Local Eats , Signature Cocktails & Live MusicEnjoy Shared Plates & Casual Classics

For an authentic Texas dining experience, stop by The Water Trough, located at Lone Star Court in Austin, Texas. With a Texas hill country-inspired style and a friendly staff, our restaurant embodies the spirit of the Lone Star State. Enjoy shared plates and mouth-watering menu items like our brisket tacos or signature burger. Whether you’re a local or just passing through Austin, our restaurant in North Austin at the Domain is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy live music, lawn games, great food, craft cocktails, and a relaxed atmosphere.

The Water Trough is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
For your travel plans, please view our hours of operation.

Chicken Fried Steak with a loaded baked potato and tomato gravy

Listen & EnjoyLive Music in Austin

LIVE MUSIC

Live bands and daily Happy Hour every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Enjoy great food, live music, and lawn games in our spacious outdoor courtyard. We feature some of the best local and up-and-coming bands and musicians, from country to rock, blues to jazz; there's a little something for everyone at the Water Trough.

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Gather AroundA Welcoming Spot For All

CHEERS

If you're looking for a fun night out, our lively atmosphere and signature cocktails are sure to please! And our happy hour from 4–6 p.m. makes for the perfect early start to your evening.

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Pet Friendly Patios& Yappy Hour

PET FRIENDLY

Bring your pets and enjoy multiple events on our pet friendly patios. Stay tuned for more information about the next event at The Water Trough!

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FOOD TRUCKS AT LONE STAR COURT

FOOD TRUCKS

Make your way to the Lone Star Court Food Truck Court at the Domain, where we take street food to the next level with That Burger, Dosa Labs and Panitas.

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OUR MENUS

Breakfast

Breakfast Menu

Texas Breakfast Tacos (2)

Flour or Corn tortillas, egg, cheese with your choice of bacon, sausage or potatoes with a side off salsa

$12

Vegan Tacos (2)

Corn tortilla, soy protein, hashbrowns with a side of salsa

$12

Country Oatmeal (GF-DF-V)

Steel-cut oats, oat milk, brown sugar, cinnamon pecan crumble, & berries

$11

Biscuits N' Gravy

Two Buttermilk biscuits, smoked brisket gravy, and two eggs your way

$16

Yogurt Parfait (Veg)

Vanilla yogurt, granola, strawberries and blueberries

$11

LSC Breakfast

Two eggs your way, hash browns, choice of bacon or sausage with toast or biscuit

$15

Cowboy Platter

Two eggs your way, hash browns, choice of bacon or sausage with waffle or pancake

$17

Pancake Roll

Giant pancake roll with yogurt, strawberries and blueberries

$14

Bacon (2)

Eggs (2)

Potatoes

Hash browns

Pancake (1)

Pancake (2)

Cereal

Add Cheese

Sausage (2)

Vegan Patty

Fruit

Waffle

Biscuit (2)

Texas Toast (2)

Cup of Yogurt

Tacos

Egg, cheese, bacon or sausage: $6
Brisket Taco - brisket, egg, cheese: $8

Protein Shake

Seasonal Fruit Cup

Yogurt Parfait Cup

Orange Juice

*GF*-Gluten friendly (We do not have a certified Gluten Free kitchen. The potential of cross-contamination has been reduced but not eliminated by not using Gluten in these products). *Veg* Vegetarian Items. / *V* Vegan Items ****

Ask your server about menu items that are cooked to order or served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Lunch & Dinner

Lunch Menu

Fresh Chips, chicharron's & Salsa

House made, ancho rub seasoning, with Guajillo and Tomatillo salsa

Add Queso - $3

$10

Beer Battered Onion Rings

IPA batter dipped onion rings with mango habanero ketchup

$10

LSC Wing's

Tossed in Franks Red Hot with roasted green chili ranch or bleu cheese

$15

Pulled Chicken Sliders

Three Hawaiian rolls, roasted chicken, apple slaw and pickled red onions

$15

Quesadillas

Roasted chicken, cheese blend, chipotle aioli drizzle, avocado fan and sour cream with Guajillo salsa

$12

Loaded Home Fries

Home fries topped with queso, brisket, green onions, chipotle aioli and green chili ranch

$13

Side Options

Home Fries

Onion Rings

Apple Slaw

Caesar Salad

House Salad

Chips & Chicharrons

Pear Caprese (Veg)

Burrata, pear, basil, cherry tomato, balsamic glaze, crostini

Add - Chicken $6 / Salmon $12

SM $7 / LG $14

Texas Caesar (Veg)

Romaine, croutons, parmesan with chipotle caesar dressing

Add - Chicken $6 / Salmon $12

SM $7 / LG $14

House Salad (Veg)

Arugula, green apples, butternut squash, bleu cheese crumbles with apple cider vinaigrette

Add - Chicken $6 / Salmon $12

SM $7 / LG $14

LSC Burger

1/2lb patty, aged cheddar, roasted serrano aioli, lettuce, tomatoes, pickled red onion with home fries

$17

Vegan Burger

Jack fruit, lettuce, tomatoes, onion, vegan mayonnaise with home fries

$14

Smoked Brisket Reuben

Marble rye, brisket, Russian dressing, sauerkraut, provolone with home fries

$15

Brisket Tacos

Flour tortillas, brisket, bbq sauce, apple slaw, pickled red onions, serrano aioli with chips and chicharrons

$16

Vegan Tacos

Corn tortillas, jackfruit, bbq sauce, green apple slaw, pickled red onions with chips

$10

Roadside 1/2 Chicken (GF)

Roasted chicken, Tomatillo salsa, pickled red onions with home fries and side salad

$21

Country Fried Steak

Fried steak cutlet, country gravy with home fries and side salad

$18

Ancho Honey Glazed Salmon (GF)

Salmon, ancho glaze, serrano aioli with home fries and apple slaw

$28

Big Kids Mac & Cheese

Pasta, queso, brisket, sliced serrano, pickled red onion, cilantro, chipotle aioli

$16

Ask your server about menu items that are cooked to order or served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Late Night

Chicken Wrap

Spinach tortilla with lettuce, tomato, and chipotle mayo served with the Miss Vicky’s chips.

$16

House Salad

Arugula, green apples, butternut squash, bleu cheese crumbles with apple cider vinaigrette

Add - Chicken $6

$10

Caesar Salad

Romaine, croutons, parmesan with chipotle Caesar dressing

Add - Chicken: $6

$12

Fresh Chips, Chicharron's & Salsa

House made, ancho rub seasoning, with Guajillo and Tomatillo salsa

$10

Ask your server about menu items that are cooked to order or served raw. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.

Wine

Drinks Menu

Vista Point Cabernet

Z. Alexander Red Blend

$9/$36

A-Z Pinot Noir

$12/$42

Coppola Cabernet

$13/$46

Daou Cabernet

$18/$64

Catena Malbec

$18/$64

Duckhorn Merlot

$72

CRU 29 Cabernet

$29/$100

Diora Rose

$10/$36

Benaccetto Prosecco

$9/$36

Michelle Brut

$10/$40

Campo Viejo Rose

$12/$42

Vista Point Chardonnay

Twin Islands Sauvignon Blanc

$9/$36

Decoy Chardonnay

$10/$36

A-Z Pinot Gris

$12/$42

Beer

Drinks Menu

HI Sign Violet Blonde

Celis White

Circle Envy Amber

Seasonal Drafts

Lone Star

512 IPA

Lone Star

Blue Norther Blackberry Seltzer

Austin BeerWorks Pearlsnap

Austin BeerWorks FireEagle IPA

Austin BeerWorks Peacemaker

Karbach Love Street Blonde

Shiner

Karbach Light Circus IPA

Austin Eastcider Original

Austin Eastcider Blood Orange

Coors Light

Bud Light

Miller Lite

Yuengling Lager

Blue Moon

Dos Equis

Modelo

Michelob Ultra

Cocktails

Drinks Menu

Chill Cowboy

Dripping Springs Vodka, Hibiscus Liqueur, Mint, Peach Puree, Richards Rainwater

$12

Lone Star Margarita

Astral Silver Tequila, Cointreau, Lime Juice, Agave Nectar

+ Fresh Fruit or Flavor $1.50

+Spicy $2.00

$12

Rosemary Sidecar

Fresh Lemon, Demerara, Remy Martin Cognac, Rosemary

$12

Blackberry Mule

Dripping Springs Vodka, Lime Juice, Fresh Blackberries, Fever Tree Ginger Beer

$12

Basil Lemon Drop Martini

Fresh lemon, Basil, Absolute Vodka, Triple Sec

$12

Honey Lavender Lemonade

Empress 1908 Gin, Honey Lemonade, Violet Lavender Liqueur

$12

Spring Berry Tini

Deep Eddy Vodka, Fresh Lemon, Freshberries

$12

Hill Country Cooler

Deep Eddy Grapefruit Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Lime Juice

$10

White Cod

White Cranberry Juice, Vodka, Fresh Muddled Cranberries, Elderflower, Sugar Rim

$12

Mint Chocolate Martini

Godiva Chocolate Liqueur, Mint Liqueur, Rum, Cream

$14

Berry Couture

Titos Vodka, Elderflower Liqueur, Hibiscus Liqueur, Fresh Berries, Richards Rainwater

$12

Texas Manhattan

Red Handed Bourbon, Sweet Vermouth, Angostura Bitters, Demerara

$14

Orange Fashioned

Redemption Rye, Angostura Bitters, Orange Bitters, Luxardo Cherry, Ignited Orange Peel

$14

Whisky Sour

Bulleit Bourbon, Egg White, Bitters, Lemon Juice, Demerara

$16

$2 substitution charge. Please inform your server of any allergies.

*GF*-Gluten friendly (We do not have a certified Gluten Free kitchen, the potential of cross contamination has been reduced but not eliminated by not using Gluten in these products) ** Vegetarian Items. / * Vegan Items ****Ask your server about menu items that are cooked to order or served raw.

Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions.

Relax and Unwind

If you're looking for a spot to celebrate or gather with friends, our restaurant at the Domain offers a lively atmosphere and menu of handcrafted cocktails, beer, and wine. Unwind and start the evening early with our Happy Hour from 4—6 p.m. Whether you're celebrating a birthday, an anniversary, a promotion, or just want to catch up with friends, The Water Trough at Lone Star Court Hotel has got you covered. Grab a seat at the bar or make your way out into our courtyard and take in all The Water Trough offers.