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The Carillon

The Carillon

New American Restaurant and American Restaurant$$$$
University of Texas-Austin, Austin
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    Has a stamp of approval from Serious Eats and Austin Chronicle
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    Debra E.
    "Chef Josh Watkins's delightfully impressive gluten-free menu..."(4 Tips)
    Austin P.
    "Our group loved the mero, the rack of lamb, and the pork belly."(6 Tips)
    Karina K.
    "Braised short ribs were delicious and so was the kale salad"(2 Tips)
    Alyx H.
    "crispy pork belly"(2 Tips)
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  • Alyx H.heart icon on user image
    Alyx HeartcoreMarch 10, 2013
    There's only a few meals that are worth crying over and the one I had at The Carillon was worth every tear. Try the scallops, the crispy pork belly, braised short ribs and dark chocolate terrine.
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    Roger RayOctober 2, 2016
    The food & service both excellent. Not huge servings, all extremely good & unique. We had fried quail, lamb chops, cheese & charcuterie combo starter (superb). Our fav was fried peach tart dessert.
  • Austin P.
    Austin PawsApril 20, 2014
    Check out the updated and flexible menu - small and large plates. Our group loved the mero, the rack of lamb, and the pork belly. All were beautifully presented and delicious. (Apr 2014)
  • Serious Eats
    Serious EatsMarch 5, 2013
    Chef Josh Watkins has transformed The Carillon into one of the top restaurants in town. No small feat considering its location, and the crispy pork belly is a can't-miss dish.
  • ASK Gwen C.
    ASK Gwen CashJune 21, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The best gourmet burgers in Austin. Try their burgers with any of these toppings and you will think you went to heaven: foie gras, or pork belly with the truffle oil aioli spread.
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    IrinaSeptember 5, 2014
    Good for special occasions requiring intimate, but open setting. The service is top-notch (you get a small cadre of wait staff assigned to your table). A bit on the pretentious side, overall.
  • ArtJonakheart icon on user image
    ArtJonakMarch 11, 2013
    Great for special occasions with friends as you explore the exceptional flavor combinations of the tasting menu together. Chef Josh Watkins is an artist...turning Texas ingredients into haute cuisine.
  • Christina S.
    Christina SteelMay 25, 2016
    Loved the romaine salad; smoked duck & charred romaine made a great pair. Complex & balanced! Yellow tomato gazpacho needs to be on the menu!
  • Austin Chronicle
    Austin ChronicleJune 17, 2013
    This cavernous campus-area space is a little fancy-pants for the average student, but quite reasonable for high-class delicious fare of this caliber and innovation. Read more
  • Cliff H.heart icon on user image
    Cliff HazellJuly 19, 2017
    Booze, food and the service. All excellent. Recommend the cocktails
  • Amy L.heart icon on user image
    Amy LawderJuly 13, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Of course the pork belly. But the veal cheek is AMAZING. The drinks are great. The staff is incredible. And the chocolate martinis make the best dessert.
  • Josh A.heart icon on user image
    Josh ANovember 16, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    Excellent food, well used gastronomy. Good options for pairings or a la cart. They validate parking.
  • Debra E.
    Debra EvansAugust 23, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Chef Josh Watkins's delightfully impressive gluten-free menu options help make this the best fine dining establishment in town.
  • Karina K.
    Karina KerrFebruary 9, 2015
    Braised short ribs were delicious and so was the kale salad
  • Debra E.
    Debra EvansAugust 22, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The best gluten-free fine dining establishment in Austin, hands down.
  • Alex G.
    Alex GAugust 24, 2014
    Any plate you get, amazing
  • CraveThis
    CraveThisApril 15, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Start w/ the Crisp Pork Belly w/ Diablo Glaze & follow w/ the TX Coffee Rubbed NY Strip - Chef Josh Watkins delivers stellar food!! Read more
  • Charles E.
    Charles EdgeJanuary 29, 2012
    Everything is bigger in Texas, especially the omelets!
  • Duy H.
    Duy HuynhMarch 6, 2012
    Tip on Foie Gras Burger: "I didnt know that Austin is one hell of a kitchen!". Read more
  • Evan M.
    Evan MonserrateJune 12, 2011
    The sea scallops and beef tenderloin are inredible!
  • April T.
    April ThompsonNovember 10, 2011
    The White Tuna Mundo is delicious!
  • Tom B.
    Tom BurrittDecember 7, 2009
    Great place to hear a concert..
  • Tony F.
    Tony FreySeptember 29, 2011
    Terrible breakfast buffet. Not recommended.
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