Justine's Brasserie is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

1. Justine's Brasserie

8.5
4710 E 5th St, Austin, TX
French Restaurant · 107 tips and reviews

Tarah F.Tarah Feinberg: Get the escargot. Perfectly cooked, superb garlic oil.

Michael O.Michael Osborne: Go to Justine's Brasserie and

Jim T.Jim Taylor: One of Austin's top spots. Amazing French foods and the odd live performance :) Found it here: http://supper.mx/places/justines-brasserie-austin/

The Belmont is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

2. The Belmont

7.8
305 W 6th St (Lavaca St.), Austin, TX
Music Venue · Downtown Austin · 66 tips and reviews

Scion AdvisorScion Advisor: Loungey live acts, dim lighting, leather booths, and a happening roof draw downtown office workers for after-work replenishment. Read more.

Lauro G.Lauro G.: Great staff. Sunday Brunch is really awesome. Bottomless Mimosas! Read more.

Nikon USANikon USA: Capture photos of the incredible performances with WiFi connected Nikon cameras steps away from the stage & instantly share them with your friends! Follow #NikonWarnerSound for the latest party info.

Imperia is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

3. Imperia

310 Colorado St (at W. 4th St.), Austin, TX
Sushi Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 48 tips and reviews

Ana V.Ana Velazquez: Great reverse happy hour (9-close) prices! Laid back atmosphere & dim lighting, along w/a DJ playing cool jams makes for perfect date night!

Chaz N.Chaz Nailor: Amazing space. Sit in the lounge, listen to chill tunes, and try the must-have calamari

CheapismCheapism: Stop by on weekdays between 4-7pm (5:30-7 weekends) for $5 Dim Sum, $5 specialty cocktails and 2 for 1 sushi. The atmosphere is queit and the lighting is low.

Epoch Coffee is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

4. Epoch Coffee

8.6
221 W North Loop Blvd (At Chesterfield Ave.), Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · North Loop · 127 tips and reviews

Social N.Social News Network: Come here and cram your life away. They have a ton of parking and don't tow on an hourly basis, so it's a quiet/quaint study location. Excellent Mexican Mocha and low lights.

Lisa H.Lisa Hinchliffe: Fantastic outdoor seating with wifi and electricity! Perfect with the amazing coffee drinks.

Ryan J.Ryan Jones: Is it just me, or when I went there me, that thought the unlabeled-door-in-the-back-is-actually-bathroom thing was confusing

Cherrywood Coffeehouse is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

5. Cherrywood Coffeehouse

8.6
1400 E 38th 1/2 St, Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · Upper Boggy Creek · 127 tips and reviews

Gigi 🎀Gigi 🎀: Dim lighting at night, slow wifi

Kaitlin D.Kaitlin Decker: Loved the hash browns! Come before 9 or after 1030 to beat the morning rush.

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: This comfy spot with its welcoming vibe and kid- and dog-friendly patio has been whole-heartedly embraced as the neighborhood hangout in Cherrywood. Get the soul-satisfying Sol taco or a muffaletta. Read more.

III Forks is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

6. III Forks

7.8
111 Lavaca St (E 1st St), Austin, TX
Steakhouse · Downtown Austin · 45 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Chiavetta: It's a steakhouse so get yourself the bone in filet (its premium meat so go med rare or rare)or filet and lobster with the butter by candle light. Say yes the creamed corn and the fresh tomatoes.

ASK Gwen C.ASK Gwen Cash: Just make sure you tell the chef to go light on the garlic as sometimes it can be a little to garlicky.

Dan M.Dan Mateer: Sat down and there were 2 forks on my place at the table. Little disappointed.

The Goodnight is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

7. The Goodnight

2700 W Anderson Ln #101 (W. Anderson Ln & Burnet Rd.), Austin, TX
Bar · North Shoal Creek · 55 tips and reviews

Sarah C.Sarah C: Beautifully decorated, low light. The music even on a Sunday evening was too loud. Add the crash of bowling balls, the crack of pool cues - a little too noisy. Great food and cocktail menu.

Dawn G.Dawn Ginn: Love that the sodas and ginger beer are corn syrup free! Try the Moscow Mule! Very refreshing!

Kyle B.Kyle Bunch: Congratulations, you've found the city's best collection of Ed Hardy shirts!

Barton Springs Pool is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

8. Barton Springs Pool

9.3
2101 Barton Springs Rd (at William Barton Dr), Austin, TX
Swimming Pool · Barton Hills · 211 tips and reviews

Brad K.Brad King: I recommend bringing a book (and sunscreen) and reading on the side of the hill. The kids/families are on the shallow end (near the entrance); the adults are by the deep end. Do it!

HISTORYHISTORY: Three acres in size, the pool is fed from under ground springs and is on average 68 degrees year round. Over the years it has drawn people from all walks of life.

Laughing SquidLaughing Squid: Pack light, bring a towel, some snacks, lay on the lawn and when it gets too hot, just dive right in. The cold water is nearly unbearable for only a short spell. Bring $mall bills for admission.

Texas State Capitol is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

9. Texas State Capitol

9.2
112 E 11th St (at Congress Ave), Austin, TX
Capitol Building · Downtown Austin · 222 tips and reviews

JoycottJoycott: There is a new awesome coffee bar that serves up yummy fair trade coffee! Wander the capitol and sip on something delicious.

HISTORYHISTORY: In one of the largest barter transactions in recorded history, the builders of the capitol were paid with over three-million acres of public land in the Texas Panhandle.

Visit AustinVisit Austin: It's where the politicos are shaking in Texas, well, at least for 90 days every other year. And the dome is 6 ft higher than the U.S. Capitol!

Four Seasons Hotel Austin is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

10. Four Seasons Hotel Austin

8.9
98 San Jacinto Blvd (at E Cesar Chavez St), Austin, TX
Hotel · Downtown Austin · 78 tips and reviews

Austin American-StatesmanAustin American-Statesman: Austin’s Four Seasons is located right on the lake, yet is walking distance to most of Austin’s downtown attractions (except, maybe when it’s 100 degrees outside).

Big BoiBig Boi: Do not disturb.

Collin D.Collin Douma: Gin and Soda is unofficial drink of SXSW

Blue Dahlia Bistro is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

11. Blue Dahlia Bistro

1115 E 11th St, Austin, TX
Café · Central East Austin · 133 tips and reviews

Marta T.Marta Tsoneva: The salmon tartine is very delicious! And try to get here on time for the happy hour - before 6:30 PM.

Mitchamorchell S.Mitchamorchell Sebastian: Blueberry Blintzes with Sweet Ricotta ♥

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: An early component of the East 11th Street renaissance, this is a restful, reliable spot for French-inspired snacks and light meals. The luscious, open-faced tartines are highly recommended. Read more.

The Steeping Room is one of The 13 Best Dimly-Lit Places in Austin.

12. The Steeping Room

11410 Century Oaks Ter Ste 112 (The Domain), Austin, TX
Tea Room · North Burnet · 118 tips and reviews

Andra N.Andra Nickerson: The Buddha bowl, TLT, Tao salad, and coconut tea are musts!! Happy hour prices are amazing too :)

H. S.H. Stackhouse: Oh my heavens-new to Austin or not, you've gotta check out this place. Fresh food, healthy choices and a great staff to-boot! Read more.

Danielle O.Danielle Ortega: The salted toffee chocolate cookie is amazing.