Corner Restaurant is a modern Texas-influenced restaurant and bar inside the JW Marriott Austin at 110 E 2nd St, Austin, Texas 78701, United States of America, on the southeast edge of downtown near the Convention Center and Congress Avenue. Opened with the JW Marriott Austin in 2015, it is the hotel’s all-day dining room: travelers come for breakfast before a day downtown, Texas-forward American meals, cocktails, and a social late-evening setting without leaving the hotel.
What to Expect at Corner Restaurant
Corner is built around the rhythm of downtown Austin rather than a formal, fixed-course experience. The restaurant operates from early morning through midnight most nights, extending to 1am on Friday and Saturday. Its core experience is modern American cooking shaped by Texas flavors, paired with cocktails, local beer, wine, and the convenience of a full-service restaurant within one of downtown’s largest hotels. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night visits each have a distinct feel.
The setting combines restaurant dining with a bar-forward, clubby atmosphere, making it practical for both a business meal and an evening drink before exploring nearby venues. Its location at East 2nd Street puts guests within a short walk of Congress Avenue, the Austin Convention Center, and the entertainment venues around Second Street. This is a restaurant, not a museum or ticketed attraction, so there are no exhibits, collections, or timed-entry trails; the signature experience is a flexible meal-and-cocktail stop in the JW Marriott’s downtown setting.
- Texas-influenced American dining: Menus focus on modern American food with Texas character.
- All-day schedule: Breakfast begins at 6:30am daily, with service continuing into the evening.
- Late-week nightlife: Friday and Saturday hours run until 1am for later drinks or dining.
- Craft cocktail program: Cocktails, local beer, and wine support a meal or a bar visit.
- JW Marriott Austin location: A polished hotel setting steps from the Convention Center and Congress Avenue.
Corner Restaurant at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 |
| Neighborhood / Area | Downtown Austin, beside the Austin Convention Center and near Congress Avenue |
| Operating Hours | Mon–Thu and Sun, 6:30am–12am; Fri–Sat, 6:30am–1am |
| Admission & Ticket Prices | No admission charge or tickets; food and drinks are priced à la carte. |
| Recommended Visit Duration | 45–60 minutes for breakfast or drinks; 1–1.5 hours for a seated meal |
| Nearest Transit / Parking | CapMetro stops along Congress Avenue at 2nd Street are nearby; use JW Marriott Austin valet or garage parking, with rates confirmed on arrival. |
| Official Website / Phone | cornerrestaurantaustin.com / 512-608-4488 |
Visiting Tips, Getting There & Nearby Pairings
For a quieter meal, arrive close to the 6:30am opening or target an early weekday breakfast. Dinner and the bar are livelier when downtown events, conventions, or weekend nightlife are underway; reserve ahead through the restaurant’s official reservation page, particularly for Friday and Saturday evenings or Convention Center dates. There are no tickets to buy. Guests driving can enter the JW Marriott Austin parking operation; ask about current valet and garage pricing before parking.
On foot, the restaurant is about five minutes from the Austin Convention Center and Congress Avenue, around 10 minutes from the 2nd Street District and ACL Live at the Moody Theater, and roughly 15 minutes from the Lady Bird Lake trail access at Congress Avenue. CapMetro bus stops on Congress Avenue near 2nd Street provide the closest public-transit connection. The JW Marriott has step-free public entry and elevators to its public areas, making it workable for wheelchair users and strollers; contact Corner before arrival for the best table arrangement and any current restroom-access details.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Corner Restaurant’s hours, and when is the best time to go?
Corner opens at 6:30am daily. It closes at midnight Sunday through Thursday and at 1am Friday and Saturday. Early weekday breakfast is the calmest option; book ahead for weekend dinner or major downtown event nights.
Does Corner Restaurant charge admission or require reservations?
There is no admission fee and no ticket requirement. Guests pay for menu items and drinks. Reservations are not tickets, but they are a sensible choice for dinner, weekends, and Convention Center events.
How much time should I budget for a visit?
Allow 45 to 60 minutes for breakfast, a quick lunch, or cocktails. Plan about 1 to 1.5 hours for a relaxed lunch or dinner, especially if pairing the meal with drinks.
Is Corner Restaurant suitable for families and wheelchair users?
Families can use the restaurant for daytime meals, while the later bar atmosphere is better suited to adults. Wheelchair users and guests with strollers can use the JW Marriott’s step-free entrance and elevators; call ahead for seating needs.
When planning your Austin travel guide or comparing verified restaurants and nightlife in Austin, pair this stop with standout local spots including Terry Black's Barbecue, Corinne Austin, Blanton Museum of Art, and JW Marriott Austin (nearby).
