Austin’s vibrant dining scene boasts an impressive array of options, but for a truly unforgettable experience, look no further than Eddie V’s Prime Seafood. This established gem has graced the city’s culinary landscape for over two decades, consistently garnering rave reviews and a loyal following. 

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply seeking a refined escape, Eddie V’s delivers on all fronts. Its convenient location, nestled steps away from downtown Austin’s hotels and convention center, makes it an ideal choice for both locals and visitors seeking a touch of elegance amidst the city’s energy.

The Eddie V’s Story  

In 2000, Eddie V’s opened its first location in Austin, Texas. The restaurant, which was created by Guy Villavaso and Larry Foles, has been a destination for high quality seafood in a steakhouse setting ever since. The chain has proven to be so successful that there are now 29 Eddie V’s locations across the country!

If you’re looking to dine at one of the best restaurants in Austin, add Eddie V’s Prime Seafood to your list. This spot has over 2,000 five-star reviews; everyone leaves happy!

Austin Location & Atmosphere: What to Expect  

Full disclosure, we have been to Eddie V’s in the GasLamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego, and it doesn’t hold a candle to this one. The Austin location is the original and it has a great ambiance to it. A classic formal dining room and a jumping bar with a live blues/jazz band create the perfect vibe for a romantic date night or an evening with friends.

There are two Eddie V’s restaurants in Austin, Texas, but the original is located on 5th St. If you want to see where the magic started, visit this location.

The Eddie V’s Menu  

It’s no secret that Eddie V’s is known for its incredible seafood. If you dine here, and you love seafood, you’re going to be in food heaven. The menu features an awesome selection of oysters (six kinds, to be exact), a massive seafood tower elegantly prepared with shrimp, oysters, lump crab, and lobster, fresh sashimi, lobster tacos, buttery Chilean Sea Bass, Seared Ahi Tuna.

But this Austin restaurant has more than just destination-worthy seafood; you can also enjoy steaks that rival those found at Mastro’s, Ruth Chris, and Morton’s. Eddie V’s just might be the best place to do surf and turf in the whole city.

The Wine List at Eddie V’s  

Eddie V’s wine list is filled with familiar favorites. We found a bottle of 2020 Chateau La Nerthe CDP, and it was outstanding with our meal. If you don’t want to go the French route, you will also find wines from Far Niente, Caymus, Frank Family, Frog’s Leap, Paul Hobbs, and Ramey. We definitely saw a nice selection from a few wineries in Napa we recently visited.

Our Experience at Eddie V’s Austin, Texas  

If you’ve been reading the blog for a while now, you know we love eating at the bar, and our experience at Eddie V’s in Austin was no exception. In the hands of a good bartender, like Elliot Cerda, who served us on our visit, you can’t go wrong.

After a day of wine tasting, we enjoyed the Filet and Crab Legs with the Twice Baked Potatoes. For dessert we could not pass on the Bananas Foster. Check out the video!

Everything we had was excellent. From the service to the friendly staff, and the food, this was a five-star experience.

Tips  

• Check out Eddie V’s in Austin for happy hour! Available Sunday through Thursday from 4PM to 6:30PM, dig into Mini Filet Sandwiches, Steak Tataki, South African Lobster, Crab Cakes and so many other great dishes – at a happy hour discount!

• Eddie V’s is child-friendly! Go ahead and bring the kids, they even have a kid’s menu to make ordering easy.

Closing Thoughts  

We won’t mince words: we highly recommend you try the original Eddie V’s in Austin. Dinner at this esteemed Austin restaurant was the perfect way to wind down after a day of wine tasting in Austin, and we can’t wait to return.

FAQs  

Who owns Eddie V’s?

Eddie Vi’s Prime Seafood is owned by the Darden Restaurants. This popular restaurant group also owns the Olive Garden, Capital Grill, Seasons 52, and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse.

 Is Eddie V’s a Michelin star restaurant?

Eddie V’s Prime Seafood is not a Michelin star restaurant, but don’t let that dissuade you from visiting. The food is out-of-this-world good and the service is excellent.