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Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum Reviews List

Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum

We invite you to escape to Truluck's. A getaway for the senses. Come savor the freshest Crab, direct from our own fisheries. Delight in our fresh-catch seafood menu or select tender, juicy steaks prepared to perfection. Then complement it all with delicious wines by the glass and bottle. Winner, 2011 Top Workplace (midsized business) - Austin American-Statesman
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224 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.7 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5
(224 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 224 reviews
5 stars
(169)
4 stars
(48)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
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Food 
4.7 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5
Service 
4.7 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.7 / 5
Ambiance 
4.5 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic
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  • special occasion(171)
  • romantic(126)
  • notable wine list(99)
  • fit for foodies(93)
  • vibrant bar scene(52)
  • neighborhood gem(48)
Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum Reviews List
Review 1 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food is always excellent and the service faultless"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 2 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very Attentive Service

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Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The service at Truluck's Arboretum is excellent. Servers are knowledgeable about the food and are able to offer great suggestions. They know when to be there for you, and they know when not to be. The food was excellent, both in the bar area and at dinner. The lobster bisque was very creamy but was not overwhelming in aftertaste, as some bisques can be. The Scottish Salmon Bernaise was nicely cooked, with a crisp outer coating of the salmon giving a nice counterpoint to the rich creaminess of the bernaise sauce.
All in all it was a great evening out, and Truluck's helped make it so."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous experience

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the second year we came to Trulucks for our anniversary and it was amazing both times! We actually said we might make this a anniversary tradition! We still had the managers business card from last year and saw him this visit, he was so impressed he gave us to complimentary drink cards! Our waiter was so good. Good energy and extremely knowledgeable! And of course the food was outstanding!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Gluten free menu

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Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It is always nice to find a place with a gluten free menu. It is even better when that place has some if its regular menu items on the gluten free menu. The Cioppino is gluten and dairy free and delicious."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect

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Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Everything was perfect from the super cold filtered water to the Chocolate Box."
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 6 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance & Great Cuisine

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent service, excellent, well prepared and very fresh sea food, talented use of spices. Worth the price . . . only complaint was the overly large size of the chocolate cake for desert O.M.G.! Required a 'doggie-bag'!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent experience

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Dined on 5/13/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"From the service to the food to the ambience, this was a perfect dining experience!"
Dined on 5/13/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Tough Day

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It was Mothers Day and the service was sub par to the normal food quality & service. The waitresses were a little over whelmed, bless their heart. They certainly gave their all. Management needs to find a remedy for big occasions to maintain their reputation. All around everything was one notch lower than the norm for the restaurant that I have previously experienced, which I have always considered the finest in Austin. Still my favorite!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

royal treatment!

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Impressed from everything to greeting by general manager, sommelier, Daniel our fabulous server, and DELICIOUS food. the most yummy shrimp and grits ever! and a follow up call to my cell phone inquiring about my experience. Wow!!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 10 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Graduation dinner for party of 8

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We celebrated our sons's college graduation with dinner at Trulock's. Service was very good for our group and our server, Robin, was knowledgeable, engaging and efficient. Most of our group had not been to Trulock's before and they were uniformly pleased with out drink service and menu selection. Seven of us had fish which was well prepared and well presented. Our son had a steak with crab and he said it was prepared medium rare, as he had ordered. We completed our meal with a good port, another first for most of our guests. Trulock's staff and service made the evening memorable for us all. Highly recommend."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 11 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Experience

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
"He had only been to Trucklucks two other times, the first experience was unbelievable- we sat outside. The second time the food was a little off, but that was a number of years ago. We decided to have our next date-night at Trucklucks this past Friday and we were so glad we did. Every bite of food was exploding with flavor, our server was on top of eveything, and we had a cozy little booth this time. We had been there about one hour when we realized the place was packed- but we were in our own little world and didn't notice the place filling up around us. It was just perfect! I am glad we went!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 12 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service

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Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This place is really, really dark. Unnecessarily dark. I understand they are trying to create romance. I get it. I don't need it to be glaringly bright, but it would at least be nice to be able to read the menu and actually see what I'm eating (amazingly delicious morsels of succulent crabmeat vs. tiny pieces of shell) without being forced to whip out the flashlight."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Absolutely PERFECT

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Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I wanted to make my daughter's 35th birthday celebration perfect. Truluck's Arboretum made that possible and more! There was not one thing that Truluck's could have done to make our evening more special. The food and service was outstanding. Can't wait until our next visit!"
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 14 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

truluck aboretum

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Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We went there with a 6 yrs old boy. We received an outstanding service from the lady greeting us in the front(i did not get her name). She was friendly, helpful and has an appropriate manner. We were seated at the booth, which is to our prefference.
Our waiter for the day was Michael. He was great. We do not eat beef, pork or chicken except for seafood and veges. He patiently explain to us and suggested few items on the menu, and tell us how they prepared the food. Even our little on who is normally cranky at later of the day, had a good time in the restaurant.
The manager pays a good attention to the customers too.
All in all, we had a great time. Will be back early june.
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Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 15 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Quality dining without having to go downtown."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 16 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always wonderful

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Truluck's at the Arboretum has amazing service and food. It is pricey if you order the specialties (South African Lobster Tail), but worth every penny. Perfect place for celebrating a special occasion. The night we were there, the spring weather was lovely and they had all the doors to the patio open which made the dining room extra pleasant. What more to say? Just go."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The wait staff are outstanding

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The wait staff are outstanding and cater to all of our wants and needs. This was our third dining experience at Truluck's and each time the food was delcious."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A few too many interruptions

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A few too many interruptions trying to be accomodating, but still wonderful."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
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Review 19 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect for very special occasions

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Wonderful place to celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. The staff didn't miss a beat in commemorating it. We even got a signed card congratulating us. Expensive, but I promise it's worth every penny. My husband is more of a steak guy than he is seafood, and his steak did not disappoint. We had the Florida stone crabs to start and then I had the Dutch harbor crab legs for the entree. Absolutely excellent!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 20 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food is always excellent and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food is always excellent and service is outstanding.."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 21 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was delicious as

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
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Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was delicious as ever. We had the all you can eat stone crabs."
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 22 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good seafood restaurants are

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good seafood restaurants are hard to find, particularly one that offers a variety of crab dishes. I will probably make Truluck's a regular visit. Great food and excellent service."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My girlfriend and i really

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My girlfriend and i really enjoyed having dinner with you guys and it made our night very memorable. we really appriciated ur hospitality and service. thank you alot. we will definately come again."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 24 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful experience!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I hadn't tried Truluck's in a while and decided to go there on a Friday during Lent...they have made many changes, and all for the better! I went back when a special occasion came up, and the staff went out of their way to make us feel welcome and taken care of! The food is fresh and prepared perfectly, their timing was impeccable, and they came back just enough to make sure we didn't need anything. The energy inside is wonderful, and you could tell that other tables were having fun as well. I would recommend this restaurant whole-heartedly, I'll definitely be going back! :)"
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2004
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Went for All-You-Can-Eat Monday

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"Went for All-You-Can-Eat Monday Night stone crabs. Have done this for years. Noticed that the trend has been prices increasing every year - now at $69 - and at the same time the delivery of each subsequent set of claws seems to have slowed down. We very much enjoyed our experience. Waiter was good. It was crowded; however - - - it took us over 2.5 hours. I am fine with leisurely - but . . . at 2.5 hours that just seemed more than leisurely and more like a slow roll instead."
Dined on 04/15/2013
 2006
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Review 26 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful service from Steve,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
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Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful service from Steve, and fabulous stone crab claws. A delightful evening!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 27 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great spot for special occassion

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We have been to Truluck's Arboretum on several occasions. This time was our 39th Wedding Anniversary. I am a seafood lover. My wife almost always tries one of the many off the menu offerings. Two shrimp the size of lobsters, in a special sauce and cheese grits. Their desserts are outstanding. Just a tip, plan on splitting the dessert, they are huge. Coffee from a French press was a wonderful finish. We will be back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Happy Birthday Crabs!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It has become a tradition for my sister and I to celebrate my birthday there with the "All you can eat Stone Crabs"! They are always fresh, the staff is very friendly and we enjoy the happy hour specials on bottles of wine. They even throw in a beautiful dessert and a birthday card they all sign.
Makes me look forward to birthdays!"
Dined on 04/08/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food and the service were

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food and the service were top notch! If you are a seafood lover, Truluck's is a must go. If you're not a seafood lover, try fish here and you'll be a convert!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a great night

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We went to Truluck's for our friend's birthday. They treated us all like royalty, even giving us a free started appetizer to celebrate. The service was outstanding and the food just perfect. Great experience!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place to hold a business

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great place to hold a business meeting and dinner. EXCELLENT service and food!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2009
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 32 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Truluck's is our go to restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The Carrot Cake is the best ever!!!!"
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I have dined at Truluck's

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I have dined at Truluck's on many occasions and the quality of food and service have always been exceptional. The wine list has a variety to meet every desire and the information provided by the servers is always helpful. A truely great place for both business dinners and pleasure."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 34 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We go every year for an anniversary

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We go every year for an anniversary, they always make it such a special occasion for us. We look forward to it every year!"
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 35 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Dining Experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our favorite dining destination in Austin. We have never been disappoint and always had a memorable evening. Convenient location, no parking hassles and a beautiful decor. Piano bar before or after dinner makes it even more special."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Well done, Truluck's!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The staff at Truluck's at the Arboretum were exceptionally friendly and prompt with service. The ambiance was excellent, the food more so, and overall it was an exceptional experience."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The king crab is still one

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The king crab is still one of the best overall meals out there. Attention to detail at trulucks is their signature and their food never disappoints."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 38 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Great place,nice music, caring

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great place,nice music, caring and attentive wait staff and management. The halibut was excellent but the scallops were average. Will definitely give it another try. Other selections leaving the kitchen looked delicious."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We are from Chicago where

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We are from Chicago where great restaurants are plentiful. We have a fantastic restaurant called Gibson's. It has everything your restaurant has but the prices are much more reasonable. Their waiters are some of the best I've ever seen outside of New York. Your restaurant was very nice. The food was very good, but certainly no better. Go online and check their prices. Why should steak be so much higher in the Lone Star state? Your waiter, Dan, was very friendly and attentive, but clumsy when it came to serving the dessert and smeared chocolate all over the white table cloth. The wine was fine, but one that we easily purchase here at home in Chicago for much less, in spite of high tax added on. You guys need to reassess your prices"
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful experience as usual.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful experience as usual. Steven provided excellent service also as usual"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect dining experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful food with perfect service!!!!
Tim was a superb host, giving us personal attention!
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Dined on 03/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 42 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Coming back soon

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Besides the great food, perfect service the General Manager came to our table within minutes to welcome us.. Thanks Truluck's"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 43 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

If you want to impress with

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"If you want to impress with the freshest and best taste in seafood or steak, then Truluck's is the place to go. My family always goes there for birthdays and other special occassions. It always pleases! If the location were on the lake or in the Hills, then it would be world class. But, if you want fantastic food in pleasant surroundings and a great wait staff. It is not cheap but well worth the price. Go to Truluck's in Arboretum."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was absolutely delicious.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was absolutely delicious. The fish simply melted in your mouth. Service was great. Waiters were knowledgeable about food and wine. Would definitely go there again."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 45 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A Great Place For a Special Sendoff

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Seems Truluck's was the only restaurant in Austin that I could find that had Florida Stone Crabs. I couldn't even get them in Florida the week before. Reservation was right on time. Seating hostess, Matre Dei, and server were top notchprofessionals. The food was fantastic; appetizer, delicious stone crabs, sides. The incredible signaturedessert: The Chocolate Box was out of this world. The service was five star, and our waiter, Rixon, was very attentive. Received a phone call and voicemail the next day, checking whether we had an enjoyable evening. I wanted this to be a special restaurant to take my son to, who is in the military, and is deploying overseas in a few weeks. Well done on every level!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The usual sophistication of

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The usual sophistication of the service that we experience at Trulusk's was missing to a noticeable degree on this viist. One of the managers was a bit over-exuberant and overly famliar; the other was refined and appropriate. And, sadly, our waitress' manner was more suitable for a diner than for a fine-dining experience. She approahed our table as a series of tasks to check off rather than as people present to enjoy fine-dining. She addressed both my wife and me respectively as 'Honey' at differnt points in the evening; a choice that was glaringluy out-of-bounds. The food was, as always, exceptional. The bisque is still the best, though it appears that the crab cake has been changed to a larger bulkier presentation, a single cake."
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 47 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Superb dinning spot

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We had a great 5th Wedding Anniversary dinner at Truluck's this Saturday. This place never disappoints!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 48 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect location to celebrate

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Perfect location to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary. The stone crab claws were delicious. There was nice music in the bar area. We will definitely return."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 49 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic service and food.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Fantastic service and food. Always a good time."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 50 for Truluck's Seafood, Steak and Crab House - Austin Arboretum
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorite places

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of my favorite places in Austin. I live over an hour away and we get down there once a month or so. The main attractions are the crab & desserts. Service was as always impeccable. The crab cocktail was the opening salvo and quite the highlight of the evening. See you again & soon."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, romantic, special occasion
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