Cosmic Saltillo Austin Dog-Friendly Restaurant
Image Courtesy of Nacho

Cosmic Saltillo

Austin Texas

Cosmic Saltillo is amaze-balls! I felt like I was walking into this jungle filled thunder post apocalyptic patio filled with covered in vines, incredible art, and all the smells a dog like me could imagine. Paws down one of my favorite patios in Austin and thats saying a lot. My folks liked the food and drink too. I’ll get to that below.

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   Nacho Review

This place was an incredible dog-friendly vibe. They had a station for water bowls and even poop bags in case I lost my shit. There were other dogs hanging out too. Always good to see my people. Humans were conversing, and the covered area had people drinking iced coffee and working on their laptops.  

Cosmic Saltillo Austin Dog-Friendly Restaurant
Image Courtesy of Cosmic Saltillo Instagram
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*Images courtesy of Nacho and Cosmic Saltillo Instagram

Mom & Pop’s 2-Cents

They loved the beautiful patio and laid back vibe. The food and cocktails were super delish.

🌮 Food: Mom and Pop LOVED the food. So much they took me back twice in a week. First time they had the Chile Verde Pork Taco and a Chickaroni taco. When we came a second time they had the Deluxe Nachos with Al Pastor. The Verde Pork Taco and the Deluxe Nachos were incredible. The Chickaroni taco was good, but a bit over fried.

🍹 Drinks: They had the Jalisco Sunset and the Cosmic Classic. They were both good, but they like the Jalisco Sunset the most.

Top Recommendations

Cosmic Saltillo in East Austin offers a vibrant menu that blends Tex-Mex flavors with inventive cocktails. Based on recent reviews and menu highlights, here are some of the most recommended dishes and drinks to try:

 

🌮 Top Recommended Dishes

  • Quinceañera Brisket Taco – Shredded brisket topped with vinegar slaw and red table sauce on a corn tortilla; a signature item .

  • Arrachera Steak Taco – Tender grilled steak with guacamole, onion, cilantro, and table salsa; praised for its flavor .

  • Chickaroni Taco – Crispy fried chicken bites with escabeche relish and avocado sauce; a favorite among patrons .

  • Pork Chile Verde Taco – Slow-cooked pork in chile verde sauce with griddled cheese, pickled onions, and salsa; a flavorful choice .

  • Griddled Mushroom Taco – Marinated mushrooms with sweet potato, guacamole, cotija cheese, and pickled red onion; a hearty vegetarian option .

  • Deluxe Nachos – House tortilla chips smothered with queso, avocado crema, escabeche relish, cilantro, and crema; a shareable starter .

  • Queso Fries – Battered fries topped with queso, crema, and avocado sauce; a satisfying side .

🍹 Top Recommended Cocktails & Beverages

  • Frozen Boozy Coffee – A frozen coffee cocktail that’s both refreshing and energizing; a standout on the menu .

  • Coconut Horchata – A housemade horchata with sweet and condensed coconut milk, spiced with cardamom and cinnamon; can be enjoyed as is or spiked with alcohol .

  • Frozen Strawberry Hibiscus Agua Fresca – A vibrant, refreshing drink with a tajín rim; available non-alcoholic or spiked with tequila or vodka .

  • Mucho Más Margarita – A classic frozen margarita topped with frozen strawberry hibiscus, chamoy, and a tajín rim; a flavorful twist on the traditional margarita .

  • Paloma Blanco – Blanco tequila with Mexican Squirt and lime, served with a salt rim; a refreshing citrus cocktail .

  • Jalisco Sunset – Blanco tequila with pineapple fresca and lime, finished with chamoy and a tajín rim; a tropical-inspired drink .

  • Sandía Pepino – A blend of cucumber, watermelon, and lime fresca with vodka or tequila; a light and refreshing option .

Final Thoughts

If you are in Austin, this place is a must-visit restaurant. The food, drink and atmosphere were out of this world!