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One of Austin’s favorite French restaurants \u2014 and a current Tastemaker Award nominee for Neighborhood Restaurant of 2026<\/a> \u2014 is teaming up with a leading local art museum for an on-site restaurant. Justine’s Brasserie plans to open Caf\u00e9 Fleurs de Nuit (“night blooming flowers”) at the Blanton Museum of Art at The University of Texas at Austin in fall 2026.<\/p>\n

The caf\u00e9, a sister to Justine’s but not a clone, will be open during museum hours plus a Saturday dinner service ending at 10 pm, and is intended to serve both locals and tourists. A press release announcing the opening does not specify where exactly it’ll be located, but it does tease a patio and views of the Texas State Capitol and Austin <\/a>by Ellsworth Kelly<\/a>, a famous cathedral and chapel-inspired building with minimalist stained glass.<\/p>\n

Caf\u00e9 Fleurs de Nuit was first announced<\/a> in 2024 and was expected to open in spring 2025. In that announcement, it was said to be located next to the museum’s lobby, which is in line with the more recent news. This new announcement updates the timeline and includes renderings of the space, but no photos yet.<\/p>\n

\"Cafe Red accents tie this concept back to Justine’s and its signature red walls.Rendering by Joel Mozersky<\/p>\n

Global architecture firm Sn\u00f8hetta renovated the Blanton’s grounds and Austin designer Joel Mozersky (who worked on Uchi and La Condesa) created the caf\u00e9 interiors, inspired by French modernism renaissance. More specifically, the caf\u00e9 is inspired by Parisian caf\u00e9s and their “unhurried” ambiance.<\/p>\n

Local produce will be the star of the plate, with a counter bakery offering grab-and-go options. Some menu items to expect include escargot, Boursin omelettes, and cr\u00e8me br\u00fbl\u00e9e. On the beverage side, wine is almost an obligatory choice, and cocktails will be available too.<\/p>\n

\"Justine's Justine’s sticks to the classics, and it sounds like Caf\u00e9 Fleurs de Nuit will do the same.Photo by Justine Gilcrease<\/p>\n

Interior design features include dark wooden floors, glossy walls, and a lot of lacquered red finishes trying everything together. Mirrored tiles bring drama to the ceiling, which supports brass light fixtures. Along with brass shelving and other accents, these are expected to have a patina after some years. Designer highlights also include vintage Curtis Jer\u00e9 sconces and classic Thonet chairs. <\/p>\n

A hand-drawn logo by Mishka Westell of Outside World Design (notable work for the Austin Motel, Hotel San Jose), puts an artsy stamp on the concept.<\/p>\n

\"Cafe The caf\u00e9’s logo.Logo by Mishka Westell of Outside World Design<\/p>\n

\u201cAt the Blanton, we believe that art is an invitation to connect,” said Blanton director Simone Wicha in the release. “Caf\u00e9 Fleurs de Nuit is the final, essential expansion of our reimagined grounds\u2014a place where the inspiration found in our galleries can transition into a shared experience.”<\/p>\n

Justine’s owner Justine Gilcrease also pointed out that “art and life” were always dual influences at Justine’s, making this a natural partnership.<\/p>\n

\u201cBringing that same energy to the Blanton Museum of Art is a dream come true for us,” said Gilcrease. “Collaborating with Joel Mozersky has been essential in translating this vision into a physical space \u2014 a glamorous yet incredibly inclusive environment inspired by effortless Parisian caf\u00e9s and their deep and storied connection with art history.\u201d<\/p>\n

\"Cafe This bar could serve as a way to prolong a museum visit without committing to a full meal.Rendering by Joel Mozersky<\/p>\n

Now that the timeline has been updated, the caf\u00e9’s marketing team seems to be returning to social media. Foodies can follow along on Instagram<\/a> for more updates.<\/p>\n