Give this place a try the food is EXCELLENT!!! Best skirt steak I've ever had. Flavorful,…read moreenormously tender and cooked a perfect medium. I had the chilaquiles with skirt steak. You just won't get any better than this anywhere in town. Everything was cooked perfectly and they hit flavortown with that meat!!! The atmosphere is beautiful and in good weather sit outside overlooking quarry lake. We went for Sunday brunch and I sure hope this restaurant makes it because the excellent service and high quality of food with fair pricing makes this place a gem I'll continue to support.

We had a nice stop here after our visit to Costco. There was plenty of free parking outside, which…read morewas really convenient. When we walked in, we were greeted by beautiful decor, though it seemed quite busy, so there weren't many staff members at the front to welcome us. The restaurant had a couple of other guests, but it did take a little while for someone to come over and help us find a seat. Stuart enjoyed his chicken fajitas--they loved them! I chose the fresh burrito to avoid simple carbs. The food was a bit mild in flavor, so I asked for salsa. They have a delicious homemade habanero salsa that's bursting with flavor, and I especially appreciated that it wasn't smoky. That salsa alone earns five stars from me! Aside from that, it was a little challenging to get someone's attention for the check and water, but overall, it was a pleasant experience.

Ole Buddy of mine invited me to breakfast at Phoebe's. (We joked it felt like south Dallas to get…read morethere from the Southside, however man was I impressed) Service was outstanding, coffee nor water ever ran dry and didn't rush us to turn the table. The "bad a%% bacon and eggs was on point and even had sower dough toast! Extremely relaxed atmosphere, incredibly clean, and they actually even had joke books on table. Highly recommend!

Popped in here based on reviews. First impression was of the hostess. Eek! She sat us, and it…read morewas in a section that was subzero. We asked to be moved and she told us that there was nothing open (well over half the tables were empty). So when my husband questioned it, she said, well it's going to mess up our wait staff for who is next available so no. Wow! I was pretty floored by that. The waitress was very friendly and tried to help by turning the fans off (again, we were the only people in this room), and within 5 minutes someone turned they back on. For food, I had the brisket sandwich which was VERY strong vinegar taste. Wasn't a fan. The tater tots were awesome though! My daughter had the Caesar wrap, and said it was almost all Arugula and no sauce or chicken. Fast forward to why they got 3 stars... the burger. It was great. Well worth the visit. Save yourself some trauma and just order that!

We finally made it to Hissy Fit, and I'm still dreaming about it. Every single bite was perfection…read more Let's start with the biscuits--hands down the best I've ever had in Austin (and honestly, anywhere in Texas). Flaky, buttery clouds of joy. The house-made blueberry preserves? Unreal. The local honey and butter? I could have eaten them with a spoon. My mouth is literally watering just thinking about it. Then came the cinnamon roll--crispy, golden edges with that gooey center that makes you involuntarily close your eyes and do a little happy food dance. We also shared The Old Fashioned biscuit sandwich, featuring house-made sausage that was so good it made us question all other sausage. Naturally, we had to "research" the bacon too--perfectly cooked, smoky, and absolutely worth it. We sat out on the porch with my pup, Lily, who was treated like royalty (fresh bowl of water and plenty of adoring attention). She gives the bacon two paws up! The staff? Absolute gems--Mark & Marie were warm, welcoming, and genuinely happy to have us there. It felt more like breakfast at your favorite relative's house than a restaurant visit. We can't wait to go back and eat our way through the rest of the menu. Hissy Fit, you've officially ruined us for all other breakfast spots.

This is a goodbye review to Hissy Fit, as I just found out that they closed. I tried their bear…read moreclaw and their famous buttermilk biscuits, and both were good! The bear claw is an almond pastry in the shape of a claw. It was sweet and strong in almond flavor, which is a good pairing with their lattes. The biscuit sandwich featured their famous biscuits and was really nice and buttery. Both items were quite filling for breakfast. I hope they are able to reopen somewhere else!

Really enjoyed the food here! Everything came out fresh and the portions were generous. The crispy…read morechicken was especially good crunchy on the outside, juicy inside, and full of flavor. The atmosphere was relaxed and the service was attentive without feeling rushed. Definitely a spot I'd visit again ​

Great choices, reliable packaging, consistently tasty. I've never dined in but takeout never…read moredisappoints. Leeza Cherokee USMC Vet Owner of Homegrown Knitting Co on Etsy

Great menu and food, cozy venue (with indoor and patio seating), efficient server with experience,…read moreand reasonable prices for Austin. Had not been to this restaurant in a good while, and was a last minute decision. Good choice. The whipped feta is always a treat -- light and creamy with a solid feta taste, but not overpowering, served with a few orange slices and thinly sliced almonds, and pita. Special dish! Beet salad excellent, but the Fresno peppers had way too much heat, so pushed them to side. My wife had the Moroccan curry, which had a very spot on Moroccan flavor (been there 3x), and was a large, filling portion so brought home leftovers. I had the grilled pork chop which was large, perfectly grill with a tasty bourbon-based glaze, served with a large roasted garlic clove. Wonderful dish. My wife had a white wine that she enjoyed and my martini, slightly dirty with olives (to start) was a large pour and very smooth. Enjoyable meal in a nice setting once again ...

My brother was visiting from San Antonio, TX. We were tooling around Austin playing tourist and…read morethen landed at District Kitchen for lunch. This place is so intoxicating from the aqua blue color palate and funky green art work to the alluring lighting and huge metal plate (looks like something from a ship...also their logo). My brother said the green artwork looked like broccoli. My brother ordered the Idaho trout with coconut rice and Brussel sprouts. I sampled his food and it was all good. The standout was the Brussel sprouts...crispy with this absolutely delicious drizzle. I ordered the Mezze plate with a flavor explosion and many desirable texture. It had lamb kabobs, fresh salad (emphasis on fresh) with thinly sliced cucumbers, finely sliced onions and creamy feta (never had creamy feta), red round sweet peppers, hummus with the most delightful pesto like sauce, and olives. Oh my...what a delicious lunch! Morgan, our server, was attentive and accomodating. She moved us to another table when we notice our table was rocking a little. Great catching up with my brother and excellent meal!

Tyler was very attentive and amazing. We loveeeed him and he was just a very amazing and…read moreaccommodating server. It was a big group of us so I'm glad that we had him as our server.!!

Tyler did amazing, food was impeccable, loved the service I will be coming back soon!read more

We celebrated my husband's surprise 60th birthday at Culinary Dropout on Saturday, September 19,…read morewith a party of about 25 people, and it was absolutely wonderful! From the very beginning, I worked with Tra, the event coordinator. He did an amazing job and was incredibly patient with me because I can be a little picky and indecisive! He listened to what I wanted, answered all my questions, and always guided me in the right direction. Everything came together beautifully. Heaven was the lead on the day of the party, and she was fantastic--warm, helpful, and always making sure everything ran smoothly. Everyone we encountered was so kind and welcoming. Cale was our server, and he truly went above and beyond. We kept him very busy with a party of 25, but he handled it all with a great attitude. He was hardworking, personable, and just an incredibly nice guy. The food and drinks were amazing. I only wish I had been able to eat more myself, but all of our guests raved about everything! Most importantly, my husband was genuinely surprised, and everyone had a wonderful time. Catarina, the general manager, followed up with me afterward to make sure I was happy with the service and how everything went. She was amazing as well, and I truly appreciated her taking the time to personally check in with me. The atmosphere was fun and lively, and the entire event was exactly what I had hoped for. I highly recommend Culinary Dropout for a private event--especially working with Tra, Heaven, Cale, and Catarina. We will definitely be back, although next time it may just be for a relaxed afternoon to watch a game, enjoy the food and drinks, take in the great atmosphere, and give Tra, Heaven, and Cale a much-needed break from my party-planning craziness! Thank you all again from the bottom of my heart for making my husband's 60th birthday so special.

Culinary Dropout at The Domain in Austin has good food and a fun, casual atmosphere. We like…read moresitting in the covered outdoor section to people watch and enjoy the open space. The service and our waitress were great throughout our meal. The food was delicious across the board, though nothing awe-inspiring. We had the ribs, fried chicken, and fish and chips, and every dish was satisfying and well-prepared. Kind of the ilk of Lazy Dog I'd tire familiar. If you are looking for a lively patio, great service, and good comfort food while hanging out in The Domain, Culinary Dropout is a fun spot to spend an afternoon.

Perfect Birthday Celebration at Roaring Fork!…read more On Sunday I celebrated my birthday at Roaring Fork with my family, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The food was outstanding, and the view overlooking the quarry made the evening even more special. One of our favorite perks was that Happy Hour is available all day on Sundays. We started with a traditional margarita, a mango margarita, and a few mocktails, all of which were excellent. For appetizers, we shared the shrimp cocktail, fresh guacamole, and chicken flatbread. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and a great way to begin the meal. For our entrées, I ordered the cedar-planked salmon with miso soy glaze, and it was absolutely delicious. The salmon was perfectly cooked and practically melted in my mouth. My partner enjoyed the same dish and loved it as well. My youngest daughter ordered the New York strip steak with mashed potatoes, her boyfriend chose the ribeye steak with French fries (they definitely have expensive taste!), and my other daughter had the grilled rainbow trout. Every dish was beautifully prepared and thoroughly enjoyed. The red wine paired perfectly with our meal, and the staff graciously allowed us to bring a birthday cake, which made the celebration even more memorable. Between the exceptional food, beautiful atmosphere, great drinks, and attentive service, it was the perfect birthday celebration. I highly recommend Roaring Fork for a special occasion or a relaxing Sunday meal with family and friends.

More and more, going out to eat in the U.S. has been a disappointing, underwhelming experience. I…read moreunderstand that time is money and that waiters and waitresses are working for their tips, but it truly sucks that it has become so difficult to actually enjoy your time in a restaurant, to just sit and relax without feeling this underlying rush. It's something that seems perfectly possible in pretty much every other country but the U.S. The moment you sit down, the waiter asks what they can get for you. They handed you the menu three seconds ago. There was absolutely no time to glance through it, evaluate your options, or discuss them with whoever you're sharing the table with. This happened at Roaring Fork, but it also happens 95% of the time I go out to dinner. Then the food comes, you eat, say no to dessert, and voilà: the check is waiting for you! Again, you can't just sit back and relax, take your time deciding whether you want dessert, maybe order a coffee or another drink. They want you out of there ASAP, and somehow you're still expected to tip 20%, which is ludicrous, but this is another conversation. Now, specifically regarding Roaring Fork, I do wonder what actually constitutes a "fancy" place. What is it? The view of the lake isn't exactly impressive. The inside is cute. Does having a cute interior make a place fancy, is that it? Or is it the high-priced menu? There's no bread offered at the table, nothing particularly special. I am genuinely lost when it comes to what makes a place "nice" these days.

Honest Mary's is a healthy, delicious restaurant offering a wide selection of options. In addition…read moreto their suggested pre-made salads, you can build your own with a choice of base, protein and toppings. They offer different flavors of aqua Fresca and teas as well as canned drinks. There is seating inside, as well as outside when the weather is nice. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the line moves quickly. They offer pick-up service as well if you are interested in ordering in advance and taking it to go.

Honest Mary's is a great fast casual spot to grab a wholesome and customizable lunch or dinner but…read moreyou pay a little bit of a premium for the fresh ingredients and the portion size isn't massive. FAST FACTS: * Parking - located in a shopping center with a large parking lot * Online ordering - available for pickup or delivery on their website * Nutrition information - available on their website * Rewards program - join for free and earn points to redeem for rewards like free food, merch, discounts, etc. PRICING - The total was $22.47 after tax ($1.72) and a $4 discount from the rewards program but before tip for a za'atar spring bowl ($10.25) with an extra topping ($1.25) and a build your own honey mustard chicken bowl ($13.25). I think the pricing is reasonable for the quality of ingredients and but a little steep for the portion size. ORDERING - Place an order online for pick up or walk up to the counter to order a signature bowl or build your own bowl. You pick a protein (prices vary), choose a base, choose 2 market sides and 2 toppings, and choose a sauce. You can pay extra to add more of any of the offerings. PROTEINS - grilled chicken, honey mustard chicken, grilled steak, garlic pepper steak, fresh poke, and baked tofu. BASES - basmati rice, black forbidden rice, tricolored quinoa, organic spinach, wild arugula, wild rice, tender kale MARKET SIDES - roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, charred broccoli with sesame, curry roasted cauliflower, roasted beets, sweet corn, baby portobello mushrooms, roasted Brussels sprouts, french green lentils, and seasonal offerings TOPPINGS - pickled onions, toasted pumpkin seeds, edamame, cucumber salad, crumbled feta, avocado, jalapeños, asian slaw, goat cheese, toasted pecans, herb blend, crispy chickpeas, apples and seasonal offerings SAUCES - sesame vinaigrette, creamy poblano, cashew lime cream, lemon garlic, apple cider vinaigrette, chimichurri, spicy chili pequin The food is all fresh and tastes delicious but I feel like the amount you get for each ingredient just isn't much for the cost. It can be hard to find nutrition information for a lot of restaurants so I absolutely love that they have it available online. Honest Mary's is a great choice when you want a healthy and customizable bowl but go into it knowing that you don't get a ton of food for the price.

I love tres leches, so I couldn't wait to try the tres leches French toast. It was good, but I was…read morehoping for more of that rich, milky tres leches flavor. The chicken sausage was very good, and I also really enjoyed the caramel latte. Jess was my waitress, and she was very attentive throughout my visit. I'll definitely be back because I have my eye on the crab cake benedict next!

The atmosphere was nice, but the food was pretty disappointing overall. The huevos rancheros looked…read moregreat on the plate, but there was way more effort put into the presentation than the actual flavor. I'm still not really sure what the dark red sauce was supposed to be--it was sweet and just didn't work with the dish for me. The steak and eggs were decent, although the steak could've used a little more seasoning and flavor. Nothing was terrible, but the huevos rancheros were definitely the letdown. I also didn't realize the restaurant was inside a hotel. That explains the atmosphere, but it also makes it feel more like a place you'd eat at if you were already staying there rather than somewhere I'd specifically go out of my way to visit for breakfast. Standard service nothing over the top.