
J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse
509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701
About J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse - steak house in Austin, Texas
Customer Review Summary
J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse offers an exceptional dining experience with outstanding food and service. Many reviews highlight the accommodating and knowledgeable staff, who enhance celebrations with thoughtful gestures like complimentary desserts and decorations. The menu features delicious steak, lobster, and unique items like escargot and garlic bread. The ambiance is consistently praised, making it perfect for special occasions. Reservations are recommended, and valet parking is available. The extensive drink selection complements the delightful meals, contributing to a memorable experience. Customers appreciate the quality and taste, urging visits for anyone in the Austin area.
Key Features
Service options
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Sports
Popular for
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Hard liquor
- Private dining room
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Dinner
- Dessert
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Parking
- Free street parking
- Paid parking garage
- Paid street parking
- Valet parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
The Voice Over Closet
One of the best dinners I have had in a very long time. We celebrated our anniversary here, and they had a beautiful card and rose for us. Our waitress was phenomenal. She explained everything so well which made the dining experience that much more elevated. They were very accommodating of my pregnancy and advised me of alternatives for me. Along with our wonderful steak and the delicious creamed corn, we ordered the escargot which were in puff pastries and were excellent! They also gifted us with complimentary cocktails and, in celebration of our anniversary, a free dessert! It definitely came with a price tag so be prepared for that, but it was well worth it and we hope to be back!
Jared Kirsh
Our evening at Carvers was amazing. We were out celebrating a bachelor party and we were beyond impressed. The food was delicious, the ambiance was impeccable, and Norah our waitress was absolutely on point. She was kind, helpful, and knowledgeable. Definitely get the garlic bread, escargot, and pork chop. We looked at a lot of reviews before choosing Carvers and we definitely chose right. I would highly recommend.
Alexander Gaw
Celebrated our 2 year anniversary. The staff was very polite, they decorated our table with flowers and a 2 year anniversary card. Our waiter even gave us a free dessert too. All of our food was very delicious. We for sure would come back for another visit.
MD Networking Publications
J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse requires reservations and there is valet parking. The restaurant’s service is excellent, allowing customers to enjoy the menu at their leisure. The restaurant has a good wine list, but there are also other drinks. The Oscar-style bone-in filet is wonderful and I recommend it. There is also a chocolate cake that ends the dinner perfectly.
Oana Aveling
Excellent selection of drinks. Perfectly prepared steak and lobster. Although I do wish they would offer grass fed steak options.
Wyss-Lockner Klaudia Laura
This restaurant is such a special place! My friend and I celebrated a special occasion and the employees were a part of it, congratulating and taking care of us. The wine and the steak were indescribably delicious, the best I’ve ever had! Grateful for the experience, best place in Austin!
Derek C
What a wonderful experience. The food and atmosphere were outstanding. After the first couple of bites, we knew we were in for a treat. The bread was delicious, tuna was amazing, chili shrimp was packed with flavors, and salad was refreshing. Drinks were divine. Our bartender was so entertaining, and made sure we were taken care of. I would come back here weekly if I lived closer.
Devin White
A MUST when in Austin. Moved away from Austin recently but J Carver’s is a meal I will always think about. Amazing service, atmosphere, the food is out of this world and the quality has always been consistent through multiple visits. Highly recommend going in family style for ordering and make sure to order at least one non menu-item special as well. Don’t sleep on the pastas!
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