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Sip Coffee, Listen to Live Jazz at Cactus Café

January 3, 2018 by

An Austin fixture since 1979 and nestled on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin, the Cactus Café is a spot to where everyone is invited to get a drink and take in the live music. In 2010, when the university planned to close the place, local radio station KUT 90.5 took it over so that it could remain open.

During the day, this restaurant/bar resembles a typical coffee shop. People sit and do work or read while sipping their beverage of choice. Along with coffee, the Cactus Café serves shakes during the day and alcoholic beverages in the evening. At night, the place turns into an intimate jazz concert venue.

In addition to jazz music, the Cactus Café hosts speakers knowledgeable on a variety of topics including sports, politics, arts, and popular culture. Since seating is limited, it is recommended that you purchase tickets in advance to ensure that you can get a seat.

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Visit P. Terry’s Burger Stand For All-Natural Fast Food

December 18, 2017 by

With 14 Austin-area locations, P. Terry’s Burger Stand is a go-to restaurant for burgers and milkshakes. The burger shop serves only all-natural food and drinks where the source of the meat, dairy and veggies are known.

The beef used in the black angus burgers is all-natural, hormone-free and preservative-free; the potatoes used for the french fries are made from Idaho potatoes from a family farm; chicken burgers are made with antibiotic-free chicken; veggie burgers are made by the chefs at P. Terry’s Burger Stand; and the lemonade is made only with lemons, water and sugar.

While the restaurant prides itself on its fresh ingredients, the prices are still low. Single burgers cost less than $3 and more complex burgers (chicken burgers, double burgers, veggies burgers) cost less than $4. Combo meals, that come with fries and a soda, cost around $6 to $7.

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Enjoy Vietnamese Fare at Van’s Banh Mi

November 21, 2017 by

Van's Banh Mi stands out in a crowd of unique Austin eateries for a few reasons. For one thing, it dishes out classic Vietnamese sandwiches, not your standard American fare. For another, its chef flame-grills all meats to order so that they're hot and fresh when they land in your sandwich. The kitchen team also bakes its baguettes in-house each morning to make sure that the banh mi is extra fresh.

Come to Van's Banh Mi to try the Vietnamese sandwiches, stuffed with your choice of flame-grilled beef, chicken, or pork and all of the traditional fixings. Van's also offers rice bowls with shrimp, beef, chicken, or pork and eggrolls on the side. So when you're craving something different than your typical sandwich for lunch, check out Van's Banh Mi.

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From Brunch to Happy Hour, June’s All Day Delivers All Week Long

September 7, 2017 by

House-made granola flecked with pine nuts, sesame, pecans, and seasonal fruit over Greek yogurt. Fluffy sourdough pancakes dotted with sour cherries and smothered with butter and maple syrup. A buckwheat crepe filled with crispy strips of bacon, gruyere cheese, and a single sunny-side-up egg. Inventive brunch eats like these are what make June's All Day a no-brainer for weekend brunch.

But June's is no one-trick pony. The eatery also boasts a popular happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. daily. Take advantage of a 50% discount on all food, including snacks like the pickled mushrooms and fried baby eggplant with salsa verde and aioli. Pair your gourmet bites with a cocktail, pint of beer, or glass of wine for $2 off. You can't go wrong with a stiff drink like June's Punch, which contains "many rums," brandy, absinthe, green tea, and an exotic blend of spices. Try all the inventive dishes and drinks at June's All Day.

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Stock Up on Fresh, Local Food at in.gredients

March 21, 2017 by

There are a lot of reasons why in.gredients is such a beloved neighborhood business. The local market is committed to sustainability—hence its zero-waste policy—and local food. With support from other local businesses and the small farmers and vendors who stock it, in.gredients has already made a real impact on your neighborhood.

Bring your own containers to fill up with bulk foods. The huge bulk foods section features everything from whole grains to chocolate-covered pretzels, all sourced from local farms—and many of your options are organic. You can even load up your containers with freshly ground nut butters, canola oil, or apple cider vinegar. If you're looking for a full meal, in.gredients often hosts farm-to-table dinners. There's also live music on the schedule every now and then, so don't miss out. Will you be heading to in.gredients this week?

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Visit Patika, An All-Day Cafe in Austin

March 9, 2017 by

For fresh baked goods, delicious sandwiches, and top-notch coffee, check out Patika, a casual breakfast and lunch spot on South Lamar. Open daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Patika is known for its fresh ingredients and fine coffee. The cafe is most commonly known as a place for breakfast and lunch with all-day menu items like avocado toast, scrambles, granola, sandwiches, and more. For sweets, the menu changes daily, but regular offerings include muffins, scones, and cookies that pair perfectly with the coffee here.

The coffee menu regularly features either a local roaster or coffee from an artisan roaster from a different part of the country, but if you'd rather relax and enjoy an alcoholic beverage here, a curated selection of beer and wine is available for purchase. There is seating throughout the cafe for those who want to enjoy their food and drinks on site. Conveniently, this all-day cafe is located only six miles from Elan East.

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Feast on Authentic Chinese Fare at Wu Chow

March 1, 2017 by

One of Austin’s favorite casual Chinese restaurants is Wu Chow, a popular eatery that is just 10 minutes from Elan East. The menu is full of authentic Chinese fare that is available for delivery, takeout, and dine-in options. Popular items on the menu include the dan dan noodles, Shanghai soup dumplings, the chicken egg rolls, and the pork belly bao. Many locals love this spot for its affordable prices, with most of the items on the menu ringing in at less than $20. Plus, an excellent happy hour is available from 5 to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

In addition to food, cocktails, beer, and wine are available for purchase at the eatery. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday, dinner on Saturdays, and dim sum on Sundays. Grab some friends and make a reservation at this authentic Chinese restaurant one day soon!

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Sip on Something Exotic at Kung Fu Tea

February 15, 2017 by

Strawberry-lemon green tea. Oreo milk tea. Taro slushies. These are just a few of the exotic options that await at Kung Fu Tea, a specialty shop in Austin that's dedicated to Taiwanese bubble tea. Although the team takes some liberties and adds contemporary touches to the teas, they're all inspired by the authentic creations that founders Michael, Allen, and Ray encountered when they actually traveled to Taiwan in 2009.

If it's a classic type of tea that you're craving, order the honey green tea, the KF oolong tea, or the winter melon green tea. For something creamier and more substantial, you can't go wrong with a sweet, decadent milk tea such as the coconut milk tea, the Oreo milk tea, or the almond milk tea. Honey lemonade punch, mango slushies, and even yogurt-infused green tea are also on the menu at Kung Fu Tea, a unique spot in Austin that you should definitely check out.

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Cherry Creek Catfish: Fresh Seafood You’ll Love

January 24, 2017 by

There’s plenty of delicious food to be had in Austin. But if you’re looking for some of that old-school, Texas-style comfort food, there’s absolutely one place you must start with. It’s called Cherry Creek Catfish, and as you would expect by the name, you can get the classically soulful seafood dishes of this state’s cuisine in generous quantities.

This Manchaca Road establishment is well-known for its down-home approach to food. Here you’ll find many comfort food staples, like fried green tomatoes, chicken fried steak, and barbecue ribs. But it's the seafood that really stands out. Check out the blackened catfish, which is dredged in Cajun spices and seared. If you’re in the mood for a po’ boy, Cherry Creek has you covered, with your choice of shrimp, oysters, or catfish. When enjoyed with a side of the crowd-favorite hush puppies, this Texas-style cuisine makes for quite a satisfying meal.

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Savor Brazilian Street Fare at Boteco

January 3, 2017 by

Tucked between Granny's Tacos and Vintage Heart Coffee, Boteco is situated in the heart of one enclave of the local food scene in Austin. Like many of Austin's top eateries, Boteco doesn't have a formal kitchen and dining room but rather operates out of a food truck. This actually allows its chef to be more creative, not restrained by the confines of a classic menu or the costs that come with a more traditional space.

This means you can expect hot, authentic Brazilian fare at Boteco Food Truck. Named for the Brazilian term for a local watering hole, Boteco dishes out street fare that delights Austin diners. Dig into a plate of yuca fries, the Brazilian version of classic French fries, perhaps on the side of the feijoada completa, the "national dish of Brazil." It includes black bean stew teeming with pork, ribs, and sausage as well as rice, collard greens, toasted yuca, Pimenta Biquinho peppers, and an orange slice. Stop by for something truly unique this week!

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