I came here for a friend's birthday and honestly we had such a good time. We were a group of 12 and our server was super nice, attentive and handled our big table like a pro. The place is really nice, it's inside at The Westin by the lobby. Food was sooo good. I got the lobster avocado toast and loved it. I also ordered the crab hush puppies and they were really good too, crispy and soft in the inside. The oysters were definitely the highlight. At $1 each, they're 100% worth it. Perfect to share and they tasted fresh. They have a whole oyster bar I also had a drink that reminded me of a piña colada (I think it was called something like Mahi Mahi) and I loved it, super refreshing and not too sweet. We ordered a Key lime pie for the birthday girl and wow, I would come back just to try that again, it was so good! Btw, they have valet parking ($10 for 2hrs) As a person that really loves seafood this was really good experience read more

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Skipjack was such a great find! The food leaned a little on the salty side, but you can really tell the ingredients are high quality and thoughtfully prepared. The service was amazing - attentive, warm, and made the whole experience feel elevated. The ambiance is cozy, eclectic, and modern all at once. Definitely get the crab hush puppies, they're really good and a must-order! read more

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The seafood here was fantastic. We started off with the Petite Seafood Plateau. The shrimp was huge, and the oysters were very fresh and sweet. My friends and I also really enjoyed the Kennebec Chips & Salmon Dip. The dip itself was creamy and paired well with the chips, which our waiter kept providing more of throughout our meal. Unfortunately, their pasta was just okay. We ordered the Seafood Tagliatelle to share among the table. We had expected a more Aglio e Olio-style sauce, but it was more like your basic Alfredo white sauce. The seafood in the pasta was, again, fantastic, but the pasta itself was nothing special. I would recommend sticking to the strictly seafood items on the menu. My friends and I were also disappointed with the Point Judith Calamari. The fried exterior was incredibly mushy. The service was great though! I would come again, but perhaps just for the raw bar. read more

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What lovely place! It is chic and comfortable with warm decor and low lighting. We stopped by for Easter Brunch and they were able to accommodate us, even without a reservation. The wait staff worked as a team and our food was brought out promptly, each dish more delicious than the last! The Brown Sugar Brisket Burnt Ends were so savory and sweet, I highly recommend them! I loved trying a flight of Oysters. Their descriptions of each oyster were spot on and I knew exactly what I was getting. I also got the Clam Chowder (so fresh and hearty) and Crab Hush Puppies (savory and sweet, crispy and delicious). My husband got the Halibut Fish and Chips and the fish was cut thick and was warm and flakey, a perfect cut of fish prepared to melt in your mouth! Go visit them, you won't be disappointed! read more

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Oysters were delicious! I honestly don't remember how many doz we ordered but they were fresh and chilled nicely. My fav was the high roller. The biscuits with their signature butter and jam were good enough to just to leave me wanting more mote more! 5/5 Hush puppies are a must! 5/5 I personally wasn't a fan of their canned drinks but other maybe. They were pretty strong though. Everyone we encountered was fun and welcoming. Our server even gave is great recommendations for night shenanigans read more

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Wow wow wow. Certainly will be back to Skipjack!! Hubbie and I came in for a date night and had the best time. We ordered a handful of different items from brisket burnt ends, oysters, Linquini & Clams, seafood platter and more. We even got the Tito's Oyster shooter and it was BOMB! Seriously can't speak highly enough of this place. Looking forward to coming back! read more

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I went here for a networking happy hour event at SXSW and thought the service, food, and ambiance were all above and beyond. I can't wait to go back for dinner to get the full experience. We loved our server Solo. I enjoyed their crisp Australian Sauvignon Blanc with the apps on the buffet including bbq shrimp and grits, crab hushpuppies, fried green tomatoes, tuna poke (my top fav),and veggie tarts. I didn't get to try any oysters at this event, but I am a big oyster fan, so I will be back to the oyster bar soon! Beautiful space located in the Westin lobby. They have their own entrance or you can enter through the lobby. read more

Skipjack Oyster - Display of bites for the happy hour - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

If you're looking for a top-tier seafood spot in Downtown Austin, Skipjack Oyster is a must-visit. The vibe is perfectly balanced; clean, semi-upscale, and polished without feeling stuffy. The food was incredible from start to finish. We leaned heavily into the seafood, and it did not disappoint: the oysters were fresh and high-quality, the shrimp cocktail was excellent, and those ceviche shooters were a delicious highlight. If you go, do yourself a favor and order the crab hush puppies--they are absolutely addicting. Even the Wagyu burger was standout, proving they can handle the turf just as well as the surf. What really elevated the night, though, was the exceptional service. Our waiter was incredibly friendly and offered great suggestions that hit the mark. The kitchen was fast, and the staff was so attentive that my water glass never even reached the halfway point before being refilled. It's rare to have a meal where literally everything is great, but Skipjack nailed it. I'll definitely be back! read more

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My family picked this place out of a list I gave them for Christmas Eve Dinner. And let me say this - it was our favorite meal of the trip. We had reservations, and there was no wait when we arrived. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Open design with luminous lighting set the mode for the evening. From our booth, we could easily see the oyster bar and the cocktail bar. Service was excellent with the whole crew assisting to ensure your evening is going well and you have everything you need, any time you need it. We have a few different cocktails and all were good, but man on man - the martini was the best I've ever had! Crisp, smooth, with the slightest hint of citrus. I had a few ;) The oysters were some of the best, too! Clean and fresh! The calamari was decent, but that was the only thing I wasn't really blown away by. All the other dishes were "chef's kiss"! And I don't know how we did it, but we made it to dessert! Both were good, but let's be real - it was just too much LOL. Overall - I really loved this place and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone! read more

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Skipjack Oyster is a relatively new restaurant located in the Westin hotel downtown and I had dinner there recently. Inside it has an upscale feel and look to it with dark lighting in the evening giving it a romantic vibe to it. It has its own separate street entrance but is also accessible through the hotel lobby. The restaurant specializes in oysters and has a full bar attached to the main dining room. I ordered a bowl of clam chowder to start $11 followed by the prime rib stroganoff for another $29. The chowder arrived first as requested. In a shallow bowl it had bacon, celery and potato with the clams. I liked it (3.5). When the stroganoff arrived it was initially served luke warm. After testing it and informing our waitress it was sent back for a new dish. This took another 15 minutes or so. When the new plate arrived it was hot as it should be. The entree had grilled mushrooms and crispy onions on top of the prime rib and pasta. Taste wise I thought it was ok but nothing special (3). The temperature problem was handled very professionally by the waitstaff along with the manager coming by for a visit. I will say I was impressed by that level of service. I give an overall score of a 3 for taste reasons only. I would be happy to return here but would try something else next time. This restaurant is probably more like a 4 star place but this was my experience. read more

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Food was amazing. I can't wait to go back for their all night happy hour on Mondays The lobster avocado toast was my favorite the burnt fruit is a nice and different flavor on toast. The fries were also really good. Cooked and seasoned perfectly, fish (on the fish and chips) had a nice crunch and barely breaded. read more

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Skipjack Oyster is the newest addition to the Westin Austin Downtown, taking over the former Stella San Jac space. For my fellow East Coast oyster aficionados--PSA: East Coast oysters are available for either $3/oyster or $15/half dozen during happy hour. Happy hour runs Mondays from 3pm-close and Tuesday-Sunday from 3pm-6pm. IN: ALL the East Coast oysters, Shrimp & Lobster Roll (refreshing, light, despite how large it looks) with the VIP: Crab Hush Puppies. They have two house canned specialties, I had the First Mate: Coconut-rested Espolòn Blanco with watermelon and lime, and could not get enough!!! OUT: Chowder Fries (literally chowder plopped on fries), Kennebec Chips & Salmon Dip (on the fence with this one, LOVE the fresh crisps, & dip is delicious, but after a while, it begins to become too salty and creamy) read more

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OK, so when you arrive this place is really nice. They did a great job on the interior. Our waiter was so nice and knew exactly what to recommend especially for someone that's picky on wine and oysters. The only reason I'm giving it four stars is because I did not think the oysters were good. I explained to them how I liked them not fishy and more on this sweet silk side and I have to say it's not the waiters fault that he tried his best. He explained as in what they explained to him, but all the oysters to me were not good. They were a little fishy for my taste. Other than not the rest of the food I have to say was delicious. The seafood pasta was phenomenal, but it was a huge portion so you can definitely share this with people. We did start off with the calamari and the crab hush puppies and I have to say delicious. Definitely a good starter. My friend got a salmon dish. I did not try it, but he said it was delicious. They did have ok wine list but they did have really good cocktails and basically they can make anything that you wanted in general. So I would come back for all the other food I had. I just don't know if I would have oysters again. read more

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The flavours were pretty good, which is a shame because the establishment is quite large and not many diners were present on the night of my visit.. I had some Oyster starters (which I don't remember the name of); The ocean salinity wasn't as good as the ones I've tried in Rhode Island and Maine, but it was good enough. The Mahi Mahi Ceviche was superb. I love the high levels of tanginess and acidity. Plus, the Mahi Mahi and Tortilla respectively created a wonderous, chewy yet crunchy bite. However, my major complaint is the difficulty of eating the appetizer all together. Most of the tortillas did not go into the Mahi Mahi bowl well because they were too flat or the bowl was too small. It's a chip and dip plate, but I ended up using my spoon for the most part. There were also too many chips given the size of the ceviche. Still, I really liked how the flavour profile turned out. But the execution could've been better. I got the Golden Beets & Apple for my salad. After a good toss, it turned out to be a well balanced plate with mild layers of sweetness and sourness. I really really wished they added more sunflower seeds because its presence was neglible. Having a stronger nutty, solid layer to the dish would definitely elevate this dish. The Shrimp & Grits were almost perfect. Each bite hits with strong spices and was priced at a decent price. As another means to enjoy the grits, It was also surved with a slightly toasted bread. This was a wonderful addition that reminds me of dishes that maximizes strong broths with bread like French Onion Soups or Mussel Buckets. Unfortunately, the cherry tomatoes were not "blistered" or remotely charred. Needless to say, the pop of an unprepared tomato was a sudden raw surprise to an almost flawless main. I wanted to like the Red Velvet Cream Cheese Ice Cream Bread Pudding, but my taste buds were conflicted. It's a take on the classic Brownie Skillet Sundae, but tasted just as the name implied. However, my taste buds were playing mental gymnastics on me in expecting a hot fudge matched with a chilling vanilla ice cream. Each of the Red Velvet Bread and Cream Cheese Ice Cream were not as potent as their Brownie Skillet Sundae counterpart, so I was slightly disappointed. Admittedly, I still give them credit for nailing their intended flavours. I'm sure there are people who love this rendition. Lastly and most unfortunately, I was slightly dissapointed by its service. While the server's recommendations were on point, the plates were just plopped into front of me with no explanation on its preparation or ingredients. They also misremembered my order when they were making their rounds at the tables. Then, there was a madam that sat a few tables away from me who had some complaints about her meal. Eventually a manager went over to personally apologize, but two incidents is already too much to be a coincidence. My visit was a last minute reservation, so I can see myself coming back if I'm around the area. Perhaps it was an off day for the restaurant, but I was still extremely happy with my food. read more

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Stumbled upon this spot while searching for oyster places downtown, and honestly, the food was amazing. Everyone at the table agreed the salmon dip was hands down the best part of the night. The Monday happy hour from 3pm to close was definitely a plus. Service was quick, refills came fast, and the staff walked us through the menu. That said, our server went through the entire menu, which felt a bit time-consuming. Not really my cup of tea, but still friendly and attentive overall. The ambiance was great, and they even set up a personalized happy birthday card at the table, which was a really nice touch. Plus, you get $20 when you sign up for an account, which is a solid bonus. Would 100% come back for the food and the vibe. read more

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Alright people, Westlake Mom's.......this is MY NEW "IT" PLACE FOR SEAFOOD!!! After sincerely, tolerating mediocracy with Clark's Oyster bar, La Perla's and other restaurants here in Austin, they put in this place and blew them all out of the water!!! Conveniently located across from Eddie V's, this place is amazing. I love seafood and have been traveling around the world, to all the best places......and this one truly is tops. Love the atmosphere and the staff. As soon as you walk through the door, you get a warm welcome, fast wait time, if you have a reservation. Small and quaint atmosphere that feeds right into The Westin hotel if you're staying there. Nathan our server was extremely knowledgeable, so sincerely tell him what your looking for and he will point you in the right direction and Brennan our manager was very attentive, making sure all his guests were having a fabulous experience. NOW THE FOOD-After 32 years in the restaurant industry myself, now Corporate Real Estate....this place is STELLAR!!! A MUST GO TO!!! I won't be going back to any of the other Oyster/Seafood Bars in downtown, because NOW WE HAVE A GREAT OPTION. Finally, I'm a seafood girl. I had the clam chowder.....light and fulfilling. The broth was not creaming or greasy, which usually leaves a person feeling heavy and with stomach issues later. This clam chowder sits well and the clam to everything ratio portion, was great. Add salt and pepper. Now the Oysters. I'm usually a 6 oyster girl. The QUEENS CUP are hands down the BEST OYSTER ON THEIR MENU. Sweet and yummy. So tasty I ordered another 12/dozen. So do yourself a favor though....try everything on the menu, and then try them, or nothing else will compare. I use to be a Pink Moon Oyster Girl, but then I had The Queens Cup and tried to go have another Pink Moon afterwards.....NOPE!!! So if you're just going for sweet and tasty, then have at the Queens Cup, however, if you're going for an Oyster Experience, eat them last. As for the rest of our food, the Seafood Tower was amazing. Pre cut King Crab. No fighting for your food. I loved that they had their mignonette sauce in individual science pipettes. I found this very hygienic, thoughtful and creative. We also had Caviar Shots for $10 each. Was nice to be able to have the option to try their caviar, which was sooooooo smooth and creamy, without having to buy a whole tin. A great way to elevate your meal. I will say, they do need a CRAB CAKE and a grill calamari option on top of an arugula salad on the menu. As well, if you are going to have the Crab Hush Puppies, have them first with a group of people. They're a great substitute for bread, but on the heavier side. Again, something you'd want, if you and your guests were hungry and wanted something to share. All and all, I'll be back and Y'ALL NEED GO TOO.......or you'll have serious #FOMO. I just hope when I go back, I can get a table. read more

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Great atmosphere, very friendly service and AMAZING FOOD!! The fresh pressed juices were so fresh and delicious too! Came here for a business trip and decided to try it for lunch before leaving town. Loved sitting at the oyster bar! read more

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Had an amazing time at brunch. Every single dish we got was amazing. I had the king crab scramble. DELICIOUS! read more

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I enjoyed their oyster options and visited during their happy hour! All oysters were half off up until about 6:00 or 6:30 ($15/ dozen) and thankfully none of them are gulf oysters. I wasn't a huge fan of the salmon dip. It was overly cream cheesy in my opinion, but to each their own! Other happy hour items include $5 each sliders, half priced select wines and discounted apps. I'm sure I'll venture back to try out more oysters! Ps- this restaurant is located within The Westin hotel. read more

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Absolutely delicious dinner with great service and beautifully designed interior! I was so happy to see another oyster spot in Austin and these were so good especially the ones from PEI. I also ordered the Seafood Tagliatelle which was a wonderful plate! It was a tasty pasta with shrimp, clams, and mussels so perfect for any seafood lover! I came with a large group and the server was super patient and helpful even though they just opened. This is a must try spot if you are in downtown Austin. read more

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Come for all day happy hour on Mondays where you can get a half a dozen oysters for $15, half-price wine, and some good apps a good prices. read more

Skipjack Oyster - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Dave at breakfast / brunch is an absolute ambassador of Skipjack. Explained the menu with precision and deft professionalism. Can't go wrong with steak & eggs in the lone star state and Skipjack's does TX proud! read more

Skipjack Oyster - Menu effective 15OCT2025. Very impressive selection and very good quality & service! - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

This restaurant is at the bottom floor of a hotel. It's the first restaurant I went to where I had to open a tab to make an order, but I guess people died in dash regularly here. The ambience was nice and the weight staff was friendly. The food was OK nothing spectacular. I had to claim linguine and the clams were cooked perfectly, but the pasta was a little underdone. read more

Our server, Mando, was wonderful, and my husband and I both felt like he was the best server we have ever had! He made plenty of recommendations and personally crafted our cocktails. We made a dinner reservation on a Sunday night, but it wasn't necessary. We ordered the ceviche but unfortunately it wasn't ready. However, our entrees were delicious, with the star of the show being the Seafood Tagliatelle!! The ambiance was very calm and chill with a dim lighting but still idolizes the food! read more

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We loved having dinner here. We met a huge party of 10 and they accommodated all of us with great seating. Nice employees. read more

I remember the old restaurant and liked it .. but Skipjack I love! Service was quick and if you can, ask for Dominque.. he was honest and to the point with suggestions which led to an exceptional experience! The price point for food caught me off guard because it is at a hotel in downtown BUT was not "downtown prices" .. I was pleasantly surprised how wallet friendly all the items were.. it was a sigh of relief for the quality of food we ate.. oysters were great .. the burnt end brisket was better than I anticipated .. get the red fish.. overall a welcoming experience and HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

Skipjack Oyster - Red Fish and Wagyu Frites - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Had a solo dinner here while visiting and really enjoyed it all around. The service was top notch from the hostess to my server and the several staff members that stopped by to check in. I also feel their prices were reasonable considering how nice it was in there. read more

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Made a reservation for brunch the Sunday of ACL as they were offering 20% off tab. The meal was good not great, though service was friendly and attentive. My bf and I tried dozen east coast oysters and liked the pairing of sauces (including a smoky option). Next we had shrimp cocktail (standard, good size) the Green Goddess salad (quite bland, needed more dressing or lemon to punch up the flavor), and Lobster Egg scramble (very tasty though the Texas toast-sized brioche was too much bread). For dessert we tried the banana tiramisu which was a very generous portion though again lacking banana flavor. This restaurant is just a few tweaks away from having great food. Nice ambience in the dining room. read more

Service was friendly. Food came out fast and was delicious. I would definitely go back. read more

Skipjack Oyster - Oysters, Barrel Overboard, and Mai Oh Mai - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Food, service, timeliness... 10/10 Nathan was our server and he was so happy, knowledgeable, and created an atmosphere my fiancé and I love. They gave us a celebratory toast for our engagement, many recommendations, and a night to remember. We will 100% be coming back read more

The food was amazing, the service even better. Props to Angela for treating me and my coworkers like kin. I recommend the Wade into the Atlantic for drink, it was smooth and made in house! read more

Skipjack Oyster - Wade into The Atlantic - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Came for their NYE pre fixe dinner and it was fantastic! The oysters were so fresh and flavorful and all courses after were equally as amazing. The martini service was fun too! Will definitely be back read more

Skipjack Oyster - Martini Service - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Everything we ate was delicious, and our server, Andrea, was fantastic! We did not know the restaurant opened 3 days ago! It's located inside the Westin Hotel, which is beautiful. The service was attentive and helpful, the seafood was fresh, and the restaurant is lovely. Valet parking is available in front of the Westin on 5th. We will definitely be back! read more

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Oh my gosh goodness this is an amazing place. Staff was incredibly attentive (tysm Britney!!), the vibe was so cool. Love the lighting love the decor. We got the Bacon Caviar Deviled Eggs to start and they were so smooth and flavorful. I didn't get any pictures of anything else because I was too busy gobbling everything up lol! I had a few Blue Point Connecticut oysters and the presentation was beautiful, the briney taste was just right for me. I came during brunch and had the Tres Leches French Toast. No. Words. I don't even know how they got the brioche bread to just melt in my mouth but it was to die for. If you like sweet things I have to recommend the French toast. Thank you so much for a beautiful brunch! I will absolutely come back. read more

Skipjack Oyster - Bacon Caviar Deviled Eggs - Seafood Near Me - Austin, Texas

Mando was an exceptional waiter! Friendly & made great recommendations from our drinks to the appetizers & entrees. Overall, great experience. We will be back! read more

A light and airy atmosphere highlighting coastal cuisine. Our server was super attentive and helped with suggestions on in-house crafted drinks and food options. Would like to have seen a few more options for vegetarians and some mocktails. read more

Great seafood , went here for the Happy Hour, the Oyster lady was very nice and knowledgeable.

Great service and surprisingly good for a hotel restaurant. Cocktails were good, soup and entrees were solid

Matt was SO helpful!! Really set the vibes and gave great tips for the food! Steak and eggs done RIGHT.

Everything was amazing! Matt was super knowledgeable and helpful! The energy was vibrant all around and the food was delicious!