RIATA BAR AND GRILL

Welcome

Riata Bar and Grill opened for business in May 2005 and is still owned and operated by a proud Texas Ex. We offer an all star menu, ice cold beer, and all the University of Texas charisma you can fit into a relaxed sports bar environment. A few of our perks include:

We're conveniently located off 183 between Duval and Oak Knoll, in the plaza just across from the Riata apartments.

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We're open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. If you're short on time, feel free to order your Riata favorites to go! Our hours of operation are as follows (note, our kitchen normally closes by 10pm):

Our happy hours are weekdays from 4-7pm and weekends from Noon-7pm. Check our calendar for details.

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Have a question or comment? Feel free to call us at 512-336-3838 or drop us an email at info [at] riatabarandgrill [dot] com.

Appetizers

Homemade Chips & Salsa
Chunky tomatoes, diced onions, and cilantro blended with the zest and flavor of Old Mexico.
$2.99
 
Southwest Chicken Eggrolls
Flash-fried to golden brown perfection! Stuffed with plump Chicken breast, Pepper Jack cheese, jalapeños, red peppers, and black beans. Served with your choice of creamy buttermilk ranch dressing or spicy cayenne pepper sauce.
$5.79
 
Grande Nachos Picaco (Javier's Specialty)
Cheddar atop a generous portion of delicately seasoned, charbroiled Beef or Chicken fajita strips, guacamole, borracho beans, homemade salsa, diced onions, jalapeños & sour cream.
$7.99
 
Queso de Casa
Golden velvet cheese, jalapeños & bell peppers, diced garlic cloves, and garden tomatoes.
$4.79
 
Fried Cheese Wedges
Bite-sized wedges of mozzarella, encased in seasoned Italian-style batter. Served with creamy buttermilk ranch dressing.
$5.79
 
Stuffed Bacon & Cheddar Jalapeños
Cheddar and crispy bacon bits stuffed into large jalapeño halves and coated with a crunchy potato breading. Served with creamy buttermilk ranch dressing.
$5.99
 
Potato Skins
Hearty potato skin wedges loaded with Cheddar, Monterey Jack, smoked bacon, and sour cream.
$5.99
 
Sizzlin' Hot Wings
Tender chicken wings rolled in a cajun-style seasoning, or choose THE INFERNO TREATMENT(ask your server for details...and an asbestos bib). Served with creamy buttermilk ranch or bleu cheese dressing.
$5.99
 
Riata Rings
Thin bracelets of sweet Spanish onions coated in a savory beer batter and deep-fried to golden perfection! Served with spicy cayenne pepper sauce.
$5.59
 
Chicken Strips
Five tender strips of fried Chicken breast, served with country-style pepper gravy and seasoned curly fries.
$6.99
 
Basket O' Fries
Add gravy for 59¢.
$3.79
 
Riata Review: Our popular Mega-Sampler from our Appetizers menu
Four (4) sizzling Hot Wings, Two (2) Fried Cheese Wedges, One (1) Southwest Chicken Eggroll, Four (4) Riata Rings, Two (2) Stuffed Bacon & Cheddar Jalapeños. Served with creamy buttermilk ranch dressing or bleu cheese dressing, and marinara.
$11.79

Burgers

(All burgers served with seasoned curly fries, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions on the side. Substitute a Side Salad or Onion Rings for 50¢)

Riata Roundabout (build your own burger)
Begin with a savory 1/3 pound of 100% pure ground beef, generously seasoned with our chef's special blend of herbs and spices. Your choice of either toasted white, whole wheat, or our Signature Jalapeño Cheddar bun. Extra topping selections include your choice of Cheddar, American, Monterey Jack, or Swiss cheese, fresh sautéed mushrooms, sautéed onions, smoked bacon, or jalapeños.
Single $6.00
Double $8.95
 
The Flag Waver
As American as it gets! A 1/3 pound patty of 100% pure ground beef topped with a golden wedge of American cheese and a thick layer of crispy bacon.
$6.95
 
Double Trouble
We've taken a good thing and made it better! Two 1/3 pound patties of 100% pure ground beef topped with double the cheese and a thick layer of crispy bacon.
$8.95
 
Swiss Mushroom Melt
A 1/3 pound patty of 100% pure ground beef topped with a thick layer of melted Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms and onions on a whole wheat bun.
$6.95
 
Some Like It Hot
A 1/3 pound patty of 100% pure ground beef topped with Monterey Jack cheese, blazing hot jalapeño peppers, and crispy bacon on our Signature Jalapeño Cheddar bun.
$6.95

Specialties

Quesadillas
Charbroiled Beef or Chicken fajita strips wrapped with Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, sautéed onions, bell peppers, and jalapeños between two soft flour tortillas. Garnished with shredded lettuce, diced tomato, guacamole, homemade salsa, and a dollop of sour cream.
$6.99
 
Fajitas
Marinated and charbroiled Beef or Chicken fajita strips, served with sautéed onions and bell peppers. Guacamole, homemade salsa, shredded lettuce, jalapenos, Cheddar cheese, and sour cream served on the side.
$7.99
 
The Carb-O-Nator (Atkins Friendly)
Your choice of a savory 1/3 pound of 100% pure ground beef, generously seasoned with our chef's special blend of herbs and spices, or a tasty marinated chicken breast, with your choice of one topping: Cheddar, American, Monterey Jack, or Swiss cheese, fresh sautéed mushrooms, sautéed onions, smoked bacon, or jalapeños. Includes a Side Salad with your choice of dressing. Additional toppings 50¢.
Beef $6.49
Chicken $6.99

Sandwiches

(All sandwiches are served with seasoned curly fries. Substitute a Side Salad or Onion Rings for 50¢)

Traditional Philly Cheese Steak
Sautéed mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers smothering mounds of thin sliced, succulent Beef, topped with Swiss cheese. Substitute Queso de Casa for Swiss for an additional 50¢.
$6.99
 
Chicken Philly Cheese Steak
Sautéed mushrooms, onions, and bell peppers smothering Chicken fajita strips topped with Swiss cheese.
$6.99
 
Monterey Chicken Sandwich
A tender, plump Chicken breast grilled to perfection and topped with Monterey Jack cheese and sautéed mushrooms. Served with our very own honey mustard dressing on your choice of either toasted white, whole wheat or jalapeño cheddar bun.
$6.99
 
The Ragin' Cajun
A cajun fried chicken breast seasoned with our house blend of spices, topped with Cheddar cheese and crispy bacon on our Signature Jalapeño cheddar bun.
$6.99
 
Grilled Turkey Sandwich
Thinly sliced layers of grilled turkey breast topped with crispy bacon and melted Swiss cheese on a toasted hoagie roll.
$6.29
 
The Austinite
Vegetarians rejoice! Our 6oz HeartWise™ veggie-patty derives it's unique flavor from a blend of grains, mushrooms, vegetables, and walnuts on a whole wheat bun.
$5.99

Salads

(Your choice of salad dressing includes Creamy Buttermilk Ranch, Zesty Italian, Caesar, Chunky Bleu Cheese, or Honey Mustard. Additional dressing 29¢)

Fajita Taco Salad
Marinated and charbroiled Beef or Chicken fajita strips over a mix of Romaine and Iceberg lettuce crowned with tortilla chips, Cheddar cheese, diced onion, and fresh tomato. Served with a dollop of guacamole, homemade salsa, and sour cream.
$6.99
 
Fried Chicken Salad
A blend of Romaine and Iceberg lettuce topped with a cajun fried Chicken breast seasoned with our house blend of spices, Monterey Jack, Cheddar cheese, diced onions, and fresh tomato.
$6.99
 
Chicken Caesar Salad
A Romaine and iceberg lettuce mix tossed with tender charbroiled Chicken strips and then sprinkled with fresh parmesan and a light Caesar dressing.
$6.99
 
House Salad
Fresh tomato, diced onions, shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses over a house blend of Romaine and Iceberg lettuce.
$4.29

Please allow a 15% gratuity on parties of 6 or more. Thank you for your patronage!

We're conveniently located off 183 between Duval and Oak Knoll, in the plaza just across from the Riata apartments