We finished up some work near the airport and were ready for a late lunch and wanted to try…read moresomething new. We came over to try blue norther but wandered around a bit and are so happy we found this place! We got two smash burgers and a shrimp roll. The shrimp roll was twice the size we anticipated and did not disappoint in flavor! The bread was super flavorful and perfectly toasted. The shrimp had a nice light sauce coating it but was not too heavy, very classic new england flavors. The burgers were bursting with flavor and very enjoyable, if im being very critical i would prefer a bit more burger to bun ratio but it was still really good!

Overall score 3.8 out of 5…read more Honestly, I'm probably being too nice with my score. The only reason I came here was because I had a 4.8 rating. Had the shrimp Poboy it was OK, but it does not come with enough Shrimp has some flavor but honestly, the whole burger bun is pointless. Definitely not worth the 14+ dollars I spent. Staff was very friendly Location is cool, but it is outside Honestly, I will never go here again

I do not give too many 5 stars, but this place, this time, this visit, got it. A friend who lives…read morein Kyle, has never been here and I was traveling so this place he recommended. From the beginning walking in, not busy at all but maybe we were early, through our 3 hour convesation and meal that place was super packed. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming from the furniture to the staff. The server was a young thang but very knowledgable of their menu minus some of the cocktails. From the appetizers to the 3 courses ordered, desert and cocktails it was magnificent. Definitely would like ot try more menu options next time in Austin.

We came here for a happy hour (3:30-6:30 T-Fr) as they have $5 off all beginnings and discounted…read moreoysters. Here's what we ordered: 1. New Orleans BBQ Shrimp - tasty and a pretty big portion with freshly grilled bread 2. Steamed Mussels - another bigger portion app that had a really nice white wine butter sauce 3. Grilled Oysters - these were excellent and I could've ordered many more portions 4. Clam Chowda - bowl was a big portion and super filling so could've probably just done the cup. 5. Shrimp & Grits - this was just ok in my opinion. We've had way better 6. Lastly ended with the creme brulee which was good but the topping of white powdered chocolate (?) and sorbet was such a weird pairing and did not go well. Overall this would be 3.5 stars. Nothing here that I'd crave and want to come back for but not a bad meal either. Convenient location next to so many offices and Westlake, and plenty of parking.

Seconding what someone else said about them making it more obvious they're open! There was another…read moretruck in the park closed and I was worried they are too because it's tucked into a corner and there aren't lights or anything, but I LOVE seafood so I got closer to check and saw the paper open sign in the window. The man cooking is incredibly sweet and came in clutch when I forgot to order seasoning. I was visiting from a region known for crab/seafood boils and was not disappointed! Crab tends to turn to shreds when it's overboiled, and I was EASILY pulling out nice, intact pieces from the shell, so no worries about that here. If you're in the area, definitely approach the truck even if it looks closed--worth it to double check!

I love that there's a seafood place in such a great location in the city. This food truck is a must…read moreif you're craving seafood and they are very generous on the butter! I would like more garlicky flavoring or something seems to be missing from the butter. They aren't stingy with their servings and the guy working that day was nice. It's tucked away in the back left corner so I suggest checking it out! It is outside dining so be prepared to swat away the flies

Nice local spot right around the corner, had the Baja shrimp tacos and a margarita. Definitely will…read moretry the ceviche next time. Definitely coming back!

Food was delicious. Everything came out quickly and looked amazing. Server was a bit inexperienced…read more But we didn't need much help. I knew I was getting the tostadas trio. Will be back soon. So many options on the menu. Cant wait to try the seafood boil and the sushi even!

A friend convinced me we needed the bacon flight as well as mac and cheese. She was right! What a…read morefun tasting. Truly excellent mac and cheese, to be honest much better than it looks. Easy parking in Lamar Union. Casual setting. Good amount of indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly, fast & knowledgeable staff!

Absolutely brutal dining experience! We went with a group on a Saturday and it was moderately…read moresteady. On the wall, they had cute little rules and one of them said to bring your appetite because this isn't a small plate restaurant. The food was taking a while but we were told many times that it wouldn't be much longer because their fastest chefs were working. We waited an hour and 20 minutes for our food which was all brought out one at a time in a staggered way so we were all done at different times. If you order fries, you will get 15 or so of them which is whatever but don't post signs on your way saying big portions are coming. Sandwiches could have been kid sized. We will never be back. Seriously terrible. I do not like posting negative reviews but this place was the worst.

Friday's $25 prix fixe lunch menu is worth it! You get an app, two tacos, and dessert. The $1 margs…read moreseal the deal. My limit is 2! Great service (Thanks, Collin!) in an elegant and relaxing environment. Parking is limited. Reservations recommended.

2 years later, the place still looks cool, though a little more worn off…read more They started a great happy hour, $10 for a margarita and 2 tacos (they are smaller but delish) The tequila ceviche was super weird, the foam was pretty but yuk, but once the foam went down into liquid, it turned out very good. Service was nice, friendly and professional. Highly recommend for HH! Pro-tip: if you're not big on fish, you can ask to switch your second taco to meat, and vice versa.

OH i will be back again. EE was such an amazing server! She knew the menu in depth and was able to…read morespeak to all of the dishes that would best suit would we were looking for and we were NOT disappointed. Food was 100000/10. Plates were cleareddddd and vibes at this place perfectly matched each other. everything tasted SO fresh. unbelievable

Completely different experience from when they first opened!…read more We had reservations but had to wait a little while before our table became available. We didn't mind, but Arielle, the Maître d', made the experience even better by offering us a complimentary beverage. It was unexpected and such a thoughtful gesture. As soon as we were seated, Johnathan took excellent care of us. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and provided fantastic recommendations. We tried the este ceviche, tuna tiradito, quesadilla de hongos, and pescado a la crema--every dish was incredibly fresh and absolutely delicious. The Garden G&T was refreshing and perfectly crafted. They now offer a daily happy hour from 5-6 p.m., and on Fridays from 12-5 p.m. they feature specials on select bites, $10 margaritas, and 25% off bottles of wine. That definitely ensures I'll be back for many more visits!

Date night at Garrison restaurant in the Fairmont Hotel - Austin. The Fairmont Hotel is a fun…read morehotel with all of its Texas and Austin references throughout the hotel. During the holidays, it is especially appealing with all the Christmas decorations and lights. From the parking garage, you meander through the hotel to the casual restaurant make a left turn, which takes you through a restaurant food court that leads you to Garrison. It is almost like a treasure hunt. We ordered 7oz Texas Wagyu Petite Tender and Seremoni Black Cod*cod for dinner with the associated vegetables. While the food is very good, the portion size is small. So do not come ravenous or you will end up spending quite a lot of money. We also had a specialty desserts which components of pretzel, mouse and chocolate. Overall service was good.

We've been coming to Garrison for nearly four or five years now, basically since the early days…read morewhen Chef Jakub was just getting started. What originally brought us in? A few extremely convincing photos of truffle tater tots. That alone was enough to lock us in for life. Over the years, we've celebrated milestones here and watched the restaurant evolve. Chef Jakub took a short sabbatical at one point, and while the food was still good, it just wasn't Garrison. Now that he's back, it honestly feels like he returned with even more passion than before. The kitchen is firing on all cylinders again. We recently came in for the Valentine's Day prix fixe, kids in tow, and somehow it worked beautifully. The kids loved every moment, and so did we. Favorites this time around were split between the truffle pasta (dangerously good) and the perfectly cooked rib eye, which was executed flawlessly. And then there's David, somehow always our server, and somehow always amazing. He has an incredible instinct for recommending the perfect balance of drinks, reads the table effortlessly, and isn't shy about making things right if something feels even slightly off. That kind of service is rare and makes the entire experience feel relaxed and confident. Side note: whoever the pastry chef is... you are an absolute menace (said with love). The chocolate cake, paired with ice cream and just the right crunch, has been living rent-free in my head ever since. I'm still thinking about it. Possibly dreaming about it.

Poke was good, it was pricey but they do Hawaiian-style poke well, which is difficult to find in…read moreTexas. Better than most Poke places in terms of the food. The location is very basic, restroom was out of order. Don't expect a classy experience, but it was clean and the poke is ono.

The best of the Hawaiian style poke in Austin…read more My go to is the Big Jim, kale and rice base. Regular is enough for 1 or 1 and a little!. It looks small but packs a punch.

Had reserved this restaurant a month before visiting Austin. Had chosen this spot after some…read moreresearch for hip, high end restaurants with great food and ambiance. This restaurant was everything I could of asked for. I'm from Los Angeles, and have been to many high end and hip restaurants, this was definitely up there with some of the best restaurants. Food: The lamb chops and Branzino were absolutely delicious, my aloe cocktail was just ok but the old fashion was probably the best I have had. Highly recommend it. The staff was also super nice and very hard working as they tried to te arrange umbrellas for possible rain. Beautiful decor and ambiance.

Last night was our second visit to ABA, and considering that it's a two hour drive to get to, that…read moresays a lot. Both times, the food has been spectacular, the service off the page, and the atmosphere and ambiance magnificent. We tried three mezzes last night, and each was killer. The hummus was the smoothest I've ever eaten and with the brisket, it was killer! We tried the whipped feta with pistachios, and it was special -- salty/sweet and a little something special to make you wonder just what the spice was. The lamb & beef keftas were also excellent, with the lemon rice and a nice tsadziki -- and we make keftas at home fairly regularly, so we know what a good one tastes like. The only regret that we had was that we only have one stomach each. A second would have allowed us to keep tasting... Don't miss it. Even the patio dining was cool and refreshing -- and it was 86º when we were eating dinner!