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Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar, Austin, TX

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

4.7
4.7
421 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
22:30
Booked 8 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
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
  • 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, Winnie Mak at winnie.mak@omnihotels.com
  • 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

  • Celebrate Easter with a Feast to Remember

    US$35.00 - US$125.00 per person

    20 Apr 2025 only
    This Easter, gather your loved ones for a special celebration surrounded by breathtaking Hill Country views. We’re excited to invite you to indulge in a curated Easter Buffet designed to delight every palate. Feast on an array of mouthwatering dishes while sipping on your favorite cocktails or try our Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar, where you can customize your drink to perfectly suit your taste. Whether you're a fan of the classic Bloody Mary or prefer a refreshing Mimosa, we’ve got something for everyone! Make this Easter one to remember with great food, family, and fantastic views. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
  • Celebrate Mom with our Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch

    US$35.00 - US$125.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    This Mother’s Day, treat Mom to a delightful buffet brunch she’ll cherish, all while enjoying breathtaking Hill Country views. Indulge in an exquisite spread of mouthwatering dishes, thoughtfully prepared by our talented chefs. From savory breakfast classics to irresistible sweet treats, we’ve crafted a feast that will satisfy every craving. Details: Adults: $125 per person, plus tax & gratuity Children (5-12 years): $35 per child, plus tax & gratuity Children under 5: FREE Reserve your table now and enjoy a relaxing, picturesque experience with loved ones. Let us handle the details while you make this Mother’s Day extra special.

What 421 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar offers a "wonderful dining experience" with a creative cocktail menu and a "delicious vegan meal." Guests rave about "amazing food" and "spectacular ambiance," especially during special occasions. Highlights include the crab mac & cheese and prime rib. The service is "exceptional," making it a must-visit.

421 Reviews
  1. Mark

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The good: cocktails, shrimp cocktail, oysters, mussels. The bad: cacio e pepe. It was watery and the noodles were overcooked. The kicker was that the dish was $30. We added chicken and it was a sad piece of grilled chicken, nothing special, and that was $20. So, all in, $50 for a borderline inedible dish for anyone with any level of discernment. However the mussels were phenomenal and only $15! The pricing was confusing but the main takeaway is the cacio e pepe needs to be reworked, deleted, or priced differently. Best to avoid it if you’re headed here.

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  2. Brian

    VIP

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated Valentines dinner. Food and service were great

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  3. Joani

    Austin

    42 reviews

    4.0

    42 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for valentines and got their prefixe + wine paired dinner. One plate served in the middle for two people. It was good, but I can’t say exceptional. Usually we really like their creative dishes. The octopus was overcooked, and food meant to be hot was not. Very little meat bites (2 small ones each) in the main course of Ox Tail over polenta. And a dish with broth meant to be eaten as a soup shouldn’t be served in a middle bowl and you’re given a plate - very hard to eat, although it was tasty.

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  4. Sharon

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Tried the fix prix Valentine's Day Amore Sotto le Stelle menu with wine pairing. The theme was Italian and the food and wines were excellent. No pasta! An imaginative and tastefully prepared series of courses to share. Varied flavors and textures--the octopus antipasto offering was extraordinary and I don't usually eat octopus! Wine selections were spot on for each course. I felt like I was back in Italy. Bravo!

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  5. Jeanne

    VIP

    Austin

    43 reviews

    3.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    This was our second time at the restaurant, and we’re disappointed with our food last night. I had the scallops w/risotto, scallops were chewy and the risotto looked like yellow soupy mash potatoes drenched in butter. Overall, way too rich, over cooked and the black kale was a tiny greasy fried accoutrement on top. My husband had the chicken, it was cooked ok, just a very small portion, most of his plate consisted of vegetables like eggplant that he doesn’t enjoy. To be fair, the lamb we had on our first visit was delicious, so I may return for that again. The Caesar salad and Warm Mushroom Frisée Salad were also quite good. Service was extremely slow between our salads and main course.

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  6. Wayne and Deidra

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. The crab mac & cheese is a MUST. Our server Ramsey provided exceptional service. We actually ordered what he recommended and were pleased!

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  7. Kristin

    Las Vegas

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Normally we have a good experience but the food didn’t have any flavor on the NYE dinner and the price for what we got was way overpriced

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  8. Mike

    Houston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service by the staff!!

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  9. Bruce

    VIP

    Houston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 29 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service..excellent Waittress and enjoyed the window seating views...thanks for our anniversary dessert!

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  10. Michele

    VIP

    Cincinnati

    61 reviews

    5.0

    61 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The chocolate dessert had an artistic impact. The pasta and shrimp was rich and tasty. Enjoyed the specialty cosmo with grey goose. The overall ambiance felt like a cruise ship. The fake snow outside was amazing.

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FAQs

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.7 stars by 421 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 8 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
  • 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, Winnie Mak at winnie.mak@omnihotels.com
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