I came across this place when coming to an AAPI market that was hosted on the property and I knew I…read morehad to come back for a proper meal. The space itself is very gorgeous with a lot of decorations adorning the walls. The high ceilings and windows also gave a very authentic SEA feeling and the whole space felt very cozy and comfortable. The staff were all super kind and friendly as well. For drinks we got the basil sparking fizz which was so refreshing and had the perfect citrus kick that I needed to wash down all of the rich dishes. For the food, we got the taro frites, egg rolls, larb, and crispy rice. All of these were amazing. The taro frites and egg rolls were super crunchy and not too oily and acted as good palate cleansers. The larb and crispy rice were also light but the flavors had a lot of depth. You can also tell that the meat was high quality cause nothing had a smell. It was an amazing dining experience and I can't wait to be back.

I haven't been to this place since it nearly first opened, but I need to change my review to a 5…read morestar because it knocked everything out of the park. At first, the menu was a bit limited and didn't have Lao staples like jeow som! But their menu has improved a LOT with great bar food versions of Lao dishes. You can't go wrong here with whatever you order (and thank god they kept that Lao hotdog lol), but there are some things you MUST get. It is VERY hard to get nam khao in Austin, but although there is no competition in the area, they still do it right here. It is SO good, perfect crunch, and finally has enough lime! It fixed that craving for me RIGHT up. Good crunchy peanuts and everything. They had a khao piak special as well. Normally I wouldn't really order khao piak because it's such a homey, easy-to-make meal in theory. But for some reason, I can't make it the same way as how they did it here. It was my favorite thing I tried last night. The fried chicken skin was an amazing addition that you'll end up fighting your friends for. Their tam mak hoong is also so legit. 17 chilis to make it, and you know they thum that papaya! The tomatoes were great for a sweeter bite. Although I'm pretty bad with spice, it wasn't the hottest I've ever had, which might be a bit more palatable for others. However, you can customize the level which is really nice for a place that makes smaller portioned food as a bar spot. The place feels like family and I enjoyed seeing such a diverse customer base come in. If you also wanna hear from good Thai music too... perk up LOL!

We came here on a Sunday for brunch with reservations. There was no wait and we were seated right…read moreon time. We ordered a couple of drinks, steak and eggs, and their smashed potatoes as a side. Portions were on the smaller end but all things were so flavorful. What maybe should have been a more private conversation between the servers was louder than expected that affected my views of their professionalism as one shared his anger and made several comments about a party due to receiving a tip on the lower end of the scale. I understand it's frustrating, but discussing it in front of other customers could negatively impact their experience too. Otherwise, I'm glad to have finally tried this place and enjoyed it with good company!

I can't believe it took me too long to try this one out. I pass by it on the way home from work…read moreevery single day. The garden is very cute and tucked away, so you are not exposed to the noisy street. The food is phenomenal. I'll be back and try out the drinks too Tips: get all the appetizers. They are way better than the main dishes. The duck rolls are the best. We got it to go and heated up in the microwave the next day, but it still tastes amazing

Ate here with my wife because one of the other restaurants in the shopping center was not open for…read moredinner. Good choice in my opinion. Really friendly servers that are eager to please. Interesting menu although it was a bit hard for my wife to find things she was able to eat based on some dietary restrictions. I waited a bit too long to do this review so I have to be honest and say that I don't really remember the dishes that we had other than the seafood pancake, which was tasty and a nice size portion. I thought the place had a good vibe/good energy. Food was served hot and it was all well prepared and tasty. Portions were decent size. I thought the prices were reasonable for this part of town.

4.3/5 I enjoyed the…read morekaraoke room and love that they have additional space outside if you just want casual dinner. The fried chicken was very good and well flavored. I liked the rice cakes that came with it. Another highlight was the fire cheese chicken. Chicken was tender and the cheese pull was perfect, meaning dish was hot enough. The seafood pancake could've been less mushy. Some parts were crispy. Service was great despite them being so busy. Everyone was so nice, esp the manager or owner.

What a find this place is! We walked over there after we went to the Thinkery with my daughter and…read morehad a great meal. Everyone was so friendly and kind, and they even brought over some fruit for my daughter without us asking. The agua Fresca was delicious, I ordered strawberry hibiscus and it was so fresh! The tacos were amazing and so flavorful. We also ordered the dip sampler plate and it was all really good. Different dips than just the usual queso and guac were included also which we enjoyed trying. My daughter can be a bit picky but scarfed down her quesadilla from here if that tells you anything lol. Wish we lived in Austin so we could go back!

Everything about Vera Cruz is amazing! Whether their food trucks or their brick and mortar, the…read morequality doesn't waiver! If you haven't tried out their brick and mortar yet, make sure to go!

The food was excellent. Both the steak and shrimp were cooked perfectly. We started with the Sake…read moreMac and Cheese, then had the Surf and Turf and the Shrimp Symphony, and everything was delicious. The owner even opened a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc so I could enjoy a glass which I really appreciated because it's not offered by the glass. I did try to make a reservation online but ended up calling instead. It was a bit amusing since the restaurant was nearly empty when we arrived, aside from one table and only one other couple came in by the time we finished our meal.

Once again, I wish I'd taken a picture of what I ordered, ...but when it's really good, I have a…read moretendency to forget. This food was REALLY good. I ordered the Cajun surf and turf (shrimp) on a bed of garlic noodles. Everything was cooked perfectly. The steak was crazy tender and well seasoned, the shrimp had a nice pop, and I could have JUST had a plate of noodles; they were that good. The Cajun sauce complemented everything well. Even the smattering of green beans, which were probably there to add color, were outstanding. The restaurant itself was comfortable ...which is a compliment. The parking was easy. The service was outstanding. The prices were ...lower than they should have been given how delicious the food was. I will definitely recommend CK Kitchen and Bar to my friends. We came here for a birthday dinner, but with Mother's Day and graduation around the corner, I can't think of a better spot. Well done, CK.

I had no idea what to expect when I walked over to the counter of this restaurant. I remember…read moreseeing the video on Instagram about how this was one of the best spots in Austin, and they couldn't have been more right. The balance of flavors and spices are out of this world, and they have set a new bar in Asian cuisine in my life. The surrounding area had nice seating and views, and the service was proper and kind. 10/10 I will be back again and I would highly recommend!

I checked this place out due to a special they were having. I can't recall the Vietnamese name but…read moreit's a fried rice cake and egg dish! I really liked it but I do wish the rice cake was crispier--we did pre order and I'm not sure if that impacted the texture. My husband got the broken rice dish which I thought was good but he prefers a traditional, non-rib style. This place is a big hidden in Springdale General and occupies a small corner. I hadn't been in this area for a hot minute but it's developed into quite a bustling food court with other small businesses to check out around the area. Their menu is small but follow on Instagram for any special dishes!

Overall: 3.6/5 [takeout]…read more We ordered for pickup and when we arrived on a late Thursday night the parking situation was chaos. It's a big ghost kitchen where you scan a QR code on your phone to grab your order, but the system was glitching and it took my husband a while to actually pick it up. Vermicelli Bowl With Grilled Pork ($17.49): This was good. I liked the grilled pork and the onion strings on top. Second best item of the meal for me. Broken Rice Plate With Grilled Chicken ($17.49): If you're a fan of plain chicken this is for you, but it wasn't for us. This also doesn't look like the UberEats picture where it comes with an egg which can be misleading. Grilled Pork Sandwich ($10.99): Not worth it. The banh mi was a bit small and didn't have a lot of stuffing, and the bread didn't seem toasted. The grilled pork was good but I think it worked better in the vermicelli bowl than in the sandwich. I also think they used regular American mayo instead of egg mayo, which made a difference. Nancy's Jumbo Chicken Wings ($14.99): These are fried wings tossed in garlic, chili, and a house glaze. They weren't really jumbo, more like just a bit bigger than average, but the sauce on these was chef's kiss. Easily the best item out of everything we got. Hibiscus Limeade ($5.99): A 20 oz iced drink that was refreshing. No sourness from the limeade and just a light hibiscus flavor.

Good food. Service was meh. You go in and order and they call out your name or place it in a locker…read moreto pick up. Very little interaction. What I didn't like was an attitude of the person giving the food. A guy went up to the counter and got notification that his food was ready. The lady said it wasn't there. He didn't say anything disrespectful just sighed and the lady behind the desk was loud and told him don't be looking at me like that. It's a very sci-Fi place. The lady could probably get easily replaced by one of the robots putting food in the lockers

If you've never had cajun food before, you MUST eat here!! The menu is so well-spiced and will…read moreshock your taste buds in such a new way. I absolutely loved it. This place operates on a tab-based system, so no need to wait for a check, since the tab is opened for you before you're seated. This worked very smoothly! This would be a great place for a date or anything requiring an aesthetically pleasing ambiance, the wood lining and ceiling along with the blackboard menu give this place a great vibe.

Pretty good cajun food for Austin. It's setup on the east side next to Dai due, parking is kind of…read morea hassle so you may need to park in the nearby neighborhood. Everything is counter service so you'll order your entire meal at the counter along with drinks, the cashier will give you a number and the service staff will bring your items to your table. My friend and I ordered several different items on the menu to try out, we got the etouffee, red beans and rice, and a mushroom salad. My favorite out of those items was the mushroom salad with vinagarette dressing, who doesn't love mushrooms and some greens! The etouffee was rich and savory with what i believe was their rotating protein of the week. Can't really go wrong with red beans and rice, these are like an upgraded popeyes version. To end the meal we tried their beignets which weren't stellar but reminded me more of a fried donut with some powdered sugar sprinkled on top. I'd come back but maybe not get so much food since we both definitely left stuffed!