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J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse

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J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse is one of the best steakhouse restaurants in Austin for date night, especially if you want a strong option in Austin.

J Carver's Oyster Bar & Chophouse is operating in the space where Austin's steakhouse tradition and its current cocktail-bar era collide — and for once, neither side feels like an afterthought.

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Rating (Google) 9.4
567 reviews
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9.4
Rating
Based on 567 reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Price and pace
Splurge territory
Neighborhood
Austin · 509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
Price
Splurge territory
Google rating
9.4 from 567 reviews
Address
Austin | 509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701, USA
What to order

Signature dishes at J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse

Smoked Hamachi Crudo
Wood-roasted Akaushi Bone Marrow with Grilled Italian Bread
Bone-In Filet Mignon
Dry-aged New York Strip
Lobster Risotto
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What makes J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse worth the move

J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. Smoked Hamachi Crudo and Wood-roasted Akaushi Bone Marrow with Grilled Italian Bread also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 567 Google reviews.

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Public rating
9.4 from 567 Google reviews
Best for
date night and cocktail
Style
Steakhouse in Austin
Spend
Splurge territory

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Google rating: 9.4 from 567 reviews
Popular dishes: Smoked Hamachi Crudo, Wood-roasted Akaushi Bone Marrow with Grilled Italian Bread, Bone-In Filet Mignon
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9.4 from 567 reviews
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For now, J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse holds a 9.4 rating across 567 Google reviews.

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What cuisine does J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse serve?

J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse is a Steakhouse restaurant located in Austin, Austin. J Carver's Oyster Bar & Chophouse is operating in the space where Austin's steakhouse tradition and its current cocktail-bar era collide — and for once, neither side feels like an afterthought.

What is J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse best for?

J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse is best for cocktail, date night. J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. Smoked Hamachi Crudo and Wood-roasted Akaushi Bone Marrow with Grilled Italian Bread also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 567 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse?

J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse is in the Splurge territory price range ($$$$). Google rating: 9.4 from 567 reviews

What should I order at J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse?

Start with Smoked Hamachi Crudo, Wood-roasted Akaushi Bone Marrow with Grilled Italian Bread, Bone-In Filet Mignon and Dry-aged New York Strip. These dishes are shown from TastyPals notes or restaurant data on this page.

Is J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse worth visiting?

J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse holds a 9.4 Google rating from 567 reviews. J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. Smoked Hamachi Crudo and Wood-roasted Akaushi Bone Marrow with Grilled Italian Bread also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 567 Google reviews.

Where is J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse located?

J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse is located at 509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

Is J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse good for a date night?

Yes — J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse is tagged for date night dining. J Carver’s Oyster Bar & Chophouse works for date night because the room and the food both help the evening land. Smoked Hamachi Crudo and Wood-roasted Akaushi Bone Marrow with Grilled Italian Bread also give you a decent sense of the menu. It also holds a 9.4 rating across 567 Google reviews.

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