Chuy's, Tex-Mex restaurant in Austin, United States.
Chuy's is a Tex-Mex restaurant operating multiple locations across Austin with an extensive menu of Texas and Mexican border dishes. The kitchen prepares food daily from fresh ingredients in a casual dining space decorated with colorful wooden carvings and metal hubcaps.
The restaurant was founded in 1982 by Mike Young and John Zapp in a former barbecue joint on Barton Springs Road with seating for about 60 guests. This modest beginning grew into the multi-location operation that exists today.
The space displays hand-carved wooden fish and Elvis memorabilia throughout, blending local Texas and Mexican traditions in its decor. These elements create a playful environment that reflects the region's character and the owners' personal interests.
Locations open at 11:00 AM from Sunday through Thursday with extended hours on weekends, and online ordering is available for convenience. Parking is typically accessible at each site, though arrival during peak times may require some patience in finding a spot.
The hand-carved wooden fish suspended from ceilings differ at each location and were created specifically for each space. These individual artworks give each location its own character and are a signature element visitors often photograph.
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