"The Michelin Guide and Austin diners seeking a memorable special-occasion meal concur: Hestia, the upscale New American restaurant from the lauded team behind Emmer & Rye, represents one of the city’s finest culinary experiences. At Hestia, you’ll find stellar patio views of Downtown, expertly-prepared live fire dishes and excellent desserts, and the choice to order a la carte or to partake of Hestia’s acclaimed chef’s tasting menu. Dishes like the uni with bread pudding and Texas Wagyu sirloin with pecan salsa macha show off Hestia’s skill with specialized ingredients and balanced flavors. Bonus: Hestia provides parking validation at its nearby garage." - Taylor Tobin
"Hestia is one of the few spots in town where a suit doesn’t feel out of place. Pair that with local ingredients cooked on a live-fire hearth, an excellent wine list, and a dining room that feels like it was plucked out of a much bigger city, and you get Hestia, one of our favorite spots Downtown for a fancy night out. It’s not cheap—expect to drop a few bills on the experience—which makes it great for celebrations, anniversaries, or impressing that special someone. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - nicolai mccrary, raphael brion
"Hestia is one of the few spots in town where a suit doesn’t feel out of place. Pair that with local ingredients cooked on a live fire hearth, an excellent wine list, and a dining room that feels like it was plucked out of a much bigger city, and you get Hestia, one of our favorite spots Downtown for a fancy night out. It’s not cheap, so expect to drop a few bills on the experience. But when you want to celebrate a special occasion—or if work’s paying—it’s a tough spot to beat. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - nicolai mccrary
"Hestia is one of the few spots in town where a suit doesn’t feel out of place. Pair that with local ingredients cooked over a live fire, an excellent wine list, and a dining room that looks like it was plucked out of a much bigger city, and you get one of our favorite spots Downtown for a fancy night out. Nearly everything on the menu is cooked on a 20-foot hearth that anchors the dining room, but this isn’t some rustic cowboy hibachi experience. You won’t necessarily see most of the live fire action, though you’ll certainly taste its effects in various forms, from ash-aged chevre to hearth-roasted beets. There’s an a la carte menu if you’ve got your eye set on that 12-oz. Texas wagyu ribeye with smoked beef lardo, but we recommend the tasting menu for the full experience. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - nicolai mccrary
"This Japanese-style dessert starts with a small mountain of flavored shaved ice, then gets topped with ice cream and other garnishes that change out seasonally. Our version paired alternating layers of finely shaved rosemary and apple ice with spiced honey ice cream, salted cream, matcha, and white chocolate on top. It’s almost as beautiful to look at as it is to eat—just don’t stare too long, because it melts quickly. Get access to exclusive reservations at this spot with Chase Sapphire Reserve. New cardmembers get $300 in annual dining statement credits." - nicolai mccrary