Underdog

Name: Underdog
Address: 1600 S 1st St, Austin, TX, United States, 78704-3047
Telephone: (512) 367-2441
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7

62 Reviews

$50 and over

Contemporary Asian

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2 people

22 Nov 2024

22:30

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for fine wines
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Awarded Austin Monthly New Restaurant of the Year 2023, Underdog is a Korean-inspired wine bar and restaurant in South Austin that serves traditional Korean flavors made with high-quality ingredients and paired with an extensive wine program.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, Wine Bar, Grill
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–22:30 Sat 12:00–22:30
Phone number
(512) 367-2441
Website
http://www.underdog-atx.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
For all off-site catering enquiries, please email events@underdog-atx.com
Private party facilities
For all large group reservations of more than 12 people, please email events@underdog-atx.com
Private party contact
Claudia Lee: (512) 367-2441

Location
1600 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704-3047
Area
Bouldin Creek
Cross Street
S 1st St and Monroe St
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Saturday Wine Tastings
US$40.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Join us each Saturday between 12pm and 3pm for themed wine tastings. Each week we offer 5 wines around a different theme. A great opportunity for budding wine enthusiasts and amateurs alike to expand their knowledge and try something new! See our instagram page to see the weekly themes. A light menu of wine friendly bites is available during this experience.
🥩 $25 Steak Frites Night 🥩
Multiple dates available
Tuesday night is steak night at Underdog! $25 Steak Frites - Charcoal Grilled Wagyu Excellente Hangar Steak, Tempura Fries and Kimchi Butter.

Vegetable TempuraUS$14.00
Seasonal vegetable, lemon aioli
Pork and Shrimp ManduUS$16.00
Aged truffle soy
Egg SouffleUS$14.00
Chive, bonito
Beef TartareUS$24.00
Smoked aioli, cured yolk, Asian pear
Scallion PajeonUS$16.00
Shiitake & scallion Korean pancake, ponzu dipping sauce
Astrea Caviar ServiceUS$150.00

Kimchi

Napa CabbageUS$6.00
LeekUS$6.00
CucumberUS$6.00
Asian PearUS$6.00

House Specials

Fried ChickenUS$36.00
Cooks venture half-bird, shiso ranch, pickles
Crispy Rice BowlUS$28.00
Crispy rice served on a hot skillet with Market vegetables, nori, fried egg, chojang sauce
Kimchi JjigaeUS$24.00
Roasted pork & kimchi stew

Hansik Menu

Minimum two people, for the entire table only. Please understand that we cannot accommodate dietary restrictions or substitutions

Hansik MenuUS$75.00
Egg souffle, scallion pajeon, kimchi, house galbi, pork collar, SSAM accompaniments kimchi jjigae, twisted donuts

Charcoal Grill

Served with specialty condiments

Thick-Cut GalbiUS$44.00
Our signature Legacy Farms thick-cut Galbi (shortrib), cooked over the coals served with chilli egg yolk and Asian pear
Beef TongueUS$26.00
4 oz. Gyulais beef - Legacy Farms, TX
TomahawkUS$195.00
60 oz. Gyulais beef - Legacy Farms, TX
Pork BellyUS$26.00
8 oz. Berkshire pork - Ozark Mountains
Pork CollarUS$28.00
8 oz. Berkshire pork - Ozark Mountains
Housemade Rice CakesUS$12.00
Grilled VegetablesUS$10.00

Sides for the Grill

Ssam PlateUS$9.00
Assorted vegetables for wraps, tomato ssamjang
Banchan PlateUS$11.00
Candied anchovies, soy pickled vegetables
Scallion SaladUS$9.00
Scallion & savoy cabbage salad, sesame dressing
Steamed RiceUS$4.00

Dessert

Twisted DonutsUS$12.00
Seasonal compote, chantilly cream
Vegan Chocolate TartUS$14.00
Gluten-free almond crust, dark chocolate ganache
Matcha TiramisuUS$14.00
Gluten-free lady fingers

What 62 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Austin
Great for fine wines
Austin
Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Underdog in Austin is a hidden gem celebrated for its "great food" and "impeccable service." Known for its elevated Korean-inspired dishes and exceptional wine selections, guests appreciate the "casually elegant atmosphere." Highlights include the steak frites special and standout desserts. "Highly recommend" for both food enthusiasts and casual diners alike.

62 Reviews

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Gerardo
Mexico City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
10/10. Perfect experience all around from foos to service to ambiance.
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James
Central Texas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Unusually underrated. This place is quite the find. We popped in on a Fridau evening before the symphony and enjoyed some of their greatest hits. The pancake was fiercely delicate and a perfect starter for the savory dishes. Our table split the short ribs, the wagyu flank and the fried bird. The last two are MUST ORDER material. Flawless service, considered environment and a serious culinary attitude. Be an Underdog. Get your butt here!!
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Meg
Austin
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 11 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Underdog is a hidden gem that should be way more popular than it is. The food is great (Korean inspired) and the wine/service is impeccable. They are always open to letting you taste some wines before deciding, and the staff are so knowledgeable and kind. You can get parking validated in the garage below, too. Highly recommend! Get the sourdough pancake and the Silvana dessert. So good.
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Neal
Austin
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on 6 October 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
People are amazing. The space and ambiance are ok. The food was good but it didn’t make me want to come back for round two.
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Julie
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Outstanding food. The steak tartare, grilled oyster, and donut were out of this world. The fried chicken and egg soufle were also fantastic! Great wine pairings. Can’t wait to go back!
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Sharon
Chicago
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
I’m giving them 4 stars to not hurt their rating but it should be a one star instead. We go there for my partner’s birthday and upon being seated, the waitress pours us a splash of Prosecco (literally 3 drops and not even a sip) and says this is for your birthday. We just looked at each other in shock and I felt so embarrassed because I was the one who picked this restaurant. It was the tackiest thing anyone had done and we would have preferred if they didn’t give us anything at all rather than three drops of Prosecco. When it came time for them to bring the dessert that we ordered with a candle, they brought it when my partner wasn’t at the table. I told them that he’s at the restroom and they should bring it back when he’s at the table but they didn’t care and just left it on the table because they were too lazy to bring it back. Overall they ruined a very special night for us.
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Shon
San Francisco
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Don’t love the new menu. Definitely not as delicious. But great service as usual. Prob won’t go back unless the menu changes again.
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Crustycrab
Central Texas
88 reviews
vip
4.0
88 reviews
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Interesting good combinations, kimchi factors prominently. But this is not a Korean restaurant. Nice wine selection, mostly European. 2 hours validated parking in garage.
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Emily
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 11 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Underdog is excellent. I have eaten here many times with a variety of people and everyone has always enjoyed everything. Highly recommend!
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Mark
New York City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 7 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Came for the Sedalia's takeover and had an incredible meal. Justin made excellent recommendations for beverage pairings, even going off the beaten path! Thanks for a great birthday dinner!
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FAQs

Underdog does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats.

Underdog is rated 4.7 stars by 62 OpenTable diners.

Underdog does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people

22 Nov 2024

22:30

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1600 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704-3047

Additional information

Cross Street
S 1st St and Monroe St
Area
Bouldin Creek
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri 17:00–22:30 Sat 12:00–22:30
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Contemporary Asian, Wine Bar, Grill
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.underdog-atx.com/
Phone number
(512) 367-2441
Catering
For all off-site catering enquiries, please email events@underdog-atx.com
Private party facilities
For all large group reservations of more than 12 people, please email events@underdog-atx.com
Private party contact
Claudia Lee: (512) 367-2441

Gift card

Send gift cards instantly by email or print to present in person.

Send a gift card

Underdog

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Gift card

Saturday Wine Tastings

🥩 $25 Steak Frites Night 🥩

Specialty Appetizers

Vegetable TempuraUS$14.00

Pork and Shrimp ManduUS$16.00

Egg SouffleUS$14.00

Beef TartareUS$24.00

Scallion PajeonUS$16.00

Astrea Caviar ServiceUS$150.00

Kimchi

Napa CabbageUS$6.00

LeekUS$6.00

CucumberUS$6.00

Asian PearUS$6.00

House Specials

Fried ChickenUS$36.00

Crispy Rice BowlUS$28.00

Kimchi JjigaeUS$24.00

Hansik Menu

Hansik MenuUS$75.00

Charcoal Grill

Thick-Cut GalbiUS$44.00

Beef TongueUS$26.00

TomahawkUS$195.00

Pork BellyUS$26.00

Pork CollarUS$28.00

Housemade Rice CakesUS$12.00

Grilled VegetablesUS$10.00

Sides for the Grill

Ssam PlateUS$9.00

Banchan PlateUS$11.00

Scallion SaladUS$9.00

Steamed RiceUS$4.00

Dessert

Twisted DonutsUS$12.00

Vegan Chocolate TartUS$14.00

Matcha TiramisuUS$14.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Underdog offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Underdog restaurant rated?

Does Underdog offer gift cards?

Is Underdog currently accepting bookings?

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card