Another good meal from the standout Salt Coast Traders at Zilker Park. Service was crisp and attentive, thanks Bing! We started with one dozen gulf oysters, shucked well, served ice cold, delicious. Entrees included shrimp and grits, fried fish and shrimp platter, and a bowl of cioppino. All were served piping hot and very well done! A couple of dark and stormys were quite tasty! No room for dessert this visit, dinner was good and plenty! Highly recommend the Zilker Park location of Salt Coast Traders! read more

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Only 5 star things to say! Fantastic service, amazing food, stellar service, great prices! Everything was delicious! Those scallops with cauliflower purée are perfection! Each bite is a delight! Loved the crab cake, rivals any seafood town! The salad is creative and had just the right amount of dressing. A definite party for your mouth. Go! read more

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Had the chance to recently go for dinner and I must say it was an overall pleasant experience. This restaurant threw me off because for it being in the Zilker/Downtown-ish area, the capacity is massive! I was shocked to see how many tables, booths, bar tops, and bar seating there was. We didn't have a reservation yet we were give the thumbs up to go take two seats at the bar if we didn't feel like waiting for thirty or so minutes. Once we grabbed two seats, my friend and I took a glance at their menu and we quickly realized there was still time to enjoy their happy hour. Their prices are pretty damn good for a HH and throw in this economy, you're making the most for your buck. Dollar off oysters was a super nice touch and they had specials on select drinks and appetizers. Since we were seated right next to the shucking station, we were able to see the oysters closeup and read their handwritten descriptions. This was so appreciative because one of their oysters featured had more of a creamy corn node to it and I wouldn't have enjoyed it. They feature oysters from all over and they ranged from buttery to salty and gritty. Our server was pretty nice and did a lovely job checking in on us time to time. Not so much that it was overbearing but just enough that we might have needed to flag him down only once. I'm taking a look at the receipt during their HH prices and this is what I found... Steamed Mussels $10.00 Bread & Butter $5.00 Kickin' Pineapple Nojito $5.00 512 Cocktail $11.00 Crudo Plate $15.00 East Coast Oysters $34.00 Their bread was thick and voluminous and was nice to nibble on or sop up the broth from the mussels. Their mussels were so good since that broth was very nicely seasoned. My least favorite was probably their crudo but to be fair it's hard to compete in Austin with such a large foodie scene. What really stood out to me though was their focus on zero proof cocktails / mocktails and how well priced they were. My Nojito had a nice touch of jalapeno and gave it that extra punch. All in all it was such a nice dining moment and I must say this place is definitely able to accomadate large groups or families with kids! read more

Nice staff and very good food The location and parking is convenient Service is excellent read more

Food is awesome. Service is friendly. Give it a 10+ the service person is very helpful and knowledgeable about the food menu. Will return again. Best restaurant. read more

I tried the birria fish tacos ($18), ceviche, and calamari! The birria fish tacos had a burnt cheesy exterior that made it a little difficult to cut with a knife and chew. I think the fish and birria stew flavor would have stood out more without the cheese. While some bites of the taco had no fish, the ones that did were yummy! I liked the soup it came with to dip. It tasted like a tomato beef broth, but I'm not sure exactly what is in it. The ceviche was delicious! Very zesty and lime-forward. I liked the calamari too. Crunchy and paired nicely with the mayo! The server was friendly. We waited around 20 minutes for our main entrees. The appetizers came out faster. The inside of the store is beautiful! It reminds me of pottery barn. read more

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It's been five months since my last visit here and once again I came back with a group of coworkers for dinner. This time we had the larger enclosed room off to the side instead of the smaller open space off to the other side. This room can hold about 40 people comfortably and sealed off from the noise of the main dining room. Everything that hit the table was 4 to 5 stars and the service was equal to it. For more info, read the previous review and if you're thinking of a venue to rent for a private party, this would be a good choice. Additional photos posted. read more

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Oysters were so fresh and delicious! We ordered half Wild Gulf and half Blue Point 10/10 Ordered FRIED OYSTERS: cornmeal dusted, remoulade (not pictured) 10/10 Ordered TEMPURA SCALLOPS (not pictured) 7/10 Ordered SHRIMP & LOBSTER ROLL: poached shrimp & lobster, chilled & dressed, pickled celery, butter roll, kettle chips (not pictured) 8/10 read more

Salt Traders Zilker - Wild Gulf & Blue Point Oysters - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

This spot delivered everything we could want for a good outing: excellent service, delicious food that really hit the mark, and a lively, energetic atmosphere. What more can you ask for other than good company? We kicked things off with a round of fresh oysters - perfectly chilled and briny, just as they should be. Next came the steamed mussels, served in a rich, savory tomato sauce that was so good we sopped up every bit with the thick Texas-sized toast they served alongside. While the mussels portion was ideal for one person or a couple of bites if you're sharing, it made for a fantastic starter. We followed that with an order of hushpuppies, and they were hands-down my favorite dish of the evening! These were not your ordinary hushpuppies; they were gigantic, with a crispy, golden exterior that gave way to a warm, almost gooey center. Perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection - I could have eaten a whole plate of these. For the main course, I decided on the seafood pappardelle, which came loaded with tender shrimp and lobster claws. The pasta was perfectly cooked, and the flavors were spot on, making this dish a satisfying and tasty choice. This place is definitely one to visit with friends or family - the upbeat vibe makes it perfect for gathering and sharing good food together read more

If you love seafood, this place doesn't just serve it--it respects it. The oysters are the highlight--fresh, briny, and flown in from every corner of the country. East Coast sharpness, West Coast creaminess, Gulf warmth. Each one tells a slightly different story, and I like to try them all. The servers know their stuff. I always ask what's best that day, and they've never steered me wrong. The food is honest, the atmosphere unpretentious but elegant. It's the kind of place you go when you want to feel like you're living well--not loud, just well. read more

Love the food the fish and chips are awesome service is great. The only I didn't like is the servers stand over you with little machine for payment. I think that is rude read more

Stopped at this location for the first time this week. The same quality food and service I've come to love from their Round Rock location! This space is a bit bigger indoors, no outdoor seating. The restaurant was clean and well kept. The food and service was fast. And our waiter was incredible with the kids (4 and 7). He had several magic tricks that they are still talking about! As far as food goes always try the crudo of the week! It never disappoints! read more

It was my first time there, but definitely won't be my last. We sat at the booth and it was very comfortable. There were some people seated at the bar area, but not many. I noticed that the bar area was very neat and tidy. Our waitress was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful. She explained the different oysters and made some food recommendations for us. The place was busy, but not super crowded. Our waitress seemed a little spread them, but she handled it so well and was still very attentive to us. The oysters were great! The torched nigiri was superb, I had to get a second order! Check their specials menu to see what's available! read more

My daughter and I have eaten here several times and have never been disappointed. If you enjoy a good Bloody Mary, you HAVE to get one. It comes with a beer chaser. :-) The shrimp and grits were suggested to me by our server. So good! I may have to bring my husband. read more

Salt Traders Zilker - Bloody Mary - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This is a great place with quality food. It has great seafood options and even non-seafood is great. I really like this place. Larger groups can be a challenge but our last experience we had 2 wait staff helping us out. It was a pleasant experience. Food is definitely quality and tastes great. read more

Happy hour. Valentine's Day. Had a fift card. This is my wife's fave eatery. It's pretty good. Service and food is always great. It can get a little loud. It can get a little pricey. My real complaint is the obvious shrinkflation...pretty sure I'm only getting 1/4 of a scallop from the raw bar. I've got photographic evidence. I want ALL the scallop. read more

I stopped by Salt Traders for lunch, and both the food and service were excellent. I had the wood-fired red fish as an entrée and the seafood gumbo as an appetizer. Both were absolutely fantastic. The red fish was perfectly cooked--moist, with a great mixture of potato, onion, chimichurri, and garlic underneath that really brought the dish together. The seafood gumbo was also impressive. The roux was rich and flavorful, and the sausage and seafood were top-notch. Even the okra, which I can usually live without, worked in the gumbo. Service was excellent--attentive without being overbearing, and everything arrived at just the right pace. I didn't expect to enjoy Salt Traders as much as I did, but I'm a fan and I'll definitely be back. read more

Ate dinner here for the 2nd time with my wife. Ten minute wait to be seated was no big deal on a Friday night. Love the side room, which had a gire going in the gas assisted fire place (which is high quality, real looking fire). Salmon nigiri for each of us start. Tasty, fresh tasting. Then grilled oysters, served hot, with a delicious andouille and garlic (?) sauce. I had the snapper collar -- lightly breaded/fried, a challenge to eat but just the right "zingy" spice and worth digging at to get to the tender fish. Cioppino was great. Full of seafood and a full-flavored tomato-based (with onion) broth. My wife had a fish called "skate," a flaky white fish that was served piccata-style, which she enjoyed. Great server, Sasha (?). Really enjoyable meal. This place is clearly one of the best seafood restaurants in Austin. Very menu, every food item tasted great. Nice atmosphere. Reasonable prices. read more

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This is one of our favorite spots. The food is always delicious and fresh. The atmosphere is great and they have wonderful cocktails! read more

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Delicious! Slightly overpriced for what you receive. The atmosphere is wonderful, comfortable, and easy to hear in.

My husband and I visited this location to celebrate our anniversary over the weekend. I am so glad we chose to go here. Everything about our experience was truly amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating. We were seated right away. The restaurant is very open inside with plenty of seating. We have a toddler so ordered food right away for him and it was ready in a few minutes. My 2 year old demolished the fish and chips so, I'm assuming it was yummy. I ordered the house salad and grilled fish tacos. There was more than enough food. The portion sizes of the entrees are perfect. The tacos were very flavorful and filling. I will say my husbands shrimp and grits were AMAZING. So good - I wish I had ordered some. We will definitely be returning. I thank the staff for a wonderful evening. read more

Salt Traders Zilker - Shrimp and Grits - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Get it to go and eat it the next day. It tastes much better! Why? This ain't no "salt trader" instead it's red pepper wreck! Everything including the butter has red pepper. The hush puppies fired up but edible. The shrimp & grits way over red pepper down to the texture! The cioppino - same thing gritty red pepper sludge. That one- not good anytime. I love Jack Allen's but this concept bombed for me. No desire to return. Even the desserts- looks were deceiving. Particularly the key lime. You'll find better in the H‑E‑B freezer. Oh the grilled oyster! Over seasoned with a lot of grainy Dijon mustard. How lazy! Whats up chef? Taste buds gone with Covid? Smoking too much? Going for texture? Nice try but those seasoning kill your attempt. What's good? Once you sit down service is pretty good. Getting past the airheads while they try to tell you they can't find your name, you don't have a rezy . Now that's another problem. Not welcoming at all! read more

Great local Austin restaurant (though I believe the are expanding outside of the Austin area. Outstanding food, great service, comfortable restaurant. Enjoyable experience read more

Salt Traders Zilker is a very good seafood restaurant in Austin with several oyster options. It's a great place to go if you want an alternative from all the Central Texas BBQ joints. Yes, Austin has good seafood. My Overall Rating - 4 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Salt Traders Zilker is a nice open space with a New England vibe. There's plenty of wood throughout, along with a nice bar in the middle. There's plenty of seating, from high tops, booths, and tables in the back room. 1 Star. Service - Weird. Our server was trying a little too hard. Some of her jokes fell flat, and it was just a little awkward. I think she did a find job; I just didn't feel comfortable. It was weird. 1/2 Star. Food - The menu rotates several oysters from the East Coast. Unfortunately for me, I didn't order any. Instead, I opted for the Nashville Hot Fried Oyster Po'boy. First of all, this dish should not exist. I mean, do you really need to make a Fried Oyster Po'boy "Nashville Hot"? Except - it was kinda works. The fried oysters were plump and well-seasoned. The roll was soft, toasted, and the remoulade was tangy. I asked for more to dip my fries in. The only drawback is it would have benefited from an extra oyster. Guess it was truly Po'. 1 1/2 Star. Will I Return? - Yes. I need to come back just to try their rotating list of East Coast oysters. I was a skeptic walking in, but I came out a believer. I'll be back. 1 Star. My Yelp Rating Scale (Sum of all parts): 1 Star - Atmosphere - Is it a cool dive? Perhaps an upscale place? No matter the type, atmosphere plays a big part and I'll give a star if I like it or thinks it has great charm. 1 Star - Service - You can have a great meal with bad service. But that's also what can make a five star joint drop to four. It's important to the dining experience that service is great and on point. 2 Stars - Food - I'll award up to two stars for the food, since this is the main reason we dine out. Sometimes the extra star is given for value, but it's really all about the food. 1 Star - Will I come back? - If I know for a fact I'll return, I'll give this a star. A place has to make an impression for me to return. Each Category can be given up to 1 star except food (2 stars) because I consider all these categories important to the overall dining experience. I will sum them up to provide my final Yelp score. read more

Salt Traders Zilker - Nashville Hot Oyster Po' Boy - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

After hearing and seeing lots of recommendations from friends, we decided to give this place a try. The service was fantastic. The food (the oysters!!) was/were amazing. We ordered a nice variety of items, and were pleased with what we got. Would love to scour through the reviews and take a tally of our friends favorite dishes, and come back again to try more. Great place and near home. Will be back! read more

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We love Salt Traders! The bartenders are super nice and it's always very clean. We ordered the fish dip and a couple oysters a la carte. We then ordered a Caesar salad with shrimp and my guy got the shrimp gumbo. Super happy with our meals and the experience and will always come back for happy hours! read more

Salt Traders Zilker - East Coast oysters - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Came here last Saturday for my Mother-in-Laws birthday, her first time here. We thought they had a brunch menu, but only 1 item on the chalkboard really was a "brunch" item. The Lobster Poblano Crepe, which was huge and delicious. $18/bottle of Mimosas on the weekend, is a nice way to start. Everyone found something on the menu that they liked, including the King Crab Nuggets that were so fresh, they hadn't even made it on the menu. Oysters, both Gulf and PEI, were wonderful, scallops had a tad too much soy sauce for my taste. Crab cake, fish and chips, shrimp and grits, and Mac and and cheese were also well received by all. Then lobster rolls lacked a bit of butter. The Brirria Fish Tacos sounded intriguing to hubby, but the jury is still out of he would order them again. Key lime pie and chocolate brownie to finish the meal, were spot on. read more

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First impression walking into the restaurant was definitely clean and simple. They had a cute "chalkboard" by the front with daily specials and happy hour timings. The menu was small and simple with all the traditional seafood options. The hush puppies were a good starter. I got the fish and chips which were very flaky and crispy. The brownie was fudgey with a crunchy toffee topping. Overall I think this place is worth a try if your looking for a casual seafood restaurant for dinner. I recommend coming during happy hour so that you can order appetizers at a discount. The meals are a little pricey for what you receive. I would come again but only during happy hour. read more

Salt Traders Zilker - Fish and chips - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This place really does not get enough attention, because it's SO good! The crab wedge salad is delicious. The gumbo was super flavorful and had tons of oysters (a pinch spicy). Overall, have been twice and both were great experiences and can't wait to go back. read more

Check your receipts! They charged more than the menu was showing. Either they need to update the menu or they are just flat making their prices changes to you after couple of drinks . Not a big fan of this! read more

Had a very nice business lunch here. I had the burger with no bun. The place was packed. I would suggest you try and get a reservation.

So from the moment that I walked into the place, the vibes and energy in this establishment was great very welcoming very calm. I really enjoyed my time here. The waiters bartenders and waitress that we had for our large group were extremely accommodating to anything that we asked for and needed, the food was by for some of the best food that I've had an awesome Texas in a long time in Austin Texas in a long time! I've been here a few times, and I haven't had this type of experience not to say that I've had bad experiences, but I've had lackluster experiences when I've been here before, but this occasion was amazing! I really enjoyed every dish that I had and I would probably go back and get more of the same stuff so please come here. Sal traders at Zilker is an amazing restaurant. read more

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Went recently to grab a quick bite and a drink while I waited for traffic to die down. So definitely not a full meal review. Quick notes I sat at the bar. Seats were open but not two many was around 4:30pm Bartender took drink order within decent amount of time. Easy whiskey drink Had the happy hour oysters and tostada both were good. Was surprised that they didn't off crackers or hot sauce when they dropped off oysters. Had to flag someone down. Which took a bit. Thought was just oversight but noticed other folks at the bar hadn't been provided crackers either. Ambience Was ok I guess very loud with tons of conversation between staff. Like I was talking with a friend and could hear complete parts of staff's conversations about people in the restaurant. (I assumed were staff that just clocked out) Over all it's a great spot to grab a quick bite to wait for traffic to die down but I don't think I would venture to this restaurant on purpose to have a fun night catching up with friends. read more

I ordered crab Louie salad which was great. Lots of fresh crab. Crunchy lettuce, good tomatoes and various vegetables. Service was attentive. They made good coffee. Lots of room and easy parking. read more

Went to have lunch with my family and I have to say my waitress Jordan went up and beyond on everything. It was my little sister's birthday and she made it very special for her and she loved her dessert. Then I have to give a shout out to Patrick the manager who also went up and beyond for my sister on her special day. I love coming to this place and these showed me exactly why. Will be back and will bring my family back also read more

Salt Traders Zilker - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

I had originally booked our anniversary dinner reservation for another restaurant, but decided to change it after reading recent reviews from my fellow Yelpers - shout out to you! I decided to check out Salt Traders for our anniversary and I couldn't have been much more pleased with the experience. I let them know when I made the reservation that it was our anniversary, which they acknowledged when we arrived. My coworker was sneaky and bought us champagne that was brought out nearly immediately. Our server admitted he was having an off-night, but was very friendly nonetheless. He made great recommendations based off of our questions. We opted to make our meal from appetizers and the raw bar. We enjoyed little crab legs, salmon belly nigiri, raw scallops on the half shell, oysters, blue cheese chips, clam chowda (sic), shrimp cocktail and mac n cheese with crab. We were a little surprised to find the shrimp cocktail was IN the cocktail sauce, but was still good, the salmon belly was extremely buttery (naturally, not buttered), the clam chowda was creamy, crab legs were as expected, hubby loved the oysters and the mac n cheese was so good! They finished the evening with a complimentary dessert. We opted for the brownie. It had toffee ice cream and a side of caramel sauce. It was so rich and delicious! My only tip for them is to save themselves some money on the caramel sauce and not give so much because it was A LOT! I highly recommend spending your hard-earned dollars with Salt Traders! read more

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I experienced the best customer service here. I was welcomed with a smoked fish dip sampler - it was creamy and delicious. Then I savored the grilled redfish with white wine butter, broccolini, and sun-dried tomato rice. It needed more sauce but the fish was cooked perfectly. My server then brought me a toffee dessert to end the night, which was rich and decadent. The food is very fresh and enjoyable. read more

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Delicious seafood at a reasonable price, plenty of seating and not too loud. The STAR is the cheapest count mousse dessert!!! read more

One of my favorite happy hours in Austin. It's a great value in a spacious, beautiful setting. I particularly loved the raw gulf oysters and the chowder fries. To sum it up: fantastic drinks, straightforward and delicious food, professional and kind staff. There's plenty of seating in the dining room and at the bar. Can't wait to come back to Salt Trader soon! read more

Salt Traders Zilker - Fantastic gulf oysters - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

First time in and welcomed with incredible service from entire staff. The dishes we had were tasty and the oysters were fresh. We will certainly be back read more