Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

Operating out of the historical Waterloo Compound, we’re serving up great American comfort food with a bit of a modern twist to it.

9 / 10
1455
ratings
  • Phone

    (512) 236-9599

  • Website

    moonshinegrill.com

  • Instagram

    No Instagram

  • X (Twitter)

    moonshinegrill

  • Facebook

    moonshinegrill

  • Type

    American Restaurant

Address

303 Red River St (at E 3rd St) Austin , TX 78701 United States

Reservations No
Credit Cards Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi Yes
Outdoor Seating Yes
Menus Brunch, Lunch, Dinner
Drinks Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails

Comments / 374


Keywords:

Southern food brunch food green chili corn dogs cornbread grits good for dates good for groups chicken trendy bread pudding restaurants outdoor seating desserts meats casual lemonade bar ribs popcorn
Ranu Rajkarnikar

Great option for brunch . Loved their peppery Bloody Mary homemade mix. Kale bacon dip , grits , chicken and waffles . Bring your appetite and leave happy. Love the patio outside too for waiting.

Bryant Luk

Great all you can eat Sunday American comfort food brunch . While there aren't any real speciality dishes, every dish is cooked just right. The only problem is the 2 hour wait. Valet parking is cheap .

Mark B

Very good home style southern dishes.Great selection of Bourbon if not a little pricey . Ask to see the “Brown Book ” for the special bourbons.Incredible selection in one place! Chicken Fried Steak 👍🏼

Kristen S.

Great food, cocktails , atmosphere, and service! I got the chicken almondine and it was delicious. 👌👌👌 We (4 ppl) went w/o a reso on a weekday and the wait was only ~20min. Def get a dessert too!

Litany Brown

I have been loving place for years! Its the only restaurant I enjoy waiting for a table. Go to the bar area in the back and sit by a cozy fire while the mixologist prepares you something special.

Sarah Hibbard

Need a delicious "home cooked " meal? Look no further than the comfort food at Moonshine . Everything on the menu is heart warming and fulfilling! Drinks, Apps, Popcorn , Mac n Cheese , you name it!

Erika Loya

The Ribs , Meatloaf , Chicken Tender Salad , Jalapeno Hanger Steak , Mac n Cheese , Green Chilie Grits , Bacon Cheese Dip , Bread Pudding , w/ Blind Mules & Ruby Red's. Everything Was beyond Amazing Perfect

Michael Calderone

This place is amazing. Nothing on this menu lacks taste. We did 3 dishes and split them. I recommend the meatloaf , Mac and cheese or the habanero steak .

Liz Brunner

Started off w/the popcorn (delish). I got the pork chop which was juicy. If you have anything at this place - try to green chile cheese grits . You will thank your taste buds later!

Jennifer R

Popcorn instead of bread is a unique touch when you sit down. Get here early on a weekday night to avoid a wait, and save room for their cast iron skillet desserts !

Alyx Heartcore

Comfy southern decor with an outdoor patio and bar . Delicious southern cooking and excellent Silvermoon Margaritas . Can't go wrong with the chicken and waffles , corn bread , and large desserts .

Allison L

Corn dog shrimp appetizer for $12 I would pass on these next time. It's just a shrimp on a skewer dipped in corn dog batter. If the shrimp was blacked or had flavor it would be better.

Elyse Estrada

The brunch is out if this world. Start off with an incredible $4 bloody or pomegranate mimosa , don't miss the candied yams , cornflake chicken , jalapeño sausage , king casserole and bread pudding .

John Vail

my favorite place in downtown Austin, try the back bar (patio ) if there is a wait. Chicken and Waffles is my favorite. Old School but nice

Howard L

Jalapeño hammered steak . Chicken and waffles . Mac and cheese . Brussels sprouts . Cocktails . Bourbon . Moonshine . It’s all amazingly delicious!

Michelle Blam

Sunday brunch is AMAZING! We were here on Easter and the food was delicious and abundant. I usually hate buffets because food gets cold but this buffet was out of this world. $4 bloody Mary's too!

Michael Leis

What isn’t good? Amazing brunch , great chicken fried steak , burgers . Great scene and something for everyone

Dianey Sandoval

Get the mac n cheese and the chicken fried steak was great as well !! Small place inside with seating outside as well 👍🏼

Nathan Wright

Moonshine is big on southern charm and atmosphere. The chicken and waffles are out-of-this-world amazing. Brunch game = strong.

Jeanette Ramirez

The Green Chile Macaroni was amazing! It was like a Mexican style elote w chicken and macaroni . I also liked their cornbread and sweet potato fries !

Paul Canterbury

I had the blackened cat fish and the apple pie . All kinds of awesome! For a drink, try the strawberry moonshine mixed with hard lemonade .

A Ross

Have been here twice & no one has left disappointed. Waterloo Compound is my cocktail of choice, all the food delivers (yummy green chile grits !) Seems to be constantly packed, so make a reservation .

Anna Curran

Some others say that the trout is the best. We agree its great, but don't forget the jalapeño cheddar grits and the Dr. Pepper chicken - not to miss. Here, it's way too hard to save room for dessert .

Ramzi L.

Flat iron steak was delicious and cooked as I like it. Very tired, juicy and satisfying even though it's a top sirloin cut. Atmosphere is great and very nice staff .

Meg Armstrong

Not many vegetarian options for me, but I was able to have the steak salad (minus the steak !) and it was amazing! Great flavors!

amy t

This place has the best brunch !! $17.95 for all you can eat . And it's SO good! Warm cinnamon rolls , broccoli cheese casserole , king ranch chicken...YUM!!!

Melanie Walker

Great service. Great food I had the Bohimian sandwich . It was so amazing. The atmosphere was relaxed and very comfortable .

Connor

Green Chile Macaroni is incredible! Very very tasty. I got a side of mashed potatoes and was underwhelmed. Very plain. The potato wedges were much better and had tons of flavor!

Jim Bailey

The Chicken & Waffles were great. The Shrimp and Grits disgusting. My guess is the Chief is not from the South and does not understand what Shrimp and Grits mean.

Oliver Bouchard

You wouldn't think that you get so good food so close to the convention center . The chicken and the steaks are delicious.

Allison L

$4.95 for kids chicken tenders and fries . Son seemed to really enjoy them they where more juicy then other places.

Adam Giese

Came on a Saturday night. There was a long wait , so we got drinks at the bar beforehand. They were very good! Great food, great atmosphere, great service!

Monelle Rougeau

The food and service are outstanding. Loved the trout dish the most!!

Ryan Sequeira

Chicken fried steak was crazy huge but very good. Makes a good meal for two and order a couple of moonshine drinks!

Sofia Papastamelos

The service here is amazing. Very nice people and delicious food. Get the chicken n waffles or steak n eggs .

Jeff Liwag

You can close your eyes, put your finger on the menu, and get wherever your finger lands. Trust me, everything's good here. Oh, try the green chile macaroni .

Mel N.

SUPER delicious food for very reasonable prices! You even get popcorn to start your meal. Try the Chicken Almondine or Jalapeno Hangar Steak . You actually won't be disappointed with anything.

Pepe Treviño

The baby-back Ribs are splendid!! Have them with some jalapeño grits !! Delicious!!! Great beer selection !

Denise Murray

The shrimp with blue cheese grits and wilted greens was outstanding. The seasonal white lightening my husband thought went down smooth, I didn't care for it however it did smell like cucumbers !

The Tastes that Make the City

The green chili mac & cheese is the best mac & cheese in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City : Austin. Read more

Ellen Williams

Atmosphere. Food. Drinks were all great would definitely go back !

Jennifer Ruiz

Portions are huge and definitely shareable! Sunday Brunch is amazing, but try to go early since there is usually a long wait .

The Austin Grand Prix

Sip on a refreshing cocktail while nibbling on fresh cornbread and enjoying the people watching . Then dive in to some of Austin's most authentic fare - chicken fried steak or mac 'n cheese .

Maddie

Had never eaten here until a month ago. Ordered a beef fajita salad and subbed for chicken & it was quite possibly largest and tastiest salad I've ever had at a restaurant .

Yuval Zukerman

Outstanding food, service and atmosphere. Not insanely expensive . Catfish was terrific.

Yuni Graham

Incredible brunch ! Went there twice bc it was so good. A long wait , so get there early on Sunday.

Tim Richardson

Flat iron steak , corn flake chicken salad was delish. Impressive wine list . ,Actually, the greens were pretty close to mama's.

Special Kay

The green Chile Grits are amazing!! Shrimp , grits and collards is a absolute must try!! * Was my first time having and was in awww!!! Amazing!!

Scott Rikard

The steak and egg hash was excellent and if you get a chance grab a table in the patio bar

TK Baltimore

If you get the pork sandwich , be prepared to eat it quickly. The beer cheese , while awesome, can make the bun soggy if left too long.

Similar places nearby :

8.0
American
Swift's Attic

Tater tots swiftine is a must! Also try the purple curry, duck wing, and squig fries (calamari basically). - Lisa

9.2
American
Salty Sow

The vegetarian platter is an amazing choice! - Bhargav Srinivasan

9.2
American
Jack Allen's Kitchen

The food is amazing, and the margarita's are strong. Good cabernet selection. - Suzanne George

9.3
Capitol Building
Texas State Capitol

Great setup here! Lots of history, well-kept. - Wil Jeudy