Manuel's

“We had an amazing dinner at Manuel's with a group of 8, and they accommodated us seamlessly. From the moment we arrived, the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly. The atmosphere strikes the perfect balance between upscale and inviting, making it a great spot for both special occasions and a nice night out. The food was outstanding. The wild-caught black drum was perfectly cooked and topped with an incredible chipotle salsa that added just the right amount of flavor without overpowering the fish. The beef tenderloin was equally impressive, especially with the rich poblano goat cheese butter—it was absolutely delicious. For drinks, the Prickly Pear Frozen Margarita was refreshing and one of the best frozen margs I've had, and the Pink Chihuahua cocktail was just as well-crafted. Overall, Manuel's delivered a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. Great food, exceptional cocktails, excellent service, and an elegant atmosphere. We'll definitely be back!”

“Manuel’s feels like a hidden fine-dining gem for Mexican cuisine. From the moment you walk in, the experience feels elevated without being pretentious. The food is outstanding, with every dish thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor. One thing that really stands out is that they make their own sauces in-house, and you can taste the difference. The flavors are fresh, authentic, and beautifully balanced. The cocktails are also excellent and pair perfectly with the menu. The service is attentive, friendly, and professional, making the entire dining experience enjoyable from start to finish. Reservations through Resy are easy and highly recommended, especially during busy times. If you’re looking for high-quality Mexican food, handcrafted cocktails, and a hidden fine-dining experience, Manuel’s is absolutely worth a visit.”

“We have been dining at Manuel’s for about 10 years now. It’s always been a staple and their food is delicious. Our service is always stellar but ask for Antonio if you can! He’s the best. We normally we get the mole con queso to start as appetizer, always very good and flavorful mole. The best soup is the poblano soup! We prefer it without tortillas strips. They bring it out to your table and pour it table-side. Seriously the best tasting soup! Our go to meals are the enchiladas which are yummie and in our opinion best in town. Cheese enchiladas with verde and suiza and another with the bandera sauce. Another delicious meal option I rotate in is the chile relleno en nogada, always flavorful and cooked perfectly. Lastly are go to drinks are frozen, with mango and tequila on the side as mexican martinis or micheladas. Encourage everyone to sit outside on the patio if the weather is good. It’s beautiful.”

“Manuel’s is one of my FAVORITE restaurants in Austin, TX. I have been going there for 30 years, but within the last year, at least once a week for lunch, and an occasional dinner. Their menu of interior Mexican food is by far the BEST around. Their Spinach Epinacas Salad with Wild Drum is out of this world, as are their crab nachos, and ALL their soups, especially their tortilla soup (which is the BEST of ANY tortilla soup I have ever had)! Their MARGARITAS ARE TO DIE FOR, especially the Prickly Pear Margarita. Everything on their menu is fantastic. This is NOT Tex-Mex; it’s the real deal With the finest of ingredients and fabulous blend of spices and tastes That are OUT OF THIS WORLD!!! Their wait staff is professional and attentive. There’s nothing they will not do to make your meal and experience a delight. The atmosphere is also extremely inviting, both inside and outside on their patio built around a 300 year-old live oak tree. You will NEVER regret having dined there!”

“I think this is a beautiful restaurant. Went with my 2 sisters and i loved the decor. Our waiter Mario was really really cool and really nice. To be honest i didn't want to like the black beans because i think beans should be brown. But damn they were the best thing i ate.”