Everything was wonderful as well as our server Hope. We were visiting from Los Angeles and she gave…read moresome great recommendations and they were all on point. For me the Salisbury steak was the best I've ever had. I'm from the Midwest and that was a staple but when I got to Cali it was rare to find. Fun fact we own a family restaurant since 1983 and that was on the menu but people really didn't order it like that so we discontinued it. Maybe if it tasted like yalls it would've worked. Anyway whenever we are in Austin again we are coming straight there. I love the popcorn snack before the meal as well and that could've been my dinner by itself. Cool vibe as well throughout so keep up the good work! Oh and the burnt ends grilled cheese was amazing as well and the fries! ALLLLL GOOD!!!

Food: Absolutely DELICIOUS! We went for brunch and couldn't stop raving. The grits have to be…read morethe best I've had. The green chili macaroni's and cheese- YUM!! Everything I tasted was soooo good. Beef medallions were amazing. Desserts were impressive too. Ambiance: there were a lot of people but you could still carry a conversation without raising your voice. We had a 15 minute wait but we came without reservations at 10:30an Waitstaff is super friendly and host was great

Salty Sow is one of the best options in Austin for a casual but DELICIOUS dinner that's extremely…read moreaffordable for the portion size and food quality! NOTES: - Reservations: available through OpenTable - Parking: free lot next to the building - Online ordering: available on their website through ChowNow for pickup - Happy hour: every day from 4:00 to 6:00 pm - Daily specials updated on their website THE HIGHS: - Hostess and server (Omar) were extremely welcoming and friendly - Container of water on the table so you can refill as needed - Food came out quickly after ordering - Fantastic portion sizes for the price THE LOWS: - Reservation didn't specify inside or outside and it was hot in the patio area THE PRICE: Very reasonable for the portion size and quality of food - All butter biscuits ($7.50) - Whipped cow's milk ricotta ($15.00) - Housemade pastrami sandwich ($22.00 each) - Cheese grits (menu said $8 but were charged $7) The total was $79.56 after tax ($6.06) but before tip. BEST BITES: - Pastrami sandwich (one of the BEST pastrami sandwiches I've ever had... packed with meat, bread is toasted well, and the fries are super crispy) - Biscuits (crispy outside, soft inside, and lots of layers... the molasses chili butter is sweet and melts into the biscuits) THE VERDICT: I had visited Salty Sow 4 years ago but hadn't been back just because there are SO many great places to eat in Austin. After coming back, I think Salty Sow is incredibly underrated and slept on... I already can't wait to visit again and will definitely recommend it to others!

Got the deviled eggs and duck fat fries during happy hour and it was a super great meal for the…read moreprice. The deviled eggs were rich and flavorful, and the duck fat fries were crispy, salty, and really easy to keep eating. The place has a nice, elegant aesthetic without feeling too stuffy, so it still feels comfortable for a casual happy hour. Service was great too, super friendly and smooth the whole time. Great food, great service, and great vibes.

One of the best taverns in Austin! I absolutely love Murray's and keep coming back, whether I'm…read morestopping in alone for a martini, having a date night with my husband, or meeting up with a group of friends. There's usually something on the menu for everyone, which makes it such an easy choice for almost any occasion. Their happy hour is one of my favourites in Austin. The mini martinis are served on a martini tree, which makes the experience especially fun, and they also make an excellent dirty martini--perfectly ice cold and well balanced. The beef tartare is another standout and easily one of the best in town. It's always topped with an impressively large egg yolk, which I love. Murray's is an easy recommendation for anyone in East Austin looking for a relaxed, lively atmosphere and a satisfying meal.

As soon as you walk into Murray's you feel like you've been transported to a proper English pub…read more They have half off martinis during happy hour. I realized I don't like martinis but I'm assuming there's as well-made. It also came with some free oysters because it was oyster day. We got the fish and chips and I was pretty disappointed by the fish. Even though the batter was tasty, the fish inside was pretty meager. The green beans are surprisingly tasty. We watched a couple World Cup games there and it was a nice environment for that. They also have ample patio space. Service is pretty fast too. Overall a fun place to get a beer and hang.

I stopped today with my husband and absolutely LOVED it, I'm definitely gonna be back!!…read moreBut let me tell you more! The indoor is very beautiful and smells like cinnamon and apple (a scent that I love), especially going towards the bathrooms. Theres a bar section with plenty of seating and the room inside the restaurant is overall very spacious. I didn't see much of the indoor as I decided to sit outside in the patio. Although being during the Texas summer, the patio has plenty of (very powerful) fans! The view of the green belt next to the restaurant is amazing, and there is also an outdoor bar, which gives impeccable vibes. We ordered two starters and had plenty of food! My husband ordered the Barbacoa Stackers (slow roasted barbacoa, refried black beans, Jack cheese, JAK slaw, Cotija cheese) I personally loved them! The meat was tasty and juicy, the black beans were perfectly cooked and everything was so rich in flavor. Definitely a 10/10! I ordered the Homemade Buttermilk Biscuit, served with honey & seasonal fruit flavored butter (with a side of yummy bacon) Today they had strawberry flavor, and there was even strawberry jam. I have to be honest, THE BEST biscuits I've ever had in my life! And I love me some good biscuits! They were buttery and crumbly to the right point! The strawberry butter with the strawberry jam was the perfect combo! We were told the biscuits are made fresh every morning, and I love that! It was definitely a 1000/10! We also got some chips and salsa. Chips are very crunchy, and the salsa is spicy to the right point! Now I'm building my tolerance with the spicy and this salsa was really yummy, and can build up the spice! The waiter who served it to us, brought it over in a small mason jar and emptied it in the little container for our table, which was something I've never seen done like this. Definitely appreciated it! Makes me think they make their own salsa (forgot to check on that!) They also gave us a complimentary pita bread with pimento, and it was delicious! The pita bread was very crunchy and salty to the right point! They even gifted me a portion of peach and strawberry cobbler, topped with ice cream, for my birthday and it was insane! The flavor was perfectly sweet and mixed with the ice cream was very refreshing and still warm and melting in my mouth! Probably one of the best cobblers I've ever had! And keep in mind, we got here that we weren't feeling super hungry, and yet we were able to appreciate every single bite cause it was so good!! Last but not least - Ali, our server, was incredible! She was so nice throughout the whole dining experience and made sure we had everything we needed. She was so kind to ask if I could add peach puree to my freshly squeezed lemonade (which is a 10/10), and even made sure I had plenty of strawberry butter for my biscuits. We definitely took some leftovers home and I can't wait to have the remaining biscuit in the morning!

I recently had a work meeting in Austin, and I booked a large group at this spot. I can easily say,…read morethis will be my go-to every time I come back to Austin. Between the phenomenal service, the ease of catering to a big group, and the amazing food, this place is a 10 out of 10. The pimento cheese is a great touch. I personally ordered the Ruby Grilled Trout, which was perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned, and came with the perfect garnishes. My group loved their food!!

Seems that this location is in a hotel of some sort. I didn't see the name nor was I paying…read moreattention due to the construction out front and a lot of distractions. Walked in to a nice dimly lit dining room, a little on the small side but the bar was prominent with a good array of western decor. Great menu as a result of varying interests. After spending some time in Austin I was looking for something. That was NOT MEXICAN. Don't get me wrong I love Mexican or Tex-Mex but this NE statesman needs a variety that is closer to home. The jalapeños were just like how I do it at home, sometimes I use Boursin cheese mixed in the cream cheese to get it a little more ridged when you cook it. Bacon was slightly charred and it had some rarer parts to it as well. I love that. I will be back for this before I go home this week. The Ahi Tuna was incredible as well, laced with chimichurri, which was more to my liking as opposed to the oily sauce that most are accustomed to. Great paring with the rocket salad and cherry tomatoes with chunks of avocados. I sat at the bar because I was wanting to leave to see the bats emerge from the congress bridge, another 1/2 mile walk down the road. I will be coming back before I leave. Truly worth every cent with the elevated service.

I'm telling you folks, this is one of the best lunch specials on Congress…read more Service was great today Texas Two Step Salmon, I chose no mashed potatoes or spinach but begged for green beans instead. Perkiest portions of all three Sit at the bar and have lunch Today I paired it with the shrimp cocktail and man was that tasty! Come try this joint out sometime, I bet you'll be happy!! Beautiful ambiance too Highly recommended

There menu is a bit small but it's QUALITY!!! I got the wagyu burger medium rare and it was…read moreAMAZING. Definitely makes me want to come back:)

Odd Duck in Austin is a casual yet chic spot with upscale, modern dishes, and while it doesn't have…read morea formal Michelin star, it holds the prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand. The service is friendly, and they have a small parking lot with free valet, which is a nice convenience. Getting in during happy hour also makes the prices feel very reasonable. The food was really good across the board. The aged wagyu burger, pork belly slider, and cast iron cheddar cornbread were all standouts. The fettuccine with shrimp, pork sausage, and kimchi alfredo was packed with flavor, and the spiced chips are a great side. If you are looking for creative, high-quality dishes in a fun and stylish setting, Odd Duck is a fantastic spot to check out in Austin.

I recently took a work trip to Austin, and I tried this place because it was near my hotel. I…read moredefinitely enjoyed it! We were seated promptly, served swiftly, and were given great service the whole night. The restaurant appeared on the smaller side, still had adequate tables, and the lighting was a little dim. Proved to be a perfect setting. I tried the Amberjack special. It was not on the menu, but it was fabulous! If I remember correctly, the fish was on top of a grit cake on pea puree. Or something like that ha! I just know it was fantastic, and I'm going by my very fuzzy memory! My table of work colleagues and I truly had a great meal. The food was all phenomenal and reasonably priced. The service was on point. Vibes were golden!

Meeting friends in Austin we picked this restaurant at random being halfway between our locations…read more What a great choice! All of our selections were outstanding. I recommend the crawfish chili relleno, a batter fried poblano pepper stuffed with cheesy, crawdads served on a bed of rice with queso. Crawfish etouffee featured a generous portion of crawdads in a tangy, Cajun sauce, perfectly spiced. Service was quick and friendly and we had no room for dessert!

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!