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    Strut & Dorothy

    4.7 (19 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Gumbo ya-ya
    Misty M.

    I was drawn to this place by the picture of the shrimp po boy when you first click on their photos. It tastes better than it looks! They also make their own Cajun tartar sauce which is amazing. We ordered the gumbo and bbq shrimp with sausage as well, both orders were delicious. I've had some pretty bad gumbo in Austin and this really makes up for it! Very happy with our food. Service was friendly and didn't wait long for our food. Very cute and well lit place. Highly recommend. Can't wait to go back .

    In the food truck area, at the Armadillo Den, due north of the bar.
    Antonio M.

    *LOVE* this li'l food truck, at the Armadillo Den! Went with the 'gator po' boy, 'cause I wanted to go all-out, on first try, after seein' what they had, on-menu. Also, Ray and Kaylie, with their warmth, were convincing enough. Decided, I'd try the cajun truffle fries, as well. See all of the above. Pardon, ain't got pics o' the food, 'cause it was gone, by the time I thought t'take any. Slàinte!

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    Gumbo for the win onion rings were super seasoned, might ask for less next time Will be back!

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    the wings were nothing short from amazing dare I say better then pluckers the customer service was amazing and the energy here is top tier

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    Great wings - have not disappointed yet! One of the best food trucks that has parked at armadillo den so far.

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    one of the best trucks at the armadillo den, great customer service and even better food!

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    If you are looking for great Cajun and southern food, Strut & Dorothy is killing it over at Armadillo Den in South Austin.

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    Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Austin

    Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken - Austin

    4.3
    (3.5k reviews)
    8.2 mi
    $$

    PRO TIP: If you're ordering for take-out, call the restaurant directly to place your order! When I…read morewent to go pick up my order, the cashier was graciously enough to inform me that their website is powered through DoorDash so if you order online, all the prices are unfortunately higher than their menu...so unfortunate to hear :( As for the food, I ordered the 3 Piece White Meat Chicken Plate, which came with 2 chicken breasts and 1 wing (they surprisingly give the full wing), and it comes with toast, baked beans, and cole slaw be default. You can exchange the default sides for some other options for a little extra charge. It was wonderful to see how generous the portion sizes were, including the sides! The chicken was perfectly friend and breaded in my opinion while keeping the white meat tender -- it was still like that even after I put the leftovers in the air fryer the next day. The baked beans were very flavorful and the sweetness complimented the savory chicken well. The cheer on top moment was the fact that the chicken was seasoned with a spicy seasoning so there was a bit of a subtle spicy aftertaste in each bite! I'll definitely be back again! :)

    Dry chicken is already a rough start, but when the place builds its entire identity around fried…read morechicken, it becomes the whole story. The chicken we had was dry enough that the crust felt like the only source of moisture. Flavor-wise, it never really arrived -- just basic chicken, none of that deep, savory, robust profile you expect from a place that claims world‑famous status. It wasn't offensive, just forgettable, which is almost worse for a fried‑chicken joint. Service was fine -- not warm, not cold, just functional. But being out of sweet tea, a southern staple and practically part of the cultural contract of fried chicken, didn't help the mood. And honestly, even if they'd had it, the chicken wasn't good enough for sweet tea to save the experience. Overall, Gus's felt like a place coasting on reputation rather than execution. Dry chicken, muted flavor, and missing sweet tea make it hard to justify a return visit.

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    2 PC special with baked beans, greens, fried green tomatoes and mac & cheese
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    Salty Sow

    Salty Sow

    4.3
    (3.4k reviews)
    10.0 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    14 years in business

    Salty Sow is one of the best options in Austin for a casual but DELICIOUS dinner that's extremely…read moreaffordable for the portion size and food quality! NOTES: - Reservations: available through OpenTable - Parking: free lot next to the building - Online ordering: available on their website through ChowNow for pickup - Happy hour: every day from 4:00 to 6:00 pm - Daily specials updated on their website THE HIGHS: - Hostess and server (Omar) were extremely welcoming and friendly - Container of water on the table so you can refill as needed - Food came out quickly after ordering - Fantastic portion sizes for the price THE LOWS: - Reservation didn't specify inside or outside and it was hot in the patio area THE PRICE: Very reasonable for the portion size and quality of food - All butter biscuits ($7.50) - Whipped cow's milk ricotta ($15.00) - Housemade pastrami sandwich ($22.00 each) - Cheese grits (menu said $8 but were charged $7) The total was $79.56 after tax ($6.06) but before tip. BEST BITES: - Pastrami sandwich (one of the BEST pastrami sandwiches I've ever had... packed with meat, bread is toasted well, and the fries are super crispy) - Biscuits (crispy outside, soft inside, and lots of layers... the molasses chili butter is sweet and melts into the biscuits) THE VERDICT: I had visited Salty Sow 4 years ago but hadn't been back just because there are SO many great places to eat in Austin. After coming back, I think Salty Sow is incredibly underrated and slept on... I already can't wait to visit again and will definitely recommend it to others!

    Got the deviled eggs and duck fat fries during happy hour and it was a super great meal for the…read moreprice. The deviled eggs were rich and flavorful, and the duck fat fries were crispy, salty, and really easy to keep eating. The place has a nice, elegant aesthetic without feeling too stuffy, so it still feels comfortable for a casual happy hour. Service was great too, super friendly and smooth the whole time. Great food, great service, and great vibes.

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    Colleen's Kitchen

    Colleen's Kitchen

    4.0
    (704 reviews)
    11.4 mi
    $$

    THE BIG: Southern kitchen fare in the heart of Mueller. Indoor and outdoor seating however we see…read moremost people eating indoors due to the heat. Street or garage parking available. THE BLACK AND WHITE: Came here with the wife, baby and in-laws for a morning brunch session before hitting up the Mueller Farmers Market. Definitely get a reservation here because the place was packed. For food, we got an assortment starting with the buttermilk biscuits. Which I highly recommend. For the mains, I got the buttermilk fried chicken and waffles, which was good but lacked something (maybe some heat or salt). The other dieshes we got were the shrimp and grits, southern crab cake benny, and the southern breakfast. All were actually very good. THE FINAL BAMBOO: Overall the damage done here was around $110 for 4 entrees and a biscuit. The biscuit is definitely a must get and try.

    The restaurant was on Open Table so I was able to make a reservation the day before which made the…read morevisit great! Jordan our server did a get at job in showing us around the menu. We had the buttermilk biscuits and dates wrapped in bacon as appetizers they were delicious. For entrees ordered steak and eggs, and the half order of shrimp and grits bowls were also outstanding with our Hugo spritz drink. The restaurant was definitely wheelchair accessible and I was able to fit underneath the table comfortably a huge plus I highly suggest going to this restaurant. The ambience was definitely great.

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