Moonshine Grill

Restaurants ·Bars ·Austin ·$$ ·Closed
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About

Moonshine Grill’s original location serves Southern comfort food with Texas flavors in a historic mercantile along Waterloo Greenway, Downtown Austin.

Menu & prices

Why go

  • Restored 19th-century limestone buildings of the Waterloo Compound surround the restaurant.
  • Kinfolk Cocktail Lounge beneath the restaurant serves cocktails from a collection of more than 900 curated rare spirits.
  • Sunday brunch is served at the original Downtown Austin location.

Opening hours

Today09:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 21:00Show all
Monday11:00 – 22:00
Tuesday11:00 – 22:00
Wednesday11:00 – 22:00
Thursday11:00 – 22:00
Friday11:00 – 22:00
Saturday10:00 – 22:00
Sunday09:00 – 14:00, 16:00 – 21:00

Good to know

LunchDinnerBrunchLate NightDog FriendlyFree WifiFull BarHighchairs AvailableLive MusicNon-smoking restaurantsOutdoor SeatingParking Available

Good for

  • Families Highchairs available.
  • Groups Private dining available.
  • Dogs Dogs are welcome.

Booking a table

  • Reserve a table through the restaurant’s website.

Atmosphere

  • Outdoor seating is available.
  • The restaurant offers live music.
  • The restored historic interior remains a gathering place.

Shorts

History

Texas-born restaurateurs Chuck Smith and Larry Perdido founded Moonshine Grill. The original limestone cellar also served as a storm cellar and wine store.

  1. 1880sThe building dates to this decade and first served as a general store and saloon.
  2. ProhibitionIts limestone cellar operated as a hidden speakeasy.
  3. 2003Moonshine Grill opened in the former general store and domino parlor.

How to get there

  • ParkingMoonshine Grill is at 303 Red River Street. Parking is available, including street and valet parking.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access

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Where
303 Red River St, TX, Austin

Plan from here: Date night →

Questions and answers

What are Moonshine Grill’s opening hours?

Monday–Friday 11:00–22:00; Saturday 10:00–22:00; Sunday 09:00–14:00 and 16:00–21:00.

Where can I see the Moonshine Grill menu?

See the restaurant’s online menus.

Does Moonshine Grill have parking?

Yes. Street and valet parking are available.

Is Wi-Fi available at Moonshine Grill?

Yes, free Wi-Fi is available.

Can I pay by card at Moonshine Grill?

Yes. Credit cards and digital payments are accepted.

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