Lake Travis restaurants that are open now
A current list of lakefront, lake-view, boat-accessible and post-lake restaurants around Lake Travis. We screened out closed legacy listings and added newer openings like Stumpy's, Wahoo's and Wakesurf Saloon.
Status checked June 2026. Hours still change with weather, events and lake season, so confirm before making a long drive or boating over.
The map
Where to eat around the lake
Blue pins are boat-friendly. Green pins sit on the water. Amber pins are view-first destinations. Gray pins are useful after-lake stops nearby.
- Boat access
- Waterfront
- Lake view
- After-lake stop
The restaurants
15 current Lake Travis picks
Sorted with boat-accessible and waterfront restaurants first, followed by lake-view and nearby after-lake stops.
- OpenBoat accessWaterfrontLake view
Stumpy's on Lake Travis
Sandy Creek / Volente
The newest true on-the-water restaurant on Lake Travis, opened at Sandy Creek Marina in spring 2026 in the former Shack 512 space. Expect Stumpy's Granbury-style lake food, a burger bar, tacos, seafood, drinks and live music.
- OpenBoat accessWaterfrontLake view
Beachside Billy's
Volente
The restaurant and bar at Volente Beach Resort, with a hilltop deck, waterpark energy, live music nights and dockside to-go options for boaters.
- OpenBoat accessWaterfrontLake view
Captain Pete's Boathouse
Point Venture
A floating restaurant and bar at Point Venture with a ship store, fuel, boat access and a lake-level patio where kids can feed the dock catfish.
- OpenBoat accessWaterfrontLake view
The Lighthouse on the Lake
Briarcliff
A polished waterfront restaurant above Briarcliff Marina with brunch, live music, family-friendly service and courtesy dock access.
- OpenBoat accessWaterfrontLake view
Sundancer Grill
Lakeway
A year-round lakeside bistro at Sail & Ski Yacht Club with brunch, dinner, happy hour and a courtesy dock plus shuttle for boaters.
- OpenWaterfrontLake view
Canyon Grille at Rough Hollow
Rough Hollow / Lakeway
A public restaurant above Rough Hollow Yacht Club with a resort-style patio, marina views and a quieter Lakeway dinner feel.
- OpenLake view
The Oasis on Lake Travis
Comanche Trail / Four Points
The big sunset institution above Lake Travis, built for deck views, visiting family, margaritas and live music on peak-season evenings.
- OpenLake view
Oasis Texas Brewing Company
Oasis Texas / Four Points
A craft brewery and casual restaurant in the Oasis complex with high bluff views over Lake Travis and a more laid-back feel than the main Oasis restaurant.
- OpenWaterfrontLake view
Emerald Point Bar & Grill
Hudson Bend / Safe Harbor Emerald Point
A large lakeside bar-and-grill/event venue at Safe Harbor Emerald Point, useful for live music and sunset drinks when operating.
- OpenWaterfrontLake view
Hot Dog Wally's Lake Travis
Hudson Bend / Safe Harbor Emerald Point
A seasonal lakefront hot dog and burger stop at Safe Harbor Emerald Point, usually tied to warm-weather weekends, bands and lake events.
- OpenAfter-lake stopLake view
Wahoo's Fish Tacos Lake Travis
Hudson Bend
A 2025 Hudson Bend opening in the former Hudson’s on the Bend space, built for fish tacos, families, live music and post-lake food.
- OpenAfter-lake stopLake view
Wakesurf Saloon
Hudson Bend
A 2025 lake-life saloon next to Wahoo’s with smash burgers, TVs, live music, patios and late-night hours.
- OpenLake viewAfter-lake stop
Steiner Ranch Steakhouse
Steiner Ranch
A reservation-worthy steakhouse with panoramic Lake Travis views, nightly live music and Sunday brunch.
- OpenAfter-lake stop
Lucky Rabbit Live Music Bar & Kitchen
Jonestown
A north-shore roadhouse for live music, cocktails, arcade games and food before or after time around Jones Brothers Park or the Sandy Creek arm.
- OpenAfter-lake stop
Caddie Shack Sports Bar
Point Venture
A casual sports bar at Point Venture Golf Club with live music, darts, pool, trivia, poker and easy access from the north shore.
FAQ
Frequently asked
Which Lake Travis restaurants can you reach by boat?
The most reliable dock-and-dine picks are Captain Pete's, Stumpy's on Lake Travis, Beachside Billy's, The Lighthouse, and Sundancer Grill. Boat access depends on lake level, marina rules and dock availability, so call before you go on busy weekends.
What recently opened around Lake Travis?
Stumpy's on Lake Travis opened at Sandy Creek Marina in spring 2026, replacing the former Shack 512 location. Wahoo's Fish Tacos Lake Travis and Wakesurf Saloon opened in the Hudson Bend area in 2025.
Which old Lake Travis restaurant lists are stale?
Watch for older guides that still list Shack 512, Vincent's on the Lake, or The Gnarly Gar. Shack 512 is no longer operating at Sandy Creek Marina, Vincent's closed in 2022, and The Gnarly Gar is marked permanently closed in current listings.
Where should I go for sunset views?
For classic high-bluff sunset views, pick The Oasis, Oasis Texas Brewing Company, or Steiner Ranch Steakhouse. For lake-level sunset energy, try Captain Pete’s, Stumpy’s, Beachside Billy’s, Sundancer Grill, or The Lighthouse.