The Most Delectable Seafood in Austin

Moontower Saloon

★★★★☆ 3.5 (577) • $$

"The bar is nice & there's a great stage with good sound! This place is promising, but the food truck outside that sells barbecue & Mexican food is overpriced garbage. Not exaggerating when I say Taco Bell & Del Taco make better food (and at half the price).The folks running Moon Tower should have no problem replacing this trailer with a chef and food options that are actually good. After that, things will only improve for attendance & higher sales."

Paw-Paw's Catfish House

★★★★★ 4.5 (467) • $$

"Visited again in Bastrop and still good as it was 2 yrs ago!!! Service was good and food was delicious."

2020 Market Scratch Kitchen & Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (597) • $$

"We came here on 4.5.24 for late lunch. We sat at the bar and were served up by Amanda - who was overworked but still on the spot. I ordered the seafood enchiladas and my lady ordered the Cobb salad. The food came out fairly quickly. When the server brought us our food, he asked if I would like avocado to "make it even better." I said - why not? He came back with maybe a quarter of avocado sliced up on a small plate. Soooooo the enchiladas were on point. The red pepper sauce was delicious. The rice was also good although the beans were heavily seasoned and salty. My woman enjoyed her salad, and the chicken was grilled perfectly. All in all, the food wasn't bad although it was a bit pricy for what it was. Oh, and that sad sliver of avocado to "make it better?" It made our bill more expensive by $3.50.Amanda did great and the place is beautiful, but we likely wouldn't go back."

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"

Cafe Blue at Hill Country Galleria

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (468) • $$

"Wow! Best kept secret in the Hill Country Galleria! Has always been a great spot for happy hour; however, their recently revamped menu and deals are off the charts awesome!Over several visits, I have made my through the entire app menu. I highly recommend the crispy ribs, curried mussels, truffled beef tips...heck all of it! Scrumptious! And of course raw oysters when in season. Peel and eat shrimp is an easy choice as well. HAPPY HOUR available in entire restaurant and patio Mon - Fri 3-6pm AND reversed on Fri & Sat 9-10pm. 1/2 off apps, oysters, pae shrimp...and draft beers, select wines by the glass, and their killer sig cocktails. A nice place to enjoy lunch or dinner, but the HH is what keeps me coming back. I'm hooked (pun intended; haha). They moved to a different spot years ago in the HCG. Still nice interior ambience. The large side patio is great for outdoor dining and always has a breeze during the warm months."

Big Easy Bar and Grill

★★★★☆ 3.9 (168) • $$

"Put this on your takeout list. Shrimp po-boys, etouffee, dirty rice all outstanding. (The shrimp even travelled well, which is not always the case.) AND you're helping keep a local, black-owned business doing their thing. Note: You pick up from the trailer out back on the alley side and there's no way through from 12th except walking a half block around, so may want to park on the side street if you're a delicate little flower and will wilt in the heat."

Eurasia Sushi Bar & Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.2 (538) • $$

"I was in the area and decided to hit the bar for a sushi happy hour. I was a bit hesitant to go on my own and sit at the bar and order food. I was brave and I did it. The bartender, Paxton, was lovely and attentive. I got a few appetizers and a roll...all on the happy hour menu."

Kasian Boil

★★★★☆ 3.5 (168)

"Terrible service! The server told us to take a seat but failed to mention you order online through your phone. The server was out a lot. She'd leave the restaurant and return 5 minutes later and then go missing again. We ordered our drinks through the app and she never brought it to us, we had to ask for them. We ordered a sprite but they didn't even have sprite there, just off brand sodas.You have to pay and tip before you can get your food. I'd go ahead and tip low because there's zero service anyways so what's the tip for?The food said it would be ready in 15, we got it about 30 minutes later. When the server gave us our food, she said one of our meals was out so we have to reorder... why was this information not provided to us 30 minutes ago. After another 30 minutes, the one order wasn't even ready yet so we left after we ate what we had been given already. The crawfish was really great but the service ruined this place for me. If you order from here just do take out but come 15 minutes after your said order time."

Wok on Fire

★★☆☆☆ 2.4 (301) • $

"(It is important to note in reference to this restaurant's present rating that it is based in part on prior ownership before 2022: since that time the restaurant is a substantially different place with greatly improved food and service. This is evident in the elevation of the reviews after that time.)Wok On Fire is a very good value for fresh, hot American Chinese food. The chicken wings are some of the best in the city, both fried and 'spicy'. The pork dumplings are very good--especially at that price--and the soups are always good and hot.There are other trad American Chinese dishes on the menu, but I usually succumb to the temptation to order the wings or the dumplings, with some of their soups.Ambience is plain and austere (food-to-go is big here), but the people who work here are helpful and friendly.A GREAT VALUE--RECOMMENDED"

Jaiwai Thai Kitchen

★★★★☆ 3.7 (217) • $$

"I have been coming here since I was a student at Southwestern! I really love the flavor of the dishes as well as the generous portion sizes. I'm glad to see they're doing well - they recently added booths, expanding the seating inside. Jaiwai is an essential when visiting Georgetown and adds variety to the square!"

Taste on Main

★★★★☆ 4.3 (224) • $$$

"This is my favorite place in Buda! Highly recommend! Their lobster roll is the best in the Austin area honestly, however I think they changed the bread the last time I came, which is what made it so much better than your typical lobster roll that falls apart. Just here to say bring back the lobster roll pocket or pouch"

Sweetwater Oyster Bar

★★★★☆ 4.2 (142)

"One of our favorite restaurants used to be here so I'll admit we were reluctant to try. When it first opened it looked like they had some kinks to work out based off the reviews, so we waited to come here. The first time we ate here was the end of May. Hubs and I figured we would treat ourselves after a busy holiday weekend and a pre-birthday dinner for myself. We loved the new set up when we walked in. Much more open but still had a similar vibe. The music was not too loud and everything looked clean and in proper order. Our waiter James was phenomenal. Very friendly, attentive and was great with our 18 month old.We ordered a dozen Oyster's from the East coast. I couldn't tell you which ones, that's more of hubs department when it comes to ordering, but I can tell you they were fantastic. Hubs complimented that not once did he get any shell. Perfectly shucked. Calamari, Oyster Rockefeller and the Crab Stuffed Mushrooms from the 3-6 Happy Hour. Nothing smelt or tasted fishy. We also ordered Steak Tartare, Hamachi Crudo, Lobster Mac and Cheese and Truffle Fries. The only thing I would not order again was the Truffle Fries. I personally like thin Truffle Fries. These were more like wedges and could definitely use Truffle oil. They weren't terrible, but I'm on a hunt for the best Truffle Fries and these weren't it. The Key Lime Pie wasn't too sweet or too tart. Last night was our second visit. Much busier than it was when we went last month. We ordered another dozen oysters, calamari, Steak Tartare, and Hamachi Crudo, Crab Stuffed Mushroom. Our new items consisted of the Lobster Wontons, Lobster Ravioli, Clam Chowder and Lobster Risotto. Unfortunately their Sea Bass had sold out. Definitely will make sure to order it earlier on our next visit. My father-in-law said the Lobster Wontons were probably the best he's ever had. The Lobster Ravioli tasted great, but hubs and I prefer our pasta cooked a little longer rather than al dente. I loved how much came with the Lobster Risotto. Again, I would have liked my rice cooked a little longer, but still really good. We will definitely be back soon!"

Parkside

★★☆☆☆ 2.1 (57)

"Fries are seasoned with Texas heat in mind. I didn't want the heaviness of a bun before a flight so a lettuce wrap was just the ticket. Service is weird because the kitchen isn't attached but the food still comes out hot."

Fogonero Restaurant - Cedar Park

★★★★★ 4.9 (48) • $$

"In the strip mall on Walton Way next to Walmart a new Argentinian restaurant opened. Looking over the menu before I went, Thought the pricing was a little high. Then again everything is priced high now.The was plenty of parking close to the door. I head inside and no one but workers there. I guess lunch is a good time to go.Since I wasn't that hungry, decide to order just an appetizer. The four mini empanadas and a side of sweet plantains it is. So I sipped my tea until the food was delivered. While the empanadas were cooling, I dig into the sweet plantains. So tender and sweet. I had about 3 and realized there were still empanadas to eat. I had one each of ground beef, shredded beef, chicken and cheese. Truthfully they were all delicious. I tried the ground beef first, packed with flavor and love the dough crispy yet soft inside. The chicken was next and I think this was my favorite. I do plan on going again. waiting because we have so many new restaurants that are pricy opening, I want to try others."

Cousins Maine Lobster - Austin

★★★★☆ 3.9 (48)

"They came down to San Antonio today and I had to go try it and took a co-worker with me.I haven't eaten very much lobster so I can't really compare them to other resturants but I will say that what I had was very delicious.The guy recomended the Connecticut Roll and I also had a bowl of lobster bisque.The roll was chock-full of lobster and very rich. It was surprising how much it filled me up. My co-worker thought the same thing. At first he wasn't too keen on eating outside but was glad he went after we were finished.The bisque was also very tasty as well.I found out they come to SA every Sunday and are close to my work on the second Sunday. I'll definitely go back and try some of the other menu items.If you're not sure, just go. If you don't just know you're missing out.Funny thing is I had to go to New Braunfels this morning and passed them up on 35. I took it as a sign I had to go. Lol!"

Joe's Place

★★★★☆ 3.5 (54) • $$

"First time trying this place after coming through this small town for many years going to Warrenton and Round Top for the Antique Shows. Love the old town style of this place. I image an old saloon when entering this place. It was packed tight inside. The wait to be seated was about 30 min. But that told me the food must be good! The service was southern friendly like I expected. The kitchen was smoking like a hat stack and the smoke filled up the dining area. I'm not sure if that is the norm but it seemed to me to be more than what should be expected. We ordered our food and waited another 35 min before our food came out. Again, not sure if that is the norm or because of the Antique Show traffic but it seemed like a bit long. The waitress apologized for the delay in the food without us saying anything at all so I suppose it was not normal. I was with a friend so we had good conversation so no problem. The food was scrumptious! Some of the best fried catfish I have had and the French fries were too! Even the coleslaw was better than most places I've had it. All in all worth the wait and I will be back!"

Con Vista Al Mar

★★★★☆ 3.6 (20)

"Stumbled upon this place while we were visiting for ACL Festival. So glad we did , they did not have a lot of the menu items since they just opened 20 days ago but what we tried would definitely bring us back ! We normally can handle xxxSpicy but the Burnt Habanero Agua Chile was super spicy but we loved it! Everything had a perfect combination of citrus and freshness. Would definitely be coming back. Would recommend as a great hangover remedy. The staff was super nice ! Plenty of parking spaces. Ambience is nice homey feel with great tunes."

The Boat

★★★★☆ 3.5 (203) • $$

"My death row meal is some kind of fish platter with a killer Bloody Mary on a patio and this is the perfect backdrop for that. I LOVE the boat. It's the best parts of a dive and I'm never disappointed with the food. Also their Bloody Mary is probably one of my favorites in Austin. I'll be back as many times as I can and even more for crawfish season. This is also the only place in Austin Ive actually had good crawfish."

Pete’s Cajun Seafood

★★★★★ 4.7 (35)

"This was incredibly good. I got the Petite Shrimp with a potato and sausages, and then seasoned with the lemon pepper Cajun seasoning. First off, that seasoning is amazing and tastes great on everything, I was dipping the sausages in it by the end to get more of it. The potato was good of course. The shrimp was really great though, it wasn't soggy or mushy like some other places I've had around here, and really took to the flavors well. They were super friendly when I tried to figure out what I wanted, and even more so when they apologized for the wait due to all of their phone/online orders, as well as having to make fresh sausages (yum!). I didn't stay and eat on site due to needing to be other places, but there were a number of people eating their food under the umbrellas.I will absolutely be back, because for that price it was so much more than I thought it'd be."

District Kitchen - Anderson Lane

★★★★☆ 4.3 (346) • $$

"I went for the first time a coupleof nights ago with my daughter and a friend and what a treat! First, if you didn't know it was there, you'd never notice it just passing by. The restaurant itself is a neighborhood spot with a casual but well designed yet unpretentious vibe and an equally creative menu. And the noise level was low so as to allow for actual conversation, a rarity these days.Parking is super easy right in front and free, and the staff were all wonderful with great service. But the food was the star! As a starter, we shared the whipped feta with herbs, a drizzle of honey and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds accompanied by warm slices of pita. I could have licked the plate: Do not miss this one! As an entree, I ordered the night's special which was a blackened drum fish filet with a lemon cream sauce. Unlike many blackened fish dishes, this was not overly blackened where you can't taste the fish. It was prepared to perfection and the fish was super fresh. My only wish is that it was a regular menu item because I'd probably never order anything else it was that delicious. My daughter had the Chicken Milanese and our friend had the Bison Burger, both of which they loved. Even though we were comfortably full, we made room to share the zucchini carrot cake for dessert which was heavenly and a large enough slice for 3-4 people to share. I'm already planning my return here when my son is in town in two weeks. This is now my favorite Austin restaurant and it will take a lot to knock it out of first place."

Garbos

★★★★☆ 3.9 (29)

"Everything was amazing here. Being local, I HAD to stop in and give it a try. I had the hatch chili lobster roll with Caesar salad. Worth every penny. Will was prompt and friendly.11/10 would recommend to everyone I know."

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Domain Northside

★★★★☆ 3.7 (548) • $$$

"I had the pleasure of going to Perry's steakhouse again for a Friendsgiving. I have to say the service and the food and the price was amazing.Jason, our waiter was super attentive got all of our orders correct it was a large group plus he was always coming back to see if we needed anything else and cleared our tables and then packed our leftovers because it was a big group. They did charge us an 18% gratuity but because Jason gave such great service, I went ahead and gave him another 10% on top of that . Jason was a super awesome waiter.We got the big pork chops that they only serve on Fridays and I have to say it was cooked perfectly great smoke flavor and was very tender. I got the fully loaded mash potato and it was great. I also got a side of their grilled veggies, and I have to say the flavor and the texture the veggies was super great.This restaurant has superior ambience, even though it was busy everyone there could hear each other talking without a lot of unnecessary noise Perry's is always packed so if you're going to go there, please make a reservation. This is fastly becoming one of my favorite steakhouses.The manager came by our table and welcomed us, which was an extra added touch. Great food, great service and wonderful ambience. Perry''s steakhouse is now on the top of my list."

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$$

"First a disclaimer that this review is based on visiting for a Christmas Eve dinner as our families weren't able to get together. We brought kids knowing that this was going to be fancier than a place that we would typically bring them, but they weren't out of place as there were many families with kids. My wife and I ordered the prix fixe dinner which did not disappoint. Not that I needed more food, but I would have wished that we could get the soup and the salad. My wife had the salad and I had the onion soup. I would say the onion soup was ok, but heavy on the bread and light on the onion. For the main course, we both ordered the filet of mignon with lobster topping. Both of our steaks were cooked perfectly with a generous portion of whipped mashed potatoes.The kids of course ordered sliders and chicken fingers that came with what my daughter described as fancy ranch. No complaints were heard.For dessert, my wife ordered the trio to try, but probably shouldn't have. The pumpkin cheese cake was amazing and plenty to share for all of us.The big surprise though was that Santa made an appearance. The kids were over the moon with the experience. The only trouble was settling them back down after he check if they were on the naughty or nice list. This was unexpected and really made the night.While we typically would visit for a date night without kids (strongly recommend the steak flight with the Wagyu A-5 steak), we recommend coming here with family for a special occasion as well."

La Marina

★★★★☆ 3.5 (28)

"I live in Austin but am originally from Houston. I have to travel to H-town at least 2-3x annually. When I do, I usually make La Grange my half-way stopping point. I sure do miss the Bon Ton. I also miss the Cottonwood. However, the Cottonwood is now occupied by a Mexican and American food restaurant called La Marina. I can't comment on the American food, but I've had their Mexican food several times; the most recent time being this past weekend.I ordered a combo plate w/ a flauta, taco, chalupa and a cheese enchilada. All items were very good; not great, but still very good. Their salsa is pretty watery but it has a mild kick and is very fresh. Service is fast, small-town friendly and efficient.I've certainly had better mexican food, but this is still pretty good, especially considering you're in La Grange. I still think the Bon Ton would be a better choice, but even it's replacement (Mak's Roadhouse) has gone out of business. Maybe somebody will lease that building and re-open the Bon Ton? I sure hope so...."

Din Ho Chinese BBQ

★★★★☆ 3.8 • $$

"Really good Chinese food. My go to place for Chinese food in Austin. Can get really busy though at dinner time. Duck is okay."

HappyRito Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.2 (169) • $$

"If you're craving seafood this is the place! New to the block but a winner on my list already. Great plates selection and really well served with many options for the price! Their grilled shrimp plate with Parmesan fries, red beans & rice was delicious...I'm drooling right now! The shrimp was big! I asked to go but next time I'll eat in to get me a refreshing-spicy "Michelada" to enjoy my meal at full blast! The owners were friendly and helped me make my choices. Give it a try, you won't regret it!"

West Henly Boil Shack

★★★★☆ 4.2 (98) • $$

"Brought the family for an hour or two.Fantastic place, friendly help, great menu, we will be back !"

OKO

★★★★☆ 4.4 (58)

"Oko is an absolute must--Filipino flavors, killer cocktails, and a team that makes you feel like a VIP from the moment you walk in.Let's start with the drinks because wow. The 1000 Miles North was a smoky, mezcal-kissed dream with a breezy Pacific twist, while the Filipini Myth took the classic Painkiller on a tropical joyride. Honestly, I'd come back just for the cocktails.But the food? Equally drool-worthy. The chicken wings? Crispy, perfectly seasoned. The pork belly? Think thick, bacon-y perfection topped with an egg--absolute indulgence. The chicken skin chicharon? Crackly, salty, and addictive. And the meat skewers? Juicy, charred just right, and packed with flavor.The MVP's of the show are most definitely the bartenders. They're passionate, engaging, and mix a mean drink. They made the whole experience unforgettable. Can't wait to come back!"

Fogonero Restaurant

★★★★★ 4.7 (305) • $$

"COME AND EAT HERE! Fogonero is going to knock your socks off, that's just my opinion though. What a find this place is, wish I had come here more soon!I was a bit skeptical walking up cause the place is so tiny, and hidden over in the corner of one of those little shopping mall things on the side of the road with some other stores next to it. A party of 6 come parading out of the door speaking Spanish and laughing, they had told me that this was a good place to eat when I asked.There was a cute patio outside with more tables, but we wanted to chill inside, and might I say that there's not much to the place, or a lot of seating. We sit down, there's music playing somewhat loud, and even a couple got up and started to dance a bit. There were these large beautifully crafted looking rolls of bread just pulled out of the oven cooling down on the server counter, one was cut a bit so you could see all these goodies inside, it filled the room with this sweet amazing aroma. At this point I could tell our dinner was going to be fantastic. Mini Empanadas to start with, crisp, hot, and golden! Each filled differently (Ground Beef, Shredded Beef, Pork, and Cheese). The sauces they brought out with it was also freaking amazing. I got excited and started digging in before I could get a pic of all 4 haha. soon after that our entrées came out, the presentation was very nice, you can tell some excellent cooks are back in that small little kitchen. Juicy meat, with an egg over the rice next to some black beans, with a sliver of cooked cheese topped with some sweet tasty plantains. Everything was fantastic! Of coarse I could not leave without asking what that bread was, I wasn't exactly sure what she had said, but I asked if i could try a slice since they were wanting to sell a loaf of it at a time. She eventually came out with my cut of what I figured out to be Ham Bread! Oh my gosh it was so delicious! I said is there a secret menu that we don't know about? Nope just that it was a seasonal dish that they make! Christmas bread with ham, bacon, olives and raisins! TRUST, you have not lived til you have tried this Venezuelan Christmas Ham Bread. I CAN'T WAIT TO COME BACK!"

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."

Central Station Bar And Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (20)

"Pizza was some of the best I've had. Waiter was great highly recommend this place the building was very cool"

Simar Seafood & Steak

★★★★★ 4.5 (245) • $$

"The decor was so pretty and spacious! We went on a Sunday morning and it wasn't busy at all. They also have a kid play area near the outdoor dining. There was only one waitress, but she was really helpful and attentive. She was really knowledgeable about the menu items and answered all our questions.The food did not disappoint. The chips and salsa was so good. We even asked for extra salsa. The little cup of Caldo Simar was also good. It was just a broth.For the starter we order the shrimp ceviche called Ceviche Azteca. It was very spicy even with the side of fried tortillas and crackers. Ceviche Azteca ($18) includes: shrimp, lime, soy sauce, sesame seeds, pico de gallo, and cucumberWe also ordered the Tacos Nayarit ($17). This included three fried or grilled tilapia fish tacos with cheese, topped with pickles onions, carrots, and red cabbage. It also comes with a scoop of rice and beans. The food was delicious and fresh."

The Kitchen

★★★★☆ 4 (12)

"My new favorite spot. The food and service were exceptional and extremely unique. The fried oyster was ridiculous. The restaurant was beautiful and very clean."

Bay Bay'z Seafood

★★★★★ 4.5 (6)

"Finally made it by to check the place out. We were close by helping out with a friend's booth during the Mardi Gras celebration in town, and it was a busy day in Bastrop Texas. Anyway, made my way to the food court and decided I would give Bay Bay'z a long overdue visit. Now, I'm from SETX, home of some of the best seafood restaurants around, not to mention the home grown cookouts also. I ordered the large cocktail shrimp for us, with a side order of hush puppies and sausages also. You know, to try a little bit of several different things. Order placed, very reasonably priced and handed one of those little "we will beep you when it's ready" devices. As I waited, i watched the crowd moving around the court. I'm not sure the total of food trucks parked there, but what I did notice was the number of people going to Bay'z. The majority of them! The atmosphere is the best in Bastrop, especially when you're here for an event. I imagine weekdays they probably stay a little busy also. Little beeper finally tells me go fetch the food. And of course I hadda try a shrimp or 2 while heading back!! 200 feet later and I've probably had 5 or so. Can't wait to go back to get my seafood fix!! I highly recommend!!! Need to see if I can order online and have it ready to eat week days!"

Clark's Oyster Bar - Austin

★★★★☆ 4.1 (864) • $$$

"They brought 4 slices of sourdough to start the meal with butter and we ordered a dozen oysters! Can't remember the names of them but it was by far the best oysters I've ever had and I've had a lot."