Restaurant François
Downtown, Austin · Opened November 2025
Restaurant François at a glance
About
- Tableside house-made pasta
- Maine Lobster Thermidor
- Boneless Wagyu Short Ribs Bourguignon
- Dry-aged prime steaks
- Open exhibition kitchen
- Bar Rouge cocktail lounge & French-forward wine list
Restaurant François brings classical French technique into a contemporary American frame, with an elegant interior, open exhibition kitchen, and an adjoining cocktail lounge. Expect tableside house-made pasta with French-style sauces, composed classics like Maine Lobster Thermidor and Boneless Wagyu Short Ribs Bourguignon, plus dry-aged prime steaks and a curated French-forward wine list. Reservations recommended for this late-November Downtown opening.
What to Order
Tableside House-Made Pasta
Fresh pasta tossed tableside with French-style sauces—think silky beurre blanc, rich truffle ragù, or lemon-kissed cream for a dramatic, tactile moment.
Maine Lobster Thermidor
Lobster crowned in a creamy, mustard-tinged gratin—decadent, perfectly caramelized, and beach-to-table luxurious.
Boneless Wagyu Short Ribs Bourguignon
Depthy, slow-braised Wagyu short ribs in a classic burgundy reduction—velvety, unctuous, and full-flavored comfort elevated to fine dining.
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