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Mars Restaurant & Bar

1610 San Antonio St, Austin, TX 78701 Get directions Cross Streets: Between W 16th St and W 17th St Neighborhood: Downtown Austin, TX
30.279364 -97.743787
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About:Spicy food from a variety of origins makes dining in this place a taste-tempting treat. Try the Tea-Smoked Duck, which is finished in a clay oven, or for something more traditional, the Tandoori Chicken. The buzz about Mars would not be complete, however, without a mention of the Rice Paper Fish which is the catch of the day cooked in rice paper with whatever combination of herbs, spices and vegetables that strikes the mood of the chef. The results are typically fantastic. If you feel adventurous, try the spicy Thai-style noodles.
Hours:Mo to Tu from 11:00am to 10:00pm,We to Th from 11:00am to 10:30pm,Fr to Sa from 11:00am to 11:00pm,Su from 11:00am to 10:00pm
Categories:Middle Eastern, Caribbean Restaurants, Mediterranean Restaurants, Southeast Asian Restaurants, French Restaurants, Seafood Restaurants, International Restaurants, Restaurants, American Restaurants, Noodle Shops, Chinese Restaurants, Vegetarian Restaurants, Catering Services
Payment:MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express
Cuisine:Caribbean, Asian, Alfresco, Mediterranean, French, Pacific Rim, Middle Eastern & North African, Fish & Seafood, American, Vegetarian
Reservations Policy:Suggested
Price:$14.00
Other Contact Info:Fax: (512) 472-3928
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  1. User Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    by sugarmagnolia1947
    04/10/2008
    Now that Mars has now moved to the hip South Congress, I have to say the food is much better. My first experience was several years ago when it resided on San Antonio St - the only positive was the women's bathroom.
    This past week my husband and I gave the restaurant another chance and couldn't be more pleased. The entree's are perfectly portioned and no need for salt and pepper. In fact, salt and pepper isn't even on the tables. I would reccommend the salmon and the Tandoori Grill.
    Comments (2)
    jereza - 01/28/09
    And there you are again!
    jereza - 01/28/09
    And there you are again! Though I agree on this one
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  2. User Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
    by derrickbonyuet
    10/12/2007
    Worst restaurant I've ever been in Austin, TX. Nice place, I've to admit but dishes are ridiculously small and prices are big. I understand the concept of fusion cuisine: upscale exotic dishes, typically small but Mars abuse of that concept just to make more money. I ordered the lamb which was the most expensive plate in the menu and I believe the waitress didn't even want to look at me when she brought it to the table. Waitresses should alert customers about the size of the dishes especially when those dishes carry a high tab
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  3. User Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    by lisajoy78704
    09/26/2007
    my favorite place to have a bite to eat...mars: i have eaten at mars for years now and i still find it so charming. it defines the city i love with a certain traditional omniance . the best of the best.
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