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.

First time experiencing this amazing atmosphere and ambiance at Roaring Fork. The food was a 10/10…read more Each dish was delicious, and flavorful. The Brussels sprouts were and Ribeye were the perfect combination of delight. Our server Angela was exceptionally helpful in making suggestions and answering our questions. She provided impeccable service and made our experience enjoyable. With a party of 8, Angela made my visit to Austin pleasurable. The other staff were friendly and fun to chat with as well. We will return on our next visit.

What went well? EVERYTHING. TL;DR, come here…read more The pleasant young lady who took my last-minute reservation over the phone was quite helpful. Our server, Sarah, was the absolute best. Warm, engaging, knowledgeable. She thoughtfully considered my preferences and offered a few irresistible options, She got the chef to weigh-in on a drink pairing I was debating. I chose from the daily specials menu: Veracruz snapper and a sauvignon blanc. Finished with the most luxurious chocolate torte and an espresso for dessert. It was a flawless meal. What a perfectly delightful hour and a half spent with my daughter in a gorgeous space, with beautiful food, and sunset-over-the-water views. At the end of a busy day, where do you wanna go for dinner? Roaring Fork is the right answer.

Brought the Hop Queen here for breakfast after another overnight in Austin. My first visit…read moreimpressed me enough to bring the wife unit in this time, especially since she is more particular about her morning coffee than me (years in the Army and various levels of "work" coffee will do that). We were greeted and seated promptly, and as with the previous visit, all the staff were on the job and friendly. Our server suggested a couple of different items, we opted for the Farmhouse hash, which pretty much covered any "cooked breakfast" cravings we had. We also got an order of the Million Dollar bacon, so we left pretty much full for the rest of the day. The food and the coffee were spot on, and even as the Saturday morning rush started, we were never made to feel that we needed to clear out for new customers. This is definitely going to be our goto breakfast spot when we visit Austin. Also for those interested, the restrooms are individual and well kept. You know, in case the coffee kicks in!

No breakfast this morning as I had no appetite for food (hold over from yesterday when I had mouth…read morepain). By lunch time, I had conjured up some hunger, so the hubs took me out for lunch at First Watch. Life's short...eat breakfast for lunch. Smile. The hubs ordered pancakes and bacon, whereas I ordered the classic breakfast (multi-grain toast, egg whites, roasted potatoes and turkey sausage). I ate a good portion of my meal and gave my hubby the rest. The food was tasty and filled our hunger spots. Brittany, our server, greeted us immediately as the hostess sat us in a booth. While she was rather quiet, she attended to our every need. Lunch crowd was large. No matter what time you arrive at First Watch, there will likely be a crowd. My mouth feels much better today...I think I'm on the mend.

We had a relaxing weekend before my short term disability and spine surgery happens, we stayed in…read morethe hotel and had breakfast and dinner here a few times. The service was good, the food was amazing according to my wife. They have lots of seating, tables, booths, little 2 seat areas, bar, a long table in the middle and out door seating with fire pits. We had one server who seemed new or flustered but he tried hard and the other had it under control.

I sat at the bar. They obviously had a conference in town during my stay. They were very attentive…read moreto me at the bar. They continuously checked in and were friendly. They provided recommendations. It's a nice vibe - the outdoor area is really where the best experience is. It's so nice out on the deck. The street Knotty Tacos were surprisingly good. They had a marinate on it. I had that and was STUFFED. This is just one out of many stays at this hotel. Always top tier experience.

While I'm going to say that this isn't my favorite vegan pho in town, it's still better than many…read more What really keeps me coming back are the vegan eggrolls. THESE are the best imperial rolls around, mark my words; perfectly crispy, juicy inside, not greasy, and served piping hot. You must get at least one order per person. Those are the rules. They do some great things with tofu. Garlic tofu, in the banh mi, vermicelli noodle salad, and rice plate comes out nicely fried and flavorful. Many of these items aren't vegan by default, but easily adapted upon request. Speak up, they know how to help! Also, I appreciate how chill of a spot it is overall. Never crazy busy, comfortable, spacious, always fast service, and perfect for the whole family.

I've been here twice now, and this place has earned a spot on my rotation…read more I started with my standard Pho Tai, and it was excellent. The broth was perfect and authentic. On my return trip, I went for the Stone Pot Pho with fresh noodles, and it was even better. I can't go back to regular noodles after having the fresh noodles. I found the staff friendly and attentive both times. If you want authentic Vietnamese, I'd come here.

This is my first time at this location and it was a great time! Girls dinner night! I originally…read moremade a reservation for 8, but with the storms it ended up only being four of us. But four was perfect. The reservation process was easy and the staff was super accommodating. I requested an area that was a little secluded with less noise so we could all catch up with each other. And they picked the most perfect table that was tucked away in its own little private area but you could still see everything that was going on in the restaurant. Chef's kiss! Our server was so friendly and fun and everything came out at the right time and on time. It's Italian so of course I ordered a red wine, Cabernet to be exact. We ordered a few shareable bites for the table and I really enjoyed the bruschetta and the meatballs! For dinner I had the butter lettuce salad (so good!) and then a butternut squash ravioli that was absolutely amazing. I would order that again and again and again but... There are way too many delicious options to get the same thing every time you go. Everyone ordered something different and everyone had the same reaction. Delicious! I cannot wait to return and try more things off of the menu. Note, it's always best to make a reservation but keep in mind they also have a full bar with seating around the bar. I definitely recommend giving this restaurant a try and make sure you're hungry when you go because there's so many delicious menu items to choose from.

Previously, I'd only been to the Barton Springs location. I…read morewas happy to check this one out for a light lunch on Mother's Day. The Arboretum Market (not to be confused with the actual shopping plaza across the street of the same name) was happening and some folks were set up at Juliet selling their arts & crafts wares. Every Saturday 11 am- 3 pm in the Juliet parking lot is the Arboretum Farmers Market. For a light lunch I shared a Caesar salad and cup of tomato bisque soup with my boyfriend. Perfect Juliet goodness. Since it was Mother's Day and during brunch hours, they got extremely busy. However, service didn't suffer. We were in and out just like that!

Amazing Happy Hour after 4:30 p.m. Terrific Shrimp or…read moreChicken Fried Rice Bowl (enough for 4-5 people) The Tempura Shrimp and Veggies are the best All Sushi Rolls are good

Pretty weak experience overall. My partner and I made a reservation at 7:30 on a Friday for a…read morehibachi table, and had it confirmed by email. When we arrived at the restaurant, the hostess said that she didn't have the reso on her end; rather than apologizing or making a single effort to fix the issue, she just stared at us. We had to prompt her for clarification and next steps, and had to continue to prompt her through the process of getting us sat. When we finally sat down at a regular table, we waited about 15 minutes without a server coming by. I eventually flagged a server down, and we got our order under way. We requested the manager stop by to tell him about the issue with the reservation and the fact that his hostess needs additional training, and surprise, the manager was also not helpful. He did apologize for our reservation being lost, but blamed it on the system and denied any responsibility for taking care of it - basically just told us that "life is life". He did not offer a discount or any kind of relief for the setbacks or bad service. I wasn't expecting the world or anything, but good hospitality dictates that you do more that basically tell us to just deal with it. For the food: the sushi was pretty gnarly - it looked like somebody was angry at the fish when they were slicing. Most things needed salt. Steak and fried rice was good, but the vegetables were pretty much raw. I can forgive quite a bit when it comes to service, especially on graduation/mother's day weekend. But honestly I'm a little impressed at how little the entire staff cared about their guests.

Visited Saltgrass Steak House for our Beef Team pre-race dinner before the Austin Marathon and it…read morewas the perfect spot to fuel up for a pre-race meal. When I arrived, there was plenty of parking available. They had a private room space reserved for our group. The servers were friendly and attentive to our needs. They brought out complimentary bread and butter, which was served warm and fresh. We had a prefix menu to choose from which consisted of a salad, petite filet and a side item. I ordered the Caesar salad and filet cooked rare with flash fried green beans and paired it with a mezcal cocktail. The filet that I was served was a bit smaller than others, but my filet was cooked as requested and topped with butter. The filet was tender and exactly the protein I needed before race day. The green beans were so flavorful and had the perfect texture. The Smokey and the Bramble cocktail featured Fósforo Ensamble Mezcal, Bombay Sapphire Gin, lemon juice, blackberry purée, and club soda. It was a very refreshing and flavorful craft cocktail that paired well with my meal. Great atmosphere for a group dinner and the service kept everything moving smoothly for our team. Definitely a great choice for an event!

​Do NOT trust the Saltgrass location on Research Blvd (Austin, TX) with your order…read more ​My family of 5 is on vacation staying at the Home2 Suites near The Domain without a vehicle. After not eating all day, we ordered a late-night dinner via Grubhub around 9:14 PM: the Family Meal with Large Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli, Salad, and a Seafood Fondeaux. ​When the driver arrived, the entire main course--the tenders--was missing. When I called the store to figure out what happened, the staff hung up on me twice. When I finally got ahold of someone, the employee admitted the tenders were sitting right there on their counter because they forgot to hand them to the driver. ​Instead of taking accountability and making it right, the employee told us we could come pick them up. When I explained we didn't have a car, he flatly said it was "too far" for them to bring it to us and told us to just get a refund from Grubhub. ​A refund doesn't feed a family. By the time this unfolded, every other decent food option nearby was closed. Thanks to this store's complete negligence, rude staff, and lack of care, my family--including my children--had to go to bed hungry on our vacation. Absolutely disgraceful service. Avoid this place.