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Vino Vino: Celebrate The Grape

June 26, 2013 by

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

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Odaku Sushi: Korean and Japanese Cuisine Favorites

June 19, 2013 by

Odaku Sushi in Austin is a quiet spot to enjoy Korean and Japanese food. Their menu has a wide variety of traditional Japanese sushi and sashimi. Their maki specialities are artful and creative such as the dragon dance, which crafts crab, cucumber, eel, avocado and other flavors to resemble a Chinese dragon. Bento boxes – especially the lunch specials – are highly recommended; the portions are generous and include a variety of tastes at a reasonable price. Although sushi is in the name, many come for the Korean menu, which offers many favorites, including juicy BBQ meats like bulgogi and gal bi. They play a fun mix of Asian pop music – so the food isn’t the only thing that will make you smile. The restaurant is a good place if you are looking to take your time savoring the food. 

Odaku Sushi
2501 W Parmer Lane
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 834-9304
www.yelp.com/biz/odaku-sushi-austin-2

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Happy Father’s Day!

June 16, 2013 by

Today we celebrate and show our appreciation for all of the fantastic fathers in our lives and we hope you all have a wonderful and relaxing day!

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The Frisco: Dine in Retro Style in Austin

June 12, 2013 by

The Frisco is everything a diner should be, retro decor, comfort food, and breakfast served all day.  The last surviving restaurant of the historic Night Hawk chain, it has been feeding Austin for 60 years.  The large menu offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner favorites from flakey biscuits to beefy burgers.  Customers love the chicken fried steak, with a good breading ratio and light gravy.  Homemade pies show off in glass cases – don’t skip out on their famous coconut cream pie.  Whether you sit at the counter or in a booth, service is consistent and friendly at The Frisco.  Take a walk around the restaurant and check out the Austin memorabilia that lines the walls.

The Frisco
6801 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 459-6279
www.thefriscoaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-frisco-austin

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Restyle: Designer Style on a Budget

June 4, 2013 by

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

 

 

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Vino Vino: Drink Up

May 28, 2013 by

Vino Vino is a cozy, upscale spot to sample something from their impressive wine stash along with a delectable starter or entrée. The ambiance is relaxed and romantic, with amber lighting and polished wood floors. Whether your taste in wine runs to a bubbly brut cave from Spain, a juicy California pinot noir or a zesty German riesling, you’re sure to find something to satisfy the pickiest palate. The food menu includes small plates like Shrimp in Chili Oil, Mussels & Fries, a Charcuterie Plate, Arugula Beet Salad, and Wagyu Beef Sliders. If you’re hungering for a full entrée, choose from Scallops with creamer peas, Duck Ham with glazed veggies, Flounder with cauliflower & sunchokes, and Wagyu Shortribs with cornbread, among other flavorful items. Open Monday through Saturday for dinner and late-night snacks.

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

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Happy Memorial Day!

May 27, 2013 by

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday as we honor our nation's heroes.

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The Parlor: A Vegan Pizza Lover’s Paradise in Austin

May 22, 2013 by

Meat-lovers and vegans can both agree that The Parlor does pizza right.  This north Austin spot is half pizzeria half bar with a neighborhood dive vibe.  Parlor pizza has fluffy and chewy crust with many specialty pies to choose from – which can all be made vegan.  If one of those doesn’t tempt your taste-buds, you can build your own with plenty of traditional and gourmet toppings to choose from, including house-made vegan meats like mock chicken, pepperoni and sausage.  Try the Gunnar with artichoke hearts, spinach, garlic, and jalapenos.  Their pizza is perfect with beer and if you come before 7 p.m. you’ll get happy hour discounts on pints and pitchers.  A jukebox plays funky tunes and a well-maintained pinball machine make for an entertaining evening.  Although the pizza is on the pricey side, regulars agree its worth the price and reheats well if you have leftovers.  

The Parlor
4301 Guadalupe Street
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 323-0440
www.theparloraustin.wordpress.com/pizza
www.yelp.com/biz/the-parlor-austin-2

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Fusion Fare at Austin’s Roll On Sushi Diner

May 14, 2013 by

Roll On Sushi Diner embraces fusion fare in diner-themed style, right in Austin, Texas. This casual and fun Sushi bar in Allandale has plenty of Austin twists to their specialty rolls. The Cholesta roll is the most popular, with chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes, and green beans rolled up together and served with gravy. Another favorite is the Beefy Texan with beef brisket, wasabi cole slaw, avocado, and spicy bbq mayo. There are plenty of traditional options too – try the sunshine roll – a California roll topped with salmon. For dessert, consider the Tempura fried ice cream. Everything is reasonably priced here with easy by-the-plate-color pricing between $4.50 and $7.50. Roll On continues the fun and affordability during happy hour which features $5 sake bombs and discounted snacks, like the Japanese pork dumplings. It’s a happy and upbeat atmosphere and friendly staff make everyone feel welcome.

Roll On Sushi Diner
5350 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 454-7655
www.rollonsushidiner.com
www.yelp.com/biz/roll-on-sushi-diner-austin

 

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Happy Mother’s Day!

May 12, 2013 by

Wishing all moms a wonderful day filled with much love and happiness!

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