Was craving some Cajun boil seafood and this place didn't disappoint. Located in a food truck lot,…read morewe ordered the dinner krab dinner. Include: (2) krab clusters, (10) shrimp, sausage, corn, egg, and potatoes. Ordered it "suicide" style which basically means all of the sauces/flavors together. Places great. Food cost was ~$45. Arrived around 2:00pm on a Saturday and food came out in like 7 minutes. Didn't skimp on spices and butter. Plenty of to fill two people up for lunch and leave the room to be able to try things either within the same food truck lot or somewhere else. We elected to grab coffee else where. The guy working was super friendly and helpful. Even took the trash bag to throw away the shells for us. We didn't ask but the one critique is to include crackers apart of the orders or simply pre crack the claws before you hand out the bag. Got creative with breaking the harder shells. Other than that, food was great, will be back if we come back to Austin.

Seconding what someone else said about them making it more obvious they're open! There was another…read moretruck in the park closed and I was worried they are too because it's tucked into a corner and there aren't lights or anything, but I LOVE seafood so I got closer to check and saw the paper open sign in the window. The man cooking is incredibly sweet and came in clutch when I forgot to order seasoning. I was visiting from a region known for crab/seafood boils and was not disappointed! Crab tends to turn to shreds when it's overboiled, and I was EASILY pulling out nice, intact pieces from the shell, so no worries about that here. If you're in the area, definitely approach the truck even if it looks closed--worth it to double check!

I was pleasantly surprised Este offers a Sunday happy hour- $10 margaritas, $8 fish tacos, $15 off…read moretheir seafood platter, $25 off their seafood tower, dollars off their cevichite. The tropical margarita is refreshing and deceptively strong! The seafood platter felt like a splurge for me since I'm not a huge fan of raw oysters and found that I much prefer baked oysters. The fish dip that it came with was good with their packaged buttery crackers, but it also paired nicely with their homemade tortilla chips. I love their house made sauces! They were the right amount of spicy and not too tangy. I liked mixing the green sauce with the orange sauce too. The cevichite was limey and fresh. Loved it with the tortillas and the pieces of avocado. I really enjoyed the crispy battered fish taco that came with thinly cut slaw. The wagyu taco was even better- it melted in my mouth! Probably our favorite item of the night and if we could change our order- it would be just ordering a bunch of those two tacos. The servers favorite dessert was chocoflan cake so we ordered that. It was decadent and filling. We probably should have just ordered one dessert to share but was curious to try the cinnamon candied pecan cake. We both agreed that was better than the chocolate one! Not too sweet and great variety of texture.

If you came up to me and told me you were going to give me a taco and charge me $15 for it, I'd…read morewant it to be exactly what the Catchetada taco was. It was one of those moments were you kinda take a couple of bites, take it in...gently nod your head a couple of times, and softly say to yourself, "yep, yep, that's it". The other taco that made me feel like that was also a ribeye taco at La Buena Barra in MTY, MX. It's one of those things that changes your mood, your emotional state etc. It really was that good. Now that we have that out of the way, how was the other food? Excellent! We have four dishes and I'd would rank them: 1) catchetada 2) (tied) cochinita pibil & ceviche 4) fish tacos Both the cochinita pibil and ceviche were excellent - loved how the meat was wrapped in a banana leaf. The ceviche tasted so fresh with such interesting flavors to it. Similar to Suerte (which I loved) the tortillas are great. The 4th ranked fish tacos were fine, but didn't stand out that much ( and yes, i know, this probably isn't the joint for fish tacos) The space, both inside and out, was beautiful, the service is attentive and friendly (incl. hostess & servers), good drinks. Lastly, I have to say the value - what you get for the price ($15 taco notwithstanding) is some of the best in ATX! Este is one i can't wait to return to and would recommend and bring family / friends visiting. Can't wait to come back and try many other things as this is now one of my favorite restaurants

Pro tip: Happy Hours from 5-6 PM, chips and salsitas (multiple house made salsas) and drink…read morespecials. Chef knows what he's doing here. You're coming here for the fresh ingredients that come straight from the open garden, and the nixtamalized heirloom corn tortillas and creations. A la carte tacos and tostadas are what you'll enjoy most and easiest, but there's also the opportunity to plan for a reservation-only "masa omakase" tasting menu. Looking forward to checking that out in the future!! The star of the evening was the masa custard dessert. Wow. I've never tried something like this before and the pairing between textures and other flavors (caramel, cacao nibs, creme Fraiche)...literally melted in my mouth with each bite. Be adventurous and give it a try!! Added plus? Relaxing bathroom with such a cool vibe (including music) Donation fridges for the community!

I stopped into Nextia Taqueria to kill some time before going to an event in Austin. Literally just…read morea drive-by and "ooh that looks cool - Let me stop and check it out " situation. Little did I know that this dining experience would be one of the best I've ever had - comparable to NYC and Santa Fe. Ambiance was quiet and peaceful inside; outside seemed a bit more East Austin typical. Service was top notch. Suggestions for ordering, menu explanations, and informative explanation of their tortilla process was given to me by the gentleman who sat me. Not rushed with a "I gotta do this" tone. I could tell that he really loved being and working there. The food and drinks were absolutely amazing. I got an appetizer that was on their daily tastings, and two tacos off of the regular menu. The chef brought out all of my food and explained to me how each one was made and what ingredients were in each dish. I'm not sure how much I comprehended because what I was seeing with my eyes was so totally stunning. I was distracted. Beautiful! My eyes did not deceive me as the taste of the food was just as exceptional. I cannot wait to have another special event that I must attend in Austin so I can go back to Nixta Taqueria. It wasn't until I got home and looked up the restaurant that I found all of it's allocates. This was a great lesson to me that I should stop at places just as I'm driving by.

Wish I had a picture to show you palatable meal but trust me when I say their food is always hot,…read morefresh and delicious. Ohhhhh and that catfish is just diabolical. I don't even like the taste of catfish but it was very tasty. P.S. The sides are so generous they could easily feed 2-3 people. I'm just saying. Look, don't just take my word for it, go see it for yourself. Peac

If you're going for catfish, don't bother. It's swai...or something else. The coleslaw was…read morebland. Wings were alright. The fries were good, though.

I came here for happy hour and the food was absolutely delicious. I ordered their oysters, shishito…read morepeppers, crab fingers, shrimp, poke tuna tacos, and lobster pasta. They all qualified for the happy hour except for the lobster pasta. Everything tasted amazing. I enjoyed the crab fingers the most because it was flavorful and left me wanting more. The oysters were so good as were the fried shrimp. The lobster pasta was also a highlight of my meal because it had chunks of lobster meat. The restaurant was surprisingly large. It doesn't look much from the outside but when you walk in, you immediately see how spacious the dining space is. There are large couches and tables. Staff is friendly and service is quick. Parking can be challenging to find since you'd need to park on streets.

Mongers had been on my list for a while, and I finally got to pop in for a quick lunch. My…read moreexperience was a bit hit or miss. The tuna poke bowl ended up being a solid choice. I added an egg, and it made for a healthy, delicious, and satisfying lunch. My husband, however, ordered the gumbo, and that dish was unfortunately disappointing. It was watery, very salty, and came with barely any rice, so we ended up with a lot of salty stew left over. There also wasn't much crab or shrimp, and the seafood we did find was tough and overcooked. Based on other reviews, I can see why Mongers may still be worth another visit if you stick strictly to their seafood-focused dishes. But based on this experience, it felt a little too much like a gamble, so I'm not sure I'd personally rush back.

10 out of 10 !!! Every body needs to try to this place asap ! Mama puts her whole foot and heart…read moreinto this food ! Amazing and quick service and a beautiful display of love!

This food truck is amazing. You can taste the "soul" in every bite. This is the type of food I feel…read morelike I would eat at family gathering from My family in Louisiana. You can really taste the love that went into all this food. This is a food truck right across from HEB mueller in that swimming pool parking lot. She's only open on the weekends and her food can be ordered on DoorDash but she has more menu items in person than on DoorDash. I online ordered and picked up 3 different orders. 2 of them were not ready and she had me wait in my car and she brought them out to me so I didn't melt in the heat. Now the important stuff the menu... Ok who knew you could fry ribs?!?! They were on point. 4 to an order. Ribs were still moist, the batter had a crunch, and the meat fell off the bone. The dirty rice was the best dirty rice I've ever eaten. It was loaded up with seafood The smothered pork chops were 2 to an order and 2 sides served on a bed of white rice. Also very moist and great flavor, the Mac n cheese was not runny which I personally hate when it's just a runny mess, the fried cabbage also had a great flavor and it was still crunchy. The jerk chicken had great flavor but it was ordered as mild (not by me) and it definitely needed the heat/spice,the jumbalaya side was also tasty We also got the hot Cheetos boudin balls (I forgot to take a picture) they were huge and not spicy at first bite the heat sneaks up on you. The strawberry crunch cake was a big slice and reminded me of strawberry cake doughnut but that banana pudding was also probably the best banana pudding I've ever eaten. I felt all the portions were huge and prices were fair. This definitely not a food truck to sleep on. I've been told she makes great oxtails but they sell out fast.

Family of 5 had Father's Day dinner there today, oysters were small, fried oysters were small,…read morefried catfish was overcooked, no deviation in menu options. Very disappointed. Prices were too high especially with no options to substitute. Menu needs an overhaul immediately. Should be able to build your own basket. Waitress blurted out the bill amount in front of everyone which was inappropriate. Good things to mention if ordering one specific item like Shrimp Basket it was fried okay. No grilled options. Patio needs a good cleaning. Hope this helps. $$$ needs improvement ‍

My list of places to try in Austin is a never-ending backlog. About a year ago, I had a friend…read morerecommend Lil' Easy for dinner. Since it was this new and poppin' restaurant on East Cesar Chavez from the team behind De Nada, we had over an hour wait that we didn't take up. Its vibe intrigued me, and I think Cajun food is top five like Tatum with a cut. I decided to prepare only slightly this time. While getting dinner with a friend, we were discussing places when I suggested Lil' Easy. I threw a reservation down for an hour later at one of their numerous dining options. Upon arrival, parking at that little strip of restaurants on East Cesar Chavez is a bit treacherous. If you're not afraid of getting your steps in at 6 pm on a Friday, don't sweat it. Anyone else, good luck. There are a lot of different seating arrangements at Lil' Easy: the true outdoor patio with fans and umbrellas, the climate-controlled outdoor space that still brings the sun while still pumping A/C, and the traditional indoor space. Plenty of seating. The entire place was decorated with Mardi Gras beads and colors. Off the rip, we had to set the tone: I ordered a Pimm's Cup while my friend got some secret frozen swirl. We had to throw down an order of the Crawfish Queso as well. The food and drinks were served so quickly, we questioned if it was ours. The queso was De Nada's signature queso with Crawfish Étouffée mixed in. There are no tortilla chips on the side, but instead toasted bread. It's kinda like a DIY Crostini. The crawfish's flavor is a unique and savory balance to the cheesiness of the queso. Very delightful. We crushed it. My friend wanted to go wild. Another appetizer?? Their Shrimp Cocktail was thrown down immediately after ordering. The shrimp was great, but those house pickles were sneakily one of the best things they served us. Living the high life. Speaking of that, I ordered a High Life Pony as we made our main orders: a Fried Catfish Po'Boy and Fried Oyster Po'Boy. Both cut down the middle so we could have a little this, a little that. I think the bread, the catfish and the oysters, and the fries served alongside it were all incredible. My only issue was that the catfish po'boy had horseradish in it. That is a me issue, and I don't know why I can't stand horseradish. I don't know if it was hiding in their coleslaw or their rémoulade, but something was horseradish-y! I'd get the oyster po'boy again and again though! We closed the night with me being fun as I ordered their Frozen Espresso Martini with sprinkles and whipped cream because some other lady sitting nearby had that, and I WANTED TO BE FUN TOO. My friend got herself the seasonal nonalcoholic Arnold Palmer that was spiked with some Deep Eddy Lemon Vodka. Hers was great, but mine was basically a milkshake. I looked like a joyous kid with my drink. I was so very happy. They do give you lids for your drinks if you want to take them with you, but I planned to finish mine then and there. The gimme cups are also a nice touch and have their cute alligator mascot on them. Throughout the night, we could not believe how fast the service was at getting our meals and our drinks to us. Our waitress was absolutely on point the entire time we were there, constantly checking in on us and being extremely friendly and helpful in making sure we chose the right things and had a good meal ahead of us. Lil' Easy is casual, fun, and absolutely delicious. They have some of the best frozens in Austin, and their food is some of the best seafood and Cajun food I've had in Austin, hands down. Get over here. RIYL: crawfish and cocktails

Portion size are huge and well priced. In a gas station parking lot with other trucksread more

First of all 5 stars, I love this place…read more We recently had the opportunity to try this place. We had the smothered chicken and a pork chop plate. For our sides we had yams, cabbage, beans and mac n cheese, all were very good. The person working the counter was incredibly kind. I cant wait to eat there again