Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile

This place had a very nice ambience. Very Covid cautious. We sat in the patio and it got very loud with a few larger parties around us. The bone marrow baguette was out of this world! It was an improved version of a salty garlic bread. Mac n Cheese was also extremely tasty. I wasn’t impressed with the French fries and the strawberry cake (looked cute for a picture) but wasn’t really anything special. The Valet attendee was extremely nice and respectful.

Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile is a great restaurant in East Austin. Parking is a little bit of a challenge but it is worth it. And make reservations because it is pretty full. Make sure to check their hours too; I believe they are closed Monday and Tuesday. When you make reservations, in the comment section, request to eat outside. You’ll thank me! Now on to the good stuff- the food! Jacoby’s meat comes from their own ranch near Lubbock so you know you’re getting great quality, grass-fed cattle. I went with the steak frites, which I kind of had to eat. So good! The fries were crispy and the steak was cooked to perfection. There is an aioli dipping sauce that was good as well. My friend got the chicken fried steak which was the best he’s had. You need to try the bone marrow appetizer and save room for dessert! I’m a huge fan of Jacoby’s and their sister restaurant Swift Pizza. Make those reservations!

ABSOLUTELY delicious. Holy cow I’m so impressed. The tater tots were a last minute decision but I’m honestly most impressed by those! They were soft and fluffy. Best potato I’ve ever eaten. I’m vegan and got the off menu vegan option, also amazing. My fiancé got the chicken fried steak with waffles which he said was also on point!! The drinks were also phenomenal. I’m extremely impressed with ever aspect of this place. Will be back for more! Dietary restrictions: Have vegan off menu options!