Best Con Queso In Austin! The place was too crowded to wait for a table so we got a table top at the bar and wow what a great experience. The bartender Alan rivaled the best of the best waiters ever experienced! The food of course is delicious but having service of this quality just somehow makes everything better. Beyond the Queso? First sit at bar and ask for Alan Second Raspberry Margs Lastly Beef Fajita's!! read more

Chuy's - Alan killing it - The Bar Man Savant! - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

We have a bad experience for a party of 8 during Sunday lunch time. Pros: Chips and Salsa Cons: Bad service and management Parking For our dining experience here, it came down to the fact that the service was really bad. Waitstaff was not well trained to handle peak time or big party. Our waitress hid from us when the food didn't arrive for an hour. Other waiters and waitresses had to cover for her. Mind you, we did not yell at her or even complain to her since we couldn't find her. At the end, the restaurant had the audacity to charge us for 20% gratuity for the poor service we received. We had to call them out on the charge. There was no apology on the service but only the excuses of 'busy time and big party.' That was kind of lame since other big parties that came after us had received their food already. Lastly, the manager or anyone for that matter didn't even come to apologize for the horrible service. Chuy's is not a bad restaurant. The food is consistent at all locations. However, my advice is to skip this location. It's all hype. read more

Had the Mex Cobb salad and the steak burrito, plus unsweet tea. Free chips and spicy salsa and ranch- like dip. Everything was very good and service was excellent. read more

My friends raved about the queso and food here and I must admit, I am fully willing to jump onto the Chuy's fan bandwagon. The drinks are big, strong and yummy. I loved the queso and guacamole as well as their spicy jalapeño sauce, very good. I opted for the Chicka-Chicka Boom Boom enchiladas. I loved the sauces incorporated into this dish. These are some big plates and i definitely had leftovers. We were a large party walk in but they were able to accommodate us and were very friendly. It's a fun, casual atmosphere, 4.6/5 read more

Very disappointed in Chuy's this time after coming for years. Came in around 2 pm and they had an abbreviated menu. Wanted nachos so asked if I could get them. The waiter said yes what do you want on them. He didn't ask me if I wanted a half order or full order and brought out a huge full order that as one person I could not eat it all. I said why didn' t you tell me I could get a half order. He didn't care.... Never coming here again. Terrible customer service he was working the bar... read more

Chuy's - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

I lived in Austin for nearly 20 years and this *was* a regular favorite for that entire time. I've gone back to visit numerous times and this *was* a favorite that I would always go to more than once when I visited. And now it strikes me as a lame zombie version of its former self. It looks the same mostly. The margaritas are still good. But the food menu post pandemic has collapsed into the lamest and blandest items they had, and even what seemed like the most interesting of the remaining items was in fact pretty poor in execution. So, from favorite and frequently visited to I won't even bother next time I'm in town. Not sure how much of this is pandemic damage and how much of this is going blandtastic corporate because they're publicly traded. read more

This place is a must go to if you're in the austin area. It's Elvis themed and authentic Tex mex. The service is usually still really good despite being busy. I recommend trying the dirty martini if you like spice. Just the regular house made one if you don't. Food wise the chimmychanga is bomb (boom boom sauce is a must) Or my personal favorite is the chicken flautas. (Pro tip ask them to melt cheese on top of these ) The rice and beans are better than any in the area. They have multiple locations but this one hits different. read more

The food was good. We got the steak burrito, ground beef soft tacos and the chuychanga which came with a selection of sauces on the side. We also got a side of queso and warm tortilla chips, which was delish! We also got a blended strawberry lime swirl margarita, it was sweet but that's what my husband wanted. Our server was super helpful and very friendly and attentive. She gave the kids free push pops for dessert and when I asked for a small box to take the leftover quest home, she gave us a big bag of fresh warm chips to take home with it. It's a small eclectic little place but filled with big character and personality. Dress down, it's a casual joint read more

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Food was good enough nothing exciting here other than decent food for decent prices very basic Tex mex food here. Although they are good for groups and the food comes out really fast. We were in and out in about 20 min. read more

My go-to tex-mex spot when I wanna realllly eatttt! The portions are, in true Texan style, bigger than yo face! A couple of good vegetarian options such as the bean and cheese burrito and the veggie enchiladas! Get the Tres Leches -- plan to share since you know, it's Texas-sized as well. Also has a fun Elvis-themed interior, overall a great place to enjoy some comfort food with friends and family! read more

Chuy's - Bean & Cheese** burrito with Chicka-Chicka Boom-Boom sauce - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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If you're headed to Barton springs, make sure to stop by and grab lunch/brunch here first. Don't get fooled from how it looks on the outside, come inside and be mesmerized by the vibe, decor and lively ness! You start with complimentary chips and salsa, which is bottomless, so eat up. Chips are fried to perfection and the salsa is fresh but spicy with fresh chilies! As a vegetarian, my husband and I ordered the veggie enchiladas and opted in to add an additional enchilada since we didn't want to eat too much. Turned out, 3 enchiladas with rice and beans was perfect amount for us to not be overly full. The food was delicious but the server is where it's at. He was so nice and helpful! I wanted to try some of the sauces they offer and he brought many samples without charging me extra. He was also very patient with us as we were trying to make up our mind about whether we want 2 entrees and have leftovers or share an entree. Def recommend and will be back once I return to Austin! read more

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Yes yes yes yes YES! If it's your first time, second time, or HUNDREDTH time in Austin.. you HAVE to try Chuy's for some BOMB Tex-Mex food. Sheesh, they're sooo good and I was very impressed with the service! That southern hospitality is no joke! Shoutout to our front of house server, Rose, and our waiter, Christian. They were absolutely professional and hard working & always smiled as greeting the guests. It was Fourth of July weekend so it was extremely busy, but they kept such calm composure and always addressed our needs. Christian kept checking in on us during our meal (which was awesome) and kept his distance when we seemed like we were busy stuffing our faces (which was even more awesome!), haha. No reservations required here. Just walk in and put your name down. It should take about 15-20 mins to get seated (unless you're a huge group more than 4). The wait time for a large group seemed to be around 30-45 minutes at the time we went (7PM). For food, we started off with chips. We HAD to try their queso & guacamole so we got both. And always ask for their creamy jalapeño... it's freakin delish! The salsa was a little spicy for my wife so I enjoyed it all to myself. Man... their queso was TO DIE FOR! My wife had the Baja Shrimp Tacos (served with Mexican rice & beans), which was fresh and delicious. I had the Chuychanga (served with rice, beans, and lettuce, tomatoes and sour cream) and your choice of sauce (Christian recommended the boom boom sauce which was excellent!) it has a nice kick to it which I loved. Overall, 5/5 from me! I mean, the food was excellent..service was excellent... what more can I ask for? Just try this place. Trust me. You won't regret it, friend. read more

Chuy's - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've been to several Chuy's around the State but this one was a bit different, It was more of a historic site. As far as the building it looked liked it been there for quite a while. It still Delivered the same great taste as the others. Our waitress whose name I believe was "J" was on point and tended to our needs like it should be. She was friendly and knowledgeable. I had the new pineapple and jalapeño Margarita and it was pretty good. Of coarse you can't dine without there creamy jalapeño sauce... read more

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Always love their food. I like custom enchiladas with queso as my sauce. Fajitas are always a good choice as well.

Already posted but messed my order and refused to refund the part they did not supply Update, contact there office and they fixed the issues read more

The original Chuy's is one of those Austin staples you have to go to at least once. The decor is super cute and the texmex is always consistent. It's not the best I've ever had but the meals definitely hit the spot. Be prepared to struggle to find parking and wait to be seated. I came on a Friday at 9 pm and snagged the only spot available and had a 15 min wait. Besides that the service is always super friendly and the creamy jalapeño sauce is delicious. read more

Came in for a quick dinner, ended up getting treated like royalty! Our server, Luigi, was incredible. Food came out within minutes. Ambiance was great. The service was splendid! Thanks Luigi, we'll be back soon. read more

It took Chuy's being purchased by Landry's to make the common sense decision to bring back the most popular items from the original menu, including Chile rellenos. This was done for a limited time, but with any luck the new owner will restore this restaurant to its previous glory by keeping the items on the menu. read more

An experience that truly exemplifies what Auston is about. After cooling off in the Baton springs pool around the corner this has to be your next stop. Texas sized food and drink options served in a cozy tex mex diner atmosphere. My waitress, Ashley, was incredibly knowledgeable and provided 10-star service. My tips: get the Mexican martini and ask for a blackberry margarita sample. Pour the sample in the martini and you have a seriously killer combo. Ask for the jalapeño cream sauce (off menu) to dip chips and pour on your meal! read more

Chuy's - Mexican martini - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Absolutely, this Hass to be the best place to eat in Austin Texas for Tex-Mex food. The food is consistently wonderful, the staff is accommodating to any dietary needs. I have actually lived in Austin for two decades, and I've eaten here hundreds of times. The price is incredible for what you get. But what I really appreciate from this restaurant are the incredible flavorful sauces. There's so much of a right variety and they taste so original and gorgeous, but just look through the different pictures that people, customers, have shared about this restaurant, it's absolutely the best looking food, so that goes along with the best tasting as well. read more

Chuy's - Elvis Presley Memorial combo - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Cool ambiance and decor but the food is only ok. The churros were oily (and some undercooked) and the main was just fine. Server also didn't seem to know the menu well, when we asked for recommendations he said soup and salad, reall read more

Chuy's - Churros - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I used to come here all the time years ago. It is amazing how far down the quality has gone. The restaurant is clearly dirty inside. Food, napkins etc on the floor under the tables and a layer of dirty everywhere. The queso was watery. I ordered a salad which didn't taste good or bad just fine until I bit into a full toothpick. No reason for a toothpick to be in a salad so I assume it came from the mouth of kitchen staff. So that's fun. Will never again walk in this place. read more

Good food at a great price. We were amazed by the large portions and delicious food. Our server was terrific, and was always checking in to pour water or to replenish chips. I enjoyed the variety of choices on the menu and all the vegetarian options. The Guacamole was 2 full avocados and tasted great. What a fun atmosphere, with tributes to Elvis and 50's cars. read more

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We have enjoyed Chuy's for 15 years now. However this is the first time writing a review. Obviously, the food and drinks are always great! The server who helped us, Lamar was especially attentive and excellent, even with many other tables accommodating large parties! That was impressive and we are grateful for his speedy and comforting service! Thank you Lamar! If you get a chance to visit ask to sit in Lamar's section. read more

Love Chuys!! The best Tex Mex in town. The location in NW Austin is the one I usually go to, but food at other locations is just as good. It's such a cheerful place too...everyone seems to enjoy being there. It's popular so try not to go at peak times. Relax; enjoy! read more

I placed a to go order in person and paid at the hostess stand. Even though it was crowded, the process was smooth. If you go after an afternoon at Barton Springs, note that swim suits do not meet the dress code. Fun ambiance. read more

Chuy's - Parking area - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Haven't been to Chuy's in awhile. No good excuse but visited with 11 of us for lunch on Saturday. Wow! Chuy's clearly nails it on many levels. Great tex-mex at super reasonable prices. Fun Austin vibe and our wait staff Jon was truly amazing. These guys crush it in the little things. Brought a teas-to-go without us asking and sherbet for the littles. Thanks Jon!' read more

Chuy's - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Love Chuys. Hate this location. Tried twice. Service looks great for the 5 drunks at the bar. Otherwise it's deplorable. They insist only taking your name and making you wait regardless of table availability. Then they like to forget about you, seat other people, and pay no attention. Place is also filthy, no soap in bathrooms. Hit literally any other location and call the health department. read more

Honestly, you can never go wrong with Chuy's. The service is a hit or a miss depending on when and where you go, but the food is always delicious. I almost always crave either Chuy's or this other Korean restaurant in Austin. We've been here for margarita HH a few times, and for the price, the drinks are actually pretty good! I always order the chicken enchiladas with creamy jalapeño sauce as the replacement sauce (you need to ask them specifically to do this because it's not one of the sauces they have on their menu) and ask for corn to be inside the enchiladas. My friend and I are obsessed with their creamy jalapeño sauce with nachos. The chips are also really good--they're lighter and crispier but if you come on an off-day, they can be a bit stale. Recently, this location tried to charge me an extra $9 for creamy jalapeño sauce through GrubHub. Their managers were asked to crack down on people who ask for it, but that's pretty ridiculous. It's always been a free sauce when I've asked for it in the restaurant, so I had to call them a few times and ask why exactly the charge had been placed. The issue was solved, and I would come back to Chuy's regardless of the incident. The food is so comforting. read more

Chuy's - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

What can you say about an Austin original! Great food! Great drinks! Great atmosphere! If you're looking for a local place.... You've arrived. I highly recommend the boom boom anything!!! I'm here tonight for some last minute to go and drinks while we waited! Lidia and Adrian were our bartenders. Great service!!! It was SLAMMED in here and they still found the time to treat us like we were meaningful! I can go on and on and on. The beat doesn't stop until the break of dawn. But seriously! Great service tonight. And if you don't know how awesome Chuy's is.... Bless your heart. read more

Chuy's - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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If this is Tex-Mex then I don't want it. I wasn't expecting much from a chain like Chuy's, but our experience brought me down to an unfamiliar depth. Our server would check in with us in 20-30 minute increments and that's unacceptable when you've got hungry customers waiting to order. She was evidently on the struggle bus bc she was treating the other tables the same way. Not very well put together and at one point we did consider just leaving, but stuck around for the burritos and tacos that would hopefully perk us back up. This obviously did not happen. Overall the experience was trash and I'll never go to chuy's ever again. Texas is the home of Tex Mex and this was a disgrace. It was bad enough that I need a break from Mexican food for a bit. We need to see other people until I've forgotten about this blasphemy. read more

Austin Native and I've eaten here my whole life and its always a huge disappointment in comparison to any other location in the state, truly. A beef burrito drenched in a tub of creamy jalapeno for some godforsaken reason. It's hardly a burrito, really it's a soggy tortilla filled with nothing but bean, trust me I gutted it and smeared out all the insides. Just beans, YUM. As you can assume about a cold sauce on a hot dish, it's now thick and gross! Soggy nachos with again NO MEAT. Cold Flautas. Also wouldn't kill you to salt the rice once or twice in your life. Stop riding the coat tails of Zilker Park and day drinkers and take a cooking class. I've had a big Mac with more finesse. Maybe it's my bad for accidentally ordering from this location instead of the new South Congress location who's food and service is always impeccable. Fingers crossed you and I are spared this waste of money in the future. read more

Descent place, great food, fast service. Mexican good is good quality and drinks are good but not 100% authentic mexican food though. It's a good fast food restaurant. I will come again. read more

Come on man! This is THE Chuy's!!! It's as Austin as the Bats! You have to know this place! So this isn't my first rodeo here and nor will it be my last. The Happy Hour Nacho Car is always a signature Chuy move and I love it! I always sit at the bar, order a grande house marg (salted rum for sure), and chow on the chips with Jalapeño cream sauce. I must mention Hatch Chile season is here and Chuy's elevates off the charts! Get a New Mexican Martini you will not be disappointed. Do I get the food? Sometimes. Is it good? I did say I come here a lot so yes to infinity and beyond! read more

Chuy's - House margarita - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Really impressed with how the staff handled today's crazy Friday lunch rush, and also with my taco salad. The fajita beef was tender and well seasoned! The chips and salsa here are nothing impressive, but I remember the queso being really good. I'll have to try it again next time. read more

Chuy's - Taco salad with fajita beef - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

I was in Austin on biz, the same weekend as the Austin City Limits Festival. Even though Chuy's was crowded, the service was on point. Our food was served relatively fast, the wait staff was attentive, courteous, and efficient. The chips and queso were to die for. My coworkers and I were all very satisfied with our orders of enchiladas, tacos, and fajitas. A big shout out for the margaritas with the Corona Beer concoction, I'm sorry but I forgot what it was called, but see my pic below. There are Chuy's locations in my home town so I will definitely check them out upon my return home. read more

Chuy's - My favorite, a frozen cocktail, with a Corona beer combo, it is surprisingly good, so you should try it - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great food for a cheap price the servings sizes are pretty big. You gotta check it out since it's the original chuys. Salsa is good but a little hot for those with milder taste buds read more

Chuy's - Elvis dish - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Food is great, indulgent, and served in huge portions. The ambiance is lively and there is a ton of energy in the restaurant. This is the tex-mex place to visit in Austin, and this is the best location. It's a must-try read more

Chuy's - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

Just went back to one of my college favorite restaurants thirty years later. I opened the back door past loads of drink-toting people waiting on tables, and immediately that wonderful Chuys food smell hit me in the face with a rush of good memories at this Barton springs location. While we waited at the bar, you can't go wrong with one of their frozen margaritas. Perfect icy consistency. Tart and Sweet. And if you want in on a Chuys lingo-ask for a two flavor margarita like a strawberry lime "dot" or "reverse dot ". Just means one flavor will be the majority and the dot is the splash of the second flavor in the middle. Makes you look like a local longtime Chuys- goer. And their just better that way. . Our waiter Michael (not mike) was great. Everything we asked for on our special diets, he made happen like it was no problem. While i totally cheated on my diet with the frozen margarita, I stuck to the plan with a grilled chicken breast and scoops of guacamole. Ok so I might have had some chips and salsa. Btw the salsa at the bar is so good and extra spicy compared to tables fyi. Don't forget to ask for the green salsa too. Great decor with hubcap ceilings, bright colors, multiple rooms, fun outdoor back patio, cool and funny t-shirts - just a must do if looking for an Austin vibe. Wait may be long on weekends and parking in back a little tight but just relax and go with it. You will be glad you did. read more

Chuy's - Front entry with Chuys sign. - Tex-Mex Near Me - Austin, Texas

adrian was great! very attentive and a great attitude. we came here Sunday night and even though it was packed (as it should be!) we were greeted and cared for until we were sat! read more