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Moody Center Happy Hour

Attending a show at Moody Center? Start your night with us!

Enjoy a cocktail themed for the show or our signature Stay In The Mood Margarita. Pair your drink with bites like our charcuterie board or butternut squash hummus.

We validate parking, and Moody Center is a 15-minute walk or short pedicab ride away!

3-for-$55

Create your own 3-course dinner menu. Choose your favorite starter, main course, and dessert for $55.

Thanksgiving Lunch

Thursday, November 19, 2026 | 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

A favorite annual event of the University, our Annual Thanksgiving Lunch is the opportunity to enjoy our chefs' favorite Thanksgiving dishes with friends and colleagues.

Reservations highly recommended!

Soup & Salad Buffet: $19.95++
Full Buffet: $22.95++

PREPARED SALADS
Flaked Salmon Salad, Baby Greens, Dijon Basil Dressing AG, AM
Autumn Greens, Craisins, Sweet Potato, Pepitas, Sherry Vinaigrette AG, V+
Citrus Poached Shrimp “Remoulade” AG, AM

SOUPS
Roasted Carrot, Coconut and Ginger Soup AG, V+
Bean Chili with Impossible Sausage AG, V+

HOT ENTRÉES & SIDE DISHES
Roasted Cider Brined Turkey Breast AG, AM / Sage Gravy
Braised Beef Short Rib, Pearl Onion, Roasted Mushroom Demi Glace AG, AM
Ancho Chili Roasted Autumn Squash & Field Peas AG, V+
Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes AG, V / Crispy Fried Cornbread Stuffing
Brussels Sprouts, Balsamic Syrup, Pomegranate Seeds AG, V+
Thyme and Agave Carrots and Parsnips AG, V+

DESSERT
Pumpkin Cheesecake V
Passionfruit White Chocolate Tart V
Chocolate Espresso Bread Pudding V / Vanilla Sauce V

Thanksgiving Brunch

Thursday, November 26, 2026 | 10:30 am - 2:30 pm

Enjoy a decadent buffet with a wide assortment of Thanksgiving favorites like smoked turkey, slow roasted prime rib, green bean casserole, and more!

$95 per adult; $40 per child 6-12 years old, Kids 5 & under eat free

Make your reservation online or please call us at 512-404-3655.

FULL MENU:

Cold Breakfast

  • Strawberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats, graham crumble, mint (V)
  • Seasonal Fruit, grapes, berries, melons, pineapple, figs, tangerine, kiwi (V+, AG)
  • Yogurt Parfait, blueberry compote, granola, blackberry (V, AG)
  • Mango Coconut Chia Pudding (V+, AG)

Hors d’ Oeuvres

  • Confit Watermelon, mango-corn relish, tajin, serrano (V+, AG)
  • Deviled Eggs, bacon jam, paprika, chives (AG, AM)
  • Stuffed Dates, herb cream cheese, aged balsamic (V, AG)

Finger Sandwiches

  • Peach Toast, sourdough, brie, prosciutto, honey, parsley
  • Chicken Salad, Hawaiian roll, grapes (AM)
  • Strawberry Sando, Texas toast, whipped cream (V)

Morning Pastries

  • Croissant
  • Pain au Chocolate
  • Blueberry Muffin
  • Orange Cranberry Muffin

Juice Bar

  • Maple Pumpkin Fall Smoothie (V, AG)
  • Cranberry-Orange Spritzer (V+, AG)
  • Beet-Ginger Apple Juice (V+, AG)

Donuts Bar

Chilled Seafood

  • Poached Gulf Shrimp, Oyster on the Half Shell, Herb-Garlic Clams
  • Capers, Chives, Chilled Eggs, Cocktail Sauce, Mignonette
  • Green Caesar Crab Salad, chives, radish
  • Ceviche Carretillero, red fish, octopus, fried calamari, radish, chipotle aguachile, cilantro
  • Salmon Gravlax, mustard vinaigrette, dill
  • Smoked Trout, sweety drops, parsley

Curated Charcuterie & Cheese Board

  • Prosciutto, Mortadella, Bresaola, Capicola, Chorizo
  • Manchego, Parmesan, Boursin, Cheddar, Provolone
  • Cornichon, Pickled Vegetable, Assorted Dried Fruits, Grain Mustard, Jams
  • Cracker, Lavash, Crostini, Bread Stick

Salads

  • Fig Carpaccio, arugula, burrata, sunflower seed, citrus-hot honey, extra virgin olive oil (V, AG)
  • Tomato Tartare, soft goat cheese, cornichon, shallots, sherry vinaigrette, croutons (V)
  • Autumn Green Salad, grilled fennel, roasted apples, orange-cinnamon vinaigrette (V+, AG)
  • Lacinato Kale Salad, roasted chickpeas, cranberries, golden raisins, olive oil, lemon vinaigrette (V+, AG)

Carving Station

  • Post Oak Smoked Turkey Breast, giblet gravy
  • Slow Roasted Rosemary Garlic Prime Rib, au jus, horseradish cream, warm yeast rolls

Soups

  • Spinach & Potato Soup, grated provolone, aleppo pepper (V, AG)
  • Roasted Squash & Carrot Soup, ginger, parsley (V+, AG)

Entrées & Sides

  • Crispy Porchetta, red chimichurri, creamy parmesan polenta (AG)
  • Roasted Salmon, corn puree, lemon glazed broccolini, guajillo oil (AG)
  • Roots Terrine, sauce vierge, roasted pepitas, parsley (V+, AG)
  • Orange Cranberry Relish (V+, AG)
  • Sage Cornbread Stuffing, fried sage, roasted fresno and poblano relish (V+)
  • Yukon Gold Whipped Potatoes, chives, Boursin cheese (V, AG)
  • Caramelized Brussels Sprouts, Spanish chorizo, Sherry Vinegar (AG, AM)
  • Glazed Sweet Potatoes, feta cheese, raisin, candied seeds (V, AG)
  • Green Bean Casserole, roasted mushroom, sherry bechamel sauce (V)

Hot Breakfast

  • Poached Egg Farmer Nest, crispy hashbrown potato, chopped brisket, cilantro hollandaise
  • Caprese Egg White Quiche, cherry tomato, basil, mozzarella (V)
  • Apple Wood Smoked Bacon (AG)
  • Chicken Sausage (AG)
  • Pumpkin Spiced French Toast, whipped cream, cinnamon sugar (V)

Kids Buffet

  • Chicken Tenders
  • Cheeseburger Sliders
  • Waffle Fries
  • Mac & Cheese
  • Garden Salad
  • Fruit Kebabs
  • Ranch, Ketchup, BBQ, Yellow Mustard

Desserts

  • Chocolate Mocha Cake (V)
  • Pumpkin Cheesecake Bites (AG)
  • Pumpkin Pie, whipped cream (V)
  • Pecan Pie, chocolate whipped cream (V, contains nuts)
  • Key Lime Tart, white chocolate mousse (V)
  • Strawberry Pie, whipped cream (V)
  • Cherry Thumbprint Cookies (V)
  • Mini Honey Vanilla Crème Brulee Tarts (V)
  • Chocolate Chip Cookies (V)
  • Double Chocolate Brownie (V+)
  • Caramel Apple Pie Bread Pudding (V)
  • Vanilla Anglaise Sauce (V, AG)
  • Raspberry Trifle (V+, AG)
  • Vanilla Bean Cupcake (V+, AG)