I love the creativity behind every dish. We ordered off the menu (just two of us) and were not disappointed. My fish dish was a tad salty but nothing fatal. My biggest concern, though, is that the sommelier left the table to open the wine. Eek! Probably not a big deal to most people, but that's a big no-no in the wine world. And six weeks later I'm still thinking about it. Loved the birthday buñuelo.

First time here and LOVE this restaurant! Everything was perfect from start to finish. The staff were so gracious and treated everyone in my party like we were royalty. The menu is daring and delicious. I'm not sure how often the menu changes, but highly recommend the halibut, the caviar cornbread, the green beans, and the sourdough ice cream is not to be missed. The music and lighting were great. The bathroom was super clean and smelled nice. Parking was easy- garage nearby and the restaurant validated it. Most definitely will be back!

Hestia was an unforgettable experience. Went there recently with my wife and friends. Ambiance was unique. Restaurant was nice and modern and you could smell the smoke from the wood fired open-hearth cooking as soon as you entered. One of the things that stood out from this restaurant was the service you receive there. It was the best service I have received period. From the hosts, the servers, chefs, and even owners, everyone treats you like you are a VIP. It seemed like everyone working there truly wants to be there and that means a lot. We ordered a little bit of everything and our favorite dish was definitely the scallops cooked in beef tallow. The scallops were succulent and rich with meaty beef flavor from the tallow. Felt like you were eating a steak! Beets were delicious too and the pan de cristal was probably the best bread I've had at a restaurant. Appetizers were all 10/10 but if I had to choose one dish that really stood out it would definitely be the scallops. Entrees: we ordered the pork chops, halibut, and lions main mushrooms. Unfortunately this is where they lost a star from me personally. I know taste is subjective but I was just not impressed with the dry aged pork chops. I asked them to cook the dish how they recommended it, which was medium rare. The meat just did not have a wow factor. Maybe it was due to the dry aged process but I like my meats juicy and this fell short of my expectations. Wife ordered the lions mane mushrooms and it was almost perfect. Only thing I would ask them to change next time is to reduce the saltiness. Felt like the mushrooms really absorbed all the flavors of the dish well but it was just too salty to enjoy on its own as a main entree. Desserts: We ordered 3 different desserts and while they were all good the sour dough ice cream is a must order item. It was probably the most interesting dessert I've ever had in my life. Not saying it was the best tasting, or my favorite dessert but it really challenged your perspective on what a dessert could be. Just order it and you'll see what I mean. All in all this place is definitely a restaurant I would recommend for a special occasion or a fun night out with friends. Hats off to the staff and I thank them for an unforgettable experience.

My fiance treated me to Hestia for my birthday. It was both our first time dining here and we were both very impressed. The ambiance is very dark, moody, and sexy. The open fire in the kitchen was beautiful and the hustle in the open kitchen was fun to watch. The wine and spirits list was impressive. I ordered an old fashioned with Basil Hayden dark rye which was smooth, sweet, and just a touch of spiciness. We shared the pan de cristal which is freshly baked sourdough and a side of strawberry compote butter. We also shared two entrees: the halibut and the berkshire pork chop. Our server explained that the halibut was delicately cooked to perfection and in browned butter. Browned butter makes anything 10x better! The pork chop was cooked medium rare which we weren't sure of but I'm glad we were wrong. The outside had just a touch of crusty char and the inside was so soft-- you probably don't even need teeth to chew it. It was indeed as our server described, "the wagyu beef of pork". Overall my experience at Hestia was wonderful from the friendly and knowledgable service to the overall ambiance. Treat yourself or loved one to this unique dining experience.

It is a rare treat when your first visit to a restaurant is 100% perfect. Tonight was one of these. The smells, atmosphere and general vibe set this restaurant apart. Walking in your senses are lit up with the lovely sell of smoke permeating the air. Then the main event comes... the food! We started with a half dozen oysters with a perfect combination of chili oil and jalapeño topping. Each bite was packed with flavor and just the right amount of heat. We then had 2 small plates. The scallops and the beets respectively. The beets were refreshing and tasty. And the scallops... these are beyond good! Perfect sear and accompanied by an amazing topper. Hats off to the server who delivered them mentioning to drink up the left over topping right from the shell. We did not let a drop get missed. We then shared the halibut. Another perfect item. I'll let the picture of this one do the talking. Finally the ice cream dessert was served in a unique way that made it a fun eat. We then moved onto t

Hestia was an exceptional experience overall! I can't think of a time we felt more special or cared for. The team went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable experience. We opted for the tasting menu and enjoyed some 14-15 innovative courses. The standouts were the beets (of all things!) and the halibut. The only dish I didn't enjoy (at all) was the Wagyu strip. I may have had a bad piece but I couldn't chew it and had to discard it out of my mouth. The rest of the overall experience was so good they don't lose a star for that. Seriously amazing staff. They all took incredible care of us for our special evening. We haven't stopped talking about it. P.S. it was dark so my pics aren't great. Please like this review and pics if you find them helpful.

To celebrate my husbands birthday and our 1 year wedding anniversary we decided to do the tasting menu and 1 wine pairing. We were VERY impressed by the overall service, presentation and food. The pacing was great and lasted about 2.5 hours. I was very stuffed at the end, while my husband devoured the steak. My favorites were the shrimp head, steak, and mesquite bread dish. We sat by the windows and loved watching the sunset by our meal. They treated us like kings and queens! Thanks Hestia for the memories!

Their leather coasters are incredibly stupid. They stick to your glass and pour water on you if you don't notice. If you do notice you have to peel it off the glass. Great tasting menu though! I wasn't thrilled by the two raw dishes (oyster and Wagyu tartare) at the beginning since I'm not a big fan of raw food but it got a lot better from there. The scallop, halibut, and steak were standouts. Even the veggie dishes were tasty. It's well worth a visit. Service was good, but there was too long between some courses. We found it too loud, but I guess that's what restaurants go for these days. It wasn't as loud as Uchi. Bathroom hallway was too dark, it was hard to see the occupied thing on the doors without going up to each one. Great location, it's a nice place to eat and walk around after or vice versa.

Had been wanting to dine at Hestia since moving to atx. From several sources, Hestia was highly regarded and recommended! Well, we finally scored a reservation and got to have date night/early birthday celebration last night. Their staff was absolutely top tier and you could immediately tell. Hestia was also moody, romantic, and inviting. We ordered a la carte: scallops and beef tartare for appetizer, halibut and Wagyu ribeye entrees, and received sourdough ice cream as a treat! Ahem, what rock have we been under to not have tried Hestia... until now?? Every dish was incredible. Wish we had more room in our bellies to order other dishes!! Ruben(sp?) was our server and treated us kindly and well. We thank you for an amazing evening out. Excited to try other dishes next time!

Amazing evening at Hestia with my best friend. They validate parking for 2 hours in their parking garage, and it was the perfect amount of time. We made a reservation a few weeks in advance and it only offered the patio as a seating option, but when we got there we were seated inside. Fine by me! When we sat down, we saw they were doing $30 martini carts and I had to partake. I learned the difference between shaken and stirred, as well as the ingredients in a Vesper: gin AND vodka. Service was great and attentive. My friend and I ordered 2 smoked crab tarts, the scallops and the pan de cristal, the halibut, and then the buñuelo for dessert. We are from the east coast, so some seafood in TX can be ... not our favorite, but Hestia absolutely blew us away. It's hard to choose a favorite. The scallops were massive and cut into 3 bites, they tasted so buttery and had that element of mushroom gelatin which was exciting. The crab tarts are a no brainer at only $8 a pop. The halibut was so tender and meaty, didn't taste fishy at all. The bread was perfect, nice crust and so fluffy inside. Nothing was ordinary here. The dessert was so unique I don't even know how to describe it. You just gotta try for yourself! Pricy but well worth it.