The Driskill Bar is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

1. The Driskill Bar

8.6
604 Brazos St (6th St), Austin, TX
Hotel Bar · Downtown Austin · 117 tips and reviews

elizabeth S.elizabeth Scott: Great bar, friendly folks, fancy vibe.

Social N.Social News Network: This is one of the classiest bars in Austin. Go during happy hour for cheap appetizers and drinks, otherwise expect to pay a little extra for the nice atmosphere!

Cindy F.Cindy Friis: Nice relaxing swanky bar!

Lambert's Downtown BBQ is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

2. Lambert's Downtown BBQ

8.5
401 W 2nd St (at Guadalupe St), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · Downtown Austin · 302 tips and reviews

Mark B.Mark Boscariol: Great BBQ joint, Upscale but not too upscale. Had the smoked quail and our table shared the charcuterie plate, grits and mac 'n cheese. Everything we tried was great

National Geographic Traveller (UK)National Geographic Traveller (UK): Offers a classier bistro-style take on the ubiquitous barbecued meats, and boy does it do a good job, with wonderfully complex flavours and live music upstairs most nights Read more.

Dianne H.Dianne Hillhouse: My go to recommendation for visitors to Austin. Upscale bbq, everything on Boar ribs, ribeye, lamb chops, trout, Fritos pie, grilled oysters. The most incredible brunch spread -$40, but so worth it.

The Driskill is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

3. The Driskill

8.9
604 Brazos Street, Austin, TX
Hotel · Downtown Austin · 169 tips and reviews

Lola C.Lola Chickenpant: The classiest happy hour in Austin. Awesome.

S L.S L: Fancy schamancy!

Kelly B.Kelly Briley: Cozy and classy, but probably best to avoid on a weekend night if you want to get s spot to sit.

The Domain is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

4. The Domain

8.9
11410 Century Oaks Terrace (Palm Way), Austin, TX
Shopping Plaza · 78 tips and reviews

VoniaVonia: I prefer the less upscale areas in Austin, but nice to walk around, especially during The Christmas Holidays.

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hall: Austin's upscale outdoor mall with every kind of name brand you can think of including a Tesla dealership, Louis Vuitton, and Burberry!

Angela S.Angela Skees: For dfw people: it's like the galleria and mocking bird station had a baby. High end shops in an open air walking setting. Lovely. Parking garages have a 7ft height limit, FYI.

Fixe Austin is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

5. Fixe Austin

8.8
500 W 5th St, Austin, TX
Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 42 tips and reviews

Matt F.Matt Ferrari: Best restaurant I've eaten at to date in Austin. Upscale Southern comfort food with amazing bourbon selection. Ask for bacon in your bourbon here!

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: A high end take on southern, comfort food. Nothing bad but think Ola does it better. Biscuits have a bit of an after taste

Jim T.Jim Taylor: Modern twist on Southern classics. You gotta order the potato salad. Went here on recommendation from Supper: http://supper.mx/places/fixe-austin/

Soto Japanese Cuisine is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

6. Soto Japanese Cuisine

8.8
11066 Pecan Park Blvd Suite 404, Austin, TX
Sushi Restaurant · 53 tips and reviews

Sal H.Sal H: Fine dining with amazing service and quality. Purposed to my future wife had a night to remember thanks to Soto. 😄💍👍💏 Greatest food I ever tasted.

Benjamin A.Benjamin Arnold: The lunch options were amazing. Great if you're looking for a cheap date the feels like a fancy dinner or a business lunch.

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: A hybrid of Japanese flavors and Continental techniques, Soto brings elegance and family cooking to the table. Try the magical tiger maki roll or the mango kobe for an unforgettable experience. Read more.

Fonda San Miguel is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

7. Fonda San Miguel

8.9
2330 W North Loop Blvd (at Hancock Dr.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Allandale · 80 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This Austin fine dining classic was the first to offer interior-style Mexican food in Austin. Their mole is some of Austin's best, and their dining room is charming and playful. [Eater 38 Member]

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: Three decades serving Interior Mexican cuisine (cochinita pibil, pescado veracruzano) surrounded by vibrant art and an organic garden makes this fine dining spot one of the loveliest anywhere.

Elizabeth H.Elizabeth Hall: Best authentic interior Mexico cuisine in Austin plus a classy yet casual ambiance!

Perry's Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

8. Perry's Steakhouse

8.9
114 W 7th St (at Colorado St), Austin, TX
Steakhouse · Downtown Austin · 114 tips and reviews

Jay H.Jay Hartwig: Fancy place! I'll have a beer.

ShadiShadi: Located in an old safe /bank which is fantastic. Food is good. Not the best in town but if you want to have a fancy evening this is the place.

Laurie H.Laurie H: OMFG. The peanut bar dessert is literally to die for!! Also, order the pork chop. It's even better than the delicious steaks.

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

9. Eddie V's Prime Seafood

9.0
9400B Arboretum Blvd, Austin, TX
Seafood Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

gregg e.gregg early: Nice upscale place with a good bar scene. Great ribeye and non-traditional but very good crab cake.

Angel P.Angel Perez: Best service in town! Everything on their menu will be amazing!

Sam D.Sam D: The tuna tartare is amazing and flavored with a very fragrant sesame oil

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

10. Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

8.4
11600 Century Oaks Ter Ste 140 (The Domain), Austin, TX
Steakhouse · North Burnet · 36 tips and reviews

Megan F.Megan Fernandez: The WORST high end restaurant I have EVER been to! The food was sub par. Server treated us like we were high school kids that didn't know what we were doing. The dessert was ill prepared. Never again.

Josh A.Josh A: Delicious steaks and high end service. Menu is a bit limited beyond that but what were you expecting?

J B.J Burgess: Sole, not so hot, Pork Chops well done excellent. Side dish creamed spinich, creme bulait & margarita : Excellent!

JW Marriott Austin is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

11. JW Marriott Austin

9.0
110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX
Hotel · 48 tips and reviews

Mariia R.Mariia Ryabinski: Just ok. But bathroom looks more fancy then usually in hotels and conditioner for hair better. Starbucks on the second floor but no healthy food like yogurt, only outmeal at morning. Good restaurants

Borys P.Borys Pierov: Newly built and pretty fancy one - was there for a conference, liked it from a venue standpoint

Daniel M.Daniel McDonough: Great hotel with good bars and restaurants. The staff is very helpful and the location is perfect for access downtown Austin. Highly recommend!

Midnight Cowboy is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

12. Midnight Cowboy

8.5
313 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Speakeasy · Downtown Austin · 76 tips and reviews

Men's Health MagMen's Health Mag: Located in a former message parlor of ill repute, this fancy drink mecca makes seasonal cocktails and has big leather booths perfect for settling into for an hour—or three. Read more.

Jesse N.Jesse Newland: Classy craft cocktails in a speakeasy setting.

Jenny S.Jenny Stewart: A hidden gem. Delicious (and strong) craft cocktails in an intimate setting. The building has an interesting story! Bookable small rooms out back for 5-8 people, plus they have a small terrace.

Hestia is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

13. Hestia

8.9
607 W 3rd St, Austin, TX
Steakhouse · Downtown Austin · 9 tips and reviews

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: New fine dining spot with really creative menu and excellent cocktails (mezcal one). Do: shrimp & scallop snacks, potato, broccoli. Steak was nicely charred

Thomas K.Thomas Knüwer: Bold flavors in surprising combinations - outstanding restaurant.

AmateurConciergeAmateurConcierge: Salsify, carpaccio, wagyu bavette, lions mane, sourdough ice cream, shaved ice joint. Mezcal carrot cocktail

Hotel Van Zandt is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

14. Hotel Van Zandt

9.1
605 Davis Street (Red River), Austin, TX
Hotel · Downtown Austin · 16 tips and reviews

Ariel D.Ariel D: Cannot say enough good things about this hotel and the service we received here. Perfect for millennials: swanky decor, free bikes, happy hour, and coffee! Loved IT ALL!

LindsayeLindsaye: Most amazing hotel in Austin! Go for the spa room!!

Patricia L.Patricia Lee: Yoga mat for me, dog toy for him. 💙

Roaring Fork is one of The 15 Best Fancy Places in Austin.

15. Roaring Fork

8.5
10850 Stonelake Blvd (N Mopac Expwy), Austin, TX
Steakhouse · Stonelake Office Park · 69 tips and reviews

Roger W.Roger Willis: Delicious classy restaurant. Got a bar with tvs for sports. Great brunch.

Sara L.Sara Lasseter: Great happy hour specials! Always busy at happy hour at north location, fun spot for grabbing drinks

CultureMap AustinCultureMap Austin: We highly recommend the Big Ass Burger, unless you're too embarrassed to order a burger with a ridiculous name like that.