Checked out Garbo's food truck at Two Step Inn and it ended up being one of the highlights of the day. There were lots of food options, but the Garbos food truck stood out with the New England cuisine with an Austin twist. It was easy to place my order with the server and the food was prepared quickly considering the crowd size. I ordered the Connecticut-style lobster roll, and it definitely delivered with butter poached Maine lobster topped with Garbo's house seasoning, fresh lemon juice & scallions in a New England top-split bun. The lobster was warm, buttery, and packed into a perfectly toasted roll. You had the choice of salad, kettle chips or jalapeño slaw as a side. I went with the salad that was served with a Champaign vinaigrette dressing. For a festival setting like Two Step Inn, where food can sometimes be an afterthought, this stood out. It was quick, satisfying, and honestly a nice break from the usual fried options. A little pricey, but that's kind of expected at events like this. If you're at the festival and debating food options, Garbo's is worth it, especially if you want something that feels a bit more elevated than standard festival fare. read more

Garbos - Connecticut Roll - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Shout out to the fish and chips this was great ! I really enjoyed this and it was made to order . The tarter sauce was really creamy and tangy I like that it wasn't chunky but unfortunately I ordered the mini lobster roll it was really disappointing . I order the fish and chips because I actually saw a guy have it and it was really just amazing looking . What's hilarious is that his partner ended up ordering the fish and chips because the comparison is quite comical . THis place was on my bucket list for ever not anymore . I was hoping that they had the lobster taco on the happy hour menu but I was too late . I just really wasn't impressed. It should be a mini lobster brochetta .with 2 gram caviar bump I should have knew to turn around but my curiosity got me . read more

Garbos - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This place was on my "want to go" list for a while. We popped in while shopping in the area and actually really enjoyed our experience. It was not busy and we got have an inside seat at the bar top (the only indoors seating option). The service was attentive and friendly. They were out of couple of things but it was fine. We tired Connecticut lobster sandwich with Caesar salad and a couple of soft drinks. The lobster meat was very high quality and totally worth the price point. It was very generously topped with lobster claw meat and very well seasoned. I will definitely be back to try other options. read more

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Garbos is not a garbo place. The normal lobster roll comes with a side. I highly recommend the Cesar salad. The sandwich itself was really good full of lobster claw meat. The food can be a bit pricey but that's cause it's quality lobster meat. They ran out of calamari this day which I would have loved to try that too. This location is pretty small with only indoor bar seating and some outdoor seats. But a Nice place to stop by in the area for a quick meal. read more

Garbos - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Garbos is one of my favorite restaurants in Austin. I've tried so many menu items over the years and have always been so impressed with the quality of their seafood and service. Some of my favorite items include: Raw oysters, whole lobster, lobster grilled cheese, spicy crab roll, smoked mahi fish dip, caesar salad, Shell's lemonade, mozzarella & lobster bites, fried calamari, crab cakes, fish and chips, and fish sandwich. I realize I listed out half the menu, but the food is just that good. I also really love their seasonal items, specifically the hatch chili lobster roll and hatch chili corn chowder. Don't forget to try a caviar bump and the Copenhagen Sparkling tea! read more

The downtown Garbo location is just as good as their food truck and larger storefront. The menu is slightly smaller, but the quality and flavor are absolutely still there. I stopped in for a quick lunch and went with the warm lobster roll and a Cobb salad -- both were excellent. Pro tip: add lobster to the Cobb. You'll thank me later. Fresh, satisfying, and worth every bite. Small bar seating and outdoor area, service is epic. If you love Garbo already, this location won't disappoint. Perfect for a fast, high-quality lunch downtown. read more

Garbos - Cobb Salad with 2oz Chilled Lobster - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This little outpost grown up from food trucks, surviving the Pandemic, and thriving with 2 larger brick-and-mortar locations in N MoPac and Dripping is the best place to find the freshest lobster (oysters, caviar too!) in Austin. With daily specials Monday through Wednesday and a generous Happy Hour menu Monday through Friday, there's a new favorite for everyone (my go-to is a tiny lobster roll on pillowy grilled bread, leaving room for dessert!). Chef Theresa is serving a trio of rolls including a seasonal Hatch Chile. I'll be back soon for their Forbes' famous fried Lobster Mozz Bites and Key Lime Pie (brought in from the sisters' outpost home - so you know it's good!!!). read more

Garbos - Maine Roll - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

I reviewed the feedback prior to visiting Garbos. It was spot on for the most part. The food is definitely pricey and the portions are small. The food itself is very good, and the service was top notch. They brought out our water fast and the food came out incredibly fast. They have room for about 8ish people inside and a couple of picnic tables outside. Definitely would dine inside if able during the summer. I ordered the trio and a side of the jalapeño coleslaw. The trio was the maine, connecticut and special. The special was the fried lobster, jalapeno and honey. The best of the 3 was clearly the connecticut. It was simple and good with chunk lobster, really a decent hunk for the claw. The hint of mayo and acid was really good. The special was very good. It was lightly fried with honey that gave a good sweet and savory balance. The maine was still good, I would consider it a lobster salad. The jalapeno coleslaw was excellent. It was slightly sweet and not too sweet at all. The jalapeño spicy was enuf to be there while it did not overwhelm the dish. In all everything was good, food and service with the exception of the price was a little high. read more

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It's really hard to find good lobster rolls outside of New England, and Garbos hits the spot for me. I ordered the Connecticut roll, which comes with butter, lemon juice, and scallions. I was pleasantly surprised by the portions. Other lobster roll places can be really skimpy with the lobster, but my roll had a generous serving. The pieces were large and meaty. The seasonings were nice and didn't overpower the taste of the lobster. I would have preferred more lemon juice on mine, but that's more of a personal preference. The seating is limited to a few barstools inside, but luckily there wasn't any wait when I visited on a Sunday afternoon. I can't wait to come back and try their Maine roll next time. read more

Pro tip: Check out their Tuesday all day fish and chips special. Better switch up that cheat day because you'll get a huge portion of well breaded fried fish and French fries with vinegar for a great price! Their lobster rolls also look like a great amount of lobster too! read more

Garbos - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Very cute little diner (inside) and outdoor patio tables. Food was delicious - the bowls, the salads, the sandwiches all top notch. Most helpful staff. Will definitely go back. read more

First review on 2025? I'm behind. Anyway, I'm still sitting here at Garbos. Satiated. Taking in the view from the picnic table outside. I kinda love it here. I tried the roll trio so I could pick the best. The Seasonal Roll was a honey fried truffled roll which was special and def better than other fried lobster rolls I've had in the past. The best tho? Connecticut. Warm drawn butter gon smack every time. I text my husband 'do I wanna move to Austin?!'. Idk that yet but I do know I'd def recommend dropping in to Garbos. And I'd def return to nosh. Two word review: Connecticut Roll. read more

Garbos - Trio - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I really need to start taking pictures. We visited Garbos food truck at the Ladybird Wildflower Center. Service was quick and lobster roll was fabulous. read more

Tasty but pricey! 4.5 stars rounded up. Great service and charming ambience, sitting indoors at the bar counter in the air conditioning. We walked over after some shopping at REI and it was the best treat. There also happened to be a little pop-up with the chef from Bacalar preparing some other menu items. We tried the oysters and they were delightful! The hardest decision is always whether to get the Connecticut or the Maine role - a good solution is to go with someone and get both and share. My partner is diabetic and can't eat bread and even remembered to take the croutons off of his side salad. read more

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Place is delish. My new lunch favorite. Clean and my hatch lobster roll was manifique. Thanks!! The lambrusco was great too! Love supporting a family owned and ran operation in downtown. read more

Omg my fave. I always get the warm lobster roll with a glass of rose. I wish they had a few more menu items and maybe a kids menu but my daughter LOVES a good lobster roll. My husband, daughter and I got 3 rolls one time, the warm, the cold and the monthly special and we passed them around and enjoyed all of them. This is my jam! read more

Garbo's is the best seafood restaurant in Austin. You go there and you get New England vibes. I've been a patron since the Wells Branch location. I ordered the Maine Lobster, Lobster Cheese Bytes and the Peach Cheesecake for dessert. Always a great atmosphere and a great dining experience. I would definitely also recommend to anyone looking for a great Lobster roll, fish and chips, oysters you name it. Plenty of good options to choose from. Checkout their food trucks also for good take out food. A++++110% read more

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4.5 STARS We ordered take out online from the Lamar location~ While we didn't eat at the restaurant it is quite cute inside like on diner feel very clean too~ counter with stools and some small tables, I think. Definitely tables outside plus a walk up window too! PLUS some parking also ~ The sandwiches were VERY GOOD, I didn't pick them up at the time I chose as my driveway was blocked, so about 30 mins AFTER my original pu time still tasty , I wish they would have been kept cool in the fridge but oh well. Each sandwich, a full size & a mini were full of lobster chunks NOT dribs & drabs, and the dressing was perfect too, not overdressed nor over-seasoned served a split roll (traditional for lobster rolls, I think) fresh rolls nice chew just ideal, imo. Each sandwich came with a bag of potato chips, even tho I asked for no sides but it was appreciated Lobster is always expensive so this is a splurge ~ I don't think you will be disappointed so try GARBO'S & ENJOY read more

Garbos - Look for this sign & pull in for a TASTY LOBSTER ROLL~ - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Returned for the $16 Fish and Chips Tuesday Special. Portion is really great. If you're into fried fish, I would describe this as plentiful battered. It was reminiscent of pizza fritte, with fish inside of it. So less crunchy, and more so fluffy with a light exterior crunch. Personally, I'll stick with the lobster rolls. But I did appreciate the new experience! read more

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Garbo has been my go-to spot for lobster rolls for the past eight years, and for good reason--it's simply the best. The Maine Lobster Roll is perfection every single time: fresh, flavorful, and packed with lobster at a price that can't be beat. Their specials of the day are always creative and delicious, making it hard not to add one to my order. Today, I decided to switch it up and try their soup, and as expected, it did not disappoint. Perfectly balanced flavors, comforting, and clearly made with care. The service is always great--friendly, attentive, and efficient. If it's your first time, just a heads-up: parking can be a little confusing, but trust me, the well-buttered toast will melt your frustration away! Whether you're a lobster roll aficionado or just looking for consistently amazing seafood, Garbo is the place to be. I can't recommend it enough--hands down the best in Austin! read more

Garbos - Maine Roll - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

I tried to lobster grilled cheese, lobster roll, fried mozzarella, key lime pie, and frozen lemonade. My favorites are in that order. I could probably do without the lemonade. It was just like frozen ice. But everything else-- DELICIOUS. Everything was seasoned well and had enough lobster in it. The service was so nice and attentive. There's limited parking and indoor/outdoor seating. I just parked a block away in the neighborhoods. And we sat inside by the countertops. read more

Garbos - Key lime pie - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Everything. Service fun & accurate. Food great! Pleasant place to lunch with friends.

There original spot is just okay but this spot on n lamar is not good. The lobster roll was okay. No ice, no iced tea, no fries. Nothing is being prepared there and the quality shows. Not sure how they have made it in this location for so long. Go to Perlas for a better lobster roll, service, iced tea w ice, and fries. read more

I'm a huge advocator for food trucks scaling to a brick and mortar; it's admirable business! Garbo's offers two kinds of lobster rolls: The Maine or Connecticut Roll, and a few other noteworthy options. I was able to try both rolls, but the prizewinning dish was the crab cakes!! The crab cakes were savory and crispy on the outside, and tender and well-held together on the inside. As for the lobster rolls, I highly recommend the traditional Maine Roll. The Connecticut Roll fell flat for me. The meat was chewy and dry. BIG CON: As much as I really want to like Garbo's, I expect excellence from a business that's been running for over a decade. Unfortunately, Garbo's fell short and had SHELLS in both rolls. read more

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The only place I know of in Austin that serves up authentic and sourced from Maine and Rhode Island, delicious lobster rolls! Pricey, but well worth it! They've got local beers and can make Margaritas too. This is owned and operated locally from folks that established this restaurant who hail from the Northeast. Definitely try this place! Highly recommended A++ read more

Garbos - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Cute,cute with friendly vibe. Great food and customer service was warm and helpful. Definitely, recommend visiting and ask for their soup special. read more

Some of the best lobster I've ever had!! The food was fresh and the service was fast!

Lovely 1980s joint. Limited bar seating but there was no wait time. We ordered crab cakes, lobster bisque soup (weekly special), and Connecticut & Maine mini rolls. The lobster bisque was delicious especially since it was cold and rainy. Highly recommend trying both types of rolls as we were unable to pick a favorite. Crab cakes were good, although I would recommend the lobster rolls instead. This place is expensive - about $70 for small portions. Overall, would say 5/5 for food, but dropping a star due to cost. read more

Garbos - Crab Cakes - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I ordered the Connecticut Lobster role. the roll itself was pretty small but very good I wanted to order another one. Some of the lobster was chewy but the rest was pretty good. The staff was attentive and kind. read more

Garbos was a pleasant surprise! We planned to go to Book People and happened to see the sign across the street. I loved the aesthetic of this little restaurant. We were greeted by the owner and she kindly went over the menu and offered suggestions. We ordered three mini rolls which were perfect for not being super hungry. If you are starving I suggest a full roll. My favorite was the special roll that had citrus in it. It reminded me of a lobster ceviche. The New England and Connecticut were also very good. They have a great wine selection and made me wish we had more days in Austin. The menu had so much that I wanted to try. read more

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The Maine lobster roll was good and service was great but it's way overpriced for $32...this is more then the average Austinite can afford! Pricing would be more fair around the low $20's, especially for the size of this sandwich. Lobster rolls in San Francisco and New York sell for less! Would rather stick to quality seafood market up north. It's probably my first and last time here unless they change the pricing or the portions read more

Garbos - Maine Lobster Roll w/ Jalapeño Cole Slaw - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Service a great, deffo no complaints there! We ordered the Connecticut roll, the Spicy Crab roll, and calamari. Sadly, everything was just ok. The Spicy Crab roll had entirely too much bacon and cheese, completely overpowered the crab. BUT the Caesar salad was really good! read more

Garbos - Spicy crab roll - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This is a really fun lunch spot with coastal vibes. We enjoyed getting to sit at the bar and watch the chef cook. The food came out quickly and was very hot and fresh and the waitress was attentive. We enjoyed everything we tried, but the lobster mozzarella bites were the best item by far. The fried fish was also pretty tasty as was the Connecticut roll. We felt that the lobster roll and side salad in particular could have benefitted from some more flavor, particularly salt. read more

Garbos - Lobster Mozarella Bites Fried Fish Connecticut Roll Side Salad - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

I placed a large order earlier this year for pickup and was worried that things might not be able in time because my pickup was so close to the opening time (I was coordinating with a legislative office). But I needn't have worried, they had everything packed and ready to go when I arrived! Sam was especially helpful and even carried things to my car. Thank y'all so much! read more

Lobster all the way from Maine served in this cute little restaurant on North Lamar! Order the Connecticut style roll with 4oz of lobster meat in warm butter on a grill toasted roll and a side salad. Shack and flavor of the roll reminded me of sitting next to the Atlantic and watching the boats come in. Champagne vinaigrette gave some tang to the salad. $30 for the roll and salad. Staff was friendly read more

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$82 for two tasty sandwiches. You judge the value there as that better be one amazing sandwich. Enough said. read more

Just went to Garbo's and so happy we did. Visiting my chef son and he was impressed as well. Great service, super clean, nice decor with personality and charm. Calamari was tasty as were Happy Hour menu items. read more

Garbos - HH minicrab rolls - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The crab cakes are bomb!! Garbos has the sweetest vibe and I love how family oriented they are. Everyone is so sweet and the food is fresh and yummmmmyyyy. read more

I'm from Maine, have lived in Austin for 10 years and just am now getting around to trying Garbo's. The flavors were good on the lobster. Everything tasted fresh. The rolls were big and pillowy, and had that signature buttered & toasted flavor and look. The portions are the sole reason for my poor review. They cut a slit in the center, about half the length of the roll, and surreptitiously inserted one claw and a few other little pieces. The result was my first two bites on either side being all bread, then a little bit of lobster in the middle with some of the garnish on top. All for $32. In total our order was $60+ for two rolls which had very little lobster. I have been to Mason's many times and you can get a full-cut split-top bun there for $28 with about 3x the meat. And it's just as good. Garbo's is a massive ripoff. read more

Not great. The food was just ok, but for the price I won't be back. Lobster roll + Salad with Lobster, with tip and tax totaled more than $70. Lobster is never cheap, it feels insulting to sit on a bar stool in a bland uninviting interior to eat a small roll served with chips? At least upgrade to fries. The salad was similar, a small basket of salad with some lobster on top. Nothing special. The next day we went to El Alma for brunch, got a real table, stuffed peppers, mole, frozen margaritas and hung around for more than an hour and it was essentially the same price. read more