Start Your Day With Hot Coffee and Classic Breakfast Foods at Cafe Java!

Just a hop, skip and jump from Folio is Cafe Java (less than a half-mile away, to be exact), a popular breakfast and brunch spot that specializes in eye-opening cups of coffee and classic breakfasts.

You can start your day with a cup of coffee or tea and breakfast favorites like eggs benedict, omelettes, bacon and eggs, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, french toast, corned beef hash, breakfast tacos, egg sandwiches and much more. The cafe also offers free WiFi to those looking to get some work done while noshing on a great breakfast.

Cafe Java opens at 7 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 8 a.m. on Sunday. The restaurant is open until 9 p.m. on weekdays (brunch for dinner, anyone?) and 3 p.m. on weekends.

Head down the street (seriously just .2 miles!) to Cafe Java for an answer to all of your breakfast dreams.

​Cafe Java
11900 Metric Blvd.
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 339-7677
www.yelp.com/biz/cafe-java-austin-2

Enjoy One of the Best Burgers in the City at Lebowski’s Grill!

Make your way through Highland Lanes (after a bowling game or two, or not) and feast on diner classics and burgers.

Lebowski’s Grill never loses its charm and always continues to provide the people of Austin (and Folio) with delicious meals and specifically, burgers. The menu consists of favorites like crispy chicken sandwiches, bacon cheeseburgers, chili cheese fries, fried shrimp and tater tots, patty melts, jalapeno poppers, pulled pork tacos, chili cheeseburgers and more.

Perhaps, though, the most popular plate on the menu is the Dude Burger, which is a nod to the film The Big Lebowski and Jeff Bridge's character, "The Dude." It's a burger with onions, lettuce, mayo, mustard, and tomato.

And since burgers go so well with beer, the restaurant promises a full bar of beer, cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. Lebowski’s is open daily for lunch and dinner and is a go-to spot for anyone looking for a delicious burger!

Lebowski's Grill
8909 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 419-7166
www.facebook.com/lebowskigrill
www.yelp.com/biz/lebowskis-grill-austin

The Hightower: Fine Austin Dining not far from Folio

The Hightower brings fine dining to East Austin. It's located just a short trip from Folio, and it presents a menu filled with inventive, upscale fare. Visit for dinner and you'll find an array of options ranging from gnocchi with ricotta, butternut square puree, and turnip confit to fried gulf oysters served with pork rind, sriracha aioli, and sunflower sprouts. Each plate is meant to be shared, so diners typically order a few plates for the table to taste while enjoying a glass of wine, a pint of craft beer, or an expertly-made house cocktail.

On the weekends, The Hightower serves brunch from a menu full of dishes like chicken and waffles and ceviche. A daily happy hours offers deals on dishes and drinks, making it a popular time for diners to visit the restaurant.

If you'd like to visit The Hightower, the website recommends making a reservation one the phone or via email. The restaurant's closed on Mondays, but serves lunch and dinner Tuesdays through Fridays and brunch and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Hightower
1209 East 7th Street
Austin, TX 78702
thehightoweraustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-hightower-austin

Classic Comfort Food near Folio at Austin’s Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

Austin's Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill boast a menu of inventive comfort food. On it you'll find sandwiches like the Pimento Cheeseburger, the Backyard Chicken with bacon, avocado, and pepper jack cheese, and the B.A.T. with bacon, arugula, and tomato. Of course, if you're craving something more hearty, Moonshine also has an array of larger platters with options like chicken and waffles, shrimp and grits, meatloaf, catfish, steak, salmon, and ribs.

Can't decide what to order? An all-you-can-eat Sunday brunch starts at 9 a.m. and offers diners the chance to taste a number of different dishes. It starts at 9 a.m. and it's likely best to get there early, as Moonshine doesn't take reservations. As you might guess from the name, Moonshine also serves some creative cocktails, like a take on the Old Fashioned and a Hard Lemonade that pairs lemonade with mint and vodka.

If you'd like to learn more about this Austin eatery, visit the Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill website.

Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill
303 Red River Street
Austin, TX 78701
http://moonshinegrill.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/moonshine-patio-bar-and-grill-austin

Daito: A New Japanese Restaurant near Folio in Austin

Daito's a relatively new addition to Austin's dining scene, having opened just a few months back in a spot not too far from Folio. This Japanese restaurant, however, has already earned a number of positive reviews from both diners and local publications. One of the big draws here is the menu of Udon noodles. They're house-made here, served either cold or hot. Some of the heartiest varieties feature chicken, pork, or shrimp, but you could also try the vegetarian-friendly Cha-Soba-Salad with tomatoes, asparagus, daikon, and carrots.

Sushi's prominent on the menu, too, with rolls featuring salmon, tuna, shrimp, squid, eel, egg, and pickled mackarel to delight those who love sushi. You can also order vegetable or seafood tempura, and Daito's long list of wine and sake includes many great complements to the rest of your meal.

Interested in learning more about this Japanese restaurant in Austin? Check out Daito's website to find out more.

Daito
2716 1/2 Guadalupe Street
Austin, TX 78705
http://www.restaurantdaito.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/daito-austin-2

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