Excellent breakfast. Eggs were very tasty. Substitutions were easy. Service was great. Christian was a superior server on all levels. Ambiance was great also. Weather permitting, definitely dine outdoors. Love The Peacock #grackles read more

Let's start with the good. The place is beautiful and quite a scene. The rest was more medium, given the price. The service was proficient but noting special. Unfortunately, so was the food. We tried the brisket hummus-- which seemed to have all the right ingredients but was lacking that something special. We had the dumplings, which were really fantastic. We had the lamb kebab, which was somewhat dry and bland. I also got one of their signature cocktails, which felt a bit thin. Overall, nothing really wrong, just high expectations that just weren't really met. read more

It's an intimate , elevated, dressy dinner experience. The Peacock is located inside of the proper hotel downtown Austin. I like to utilize their valet, It is $25 plus optional gratuity. Y'all already know, If there's a valet, I'm gonna valet! When you walk into the proper hotel there is an intimate bar setting just to the left. Both times I've been it has been pretty busy with no seating available, mostly standing room only. We were lucky to have a few seats available on Monday evening. If you keep walking past the bar you will end up at the restaurant. This is my second time here. Both dining experiences were large parties of 10 to 12 for a birthday dinner. The first time was a Saturday evening and this time was a Monday evening. Anytime you book a large party you are required to utilize their preset menu. It is $95 per person plus 20% gratuity. The set menu is four courses and I believe it changes on a regular basis and they keep the updated menu on their website. We started with the first course, duo of hummus dips with fresh pita, along with crudite. Our second course was grilled octopus and a simple greens salad. Our third course was a mixed grill kabob with lamb beef tenderloin and chicken thigh. There was also a wild grouper dish along with a side of heirloom carrots. For our fourth and final course it was dessert, a traditional baklava and a chocolate pistachio bar. I really enjoyed the hummus with the fresh pita bread. I was pretty much full after eating that. The salad has a lot of flavor with plenty of avocado on the bottom. The heirloom carrots were one of my favorites! So delicious, So much flavor. I only had a piece of the beef kabob and it was tender and flavorful. The dessert was way too sweet so I wasn't able to eat it. For the most part our server was attentive and the food mostly came out in a timely manner until it was time for the main course. We did wait and extended amount of time for that. But I really did not mind because I needed time to digest all of the other courses that we had already had. We were a little shocked when the check came and there were several additional fees. There was a 4% "Wellness Charge" In addition to 20% gratuity, as well as a drink tax and a food tax. My friend's mom was curious about the charge and asked the server, He seemed to be nervous in his response and he said the charge is to help pay for employee health benefits. She told the server that there needed to be more up front transparency in additional charges to be expected for large parties. And left it at that. Moral of the story, valet and....... If you're going to book a large party with the preset menu, I would call ahead and ask what additional fees and charges will be on top of the menu charge. Just so you don't have sticker shock when the check arrives. Interestingly, while I was picking up my car from valet I received a call from an unknown number. I answered and it was the manager of the restaurant. He apologized for us being charged the wellness charge on our check and said that he was going to refund us all for that charge. I never received a refund and I'm not sure how he even got my phone number to call me. Any who, If I do return to the Peacock it will not be for a large party experience. Large party preset menu pricing: Breakfast-- $77 per person Brunch-- $87 per person Lunch-- $65 per person Dinner-- $95 per person or $177 per person read more

The Peacock - Dinner - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

The food at this place is delicious and well presented, I ordered the beef kebab and the Moroccan curry, the Moroccan curry is very savory and has bold strong flavors...exactly how I like my food. The beef kebab was soft and well seasoned, I like the lemon and citric condiments that came with it and pickled onions. The dessert was also delicious and made me moan a couple of times. Our server was Lucy, she was extremely helpful and polite. It seems as they were short staffed because they took longer than expected to offer me water or a drink. Once the food was out they were more attentive. The ambiance in this place is very intimate and dimmed with lights, you can barely read the menu but it's not a big deal. This place is in the first floor of the Proper hotel and the valet guys do a great job with being paperless and attentive. Will like to come back again. read more

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Some amazing Mediterranean food. I never expected beef and humus to pair well but it did here. It's located in hotel Proper.good.for date nights and a business dinner. Probably one of the better Mediterranean places out here. read more

Austin is a beautiful city, and The Peacock inside the Proper is such a vibe. The service was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious! We parked down the street and walked over. Otherwise the hotel has $60/day valet, which the restaurant can valet, making it $27 for the parking. read more

The Peacock - Mezze Plate. Yum!! - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

You're mostly paying for the ambience here. For the prices, the food was very uncreative. The drinks were cocktail prices but we'll drink quality. We ordered family style: a dip, main protein, grain, side vegetable, and salad. Between three people that was a bit too much. read more

The Peacock - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Such a nice, elevated environment. Service is friendly, food is stellar. Love the dumplings and shrimp kabobs

The Peacock is an absolutely beautiful establishment. I would go just for the ambiance alone. It's a little dark/moody - great for date night or intimate gathering with friends. We got the Red Pepper Chicken Thigh Kebab and the Beef Short Rib Hummus. The chicken was cooked well - seasoned and moist. I appreciated the pickled veggies on the side. I don't see that often, but it was super tasty and complimented the meal. Ironically, the stand out for me was the tzatziki. It was very good. Some of the best I've had in a while! The hummus was just okay in my opinion. Nevertheless, I would still recommend for people to try it. The presentation was beautiful and your taste buds may be different than mine. I went in looking forward to comparing their hummus with Aba's. (Aba takes the crown for me.) However, had I not had Aba's hummus, I know I would have enjoyed this one much more. read more

The Peacock - Red Pepper Chicken Thigh - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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The peacock is a nice and quiet place in downtown Austin. It has dimmer lighting creating a more cozy vibe. We came for dinner. The waiter was super nice and gave us a lot of time to look over the menu and decide what to order. The pita was nice and soft in the inside but more solid/crisp on the outside. It pairs really well with the beef hummus. The short rib was rich and tender while the hummus was a nice balance of flavor. I also had the spiced lamb kefta. It was good overall and spiced well but a little dry for my taste. read more

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We went to the Austin Proper Hotel as recommended for drinks. We ordered appetizers like dumplings and octopus. Both are palatable but can be buttery for some people. I did like it though! Service is quick and the staff are nice. The restaurant's interior and set up is lovely. Ambiance is intimate and ideal for date nights. We got ourselves drinks consisting of one cocktail and old fashion (but were not able to take pictures). The drinks are just okay though. read more

The Peacock - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Service was slow at times during our dining experience. Drink: Espresso Martini was delicious! Appetizer: The Manti Dumplings are a must try! It had a little bit of heat to it but not too overpowering. The Lamb Fatayer was also good from what I was told, although I did not try it. Meal: The Wild Grouper was spectacular, especially when paired with the saffron rice. Would highly recommend. Dessert: Do not snooze on the Warm Sticky Toffee Date Pudding. It was mouth watering! I could have eaten two of those on my own. read more

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Well, now I can add this to a favorite brunch spot. I already love this place but their brunch was so good. My friends and I split everything and it was all so good. All the carbs. The banana bread was so subtle. The almond croissants (which were subbed in by the restaurant) were mind blowing. The Ricotta toast wasn't quite toast but so lush and so good. The pancakes were my least favorite but I still enjoyed them. Service is always good and so kind. The restaurant is beautiful, always. read more

The Peacock - Blueberry & Semolina Pancakes VG and Ricotta Toast VG - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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My wife and I had an amazing experience here. The food was fantastic. The service was impeccable. Nice options for drink cocktails. It's a spacious venue with an outdoor patio, indoor seating and a bar area. Great ambiance as well. read more

The Peacock - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Been here a couple times for brunch and it's always a win. The food's great, the service is friendly, and the ambiance is on point--cool decor, relaxed vibe, and just a nice place to hang out for a couple hours. Tried the shallot hummus--it was okay, nothing special. The khachapuri and manti dumplings were both really solid and full of flavor. The chicken kebab was the standout--perfectly grilled and super flavorful. The charred king trumpet mushrooms were also really good. Only dish that missed a bit was the lamb kefta--just a little dry for my taste. Overall, awesome mediterranean spot for brunch. Great food, great drinks, and a space you actually want to spend time in. read more

The Peacock - Manti dumplings - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I first visited Peacock before I moved to Austin and was blown away the moment I walked in. The decor and design are stunning, and I am such a sucker for good ambiance, so I was instantly sold. It sits inside the Austin Proper Hotel, which is absolutely beautiful and makes the whole experience feel special. After I moved to Austin, I ended up going back a few more times and loved it just as much every visit. And the food. Wow. As someone who grew up eating Mediterranean food my entire life, I can honestly say their flavors are so good with a really unique, elevated twist. Their hummus is amazing, and all of the appetizers are perfect for sharing. I remember loving the grilled octopus and some of their grilled fish and kebab style dishes. Everything we tried was full of flavor. The service has always been great too. Sometimes it does get busy and we wait a little to see the waiter, but we have never had a major issue with service. The staff is attentive, professional, and very knowledgeable about the menu. If you are visiting Austin or just want a really special spot for lunch, brunch, or dinner with friends or family, Peacock is absolutely worth checking out. Plus, the whole space is full of beautiful photo ops since it is inside the gorgeous hotel. read more

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Peacock is probably my favorite restaurant in Austin. I have been living in Austin for about 2.5 years and I'm still surprised people talk more about Aba than they do Peacock. The service is great and they truly cater to you. Portions are worth the price. Their pita is to die for and endless!!! I've been countless times and tried pretty much everything on the menu. Top: Beef tartare Lamb Chops Grouper Sayadieh Wood Fire Grilled Octopus Hawaij Chile Hummus Sunflower Maroulosalata ***Muhammara dip**** Not on the menu but should be brought back!!! read more

The Peacock - Sunflower Maroulosalata - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Pro tip: Make a reservation ahead of time. No Happy Hour, despite websites promoting one. Order the Crispy Hummus, or another hummus, to start. Starting off with the good, LOVE the vibe. The decor is beautiful, offering an ambiance that has you feeling like you're away on vacation away from Texas. The staff's uniforms are also very impressive! Dressed in comfortable linen pieces varying from linen tops and pants, kimonos, and dresses. Now... - Took a while for us to receive our drinks, despite it not being busy (before 6 PM). Ice was already melting by the time we got them and, therefore, they tasted watered down. They were $20 a piece, and we chose not to say anything about it as to not be a bother. - The meals were just okay. Not impressed by the $37 grilled meats (literally two skewers with a side of pickled vegetables). - the Gulf snapper crudo and tartare were meh. very small, not so flavorful, and pricey. The menu is very appealing. The vibe fits the Austin downtown sheek. read more

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The Peacock is the ground-floor restaurant at the Austin Proper Hotel, and it's a real gem. The interior design alone is worth a visit; it has a Mediterranean vibe with patterned tiles and textured tapestries. Service was wonderful: attentive without being overbearing. For dinner, my friend and I shared the watermelon feta salad, which was perfectly refreshing, a combination of watermelon, feta, fresh mint, and just a little serrano. We also tried the chicken thigh kebab, which was tender and juicy, and came with three different sauces. Prices are on the higher side, but the quality and ambiance make it worth it. I'd recommend the Peacock for a fancy date night or celebratory meal. read more

The Peacock - Inside - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

It was our first time at Peacock, and we are glad we picked it to hang out with a couple of friends. Food: We ordered several menu items from the lounge menu. Our favorites were the Hawail Chile Hummus, Manti Dumplings, and Red Pepper Chicken Thigh. They all had great flavors, and the fresh pita was perfect. As for the other dishes, the Spiced Lamb Kefta had a little too much of a gaminess taste, but the sauces that paired with it helped tone it down. The Wood Grilled Angus Beef Burger was good. The beef was cooked perfectly, and we liked the fries that came with it. Service/Ambiance: The restaurant is part of the hotel. The space is large and more upscale, yet it still has a welcoming feel, mainly due to the staff. They were friendly and attentive. Overall, it was a great experience. We would be back to try some of the other menu items. read more

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if I could give this place a more than 5 stars I would! It was absolutely mind blowing good! We came for dinner, and were met with the absolute best service. They would clear out our plates and bring new ones when we were given new plates. The ambiance was awesome, beautiful interior, and overall you have a mix of social / dinner people just going. I love this place I'm 100% coming back. read more

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Met some friends for dinner here prior to seeing Moulin Rouge on May 21. We shared a bunch of plates and enjoyed all the apps we ordered except for the cauliflower curry one which didn't taste like expected. Our waiter, Tyler, did a great job giving us recommendations and was really patient with us as we had some mix ups on the sweetness of our drinks, especially the espresso martinis we all ordered. I was aiming for a decaf, less sweet one that turned out pretty sweet so they sent it back and made me a regular one with mezcal slightly less sweet. He dealt with 4 of us talking at him at once! haha. A couple other waiters also helped us out with ideas. Everyone was very friendly. I noticed that evening there didn't seem to be any women wait staff other than the hostess. Not sure if that was just an unusually staffed evening or typical. read more

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This restaurant is located inside the lower floor of the hotel called Proper. Reservation for dinner is suggested as this restaurant is busy.The restaurant was busy and the service was good. The food was amazing and I ordered a dessert that was delicious which was a crème brûlée chocolate with sliced roasted almonds with spices. I recommend this restaurant. read more

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Enjoyed our time at Peacock! The cocktails are strong, but damn good - small sippers. We orders the dumplings and beef short rib hummus to start. The dumplings were off the chain!!!! The texture, the sauce, the flavor inside the dumpling and the yogurt sauce on the outside were BOMB. The hummus was great and I enjoyed the beef short rib that it came with. The pita bread is out of this world **of note, they only give 1 per person at the table and you can't order any additional To close it out, we did the harissa beef skewers and ordered a side of the latkes (very crispy). The harissa beef came in a 10-12 oz serving with 3 sauces and pickled veggies on the side. Admittedly, I wasn't impressed with the skewers. They were good but the appetizers set a high bar that they weren't able to meet. read more

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Came back here for brunch.. ordered the French toast which was extremely sweet served dipped in a syrup with a dollop of sweet cream on top.. it just seemed to be missing something to balance all that sweetness. Sorry to say I have had much better tasting French toast at half the price elsewhere. The espresso martini was perfect though, and quite strong. It certainly put me in a better mood even though the French toast was a let down :( read more

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This place has very nice ambience and all the things you would expect of a restaurant this Caliber. We were a little disappointed that it wasn't knock your socks off delicious, but it was still pretty good and a nice date night. read more

The Peacock - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

Lovely spot for brunch. I had the chicken kebab, my friend had the lamb kebab, and they were both really good. Lived the fresh pita. My other friend had the burger and said it was amazing and another had a frittata. Teas and coffee come with a large carafe, which was nice. read more

The Peacock - Red Pepper Chicken Thigh kebab with rievan fresh Piita was delicious - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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TLDR : One time experience only, go to Aba skip this place if you are looking for great food and quality service with reasonable prices First of all its location is great downtown Austin inside the Propel Hotel. It is on the left side when you get inside the hotel. In downtown Austin there is a lack of Mediterranean food, so they are taking advantage of of this. It looks like it is a mix of Turkish, Greek, Israeli and Lebanese food which is honestly great cuisines. Let's talk about authentic first of all Giant dumplings should not be called Manti :) It is tasty, appetizers are great. Sorry Austin this is not Authentic Mediterranean food, but it is a great fusion Chili Humus was great and the hot pita was fantastic, so if you come here get this for sure Main dish was not only expensive, but also super disappointing because it was not fully cooked. On top of it you need to pay extra to get rice with main this like We got the saffron rice it was terrible. You could taste the tap water on it. Lentil Rice was very better, but seriously something was wrong with the saffron rice. Services was disappointing there were so many servers around you could see tables were not cleaned outside etc see pictures, also two seats were extremely not comfortable. I had to ask several times for water? Also - I don't understand why would you let someone sit the most uncomfortable seat on their first time whole entire restaurant was not busy ( table next to the exit door to outside seating. read more

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Service was good until our server decided to add an optional Wellness Surcharge our my tab without explaining or notifying our table about it. This wellness surcharge is to pay for their health insurance. If a customer doesn't review the charges on their receipt, the establishment steal from its customers. And to suggest a tip on top of that? CUSTOMERS SHOULD NOT BE PAYING AN EMPLOYEE'S HEALH INSURANCE. Employees shouldn't be adding optional surcharges without asking customers. Price point for food was also too pricy. $16 for a mocktail and $26 for small size pancakes. Other meals were decently priced. Definitely not worth coming back. read more

If you're looking for an elevated Mediterranean restaurant, this is it. The menu is exquisite and they took the guesswork out of group dining (note: any more than 6 will require you to do a prix fixe but it's 10/10!) and even dietary restrictions or preferences seemed to be a non-issue with their menu. Service is paced beautifully and we weren't rushed in any capacity so could really enjoy the special occasion. It's dark, inside the Proper's bustling bar, but the food makes up for any volume. read more

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100% ambiance 100% service 80% food The restaurant is gorgeous! It is located close to a hotel and has a bar as well. I love the tall ceiling and the interior decorations. It's perfect for a romantic date or a nice meal with friends. The inside is spacious so there is plenty of room between the tables. We came for brunch and ordered plenty of dishes to share. While the food looks aesthetically pleasing, the taste wasn't that memorable. My favorite item is probably the manti dumplings. Don't expect to find authentic Mediterranean food here, everything tasted more so like a modern or fusion twist of the original dish. Since this is located in downtown, finding parking might be difficult depending on what time. We came for a Saturday brunch around 11:30an and there was plenty of parking. read more

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Lovely atmosphere and food! The lamb, pita and couscous was amazing. I would highly recommend. read more

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I've been trying to make it back to this place a long time cause I wanted to try it again. I still feel the cost to value is a bit skewed in a negative way, but when I came back it was for a work event and everything was covered. In the absence of thinking about costs - good golly the food is great! I especially love the hummus with wagyu, it is STUNNING on the naan they give you! The drinks were also fantastic, I had both a cocktail and a mocktail and they were both fabulous; the mocktail had elderflower flavor which I am a sucker for so I liked that one even a bit more. The staff were courteous and helpful, quite fast at keeping dishes moved through. The ambiance is lovely, great for a date night but it does get a little packed esp around the bar so be mindful. The bathrooms are immaculate indeed! The parking sitch is a bit of a disaster tho, there's paid valet at Austin proper, or paid street parking. Nevertheless, I really do like this place, it's really lovely and I like what they are conceptually going for. I just do think it's a bit expensive but cost eliminated - it's just delicious! read more

Wow, the Peacock exceeded our expectations! Drinks and food were both delicious, and service was A+ throughout with friendly staff. We did family style and liked everything ordered: + Hawaij chile hummus 5/5: Wow, super fragrant and flavorful black garlic hummus! The fresh pita is nicely warmed. We all really enjoyed this! + Manti dumplings 5/5: I would not have ordered this on my own so I'm glad someone else did. This is my absolute favorite dish of the night because dumplings were bite sized packed with spiced beef and drenched in garlic yogurt. Everything came together for the perfect bite! + Cheese saganaki 4/5: I've never had saganaki before but it's a bit too heavy and cheesy for my liking. The flambeed cheese was too greasy. + Summer dew sangria 5/5: So refreshing! Amazing cocktail. I will definitely be back if I visit Austin again! read more

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The ambiance was extraordinary, with well-designed décor that really set the tone. We loved this place. The food was excellent--and that says a lot coming from someone who's a harsh critic. The entire experience felt distinctive and memorable, and even years later, it still stands out as a special experience I remember clearly. read more

We were there on December 31 sat outside it started getting cold but the heaters were to far from table to keep us warm and so food got cold really quickly. I didn't like the Texas wine recommendation from server when asked for a sweeter wine. All in all not that pleasant of a experience food was not worth the high price. read more

I attended a cowork lunch here and it was a set coursed-out menu, so it might be slightly different from the original menu. The standout was definitely the first course with an array of hummus: the short rib hummus was so good, as was the cirpsy shallot hummus. I tried to pace myself but should've just gone all in, it was that good. The wood fire grilled octopus followed and was perfectly meaty and tender--a real credit to the chef. The butternut squash with feta and fried sage, despite being heavily garnished, leaned bland, and by the time the mixed grilled kebabs arrived, I was too full to fully enjoy them. The lamb was a bit mushy, and overall, they didn't stand out. The interior's blend of Western and Middle Eastern vibes was charming, but for the price and downtown location, I think there are better options around. The service could have been better as well, I waited probably 20 minutes between drinks. read more

While prices and parking is annoying here, I still really enjoyed it! The food is delicious and tastes authentic. This is not a quick lunch spot, service is long but makes for a super fun dinner location. I love the shallot hummus, chili hummus and dumplings for appetizers. It's easy to fill up on the pita and dips. The kefta and tagines are always a hit for entrees! read more

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My husband and I had brunch with a friend at The Peacock a few weeks ago, and we all really enjoyed our meal. Firstly, that menu. I wanted everything. And I mean everything. After some back and forth about our must orders, we shared five dishes: one dip, three mezze, and one salad. The Toasted Almond Muhammara (with Curried Cauliflower and Castelvetrano Olives) was good - definitely a great starter dip. For our mezze, we all enjoyed the latkes (with Smoked Trout Roe, Labneh, Dill), Khachapuri (Turkish-Style Flatbread, Parmesan, Lamb Ragu, Farm Fresh Egg), and Manti Dumplings (Spiced Beef, Garlic Yogurt, Sesame Salsa Macha, Cilantro), but we might have all had different favorites among them. I preferred the manti, while my husband (who loves khachapuri and I thought might not enjoy the Peacock's less traditional take) love their khachapuri. We also shared the sunflower maroulosalata salad (dill, feta, tahina vinaigrette), which was good and simple - and we needed something light and fresh with our other dishes! The only thing we ordered that I didn't enjoy much was their take on a Bloody Mary. I couldn't tell you why - it just tasted a little off somehow to me, and I switched to coffee after I finished it. The service was great, and the restaurant is really beautiful. Its 2nd Street location means parking is not so fun, but the location is great and convenient if you're downtown. We walked over from our hotel across Lady Bird Lake, and my friend found parking at a nearby garage. Overall, a great brunch. I'd be happy to repeat it. read more

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Lamb- 6/10; I can get this anywhere else, and I didn't like the distinct taste the meat had Red pepper chicken- 8/10; juicy, tender, rich flavor Date pudding- 11/10; I'd simply go back here just for the dessert!! They were so confident to recommend and I totally understand why read more

The Peacock - Red Pepper Chicken Thigh GF, Spiced Lamb Kefta* GF DF, Saffron Rice V GF - Mediterranean Near Me - Austin, Texas

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