After flying into Austin that day, I met up with a colleague, Tom, for dinner at a restaurant beloved by locals. He's an Austin native and recommended Bartlett's as his favorite restaurant in the city. When I walked in, every table--and even every bar seat--was full of people enjoying food, drinks and conversations. We didn't have a reservation, so we waited for a table or bar seat to open up. Fortunately, it wasn't long before a booth became available. We ordered the spinach dip, the French dip sandwich, and a half rack of ribs. The spinach dip was delicious and generously filled with spinach. It wasn't too salty, so the natural flavors of the ingredients really came through. Even the chips were crispy, light, and not at all greasy--a feat in itself. For me, the star of the show was the famous French dip sandwich. I try to stay away from carbs, but the bread complemented the meat perfectly. The au jus wasn't even necessary because the meat was so juicy and flavorful. The bread was soft yet sturdy enough to hold all that delicious meat and juice. It was a fantastic sandwich, and my mouth is watering just thinking about it. I finished the meal with a slice of cheesecake topped with lemon blueberry. It was beautifully made, not overdone, and had the perfect density. It was subtly delicious, and I can't wait to eat here again. read more

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Had a casual birthday lunch here. My dad wanted roasted prime rib so there's really only one place in Austin that does it well and it's Bartlett's (used to be called Houston). My mom go the trout and it was grilled really well. She usually takes home half her meal at least but she finished it! I got the chimichurri steak and it was done well. The bread was also really good. The key lime pie was yummy. Service was excellent. What's not to love about Bartlett's? read more

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Welcome by hostess was pleasant & seated us quickly for our 630pm reservation. Our server Malia & entire team was spot on, very relational, attentive & served so well. Appetizers Steak Tartare & artichoke/spinach dip was so good & balanced each other out Prime rib & garlic mash & Filet with spinach was so good. Great steak house, great ambiance & awesome food read more

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The French dip game at Bartlett's is very strong. Came here for lunch and ordered a French dip and their classic cheeseburger. Both were outstanding! The French dip is stacked high and is oozing cheese. It compliments the Au Jus sauce perfectly. The Cheeseburger is equally delicious. Easily one of the best in Austin. Service was top notch. Friendly and fast. read more

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My coworkers and I had dinner at Bartlett's, which is located in the West Anderson Plaza. The plaza is large and parking was not an issue. Nice spacious waiting area outside. The interior was classical steakhouse and the waitstaff was dressed in a white dress shirt and dark slacks. Dark mood lighting with mostly booth seats and a full bar. Two separate multi-user men and women restrooms. The service was outstanding! We were promptly welcomed and seated by the hostess. Claire E. was our server and took great care in serving us. She was pleasant, friendly, and very accommodating! She recommended some of the specials for the evening. She had a great personality. Again, outstanding and the others helping were were great (5/5). Steak Tartare: 5 oz of hand chopped raw ribeye and strip steak, tossed with red onions and capers, dressed with lemon, egg yolk, and herbs. Served with toast points, fresh arugula, and spicy sambal on the side (5/5). This was chef's kiss outstanding. Spinach and Artichoke Dip with Salsa and Tortilla Chips: Reggiano, artichoke hearts, tortilla chips (4/5). 12oz Prime Rib Au Jus: Rosemary salt crust, served au jus. We recommend Mashed Potatoes for your side (4/5). A great cut of prime rib. It was flavorful and delicious. Bartlett's Pear Martini: St. Germain, Grey Goose Poire vodka, Candied pear (5/5). Wow, this was very tasty and sweet. The Candied pear was fire! Come check them out! Support your local business. read more

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Pork chop was amazing as well As the smoke salmon appetizer, fast service and hot food...which speed is rare. read more

If you know, you know. ;) Bartlett's has always been one of my favorite places to dine in Austin- the food is top notch and the service is perfect. I took myself to lunch the other day. I ordered "one" artichoke. Yum! I also went for the French Dip Sandwich. It's one of the best I've ever had! :) *I did the only responsible thing to do when I was up north...and that's go to lunch at Bartlett's. I got one artichoke and the Asian Noodle salad with steak! Yum! read more

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Wao! This is my new favorite restaurant in Austin. Not only the food was amazing but the service was out of this world as well. Is it a bit overprice, specially, for the sandwich? Yes, but honestly the quality justifies every penny. They are not kidding when they say that this is the best French dip in Austin and it is big one. The artichoke dip is to die for, I don't event normally like that kind of dip and I could not stop eating. The steak was on point, when you hear what they use to marinate it you wonder if it would go well together, but trust me, it does. Last but not least, the apple crumble was very good, I would probably try another dessert next time but this was fun for our celebration. read more

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I've been here a few times over the years. My friends like to come here. It hasn't really been a place for me as a vegetarian, but that's changed! We came here for a birthday specifically for the 100 Hour Marinated ribeye for my friend. She had been talking about it for weeks. Unfortunately, the night we came to celebrate, it was not available. She was crushed. I jokingly said "we can go somewhere else". I'm guessing the server thought I was serious because later the chef came to our table and offered her a special treat. It was very nice of them. She ended up with the Redfish special and she liked it. But it was a huge disappointment anticipating this dinner for weeks. My dinner on the other hand exceeded expectations. I had not been here for many years. I don't recall the House-made veggie burger being on the menu previously. I tried it. It was excellent. Brown rice, mushrooms, beets, jack cheese, and other goodies. The avocado basil slather was perfection. It's not easy to find a really good veggie burger these days. So many places try to make them taste like meat. This was a true old school Veggie Burger - such a treat. Our server was attentive and was really great. Drinks were good. Margarita was very tasty. read more

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Was pleasantly surprised. I had heard a lot of Bartlett's, but was not sold. Came here to meet friends. Although they do not have a happy hour, there are appetizers and cocktails for noshing and sipping. Service was friendly and top notch. Our server came and checked in frequently. The restaurant itself is dimly lit and has both a bar area and dining area. We opted for the bar area since we were not fully dining. We did order steaks and a Caesar salad. All were delicious. If you haven't been, it is worth a stop. read more

Growing up in California going to Houston's, Hillstone and Gulf Stream - exact replica. Such a sense of home, Todd our server was fantastic and don't skip out on the candied pear martini, steak tartare or the ribs it will forever Be the best! Exactly like home with the dim lighting and open kitchen concept! Will be back read more

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Bartlett's used to be Houston's, and from what I understand the franchisee bought the restaurant and renamed it after himself. Even now as it's been Bartlett's for many years, you can still feel some of that Houston's DNA in the atmosphere and menu. The vibe lands somewhere between upscale casual and classic steakhouse. It reminded me a bit of those old-school Steak and Ale-type places. It's a step above casual dining chains like Applebee's or TGI Fridays, but I wouldn't put it in the same category as Austin's highest-end spots like Uchi. It's more of a polished, comfortable place that still feels approachable. The dining room has a warm, almost wine-cellar feel, with exposed brick and fairly low lighting. When we visited on a weeknight it was packed, so I highty recommend making a reservation. The crowd seemed to be a mix of business dinners, client meetings, and people celebrating occasions. We were there for my mom's birthday, which felt like a perfect reason to go. It's the kind of place that works well for a special dinner, a date night, or entertaining clients. Everything we ordered was excellent. The Hickory Smoked Salmon appetizer was a great start, and the French Dip and the Chimichurri Steak Sandwich were worth getting again. They also brought out a dessert for my mom's birthday that everyone at the table enjoyed. Service was friendly and professional throughout the meal. read more

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We used to come here back in the 90's when it was Houston's and I was in college. Had so many great memories here and were delighted to know that the place was still here! We came to celebrate our 29th wedding anniversary. Drove in from New Braunfels. We actually celebrated our engagement there in '97. Anyways, the place did not disappoint. Our server was Jordan who was most precious!! We started out with the Manhattan and an old fashioned. Split their traditional salad with buttermilk garlic dressing and their cheesy ciabatta. We shared their amazing 100 hour marinated ribeye cooked to medium rare perfection with mashed potatoes. Finished with the key lime pie. The restaurant is so warm and inviting. All the staff encountered were exceptional. We are visiting ATX in November and will be back!! Restrooms were beautiful and so clean too. read more

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Eaten here for nearly two decades and the meat cuts have gone to trash! Along with the ability to serve. Last time I came they brought me a medium well steak when I ordered red+ and this time they brought me a ny strip when I ordered the 100hr ribeye. Finally got my ribeye and it was complete trash! LEANER THAN LEAN! It was even hard to cut. Why on earth they are charging $60 For a non prone cut is beyond me. We won't be back for steaks anymore. read more

Wonderful place for a special night out! The service was outstanding and the food was delicious, though a bit pricey. Just a heads up: the interior lighting is very dim, which makes it a little hard to read the menu and see your meal. read more

I have been putting off reviewing this place because it was just such an incredible experience that I didn't know how to put it into words. I think I am ready. I have only been here for takeout during COVID and got the Famous French Dip Au Jus and ate it in my car and had a freak out moment as it was one of the best things I've ever tasted! We had a 4:30 reservation for my birthday (we were with a 6mo year old) and even at such a time, the place was packed! Little did we know how packed it would be as we were leaving! The host was exceptional at their job, checking us in and getting us to a very nice table and getting the baby a high chair (a very elegant one at that). Gabriel was our waiter and was super relaxed as he announced the specials for the night and got us our drinks. Poor guy would be running us about 6 iced teas each all evening but he didn't mind at all. In fact he went so above and beyond with the lemon and saccharine that it was insane. We ordered the following dishes (and no I'm sorry I didn't take any photos because I was 1) too in the moment and 2) was too overwhelmed with how delicious everything was): Asian Noodle Salad, Classic Cheeseburger, Famous French Dip Au Jus, Chimichurri Steak Sandwich, Apple Cobbler, & Key Lime Pie. We ate family style and it was just spectacular. My favorites were the Noodle Salad (add steak PLEASE) and the Apple Cobbler. Wow, just wow. Service 11/10 Food 11/10 (how can such a simple menu be so perfect?! I mean, how can you serve a dang burger like that?) Atmosphere 10/10 Experience 11/10 I can't wait to celebrate here again! read more

The inside is beautiful. Our servicer was awesome. I enjoyed my glass of wine. My dad love his Kansas City strip. My salad was good. The steak was cooked well, but it had a sweet glaze that I wasn't crazy about. Don't get me wrong I still finished it all! I would absolutely come again! read more

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Wonderful Meal, Great Server, and We Enjoyed Outdoor Seating ... Had dinner last night, did not have a reservation and the bar area was full. However, we were seated promptly outside, which was our preference. Delightfully friendly server, Anthony (see photo) greeted us and was a definite add to the dining experience -- as he knew the menu well, made great recommendations, and was genuinely friendly and eager to please. Food at this restaurant was well prepared, very tasty, and portion size was satisfying. We started with the grilled artichokes which we had had before and they are fantastic, with a nice aïoli dip. My wife had a vegetable plate and a crab cake. She makes a great crab cake, but admitted that this crab cake may have been better than hers. All crab, no filling. Outstanding! I had a marinated ribeye and baked potato. Both were delicious. Both of us had enough food that we brought home leftovers which I enjoyed for lunch. Had a latte for dessert which was an exceptionally good cup of coffee, and the Key lime pie was memorable. A great meal. This is a restaurant we need to go to more often. read more

Barlett's continues to earn its spot on the "ATX's iconic" list for consistently providing first-class service and fare ... service is always impeccable, attentive but not overbearing. Water glasses stay full, advice about the menu on point, pace of the meal appropriate. A separate staff hustles food out of the kitchen, so it comes out piping hot (or cold as needed). Steaks and seafood ruled the table this visit, all cooked to perfection, astutely seasoned. Nice wine accompanied dinner, and dessert, key lime pie, was the perfect ending to a delightful meal. Highly recommend you stop by Bartlett's! read more

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Bartlett's is one of those places that reminds you why it's a classic. From the moment you walk in, the staff is incredibly warm and welcoming, setting the tone for a relaxed and enjoyable dining experience. The prime rib is the star for a reason--perfectly cooked, tender, and full of rich flavor. The smoked salmon is smooth and savory and makes a great start to the meal. The cocktails are well-crafted and balanced, perfect for sipping and unwinding. Do not miss the grilled artichokes--they're smoky, flavorful, and addictive. And the salads are impressively sized, fresh, and generous enough to share. With excellent food, thoughtful service, and a comfortable, upscale atmosphere, Bartlett's continues to be a go-to spot that never disappoints. Brilliant Dining read more

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Best steak house on Burnet road by far! Service is always upscale and food is so delicious. Highly recommend for any occasion! Make sure to dress nice and would definitely recommend making a reservation before hand. Place can get a little loud but I've found 1:30pm is the perfect time to go if you plan on being chatty. read more

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Fantastic evening for our first (certainly not the last) visit to Bartlett's. Given a recommendation by a family friend because we wanted to try somewhere new for my wife's birthday. Food was fantastic but the service and personal touches really were sensational. Our server Claire had such a lovely demeanor and engaged with our kids and made my wife's birthday very special. Nice touch of Eric coming from the kitchen twice to interact with us. Lovely night across the board. read more

We live less than a mile from Barletts and have never been...and so glad we finally did! It's such a nice, fancy interior that you would never guess from the outside. Service is extremely prompt, helpful, and attentive. We had a reservation on a Saturday night and this would definitely be needed-it was packed! I felt a bit self conscious visiting vegan, but the waiter was very accommodating and assured me the veggie burger without cheese and bun replaced was vegan, along with the side of quinoa. It was a huge portion and really good! My husband got the regular burger and shoestring fries and enjoyed it as well. I ordered a mocktail (only one on menu) but didn't see the asterisk/notation that it is made with sweet and sour with raw egg maybe they add a second mocktail without raw egg for pregnant women?? We had a very nice time and I would absolutely recommend! read more

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Went it last night for a date night with my partner. Had reservations and it did take a few minutes to get seated. You can watch the kitchen while waiting. Their allocated bourbon selection is top notch. Price-wise is expected. I wouldn't personally say it was cheap but it's better than some other higher-end places with great allocated bourbons to try. Expect to spend 40-60+ for an ounce on the very hard to get items. Food was kind of mediocre to me. It was fine, though nothing was knock you socks off for me. The marinated steak was suggested by a friend, but tasted like marinated korean bbq. I would opt for something a bit more classic if you were to come here, unless you adore marianted kbbq, very similar flavor. French dip was tasty. Having just gone to house of prime rib in San Francisco, I think my prime rib and au jus setting might be a bit broken so it wasn't amazing. Just tasty. My partner ordered his steak medium and his steak came out very rare, perhaps even on the blue side. As someone who loves rare steak, it looked to be a bit rarer even for me. That was surprising as I'd expect a place like this to have dialed it in. Perhaps marinated makes it super easy to burn? However, kitchen did promptly address this and the chef(?) came out himself to make sure it was done properly. What surprised me, at the end, was we had a portion of our meal comped because of the mistake. Overall, I think it was worth trying. If you love rare bourbon, a great place to go to to try some of the higher end stuff before paying secondary on an entire bottle. read more

It had been awhile since I had been here and so glad to put it back on my rotation. This place is an Austin institution for solid American fare with great friendly service. The dining area is filled with mostly booths (some tables) and is dim with over table lightning - a throwback to an era where dining was cozy and warm. Food here is solid - with my go to being the prime rib (served au jus) with garlic whipped potatoes (which I forgo in favor of a loaded baked potato). The salads are a great starter. Speaking of which - an off the menu crab cake also makes a fantastic starter or double it up for an entree portion with a side. Cheaper than a steakhouse and just a great solid meal. read more

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I have rarely been this happy at a restaurant. Amazing atmosphere, service, food, vibes. 10/10 recommend.

Bartletts never disappoints! The spinach dip is the best we've found and my wife thinks the baked potato is the same. Between the French Dip, the ribs and the prime rib, I always have a dilemma choosing. But the apple cobbler is an easy choice for dessert (usually taken home to enjoy over several days). read more

Fine dining and wine; excuse the typo that's whining. Known about Houstons slash rebranded Bartlett's for years but never had the pleasure of dining here. Literally, old club events happened less than half a mile south at the old Frisco and sadly Waterloo. In an attempt to find an upscale restaurant for our needs I made a reservation on a recent Saturday. Called the day before as we were trending a bit less. Thought I had it covered and nine car peeps showed up. You read that, 9 hungry diners eager to have a social. It doesn't seem like a big number but it was a breaking point for our reservation. Hey old Bart; I could have brought 30 and not known. So, this restaurant is NOT large party or group friendly. I get it; boils down to limited space. Observations: Patio would have been accommodating except there are not enough chairs for the long concrete table. You literally made a major player in the Austin real estate market stand so his GF could have a seat. Chivalry isn't dead in Austin. Food: I spent more than $50 on a 12 ounce Prime Rib when I would have gotten triple the meat at the Salt Lick in Driftwood for $5 more. Food across the experience was fine but when you factor we spent half the dining experience eyeing chairs to steal. Thankfully, the party at the other end of the long table presented us with chairs as they left. A generous act from other diners and not the restaurant. Front of house after initial interactions did j*ack sh*t. Eric couldn't find a solution for our diemma so we made our own path. read more

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I love Bartletts. I've been coming here for FOREVER! It's always consistent and best prime rib in town and bang for your buck! We always get the prime rib and a French drip sandwich. It's the best. Great wine menu and cocktails. Today my daughter had the filet and always a Cesar salad with avocado. Just yummy! I always leave satisfied and wanting to come back for more. read more

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The food is superb, service is always exceptional and the ambiance is warm and welcoming. I have visited Bartlett's several times and have never been disappointed. In fact, I have come to expect excellence. By the way, their ribs are the best I've ever had! Kudos to Bartlett's! read more

We had a delicious meal at Bartlett's. I forgot to get our waiter's name not he was excellent. He had short hair with cool chunky glasses. We started off with the Grilled Artichokes and Dip. They were excellent. We split that Thai Mango Salad. It had the right amount of tanginess and spiciness. I had the Famous French Drip and my cousin had that Kansas Strip. Both were excellent. The only thing I was not a fan of was the Cauliflower Quinoa mix. I would pass on that next time. The food and service was excellent. The atmosphere was upscale but more casual than a fancy steak house. We will definitely come back again. read more

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It has been a minute since I have dined at Bartlett's...just a handful of times over the last few years. Many moons ago Houston's was in the location where Bartlett's currently resides. The restaurants are affectively the same...same décor, same amazing food and same phenomenal service. Bartlett's Restaurant is consistent in food quality and impeccable service. The restaurant gives off speak easy vibes with lots of wood throughout the restaurant. It somewhat dimly lit but not too dark that she cannot see your table partner. The kitchen is glass enclosed where you openly watch the chefs deftly grill steaks and other food items. There is a large rectangular bar in the restaurant. Surprisingly, at lunch the bar was filled. I had lunch at Bartlett's with a friend. We both ordered salmon with wilted spinach and red and yellow beets. We had the spinach artichoke dip as an appetizer (one of their signature dishes), which was warm, delicious and accompanied with tortilla chips. The salmon was grilled with crispy edges and flavored to tantalize your palate. Our server, Scott, was extremely attentive. He took our order pretty quickly and our food and drinks were served shortly thereafter. His pleasant demeanor enhanced the dining experience. Big shout out to Scott... The overall experience was great! Bartlett's is a on the pricey side, for lunch. However, it was worth every penny. Look forward to returning to Barlett's soon... read more

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Tonight we celebrated a birthday here and were very disappointed with the service and some of the food. The prime rib was too tough to eat and the sides were cold. The service was mediocre at best, no drink refills, empty water glasses. Desert was offered to the person with a birthday, but no one else. The server seemed to get an attitude because we complained. The manager was made aware of the situation and did comp one meal. We have always loved this restaurant but it will be quite awhile before we return. read more

Always consistent in both quality and service. If you're craving prime rib or a French dip, this should be your only stop in Austin. The meat is always tender, flavorful, and served just right. Especially when paired with their rich au jus and creamy horseradish. A go-to spot for comfort and classic steakhouse flavor. Dining room booth option for the win. read more

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Great restaurant! I have been going here for a while now, any time im in austin I try and stop by. The food and service is always great and the ambiance is great as well. I would highly recomend visiting. read more

One of the very best restaurants in the entire state of Texas. This is an excellent place with its dark candlelight lit like atmosphere, and incredibly skilled and professional staff that make you feel like you're at a classy country club in New York. The prices aren't cheap (keeps the riff raff away) and it's difficult to leave without spending $100 but trust me, if you want to go on a casual date and impress, or if you just simply wanna have the best service you're going to get all year, it's worth it to stop by Bartlett's to get some of the most delicious food the city offers. As for me personally, I'm a big fan of the spinach artichoke dip and the French dip sandwich with the Ajou sauce on the side. read more

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Since I moved to Austin, we missed our go to spot back home which had an amazing prime rib dish. I wanted to try Bartlett's cause I heard they had a good ribeye and prime rib. To start off we ordered the spinach dip and a side Cesar salad. The main course we ordered the prime rib 12 oz with mash potatoes & bbq pork ribs. Everything came out in good timing. The waiter was super nice and made super she gave us a creamy horseradish and chimichurri sauce. I like the creamy horseradish sauce better than the normal one. We ordered the prime rib medium rare and it came out perfect!!! I couldn't be more happier with it. The pork ribs also came out great and it was cook to perfection. The meat was soft and falling out of the bone. We were so full and not able to try the dessert but we will be back! read more

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My absolute fav restaurant. My Birthday Restaurant. My date with myself restaurant. My watch sports restaurant. I literally don't eat all day before coming here for dinner. Best Salads and I love the chef salad with buttermilk garlic dressing! note: does have egg, bacon, cheese, and croutons. This is not the time for healthy with this salad. Spinach artichoke dip with that roasted salsa is all the yumminess and more. So creamy & spinach full. Left overs of this are delish in eggs. The pear Martini is phenomenal!! Decadent but also cold and dirty. The bartenders know what's up. The female bartenders are so magically talented here. You have to just watch them as they flow with the technique & showmanship. Although I prefer to sit at the bar booths, I love the open kitchen which is visible from the dinning room tables. Top quality meat; ground daily for the burgers. The Hickory burger is my go to with the loaded baked potato. Vibe is always on point whether that be the low key candles as romantic, the fire pit on a cold evening, or game night at the bar (there is one TV that is old & color is bad which is a vibe in itself). For some odd reason I hope they never upgrade. In the winter you can dine outside by the warm cozy fire. Or after dinner, I like to sit out and watch the sunset to finish my drink. The service is outstanding & team oriented to ensure customers are satisfied and "attended" to. The personalities of those coming in is fun to observe. Including myself as I always have "watchers" given I am sports tuned in, eat extremely slow to fully enjoy each bite, hyper focused on food flavors, and a generally silent vocally person with a very loud energy who LOVES to dine alone. I have heard tables trying to figure me out. I do the same with them; it's fun! Sometimes I get invited to join them :-) To end your meal, you must have the Sundae. My only improvement feedback for Bartlett's to move the Sundae back to a regular on the menu. For some reason it was moved to every other month. I only go when the month they have the Sundae. Right now that is January, March, May, you get the every other month thing. You can't go wrong with a meal here and drinks on the patio after to extend your evening. I always spend $130 on just myself inclusive of pre-dinner & after dinner drinks, app, meal, and dessert. Basically all full courses. It is worth every single drip of beverage and bite of the meal. Enjoy! read more

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Best hamburger I have ever had! Ambiance is great. Cooked to perfection. Wonderfully seasoned! Perfection! read more

Bartlett's - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

Bartlett's has some of the best service in Austin. Cordial team and staff that is on top of everything. The aroma of smoked meats is enthralling upon arrival... dim lights, comfortable seating... We shared the grilled artichokes and salmon as appetizers. Both were fabulous. Redfish special, was just that... special! 12 oz prime rib, salad and stuff potatoes... Brentwood Cheesecake for dessert. We will absolutely be back for more. PS if you're looking for GF items, they have them in spades!!! read more

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