Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

Name: Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar
Address: 8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, TX, United States, 78735
Telephone: (512) 306-5885
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.3

4.3

430 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, TX 78735

Make a reservation

2 people

May 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Great for scenic views

Seafood-centric restaurant with sweeping panoramic views of the Fazio Foothills Golf Course and the Texas Hill Country. Featuring a daily selection of freshly shucked oysters, fresh fish, and local “garden-to-table” fare curated by the culinary masterminds at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa. Delectable non-seafood selections include tender steaks and braised and grilled dishes. Enjoy creative hand-crafted cocktails from a garden-inspired menu at the bar or outdoor patio.

Planning a visit? We recommend making reservations to ensure a seamless dining experience. Simply drop us an email at blind.salamander@omnihotels.com or give us a call at 512.306.5885 for parties of six or more guests.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(512) 306-5885
Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/austin-barton-creek/dining/blind-salamander
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Private party facilities
This signature restaurant offers fresh seafood and dishes with Texas flair. Explore a diverse menu of garden-inspired cocktails. The dining room overlooks the Austin Hill Country, home to the Blind Salamander.If you like to book a private event please email our General Manager, Winnie Mak at winnie.mak@omnihotels.com

Location
8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, TX 78735
Neighborhood
West Austin / Westlake
Cross street
Barton Creek Blvd.
Parking details
We have both valet parking and self parking available. Parking validated with dinner.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Celebrate Mom with our Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch
$35.00 - $125.00 per person
Multiple dates available
This Mother’s Day, treat Mom to a delightful buffet brunch she’ll cherish, all while enjoying breathtaking Hill Country views. Indulge in an exquisite spread of mouthwatering dishes, thoughtfully prepared by our talented chefs. From savory breakfast classics to irresistible sweet treats, we’ve crafted a feast that will satisfy every craving. Details: Adults: $125 per person, plus tax & gratuity Children (5-12 years): $35 per child, plus tax & gratuity Children under 5: FREE Reserve your table now and enjoy a relaxing, picturesque experience with loved ones. Let us handle the details while you make this Mother’s Day extra special.

Pink Berry Collins$13.00
beefeater pink gin, strawberry reàl, lemon, club soda
Rockstar Martini$15.00
grey goose vodka, chandon brut, passoa passion fruit liqueur, monin cinnamon, lime
Bramble on$14.00
belvedere peach nectar, monin peach, lemon, orange juice
Apple Pear Whiskey Sour$15.00
maker's mark bourbon, barmalade apple-pear, fresh lemon
Dry Cranberry Spritzer$12.00
seedlip grove 42, cranberry, lime, orange bitters, q grapefruit (non-alcoholic)
Mimosa 75$13.00
svedka clementine vodka, cantine maschio prosecco, monin candied orange, lemon, orange peel
Grapefruit Blossom$13.00
ketel one botanical grapefruit & rose, lime, peychaud's bitters, q grapefruit
Go Bananas$13.00
elijah craig small batch bourbon, cruzan aged light rum, st. elizabeth allspice liqueur, banana reàl, lime, bitters, club soda
Tropicali$12.00
cruzan mango rum, cruzan black strap rum, mango reàl, lime, mint

Botanical

Smooth Flight$15.00
aviation gin, chambord black raspberry liqueur, blackberry reàl, lemon, egg white, scrappy's lavender bitters
Yellow Jacket$18.00
don julio reposado tequila, yellow chartreuse, st. germain elderflower liqueur, orange bitters, orange peel
Palmer Pick$13.00
deep eddy sweet tea vodka, unsweetened black tea, lemon, cane sugar
Strawberry Peppercorn Gin & Tonic$15.00
hendrick's gin, cucumber, lime, strawberry reàl, q indian tonic
Spiced Old Fashioned$15.00
woodford reserve kentucky straight rye whiskey, orange bitters, cardamom bitters, cane sugar, orange & lemon peel
Chipotle Paloma$13.00
sauza silver tequila, anchos reyes, lime, q grapefruit, tajin spice
Apple Spiced Sour$12.00
seedlip spice 94, barmalade apple-pear, monin cinnamon, lemon juice, angostura bitters (non-alcoholic)

Earth

Omni's Opulent Martini$16.00
absolut elyx vodka, dolin blanc, lemon peel
Scottish Mule$15.00
glenmorangie whisky, lime, q ginger beer, angostura bitters
Rubino Negroni$15.00
bombay sapphire, martini & rossi riserva speciale rubino, campari, orange peel
Old Cuban$13.00
mount gay black barrel rum, chandon brut, mint, lime, angostura bitters
An Untraditional Manhattan$16.00
high west american prairie bourbon, martini & rossi riserva speciale ambrato, bénédictine, cedar smoke
Filthy Mary$13.00
tito's handmade vodka, tomato juice, salt, black pepper, worcestershire, hot sauce, lemon
Michelada$13.00
jack daniel's tennessee whiskey, corona pale lager, tomato juice, spices
Rhubarb Blush$14.00
hornitos black barrel añejo tequila, cointreau, strawberry reàl, lime, rhubarb bitters

Beer

Texas

Thirsty Goat
American Style Amber Ale
Shiner Bock
American Style Dark Lager
Saint Arnold Fancy Lawnmower
German Style Kolsch

Domestic

Bud Light
Budweiser
Coors Light
Miller Lite
Michelob Ultra

Import

Corona, Mexico
Guinness Draught Stout, Ireland
Stella Artois, Belgium
Heineken, Holland

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Cantine Maschio Brut Prosecco, ITA$10.00
Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut, Champagne, FRA$26.00
Marquis de la Tour Brut, FRA$14.00
Maison de Grand Esprit Cremant, FRA$14.00
Moët & Chandon Impérial Rosé, Champagne, FRA$26.00
Chandon Rosé, CA$12.00

Alternative Whites & Blend

Saint M Riesling, Pfalz, GER$10.00
Kris Pinot Grigio, "Artist Cuvee", delle Venezie, ITA$10.00
Trimbach Reserve, Pinot Gris, Alsace, FRA$15.00
Pine Ridge, Chenin Blanc-Viognier, CA$12.00
Paco & Lola Albariño, Rias Baixas, ESP$15.00
Conundrum, White Blend, CA$14.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Decoy by Duckhorn, CA$14.00
Merryvale, Napa Valley, CA$18.00
Pascal Jolivet, Sancerre, Loire, FRA$18.00
Whitehaven, NZ$12.00

Chardonnay

Kendall-Jackson, "Vintner's Reserve", CA$11.00
Stags' Leap, Napa Valley, CA$15.00
Sonoma-Cutrer "Russian River Ranches", CA$16.00
Rombauer, Carneros, CA$26.00
Louis Latour, Pouilly-Fuissé, FRA$16.00

Rosé

Chateau d' Esclans, "Whispering Angel", FRA$15.00
Day Owl, CA$11.00

Pinot Noir

Elouan, OR$14.00
Belle Glos "Clark & Telephone Vineyard", CA$22.00

Merlot

Honoro Vera, ESP$10.00
Flora Springs, Napa Valley, CA$15.00
Duckhorn, Napa Valley, CA$22.00

Cabernet Sauvignon

Uppercut, CA$15.00
Louis M. Martini, Sonoma, CA$13.00
Beaulieu Vineyard, CA$16.00
Robert Mondavi Winery, Napa Valley, CA$22.00
Beringer, Knights Valley, CA$19.00

Alternative Reds & Blend

Charles Smith, "Boom Boom!", Syrah, WA$15.00
Marques de Riscal, "Gran Reserva", Rioja, ESP$30.00
Terrazas de los Andes, "Altos del Plata", Malbec, ARG$15.00
BV, "Tapestry", Red Blend, Napa Valley, CA$24.00
Barossa Valley Estate, Red Blend, AUS$10.00
Orin Swift, "Abstract", Red Blend, CA$28.00

What 430 people are saying

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
3.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Austin
Good for special occasions
Austin
Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar offers "fantastic" meals with standout dishes like crab mac & cheese and rockstar martini. While some menu items need refinement, the restaurant excels with creative dishes, attentive service, and a charming atmosphere. Guests enjoy festive buffet offerings and "excellent" seafood, making it a top choice for special occasions.

430 Reviews

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Lindete VIP
Austin4 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Blind Salamander lately is my top favorite restaurant in Austin. Fantastic!!! Thank you
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Laurie
Alabama11 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
The easter brunch was overpriced for what was available. Drinks were over charged and I thought included in the brunch cost. Guess it was not crowded because others knew what I just learned.
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Bobby
Toronto2 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
The vibe and location were great. It took quite awhile to get our main courses by the time they arrived our hunger was suppressed.
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Michelle VIP
Austin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was another excellent meal. We enjoyed the new items on the menu as well as old staples . We had the crudo, oysters,Caesar salad, red fish, pork chop, steak and pasta-delicious! We had one new item that was good but not great, the peach burratta . The flavors were yummy but the bread served with it seemed odd. Our server, Barry was stellar as usual and guided us through the new menu with ease. He stayed on top of the meal timing all of the courses out perfectly. We had a great time and look forward to returning.
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Shelby
Dallas1 review
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was fantastic! I ordered the filet minon and the crab mac and cheese, both of which were fabulous! The filet was seasoned beautifully. Also, I highly recommend the rockstar martini! It had a light and fruity taste and came with a side of champagne. Overall, a great experience!!
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Jeff VIP
Dallas7 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 14, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I don’t blame the staff, but the wine list is subpar. Management needs a better selection of wines in the $150 to $350 range. And the wines on the paper menu need to be updated regularly for what’s available and with the correct vintage. We were rescued by the sommelier walking over to Bob’s to get a good bottle of wine.
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Bethany
Houston10 reviews
2.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The Caesar salad was absolutely delicious. Loved the potato chips instead of croutons. The French onion soup was quite good as well. Unfortunately, our scallops were overcooked and rubbery and the accompanying risotto tasted like soap (likely due to the overuse of saffron). Our side of mac and cheese tasted good, but the sauce was so thin it was like eating soup with pasta. Chocolate ice cream dessert was spicy and nothing indicated it was on the menu, so this was an unpleasant surprise.
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Brandi
Washington DC1 review
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was superb. The food was delicious and the atmosphere was enchanting. Very enjoyable experience.
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Mark
San Diego1 review
3.0
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The good: cocktails, shrimp cocktail, oysters, mussels. The bad: cacio e pepe. It was watery and the noodles were overcooked. The kicker was that the dish was $30. We added chicken and it was a sad piece of grilled chicken, nothing special, and that was $20. So, all in, $50 for a borderline inedible dish for anyone with any level of discernment. However the mussels were phenomenal and only $15! The pricing was confusing but the main takeaway is the cacio e pepe needs to be reworked, deleted, or priced differently. Best to avoid it if you’re headed here.
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Brian
Austin3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated Valentines dinner. Food and service were great
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FAQs

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 430 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

May 2, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 18 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

8212 Barton Club Drive, Austin, TX 78735

Additional information

Cross street
Barton Creek Blvd.
Neighborhood
West Austin / Westlake
Hours of operation
Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
We have both valet parking and self parking available. Parking validated with dinner.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/austin-barton-creek/dining/blind-salamander
Phone number
(512) 306-5885
Private party facilities
This signature restaurant offers fresh seafood and dishes with Texas flair. Explore a diverse menu of garden-inspired cocktails. The dining room overlooks the Austin Hill Country, home to the Blind Salamander.If you like to book a private event please email our General Manager, Winnie Mak at winnie.mak@omnihotels.com

Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Celebrate Mom with our Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch

Flavor Origin Cocktails

Fruit

Pink Berry Collins$13.00

Rockstar Martini$15.00

Bramble on$14.00

Apple Pear Whiskey Sour$15.00

Dry Cranberry Spritzer$12.00

Mimosa 75$13.00

Grapefruit Blossom$13.00

Go Bananas$13.00

Tropicali$12.00

Botanical

Smooth Flight$15.00

Yellow Jacket$18.00

Palmer Pick$13.00

Strawberry Peppercorn Gin & Tonic$15.00

Spiced Old Fashioned$15.00

Chipotle Paloma$13.00

Apple Spiced Sour$12.00

Earth

Omni's Opulent Martini$16.00

Scottish Mule$15.00

Rubino Negroni$15.00

Old Cuban$13.00

An Untraditional Manhattan$16.00

Filthy Mary$13.00

Michelada$13.00

Rhubarb Blush$14.00

Beer

Texas

Thirsty Goat

Shiner Bock

Saint Arnold Fancy Lawnmower

Domestic

Bud Light

Budweiser

Coors Light

Miller Lite

Michelob Ultra

Import

Corona, Mexico

Guinness Draught Stout, Ireland

Stella Artois, Belgium

Heineken, Holland

Wines by the Glass

Sparkling

Cantine Maschio Brut Prosecco, ITA$10.00

Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut, Champagne, FRA$26.00

Marquis de la Tour Brut, FRA$14.00

Maison de Grand Esprit Cremant, FRA$14.00

Moët & Chandon Impérial Rosé, Champagne, FRA$26.00

Chandon Rosé, CA$12.00

Alternative Whites & Blend

Saint M Riesling, Pfalz, GER$10.00

Kris Pinot Grigio, "Artist Cuvee", delle Venezie, ITA$10.00

Trimbach Reserve, Pinot Gris, Alsace, FRA$15.00

Pine Ridge, Chenin Blanc-Viognier, CA$12.00

Paco & Lola Albariño, Rias Baixas, ESP$15.00

Conundrum, White Blend, CA$14.00

Sauvignon Blanc

Decoy by Duckhorn, CA$14.00

Merryvale, Napa Valley, CA$18.00

Pascal Jolivet, Sancerre, Loire, FRA$18.00

Whitehaven, NZ$12.00

Chardonnay

Kendall-Jackson, "Vintner's Reserve", CA$11.00

Stags' Leap, Napa Valley, CA$15.00

Sonoma-Cutrer "Russian River Ranches", CA$16.00

Rombauer, Carneros, CA$26.00

Louis Latour, Pouilly-Fuissé, FRA$16.00

Rosé

Chateau d' Esclans, "Whispering Angel", FRA$15.00

Day Owl, CA$11.00

Pinot Noir

Elouan, OR$14.00