other than the incredible food, the SERVICE from the sweetest host to the most thoughtful servers stole the show!

We had the burger, fish sandwich, oysters, and spaghetti and clams - everything was amazing. Spaghetti and clams was the best thing we tried, can't miss menu item. Fish sandwich was flames as well. Got a nice bottle of white wine and was the perfect evening. Service was great too and her recommendations were amazing. read more

Fish Shop - Bread & Butter w/ smoked trout roe and chives - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

service was excellent, laid back, knowledgeable & funny! ambiance was comfortable-perfect place to be a regular at your neighborhood bar (with delicious food)! second time here, but first time for happy hour-did not disappoint-i'll be back soon! read more

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Good seafood is hard to come by in Austin but this place has it! Although it will cost you pretty penny, I would say worth it. The vibe in here is fancy but also coastal and cozy. They did a great job for how small the space is inside. Service was extremely personable and helpful. We started with the Caesar salad and lobster toast. Caesar salad was great but nothing out of the ordinary. The lobster toast was something else. The bread was soft but toasty, the lobster was perfectly cooked and the sauce was buttery creamy and savory. Lobster toast is a must order. I also tried just one boiled shrimp because it was almost $7 per shrimp, and it was the best shrimp I've had in Austin. Perfectly cooked. I wish they had them on a happy hour menu. For my entree, I tried their famous fish sandwich. It was good but not great. The fish batter was crunchy but the whole sandwich was too salty. It was good to try but would definitely try something else next time. We also tried the branzino. The fish was cooked perfect but the dish was also very salty. Overall, really liked the vibes in this place and the appetizers we had. Definitely want to come back and try more. They often have specials that look great and the happy hour also looks great. Came in on a weekday and was able to sit at the bar right away without a reservation. Parking is just street parking on E 6th. read more

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We walked in right at opening on Sunday afternoon and were able to get a table for two. The restaurant is decorated in an everything fish. It was not busy and we got our food somewhat fast, but also we only ordered two things total because we already had drinks and some oysters elsewhere just earlier. We ordered lavash which was not bad but a little plain. I felt like maybe a bit more citrus would benefit it. Schnitzel was interesting and also quite filling. I don't have much more to say about this restraint but overall it was a good experience. read more

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Good sea food spot with a bit of unconventional dishes. Service here is quite good. Everything inside is fish themed. The food and drinks is on the higher side but it's still worth a try. We already pregamed elsewhere so we couldn't get a chance to try the drinks. It seemed like reservations get filled on weekends towards mid shift but we were able to get a walk in at an earlier time. read more

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Service is great. Our bartender, Sebastian made us feel welcomed and he had a lot of knowledge about the menu. It seemed like the entire staff was there just to help each other out, which was refreshing. The halibut Crudo was amazing.. full of flavor. Overall, just a pretty chill experience. read more

Fish Shop - Crudo and oysters - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Went out for a night on the town in East Austin and stopped in for happy hour at Fish Shop. I've been wanting to check out their Filet O'Fish Shop sandwich and it delivered. This sandwich is worth every penny. A beautifully fried and crispy beer battered Pacific rock cod filet, laid on a bed of house made pickles and thinly shredded cabbage, topped with American cheese and a beautiful house made five herb tartar sauce. It all comes together on a clarified butter toasted brioche bun fresh from Sour Duck Market. This is easily the fanciest fish sandwich I've had and it just shot to the top of my list of some pretty amazing fish sandwiches. It paired perfectly with a great $7 house Martini. I will return to try some of their other amazing looking seafood on my next outing to Austin. read more

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I've been craving some fried fish recently, so I've been wanting to try Fish Shop out. Halibut Crudo (5/5): Beautiful dish, visually and on the palate. Very fresh flavor, good balance of citrus, and the random spots of chili oil made it a dish that I could just eat forever. Caesar Salad (2.5/5): Full romaine lettuce pieces, tossed very evenly. I simply just don't think a Caesar salad is that good if there are no anchovies (or not enough) on it. Also the full lettuce leaves meant that the leafy ends Filet-O-Fish (5/5): This is what I came here for and it did not disappoint. Just a really quality fried fish sandwich, great ratios, love the tartar sauce, crispy bread and all. This hit the spot. Fries (thick cut) (5/5): The fish sandwich didn't come with fries so we ordered some for a side. They actually have both thin and thick cut fries, but we opted for thick cut because that was their OG version. I've actually never had thick cut fries this good. Perfectly salted, crispy on the outside, with enough substance inside. Additionally, it came with a tartar sauce, which I think is the best sauce for fries (unpopular opinion, I'm sure). Overall, my experience here was solid. The service was good, and they answered any question we had and provided recommendations. I'm not sure about their other menu items, but the Filet-O-Fish was excellent. read more

Fish Shop - Halibut Crudo - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Popped in for the first time for happy hour during SXSW. Their happy hour runs from 3-5pm, so it's really meant for folks that don't work, are on vacay, off for the day or work from homers. I opted for a dozen oysters ($2 each) and a couple of beers (not on happy hour). My friend tried the $14 Le Beef Burger and thought it was pretty good! Loved the decorations and the fish shaped water bottles. For you patio diners, there's a few small tables on their sidewalk patio! read more

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Josie *spellcheck, was my server and she was amazing. Greeted me and sat me down immediately even though my party wasn't full there. Once my other friends arrived she was attempted and gave us a complete run down of the menu! I ended up ordering the Halibut Crudo, fish & chips, oysters/clams/mussels. Everything came out fresh and exactly as described. Me and my friends Loved our meals and will definitely be returning! read more

Fish Shop - Halibut crudo...took a couple of bites - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This is such a cute restaurant in east Austin. Definitely gives me a NYC vibe! I came here for date night and left with a full tummy and happy heart! We started with drinks- I got the house white wine and my boyfriend got the salty dog. Both were delicious! Then we got the halibut crudo and OMG this was the star of the night. Fresh halibut and the perfect spice from the chili crunch. Definitely and must! For entrees, I ordered the spaghetti and clams. The noodles and sauce were to die for. The clams were so fresh it was like I was eating them from the sea. It was very salty, which I didn't mind, but just a heads up! The fish sandwich and chips were superb! Who knew something so basic could be SO delicious. The service was so kind and had great recommendations. They are very busy for dinner but we had reservations and were able to get seated really fast. Overall, it was a great experience and I'd love to come back! read more

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Many reviews have commented on pricing. I'd give Fish Shop 4 stars with the caveat that it's worth it with happy hour and if you use Inkind app for its built-in discount. Skip the crudo, which was too salty and barely had any fish. Do order oysters and fish sandwich from HH menu. Spaghetti with clams was salty but otherwise well-done. Burger not too shabby. Service was friendly but not the most attentive. Ambiance reminded me of legit coastal seafood restaurant despite being in landlocked ATX. read more

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Did a walk in on a Thursday and found out they are finally on Open Table to make reservations. Was able to snag a seat at the bar which the restaurant wasn't too busy at first. Had the lobster toast, branzino and a glass of reisling. Lobster toast was amazing, the branzino was good. The beans for me weren't a huge fan and the skin on the fish was inconsistently crisp. The outter edges were great but the middle in a few sports wasn't seared/crisp at all. Service was decent, a guest that sat during my meal was notified of the specials. I wasn't informed of the special and couldn't hear what it was. Perhaps a manager, only person without apron and behind the scenes, put a glass directly into the ice bin. Can't say that's sanitary nor safe if the glass broke. Would I return? Not sure the lobster toast was definitely the star. But nothing else stood out for a repeat visit. read more

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I've been looking forward to Fish Shop's opening and was excited to finally try it. Friends who visited last month didn't love their experience, but I figured the restaurant was still working through some early growing pains. There's a lot to like here: the menu looks great, the space smells amazing when you walk in, and the executive chef has a good reputation. The room itself is beautifully and simply designed. I visited during happy hour, and while it wasn't crowded, I can see how the lack of sound dampening could make things noisy during peak times. Food-wise, the table next to me ordered the filet o'fish, which looked delicious (though I overheard them say it was really salty). I went with the shop chips and the famous le beef burger, not realizing the burger already comes with fries. It would be helpful if the menu (or bartender) clarified that, since it would save guests from doubling up and over-ordering. On the service side, my server was fantastic -- clearly focused on customer experience. Some of the house rules, like oysters being available only in portions of six and happy hour not applying to to-go orders, caught me off guard. They're reasonable policies, but having them listed clearly on the menu (or hearing them directly from the manager) would help set expectations and avoid surprises. The place is small, so it was bizarre that he was playing telephone instead of taking directly to me. Overall, the foundation is strong, and I genuinely want this place to succeed so I can work my way through the menu. With a little more clarity on portions and house rules, and focus on the customer, this could become a top spot on the east side. read more

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Happy hour has great deals on martinis, oysters, and their fish sandwich. The sandwich is tasty and the bun is soft and buttery, but the portion of fish is much smaller than what's shown in their photos. The space is on the smaller side, though they've arranged it in a way that feels open and not cramped. Service was solid, too read more

Fish Shop - Fish sandwich - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Don't need to get on a plane for NoCal level seafood - Fish Shop has got you covered. Spoiler: this is a spendy place $$$$ so be prepared but the value and creativity justify. Vibe is laid-back with multiple seating options at seafood counter or communal long table. Very friendly and attentive staff - they seem to care for each other like family. Justin the owner stopped by the chat about his journey in the culinary scene (Uchi, Justines). My friend and I started with the delicious bread (Service) which was proper chewy sourdough and the most decadent butter. enjoyed two specials -otoro and razor clam. Otoro was served carpaccio style on a crisp flatbread topped with fresh horseradish lemon, and crème fraîche. It felt decadent yet approachable. Razor clam was also very creative... Chopped and served with a light sauce which included apple for a tart burst and Crunch. We also enjoy the Dungeness crab salad, which I highly recommend ordering with their delicious old base seasoned potato chips. Fish and chips were perfectly seasoned, and the chips are extra crunchy, yet perfectly soft on the inside. Nice selection of wine and cocktails. We enjoyed champagne and a mocktail with something that tasted like aperol. Honey cake was the dessert and it was very satisfying and not to sweet. Look forward to try more dishes on the menu, especially the clam chowder. read more

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So happy this place has been added to inKind! With their discounted gift cards I was able to have dinner with a friend, and we went all out. Started with a couple Martini Rossi's and moved to Old Fashioneds later in the meal. We split the bread service, the halibut crudo, some mussels, a lobster toast, and the spaghetti and clams. The lobster toast was my favorite item but at $32 for 2 small pieces, it's definitely a splurge. Would definitely have the spaghetti and clams again. For this whole feast we spent just over $200 after tax before tip. We had excellent service from Kayla W. and I hope she's around next time I come in. Next time I need to try their shrimp which they ran out of as it was a the end of the night. read more

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Reservations recommended. Plenty of street parking and validated garage parking. On the InKind list. Really wanted to like this place. Really don't. It's small. Avoid the high tops - really uncomfortable. It's loud. That high top table is 12 inches wide and we had to raise our voices to be heard. Wasn't busy when we arrived - pushy service. Got busy as we ate - service magically disappeared. Food is hit or miss. Oysters on point. Loved the crudo and the lobster toast. But they are extravagantly overpriced for the portion size. The octopus tostada was mediocre - overcooked and chewy. Crab burger special was bland. How is crab ever bland? Watch for the "bait and switch" when you get the bill. Ordered Michter's in a cocktail but they were out. Chose another (much less expensive bourbon) but still charged the premium rate. Same with the fish and chips - no rockfish - substitute was $5 more than menu price. $26 for fish & chips is steep. $31 for fish & chips is a travesty. At least let me know beforehand that you're going to screw me... The chips are good - get the very delicious aioli (it's an extra charge). It was a good meal, but we won't be back at these prices. read more

TLDR: Expensive, but gd delicious!!! As several reviewers have stated, yes, the pricing is insane ($32 for chopped lobster meat on a deliciously buttered toast??!)...but... it's also one of the best bites for crudos and light bites I've ever had. In addition to the exorbitant prices, portions are small, but the taste, quality, and careful curation of ingredients make up for it. We got lucky with a same-day dinner reservation for 3. We had a last minute addition, but the hostess was sweet enough to upgrade us to a bigger table and even said two more could squeeze in. That said, the dining space is tiny. Even for a table of 6 at a high top, our knees were bucking way too often for comfort. Considering I'm only 5'1, I'd hate to be tall at this point. Ambiance: the decor is playful and fun with kitschy nautical chic done right-- I absolutely loved it!! Food: Honestly, order everything except the Mezcal Octopus. The Mezcal Octopus was too overcooked and chewy. Standouts were the Oysters from the east coast, Oysters Rockefeller, Lobster Toast, and all the crudos: Crudo Plate a la Swan, Scallop Crudo, and Rock Shrimp Crudo. read more

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Had a good dinner at Fish Shop! It's located on East Sixth street, which makes it an ideal place to start your night! There's not a lot of places in Austin that specialize in mostly raw seafood, so this place definitely hit the spot. There's service was prompt and the interior is cute but small. For food we ordered the Crudo plate a la swan. That was our favorite dish of the night. I love how lemony olive oil brightened up the fish. We also tried the rock shrimp carpaccio which was really fresh and delicious! We also tried the lobster claws which was alright. I didn't really like the sangeita it came with. For mains we got the crab roll, which was soo good. My only complaint was that it was quite small. The clams were also delicious and I enjoyed the broth. Highly recommend getting a side of bread to soak it all up. Overall a good seafood focused restaurant in Austin, but be prepared for smaller sized portions and it can be quite pricey. read more

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Extremely disappointed. I posted a detailed and honest review of Fish Shop on Google Reviews a few days ago, only to find it removed today - along with several other lower-star reviews. It's incredibly disheartening as a customer to feel like your feedback is being erased rather than acknowledged. So I'll share my experience here instead, as someone who simply wants their voice respected. Transparency and accountability matter, and reviews - both positive and critical- help businesses grow and help others make informed decisions. Service: Unfortunately, the service was the biggest letdown. We had a reservation and were seated on time, but the experience quickly went downhill. Our server seemed rushed and uninterested in helping. When I asked for recommendations after learning they were out of my first choice (lobster toast), she brushed me off and said she had to tend to another table. After that, she mostly avoided us, and we had to flag someone else down just to get updates on our missing dishes. Food: Really disappointing overall. After waiting over an hour and a half, we finally got our clam chowder and oysters Rockefeller. The chowder was overly starchy, the potatoes were undercooked, and I could barely find any clams. The oysters Rockefeller were probably the only highlight, it had decent flavor and a fair portion. Unfortunately, the rest of the table didn't enjoy their dishes either. The fish was overly "fishy," and everything just felt small and off for the price. Atmosphere: This was the one redeeming part. The decor was charming, the booths were cute, and the vibe was lively. They even ring a bell when someone split the g drinking a Guinness, which was a fun touch. Overall: I really wanted to love this place, especially after trying their pop-up in the past and having a great experience. But based on this recent visit, I don't think I'll be returning. Poor service, long wait times, and underwhelming food made it a big disappointment - especially at this price point. And I don't mean to be harsh towards this business, it was just a let down after seeing so many influencers post "amazing" reviews. I truly only share my honestly opinions. read more

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We went there early on a Saturday night and sat at the bar. Exceptional service and the food was delish! Had the bread service, clam chowder, oysters on toast (special), Caesar salad, and fish & chips (shared). We should've taken our server's advice and shared the Caesar salad as well, as it was plenty for two people (as was the fish & chips!). Everything was exceptional! Yes, it's expensive, but anyone who complains about that shouldn't go in the first place (do people really not look at the menu/prices online before going to a nice restaurant???). We'll be back! read more

Reservations don't matter. Insanely loud. Don't bother going here with other people - you won't be able to hear them and you'll leave with a migraine. Waited 30 minutes for our drinks, then just left. Called the manager - useless. TERRIBLE SERVICE!!!!!!!!!!! Had a decent waiter, and when we didn't get drinks for 30 mins and started asking about it another started whispering comments AS I AM TRYING TO ORDER! The front host was extremely dismissive and rude. He threw the menus on our table and left.... Without telling us where we were sitting. Came for the octopus tostada. They said they stopped selling it. After they gave us a full breakdown on the menu and gave us that extra lovely time to ponder on what we wanted. There's only like 10 other things on the menu. Do not recommend. Also - my waitress said the seafood you can add onto the Bloody Mary is just their chum from throughout the night. Good luck. read more

Everything here was delicious. Food; Mezcal octopus tostada - very good Halibut cruel - more like a carpaccio but very good Lobster rolls - delicious; brioche is sooo soft and buttery Oysters - fresh and delicious Mussels marniere - delicious; get extra bread for the sauce Filet o fish sandwich - delicious read more

You can't go wrong with Fish Shop's happy hour! It is short but worth it! We ordered oysters , the fish sandwich , and a burger from the HH menu! Then, we ordered the bread with lobster butter from the regular menu and this was seriously the star of the show! I wanted to purchase this butter to go, it was THAT GOOD! read more

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Always nervous trying new spots. Fun and vibrant ambiance with a variety of seating options. We've decided, it was dinner and a show! The hustle and bustle and fun fortune teller at the end of the meal... fabulous, fresh from start to finish. Try a little bit of everything, including the sourdough to soak up anything with broth. Service with a smile, Kayla nailed it, our glasses were never empty, and had great recommendations. read more

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randomly heard about this new seafood spot opening in east austin, texas + there was no way I wasn't gonna be first in there! I came in on a budget, left with a check outside of the budget. lol. everything just looked + sounded so good, I had to have it! sitting at the bar watching the chefs prepare the food didn't help.. To start, I had the smoked steelhead trout. I love dill therefore I enjoyed it but I thought the presentation was a bit muddy. also, it would've been better served with potato chips instead of crackers! Next, I had the oysters and mussels -- the mussels are in this sweet sauce that is so delicious. I wish I ordered more. I didn't want to "be basic" and order the lobster toast but I was craving lobster all week so I ordered it. It was so buttery and so fresh. Their fries (chips) are also on my list of good fries. I would make a call-in order just for the fries! the owners, chef, + my waitress Hailey were sooo nice and hospitable. I'm excited to see this restaurant grow and thrive in the east. read more

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A wonderful happy hour! We came up from Waco just to try it out. As a fellow Californian, I felt right at home here! Lovely atmosphere and the oysters tasted so fresh! Our waitress was sweet and accommodating too. We will be coming back! read more

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Amazing food, excellent service, great atmosphere The food was meticulously executed Sir at the bar if your party allows it and you can watch the kitchen work read more

Food Service Ambiance Absolutely delicious! I highly recommend @fishshop One of Austin's new gems ! Sit at the bar and just let chef mage you his favorites .. you'll thank me later read more

We really wanted to love this place, and honestly, the food flavor is there; everything we tried tasted great. The problem is you almost need a magnifying glass to find the actual fish you're paying for. * The $32 lobster toast is delicious, but it's more "hint of lobster" than lobster dish; lots of toast, and butter but microscopic amount of lobster. Oh, it's loud. * Same story with the fish and chips: incredible taste, super crispy, but it's about 70% breading wrapped around the thinnest sliver of fish known to science. * Service-wise, everyone was genuinely friendly, but it took about 30 minutes just to get our drinks, which is a long time to stare hungrily at other people's plates and contemplate life choices. * The vibe feels like a place that could become a favorite once they sort out portion sizes and speed up the bar. If they beef up (fish up?) the portions and tighten the service, this could be an awesome spot. For now, come for the flavor, stay for the comedy of how little actual seafood you get for the price. read more

The space is tiny and excruciatingly loud and crowded. They charge $10 a head for canceled reservations and give you 10 minutes late or they cancel. The tables are fine, but the narrow high-tops with backless stools and no footrests are ridiculously uncomfortable with hardly room for the food. Fire the person who designed them. The outdoor tables are on the sidewalk in the middle of the 6th street traffic noise and party melee. Drinks are too pricey and the food is expensive. They advertise as a neighborhood place to come often. Not likely unless you like to spend $80+ for every meal and have to reserve in advance. Considering the prices one would expect a somewhat nice ambience, but the place looks and feels like a dive bar with many, if not most, of the diners attired in shorts, old jeans, T shirts, midriff tops and ball caps. Really? Now, for the food. The branzino on giant beans was absolutely delicious, as was the fish part of the fish and chips. The bread and butter was also very good, but $12.50 for three slices of bread? The thick fries were actually crunchy like Cheetos, not good, and the tartar sauce is not tartar sauce, it was like mayo with some herbs, and no tangy pickle. The clam chowder was thick and rich, but seemingly devoid of clams. The service was good, friendly and attentive. So, a mixed bag, but not a place I'm anxious to return to. read more

We came in at 4:25 on a Monday and were sat in a few minutes, we left at 6 p.m. because the service was so slow. No one checked on us for extended periods of time, the oysters didn't come with all of the sides, and things that should have taken minimal time like water and wine took 15-20+ minutes. We hardly made the order in time for happy hour and when we asked if we could a singular additional drink on the happy hour pricing because no one checked on us, they denied us. The food was great but the service was so bad I wouldn't recommend even coming. read more

Newer restaurant so probably working out some kinks with service, menus, etc, but overall enjoyed the experience and food! The restaurant is loud but so cute inside. The food was delicious, I would definitely recommend the fish sandwich, fries, oysters, and the bread with seaweed butter. Would go back! read more

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Common theme here on the reviews, but majorly overpriced for small portions, taste on most everything was a miss, and just overall a less than stellar experience. For a hot spot area of E ATX that was in need of a good seafood joint, I was excited to hear of their arrival and opening. I work close by so was excited to venture in with a co-worker, but by the time the meal was over that excitement has waned. Staff was relatively nice enough, and the restaurant itself is nice (albeit loud), it's really just a food and cost issue. Look, I know times are tough and prices are higher on everything, but the amount of "crab" in the crab roll was not worth $30 when a good portion of it was more so the binder sauce and less so the meat. We also had the fish & chips and while it was fine, it was a tad on the greasy side compared to other f&c dishes in the ATX region. All in all, I understand this is still a new restaurant, so over time I hope the kinks get worked out. But based on price point vs portion size, I can't say it'll be a "must return" visit to test it out again unless the grapevine speaks enough positivity into existence or things turnaround on that front. Wishing all the best to Fish Shop, and hoping the next few months lead to improvement and better outcomes! read more

Great service, good food, and great experience! I will definitely be back! The oysters were amazing and on happy hour too read more

Fish Shop - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Went for a late lunch, only a few people in the restaurant. Pleasant service, had the mussels and a glass of Rose' Mussels are $27, bare bones. Bread or fries extra. Ordered fries for $9 more and a tiny glass of wine $15. Mussels were fine, nothing great, same with the fries. Bowl of mussels was too small to dip the fries in the juice while eating so had to remove mussels and put on separate plate which was annoying and caused the mussels to cool down. $62 for a quick lunch (including tip) was way too pricey for the ambience which included paper napkins and mediocre food. Will go back for Happy Hour. read more

Save yourself the $ and disappointment and don't come here. Premium prices and tiny portions usually means premium quality and taste, right? No, the taste was below average too. Not sure how people are rating this place 4-5 stars. read more

Very good. Best Caesar Salad I've had so far in Austin (yes, better than Rocco's). Very tasty Lobster Toast and Spagetti with Mussels. Will definitely be back. If anyone complains that it's expensive - yes, that usually comes with the territory if you want quality seafood. read more