Austin restaurants worth escaping the heat inside

Beat The Heat: Austin Restaurants with Beautiful Interiors

Austin restaurants worth escaping the heat inside

Beat The Heat: Austin Restaurants with Beautiful Interiors

This guide unveils a haven of restaurants offering respite from the heat, each boasting unique ambiance and delectable cuisine. So, grab your shades, ditch the sweat, and embark on a culinary adventure through Austin's coolest summer escapes.

The Well

The Well

440 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701

440 W 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701

Food from The Well
Food from The Well
Drinks from The Well
Drinks from The Well
The Well Interior
The Well Interior

A chic health-conscious restaurant that focuses on providing nutrient dense options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The Well is your destination for food fuel throughout the festival weekend. Located in the heart of downtown, we recommend going in for brunch or lunch, or picking up takeout for your group.

upscale FINE DINING

upscale FINE DINING

The Guest House

The Guest House

110 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78701

110 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78701

Interior of The Guest House
Interior of The Guest House
Pastries from The Guest House
Pastries from The Guest House
The Guest House drink
The Guest House drink

A new destination dedicated to redefining the fine dining experience through innovative cocktails and timeless dishes with a modern twist. Their Alice in Wonderland-themed cocktail menu is sure to bring some whimsy into your evening while sitting amongst their elegant atmosphere.

Menu Must-Have: Spicy Rigatoni

TenTen

TenTen

501 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701

501 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701

TenTen Interior

Embrace the serenity of Japanese minimalism at TenTen. This sleek and modern restaurant features clean lines and a focus on natural light, creating a calming oasis for enjoying exquisite sushi and innovative Japanese cuisine in a cool and refreshing setting.

Subterra Agave Bar

Subterra Agave Bar

800 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

800 W Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701

Subterra Agave Bar

Descend into a subterranean oasis at Subterra Agave Bar. This dimly lit and stylish space below Ember Kitchen offers a cool retreat from the sun, while the extensive tequila selection and innovative agave-based cocktails provide ample opportunity to quench your thirst.

Devil May Care

Devil May Care

500 W 6th St Suite 100, Austin, TX 78701

500 W 6th St Suite 100, Austin, TX 78701

Devil May Care Food

Walk down the stairs off West 6th Street in Austin, TX to uncover a space with sleek design, sensual vibes, and unique drinks. Known for its eclectic parties and soulful music, Devil May Care is a great place to get dressed up and experience the underground sounds of the evening.

Cape Bottle Room

Cape Bottle Room

500 San Marcos St. #102, Austin, TX, 78702

500 San Marcos St. #102, Austin, TX, 78702

Cape Bottle Room Interior

Cape Bottle Room aims to eliminate the pretense people associate with wine and focus purely on its enjoyment and the uniqueness South Africa brings. South Africa radiates creativity, community and sustainability with a similar exuberance to Austin. They want diners to drink wine like they drink beer - casual, low pressure, and all about a great experience.