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Driskill Steakhouse in Austin, TX
604 Brazos St, Austin, TX, 78701
Driskill Steakhouse is a renovation/alteration project at 604 Brazos St, Austin, in Travis County, TX, tracked from its Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) registration. Construction complete (TDLR inspection passed Jun 2026). The project has an estimated value of $2.5M across about 11,870 sq ft.
- Estimated project value
- $2.5M
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- Reported floor area
- 11,870 ft²
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- Estimated cost / ft²
- $211/sqft
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- Scheduled duration
- 4 months
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Project registered · TDLR filing
Registration of the project with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
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The filing records completion of the accessibility review.
Same day as the preceding date shown.
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73 days after the preceding date shown.
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122 days after the preceding date shown.
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View source recordInspection complete · TDLR filing
The filing records completion of the accessibility inspection.
275 days after the preceding date shown.
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📰About Driskill Steakhouse
The renovation of the Driskill Steakhouse at 604 Brazos St in Austin is complete. The project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in June 2026, confirming that the construction phase has concluded. This work involved the renovation of the restaurant and kitchen on the first floor of the hotel, specifically at the ground level near the Seventh Street entrance.
Woodbine Development Corporation is the owner of record for this $2,500,000 project. The scope covers 11,870 sq ft of interior space, resulting in a cost of $211 per square foot. These figures place the project above the Travis County median estimated cost of $299,975 for similar renovation and alteration filings. The median size for comparable projects in the county is 3,800 sq ft, making this a significantly larger undertaking.
Design and Construction Timeline
Clayton Korte served as the design firm of record, while Joseph Husband was the registered accessibility specialist. The project was registered with TDLR in March 2025, and plan review was completed in the same month. Construction began in May 2025, with a scheduled completion date of September 2025. The actual final inspection took place in June 2026, extending the timeline beyond the initial estimate.
The scheduled build window of 122 days was close to the county median of 98 days for this type of work. Woodbine Development Corporation has six other TDLR-registered projects, including multiple other renovations at the Driskill Hotel in Austin. Clayton Korte also designed five other projects, including a $4,152,000 renovation at the Driskill Hotel and a $18,000,000 project in Austin.
City of Austin permit records show at least 25 permits on file at this street address. The 25 most recent permits were issued between March 2025 and July 2026. These include eight mechanical permits, seven electrical permits, five plumbing permits, and five building permits. The declared valuations on these permits total $1,000,000. One recent permit is for the installation of an illuminated wall sign for Driskill Grill.
The project is located in the Sixth Street Historic District within Travis County. The area is part of ZIP code 78701, which has a population of about 11,114 and a median household income of $154,867 according to U.S. Census estimates. The median owner-occupied home value in this ZIP code is $653,600. This renovation is part of a broader pattern of commercial activity in the area, with other registered projects in the vicinity including the West Austin Park and 501 Congress.
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Driskill Steakhouse is a Renovation/Alteration project located at 604 Brazos St, Austin, TX 78701 in Austin, Texas. The project has an estimated value of $2.5M covering 11,870 sq ft. Woodbine Development Corporation is the property owner and Clayton Korte is the design firm of record. The project was registered with TDLR on March 14, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Driskill Steakhouse renovation finished?
Yes, the project passed its final TDLR accessibility inspection in June 2026. The construction phase is complete, and the TDLR status is listed as Inspection Complete.
How much did the renovation cost?
The estimated cost for the Driskill Steakhouse renovation was $2,500,000. This covers 11,870 sq ft of work, equating to $211 per square foot.
Who designed the project?
Clayton Korte was the design firm of record for this renovation. Joseph Husband was the registered accessibility specialist listed on the filing.
When did construction start and end?
Construction started in May 2025. The final TDLR accessibility inspection was passed in June 2026, marking the end of the construction period.
Is the business open?
The TDLR record confirms the construction is complete. It does not provide information about the business's operating status or opening dates.
What is Driskill Steakhouse?
Driskill Steakhouse is a renovation/alteration project at 604 Brazos St in Austin, Texas, registered with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Scope of work: Renovation of restaurant and kitchen at first floor of hotel (ground level at Seventh St. entrance)
Is Driskill Steakhouse open in Austin?
Construction on Driskill Steakhouse is complete — TDLR records show the project passed its required accessibility inspection in Jun 2026. The building is finished and very likely open.
Where is Driskill Steakhouse located?
Driskill Steakhouse is located at 604 Brazos St, Austin, TX, 78701, in Travis County.
Who is the owner or developer of Driskill Steakhouse?
Woodbine Development Corporation is the property owner/developer of record for Driskill Steakhouse, per its TDLR project registration.
Who is the architect or design firm for Driskill Steakhouse?
Clayton Korte is the design firm of record for Driskill Steakhouse, according to its TDLR filing.
How much does Driskill Steakhouse cost and how big is it?
Driskill Steakhouse has an estimated construction value of $2.5M and approximately 11,870 square feet (about $211/sqft), based on its TDLR filing.
Scope of Work
Renovation of restaurant and kitchen at first floor of hotel (ground level at Seventh St. entrance)
Note: This project is registered under the Texas Accessibility Standards (TAS) program. TDLR registration is required for commercial and public facility construction to ensure compliance with accessibility requirements under Texas Government Code Chapter 469.
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604 Brazos St, Austin, TX, 78701
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