The Salty Donut — Restaurant in Austin

Embark on a gastronomic adventure to The Salty, an extraordinary donut shop nestled in the heart of Austin, that dares to challenge the very essence of French patisseries with its innovative approach to the humble donut. Not just your average bakery, The Salty elevates the donut to an art form, offering a symphony of flavors that could easily command a standing ovation in the most prestigious of Parisian cafes.

With each donut priced at a premium of $5, it's tempting to balk at the cost until you realize these aren't mere donuts; they're meticulously crafted pastries that deserve to be savored like the finest of desserts. This realization transforms the experience, making each bite a luxurious indulgence that justifies every penny.

Our journey to The Salty was so spellbinding that we were compelled to return not once, but twice in less than 24 hours. It's a testament not only to the irresistible allure of their creations but also to the culinary excellence that The Salty represents. Each visit unveils a new layer of flavor, a new twist on tradition, and a fresh opportunity to fall in love with their confections all over again.

On the dawn of our second pilgrimage, anticipation filled the air as we ventured forth, eager to discover what morning delights awaited us. This time, our adventure led us to the enchanting realm of their kolaches, a testament to The Salty's culinary versatility and creativity. I chose the jalapeno and sausage kolache, a masterpiece encased in a delicate yeast dough that whispered tales of tradition with every bite. Brushed with an egg wash, it boasted a crispy shell that gracefully surrendered to a slight pull, revealing a soft, airy interior. The dance of the jalapeno's subtle heat with the well-flavored sausage created a harmony of flavors, culminating in what can only be described as the perfect bite.

My husband, ever the culinary adventurer, opted for the Terry's Black Brisket and Queso Kolache, which shared the same exquisite dough and egg wash as my selection. The brisket, smoked to perfection, nestled within the dough, was a revelation in every sense. Its rich, savory flavors melded beautifully with the creamy queso, creating a symphony of taste that was hearty yet not overpowering, leaving us satisfied but not overly full.

The Salty isn't just a donut shop; it's a destination for those seeking to transcend the ordinary and experience the extraordinary. With food that undoubtedly ranks as top tier and well above average, it's an adventure for the taste buds that promises to leave you enchanted, satisfied, and perhaps a little more in love with Austin than you were before. It's a vivid reminder that sometimes, the most memorable journeys are those that take place on a plate, one exquisite donut or kolache at a time.

Note: we went back again to bring a box of churro star, cinnamon, dolce de Leche donuts...

My co-workers and I placed order with The Salty Donut today, and picked it up during lunchtime. I ordered the Brisket Kalachi and the Chirro Dulce de Leche donut. I had issues placing an online order because when I put the Brisket kalachi in my cart, their system kept removing it. So, I called and asked if they were sold out because of the issue I was having with placing my order online. The guy told me they had 7 more Brisket Kalachis, but he needed to go in and update their system to show the correct number and it would take 5 minutes. I asked him if I could just give him my order, since I was speaking with him. He told me no, I had to order online. This was really inconvenient because as I was waiting for him to update the system, people were coming in to order. I felt that I might miss out on trying the Brisket Kalachi, which was advertised to look so delicious. But I waited the 5 minutes and was able to place my order. This is a 1 star review because if I could, I would give them a big fat zero 0, for false advertisement! When I got back to the office and took a bite of the BrisketKalachi, all I tasted was bread. When I looked at the Kalachi I was shocked and upset because the filling, or lack thereof looked like a thin spread of pureed ground beef. It looked nothing like the one advertised on their website. If I had time to take it back to their restaurant, I would have, with the quickness! The Chirro donut was just okay. I do not recommend anyone buy the Brisket Kalachi. Don't waste your money, it's not worth it. To be fair, I won't say that I wouldn't recommend the restaurant because other items on their menu may have been okay. But my experience was very unpleasant. I hope they allow me to post a picture of the empty...

Finally I get to write the review about the Salty……

the Horscotcha donut and various seasonal donuts.

they, uhm dug up out of eggs, flours, perhaps yeast? Whatever makes donut fat and fluffy was the most disgusting objects ever invented and created in our Milky Way Universal….I don’t know about another universals, I’m just lucky enough to survive couple of first bites.

I know the Devil’s real when I had the caramel salt latte let alone the “popular” brown sugar and butter.

Bottom line, I’ve signed contract with him and sold him my soul…..I try out all donuts in the world and if I select the worst one, I’ll stop eating donuts for the rest of my life. (I weight 143…..still)

4.6 reviews statically counted by number of bored, careless about comprehensive of handmade and homemade shares coming out of hearts in loving of giving and share others the point of purpose of the life……was utterly disappointing and the counts, let alone the essentials list of the products;

quality tasting freshness cleaniness has came to a complete failure for this little donut shop.

This is my review critic for the -0.4 reviewers. Now sit down and head down and eat ashamed for making Salty stars 4.6 instead of 5.0 unless Google decides to change their little futuristic version of statistics reviews, 6.0 stars.

Shame on you……

I love you very much, Salty.

My little armor of food critic stands by you with all of power award by the Great God……shall no even anything moves through outer space halt this little donut shop.

Again…..shame...