Roaring Fork

The Roaring Fork's Wood Fired Cooking captures the spirit of bold American cuisine, creating flavors that crackle with a rugged edge. In the Old West, the best food was prepared on a simple wood fire. This same spirit, freshness and flavor are at the heart of every dish we serve. Select from lamb, chicken, beef, pork and fresh fish entrees all perfectly prepared by wood fire rotisserie, open flame grill or wood oven roasting. Add to this our impeccable service and an atmosphere as inviting as our food, and you've got a dining experience you'll come back for again and again. Roaring Fork's ideal blend of energy and intimacy has made it a favorite for over a decade. Join us and discover why.

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  • Phone

    (512) 583-0000

  • Website

    roaringfork.com

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  • Type

    Steakhouse

Address

701 Congress Ave (at 7th St.) Austin , TX 78701 United States

Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Outdoor Seating No
Menus Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 90


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Mark B

Great food and service. Steaks are done well . Can’t miss with the various sides. Valet parking available on 7th at the Hotel ($9). Over-all good experience in an upscale (not over the top) restaurant .

Russ Harlan

Fantastic. I had the rainbow trout . The green chile mac 'n cheese is one the the tastiest sides ever. The service was friendly and masterful. Finished with the Mexican creme brulee . I was delighted.

Austin Chronicle

Three words: Big Ass Burger . Roaring Fork is actually a lot classier than the name of its signature dish would suggest – think luxe leather couches – but that burger is to die for, y'all.

Cultivora

Kettle of green chilli pork + fondue pot w/ lamb chops are great. If you're looking for something lighter, try the shrimp and avocado salad . Truth be told, everything we tried so far has been amazing.

Hanna Maier

Me and my fiance ate fish there! It was truly amazing! I don't like that they haven't one vegetarian option but I guess that will come sooner or later.definitely a good place to eat with fresh quality

David Pitts

Awesome spot downtown. Parking free in street on Sunday. Had the half rotisserie chicken , super good and enough to take home and eat cold later the same night. Guacamole was also really fresh

AmateurConcierge

Classic, albeit a bit tired, steakhouse vibe. I can’t speak for the meat but had a very solid Waldorf chicken salad . If Austin had any kind of lunch culture this place should be busy.

Naz F. Gérdabi

Came here just for the Green Chili Mac n Cheese ...OMG! A must!! Friend had The Pork Carnitas and he claims its the best he has ever had! ????

Jackie Frederick

The Waldorf salad was amazing. So delicious. The mexican corn was also excellent. My bf has the burger and it was alright but not as good as the other 2 thing. HH is a great deal

Jim Bailey

Enjoyed chorizo mussels for appetizer and a nice pork shoulder carnitas for main course both had exceptional flavor.

Elizabeth McGehee

Probably one of the most fantastically delicious meals I've ever had in my whole entire life. JUST GO!

Carlee Smith

The Mac and cheese is amazing! The roasted half chicken is also really good!

Pamm Z-H

Bacon wrapped tenderloin - tasty! Grilled mahi mahi tacos - life changing! Believe the hype - the green chili mac and cheese IS #amazeballs!

Nicole

The Bacon Wrapped Tenderloin with the Mexican Street Corn is superb!

Alvaro Huerta

Big ass burger is good and different with the poblano pepper .

Michael Olivier

The cedar planked salmon is honestly one of the best meals I have had anywhere. And consistent!! Delicious two times now!!

José Ayala

Just a couple of salads for vegetarians , and they have a lot of added sugars. The wine list is long and interesting though.

Rae Ann

Cedar plank salmon & Mexican street corn are full of flavor

Austin American-Statesman

Try the Big Ass Burger . A mile-high burger , with a brioche bun and a beef patty the size of a rodeo buckle. Bonus: Follow link for a their green chili pork recipe... Read more

Danika Brown

Excellent food, good bourbon . Maddie is a fantastic bartender . Let her make all your decisions and treat her right!

Martin Thomas

The fish tacos have the biggest chunks of perfectly grilled fish . Order the 2 instead of the 3, unless you're REALLY, really hungry.

TV Food Maps

Check out Roaring Fork as it was featured on Guilty Pleasures for Green chili mac and cheese Read more

@rynamite

Lamp Chop Fondue , Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin , Cheese Grits , Mexican Street Corn . #Amazeballs One of my fav spots in Austin @rynomite

Bill Bateman

Pork Tenderloin is wonderful!

Greg Raaum

Try the pork carnitas . Ask for it with a side of bbq sauce and get the mashed potatoes instead of the normal side. It's much better. The big ass burger is also very good.

Steven Doyle

Nice place - the menu is pork heavy and that's fine by me ????

Lynette Young

The bacon wrapped pork loin is nothing short of amazing! Service is about the best I have seen in a long time, I highly recommend.

Clay Cain

Everything we ate we finished. Best cocktails ever!

Brian Strauss

Good service . Decent carnitas . Good for a hotel restaurant . Not a destination spot.

Oshina Prowse

Mexican street corn is amazing. With the queso-n-guac appetizer it's practically a meal.

Kim

Fanciest (and hugest!) pork carnitas ever. Very delish + beautiful.

Keren

Mmm green chili Mac and cheese ! Fondue too!

Lynn M

Best two things on the menu:1. The Kettle Of Green Chili Pork2. The Green Chili Mac & Cheese

Keith Warner

The queso and fresh salsa is great. That and a couple beers during happy hour is $11. How can you go wrong?

Kristin Mason

The Mexican street corn is spicy and delicious. Individual portion is quite large, so share it!

Martha Gabriel

The crab cake and the shrimp on cheese are delicious!! Great place -- food & service.

Nicolas Sommer

Best burger in town . Even better during happy hour !

Andy Lin

Steak was perfectly cooked to my tastes. Good work!

Adobe SXSW

A slightly more upscale lunch and dinner alternative. Whether it's a pizza or grilled goodness, their wood fired style will make you smile.

Courtney Riley

green chiles ? check! mac & cheese ? check! iron pot? check! such a yummy display of mac & cheese !

Jewel Sharp

The rainbow salmon was great!

Pam Rodrigues

The pork shoulders were amazing!

Shiran Birenbaum

Green chili Macc n' cheese

Chuck Canning

Don't order the Salmon BLT - it should be called the TLBS - $14 for 2-3 oz of Salmon , 2 strips of bacon with lots of tomatoe , lettuce and pickles

Emily Scruggs

Green chile Mac and Mexican street corn

Rob Imig

All the fish here is great

Markku Nummila

A very friendly service . Cannot wait my #bigassburger to be served :)

Pamela Carpenter

The green chili mac n cheese is to die for. The tortilla soup is a close second.

Will S

Get the burger you will not be sorry.

Trent Davis

Steaks are good. Big ass burger . W no bun ..

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