A charming, eclectic family-owned and operated restaurant, Bistro 88 has been providing excellent upscale dining to Austinites for 10 years. Located just off the beaten path – a scant 3.5 miles from downtown Austin & 1.5 from Zilker Park – you’ll find a more-than-meets-the-eye experience. Our restaurant offers an elegant yet comfortable environment; our service is friendly, knowledgeable, and sincere. We like having a good time as well as having fun with our guests and appreciate getting to know people – calling them by name. We come to work everyday aiming to please.Our founder/co-owner/executive chef and charismatic leader, Jeff Liu, grew up in his family’s restaurant in Taipei, Taiwan. He developed his talent over many years as a restaurant manager and designer. His eclectic career has taken him from his early days in Taiwan to Guadalajara, Mexico to right here in the capital city of Austin, Texas.