Shady Grove
After a dip in Barton Springs Pool, relax under the spreading pecan trees at Shady Grove. Just a block from Zilker Park, the stone restaurant with the large patio is easy to spot on busy Barton Springs Road. Since 1992 Austinites have come here to enjoy the kitschy ambiance that is just a few blocks away from the Lady Bird Lake hike and bike trail and close to downtown Austin. The menu includes favorites such as Big Thicket Cajun meatloaf, Airstream chili, bacon cheeseburgers and chocolate icebox pie. Shady Grove does not take reservations, but you can wait for a table on retro patio furniture, or visit the hippie trailer. In the summer, Shady Grove hosts Unplugged at the Grove that features local musicians playing on the open air stage.
Shady Grove
1624 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 474-9991
theshadygrove.com
The Grove Wine Bar | Kitchen
The terraced patio at The Grove is shaded by spreading oak trees that also support a giant "ceiling" fan. This restaurant in the Westlake neighborhood of Austin is known for its extensive wine cellar, and a knowledgeable staff that can help you choose a favorite. The menu includes bruschetta and small-plate appetizers, entree salads, pastas and pizza from a wood fired oven. The Grove is open daily for lunch and dinner.
The Grove Wine Bar | Kitchen
6317 Bee Caves Road
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 327-8822
grovewinebar.com
The OASIS Restaurant
Cyclists on the 35-mile Dam Loop ride around western Travis County go within spitting distance of The OASIS on Lake Travis. Perched on a cliff 450 feet above the lake, diners have one of the best sunset vistas in Austin. The Tex-Mex menu includes seafood tacos, crawfish enchiladas and pulled pork rellenos, along with a diverse children's menu. From March to November the OASIS hosts live music in the Starlight Terrace, an open air stage.
The OASIS Restaurant
6550 Comanche Trail
Austin, Texas 78732
(512) 266-2442
oasis-austin.com
