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Cool River Cafe - Austin
Randy Umlah, Proprietor, invites you to entertain your loved ones, friends or business associates in the impressive surroundings of river rock fireplaces, dark woods and hand crafted chandeliers. A unique facility combining fine dining with a high energy bar, entertainment, and billiards. Chef Adrian Corkill creates one-of-a-kind specialties inspired by the flavors of the Southwest featuring select cuts of Certified Angus Beef(TM) steaks coupled with the freshest seafood. Also featuring wood-grilled rack of lamb and cold water lobster. Cool River's award winning wine list offers 375 exquisite wines. Cool River is the perfect place to spend the entire evening.
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83 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 83 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(33)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(7)
1 star
(4)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(53)
- good for groups(31)
- romantic(31)
- notable wine list(24)
- neighborhood gem(21)
- great for brunch(17)
Cool River Cafe - Austin Reviews List
Review 1 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I took customers to the Cool River Cafe on May 15 we all enjoyed our meals and the service was great. I can't say enough about this place they always knock it out of the park. Great Wine list."
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 2 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Mother's Day Brunch was great. Good food and relaxing."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 3 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Brunch Spots
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We've dined at Cool River for dinner & had private events there that we were very happy with. Brunch was not up to Cool River standards in my opinion.It will not be on our favorite spots for brunch list as it did not compare to others that are comparable in price."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 4 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
fun and beautiful restaurant!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"we had the mothers day brunch and it was an extensive buffet and delicious! service was perfect and the other mom and I had several delicious mimosas! we sat by the stone fireplace which was a great location. We had a delicious meal with lots of fresh crab, shrimp, and other delectable fish treats, as well as the triaditional prime rib chicken cordon bleu and eggs, bacon and sausages, salads, french toast, the works. lots of nice things for the children too on a low table so they could reach it, like macaroni and cheese! all the staff very friendly and the four of us had a wonderful mothers day! thank you!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Steaks
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A great local restaurant in North Austin that we had forgotten. So glad we went and enjoyed the wonderful steak and shrimp. The service was wonderful and we will be returning."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We've frequented Cool River for a number of years and have always been pleased with the atmosphere, service and food selections. I'm sure we will return for additional dining experiences."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, notable wine list, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 7 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Mother's Day brunch was really good with a wide selection of food items. Although the restaurant was busy, it did not seem like it was busy and the wait staff was always available. This is not our first time dinning at Cool River and we will dine there again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, special occasion
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Review 8 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Extremely Disappointed
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have been to Cool River many times and it's always been a very nice experience and the food has always been beyond my expectations. Last year for Mother's Day I took my Mom to Cool River and she said her steak was the best she ever had. This year
their buffet was terrible. I'm pretty sure the food was brought in. It could not have been prepared there. The shrimp were tough. The only vegetable out when I was there was asparagus and it was overcooked. I sampled three desserts and they all tasted like they had been in the freezer too long. The only thing I enjoyed was the Mimosa. For $100 we could have had a better dinner at Dennys.
I don't plan on ever going back."
their buffet was terrible. I'm pretty sure the food was brought in. It could not have been prepared there. The shrimp were tough. The only vegetable out when I was there was asparagus and it was overcooked. I sampled three desserts and they all tasted like they had been in the freezer too long. The only thing I enjoyed was the Mimosa. For $100 we could have had a better dinner at Dennys.
I don't plan on ever going back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 9 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mother's Day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a really nice time at Cool River Cafe for Mother's Day. We appreciated that the restaurant accepts reservations. The food was delicious!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 10 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Decent could be better
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a decent meal. For the price, it was not worth it. There is so much more they could do to highlight the dishes and menu. There were no specials either. My filet mignon was tasty, and prepared correctly to order, but the Sea Bass was plain and one note. For $36.95, a little more flavor besides lemon would have been terrific. Bananas foster was just bananas rum and ice cream. It needed some crunch or other kind of texture, candied pecans/crumble...something. For the price and lackluster of the menu, I would not return."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A little pricey but nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Took my SO here for a nice meal and to celebrate how special she is to me. The staff was great (thanks Britney) and the food was quite tasty. I had the cowboy ribeye and my sweetie had the venison CFS. Both were nicely prepared and tasty. The dining room was romantically lit but not so dim as to not be able to see the food. Nice "chalet" feel. There were a few prom groups through but we were not disrupted. I'm not sure why Cool River was so empty on a Friday night. Maybe north Austin doesn't appreciate a nice, quiet, romantic steakhouse. We will be back so I guess it's our win."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Had a business dinner. Food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had a business dinner. Food was very slow in arriving (appetizers took almost 40 minutes). Very inattentive server. we had to ask numerous times for drinks, etc. The food itself was very good."
Dined on 04/22/2013
2006
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Review 13 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Our first time and thought
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first time and thought the restaurant would be busier. Service was slow seeing they did have many customer. Food was good."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 14 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a awesome time at Cool
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a awesome time at Cool River. We celebrated our 16th anniversary. Kim made it very special, she done an excellent job."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Unaspected Gem.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was a very good find, Cool River Cafe is much more than a Cafe. It is an upscale dinning gem, we will go back the next time we are in Austin."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Special occasion buffet
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great place for special brunch such as Easter or Mother's Day! Love it as a family tradition each year now. Great variety and food kept fresh."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 17 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Stay Away!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was overpriced for the quality. Scrambled eggs, bacon and sausage compromised half the so called "buffet." For cold options you had ceasar salad, dethawed crab claws and cheese cubes. The entree portion consisted of flavorless "smashed potatoes", dethawed asparagus with some faux hollandise sauce, a mediocre wild rice and "prime rib" that was pre sliced and resembled raw hamburger, pre sliced ham, and what was being passed off as chicken cordon bleu but had the taste and consistency of something my mother used to buy frozen in bulk at Sams 30 years ago which is also about the last time I saw this item on a menu.
To be avoided at all costs."
To be avoided at all costs."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 18 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Filet was very tender, but
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Filet was very tender, but had an unusual taste. Not worth the $38."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 19 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
There are many better places
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There are many better places for the price in Austin. There is nothing wrong with Cool River its just not good enough to charge the prices they do."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 20 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I brought my kids and grand-kids
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I brought my kids and grand-kids for Easter Brunch and it was very good. I will do this again."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 21 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was really good for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was really good for the Easter Brunch. The food was not refilled very often so I did not get to try several items."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 22 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Salmon, crab claws, shrimp,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Salmon, crab claws, shrimp, blueberry blintzes...not to mention ham and prime rib... What's not to love? Our waitress was excellent. In fact, the waitstaff all presented as calm, efficient and friendly. We shall return!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 23 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Easter Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We love the Cool River brunch, they have so many great items...to name a few...shrimp, prime rib, CRISP bacon, delicious cheese blitzes and my ver favorite was the cheese cake. Are you giving out the recipe?"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 24 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I have attended many holiday
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have attended many holiday brunches over the years and I would have to say that this one stands up nicely to them all. The atmosphere and parking are enough of a plus to erase any small objections. That said, I would suggest to the restaurant that their brunch items were not exactly hot. I mean temperature .... the food itself was excellent! But they need to turn up the heat on those buffet items."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love dividing the prime
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We love dividing the prime rib for a special occasion. This is a pricey place so one we visit only for celebration. It was my husband's birthday and they served us (on the house) a wonderful bananas foster...recommend that dessert which was plenty for two! I love the decor, the stone walls, fireplace, and it was not crowded at 5:30 on a Saturday evening."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Highly recommend this place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I took some customers to Cool River cafe on 3/18 we had 13 people in our party they put us in our own room everyone loved there meals and the wine was great. The services was awesome I would highly recommend this place."
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 27 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Dissapointing
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went to the Thesaurus to look up words for disappointing as I wanted to say it over and over. I've been to the Cool River in Dallas and thoroughly enjoyed the experience, however the only similarity between the 2 locations is the name. Service was efficient but waitstaff were without any warmth or personality. Wine list was OK, but excessive mark-up even for a restaurant of this price point. Stock level of the wines must have been low as my 2 first choices were not available and server kept pushing the wine they had on special.... My wife ordered the scallops which were good, however my lamb was not. side dishes were cold when they arrived and were not enjoyed.
All in all a poor job by this location , one I will not return to."
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 28 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Better than expected.....AAA all the way!!Great birthday dinner....WE WILL BE BACK!!!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 29 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Hi. I noticed it was too dark
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Hi. I noticed it was too dark to read the menu. Had to use a flashlight to read."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 30 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Consistently delicious and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Consistently delicious and always a pleasure to dine at Cool River Cafe"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 31 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and service. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food and service. The atomsphere is very enjoyable and it is not as crowded as in previously, mostly due to other restaurants opening in the area. However Cool River still has what it takes to be a great choice for steaks and service."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 32 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I like the service, the waitresses
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I like the service, the waitresses were very accommodating, the food was good, the only critique I would have is that the lighting was a little bit too dark for the type of event we had."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 33 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was superb and the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was superb and the service outstanding, would recommend to anyone in Austin for their very first restaurant to visit"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
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Review 34 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We celebrated our anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We celebrated our anniversary with friends and had a perfect time. I knew the food would be great, but it was nice to be able to carry on a conversation without stranning to hear. The hostess gave us a perfect table and the wait staff was extremely attentive in every way. Thanks for keeping good people on your staff."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 35 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very Good But Not Great
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was very good, but not outstanding or really memorable. The service and ambiance were excellent."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Overall good service loved
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overall good service loved the Cowboy steak highly recommended."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 37 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
My wife and I have been to
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I have been to Cool River many times, but the most recent experience was a disappointment. We booked a 6:00 pm table for two on Valentine's Day. We were on time and were shown to a small booth which my wife did not like. We have to stand there waiting for the hostess to get permission to seat us in the larger booth and there were a few available. We pick the Valentin's Day special for two. The fillet was small, about 4 oz. we have to split a baked potato. When my wife asked if we could get a potato for each of us, we were told that there is an extra charge of $8. The service was rushed and the waitress was anxious to take the plates when my wife was still eating. Overall, the experience was not good. The food was overpriced also"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
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Review 38 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A Valentine's Gone Amiss
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Normally this is our go to place for special occassions. Dining experience lacked the usual charm. Have spoken with Randy and he offered to make it up to us. Willing to chalk it up to a night of unexpectedness and will be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Only one negative! For some
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Only one negative! For some reason the bar was our of Woodford Reserve. I thought that should be reason to close the bar but our waitress convinced me I could get by on a Maker's Mark.
A good dinner!"
A good dinner!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Cool River is my favourite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cool River is my favourite "upscale casual" place for special occasions, such as my wife's birthday, our anniversary or Valentine's Day. It's conveniently close to our home so we don't have the downtown traffic to contend with in central Austin. The prices are moderately high and they are very proud of their wines, but the food is delicious and well presented. The staff is attentive without being intrusive, a delicate touch. The pace is just right for enjoying a good meal, not feeling rushed, but ready with the check when you want it. We go about two or three times a year.
A club I belong to also has occasional group dinners there."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. Probably
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was very good. Probably a little overpriced."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The restaurant was dead and
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant was dead and still service was super slow. Unfortunate, used to be a great busy place."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 43 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Drinks are over the top expensive.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Drinks are over the top expensive. If you take a group for dinner and have a reception first, you won't be able to afford dinner."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2013
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Review 44 for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing meal
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very mediocre food quality. Expensive. Better value elsewhere nearby. Very. Didappointing"
Dined on 01/29/2013
2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Cool River Cafe - Austin
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate