About The Parlor
The Parlor is a beloved neighborhood salads & bowls spot in Austin, TX, with a no-frills feel and a sunlit dining room with banquettes along one wall. The kitchen leans into salads & bowls done well, milling their own flour in-house each morning.
The signature item to try first is the Mediterranean 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 a steady mix of office workers, students, and curious tourists, especially around the lunch and dinner rushes. The bar pours a tightly curated list of regional craft beers and natural wines. Kids' menu items are available all day for under $7. The dining room is clean, the music is at a reasonable volume, and the wifi works.
For ordering, they offer a small loyalty program — every tenth visit is free. The price-to-quality ratio is what brings most people back a second time. Whether you're new to Austin or a longtime resident hunting for a reliable salads & bowls fix, The Parlor earns a spot in the regular rotation.
Menu highlights
A snapshot of the most-ordered items at The Parlor. Prices and availability change — call ahead to confirm.
Customer reviews
Recent ratings averaged 4.2 out of 5 across 964 reviews.
I work nearby and stop in at least twice a week. The Caesar Wrap hits every time. Service is quick, the space is clean, and they take dietary requests seriously which I appreciate. Easy five stars from me.
Came here on a whim during my lunch break and I'm hooked. The Quinoa Power Bowl 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.
Brought the family on a Saturday and we all walked out happy. Kids loved their food, my partner ordered the Buffalo Chicken Salad and finished every bite. Prices feel fair for the portions. The dining room was a little loud but that's expected on weekends.
Honestly impressed. We tried three different items between the table and the Caesar Wrap stole the show. The staff genuinely seemed to enjoy being there which makes a difference. Cannot recommend enough.
Solid spot. The Caesar Wrap 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
The Parlor is located at 1589 1st Ave 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.