Green Pastures

Green Pastures is an 1895 building designed in Stick style with ornamental wooden details and sits on 23 acres surrounded by wooded grounds. The structure was later converted into a restaurant while retaining its original architectural character and features.

The building dates to 1895 and was officially recognized as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark in 1976 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. These designations acknowledge its importance as a preserved example of the era's residential architecture.

The restaurant opened in 1946 under Mary Faulk Koock's ownership and welcomed diners of all backgrounds years before Austin's official racial policies changed. Visitors today can sense the place's role as a quiet space where social boundaries were crossed over shared meals.

The address is 811 West Live Oak Avenue and parking is available on the grounds. It is best to make advance reservations to secure a table at the restaurant.

The grounds are home to a population of peafowl that roam freely across the property. The building also served as a filming location for the 1988 movie Heartbreak Hotel.

Location: Austin

Architectural style: Stick style

Address: 811 W. Live Oak St.

GPS coordinates: 30.24500,-97.76222

Latest update: December 11, 2025 18:04