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    Skipjack Oyster

    4.7 (63 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Maria Gabriela M.

    I came here for a friend's birthday and honestly we had such a good time. We were a group of 12 and our server was super nice, attentive and handled our big table like a pro. The place is really nice, it's inside at The Westin by the lobby. Food was sooo good. I got the lobster avocado toast and loved it. I also ordered the crab hush puppies and they were really good too, crispy and soft in the inside. The oysters were definitely the highlight. At $1 each, they're 100% worth it. Perfect to share and they tasted fresh. They have a whole oyster bar I also had a drink that reminded me of a piña colada (I think it was called something like Mahi Mahi) and I loved it, super refreshing and not too sweet. We ordered a Key lime pie for the birthday girl and wow, I would come back just to try that again, it was so good! Btw, they have valet parking ($10 for 2hrs) As a person that really loves seafood this was really good experience

    Oyster Shooters
    Michelle Y.

    The seafood here was fantastic. We started off with the Petite Seafood Plateau. The shrimp was huge, and the oysters were very fresh and sweet. My friends and I also really enjoyed the Kennebec Chips & Salmon Dip. The dip itself was creamy and paired well with the chips, which our waiter kept providing more of throughout our meal. Unfortunately, their pasta was just okay. We ordered the Seafood Tagliatelle to share among the table. We had expected a more Aglio e Olio-style sauce, but it was more like your basic Alfredo white sauce. The seafood in the pasta was, again, fantastic, but the pasta itself was nothing special. I would recommend sticking to the strictly seafood items on the menu. My friends and I were also disappointed with the Point Judith Calamari. The fried exterior was incredibly mushy. The service was great though! I would come again, but perhaps just for the raw bar.

    Brown Sugar Brisket Burnt Ends
    Erikka T.

    What lovely place! It is chic and comfortable with warm decor and low lighting. We stopped by for Easter Brunch and they were able to accommodate us, even without a reservation. The wait staff worked as a team and our food was brought out promptly, each dish more delicious than the last! The Brown Sugar Brisket Burnt Ends were so savory and sweet, I highly recommend them! I loved trying a flight of Oysters. Their descriptions of each oyster were spot on and I knew exactly what I was getting. I also got the Clam Chowder (so fresh and hearty) and Crab Hush Puppies (savory and sweet, crispy and delicious). My husband got the Halibut Fish and Chips and the fish was cut thick and was warm and flakey, a perfect cut of fish prepared to melt in your mouth! Go visit them, you won't be disappointed!

    Chaulzy S.

    Oysters were delicious! I honestly don't remember how many doz we ordered but they were fresh and chilled nicely. My fav was the high roller. The biscuits with their signature butter and jam were good enough to just to leave me wanting more mote more! 5/5 Hush puppies are a must! 5/5 I personally wasn't a fan of their canned drinks but other maybe. They were pretty strong though. Everyone we encountered was fun and welcoming. Our server even gave is great recommendations for night shenanigans

    Shrimp cocktail and ceviche shooters
    Danny E.

    If you're looking for a top-tier seafood spot in Downtown Austin, Skipjack Oyster is a must-visit. The vibe is perfectly balanced; clean, semi-upscale, and polished without feeling stuffy. The food was incredible from start to finish. We leaned heavily into the seafood, and it did not disappoint: the oysters were fresh and high-quality, the shrimp cocktail was excellent, and those ceviche shooters were a delicious highlight. If you go, do yourself a favor and order the crab hush puppies--they are absolutely addicting. Even the Wagyu burger was standout, proving they can handle the turf just as well as the surf. What really elevated the night, though, was the exceptional service. Our waiter was incredibly friendly and offered great suggestions that hit the mark. The kitchen was fast, and the staff was so attentive that my water glass never even reached the halfway point before being refilled. It's rare to have a meal where literally everything is great, but Skipjack nailed it. I'll definitely be back!

    Oysters so fresh
    Robyn W.

    My family picked this place out of a list I gave them for Christmas Eve Dinner. And let me say this - it was our favorite meal of the trip. We had reservations, and there was no wait when we arrived. The restaurant itself is beautiful. Open design with luminous lighting set the mode for the evening. From our booth, we could easily see the oyster bar and the cocktail bar. Service was excellent with the whole crew assisting to ensure your evening is going well and you have everything you need, any time you need it. We have a few different cocktails and all were good, but man on man - the martini was the best I've ever had! Crisp, smooth, with the slightest hint of citrus. I had a few ;) The oysters were some of the best, too! Clean and fresh! The calamari was decent, but that was the only thing I wasn't really blown away by. All the other dishes were "chef's kiss"! And I don't know how we did it, but we made it to dessert! Both were good, but let's be real - it was just too much LOL. Overall - I really loved this place and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone!

    Clam chowder $11
    Mike M.

    Skipjack Oyster is a relatively new restaurant located in the Westin hotel downtown and I had dinner there recently. Inside it has an upscale feel and look to it with dark lighting in the evening giving it a romantic vibe to it. It has its own separate street entrance but is also accessible through the hotel lobby. The restaurant specializes in oysters and has a full bar attached to the main dining room. I ordered a bowl of clam chowder to start $11 followed by the prime rib stroganoff for another $29. The chowder arrived first as requested. In a shallow bowl it had bacon, celery and potato with the clams. I liked it (3.5). When the stroganoff arrived it was initially served luke warm. After testing it and informing our waitress it was sent back for a new dish. This took another 15 minutes or so. When the new plate arrived it was hot as it should be. The entree had grilled mushrooms and crispy onions on top of the prime rib and pasta. Taste wise I thought it was ok but nothing special (3). The temperature problem was handled very professionally by the waitstaff along with the manager coming by for a visit. I will say I was impressed by that level of service. I give an overall score of a 3 for taste reasons only. I would be happy to return here but would try something else next time. This restaurant is probably more like a 4 star place but this was my experience.

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    Rachel T.

    I went here for a networking happy hour event at SXSW and thought the service, food, and ambiance were all above and beyond. I can't wait to go back for dinner to get the full experience. We loved our server Solo. I enjoyed their crisp Australian Sauvignon Blanc with the apps on the buffet including bbq shrimp and grits, crab hushpuppies, fried green tomatoes, tuna poke (my top fav),and veggie tarts. I didn't get to try any oysters at this event, but I am a big oyster fan, so I will be back to the oyster bar soon! Beautiful space located in the Westin lobby. They have their own entrance or you can enter through the lobby.

    Katie M.

    Wow wow wow. Certainly will be back to Skipjack!! Hubbie and I came in for a date night and had the best time. We ordered a handful of different items from brisket burnt ends, oysters, Linquini & Clams, seafood platter and more. We even got the Tito's Oyster shooter and it was BOMB! Seriously can't speak highly enough of this place. Looking forward to coming back!

    Sound and spirit
    Kim H.

    Food was amazing. I can't wait to go back for their all night happy hour on Mondays The lobster avocado toast was my favorite the burnt fruit is a nice and different flavor on toast. The fries were also really good. Cooked and seasoned perfectly, fish (on the fish and chips) had a nice crunch and barely breaded.

    Kennebec Chips & Salmon Dip
    Christina H.

    Skipjack Oyster is the newest addition to the Westin Austin Downtown, taking over the former Stella San Jac space. For my fellow East Coast oyster aficionados--PSA: East Coast oysters are available for either $3/oyster or $15/half dozen during happy hour. Happy hour runs Mondays from 3pm-close and Tuesday-Sunday from 3pm-6pm. IN: ALL the East Coast oysters, Shrimp & Lobster Roll (refreshing, light, despite how large it looks) with the VIP: Crab Hush Puppies. They have two house canned specialties, I had the First Mate: Coconut-rested Espolòn Blanco with watermelon and lime, and could not get enough!!! OUT: Chowder Fries (literally chowder plopped on fries), Kennebec Chips & Salmon Dip (on the fence with this one, LOVE the fresh crisps, & dip is delicious, but after a while, it begins to become too salty and creamy)

    Dozen oyster
    Yuri K.

    Skipjack was such a great find! The food leaned a little on the salty side, but you can really tell the ingredients are high quality and thoughtfully prepared. The service was amazing - attentive, warm, and made the whole experience feel elevated. The ambiance is cozy, eclectic, and modern all at once. Definitely get the crab hush puppies, they're really good and a must-order!

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    Lucy V.

    OK, so when you arrive this place is really nice. They did a great job on the interior. Our waiter was so nice and knew exactly what to recommend especially for someone that's picky on wine and oysters. The only reason I'm giving it four stars is because I did not think the oysters were good. I explained to them how I liked them not fishy and more on this sweet silk side and I have to say it's not the waiters fault that he tried his best. He explained as in what they explained to him, but all the oysters to me were not good. They were a little fishy for my taste. Other than not the rest of the food I have to say was delicious. The seafood pasta was phenomenal, but it was a huge portion so you can definitely share this with people. We did start off with the calamari and the crab hush puppies and I have to say delicious. Definitely a good starter. My friend got a salmon dish. I did not try it, but he said it was delicious. They did have ok wine list but they did have really good cocktails and basically they can make anything that you wanted in general. So I would come back for all the other food I had. I just don't know if I would have oysters again.

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    7 months ago

    Great seafood , went here for the Happy Hour, the Oyster lady was very nice and knowledgeable.

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    8 months ago

    Matt was SO helpful!! Really set the vibes and gave great tips for the food! Steak and eggs done RIGHT.

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    4 months ago

    Great service and surprisingly good for a hotel restaurant. Cocktails were good, soup and entrees were solid

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    Everything was amazing! Matt was super knowledgeable and helpful! The energy was vibrant all around and the food was delicious!

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    7 months ago

    Thank you Josh for the wonderful service. We enjoyed our night and he was always at our service. Great experience!! 5

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    8 months ago

    Good food and very clean. A bit pricey but no complaints about the food at all. It's just too fat for us to come often.

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    7 months ago

    Excellent oysters, great drinks. Yndira was wonderful and had great recommendations. We'll certainly be back.

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    8 months ago

    11/10 experience thanks to Vanni Jaden for going above and beyond with our dinner. Favorite drink was the coast of Singapore

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    amazing experience and food was so fresh. Vanni and Jayden were both incredible at the bar!

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    Natalia is amazing. Very knowledgeable of the menu. Infectious upbeat attitude! She was a delight to have throughout the night.

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    first time eating oysters and they were delicious! our server Yndira was very patient, sweet and attentive!

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