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Expect refined casual cuisine from this airy eatery close to downtown.
(512) 782-8032
312 Barton Springs Rd
(W Riverside Drive)
Austin,
TX
78704
30.25882
-97.74789
Neighborhood: Bouldin
Hours:
Mon-Thu 11am-10pm
Fri 11am-10:30pm
Sat 11am-10:30pm
Sun 11am-3pm
Price:
$
Last updated 8.09.11
Category:
Nightclubs, Restaurants, Bars & Pubs, Beer Gardens, Brew Pubs
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Pub Special Features:
Draft Beer, Notable Beer List, Happy Hour
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Lunch Spot, Date Spot, Brunch, Outdoor Dining, People Watching, Group Dining, Bar Scene
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Hamburgers, Steakhouse, Traditional American, Vegetarian, Seafood
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
What People Are Saying About Zax Restaurant & Bar
The Owner
Zax Restaurant & Bar
Owner
Take a departure from the everyday with such meals as the Blues Burger - A beefy burger with melted blue cheese, topped with crispy onion rings.Try one of our specialty pizzas, or build your own from the freshest ingredients.We offer a full bar and an array of pints, including many Texas craftbrews. We also have an extensive & stylish wine list.Happy Hour includes reduced prices on all appetizers including crab cakes, quesadillas, mussels & personal pizzas.So come for lunch, dinner or Sunday Brunch and enjoy the downtown atmosphere, easy parking, beautiful patio and casual setting of Zax…
Featured Review
Monika Kowalczyk
Contributor
Soft yellow-and-white accents, both indoors and out, evoke a fresh, spring-like aura. Plentiful windows allow daylight to flood inside, while handsome copper light fixtures illuminate at night. A spacious bar lines the back wall, offering a handful of seats. The well-planned menu of classic, casual fare features pulled pork and green-chili chicken quesadillas, overflowing with melted cheese and seasoned meat. The Blues burger is capped with crumbled blue cheese and thin, crispy onion rings.
Editor's Tips
- Save Money:
- Zax boasts a happy hour from 4pm to 7pm Tuesday to Friday and 4pm-10pm Monday. Drinks are $1 off and appetizers, burgers and pizzas are discounted.
- The Extras:
- Along with daily specials, the chef occasionally creates menu alternatives that are always worth a try.
- Where to Sit:
- Enjoy the patio seating on nice days, where umbrellas block the sun's rays.
12/12/11
Disappointed
by DonnaAnn40 at Citysearch
I ordered a salad from here for lunch awhile back and starting eating it. The lower I got down in the salad I noticed that the all of the lettuce in the bottom was rotted. Bothered me greatly. I had been to the restaurant several times and always enjoyed their salads.
I will say on a positive note that the manager was very apologetic and did not charge me for the salad. I have yet to return to the restaurant, because of the experience. But feel that I will eventually return, because my past dining experience were good and I enjoy eating out on the patio.
04/20/11
Great food
by Carlton B at Citysearch
Very impressed with the menu and the food was amazing. Definitely one of my favorites every-time I travel to austin.
11/17/10
Great food good staff always enjoyable.
by danielsoza at Citysearch
This restaurant has never failed to disappoint when I have been a patron and recently they again lived up to, if not exceeded my expectations. My wife and I recently enjoyed eating here prior to an evening spent at the theatre and the experience was magnificent. We unfortunately did not have reservation and they were at capacity but they had plenty of room on the patio. We were immediately seated and our waitress was very personable. We ordered an appetizer of Hummus with Italian flat bread which was delightful. For our main courses my wife ordered the Brick Chicken and I the Sesame Crusted Tuna. The chicken was chili rubbed, semi-boneless chicken breast grilled with brick presses and creamy polenta. The tuna was served with a sweet ginger sauce and wasabi mashed potatoes. The food was excellent and the service exquisite. I highly recommended.
05/12/10
Food-Pretty Good, Service-AWFUL
by Foodie969 at Citysearch
My wife and I went to Zax for brunch on a lazy Sunday after a friend recommended it to us.
Menu items looked good, creative and fresh. We ordered the crab brunch item and eggs benedict.
Once we got the food the service went completely downhill.
Our waiter never showed up again to ask for a water or coffee refill.
The hostess was more interested in flirting with the other waiters.
There seemed to be an inordinately high number of waitpersons to patrons ... and we STILL didn't get good service.
The management seemed lax as the waitpersons seemed like they really, really didn't want to be there. What happened to Austin politeness and hospitality? If I wanted attitude, I'd move back to New York!
- Pros: Food is tasty
- Cons: Brunch service left a lot to be desired
04/04/10
Always a great place!
by ASHLEY440 at Citysearch
If you have not tried this place you need to! They have a great menu and everything on it is good! My favorite part about going to Zax's is you know you will have a great experience. The ambiance is wonderful (in and out), they have fun drinks & beers and the staff is so welcoming! TRY IT!!! You wont regret!
- Pros: Great service, good food, friendly staff and great patio
Message from Zax Restaurant & Bar
- Wednesday Pint Nights
- Holiday Parties & Catering
- Sunday Brunch
Take a departure from the everyday with such meals as the Blues Burger - A beefy burger with melted blue cheese, topped with crispy onion rings.
Try one of our specialty pizzas, or build your own from the freshest ingredients.
We offer a full bar and an array of pints, including many Texas craftbrews. We also have an extensive & stylish wine list.
Happy Hour includes reduced prices on all appetizers including crab cakes, quesadillas, mussels & personal pizzas.
So come for lunch, dinner or Sunday Brunch and enjoy the downtown atmosphere, easy parking, beautiful patio and casual setting of Zax Pints and Plates. Or Call us to CATER your next event!
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