Lutie's, nestled within the historic Commodore Perry Estate, is an intimate garden restaurant renowned for its regional cuisine. Led by the husband-and-wife chef team, Bradley Nicholson and Susana Querejazu, Lutie's has quickly become a favorite among locals and visitors.
Nicholson and Querejazu bring their expertise from acclaimed kitchens in San Francisco and Copenhagen to craft seasonal, ingredient-driven dishes. "When a new ingredient becomes available to us, we try to think of the best representation for that item on our menu," Executive Chef Nicholson explains. His culinary approach focuses on a few key ingredients, as demonstrated by the classic Blue Jasmoon Rice, Mt. Lassen Trout, and Smoked Trout Roe dish, capturing simplicity and depth of flavor. Nicholson's "no-waste" philosophy is showcased in the beet dish, which combines ingredients like reduced beet juice, beet greens, and black garlic. "We try to make dishes that are based around one or two ingredients, so we have to get creative in how to make the dish complete," he explains.
Pastry Chef Susana Querejazu brings her own flair to Lutie's with desserts like Chocolate Cremeux paired with Lutie's Kouign Amann ice cream. "My style for dessert is very technique and flavor-driven with super simple flavors, which is what I crave and how I like to eat desserts," she says, highlighting her commitment to quality ingredients and precise execution, a practice she honed in Michelin-starred restaurants.
The focus on combining technical skill with straightforward execution results in dishes that are more than meets the eye. "We want Lutie's to be an approachable, delicious, and exciting restaurant; to get there we think of how to make the impact on the plate," Nicholson says. This philosophy ensures that every meal at Lutie's is a memorable experience.
Since opening in April 2021, Lutie's has reflected Austin’s vibrant culture and history. The estate’s lush surroundings complement the thoughtfully crafted, seasonal cuisine. Lutie's is open daily for dinner from 5 to 10pm and for brunch on weekends from 11am to 2pm, and is located at 4100 Red River St. Follow @LutiesAustin for the latest updates, or learn more about the Commodore Perry Estate and its offerings at AubergeResorts.com/CommodorePerry.