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Emmer & Rye

8.4Locals Score / 10

#12 of 15 Restaurants in Austin

$$$
Known forreservations requiredchef-drivenheritage grainsRainey Street
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One of Austin's most innovative restaurants, Emmer & Rye mills its own heritage grains and ferments, pickles, and preserves in-house to create a hyper-seasonal, deeply considered menu. The dim sum-style cart service for small bites is a fun and social way to start, and the pasta and wood-fired dishes are consistently outstanding. It's a serious restaurant that rewards adventurous diners; reservations are a must.

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Last verifiedJuly 16, 2026

Locals Score

8.4/10
  • Value7.5
  • Iconic8.0
  • Excellence9.0
  • Crowd level8.0
  • Authenticity8.5
  • Accessibility7.5
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Last reviewed July 16, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.