Plate By Dzintra - Austin

Pricey but tasty Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Onion Rings

A more upscale restaurant located in The Shops at Galleria in Bee Cave. There are a handful of tables in the bar area and a more formal dining room. You do not have to get all dressed up unless it's what you want. I went in shorts, and there was no problem. In fact, I arrived after lunch closed down and before dinner was being served. I was graciously still invited in and permitted to order. The food was amazingly delicious and unique. It is a bit on the expensive side, but we'll worth the price. The manager and staff were courteous, friendly and attentive. All in all, an unexpected delightful afternoon.

My wife and I stopped here for some lunch after shopping at the Galleria. We were seated, given water by the host and then told that our waiter would be there soon to take our orders. Not long after, the waitress came and took our drink order, which was one latte. That was pretty much the last time she spoke to us. For the next 15 minutes we watched her go to other tables apologizing for some issue with their pizza oven, and we never got a latte or our food orders taken. The host came up and apologized for the pizza oven being broken, but we haven't even ordered yet, much less weren't interested in their pizza. By that point it was clear this waitress was overwhelmed by the tables she was serving, with little to no help from the host. We weren't trying to spend the next two hours getting lunch, so we left before the waitress was able to even start making my latte. Not an efficient operation.

We enjoyed our meal and the service was good as well. Had the short ribs and risotto dishes.

A French Culinary Journey Plate by Dzintra is a hidden gem that transports you straight to the heart of France. From the delightful ambiance to the delectable food and enchanting live music, it's a dining experience that lingers in your memory. The duck confit impressed my husband, while the filet with foie gras, mixed vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes delighted both my son and me. The live music enhanced the evening without overpowering it, adding to the overall charm. Plate by Dzintra is a must-visit destination for anyone craving an authentic taste of France.