Food: Absolutely DELICIOUS! We went for brunch and couldn't stop raving. The grits have to be the 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 read more

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We had a group here for dinner and were excited to try it, due to reviews. The ambience is lively, loud, 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. read more

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Came here with a large 25 person group all from out of town and it exceeded expectations. Our waitress 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. read more

I liked Moonshine's food the last time I was in Austin, but I made the mistake of trying to dine in during peak dinner hours. "Loud" would be an understatement. Fortunately, it's a much more enjoyable place when you catch them at a less busy time. The food remains tasty. I didn't know that I was missing the magic of smoked shrimp on fried green tomatoes until now. The banana pudding, served in a Mason jar, is a winner, too. read more

This place is right by the hotel I'm staying at and I noticed it got great reviews. So I decided to give it a try since my coworker went to dinner with her family. Once I arrived, I was quickly greeted by the hostess and she sat me at a table by the window which was perfect for me. The place was small, clean and very welcoming. Right when I sat down I had a few minutes to look at the menu and the water, Larry came by to take my order and give me a few recommendations. I wasn't that hungry but he talked me into trying a few things since I'm in Austin and having a good time. You only live once was pretty much his motto lol. Anyway, I decided to go with the shrimp corn on the cob, the catfish with crawfish and a hard lemonade mixed with ice tea. I thought the catfish, crawfish and grits (I believe) were really good! It had a lot of flavor and I really enjoyed the crawfish. I lowkey wanted to pay for more of those. I thought the shrimp corn dog was just ok. I loved the shrimp in the inside but I wasn't too much a fan of the outer bread layering. The drink was pretty good and the service was great. Overall, I may come back for the crawfish but I want just that lol. I'm not sure they have a meal of just crawfish but that with their grits would be fire!! OOOO 4 out of 5 Afros read more

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One of the best brunch buffets I've ever experienced. Everything was top notch. Perfectly cooked, seasoned and curated. Super cute spot with lots of outdoor seating. Would highly recommend - it's got everything from sweet to savory and a few additional surprises for any breakfast enjoyer. read more

Moonshine Grill - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

We made an early dinner reservation here prior to our show at the Long Center. We walked from our hotel, much preferred, as this restaurant was surrounded by construction and limited parking. Our server, was Athena, she was awesome. She helped answer our questions and make suggestions. We loved the complimentary seasoned bucket of popcorn at the table, very unique. Their menu consisted of Southern home dishes and the alcohol and moonshine selection was expansive. I ordered the steak fajita salad without cheese and dressing on the side. It was fresh, with a nice amount of avocado and sliced steak. I didn't understand the rolled up hard tortillas, maybe would have preferred more tortilla strips or veggies. Hubby ordered the trout with seasonal veggies... very disappointed. The portion of fish was very small and the broccoli along side it looked sad. He left very hungry! Dinners came with a basket of cornbread which was a nice touch. Great atmosphere, wonderful service, food just ok... Military discount offered. read more

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Came into town for a conference. The restaurant was a 7 minute walk from.where we were staying. Everything we ordered was DELICIOUS! .. so they give you popcorn instead of bread or tostadas which was nice. Our waitress talked up the Shrimp Corndogs which they have a trademark on by the way. NOW I personally not a fan of corndogs but they made me a believer with these...highly recommend! I ordered the Jalapeño Hanger steak and Center cut porkshop..sooo good. The ambiance was nice, the read more

The food was amazing. The rainbow trout was cooked perfectly. The corn bread stuffing with it was delicious and added the perfect amount of sweetness to the dish. The chicken fried steak was great. The breading was light and flavorful. The garlic mashed potatoes are amazing. Our waitress was friendly and helpful with her suggestions. read more

Moonshine Grill - Chicken Fried Steak - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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What an iconic building serving fantastic southern dishes like grits, fried green tomatoes, chicken & waffles, salads, harvest bowls, shrimp n grits. We loved the salty buttered popcorn brought to us as we sat, our food was well prepared and tasty, biscuits that had flakey layers and the fried green tomatoes were my favorites! There is also an awesome speakeasy downstairs you should take a look at -Kinfolk ... highly recommend this place, bring an appetite!! read more

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We landed in Austin for a quick weekend getaway! Trying to find dinner and my wife chose this restaurant. When we arrived there was a wait due to prior reservations so we sat at the bar (which we prefer). Better drinks when you bond with bartender. I had an old fashioned and so did my wife . They were very balanced with bourbon, bitters, and simple syrup. Appetizer: Cathead Biscuits with Honey butter. Very moist and savory. 3 per order and they are not small. Don't fill up. We shared the Blackened Catfish with grits. The catfish is very flavorful and the grits are cheesy and seasoned. I would definitely recommend the place to anyone. Great service, good drinks, and delicious food. read more

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We are here 2 nights in a row when in Austin for a conference. The ambience was great - the food incredible- but the wait staff was AMAZING!!! These northerners got a taste of real Southern hospitality. Don't leave without trying the fried pickles, battered shrimp on a stick, and the shrimp and grits. And the moonshine is a must!! read more

The dinner was great until the dessert came out and (kinda) ruined it. 1/5 for the peanut butter mousse. It's so dense and thick and overly sweet. 4/5 for both entries. I love both the trouts and the pork ribs. I'll come back to try out their chicken and waffles read more

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This spot is very close to The Fairmount Austin if you are staying there. No parking but does have valet service. I came here for lunch and the server made great recommendations. You start off with a bucket of popcorn, which I honestly felt it was a bit too salty. I had the Turkey Melt and it was AMAZING. One of the best sandwiches I ever had. Price is reasonable. The vibe of the spot definitely gives you that Western/Texas vibe. Would recommend! read more

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My husband had a meeting here and brought me back this dessert. It was absolutely huge and easily could have been split by two or three people. The mousse melts in your mouth and the Oreo cookie crust was so good. read more

Moonshine Grill - peanut butter mousse pie - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Cool historic building with a great upscale, yet comfortable vibe with friendly staff. Most importantly, food and drinks are on point. Try the frozen option - kind of a frozen old fashioned with a twist. And the jalapeno hanger steak was everything I wanted. Perfectly cooked and the sauce was delish. Even a fair price for steak. Finally, I'm not a sweet tooth but gave the banana pudding a go. I loved it. read more

Moonshine Grill - Jalapeno Hanger Steak. Fantastic - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Last time I was here was for lunch with the same group of 4. We were in the area nearby and decided to make plans to come by for our holiday lunch. Made our reservation for noon on a Thursday and were seated right away. The restaurant was so festive with Christmas decorations which made it the perfect atmosphere for our holiday lunch. I had heard a lot of good things about The Original Moonshine "Corn Dog" Shrimp so we started with that. It came with 4 pieces. The waitress did warn us it wasn't as plentiful as the other appetizers, but we still wanted to try. They were really good and paired well with the dip it came with (honey mustard, blueberry swirl) the blueberry might throw you off when read, but it actually pairs really well. For my entree I went with the Center Cut Pork Chop. Omg it was soooo good! I highly recommend!!! All ingredients compliment each other so well. Packed with flavor and juicy. The dill garnish on top adds a nice touch of a different flavor profile. The chutney kinda had a hint of spice to it surprisingly. Washer it all down with a French 75 which was made very well. Overall Moonshine never disappoints. Huge portions, flavorful food and great customer service. read more

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First time visiting Austin and this was the first spot we tried after a friend recommended it. The restaurant itself is really cute, with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. We went around 1:30 pm on a Friday and were seated easily (the restaurant was pretty empty). They start you off with a complimentary giant bowl of popcorn loaded with seasoning, which was a fun touch. We were also pleasantly surprised with a complimentary basket of three small pieces of cornbread, soo good. The staff was very friendly and welcoming throughout our visit. For appetizers, I ordered the famous roasted garlic bulbs, but unfortunately they were very underwhelming. While they were cooked to be used as a spread, they seriously lacked flavor. I ate quite a bit and didn't even have a garlicky taste afterward, which says a lot. I wouldn't recommend this appetizer. I ordered the Hoss Hot Chicken sandwich and, honestly, I wouldn't recommend this either. It lacked flavor, wasn't spicy at all, and the biggest issue was the chicken, it was extremely hard and difficult to cut, let alone enjoy. The reason for the 4-star rating is my husband's dish. He absolutely loved the chicken and waffles and completely devoured his plate. Based on his experience, there are definitely some standout items here, even though my choices missed the mark. read more

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In a historic home that is supposedly haunted - this place churns out some great brunch, lunch and dinner with good service. This place is popular - especially around convention times - so reservations are suggested. My last visit here was a business lunch. I kept it simple with unsweetened iced tea that was constantly refilled and platter of the grilled rainbow trout complete with cornbread stuffing and green beans. While it's fish - it was still a hearty meal (or was it because I snacked on much of the truffle popcorn you get as a welcome appetizer). read more

Stopped in for lunch and ddnt know what to expect. Sarah our waitress was awesome! Super Friendly and informative, she gave us a little history lesson on the building and the establishment. She then had taken our order and once the food came out.. oh was it great. I had ordered the special that was not on the menu which was a Steak, Asparagus and subbed the Mash for their grits. OmG Their grits was off the chain!!! The asparagus was cooked perfectly and the steak... so much flavor. The experience here was a 10 outta 10 and we well be coming back to try out the rest of the menu! read more

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I really wanted to love this spot, but the food was just okay for me, mainly my entrée. I ordered the Backyard Chicken Sandwich, and it came with one huge, very thick piece of chicken that made the sandwich hard to eat. It kept falling apart, got soggy, and I couldn't really enjoy it. The wings were good, but not great. The biscuits, though, were amazing with perfect texture, and the honey butter was absolutely delicious. Two out of the six of us weren't crazy about our meals, but it did seem like the rest of the group really enjoyed theirs. My husband loved the ribs, and mashed potatoes were also good. Our server was very nice, and even when we accidentally stayed past closing time, the staff never made us feel rushed. The back patio was also very cute. I just wish my entrée had been better, because everything else about the experience was lovely. read more

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It was exceptional Had a Great time and the food and ambience was Great . Very much recommend read more

We visited Moonshine Grill while in Austin for lunch. We were greet by our friendly, Went over the menu item with us. The restaurant has an old farmhouse vibe. I had the county fried steak with mashed potatoes. It was absolutely delicious and huge. It was well seasoned and fried to perfection. The mashed were simple and done well. We will definitely be back when we return to Austin next year. read more

Moonshine Grill - County fried steak and potatoes - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

Nice place and only a block from the Hilton. Plus is they have decent food too and big drink selection. Had the jalepeno hanger and that was delicious. Full of flavor and tender. The shrimp corn dogs were just eh. Tasteless batter with a weird dip. The St. Louis ribs are too sweet but cooked well. The Mac and cheese was fantastic. The cornbread was good. The dessert needs work. The peanut butter mouse was better with ice cream to help mold the richness of just peanut butter. They don't serve it with ice cream I used it from The bread pudding. Bread pudding was no good. They need to do a flight of desserts as I wanted to try them all. read more

Moonshine Grill - Hanger steak jalepeno was so good. - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I had the Pan-Fried Chicken Almondine, Fried Green Tomatoes, and Brisket Burnt Ends Quesadillas. Everything was PHENOMENAL. One of my favorite meals in Austin. Will definitely be going back very soon. read more

Came with a large crowd of 10 people in town for a business event. Didn't wait that long for the reservation table to get ready and we got seated. Large selection of various drinks, I got the Old Fashioned which was okay. For shared appetizers we ordered the Brussels Sprouts and Quesadillas, very yummy. For food various folks ordered Chicken Fried Steak, Shrimp & Grits, Trout, and Pork Chop. I had the Dr Pepper St Louis ribs which were much larger that I thought it would be be ;-) All in all a great spot. read more

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I literally came in here and sat at the bar for a walk-in order of the banana bread pudding. They were really fast to seat me and there wasn't a wait. The banana bread pudding was phenomenal, it came out warm with this hot caramel whiskey sauce that complimented the creamy vanilla ice cream perfectly. I was just craving a dessert and this hit the spot. The ambience of moonshine Grill is almost what you would expect it to be, its Dive bar meets an elevated southern dark woody space. It gives the vibe of going somewhere almost to speakeasy like, which makes sense because of the name moonshine being in the restaurant name. read more

Moonshine Grill - Bread pudding - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

My visit was primarily focused on trying the Chicken Fried Steak, which I was excited to try since it appeared to be popular. While it was definitely tasty and well-seasoned, the steak itself was unfortunately quite tough and difficult to cut. A major disappointment was how the breading fell off from the meat too easily. On the bright side, the accompanying mashed potatoes were rich and was a nice complement. I do wish the dish had included a fresh vegetable side like broccoli for a more balanced meal. Overall, the service was excellent. read more

Moonshine Grill - Chicken fried steak - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

My mom and I had brunch a few months ago at Moonshine Grill. We had a reservation which was helpful as there were quite a few people waiting on the front patio. Downtown parking is always a headache. It's worse right now with all of the construction. They have valet or you can pay to park in the adjacent lot. You have to scan a QR code and if I remember correctly, it was $20 for a minimum of 3 or 4 hours to park. We weren't planning to be downtown for hours so we decided to circle the block for street parking and ended up finding a spot about two blocks away. Since it was a Sunday, street parking was free. We were seated pretty quickly and our server Eden came over to take our drink order. Brunch is buffet only for $26.95. My mom and I both ordered mimosas. I opted for pineapple juice for mine. It was very acidic and tasted like juice concentrate. They were served in Mason Jars which was cute and on par with the southern charm of the restaurant. The mimosas were $5. There were 4 buffet tables spread throughout the restaurant. They actually had quite a few options. I had an array of items including the strawberry salad, an egg scramble that had asparagus, truffle deviled eggs, breakfast potatoes, pimento cheese with pretzel bread, Brussel Sprouts, and chicken and waffles. I enjoyed all of it! The only downside to our meal were the flies. We were seated next to a window and had to swat at flies the entire time which was so annoying. Despite that, we had a nice meal and it was great to finally try Moonshine Grill! read more

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Cody was our server and told us everything was good! We ended up going with the chicken fried steak, the lunch special tacos with blackened catfish and the cheeseburger. We also order the biscuits as an appetizer and Cody brought us some cornbread to taste as well. The biscuits come in a set of three and are fairly large so be careful not to indulge too much if you want to leave room for your entrees. The tacos were refreshing, adorned with salsa, cabbage and sauce. The burger/fries were delicious but my daughter couldn't finish them after delighting in the biscuits and cornbread. We ordered some sweet tea and weren't a fan but we also ordered the lemonade which was refreshing. The chicken fried steak was well seasoned and we were grateful for Moonshine to be our first choice of a meal in Austin! Cody made our visit worth an extra Star! read more

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Had an amazing dinner at Moonshine Grill! Came here for a wedding rehearsal dinner and we were tucked away in a private room. The layout of the entire restaurant is super interesting - there's lots of different rooms and they have a covered patio in the middle. All the food that was served was excellent. For apps, we had the street corn queso and the brisket burnt ends quesadilla. I had the jalapeño hanger steak for my entree, with brussels and mac as sides, and then for dessert I had the bread pudding. I really enjoyed the brisket quesadilla, the hangar steak, and the bread pudding! The steak was cooked perfectly at medium rare and was tender. I also had the ladybird cocktail and requested for it to be zero proof. It was delicious! Pink, fruity, and sweet. The waitstaff for our party was fantastic - they were prompt with taking orders, were organized in clearing plates away and bringing out our food, and were great at accommodating requests. read more

Moonshine Grill - Jalapeño Hanger Steak - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Great casual food! It was my first time visiting and I've heard good things about it. I like how they give complimentary popcorn as a starter and then cornbread(?) with the entrees. Popcorn has a bunch of different seasonings, which is different from buttered popcorn. My husband got a brunch special Eggs Benedict dish and I got the St. Louis pork ribs with mashed potatoes. The portions are generous and their dishes are beautifully presented! The atmosphere is very comfy and there's a sign outside that says this is an Austin landmark. They have a patio outside and a bar. Service is efficient and they refilled our water. American food isn't my favorite so I can't quite give it 5 stars-but it is a great place to fill you up! read more

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We really enjoyed our visit to Moonshine, the service was excellent and so was the food. There was a lot of construction going on around the area so we're glad we walked from the hotel to the restaurant, otherwise it looked like there was valet parking for $12. read more

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Delicious food! Service was okay, nothing exceptional! But food was definitely a hit. Little pricey

Right off the bat, you'll get served this complimentary bucket of popcorn seasoned with their in-house made seasoning which definitely helps alleviate some of that hunger if you come starving haha! The star of the show was surprisingly the Street Corn Queso appetizer because our waiter Chris recommended adding brisket to the queso, which truly changed the game! The sweet and creaminess of the queso complimented well with the tender brisket and tortilla chips (that were also seasoned with the same seasoning in the popcorn). It's not officially on the menu, BUT I'd highly recommend asking your waiter to add the brisket -- you won't regret the decision (THANK YOU, Chris!). As for my classic cheeseburger, it was humongous (and generally speaking, all the portion sizes are huge here) and juicy, and the fries were both airy and crispy! The bread was a bit underwhelming in my opinion but other than that, I was satisfied with this burger. You'll definitely want to come hungry to this place, or expect to take home some leftovers! :) read more

Moonshine Grill - Classic Cheeseburger - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas

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It's been years since I've been here for the brunch buffet and decided to come out for Easter. I was so happy that we were able to make reservations and I highly recommend. Overall, everyone in our part was happy and left full. They had a great spread and service was good. We asked to move tables due to my mom having some mobility issues and her walking up and down the stairs would been difficult and we were placed right near the bussing station. Easter brunch was also an up charge due to the carving station which only had two meats - not sure it was worth the almost $20/pp more. But overall, we never felt rushed and enjoyed everything. read more

The calamari app was a great start to our dinner. The shrimp corn dogs were also ordered for the table, however our company felt it was a bit on the mushy side. My husband and I decided to split the rainbow trout and it was definitely a good decision. Great waitstaff and the atmosphere and dining experience was Texas authentic. Enjoyed being downtown and getting a decent view of the night sky for now since the Convention Center has been taken down with plans to rebuilt. Be prepared to valet as parking areas are under construction and street parking is limited. Highly recommend reservations! read more

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My friend recommended this place because she saw it on Food Network. On the outside it's not really aesthetically cute but my gosh the food makes up for it! It's giving southern American food. I recommend the tomato and calamari appetizer, the fried country chicken steak, trout or pork chop entree and to always save room for their amazing dessert! The service was kind of slow but if you're in a time crunch let them know ahead of time. read more

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There's more than 6000 reviews and this place sits at 4 1/2 stars, so they must be doing something consistently right over the years. The two mentionables that stand out in many of the reviews is their brunch and free popcorn. I was very surprised how many of my Yelp followers/friends have also dined here. There's more than enough photos of the food served here, I'll add some additional visual info that others may have missed. Let's start with parking. They do offer valet parking (which I recommend) or there is a convention center parking lot on red River and fifth Street nearby. It also just so happens, there is a Cap Metrorail line stop less than a block away. The building itself has a lot of character and even has its own Texas historical sign. Inside there is a timeless antique interior with both public and private dining rooms. I came with a group of 10 people and they put together a special menu just for us. We were seated in what looked like the oldest part of the building off to one side which fits a dozen people comfortably. We started off with fresh homemade biscuits, fried green tomatoes and salad greens with a lemon vinaigrette. This was followed with some protein choices and very large dessert portions. Both food and service deserved 4-5 stars. Check out the four videos and six informative photos (no food photos) below for more insight. It's definitely a place I would return to. read more

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We had a wonderful experience. Our server was attentive and friendly, the ambiance was warm and welcoming, and both our food and dessert were delicious. Highly recommend Moonshine Grill! read more

Moonshine Grill - Southern Near Me - Austin, Texas