J Carver's

4.9

2017 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

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2 people

27 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 70 times today

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Great for creative cocktails

J Carver's Oyster Bar & Chophouse features market fresh oysters & premium wood grilled steaks. Nestled in West 6th District of Downtown Austin, John Carver, Owner and Chef delivers an elevated classic fine dining experience featuring a gorgeous raw & oyster bar and intimate dining experience.

In order to honor all reservations booked, we ask that all bookings adhere to our suggested dining time frame. Please contact our reservationist if you have additional questions. Our time frames are as follows
2 people - 2 hours
3 people - 2 hr 15 minutes
4-5 people - 2 hr 30 minutes
6-7 people - 2hr 45 minutes
8+ people - 3 hours

Please reach out to our reservationist for private dining.
We offer Valet at $12 daily

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Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Oyster Bar, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Bar Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 782-0650
Website
http://www.jcarveratx.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
John Carver
Private party facilities
Private Dining at J Carver's offers an intimate dining setting elevated by an ultimate luxury experience. Perfect for family gatherings, business dinners, or any special occasion.
Private party contact
Charles Lindberg: (512) 621-9000

Location
509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701
Area
Downtown
Cross Street
Rio Grande and 6th street
Parking details
We offer Valet parking in a garage for our guests $10. Valet is stationed right in front of the restaurant for your convenience.
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Popular dishes

What 2,017 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

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Diners' Choice Awards

Austin
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
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Best Ambience
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Steakhouse
Austin
Best Overall
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Best Food
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Best Service
Austin
Best Ambience
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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

J Carver's in Austin offers an exceptional dining experience with "amazing food, drinks, and service." Renowned for its steaks and seafood, the atmosphere is "energetic and fun." The staff receives high praise for "impeccable service," making it a top choice for special occasions. Highly recommended for "an elevated dining experience."

2,017 Reviews

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Ryan
Cincinnati
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal from appetizers/salad to desserts. Great ambiance. Had a great server who was very attentive and food was phenomenal!
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Kyle
Austin
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Beautiful food, terrific service and great cocktails and wine program
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Lance
VIP
Houston
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
J Carver’s is hands-down, one of the best steakhouse restaurants in Austin by a long shot. The only thing better than the food here is the service.
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Warren Kenneth
Austin
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have had nothing but great experiences here, till this evening— asked to add shrimp scampi to a dish— chef declined (never been an issue before). Ordered the dover sole and had to pick out lots of bones. Normally this place is 5/5, no notes— will be back of course— just a bad evening.
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Agnes
VIP
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best steak house in Austin - their hospitality is next to the best!
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Maria
VIP
New York City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food. atmosphere and service. Favorite restaurant of all time. Just delicious.
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Jason
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 19 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service and ambiance, highly recommended! Definitely stop by if you're in Austin!
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Dave
VIP
Los Angeles
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best in a city full of great options. A must stop when we're in town.
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Warren Kenneth
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Bars typically aren’t the most intimate place to sit — but at Jcarvers, it is — was greeted with a custom name plate and the chairs are throne line and spaced far enough from others to feel like you’re in your own little bubble. 10/10 highly recommend. (The sole with crab & lemmon butter is next level btw)
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Giemer
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
They fulfilled my requests and service was quick and attentive without being too intrusive. Food was amazing. Particularly the 55 oz tomahawk ribeye, blue crab fried rice, and short rib ravioli. Would highly recommend for a special date.
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FAQs

J Carver's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 782-0650.

J Carver's is rated 4.9 stars by 2017 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

27 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 70 times today

Order delivery or takeout

509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Rio Grande and 6th street
Area
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Bar Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Oyster Bar, Seafood
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We offer Valet parking in a garage for our guests $10. Valet is stationed right in front of the restaurant for your convenience.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
John Carver
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
http://www.jcarveratx.com/
Phone number
(512) 782-0650
Private party facilities
Private Dining at J Carver's offers an intimate dining setting elevated by an ultimate luxury experience. Perfect for family gatherings, business dinners, or any special occasion.
Private party contact
Charles Lindberg: (512) 621-9000

J Carver's

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

Popular dishes

Beef Filet Steak Tartare

Seared Foie Gras

Maine Lobster Bisque "En Croute"

Menu

What 2,017 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does J Carver's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is J Carver's restaurant rated?

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