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Elan East is lucky enough to be in the middle of the action for South by Southwest (or SXSW), an annual festival that celebrates up-and-coming technology, music, and films. The festival returns from Mar. 11 to Mar. 20 to various locations throughout Austin. Festival highlights include a speech from Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank, a presentation by J. J. Abrams, live music by BØRNS, a screening of Miles Ahead (the new Miles Davis biopic starring Don Cheadle), and more. Additional events include meet-ups, discussions with like-minded creatives, parties, and more.
In addition to events and shows, some of Austin’s favorite food trucks and mobile food vendors from across the country will set up shop at the Southbites Trailer Park. Vendors will be peddling everything from lobster rolls and barbecue to ice cream and fresh juice. Admission to SXSW ranges in price depending on which ticket package you select. Tickets start at $495.
South by Southwest
Mar. 11 to Mar. 20
Austin, TX
www.sxsw.com/
A show with comedy, music, and magic that’s been a vital and vibrant part of Austin nightlife for over 35 years, Esther’s Follies is a must-see for its fun, irreverent take on current events. A bit like a live version of SNL, the cast of Esther’s Follies perform ever-changing routines based on the headlines of the day. The cast blends political humor with local jokes into skits and musical numbers. There’s even a magician seamlessly incorporated into the fun.
To give fair warning: audience participation is huge here—they will not only pull audience members into the scenes, but they'll even pull people off the street! The venue is intimate but still has plenty of seating, which is great for a show like this. The space is Esther Williams-themed and filled with kooky items, like a mermaid fountain and a fish tank made from a television. Esther’s Follies is about 10 minutes from Elan East.
Esther's Follies
525 East 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 320-0553
www.esthersfollies.com
www.yelp.com/biz/esthers-follies-austin-2
Are you looking for a new restaurant to add to your must-try list? You’re in luck. Revival Public House opened its doors in late December, serving Southern fare only two miles from Elan East.
The dinner menu is full of classic dishes like shrimp and grits, a barbecue pork sandwich, buttermilk biscuits (served warm, of course!), and crispy pickle chips, to name just a few of your options. The brunch menu also packs a Southern punch with plates like Nashville hot chicken served with Texas toast, a burger topped with pimento cheese, cheddar grits, and smoked sausage. In addition to Southern-inspired eats, the restaurant also brings the flavor with more inventive dishes like green chile chicken enchiladas, kimchi Frito pie, and bacon-wrapped dates.
If all of the food makes you thirsty, Revival Public House serves up a variety of Texas brews, as well as domestic and imported beer, wine, and specialty cocktails.
Revival Public House
340 E. 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 469-0000
revivalph.com
www.yelp.com/biz/revival-public-house-austin
If you're looking for something different to do this Valentine's Day, consider taking in a classic flick with your significant other at Blue Starlite drive-in, only about 10 minutes from Elan East. Starting Friday, Feb. 12, the drive-in theater will screen cult hits and romantic favorites all weekend long.
On Friday, kick off your weekend with a triple feature. It starts with the classic Casablanca at 6:45 p.m., a tale of love in war-torn Morocco. At 9:45, Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams take the screen for that famous kiss in the rain, a pivotal scene in The Notebook. And if you're willing to stick around even later, Harold and Maude begins around midnight. You can come by on Saturday instead to watch The Princess Bride (at 6:45 p.m. and midnight) and Breakfast at Tiffany's (at 9:45). Or wait until V-Day actually rolls around to watch The Princess Bride, When Harry Met Sally, and Moulin Rouge.
Valentine's Weekend at Blue Starlite
Feb. 12 to 14
1901 E. 51st Street
Austin, TX 78723
(512) 850-6127
www.austinchronicle.com/calendar/valentines-events/
www.bluestarlitedrivein.com
Utilizing science to create a delicious treat, Spun Ice Cream’s take on dessert is a fun, inventive, and one-of-a-kind experience for the young and young at heart. A new spot about two miles away from Elan East, Spun Ice Cream takes locally-sourced cream, milk, and other ingredients, and "spins" them into ice cream using liquid nitrogen to freeze it extremely quickly. The liquid nitrogen produces smaller ice crystals than traditionally frozen ice cream, which makes the flavor even better.
Each scoop is made to-order, and there is a rotating selection of gourmet toppings like peanut brittle, caramel popcorn sprinkles, and pickled jalapeno glass. There are dairy-free and gluten-free options for everything, too. Spun has an enjoyable, vintage soda shop feel, with a small seating area if you care to dine in. There’s even a typewriter you can use to write a review! A must-visit for a sweet treat.
Spun Ice Cream
1912 E. 7th Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 524-1768
spunicecream.com/index.html
www.yelp.com/biz/spun-ice-cream-austin
Those craving a delicious meal in a retro-inspired space should look no further than the Launderette, which is only three miles from Elan East. Located in a converted laundromat, the restaurant is open for lunch or brunch and dinner daily with an assortment of plates that call on new American influences for inspiration.
Flavors of the past shine through on the menu, too, with plates like potato chips served with pimento cheese, an assortment of curated toasts, chicken thighs, roasted cauliflower, and croque monsieur. On the dessert menu, expect everything from Girl Scout cookies and key lime sundaes to the birthday cake ice cream sandwich.
Launderette serves up a mean happy hour from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. All cocktails, beer, and wine are half-priced during happy hour. Cheers!
Launderette
2115 Holly Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 382-1599
launderetteaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/launderette-austin
Having opened in November about two miles away from Elan East, Dog and Duck Pub serves traditional British pub fare alongside a wide variety of brews. Dog and Duck Pub initially opened in 1990 and has a string of “Best in Austin” awards to its name, but it recently relocated to this new spot. The pub’s updated menu offers delicious dishes like fish and chips, bangers and mash, and burgers and salads, as well as bar food staples like French fries and onion rings. There are 33 beers on tap daily, ensuring that you’ll find one you like.
As the name suggests, Dog and Duck Pub is dog-friendly, so bring your pup along and you’ll be seated on the sun-soaked side patio. There’s plenty of seating inside this cozy spot, too. Dog and Duck Pub has parking behind the building, and there’s also street parking available. The warm and welcoming atmosphere makes it a great addition to the neighborhood.
Dog and Duck Pub
2400 Webberville Road
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 479-0598
dogandduckpub.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-dog-and-duck-pub-austin-3
A new area restaurant earning raves from visitors isn't actually a restaurant at all. Paperboy is a food trailer that serves breakfast with locally sourced ingredients. Located about two miles from Elan East in the East 11th Street neighborhood, Paperboy showcases the best of Austin’s gourmet food truck scene.
Breakfast sandwiches like the B.E.C. with bacon, a fried egg, and spicy pimento cheese, combine favorite tastes with bold new flavors. A must-try here is the hash, a mash-up of roasted sweet potatoes, peppers, onions, poached egg, bacon, and Chile-coffee mayo. Paperboy also offers coffee from Tweed Coffee Roasters.
The prices are reasonable, with large portions and nothing that costs more than $10. The outdoor patio seating makes it a causal but scenic spot, filled with dog walkers, strollers, and joggers. Each table gets a free newspaper to peruse while dining. Great for a quick breakfast or lunch, Paperboy is fast becoming a must-visit.
Paperboy
1203 E. 11 Street
Austin, TX 78702
www.paperboyaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/paperboy-austin
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