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Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown, Austin, TX

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown

4.8 (5388)
$31 to $50
Seafood
300 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Romantic
Truluck's, a premier dining destination since 1992, offers high-quality seafood and exceptional service with a commitment to sustainability. Renowned for its Florida Stone Crab, Truluck's ensures this delicacy goes from trap to table in 24 hours during its October to May season. Under Corporate Executive Chef Thomas Dritsas, the menu features fresh seafood and prime steaks, complemented by an extensive beverage program. Adhering to Ocean Conservancy guidelines, Truluck's supports sustainable practices and community initiatives. With 12 locations and a dedicated team, Truluck's Austin Downtown creates remarkable dining experiences. Reservations can be made online or via OpenTable.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Nick McGuire
  • Private party facilities
    For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for your group dining gathering.
  • Private party contact
    Misty Montague: (512) 314-5892
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Located at 3rd and Colorado Street
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Our New $59 Prix Fixe Menu + Prime Rib Sundays

    $59.00 per person

    Jun 4, 2025 - Sep 24, 2025
    Truluck's brings the carefree vibes of summer to the table—with mouthwatering dishes🍽️, refreshing beverages 🍷, laid-back luxury 🌞, and a NEW Prime Rib tradition every Sunday🥩. The Summer of ‘92 prix fixe menu is available daily and includes a signature starter, entrée, and dessert for just $59. Indulgent add-ons, sweet treats 🍰, and beverage pairings await to help you create long-lasting summer memories 🌺. And on Sundays...it's Prime Time. Each Sunday, the Summer of ‘92 menu gets a savory twist. Prime Rib Sundays follow the same prix fixe format but feature our exceptionally crafted Slow-Roasted Prime Rib, served with a sweet, aromatic shallot-rosemary au jus and a classic baked potato. Prime Time meets Prime Rib. Sundays never tasted better. 😋❤️ Savor the season’s finest offerings in a setting designed for unforgettable experiences. ✨ 📝 Note: Booking this experience does not require you or your entire party to order this item—it’s simply available for those who wish to enjoy it.
    Our New $59 Prix Fixe Menu + Prime Rib Sundays Photo

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Offers

  • Half Off Happy Hour!

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    Join us nightly from 4:30 to 6:00 PM for an exceptional Happy Hour experience featuring irresistible dips and bites. Enjoy 50% off handcrafted cocktails, spirits, noteworthy wines by the glass, select bottles from our curated list of 50 wines, and fresh-shucked oysters. Offered exclusively in our bar and on the second-level outdoor patio—fully shaded, lightly misted, and perfect for unwinding.

    Half Off Happy Hour! Photo

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What 5,388 people are saying

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Seafood

  • Austin

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Truluck's in Austin Downtown offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service" and "incredible food." Guests rave about the seafood, especially the stone crab claws, and the remarkable service from knowledgeable staff. The elegant ambiance and special touches like lighted menus enhance every visit, making it perfect for celebrations.
5,388 Reviews
  1. Felix VIP

    Greater Boston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful night. William is a wealth of knowledge an excellent server.

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  2. Stefani

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious and great service! Our waiter, Bradley, was awesome! Will definitely go back

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service from Darrius. The team at Truluck’s took very good care of us.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 2 days ago
    Hello, We are honored to receive your feedback and are elated to hear you enjoyed your experience at Truluck's in downtown. We're glad to know Darius and the rest of the team were able to provide you with great service. We thank you again for kind words as they mean the world to us. We look forward to serving you again soon! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager

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  4. Danny VIP

    Austin29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Trulucks went above and beyond for my wife's birthday to make it a memorable experience. The food, the service, and the attention to detail were flawless. I can't thank the staff enough for making it a special night where we didn't have to worry about anything.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 2 days ago
    Hello Danny, We are honored to receive your feedback and glad to know you had wonderful experience at Truluck's in downtown. We're elated to hear that Marie and the rest of the team were able to provide a flawless and memorable experience for your wife's birthday. We're happy to know the food and service made for such a special evening. Thank you again for your kind words and we look forward to serving you again soon! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager

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  5. Scott VIP

    Austin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding, as usual, the seared, ahi tuna and the chocolate cake can't be beat!
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 3 days ago
    Hello Scott, We are honored to receive your feedback and elated to hear that you enjoyed your Truluck's experience in downtown. We're happy you enjoyed the value, service, and food. The seared tuna and chocolate cake are definitely fan favorites and we're glad to know they are yours as well. We appreciate your patronage and look forward to serving you again soon! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager

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  6. Clover

    Orlando / Central Florida East2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My daughter and her friends had a fantastic time celebrating a birthday here. Thank you for excellence in all areas.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 6 days ago
    Hello Clover, We're honored to have been part of your daughter's special celebration and thrilled to hear that she and her friends had such a fantastic time. It means a great deal to know that our team delivered excellence across the board. We hope to welcome you all back for more memorable moments in the future! Sincerely, Fernando Nunez General Manager

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  7. Kimberly VIP

    Austin17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service! Wonderful champagne selection! Excellent crab. The cakes are fabulous! We love Trulucks!
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded 7 days ago
    Hello Kimberly, Thank you for the feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed our champagne selection, crab, and cakes. Your love for Truluck's is our delight! We strive to provide an exceptional dining experience and your kind words affirm the hard work we put in every day. We look forward to serving you again soon! Sincerely, Marcela Salazar Service Manager

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  8. Christy

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Husband and I dined here for our anniversary dinner, and we had a lovely evening. We enjoyed the crab cake appetizer, lobster tails stuffed with crab, NY strip steak au poivre with side of mushrooms. Excellent food and wonderful atmosphere. It felt like a special night with the attentive service. We will be back.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded on June 23, 2025
    Dear Christy, Thank you for allowing us the honor of being part of your anniversary celebration. We're pleased to hear that you had an enjoyable evening and that the crab cake appetizer, crab-stuffed lobster tails, and NY strip au poivre met your expectations. We're also glad the atmosphere and service contributed to making the occasion feel special. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback and look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Sincerely, Fernando Nunez General Manager

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  9. white

    Dallas - Fort Worth3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Truluck's food is always on point and Will our waiter was outstanding. Overall a great dining experience!
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded on June 22, 2025
    Hello, We appreciate your feedback and are happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience at Truluck's downtown! We are elated to hear Will was able to deliver an enjoyable evening. Thank you again for choosing Truluck's and we look forward to serving you again soon! Please ask for me on your next visit as I'd love to meet you in person! Sincerely, Shawn Ricchini Service Manager

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  10. Deborah

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time at Truluck’s and it was great! The food is excellent and amazing service. Darius was knowledgeable and helpful and made our dinner a fantastic experience. We would definitely go again.
    Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin DowntownResponded on June 18, 2025
    Hello Deborah, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Truluck’s for your first visit! We're thrilled to hear you had a great experience and that the food and service met your expectations. Darius will be delighted to know he helped make your evening so special, we’ll be sure to pass along your compliments. We look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic dinner soon! Sincerely, Fernando Nunez General Manager

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FAQs

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 482-9000.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown is rated 4.8 stars by 5388 OpenTable diners.

Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 23 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Truluck's - Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab - Austin Downtown

300 Colorado St, Austin, TX 78701

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located at 3rd and Colorado Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Nick McGuire
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    For fabulous parties, lasting memories and none of the stress, choose Truluck’s. With flexible floor plans and a variety of spaces, we can accommodate parties large and small for your group dining gathering.
  • Private party contact
    Misty Montague: (512) 314-5892
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