Shrimp parm is the best ralph ur the man ! Clean kitchen always fresh food keeps me coming back !

4.5 Stars I loved the huge variety of seafood/protein options on the menu. Food is tasty for sure but also super greasy / salty (we had the cajun chicken quesadilla ($18) the guac was bomb and super fresh). Located inside Lavaca Street Bar. read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Chicken Quesadilla ($18) - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

This is a unique restaurant in downtown Austin! You can order take out from the window on the side or you can order inside the bar and sit inside (need ID). I got the blackened tilapia po-boy ($15). The portion size is HUGE! So generous. I feel like it's rare to see these portion sizes in Austin. I got everything on it, like mixed greens, tomato, pickles, and a coleslaw. The tilapia was flavorful!! There was 2 sauces, a spicy vinegar-y ketchup and a mayo based one. Both were yummy! Service was fast and friendly. Bar bathroom was clean. read more

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Amazing, walk up and order place in downtown Austin. Got the blackened shrimp and red snapper with slaw and mac n cheese. Would totally walk in the rain AGAIN for this meal. Guy was cool at the window as well as great service. Adjacent to a bar I did not go in. Review is for food alone read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

Stumbled upon this great spot. The fish was great. We had the ahi tuna po boy along with the fried catfish. Both were big, thick and well cooked pieces of fish. The mac n cheese was good, thick and creamy. We had high hopes for the Cajun green beans. They had good kick, but flavor was lacking. That being said, the workers were nice, and food came out at a good time. Will be back again. Also you can order ahead. read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've walked past Lavaca Street bar so many times but never knew they sold seafood! We were craving some shrimp and found out through maps that they basically have an entire restaurant in the bar. I was so excited since the location is nearby and they had a great selection. The service was great & the food came out fast considering the amount of people in line. Unfortunately, I was not impressed by the food. The amount of food vs the price of the food provided did not make any sense to me. The Cajun corn was honestly just nasty. The blackened shrimp had a decent taste but the "buffalo shrimp" was literally just fried shrimp with some dabs of Frank's hot. The only thing I'd recommend from here would be the jalapeño hush puppies. They were tasty & there were plenty. Their service was great and I enjoyed the overall feel of the bar, however, I would not choose to eat here again. I'll definitely return for some drinks and a football game though! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

It's often hard to find a place with a good veggie menu, but this spot delivered. The grilled vegetables were perfect. Just wish there was more seating available read more

I'm not going to lie. I was hating on the prices at first but I decided to go for it. It was absolutely amazing, it's 100% worth it without a doubt. I got the crawfish tail po boy (blackened), red beans & rice, green beans, and jalapeno hush puppies. Probably spent around $45ish after taxes and tip. (These are the only items I have tried) read more

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So they said their most famous thing is the fish tacos. I thought it would be the po boy but I guess not. Anyhow the fish tacos are massive. Yes, they're pricey like $20 but I thought they were good. If I wasn't visiting, I'd probably pass. Service was fast and it's located in a bar. read more

Turf N Surf is pretty expensive for a "po' boy" shop, but I do enjoy their sandwiches. They're pretty big! The blackened fish is very flavorful. They stuff their sandwiches with crunchy vegetables. And they have 5 or 6 hot sauces (these are po' boys, so I go with the classic Louisiana Hot Sauce). When I first visited, I was taken aback by the prices - all in w/ tax & tip well over $20 for most proteins - but the tilapia option was much cheaper, so I went with that. And I was not disappointed! I think blackened was the right way to go too, but they do have fried and grilled options. The blackened spices add a nice amount of flavor to the white fish, one reason why I don't think you really need the more expensive versions. The bread isn't noticeable, but it stands up to a fairly moist sandwich, so it does it's job. On top of the fish, is a heaping pile of slaw. lettuce, tomato, onion & pickles. Always served with lime, which is necessary to contrast the creamy slaw. Choose your hot sauce from the many options, and your tastebuds will be occupied for a little while They also serve 2 sauces on the side, but honestly, I don't really like them. I suggest ordering w/ out sauce on the side, they're not needed since you've already got your hot sauce of choice. The service is pretty quick, so I'm happy there. There's also never a line when I go - usually 2-3pm - so that's a plus. And if you have time for a pint, you're already right there in Lavaca Street Bar The interior is pretty dark & divey, but they do have a small backyard area, so if you need some fresh air, just head that way. read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Po' boy w/ blackened tilapia (top view) - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

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There is no ambiance as this is a kitchen with a pick up window if ordered from the sidewalk or ordered from within the bar. You maybe lucky to grab a seat on the sidewalk otherwise it's inside the bar if you can find an unoccupied table. The service is wonderful, they are super helpful and very friendly. The food is awesome, I wish I had not eaten early so I could try more things from their menu. The blacken snapper po boy was one of the best po boys I've ever had. The veggies were fresh firm and crispy. The cilantro fries left a lot to be desired. Just chopped cilantro thrown on top of a bed of fries. The fries would've been great without the cilantro. The tacos were also good. The portion sizes are huge... I will return whenever I'm in Austin. read more

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Came here after seeing how amazing their crawfish nachos looked online and the great reviews that people wrote. However my friends and I were extremely disappointed with the food and service. The blackened crawfish was overly salty, we could not keep eating it without feeling the need to drink water after each bite. Don't get me wrong, the portions are generous ($21) especially considering the price we paid but I would not recommend this to anyone. The seasoning overpowered the crawfish and it was not enjoyable. As you can see in the picture, we barely made a dent and mind you, we do NOT like to waste food. We are not even picky eaters but each bite was pure salt with no contrast in flavors. We also ordered cocktail fried oysters but they were mostly covered in breading and the oysters were tiny so I can't justify the $20 price tag. The only thing i could recommend is the shrimp poboy. The size is generous and the shrimps were big and succulent. In terms of service, it felt cold and disinterested when I asked what they recommended since we were visiting from California. read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Blackened Crawfish nachos - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

3.5 First thing to note is they give you big portions. The FF were good, nice seasoning but not salty. My friend liked the shrimp on the po boy but said the bread was too much. My quesadilla was really greasy. I asked for light cheese. It was so much cheese, it was oozing out. I ate the two end slices & threw away the rest. My stomach couldn't take all the grease & cheese. I originally wanted tacos but I prefer corn tortillas, which they didn't have. Service was good, food didn't take long. Won't be back. Pricey & disappointing. read more

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Unfortunately had to post this. This review is not a dig on workers or service - only on the quality of ribeye. Staff & service was good. Been coming here for years for their blackened ribeye nachos. Always looked forward to it. It's been a hot minute since we've been here but last night the meat quality was horrible. Very tough and chewy-almost like a sirloin. If customers are paying $25 + tax & tip, you would expect it to be at least edible. Didn't even finish 1/3 of it - that bad. Understand cost of beef, food are increasing but you can't charge higher prices and not deliver on quality. read more

I love crossing off places in my "Want to Go" bookmarks. I especially loved crossing off Turf N Surf Po' Boy because it's been in my bookmarks for over 4 or 5 years now. I came with my team yesterday because my manager raved about it, and wow. It is so delicious. It's a little hole-in-the-wall on Lavaca Street, and I've definitely passed by it a lot of times but didn't realize it was right there. We all ordered the blackened ahi tuna taco plate with Cajun fries as our side, and everything was genuinely so freaking good. The fries were perfectly crispy and seasoned. The fish was really tender and moist. They fill up the tacos so I can only eat one and I'll get full. Even the salad and the ranch dressing were phenomenal. I definitely want to come again because this is going to be one of my favorite spots in Austin. There is so much food as well, so the price is definitely worth it. I can't say enough good things about this spot. read more

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Perfect spot for some Sunday football and food is great. I would highly recommend the wings w/ Asian sauce.

Occupying the kitchen inside Lavaca, Turf n Surf Po' Boy serves up some great seafood with strong Cajun flavors that will transport you straight to NOLA! Open late, they're great for post-bar munchies. The menu could get a little overwhelming at first glance, but the variety is well worth it. When the weather is good, it's nice to just stop by and order through their sidewalk window and eat at one of the tables outside. I'm personally a fan of their Naughty Cat Poboy, which is blackened catfish and bacon with all the fixings - it's just seasoned so well and really hits the spot. I also suggest getting their Fried Jumbo Gulf Shrimp, which are beyond fresh. A word of warning, though: their sandwiches could get REAL messy and start falling apart, with coleslaw getting all over the place, so be prepared! read more

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Yeah this place goes absolutely crazy. Like the portions are so insane you wonder how they even make money. They were churning and burning out meals during an extremely packed UT game and everything came out quickly and well-made. Service at the window is also always so friendly it makes me want to get in my car and drive straight to NOLA. The red beans and rice alone made me nostalgic for the boot. The blackened chicken nachos fully satiated three starving women and that's saying a lot. Honestly I've tried a lot of dishes on their menu and not one of them disappoints. T&S is really the ideal bar food - BANG FOR YOUR BUCK!!! And hey if you're a weightlifter, you absolutely do not have to worry about protecting the gains here. They will load you UP with protein. read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Blackened chicken nachos, red beans & rice - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

I ordered two Mahi Mahi tacos. The Negative - tortilla was rock hard, way too much lettuce and sauce. Positive - descent size fillet of Mahi Mahi. But I only ate the fish as the Taco was a joke. I took it to the guy at the counter and gave him my critique and he could care less. Not to mention I paid $47.00 for 4 mediocre tacos and a Dr Pepper. I used to love the food here, won't be returning. read more

I grew up in Corpus Christi, so I was apprehensive about seafood in Austin. All if that melted away from the fist bite. Shrimp was fried to order and was not previously frozen! The poboy was dressed with fresh veggies! The Cajun fries were fresh cut and had the right amount of seasoning. read more

Wow people were not joking when they mentioned in their reviews that the portions are huge here. We tried the chicken parm which essentially seemed like two very large chicken breasts cut into 2 pieces each and was probably about a lb of meat. If you're looking for traditional thinner chicken parm this is a not it, but great value if you want a mound of chicken. The grilled shrimp was a more reasonable portion size and cooked well. I would give this place closer to a 3.5 but def a great value option if you want a ton of food! read more

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Amazing food, great service and easily the best poboy sammys in Austin! I try to go at least once a week, I love this place so much!

I can't say a lot about this Austin favorite, but we had a hankering for hush puppies and very few places in the area serve them, which-with the help of fellow Yelpers-led us here. Two options for ordering: outside at the order window, which accompanies a small patio, and inside Lavaca (restaurant) with a full bar, pool table and an entirely separate menu. We can only comment on the hush puppies, of course. They are jalapeño hush puppies and pack a serious punch, which we rounded off with a round from the bar. They were cooked perfectly and came with a roulade for dipping. Service was friendly and fast. Inside offered a nice reprieve from the Austin heat, and the music was awesome. Totally worth the detour to satisfy our craving! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Order window - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

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What a banger of a lunch!! I had the ahi tuna Po' Boy and absolutely loved it!! Such a huge piece of fish that season perfectly in the Cajun blackened season was on point. As you can see from the photo this thing is huge!!! Well worth the $$ considering quality, flavor and overall wow factor. Recommend to anyone who loves seafood!! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Tuna Po'Boys - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

Low frills window serving comfort food. Seems there's some seating nearby, but it also translates well into takeaway. Not mind blowing, but still tasty. Chips + Queso: These were high on comfort. Kinda tasted like what you might make at home with Velveeta, no bougie reimaginations. But the chips were way better than store bought, tasted like they might have been fried up fresh from corn tortillas earlier that day. A big vat of mild red salsa came with, but wasn't that necessary since the queso was the main focus. Fried Catfish Po' Boy: A generous portion of catfish with a grainy batter and deep fried nicely. Loved the soft bread, lightly toasted on the inside, and the sour pickles. However, they went a bit crazy with lettuce and coleslaw. At times it felt like I had a fish salad on a roll. But I guess if it's that much of a bother, one can just take some of it off. read more

For a bar food, this place is pretty good! The food seems fresh and it's a fun place to watch sports games with TVs throughout and outside on the patio. School was in session when we visited but we didn't feel out of place among the college crowd as there were several other parties a little older than the typical college age :) Got the grouper tacos and Mac and cheese. I am always surprised to find grouper outside of the immediate gulf area but these were very fresh and flavorful and didn't taste frozen. The Mac and cheese was very homemade tasting! Overall a good place to grab a bite of something other than the typical bar food! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Mac and cheese - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I got the blackened ribeye medium rare and it was so tender. Very yummy and the amount of fries was a lot! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Blackened ribeye with Cajun fries - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

Located inside a sports bar, Turf N Surf is a casual window serving up different seafood offerings. My boyfriend and I had just gotten off the plane and were in search of an afternoon snack, and their fried catfish po'boy really hit the spot! You can also sit in the bar and eat, which is nice. read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Fried catfish Po'Boy - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

Highly recommend! I got the blackened mahi mahi with salad. Everything was fresh and delicious. They have a choice of a few salad dressings. I got the ranch which had a spicy tang to it which I didn't expect but enjoyed. Overall, a very tasty and healthy meal that I will definitely come back for! The service was quick and can be ordered at the window next to the restaurant. I chose to sit outside which was nice! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Mahi Mahi - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

I have not been here since before the pandemic and they still had a location at the domain. Let me tell ya, I couldn't be happier I stopped by and it was just as good if not better than I remembered. It's a bit pricey but you get a lot of food and it's mouthwatering delicious. I stopped by for lunch with a few friends and they were super happy with the recommendation. We orders guac as well as queso fries. The guac was freshly made, and better than most Tex max spots. It could have used some salt and lime but I was able to add that myself. On top of that it comes with a big side of salsa and fresh chips. They are not stingy with the chips! The waffle fries were perfectly crispy with the yummy and gooey queso on top. I kind of wish I had a plate in front of me now. I ordered blacked tilapia tacos. It comes with two but we had so much appetizers that I could only eat one. On the weekend after a certain hour they also have a cold bar with really yummy oysters. This place is great that get busy fast for the lunch rush but it's worth it. Glad I stoped by. read more

Food is always fresh. My favorite is the Ribeye Taco's! We tried the queso, but I wasn't big on it, It tasted watered down, and not really cheesy. But the Tacos are always amazing! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Nachos - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

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We came here to grab a late night snack and we noticed they were about to close. Told them we weren't those guys and were walking away when the front of house guy insisted we could order and they'd be happy to make us some food so we did. Got two blackened chicken Po' Boy's and a side of hush puppies. Out came to sandos. Juicy chicken and great flavor. Zero sauce when I specified double sauce on the side. Now to the hush puppies. As I turned to the kitchen to see if they were working on it lights were off and the gate shut. I don't bash a lot of places but at least fulfill the order if you 'absolutely insisted' on us placing a order when you're closing. read more

It's pretty expensive but really good. I got the flautas but it was too chickeny. The shrimp poboy was amazing with the sauce they had. Try all the sauces. read more

Food was great, we ordered the blackened chicken quesadillas, and a fried oyster po boy. We were visiting Austin, service was fast. It's like a pub but atmosphere was good too. Definitely would recommend. read more

The Food was good. We ordered take out and picked it up at the window. I'm from New Orleans and my seafood expectations can be very high. Living in Texas I have trained my pallet to understand Texas seafood...lol. Therefore, the catfish was authentic catfish and not the foolery of swai. I liked the fries with the Cajun seasoning and the Cajun seasoned wings as well. The shrimp was not what I expected. They are on the menu as jumpo shrimp. They aren't jumbo at all. Their butterflied which I am assuming maybe that's why they are called jumbo. Now when I see jumbo I am expecting jumbo not large butterflied shrimp. I do believe they could use seasoning on their batter for both the shrimp and catfish however with a little tartar sauce it was satisfying. I also had the cilantro fries. The fries were good but no cilantro flavor‍. Slaw comes with the plates and when I tell you the slaw was the best tasting part. I could have eaten a plate of that slaw and been satisfied. The hush puppies said jalapeno but it was really just hush puppies. They taste like normal hush puppies from the freezer and dropped in oil. I make my own hush puppies‍. With that being said, it's a cool spot and I got a peak of the inside which looked like a place I would hang out. I would put this place in my food rotation on those days when I don't want to cook (which is not often but it does happen occasionally) if I lived in this area. read more

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Went to Lavaca Bar on S Lamar, but they closed TnS during covid. :( Worth the drive! Our fave is Blackened Tilapia (tacos or salad) & ANY GRILLED VEGGIES THEY HAVE. ALWAYS GOOD! read more

Turf N Surf Po' Boy - Blackened tilapia salad, grilled veggies & salad! YUM! We crave this meal.. some nights we just gotta have it! - Cajun/Creole Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great good tasty tacos. Fish tacos were awesome. Awesome service Very noisy place though read more

Fun bar, great food. I got the shrimp po'boy with waffle fries, both terrific. lol they butterfly the shrimp, I thought they gave me fish, until I tasted it with all the fixings, slaw, pickles, lettuce and tomatoes I added the romulaude sauce to it, perfect! read more

I absolutely love this place. You will not be disappointed in quantity or quality. Local business owner very down to earth. I've seen him first hand help in the community. Covid has forced two of his locations to close. Please support. His main concern is paying employees. The food is excellent. I will make my trips to Austin more often to do my part. If you are in Austin give it try. Visit with my daughter perfect outing. read more

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A little hole-in-the-wall on Lavaca Street. Great for grabbing lunch, but beware - portions are huge and the food is heavy! You could be taking a nap in the afternoon if you're not careful. We got two po'boys with fish. The fish was cooked to perfection! The veggies and sauces were nice too, overall I felt like the flavors were simple enough to let the flavors of the ingredients shine through. We should have gotten a single po'boy to share for lunch, as two portions was way too much for us. They had a good number of veggie options too. read more

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