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Bay View Restaurant & Bar, Cottonwood Shores, TX

Bay View Restaurant & Bar

4.5
4.5
1421 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Overlooking Horseshoe Bay, the dining experience at Bay View is sure to capture your imagination. Brilliant sunsets and sweeping views of the Texas Hill Country and Lake LBJ paired with adaptable indoor and outdoor spaces and a commitment to exceptional service make the atmosphere truly enjoyable. Our balanced menu, led by Chef William Rivera and his culinary crew, includes creative twists to classic dishes using thoughtfully selected ingredients. Whether you want something to sip while you watch the brilliant sunset, you’re celebrating a special occasion or anything in between, there’s always a comfortable seat here for you with a view. You'll See!


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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 27 times today

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (830) 637-7417
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    William Rivera
  • Catering
    We offer off-site Catering as well as Private Events. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
  • Private party facilities
    Brilliant sunset views, exceptional service, adaptable indoor and outdoor dining areas, private patios and customizable menu options make Bay View the perfect backdrop and venue for any special occasion. We’d be honored to host your group for a private dining event. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
  • Neighbourhood
    Horseshoe Bay
  • Cross Street
    2147 & Cottonwood Drive
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 1,421 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Austin

    Great for scenic views

  • Austin

    Great for scenic views

1,421 Reviews
  1. Howard

    Austin

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great waiter, food and views. They also have good wine tasting events.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I went to dinner with 7 girlfriends and everything was great! Service was wonderful, the drinks were super delicious (I highly recommend their margarita!) and the food was great. Looking forward to going back soon!

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  3. AshleyL

    Houston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved the entire experience! Our server was awesome and had great suggestions. The food was stellar and the mimosas did not disappoint. We spoke with the owners on the way out who seemed genuinely interested in our experience and excited about what’s to come for Bay View. We will definitely be back.

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  4. noname

    Exclusive

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall2food1service2ambience4
    Checked your menu online & saw that the lobster, shrimp & steak was still on your menu which was the reason that we would go to your restaurant. Needless to say, not only was I not able to get my lobster, shrimp & steak platter but the guys wanted your chicken fried steak which was also off the menu. In order to get my lobster platter I would have to order the platter for 2 for $72. Ordered the crispy shrimp appetizer & they weren't crispy. Not happy with your new menu.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Prime rib fabulous!! Needs to be advertised more! Will be back on Thursdays for more!

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  6. Jake

    Austin

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    While lunch may not be the best time to eat at that restaurant, I can still give you a review based on my previous experiences. The food is delicious with a wide variety of options for dinner. The ambiance is cozy and the service is friendly. Overall, it's definitely worth a visit if you plan on making dinner reservations!

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 29, 2023

    Thank you for giving us an opportunity to serve you.

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  7. KatherineS

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall4food5service1ambience3
    The service was not good, it took 15 minutes to find a table for us even though we had reservations. Then they seated us at a table for 8 and we had a reservation for 5. Then it took another 15 minutes to get water and another 15 minutes to get our drinks. The wait staff was nice but VERY slow!

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  8. SuzyN

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    overall3food2service2ambience2
    For the money that we paid the service and food quality were not there. The server was not friendly. Seemed like she did not want to be there. The food was not good. The fish and steak were extremely dry. Last year they had tablecloths on the table made it feel very upscale. This time there were no tablecloths or candles.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 29, 2023

    Hello Ms. Suzy, Thank you for visiting with us and leaving your feedback. I was hoping to speak to you about your experience. You can reach me at the Bay View Restaurant and Bar 830-637-7417. Thank you, Andre Vaezi

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  9. JohnK

    Austin

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2023

    overall5food5service3ambience3
    All of are party loved what we ordered. Quality was good as was taste.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 29, 2023

    Thank you much for choosing Bay View Restaurant and Bar.

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  10. JosephR

    Austin

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    You must order the pimento cheese appetizer.. delish!

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 24, 2023

    Thank you for visiting with us and Happy Holidays.

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  11. Howard

    Austin

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    Great service and view. Highly recommend this restaurant.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 24, 2023

    Thank you and Happy Holidays.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience overall. Amazing sunset views! Server Tammy was fun, knowledgeable, and very experienced! She knew the menu very well and spoke very highly of the chef too. Her comments matched our experience with the delicious food. My two adult sons say it was the best meal we had while staying in the Horseshoe Bay Area.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 24, 2023

    Thank you very much for visiting with us and leaving your comments. Happy Holidays.

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  13. PaigeR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very impressed with our French Water Mr. Paris !! The food was fabulous too.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 24, 2023

    Thank you very much and Happy Holidays.

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  14. JoyF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought some friends for my birthday. Their first visit. They are already planning out next dinner at Bayview. Our waitress had only been there for a few weeks, but she was amazing and surpassed our expectations. Unfortunately, I don't have her name, but I know she was from the upper North East coast. Much Joy!

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 11, 2023

    Thank you for visiting with us and bringing your friends. Your server I believe was Laura and I will let her know about your feed back. We strive to make every one of our guests' visit an enjoyable one by providing great tasting food and beverage and over the top service in an enjoyable setting. We appreciate the kind words and hope to see you back soon with more friends.

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  15. Gerald

    Dallas

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    We dined outside. The ambience was incredible. Chris, the bartender was an excellent waiter. The pork belly special was truly delightful. Our top dining experience of the trip.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 11, 2023

    Thank you for choosing Bay View Restaurant and Bar. We appreciate the great feed back and we hope to see you back soon.

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  16. Crissy

    Austin

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2023

    overall3food2service5ambience5
    Chicken was dry, and the food was just ok. Nothing

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 11, 2023

    Thank you for your feed back and we will share the information provided with our team to make Bay View Restaurant even better.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We visited for a wine dinner. Wine and food were both great! Can’t wait for the next one.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2023

    We appreciate you choosing Bay View and thank you for your comments.

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  18. KayP

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    The wine dinners are always outstanding. Chef Will is creative, the food is delicious and the pairings are always well done.

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2023

    Thank you for choosing Bay View Restaurant and we appreciate the kind words in your review. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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  19. Alex

    San Antonio

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We absolutely loved having dinner at Bay View! The view was amazing and we got there right as the sun was setting. The food was just so awesome. Definitely get the smoked pimento cheese dip. It was INCREDIBLE. I had the Bay View Wedge salad and added salmon. So good. The salmon was cooked to perfection. My husband got the redfish if I remember correctly and he loved it! We just had the best time there. Drinks were perfect, service was perfect, atmosphere was perfect. We'll be back!

    Bay View Restaurant & BarResponded on November 2, 2023

    Thank you kindly for your visit and review. We strive to make sure every guest leaves Bay View highly impressed and come back for more.

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  20. LeeW

    Houston

    12 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall2food2service2ambience4
    Our waitress was nice but inattentive. I had to go try and find her twice. My wife’s medium well steak was rare. We sent it back and it came back medium rare. We gave up on the steak. It was my wife’s birthday and that was acknowledged at the time of booking and again by the hostess on arrival. No offer of a desert despite other tables around us having that birthday celebrations. We have been to Bay View many times, but think long before going back again.

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  21. FrequentdinerColorado2017

    Denver

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great restaurant. Chef is amazing Food and service was great. Love the view!!

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  22. Glynis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Can't beat the view & the food is great too. One time we arrived & wished we'd made reservations. This time we made reservations & were the 1st diners watching the place fill. So, as they say, reservations not required but suggested.

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  23. SteveV

    Salt Lake City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience2
    During our recent visit to the restaurant, we noticed an overwhelming number of flies. They were all over our table and the windows, which made us quite uncomfortable. We requested a table fan which helped alleviate the issue. Unfortunately, this is an ongoing problem that the restaurant has not been able to resolve since our last visit. On a positive note, we had a wonderful waitress who provided excellent service.

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  24. AFOODIE

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 15, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience3
    We had the worst dinner. All the food was cold and we waited. Along time.

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  25. JonathanB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful sunset views on the patio. Food excellent - we had the filet steak, Hawaiian short ribs, and shrimp and grits - all delicious!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Houston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a winner dinner at Bayview! We got stuck in Austin traffic and kept having to move our reservation. The staff was very accommodating. The light was too bright shining down from the trees causing bugs to swarm our table. Our waiter Chris was gracious to find us a table with less direct lighting.

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  27. LeeK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We dined with my brother's gift certificate for my 80th birthday. Somehow, thinking about the weather this year (2023), we picked the perfect evening to dine outside on your beautiful patio overlooking the lake and dam. The temperature was just right, little breeze and no bugs (early October). The Sunset was beautiful. Your wait staff is friendly, efficient and on-time. The food was well prepared and delicious. And I can say the same for your shuttle driver. Thank you for a marvelous dinner date with my wife. Voila!

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was great, server was very knowledgeable and attentive but not overbearing. Food was amazing, beer battered shrimp was delicious. The ribeye was perfectly cooked! Will definitely be back!

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  29. vickieh

    Austin

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Nice evening!! Beautiful view of sunset over Lake LBJ. Cool enough to set outside and enjoy dinner & drinks. Food is always great!

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  30. TexasFoodie

    Austin

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, lovely views, good service. Perfect spot for special dinner or a simple outing with friends.

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  31. ChrisC

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    The appetizer and main course were wonderful. The dessert was just okay. We had the pimento cheese dip, crispy red fish, Brussel sprouts, creme brulee and flourless chocolate torte. Our server started off great but ended up just okay. Everyone was friendly.

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  32. Amyl0452

    Austin

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Bay View is a great restaurant with an incredible view of Lake LBJ. The food is always delicious. The service is sometimes slow due to the crowd and probably lack of enough servers. We waited 20 minutes on drinks and had a reservation. They need to work on not seating too many walk in's when they have reservations, and have more of a wait list so that you are not sitting waiting for service once you get to your table. Otherwise, it's a great experience to dine here.

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  33. SusanJ

    San Antonio

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience5
    I ordered the shrimp and grits and asked that the shrimp be well cooked and they came out undercooked. The waitress and hostess were very gracious and offered to bring another dish. They happily refunded the shrimp and grits to my bill.

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  34. MikeS

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience3
    We were seated in the back of the room even though there were open tables by the windows. The server spent more time helping those people by the window and seemed to ignore us. We waited for our food longer than the people by the windows and my wife got sick that night. Was it the food? Can't say for sure.

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  35. Luv2golf

    Dallas

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Ambiance is the best in HSB. Can be a bit loud at times, but the view is spectacular. 2 bars was genius! The menu had a lot of new items since our last visit.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service2ambience4
    Overall good but corporate type service not so great.

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  37. TessC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Rachel our waitress was one of the best service we have ever have. Very knowledgeable with the Menu , I like it when your waitress/waiter already know what your thinking. Food was amazing. Filet mignon was exactly the medium cook should be. Red Fish was also great but the street corn- dang I sit there all night and have that as also my dessert Perfect lake view with the Sunset. Will be back for sure.

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  38. DoriL

    Denver

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience5
    I ordered the Sashimi Tuna and it was excellent and a beautiful presentation. For dinner I ordered the Trout Meunière. The trout was very good but there was too much oil underneath, on the artichoke hash and was hard to eat.

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  39. Carol

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall2food2service4ambience3
    First seating was in a back room with no view. No option online to state preferences on that. Trout was so salty it wasn’t worth eating. I said it was a birthday and nothing was done. I’ve eaten here many times and am very disappointed.

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  40. BlaireS

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    Had a reservation. Waiting 20 minutes to be seated. Food was cold. Waitress never came by to refill our waters. And would have ordered more drinks but waitress never came to check on us. Sunset was absolutely beautiful. Unfortunate the service was bad, the last 3 times we have been have been much much better.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Bay View Restaurant & Bar is rated 4.5 stars by 1421 OpenTable diners.

Bay View Restaurant & Bar 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 reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Bay View Restaurant & Bar

4401 Cottonwood Dr, Cottonwood Shores, TX 78657-9330

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    2147 & Cottonwood Drive
  • Neighbourhood
    Horseshoe Bay
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking Details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    William Rivera
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (830) 637-7417
  • Catering
    We offer off-site Catering as well as Private Events. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
  • Private party facilities
    Brilliant sunset views, exceptional service, adaptable indoor and outdoor dining areas, private patios and customizable menu options make Bay View the perfect backdrop and venue for any special occasion. We’d be honored to host your group for a private dining event. For more information, please contact us at 830-637-7417.
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