Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile

All their steaks are grown on the Jacoby farm and are dry-aged 21-28 days. I'm really down for that type of "farm to table" supply chain. And I do think it showed in the quality.We came for happy hour, so the chicken fried steak and the steak frites we half off (I think the bill ended up being $14 and $21 respectively).I think the star was the chicken fried steak. Really crispy exterior, pillowy white gravy, tender steak inside. If I had to be critical, I think there may have been too much crazy, because it didn't add a ton of flavor (you can, of course, add pepper yourself). It did come with a little arugula salad, with a vinaigrette, which did provide nice contrast.The steak frites were solid (though not amazing). There was some gristle near the ends, but for the most part, the steak was tender for a sirloin cut. It was also cooked very well to specification, but did need a little salt to really bring out that beefy flavor. Even though they weren't meant to be the star, the frites actually shined.The service and ambiance I found very pleasant as well. Our waiter was attentive, but not overbearing. Also was happy to answer questions. The patio was lit just enough to provide a hip mood/vibe and had overhead heaters for when it started to get cold. We walked through the backyard on our way out, and it looked like a cool spot to have a beer on a warm night before your reservation.All in all, I'd recommend Jacoby's, it's well- worth the stop! But definitely recommend stopping by during happy hour, otherwise the price tag gets a little heavy.

Ate at this spot for brunch while visiting Austin. To our surprise, the only parking available for this establishment is against a fence along the street. Otherwise you had to valet. Nice and quaint on the inside with a gift shop type vibe at the entrance. The candles smelled so good. When we entered, the hostess asked if we had reservations which we didn't. She in turn, said we could sit outside as if it was a punishment but the weather was perfect for outside seating. She sat us at a table that was near something that was dripping water from the ceiling which I felt, so we asked to move and did. Their outside dining had a nice outdoor country type view. I ordered the chicken fried steak with gravy and waffles. Our waited said it was a popular dish. It was pretty good. The gravy was a bit bland, however. My BFF order the grilled meatloaf sandwich. She didn't like it at all, unfortunately. We didn't realize until we left that we completely forgot to get the famous strawberry cake. I do recommend giving it a try. Apparently, it's a hotspot amongst the locals.

Make reversions! Especially for busy peak dinning times.Indoor and outdoor seating available. Heavy AC indoors, so bring a light jacket. Fans outdoors. Perfect sunset vibes for a romantic outdoor dinner. Lovely outdoor space that you will enjoy and take many photos in. The backdrop of the river is a nice photo op. Eclectic indoor ambiance, that's versatile for any kind of occasion--from birthdays to dates to group gatherings. Everyone will find something to enjoy about this location. Service was impeccable. Amiable and helpful staff made our experience seamless and enjoyable. Food was delicious--would gladly return to sample more menu items.Texas caviar bean trio was the simplest item we tried. A bit bland and needed more seasoning and texture (crunch--needed more onions, and smoothness--needed more avocado and oil). Skip. You can easily make this at home and jazz it up to taste.Market price NY strip comes with mash potatoes and garlic asparagus. Everything was perfectly executed--what a delight. The up charge of bone marrow butter was tasty.Market price Fillet mignon with up charge of grits and Brussels plus up charge of bone marrow butter was spot on. Perfect cuts of meat. Highly recommend it you're looking for quality protein. The grits were not worth the up charge but the Brussels were crunchy and sweet--what great texture. House made Strawberry Cake was sweet and simple. Good to share after a filling meal. You'd be a bit too full for all that sweetness if you don't split the perfectly normal portion.

We came to Jacoby's randomly on a Saturday looking for a brunch spot we'd never been to. We got two seats at the bar which felt really crammed (and the seats weren't super cozy) but we made it work. We were told to order the biscuits and gravy by others who've been so we did (plus an order of the deviled eggs). Probably shouldn't have ordered both because we were full. We split an entree as a result, the hash, which was delicious but we both wished there was more meat in it. The seasonal cocktails were the highlight of the meal! And the bartenders were really friendly, too. I want to come back for dinner because after sharing the experience with friends, dinner over brunch was recommended.

I thought I'd been to every famous brunch spot in Austin already, but my friend booked Jacoby's today for his going away meal, and it was such a wonderful experience from start to finish. The hostess initially sat us on the lower level of the patio, but I felt like it was more lively on the actual patio so I asked to move, and she was able to oblige almost immediately. Such great service! Our waiter was so sweet and awesome. I told him it was our friend's farewell brunch, and he brought out a really nice strawberry cupcake at the end. I honestly think the brunch food is really solid. I do love brunch but find that I don't have a strong opinion of most brunch plates I order, but today, I felt bad for wanting to eat every single bit of my chicken fried steak and waffles. I don't normally love chicken and steak because fried chicken is so heavy, but I absolutely love that they sub chicken fried steak as the main protein and also offer delicious gravy with sausage. The hardest decision is what to order for brunch--savory or sweet? For once, I was so satisfied because the gravy and sausage were savory but the maple syrup with the waffle was sweet. I tried some of my friends' steak and eggs and brisket benny, and both were also very delicious. Everything was super well cooked. My three friends and I also shared a carafe mimosa, and it was pretty strong. Not badly priced either for two full bottles of champagne. Service was on par--shoutout to our waiter! From the hostess to a staff member who took our photos..Jacoby's is definitely up there on my favorite brunch spots. I will be back!!!

My friend and I came here for a bite to eat before a ghost tour. She had made reservations online, which is highly recommended.I showed up first and was annoyed with having to pay $6 for valet parking. The attendant backed my car into a spot right near the entrance which I clearly could have done. Also, what was weird was that Venmo was specific to him. For starters, my friend and I got the deviled eggs with bacon. Why was it three pieces instead of four? It is annoying when restaurants use odd numbers. Is there some weird science behind that? The eggs were good and I loved the spicy hot sauce. However, I do not think they were worth the price.For my meal, I ordered the steak fritest. The steak was overcooked, and my meal came out just warm. I would never complain about this in a restaurant, but I was disappointed. I knew the steak and fries would have been better cooked med rare like I had asked, and coming out to me hot. That is why I am not changing my review rating.My friend had ordered the shrimp and grits and Brussels sprouts. The sprouts never showed up with our main course, and we had to ask about them. We ended up getting them complimentary, which was appreciated. The Brussels sprouts were amazing, the star of the whole meal!!! They were a fresh batch, flavorful, and just amazing overall.I had tried two drinks while here. The Marfa margarita was tasty, and the flavor was great. I would recommend getting that. The spicy Texan...I don't know where to begin...they must have run out of jalapeno peppers and subbed red bell pepper; it lacked both booze and spicy. Overall, I would come back here. I know my review does not sell it but I felt like maybe some of the issue was due to how busy it was the night I went.One thing to note is food allergies. They are great in accommodations and labeling the menu. It was clear I could have the deviled eggs, steak frites, and Brussels sprouts.

We met some of our good friends here. We had a wonderful dinner! Our waiter was amazing and took very good care of us. Everything was delicious. We had a great time and we will definitely be back.

I had no idea this place had such a wonderful patio and lovely riverside ambiance. We did a whole food tour for my husband's birthday week and this was on our burger stop list. He loved it. I was impressed by the vegetarian friendly options too and came back stuffed from an excellent meal. The place is charming, service is great, definitely recommend for a date night, special occasion or to impress out-of-town guests.

What a wonderfully surprising meal I had at Jacoby's! This unassuming little spot is tucked in between large buildings and s almost feels like an afterthought, but don't let it fool you. The inside is cozy and welcoming and almost feels like you've landed in someone's parlorThe staff was friendly and helpful, even giving me a place to stow my luggage as I came right from the airport. "We don't want you to be crowded at your table" the hostess said. The food and drink were both homey and refined. The flavors had an upscale sensibility coming from traditionally down-home dishes. I had the meatloaf and the strawberry cake, the matriarchs recipe, and now I'm disappointed I did t try the pimento cheese too!If you're in Austin I would wholeheartedly recommend you check Jacobys out.

AMBIANCE: From the moment I walked in, I felt all the warm, southern vibes from Jacoby's. The interior décor of Jacoby's can be described as industrial, featuring metal, wood, and leather textiles with clean lines. You'll see rustic looking furniture and place settings with factory inspired light fixtures.FOOD: Served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am - 2 pm, you'll find brunch being served at Jacoby's. If you are into beef, you'll find their featured dishes to satiate your palate, as their beef is raised and dry aged for 21-28 days on their family farm. If not, there are other noteworthy entrées on the menu, including the dish I had: The Crab Cake Benedict. The Crab Cake Benedict was perfection-- savory, decadent, briny and sweet with a dash of lemon. WARNING: the crab cake benedict runs at a steep price of $26. I also got to try a few of the morning side dishes, but noticed they were definitely hearty... as most southern cuisines are ie: smoked cheese grits, mac and cheese, etc. DRINKS: SO many to try that sound precisely curated with sooo little time and money! For a large group, I would highly recommend ordering one of their hefty large pitchers of mimosas for $47, and yes, that is a whole bottle of bubbles! WARNING: the pitcher is heavy heavy, hold tightly or designate the most sober to serve