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    Paul Martin's American Grill

    3.9 (750 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
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    Scott T.

    Paul Martin's at the Domain is a great go to, especially for happy hour. The burger combo is a steal, comes with a free drink, and honestly feels more like a full dinner than a snack. I asked for the burger rare plus and they nailed it, juicy, flavorful, and cooked exactly right, which does not always happen. We also tried the chicken sandwich, and while the flavor was good, it leaned pretty salty, and that is coming from someone who loves salt, so just a heads up there. Still very solid overall. Best part, you can pair either sandwich with a glass of Caymus or other cocktails/beer and the total is only $18, which is kind of wild for the quality and setting at the Domain. Great atmosphere, good value, and consistent food, just a touch lighter on the salt for the chicken and it would be perfect.

    Braised Short Rib Mashed Potatoes
    Kayla P.

    Great first experience. I visited here for a birthday dinner. They were very accommodating to our group which I loved. We were able to sit in the covered patio area so it wasn't loud or overwhelming. The appetizers were great and my braised short rib left me wanting more! I would recommend and look forward to returning.

    Delores L.

    Friendship may seem simple but requires effort as people grow and evolve over time - offering support, care, and attention to meaningful details. Lasting friendships rely on trust, mutual care, and shared experiences. I am grateful to have about 20 friends of over 25 years, where we can be our authentic selves. Today, I had lunch with one of those friends at Paul Martin's. When you walk into Paul Martin's at the Domain, you are struck by the vastness of the building - high ceilings, variety of seating areas (bar, main dining room, open kitchen, and private dining areas) and large windows. The structure has somewhat of a feel of a speakeasy but with a modern twist. When I walked in, I was immediately greeted by a hostess who sat me in a booth area specifically designated by my friend. You can easily see folks walking outside at the Domain through the open windows. For a people watcher like me, I was in people watching heaven. Almost immediately after I was seated, Adriana, our server greeted me. She served water and provided menus. She was very personable and friendly. My friend ordered an Asian noodle salad, Topo Chio water and butter cake (cake to go). Paul Martin's is known for their butter cake. I have it on previous visits - it's buttery, soft, and rather addicting. I ordered the Express Lunch - Steelhead Salmon, garden salad, and Brussel sprouts (substituted out for quinoa). Every effort is made to love quinoa; I am not there yet. Smile. In addition, we ordered the biscuits as appetizers. According Adriana, the biscuits were the most popular starter. Overall, all meals were good. The brussels sprouts was a bit soggy, but flavored nicely. Paul Martin's is known for its happy hour. So, we have to come back and test it out.

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    Penny H.

    Paul Martin's is located in The Domain, which was decorated for Christmas with festive music that made the whole atmosphere feel cheerful and fun. We went for dinner with a reservation and were seated right away. The restaurant is welcoming and inclusive, with accessible pathways throughout the dining area, which I really appreciated. With the low lighting and candlelight, it's a perfect spot for our date night. We had a fabulous waiter who offered great recommendations. I ordered a festive mule, which was really good, and my husband chose a red wine from their impressive wine list. There were plenty of great drink options to choose from. We loved everything we ordered. The lobster bisque was creamy and had a generous amount of lobster. We also ordered the blackened shrimp and the brick chicken, both of which were absolutely delicious. For dessert, we split the warm butter cake served with ice cream, which was the perfect ending to the meal. It was such a lovely night, and I can't wait to dine here again.

    Buffalo Cauliflower Bites and Braised Short Rib
    Taylor N.

    Best happy hour a girl can ask for! Food is always spot on!!! Bar is busy at happy hour but the bar tables around are great!

    Lynne C.

    My aunt and I popped in for dinner after running an errand at the Apple Store across the street and were pleasantly seated right away! I ordered the steak frites and my aunt ordered a house salad. Both of our meals were delicious, my steak was cooked perfectly and truly melted in my mouth. I didn't realize it came with a pile of arugula so I quickly added that to my aunts salad but boy was it still incredible! The only downside was the service was painstakingly slow - we never got our water refilled and it took ages to finally get our bill. Our server checked in right after our food was delivered and then that was it - never saw him again until I had to ask another serve to please help us get our check so we could go. Food? Phenomenal! Service? Sub-par

    Elizabeth A.

    We stopped by Paul Martin's for some drinks and a few bites, and everything was wonderful! I ordered a glass of wine and a lemon drop--wow, the lemon drop was absolutely delicious, one of the best I've had. We started off with the calamari, which was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Since we ordered a lot of appetizers, we decided to share a plate for our main course. The pasta with shrimp was really good--great texture and taste. We also tried the biscuits and deviled eggs, and both were excellent additions to the meal. Overall, it was a great experience with tasty food, delicious drinks, and a nice atmosphere. We had a very nice server.

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    Justin S.

    My wife and I stopped in the other night to grab a quick drink at the bar. We had a great time! The restaurant is beautiful. The Domain is awesome! The gal serving us at the bar was great! My wife ordered her favorite wine and I had a great NA beer! We'd stop in again for sure!

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    Elisa M.

    Came in to celebrate my sisters birthday before we all went our separate ways. Was pleased to see it was happy hour however take note, you have to sit in the bar area in order to get happy hour specials. Ovi was our server and he was knowledgeable, attentive and constantly checked on us to make sure our needs were being met. We started off with the devil eggs - for me they are lacking some seasoning however Ovi brought me some salt and pepper and I was able to adjust that on my own. I got a draft beer to which I asked it be fully dressed. Ovi gave me the option of salt or tajin, I asked could we do both and he said absolutely! I got the burger and beer special - I know, a burger? However it was a really good burger as were the fries. We finished off with the warm butter cake that came with ice cream and it was delicious! This was a great lunch and I would definitely come back and try more.

    Warm Butter Cake = Perfect dessert.
    Phuong C.

    I was caught doing a happy dance while enjoying a dinner here. It was seriously delicious and flavors were mild, and on point. The tuna lettuce cups were sweet and tangy. Perfectly mixed and served. The extra sauce served on the side was not needed, because then it became too gingery and too sweet for my taste, but this appetizer is definitely worth consuming. All the fresh cubed tuna were tossed in a marinade that had a much appreciated kick to it. Served in a fresh soft butter lettuce leaf cup, and ideal for low carbing. And my oh my, I have never enjoyed such a delightful braised beef rib that was calling my name. I was ecstatic with my choice the minute my fork was sliding into the buttery soft meat, making me drool before even setting my teeth in it. Though the dishes usually come with mashed potato, I opted for a healthier replacement. The roasted cauliflower was perfectly balanced with charred lines over the tender pieces of curd. My other half was craving for steak, and selected the blackened ribeye and also subbed the mashed potatoes for Brussel sprouts. We immediately noticed the juicy and tenderness of this steak and it was grilled to perfection. Though, a little confusion was with the tiny piece of bacon in The Brussel Sprouts. Not quite sure if that was supposed to be with and received minimal, or if a bacon piece was lost and stranded there. Also, Brussel Sprouts had an overwhelming amount of balsamic vinegar, that made us regret the choice of this replacement. Other than that, the robust and juicy steak was enjoyed well, up to last bite. The best was saved for last. And it wasn't because we love desserts too, but because it was made with love. The in cast iron cooked and served butter cake had these delicious sweeter crispy burned ends. The fresh strawberries, the warm and butter soft butter cake, topped with the creamy vanilla ice-cream was worth all the bites, carbs and calories. The requested message to celebrate us, was beautifully written in cursive and decorated this dish perfectly. The restaurant was lively and yet charming. The dimmed lights by our lower placed booth seats made it feel private. Service was excellent! From getting greeted and seated, acknowledging my special requested order to surprise my other half, to serving and clearing the table, to choosing a most fabulous meaningful presentation of the dessert. Thank you Paul Martin's for a excellent dinner, and smooth execution of my requests. We have added this to our Anniversary list and you will see us again.

    raspberry martini
    Aruni G.

    Met a friend for Happy Hour here last week. We sat at the bar. They have some very solid HH specials. We both liked the raspberry martini. It was just the right amount of sweet and tart (i.e., not too sweet). We shared the meatballs and cauliflower apps. It wasn't that crowded when we showed up so we were able to get a bar seat pretty easily.

    strawberry shortcake
    Sage O.

    Paul Martin's is a staple for me in Austin. I love coming here for happy hour, casual dinners, and even for special occasions. The atmosphere is upscale without being uninviting. I particularly love the Austin artwork on the wall. The staff is always so nice and attentive. You can tell they pay attention to details. The biscuits and crab cakes were a great way for start off our meal! I ventured out from my normal order, a burger or their braised short rib, and settled on bbq short ribs. It was a HUGE portion. There's 2 stacked! In the picture, it looks like just one! Crazy. Anyway, the flavor of the fries and pork ribs were amazing and the meat was falling off the bone. The coleslaw was overdressed and I wouldn't suggest it. Moving onto dessert, we ordered the strawberry shortcake and (not pictured) skillet brownie with ice cream. Both were phenomenal!

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    Recently ate here and had the shrimp on my salad. I am now violently ill and this is the only think I ate all day.

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    Pretty good food. I recommend it. Great American food. Service was nice and efficient.

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    Ask the Community - Paul Martin's American Grill

    What if any dress code? We are in town for soccer and my son is in shorts and a tee shirt!!

    Not at all! Only one steakhouse in the Domain has a dress code but this place is definitely casual.

    Are there happy hour specials going on?

    yes, and get the burger!!! Sweet Baby Jesus.... that burger!

    Is the entire staff wearing masks here?do they have sanitizer?

    Yes staff is wearing masks, gloves and they do have sanitizers

    Is there a family bathroom?

    No there is no family restroom

    What time does the dinner menu begin and is it the same time on saturdays?

    Dinner begins at 3 pm every day.

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