As many others have mentioned, the food is less than stellar and tends to be rather pricier than what many of their competitors charge around the lake. However, there is one very good reason to go to Carlos' N Charlie's at least once per year: the fireworks around July 4th. The show is never on the Fourth, typically taking place on either the day before or after, but it is well worth the trip. C'nC's orders the same amount of fireworks as the Austin Symphony does for downtown Austin, but they are shot in half the time. The sky is never dark during the show. It's also possible to see the show from the lake on a boat, but the best view is from the deck at C'nC's.
Pros: Fireworks! Very energetic and entertaining show every year during July 4th weekend.
Cons: Almost everything else...
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