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Food was great, drinks were awesome, & excellent service. Lower lit ambiance to let the decor pop, but if you need a table light you can request one. The robots brought out most of our drinks & appetizers. Our main entree was brought by staff. Food was excellent. The space balls were similar to a ceviche, but better. The beef short rib was slow cooked & tender. The expresso martini on menu was a little strong, but very tasteful. Servers & staff were quick to pre-bus table & get empty plates & drinks out of the way. Didn't get an itemized receipt at the end, a little pricey, but well worth it.
Came here on a Sunday evening with family (4 of us total) and we were seated right away. I loved the ambiance and decor inside including the sparkly flooring in the bathroom without being tacky. There is a track along each table where a robot will drop off dishes directly to the table. Our server recommended that each person order at least 2-3 dishes (1-2 small dishes and 1 main dish). Our table shared the following: -Space balls (salmon tartare, goat cheese, tangerine, capers, puri; tuna tartare, lemongrass, cilantro, ponzu, puri) -Hamachi (coconut leche de tigre, lemongrass, ginger, serrano, lime zest) -Torched crispy rice trio (salmon tataki-coffee gravlax, avocado, morita aioli; seared tuna-citrus crust, serrano aioli; seared beef filet-brown butter béarnaise sauce) -Burrata and speck (seasonal fruit, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette and caramelized pepitas) -Roasted octopus (spicy chorizo, house adobo, taro purée) -Corn ribs (citrus chili oil, serrano aioli) -Ube foam panna cotta (vanilla & thyme infused panna cotta with ube foam & torched seasonal fruit) All the small plates/appetizers were good but my personal favorite was the torched crispy rice trio (especially the seared beef filet surprisingly since I'm not a big meat eater). Our server recommended the space balls which we weren't going to initially order but we were glad we did. They were so flavorful but bite sized that I almost wanted to order another one. The roasted octopus was decent but I couldn't taste the taro puree. The burrata and corn ribs were both good but not standout dishes. I think we overordered on the small plates section since we weren't hungry enough to eat our main dishes and each of the dishes are not cheap either. We each ordered our own main dishes. I had the inked seafood risotto (shrimp, scallops, mussels, baby clams, speck, squid ink, fennel) while hubby had the braised short rib (port demi-glace, fresh herbs, truffle oil, vanilla mashed potatoes). We both enjoyed our dishes but I was already pretty stuffed from all our appetizers. We shared the ube foam panna cotta for dessert which was enough for us to take a bite but it was probably the most underwhelming dish of the night. It looked like it was the most popular dish on the menu per Yelp but it tasted like the fridge and wasn't freshly prepared. Overall, food was good (but expensive) and came out in a timely manner.
I love Space Cowboy! Whenever I come to Austin, I always make a stop here for dinner. They're always able to accommodate small or large parties, but I tend to make a reservation every time. There's a pretty big lot in the front for parking as well! This time our experience wasn't the same as past times I've been because it seemed like only 2 robots were working. Nonetheless, the food came out quickly. They offer lots of mocktails here which is nice! My favorites to always get are the stardust fries, the corn ribs with hummus, and the short ribs! The fries are perfectly seasoned and crispy. The corn ribs with the chili oil crunch are phenomenal! They only come with 2~ per dish so plan accordingly when ordering! The sliders are always surprisingly good! I think the crudo and the baba ghanoush can be a skip -- a lot of our table felt the crudo was a bit too fishy and the flatbread was almost crumbly! For dessert, we tried their new pear tart and it is phenomenal! It is flaky and has a nice smoky caramel flavor to it! We also always get the chocolate ganache and banana ice cream. They also gave us a free cotton candy for the table!
Space Cowboy has been a place I wanted to try for a little while. I finally got a chance to musk up the courage to fight traffic to venture downtown Austin to try this place out. First impression from the outside. There is very limited parking in the restaurant lot. Luckily I had planned ahead and booked a Resy for 4pm (when they open) Saturday. We had gotten there there a few minutes earlier to make sure we were able to get parking. Parking is free if you are dining at Space Cowboy. When we got there, there's already people waiting in the parking lot for the restaurant to open to come inside. Upon entering, we were transported to another galaxy. There's a space vibe here and all the decor is very fitting for the name Space Cowboy. Moon floors, cactus , artwork for sale, cloud lights, moon lights, & upper scale seats and table. There's dividers on the table walls so you can get some privacy. I love that they had a small table for the ladies to put their purse on by their table. Vibe check is a pass! What we ordered: Space balls- $16.75- 2/5 This dish was highly recommended by the waiter because it's one of their top seller. Unfortunately I really wanted to enjoy this dish but it was simply super salty. I love the puri balls and the texture was great with the salmon but it was heavy on the salt. According to my family member they told us we should have went on a weekday and that the food is better because they had the Space balls and it wasn't salty. :/ .. very strange. Torched crispy rice trio- 16.75- 3/5: It came with 3 pieces of crispy rice topped with salmon, steak, and tuna. The salmon was super salty. The steak had an Asian flavor and was interesting. Steak was tender. Overall, not the best crispy rice I've ever had but it's decent. Crispy rice was super crispy. Just wish they were not heavy handed with the salt. Steak tartare $18.75- 4/5: this dish was the best dish out of the 5 dishes. The steak tartare was cut not minced like how other steak tartare I had. It was unique with the fact the steak was cut in smaller chucks. The steak was super soft and melt in your mouth. The flavor overall is balanced. They serve along with it a cup of different chips (sweet potatoes & taro chips) and bread. I think my favorite was the Taro chips because it was wider in size so when scooping the steak tartare chunks it was easier to eat. The sweet potato chips was too small and the steak tartare was falling off of it when trying to eat. It was a battle to get the sweet potato chip with tartare in your mouth before chunks of tartare falls off. I gave up and use a fork to scoop the tartare and then stick the potato chip in my mouth which I think it takes away from the dish appropriate eating experience. The bread they could done without because it did not complement with the tartare in any way. The soft and chewy texture of the bread made the dish subpar. I appreciate the variety but the taro chip pair well the tartare and I wish there was more than two pieces of taro. Roasted octopus $24.95- 2/5: Beautiful dish. I wish the dish tasted as good as it looks. The octopus had some pieces that were tender and other pieces that were super chewy which indicates overly cooked. This dish is actually pretty bland. There were different types of sauces but none complimented the octopus and puree well. This dish needed acid and the potato needed to be cooked 1 minute more. It was still pretty firm . Cowboy duo sliders 17.95 - 3/5: meaty and the meat was juicy. Love the texture of the fried onions in the sliders. It was tiny but mighty. A very straight forward slider but wasn't anything that stood out. Even though the description states steak but the meat was grounded up for a meat patty. Ordering process: Your waiter will take your order but all of your food and drinks will come out on the train. The trail trails are right next to your table. Once the train stops you will need to grab your food out. If you somehow missed your train, don't panic. Your waiter will bring it to your table. We didn't miss any 4 of train drop offs. Service was ok. It wasn't anything personable or stood out. Staff wasn't cheery and it was transactional . The restaurant was toasty temperature inside and we got pretty hot. Do I recommend this place? Honestly I am torn because I like the vibes but only 1/5 dish was good. The food wasn't anything memorable and was salty. Over hyped? Not sure if I went on a bad day or if the Chefs were salty but I felt the staff was salty including the host. Based on my personal experience I can't recommend this place. It might be a place for the experience of the train rather than the food.
3.6/5 Very cool concept and insta worthy. Love the nice low lighting inside and their comfortable booths. Food wasn't that great though. We ordered the spaceballs, trio, corn ribs and steak. None of them really stood out. Maybe the corn ribs had the most flavor but I found the other dishes to be quite bland and not memorable. Service was good although they did give us the check too soon even though the place wasn't busy.
Fun concept, beautiful setting, and delicious food! I was surprised by how beautiful the interior of Space Cowboy is. I knew they had robots delivering some plates, but it is designed in a surprisingly upscale and beautiful manner. The robots are discreet - and a fun addition - did not feel gimmicky to me at all. Each robot has a name and description that are fun to notice. Our server, who took our order, and delivered some plate was kind and engaging. On his recommendation, we ordered the Braised Short Rib as a main. Definitely recommend ordering this - as it fell off the bone and was absolutely delicious. For apps/sides we split the Space Balls, which included salmon tartare, goat cheese, capers, and tuna tartare. The waiter highly recommended this dish and for good reason! We also split the Stardust Fries, they were as delicious as you would expect from parmesan, truffle oil, and marita aioli toppings. The only side we could have skipped were the corn ribs - they were very heavy handed with the cirtus chili oil, which took away from the creativity and flavor profile of the dish. For dessert, we split the Chocolate Ganache and gelato - it was a bit heavy for me. Overall, would highly recommend a visit here.
Found this spot on Yelp when looking for a cool new restaurant to take some friends to a thank you dinner. The cocktails are great, the service was super fast because everything gets delivered by the little robots. Definitely a cool spot and the food and drinks were excellent.
A very unique take on the dinning experience. The atmosphere is a Modern Jetson style where a conveyor belt robot brings you your food and drinks as they are ready. It's quite fun and you never know which dish is going to come by next. The food is an eclectic mix of ingredients and flavors with interesting takes on standard dishes. The food is meant to be shared. Standouts were the Space Balls, Corn Ribs, Crispy Rice Trio and the Hamachi in Leche de Tigre. All were freshly made and delicious. You can easily see their attention to detail in the preparation and the mixture of ingredients really work. Service was fantastic.
Ok, I got here with a reservation for 7pm and I was seated at 7.45pm, that's unacceptable with a previous reservation. I complained a few times and I got a glass of champagne but still...I was about to leave to another place. The ambiance at this place is very upscale and futuristic, the robots are the ones serving you the meal and drinks, they stop right next to your table and you have less than a minute to grab your plate before they leave. Alright, the food here is OUTSTANDING! I'm Glad I stayed but they seriously need a better system for their reservation and seating charts. Might come back, not sure...
Space Cowboy is a fun, futuristic and sci-fi forward restaurant and bar on East 7th Street in Austin, TX. Your food and drinks are delivered by robot, i.e. spaceships. How cool is that? Being at Space Cowboy makes you feel like you are in fantastical, mythical world. The vibe is sci-fi like with these cool lighting fixtures...it looks like the convergence of chicken wire and Christmas lights. This would be a cool place to take someone visiting Austin for the first time. Menu features tapas like dishes. Space balls and inked seafood risotto were uniquely prepared...full of flavor and texture-forward. I would definitely bring back visitors to the restaurant if nothing more than to see the robots.
This place is a full vibe. I visited with a group of friends and loved the ambience. Beautifully space-inspired with dreamy lighting and cloud-like ceiling structures that really set the mood. I ordered the Venus Seduction, which was delicious, and their in-house crafted cocktail menu was impressive. We tried a variety of dishes including garlic fries, corn ribs, mushroom risotto, mezze platter and sliders. Everything was well-portioned and great for sharing. The risotto and Ube Panna Cotta were the highlights for me. Definitely a spot I'd visit again.
For the cosmic traveler at heart, with a foodie soul within! Listen! I enjoyed my time fully at Space Cowboy. Pictures don't do this place justice. It is so clean, mellow, and yet so full of cosmic wonder. It's decorated so nicely. Shout out to my robot waiter friend Kyle. My waitress was amazing and so helpful when figuring out when to order! I enjoyed mostly everything that I ate Corn rib - yum! I loved the extra spice. The corn was easy to eat and full of flavor in every single bite. Space balls- if you like ceviche, you would like this ! It was flavorful and the crunchy layer was perfect. Short rib and vanilla mashed potatoes.- The potatoes shocked me with the hint of vanilla, the balance was perfect. I loved my short ribs! Very juicy and flavoral protein for sure. This is a beautiful dish that's executed well. Alien blood drink - it had A very tropical vibe and wasn't too strong! The cotton candy was complimentary and I loved it. My dessert was a pear tart dessert with vanilla ice cream. It isn't on the menu. I didn't enjoy it. The crust on it was good. But it fell short for some reason. The vanilla ice cream was perfect!
Space Cowboy is such a fun little escape. The vibe is quirky, colorful, and effortlessly cool, making it perfect for drinks and catching up with friends. The cocktails were creative, the atmosphere was lively, and the whole place just feels very Austin in the best way. The service was 10/10 sad to see them close
18 days ago
Space Cowboy was such an interesting experience! I honestly do not fully understand why the delivery robots are there but also, why not?! It added to the fun, whimsical theme of the restaurant. Prices were on the higher side, so this probably won't be a frequent spot for us, but the food quality was genuinely great. The torched crispy rice trio was amazing! We got the Smoked Chicken and the Short Rib which, portions were much larger than expected, and tasted amazing. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly throughout the evening, as well. I also loved the small touch of carrying Starbase Brewing beers to keep the space theme going all the way through the drink menu. A fun one to try and worth the visit for the experience, theme, and solid food. read more
I will never stop raving about how freaking amazing this place is! The ambulance, the service, the food, everything is absolutely top-notch. and they're always so accommodating. The spaceballs are literally a must have and those corn ribs, I could just eat them all day. read more
1 month ago
We ordered the ribeye and sliders. The sliders were decent, and Ribeye was alright, but at 52 was overpriced for the portion. They dont do free refills on soda or lemonade and charge you 4 bucks for less than a can. The ambience itself was what I came for but left something to be desired. The menu also doesn't have a ton of variety. The host was a bit rude but our server Michael was very friendly. Ultimately I knocked it off my bucket list but wouldn't go back. read more
Food was great, drinks were awesome, & excellent service. Lower lit ambiance to let the decor pop, but if you need a table light you can request one. The robots brought out most of our drinks & appetizers. Our main entree was brought by staff. Food was excellent. The space balls were similar to a ceviche, but better. The beef short rib was slow cooked & tender. The expresso martini on menu was a little strong, but very tasteful. Servers & staff were quick to pre-bus table & get empty plates & drinks out of the way. Didn't get an itemized receipt at the end, a little pricey, but well worth it. read more
Came here on a Sunday evening with family (4 of us total) and we were seated right away. I loved the ambiance and decor inside including the sparkly flooring in the bathroom without being tacky. There is a track along each table where a robot will drop off dishes directly to the table. Our server recommended that each person order at least 2-3 dishes (1-2 small dishes and 1 main dish). Our table shared the following: -Space balls (salmon tartare, goat cheese, tangerine, capers, puri; tuna tartare, lemongrass, cilantro, ponzu, puri) -Hamachi (coconut leche de tigre, lemongrass, ginger, serrano, lime zest) -Torched crispy rice trio (salmon tataki-coffee gravlax, avocado, morita aioli; seared tuna-citrus crust, serrano aioli; seared beef filet-brown butter béarnaise sauce) -Burrata and speck (seasonal fruit, tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette and caramelized pepitas) -Roasted octopus (spicy chorizo, house adobo, taro purée) -Corn ribs (citrus chili oil, serrano aioli) -Ube foam panna cotta (vanilla & thyme infused panna cotta with ube foam & torched seasonal fruit) All the small plates/appetizers were good but my personal favorite was the torched crispy rice trio (especially the seared beef filet surprisingly since I'm not a big meat eater). Our server recommended the space balls which we weren't going to initially order but we were glad we did. They were so flavorful but bite sized that I almost wanted to order another one. The roasted octopus was decent but I couldn't taste the taro puree. The burrata and corn ribs were both good but not standout dishes. I think we overordered on the small plates section since we weren't hungry enough to eat our main dishes and each of the dishes are not cheap either. We each ordered our own main dishes. I had the inked seafood risotto (shrimp, scallops, mussels, baby clams, speck, squid ink, fennel) while hubby had the braised short rib (port demi-glace, fresh herbs, truffle oil, vanilla mashed potatoes). We both enjoyed our dishes but I was already pretty stuffed from all our appetizers. We shared the ube foam panna cotta for dessert which was enough for us to take a bite but it was probably the most underwhelming dish of the night. It looked like it was the most popular dish on the menu per Yelp but it tasted like the fridge and wasn't freshly prepared. Overall, food was good (but expensive) and came out in a timely manner. read more
I love Space Cowboy! Whenever I come to Austin, I always make a stop here for dinner. They're always able to accommodate small or large parties, but I tend to make a reservation every time. There's a pretty big lot in the front for parking as well! This time our experience wasn't the same as past times I've been because it seemed like only 2 robots were working. Nonetheless, the food came out quickly. They offer lots of mocktails here which is nice! My favorites to always get are the stardust fries, the corn ribs with hummus, and the short ribs! The fries are perfectly seasoned and crispy. The corn ribs with the chili oil crunch are phenomenal! They only come with 2~ per dish so plan accordingly when ordering! The sliders are always surprisingly good! I think the crudo and the baba ghanoush can be a skip -- a lot of our table felt the crudo was a bit too fishy and the flatbread was almost crumbly! For dessert, we tried their new pear tart and it is phenomenal! It is flaky and has a nice smoky caramel flavor to it! We also always get the chocolate ganache and banana ice cream. They also gave us a free cotton candy for the table! read more
2 months ago
Space Cowboy has been a place I wanted to try for a little while. I finally got a chance to musk up the courage to fight traffic to venture downtown Austin to try this place out. First impression from the outside. There is very limited parking in the restaurant lot. Luckily I had planned ahead and booked a Resy for 4pm (when they open) Saturday. We had gotten there there a few minutes earlier to make sure we were able to get parking. Parking is free if you are dining at Space Cowboy. When we got there, there's already people waiting in the parking lot for the restaurant to open to come inside. Upon entering, we were transported to another galaxy. There's a space vibe here and all the decor is very fitting for the name Space Cowboy. Moon floors, cactus , artwork for sale, cloud lights, moon lights, & upper scale seats and table. There's dividers on the table walls so you can get some privacy. I love that they had a small table for the ladies to put their purse on by their table. Vibe check is a pass! What we ordered: Space balls- $16.75- 2/5 This dish was highly recommended by the waiter because it's one of their top seller. Unfortunately I really wanted to enjoy this dish but it was simply super salty. I love the puri balls and the texture was great with the salmon but it was heavy on the salt. According to my family member they told us we should have went on a weekday and that the food is better because they had the Space balls and it wasn't salty. :/ .. very strange. Torched crispy rice trio- 16.75- 3/5: It came with 3 pieces of crispy rice topped with salmon, steak, and tuna. The salmon was super salty. The steak had an Asian flavor and was interesting. Steak was tender. Overall, not the best crispy rice I've ever had but it's decent. Crispy rice was super crispy. Just wish they were not heavy handed with the salt. Steak tartare $18.75- 4/5: this dish was the best dish out of the 5 dishes. The steak tartare was cut not minced like how other steak tartare I had. It was unique with the fact the steak was cut in smaller chucks. The steak was super soft and melt in your mouth. The flavor overall is balanced. They serve along with it a cup of different chips (sweet potatoes & taro chips) and bread. I think my favorite was the Taro chips because it was wider in size so when scooping the steak tartare chunks it was easier to eat. The sweet potato chips was too small and the steak tartare was falling off of it when trying to eat. It was a battle to get the sweet potato chip with tartare in your mouth before chunks of tartare falls off. I gave up and use a fork to scoop the tartare and then stick the potato chip in my mouth which I think it takes away from the dish appropriate eating experience. The bread they could done without because it did not complement with the tartare in any way. The soft and chewy texture of the bread made the dish subpar. I appreciate the variety but the taro chip pair well the tartare and I wish there was more than two pieces of taro. Roasted octopus $24.95- 2/5: Beautiful dish. I wish the dish tasted as good as it looks. The octopus had some pieces that were tender and other pieces that were super chewy which indicates overly cooked. This dish is actually pretty bland. There were different types of sauces but none complimented the octopus and puree well. This dish needed acid and the potato needed to be cooked 1 minute more. It was still pretty firm . Cowboy duo sliders 17.95 - 3/5: meaty and the meat was juicy. Love the texture of the fried onions in the sliders. It was tiny but mighty. A very straight forward slider but wasn't anything that stood out. Even though the description states steak but the meat was grounded up for a meat patty. Ordering process: Your waiter will take your order but all of your food and drinks will come out on the train. The trail trails are right next to your table. Once the train stops you will need to grab your food out. If you somehow missed your train, don't panic. Your waiter will bring it to your table. We didn't miss any 4 of train drop offs. Service was ok. It wasn't anything personable or stood out. Staff wasn't cheery and it was transactional . The restaurant was toasty temperature inside and we got pretty hot. Do I recommend this place? Honestly I am torn because I like the vibes but only 1/5 dish was good. The food wasn't anything memorable and was salty. Over hyped? Not sure if I went on a bad day or if the Chefs were salty but I felt the staff was salty including the host. Based on my personal experience I can't recommend this place. It might be a place for the experience of the train rather than the food. read more
3.6/5 Very cool concept and insta worthy. Love the nice low lighting inside and their comfortable booths. Food wasn't that great though. We ordered the spaceballs, trio, corn ribs and steak. None of them really stood out. Maybe the corn ribs had the most flavor but I found the other dishes to be quite bland and not memorable. Service was good although they did give us the check too soon even though the place wasn't busy. read more
Fun concept, beautiful setting, and delicious food! I was surprised by how beautiful the interior of Space Cowboy is. I knew they had robots delivering some plates, but it is designed in a surprisingly upscale and beautiful manner. The robots are discreet - and a fun addition - did not feel gimmicky to me at all. Each robot has a name and description that are fun to notice. Our server, who took our order, and delivered some plate was kind and engaging. On his recommendation, we ordered the Braised Short Rib as a main. Definitely recommend ordering this - as it fell off the bone and was absolutely delicious. For apps/sides we split the Space Balls, which included salmon tartare, goat cheese, capers, and tuna tartare. The waiter highly recommended this dish and for good reason! We also split the Stardust Fries, they were as delicious as you would expect from parmesan, truffle oil, and marita aioli toppings. The only side we could have skipped were the corn ribs - they were very heavy handed with the cirtus chili oil, which took away from the creativity and flavor profile of the dish. For dessert, we split the Chocolate Ganache and gelato - it was a bit heavy for me. Overall, would highly recommend a visit here. read more
2 months ago
Found this spot on Yelp when looking for a cool new restaurant to take some friends to a thank you dinner. The cocktails are great, the service was super fast because everything gets delivered by the little robots. Definitely a cool spot and the food and drinks were excellent. read more
6 months ago
A very unique take on the dinning experience. The atmosphere is a Modern Jetson style where a conveyor belt robot brings you your food and drinks as they are ready. It's quite fun and you never know which dish is going to come by next. The food is an eclectic mix of ingredients and flavors with interesting takes on standard dishes. The food is meant to be shared. Standouts were the Space Balls, Corn Ribs, Crispy Rice Trio and the Hamachi in Leche de Tigre. All were freshly made and delicious. You can easily see their attention to detail in the preparation and the mixture of ingredients really work. Service was fantastic. read more
Ok, I got here with a reservation for 7pm and I was seated at 7.45pm, that's unacceptable with a previous reservation. I complained a few times and I got a glass of champagne but still...I was about to leave to another place. The ambiance at this place is very upscale and futuristic, the robots are the ones serving you the meal and drinks, they stop right next to your table and you have less than a minute to grab your plate before they leave. Alright, the food here is OUTSTANDING! I'm Glad I stayed but they seriously need a better system for their reservation and seating charts. Might come back, not sure... read more
6 months ago
Space Cowboy is a fun, futuristic and sci-fi forward restaurant and bar on East 7th Street in Austin, TX. Your food and drinks are delivered by robot, i.e. spaceships. How cool is that? Being at Space Cowboy makes you feel like you are in fantastical, mythical world. The vibe is sci-fi like with these cool lighting fixtures...it looks like the convergence of chicken wire and Christmas lights. This would be a cool place to take someone visiting Austin for the first time. Menu features tapas like dishes. Space balls and inked seafood risotto were uniquely prepared...full of flavor and texture-forward. I would definitely bring back visitors to the restaurant if nothing more than to see the robots. read more
5 months ago
This place is a full vibe. I visited with a group of friends and loved the ambience. Beautifully space-inspired with dreamy lighting and cloud-like ceiling structures that really set the mood. I ordered the Venus Seduction, which was delicious, and their in-house crafted cocktail menu was impressive. We tried a variety of dishes including garlic fries, corn ribs, mushroom risotto, mezze platter and sliders. Everything was well-portioned and great for sharing. The risotto and Ube Panna Cotta were the highlights for me. Definitely a spot I'd visit again. read more
For the cosmic traveler at heart, with a foodie soul within! Listen! I enjoyed my time fully at Space Cowboy. Pictures don't do this place justice. It is so clean, mellow, and yet so full of cosmic wonder. It's decorated so nicely. Shout out to my robot waiter friend Kyle. My waitress was amazing and so helpful when figuring out when to order! I enjoyed mostly everything that I ate Corn rib - yum! I loved the extra spice. The corn was easy to eat and full of flavor in every single bite. Space balls- if you like ceviche, you would like this ! It was flavorful and the crunchy layer was perfect. Short rib and vanilla mashed potatoes.- The potatoes shocked me with the hint of vanilla, the balance was perfect. I loved my short ribs! Very juicy and flavoral protein for sure. This is a beautiful dish that's executed well. Alien blood drink - it had A very tropical vibe and wasn't too strong! The cotton candy was complimentary and I loved it. My dessert was a pear tart dessert with vanilla ice cream. It isn't on the menu. I didn't enjoy it. The crust on it was good. But it fell short for some reason. The vanilla ice cream was perfect! read more
25 days ago
Space Cowboy is such a fun little escape. The vibe is quirky, colorful, and effortlessly cool, making it perfect for drinks and catching up with friends. The cocktails were creative, the atmosphere was lively, and the whole place just feels very Austin in the best way. The service was 10/10 sad to see them close read more
I was in Austin recently for a bachelors party, and we gave this spot a go, and it was well worth it From the outside the place wasn't particularly flashy, but still modern. But as soon as you walked through the doors you are transported into this amazing nighttime desert scape restaurant. There are art installations everywhere that work so well together. The cacti, the clouds, and the color palette was so cool to experience. You will see self-delivery cars rolling seating head level around the restaurant delivering food, and I'll describe that more below There are plenty of seating options in the main dining area. None of the tables felt particularly crowded or overly close to other tables. The setting is so intimately lit (dessert night) that you really don't get the overall "noise" and distraction of the other tables, just yours and the decor The menu offers a variety of shareable, entrees, and other delicious dishes. There's also a drink menu to pursue their signature artisanal. Everything was incredible. The drinks were gorgeous and satiating. The meals were hearty and flavorful. We left happy and full The staff were great. They walked us through the menu, the restaurant concept, and they were very attentive and helpful The little self delivery teams were the main pull. Similar to sushi restaurants that have conveyor belts or robots delivering or offering food, this restaurant has these tracks that retro looking miniature train cars roll on. They pass by your table at eye level, they are fairly quiet, and it's fun to watch. When they stop at your table they will either have their little doors open or they will open. You will have like 5-10 seconds to take pictures and grab your drinks or appetizers and then the trams are off again Some tips: I would definitely recommend reservations for this spot I would definitely order a handful of shareable for the table. They are self delivered on the little trams, and it's exciting, they are delicious, and it's a great experience. I'd also consider order a handful of different entrees and potentially sharing them Try their signature drinks. We drink virtually all of them and there wasn't a bad one. Each one is beautiful and appetizing to look at, and having them delivered by the self driving little trams is so fun Cheers!! read more
2nd time here. Parking is slim but they do have a parking lot. Reservation recommended. Love the ambiance and service was great, I love the crudo. It's light, almost has a Thai flavor to it. Seafood risotto is another one of my favorites. The squid ink and the Parmesan cheese balance each other. The ribeye while a decent portion was very chewy and honestly we make better steaks at home from HEB. read more
8 months ago
I visited Space Cowboy during a work trip and was impressed as soon as I walked in. The decor is really cool and sets the tone for a fun night out. One of the most memorable parts was the little robots delivering food to the tables. They brought our drinks over and it made the whole experience feel playful. Of course we had to record it. Our group was pretty lively and our server was fantastic. They leaned into the energy of our table and really added to the night while still providing great service. For food, we ordered the stardust fries, seared beef fillet, and duck ravioli. The beef fillet was solid, but the duck ravioli was my favorite. The sauce was so creamy and delicious that I ended up dipping the beef in it too. We loved all the drinks we tried. I ordered the special, which tasted like a filtered piña colada and felt really unique. I also had the Smoke House, which was a solid mezcal margarita. To end the night, our server brought out cotton candy for the table which was such a fun touch. Overall this place made the night feel memorable and I would definitely recommend checking it out. read more
Space Cowboy is such a fun experience! Blend robots with fine dining and you have yourself a one of a kind spot. It's obvious that the little food and drink delivery robots are a super fun part of this, and they definitely are! However, our server was super great, chill, and relatable which helped our experience be really good. We had a table of 6 and made a reservation, I recommend doing so! They have an extensive cocktail menu, ranging from $15-$50, so whatever you're in the mood for at whatever level, they'll have something for you. As a martini drinker, I loved the 3 speciality martinis they had, and went with the olive oil. It was different but I liked it! I also had some Prosecco which is always a hit. We shared some apps, and my favorites were the torched crispy rice trip. The salmon was fantastic, I just wish the servings were a bit bigger for the price. I also had the beef filet for an entree. The vanilla mashed potatoes it came with had me intrigued, and they were really good! Not super sweet as I was expecting. The steak was cooked correctly which was good as well! They brought me out some cotton candy for my birthday (as big as my head) which was a nice touch. I'd definitely recommend checking it out! read more
9 months ago
Based on the reviews, it looks like I should've eaten in but, I wanted a steak + wanted to use my amex credit and Space Cowboy was on the list! I ordered the ribeye and it was cooked so well. oh it was exactly what I was craving after a long work day. There was an interesting fried potato log served with it which I enjoyed. The chimichurri wasn't anything special, good, but I ended up using my own that I have at home (I keep chimi on deck!) -- My food was hot and ready on time! I do like that this place has a designed parking spot in busy east austin but it's odd that you have to pay for it... delicious mid-week meal perfect after a long, rainy, workday. read more
Such a cool experience and not overhyped at all! We loved our meal and 100% would come back again for drinks & appetizers. Our (human) server was lovely and our robot servers were of course super fun. They really nailed the decor as a whole. They have an extensive cocktail menu - I LOVED my Alien Blood drink, my friends got the Lady in the Veil, Olive Oil Martini and Life Water, we all enjoyed. The highlights food wise were definitely the appetizers. We enjoyed the Stardust Fries, Hummus & Corn Ribs, and Shishito Peppers. We also shared the mushroom rissotto which was great, and then the cauliflower but felt it was a bit undercooked. Awesome drinks & appetizers and loved the vibe! read more
11 months ago
Friday night, party of six for a birthday celebration. Parking is a bit of a challenge so be prepared to spend a little time looking for a space either at the restaurant or around at different businesses. Or just Uber there. We had a reservation but still had to wait a few minutes, No big deal. I will say that this restaurant has been on my radar ever since it opened and I was really looking forward to the dining experience with friends. I ordered a glass of wine and was a little shocked how small the pour was for the cost. You are definitely better off ordering a mixed drink for the prices. Another thing to consider is that the meal portions are small. It's better to purchase several appetizers and/or mains and or sides like they are tapas. Our server was super friendly and helpful. He made the experience so great. While I wasn't that impressed with the food I was super impressed with the service. The cocktails were really good too! I would definitely return but I would order my drinks and food differently. read more
Truly one of the coolest restaurants I have ever been to. One of my favorite things about ATX restaurants is that you can have great food in a beautiful ambiance; it's not one or the other. Space Cowboy is a great example of that. The scenery is exactly as the name insinuates: intergalactic dessert, cowboy vibes. Unique and beautiful. The food did not take long to come out ... maybe because it came on a space ship :) I thought that was impressive because with the set up, I could see it actually being more of a wait, so I was particularly impressed. The food. Very tasty. ESPECIALLY the broccolini. Some of the best I've had. I would go back just for that! The Texas Ribeye was good in flavor, but some parts could have been more tender and overall more warm with heat. I look forward to going back! read more
We came to Space Cowboy to celebrate our anniversary and had a great time. There was plenty of parking, most likely because we visited on a Sunday night. I loved the futuristic desert theme, and the capsule delivery system was such a fun and unique touch. Our server, Michael, was friendly, knowledgeable, and gave great recommendations. We ordered the Space Balls, Stardust Fries, Texas Ribeye, Duck Ravioli, and the Ube Foam Panna Cotta. Everything was delicious, with the Space Balls and steak standing out. The steak melted in my mouth, and the salmon and tuna in the Space Balls were super fresh. The panna cotta was full of flavor, and they even gave cotton candy as a fun anniversary treat! Drinks were great overall. But the Aztec Old Fashioned was extremely smoky, definitely an acquired taste. This place has been on our list for some time now, and we're glad we spent our anniversary there! read more
4 months ago
Overall, good experience and good food. Short rib: okay, was tender but not very flavorful. Too bland. Crispy rice trio: delicious! One of the best things we tried. Hummus: delicious! Full of flavor and unique. Not ordinary hummus Ribeye sliders: would definitely get again. Tender meat and not too small. Octopus: okay, but very little of it and a little rubbery. Service was excellent! The spaceship trolly delivery was a hit with my daughter. Ambiance is nice but a little too dark. read more
10 months ago
This place is so aesthetically pleasing, I'm obsessed with the whole space-hipster-robot vibe. We ordered the crispy rice, corn ribs, short ribs, and the matcha dessert, and honestly, everything was super tasty and really well balanced. Cocktails? Dangerously good. Now for the plot twist: the server. Took his sweet time taking our order, then vanished into the galaxy when it came to checking in. For a full Space Cowboy experience, I'd love either an iPad ordering system or, at minimum, friendlier cowboys read more
Nestled in a stretch of good restaurants on E 7th St, Space Cowboy has made its mark as a high-concept place to enjoy good service, great food, and have FUN. That's why we chose it as a surprise birthday destination. Make note that the place is windowless and how they've actually used that to good advantage with the decor. The whole robots-deliver-your-drinks-and-food thing is a gimmick, but it's a really well-executed one, the track being built into the design of the dining space rather than impeding foot traffic. Arissa was a fabulous waiter, entertaining and congenial and informative. There are three small-portion menus (Crudo, Small Plates, Harvest) and one list of mains, and we went the route of each of us ordering one of the small-portion dishes to share at table, and then each a main. My short-rib main was unbelievably tender and satisfying. Everyone should try the spaceballs and corn ribs small plates. My only suggestion is that a lot of the small plates are meant to be picked up with fingers, so extra napkins would be nice. My panna cotta dessert was a work of art. And of course the house cocktails are wonderful. Go with an improv theater "Yes and" attitude and you'll have a great time. read more
I set up a group of 8 for some coworkers and we all left really happy after some amazing food and service. Bonus points for the delivery system... the only non-sushi place I've ever seen with this kind of service. Oh.. and the food was great. I had the smoked chicken which was perfectly done. read more
1 year ago
Space Cowboy simply *kicks ass*. The cocktails are incredibly well-crafted--balanced, creative, and fun as hell. The food? Absolutely delightful. Every dish feels like edible artwork that leaves your mouth watering and your taste buds very, very happy. If you're in the Austin area, this spot is a guaranteed quality experience. The service team is top-notch, and the robot servers delivering drinks make the whole thing even more memorable and downright cool. An all-around fantastic time. Highly recommended. read more
6 months ago
This restaurant is just about perfect for every occasion. Date night, GNO or out with the fam. Very cool ambiance and vibe. Service was just outstanding! The food came out very quickly. We thoroughly enjoyed the drinks and the meal. Our fav dish of the night was definitely the duck ravioli. Sauce was especially delicious and it came with a side of focaccia to soak up the remaining sauce to enjoy. Everything was so well thought out, even down to the cowboy server who gave us complimentary cotton candy. A few bites were a bit over seasoned and our two desserts tasted almost the same but other than that, i have no complaints. I will definitely be recommending this place! read more
This is a really neat place to go to for an experience! The robot trains are so smooth! I was amazed that they could deliver drinks without spilling. We ordered and loved the corn ribs with hummus, space balls (definitely get those!), mushroom risotto and the truffle fries. The burrata was good but not great - I'd probably skip it next time as it wasn't super flavorful. And as a bonus, the decor is fun and makes for great pictures. read more
As an Asian I'm indifferent when it comes to fusion but I feel like Space Cowboy does it well. The aesthetic of the restaurant is very modern with lots of lights and cactus. The highlight of course would be the spaceships on a train track that delivers the drinks and food. I recommend the space balls and the short rib! The service was prompt and very on par with recommending what was good. read more
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