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Dining Guide

At the hotel

Gabriel’s Café

Enjoy popular food in a more relaxed environment. Gabriel’s Café serves lunch, dinner, and happy hour, and is a perfect spot to watch a game or socialize after a productive day. Located on the hotel side lower lobby (Level LL), inside the University Avenue entrance. Patio dining is available. Sunday - Thursday: 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 11 a.m. - 12 a.m. Happy Hour: Monday - Friday, 4 - 7 p.m.


One Twenty 5 Café

Many of our guests live on the move. One Twenty 5 Café offers made-to-order coffee drinks and grab-and-go staples that will keep you fueled and caffeinated while you’re on the go. Items in the refrigerators are available for purchase at the Spirit Gift Shop or Front Desk when the café is closed. Located on the hotel side lobby level (Level L), across from The Spirit Gift Shop. Open Daily, 6:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.


The Carillon

Come experience creations from an exemplary culinary team. Fresh ingredients, sophisticated flavor profiles, and attentive service summarize our flagship restaurant. Located on the hotel side lower lobby (Level LL), inside the University Avenue entrance. We have multiple private rooms for group dining. Breakfast: Monday - Friday, 6:30 - 10 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, 7 - 11 a.m. Lunch: Monday - Friday, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday, 5 - 10 p.m. Happy Hour, 5 - 6:30 p.m.


Moontower Café

This spacious, counter-service eatery provides a casual environment to grab a quick bite. Enjoy items made-to-order at the grill or create your own salad. Coffee, drinks, and pastries are also available. Located in Rowling Hall, across Whitis Avenue from the conference center. Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. Friday, 7 - 11 a.m.


MORE NEARBY OPTIONS


1914 Noodles and More

0.1 Miles from the hotel. 1914 Guadalupe St #A, Austin, TX 78705 +1 737-484-1378 $10–20
Chinese noodle classics and fun teas.


Pinch

0.1 Miles from the hotel. 2011 Whitis Ave, Austin, TX 78705 $1–10
Walk-up window with Asian-inspired bento boxes served with rice, veggies, & choice of protein. LGBTQ+ friendly


SouthCloud Ramen

0.1 Miles from the hotel. 1914 Guadalupe St #A, Austin, TX 78705 +1 737-484-1378 $10–20
Contemporary campus counter-service eatery with multiple varieties of ramen, noodles & poke. LGBTQ+ friendly


Acre 41

0.2 Miles from the hotel. 1901 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 737-243-9020 $50–100
Clubby New American restaurant specializing in burgers & steaks, plus happy hours & weekend brunch. LGBTQ+ friendly


Burger Bar

0.2 Miles from the hotel. 1901 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 737-473-8900 $10–20
great burgers... Cool atmosphere... LGBTQ+ friendly


China Family Restaurant

0.2 Miles from the hotel. 1914 Guadalupe St b, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-284-7671 $10–20
Small counter-order spot serving Sichuan dishes & American Chinese in a no-frills environment.


UTea Pho

0.2 Miles from the hotel. 2222 Rio Grande St b120, Austin, TX 78705 $10–20
Informal locale with a patio whipping up pho noodle soups, rice plates & other Vietnamese dishes. LGBTQ+ friendly


Goodall's Kitchen

0.2 Miles from the hotel. 1900 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-495-1800 $20–30
Sophisticated restaurant in the Hotel Ella serving New American fare & drinks in an elegant space. LGBTQ+ friendly


Oma's Kitchen

0.2 Miles from the hotel. 2025 Guadalupe St #226, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-472-8018 $10–20
No-frills, collegial restaurant for Korean mainstays such as bibimbop & bulgogi.


CoCo's Cafe

0.3 Miles from the hotel. 1910 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-236-9398 $10–20
Rice & noodle dishes complemented by an array of Taiwanese drinks, including popular bubble teas. LGBTQ+ friendly


Kesos Tacos

0.3 Miles from the hotel. 600 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-992-0427 $10–20
Popular counter serve offering a wide range of creative tacos, margaritas & brews in a modern space.


sweetgreen

0.4 Miles from the hotel. 2234 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 737-255-8800 $10–20
Locavore-friendly counter-serve chain specializing in organic salads & bowls. LGBTQ+ friendly


Alpetra plus

0.6 Miles from the hotel. 501 W 24th St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-621-9684 $10–20
Middle Eastern and American Cuisine.


CAVA

0.6 Miles from the hotel. 2426 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-215-4003 $10–20
Mediterranean restaurant for thoughtful food with customizable greens & grains bowls, pitas & salad.


Pluckers Wing Bar

0.6 Miles from the hotel. 2222 Rio Grande St Ste D116, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-469-9464 $10–20
Sports bar & grill offering wings, burgers & more, plus trivia nights.


Halal Bros

0.7 Miles from the hotel. 2712 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-284-8105 $10–20
Middle Eastern fare, from kebabs to stuffed pitas, in a bright cafe with seats & a take-out counter.


Kerbey Lane Cafe - University

0.7 Miles from the hotel. 2606 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-477-5717 $10–20
Family-owned diner serving made-from-scratch comfort food


Raku Sushi & Asian Bistro

0.7 Miles from the hotel. 2222 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-297-2778 $$
Unpretentious destination offering a variety of specialty sushi rolls, yakisoba dishes & fried rice.


Roppolo’s Pizzeria West Campus

0.7 Miles from the hotel. 2604 Guadalupe St Ste A, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-265-2121 $1–10
Huge pizza slices and excellent service.


Zombie Taco

0.7 Miles from the hotel. 2552 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 737-802-3358 $10–20
Trendy 24-hour counter-serve restaurant dishing up Mexican eats, such as tacos & burritos. LGBTQ+ friendly


Mile High Mo's Austin - First Class Food

0.9 Miles from the hotel. 2716 1/2 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-351-8065 $10–20
American food. Burgers, chickenstrips, sandwiches etc.


Dirty Martin's Place

0.9 Miles from the hotel. 2808 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-477-3173 $10–20
An Austin mainstay since 1926 with burgers, beer & American chow served in an old-school space.


Espadas de Brazil

0.9 Miles from the hotel. 2512 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-965-3266 $10–20
A curated menu specializing in Brazilian meats, sides, & sandwiches with picnic table seating. LGBTQ+ friendly


Abu Omar Halal - Austin, TX

1 Mile from the hotel. 2825 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-557-9818 $10–20
Middle Eastern restaurant


Poke Bowl

1 Mile from the hotel. 2828 Guadalupe St #100, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-887-1887 $10–20
Build your own poke bowl shop with up to five types of protein plus mix-ins & creative toppings. LGBTQ+ friendly


Cabo Bob's Burritos

1.1 Miles from the hotel. 2828 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-432-1112 $10–20
We have dedicated ourselves to finding the highest quality ingredients to go into our burritos, tacos, salads, soups and bowls.


Counter Cafe

1.1 Miles from the hotel. 603 W 29th St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-383-5451 $10–20
Unique 21st-century authentic American diner focused on serving up the finest of fresh, local and organic food in a familiar diner setting.


Kabobzi Mediterranean Grill

1.1 Miles from the hotel. 2909 Guadalupe St suite B, Austin, TX 78705 +1 737-230-3655 $10–20
Halal eatery serving kebabs, falafel & Mediterranean salads in understated, family-run digs.


Phoenician resto cafe

1.1 Miles from the hotel. 2909 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-712-5904 $10–20
Casual Mediterranean restaurant with a focus on Lebanese specialties served amid boat-themed decor. LGBTQ+ friendly


Sip Pho

1.1 Miles from the hotel. 512 W 29th St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-551-9778 $10–20
Airy eatery on a university campus, serving traditional Vietnamese food including banh mi & soups.


Salsa Limón

1.2 Miles from the hotel. 3001 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-716-7900 $10–20
Tacos, tortas & other Mexican street food are the focus of this informal eatery. LGBTQ+ friendly


El Patio Restaurant

1.2 Miles from the hotel. 2938 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-476-5955 $10–20
Family-owned Mexican eatery filled with Texas decor turning out enchiladas & chalupas since 1954. LGBTQ+ friendly



Fast Food

Chick-fil-A

.2 Miles from the hotel. 503 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78701 +1 512-473-8651
Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.


Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers

.2 Miles from the hotel. 415 W Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Austin, TX 78701 +1 512-474-2751
Fast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.


Wendy's

.2 Miles from the hotel. 201 E 21st St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-232-1929
Fast-food burger chain serving sides such as chili & baked potatoes.


Chipotle Mexican Grill

.4 Miles from the hotel. 2230 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-320-0238 $10–20
Fast-food chain offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls. LGBTQ+ friendly


Panda Express

.5 Miles from the hotel. 2247 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78712 +1 512-232-6840 $10–20
Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options.


Potbelly Sandwich Shop

.5 Miles from the hotel. 2316 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-687-1423 $10–20
Retro-style counter-serve chain known for made-to-order toasted sandwiches, salads & baked goods.


In-N-Out Burger

.9 Miles from the hotel. 2700 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 800-786-1000
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.


Whataburger

1 Mile from the hotel. 2800 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705 +1 512-480-5993 $10–20
Circa-1950 fast-food chain for counter-serve burgers, some stacked with multiple patties.

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