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Savor Indian Fare for Less than $10 at Tarka Indian Kitchen

February 2, 2016 by

There are countless reasons to love Tarka Indian Kitchen. For one thing, its chefs use home-style Indian recipes they learned in their own childhood kitchens. For another, every single Indian dish on the menu costs $10 or less. And then there's the fact that the city of Austin has crowned Tarka Indian Kitchen as a Green Restaurant, meaning it meets a strict set of environmental standards. Regardless of which reason speaks to you, you should really check out the new branch of Tarka that opened two weeks ago only about a mile and a half from Folio.

Its menu contains a careful balance of curries, kabobs, and biryanis, including a spate of vegetarian and vegan dishes, so there's something for everyone at Tarka. Locals like to order the coconut curry with fresh chicken, but you can also opt for lamb, shrimp, veggies, or paneer.

Tarka Indian Kitchen
11501 Rock Rose Avenue
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 719-3311
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Visit Nosh & Bevvy for Gastropub Fare

January 13, 2016 by

This time of year is the ideal time to visit any pub and cozy up with some hot food and a brew, so why not make a trip to Nosh & Bevvy? It's a new British-inspired gastropub that's just a few miles from Folio. Since opening recently, the restaurant has received rave reviews for its expansive beer list and comforting pub food. Previously known as Baby Blues, a well-loved dive bar, Nosh & Bevvy has everything Baby Blues offered and more.

The bar is known for creating some of the city’s best fish and chips, fried pickles, bacon mac and cheese, shepherd's pie, and bangers and mash. A number of Indian-inspired dishes like chicken tikka masala and chicken vindaloo can also be found on the menu.

Nosh & Bevvy plays host to both television and pool tables for those who want something fun to do with friends. Have you been here yet?

Nosh & Bevvy
8440 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 454-8636
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Cajun Pizza Place: A Unique Spot to Take in a Game

January 6, 2016 by

Cajun Pizza Place combines Italian staples with the spiciness of Cajun cuisine, taking your typical pies to the next level. Piled atop its authentic, thin-crust pizzas, expect ingredients that reflect Italian-Cajun fusion, like mushrooms and shrimp. There are a few strictly Cajun entrees, too, such as gumbo, red beans and rice, and fried shrimp po' boys, which also set this place apart from other pizza joints.

Cajun Pizza Place is the home of the North Austin Saints Fan Club, and now that it has a beer and wine license, it’s the perfect spot to take in a game. Since it recently reopened less than 10 minutes from Folio, it's also a convenient one. Take-out is very fast here, and you can still expect the customer service that was famously great at the old restaurant.

Cajun Pizza Place
6001 W. Parmer Lane
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 291-7997
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Slurp Up Something Different for Dinner at Pho Phi

December 22, 2015 by

When Pho Phi debuted a couple of weeks ago, less than two miles from Folio, it only added to the already vibrant culinary scene in Austin. The city is obviously known for keeping things "weird," and its eclectic mix of brick-and-mortar restaurants, food trailers, and food trucks certainly contributes. So Pho Phi fits nicely into the equation.

The Vietnamese restaurant is aptly named, since it serves up piping-hot bowls of pho. This classic soup is heartier than your typical chicken noodle.It's filled with noodles and veggies, plus the meat of your choice. Beef is the traditional protein, featured in many different versions (from tripe to meatballs), but you can also opt for chicken, seafood, or tofu in your pho. Save some room for iced coffee with condensed milk after you've eaten.

Pho Phi
1700 Parmer Lane
Austin, TX 78727
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Enjoy Curries of All Sorts at Mirchi Restaurant

December 15, 2015 by

The flavors of India and Pakistan shine bright at Mirchi Restaurant, a new BYOB two miles from Folio.

Guests of Mirchi Restaurant can look forward to classic South Asian-inspired dishes like kababs, samosas, chicken boti, and chicken tikka. Curries are available as a build-your-own option with rice options like plain rice, fried rice and biryani, and curry options like chicken tikka masala, butter chicken, and shrimp masala. Order your meal a la carte, or get your fill at the lunch buffet.

Mirchi is open daily at 11 a.m. The restaurant is open until 11 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and midnight on Friday and Saturday. Make plans to enjoy delicious eats in a casual space at Mirchi Restaurant.

Mirchi Restaurant
1212 W. Parmer Lane
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 284-8298
mirchiaustin.com
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Shake Shack: Burgers, Beer and Sweet Treats

December 10, 2015 by

Thick, creamy milkshakes. Hot, crispy fries. Thick, juicy burgers. These are the key components of every Shake Shack, including the new location opened at the end of August near Folio. Shake Shack may be a nationwide chain, but even mixed in with the indie burger joints and food trailers in Austin, it still stands out.

That's because Shake Shack operates more like a local, independent business than a chain. This second Austin branch sources ingredients from local providers such as Kreuz Market, Kiskadee, Uchiko, and Uchi. So you can feel good about tearing into a ShackBurger, crafted from all-natural Angus beef (that means no hormones or antibiotics) with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and the signature ShackSauce. You can also opt for a vegetarian 'ShroomBurger instead, or a Lockhart Link "burger" featuring Kreuz Market's jalapeno-cheese sausage links. Add fries, a massive milkshake or cup of custard, and a beer for the full Shake Shack experience.

Shake Shack
11228 Domain Drive
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 717-0422
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Black Walnut Cafe: Come for Brunch

November 11, 2015 by

Smoked salmon benedicts. Chicken and waffles with maple syrup. Kolaches stuffed with bacon and cheddar. At Black Walnut Cafe in Austin, these are the types of dishes you can expect for breakfast and lunch—and many others. There are actually a roster of gourmet benedicts, from the traditional to a cordon bleu benedict with Parmesan-crusted chicken, Swiss cheese, and ham.

Brunch is only part of the equation at Black Walnut Cafe, too. You can also swing by for dinner and cocktails at this Austin eatery, which sits only about two miles away from Folio. Nosh on one of the signature entrees, such as the pot roast made from certified Angus beef and served alongside garlic mashed potatoes. Or bite into a juicy burger, like the recently unveiled three-pepper burger. The three peppers are roasted poblanos, red peppers, and jalapenos, and the result is a spicy sandwich featuring a patty of Angus beef. Dig in!

Black Walnut Cafe
11101 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 873-7800
www.blackwalnutcafe.com/austincommons
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Experience the New Weekend Brunch at Topgolf Austin

October 28, 2015 by

You wouldn't necessarily expect a driving range to have an upscale restaurant in-house, but if you've ever visited Topgolf Austin, then you already know this isn't your average driving range. Each of its bays comes complete with electronic scoreboard (to tally up your points when a golf ball hits a glowing target on the green), a high-topped table, and server. And Topgolf Austin, which is only five minutes from Folio, even does brunch. In fact, it recently debuted a revamped brunch menu that gives new meaning to the phrase "Sunday Funday."

No Sunday (or Saturday) Funday would be complete without a boozy beverage, and Topgolf Austin's new menu contains all of the usual brunch suspects: mimosas, bloody Marys, and spiked coffees. But it also offers inventive morning cocktails such as the Manmosa, a mix of Blue Moon, prosecco, and OJ. To soak up that booze, order something like the caramelized cinnamon French toast (which is infused with coconut rum) or the chicken and waffle sliders with spicy gravy and maple syrup. Yum!

Weekend Brunch at Topgolf Austin
Open to 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays
2700 Esperanza Crossing
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 222-5950
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Rebel Pizza Bar: A Fresh New Take on the Classic Pizzeria

October 21, 2015 by

Given that its neighbor is a mattress store, you might be surprised by how contemporary and trendy Rebel Pizza Bar is on the inside. Artistic graffiti covers the walls and a shiny wood-topped wraparound bar serves as the centerpiece. The eatery even boasts outdoor space in the form of a rooftop patio, a fun addition that includes a bocce ball court in case dinner gets boring.

So although the eatery just opened in September about 10 minutes from Folio, it should come as no surprise that it's already racking up rave reviews from local eaters. And that's not just because of the bocce ball court or the craft beers on tap. They're also gushing about the specialty pizzas, like the Fowl Play. This pie arrives topped with roasted chicken, red onion and green pepper, green olives, feta cheese, basil pesto, and a signature blend of Rebel Herbs. For more pork on your pie, try the Pig and Fig with prosciutto, fig jam, red onion, goat cheese, arugula, and lemon-parmesan. Even Eater Austin declares the creative pies worth a try.

Rebel Pizza Bar
7858 Shoal Creek Boulevard
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 457-5757
rebelpizzabar.com
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Portobello Brazilian Grill: A New Type of Steakhouse in Austin

October 8, 2015 by

Portobello Brazilian Grill bucks the Texas steakhouse tradition in favor of something a little bit different. This Brazilian-style eatery features South American versions of steakhouse fare at its buffet, which is offered from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays and weekends. Although Portobello only opened three months ago a few minutes from Folio, the buffet and standard menu are already drawing a crowd!

Load up on everything from white rice and black beans to fried yucca, lasagna, and collard greens at the weekday buffet, or Shepherd's Pie, beef with onions, and fried polenta on the weekend. You can also opt for a single platter, such as the classic picanha sirloin steak. It comes in 4-, 8-, and 12-ounce cuts with your choice of three sides. During the dinner hours, dig into some beef stroganoff or try the fejoada, a Brazilian style of bean strew with pork, sausage, and other dried meat.

Portobello Brazilian Grill
2113 Wells Branch Parkway
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 436-8174
eatportobello.com
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