Old Thousand
Swedish Hill Historic District, Austin
Restaurant in Austin, United States
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Dress
Casual
Why go
Old Thousand is a practical East Austin pick for a casual group dinner or lower-pressure Saturday lunch. Book it when flexibility and social energy matter more than a formal occasion; cross-shop Paperboy East or Hillside Farmacy for daytime, Cuantos Tacos for value, Franklin BBQ when barbecue is the real goal.
About Old Thousand
Old Thousand is a casual option in Austin with evening hours every day and daytime hours on Saturday and Sunday. The clearest planning facts are simple: dress is casual, the schedule runs 5–10 PM Monday through Thursday, 5–11 PM Friday, 11 AM–11 PM Saturday, 11 AM–10 PM Sunday.
A casual Austin room with useful evening hours
The grounded read here is practical rather than elaborate. Old Thousand is listed with a casual dress code, so it is better framed as an easy Austin plan than as a formal occasion choice. For cuisine, menu format, service style, price, seating, or reservations, check the venue's official channels before building a specific plan around those details.
Timing is the main decision point. Monday through Thursday, Old Thousand is open 5–10 PM. Friday extends to 11 PM, Saturday runs 11 AM–11 PM, Sunday runs 11 AM–10 PM. Use those hours to decide whether it fits an evening plan or a weekend daytime stop.
How to use it in an Austin food weekend
Old Thousand can be placed as a casual Austin stop, while the rest of the itinerary can be shaped around current details from each venue you are considering. For comparison, you might also look at Paperboy East and Hillside Farmacy. For another option, Cuantos Tacos may fit a different kind of meal. Franklin BBQ is another venue to compare separately.
Use Old Thousand when its hours and casual dress code match the plan. If the occasion calls for a different dining room, cross-shop Siti, Cuantos Tacos, Paperboy East, Hillside Farmacy, or Franklin BBQ depending on the kind of meal you want. For broader Austin planning, use Our full Austin restaurants guide, plus Our full Austin hotels guide, Our full Austin bars guide, Our full Austin wineries guide, Our full Austin experiences guide.
If this slot is part of a larger casual-dining search, keep the comparison focused on current official information. Old Thousand's details here are its Austin location, casual dress code, posted hours.
Planning details
- Location
- 1000 E 11th St #150, Austin, TX 78702
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- oldthousandatx.com
- Phone
- +1 737 222 6637
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Old Thousand lands squarely in East Austin's fast-changing corridor with an accessible, informal vibe that feels intentionally unpretentious. The dining room is low-lit and open-fronted, spilling tables toward the sidewalk so the street energy is part of the meal. It leans into conviviality rather than quiet refinement: there’s a tangible buzz and a room that isn’t trying to be hushed. The cuisine and bar program are framed for neighborhood evenings rather than high-concept destination dining, so the overall mood is relaxed, approachable, and spirited — the sort of place that hums with conversation and shared plates into the night.
Best For
Old Thousand is best when you want a drink-forward, social evening rather than a formal tasting. The restaurant suits after-work groups and friends who like to share plates and linger over cocktails; it’s oriented to long evenings rather than quick grab-and-go meals. Because tables spill onto the sidewalk and the room carries lively energy, it’s ideal for group dining or casual date nights where atmosphere matters as much as the food. It’s not pitched as a fine-dining destination but as a neighborhood spot that rewards relaxed, convivial gatherings.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the shared-plates rhythm and the bar program when ordering: the kitchen and drinks are designed to be experienced across several small dishes and cocktails over the course of an evening. Expect a lively room and open-front layout, so plan to sit near the terrace if you want the street-facing energy or come early to secure a spot. Pace the meal around communal dishes and cocktails rather than à la carte starters and mains — the place is built for lingering rather than a quick seat-and-go.
Planning details
Location
1000 E 11th St #150, Austin, TX 78702 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Siti, Notable alternative
- Franklin BBQ, Barbecue, Barbecue
- Paperboy East, Notable alternative
- Hillside Farmacy, Notable alternative
- Cuantos Tacos, Mexican, $
Restaurant context
How Old Thousand compares in Austin
Old Thousand is the flexible dinner choice in this set: easier to use for a mixed group than Franklin BBQ, less daytime-focused than Paperboy East, more of an evening social room than Hillside Farmacy. Choose it when the group wants a sit-down meal without making the whole night about a single format.
For value, Cuantos Tacos is the sharper pick because its Mexican, $ positioning makes the spend easier to control. For a meal with more occasion energy, Siti is the better cross-shop. Franklin BBQ should win only when barbecue is non-negotiable; it asks for a different level of time commitment.
If booking friction is the deciding factor, Old Thousand is one of the easier choices here. Paperboy East and Hillside Farmacy make more sense for daytime plans, while Old Thousand is the safer call for a casual dinner that can absorb different appetites and group dynamics.
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Compare Old Thousand
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Price | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Thousand | Austin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Siti | Austin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Franklin BBQ | Austin | Barbecue | ; | 2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #42025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #72025 Robb Report 100 Greatest American Restaurants of the 21st Century · #172025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #72024 Michelin Bib Gourmand2023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in Ranked · #5Pearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Paperboy East | Austin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Hillside Farmacy | Austin | ; | ; | No published awards |
| Cuantos Tacos | Austin | Mexican | $ | 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand2024 Michelin Bib Gourmand |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Old Thousand handle dietary restrictions?
Ask the venue directly before you go, especially if you need a confirmed accommodation. The hours are Monday through Thursday 5–10 PM, Friday 5–11 PM, Saturday 11 AM–11 PM, Sunday 11 AM–10 PM.
Is Old Thousand open during the day?
Old Thousand has evening hours daily. It also opens at 11 AM on Saturday and Sunday, though specific meal periods and menus are not listed here. Cuantos Tacos is another option to compare if you are choosing a different kind of stop.
Is Old Thousand good for a special occasion?
That depends on the occasion. The dress code is casual, so it is safest to frame Old Thousand as a relaxed Austin option rather than a formal special-occasion venue. Compare Franklin BBQ, Hillside Farmacy, Siti, Paperboy East, or Cuantos Tacos if you want a different kind of plan.
What are alternatives to Old Thousand?
Other options to compare include Siti, Franklin BBQ, Paperboy East, Hillside Farmacy, Cuantos Tacos. Choose based on the kind of meal, timing, setting you want, confirm current details directly before you go.
