Barley Swine

Parking - there is a lot in front, though half of the spots were closed off for valet parking. This seemed unnecessary since the lot is right in front of the complex. Would recommend making reservations early as they can be hard to come by. They also offer a discount if dining early on Sundays, which is nice (check the website for pricing). The food and service were excellent. The servers were very attentive and friendly. They adjust the dishes as necessary to cater to allergies as well. Every dish was very tasty, although I would not recommend coming super hungry, because the portions are pretty small. We ordered the beef rib supplement, which was fine and helped fill us up, but a bit underwhelming overall (would not get again). The wine tasting was also a great experience and went well with the meal, though I would skip it next time (just because it’s too pricy). Overall everything was fantastic, I would definitely recommend coming here for a special occasion.

A Memorable Anniversary Dinner We visited this restaurant for the first time tonight to celebrate our anniversary. My husband made the reservation, so I had no idea what to expect—but from the moment we walked in, I was impressed. The ambiance was just right—elegant yet relaxed, with a great vibe that set the tone for a special evening. Our reservation was for 5:15 PM, and we were seated right away. We ended up staying until 8:00 PM, so be prepared to settle in and enjoy a leisurely dining experience. Everything we ate was absolutely fantastic. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed every course. The desert was surprisingly good! My husband is not a fan of sweets/chocolate, but he ate it all and enjoyed it! You can order cookies to go, so we had to try them. They were the right balance of sweet and salty. I am glad we took some home! Although we don’t have any dietary restrictions, we overheard another table mention how accommodating the restaurant is with food allergies and special requests, which is always great to know. Our server, Rina, made the evening even more enjoyable. She was friendly, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable—she gave us excellent recommendations and knew the food and drink menus inside and out. I highly recommend giving this place a try. We’ll definitely be back! Things to note: *** Be prepared to pay for parking as the free parking is very limited. *** 20% tip is included in tip, no matter the size party. ***The toilets are very small, I know it's odd to mention, but true.

Barkley Swine is a special restaurant where the food is creative, beautiful, and most importantly, delicious! There were several exceptional dishes including: 1. The tomato grilled peach, shishito chevre, candied pecan 2. XO verde, okra kimchi shrimp and grits 3. Shiitake Dumplings with Soft Scrambled Eggs 4. Mint Whip: lunchbox pepper jam, canteloupe granita, candied lime There wasn’t a bad bite in the menu and the wine pairing was lovely - great balance of acidity and richness to complement the dishes. My wife and I loved to see how detailed and meticulous the staff were, while at the same time it seemed they were having a lot of fun. It’s clear that they are not only masters of their crafts, but also extremely passionate about the food and drinks they’re putting out. Thank you, Barley swine for the lovely evening! Definitely the most unique experience in Austin!

Amazing celebration meal! The staff was lovely, service impeccable, and food was wonderful! We added all the supplements to the tasting menu and that was a delicious and well orchestrated journey! Wine pairings were good and mostly celebrated female wine makers for women’s history month. We were Very full at the end of the meal - probably could have skipped 1-2 of the supplements - maybe the rib and duck liver, but can’t skip the dumplings!! Will return!!!

Amazing all around. Don’t think, just book a reservation! We sat at the chef’s counter and it was an awesome time. The wait staff was also phenomenal. Didn’t miss a thing and made our experience feel intimate and customized. Best meal in Austin to date! Lots of photos. We got everything on the menu. The granita dessert was *chef’s kiss* So we ordered it twice!! (Couldn’t wait for a photo when the dumplings came, snuck a bite or two asap because they were so delicious)

Amazing. Blown away! Everything was incredible. Every bite was so thought out and so much flavor. The cocktails were so good as well. Also get the take home Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies - to die for! 5 stars plus and more. The best anniversary celebration and experience! Make sure to get a reservation. We did it a few weeks before for a Sunday evening.

Loved every dish. The best meal we had in Austin. Well deserve the price and the Michelin star. I would say their usage of spices and nuts leveled up every dish! Great cocktail as well.