Garbo's

My husband and I happened to see Garbo's food trailer parked outside of a strip center in Wells Branch today. Lucky for us, Garbo's has a restaurant that we did not know about! The atmosphere was exactly what we were looking for - a nice, quiet, yet casual restaurant with excellent seafood! Our waitress (who's name escapes us but is listed as lunch server on our receipt) greeted us at the door, gave us the option to either sit in the restaurant or in the bar area. We sat in the restaurant and she took the time to explain the specials of the day to us. We chose to start off with a dozen oysters, 4 each of three types (Firelake, Sunberry, and Blue Point) and our waitress explained each type to us, and they were delicious. I am not an oyster fan like my husband, but I tried them and was pleasantly surprised! The restaurant serves various wines, cocktails, beers, and local beers on tap – I enjoyed Austin's Live Oak Brewing Company's Oaktoberfest, a seasonal beer and it was good. For our lunch meals, my husband ordered the Fish and Chips with vinegar, and tartar sauces, and I ordered the Seared Scallops with pureed butternut squash, crunchy brussel sprouts, and bacon. My husband swears he cannot ever find good fish and chips in Austin, but Garbo's hit it spot on with him! The battered cod was excellent and fried just right as was the chips – no sogginess or over-battering here. I was in heaven with my seared scallops as they were cooked exactly as I prefer them – soft on the inside, lightly seared on the outside, with no gumminess or fishy taste. The blend of flavors of the scallops with the crispy brussel sprouts, sweet butternut puree, and delicate bacon bits was to die for. Heaven, for sure. We were so quiet during our meal because we were enjoying each bite slowly and purposefully. Our waitress tempted us with dessert and it was well worth it and topped off our lunch perfectly. I ordered a pecan pie with chocolate drizzle over the top – perfect! No overwhelmingly sweet and the right proportion of sweetness, pecans, chocolate, a couple of dollops of homemade whipped cream and a light crust. Not at all surprised that Garbo's pastry chef used to work for New York's Magnolia Bakery. We were very pleased to find Garbo's restaurant and finally get to experience their well-known food around Austin... and not have to run after their trailer! We were equally impressed to visit with Heidi Garbo, owner and operator, too. We cannot wait to come back – probably next weekend! :)

Went to Garbos for the first time. I ordered a salad 🥗 which contained strawberries, apple shrimp kale, feta cheese, pecans. The salad was absolutely delicious and fresh. The interior of the restaurant is absolutely beautifully designed. The atmosphere is calming and a great place to eat. They have an outside patio where there is an area for kids to play connect 4. At the end of the meal you can order ice cream on a sheet of paper with a pencil. The ice cream was delicious as well

We were craving oysters for a long time and decided to have them at Garbo's which was relatively near from where we were at the moment. It is a nice place with plenty of tables to sit, either inside or outside. About the food, the lobster sandwich and the fried shirmps we ok. What took the show were the oysters which were REALLY GOOD! If you go there, the oysters are a must to have. In my opinion it is a little bit pricey but it is also a good option to try some seafood and more importantly, the OYSTERS!!

Both the Maine and Connecticut lobster rolls are incredible. The French fries are a good side but I cannot get enough of the jalapeño slaw. The lobster mozzarella sticks are TO DIE FOR! Come hungry so you can enjoy a cocktail and then some ice cream for dessert. Don't walk, RUN.

They offer delightful seafood dishes. We definitely had the best Lobster roll away from Maine. A delicious combination of succulent lobster meat, perfectly toasted buns, and a nice blend of seasonings, making it a must-try for seafood enthusiasts. The restaurant's inviting atmosphere and attentive service further enhances the dining experiences. Loved how they tried to set up the coastal Lobster traps theme for their restaurant design and look. Would definitely visit again.

My wife is from Simsbury Connecticut. The first time I had a real lobster roll was up there visiting her family. This place was amazing! I live 3 1/2 hours away and will be coming back regularly! The lobster and shrimp cheesesticks are to die for! Don’t change a thing!!