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Launderette Serves Up New American Fare in a Converted Laundromat

January 26, 2016 by

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
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Dog and Duck Pub: An Old Favorite in a New Location

January 19, 2016 by

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
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Paperboy: Do Breakfast at This Upscale Food Truck

January 13, 2016 by

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
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Dine at Emmer and Rye, a Trendy New American Restaurant in Austin

December 15, 2015 by

Lovers of elevated American fare should immediately head for Emmer and Rye, a new restaurant just three miles from Elan East.

The new restaurant prides itself on using fresh, in-season ingredients that result in a menu that changes daily to accommodate the season.

Guests of the restaurant can choose a more classic dining experience with appetizers and main dishes, or opt for the restaurant’s “dim sum style” serving method. Diners can choose from a menu of small, sharable plates that could include pork belly, seared cauliflower, and vegetable purees that will arrive at the table as soon as the chefs are finished preparing them. The more traditional menu could include pastas, pork chops, wagyu beef short ribs, salads, and smoked snapper toast.

For dessert, don't pass on the dark chocolate and chestnut cookie with a buttermilk orange Ice cream sandwich.

Reservations are suggested for those interested in dining at Emmer and Rye. Will you be dining at this trendy new restaurant?

Emmer and Rye
51 Rainey St.
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 366-5530
www.emmerandrye.com
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Enjoy Elevated Italian Fare at Juniper

December 8, 2015 by

Less than three miles from Elan East is Juniper, a new Italian restaurant that serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday and brunch on Sundays.

Since opening last month, Juniper has been impressing diners with a dinner menu that centers on elevated Italian fare, like pasta served with pig ears and broccoli, pappardelle with ragu, branzino, pork belly, oysters, and stuffed pasta dishes. The brunch menu promises oxtail and rosemary lasagna, stuffed focaccia topped with an egg, cherry granola, and cardamom cream buns.

Cocktails, beer and wine from a full bar round out the menu. Brunch cocktails include classics like a Bloody Mary and a peach-themed take on a mimosa. Around the dinner hour, you can look forward to savoring drinks like the Hot Mission (made with rum, falernum, honey, and prosecco) and the Showtime (made with gin, dry curacao, maraschino, grapefruit, and mint).

Make sure to place a reservation before heading out to this popular spot!

Juniper
2400 E. Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 79702
(512) 220-9421
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Burn Pizza and Bar: Perfectly Charred Pies

November 11, 2015 by

A true Roman pizza sports intentionally blackened edges; just slightly charred because of the extremely thin crust. The pizza dough's three-day round of fermentation, which utilizes only a small amount of yeast, also contributes to the crispy edges. At Burn Pizza and Bar, that's exactly the level of char you can expect to ring any pie you order.

The unique pizzeria debuted just a few weeks ago about two miles from Elan East, bringing a piece of the Old World to modern Austin. Devour slices of the classic margherita pizza with just mozzarella, tomato, and basil, or opt for something more creative, such as the Clive. This pie features ndjua (a type of sausage spread) with fontina and mozzarella cheese, plus a drizzle of truffle oil. There are also other authentic Italian eats on the menu, such as lasagna, penne carbonara, and pappardelle with wild boar sausage. Have you tried Burn's pizza yet?

Burn Pizza and Bar
1802 E. 6th Street
Austin, TX 787802
(512) 609-8174
burnatx.com
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Fukumoto: Eat Your Way Through the Yakitori Menu

October 22, 2015 by

Chefs use every part of the chicken at Fukumoto, and that's part of the reason it's already garnering so much buzz in Austin even though it only opened last month (about two miles away from Elan East). Its yakitori menu encompasses everything from chicken thigh and chicken meatball to chicken gizzard, chicken heart, and chicken wing, not to mention a few non-poultry items. The pork belly is a big hit among diners, but you can opt for bacon-wrapped asparagus, too, if you like your pork crispy.

Yet yakitori is only half of the equation at this new Japanese restaurant. Its chefs also dish out fresh sushi. Order a serving of geoduck and ora King Salmon nigiri, a pairing that brings bright orange and seaweed-wrapped white fish to your plate. Customers recommend the hama toro nigiri, a pretty pink fish that tastes even better with some spicy wasabi on the side.

Fukumoto
514 Medina Street
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 770-6880
fukumotoaustin.com
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Try a New Pizza Topping (Or Three) at 100 Pizzitas

October 7, 2015 by

It doesn’t look like there will be a shortage of places to get pizza in Austin any time soon. When you live in a city where you can get a slice of pizza on almost every corner, finding a truly unique pizzeria can be challenging.

Elan East residents and pizza lovers that are eager to try something new will be happy to know that 100 Pizzitas opened just two miles away about a month ago. 100 Pizzitas puts a tapas spin on serving pizza and gives you a chance to try as many different kinds as you’d like. Its mini pizzas are excellent for sharing with friends, and for experimenting with toppings and styles. 100 Pizzitas also servers beer and wine, so this could be the perfect place to go for an impromptu happy hour or get-together!

100 Pizzitas
900 E. 7th St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 514-1639
www.cienpizzitas.com/
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Craving Comfort Food? Hoover’s Cooking is the Place To Go!

September 23, 2015 by

If there’s one thing the Lone Star State is known for, it’s food. Nobody can do chicken fried steak, mac and cheese, and other classic comfort foods like Texas. If you’ve been on the hunt for some of the best comfort food that Austin has to offer, you’ll be happy to know that one of the best places is just a half-mile from Elan East.

Hoover’s Cooking has deep roots in the Austin area, and plenty of residents and tourists flock here to try these unique take on classic comfort foods. The portions are huge, the staff is friendly, and the prices are more than affordable. If you’re in need of a traditional “family” dinner, you won’t have any trouble finding it at Hoover’s Cooking.

Hoover’s Cooking
2002 Manor Road
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 479-5006
www.hooverscooking.com
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Looking for the Perfect Bloody Mary? It’s at The Hightower!

September 10, 2015 by

Can you call a brunch truly complete if it doesn't involve sipping a Bloody Mary? The folks behind one popular Austin restaurant doesn't think so, so they fashioned their brunch around the almightly beverage.

The Hightower is only about 2.5 miles from Elan East, and it offers Bloody Mary bar, so you have sole control over what goes into your cocktail. Not only that, mimosas are only $1.50 during brunch time. While it's easy to get excited about the drinks here, the food deserves applause, too. A few highlights include peanut butter Brussels sprouts, fried chickpeas, ceviche, smoked redfish spread, s'mores fried pie. Yelpers say the prices at The Hightower are more than reasonable when considering the large portion sizes, and the service is spot-on. Regulars recommend making reservations, especially for brunch — The Hightower tends to be hopping then!

The Hightower
1209 E. 7th St.
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 524-1448
thehightoweraustin.com
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