Dai Due

The story

Dai Due Austin: Wild Game & Gulf Seafood – Michelin Bib Gourmand

Local and Wild

Dai Due, on Manor Road in Austin, is a restaurant built around the bounty of Texas. The kitchen focuses on wild food—venison, wild boar, foraged plants, and freshwater fish—alongside fresh Gulf seafood. The menu changes with the seasons, drawing from local produce, all-Texas wines, and craft beers. It’s an American restaurant that feels deeply rooted in the state’s landscape.

Seasonal Dinners

The restaurant’s approach is best seen in its multi-course dinners. Past events have included a Gulf Seafood Dinner with fresh fish, shrimp, oysters, squid, and Gulf clams, paired with local vegetables. Another, the Fall Fish & Game Dinner, celebrated the end of summer with a feast of Central Texas game and new-crop produce. These dinners are served at communal tables or private booths, reflecting the restaurant’s convivial spirit.

The Dining Experience

Dai Due’s dining room is the heart of the operation—reservations are strongly recommended. The space is welcoming, with outdoor seating and a bar. The restaurant also offers butchery classes and special events, emphasizing its commitment to whole-animal, nose-to-tail cooking. In 2026, Dai Due earned a Michelin Bib Gourmand, a recognition of good quality, good value cooking. It’s a place where the food tells the story of the land and water around it, from the Gulf to the Hill Country.