Holy BBQ mic drop Batman!! One of the best BBQ finds. If in doubt check it out…read more The portion sizes are bigger than expected. You might want to share a JR- then again maybe not...

I was really excited to try this place, not gonna lie. It's been on my list for over a year…read more Unfortunately, the experience just didn't match expectations. We had already looked over the menu beforehand and knew what we wanted. Went for the Springdale (seafood) from the Spuds section, but when we got there, they told us they didn't have seafood that day. Okay... backup plan, we asked for the Alamo, but no sliced brisket either, so can't make that. At that point it's like, why are y'all running a restaurant if key items aren't available? Super annoying. Thankfully it was Wednesday, so they had the $1 wing special. Got a 10 piece, half Honey T and half Spicy BBQ. Keeping with the theme of disappointment, no complimentary dip with a 10 piece wing order, which is kind of wild. That said, the wings were amazing. Crunch was on point, quality was there. I'd definitely come back on a Wednesday just for those. But overall, between the lack of preparedness, the ambiance, the weird hours, and prices that don't match the experience, I probably won't give it another shot unless it's a Wednesday...and we want wings.

The food was fabulous! We got catfish, shrimp, fries, and the mac n cheese hush puppies to go…read more Everything was great and cooked just right! No pictures because we tore right in!

Rec's Hushpuppie Heaven -- A True Gem…read more Let me tell you right now--this place lives up to the name! I ordered the Catfish Basket (2 pieces) with fries, onion rings, and their famous Mac & Cheese Hushpuppies, and babyyyy... perfection. The hushpuppies were the star of the show--golden brown, crispy on the outside, and then you bite in and boom... creamy macaroni and cheese with brisket inside. Deep-fried to absolute perfection--moist, flavorful, and unforgettable. I dipped mine in the creamy jalapeño sauce, and that combination needs its own award. I'm already plotting my return to try the shrimp and jalapeño bacon version. The catfish? Listen... crispy on the outside, fluffy and tender on the inside, seasoned just right. Almost as good as mine--almost! The fries and onion rings were fried just right too--hot, fresh, and not greasy or overcooked. And let me not forget the coleslaw--a simple side done right. Cool, fresh, and the perfect balance to all that deep-fried goodness. Don't skip it. The establishment was spotless--and that matters. When you walk into a restaurant, you want to smell good cooking, not something unpleasant lingering in the air. This place was clean, welcoming, and the young men working that day greeted me as soon as I walked in the door. Excellent service from beginning to end. And here's what makes it even better--the owner gives back to the community in a big way. That alone deserves support. Reasonable prices, amazing food, clean space, and heart behind the business. Whether you're local or just passing through--do yourself a favor and stop by. I'll definitely be back.

Service with a smile. They had the sweetest corn on the cob I'd ever had. Amazing flavors on the…read moreshrimp and potatoes.

The overall service exceeded my expectations, and I truly appreciated the attention to detail and…read morethe welcoming attitude of the staff.

Food was straight fire definitely recommend!!! Went for a co workers bday while on the road, food…read morewas authentic and made to order

We went with another couple friend so we ordered 3 appetizers:…read more - tequeños - mini empanadas - arepitas All were solid choices! Really couldn't go wrong with any of those. Our server was great! She was nice, checked on us and refilled our waters frequently. Entrees: - Pabellion Criollo: meat was a little too salty for my friend's taste but she said the rice balances it out really well. They accommodated her request for scrambled instead of fried eggs. - Asado Negro: Sooo good. It was like, beef and gravy, but better. They allowed me to sub the beans for extra rice - Surf and turf sandwich: Hubby said it was okay but adding more of the green sauce helped a bit - Filet mignon (can't remember the exact name): our other friend liked his staff as well! They also accommodated his request to have the egg on the side. I guess it could be a hole in the wall place since it's in an unassuming small business strip but the music was good and everyone loved the food! Be warned: there is only 1 bathroom so plan your potty break accordingly...

I'm so glad I tried their sampler baked oysters because they're unbelievable tasty!…read moreI really liked the garlic ones they're fabulous. Also, their combo pad thai was heavenly. I really like coming to this place and I tell all my friends about it. For lunch, dinner or appetizers and a drink. The atmosphere is super laid back and comfy and the food is great! I've always get friendly staff and everyone is super helpful.

Deckhand Oyster Bar has deep roots in the Round Rock/North Austin area, and I appreciate the…read morefamily‑run Gulf‑Coast‑meets‑Asian concept they've built over the years. But for the pricing and the competition in this part of town, the experience didn't quite reach the level I expect from a seafood‑forward restaurant. My partner and I sat at the bar: my preferred vantage point and service was efficient, warm, and attentive. No issues there. We started with a dozen raw oysters, and they were fresh, clean, and properly shucked. Bright salinity, no grit, no shell fragments. Raw oysters are hard to derail, and Deckhand delivered exactly what they should. For my entrée, I ordered the snow crab boil -- two pounds at $35 per pound, pwith corn, sausage, and two boiled eggs. At this price point, I expect a boil with a fully developed seasoning profile: aromatics that bloom, heat that builds in layers, and a sauce that clings to the shell. Instead, the seasoning leaned flat and under‑extracted, even though I ordered it spicy. The heat was present but one‑note, and the overall flavor didn't justify the premium pricing. When you're paying $70 just for the crab, the boil needs to hit, this one didn't. My partner ordered the Swamp Curry, a sautéed shrimp dish with Chinese celery, mushrooms, peppers, eggs, and a sweet yellow curry. The concept is solid, but the execution felt imbalanced. The sweetness dominated and the rest of the dish just never fully opened up, and the curry lacked the cohesion you expect from a well‑built sauce. It wasn't bad, just not dialed in. I ordered a glass of Kendall‑Jackson Sauvignon Blanc ($8.50), which was fine, but Deckhand is beer‑and‑wine only. No cocktails, no spirits, and definitely no Hendrick's & tonic for me, which always shifts the experience when you're used to pairing seafood with something more elevated. Overall, the meal was fair, but not elevated enough to return. With so many seafood options in the Austin/Round Rock area offering stronger flavor, better balance, and better spirts selecton, Deckhand doesn't rise to the top for me. Fresh oysters alone aren't enough to carry the meal. If someone in the Yelpershere has a recent 5-star foodie fest, what did you get? #yelpingislife Total before tip: $128

We came today for the first time and hate that we waited so long. 5 star experience. Makena was our…read moreserver and she was awesome. I will always ask for her when we dine there. I hope management sees this and showers her with kudos. The food was excellent. We ordered: - bacon jam patty melt and street corn. It was delicious and hefty. The street corn was Smokey and spicy. - Gouda cheesesteak - with crispy fries. It was excellent. - Redfish Ponchatrain. It was topped with shrimp and was really enjoyed. Great portion too. - 2 people ordered blackened catfish and both loved it. They're baked potato was huge and loaded, there's sweet potato fries were waffle and delicious and their mashed potatoes and chips and salsa. We're both excellent sides as well. - kiddo had a kids burger and fries and loved it. -I had black and chicken with a side, Caesar salad and the sautéed vegetables and I was not excited but needed to eat something to keep up with my macros, and the chicken was flavorful and delicious, the vegetables were seasoned well, and the salad was wonderful as well. I would 100% get this meal again. The service and food were excellent excellent. We will be back!

Stopped in here after leaving COTA on our way home to Leander, and it was a great find…read more The setup is counter-service: you walk in, wait in line to order, grab a table, and they bring your food out to you with a number. We were greeted by a lovely waitress who checked in on us and offered drink refills throughout our visit. The atmosphere felt very family friendly and welcoming. I ordered the chicken fried steak, which was solid and satisfying. My guests both had the fried catfish and shrimp combo with mashed potatoes, and after trying both, I have to say those were excellent, honestly, I would choose that over the chicken fried steak next time. Overall, great food, friendly service, and a comfortable casual dining experience. Noticed they have a location in Leander as well, so I'll definitely be stopping by that one in the future!

I had to get in some cajon food in this town…read more this restaurant is very close to my hotel and I have been eyeing it ever since I got here. finally, checked it out a couple days ago. i order the catfish gumbo which comes with 2 sides. I got beans with rice and the veggie of the day, also got a shiner bock beer for 5 bucks. total with tip was ~33 i think i gave 5bucks tip the fish gumbo was really good. i also really like the beans with rice. it has a slightly different flavor profile but also very good. i think this place is a hidden gem.... good portions, decent price, and easy parking, had to figure out another P for a triple P. i think this was better than when I got rip off on bourbon street, yrs back. that was straight up super expensive double charge the tourist stuff...

As soon as you walk into this spot, it feels truly transformed. It's like a time capsule of old…read moretimey New Orleans. We tried to go to happy hour with my partner's parents, but that was only available in the bar area. Given they have some health problems to consider, we could not move over and hover over teeny tables to have dinner so had to handle full price. At full price, I'd give it a solid 3.5. Bumped to a 4 because this is hard to find around here. We got: - shrimp yoli (if you only order one dish, get one with this SAUCE. It's to die for. The shrimp had too much seasoning that it was a little choke worthy and I NEVER complain about flavor. Just lighten up a little!) - escargot (the butter was broken.. so it was kinda rough) -catfish gumbo (solid portion) -redfish add lump crab (while we enjoyed this, it was pricy for what it was) -shrimp and crawfish pasta (good) -orange crème brûlée (light.. not my fav crème brûlée ever but fun to try) - chocolate cake brownie with ice cream

I don't care what anyone says... this is the BEST SEAFOOD BAG BOILS around Austin... yes I know…read morethis is Round Rock but we live in Austin & have tried EVERY place here so we started surrounding areas. The service is top tier! The staff comes by to make sure you're good constantly so you never go long waiting for refills or to get some attention for an issue. The vibe is great, TVs on & the place is always clean. I read a review complaining about the napkins & buckets that's STUPID af. Don't come to a seafood place if tha bothers you. I love that they had the whole roll of brown paper towels so we don't have to keep asking. The buckets are super helpful to clear out the soft shells of the shrimp instead of piling on a plate. The FLAVOR is ALWAYS ON POINT!!! We even tried the other location but the Round Rock location beats it! We always go for date night. It's much lower priced than @Boiling Crab & taste 100x better than their soggy shrimp! Hook & Reel is just a hard pass... it's not flavorful. LA Crawfish is not good & Krab Kings is overpriced for mid food. I make my own seafood boils & ppl would rather buy from me than go to the other locations. Surfin Crab is the only one who beats me! Most times I can't even get a pic because we dive in! Oooh & food is always fast!

I walked into Surfing Crab hoping for one of those unapologetically messy seafood boils -- the kind…read morewhere you're tying your hair back, rolling up your sleeves, and mentally preparing to smell like garlic butter for the rest of the day. Sadly... this wasn't that experience. I ordered the boil with a pound of crab, head‑on shrimp, squid, corn, and those thin little sausage slices you see at most Cajun spots. The seasoning landed squarely in the middle -- not offensive, not impressive, just sitting there like it was waiting for someone to give it direction. I asked for hot, but what I got tasted more like a medium that didn't want to commit. And the shrimp? Head‑on and not deveined. That gave them a gamy, muddy undertone that took away from the whole boil. At this price point, deveining shouldn't be a luxury add‑on. We also tried the appetizer sampler -- calamari, egg rolls, cheese sticks -- and everything tasted suspiciously similar, like it all took the same little swim in the same fryer without a break. Nothing was terrible, but nothing had personality. These were the kind of appetizers you can find anywhere, and not the kind you remember later. My partner ordered the shrimp po'boy, and while the portion was generous, the breading overwhelmed the shrimp. He ended up peeling most of it off just to get to the actual protein. When the breading becomes the main character, that's a sign the dish needs editing. Now, the mixed drinks? Those were actually good -- balanced, not overly sweet, and honestly the highlight of the meal. And I have to give credit where it's due: our waitress was attentive, friendly, and checked on us consistently without hovering. She did everything right. The food just didn't match her level of service. And look... I'm not trying to be dramatic, but I've had better crab at HEB during crawfish season for a fraction of the price. When your grocery‑store boil is hitting harder than the restaurant version, that's saying something. Overall, Surfing Crab wasn't a disaster, but it wasn't memorable either. For the price and the concept, I expected more depth, more spice, and more care in the prep. This one's a pass for me -- especially when I know I can get fresher, better‑seasoned seafood elsewhere without the premium price tag.

Friendly & Enthusiastic Amazing food and even better…read morecustomer service! The aguachile was super fresh, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. You can really tell they care about quality. The churros were crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and absolutely delicious. On top of that, the staff was so friendly and welcoming. Definitely one of the best food truck experiences I've had highly recommend! Amigable y Entusiasta ¡Comida increíble y un servicio al cliente aún mejor! El aguachile estaba súper fresco, lleno de sabor y perfectamente sazonado. Realmente se nota que se preocupan por la calidad. Los churros estaban crujientes por fuera, suaves por dentro y absolutamente deliciosos. Además, el personal fue muy amable y acogedor. Sin duda, una de las mejores experiencias que he tenido en un food truck. ¡Súper recomendado!

Really good ceviche, flavors on point…read more Got the original mixto with verde sauce on the side (staff said it was pretty dang spicy and recommended doing it this way). Just ended up adding little dabs of the verde on top and it was delicious. Don't skip the verde -- get it on the side if you're worried about spice.

Oh, man! Quite awhile since we've been here. Not sure why, but today we went for my husband's…read morebirthday. We ordered a huge amount of food. 2 lbs crawfish, extra corn and potatoes, fried oysters, fried shrimp, catfish, fries. Wow. EVERYTHING was soooo good. The fries were hot, crispy, cooked in fresh oil. (I can always tell) Oysters were big and milky and crispy. Fantastic shrimp and catfish. But, let's talk mudbugs! They were huge. Like eat the claws huge. Not a soft one in the batch, either. Our server was so sweet, and really catered to us because it is hubby's birthday, sending us home with THE MOST AMAZING beignets. Best I've ever had, and we've had them in LaFayette and Baton Rouge. Absolutely stellar, trust me! Thank you Haley and Crawfish Shack for making my love's birthday so amazing! We'll see you soon.

The food was great! Service was awesome. The food was spicy but not too spicy. The atmosphere is…read morerelaxing