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    Salty Sow

    4.3 (3.4k reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    SALTY SOW ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Trendy
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Camille C.

    Austin mainstay and this place never ever disappoints. Huge fan. Remember years ago when I went with a close friend and we enjoyed fried bologna. Omg it's was a treat from my childhood. My favorite has always been the chicken thighs and toasted potatoes with neck bone gravy. It's to die for. Money was our server and she made everything so easy and great. Such a great kid. It's such a laid back place with a lot of pig photos. It reminded me of our piggy president. I kept asking people if I could take pictures of Trump and the died laughing. All kidding aside, I have always loved this place. It's a keeper for old Austin!

    Twice baked potato
    Danny E.

    Sunday evening we stopped by Salty Sow for dinner before heading to a concert at Moody Center and it ended up being one of those meals where everything just hit. We ordered the Prime Rib Sunday special with the twice baked potato, the wagyu burger and fries, and the whipped ricotta with pecan pesto appetizer -- and every single dish was exceptional. The whipped ricotta was an amazing way to start the meal, and the prime rib special was absolutely worth ordering. The burger was also fantastic and cooked perfectly. The vibe inside was rustic but upscale, with warm wood-paneled walls that gave the restaurant a really inviting atmosphere. The service was friendly, attentive, and helped make the whole experience feel relaxed and fun before the concert. Honestly, the hardest part was looking at the rest of the menu knowing there are already several other things I want to come back and try ASAP. Only suggestion: definitely make a reservation. This place is popular for a reason.

    Roasted Bone Marrow
    Angela B.

    Another five star experience at Salty Sow starting with the reservation process, which was done via OpenTable. After making the reservation, I messaged the restaurant to let them know that we would have a doggie with us and to make sure that we were able to sit on the patio to allow for said dog. The restaurant had prompt communication back stating they would note the reservation, which I really appreciate it. They were having a private event so part of the patio was taken however they still had ample space for other patrons to enjoy the outdoor area. Part of three our server I didn't catch their name was just OK. They ended up at one point accidentally pouring water into my wine glass for a refill and they did replace the partial glass of wine. Food wise though was on point. Got the whipped ricotta and bone marrow to start then pork shoulder, beef shoulder and fried chicken for the mains. All was delicious with healthy portions for left overs. The original order included Brussels sprouts as well but those didn't make it to the table nor on the ticket. Beverages were fine as well the area of improvement would be to ask if another round would be needed. As mentioned before the service was just ok as we didn't really get checked on often enough. Overall good experience and place to take friends and fur babies!

    duck fat fries
    Lindsay

    The food here is pretty good. I really enjoyed the pork belly and I like how it comes with collard greens below it. It helps with the greasiness. The duck fat fries were disappointing. I expected more flavor from it. The waiter was helpful with recommendations. The vibe of this place is also nice. The parking lot is a little small, but my group had 3 cars and we all found spots

    Chicken and bacon farm salad. Portion size is huge and their dressing is sooo good
    Nhu H.

    This is my second time dining at salty sow and once again the food did not disappoint. We sat outside on the patio with our pups and even though it was 99 degrees outside there were plenty of fans on the patio to keep us cool. Our waiter was friendly and attentive. To start, we had the chicken liver mousse and that was good but my favorite app so far is the bone marrow. I am obsessed with their chicken and bacon farm salad. Their house made dressing is so good and the portion size is massive. My husband had the fried chicken and collard greens and really enjoyed his meal. I will definitely be returning the next time I'm in Austin.

    Twice baked potato
    Nicole S.

    I have wanted to try this place for a while! It is an upscale gastropub vibe. The deviled eggs were some of the best I've had! The shrimp fried rice was just okay, I wanted to try it since it was on the daily special list. Our server was helpful. It was pretty good overall, I would go back for the deviled eggs!

    Roasted Organic Beet salad
    Rosie M.

    On a super rainy day, we walked in with reservations for three. We ordered the chicken, liver mousse, the truffle fries, and the Wagyu burger. I asked for the Wagyu burger cooked medium rare plus; however, they only cook burgers medium or medium well at the salty sow, so I asked if they could try to cook it with a little bit of pink in the middle. My favorite meal of the day was the chicken liver mousse, which was an appetizer. It was light and packed with flavor. As for the service, the weight staff was very friendly and helpful. I liked how clean the restaurant was, and I liked that there was ample free parking. I'm excited to save room for dessert next time because I heard the desserts there are pretty amazing from my nephew.

    Slow Cooked Beef Shoulder
    Paul D.

    A group of four of us chose this place to celebrate a birthday. We made a request on the reservation to sit at a table than at a highboy, because they have equal amount of both. We knew the evening was off to a good start when they took us to the *perfect* table, and there was a hand-written card with birthday greetings from the staff. The service was magnificent, with check-ins at well-timed intervals, and we got a visit from the manager who helped with a photo. There's a nice variety of cocktails, including things like Bee's Knees and Paper Plane. (But the whiskey list is somewhat hidden on the back of one of the menus. The whole menu thing is a bit much, with a main menu, a happy hour menu, a specials menu.) The food is oriented around comfort food but with little twists that add interest. We started with a shareable Iron Skillet garlic biscuits. I had a lovely portion of beef shoulder in a light gravy with mashed potatoes and carrots, delicately covered with a fried egg. Thumbs up came with the Wagyu cheeseburger and a well-executed pastrami sandwich with homemade pastrami and slaw. The desserts are sized for two but are delicious. The beignets had a big mound of ice cream as a sidecar. Heartily recommend this place as a fun special-occasion place, slightly upscale but without a trace of pretentious.

    Outside
    Karlee J.

    An excellent food establishment in Austin! I recommend making a reservation online for best service. Clean and well polished restaurant! Their foods was amazing! Our order: - biscuits (so flaky and buttery!) - deviled eggs (very strong truffle! So if you don't fancy that keep that in mind) - rosemary fried chicken - pastrami sandwich

    Slow Cooked Beef Shoulder Slow Cooked Beef Shoulder
    Jennifer A.

    Beautiful restaurant and even better food. Meat melted in your mouth. Everything was so full of flavor. Caroline was our server and was very helpful and nice.

    Rosemary's Piglet ($12)
    Wendi K.

    4.5 Stars We had a girl's happy hour here on a Thursday. The menu consists of creative, animal-centric dishes. We were so impressed by the massive portions at happy hour prices (listed below): * Chicken Liver Mousse ($9) - rich and delicious * Honey Rosemary Fried Chicken ($13) - so tender, and fried to a crispy perfection * Catfish Tacos ($14) - I didn't try this one but it looked marvelous, with corn and guacamole on the side Drinks - * Rosemary's Piglet ($12) - a nice and refreshing complement The interior is cute and cozy - nice enough for a date night, but also un-pretentious enough for a casual meeting. There is also a large patio to sit at. The staff were very polite :)

    Raspberry mule was nice.
    Movetia S.

    I met up with a longtime family friend and her family for dinner at Salty Sow, and overall it was a nice night. Good company, good conversation, solid drinks, and a cozy vibe. I hadn't been back in years mostly because of the parking situation, but figured I'd give it another shot. The good stuff first. The duck fat fries were great. Super crispy, well seasoned, and actually hot when they hit the table. The drinks were really nice too, and I appreciated seeing Austin Eastciders on the menu for those of us who aren't beer drinkers. Our waiter was attentive without hovering and really helpful throughout the meal. Now the not so great parts. Parking is still wild. There's basically a tiny lot with one handicapped spot and not much nearby once it's full. Even though I live less than 2 miles away, rideshare honestly feels like the safest bet. Just not super convenient. The website also needs some love. I checked the menu ahead of time and didn't realize it was outdated. I went in planning to order the fish and shrimp beignets, but they weren't available. Then I tried for the short ribs and they were sold out. I ended up with the beef and mushrooms and it was just okay. Not bad, just underwhelming. We were seated right by the front door, and with the recent cold weather and the door constantly opening, I was freezing most of the meal. Not the most comfortable spot to sit but I wrapped my legs in my coat. All in, it was a mixed bag. Fun atmosphere, good drinks, great fries, but between the parking, menu inconsistencies, and an average main dish, it didn't totally wow me. I'd probably go back for apps and drinks, just with lower expectations and definitely not driving (or only go when they first open)

    Pastrami Sandwich
    Kaycie Y.

    We chose Salty Sow as our belated valentines date and it was kind of a mixed bag. We were sat right next to a heater and the fire was huge lol. The hostess let us know that if we needed it turned down, we could ask our server. We ended up asking our server if they could turn it down and we were told that wasn't possible because other patrons would freak out. Very confusing but not the end of the world. We ordered the pastrami sandwich and the beef shoulder. I'd like to take this moment to gush about this pastrami sandwich. It's probably the best pastrami I've ever had. I'm usually not a pastrami fan because I've only experienced dry pastrami until now. There was nothing dry about this sandwich. The meat was super moist, the bread was soft without being mushy, and the horseradish cream sauce really took it to another level. HUGE fan of this sandwich! The beef shoulder was so disappointing. There wasn't any part of the dish that was hot or even warm and the flavor was just lackluster. I ended up finding an egg shell and that just sent me over the edge lol. Having a dish made up of mostly soft components and randomly biting into a violently crunchy egg shell is a textural nightmare for me. Unfortunately, it completely turned me off and I couldn't continue to eat :( Overall I probably wouldnt return for a date night, but if I was in the area and needed a quick bite, I would deff stop in for the pastrami sandwich!

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    Ask the Community - Salty Sow

    What's a sow? Is it the same as saw?

    It is a female pig.

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes, we can absolutely accommodate! There are a couple of items that are naturally gluten free, and even more options can be modified to avoid allergens or gluten. You can ask your server to help you navigate the menu. We take dietary restrictions… 

    Hello! What kind of oil does the kitchen use to cook/fry? Thanks in advance!

    Olive

    Hello! What kind of oil does your kitchen use? Thanks in advance!

    Olive

    Do they still have flights?

    YES!

    Are there any vegan options?

    No, they don't have vegan food. This place is all about the meat!

    Looking to host a Science Olympiad dinner with about 40 adults and 40 (really well behaved) students. Would you be able to accommodate us Saturday, October 26 at 7:30 pm? -Janice

    Yelpers usually answer questions here so it may be a good idea to try calling the business so you can get in touch with someone there. :)

    What is the dress code at the Salty Sow Austin?

    Whatever you want and please make sure to ask for Mitch!!!

    What is a sow?

    An adult female pig.

    Is there still happy hour on some of the food?

    Drinks and appetizers

    Is take out available?

    Yes

    Is parking free?

    Yes, it's free. However their parking lot gets filled up fast! There is street parking too that is also free.

    Is Happy Hour limited to an area of the restaurant? I know some places limit it to the patio or bar. Thanks in advance!

    No, it's available throughout. Enjoy!

    Thinking about coming here for the first time. What is a MUST have item?

    Brussel Sprout leaves!!!

    We are planning on dining here tonight (Tuesday evening) before 8pm, is this an okay spot to bring a kid (2 yrs old) along? Also, are reservations necessary for a Tuesday dinner for 4?

    I didn't see a kids menu option and the environment is grear just didn't get a kid friendly vibe

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    Swift's Attic

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    1.8 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Large group friendly

    Overall: 4.4/5 [dine in]…read more We came in on a weekday night and were seated right away. The place is nice and quiet, the service was good, and the food was even better than our last visit. They change their menu often so there is always something new to look forward to. Charred Edamame With Pop Rocks ($9): So fun to eat and quite addictive. The chili oil was spicy to me but not my husband so just be aware of your heat tolerance. The salt pop rocks combo is genius and so good that we wanted to take it home to season our steak. The edamame were also perfectly charred. Highly recommend! Lamb Pops ($28): Came with 3 lamb pops that were perfectly cooked and so delicious. Even better with the yuzu yogurt. 44 Farms Tartare ($24) + Quail Egg ($6): This looked like a bird's nest and had so many textures going on. A great sensory experience and it tasted really good too. I would say a little less of the crispy bits would help since I felt they were close to overpowering the rest of the dish.

    Swift's Attic changed its menu and plating style in 2025 to focus on small, shareable plates, but…read morethe dishes have been somewhat hit or miss. Before the change, I would have rated this spot closer to a 4.5/5, so the new format feels like a noticeable step down. It can still be a fun place to visit with a group so everyone can try a variety of items, although some of the portions are so small that they can feel awkward to share. Considering the price of each plate, I'd say it's mainly worth visiting if Swift's Attic has been on your list and you're curious to try it for yourself. Otherwise, Austin has plenty of other dinner spots that offer a more satisfying experience and better value.

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    Culinary Dropout

    Culinary Dropout

    4.1
    (2.2k reviews)
    8.3 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    I really enjoyed the food and the Decor, The Customer Service was good and that shot was the cherry…read moreon top, they called it the SparkPlug it had just the right amount of sweet and definitely was a wake up call( who need coffee when you have that) . The appetizer of choice was the Korean Ribs on a Bed of Coleslaw. I would of stayed longer but I had to prepare to head back home. I would love to go back! Happy Hour is 3pm to 5pm on Monday-Thursday. It was a mixed crowd and you did not have to dress up, The place is huge in my Eyes.

    My Family and I were just lost in the decision between 3 different restaurants, casually on our…read morephones checking which restaurant to go to. Besides the 5 stars, we noticed that many people passed us just to enter at the Culinary Dropout. That was our sign to just enter. For our first time, we noticed the environment was very welcoming and the food was amazing! Our server Zelda was just always attentive of us and always kept great communication with what drinks were the best. He recommended the drink 'El Matador'. It was one of the best drinks we've ever had and kept it rotating for more. Zelda 10/10 as a server. Our only problem would be with a young female waiter with long curly hair and web tights. We asked her if she was a server, as she passed by our table, and she said "no" and left. I understand if she wasn't a server but she worked for the restaurant and could've helped us find our server, but didn't. Besides that, we will definitely be back for the Brussels Sprouts and 'El Matador'. 10/10 Restaurant

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    Anthem

    Anthem

    4.4
    (834 reviews)
    1.9 mi
    $$

    Fabulous! My friend…read moreTiffany told me about Anthem on Rainy Street. Neither of us had been, and also it's been years since we've been on Rainy Street. So we thought we would make a whole night of it. Tiffany did make reservations for us for 7pm and even though this is a bar hopping neighborhood, even at 7pm it was pretty busy. Streets were full of people. Anthem had a vibe. I felt the energy as soon as I waked in. The cozy booths with the U shaped seating with plush green velvet fabric. Wait staff wore Hawaiian shirts. Sitting up behind me on a ledge was the Easter Island statue. Insert (Night At The Museum) here, dumb dumb give me gum gum. Anthem was our first stop tonight. Just drinks and a dinner. I ordered the Peach Fuzzy drink. Not too sweet, refreshing, peachy, and beautiful garnish of a flower. I ordered the Yummy Fries which looked like a salad. Gorgeous presentation. Fries were actually waffle sweet potatoes. Pickled ginger, sesame seeds, furikake, aïoli and a few other wonderful ingredients. Could not get over how beautiful everything looked. Presentation outstanding. Service delightful. Had a wonderful time at Anthem. We both did use the ladies rooms before leaving. Inside the bathroom there is a sign about safety and if you need assistants. I did take a picture of it. On our way out, Brian the manager, said good night to us and waved. We later saw Brian at another place. And I'll write about that in my review for that place as well. Brian, you're Doll, thank you for your hospitality.

    Came here when a friend is in town. We went on a Monday early evening so Rainey was a bit quiet. We…read morecaught their HH and ordered a few things from the Happy Hour menu. Salmon Poke (4.5/5) was incredible. Salmon was fresh, creamy and has a nice balance from the nutty sesame dressing. Paired with pickled cucumber was just heaven. We also really enjoyed their crispy nori they served, which can be used to scoop up the poke. The brisket Rangoon (4/5) is a nice take on the collab of Asian and Texas cuisine. Must try! The char-buff cauliflower (3.4/5) was also yummy but unfortunately they went overboard on the sauce. Cocktails were all delicious and you can definitely feel the alcohol. Perfect HH stop when you are on this side of town!

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