5 Restaurants in Round Rock, Austin TX for Great Desserts
Updated 24 September 2026 · 9 restaurants in Round Rock, Austin TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide lists five restaurants in Round Rock, Austin TX, selected for their great dessert offerings and high ratings. The list includes Cuban, seafood, Italian, Southwestern, and chicken spots that reviewers praise for quality food and service. We chose these venues based on Google listings tagged as having great desserts and their customer ratings. This resource helps locals and visitors find reliable dining options for lunch, dinner, or late-night treats in the Round Rock area.
#1
Q Bola Cuban Restaurant - Round Rock
★ 4.8 (2,101 Google reviews)Cuban restaurant$20–70 per person
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Q Bola Cuban Restaurant offers a warm, inviting atmosphere with live music and dancing on Saturday nights. Reviewers praise the authentic taste of dishes like picadillo a la habanera and the attentive service. The venue features outdoor seating with fans, a great selection of beers, cocktails, and wines. Open daily from 11 am to 2 am on weekends, it serves comfort food suitable for solo diners or groups. The location is wheelchair accessible with ample parking.
Best for: Authentic Cuban food and late-night music
- Address
- 351 W Palm Valley Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78664, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–2 am; Mon 11 am–10 pm; Sat 11 am–2 am; Sun 11 am–10 pm; Thu 11 am–10 pm; Tue 11 am–10 pm; Wed 11 am–10 pm
#2
Salt Traders Coastal Cooking
★ 4.6 (4,879 Google reviews)Seafood restaurant$20–30 per person
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Salt Traders Coastal Cooking serves raw seafood, clam chowder, and shrimp lobster rolls in a versatile space with distinct seating areas. Regulars recommend the raw oysters and shrimp cocktail, noting the food is fabulous despite potential wait times. Happy hour offers better deals on drinks and food. The restaurant provides kerbside pickup, delivery, and takeaway options. It is open daily from 11 am to 9 pm or 10 pm, accommodating both loud bar conversations and low-key dinners.
Best for: Central Texas seafood and happy hour deals
- Address
- 2850 N Interstate Hwy 35, Round Rock, TX 78681, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 11 am–10 pm; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#3
Sortino's Italian Kitchen
★ 4.6 (2,013 Google reviews)Italian restaurant$20–30 per person
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Located inside Kalahari Resort, Sortino's Italian Kitchen caters to families with kid-friendly meals and a variety of options including pizza by the slice, salads, and sandwiches. Reviewers highlight the chicken parmigiana for its generous size and unique vodka sauce. The kitchen serves full-size pieces and small plates for dinner. The venue offers outdoor seating, takeaway, and dine-in services. Operating hours are daily from 5 pm to 10 pm, making it a convenient spot after a day at the water park.
Best for: Family dining at Kalahari Resort
- Address
- 3001 Kalahari Blvd, Round Rock, TX 78665, United States
- Hours
- daily 5–10 pm
#4
Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill Round Rock
★ 4.6 (699 Google reviews)Southwestern restaurant (US)$10–20 per person
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Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill serves Southwestern dishes with a focus on local specialties. Reviewers rave about the blackened fish enchiladas with homemade tortillas and the chicken and waffles with gravy. The menu includes lunch specials and comfort food. The atmosphere is described as clean and great for groups. It offers delivery, takeaway, and dine-in options with wheelchair accessibility. Hours run from 10 am or 11 am until 9 pm or 10 pm daily.
Best for: Southwestern specialties like chicken and waffles
- Address
- 2980 Joe Dimaggio Blvd Ste 150, Round Rock, TX 78665, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–10 pm; Mon 11 am–9 pm; Sat 10 am–10 pm; Sun 10 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#5
Tumble 22 - Texas Chicken Joint
★ 4.5 (2,562 Google reviews)Chicken restaurant$10–20 per person
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Tumble 22 - Texas Chicken Joint is a go-to spot for fried chicken, with reviewers noting the meat is juicy and perfectly fried. The Southern sandwich with avocado is a popular choice, often paired with refreshing coleslaw. Staff are described as friendly and helpful, even for late-night visits with kids. The location offers outdoor seating, delivery, and takeaway. It is open daily from 11 am to 10 pm, serving comfort food and quick bites with a selection of beers and cocktails.
Best for: Juicy fried chicken and fresh sides
- Address
- 2111 N Interstate Hwy 35, Round Rock, TX 78664, United States
- Hours
- daily 11 am–10 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 9 restaurants in Round Rock, Austin TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then listed on Google as “Great dessert”, then by rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 24 September 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Q Bola Cuban Restaurant - Round Rock, Salt Traders Coastal Cooking, Sortino's Italian Kitchen, Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill Round Rock and Tumble 22 - Texas Chicken Joint take reservations, useful on weekend evenings.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Q Bola Cuban Restaurant - Round Rock ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 2,101 reviews. Salt Traders Coastal Cooking is second at 4.6 from 4,879 reviews.
Which restaurants in Round Rock, Austin TX are open late?
Q Bola Cuban Restaurant - Round Rock stays open until 2 am.
How much does it cost at these restaurants?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Q Bola Cuban Restaurant - Round Rock $20–70; Salt Traders Coastal Cooking $20–30; Sortino's Italian Kitchen $20–30; Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill Round Rock $10–20; Tumble 22 - Texas Chicken Joint $10–20.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Q Bola Cuban Restaurant - Round Rock, Salt Traders Coastal Cooking, Sortino's Italian Kitchen, Blue Corn Harvest Bar & Grill Round Rock and Tumble 22 - Texas Chicken Joint.
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