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Curry Pizza House

★★★★★ 4.6 (8)

"Good tasting pizza The dough was a little too thick and could be improved ... Service is good and the quality of the ingredients felt superior"

Z’Tejas

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (93)

"Surprised as we knew this was a chain and not your mom pop authentic Mexican. Came for happy hour and grabbed a seat (3-6) at the bar. Drinks are strong (no complaints here!)Orderedd off the HH menu and the catfish beignets did not disappoint! Flakey, perfect crust that isn't too thick! Gringo tacos...suits the name. Queso is a great started, smokey flavors!"

Flower Child

★★★★☆ 4.2 (61) • $$

"I am a total Flower Child. No, wait. Let me try that again. I am a total fan of Flower Child. There. That's better.So until last week I didn't know this location existed. I was looking for a place to have lunch with a friend and I thought they'd be coming from their house in Central Austin. Instead they were coming from their place of business in West Austin. I was looking for a new places to try that were reasonably priced. I did not know this location existed because I've only gone to their Domain location previously.This is a much more open and airy location than the Domain. There is inside and patio seating available on the deck. It can be quite pleasant when the weather cooperates. The day I went it was a bit chilly so inside would have been a better choice temperature wise (and for another reason I'm about to explain).It's best to arrive early for lunch. When I first arrived about 12:30, there were still inside tables available but 10 minutes later the place was packed with a second wave of lunchers.I usually have the Ginger Miso Crunch salad but I decided to explore today and went with the Mushroom Bolognese. As usual Flower Child never disappoints. Topped with almond ricotta, the combination of squash zoodles and marinara was quite filling and delicious all at the same time. (Okay to be quite honest I would have liked a little more generous portion, but this was enough for lunch)That having been said, I take one quibble and it's a situational one with the outside seating. Even in early January, the bees are active. I almost made the mistake of swatting at one myself, mistaking it for a housefly that have been on the table a bit earlier. Unfortunately my co-diner made that actual mistake and got stung. This happened despite moving the cute bud vase of wildflowers to the opposite end of the table. Of course you can't cover all perils in an outdoor environment. It would be nice if the bud vases were filled with something less attractive to honey bees, because getting stung is a real bummer to an otherwise fun lunch. I ran in and got some ice in it to go container and luckily my friend didn't experience a reaction.That quibble aside, this is the place to go for lunch in the Walsh Tarleton and Bee Cave Road area. For the best experience, arrive early, and dine indoors.Highly recommended."

Roots Chicken Shak

★★★★★ 4.6 (64)

"Soooooo delish! Highly recommend this place. Chicken is crispy, juicy and tender. Duck fat fries and pepper jelly biscuit are where it's at. The chicken sandwich is amazing as well. Whole family enjoyed this place and we have been back a couple of times."

Ros Niyom Thai

★★★★☆ 4.4 (401) • $$

"Came in just for desert (I have ordered food to go and it was very good) Ordered the mango sticky rice and the fried banana and ice cream. The mango sticky rice wasn't bad but I believe we were hoping to have more mango flavor in the rice and not just topped with mango. The fried bananas could use a knife and also just lack a bit of flavor. My personal favorite variation of this comes from shockingly P.F. Chang's and they add some vanilla and caramel drizzle on top and I think I was hoping for a little bit more from both dishes. The service was prompt and even in our short visit our waters were refilled multiple times and staff and attentive.I still highly recommended for dinner."

Arriba Abajo

★★★★☆ 4.2 (140) • $$$

"The perfect hidden gem! Excellent service, and the ambiance is amazing! It feels like you are in a jungle on the patio. It's beautiful! The food was so fresh and clean. My friend said her tea was the best tea she has ever had. Overall, it's amazing!"

Niki's Pizza

★★★★☆ 3.7 (256) • $

"Stumbled across Niki's several weeks ago. We each ordered a slice and a soda. This took me right back to my childhood in Jersey. OMG good. We've been back several times since that day. Love it. The restaurant isn't fancy, it is a pizza parlor and is clean with booths a plenty. It's has many other choices other than pizza offered. I haven't tried anything else since this Jersey girl is still lovin' on my slice and a Pepsi."

Pizza Leon Kyle

★★★★☆ 4.2 (47)

"Nice find on the other (east) side of I-35 in Kyle. We found it looking for a place that participates in Marriott Bonvoy's Eat Around Town. CAULIFLOWER crust was not shown as an option. I asked. It was delicious. Very thin and crispy crust. I ordered veggie. My husband had a calzone. No wonder they have dozens of 5 star reviews."

Abbey Tavern &Grill

★★★★★ 4.7 (6)

"One of the owners waited on us. Really sweet gal. Very friendly. They have an eclectic menu from tacos to barbecue. We love regional and international cuisine so were delighted to see Korean Kimchi Steak tacos and Jamaican Jerk Chicken tacos! We ordered one plate of each (two tacos per plate). They were tastey and filling and reasonably priced. They were both very tamed down for local pallettes, however. The are three indicators that these would be spicy: 1) tacos are usually either spicy or are served with salsa to spice them up, 2) kimchee is a very spicy dish, 3) authentic jerk chicken is a very spicy dish. However, the Scoville rating in these would be as low as the pimiento you might find in an olive. I mean... they were flavorful... they just weren't spicy at all. Add that's perfectly fine. But offering some Gochujang, or Jamaican jerk sauce or even Sriracha on the side would have certainly elevated these for us. There a couch and love seat in the corner under some nice art work that adds to the ambiance. The music they played was very enjoyable. The salad bar was a tiki theme. It has a fun vibe. My only complaint... and I don't know what they can do about this... is the parking lot. It's awkwardly shaped. You can't back into a space, and you have to back out at a sharp angle. There are no safety bumpers to keep you from dropping off the parking lot onto the sidewalk (a several inch drop), and it's a small lot with only a few spaces. Parking aside, I'm glad these guys are here. I like them and I will visit them again."

Salt Traders Zilker

★★★★☆ 4.3 (499) • $$

"Customer service was awesome. Even the manager came by and checked' oysters were clean and fresh ice coldDrinks were on the spot they didn't scrap (adult beverages)Sushi and eggrolls were very fresh on the spot Recommend for a dinner date ! My girls were heavy"

The Daily Blend

★★★★★ 4.7 (21)

"I finally gave this place a try and ordered the mango tango smoothie and a chicken salad sandwich. The food tasted great- ingredients were fresh and light but a little heavy on the mustard for me. I might ask for light mustard next time. My smoothie flavor was good but it was too overblended- frothy like if that makes sense.Other than that I'm definitely going to make another visit to try the other items!"

Tumble 22

★★★★☆ 3.6 (329) • $$

"Tumble 22 just killed the fried chicken game. I was with my siblings and we all shared the dirty fries which were UNBELIEVABLE! The best cheesy fries I've had in so long. We all got different kinds of chicken. I love the Korean style option. The chicken was moist and the sauces were a perfect pair. Our server was very helpful and knew exactly how to guide us since it was our first time. I loved the vibe and the friendliness of the staff even with being there the last hour before they closed. We didn't feel rushed and had such an amazing time!Highly recommend."

Pokeworks

★★★★☆ 4.1 (133) • $$

"Conveniently living right around the corner, Pokeworks has become my go-to for a quick, yummy meal! I always order the spicy ahi-tuna bowl and it never disappoints! With a build-your-own bowl setup, I love being able to choose from a wide variety of toppings and customize my bowl just the way I like it.The service is consistently fast, friendly, and attentive. There's also plenty of seating if you want to enjoy your meal there. I appreciate their rewards app -- it's a great way to rack up points and earn discounts on future visits."

CAVA

★★★★☆ 3.8 (96) • $$

"I've come by here several times. I love Cava. Food is tasty, you can get extra scoops of veggies and there are a large selection thin of toppings to choose from. Given that this place can get pretty packed I would like to take a moment to comment on how nice the servers are. Food service has its challenges so I understand how tired one could get after serving the billionth person. I've never had an issue, evening going late. Steely is always such a fun guy who is always giving awesome service. Today we were served by Bella. She was so sweet and helpful. They ran out of chicken but had more out soon. She definitely deserves kudos. I'll continue to be a regular patron."

Texican Cafe - Menchaca

★★★★☆ 3.8 (382) • $$

"The place is deceptively big! So many rooms and tables, it's easy to get a table for two at any time.I've had great service when I come here. The servers are super friendly and will refill your chips and salsa so quickly!Ive had the chicken tortilla soup and the green chili soup and both are super flavorful. The bowl is humongous so if you want to share, get the large.The flauta plate is also a great choice as well. I've never had a bad meal here!"

Milano Pizza

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (224) • $

"Dear Milano's. Thank you for delivering our pizza at 10:30pm as we worked late into the night. Your cheese was gooey and delicious, your crust was firm but welcoming and you mushrooms were fresh and lovely. Thank you for using FRESH vegetables and REAL cheese!! You are wonderful. Love the pizza!!"

MAD Greens - South Austin

★★★★☆ 4 (205) • $$

"I had higher hopes for a 14/15.00 salad.Highlights-friendly staff-fresh ingredients-little to NO wait during peak lunch time-plenty of parking-you can make your own salad OR pick one of the curated ones on the menuWe had the mad ceasar (dressing on the side)TY Cobb- good but super overdressed. Not sure if that is the brand or TX style? We are used to a lighter dressed salad which maybe more west coast style salads. House made hummus and fresh pita. Pita was delish.. warm, chewy. The hummus (red pepper) was under seasoned. Tasted just like plain hummus minus any garlic, salt or depth of flavor. Drinks. 7.00 fresh juices. It was OK. We are fans of pressed juices and this fell short for the cost. They also have a soda station and teas.They have"

Rogers Boyz Family BBQ Company

★★★★★ 4.7 (19)

"Nacho BBQ? This is next level. 10/10. Must try in Austin. I have no words to put into this text box."

Lockhart Steak And Seafood

★★★★☆ 3.5 (76) • $$

"I spent a week in Lockhart and checked out Lockhart Steak and Seafood for lunch. This spacious restaurant, if the name doesn't give it away, has a large menu with a lot of seafood offerings. They have a large parking lot so parking won't be an issue. It's a casual restaurant with a lot of booths. Service was friendly. I went with the stuffed crab which comes with your choice of two sides. I chose corn on the cob and fries. Our waitress asked which sauce I wanted with my crab and I went with all of the above so she brought me a sweet sauce I didn't like very much and your typical tartar sauce. Crab is one of my favorite types of seafood and the stuffed crab didn't disappoint. You get three of these bad boys. Served in a hard shell and an edible crust, scoop out the good stuff. While the fries were good, it was a small portion for fries and the corn on the cob was a small portion as well. Not a generous portion when it comes to the sides. I also got a chicken fried steak sandwich with fries with white gravy to-go. All-in-all, a decent meal where you have a lot to choose from, especially when it comes to seafood."

Salvation Pizza - Rainey Street

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (272) • $$

"Great spot to watch the game. Consistently good service and food. Giant pizza by the slice and decent selection of beer. Also friendly staff. Our boy Josh deserves a shoutout for changing our game to the big screen, thanks!!"

Baker Boys BBQ

★★★★☆ 4.3 (141) • $$

"Was passing through Gonzales and decided to stop for bbq. Arrived about 230p and place was empty, must have just missed the lunch rush. The bbq smell when walking in was mesmerizing. Staff greeted us as we walked in. I got the 2 meat plate with brisket and pork loin with 2 sides of potato salad and green beans. Brisket was cooked perfectly, fork tender and juicy. Pork loin was just okay, as were green beans. Potato salad was creamy with a great mayo and dill pickle flavor. When in area will definitely stop again and try the sausage and ribs."

Pita Fusion

★★★★★ 4.5 (544) • $

"Stumbled onto this place as there seems to be a lot of competition in the area. I thoroughly enjoyed the Danimal pita! I'll certainly try to find excuses to get back to Pita Fusion."

XENiA Mediterranean Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4 (3)

"yum town. the carrot hummus is a must. their bowls are nutritious and delicious with substantial serving, its basically two full meals"

Snarf's

★★★★☆ 3.7 (10)

"Snarf's has always been my favorite sandwich shop in Austin and was so glad this one opened up near us! The bread is always fresh, soft on the inside and crispy outside and the sandwiches are always great. Snarf's has never failed me! From being our pre and post snowboarding meal, my fav lunch during work, my fav dinner, I'll never say no to going. Also happy to say service has always been a 10/10 at all locations, including this one. Thank you to the workers for creating great food and giving the best service!! -your fav customer"

La Posada Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (329) • $$

"Nice place with lots of friendly servers, we were driving around when my wife was asking me for a coffee since Starbucks is in the same shopping center, I told her what about to go into this place? And she was sure let's try it. The place is nice and clean and the atmosphere is great, the servers Melanie and Isabel were the best with suggestions. Great food and drinks. No need to drive to San Antonio anymore for food like this. I can't wait to go back to this place."

Teddy’s Restaurant & Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (14)

"First review! I came to Teddy's one weeknight when I was in the area and needed some food. This place has only been open around a month, and it is so cute. There is outdoor seating, but I opted for indoors where the lighting is dim and the drinks are flowing. It wasn't very busy, but I think once word gets out, it'll become a reservation-only type of place. I ordered a spicy margarita, and it was fantastic. They know what they're doing in the drink department. Then I got an appetizer and a "soup": the crab and sausage hush puppies and the Texas chili. The Texas chili was not chili; it was definitely more of a stew. It was good, though. The hush puppies were awesome, and judging by other tables, they're a hot ticket item. This place is great for birthdays, anniversaries, or any other occasion! I wish them all the success!"

The Kosher Store

★★★★☆ 3.7 (32) • $$

"When I first saw "The Kosher Store" on Yelp, I swore it was a joke. Upon arrival, I was shocked to see that they actually do have a little cultural pocket for the Kosher folk. The deli menu is no-frills, and the calm blue and white makes it feel like a serene East coast deli... that happens to be blessed by a Rabbi. It is hard to imagine that everything in this corner of a North Austin HEB is "not not kosher."The pricing is a bit steep, but maybe I am safe to assume that much Jewish grub is pricey. Perhaps they are able to pay for the premiums for these offerings that sit in your stomach and are in religious regulations. Specifically, the $11 reuben was a bit off-putting. This is undoubtedly a New York price.I went with a half corned beef. The bread was stale and dry, in that crumbly stage, more or less. The rye flavor was not present. The corned beef was not the hot smoked corned beef that you get in many a NY deli, but rather this cold, deli meat sort of stuff. Yikes. As you can imagine, this was one of my least favorite $7 in Austin. Austin is a sandwich town; you can do better.In trying to sound cool, I will say the "prices are so not kosher, dude." Alas, why am I presenting KS with a 2? Well, at least they make an effort to provide quality grub to those who cannot eat un-Kosher fare."

Redbud Ice House

★★★★☆ 4.2 (43)

"Great food, service and space...and parking!!I hosted a Meetup group here and got there early to snag a burger. Everyone working was super friendly, helpful, genuine and on top of their game. The burger was delicious and juicy, I got the classic. The space itself is gorgeous and super clean (in and outside space) and on it's own with a big parking lot. Also, great working free Wifi in case you want to do some work from here. I did see lots of board games but didn't have a chance to play.We will be back and appreciate you Redbud Ice House!"

Thrall Country Diner

★★★★★ 4.7 (31) • $$

"I had a hankering for chicken fried steak and I hoped that this place would hit the spot - and it did not disappoint! The diner is a bit unassuming, there is a gravel parking lot. As soon as we excited our vehicle, we were started by a lamb's bleat which was in the back of a truck in said parking lot so we had figured we were on the right track in our search. We beat the lunch rush at around 1 pm and we're seated promptly. Our food took some time to get to us but, goodness, it was worth it. The steak, the macaroni (get the white one), the mashed potatoes and even the roll was great. We also ordered some slices of pie to go. The chocolate cream pie was my fave but the coconut was also very tasty. If you're ever passing through, and in need of a good country lunch, this is the place to go!"

CAVA

★★★★☆ 3.9 (88)

"This place is great. It was my first time here and I got the Harissa Bowl. This thing was a huge bowl, I had to take some of it home. Overall great tasting food. I'll be going back. It's like chipotle but healthier as far as the style of the place goes. You can build bowls or wraps. The drink selection is great. Blueberry Lavender (add lemonade) so good. Service was normal no issues and the atmosphere was quiet and relaxing. Enjoy this place!!!!!!!"

MAD Greens - Round Rock

★★★★☆ 3.7 (164) • $$

"Madgreens is absolutely my favorite place for a healthy meal! I have both the both the wraps and the salad. And I haven't been disappointed ever.My two favorites are the Ty Cobb and The Spicy bacon, you can get both in salad or wrap and customize as you want!The staff have always been friendly and are all versed in ingredients and sauces and suggestions. The ambiance is very cute and open!"

Friday's Fried Chicken

★★★★☆ 3.6 (55) • $

"Great food at a great price!We ordered fried chicken and sides for dinner after leaving the Shiner Brewery.My gizzard dinner was very tasty. Awesome breading and seasoning on the gizzards. The lady who took my order brought extra white gravy for dipping. We had mashed potatoes, green beans and mac & cheese for sides, but the chicken was the best. The pies and cookies in the glass counters looked delicious, but we didn't try them."

Antonios Snack Shack

★★★★★ 5 (1)

"OMG!!! Antonio's Snack Shack is SO AMAZING!! I didn't know what to expect, but their "Flavors of the World" culinary concept is incredible! Something from several "corners" of the Globe! We tried several dishes, I LOVED that they had steak & vegan options! We loved all of them. My favorite was the potstickers!!! Sahara Lounge was Always cool for great drinks & awesome music, but now that it has Antonio's...it's delicious as well!! Expect over the top service!"

Lustre Pearl East

★★★★☆ 3.9 (130) • $$

"Yummy Brussels sprouts. Beer cheese is more like a thick gloop. Still tasty.Vegetarian patty made with quinoa and sweet potato was good. Probably less processed than other veggie patties. My friends enjoyed their hamburgers and fries.I went for the open mic. Support business venues that support artists."

Yamas Greek Kitchen + Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (307)

"I came to this location over the summer with Thing Two and have finally decided to add to the review for my time there. I love coming here as the decor reminds me of my time in Greece. The namesake for this spot "Yamas" means "to our health" in Greek which is said during a toast. But, really it's more than just a toast when this term is used, it's said as a heartfelt blessing that celebrates life and invokes good health.Grilled Salmon with celery root puree and dill sauce Salmon is one of my favorite fishes. The color, oily, juicy texture and strong flavor make to be unique and recognizable. Dill is a perfect match for salmon. Dill complements salmon's flavor and enhances its subtle notes without overpowering it. The feathery leaves of the dill plant add a fresh, herbaceous, lemony flavor that goes well with the rich, oily nature of salmon. The celery root puree on this dish is just a bonus as it can be used for any number of any reasons. However the aromatic celery root pairs beautifully with smoked fish in general. I was most impressed with the flakiness of the fish and the flavor profile. Thing Two was being a pre-teen and wanted to be picky "but she doesn't even know what she wants" - Teddy Swims Because of this, the staff decided to make her something off menu. What was it? Fresh cut steak french fries (different from the Greek fries). The fries were thick, crisp and fresh. Thing Two wasn't impressed with the fries but I take that review with a grain of salt. I also ordered two mixed drinks but was also brought out of a free shot of Ouzo to take with the other customers. Ouzo which is a dry, anise-flavored aperitif is the national drink of Greece. It is made by distilling rectified spirits and flavoring them. Ouzo has a similar taste to other anise liquors, such as pastis, sambuca, mastika, and rakı. The Ouzo was a great way to finish off my meal and to clear my palate. The service and food here is top-notch. My waiter went out of his way to make sure that Thing Two had something that she would like to eat as opposed to being limited to the menu offerings. This establishment has mid-range prices for all items bu t the price tag is worth the quality of food that is presented. #supportlocal"