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    Vida Verde Kitchen

    4.3 (58 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Fish tacos, black beans and rice
    Shannon G.

    I thought I would stop for some lunch. I had just left The Domain. Parking was great. They have a decent size parking lot. As I entered I was greeted immediately. And sat down at a table. The chairs were really comfortable. They felt cushiony/ padded really nicely. My waiter came over and gave me water and took my drink order. I asked for a lemonade. It is my first time here so I needed a minute to look over the menu. They offer breakfast items, which I didn't know they would service breakfast. They seem more of a lunch restaurant. That's a nice surprise. When my waiter came back I told him I would like the fish tacos, with black beans and rice. Didn't take long before my lunch came. Fish tacos were very light. I got 3 fish tacos served on a metal taco holder. The fish was flaky and moist. Really enjoyed the crisp radish and cabbage. The sauce they used was good too. Black beans were good and rice was very fluffy. Loved that I had juicy fresh lime wedges to squeeze over the tacos. I even added some juice to the rice. My whole lunch was delicious. I can't believe I ate all 3 tacos. My waiter was great. He made sure everything was to my liking.

    Happy hour menu until 6 daily!
    Tanya W.

    Wow!!! Amazing service, beautiful atmosphere and great vibes overlooking the Quarry Lake! Sit out on the patio and enjoy the view with the delicious steak tacos. So tender, juicy and tons of flavor! Chips and green salsa were out if this world, too! The ribs were a bit dry but I'm sure they'll fix that. House margarita was a bit flat I'd go with a top shelf next time. The menu is large, but there's something for everyone. Salad dressings were delicious and homemade! Sergio at the bar.. we thank you so much for your excellent service and appreciate your kind hospitality. We will be back to try those Birria tacos! Great place! The reason for 1 less star was because the restaurant was overpowered with the smell of fabuloso. Sure it's clean but I think everybody hates that smell. Maybe try pine..

    Nice interior
    Joel T.

    This restaurant is nestled among the condos, businesses and apartments off of Braker and can be found with ear on GPS and eyes searching for signage. The atmosphere is really great here, although the space is enormous! The area near the bar is large enough to need a few servers. AND that's just a portion of the restaurant. But, even post brunch hour, there were plenty of people to quickly seat and serve us. The server was very attentive and helpful. The food was brought very soon after we ordered....AAAAAAAND.... ....and it seems like I'm rambling without talking food, huh? And I am. The food was decent and tasty. I might even try it again if I lived in the area just to avoid The Domain. But there's the rub...Vida Verde is close to dozens of other other eateries and within a holler of five dozens more. This restaurant's food didn't bring a unique punch for me to make it worth finding again. Im guessing the bar and dinner are Tony the Tiger, big-time Grrreat for the area residents. But with The Arboretum, Domain, Lakeline and 183 corridor offering immensely more unique food? I'll just say it was a pleasant visit. AND go if its convenient to you, its a great neighborhood addition.

    Tamales with poblanos and cheese and Tilipia Fajitas
    Diane L.

    We were shopping for furniture nearby and became hungry and wanted a late lunch. I Yelped Mexican food and the reviews and location of Vida Verde Kitchen seemed like a good match for us. Yelp was right again. The outside looks a bit industrial but the inside was very well laid out and had high end but still whimsical touches. We probably should have sat outside because of the view but it was so nice inside we sat there. The only thing I didn't love about sitting inside was there was a strong odor of cleaning products that would occasionally waft through when the breeze came through. I mean I'm glad the restaurant is clean but it could be a bit strong at times. The service was good. The server was friendly and made sure we had what we needed. Even making recommendations for next time. Okay finally to the food. The menu has a lot of variety. It's not just Mexican food, so I feel like on one hand their are some items that seem random, on the other hand I think anyone could find something to eat here. I had the tamales with rajas with a side of beans and Mexican rice. The masa was really light and fluffy and the filling had a lot of flavor. The Verde sauce pulled all the flavors together and kept the tamales from being dry. And by the way, the portions are huge! Three big tamales with rice and beans. I was able to take home lunch for the next day. For a drink, I took advantage of the everyday happy hour and had a blended house margarita. Really nice flavor, not too sweet at all and that complimented the rest of the meal very well. My husband had the tilapia fajitas. Again very generous portions. Well cooked and seasoned tilapia on a bed of vegetables. He watches his carbs, so he was able to choose a salad as his side. He was very happy with his meal and also took home leftovers. One side note all of the food was mild on the heat scale. Ask for hot sauce if you want more zip. Next time I'll ask if they have a hotter salsa. We were just very hungry so we dug in, as is. I feel like over all this is a fun place to have a meal. The decor and ambiance makes the location feel higher end but the vibes are still casual. The prices seem a little high until you see the massive portions. And special shout out to the free chips and salsa. The tortilla chips seemed freshly made and we're very addictive. I look forward to coming back for the steak chilanquiles that the server recommended for next time. Excited to try new restaurants in my new town of Austin!

    Soseh P.

    We tried the tacos and chips with guacamole, and honestly, everything was just okay. The tacos weren't bad, but they didn't really stand out--pretty average flavor and nothing that wowed us. The guacamole was decent, but again, nothing memorable. Overall, the food felt kind of mediocre and didn't live up to expectations. I also ordered passionfruit spicy margarita and honestly it was good but didn't even taste like passionfruit. Service was great. The interior vibe is really cute but it's a hit on the pricy side for what you get. The taco? Guac and one drink was $60

    Chicken Tinga Tacos
    Jennifer D.

    Gosh, I really wanted to like this place. It was a nice space with easy parking and our waiter was super nice. The cocktails were decent but I didn't really like anything else. I got the Vida Paloma and Caipirinha. You get free chips and salsa with purchase. They brought out 4 different flavors and I honestly wasn't a fan of any of them. Then I ordered the chicken tinga tacos and opted for a side salad with vinaigrette (trying to watch calories) but the vinaigrette tasted like plain oil with no flavor. It was bizarre. The tacos didn't have much flavor either and 2 of my tacos had hard chicken pieces that I had to spit out. Overall, not a fan. Giving 3 stars because the waiter was nice and the facility was clean.

    veggie burger
    Pree R.

    We stopped by Vida Verde for a Sunday lunch, and it was such a pleasant surprise. The space used to be an old pizza buffet, but it's been completely transformed into a bright, clean, and inviting restaurant with a modern vibe. The ambiance alone sets the tone for a great meal. The menu has a wide variety of options, and I was especially happy to find so many vegetarian-friendly choices. I went with the veggie burger, which was hearty, flavorful, and incredibly filling. The side salad that came with it was so generously portioned it could have been a meal on its own--and with a side of chipotle ranch, it was absolutely delicious. My boyfriend ordered tacos and really enjoyed them. He shared that the beef was high-quality, the avocado was super fresh, and each taco came with two tortillas, which kept everything neat and intact. He also appreciated the clean setting, friendly service, and how well-seasoned and flavorful everything was. The staff was warm and attentive throughout our visit, and prices were very reasonable considering the portion sizes. Vida Verde is definitely a welcome addition to the area and a great go-to for a laid-back, yet satisfying weekend lunch.

    Mediterranean Quinoa
    Kels H.

    We had a great experience! If you can't find something other menu, that's on you! They have a bigger menu than Cheesecake Factory, and everything we had was Delicious!! Great gluten free options as well. Angel our server was knowledgeable and attentive. The space itself is Instagram worthy! Beautiful balcony outside too. Highly recommend this new gem!!

    Love the decor
    Jennifer P.

    We ordered the fajitas and it was amazing! We usually order fajitas at other places and the chicken is always dry but this place, it was juicy! We also ordered the cheese cake with the Mexican caramel...OMG, it was delicious! Definitely coming back. Lis was helping us and she was FANTASTIC! Also, the place is beautiful!

    Cynthia S.

    This is really cute place the ambiance is very welcoming bright with a indoor and outdoor bar with a small view! I only had a glass of wine ,but the service was good.

    Fried avocado tacos

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    Amazing experience!!!! Delicious food and great service! Beautiful view of the lake from the patio. The chips were so tasty

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    No energy from the staff and the chairs are needing attention. Be careful when sitting on their chair.

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    26 days ago

    Friday night excellent service. Unique cocktails and really great food. This one will be on repeat. We absolutely loved it

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    Don't miss out on this place. Third time here and it has all been great. The fajitas are awesome and the mango guacamole is excellent

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    The food was just ok. Prices were high. Service was poor. Won't be back. At least they allowed dogs on the patio.

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