Update: Mars is now serving live music! Click here for a weekly schedule.

Mars opened in 1992 and its eclectic cuisine has been pleasing Austin diners ever since. For the past nine years Mars has been run by owner Lori Simon, and has raised the bar for fusion cuisine in Austin.

Mars offers a dining experience that draws from many cuisines. Most prevalent on the menu is the food of the Pacific Rim. An Indian tandoor roasts meats at high temperatures as well as slowly smoking items over the course of hours. Influences from Thailand are found in our curries and signature Thai Bouillabaisse. Nods are also given to Japan and China on this eclectic menu. In addition to all of that there are Eastern Mediterranean touches as well. All of this is bound with the tools of a classic education and a willingness to experiment with ancient methods and nothing but fresh ingredients. The collision of these styles is expressed in many dishes such as pot stickers with soy vinaigrette and tandoori flank steak. See our menu for more.

We are proud to have Thomas Reeh back as our executive chef at Mars. He has been cooking in Austin restaurants since 1997, where he started his experience as a chef at Mars. Thomas then went on to work at Wink restaurant, and has recently left his executive chef position at Fino to come back here. Thomas draws from french and asian cuisines. He likes simplicity and clean flavors, and presents plates that are as beautiful to look at as they are to eat.

In addition to an exceptional wine list highly rated by the Austin Chronicle, we also offer a full bar. Our house drinks include the Martian, a raspberry bellini, and the Marstini, a heady concoction of Absolut Citron, Grand Marnier and a lemon twist are perennial favorites. A worldly beer list anchored by Texas micro brews rounds out our extensive beverage menu.

Please join us for lunch or nightly, reservations accepted for parties of 6 or more—please call to inquire. Don't forget our nightly happy hour, Monday-Friday 3-7, Saturday and Sunday 3-6, with drink and appetizer specials.