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Eat and Drink For a Good Cause at O’Joy

February 16, 2016 by

O’Joy is a new kind of juice and frozen yogurt bar. The owners of O’Joy not only promise local and organic ingredients in their food, they spread their goodwill even further by donating a meal to a child in need for every item they sell. The worthy cause is enough on its own to visit O’Joy, and the highly reviewed juices and frozen yogurts don’t hurt, either.

The menu is full of fresh-squeezed juices and smoothies like the Governor Grapefruit (grapefruit juice, raspberry, and orange juice), the Capitol Carrot (carrot, ginger, habanero pepper, apple juice), the Raspberry Love (raspberry, lime juice, and sparkling water), and a classic green smoothie. Froyo flavors range from banana, date and yogurt to banana, cocoa and yogurt.

In addition to juice and frozen yogurt, O’Joy also sells a variety of salads, yogurt bowls, and acai bowls (both come topped with an assortment of fruit, granola and juice), wraps, coffee, and tea.

O’Joy is open from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday for all of your juice needs. Plus, it’s only one and a half miles from Folio, making a stop here an easy one.

O’Joy
11101 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 356-9520
www.ojoygives.com
www.yelp.com/biz/o-joy-organic-juice-and-organic-yogurt-austin

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4th Tap Brewing Co-Op: A Worker-Owned Brewery Nearby

January 26, 2016 by

Touting “peculiar beers on tap,” 4th Tap Brewing Co-Op is the place to go in Austin for unique and experimental brews you certainly can’t find anywhere else. 4th Tap Brewing Co-Op is a first of its kind in Texas because it's both worker-owned and cooperatively governed. And, lucky for you, it's less than two miles from Folio.

The people working here day in and day out, developing the brews, are committed experts. The beers incorporate many ingredients sourced in Texas, including the rosemary in the Sun Eater ale and the tamarind fruit in the Renewal brew. There’s a homebrew system, in addition to the favorites on tap, that allows the brewers are crafting very small batches of new tastes. So if your timing is right, you can try a brand new beer before it’s available to everyone else. On Fridays and Saturdays, there is a rotating series of food trucks parked outside, like Pick a Chili, Best Wurst, and Burro Grilled Cheese Kitchen.

4th Tap Brewing Co-Op
10615 Metric Boulevard
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 956-4224
4thtap.coop
www.yelp.com/biz/4th-tap-brewing-co-op-austin

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Summermoon Coffee: Popular Cafe with an Upgraded New Location

January 19, 2016 by

Already making waves throughout Austin for its delectable coffee, Summermoon Coffee has opened an awesome new location just a mile and a half from Folio. Fans love Summermoon for its wood fire-roasted coffee beans, roasted by hand daily (and it takes three people to make it happen!). Another highlight is the secret-recipe Moon Milk, a smooth, rich milk added to the lattes. It’s super addictive and pretty sweet, so if that’s not your thing, there’s also a Half-Moon option of half-moon milk and half-regular milk.

As for the food, pastries from Russell’s and breakfast tacos are a delicious addition to the amazing coffee. This location wins points for being larger than the other Summermoon Coffees, with a more spacious seating area and bathrooms inside. The wood paneling and industrial pipe shelving make the space cool and trendy, but inviting. With all this to consider, you’re lucky to have a new Summermoon Coffee nearby.

Summermoon Coffee
11005 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78758
woodfiredcoffee.com
www.yelp.com/biz/summermoon-coffee-bar-austin-4

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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
www.facebook.com/Baby-Blues-146131925407703
www.yelp.com/biz/nosh-and-bevvy-austin

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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
cajunpizzaplace.com/index.html
www.yelp.com/biz/cajun-pizza-place-austin-2

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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
www.yelp.com/biz/mirchi-austin-austin

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Game On: Play Bingo At Big Star Bingo

December 4, 2015 by

Gamers, listen up! Big Star Bingo is continuing to hold its own as a cool spot for playing bingo in Austin. And let's be clear — this is not your grandma’s bingo game!

Big Star Bingo is open nightly from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and attracts players of all ages. There are serious players who use multiple boards and there are more fun-loving casual players who use it as an excuse to have a night out with friends. No matter where you land on the spectrum, anyone can put in as little as $6 for the chance of winning a few hundred bucks.

The space is BYOB, so guests are welcome to bring along their favorite six pack or bottle of wine to give them some liquid luck. Snacks like hot dogs and cake are available at Big Star’s snack bar.

Not only is a trip to Big Star Bingo fun, but also a way to raise funds for charities, too. Big Star Bingo donates a portion of its proceeds to charities like The Institute for Disability Access, Accessible Housing Austin and more.

Big Star Bingo is only about 10 minutes from Folio, which makes it a great spot to spend an evening with a group of friends.

Big Star Bingo
910 W. Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757
bigstarbingoaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/big-star-bingo-austin

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Game the Night Away at Pinballz Arcade!

November 4, 2015 by

Gamer? Spend your evening (or weekend!) at Pinballz Arcade, a 13,000-square-foot arcade with more than 200 popular games.

Get reacquainted (or introduced!) to old school favorites like Mario Brothers, Mortal Kombat, Super Pac-Man, Monopoly Jackpot, Fruit Ninja, air hockey, skeeball, and racing games. As the name implies, Pinballz specializes in pinball machines, too; it's home to more than 100 pinball machines of all sorts.

The arcade prides itself on being affordable; most games cost only .50 cents or .75 cents per play — sounds like a deal! Token machines can be found throughout the arcade, but all machines also take quarters, too. The fun awaits just a few minutes from Folio.

Happy gaming!

Pinballz Arcade
8940 Research Blvd.
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 420-8458
www.pinballzarcade.com
www.yelp.com/biz/pinballz-arcade-austin

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Bring Your Best Friend to Dogtoberfest Austin on Saturday!

October 15, 2015 by

Celebrate your doggie best friend at Dogtoberfest Austin, a day made for the dogs at The Domain on Saturday, Oct.17. The day kicks off with Dogtobertrot, which is a 1K walk through the mall that starts at 9 a.m.

From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., you'll find everything from pet portraits (for just $5) to wiener dog races (at 12:15 p.m. and 1:40 p.m.). In celebration of Halloween, there will even be a doggie costume contest. The winner of each category — best ensemble, best duo (human and dog), sports stars, superheroes and best in show — will take home a prize.

Dogtoberfest Austin benefits local dog rescue groups, so you can have fun and help homeless dogs at the same time!

Not only is this a feel-good event, but an award winning event, too. Dogtoberfest has been voted the “Most Awesome-ist Pet-Related event” by readers of the Austin Pets Directory for six straight years! Best of all, it's just a quick drive from Folio.

Dogtoberfest
Saturday, October 17 starting at 9 a.m.
The Domain
3225 Amy Donovan Plaza
Austin, TX, 78758
dogtoberfestaustin.org

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

September 30, 2015 by

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

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