Driskill Grill Review

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Driskill Grill

  • Address: 604 Brazos St., Downtown & the Capitol Area, Austin, TX | Map It
  • Phone: 512/391-7162 | Reserve Online
Write a review | Avg. member rating: 4.6/5

Fodor's Review:

Dominated by shiny, dark paneling and etched glass, this would-be cattle baron's club inside the Driskill Hotel recalls the palatial restaurants of the 19th century (on a more intimate scale)—until you look at the menu. Executive Chef Jonathan Gelman takes tasteful liberties with the meat-and-potatoes format by integrating world-cuisine influences. Entrées include hot smoked Bandera quail, pistachio-crusted sea scallops, and pan-roasted duck breast. Nightly piano music adds to the charming ambience.

  • Credit Cards: AE, D, DC, MC, V

Member Reviews and Ratings

Reviewed by bventures from Houston on 12/25/09
We dined at the Driskill Grill last weekend while visiting Austin. The food was good but the portions were miniscule. The appetizer consisted of 3 bites of food. We don't recommend visiting this restaurant hungry.

Member Rating: 3.8
Ratings details: Food: 5.0 Atmosphere: 4.0 Service: 4.0 Value: 1.0

Reviewed by Elaine41 from Pennsylvania on 4/23/09
We ate at the Driskill Grill three times during our stay in Austin last week - it is wonderful!! Food is outstanding, service was great, and the atmosphere of the hotel is terrific!

Member Rating: 5.0
Ratings details: Food: 5.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 5.0 Value: 5.0

Reviewed by Mikki123 from FL on 9/17/07
The meal was paced perfectly - everything we ordered was outstanding - I will try to make another trip to Austin just to eat at The Driskill Grill!

Member Rating: 5.0
Ratings details: Food: 5.0 Atmosphere: 5.0 Service: 5.0 Value: 5.0
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