Z'Tejas - Avery Ranch

4.5

72 Reviews

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Great for happy hour
Great for creative cocktails
Great for outdoor dining

Z'Tejas is a scratch kitchen that serves elevated Tex-Mex with a southern flair. They have locations in
both Texas and Arizona. Founded in Austin, Texas in 1989, Z'Tejas is known for its bold flavors,
creative cocktails, and warm, inviting atmosphere. The company is dedicated to providing guests with
an exceptional dining experience and is committed to using the freshest ingredients and innovative
techniques to bring the bold flavors of Southwestern cuisine to life.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, American, Southwest
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Phone number
(737) 237-2005
Website
https://averyranch.ztejas.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Danny Ocampo
Private party facilities
Z’Tejas is the guide to party planning hosts and the final frame to any event. With a dedicated event coordinator, buildable menu and amenity packages, and diverse room arrangements, our team is ready to serve in the only way we know how- with southern charm and the Spirit of Z.

Location
14900 Avery Ranch Blvd b100, Austin, TX 78717
Neighborhood
Lago Vista / Jonestown / Cedar Park
Parking details
None
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Salsa Trio
house, cruda, seasonal
Yuca Fries
Sriracha aioli, cotija
Z'Queso
Chipotle adobo, Pico de Gallo
Tejas Trio
Z'Queso, chile pork verde, borracho beans
Shrimp Tostada Bites*
Cilantro pesto shrimp, cilantro agave dressing, guacamole, cotija
Crab Stuffed Mushrooms
Cheese blend, mango soy glaze
Aguachile Shrimp Ceviche*
Avocado mango relish, cilantro pesto, habanero pepper
Catfish Beignets
Achiote jalapeno aioli, cilantro slaw, cotija, tequila pineapple sauce
Quesadilla
Cheese blend, fajita peppers, avocado crema
Nachos
Z' Queso, cheese blend, borracho beans, avocado crema, cotija

Soups & Salads

Z'Salad
Cheese blend, bell pepper, tomato, tajin tortilla strips
Jerk Chicken Salad
Cheese blend, tomato, goat & cotija cheese, sesame ginger dressing
Seared Blackened Ahi Tuna Salad*
Avocado, rainbow carrots, roasted corn relish, soy mango glaze, sesame ginger & cilantro agave dressing
Chef's Soup

Southwest Classics

Served with rice, borracho beans, or mix of both

Classic Fajitas*
Fajita peppers & onions, cheese blend, avocado crema
- Vegetarian$17.00
- Chicken$19.00
- Cilantro Pesto Shrimp$20.00
- Fajita Steak$25.00
- Combination$25.00
Santa Fe Enchiladas
Chicken tinga with red chile sauce or barbacoa beef with green chile sauce
Mushroom Enchiladas
Ancho mole cream, lime sour cream, avocado mango relish
Chicken Tinga Chile Relleno
Cheese blend, pecan, apricot, raisin, green & red sauces, lime sour cream, cotija
Street Tacos
Choice of chicken tinga or barbacoa beef, white onion, cucumber, cilantro, avocado crema
Blackened Catfish Tacos
Cilantro coleslaw, avocado mango relish, tequila pineapple sauce, jalapeño aioli

Specialties

Seared Salmon with Crab Salsa*
Roasted poblano mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach, green chile butter sauce
Spinach Linguine Diablo Pasta
Diablo cream sauce, cotija
Baseball Cut Top Sirloin*
Roasted poblano mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, habanero herb butter

Sandwiches

Z'Burger*
1/3 lb. certified angus beef, pepper jack, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, jalapeno aioli
Chicken Avocado Sandwich
Cilantro pesto chicken, pepper jack, avocado, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Pico de Gallo, jalapeño aioli

Desserts

Ancho Fudge Pie
Fudge ancho sauce, pecan, walnut, whipped cream, cinnamon
Rum Raisin Bread Pudding
Cinnamon, vanilla, whipped cream
Flan de Coco de Leche
Coconut cream, vanilla, dulce de Leche, whipped cream, roasted shredded coconut
Espresso Shot

What 72 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Z'Tejas - Avery Ranch offers a delightful patio experience with "joyful greeting" from staff like Joshua. The "huge outside dining area" is perfect for relaxing. While some experienced delays, the management strives to rectify issues, and the "great jerk chicken salad" and "amazing cheesecake" are standout dishes. A great neighborhood spot!

72 Reviews

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Bill
VIP
Austin
23 reviews
3.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Ambience was impacted by football game noise from sports bar and dining room noise and bustle from large group seating adjacent to our table. Food was very good.
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Andrell
Austin
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect relaxing night to sit outside. Huge outside dinning area, so pretty. Service and our Servicer Cody was excellent. The Jerk Chicken Salad was great. Drinks were great also. Highly recommended. Try the outdoor seating...you will love it.
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Paul
Dallas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Restaurant seemed short staffed. Our server was also the bar tender and he got slammed. Kitchen lost our order and it took almost an hour to get our food once it was all said and done. My daughter ordered soup of the day- Chicken Tortilla. When it finally came they brought out Potato Soup and said they had run out of Chicken Tortilla. Manager did give a generous discount of our meal for the hassle and the server was extremely apologetic. Did what they could to make it right.
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Denise
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We haven’t been to Z Tejas in quite a while and this location was a first. From start to finish our waiter Joshua was fantastic! Joyful greeting, helpful recommendations and attentive to our needs without being obnoxious. I was surprised it wasn’t busier as the location is great! We will be back again!
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Terry
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Joshua greeted us on arrival and then was our waiter. Not busy on our 445pm arrival which was nice. Patio seating was delightful under the fans and misters. Food great!
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Tova
VIP
Austin
60 reviews
3.0
60 reviews
Dined on September 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Unfortunately they were backed up so service was not great took 30 min to get two glasses of wine :( :( :( Manager looked frazzled. Waiter apologized. App took 35 min food 45 min. Disappointing experience. Food was really good tho ahi tuna salad.
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Margarita
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to eat, the food is Mexican, but with a good twist.
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Shila
VIP
Austin
58 reviews
4.0
58 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I'm a frequent customer and love the patio and the fact you're dog friendly. Service and food is always great but I do have one recommendation is to increase/change your wine selection. I wish you had a NZ sav blanc as an option and had more Rose/bubbles options. Personally I think the wine options aren't enough; however, that won't stop me from visiting. It's a great neighborhood spot.
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Dennis
Austin
23 reviews
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Cheesecake was amazing so I ordered a 2nd to take home. Happy hour menu Tacos are a bit small! C’mon Z… step it up. Add a 3rd taco, it won’t kill your profit margin. Outside was pleasant with misters running. Server was excellent.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on June 30, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We used to love Z Tejas. They’re not what they used to be. Food portions were too small. Both alcoholic and non-alcohol drinks were very overpriced.
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Z'Tejas - Avery Ranch is rated 4.5 stars by 72 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

14900 Avery Ranch Blvd b100, Austin, TX 78717

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighborhood
Lago Vista / Jonestown / Cedar Park
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:00 am–11:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Tex-Mex, American, Southwest
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Executive chef
Danny Ocampo
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wine

Website
https://averyranch.ztejas.com/
Phone number
(737) 237-2005
Private party facilities
Z’Tejas is the guide to party planning hosts and the final frame to any event. With a dedicated event coordinator, buildable menu and amenity packages, and diverse room arrangements, our team is ready to serve in the only way we know how- with southern charm and the Spirit of Z.

Z'Tejas - Avery Ranch

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Small Plates

Salsa Trio

Yuca Fries

Z'Queso

Tejas Trio

Shrimp Tostada Bites*

Crab Stuffed Mushrooms

Aguachile Shrimp Ceviche*

Catfish Beignets

Quesadilla

Nachos

Soups & Salads

Z'Salad

Jerk Chicken Salad

Seared Blackened Ahi Tuna Salad*

Chef's Soup

Southwest Classics

Classic Fajitas*

Santa Fe Enchiladas

Mushroom Enchiladas

Chicken Tinga Chile Relleno

Street Tacos

Blackened Catfish Tacos

Specialties

Seared Salmon with Crab Salsa*

Spinach Linguine Diablo Pasta

Baseball Cut Top Sirloin*

Sandwiches

Z'Burger*

Chicken Avocado Sandwich

Desserts

Ancho Fudge Pie

Rum Raisin Bread Pudding

Flan de Coco de Leche

Espresso Shot

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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