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Haddingtons

601 W 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701

Haddingtons is well-executed rustic American cuisine with a bit of "old world” influence. Hand selected produce from a network of sustainable purveyors is at the core of Haddingtons menu. Come as one or a group to dine on various small plates, entrees and family style menu offerings. The warm and inviting ambiance is balanced by high energy divided amongst several dining sections and rooms each with a distinct personality. An extensive wine list of limited, hand selected gems is supported by highly regarded classic cocktails and craft beers including rotating cask- conditioned ales. Our full menu is offered at two distinct bars serving drinks until 2:00am nightly. Our Saturday and Sunday brunch is a draw for all offering a mix of unique breakfast and more traditional lunch fare.

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Price: $31 to $50
Parking: Public Lot
Cross Street: Nueces St.
51 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(51 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 51 reviews
5 stars
(24)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(31)
  • vibrant bar scene(17)
  • hot spot(16)
  • romantic(16)
  • special occasion(13)
  • good for groups(12)
Haddingtons Reviews List
Review 1 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Just okay

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Made an 11 am reservation because no earlier times were available. Walked in and restaurant was empty. Very surprised. Food was mediocre. Service wasn't impressive. So many other options, Haddingon's not worth repeating."
Dined on 03/10/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 2 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This was our second visit,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our second visit, and it was just as great as our first. Always something amazing on the menu to try. Fantastic drinks and food. Hope to return soon."
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 3 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Haddington's always has excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Haddington's always has excellent and inventive food plus well-shaken drinks. Our only complaint is that frequently the level of the music makes conversation difficult in the main dining room."
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 4 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Haddintons is a Hit

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Jacob was our server and he was outstanding.
Overall, Haddingtons is a great find in downtown Austin. The bar was very fun and vibrant. In the dining room, the mood was lovely, quiet and good for conversation, with art on walls.
They had just served the last glass of Malbec, but the sommelier was very knowledgeable about wines and offered an Italian wine, he thought would be a good substitute. He served a generous trial sample, allowed another person dining with us to trade in his pinot for this new wine too (without charge).
Our group had delicious scallops, great steak and hamburger, salads, soups and appetizers. All excellent. The food was very good overall.
"
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 5 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The dinner was good and the food was excellent but got a table in the bar instead of the dining room and was a bit too noisy for a romantic dinner. Other than that great spot."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 6 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Unusual menu items were well

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Unusual menu items were well executed and service attentive, knowledgable and pleasant. Very hip exterior with a modern take a traditional British interior design.
The Briskit Hash and the Ricata fritters with espresso dipping glaze are worth a repeat visit. And the tastiest Mimosa I've had in a while.
"
Dined on 02/17/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

They have great baseline menu

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"They have great baseline menu but always have something that is just a little different to try if you are up for trying something new. The service was great. Chris was professional, knowledgable and friendly.
They have great cocktails, great wine, great food and great service. What more do ya need for a date night?"
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 8 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Just had our second anniversary

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Just had our second anniversary dinner in a row here....food and drinks are great! My wife said the steak was the best she's ever had."
Dined on 02/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful. Beautiful space

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful. Beautiful space and excellent food. Very friendly staff. Good choice if you're looking for great food and you just want to be comfortable."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 10 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food is really good, but

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food is really good, but the overpriced wine list will cause you to pause on whether you are enjoying the experience. My partner and I were shocked that the wine list was so inaccessible to casual drinkers of wine and inexplicably mixed poor quality wines with top quality wines. We paid $46 for a bottle that cost $15 retail. That mark-up would be forgivable if the wine was any good, but it wasn't. There was another wine on the list that retails for about $70 and was marked-up to $96. I understand this wine is really great, so the mark-up is acceptable. This does not make sense. They need to look hard at the wine list so that reviewers like me do not spend the entire review discussing the list rather than the Duck PBJ appetizer!"
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I'd go back to have a drink

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I'd go back to have a drink at the bar. I would probably not go back to have a sit down meal. I enjoyed the vibe but the quality of the food just didn't fully justify the price tag."
Dined on 02/09/2013
 2012
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Review 12 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Couple Night Out

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service from hostess, bartender, and waiting staff was excellent and friendly and helped with drink, appetizer and main course recommendations. Menu is well balanced with something for everything. I had the sirloin steak and it was VERY good. I worry about sirloin because of the toughness, but it was cooked amazingly. Kudos to the chef. My wife had the gnocchi, which was very good. The only thing we didn't like was the pesto. it overwhelmed the gnocchi and just didn't compliment it well (was more grainy than traditional pesto)."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2002
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups
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Review 13 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was excellent as was

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was excellent as was the service. Always pleased with Haddingtons!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot
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Review 14 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great gastro pub

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great service, delicious food, well rounded menu, but they could go out more on a limb and try some more unusual ingredients (would like to see more seafood options). A bit on the expensive side for the portions, but excellent quality ingredients and presentation."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 15 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My new favorite place to go!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My new favorite place to go! Wonderful food and waitstaff (thank you Jessica!)"
Dined on 02/05/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food was excellent. We each

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was excellent. We each ordered something different, and everyone enjoyed what they ordered. The steak, the half chicken, hamburger, and osso buco were quite delicious. Desserts were lovely as well. (apple pie and bread pudding) Huge bar scene, which makes it great for drinking and talking with friends, but difficult to enjoy a meal when sitting at a table near the bar. ...lots of overflow from the bar."
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 17 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a great time. Food was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Had a great time. Food was very good, service excellent. Love that they break up the dining areas into different, smaller rooms. It really helps to keep the noise down and makes it easier to enjoy dinner with friends. Fantastic cocktails."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot
0points
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Review 18 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Went on NYE, didn't eat but

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went on NYE, didn't eat but the drinks were good. Very busy, service was slow/spotty, BUT at some point the manager (?) brought our table free glasses of champagne I guess as a thank-you for our patience. I'm assuming he was the manager... he was very nice and accommodating."
Dined on 12/31/2012
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 19 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Stopped in for a few drinks

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Stopped in for a few drinks and the bartender was great. must try the Russisan Mule or the Bloody Marys...perfect. Decided to visit for brunch the next day. The eggs chicken benedict was amazing and I loved the truffle egg pot. My partners egg hash though was not good and we just shared my meal which was plenty."
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for brunch
0points
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Review 20 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As usual, this meal at Haddingtons

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"As usual, this meal at Haddingtons was wonderful. Went for brunch with my husband and in-laws, ordered a ton of stuff and nibbled on it. Everything was delicious, especially the cheese plate and the egg custard pot with toast. Plus $3 mimosas! The staff is very friendly and we were served our food promptly yet at a relaxed pace. Can't wait to go again!"
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 21 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Loved it! Will be back very

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Loved it! Will be back very soon!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 22 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First Time to Haddington's

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"we liked decor and atmosphere - many very tempting menu choices
we had flank steak & croquettes - and 1 xtra side of sweet potato hash for my husband (who cycles so eats quite a bit)
but even I was left a bit hungry, so maybe could have had one more croquette on the platter -
my steak was rather chewy - but I know it's flank steak - was still very flavorful
tonic in the gin/tonic was tasty but a bit too flat
love Live Oak Hefeweizen!
waitress hovered a bit much, maybe only because she wasn't all that busy
as business picked up, we noticed music became notably louder to the point we could no longer carry on a conversation without leaning over & yelling at each other
was our first time, but we enjoyed it & would definitely go back
"
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2013
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Review 23 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Find in West 6th

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Haddingtons is a unique dining experience. Their menu is not extensive, but you can tell they focus on delivering great food, much of which is sourced locally. The cocktail menu is fantastic and very different from what you get at most restaurants. The restaurant has an old school vibe, and the historic building adds to this ambiance. The staff is friendly, attentive, and very helpful in recommendations. I highly recommend and look forward to returning."
Dined on 01/26/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 24 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Once again, Haddington's impressed

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Once again, Haddington's impressed us. Great service, attentive staff, wonderful savory food. We'll be back again."
Dined on 01/20/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Haddingtons
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

A great gastro pub with an

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A great gastro pub with an ambiance of a beer hall. We found ourselves lucky enough to be seated at a booth with draw curtains, which we eventually drew around the back of our 5th seated at the booth, as there was a table of six nearby loud enough to make this necessary."
Dined on 01/19/2013
 2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Haddingtons
Based on the average of (26) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic