The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen - Westlake - Austin, Texas

Viktoria V.

We highly recommend this place!

The food is delicious, the atmosphere is beautiful and cozy, the prices are reasonable, and the service is excellent.

Our server, Natalia, was a true professional. She recommended the perfect dishes for me, showed exceptional expertise in helping me choose the right wine, and answered all of my questions. She always checked on our table at just the right moments.

When we asked for the check, she brought it quickly, and we didn’t have to wait. She was very kind and welcoming throughout our visit.

I will definitely recommend this place to everyone!

Tasha C.

This was my first time at this location which is smaller than the Cedar Park location. That's not a bad thing but may be good for planning ahead at busy hours. There's quite a bit of outdoor seating so on a cold or rainy day, it could get crowded. The parking lot is not very large so plan accordingly.

I went with a group of friends for brunch on a Saturday and was surprised there wasn't more people because the Cedar Park location gets packed; however, it may have been on account of the weather. The service was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The brunch menu has so many options and is especially great for some dietary restrictions.

The interior is pleasant and the outside looks like it would be nice on a warm day but we went when it was cold and rainy. I would definitely visit again, especially on a friend outing.

B K.

Such a great spot for a casual dining experience without having to compromise on atmosphere. The patio at night is lit up beautifully via the oak trees that run through it and the food has been tasty each visit. Ranging from the Pizza, Pasta, Bruschetta, and desserts, you can’t really go wrong. This is of course a wine bar so they have an extensive menus of wines to choose from and for anyone looking to have a cheap bottle of wine and just hangout, this is definitely accomplishable here. Would highly recommend giving this spot a try!

Sonia

I loved our lunch outing here. The service was good, food was okay but the environment was great! My husband ordered spaghetti and house meatballs which he didn't like. I liked my parmesan crusted flounder though. Their outdoor seating was great, but sadly we couldn't sit out as it was totally full.
They have accessible parking and entrance. The restrooms are accessible too. The seatings can be accessible as well.

Megan M.

We visited The Grove with a large group on a Thursday night. We were seated right away, outside, which was pleasant even though we’re in the thick of summer. The ambiance and service were great, but the food was unremarkable. To be fair, I’m not the biggest fan of Italian food, so it has to be really something to make an impression. We ordered every type of bruschetta on the menu, the Wine Lovers pizza, and the Oven Roasted House Meatballs. (The bread that came with the Oven Roasted House Meatballs was amazing!) I don’t know if I would go out of my way to eat here again, but I could see that this would be a great spot for a girls’ night, grabbing some small bites and having a few glasses of wine, or even a first date, when the company is the main focus of the evening.

Cyerra R.

I strongly recommend that patrons of this restaurant consider requesting a different server than Brooklyn Y. for a more enjoyable dining experience. My recent encounter with Brooklyn was nothing short of disappointing and uncomfortable.

Upon arriving at the restaurant, I had high hopes for a pleasant meal. Unfortunately, Brooklyn's service left much to be desired. She seemed rushed and disinterested from the moment we were seated. Throughout our meal, a table for two, she hardly checked on us, and when we needed assistance with selecting a second glass of wine, she was nowhere to be found.

The tipping point, however, was when I chose not to leave a tip due to her poor service. My friend left a $5 tip out of kindness, but instead of accepting it gracefully, Brooklyn confronted me about my decision. She questioned my dissatisfaction and even asked if I normally don't leave tips when dining out. I provided a polite explanation, but her behavior was both unprofessional and rude.

In light of this experience, I urge fellow diners to consider requesting a different server to avoid the discomfort and confrontation that I encountered. Dining out should be a pleasant and relaxing experience, and Brooklyn's behavior falls short of the standards we should expect from restaurant staff.

K K.

This place is a hidden gem. Lots of delicious choices. The salt n pepper shrimp n flan were our favorites. Kids loved the tenders and chips.

Robert W.

Part of a chain, I believe this is the original location. It's a little out of the way gor me, but honestly, it's worth the trip. Something about being the original restaurant, it seems in every case it's always just a little bit better than it's offspring.

Today, I had the ancho pork chop. Absolutely one of the better meals I've ever had here. I look forward to having it again.