What is there to say, the best indian food I probably ever had. This one is on the top in everything. Keep it up, you are doing it great.

We actually went there for an after hours paranormal investigation experience/tour with ATX hunted tours. Nice place food smelled delicious but they were closing and did not get to try anything.

This is one of the most delicious meals I have ever had!! I can truly only say positive things about the Clay Pitt. The staff were amazingly kind and fun! Answered all our questions and made us feel incredibly welcomed. The interior is clean, well decorated, and an overall very comfortable place to be! Plenty of seating for groups of all sizes! And my god, the food and second to none! Every single dish, from apps to main dishes, to sides, not a single thing we ate was less than spectacular!

We recently hosted a wedding reception dinner in Clay Pit’s Bertram’s Hall for 55 people. Shay was fabulous - responsive and super-helpful throughout the planning phase. Additionally, he was hands-on and incredibly supportive on the evening of the dinner - even providing a last minute special meal for a guest who had dietary restrictions following recent surgery. The Hall was recently refurbished (painted, etc.) and looked great. The food, of course, was fabulous. The cost for renting the Hall was reasonable. I am happy to highly recommend Clay Pit!

Walked past this place a few times and the smells wafting out got me hooked! I ordered the Tikka Masala with paneer and cheesy garlic naan. The tikka masala was great but the naan was out of this world! Portion was huge, I left with a full stomach and still left a lot of food on the plate! I sat in the bar area which was cozy and had a nice vibe. The bartenders were super friendly, and the food came out quickly. I would love to go back next time I'm in Austin and try something a little more adventuresome from the menu.

Amazing Food, great service! Some of the best Indian food we have ever had, and we have had it around the world. We would not have known about this hidden gem unless we took the haunted Austin tour in a hearse, so fun (also highly recommend!) where this restaurant allows the tour to pop in and see the amazing building and hear the history there. The FOOD was on point and so perfect! We are total foodies and eat out around the country and world. From the start with the Marsala lamb bites (love that they have a Marsala taster option with any meat choice) to the moist chicken pakora light, crispy, and flavorful, to the crispy cauliflower with hummus as appetizers. The main course was chicken rice biryani and butter chicken! 3 stars was perfect for some definite heat if you like that but we could taste all the complex flavors too, it was so perfect. Nothing was greasy, all the meat was so high quality and tender. One of the at meals we have had in a whirl where everything made our mouths water. Thank you for a wonderful experience while visiting Austin, we will definitely be back next time we are in town!🎊

Clay Pit absolutely exceeded expectations from start to finish. Every dish we ordered was packed with flavor and beautifully prepared. The appetizers set the tone immediately — fresh, well-seasoned, and the perfect balance of spice. Each entrée was just as impressive, rich in flavor and clearly made with care. You can tell there’s real attention to detail in the kitchen. And the gulab jamun for dessert? Incredible. Warm, perfectly sweet, and the ideal way to end the meal. It truly tied everything together. The service matched the food — attentive without being overbearing, consistently checking in, and quick turnaround times between courses. The entire experience felt smooth, welcoming, and well-coordinated. Clay Pit delivered on every level. Highly recommend.

Chelsea Burns

10/10 would recommend, amazing iced vanilla lattes, great build you're own breakfast burritos. Alot of amazing art on the walls. Great music.

Sue Ellison

I wandered into Arturo’s Underground Café on a whim and was pleasantly surprised. Their Croque Monsieur was rich and buttery, with a perfect crisp on the outside, and the Mushroom & Gruyère quiche was creamy and satisfying. Their house salad with shaved veggies and tangy vinaigrette was a refreshing balance. The space has an artsy, cozy underground vibe — low ceilings, warm light, eclectic decor — which makes it feel like a hidden gem. The barista and servers were friendly and patient (I asked too many questions), and the coffee was strong and nicely brewed. I’ll be back to try their French onion soup and see what dessert specials they’ve got.

Keith Kasper

I had brunch here based on the ratings and they did not disappoint. It was busy, but I was greeted instantly. I sat inside "underground." Zachary, the server was very busy, but acknowledged me right as I sat and said he would be with me in a moment. And he was. I ordered the Diablo which is Grilled Jalapeno cheese bread with melted Jack, bacon, two over easy eggs, chipotle hollandaise sauce, pico and home fries. It was delicious. A perfect blend of flavors. I paired it with an iced coffee. It was a wonderful brunch. The perfect size where I felt satisfied but not full. The service was excellent with a great meal to match. I'll be back.

H.K. Martin

The is a small cafe with excellent food and fantastic service. A very minor error was made in our order and the staff went far above and beyond to fix the problem. We ordered a sandwich and added an ingredient. When I told them our added ingredient was missing I would have been happy for them to just throw it on the plate with the sandwich. They made an entirely new sandwich to the correct specifications and refunded the entire meal not just the sandwich. We were floored as we had done nothing to deserve that kind of kindness from the universe or anyone at Arturo's, this was just how they treated us off the street. I will definitely be back because of the food and the incredible people that work there. Highly recommend the grilled cheese with avocado and bacon! The chicken, bacon, and jalapeno ranch Quesadilla was existential. The young man with the purple beard is a gem and full of great recommendations and asks all the right questions to help you get the perfect thing on their menu. The vibes: it's cute and reminds me of the cafe from the Extremely Goofy Movie.

Marieli Lopez de Arriaga

A mini Gem!!! Loved finding this place- feels like being transported to Amsterdam all of a sudden. Food was ok, nothing special but the vibe was all worth it. Coming back many many more times mayeb I’ll try different foods and find their best ones!

Martha L.

Very good sandwich. Friendly service, different but interesting place. Affordable, clean and the very attractive people working there. The only downside is the waiting time. You have to wait outside because space is very limited. We parked in the parking garage and walked a block to get there.

Pete H

This was a great stop for brunch on a Sunday morning. Wasn’t sure I would be able to get in but the staff was great about finding a comfortable and enjoyable place for a solo visitor on a busy day. Menu was great, I picked a couple that sounded great and the server steered me at the Alamo Benedict. The food looked amazing and fresh and tasted even better. I will surely be returning next time I am in town.

Andrea Brennan

Husband and I stopped by this charming little restaurant over the weekend. This place was my absolute favorite breakfast spot delicious food and great coffee friendly and attentive staff. I got the Migas plate and my husband had the pulled pork eggs Benedict superb!!! Definitely coming back.

Mariana G

Arturo’s is a hole in the wall with an unmistakable Austin charm. Highly recommend coming for brunch and trying their eggs Benedict! I tried the “clasico” which comes with black forest ham, classic hollandaise, and a side of home fried potatoes. It was delicious and very filling. I arrived on Saturday at 12 pm and there was a line of about 10 people, but it moved quickly and I was seated within 20 minutes. Service is quick and friendly. There was plenty of paid street parking on W 17th St in front of the Travis County Civil Court.

JUSTIN BRYSON

Edit: this breakfast and brunch restaurant is also a coffee shop too, with pastries and muffins (I forgot to get a Pic of those), and items like Cappaccino and Lattes too. This place has an amazing atmosphere, and is very retro, with retro music playing. Very good breakfast. I took some pics, but wanted to get pics of the retro diner style comfy seats, that you would see in an old retro diner, but there was a couple sitting at one of the 2 pairs of Seats, so I could not take a Pic of that part. Really cool place though. Oh, and you place your order at the counter, but a staff member brings you your order. We were here on a weekday morning, but I read in a different review that they have 100% table service on the weekends. It was our 1st time here though.

+3

P.M

nicest staff ever, absolutely BANGING food. wish i had tried this place earlier!!!! it’s actually underground and just has the most immaculate vibes ever, choose it over any other breakfast spot on your list!!

William Oakley

Yes please. We just moved here and have been trying different breakfast places. This one is the best. We came on a Sunday. They open at 10 and by 940 there was already a line outside. I was very excited to find breakfast foods that actually had flavor. My wife got the Austin Benedict and I got the migas especial. Both were wonderful. The mimosa had the perfect mix of champagne to juice. Sometimes they lean heavily one way or the other, but this one was a good mix. Keep in mind on the weekdays this place is all self-serve. There is no table service. For weekends, they actually seat you at a table. If you’ve never been here, stop reading this and come eat .

Ryan Thomas

Ladies and gentlemen! This is a breakfast restaurant ! If you want top notch breakfast food this is it. I cannot believe that “Another broken egg” is rated higher than this place. Another example of Austin either not knowing their food or they paid for fake reviews. Everything here was just incredibly tasty. Forgot to take picture of the other dishes bc we were too busy smacking it down. The service was amazing and the setup is just perfect. Fantastic job guys. These ratings don’t show just how great this place is. Absolutely unbelievable. New favorite spot.

Lance Green

If you dig Eggs Benedict you will love this place! So many creative versions to choose from and more classic egg breakfasts as well. The vibe is so relaxed and the people are fantastic. This place is a must if you are in Austin.

+3

Jessica Z.

Coolest hidden gem no frills breakfast spot in downtown Austin. And I mean no frills lol. You order at the counter and get a # to take to your table. Seat yourself, get your own water, coffee, silverware, and condiments. It's nice that you don't have to wait for anything except your food. I enjoyed the Arturo's Scramble... really good 👍 and it came with a side of tortillas to make tacos. Looking forward to trying Arturo's again! Great spot!

+2

Daisy Martinez

Amazing, amazing, amazing !!! Cute little spot downtown. You do have to wait outside but it's so absolutely worth it. Mocha is good and strong. Pictured is the Alamo Benedict. (Veggie Benedict in the background) So so flavorful. Potatoes were cooked to absolute perfection. Big portions! Our server Jay was so nice and attentive. Always came by at the perfect moment. A wonderful experience can't wait to go back.

Haseeb Mohammed

Highly recommend this brunch spot on downtown Austin. It's pretty small so you may have to wait but you also NEED your whole party before you can be seated. They also have mimosas if you need. Food was very tasty and service was great! There's a parking lot next to it but it's kind of expensive so I recommend street parking. They also have speciality coffee as well for my coffee fanatics.

+2

Tim F

If you want a good breakfast we highly recommend. Everything was good! We ordered the Arturo plate, Papas Ranchero taco, The Worx taco and a cowboy cookie to go. Zero complaints. The only thing I didn’t eat was my potatoes and that is because I was full. Would love to come back for lunch. Breakfast was A+.

+2

Josh Hatcher

Been here a few times now and it is excellent every time! We love the Scrambles, the Benedict’s and the Migas. The French toast is great as well. Honestly everything we’ve had here was great. The line outside tends to move quickly. They have underground and some outside seating which has a very cozy vibe. Staff is always friendly and attentive. The perfect go-to breakfast/brunch option in this area.

This is a modern Indian restaurant. It is very convenient to the capital and many downtown hotels. The service was quick and polite. The food was excellent, and there were so many choices to choose from. The bathrooms could use little more cleaning. However, the restraunt was clean and comfortable. If you are looking for a Indian restaurant you have found it.

Rodrigo Lopez

Cozy small hidden breakfast spot a quick walk away from campus. Stopped in during a visit to see the longhorns game. We were not disappointed. You have to wait outside of the door until there's tables available The wait wasn't too bad if you choose to sit inside the tables are down a flight of stairs literally underground service is quick and friendly. We tried some of those scrambles and some of their signature plates and also the French toast which I highly recommend.

+8

The food was good overall and met expectations. A few dishes were quite tasty, though some could be improved with better seasoning and consistency. Portions were fair, and the menu offered a nice variety of options. Service was pleasant and timely. Overall, it’s a decent place for Indian food and worth a visit if you’re in the area, with some room to grow.

I knew i should have trusted what others had told me about this place. I came with my wife and ordered several plates. One of my curries had a melted PLASTIC LID in it. The meats tasted old or maybe they had been sitting there for few days. Manager was nonchalant and wanted to give me a new curry to take home, he didnt get the hint that I didnt trust anything coming out of that kitchen. I refused the take home offer and he brought it anyways. I left it on the table for him to enjoy the microplastics in the curry.