About Smoke Room
Smoke Room is a after-work salads & bowls spot in Austin, TX, with a lively feel and a casual order-and-grab layout perfect for to-go orders. The kitchen leans into salads & bowls done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Quinoa Power Bowl, which has earned a loyal following. The rest of the menu rounds it out with options like Harvest Bowl, Caesar Wrap, Buffalo Chicken Salad, plus rotating specials that change with the season. Portions are generous for the price point ($$$), and the kitchen is consistent — orders come out fast even when the place is full.
On a typical day you'll find construction crews, tech workers, and grandparents alike, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours craft sodas, local kombucha on tap, and house-brewed iced tea. There is a thoughtful vegan section that goes well beyond just a salad. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, the takeout window stays open even when the dining room is at capacity. It's the kind of spot you find yourself recommending to friends within an hour of leaving. Whether you're new to Austin or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable salads & bowls fix, Smoke Room earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at Smoke Room. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.4 out of 5 across 262 reviews.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Caesar Wrap was easily the best version I've had this year. Friendly staff, fast service, and they actually got my order right the first time. Will be back next week.
I work nearby and stop in at least twice a week. The Mediterranean Bowl hits every time. Service is quick, the space is clean, and they take dietary requests seriously which I appreciate. Easy five stars from me.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Buffalo Chicken Salad stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Great salads & bowls option for the area. The Harvest Bowl was the highlight, big portion and well-priced. Seating is limited so if you come at peak hours plan on takeout. I'll be back.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Cobb Salad and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Solid spot. The Buffalo Chicken Salad is a standout — bold flavors, well-seasoned, comes out hot. Took off a star only because the wait at the counter was longer than I expected on a weekday. Still, I'd come back without hesitation.
Location & neighborhood
Smoke Room is located at 1673 Cedar Rd in Austin, TX. Street parking is generally available in the surrounding blocks, and most public-transit routes that serve the downtown core stop within a short walk. The neighborhood around the restaurant has steady foot traffic during lunch and dinner, with a mix of office buildings, apartments and other small businesses on the block.