Postino Bryker Woods — Restaurant in Austin

Let's see: Postino is what you'd expect from the current wave of "social dining" spots: it's airy, industrial but cozy, with a patio for when Texas weather decides to be cooperative. The wine list isn't mind-blowing, but the Antioch Red Zinfandel stole the show for me. It's fruit-forward and honestly the only red I'd go back for when dealing with "by the glass" options on the menu.

Onto the bruschetta board: my options were (you get four) the artichoke, the Caprese , the date & pistachio with ricotta, and the mushroom with mascarpone. Flavor? Super solid. Everything you would expect from the combinations of flavors they put together. The caprese one could have used a balsamic drizzle or something, but I enjoyed my selections. The presentation, though? Tame. A little boring. And I'm used to sliced ciabatta for bruschetta, but the sort of rustic country bread slices they use are hearty and they hold up nicely to the toppings. Just know each slice of toast is very petite... then it's cut even smaller for sharing.

Translation: don't come starving. Come to socialize and be cute.

What I paid for: the potato leek soup was divine. It was creamy and savory with a lovely hit of caramelized onions. The hazelnut/peanut mousse bar was cute. It's made for more "solo indulgence" than for sharing because it is SO so small...which sucks cause it could be a good sexy sharable dessert for date nights but that size won't cut it Crushed hazelnuts on top would have also been nice.

Parking? Slimmer than Kendall Jenner. Get creative and find spots adjacent or around the area during busy hours. They have quite a few spots to offer the public but this place is way too popular for the limited number of spaces.

Happy Hour: this ends at 5:00 pm sharp. BOOOOOOO!!!! You know most of us get off at 5pm, right? Don’t do that. People need at least an hour or two of extension time before dinner. Cmon. Be nice and extend happy hour. You’re only going to make MORE MONEY with it.

Shoutout to Madeline, my server. She was attentive, warm, and on point. And kudos to the sweet host with the long curly chestnut hair. Both made the night even better.

Overall, Postino is a good option for late-night light bites, date nights, or a casual glass of wine and catching up with...

Last night, I dined at Postino’s new North Austin location, and it felt like a slice of heaven on their stunning patio!

From the moment I discovered their vibrant Instagram and beautifully curated website, I knew this place was crafted with intention and love. Their Social Club vibe screams community bestie, and I was thrilled to snag a reservation for their second day open!

Walking in (15 minutes late, oops!), I was greeted by warm, smiling faces and a chivalrous door-opening. Chivalry is indeed not dead ☺️

The ambiance, both inside and on the patio, is chic yet cozy, impeccably clean, and feels like a home filled with love. Every detail, from the decor to the staff’s energy, radiates care and appreciation.

Our server, Tobius, delivered the best service I’ve experienced in Austin. Alongside Jordan, they were knowledgeable, funny, patient, and made me feel so valued, even as a curious foodie with endless questions. Their recommendations were spot-on, especially for the Monday/Tuesday night special: a bottle of wine and four bruschetta boards after 8 PM.

Bonus: Happy hour until 5pm EVERYDAY.

I savored the Sweet N’ Spicy Pepper Jam & Goat Cheese (Tobius, you’re a genius!), Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Basil, Brie, Apple & Fig Spread, and Burrata, Bacon, Arugula & Tomato.

Each bite was a flavor explosion, with the pepper jam stealing my heart.

As a budding wine enthusiast, I opted for two bottles of the 2024 Hi Rise Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand, which was crisp, refreshing, and perfectly balanced with vibrant citrus and herbaceous notes!

Bonus: they corked my unfinished bottle to take home, alongside two boxes of leftovers. I left with a full belly, a happy heart, and a new favorite Austin memory.

Having worked in hospitality, I know openings can be nerve-racking, but Tobius, Jordan, and the team made it look effortless. Postino’s attention to detail, from the spotless space to the exceptional service and divine food, is unmatched.

I could list 20 more reasons to visit, but you need to experience this gem for yourself. Trust me, you’ll leave grinning with leftovers in hand! Thank you, Postino, for an unforgettable night. I’m already counting down to my...

We’re longtime Postino fans from when we first discovered them randomly in Arizona and have also popped into their South Lamar location in Austin. It's been super fun seeing them expand and try out all their locations across the states, so when they opened their new Bryker spot! And wow — they nailed it!

The space is so cute and chic which is their typical theme across all locations. Its the perfect place for happy hour (which, btw, is still one of the best drink specials in town!). $6 glasses of wine and $6 Mini pitchers (basically 2 beers) everyday until 5pm!

Our server Matt especially deserves a shoutout. EASILY one of THE BEST servers we’ve had — SUPER knowledgeable about the wine list, didn’t skip a beat when the wine I wanted was out, and even brought a couple of samples so I could pick a replacement I’d actually enjoy. That’s next-level service.

We wanted to try some new bruschetta's we hadn't yet (outside of their salmon cause that one is straight a need in your life if you love pesto and cold smoked salmon) board we chose was:

Mushroom Mascarpone (Man oh man, creamy earthy delicious!)

French Onion (Holy crap this dropped our jaw)

Elotes (good, but the hot sauce kinda took over)

Salmon Pesto (A favorite because it's so fresh and balanced)

Outside of the Elotes being a little too hot sauce forward, every single bite was phenomenal! The bread was so fluffy, all the flavors popped and were dangerously easy to chow down on!

We had been eyeballing the OMG grilled cheese for a while now and finally decided to pull the trigger with a little modification. Matt recommended adding a chicken skewer inside cause he knew we were into all the protein and was a go to item for him. Adding the skewer made it more of a chicken sandwich then it feeling like a grilled cheese, but regardless it was super tasty, especially dunking it into the thick creamy tomato soup, so yes, the name fits.

Overall: delicious food, great ambiance and place to socialize over fun snacks, some heartier plates, incredible wine options and of course an unbeatable happy hour, not to forget the standout service. We’d 1000%...