Austin doesn't have many great seafood restaurants so I'm so happy that this place exists!!! 4-5:30 is happy hour and my group basically ordered one of every app that was on HH. The buttered crab fingers were SO damn good we ordered another. The smoked trout dip was lovely. The shishitos were surprisingly spicy but I enjoyed that. The fried oyster slider was only fine, and I would probably skip that going forward (I think it's a Gulf oyster). But the raw East Coast oysters were delicious! Mains: i tried the lobster orrechiette ($46 on the day I was there) and one of the specials of the day, a pompano with kabocha and gailan. Both were great but I really especially loved the creamy lobster pasta. After a long week at work, it just really hit the spot. For dessert, we tried the pot du (chocolate) crème, the flourless chocolate torte, and the olive oil cake with blackberry sauce. My favorite was the pot du crème which was so smooth and decadent. The flourless chocolate torte felt a little lost under all the cream, and the olive oil cake was just a little too sweet for my tastes. But others in my group loved those ones. This place is so unassuming from the outside but so so lovely on the inside. read more

Mongers Market + Kitchen - Lobster orrechiette - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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A Seafood Lover's Dream -- Fresh, Soulful, Unforgettable If you haven't yet discovered Mongers Market + Kitchen, consider this your sign to go -- and go soon. After just one visit, it's easy for me to understand why the buzz refuses to die down. The Food: Fresh, Chef-Driven, and Exceptional Mongers lives and breathes quality seafood, and it shows in every single dish. Daily fish specials, like the superb halibut with lemon tarragon beurre blanc sauce I had today, keep the menu feeling alive and seasonal, and the creatively curated menu selections are outstanding. Every dish feels intentional, ingredient-forward, and deeply satisfying. The Atmosphere: Casual Meets Upscale The space strikes a balance that isn't easy to pull off -- unobtrusively nautical-themed and cozy without veering into kitschy territory, rustic without feeling rough around the edges. It's the kind of place that works equally well for a relaxed date night or an intimate dinner with close friends. The warm lighting, close-set tables, and unhurried pace create an atmosphere that encourages you to slow down, order another round of oysters, and stay a while. Small touches--coastal blue tinted water glasses, discreet deco lamps on the exquisitely tiled bar--further convey the establishment's understated, Austin-aligned elegance. The Service: Knowledgeable and Genuinely Attentive The staff here know their seafood, and they're happy to talk about it. Whether you're debating between the crudo and the fish special or trying to navigate the market's fresh offerings, the team brings a friendly confidence and attentiveness that elevates the whole experience. They're the kind of servers who enhance your meal rather than simply facilitate it. The Market: A Bonus Worth Celebrating One of Mongers' most charming features is its retail market component, where you can take home fresh fish and prepared items on your way out. It's a thoughtful touch that extends the experience well beyond the table and speaks to the establishment's genuine love of great seafood in all its forms. On Pricing and Happy Hour Yes, Mongers leans toward the higher end of the price spectrum -- but for the quality on the plate, it's more than justified. That said, the ample lunch menu offers a bit of a price break and their happy hour is a smart way to sample what this kitchen does best at a more accessible price point, and it's become something of a local institution in its own right. Mongers Market + Kitchen isn't just a meal -- it's an experience that lingers long after the last bite. Don't miss it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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I had the East Coast Tuna here on a Friday, and it was really good - honestly one of the best tuna dishes I've ever had. I'm usually not a fan of tuna, but I was genuinely surprised by how well it was cooked and how much I enjoyed it. The service was great as well; our waiter was attentive and checked on us regularly. It was not super busy, and I really enjoyed the vibe. read more

Amazing happy hour here! I already can't wait to go back for dinner. I suggested this place for a happy hour meeting since I had recently heard about it. The women I met had been there before since it is close by to their office. I am so glad we tried it! We arrived right when they opened at 4 and the restaurant is beautiful! The bar was already busy, but you can do happy hour at a table also. We were seated in the back and our server was great. I didn't catch his name, but he had a lot of tattoos. Very attentive and knowledgeable. I had the gimlet which was super refreshing on a hot day. We shared a few apps including the fried shrimp, shishito peppers (which each one was randomly super super spicy), poke tacos (2 in an order, but you can add one more if needed), and the star of the show - butter crab fingers?! I never heard of this, but my guest was a big fan and suggested them. It is the really good part of the crab claw already cracked and opened up. You just dip in the butter and eat it. OMG amazing. They served them with little buttered croistinis too. So good. There is no happy hour menu on their website, but they do have a happy hour menu at the restaurant with discounted drinks and appetizers. Free street parking right out front! I'll be back! read more

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Freshest seafood with unique flavor combinations!! Our favorites were the buttermilk shrimp, the tuna tacos, and the soft-shell crab, which was the special.. The staff was amazing! Ambience was lively yet surprisingly intimate. We highly recommend this place!!!! read more

Wanting with the Yelp review that there was boil flavors etc. the menu was very fancy and delicious looking but price points were $30 and above for a single dish. It could be an amazing place just not what Yelp represented. We chose to eat elsewhere. read more

Monger's Kitchen has a great ambiance -- the decor is beautiful, and the adjoining market offers an impressive selection of fresh fish. Everything we ordered tasted fresh, and the service was friendly and attentive. The only reason I'm leaving out one star is that, for the price, the flavors could have been better. The crab cakes were a bit over-salted, and the entrées lacked depth. Still, it was an overall enjoyable dining experience and I'd come back for the atmosphere and freshness. read more

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Our favorite seafood restaurant in Austin. The seafood is very fresh and delicious. We enjoy sitting at their long vintage bar. If they can they're happy to prepare something off menu (fried oysters) They also have a great selection of wine and cocktails. read more

What a wonderful experience at Monger's last night for a birthday celebration. We all enjoyed our food and drinks. The service was great and the mood was the perfect blend of upscale and "neighbor gem". I can picture people coming here for a date night and sitting at the bar or coming with a bigger group and sitting at the table by the window, or like us, celebrating a birthday with a party of 4. We started off with the blue crab cake, which had generous portions of crab, and the shrimp, which my family thought was great. (I don't eat shrimp) We cleared the appetizer plates, to say the least. For our main dishes, we ordered the gumbo, fish & chips, sword fish, and fish tacos. My family loved their dishes! My fish and tacos were very crispy but lacked a little flavor so I asked for some more of the chipotle crema! For dessert, they had key lime meringue pie and a white cake with berry compote. We LOVED the key lime and the cake was unique and refreshing. *Parking: Free 2 hr street parking right in front of the restaurant. read more

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We went to celebrate my mom's birthday. We made a reservation for early on a Friday evening so it wasn't too busy. We were seated quickly with the hostess bringing a bottle of water to the table. While a bit loud, the restaurant is a good size but with a cozy, coastal feel. We started by sharing the blue crab cake and buttermilk shrimp. I had a small but flavorful bite of the crab cake but I had didn't seem to have any big pieces of crab. My daughter had the opposite experience, getting a big piece of crab but not a lot of flavor. We both enjoyed it, just noted the difference between experience. The buttermilk shrimp was delicious. While served with some celeriac slaw, they are separated on the plate so the shrimp doesn't get soggy. For my main course, I chose the swordfish. The fish was firm and well-seasoned. The burst tomatoes and grit cake added flavor levels. I substituted fingerling potatoes for the roasted carrots. It liked the substitution but won't critique since it's not part of the dish. For dessert we got the olive oil cake with a salted berry compote and the Keylime pie tart. Admittedly the Keylime pie tart was everyone's favorite. It was well balanced between sweet and tart. Very refreshing. The olive oil oil cake with a very compost was good considerably less sweet and if you haven't had olive oil cake before the berry compound cut through that richness a good amount. But olive oil cake isn't to everybody's liking. Overall, we enjoyed our experience and I would suggest checking them out and seeing what fresh seafood they have on the menu. read more

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3.5 stars! Mongers came as a recommendation and we thought we'd give it a shot. We had no reservations when we walked in but the FOH was able to get us a seat at the bar. Ambiance: Mongers' interior feels like a moody speakeasy, if it weren't for the large flat screen TVs showing sports and the fact that it smelled like if a wet fish market and an old wooden cabin that has been abandoned for exactly 25 years had a baby. Service: The bartenders were friendly but swamped. They were fantastic and did their absolute best however, and they were definitely what made our overall experience better. Food & Drinks: * 6 pieces of oyster - These were alright. Nothing stood out and while it didn't taste very fresh, it didn't taste old either. I do wish we were told as to what types of oysters we were served. Instead, we were just told that the oysters were paired and each 2 oysters were different types. We generally prefer going to Salt Traders if we have a hankering for oysters and after going to Mongers, Salt Traders has established itself as a better seafood restaurant, from our perspective. * Seasonal soft shell crab with Thai basil sauce - This was delicious. The crab was perfectly fried and the sauce was well-balanced. I did wish we had more sauce but, overall, this was a great dish. * Cioppino - My husband always gets cioppino at Salt Traders so it felt right that he ordered the cioppino at Mongers as well. They are very close in ranking but Salt Traders still wins this one as their cioppino has deeper & more layered flavors. * Swordfish - The cheddar poblano grit cake was exceptional and was easily the star of this dish. It paired really well with the perfectly cooked swordfish. * Whiskey sour - Delicious but the alcohol was weak. The bartender did ask me if I had a preferred whiskey but it feels like maybe he heard me say I didn't want any whiskey in my whiskey sour because the whiskey was nowhere to be tasted. My partner got a glass of chimay beer. Final thoughts: Personally, while Mongers was good, it just pales in comparison to Salt Traders in my humble opinion. Salt Traders' ambiance is cleaner, the food is just better and to top it all off, it's also a tad bit less costly. We likely would never go back to Mongers unless our car broke down, we're hungry and all the other restaurants in a 2 mile radius are closed. read more

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Loveeeeeee this spot ,i come here at least once a month , so i basically had everything on the menu, love that they have dishes of the day! Make it even better u never get bored with the menu! .. service always fast and friendly! . If u havent yet add them to ur fav seafood spot everything fresh and delicious! U wont be disappointed. read more

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It's so crazy how there are so many gems in Austin I still haven't discovered. I came to Mongers with my friends, and they'd been before so they had tons of good things to say. Service is awesome, and the restaurant is very vibey. It's perfect for a date night or a small gathering like the one we were having. We ordered a delicious bottle of wine and some oysters to share. The uni + tuna crudo was delicious, and I could've eaten maybe 10 pieces of just that alone. I adored my lobster risotto, which was one of the specials. My friend's fish was also so yummy, and the fish and chips absolutely knocked it out of the park. I would 11/10 come here again because service, food, vibes, and drinks were incredible. read more

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Mongers is an upscale seafood place with a very small regular menu. Small is good here. It means that they do the same dishes over and over again bringing them to a high state of perfection. We attended a Feast of Fishes which were seven dishes that are NOT on the regular rotations. Since these were experimental offerings, the results were more varied. But what was good was absolutely positively spectacular. The wine cellar and the sommelier work are particularly distinguished. The wine drinkers at the table were drinking different items by the glass. Everyone was ecstatic with their glasses. Before I start effusing high praises, let me squawk about the dish that nearly everyone except the Brazilians and Portuguese get wrong. Bolinhos de bacalhao (called bacala on the Mongers Menu) These are fried fish balls. They are insane when the Portuguese speakers do them. Everyone else makes a wreck of them - including because they are new to the dish ... Mongers. Bacalhao is expensive dull fish. It is usually one of the most expensive dishes on the menu - so everyone thinks this is going to be good. Almost always it is not because bacalhao does not taste like much. It costs a lot because the slabs are big so you get a lot of fish for your fish. One of the Brazilian tricks is to make your bolinhos small - the smaller the better. Want to have a generous serving? Serve a whole basket of these mini-balls - none of them bigger than a tater tot. Tasty deep fried crust nearly always tastes better than the codfish itself. The bigger the ball, the higher the ratio of tasteless to tasty. Americans want to go big. So do upscale restaurants who want to have a dramatic looking dish that they can plate artistically with swirls on top. This virtually guarantees a tasteless ball. Mongers fell right into the trap. * * * But then after that it was one spectacular taste sensation after another. Five courses of pure decadence? Sign me up! Insanely good head on shrimp. Linguine in a clam sauce to die for. I wish I had bread or a spoon because I was trying to soak up every molecule of the sauce that was on my plate. I left way way too many molecules. A good wine-y cioppino. Most cioppino including my own is tomato based. This has tomato too. But there was a very very good red wine in there too that changed just about everything. A cioppino that was serious food for thought. A suave limoncello sorbetto. (Suave and limoncello rarely appear in the same sentence.) First rate cannoli. (which really needed a fork and knife but was totally divine after you somehow wangled it into your mouth.) I am willing to work to get my divine. Actually GOOD biscotti. (Good and biscotti rarely appear together in any sentence that I would write.) * * * That said, I think the way to play Monger's is to do the regular menu. The regular dishes look fine and the wine cellar is good. There is much to explore here. read more

The restaurant was really nice! We made a 7:15 reservation and didn't get seated until 7:30. For 2 we spent about $165 but for the quality of food and service I think it was worth it. We started off with the oysters and Crudo (10/10). The Dover sole was delicious and flavorful! Red snapper was good but nothing too crazy. Brussels sprouts were yummy! read more

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Food 5 stars: Server 5+, The rest of the restaurant, 1. This restaurant could be great, but its staff are keeping it from realizing its potential. Do not get an 8:30 or later reservation, the restaurant will be buzzing with clean up around you, NOT by your waitress who was especially gifted in recommendations and service. Bianca is an amazing waitress and did her best to Mitigate the bums rush around us. The reason I gave it 3 stars is because a. Restaurant should never offer can't a 8:30 reservation , and have other servers, not my sever, come and try to take my almost full plate away. Prior to that, was a delicious meal of Tuna, Oysters and drinks only to be spoiled by the constant movement around us. I looked at the time because I thought it was later, it was only 9:03. Our server apologized profusely and told us to take our time but the constant looks from the bar area made us feel unwelcome. Closing on a Friday evening at ten is something I'm not accustomed to. read more

Mongers Market + Kitchen - Lovely family style seating! - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Our server was Molly W. She was on top of her game. Always attentive to our table. Offered excellent advise on the meals and was spot on in every case. The food was awesome. There was three of us at the lunch hour, so we got the opportunity to try different things and each was superb. Crab & Shrimp Gumbo is excellent. It was plentiful with shrimp and was tasty. Scallops although a dinner item were provided to us on a bed of spinach. They were seared and tasted great. Good presentation. We had been trying several local places for scallops and this one was a clear winner. Lobster Roll was delicious. It tasted so fresh, as I closed my eyes, I could imagine myself off the coast of Maine eating on a fresh Lobster Roll. Linguine with mussels and chorizo. What a combination. Exquisite. Deserts included a Key Lime and Peach Shortcake. Both fresh and wonderful. We were happy to have found this place. It is definitely worth the visit. Most strongly recommend it. read more

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I love this place! I've been eating at mongers even when it was at its old location. The seafood is so fresh and delicious. Bianca our waitress was fabulous and recommended a pear martini to starts. I ended up drinking two! You HAVE to start your meal with the daily crudo and ceviche (change daily). It's a must. The halibut special and redfish were to die for! Keep pumping our amazing dishes Mongers and I'll keep coming! read more

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The food is great. The atmosphere is great. The service is great. I just had a wonderful late lunch at Mongers. It was my first time there, so aside from my perusing reviews, had no idea of how it would be. But was excited to try it. They did NOT disappoint. First, the auntie I was lunching with has a lot of food restrictions. She called ahead and made sure the chef could accommodate her. Yes. Yes they could and yes they did. My auntie and I had the same thing - fish tacos. Mine was straight from the menu and SO GOOD. The fish was fresh and batter fried perfectly. All of the flavors were well balanced. A little heat - but not too much, a little pickle, but not too much, crunch and chew textures were just right. My auntie asked for her fish to be steamed - and they did, without hesitation. Both of us devoured our plates. The waitstaff were superb. Attentive, but not too much. Very friendly. The place is small and elegant inside. It feels kind of swanky, but in the best way. Oh and I don't know if it's the same when it's really busy, but I really liked that I could have an actual conversation without yelling. I'm writing this review because Mongers deserves as much praise as a restaurant can get. But also, it was Saturday afternoon, and there was only one other table filled. This place should be busy all day. read more

Cutest restaurant terrible service. Bartender and her helper zero greetings. Couldn't make drinks. Both I ordered were flat. Forgot to ring in our salad and we only ordered oysters crab. I'd pass and go elsewhere. read more

Food was top notch. Great bar and one of the best gumbos I have had in a long time! Would definitely recommend giving it a try.

Love this hidden gem. It is very close to where we live. We go here for special occasions: birthdays, anniversaries, end-of-school-years, or what not. I love seafood and the food here is great and fresh. The beet salad is a repeat order. In the most recent visit, I had the scallops over ravioli. The scallops were cook perfectly. They were seasoned a bit on the salty side but the rest of the dish, the kabocha puree, has a little bit of sweetness in it. At the end, the whole dish works great. We'll be back! read more

I freaking love Mongers. They have an excellent happy hour where you can try various items from their menu for cheap. Their quality of food is *chefs kiss*. They're definitely in my top five of oyster options in Austin. If I were rich, I'd eat there every week lol. Every employee that I've encountered have been friendly and welcoming. The space is intimate enough for date night but, easy going for a meet up with friends. If you haven't been to Mongers, there's no time like the present- go asap! :) read more

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Great seafood spot in Hyde park. It's sleek but not too fancy. A very classic vibe. Great scallops dish and an awesome fish n chips

I went here to celebrate Father's Day. The main reason was he wanted to have swordfish. Our go-to was Truluck's, but they no longer serve swordfish. When we walked in, my husband asked what it used to be. I couldn't come up with it off the top of my head. Then, mid-meal, I remembered it was a wine place that we often visited in our younger days. Overall, it was a decent meal. Our waitress was not that friendly, but that was okay. She did her job well. My father enjoyed his entree, and that is what is essential. We ate early, so it was not that crowded, which made it easy to hear. I can see it would be loud if full. We made a reservation via Resy. I want to come back and explore the raw menu more. read more

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One of our favorite places. Excellent food and service!!! Really love the mini crab claws, buttermilk fried shrimps. The fish is exceedingly fresh and served. read more

Came here for a quick bite with my husband and we absolutely loved it! We ordered a bunch of appetizers to share and highly recommend every single one we had ordered! East Coast Oysters: Super fresh and cleaned so so well, we've been looking for a good casual oysters spot and we'll definitely be back for the oysters! Smoked Fish Dip: This was seasoned so well and also very fresh - it was nice and light too not too heavy as some dip tend to be Shishito Peppers: These were so good, slightly sweet and so tasty Crab & Shrimp Gumbo: Had a good kick to it, super flavorful and the crab was so fresh in there Highly recommend and cannot wait to come back for dinner at some point! Great service & ambiance as well - definitely a 5/5 rating! read more

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We celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary at Mongers last night. We tried six different items on the menu. All were perfectly cooked, tasted exquisite, and were beautifully presented. We tried both of the soups on the menu. Of the two, we liked the Seafood Chowder best. The other choice was a Crab and Shrimp Gumbo. Generous different kinds of seafood in each dish. We also had the Blue Crab Cake and Burrata dishes. The latter did not have tomatoes with the cheese, which it is traditionally paired with, instead arugula and a fig marmalade accompanied it. The crab cake was stuffed with crab and very little filler (which is the mark of a good cake). Served with a smoked tomato aioli. Finally, we sampled the daily crudo (tuna) and daily ceviche (scallops). They were the stars of the meal. Both so delicate and presented wonderfully, but also they tasted the best. Service was excellent, attentive but not overwhelming. Paired dinner with a French Sauvignon Blanc. We were treated to dessert to celebrate. A nice touch to an amazing meal. Thank you! read more

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Great seafood spot north! Everything was fresh and beautifully executed. Nice huge bar with plenty of seating! Street parking was easy. We got great recommendations for small plates/starters! Crab fingers served cold or warm, I opted for the buttery warm route and they didn't disappoint! Fish and chips were flaky and perfect! Toro Tuna was fatty ...drooling...goodness! Must try if they have it! Melt in your mouth! Drinks literally overflowing...! Great date night spot or grab a casual spot at the long bar they have! read more

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Mongers is a neighborhood gem, combining a seafood restaurant and a market. The warm, nautical-themed atmosphere and friendly, knowledgeable staff make dining a pleasure. Their oysters and fresh ceviche are standout items. read more

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Love, love, love this restaurant. Seriously a hidden little gem. Drove past it twice before figuring out where it is located. But, the service and food was impeccable. I highly recommend Mongers for outstanding seafood. The menu is fairly limited, compared to other restaurants - but what they lack in variety, they certainly gain from their focus on great dishes! And, it's just a nice cozy feel. Not too loud, no hustle and bustle. Just great overall experience! read more

Absolutely love their happy hour specials and the ambience of this location. The regular menu is also very nice, though I feel like it's more on the pricey side than it should be. That said I have gone back multiple times and will go back again. read more

Been here a few times now after recommended from a friend. It's never really busy and I don't know why because the food is spot on. It's higher end price wise but not really more so than a lot of Austin spots that aren't nearly as tasty. Nice ambience and a cute upscale unique style off the beaten path. read more

I went for my birthday. Crab fingers and raw oysters won. Blue crab cake wasn't up to par size or flavor. Friend was happy with lobster roll and seafood chowder. Chowder a bit over seasoned. Disappointed that most of the dishes I wanted to try were not available. Dessert was good but not why we ate there. It was the seafood. Service great, drinks great and ambience was good. read more

Fresh well prepared seafood. Best in Austin. Gumbo has nice dark roux. Tuna crudo with uni was totally on point. Snapper done oerfectly. Service very friendly and efficient. No one even has to ask to get drinks refilled. They were on it read more

What an exquisite place for dinner. I came in without a reservation and was in the mood for fish. The staff was very attentive and made me feel like I was respected. I ordered oysters and let the waiter pick a couple and the swordfish which came on a bed of caponata. The swordfish was fresh and I quickly sunk my teeth envisioning it's life in the ocean. T The caponata was divine and I felt like I experience what the french say "a little death" after an immense euphoria. I couldn't keep my fork down. I will be back again to showcase to friends as a new spot for some weekend dinner. read more

Best meal I've had in years!!! From the fresh oysters, shrimp, tuna, grouper and burrata to the french wine and savory dessert this was 5 star all the way! There was great ambiance and our server Chris was super friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Would highly recommend!! read more

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Came here last night for to satisfy a craving for crabcakes...that, ultimately, was not satiated. I seemed to wait quite a while for my waiter, Travis, to greet me. No worries, not a big deal, it happens. Katie, a very personable bartender notice me and took my drink orders. Paper Plane - if you're a fan of sour drinks, you'd probably enjoy this refreshing number. Old Fashioned- a bit on the sweet side but delicious overall Crabcake appetizer - disappointing. Not only was it flavorless but there was also a slight hint of an ammonia taste which usually indicates spoiling. I took 2-3 bites then set it aside. Travis passed by many times and not once came up to check on how my meal was going, if I needed anything, nothing. It was Katie who finally came over and asked me I was enjoying the crabcake to which I replied with my concerns. She apologized and asked if I would like anything else and I just declined but eventually asked for a basket of bread - something that I notice everyone else had but myself. The only time I saw Travis again during the evening was when he came by to remove my empty cocktail glass. I really appreciate Katie's stellar service and that of the staff remember who served me my food. The interior Decor is beautiful and it's a lovely place to dine, however I don't think I'd be making a second visit read more

Mongers Market + Kitchen - Paper Plane cocktail and Crabcake (very bad - flavorless and possibly spoiled) - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

We've lived in Hyde Park and this is the first time we've been to mongers market and kitchen. It was fabulous. We shared the blue crabcake, beet salad and swordfish. We sat at the bar and Melissa took wonderful care of us. The restaurant was beautifully decorated and quite hip. Everything was really top-notch. It's one of our favorites now. read more

Best gumbo I've ever had and been to New Orleans many times! They also have a great steak if you're not into seafood.