I always pass by this restaurant going to the SoHo house. Finally, on the way out we stopped by…read more I'm so glad we did, the food was delicious. I really enjoyed the my chicken kabob and the hummus. I wasn't too crazy for the potatoes. Outside wasn't too hot so it was very enjoyable and relaxing. The service was excellent. I would definitely recommend this place for sure. I'm going to go back so I try other options on the menu. I do like the atmosphere and the area.

When you dip, I dip, we dip. Give me all these dips over and over please…read more My sister and I went for lunch. She had been a couple times for brunch and wasnt all that impressed but at my request she went again. This time she said was really excellent and she'd go back for non-brunch. Fun food without being inventive for inventive's sake. My only complaint is that it's pretty pricey for what you get but you're paying for the beautiful ambiance and to be able to sit outside without dying of heat. Very cool (literally) porch--not sure what magic they were doing.

I got the combo rice plate and it cost about $17. Very quick service and great portions. I loved…read morethe flavor of the chicken. The food came with a spicy red sauce and a white sauce. Really delicious and great value for money.

We stopped by here for a quick dinner. The service was really quick, though the food took a little…read morelonger since it's made to order. The place was nice and clean. We tried the combination platter over fries, and it was quite tasty. It was generous enough to share.

Really good food here. The bread is huge. But not large enough for the amount of dip they give. The…read morekebabs and rice were made really well. Lots of seating in the area. The tea was good but $8 for a small sugar mint tea felt a bit high.

I'm honestly bummed cause I was really craving Mediterranean food but this was not it. Granted we…read moregot our order to go, so it's possible that eating at the restaurant is better. We got the lamb/beef kebab 1lb and first off the picture online is misleading. It shows for the catering of kebabs, not 1lb. Which is probably on me for not catching that, but that's fine. The kebab itself was just alright. Could have had more seasoning and there chunks of either fat or onions that were not pleasant to chew. The pita was the size of a mini pizza which is nice, but they were so chewy it was disappointing. The sauce was more watery than I would have liked and also not as flavorful. Overall, this was a miss for me.

Loro Asian Smokehouse & Bar combines the best of Texas smoke with Asian influences in a casual…read moresetting, creating one of the most unique, tasty, and creative food experiences in Austin. I love the Loro in DFW, but the original location in Austin is where it all began. This is a must visit. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - The cuisine is creative and elegant, but Loro's genius is its ultra casual setting. Instead of white tablecloth and fancy silverware, there are wooden picnic tables that maximize seating while mimicking the comforts of your backyard. "Grab a beer from the cooler and sit at a picnic table" vibe. 1 Star. Service - There's no beer cooler, but there is an awesome staff that begins with taking your order at the bar. They'll give you a buzzer, and when your food is ready the Loro team will bring the dishes straight to your table. The service is so great and efficient and it's like "fine dining" fast casual. 1 Star. Food - The menu is very unique, mixing Texas smokehouse techniques with Asian underpinnings. The Pork Belly Char Siu is a must order. We ordered this (non-bowl version) because we wanted to focus on the hoisin sauce, super tender "melt in your mouth" pork belly with pickled cucumbers to help cut the richness. We also ordered their Texas Two Step lunch of a juicy onion burger and potatoes that reminded us that Loro can do fancy and comfort at the same time. Both dishes were satisfying and delicious. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. I live in Dallas and Loro has opened in North Texas, but the original location in Austin is a great rzeminder of how great restaurants are meant to be shared with others. 1 Star.

Fed the family of 18 quickly and we loved our food!…read more Chicken Karaage was a favorite! Brussel Sprouts delicious Parking was limited on a Sunday afternoon but worth it Enjoy! Will come again when in Austin.

This has easily become one of my go-to spots. The food is consistently excellent, portions are…read moregenerous, and there's enough variety and customization that you can make it exactly what you're craving. I'm particularly loyal to the Super Duper, especially with mixed proteins, and it never disappoints. But what really puts this place over the top is the service. Julio, the manager, is an absolute class act. He's incredibly attentive, always makes sure my order is exactly how I want it, and somehow manages to be genuinely friendly and upbeat every single time I'm there. That kind of consistency is rare and it makes a huge difference. Great food will get you through the door, but great people turn you into a regular. This place has both. Couldn't recommend it more highly, and if you're in the area wondering whether it's worth a stop, the answer is absolutely yes.

Food is FRESH and hot. To order!! The manager & staff was so kind and welcoming! This establishment…read morewas very clean for just finishing a lunch rush. The music wasn't too loud and customers just enjoying their fresh food! This location absolutely made my day! Those who love CAVA... this will absolutely exceed your expectations- phenomenal food!!!

Why 4 stars? Because I had a halal itch and this kind of scratched it…read more --- --- --- I recently visited New York and every time I do that, I usually have to visit a halal cart. This time, I barely managed to squeeze one into my trip, and it was kind of a last minute stop from a food truck that wasn't even on Yelp. It was fine, but I was left yearning for more after barely getting a taste of it. Enter: my trip to Austin. Upon doing my food research, I was struck by Halal Time's great rating and couldn't pass up the opportunity to visit. I was staying in a hotel less than a mile away, which made it even easier to stop by. The result? I wouldn't say it fully hit the spot on what I'd remembered from old NYC trips, but I did enjoy it. I went with the Beef Shawarma Over Rice plate and it was a perfectly "good, not great" dinner.

First let me start and say the portion is huge. I could not finish it and it was very tasty. At…read morefirst I thought it was too much sauce but once you mix everything together. It was the perfect amount. the chicken meal and baklava dessert was $17 which I felt was good price. My complaint. I preordered on door dash and picked up my order and 3 of my coworkers orders. I get a 30 min lunch and it takes me 8 min to get there and another 8 min to get so I should have had plenty of time. I go up to the window, tell him I'm here to pick up the order and he says door dash has not given him orders for 3 days. So my orders were not made. I had to call everyone to find out what they order and as I'm calling out the orders he's like oh yes I see them. Very confused as to how he has no orders but also has orders? There was construction and graduations going on that day so my commute was a little longer but he not having the orders ready also made me late.

9/10 Halal Hub was…read moreabsolutely worth the stop. I ordered the chicken shawarma over rice and salad, and it was packed with flavor, fresh, and a huge portion. There was still a line at 11 PM, which tells you everything you need to know. It's a little hidden on the corner of a gas station, but don't let that fool you. I wasn't a fan of the red spicy sauce, but the tzatziki was delicious. Next time, I'm trying the tabouli. Great food, open late, and I'd definitely come back.

New fav halal spot!!! The camera did not eat first so that tells you how good it is. The combo over…read morerice is my go to. The rice is actually so flavorful and fresh. Everything is well seasoned and this is a staple in my restaurant rotation. Perfect for a late night bite as well

You have to. You just HAVE to. It's almost too good to be true…read more We showed up on Friday afternoon on my birthday. I was prepared to splurge, since it was my birthday, and I picked a Michelin rec. But I was immediately struck by how reasonably priced everything was. We went all in. We ordered brisket, sausage, lamb bacon ribs, the Egyptian Cowboy, hummus, and that special pink potato salad. The portions were great, even ordering the smallest serving sizes when given a choice. The food was fantastic. I really don't know what else to say. It absolutely deserves its incredible reputation, and it honestly might be the best bang for your buck in TX BBQ. The atmosphere is really cool too. They're stationed outside of Oddwood brewing and shares seating. The outdoor and indoor seating are both very nice. Oddwood also has some great retro arcade games. It makes for a great afternoon or evening out.

Amazing! I had long anticipated tasting this highly acclaimed food truck with the unique Egyptian…read moreflare. It was delicious!!! Now I am a fan of lamb in particular so I was very eager to try the chops. Stellar!!! We also got some ribs as well. The pomegranate glaze was incredible and complimented the flavor of the meat perfectly.

Pretty convenient little spot off the road. Nice setup with a couple spots to sit outside. One of…read morethem is covered. Bit of a language barrier with the guy taking orders. He was really nice though. So I didn't get what I wanted but got what he suggested. And he suggested the beef dumplings as a substitute for what I couldn't get. And oh man, those things are pretty awesome. Tasty for sure. And the presentation I think is really nice. We also had the chicken skewers over rice. Those were good too. But I'd probably stick with the beef next time.

So f^***** good…read more Omg so delicious I got the combo chicken and beef ground plate with the rice and fries and put a bunch of different sauces on it by the recommendation of Ahmed/ Ahmad? Super nice guy! Was super patient with my ignorant questions about the food. It was so good. Even my husband was impressed and would come back. The prices increased by $1 from the posted signs but for $18 after tip it was like 3 meals for me.

I love Austin Restaurant Week because it allows you to try different cuisines at fixed prices for…read morelunch, brunch and dinner along with drink specials. Austin Restaurant Week takes place from August 28th through September 13th. First stop...Rollin Smoke BBQ, located in the Chalmers building, which filled with a crowd of people. I ordered a pull pork sandwich, mac-n-cheese and banana pudding. The pulled pork sandwich was huge, which I shared with the hubs. Quite honestly, I was full after eating 1/4 of the sandwich, which had cabbage, pickles and of course the pork (not the typical stringy pork but chunks of pork bursting with smokey flavor). The mac-n-cheese was substantial with cheese filled shell pasta with a hint of a smokey flavor. So yummy...Well, I might have eaten "all" the banana pudding. This was not your typical banana pudding (dense and flavorful). I certainly understand why they run out of this dessert. Service was superb! Great dining experience...

I have been craving Pork Belly Burnt Ends for the past few days and today, I was able to find a…read moregood parking spot at Chalmers Bar which houses Rollin Smoke BBQ. I order a very nice lite afternoon snack, 1/2 lb of Prime Pork Belly Burnt Ends, 1 Pork Sparerib, and a side of Boozy Brussels. The Prime Pork Belly Burnt Ends which are tossed in bourbon sauce and smoked again for a tender meat candy-like finish which was quite to the contrary, not overbearingly sweet, just a hint. The first time that I went to Rollin' Smoke, I wanted to order the Pork Spareribs but they weren't available so that's when I was introduced to the Pork Belly Burnt ends so today, I ordered just 1 Pork Sparerib today which was good but not great, sadly. I thoroughly enjoyed the Boozy Brussel Sprouts which were smoked and flashed fried, a balsamic glaze with whiskey soaked raisins and parmesan. I am definitely returning to check out the Half Chicken Plate with 2 small sides that I eyeballed.