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    J5 Steakhouse

    4.0 (228 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Happy hour specials

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    Brownie Sundae

    This place has Amaaaaazing service and delicious food. We enjoyed the salmon and the ribeye. Then we topped it off with bread pudding and brownie sundae. The owners came by the table multiple times and shared a laugh. We will be back!

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    Rica R.

    Food 5/5 . Had Firecracker Shrimp, Majestic Redfish and Creme Brûlée Service and Staff 5/5. Our server was very attentive, accommodating and very sweet! Ambience and Aesthetic 5/5. Outside and inside was very nice and relaxing! My favorite is the ceiling inside with twinkling lights!

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    Tiffany C.

    J5 steakhouse is amazing! It is absolutely beautiful inside! The food is excellent! Absolutely get the French onion soup! The steaks are perfectly cooked. Our waiter Pierce was professional. The owner are extremely kind and care about the customers! I highly recommend going there often! It is our new favorite!!

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    James K.

    The last review I read was right on the mark! A "hidden gem"! We are new to the Spicewood area and just now trying out the neighborhood. We were driving down 71 and have see the sign many times and didn't think much of it but we were hungry and figured we would try and see if this could be a new "regular" place for us. The short answer is YES! Plenty of parking but I can imagine during summer months, it might be busier. It was a Saturday evening and we didn't need reservations but again, I suspect in warmer times, it might be better to check ahead instead of just walking in as we did. We were seated right away; it's a nice restaurant. A bit contemporary with a nice dining area and even an outdoor dining area. There's a bar area with several TV's playing sports and looks like a fun place to come for a quick bite and watch a game. The wine selection was pretty decent and even found a few that I have at home so it was nice to enjoy a glass. We started off with a few appetizers: we had the firecracker shrimp and the spinach artichoke dip. The shrimp dish was nice but as for the 'spicy' part, I would rate the spiciness as a "2" on a scale of 1-10. And I do agree with the previous reviewer who mentioned the quality of the dip being less than what one would expect. I don't recommend the spinach dip and hopefully they will try and improve this. I had the chopped salad which is there version I'm guessing is sort of like a wedge salad. It was good but it would be better if they just simply served it as a traditional wedge. The dressing was good. For entree's, we had the Rack of Lamb and the Prime Filet. The lamb was incredible and the filet was without question one of the best I've ever had. I ordered it medium rare and it was cooked to perfection with a nice pink center. Every single bite of that filet was just incredible! For sides, we had the grilled asparagus, sweet brussels and a baked potato. It's hard to serve a bad baked potato and this came loaded. The asparagus was excellent and the BEST brussel sprouts I've ever had. It's hard to believe but we did have a little room for dessert. The meal was spectacular, we figured why not try dessert. We tried the brownie sundae and the chocolate torte. The brownie is amazing and enough for two if you want to split a dessert. The chocolate torte is VERY decadent and if you are even questioning which to pick... choose this! I would come here just for a glass of red wine and the chocolate torte! Yes, there are a few items they could improve on, but it is unquestionably a 5 Star restaurant! Service was great, the ambiance and food were amazing. We are pretty excited to be living here knowing we have this place to frequent. Even if you live down in Austin, you won't regret the drive up to check out this amazing "hidden gem".

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    Good, used to be one of my favorite spots but food was cold and service was lacking this time, I wonder if the chef has changed?

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    Loved our dinner there last night. Great night to be out on deck. Great service to boot. Steak was excellent.

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    We love J5! Great ambiance, friendly owners & staff and delicious food! Prime Filet is my favorite!!

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    Best firecracker shrimp & roasted cauliflower ever. My husband loves their steak. Service is always spectacular!

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    We've eaten there a few times. The food is great and so is the service.

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    I meet up with a couple of friends at this restaurant. The food and service was awesome! Live music was great!

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    Great food great service and very reasonable pricing. Only issue is pretty noisy inside when their busy.

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    4.4
    (127 reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$

    Five of us girls met up here on Friday night at 6:30. We had the most attentive and friendly…read moreserver. Three of us had arrived earlier and ordered already and our server came by to greet us two and take our drink order right away if we were ready. We were not so she gave us some time and came back. Throughout the night, she checked on us. At the end of the night, she offered to split all our checks and remembered everyone's orders and how to to accurately split the drinks. Each lady paid for an appetizer. The appetizers were all very good though I would say there are limited gluten free options. The girls shared the Tempura Cauliflower. It looked really good and apparently was also delicious but unfortunately not gluten free. The Charcuterie Board with cheese, salami, pepperoni, and smoked salmon was yummy, as were the brussel sprouts and chicken kabobs. The server said the marinade was not gluten free but I decided to eat it anyways. The chicken was juicy and seasoned well. I really liked the brussel sprouts too. The Dirty Martinis and Paper Plane were great. My friend had the Cucumber cocktail but opted for soda water instead of Sprite and she said it was really good. It looked pretty. The restaurant offers a nice vibe for hanging out and has a great selection of cocktails, wines, and food. I didn't get a chance to try an entree but I'm sure they are good. We had the best server so I'd say this place is a winner.

    What a great place to celebrate a birthday! They presented music, singing and Bread Pudding with a…read moreSparkler to the Birthday guest. Everyone enjoyed the outstanding and delicious food and drinks. The service was also first rate. Best part was the ambiance! Everyone was super friendly and sound level was perfect. Allowing us to enjoy our conversations and good times. This is now our favorite Lakeway Restaurant. Please open for lunch so that we can enjoy you more often!

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    Inside decor
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    Luck Ranch

    Luck Ranch

    4.0
    (9 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    Great place to catch an outdoor show/festival (live music). Did you know Willie's movie the "Red…read moreHeaded Stranger" was filmed here? I didn't until we visited. I'd always heard of the mystical Luck Ranch and was thrilled to be able to attend. Spacious outdoor area with a big field for parking (paid parking), stage for performers, food, drinks, etc...all you'd expect to find at an outdoor venue. The twist is, at least for me, the old Western, cowboy town feel. There's just something magical about it. Another note-like any other sort of venue of this caliber, drinks & food can be a little pricey. Folks are super friendly and helpful.

    My first time here, I went mid-March to see Lucinda Williams/Waxahachie. In addition to the…read moreentrance fee, you have to got on TicketHub (or something similar) just to pay $20 to park! And the 'parking lot' just a field 2 miles away. So you have to pay $20 (plus fees) just to take a shuttle bus back and forth. Once there, there is very little shade, and all the nice places to sit down are- surprise! VIP Areas! I went in mid-March and it was triple digit temps. The show times were NOT announced, so I had to wait 4-5 hours in the sun to see Lucinda. This place IS cool, and a great venue to see once, but i wouldn't go again unless it was someone I REALLY wanted to see, and then it would be in Winter. Good: Nice-looking proper Olde West Town, lots of food trucks, free water.

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    Nasha

    Nasha

    4.4
    (25 reviews)
    8.2 mi

    Nasha on 620 is such a cool and unique place. The ambiance is hard to describe -- it's stylish,…read morevibrant, and has a personality all its own. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm, friendly smile at the bar. The bartender kindly seated me outside since it was a beautiful day, and I always prefer patio dining when the weather allows. Their outdoor seating is comfortable and inviting, making it easy to relax and enjoy the atmosphere. I started with pomegranate juice (which I love for its health benefits), and then ordered one of their unique enchilada dishes served with clove rice. The flavors were bold and different in the best way. Now let's talk about the chicken wings -- because as many of you know, I'm very particular about my wings. These did not disappoint. They weren't overly spicy, which I appreciated, but they had a perfect balance of chili powder and paprika that gave them a delicious depth of flavor. They were cooked to perfection -- tender inside with just the right texture on the outside. Absolutely delicious. That's exactly why I'm giving Nasha a 5-star review. I will definitely be coming back for those wings alone. If you want to impress someone or try something with a different and creative menu, this is the place. I highly recommend!!

    Visited this little spot while on a quick trip to Austin okay I mean Bee Caves/Lakeway (same…read morething). Small spot in a shopping strip easy parking. Seat anywhere once inside quick service for a late afternoon lunch date with my husband and niece. Menus were provided and waters offered fairly quickly. We ordered the Masala Fries as an appetizer so very good. Highly recommend those! My niece & I had the chicken Tiki Masala I thought it was a perfect portion size. My husband had the Millionaires Curry with Lamb but he said it was just a brown sauce. He did order it medium spicy. It wasn't what he wanted or expected. We also had Nan and my niece ordered Bhakri because she is Celiac, I did not like it but she did and that's all that matters. I enjoyed my meal and really liked the Garlic Nan. We will be returning customers.

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    Hops & Thyme

    Hops & Thyme

    4.1
    (361 reviews)
    6.1 mi
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    What's another great round of the best chicken wings and full menu. The waiter was very nice to see…read moreset me down and my favorite chair and seat. I was humble by the friendliness in this restaurant. I didn't sat and ordered a mango beer my absolute favorite. I ordered the schnitzel which is a German dish absolutely out of this world delicious and they even serve it with some lemon that you can squeeze on top that gives it the flavor and the delicious taste of the crispiness on the top of the breaded chicken. The one thing I wanna stress is as you know the chicken wings is my absolute Favorite because it's not overwhelmed wit With noisy overdone seasonings and tons of barbecue which I do not like. Services top-notch very attentive I'm humbled and happy within great service I received today. If there's ever a problem they'll correct it immediately with no hesitation. I never had a problem here before Never had a problem here before and watch out for their specials too they do run special half off on happy hour chicken wings. Until next time!

    Great service. Like meeting up here with my friend and her husband. We come Wednesday night for…read moretheir trivia. Food has always been really great. Like their cocktails. Patio is very large. We normally play trivia outside, but I guess with the humidity we had, they decided to do it inside. Great time, great food, great service

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    Wings, 2 flavors: Buffalo & HT Dry Rub. Order extra crispy.
    Wings, 2 flavors: Buffalo & HT Dry Rub. Order extra crispy.
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    Caddie Shack

    Caddie Shack

    3.8
    (5 reviews)
    4.5 mi
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

    Caddie Shack is the member's bar for the Point Venture Golf Club…read more It is open to the general public. Yeah, you will pay about twenty cents more for each beer than do the members. You will barely notice the extra expense. * * * The Caddie Shack is probably closer to the look and feel of a British pub than are most of the fake British pubs you find in the United States. No - it is not because they serve British beer. They don't serve bitters or microbrews of any kind. They serve Bud Light and Shiners and Coronas. No it is not because they have wainscoting or tartan carpets or the British Premier League on TV. The building is prefab aluminum sheeting. The decoration is negligible. They have basketball and baseball on TV. They got air hockey, shuffleboard and pool. This place could be a military canteen on an army base. It could be a rec room in somebody's house. * * * So what's so British pub-like about a prefab aluminum shack with bar games and cans of lager beer? What makes a real British pub is the sense of community. It is THE public house in the village. There is no other common place to meet - except church. There is no McDonald's. There is no Starbucks. Where do you go to meet your mates? The local. And there is one and only one local. The minute you enter the pub - you feel like you have walked into a family living room - Because this is where the whole family is hanging out. * * * Point Venture is at the very very tippity tip of Lago Vista. It is a good seven miles of twisty-turny driving from FM 1431. It is surrounded on three sides by water. It is far from everything else in the state of Texas. So the only people who go to the Caddie Shack are the people who live in Point Venture. There is one other restaurant near the marina in Point Venture. But otherwise - the Caddie Shack is what there is. So this is where people come and this is where people hang out. Management makes a point to have music most nights. There are regular poker tournaments. (Big cash penalty if you show up late.) There are big sheets of paper on the wall marking everyone's bet on who is going to win the NFL Divisional Championship games this week and what the point spread will be. A lot of people have signed up for bets. It is not that everyone is buddy buddy with everyone else. (People aren't buddy buddy with everyone else in a British pub either). Married couples sit at their tables by themselves playing Buzztime trivia or watching what's on TV. Groups of three and four play the various bar games. Some couples have conversations, soulful or otherwise, just sitting at the bar. This is the place you go in Point Venture, if you don't want to stay home and watch Netflix. Hanging out here is as routine as hanging out in the snack bar in your dorm. * * * I am not a Point Venture kind of a guy. I could never afford the spectacular houses on the lake. Those houses look small from the road. They go down three or four stories BELOW street level. The lower lakefront levels are palatial and magnificent. I don't play golf. I don't like boats. I don't drive a pick-up truck. (The mansions have two or three.) But Caddie Shack just melds in nicely with the Point Venture lifestyle. Any place that brings people together, serves the function of bringing people together. I like the vibe and feeling of Caddie Shack. * * * Now being a twisted Austin yuppie, I can go back to pursuing my obsessions. I like eight ingredient cocktails. I like unsigned bands with songs in 8/17 time. I like violent Korean movies. I like Iranian braised meat dishes with sour lime. What passes over my plate changes every day. I eat some of the most interesting meals in the world. But when I walk into a place where I am eating, I never recognize a single person.

    Good entertainment Good environment…read more Wonderful people Great place Beer is cold Clean

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    The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge

    The Lighthouse Restaurant & Lounge

    4.0
    (255 reviews)
    3.9 mi
    $$

    Amazing food, beautiful views, easy access from your boat when you dock. Service is amazing!read more

    I really wanted to enjoy this place. The setting certainly…read moregives it every opportunity to succeed. Sitting along the marina with boats gently coming and going, The Lighthouse has all the ingredients for an afternoon you don't want to end. Unfortunately, our experience never quite found its sea legs. We arrived with a party of five and walked up to the host stand where several young employees greeted us... sort of. We let them know there were five of us. They nodded. That was it. No "What's your name?" No "We'll get you on the list." No "It'll be about a 30-minute wait." Just... nodding. As more guests started filing in behind us, I finally walked back up and asked if they needed our name or phone number. The group looked at one another like I'd asked them to solve a calculus equation. Eventually someone located a scrap of receipt paper and a marker to write our information down. I'm choosing to believe it was someone's first day because otherwise, it was a genuinely confusing start. The patio was bustling, but considering Texas had apparently opened the Gates of Hades that afternoon, our group requested indoor seating. A plus? There was only one table seated inside and they were just having drinks. We thought it would be a very short wait. About thirty minutes later, one of the hosts finally asked, "Would y'all be okay sitting inside?" Our entire table answered in unison: "YES." Once seated, things improved... at least initially. The dining room overlooking the marina is comfortable, with large windows that let the view do most of the decorating. The televisions were on without dominating the room, making it easy for our family to settle in and enjoy something we hadn't done in years--simply sit around one table together and catch up. Thankfully, we had plenty to talk about because the food took a while to arrive. My brother and I decided to split The Shipwreck, the restaurant's signature sandwich. On paper, it sounded incredible: fried chicken, fried cream cheese, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, homemade blueberry jam, and an order of their truffle fries. That's a sandwich that practically dares you not to order it. Unfortunately, reality didn't quite match the menu. The biggest disappointment was the "homemade blueberry jam." It wasn't jam. It tasted exactly like canned blueberry pie filling. That one ingredient completely threw off the sandwich for me. (thankfully, just in case, we had asked for it on the side) Beyond that, it was... fine. Not bad. Not memorable. Just an average fried chicken sandwich wearing a few extra accessories in hopes of becoming something special. For more than twenty dollars, I wanted something that made me think about it on the drive home. Instead, I mostly thought about how much potential it had. The truffle fries were another miss. They arrived barely warm and were cold before we made it halfway through the basket. The promised truffle flavor was faint, there were a few shavings of Parmesan, and instead of the garlic aioli listed on the menu, we were served plain mayonnaise. Meanwhile, our server proved elusive. After taking our order and delivering the food, she seemed to disappear entirely. When she finally resurfaced to greet the table beside us, we took the opportunity to ask for our check before she vanished again. To be fair, two members of our party ordered the chicken fried steak and both enjoyed it, so there were certainly bright spots on the menu. But as a whole, none of us walked away particularly impressed. It's disappointing because The Lighthouse has so much working in its favor. The location is wonderful. The view is exactly what you'd hope for on Lake Travis. The atmosphere invites you to slow down and stay awhile. Now it just needs food and service that rise to meet the setting. As for me? The Lighthouse didn't quite guide me safely to shore. Next time, I'll be looking for another place to dock in search of a better meal.

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    Build your own omelette. Yum!
    Build your own omelette. Yum!
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    Travis Restaurant

    Travis Restaurant

    2.8
    (59 reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$$

    Spent the weekend at the resort and had the pleasure of eating at this restaurant for breakfast and…read moredinner. Both were fantastic experiences. The breakfast staff was very kind. I wish I had his name. He made a perfect coffee for me and the Lobster and Crab Quiche was excellent. It had large pieces of both meats and it was seasoned to perfection. The ambience on the patio was chill. We had a pool view under a veranda. For dinner the wait staff was a lot slower. My dinner mate did address the staff and he came back very apologetic which was nice that he did at least address his tardiness. I believe they were understaffed which is about norm for today's restaurant life. I had the wood fired artichoke hearts, deviled eggs, and my guest had the airline chicken. All dishes were spectacular. The deviled eggs were very unique and full of flavor. I think they were my favorite, but the other two dishes were just as grand so I would definitely get these again. I unfortunately did not get any pictures of my breakfast items. All in all this was the highlight of the stay. I must say that for an old resort in this part of Texas, I was mighty shocked that it tasted so good.

    This resort is already a hidden gem. This restaurant is the crown jewel. The chef has outdone…read morehimself with the new years eve menu. The service is always super attentive and friendly. But tonight it was over the top and each entree was a particular delight.

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