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The Bayou Shack is a restaurant in Round Rock, TX.

The Bayou Shack Review Summary

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Pros

The Bayou Shack is a hidden gem with delicious Cajun-inspired dishes, generous portions, and a cozy atmosphere. The service is friendly and attentive, making customers feel welcome. The menu offers a variety of options, including vegetarian and gluten-free dishes, catering to different tastes and dietary needs. The prices are reasonable, making it an excellent value for the quality and quantity of food received.

Cons

Some customers have reported inconsistent food quality, with a few dishes being overcooked or underseasoned. The restaurant can get busy, leading to longer wait times, and the seating area can feel cramped. Additionally, the menu lacks a clear distinction between spicy and non-spicy dishes, which may be a concern for those with sensitive palates.

Review Rating Chart

Yelp: 4.5/5

Google Reviews: 4.4/5

TripAdvisor: 4.5/5

Foursquare: 4.3/5

Zomato: 4.2/5

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K Craddock
K Craddock
6 months ago
Spouse and I was driving down 79 and saw the building sign so we pulled in to try them out. We were greeted and seated immediately. We tried the catfish nuggets, boudin balls, gumbo, cajun rice, catfish & shrimp meal w/fries. The food was amazing....Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Nathan Pope
Nathan Pope
3 months ago
Let’s start off by saying service was amazing from start to finish. (10/10) Dennis was our main server but a couple of other people came by to make sure we were well taken care of. Everyone was very attentive and really friendly.Food: we ordered a...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Oscar Diaz
Oscar Diaz -Local Guide
6 months ago
This place is a hidden secret for FRESH huge Crawfish & Delicious Snow Crab & Shrimp. Service was attentive. Entrées order very fast to table and hot!! So much flavor combinations, I had Garlic fire and WoW! Portions were wonderfully ful-filling! Reasonably priced for cuisine....Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Jenna Wilks
Jenna Wilks -Local Guide
7 months ago
Service was great from the time we walked in to walking out the door!Food was flavorful and fresh!Asian Cajun style they have the boils, and fried options even have salad options!Bayou blend sauce is really good, I got medium heat and it was HOT!(I usually...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 4/5
LWRC FNG
LWRC FNG -Local Guide
2 months ago
Delicious and fresh dine-in and also for take-out. Great vibe and music, friendly staff and owners EVERY TIME!😃Crawfish were fresh every time. Their fried catfish, cajun fries, and shrimp basket were equally good. A must try is their wings in the "Bottom...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Tyreonta Norman
Tyreonta Norman
2 months ago
Catfish platter that my wife and I come and get regularly was recently changed to a smaller size. Usually we get a full catfish fillet but this time we got catfish fillets that were split in half and fried to make it look like a...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
Dianne Nguyen
Dianne Nguyen -Local Guide
a week ago
I was looking for a family size dinner but there was none available so I ordered the fried oysters with French fries for $16 then 3 orders of catfish nuggets for $10 each. What a complete rip off! The boxes for the catfish nuggets were...Read More
Food: 2/5Service: 2/5Atmosphere: 2/5
Adam Garcia
Adam Garcia
7 months ago
If you live around the Round Rock area, and are looking to satisfy your crawfish cravings; look no further.The quality of the mudbugs are excellent, and I typically get the recommended 'Bottom of the Bayou' blend(cajun + garlic + lemon seasonings).I've always had a great...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
kickinass3 Hubbard
kickinass3 Hubbard
a month ago
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Encar D.
Encar D.
2 months ago
Tried this place for date night last night and would definitely return here for our seafood fix. Service was great, we were there close to closing and never felt pressured to hurry and leave. In fact we were checked out at 9 and they still...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Tracy Michelle
Tracy Michelle -Local Guide
a week ago
This place was recommended to me by a friend that frequents here 2 or 3 times a month. I drove in from Eagle Pass to visit her, and I was craving seafood. She sent me here. I literally tried to get a little bit...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Samantha Simer
Samantha Simer -Local Guide
3 months ago
First time eating from here tonight. My husband and I are so pleased. The food was piping hot, delicious, beautiful, yummy, fantastic, wonderful, etc. My husband called in To-Go, and our food was done within 15 minutes. We are currently full, fat, and happy on...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Katt Estrada
Katt Estrada
3 months ago
We were greeted off the bat with good energy. The fried oysters and fried gator appetizers were amazing and fresh. We ordered the catfish and shrimp baskets with all of the different sides; cajun fries, hushpuppies, and sweet potato fries. All the food was amazing!...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Claudia Garza
Claudia Garza -Local Guide
2 months ago
Love to stop here anytime I’m in town. The manager is so friendly and attentive. Food is delicious and the spice level is amazing. Highly recommend the boudin balls and the boils of course.The atmosphere inside is great, but I wish their patio was...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Alonzia Hardin
Alonzia Hardin
4 months ago
I absolutely love this place. I didn’t know it was so close to me. They make you feel like you’re at home. The Manager is super attentive and the waitress Jaden( sorry if I spelt it wrong, beautiful) was so pleasant and informative. I will...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Julian Bridges
Julian Bridges
4 months ago
Everything was Great. The server (I wish I could remember his name but he’s a tall black dude) was great, the food was great (I got Cajun and garlic mix), and the music was great too! Normally the music at businesses are just terrible top...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Joseph Ramirez
Joseph Ramirez -Local Guide
a month ago
Came by with my family for the first time for some seafood boils, and it was amazing and tasted fresh for Austin area standards. Will definitely be coming back!Though only complaint is that the corn was surprisingly extremely soggy.
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Holly Roska
Holly Roska
2 months ago
Cathy was very informative about the food, attentive and great personality💕 The food was phenomenal🤩 We had the hush puppies on our boil & on the side! The bot were incredible!!! The ones in the boil complemented the flavors of the hush puppy and made...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Cosmic Hottie
Cosmic Hottie
3 months ago
I have visited this particular location on many occasions and I have never quite had the experience that I had this past weekend . I usually order the crawfish and crab leg boil bags and also some of the appetizers they offer. That day, I...Read More
Food: 1/5Service: 3/5Atmosphere: 4/5
Shea Gordon
Shea Gordon -Local Guide
3 months ago
The only thing I’m mad about is not eating here sooner!!!Wow, I mean, WOW!!!It’s not your traditional crab boil joint, very saucy, but that sauce is soooooo good. Loved dipping my crab in it.Service is as great as the food~
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 3/5
Lauren Bingham
Lauren Bingham
3 months ago
I've eaten here a few times and it was fine, but after my last visit I can't imagine going back. My son and I got caught in traffic on 79 and ran in here to use the restroom. I'm not sure if she was a...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
DSherronn Christwell
DSherronn Christwell
5 months ago
The Bayou Shack is absolutely amazing! Jaiden is simply adorable and very informative...She was there for me every step of the way, I had no idea what to order...I had never been to this restaurant b4 so I got the Shrimp, Sausage, Corn &...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Cierraaa
Cierraaa
7 months ago
My family and I went live really close and see The Bayou Shack literally all the time and decided to try it for the first time as my Mother's Day dinner...... BEST DECISION!!!🤩😋 The food was amazing and so flavorful. My four-year-old is not big...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Suzy Caballero
Suzy Caballero -Local Guide
4 months ago
I bought the shrimp boil bag for $31. They don't have a variety of dry rub seasonings, major is wet seasoning. It was pretty good but I'm use to the traditional boil bag where it comes with eggs. They only come with potatoes and corn...Read More
Food: 4/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Kathrine Haro
Kathrine Haro
6 months ago
Never one to share my experience at a restaurant but when you’ve been to this restaurant you’d understand why you’d feel compelled to leave a review! This has to be the most incredible boil we’ve EVER had. I didn’t even get a picture we ate...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Kristina Perez
Kristina Perez
10 months ago
We just had the most delicious dinner at The Bayou Shack! Huge thanks to Lucky for the awesome and FAST service he provided! Our food was perfect and just as we ordered it. The music and atmosphere helps you let go of your stress and...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Christopher Henderson
Christopher Henderson -Local Guide
7 months ago
Y'all. When I tell you. This is THE BEST Cajun food I have been able to find outside of Louisiana. The moment I tasted the sweet tea I knew the food was about to be fire!My friend and I shared an order of boudin balls,...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Harvey Merida
Harvey Merida
7 months ago
My wife and I were headed to Hutto on 79 and noticed the sign(Bayou Shack), we did a U- turn and we are so happy we did! We were welcomed in the restaurant with a great genuine smile from J, as the old...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Jared Pirkle
Jared Pirkle
10 months ago
Lucky and his family took great care of us. We came for a late Valentine’s Day dinner and it did not disappoint.I had the Catfish platter which was light and crispy. I would recommend giving it a shot if you are a fan of...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Kenny Axton
Kenny Axton
10 months ago
Attended the soft opening and the food was great!Service is very nice and pleasant.Fried oysters and hush puppies for appetizers were a good start.Good cold beer with fired catfish and shrimp to wrap up the night.Highly recommended!!We will be back !
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Slade H
Slade H -Local Guide
10 months ago
Been here 3 times this week. My wife and I ordered the fried oysters and fried shrimp to share 1 time. Soft shell crab and catfish the 2nd and fried oysters and catfish the third. Everything was great. The cocktail sauce is homemade and its...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
John Collins
John Collins
8 months ago
Been here several times and food was good and the lady (owner) was very nice. A few of us went there this week for lunch and I think the lady's husband was the waiter (I think it was David). We were the only ones there...Read More
Food: 3/5Service: 1/5Atmosphere: 1/5
Taylor Dowden
Taylor Dowden
7 months ago
First thing first, flavor was bomb. I got the lb of crawfish with the Bayou flavor and fire spice level. It was just the right amount of enjoyable spice with a little kick. The bayou flavor is a mix of garlic, lemon pepper, and cajun...Read More
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5
Reshada Wright
Reshada Wright -Local Guide
3 months ago
Lucky was great nice personality, personable,& funny as hell! I will be coming back he was a delight,& joy to be around!Kid-friendliness: Real family oriented environment
Food: 5/5Service: 5/5Atmosphere: 5/5

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Crowd

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Planning

Accepts reservations

Children

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