I had to get in some cajon food in this town…read more this restaurant is very close to my hotel and I have been eyeing it ever since I got here. finally, checked it out a couple days ago. i order the catfish gumbo which comes with 2 sides. I got beans with rice and the veggie of the day, also got a shiner bock beer for 5 bucks. total with tip was ~33 i think i gave 5bucks tip the fish gumbo was really good. i also really like the beans with rice. it has a slightly different flavor profile but also very good. i think this place is a hidden gem.... good portions, decent price, and easy parking, had to figure out another P for a triple P. i think this was better than when I got rip off on bourbon street, yrs back. that was straight up super expensive double charge the tourist stuff...

French Quarter Grille is all things New Orleans. Met a friend for a leisurely lunch and great…read morefood. The restaurant is located at Parmer Land and IH 35. When you walk into the French Quarter Grill you feel like you are smack dab in the middle of the French Quarter in New Orleans, LA. Fleur-de-lis', masks, purple, green & gold colors, and jazz instruments permeate the French Quarter Grille. Jaimie, our server, welcomed us with the biggest Texas smile and exuded friendliness. My friend ordered fried catfish, carrots and rice, whereas I ordered blackened catfish with crawfish and brown sauce along with carrots and rice. My entree also came with a garden salad, which was fresh with slivered almonds. Our dishes were delightful and quite tasty. My friend also had a cosmopolitan, which said was a bit strong yet very refreshing.

Craving another chilaquiles. Killer, indeed…read more Only tried the carne guisada (prefer more tender larger chunks but tasty and good-sized portion). BEST chilaquiles I've ever had, and I'm not a fan...but now I am. You can tell the dish is made fresh-to-order as the chips were perfectly crispy. I ordered the two (aka divorced) style so I could try two sauces - the creamy poblano and the habanero. I'm a creamy poblano person. Great waiter - forgot his name (the tall one), but he was very attentive without being suffocating. And the chefs behind the counter were smiling and all happy so it must be a good place to work. Happy cooks make great food! I was ready to join the table next to me as everything looked so good. I definitely have a list of things I want to try the next time I'm there. Unless you have a LARGE appetite, you may want to split a meal as the portions are large.

The entrance is just beautiful once u walk in you are welcome with a smiley face. The location is…read morelimited in space so get here early. The food is so good I love to get the longhorn if u want spicy or the lone star for amazing taste.

The chorizo bowl absolutely stole the show!…read more I ordered the chorizo bowl, Nancy had the Bad Ass Breakfast, and we split an order of blueberry pancakes. I've had the Bad Ass Breakfast before, and it never disappoints. The bacon is phenomenal, easily one of the highlights of that plate. But the chorizo bowl was on another level. There was a lot going on in that dish--chorizo, spinach, onions, pickled jalapeños, pickled onions, an egg, and several other ingredients. On paper, it sounds like a lot of competing flavors, but somehow everything worked perfectly together. What impressed me most was the balance. You had the richness and savory flavor of the chorizo, the tanginess and acidity from the pickled vegetables, the freshness of the spinach, and the egg bringing everything together. Every bite had a little something different, but nothing overpowered anything else. It was one of those dishes where you could tell the ingredients were thoughtfully combined rather than just thrown together. As far as heat goes, I'd give it a 2 out of 5. Enough spice to give it some personality without overwhelming the flavor. The blueberry pancakes were good, but nothing particularly special. Just solid pancakes. Overall, I've enjoyed the Bad Ass Breakfast before, but that chorizo bowl is what will bring me back. It's not often a breakfast dish with that many ingredients manages to be so well-balanced. Whoever put that combination together knew exactly what they were doing!

We came here around 10am Sunday morning to grab breakfast with friends. The restaurant had had both…read moreindoor and outdoor seating, and it was packed inside. We were fortunate one of the larger tables was available inside, so we got to sit down within a few minutes. They also had a big bar with countertop seats. I ordered the Brisket Benny that had a combination of biscuits, brisket, egg, hollandaise and bbq sauces. They needed about 15 minutes to bring our dishes out. I liked my dish a lot. Biscuits, brisket, and sauces all tasted great together. My daughter's pancake was decent, but could have been better. Fruit bowl was good. Our server was super nice. He did a good job despite being occupied with several tables. Overall it was a very nice, cozy breakfast and brunch location.

Great brisket sandwich! Awesome chicken fried steak!…read moreMiss having John there to greet us! Wonderful Pflugerville restaurant!

John "MF'n" Brotherton was a growing tour de force in Central Texas BBQ, holding down the northern…read moreAustin metropolitan area with Brotherton's Black Iron Barbecue. John passed away in early 2024, while his family took over the shop in Pflugerville. Now just about a decade after opening shop, Brotherton's is closing down at the end of August. Following John's passing, they've hit a few road bumps from the rising cost of beef that's been plaguing Texas BBQ. Earlier in January they posted on social media how they were struggling, and again last spring. At the start of August, the Brotherton's family announced Brotherton's Black Iron BBQ in Pflugerville was shuttering for good at the end of August. Knowing this would be the last time I would be able to try it, my buddy and I took an extended lunch break on a Friday to give it a shot. Upon arrival at just around 11:50, we noticed that the parking lot was packed with multiple food trucks and other businesses filling the shopping center. We got lucky with a parking spot far away as we marched inside to wait in line. On the door lay plenty of stickers from different BBQ joints from Texas and beyond, with even some coming from overseas. The line moved slowly but surely, and as we got to the front we got our three-meat plate with a bonus slice of turkey for good measure. We ended up getting to Brotherton's at the perfect time because we got the final slices of brisket on that glorious Friday. I'll share my thoughts on everything we tried: Brisket: Though it looked like a great cut that was nicely seasoned, it was pretty fine overall. Nothing remarkable about their brisket while still very fatty. Jalapeño Cheddar Sausage: Juicy, cheesy, not really too spicy on the jalapeño side of things, but that might just be from the mildness of jalapeños these days. Pork Ribs: These suckers looked incredible from the pictures I saw online and on social media, but they were kinda disappointing based on how incredible they looked visually. They were good, just not as epic as I was hoping. Turkey: Turkey is underrated in the BBQ scene, and this is no exception. A nice cut of meat! Cornbread Casserole: I could've eaten the whole thing myself, so it was a shame that we were sharing. Green Chili Mac and Cheese: I'll repeat myself. I could've eaten the whole thing myself, so it was a shame that we were sharing. As a whole, I'm very glad I gave them a shot before I would never be able to again. That's the hardest part about Texas barbecue. The best places and the historic spots can drop in a moment's notice when hardships hit or the meat prices skyrocket. Sadly, I can tell that they're already at the end of their rope with certain menu options like the loaded nachos and baked potatoes, which always seem like the sign of the end. And with how the food was simply just decent overall, it's hard to justify the rising prices. I see reviews all over saying their quality has fallen off year after year following JMFB's passing, and it makes sense: he was the heart and the soul of the business. When that vaporizes overnight, it's only a matter of time. I don't wish for the downfall of any spot, but I understand that it's bound to happen to certain ones. RIYL: Paying respects to one of the greats in Texas BBQ

Great menu and food, cozy venue (with indoor and patio seating), efficient server with experience,…read moreand reasonable prices for Austin. Had not been to this restaurant in a good while, and was a last minute decision. Good choice. The whipped feta is always a treat -- light and creamy with a solid feta taste, but not overpowering, served with a few orange slices and thinly sliced almonds, and pita. Special dish! Beet salad excellent, but the Fresno peppers had way too much heat, so pushed them to side. My wife had the Moroccan curry, which had a very spot on Moroccan flavor (been there 3x), and was a large, filling portion so brought home leftovers. I had the grilled pork chop which was large, perfectly grill with a tasty bourbon-based glaze, served with a large roasted garlic clove. Wonderful dish. My wife had a white wine that she enjoyed and my martini, slightly dirty with olives (to start) was a large pour and very smooth. Enjoyable meal in a nice setting once again ...

My brother was visiting from San Antonio, TX. We were tooling around Austin playing tourist and…read morethen landed at District Kitchen for lunch. This place is so intoxicating from the aqua blue color palate and funky green art work to the alluring lighting and huge metal plate (looks like something from a ship...also their logo). My brother said the green artwork looked like broccoli. My brother ordered the Idaho trout with coconut rice and Brussel sprouts. I sampled his food and it was all good. The standout was the Brussel sprouts...crispy with this absolutely delicious drizzle. I ordered the Mezze plate with a flavor explosion and many desirable texture. It had lamb kabobs, fresh salad (emphasis on fresh) with thinly sliced cucumbers, finely sliced onions and creamy feta (never had creamy feta), red round sweet peppers, hummus with the most delightful pesto like sauce, and olives. Oh my...what a delicious lunch! Morgan, our server, was attentive and accomodating. She moved us to another table when we notice our table was rocking a little. Great catching up with my brother and excellent meal!

Our server, Zachery had some of the best service I've had in a while. Super nice and quick to bring…read moreout the food! Also great gluten free options!!

great food! our server zachery was amazing couldn't ask for better service. and the vibe/ambiance…read morewas amazing.

Great choices, reliable packaging, consistently tasty. I've never dined in but takeout never…read moredisappoints. Leeza Cherokee USMC Vet Owner of Homegrown Knitting Co on Etsy

The night starts with a conversation about "let's go to happy hour," but it's a low-key "let's do…read morehappy hour." Then you casually stroll inside Doc B's, and you meet the best waiter, Andres, and the manager, Ryan. The night becomes great; the drinks are great; the food is great. The Rigatoni with the Angry Meatball is top-notch. Ryan said they might go to three meatballs instead of the huge one. I said, "No, keep the big one." There's so much flavor in this dish! Also, Ryan said to return next month, which is tomorrow, because they are bringing on a pumpkin spice flavor dessert. I keep thinking about the Wedge Burger with the sunny-side-up egg. It was a huge, delicious burger with danish blue, candied bacon, and roasted garlic dressing. Our waiter, Andreas, has the sweetest disposition. The kindest soul who knows his spices, flavor combinations, and wines. We have probably eaten at the same restaurants most of the time. We started discussing the different chefs that have come through Austin. The flavors that they brought. We also talked about the other nearby restaurants and what they were bringing to the culinary scene. The atmosphere was great too; I like a place that's halfway dim-lit. The patio, even though outside, had the same feel. I like to say we came, sought, and conquered! Because we did! Doc B's brought the whole table. It brought the atmosphere, the food, the wine, and a wonderful group of people who work there!

This place is awesome! The chips and salsa hit every time, the margs definitely hit hard and they…read morehave so many options of food to choose from. The waitresses are always so nice and the service if very welcoming! Ambiance is super chill I really enjoy coming here after a long day to eat some amazing food!

The tacos are amazing! Great service! If you like good Mexican food I recommend coming!read more

Perfect Birthday Celebration at Roaring Fork!…read more On Sunday I celebrated my birthday at Roaring Fork with my family, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was outstanding, and the view overlooking the quarry made the evening even more special. One of our favorite perks was that Happy Hour is available all day on Sundays. We started with a traditional margarita, a mango margarita, and a few mocktails, all of which were excellent. For appetizers, we shared the shrimp cocktail, fresh guacamole, and chicken flatbread. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and a great way to begin the meal. For our entrées, I ordered the cedar-planked salmon with miso soy glaze, and it was absolutely delicious. The salmon was perfectly cooked and practically melted in my mouth. My partner enjoyed the same dish and loved it as well. My youngest daughter ordered the New York strip steak with mashed potatoes, her boyfriend chose the ribeye steak with French fries (they definitely have expensive taste!), and my other daughter had the grilled rainbow trout. Every dish was beautifully prepared and thoroughly enjoyed. The red wine paired perfectly with our meal, and the staff graciously allowed us to bring a birthday cake, which made the celebration even more memorable. Between the exceptional food, beautiful atmosphere, great drinks, and attentive service, it was the perfect birthday celebration. I highly recommend Roaring Fork for a special occasion or a relaxing Sunday meal with family and friends.

I was driving north to meet a friend for Pumpkin Nights. My plan was to go to the domain and walk…read morearound and window shop. The traffic on Mopac was "traffic on Mopac" so I was on the frontage road. I took a wrong turn and it spit me out right near the Roaring Fork. I took it as a sign and came into the bar. It is beautiful patio weather. I need to get back up here again and hit up the patio with some friends soon. The bartenders were friendly. They were busy! There were plenty of seats at the bar but the bar area was pretty full. I wish I had snapped a pic of the HH menu. Sorryyyyy folks. ;) I got the BIG ASS BURGER ($17 on the HH menu) which never disappoints. The fries were perfectly crisp and the burger was cooked to my liking- medium rare. Is there any other way to have a burger? Don't answer that - the answer is no. ;) I live south so I don't get up here that often. I'll have to make more of an effort and fight traffic to venture out more often. I tend to drive south and stay south. ;)

I am not a wing-aficionado and this was my first visit to Buffalo Wild Wings in probably 10 years…read more Our server was great and offered suggestions. Despite there only being 2 or 3 other tables, it was quite slow. The boneless wings were tasty although mired breaded than I expected. The spice level was perfect! Def a good place to watch sports with so many TVs!

First time to this location. The parking lot has ample spaces and we arrived about 1pm for lunch…read more We were seated immediately and the booth was super comfy. The ac was cold !! And there is a giant tv wherever you look. All the football and sports! Our server was super polite and quick to grab drink and app order. We had tea and water then ordered wings with fries. They have changed the menu and it's pretty impressive all the food optionthey have. Wings to burgers to salads they seem to have it all. The drink menu for alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks is huge as well. I will try strawberry lemonade next time. The wings came out pretty quick and were hot and tasty. The fries were fresh and hot as well. We had a great experience and will be back. I hate to say but the service at most BW3s is usually horrible, but today it was great and so was overall experience. Like I said we will be back!!