Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

4.8

406 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

2 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

Seafood-centric restaurant with sweeping panoramic views of the Fazio Foothills Golf Course and the Texas Hill Country. Featuring a daily selection of freshly shucked oysters, fresh fish, and local “garden-to-table” fare curated by the culinary masterminds at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. Delectable non-seafood selections include tender steaks and braised and grilled dishes. Enjoy creative hand-crafted cocktails from a garden-inspired menu at the bar or outdoor patio.

Planning a visit? We recommend making reservations to ensure a seamless dining experience. Simply drop us an email at blind.salamander@omnihotels.com or give us a call at 512.306.5885 for parties of six or more guests.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 306-5885
Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/austin-barton-creek/dining/blind-salamander
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Private party facilities
This signature restaurant offers fresh seafood and dishes with Texas flair. Explore a diverse menu of garden-inspired cocktails. The dining room overlooks the Austin Hill Country, home to the Blind Salamander.If you like to book a private event please email our General Manager, Marcos Gonzalez at marcos.gonzalez@omnihotels.com

Location
8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, TX 78735
Area
West Austin / Westlake
Cross Street
Barton Creek Blvd.
Parking details
We have both valet parking and self parking available. Parking validated with dinner.
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Christmas Brunch
US$45.00 - US$135.00 per person
25 Dec 2024 only
INDULGE IN TRADITIONAL FAVORITES & UNIQUE OFFERINGS Benedict Station • Grill Station • Carving Station Pancake Station • Mini Dessert Table 11AM – 7PM | DECEMBER 25 | RESERVATIONS REQUIRED $135 PER ADULT | $45 PER CHILD (AGE 6-12) | Complimentary AGE 5 and Under

Brioche LoafUS$10.00
pull apart bread / brown butter & parmesan / whipped butter & lemon oil
Beef Tartare*US$24.00
filet mignon / traditional accoutrements / soft yolk / lavash
French Onion SoupUS$16.00
cheddar / gruyere / crostini
BurrataUS$18.00
peach mostarda / pistachio / arugula / grilled bread
Tomato Bagna CaudaUS$15.00
onion cream / basil / togarashi / toasted bread
Foie Gras MousseUS$18.00
pistachio butter / pickled berries / sourdough

Leaves and Greens

Mixed GreensUS$15.00
local vegetables / honey mustard vinaigrette / walnuts
Caesar*US$15.00
malted potato chips / anchovy dressing / picked herbs
Tomato SaladUS$19.00
basil pistou / whipped ricotta / sourdough / amaranth

Simply Prepared

Harissa Crusted RedfishUS$38.00
hoppin john / parsnip / vadouvan jus
Scallops & BaconUS$52.00
corn pudding / fava beans / cotija / chicharron
Ora King Salmon*US$44.00
clams / corn & shrimp bisque / celery root
Cavatelli PastaUS$30.00
mushrooms / parmesan / manchego / sun-dried tomato
Pastrami Spiced DuckUS$48.00
pickled red cabbage / black rice / mustard seeds / croquette / duck jus
Lamb ChopsUS$48.00
eggplant & dill yogurt / bulgur salad / lamb jus
Filet Mignon*US$54.00
twice cooked potatoes / leeks / tomatoes / cognac sauce

Sides

Crab Mac 'N CheeseUS$21.00
gluten-free pasta available upon request
Blistered Shishito PeppersUS$12.00
romesco / spiced almonds
Charred Broccolini US$15.00
herb yogurt / capers / chili threads
Twice-Cooked PotatoesUS$10.00
salsa brava / gruyère / chives

Sweets

Banana Foster CheesecakeUS$15.00
frozen cheesecake / warm banana foster sauce / vanilla ice cream
Hazelnut & Cherry TorteUS$14.00
hazelnut / cherry torte / anise meringue / molasses ice cream
Decadent Pumpkin CrunchUS$14.00
mexican chocolate mousse / pumpkin pie filling / candied pepitas

What 406 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Austin
Great for scenic views
Austin
American
Austin
Great for scenic views
Austin
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar promises an exceptional dining experience with its "beautiful atmosphere" and "wonderful service." Guests rave about the "creative cuisine," unique flavor combinations, and "incredible" views of the Fazio Foothills golf course. The attentive staff, highlighted by servers like Barry and Ramsey, enhance the dining journey, making it a must-visit in Austin.

406 Reviews

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bryan
Toronto
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We are here a year ago and were very impressed. Told several they should add it to their date night list in Austin. Actually loved it. But last night was almost the total opposite. Bland food. Over seasoned. Shishito peppers were the most tasteless version of the dish we have ever shared. Pasta dish was undercooked and had strange flavor. Waiter missed one of our French onions so we ate that separately. Then each time the servers brought food, they had to ask who ordered what so no system. Don’t plan on spending that much there again. Too many great places. Must be why they were almost empty on a holiday Friday.
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Sean
Tulsa
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderfull Thanksgiving brunch. We attended this in 2023 as well. The only reason I didn't give it top honors this year (2024) was because the selection options were fewer and less diverse.
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Erin
Austin
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thanksgiving brunch was amazing!! Really amazing food.
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Kristie
San Francisco
18 reviews
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on 8 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
The food was really subpar. The tomato salad was ice cold the bread was wonderful. The salmon was horrible. The clams and edible. The steak tasted like Hines 57 and the twice baked potatoes were too spicy with weird weird smoke flavor. The baked Alaska was burnt.
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LizB
Chicago
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 2 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great atmosphere & food! Will definitely be back.
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PatW
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful! Delicious food, superior service. Creative cocktails & extensive wine list.
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PatW
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful! My husband especially loves the crab mac & cheese and the wine selection. I love the creative cocktail menu and the delicious vegan meal Chef made me. The entire staff is wonderful. Welcoming friendly hostesses, knowledgeable friendly servers, and a talented chef who takes the time to visit our table. Nothing could be better.
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Mike
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on 3 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food and great service. The tomato jam dish and redfish were unique and memorable.
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PatW
San Francisco
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 29 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful in every way- service, food, wine, cocktails, ambience. My husband especially loved his French onion soup and crab Mac and cheese- big chunks of crab. Table next to us enjoyed their crab Mac & cheese as well. The chef graciously came out to discuss a vegan entree for me and it was both beautifully presented and delicious! Thank you!!!
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XAVIER
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful dining experience. Loved the menu options and the service. We will CERTAINLY be returning!!!
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FAQs

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 406 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

2 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 6 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, TX 78735

Additional information

Cross Street
Barton Creek Blvd.
Area
West Austin / Westlake
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
We have both valet parking and self parking available. Parking validated with dinner.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/austin-barton-creek/dining/blind-salamander
Phone number
(512) 306-5885
Private party facilities
This signature restaurant offers fresh seafood and dishes with Texas flair. Explore a diverse menu of garden-inspired cocktails. The dining room overlooks the Austin Hill Country, home to the Blind Salamander.If you like to book a private event please email our General Manager, Marcos Gonzalez at marcos.gonzalez@omnihotels.com

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

Make a booking

Additional information

Christmas Brunch

From the Sea

Jumbo Shrimp CocktailUS$29.00

Oysters on the Half Shell*

Yellowtail Crudo*US$26.00

Starters

Brioche LoafUS$10.00

Beef Tartare*US$24.00

French Onion SoupUS$16.00

BurrataUS$18.00

Tomato Bagna CaudaUS$15.00

Foie Gras MousseUS$18.00

Leaves and Greens

Mixed GreensUS$15.00

Caesar*US$15.00

Tomato SaladUS$19.00

Simply Prepared

Harissa Crusted RedfishUS$38.00

Scallops & BaconUS$52.00

Ora King Salmon*US$44.00

Cavatelli PastaUS$30.00

Pastrami Spiced DuckUS$48.00

Lamb ChopsUS$48.00

Filet Mignon*US$54.00

Sides

Crab Mac 'N CheeseUS$21.00

Blistered Shishito PeppersUS$12.00

Charred Broccolini US$15.00

Twice-Cooked PotatoesUS$10.00

Sweets

Banana Foster CheesecakeUS$15.00

Hazelnut & Cherry TorteUS$14.00

Decadent Pumpkin CrunchUS$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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