The tasty art of sushi is celebrated at Maru. Located right on the corner of Burnet Road and West 47th Street, Maru doesn’t look like much from the outside, but your opinion will change when you come in. Inside, you’ll find a bright modern-casual spot with a nice sushi bar and comfortable seating. Your level of comfort will rise when you meet the friendly wait staff, who will be more than happy to help you with your dining choices. Both the traditional and spicy sushi selections are always made with the freshest seafood and other ingredients (locals like the spicy J-Roll and fresh Tuna Roll). Your order might take a while, but it’s worth it! The kitchen prepared items are also good, especially the Spicy Teriyaki and Udon Bowls. The lunch and dinner specials are tasty deals, and everything is available for takeout.

Maru
4636 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 458-6200
http://www.austinmaru.net/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/maru-austin

Restyle is an upscale consignment store in North Austin featuring designer clothes without the designer price. The store’s favorite brands include, Gucci, Louboutin, and Roberto Cavalli, but many everyday designer brands like Ann Taylor, J. Crew and INC can be found.  Restyle is well organized, according to size and color, to make shopping easy. They also carry specialty items like maternity and plus sizes.  Restyle also has a good selection of handbags, jewelry, and accessories.  Like any resale store, you never really know what awesome “find” you’ll get, but you can be sure items are clean, in great condition, and reasonably priced.

Restyle
7301 Burnet Rd
Ste 105
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 407-8861
www.yelp.com/biz/restyle-austin

Celebrate the grape at Vino Vino, one of Austin’s favorite wine bars. Their selection has been recognized with many awards including the 2012 Austin Chronicle’s Restaurant Poll Award for favorite wine list. Hundreds of bottles are displayed along the walls, and warm woods including exposed beams create a wine-cellar feel. A quaint outdoor patio with a fireplace and strands of soft twinkle lights is perfect for a romantic date. Servers are knowledgeable and are happy to make a bottle recommendation at any price point. The menu offers a variety of small and large plates, including cheese and charcuterie plates. The mussels and fries with white wine and tarragon aioli are a customer favorite, as are the crab gnocchi and Wagyu slider. Vino Vino is one of Hyde Park’s hottest happy hours, and features $2 off any glass of wine and several half-priced appetizers.    

Vino Vino
4119 Guadalupe Street
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 465-9282
www.vinovinoaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/vino-vino-austin