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QUI Restaurant

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  • Men's Health Mag
    Men's Health MagFebruary 4, 2015
    Funky and fusion-y, chef Paul Qui’s namesake restaurant is a must-visit for foodie pilgrims. A recent tasting menu featured smoked short ribs with fish caramel, yuzu kosho, black lime, and kimchi. Read more
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  • Alice H.heart icon on user image
    Alice HuMarch 20, 2015
    A must try. Fantastic food for an amazing deal. The yellowtail seared table-side (pictured) and wagyu were my favorites. The surprise congee dish was great too!
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  • Eater
    EaterJanuary 7, 2014
    Qui captures so much of what is driving the Austin restaurant scene forward. Qui's mixture of fine dining, molecular, and Filipino influences makes for a unique dining experience. [Eater 38 Member]
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  • Allie M.heart icon on user image
    Allie MahlerMarch 12, 2015
    One of my favorite meals in Austin. There's a vegetarian tasting menu and a regular (meat) tasting menu. Incredible flavors, not afraid of using spice, each dish is divine. Don't miss this!
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  • Nadine
    NadineJanuary 5, 2014
    Get the cabbage with fried chicken skin! Also we prefer the season fruit milk ice cream. It was so flavorful! The cheddar ice cream sandwich was too salty for us.
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  • Cody L.heart icon on user image
    Cody L.February 16, 2014
    Cabbage is phenomenally done. Cheddar cheese ice cream sandwich is a must. Rabbit 7 ways is fun. White ale from Japan is really good if you're doing beer.
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  • Hans C.
    Hans ChoSeptember 5, 2014
    Tasting menu is unbelievable value. If they have the albacore tuna cooked over japanese white oak chips, then you're in for a treat. You must get the chedder cheese ice cream sandwich.
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  • Austin Chronicle
    Austin ChronicleJanuary 15, 2014
    Ever-evolving cuisine from one of Austin's most famous chefs. But despite all that praise, Paul Qui never takes himself too seriously. Check out the pong game on the restaurant's website. Read more
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  • Daniel M.
    Daniel MartinJuly 27, 2013
    Incredible customer service! Sat at the bar & Paul came up a few times to ask how everything was. Fish in a bag and beef tapa were excellent. All desserts were great, especially avocado qui lime pie!
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  • Alex I.heart icon on user image
    Alex InmanMarch 16, 2015
    This is a must go if you're in TX! The constantly rotating prix fixe menu is incredible! Found this gem on Supper: http://supper.mx/places/qui-austin/
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  • Mary!
    Mary!April 18, 2014
    GQ named Qui best new restaurant in America. Food & Wine named Chef Paul Qui Best New Chef. The Tepache was named the official drink of Austin. This deliciousness cannot be explained...experienced.
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  • Taiowa W.heart icon on user image
    Taiowa WanerFebruary 12, 2016
    Tasting menu and the cheddar cheese ice cream ice cream sandwich. The plum wine gin and tonic is off the charts too.
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  • Joshua C.heart icon on user image
    Joshua ChatoSeptember 13, 2013
    The cheddar cheese ice cream sandwich is a must - I wish we had these in Chicago! Everything we ordered was top notch - splurge and try one of everything.
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  • Elizabeth
    ElizabethAugust 3, 2013
    If you are a party of one or two, try sitting at the counter overlooking the kitchen. You can see everything plus the chefs (incl Paul Qui himself) are happy to talk & answer any questions.
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  • Cory O.
    Cory O'BrienFebruary 27, 2014
    QUI was named 'Best New Restaurant of the Year, 2014' by GQ Magazine in February of 2014: "If Paul Qui isn't the most fearless chef in America, he's surely the most confident." Read more
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  • Spenser
    SpenserJune 24, 2013
    Get there early - the line starts behind the building, not easily seen from 6th street. Trust the staff. And yes, the ice cream sandwich is a great finish.
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  • Lisa
    LisaDecember 8, 2013
    Be careful of sbagliato drink. It's sweet but deadly. Must try the homemade cracker and cheez-wiz, pecorino gnocchi, and the cheddar cheese ice cream!
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  • Vonia
    VoniaOctober 19, 2014
    The new tapasesque pre fixe seven course menu was less than ideal; portion sizes, some dishes not great, a la carte options would be nice, although from the industry standpoint (focus on dishes) I see
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  • Kyle B.heart icon on user image
    Kyle BunchFebruary 23, 2014
    Now that GQ named it the best restaurant in America, tables just went from challenging to near impossible...so if you can get in, make it happen.
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  • The Tastes that Make the City
    The tasting menu is the best tasting menu in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more
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  • Sam D.
    Sam DAugust 21, 2014
    Qui's tasting menu had a progression that is unparalleled in scope and will tantalize your soul...
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  • Lane M.
    Lane MusgraveJune 26, 2013
    The rabbit 7 ways was incredible. Broth, Loin, 2 sausages, Belly, Pâté and Breast.
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  • Amanda S.
    Amanda SimpsonSeptember 14, 2013
    Cheddar cheese ice cream sandwich .... Amazing. Get it. Eat it. Don't share it.
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  • Trina H.
    Trina H.November 17, 2013
    Been here 25+ times
    great spot for celebrity sightings. so far I've seen Vince Gilligan, Giancarlo Esposito, and Chef Gordon Ramsay!
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  • Jeff W.
    Jeff WeinsteinMarch 26, 2014
    Go for the tasting menu or share a bunch of small plates. All the veggie dishes were wonderful.
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  • Joshua S.
    Joshua SteinmanAugust 1, 2013
    Memorable meal. The rabbit seven ways is a must. And sit at the bar to get a look into the kitchen.
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  • Shelley H.
    Shelley HallJune 22, 2013
    Get the ice cream sandwich. Perfectly portioned, don't share you'll want it all.
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  • Aaron J.
    Aaron JonesJune 15, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    If they've already sold out of the boeuf, then the butter salmon is fantastic! Also, the cocktails are great!
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  • Adam L.
    Adam LaiacanoOctober 18, 2014
    Sit down, eat any and every thing they give you, then just hand over your wallet. It will be worth it.
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  • Kyle B.heart icon on user image
    Kyle BunchJanuary 17, 2014
    It's received its share of mixed reviews, but Paul Qui's eponymous flagship is still a must-try for any self-professed foodie.
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  • Haruka M.
    Haruka MeyerJune 19, 2014
    Excellent! Black rice was my favorite tonight!
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  • Greg A.heart icon on user image
    Greg AckermanJuly 3, 2013
    Save room for dessert, the Qui lime pie and white cheddar ice cream sandwich is delicious!
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  • Anna W.
    Anna WeissDecember 16, 2014
    Chef here won Top Chef; recommended: Rabbit 7 Ways or cote du boeuf
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  • Kyle B.heart icon on user image
    Kyle BunchFebruary 24, 2013
    If you can get a table at Paul Qui's new flagship restaurant, don't hesitate. Sure to be THE spot in 2013.
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  • David Y.
    David YauJuly 17, 2013
    Can't go wrong with salmon butter!
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  • Jason D.
    Jason DentAugust 1, 2013
    Sit at the counter. It's great to watch and interact with the chefs.
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  • Angie H.heart icon on user image
    Angie HarmonMarch 9, 2016
    Extremely cheap for a tasting menu. Super awesome!
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  • Caroline A.
    Caroline AnneJuly 11, 2013
    Everything was downright amazing here, especially the avocado key like pie.
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  • Stephanie R.heart icon on user image
    Stephanie RivkinFebruary 1, 2015
    Unbelievable tasting menu experience. Our waiter, Xavier, was incredible.
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  • Joan S.
    Joan StewartAugust 25, 2013
    Get there early. They don't take reservations and will frequently run out of popular items.
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  • Brett W.
    Brett WesterveltJuly 23, 2013
    Nice interview with pastry chefs Monica Glenn and Jorge Hernandez about developing Qui's dessert menu. Read more
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  • AMBER B.heart icon on user image
    AMBER BEDOLLAMay 9, 2014
    Fate bell cup is a delicious fancy cocktail
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  • Rob E.
    Rob EberhardtJune 23, 2013
    The ice cream sandwich is heavenly - do not skip out on it
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  • Jeff S.
    Jeff SmithJuly 17, 2013
    The homemade crackers & homemade cheez-wiz are the shit!
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  • Lina R.heart icon on user image
    Lina RomasantsDecember 29, 2013
    The best seats are the counter facing the kitchen.
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  • Colinheart icon on user image
    ColinOctober 6, 2014
    The cutting edge culinary experience in Austin
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  • trey t.heart icon on user image
    trey trosclairOctober 19, 2014
    Line cook served food licked the utensils and served more food with same utensils! #ebola
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  • AMBER B.heart icon on user image
    AMBER BEDOLLAMay 9, 2014
    Cheddar cheese ice cream
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  • Robin F.
    Robin FitzgeraldSeptember 24, 2013
    Seafood dishes are amaz here!
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  • DarkSkin 🌺 Q.
    The Ode to Michel Bras is amazing.
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