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J Carver's, Austin, TX

J Carver's

4.9
4.9
2034 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 86 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails


J Carver's Oyster Bar & Chophouse features market fresh oysters & premium wood grilled steaks. Nestled in West 6th District of Downtown Austin, John Carver, Owner and Chef delivers an elevated classic fine dining experience featuring a gorgeous raw & oyster bar and intimate dining experience.

In order to honor all reservations booked, we ask that all bookings adhere to our suggested dining time frame. Please contact our reservationist if you have additional questions. Our time frames are as follows
2 people - 2 hours
3 people - 2 hr 15 minutes
4-5 people - 2 hr 30 minutes
6-7 people - 2hr 45 minutes
8+ people - 3 hours

Please reach out to our reservationist for private dining.
We offer Valet at $12 daily

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Oyster Bar, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (512) 782-0650
  • Website
    http://www.jcarveratx.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    John Carver
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dining at J Carver's offers an intimate dining setting elevated by an ultimate luxury experience. Perfect for family gatherings, business dinners, or any special occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Charles Lindberg: (512) 621-9000
  • Location
    509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Cross Street
    Rio Grande and 6th street
  • Parking details
    We offer Valet parking in a garage for our guests $10. Valet is stationed right in front of the restaurant for your convenience.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

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What 2,034 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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    Steakhouse

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    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
J Carver's in Austin is a top-tier dining destination known for its "phenomenal" food and "exceptional" service. The "best steaks in Austin" and "amazing" seafood highlight the menu, while the "upscale but lively" ambiance and expert staff create a memorable experience. Perfect for special occasions and fine dining enthusiasts.

2,034 Reviews

  1. ChrisC

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Old school classic vibe - great service and food - they understand the full meaning of hospitality. Always spot on and consistent and they value their guests.

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  2. John

    Austin7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the sole, halibut and tomato salad. All were amazing, fresh, prepared and presented perfectly.

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  3. Mark

    San Antonio5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was amazing, and the food was delicious. The ambiance was very nice. Was our first time there and will definitely come back.

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  4. David

    Dallas26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my fiancés birthday there and it was a great experience! We have been to J Carver’s at least 10 times and the food has always been fantastic. Favorite restaurant in Austin!

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  5. Timothy

    Washington DC7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience at J Carver. Our waiter, James was excellent in helping us select our entrees for the evening. Great drinks, excellent food and a wonderful experience. We had a 5:00pm reservation and never felt rushed to turn over the table. Thanks for a great evening.

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  6. Bob

    Minneapolis6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food and service. While we did have a 20+ minute wait after our reservation time they put us and others in a seating area and offered champagne during the wait. Because of the excellent food, beverage and service this wait was pretty easily forgotten.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I recently went to J Carver’s and it was the best steakhouse experience we have ever had. If I could give this place over 5 stars I would. Our waiter was so attentive, informative and pleasant. The food was beyond flavorful. The service and meal was the best we have ever had. 10/10 recommend J Carver’s. We will definitely go back when we are in town again.

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  8. Sweety331166

    Phoenix14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a birthday here, it was good. Didn’t blow me away, but the service was outstanding!

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  9. Jeffrey VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently excellent. Top notch experience — both food quality and service. Brendan is an expert at what he does.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and even better food. Can’t wait to come back.

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FAQs

J Carver's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (512) 782-0650.

J Carver's is rated 4.9 stars by 2034 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 86 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for J Carver's

509 Rio Grande St, Austin, TX 78701

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Rio Grande and 6th street
  • Neighbourhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Oyster Bar, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    We offer Valet parking in a garage for our guests $10. Valet is stationed right in front of the restaurant for your convenience.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    John Carver
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.jcarveratx.com/
  • Phone number
    (512) 782-0650
  • Private party facilities
    Private Dining at J Carver's offers an intimate dining setting elevated by an ultimate luxury experience. Perfect for family gatherings, business dinners, or any special occasion.
  • Private party contact
    Charles Lindberg: (512) 621-9000
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