Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum

4.9

4977 Reviews

$31 to $50

Seafood

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2 people

22 Nov 2024

21:30

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Romantic
Fancy

Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

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Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Hours of Operation
Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 794-8300
Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/arboretum-austin-texas/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Michael Cerny
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
Private party contact
Misty Montague: (512) 314-5892

Location
10225 Research Blvd, Suite 4000, Austin, TX 78759
Area
Arboretum
Cross Street
Great Hills Trail
Parking details
Private Lot
Entertainment
Live piano music in the Stone Crab Lounge nightly
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

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Experiences

TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49
US$49.00 per person
Multiple dates available
It's never too early to celebrate! We’re thrilled to introduce our new TRU Ninety-Two prix fixe menu, available daily for a limited time. Featuring multiple courses of Truluck’s favorites, this specially curated menu is only $49 and is designed for faster service, making it perfect for early dining before a concert, show, or a night out. Available until 6:00 PM, it’s the ideal start to an unforgettable evening. Savor the ocean’s finest seafood such as scallop & shrimp sauté and sesame crusted tuna or cut into a juicy filet mignon, paired with wines by the glass, seasonal cocktail, and indulgent desserts. But hurry—this offer won’t last long. Join us and let the magic of the evening unfold. Your table is waiting.
A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Celebration
US$29.00 - US$59.00 per person
28 Nov 2024 only
Our 3 course Thanksgiving menu features a cornucopia of the classic dishes you love — elevated with a Truluck’s twist, of course — for just $59 for adults & $29 for those 12 and under. Start with a seasonal soup or salad before the main event: our Herb Roasted Turkey Breast with all the trimmings, including mashed potatoes, stuffing, gravy, & cranberry apple compote. Just be sure to save room for the dessert course. Choose from our famous Carrot Cake or Pumpkin Cheesecake and finish dinner with a decadent flourish. In the mood for surf and turkey? Our full menu of iconic seafood dishes and hand-cut steaks are also available, as is Florida Stone Crab, which is now in season and fresh as can be. Your table is waiting.

Offers

Find Your Happy Place!
Multiple dates available
Sun - Sat - 16:30 - 18:00
The best Happy Hour in Austin is back. Sip on ½ off cocktails, be adventurous with 50% off 50 bottles of wines, savor noteworthy wines by the glass, and indulge on our dips, snacks, & bites menu. Join us seven nights a week. 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm in our Stone Crab Bar.

Popular dishes

CAVIAR & CHIVE DIPUS$16.00
house-made potato chips
PORK BELLY BLAZE BAO (2) US$15.00
cucumber slaw, five spice dragon sauce
BLUE CRAB GUACAMOLEUS$16.00
fresh lime, plantain chips
HOT & CRUNCHY SHRIMPUS$18.00
mango-jalapeno glaze
LUX BURGERUS$21.00
melted fontina, bacon-tomato jam, baby arugula, white truffle aioli, brioche bun, french fries
HOT HONEY CHICKEN BITESUS$13.00
pimento aioli
SPICY SALMON CRISPY RICE*US$16.00
shaved green onion, pickled ginger, dynamite sauce
PRIME MEATBALLSUS$14.00
house steak sauce

Noteworthy Wines

JUVE & CAMPS, SPARKLINGUS$12.00
ABADIA DE SAN CAMPIO, ALBARINOUS$13.50
VAN DUZER, PINOT GRISUS$13.50
LAGARIA, PINOT GRIGIOUS$12.50
DAVIS BYNUM, CHARDONNAYUS$14.50
J. LOHR, RIVERSTONE, CHARDONNAYUS$12.50
ALEXANDER VALLEY VINEYARDS, MERLOTUS$14.00
LUCENTE, SUPER-TUSCANUS$16.50
LIBERTY SCHOOL, CABERNET SAUVIGNONUS$12.50
ROTH, CABERNET SAUVIGNONUS$15.00
ZUCCARDI, MOUNTAIN VINEYARD, MALBECUS$14.00
NEYERS, RED BLENDUS$16.50

Cocktails

VOILA!
a sensory tour de force of dry ice smoke, vodka, framboise, pineapple juice, lime juice, bubbles
- 18
- 1/2 OffUS$9.00
SANGRIA
house made secret recipe
- 17
- 1/2 OffUS$8.50
FIRST CRUSH
vodka, cherry liqueur, almond syrup, lemon juice, berry tea syrup
- 17.5
- 1/2 OffUS$8.75
SMOKE IN THE GARDEN
mezcal, botanical liqueur, hibiscus syrup, lime juice
- 18.5
- 1/2 OffUS$9.25
LIVELY UP
gin, raspberry puree, lime juice, ginger beer
- 17
- 1/2 OffUS$8.50
HOUSE OLD FASHIONED
bourbon, spiced orange syrup, angostura bitters, orange bitters
- 17
- 1/2 OffUS$8.50
RUM FASHIONED
rum, mandarin orange-lime syrup, angostura bitters
- 17.5
- 1/2 OffUS$8.75
HIGH FLIER
bourbon, aperol, mandarin orange-lime syrup, lemon juice, splash of bubbes
- 17.5
- 1/2 OffUS$8.75
SPICY BLACKBERRY MARGARITA
tequila, orange liqueur, blackberry puree, habanero-lime syrup
- 17.5
- 1/2 OffUS$8.75
TRU STORY
tequila, licor 43, guava puree, lime juice, pineapple juice
- 17
- 1/2 OffUS$8.50
ESPRESSO MARTINI
vodka, averna, demerara gum syrup, espresso "$1 of each sold is donated to the PTSD Foundation of America to benefit our veterans"
- 17
- 1/2 OffUS$8.50
LAKE COMO COOLER
averna, berry tea syrup, lime juice, ginger beer - Low ABV
- 17
- 1/2 OffUS$8.50

What 4,977 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
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Austin
Best Ambience
Austin
Romantic
Austin
Seafood
Austin
Best Ambience
Austin
Romantic
Austin
Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab at Austin Arboretum offers a "superb" dining experience, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "outstanding food" and "impeccable service." The ambiance is "gorgeous," and servers like Wayne, Phil, and Jason receive special praise. A must-visit for seafood lovers seeking elegance.

4,977 Reviews

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gay
Austin
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our anniversary and we were treated like royalty. There were rose petals scattered on the table, a signed anniversary card, and greetings by both hostesses and waiter. The food was delicious and beautifully presented as always. We especially appreciated the petite portions option.
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Butch
Austin
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience. The service was excellent. The food was fantastic. I highly recommend this restaurant!
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Eric
San Francisco
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We sat in the bar, where it’s always noisy/lively, but we like the live music. Food here is always excellent and Josh is an excellent server.
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Andy
New Orleans
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place. Always above expectations and quality
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PatrickB
Washington DC
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was our first visit as we went for our anniversary . Our server Valencia was exceptional as she was attentive to our needs . Cameron as well as the manager Michael stopped by our table to congratulate us on Anniversary and treated us to a special desert. We will be coming back !!
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Carolyn
Austin
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go to all our celebrations at Truluck’s. Great food, beautiful restaurant, and exemplary service.
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Jay
Austin
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our anniversary, could not have been any better. Food and service was prefect.
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Kerry
Austin
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful evening for a birthday celebration. Josh our waiter was attentive and very helpful.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin ArboretumResponded 5 days ago
Dear Kerry, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! I'm honored to hear the birthday was a wonderful success and we can't wait to have you join us again! Sincerely, Alex Rediske Service Manager
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Yvette
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The ambiance , the food , the service second to none!!!!
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Rebecca
Austin
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing service! The food was beyond delicious from start to finish. Highly recommend.
Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin ArboretumResponded 5 days ago
Dear Rebecca, Thank you for taking time out of your day to leave us a review, and a five star one at that! We are elated to hear we are a recommendation and you had such an amazing experience. Please come visit us again! Sincerely, Alex Rediske Service Manager
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FAQs

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 794-8300.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum is rated 4.9 stars by 4977 OpenTable diners.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a booking

2 people

22 Nov 2024

21:30

Booked 35 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum

10225 Research Blvd, Suite 4000, Austin, TX 78759

Additional information

Cross Street
Great Hills Trail
Area
Arboretum
Hours of Operation
Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Seafood, Steakhouse
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Michael Cerny
Entertainment
Live piano music in the Stone Crab Lounge nightly
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://trulucks.com/locations/arboretum-austin-texas/
Phone number
(512) 794-8300
Private party facilities
For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for any occasion (rehearsal dinners, corporate events, board meetings, milestone celebrations).
Private party contact
Misty Montague: (512) 314-5892

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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

74 Austin Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Gift card

TRU Ninety-Two Prix Fixe Menu for $49

A Stress-Free Thanksgiving Celebration

Find Your Happy Place!

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Socialite-Chilled Martini And A Trident Sushi RollUS$25.00

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Bar Lounge Menu

JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR 4:30pm-6pm Seven Days a Week in our Bar.

Dips, Snacks, & Bites

CAVIAR & CHIVE DIPUS$16.00

PORK BELLY BLAZE BAO (2) US$15.00

BLUE CRAB GUACAMOLEUS$16.00

HOT & CRUNCHY SHRIMPUS$18.00

LUX BURGERUS$21.00

HOT HONEY CHICKEN BITESUS$13.00

SPICY SALMON CRISPY RICE*US$16.00

PRIME MEATBALLSUS$14.00

Noteworthy Wines

JUVE & CAMPS, SPARKLINGUS$12.00

ABADIA DE SAN CAMPIO, ALBARINOUS$13.50

VAN DUZER, PINOT GRISUS$13.50

LAGARIA, PINOT GRIGIOUS$12.50

DAVIS BYNUM, CHARDONNAYUS$14.50

J. LOHR, RIVERSTONE, CHARDONNAYUS$12.50

ALEXANDER VALLEY VINEYARDS, MERLOTUS$14.00

LUCENTE, SUPER-TUSCANUS$16.50

LIBERTY SCHOOL, CABERNET SAUVIGNONUS$12.50

ROTH, CABERNET SAUVIGNONUS$15.00

ZUCCARDI, MOUNTAIN VINEYARD, MALBECUS$14.00

NEYERS, RED BLENDUS$16.50

Cocktails

VOILA!

SANGRIA

FIRST CRUSH

SMOKE IN THE GARDEN

LIVELY UP

HOUSE OLD FASHIONED

RUM FASHIONED

HIGH FLIER

SPICY BLACKBERRY MARGARITA

TRU STORY

ESPRESSO MARTINI

LAKE COMO COOLER

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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Does Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum restaurant rated?

Does Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum offer gift cards?

Is Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Arboretum currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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