
CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek
7415 Southwest Pkwy, Austin, TX 78735
About CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek - steak house in Austin, Texas
Polished steakhouse serving classic & creative mains & small plates, plus pasta & wood-fired pizza.
Customer Review Summary
Overall, CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek receives high praise for its exceptional steak quality and delicious sides. Many diners highlighted specific dishes such as the ribeye, macaroni, and the "Grand Prix" NY strip, noting their perfect cooking and great flavors. Service was consistently described as attentive and engaging, contributing to the overall positive dining experience. However, there were some critiques, with a few customers experiencing overcooked steaks and issues with reservations. Despite minor setbacks, most reviewers expressed a strong desire to return, making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors.
Key Features
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Fireplace
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
Yaya Garcia
First, I'm going to tell you my 22oz rib eye was the best steak I've ever had. Cooked perfectly at medium. The finger potatoes, macaroni, spinach artichoke dip were delicious as well!!!! My husband had chicken and waffles, he said they were good. Our server was wonderful too!
Stefan
The food was amazing, especially the meat quality. Presentation of the soup was kind of inventive. Our server did a great job and took great care of us. Definitely will come back to try more that’s on the menu.
K P
Went for Valentine’s Day. Had the “Grand Prix” menu for 2 and boy did it not disappoint. Everything was good and good portions. We had the 14 oz NY strip and it was one of the best steaks I’ve ever had in Texas. Maybe my life. Macaroni was to die for. Lemon tart for me was a 8/10. Not really a big lemon guy but it came with the menu deal. I was pleasantly surprised. All in all, I’m definitely coming back here again. Drove from new Braunfels to try it and the drive was well worth it.
Amy Bell
We stopped at Carve after ice skating at Hill Country Galleria. We had a group of 7 and everyone's food was fantastic! We ordered the Bread Tower as an appetizer and multiple other entrees. Steak, ribs, burger, shrimp and prime rib sandwich. All of it was wonderful. Highly recommend and would definitely go back.
Oleg Smirnov
This Austin gem delivers an exceptional dining experience that stands in stark contrast to the rushed, impersonal service often found in my native New York. The meat is cooked to perfection, effortlessly falling off the bone, showcasing both quality and expert craftsmanship. What truly sets this place apart, however, is the service - genuine, warm, and engaging. The servers go beyond just taking orders; they spark up real conversations, making you feel like a valued guest rather than just another table. The location is convenient, and the pricing is more than fair for the quality and experience provided. If you’re looking for a spot that combines top-tier barbecue with authentic hospitality, this place is a must-visit.
Jamaa Grant
Ok, so first and foremost, I loved this restaurant. I was surprised and not surprised it was a branch of Perry's steak house. I want to be honest about my trip there, so here it is! We made reservations, but upon arrival, they weren't recorded. Never the less we were seated immediately. We got a table closest to the bathroom. 👎🏾We could tell they had a few large parties. Our waiter was polite. However, he was mentally preoccupied with the larger tables.👎🏾 Our appetizer arrived, and it was all good from there! The spinach dip was great! My wife ordered the long bone pork chop, and I got the custom cut ribeye! The sides were mac and cheese and mash potatoes minus the extras! Very seldom have I ever had food I didn't have to add anything to! Hot sauce, salt, pepper, etc! The steak was prepared to my request! The sides were top-notch! Ober all this would be a go-to for visiting Austin. The drinks were top-tier!
N S
This place was really yummy! The meatloaf, cupcakes, ribeye , brussels sprouts, A must try! The chicken pot pie filling is amazing but they put a thick dough piece of bread almost like non-on the top that was horrible.
Russel Baer
Both of our steaks were overcooked. My filet, ordered medium rare was medium. My wife's strip, also ordered medium rare, was closer to medium well, but unfortunately incredibly tough and chewy. Her topping, lump crab and asparagus tips was inedibly fishy. My topping, a "colossal" scallop, was about half-dollar sized and tasty but, yes, overcooked. On the plus side, my filet was good. The salmon cakes were excellent. Service at the bar was great. This was not our first visit here but it was the first time we were disappointed by the steaks. In all honesty, I do better myself and I wonder why I spent fifty bucks for each steak there when I can do better at home in a cast iron skillet.
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