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Ranch 616

American Restaurant and Bar$$$$
Downtown Austin, Austin
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    Craig P.
    "I second the ranch water!"(3 Tips)
    Peter K.
    "Try the frame burger and fried pie at Ranch 616"(2 Tips)
    Austin Fine Properties
    "Austin Fine Properties co-owner"(2 Tips)
    Chris P.
    "The John Teinert Margarita is a personal favorite, but that may be..."(2 Tips)
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  • Liana C.heart icon on user image
    Liana CascianiJuly 17, 2015
    Labeled as American here-I assume because of the variety of cuisine. However, they label themselves as a Mexican style restaurant. Wide variety of food includes fusion dishes & mostly fish dishes.
    Upvoted Mar 16
  • Aspen W.heart icon on user image
    Aspen WellsNovember 29, 2016
    I really enjoyed my Margarita .. it was the one with prickly pair .. I want to say, it was called the cactus.. I loved it! Our waiter was really nice too. I love this spot
  • Sarah O.
    Sarah OMarch 22, 2013
    Molly was a great server! Order the fried asparagus and the "chicken stew" (forgot the name) and sit outside on the patio. Very cool retro decor.
  • Rebecca S.
    Rebecca StelzerFebruary 17, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    One of the best places to eat in Austin! Always consistent and great food. Order the divorced trout! Honestly you can't go wrong with whatever you order!!!
  • Austin T.heart icon on user image
    Austin TalbertAugust 6, 2014
    Awesome lunch spot. Great daily lunch specials. Sit on the patio when the weather is nice. Grab a drink, I won't tell your boss.
  • Sam D.heart icon on user image
    Sam DJanuary 14, 2023
    Excellent choice of seafood, the crab cake and red snapper were delicious
  • Austin Fine Properties
    The John Teinert Margarita, named after Austin Fine Properties co-owner, John Teinert, is a margarita on the rocks with Herradura silver and fresh lime juice. Plus a squirt of frozen margarita on top!
  • The Austin Grand Prix
    The Austin Grand PrixDecember 30, 2011
    Fantastic margaritas pair well with the jalapeno chicken. Saddle up to the bar for drinks or take in a lovely Austin evening on their newly-expanded patio.
  • Chris P.
    Chris PellegrinoMarch 28, 2013
    The John Teinert Margarita is a personal favorite, but that may be biased since the margarita is named after Austin Fine Properties co-owner, John Teinert.
  • KEVIN B.heart icon on user image
    KEVIN BROMBERGJune 14, 2018
    Great place! Stumbled in here when I stayed at the new Wyndham in downtown Austin on 8th Street.
  • Tim M.heart icon on user image
    Tim McClureNovember 17, 2015
    A round of Fires-in-the-Hole will get you in the right frame of mind
  • Simi F.
    Simi F.April 29, 2016
    Please learn to de-vein shrimp! They rip the back of the shrimp open but they don't fully remove the vein leaving scattered black specks. Disgusting. Food is delicious otherwise, but avoid the shrimp
  • Frank E.
    Frank EspinozaJuly 27, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    The food here is amazing!! My favorite restaurant in Austin!
  • Jeff W.
    Jeff WeinsteinMarch 26, 2014
    Definitely a scene here. It's pretty overpriced but fun for people watching. Try to sit outside.
  • Dacia B.
    Dacia BJanuary 21, 2013
    Came to see Preston. He is the best sever, but sadly we missed him. Still a great experience, though.
  • Eddie H.
    Eddie HuangJanuary 31, 2014
    Try the jalapeno mushroom burgers, it's not spicy and taste great.
  • Amy M.
    Amy MooreApril 13, 2013
    Tenderloin dinner was very good
  • Kinsey V.
    Kinsey VallierJuly 21, 2013
    The Ranch Water makes me want to hug the penguins in Antarctica!
  • Jose G.heart icon on user image
    Jose GonzalezOctober 5, 2018
    Try the crab cake. Awesome!!!
  • Garrett S.heart icon on user image
    Garrett SullivanAugust 12, 2014
    One of the best steaks I've had in a while
  • Claudiaheart icon on user image
    ClaudiaOctober 8, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    I got the enchiladas with fish?!! Weird but tasty
  • Samantha S.heart icon on user image
    Samantha SmithMarch 24, 2017
    Good for groups on a big night out
  • Gregory R.heart icon on user image
    Gregory RobinsonSeptember 12, 2017
    Great Austin staple.
  • Caitlin C.
    Caitlin Clark-ZigmondSeptember 13, 2011
    The fried oysters and camarones are excellent!
  • Beau B.
    Beau BrannanNovember 12, 2019
    Been here 25+ times
    Ask for Billie he’s a d#mb h##
  • Shali N.
    Shali NguyenMarch 5, 2017
    Jalapeno shot. That is all.
  • Nemo C.
    Nemo ChuJanuary 13, 2012
    Amazing creme brûlée. Amazing.
  • SUZETTE A.
    roger's favorite chicken sandwich was awesome. big portions!!!
  • Robert v.
    Robert vasquezOctober 1, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Try a Randy Watson! My favorite drink.
  • Brian S.
    Brian SpearsDecember 10, 2015
    Dinner is NOT worth the cost.
  • Craig P.
    Craig PorterNovember 16, 2012
    I second the ranch water!
  • JasonSeal
    JasonSealFebruary 23, 2013
    Been here 10+ times
    I love this place!!!
  • Phil D.heart icon on user image
    Phil DoughtieApril 24, 2016
    Slice of ice
  • Kale P.heart icon on user image
    Kale PetersenApril 28, 2013
    Mezcal Mule!
  • Kenan O.
    Kenan OgelmanDecember 24, 2012
    The quail!
  • Patrick H.
    Patrick HollowayNovember 4, 2012
    Drink. Good.
  • Joel W.
    Joel WalkerJanuary 22, 2010
    Get the crispy oyster appetizer. For your health!
  • Brett P.
    Brett PickettSeptember 15, 2010
    Have the fried pie of the day ...extra ice cream.
  • Nate P.
    Nate PagelMarch 17, 2011
    Quail's nest is best
  • LeRoy P.
    LeRoy PNovember 3, 2013
    Fuck yeah truffle fries
  • Larry H.
    Larry HMarch 14, 2009
    Great Texas fusion cooking, so so much food. The fried oysters really are that good.
  • Krista K.
    Krista KJuly 30, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Ranch water time!!
  • Harlan B.
    Harlan BeverlyJuly 30, 2010
    Get the special!
  • Peter K.
    Peter KimJuly 28, 2009
    Try the frame burger and fried pie at Ranch 616
  • Brian H.
    Brian HallFebruary 2, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    Try the Ranch Water...do it!!!
  • William M.
    William MoranMay 17, 2010
    Great oysters
  • Mary C.
    Mary CatlinMarch 3, 2010
    prickly pear margaritas (though I don't drink anymore) Read more
  • Corey T.
    Corey ThrashAugust 29, 2010
    Sorry but the food sucks...except for the fried veggies with queso
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