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Abel's on the Lake

American Restaurant and Bar$$$$

West Austin, Austin

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Abel's on the Lake

6.1^/10

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"The fried pickles are tasty and the Texas Tea is a great."(5 Tips)
"Try the Cali chicken and enjoy the view."(2 Tips)
"Try the El Toro Sandwich - New favorite sandwich!"(2 Tips)
"Get the Toro Sandwich."(2 Tips)

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Social News NetworkJune 17, 2012
Order: Texas tea and Cali chicken. Two drinks tops. Sit outside and look out over Lake Austin. Also, there is a place to dock your boat if you don't feel like driving!
Kevin W.August 5, 2013
There was a mix up in communication between the manager & server. After waiting 10 mins for service, the server did a great job making up for the mistake. Great chicken fried steak sandwich!
Samantha SmithApril 4, 2017
Great place to watch a game and enjoy good weather. Fish tacos are a solid choice as is the John daly. Great beer selection
Shoshanna MathewsAugust 23, 2020
Food was great! Husband got a sandwich, fishnchips for me, & crab cakes for the bestie. 4 year old got the most amazing macncheese EVER!!
GameUpNovember 19, 2011
Some of the best views in Austin and a great place to connect with your friends during Texas games using GameUp! Born right here in Austin, TX. Available on the iTunes App Store, Read more
Guaca MollyMay 16, 2017
bring your own celery, lemons, limes, olives, and seasoning of you plan on a bloody. Their version is what you'd expect in flight.
Shawn KSeptember 9, 2012
Been here 25+ times
Nice place to have a drink or meal by the lake. The fried pickles are tasty and the Texas Tea is a great.
Julie HertenbergerDecember 7, 2019
We are hoping the fish and chips is delicious. The Texas Tea is good😃
Shelley HallApril 1, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Not dig friendly anymore. As of 3/31/12, Abel's no longer allows dogs on their patio.... Found out by bringing dog and having to head back home and come back, and deal with parking twice. What gives?
J. Scott HelwigAugust 6, 2015
Gotta try the Starlight Belini!
Sahal MerchantOctober 21, 2015
The starters alone are huge portions. You won't need to order a main course.
mike v.April 3, 2013
Been here 25+ times
If you jump off the upper deck, be sure to do a belly flop. Otherwise, R.I.P.
Todd DeJuliusAugust 4, 2021
Great view. Very good happy hour and brunch.
mary catherine burfordJune 29, 2012
had one of the best waiters i've ever had here- with a party of 8 girls, no less! try the dr. pepper pulled-pork sandwich.
Social DistilleryMarch 8, 2012
If you're here for the Upper Deck Social Panel and want to continue the conversation on Twitter, reach out @SocialDistiller! Happy SxSW-ing :)
AspenJune 9, 2013
Been here 50+ times
Bring your friends and come sit in my section! I'll make sure you get excellent service!
Austin AMASeptember 19, 2012
Beer and conversations on entrepreneurism! A truly stimulating #AustinAMA event w/ @hopsandgrain @austinbeerworks and @indybrewing here at Abel's On The Lake! :) #Austin #Marketing
Social News NetworkJune 30, 2012
Dock your boat and enjoy a nice meal while over looking the lake, but whatever you do, don't get the raw oysters!
Elijah JamesAugust 20, 2013
Don't get the chips with your order. They are chewy. Other than that my dr pepper pulled pork sandwich was awesome.
Raymond Lopez AlemanMarch 12, 2014
Getting a simple soda takes 10+ minutes if you come here for dinner. Hostess looks mad too... #akwardrestaurant
Joshua GarzaFebruary 12, 2014
Been here 10+ times
Try the vodka/ lemonade/ beer thing. It is fantastic!!!
Cheyney AllenMarch 16, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Good food, good customer service, amazing view. Can't ask for much else!
Guaca MollyMay 16, 2017
Service makes you feel like you're at a frat party, literally surrounded by underage drinking .
Orcun GogusSeptember 1, 2012
Nice place to hang out by the lake and a good beer selection but do not ever order Fish 'n Chips from the menu, I think it was the most horrible thing I ever ate..
Susan Hall-FernandezMarch 26, 2013
50 cent very fresh oysters for happy hour!
mitscootsApril 7, 2013
Try the Cali chicken and enjoy the view. No more dogs on the deck though.
Meg FarmerOctober 6, 2014
Great brunch spot, awesome views.
Patrick MoorheadJuly 5, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Views great but food and service hit or miss.
Joshua GarzaFebruary 12, 2014
Been here 10+ times
The El Toro & Jalapeño poppers are da shizzzle!
Rob JacksonMarch 17, 2013
Have the Ranch-style jalapenos!!! Hot and spicy but perfect!
Rene RochaJune 28, 2014
Awesome place to get drinks and mingle!
Diana JonesMarch 3, 2013
Give the Tex-Mex burger a whirl. It's messy but oh so good.
Chuck CanningNovember 25, 2011
Been here 10+ times
Try the Blanche de Bruxelles if you like a good Belgium white or wheat beers
John HumeMarch 19, 2017
There's no diaper-changing station in the men's room, but there is one in the ladies.'
Christina TrevinoJuly 21, 2012
oh my careful of the texas martini wonderful potent and huge
Brian PackardJune 3, 2013
Gotta get a waffle shot!!!! Amazing!!!!
Lindsay TaylorJune 10, 2011
Enjoy an Abita Purple Haze! One of the only places in Austin that has it on tap!
Joie RobertsDecember 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The fries are always cold, but the drinks are great.
Sarah PageJune 28, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Try the El Toro Sandwich - New favorite sandwich!
Matt KettlerSeptember 26, 2012
Ask for the free chips and ranch! Skip the fried pickles. They aren't "the tits". Half the beer selection is unavailable. Oysters on 1/2 shell were $30/dozen! Wtf?! Had high hopes, left disappointed.
Frankie MJuly 14, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Queso especial is always a good idea!
Abhimanyu MehtaJune 8, 2013
Been here 5+ times
The chick pea hummus is a must have
PriceMay 27, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Great day drink spot and great beer selection. Awful fish tacos.
RonnieNovember 3, 2013
Great place to watch a game.
Brit Paige FazioMay 3, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Ask for potato chips and ranch. It's not on the menu, but it's FREE!! Yum
Sheri BraggJune 25, 2014
Chicken nachos are the BOMB!!!
Allison WardApril 1, 2012
Worth the wait for an outside spot!
CierraMarch 25, 2010
Good beer, great view at prices that are much more reasonable than other restaurants with water views.
Marcia MillerMay 29, 2015
Fried cheese cubes. Says it all.
Jeremy BrockNovember 3, 2012
Get the Toro Sandwich. Itz yumny!!

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