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    Hoover's Cooking

    3.6 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Chicken-Fried Steak Cutlet (1) & 2 House Mates
    Pax S.

    Well, the chicken fried steak might not be completely dead! My friend and I went to a KUTX show (ATXplained) and learned that this dish is slowly fading out of the city. Wild! Yes, chain restaurants serve a chicken fried steak but are they doing it this well? Not at all! I ordered unsweetened tea, okra, and mashed potatoes with mine. Everything was perfect with the addition of some more cracked pepper. Our server was nice (a little rushed for only having two tables) and he made sure the drinks were full and that we ordered dessert. Lord have mercy--the praline bread pudding is otherworldly. I remember eating it cold out of my fridge the next day...it was that good! Only thing I was underwhelmed about was my friend's jalapeño creamed spinach. It didn't have a jalapeño bite to it and the bitterness took over. My okra was warm, not hot. The ambiance felt like an after-church service dining room -- super cozy. I will definitely be back to keep this place on Manor Rd. It was cool to see Mr. Hoover himself! Support this business!

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    Sherrill J.

    Great location and environment. Authentic down home menu. Great service and great food. L ordered fried catfish with collard greens and fried okra. I ordered the chicken fried steak with mashed potatoes (gravy), fried okra and a small cornmeal. Everything was outstanding. Comfort food at its best!

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    vonnie v.

    My bf and I used to LOVE Hoover's. Their breakfast menu on the weekends was amazing especially their hoe cakes and cheddar garlic grits. Their ribs and creamy jalapeño spinach was the main attraction on the dinner menu. Then their breakfast menu was discontinued. Then the jerk ribs disappeared from the menu. My bf and I stopped going. We heard Hoover's was closing its doors forever on May 31, 2026. We decided to go back for old times sake's. We started off with the wings as an appetizer and those were delicious however we didn't get them until much later. The server apologized and said there was a mixup and offered us a free cornbread on the house. I never tried their world famous chicken that's boasted about on their t-shirts. I got two housemates (sides) so I chose the fried okra and mashed potatoes. My bf selected the jerk chicken and butter beans and creamed spinach. The cornbread arrived and was dry. The highly anticipated fried chicken had no flavor at all. The mashed potatoes were dry. I asked for gravy but it never came. The okra was hot and fresh. My bf's jerk chicken was also flavorless and a small serving. No seasoning whatsoever although the sauce that came with it made it better. His sides were good. We had never tried their pies so got two buttermilk slices and two peach pie slices to go. They were very disappointing. The buttermilk didn't taste like buttermilk and was full of nutmeg, we thought for a second it was pumpkin but pumpkin wasn't an option. The crust on both pies tasted old and was soggy in texture. We were charged for the cornbread so we called server over who corrected it. The servers were friendly. On the way out we decided to buy some t-shirts to remember Hoover's. We talked with the cashier and he said the head cook who smoked the jerk ribs left and they couldn't get them right after that so that's why they were discontinued because the quality was no longer there. We wanted to support Hoover's and pay tribute to the restaurant but the quality of the food has definitely declined although I'm sad to see its doors closing after 30+years. A lot of good memories there but this last visit isn't one of them. Bottom line: good sides and appetizer but flavorless main entrees and sad desserts is why I gave it 2 stars.

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    Rich M.

    Hoover's has changed. The restaurant that was an absolute GO-TO for years seems to be in decline. The food was OK. The service was OK...except that our server didn't seem to have any clue about the menu. Low energy, a lazy vibe and paint-by-numbers food. What was spectacular is now just average. It's sad.

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    Paul D.

    Hoover's Cooking is all about serving the local community with southern comfort food much of which is locally sourced. I have dined here before a few times in the past and was excited to return. It is located in an area full of new popular eateries, but this place is a landmark. There was plenty of parking and was easy to find. It is all table seating except a few booths. I noticed the staff took their time to seat and serve you. No rushing which made me feel more like being at my parents. It was very calm. I also noticed the "Love Rocks TX." slogan all over with a huge collection of painted rocks to spread love which remind when I myself painted a rock during Covid. There was a charm about this place watching an older man painting away. I ordered the 2PC Fried Chicken Dark with 2 House Mates, Macaroni & Cheese and Green Beans, and Sweet Tea. From looking around this place it displays local Austin history all around including items from the Frisco Shop. Once our heavy plates of food arrived the fried chicken looked very good. The food was very hot. I tried a chicken leg and the crust was crunchy and tasty. The chicken was also very delicious. The mac & cheese was great along with the green beans which had chunks of brisket in it. Overall it was really good where it was not spicy at all and perfect for older folks. Really good fried chicken. Planning to return to try the fried catfish or BBQ chicken.

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    C B.

    Texas home cooking at its best, owned by Hoover Alexander. There's a great culinary bio of this African American Austin native on their website. There's a hostess stand as you enter, then you are led into the dining area. It has a clean welcoming interior with a large chalk menu on the wall. No wait, with several customers streaming in during our visit. Delicious reasonably priced entrees and certainly a neighborhood gem. It is clearly visible from the street with parking in front. This one is a keeper. Not far from the restaurant, in this well known East Austin neighborhood is the Dr. Charles E. Urdy Plaza tile mural great for selfies.

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    Service and the food was amazing, the food was really home made like mom cooked. No waiting time

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    Very friendly. Quick service. Food was very tasty. Was all I'd heard it would be. Good margaritas. Will visit again.

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    Do not eat here. The food has gone way down hill. The food tastes off and reheated. Very disappointing

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    I've been enjoying this restaurant for a long time. Chicken fried steak, +5 all the desserts +5. It's just a great place to eat.

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    Mr. Hoover, Why have you stopped serving breakfast? Best cheese grits I've EVER eaten!

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    Cameron was very attentive and patient. Service was quick and for arrive in a timely manner. We…read moredecided on this location because it's convenient to the Moody. I'm so glad we did. The truffled deviled eggs were AMAZING! We also had chicken liver mousse and duck fries. We sat on the back patio. Weather was great for it. Entrees were a hit Red Fish, Fried Chicken, beet Salad and flounder. Everyone enjoyed. I also highly recommend the Cherry Limeade vodka cocktail. There was a spicy mocktail that received mixed reviews from the group but I enjoyed it. Ginger beer, Tabasco were definitely to the forefront in the mix.

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    Really disappointing experience from a place we have supported for years…read more We have lived in the neighborhood since 2019 and have been to Colleen's many times. This visit started off well. A manager kindly helped seat us at the last table that could fit a high chair, and our server was perfectly pleasant. Then we watched an older Uber Eats driver ask for an update on an order after being told it would be ready in five minutes. More than ten minutes later, when he checked again, the assistant manager was openly rude and dismissive. He told the driver he could not make the kitchen move any faster and then said, "Why don't you leave and come back then if you're in such a hurry." That interaction was bad enough that we canceled our food order, paid for our drinks, and left. When asked why, I explained exactly what we had witnessed. The response: "Don't worry about that, he's just an Uber driver." That told us everything we needed to know. We do not want to support a business where management treats people that way and then defends it. We will not be back. John, you should be ashamed of yourself.

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    Came here with a large 25 person group all from out of town and it exceeded expectations. Our…read morewaitress McKenna was super sweet and gave great recommendations. Since we ordered basically one of everything - here are our recommendations. Appetizers GET THIS: 1. Corn dog shrimp (think shrimp tempura) - light, flavorful, crunchy YUM 2. Cathead biscuits NOT THAT: 1. Street corn queso dip not a favorite for our table. The cheese tasted thick and plastic like... Velveeta vibes... not much flavor Meals GET THIS: 1. Hangar Steak 2. Creole shrimp & grits 3. Chicken fried steak Not that: 1. Horseradish crusted salmon - I didn't try it but the two people who ordered at our table were disappointed and wished they would've gotten one of the above Desserts GET THIS: 1. Bread pudding was delicious! Not overly sweet & the added white chocolate gives it that dazzle dazzle 2. Chocolate Espresso Brownie - perfection NOT THAT: 1. Banana cream pudding. This was a no for the table because it was over the top sweet (I think because of the added butterscotch) 2. Peanut Butter Mousse Pie super super thick & sweet. Didn't taste much other than PB - it was like eating a giant spoonful of it and trying to swallow.

    We had a group here for dinner and were excited to try it, due to reviews. The ambience is lively,…read moreloud, and buzzy. Looked super fun. Service was good, no issues there. Friendly staff overall. The food fell flat for almost all of us. The salads were fresh and good. However, the ribs were below average. Cornbread was stale and not tasty. Biscuits tasted more like firm bread and not at all flaky/soft. That seemed weird to all of us. Chicken fried steak was soggy and not crispy. Drinks were ok. Not quite sure why the food was subpar, but there were 10 of us who all agreed we wouldn't return for food. There is a swanky little cozy speakeasy in the basement that may be good? We didn't try that.

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    I've driven by this place so many times and had an hour to spare between appointments and was…read morehungry, so stopped in. I didn't feel like a burger though so I got the Classic Coney hotdog which is full of Detroit style chili (thick meat chili with no beans), and loaded with red onions and shredded cheddar cheese, then topped with mustard. It was delicious and filling. It Truly was like a dog you'd get at a Coney's in Detroit, MI. IYKYK. Then I heard you had to try the latke here, so I got Bubbe's OG Latkes which is 2 round thick potato pancakes! It came with sour cream and Smutz smoky aoli sauce on the side. I tried it both ways and it was good. But really it was best with that cold creamy sour cream that goes so well with the potato flavor. They also have great drinks which are refillable for free while you dine in. And I love the chill vibe and decor. Great artwork and old photos. Very funky! I was a big fan of their sandwich restaurant on Burnet (which closed), so I'm glad I finally got to check out this spot! Great place!!

    The burger names are classic! That was a draw. Sadly, I made the mistake of ordering the chicken…read morethigh burger- yuk! It was stringy and tough. I will definitely try them again if the opportunity arises because the staff were super cool and friendly. The place is decorated with humorous articles and artwork! Fun to read.

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    Happy hour specials
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    My wife and I ate here for the first time the other night. Greeting was friendly and seated…read morepromptly. Place has a nice, but noisy, vibe. Everyone that we came in contact with was friendly. Service was great! Enjoyed the menu as well. Received a free appetizer as it was our first time there. All food items were delicious, including a salad, which we split. My soup was outstanding, although candidly I can't remember exactly what it was, but super tasty. The beef and chicken skewers were my favorite, particularly the beef. No latte was odd, but coffee was good. Price was reasonable for this city. Nicely done!

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