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    4.1 (208 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Tracy C.

    Went for the cowgirl meal. Portions were small . But the food was delicious. We ended up ordering the chefs favorite 4 appetizer after the meal. The tacos were mid, the queso tasted like it was mostly sour cream, but the onion rings and the fried green tomatoes were en point. The decor was cool - snazzy Texan feel.

    Fried green tomatoes
    Jana B.

    We were seated quickly in a side room that was perfect for conversation. I had a Cobb salad with blackened chicken which was delicious - well seasoned chicken and light dressing. My friends ordered ceviche and chicken Caesar salad. The fried green tomatoes were the best she's had. Our server brought drink refills before we asked! A very pleasant experience!

    Greenbeans
    Lucy V.

    So I went during the day on a weekday so place was pretty empty. When you arrive, the hostess was very nice and got seated right away. Our waitress was very nice, but at times it was hard to find her. When we arrived, I started with a Tito's and soda, which took quite a while to get and apparently it's because the Bartender is not always behind the bar. We started with a chef's favorite four. The queso on it was good. It was just a little too thick and salty, the fried green tomatoes. I didn't enjoy cause I like that they were battered instead of breaded. The onion rings. I have to say they were good. I didn't mind that they were regular breading and the onion inside was a good amount, which is great. Lastly, it had elk tacos, which was actual elk meat. I thought it was just ground beef because that's what it tasted like and it was over seasoned and dry. I then got the bone and ribeye and asked for a medium when I first cut into it. It seemed fine, but as I continued to cut pieces off the steak, it was well done and dry. They overdid the pepper on it. It literally was the whole flavor. The green beans tasted fishy. I don't know if they had just finished cooking fish around them so I was not able to eat them. My friend got a chicken fajitas plate and the chicken tasted fake. It was like like eating plastic. I don't know how to explain it. It had chimichurri rice, which was dry and salty. It really sucks cause there is such a high talk of this place, especially as location and how cute it is, but I sadly won't go back since the food was not worth the price at all.

    Chicken fried chicken & egg biscuit ($15.95)
    Michelle E.

    Haywire gives you that Texas aesthetic with delicious southern food at affordable prices and great hospitality! FAST FACT: * Parking - nearby parking garages with free parking * Reservations - available online through OpenTable * Delivery - available through UberEats and DoorDash * Happy hour - Monday through Friday from 2:00 to 6:00 pm with $7 drinks and bites PRICING: The total was $68.53 after tax ($5.23) but before tip for a sweet tea ($3.50), blueberry biscuits ($10.95), kolaches and queso ($13.95), hot chicken sandwich ($15.95), chicken fried chicken & egg biscuit ($15.95), and side of cornbread ($3). I think the pricing is INCREDIBLY reasonable for the portion size you get! SERVICE: The hostess greeted us right away and took us to a table and our server Sidney was super friendly and personable! There was a little miscommunication where we ordered the chicken and waffles but were brought a chicken sandwich but it wasn't a big deal. Overall I was impressed with how quickly the food came out and how nice all the workers were. BLUEBERRY BISCUITS (8/10) - I hadn't seen pictures so I didn't realize they were mini size but they were delicious nonetheless! It comes with 5 mini biscuits drizzled in the lemon glaze with extra glaze on the side. The biscuits are moist and soft, the blueberries are fresh, and the lemon glaze adds a nice tartness and some extra sweetness. These are good to share between 2 people. KOLACHES & QUESO (8/10) - Great appetizer! The pretzels are soft and chewy, the jalapeño cheddar sausage pieces are flavorful, and the queso blanco is nice and thick. It comes with 6 big pieces so it's perfect for sharing. CHICKEN FRIED CHICKEN & EGG BISCUIT (8/10) - This is MASSIVE and it comes with potatoes on the side! It's hard to take bites and get all of the toppings because there's so much going on but it tastes just as good if you deconstruct it on the plate. The cheddar, jalapeño, and bacon biscuit is soft and flavorful and holds together pretty well. The chicken fried chicken was cooked perfectly and the jalapeño sausage gravy is delicious. The green tomatoes and garlic aioli get a little lost. The egg is scrambled... I kind of wish it was a sunny side up egg instead but I'd still order this again! HOT CHICKEN SANDWICH (7/10) - I don't know if this is even a regular menu item... we ordered the hot chicken and waffles but this is what we got instead. The chicken was cooked perfectly but there wasn't much heat. The bread and fries on the side were both delicious but the sandwich was a little too saucy and kind of fell apart. CORNBREAD (9/10) - Don't skip this! It's incredibly moist and has the perfect level of sweetness. If you love cornbread, definitely order a piece or two. I visited during brunch on a Saturday around noon. I had a reservation but probably didn't need one because they weren't super busy. However, I will definitely come back for dinner in the future and would recommend Haywire as a great dining option while at the Domain!

    Pork belly bites
    Angela V.

    Went to brunch here with my husband and we decided to do several apps and share an entree. When we arrived we were greeted warmly and sat quickly. The ambiance was very nice and loved the chandelier lights. For our apps we tried the following: - Fried green tomatoes, these were amazing they were fried perfectly and the green sauce they came with was very flavorful and helped balance out the dish. 5/5 for this one. - kolaches and queso, was my favorite appetizer that we got it was a jalapeño and cheese kolach. It wasn't spicy just flavorful and dipping it in that queso made for a 5 start app. - pork belly bites, cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious. No complaints a 5/5 for this app. - Elk tacos, so these tacos the elf comes ground and in crispy taco shells, which would have been fine if they gave you more sauce or toppings to help combat the dryness of the other ingredients. So for this dish it was a 3/5. Flavor was fine but eating it without us having to use sauce and topping from our other dishes is why it gets a 3. For our entree we got the barbacoa chilaquiles. Was a large amount of food and well balanced meal. The meat was cooked well and was a great shareable dish. Service was attentive and quick throughout the meal. I would visit again.

    Ribs
    Alanis S.

    Haywire is probably the restaurant I visit most often in Austin, especially for happy hour! The happy hour deals are hard to beat! My go-to is the $7 frozen margarita, which is surprisingly strong while still being incredibly smooth and delicious. You also can't go wrong with the $7 chips and queso, which are always a great snack to share. The bar has a fun, lively atmosphere, and the service is consistently friendly and attentive. Even outside of happy hour, I keep coming back for the steak salad and the burger. Neither is on the happy hour menu, but they're both consistently delicious and never disappoint. If you're looking for a great happy hour spot with good food, drinks, and a fun vibe, Haywire is definitely worth checking out.

    The interior of the bottom floor (view of the kitchen)
    Love P.

    I always have great service at Haywire. Brunch has become one of my favorite times to go. The kolaches are fantastic. Their queso and jalapeño gravy are both Lactaid-worthy from my perspective. The interior design definitely fits the vibe of the restaurant.

    It's cowboy style restaurant. So they serve all kinds of steak. I ordered 13 oz ribeye. It's delicious.
    Isabelle K.

    It's cowboy style restaurant. So they have really good steak. I ordered 13 oz ribeye. It's delicious. The appetizer wasn't that good. I ordered crab lump, couldn't taste any crab flavor. Very disappointed with that dish.

    Chips and queso
    Shannon G.

    Was meeting someone for the first time here for drinks. Not even sure how I blurted out the statement, but I told the bartender, Austin, that I was meeting someone for the first time. No idea what he looked like, age, like literally nothing. So I told him the whole back story. And Austin assured me that he had my back, that he was committed, if something went off kilter, that I would give him a look and he would understand the assignment. I think Austin even stayed a little past his shift to make sure I was good. And I just want to shout out to Austin on Thursday afternoon working the bar. First of all, you're a Saint. Thank you. I appreciate you. And secondly, you made one of the best mojito's I've ever had. But seriously, Austin, thank you so much!! I also ordered chips and queso. Which was fabulous. I wish the chips were a little thicker, the queso is thick and rich and the chip breaks when scooping it up. But overall, fantastic. If you haven't been to Haywire, please book mark it. Food is great. Drinks are great. Service has been outstanding, and it's just country chic inside with the crystal chandeliers. So how did this meet up go? It was good. We laughed and had drinks.

    Cobb salad with beef tallow French fries
    Felipe W.

    I got the cobb salad with beef tallow fries. Salads great as usual and could taste the beef tallow with the first half then I couldn't taste it Staff are friendly as always and the vibes vary - tent ok roof, dark inside, balcony. Lost track of how many times I've been here, ha.

    Chicken fried chicken
    Gifty W.

    Love the vibe here. The decor is very charming and pretty. Service was great. King and Bonnie were our servers and they were amazing and attentive while also making solid recommendations. We had the chicken fried chicken and everything was perfect. We also shared the cornbread and that's not to be missed. Can't wait to come back and try more things.

    Ranch Hand Breskfast
    Jeff B.

    My family and I went here today from Easter brunch. I will say we made a reservation and was taken care of as soon as we came in, however we were there about 40 to 45 minutes before our food was on the table. The food was good but room temperature and not really even warm. My daughter got a burger and the bun was soggy when it arrived. Makes you think it had been ready for a little while. The food still tasted good, but not its best and not anything like it has been in the couple of other times we came. I had the Ranch Hand Breakfast. Good but not great! The astetics are still amazing, however so are sunsets on the lake. Im not so sure when I'll come back. The first time I was here, it was much busier and the service was faster and a lot better.

    Ribeye
    Karen C.

    Came for a birthday dinner. Got 5 star treatment from our amazing server Whitney! Ask for Whitney when you go. She's top notch. Walking in is a wonderful experience. The chandeliers on the first floor set the tone. We dined upstairs. It's much darker tones still elegant also. Haywire was great in accommodations for dietary restrictions, thank you! So we had the chicken, ribeye and chicken fried steak. The chicken was so moist and wonderfully seasoned and cooked. The fries were not too hard or too greasy, just right. The chicken fried steak was thick and tender. It had breading but the breading did not take over the entree. The mashed potatoes so nice and fluffy. The ribeye was perfectly cooked at medium rare and the asparagus was the perfect size. Our table was brought a wonderful croissant bread pudding! A treat for the taste buds! Again, I cannot say enough for Whitney. The ONLY complaint I have is there no sound buffering items on the walls or rugs. We truly had a hard time hearing each other and fully enjoy the birthday. Several times Whitney had to repeat herself, because it was so loud. She was very kind about it. If dining upstairs I would not recommend for a romantic date night. It was disappointing not being able to really have a family talk, we were only a table of 4. Other than that, it was great.

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    District Kitchen - Anderson Lane - Lemon Shrimp Ravioli

    District Kitchen - Anderson Lane

    4.3(388 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$

    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!

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    Front Dining Room

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    French Fries - excellent

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    Culinary Dropout

    Culinary Dropout

    4.1(2.2k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    We celebrated my husband's surprise 60th birthday at Culinary Dropout on Saturday, September 19,…read morewith a party of about 25 people, and it was absolutely wonderful! From the very beginning, I worked with Tra, the event coordinator. He did an amazing job and was incredibly patient with me because I can be a little picky and indecisive! He listened to what I wanted, answered all my questions, and always guided me in the right direction. Everything came together beautifully. Heaven was the lead on the day of the party, and she was fantastic--warm, helpful, and always making sure everything ran smoothly. Everyone we encountered was so kind and welcoming. Cale was our server, and he truly went above and beyond. We kept him very busy with a party of 25, but he handled it all with a great attitude. He was hardworking, personable, and just an incredibly nice guy. The food and drinks were amazing. I only wish I had been able to eat more myself, but all of our guests raved about everything! Most importantly, my husband was genuinely surprised, and everyone had a wonderful time. Catarina, the general manager, followed up with me afterward to make sure I was happy with the service and how everything went. She was amazing as well, and I truly appreciated her taking the time to personally check in with me. The atmosphere was fun and lively, and the entire event was exactly what I had hoped for. I highly recommend Culinary Dropout for a private event--especially working with Tra, Heaven, Cale, and Catarina. We will definitely be back, although next time it may just be for a relaxed afternoon to watch a game, enjoy the food and drinks, take in the great atmosphere, and give Tra, Heaven, and Cale a much-needed break from my party-planning craziness! Thank you all again from the bottom of my heart for making my husband's 60th birthday so special.

    Culinary Dropout at The Domain in Austin has good food and a fun, casual atmosphere. We like…read moresitting in the covered outdoor section to people watch and enjoy the open space. The service and our waitress were great throughout our meal. The food was delicious across the board, though nothing awe-inspiring. We had the ribs, fried chicken, and fish and chips, and every dish was satisfying and well-prepared. Kind of the ilk of Lazy Dog I'd tire familiar. If you are looking for a lively patio, great service, and good comfort food while hanging out in The Domain, Culinary Dropout is a fun spot to spend an afternoon.

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A Mueller community favorite serving locally sourced, thoughtfully crafted food with easy bike access.

    Dish Society

    4.4(313 reviews)
    7.1 mi
    $$

    If you're into healthy options, clean environment, and a cool location, this place won't let you…read moredown! Stopped by for lunch after walking around the area. Food was on point.. fresh and tasty. The employees were friendly and did what needed to be done. Worth checking this place out!

    Came here on a Friday afternoon to catch up with a friend. Visited here from California as I heard…read morethe hype of this place. Coming in you see so many seating options whether you wanna sit indoors or outdoors, they give you a choice. You go to the front and order your food and pay for it right away and they give you a number so they could bring the food to your table. My friend and I watched ordered an entree and I had to add a drink in to try it. Brisket & Eggs- really good! It was not salty and it was a perfect balance! I ordered mine with a soft scrambled and lowkey I should've gotten the sunny side up eggs. The brisket was moist and not salty like other brisket I have had. Along with the grits on the bottom, it was creamy and light. Overall a great dish. Blood Orange Lalo-ma- on a hot day in Texas, this is a must have! It's so refreshing and with it being fruity, it was definitely a great choice. Also it's not super sweet. Overall I like this place a lot! My friend really wanted me to try it and I finally was able to try it. Great customer service and items I would come back again. It's so good!

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One of Austin's favorite brunch spots with vegetarian, gluten-free, and Seed Oil Free options for every taste.

    BEST BRUNCH IN AUSTIN One of Austin's favorite brunch spots with vegetarian, gluten-free, and Seed Oil Free options for every taste.

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    Roaring Fork - Roasted Duck

    Roaring Fork

    4.0(1.5k reviews)
    0.9 miNorthwest Austin
    $$$

    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.

    More and more, going out to eat in the U.S. has been a disappointing, underwhelming experience. I…read moreunderstand that time is money and that waiters and waitresses are working for their tips, but it truly sucks that it has become so difficult to actually enjoy your time in a restaurant, to just sit and relax without feeling this underlying rush. It's something that seems perfectly possible in pretty much every other country but the U.S. The moment you sit down, the waiter asks what they can get for you. They handed you the menu three seconds ago. There was absolutely no time to glance through it, evaluate your options, or discuss them with whoever you're sharing the table with. This happened at Roaring Fork, but it also happens 95% of the time I go out to dinner. Then the food comes, you eat, say no to dessert, and voilà: the check is waiting for you! Again, you can't just sit back and relax, take your time deciding whether you want dessert, maybe order a coffee or another drink. They want you out of there ASAP, and somehow you're still expected to tip 20%, which is ludicrous, but this is another conversation. Now, specifically regarding Roaring Fork, I do wonder what actually constitutes a "fancy" place. What is it? The view of the lake isn't exactly impressive. The inside is cute. Does having a cute interior make a place fancy, is that it? Or is it the high-priced menu? There's no bread offered at the table, nothing particularly special. I am genuinely lost when it comes to what makes a place "nice" these days.

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    Roaring Fork - Gotta love it when you can catch the Cubbies!

    Gotta love it when you can catch the Cubbies!

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    SKILLET CORNBREAD

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    Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane - Fish Baja Tacos

    Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane

    4.3(538 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    Everything about this restaurant is perfection. The restaurant itself has plenty of seating and a…read morelarge bar area. The space is decorated with an urban rustic decor and the walls are covered in Austin specific Art work. The service was great as well. We were seated right away, our server was great and our food and drinks came out quickly. The best part is the food. Everything that came out of the kitchen looked amazing with generous portions. I ate off of the brunch menu, the barbacoa eggs benedict is served on a fried green tomato and every part of it was a delicious combination. The eggs, barbacoa and fried green tomato were all perfectly cooked and the combination of flavors was absolutely amazing. I paired my brunch with a margarita infused with watermelon, this too was perfectly made and delicious. This was a wonderful meal in a comfortable dining space where the food truly tastes as good as it looks.

    Met a colleague for lunch here last week. Jack Allen's is always a good and easy spot for business…read morelunches. No one was in the back, covered, air conditioned patio so we got a seat there which made it easier for us to hear each other. We ordered the fried green tomatoes to share. She ordered a salad. I ordered the special of the day which was a crispy salmon bowl, which wasn't what I expected. It was more fried than crispy in my opinion. It was good but I wouldn't order it again. Other than that the service was great and I'm sure I'll be back here again!

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    Jack Allen's Kitchen Anderson Lane - Dee Dee's Short Stack: Mascarpone stuffed Challah french toast, TX whiskey & local honey glaze, berry compote, Mexican vanilla whipped cream

    Dee Dee's Short Stack: Mascarpone stuffed Challah french toast, TX whiskey & local honey glaze, berry compote, Mexican vanilla whipped cream

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    Vida Verde Kitchen

    Vida Verde Kitchen

    4.2(71 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $$

    Give this place a try the food is EXCELLENT!!! Best skirt steak I've ever had. Flavorful,…read moreenormously tender and cooked a perfect medium. I had the chilaquiles with skirt steak. You just won't get any better than this anywhere in town. Everything was cooked perfectly and they hit flavortown with that meat!!! The atmosphere is beautiful and in good weather sit outside overlooking quarry lake. We went for Sunday brunch and I sure hope this restaurant makes it because the excellent service and high quality of food with fair pricing makes this place a gem I'll continue to support.

    We had a nice stop here after our visit to Costco. There was plenty of free parking outside, which…read morewas really convenient. When we walked in, we were greeted by beautiful decor, though it seemed quite busy, so there weren't many staff members at the front to welcome us. The restaurant had a couple of other guests, but it did take a little while for someone to come over and help us find a seat. Stuart enjoyed his chicken fajitas--they loved them! I chose the fresh burrito to avoid simple carbs. The food was a bit mild in flavor, so I asked for salsa. They have a delicious homemade habanero salsa that's bursting with flavor, and I especially appreciated that it wasn't smoky. That salsa alone earns five stars from me! Aside from that, it was a little challenging to get someone's attention for the check and water, but overall, it was a pleasant experience.

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    Haywire - newamerican - Updated September 2026

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