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1716 S Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78704 30.2468 -97.7508

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Neighborhoods: South River City, Greater South River City

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Sat-Sun 10am-3pm, 5pm-11pm

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Woodland

Woodland

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Woodland

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Woodland is a full service restaurant specializing in traditional American home-style cooking, commonly referred to as, comfort food with a Texas twist. Dinner entrees include favorites like hearty home made Woodland pot pies, spaghetti & meatballs, meatloaf made with natural Angus beef, and a porterhouse pork chop just to name a few. The sides are no less savory with items like macaroni & cheese, corn fritters & potato salad. Join us for dinner, just to hang out, catch up with friends, or our famous Sunday brunch. Woodland is also available for groups and special events. Call us for…

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The classic comfort foods of the South--meat loaf, Sloppy Joes and chocolate-peanut butter pie--become smart and chic when presented within the faux-earth confines of this restaurant whose decor includes a giant tree in the middle and thatched walls reminiscent of a treehouse. The small space is the brainchild of owners and chefs of the Austin favorite Starlite, making it inevitable that a long line of neighborhood foodies come for supper and stay for the pie. – – High Marks – "...serves down-home comfort food with an equal attention to detail." (ek3113, Citysearch user)…

2 Star Rating: Below Average

10/24/09

Substandard BLT

by alabastard at Citysearch

My partner and I order in at least five nights a week. We generally patronize Threadgill's, Magnolia, Kerbey, etc. on "comfort food night."

On occasion, we like to splurge on something better. Last night, we decided to get a couple of sandwiches from The Woodland.

(We have had their burgers and a few of their entrees in the past and have been pleased at times.)

When we phoned, we were asked to hold. Understandable for a Friday night, and I'm glad local businesses do well. But after five minutes, we were still on hold.

Still...not a big deal. I just went and ordered in person.

My biggest problem this time was with the BLT. At first it looked great. Big sandwich; the bread was good. But for ten dollars, I would expect more than four super-thin slices of bacon.

This paltry amount did not even cover the surface area of the sandwich. Not. Even. Close.

I would not even be writing this review if this weren't the latest of several disappointing experiences. We have seen a steady decline of both service and food quality at The Woodland.

The staff sometimes seems either startled by or displeased with the fact that there are people in their restaurant. I happen to think that a "cool detachment" from one's clientele is anything but.

We are not in Paris and this is not haute cuisine. A little warmth goes a long way toward making up for an underwhelming experience.

I'm afraid it's a trend that does not bode well for what has at times been -- and could be -- a good restaurant.

  • Pros: Good Atmosphere
  • Cons: Food Quality, Service
1 Star Rating: Poor

10/17/09

how the heck?

by aseyer at Citysearch

how is this place open? is Austin's tourism really keeping this place open? or is it the over priced EVERYTHING..is it buying produce and ingredients from Wal-Mart and selling them as if they are organic? Im a cook at a place with a very similar menu but its ALL ORGANIC and high quality and 1/4 of the price, so its not like they have to charge that much.....this place was so horrible after eating there my girlfriend and i broke up......

  • Pros: Service i GUESS
  • Cons: price and quality
3 Star Rating: Average

08/23/09

American Food

by absent at Citysearch

The Woodland does not offer a large variety of choices on the menu. My assumption was that with the limited menu, everything would be exceptional. The kitchen would focus on only a few things and excel at each dish.

Breakfast: You can order two eggs any style and have 4 items with the eggs. The eggs do not have any seasoning when they are served. Yes, the Woodlands is known for down home food, but I thought they would at least reach for some seasoning. I mean you are paying $11 for eggs and 4 items. The bacon and sausage are above average.

If you are looking for plain, the Woodland should be your destination.

Service was not bad. We were served another party's food first, then had to ask for service at each stage (to order, for check,). The service was responsive after we asked.

My recommendation is for the kitchen to take some sage advice. Take more thyme in the development of the recipes. Maybe even consider turning over a new leaf (of almost any kind) and add the leaf to a dish to accentuate flavor.

  • Pros: Simple Food Prepared Fairly Well
  • Cons: Staff Seems Distracted

The Details on Woodland

Where to Sit:

Come on a weekday and get a table by the window to people-watch.

What to Drink:

Never mixed chicken wings with wine? This is the place to do it.

When to Go:

The room crowds up on weekends, extending hold times to around an hour. Call ahead for reservations.

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

Local Favorite, Brunch, Notable Chef, People Watching, Date Spot, Bar Scene

Cuisine:

Southern & Soul, Traditional American

Message from Woodland

  • Serving Dinner Daily
  • Happy Hour Specials
  • Sunday Brunch

Woodland is a full service restaurant specializing in traditional American home-style cooking, commonly referred to as, comfort food with a Texas twist. Dinner entrees include favorites like hearty home made Woodland pot pies, spaghetti & meatballs, meatloaf made with natural Angus beef, and a porterhouse pork chop just to name a few. The sides are no less savory with items like macaroni & cheese, corn fritters & potato salad.

Join us for dinner, just to hang out, catch up with friends, or our famous Sunday brunch.

Woodland is also available for groups and special events. Call us for information about birthday parties, graduation celebrations and anniversary dinners to bridal showers, post-wedding brunches, holiday happenings and more! We are happy to help with all the details. These are not to be missed experiences - your guests will leave with delicious memories.

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