Clark’s Oyster Bar, Austin Remodeling Project, Texas Restaurant Interior, Architecture Photos
Clark’s Oyster Bar in Austin
Restaurant Redevelopment in Texas, USA ? design by Clayton & Little
Nov 12, 2019
Clark’s Oyster Bar
Architecture: Clayton & Little
Location: Austin, Texas, United States of America

Clark’s Oyster Bar is a remodel of a 1940s building that once housed a former restaurant and before that an auto repair shop. On the edge of the historic Clarksville neighborhood and a commercial strip, Clark?s is positioned as Austin?s definitive neighborhood oyster joint. Clayton & Little worked closely with the owner to revitalize this 1,400-square-foot gem from the inside out.

Exterior work included a new insulated roof, accessibility improvements, and a south facing wood deck covered by awnings to create an intimate outdoor dining area. Taking advantage of Austin?s warm climate, the new patio significantly increased the restaurant?s capacity while maintaining the charm and energy appropriate for this small neighborhood restaurant. The restaurant seats a total of 67 customers; about half of the seating is inside while the remaining half is outdoors.
A refreshed open-layout kitchen with all new equipment opens up to the bar and dining area, clustered around a 300-gallon aquarium. Diners have the option of sitting in the bar area open to the working kitchen and oyster bar, at a quieter dining table inside, or outside on the patio.
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