgeous restaurant with the friendliest staff. I love the unique type of food that you can only get here, and overall, it's just a wonderful dining experience. Our server was very helpful and gave us many good recommendations. When I'm back in town, I'll be sure to come here again My favorite was the Miso Mac Daddy. These mac & cheese balls were fried to perfection and the best toppings to go along with them. I liked the addition of the sweet soy sauce and spicy aioli to provide some more creaminess and extra flavors, but I think it could've gone without the ginger. I like how the ginger provided brightness to the plate, however, I felt like it would've been better without because of its strong flavor.

This place has such good options for food, everything we tried was delicious. We also got some different drinks including the lychee cocktail (not pictured) which was deliciousssss! This place was such a treat, and great for a larger party, our server was also adorable. We had a great night, thanks for serving us!

Went tonight for their all day happy hour. This place was beautiful inside. The bartender was excellent and service was prompt. We really enjoyed the shishito pepper queso and the brisket rangoons!

A cool tiki bar in a really cool area of town. I had a fantastic burger with a gluten free bun - nice. The vibe was ok but it was really empty when we were there. It must get crowded later because I am sure that rent ain't cheap on that street of restaurant row. I would come back for that burger next time I am in town. A side note that will make me sound 110 years old..... the music was turned up so loud I could not hear the person next to me talk. I get setting the mood but I also do enjoy hearing the people I am with too. ?!?!! Perhaps because it was so empty that someone running the volume knob got to get a little crazy? We walked back by a few hours later and there were more people there and the music was at a reasonable level. Summary: Great burger but bring ear plugs.

Way over-priced for what you get. Had the Sesame Salmon, Brisket Rangoon, Espresso Martini, and Mojito. ~78+ tax/tip. The drinks were good but wouldn't recommend the sesame salmon dish. We went in the middle of the day so it was pretty calm and empty inside. Parking in the garage next door was $30.

Great food and drinks!! Love this spot - the ambiance is nice and makes it a perfect place to get a drink and bite on Rainey!

Tried this place two years back, loved the lunch and drinks. Came back with a friend, expected it to be busier, but the service is solid, and the food and drinks are reliably good. Perfect for a quick lunch before hitting Rainey Street.

My husband and I were in town for one night and did a quick search on yelp for dinner. We very happy with our experience at Anthem. Our server Martin was exceptional. He made great suggestions and we loved a couple of the sauces so much he brought us some to take home. We had the brisket Rangoon which we recommend. We shared the chicken sandwich with the sweet potato fries. The fries were so good and aioli was amazing! We had the bread pudding for dessert which was also very good.

My work group and I were in Austin for a conference, and we made a reservation for a very large group (nearly 20) at Anthem. My experiences with large groups at restaurants without a dedicated space for large groups have largely been mediocre over the years, but Anthem did an excellent job accommodating us. Our server was very attentive, and expertly managed an absolutely gigantic group order where all the food was shared. We ordered 3 each of the large shared appetizers - both the meat one and the vegetarian one are worth it, as there are really tasty things in both. In fact, even though I am a meat eater and meat lover, if I could only pick one, I might actually pick the vegetarian one because I thought the items on it were a bit more unique. The fries were also banging, would definitely recommend getting an order of those to pass around.

I love the miso Mac daddy balls. The brisket rangoons are also really good. The aloha burger is a win. I have not had anything I don't like. The pricing is higher than I think it should be but it's not too offensive.

Nice Tiki atmosphere. The Tropical fusion menu has a wide range of options including some Veggie/Vegan. We had a variety of dishes. The char char cauliflower and Coastal shrimp were big hits and the tastiest of the bunch. The Cure sampler appetizer plate was equally delicious. Food is well prepared, tasty and the service is friendly and helpful. Also have a wide selection of cocktails that are unique and tasty.

Perfect Asian fusion spot! Food, drinks, service were all fantastic. Super cute and cozy inside. My favorite was the honey sriracha chicken and the lychee lowdown!

Anthem is the ultimate fusion restaurant, it's "Tex-Asian" food and I never thought of these two together, but Anthem makes it work well. And it looks like a tiki bar, lots of really cute decor and the server and bartenders are fun and friendly. The portions are perfect for sharing. Especially after looking over the menu, you'll want to try everything. The Bartender Heaven was cool and she gave us great recommendations. We enjoyed the Miso Mac Daddy- Pablo deep friend Mac and cheese ball. Not your typical Mac and cheese flavor, and the crunchy outside, goes well with the cheesy-ness inside. We also enjoyed the honey sriracha popcorn chicken, which were crispy and juicy. And the roasted cauliflower set everything off- tender and packed with flavor they almost tasted like meat. We also got small side of queso to dip the cauliflower in (yum). I plan on making a stop at Anthem anytime I'm on Austin.