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Head to Cedar Door to try the OG Mexican Martini, then get out - Review - Austin
Cedar Door Patio Bar & Grill, located in Downtown Austin at 201 Brazos St Bldg A, Austin, TX 78701, is primarily known as the birthplace of the Mexican Martini. The establishment has a rating of 5.7. The article suggests that while a visit might be worthwhile for the historical significance of the Mexican Martini, there isn't much to entice customers for a return visit.
The ambiance of Cedar Door is characterized by a large and spacious patio, which is conveniently located near the Convention Center and Dirty Sixth, making it a potential starting point for a night out. The interior of the bar maintains an old-school Austin feel, reflecting its survival through decades of neighborhood changes. However, the quality of the food and other drinks is described as merely "just OK." The Mexican Martini, despite being its signature drink, is noted for being a bit too sweet and lacking sufficient olive brine compared to other versions found in Austin. The rest of the cocktail menu offers standard options that are available at most decent bars in the city.
The food selection at Cedar Door falls into the Tex-Mex and pub grub categories, including items such as queso, burgers, and tacos. These dishes are considered adequate but not exceptional enough to warrant a repeat visit. The review details specific food items. The Mexican Martini, while historically significant, is not the reviewer's favorite due to its sweetness and insufficient brine, though it is acknowledged to be potent.
"White Wings," a pub snack consisting of boneless chicken breast wrapped in jalapeño and bacon and coated in buffalo sauce, suffered from soggy bacon and a lukewarm serving temperature, though they were deemed acceptable with enough ranch dressing. The "2nd Street Burger" features supposedly in-house ground beef, but the patty is described as generic and under-seasoned, salvaged only by the bourbon-bacon jam and blue cheese toppings. The fries accompanying the burger, however, are noted as crispy. The standout dish mentioned is the "Chicken Fried Steak," praised for its crispy breading, fluffy mashed potatoes, and excellent bacon-braised collard greens.
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