Restaurants nearby Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa
Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa has several on-site restaurants and bars ranging from a seafood-focused signature restaurant (Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar) and Bob's Steak & Chop House to casual options like Crenshaw's Bar & Eatery, Travis Pool Bar & Grill, Texas Spice breakfast restaurant and Velvet Joe’s coffee shop. Many venues welcome families; reservations are recommended for Bob’s and Blind Salamander.
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At-a-glance: on-site dining options
The resort offers a mix of formal and casual dining across multiple venues on property, including a signature seafood restaurant, a steakhouse, clubhouse and poolside spots. Room service is also available for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Most restaurants are located within the resort footprint; Canyons Grill is at the Fazio Canyons Golf Course clubhouse (separate address) and may require a short shuttle arranged by the Front Desk for registered guests.
- Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar — seafood-focused, panoramic golf-course views
- Bob's Steak & Chop House — steakhouse dining; reservations recommended
- Crenshaw's Bar & Eatery — casual bar and New American comfort food
- Texas Spice — breakfast restaurant with buffet service on select days
- Travis Pool Bar & Grill — seasonal poolside bar & grill
- Velvet Joe's Coffee House & Artisan Wares — grab-and-go pastries and espresso
- Nopales — casual Mexican dining (listed as closed for the season at times)
| Service type | Typical hours (subject to change) |
|---|---|
| Breakfast (Texas Spice, room service) | Texas Spice daily 6:30 AM–10:30 AM; room service 6:30 AM–11:00 PM (Sun–Thu) |
| Lunch / Clubhouse (Canyons Grill, Arnie's) | Canyons Grill typical lunch/dinner windows; Arnie's open select hours — check with Front Desk |
| Dinner & Bars (Blind Salamander, Bob's, Jim Bob's) | Blind Salamander evenings; Bob's Mon–Sat evenings; Jim Bob's opens mid-afternoon into late night |
Signature and fine dining
Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar is the resort’s seafood-forward signature restaurant; it highlights freshly shucked oysters, seasonal seafood and some steak options with panoramic views of the Fazio Foothills Golf Course. Blind Salamander accepts reservations through the resort's reservation system.
Bob's Steak & Chop House is the on-site steakhouse serving prime steaks, chops and seafood in a formal setting. Reservations are recommended for Bob's; a business-casual dress code is listed for the restaurant.
- Blind Salamander — dinner hours vary by day; closed Monday–Tuesday per current schedules
- Bob's Steak & Chop House — dinner Mon–Sat; closed Sun
- Both venues accept reservations and may offer private dining options
| Restaurant | Notes |
|---|---|
| Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar | Signature seafood menu; evening service; reservations via resort |
| Bob's Steak & Chop House | Steakhouse with private dining rooms; reservations recommended |
Casual, family-friendly and grab-and-go
If you’re looking for more casual meals or family-friendly options, the resort offers Crenshaw's Bar & Eatery for New American comfort food and Velvet Joe's Coffee House & Artisan Wares for coffee, pastries and sandwiches.
Texas Spice handles breakfast service and a breakfast buffet on select days, while Travis Pool Bar & Grill covers seasonal poolside snacks and frozen drinks for afternoons at the pool.
- Crenshaw's Bar & Eatery — open midday into late evening; local beers on tap
- Texas Spice — breakfast daily with buffet available on selected days
- Velvet Joe's — daily early-morning to early-evening hours for coffee and quick bites
- Travis Pool Bar & Grill — seasonal pool hours; poolside food service noted in property materials
| Venue | Best for |
|---|---|
| Texas Spice | Early breakfast, families |
| Velvet Joe's | Coffee, pastries, grab-and-go |
| Travis Pool Bar & Grill | Poolside snacks and cocktails (seasonal) |
Golf clubhouse and off-site club dining
Canyons Grill is the clubhouse restaurant serving Austin-inspired favorites and classic clubhouse fare at the Fazio Canyons Golf Course clubhouse (8511 Carranzo Dr.), listed as about three miles from the main resort. Dining there is intended for registered resort guests and club members.
Arnie's Grill & Overlook overlooks the Palmer Lakeside Golf Course and offers indoor and terrace seating; Arnie’s access is limited to club members and registered resort guests with a booked tee time per resort materials.
- Canyons Grill — clubhouse menu and separate brunch on weekends; registered guests may request shuttle service from Front Desk
- Arnie's Grill & Overlook — hill-country views; access tied to tee times and club policies
- Ask the Front Desk or Concierge about complimentary shuttle options for registered guests to Canyons Grill
| Club Venue | Access |
|---|---|
| Canyons Grill (Fazio Canyons clubhouse) | Open to registered guests and club members; shuttle available on request |
| Arnie's Grill & Overlook (Palmer Lakeside) | Available to club members and guests with tee times |
Practical notes: reservations, hours and accessibility
Reservations are recommended for Bob's Steak & Chop House and Blind Salamander Kitchen & Bar, especially for dinner service. Jim Bob's Lobby Lounge offers later hours and live music on weekend nights.
Hours for poolside and seasonal venues such as Travis Pool Bar & Grill can change by season; check with the Front Desk or the resort’s dining page for current schedules before you go.
- Jim Bob's Lobby Lounge — generally opens mid-afternoon and runs late; live music some weekend nights
- Nopales — listed as 'closed for the season' at times; check current status with the resort
- Room service is available daily (hours vary by day of week); in-room dining hours are published by the resort
| Action | Who to contact |
|---|---|
| Make dinner reservations | Use the resort’s reservation system or call the Front Desk/restaurant phone |
| Check seasonal poolside menus & hours | Front Desk or pool staff |
| Arrange shuttle to Canyons Grill | Concierge / Front Desk |
Eating off-property and getting around
The resort is about 10 miles from downtown Austin and a car or rideshare is the practical way to reach off-resort restaurants and attractions. The property is not walkable to off-site dining.
Nearby shopping and dining clusters include The Village at Westlake and downtown Austin; ask the Concierge for specific restaurant recommendations and transportation options.
- Nearest notable clusters: Village at Westlake (about a 10-minute drive) and downtown Austin (about 10 miles)
- Concierge can arrange taxis, rideshares or paid shuttle services on request
- If you plan to leave the resort for dinner in Austin, allow time for travel and traffic
| Destination | Approx. travel note |
|---|---|
| Village at Westlake | About 10 minutes by car |
| Downtown Austin / Sixth Street | About 10 miles; allow ~20–30 minutes by car depending on traffic |
| Austin-Bergstrom International Airport | About 18 miles / roughly 30 minutes by car |
