Austin Restaurant Guide

Clay Pit Contemporary Indian Cuisine is a nationally acclaimed, high-energy, contemporary Indian restaurant and bar with a warm and inviting ambiance, and a dedication to service and exceeding our guests' expectations every time they visit us. We offer fresh, innovative Indian cuisine at moderate prices, along with an extensive selection of wines, house drinks, and draft and bottled beers. At Clay Pit, we have the best traditional Indian dishes, such as Chicken Tikka Masala & Saag Paneer, alongside unique menu items like our Curried Mussels appetizer featuring fresh mussels simmered in a garlic & red wine curry sauce; signature entrees such as the Khuroos-E-Tursh - a stuffed Chicken Breast in a Cashew-Almond Cream Sauce; and sumptuous desserts including our Chai Spice Creme Brulee & Mango Cheesecake, which has been featured in Bon Appetit magazine. Our menu also offers a wide selection of grilled items cooked in a clay pit oven called the Tandoor; as well as exquisite curry dishes featuring meats, seafood and vegetables simmered in savory sauces that are spiced to order. This culinary art is showcased in a sophisticated setting with a casual elegance and upbeat energy. Clay Pit's distinctive architecture and design features a stylish decor with subtle Indian touches. The concrete bar is stained in rich earth colors with Indian spices, red wine & coffee grounds. World music, Jazz & classical Indian music fill the space, perfectly complementing the tasteful ambiance. At Clay Pit, we have devoted meticulous attention to our selection of wines, specialty drinks and beers to perfectly complement the food. Our bar features over 100 bottles of wine from around the world; signature house martinis, mixed drinks like our Mango Pina Colada; and a great selection of domestic and imported draft and bottled microbrews. Our happy hour features a great Indian tapas menu and daily food and drink specials.