Garbo's
Seafood restaurant · West End
626 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78703
Highlights
Lobster rolls, crab cakes, oysters, fish & chips, caviar
Lobster rolls, crab cakes, oysters, fish & chips, caviar
"Garbo’s brings a taste of New England to Parmer, Clarksville, and Dripping Springs with buttery lobster rolls, fish and chips, and rich crab cakes made with fresh lump meat. The North and Dripping Springs locations’ sleek, airy interiors balance casual charm with polish, giving off modern coastal vibes without feeling fussy, while the Lamar locale offers counter seating and picnic space. Whether in the mood for a classic roll or a seafood tower, this spot delivers quality across the board. It’s a strong contender for anyone craving East Coast flavors." - Darcie Duttweiler
"Garbo’s might be most famous for lobster rolls, but they’re not the main reason to come here. It’s for everything else seafood—East Coast oysters, massive fried shrimp, clam chowder, and smoked fish dip with grilled bread. That said, the lobster rolls are good, but portions can be a little too inconsistent for a $30+ sandwich. Grab some fried shrimp or a blackened fish sandwich, then find a table on the cute, shaded patio that feels very Texas-meets-New England." - nicolai mccrary
"Garbo’s models itself off New England seafood joints, which, for the purposes of this guide, means one thing: clam chowder. Their version is chunky, topped with bacon, and goes down like whiskey at a holiday party. Get a cup to pair with a lobster roll or fried shrimp basket. Or, if you want to double down on soup, just order the entree-sized bowl. Garbo’s also serves lobster bisque, but we prefer the chowder, especially because a bowl of the other stuff will run you $27." - matthew jacobs, nicolai mccrary
"You could travel to a coastal New England town for Christmas, or you could drive to Garbo's in North Austin. Their regular seafood menu—which includes lobster rolls, shrimp baskets, oysters, and clam chowder—will be available all day on Christmas Eve and from 5-8pm on Christmas Day." - nicolai mccrary
"The Parmer Point seafood restaurant has three stellar soups available: clam chowder, lobster bisque, and roasted tomato. There’s a second location on North Lamar between downtown and Clarksville and a third out in Dripping Springs. Takeout orders can be placed online; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in services." - Nadia Chaudhury
