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Iguana Grill


2900 RR 620 N.
Austin, 78734
512/266-8439
www.iguanagrillaustin.com
Hours: Daily: 11am-10pm
A medium-priced menu offers most of the standards, but the flautas and sauces really stand out. Fabulous margaritas and a stellar beer selection go well with the killer view.

BEST OF AUSTIN AWARDS

  • 1998: Critics Best Restaurant To Take Out-of-town Visitors To Watch The Sunset

RESTAURANT POLL AWARDS

  • 1996: Critics Best Lakeside Food

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