Opal Divine’s: A Happy Hour Hotspot

Discounts abound at Opal Divine’s! With four locations, including their “Marina” location in north Austin, you’re never too far from a great bar special. 

Every night of the week you can find a great deal to enjoy with friends on their large patio.  Celebrate Texas on Wednesdays with $2.50 Texas brews all day and a pulled pork sandwich. If you’re feeling fancy, Sunday evenings offer a great deal on top-shelf margaritas. Their bar also features over 60 varieties of scotch, many imported and craft beer on tap, and half price appetizers M-F from 4-7 p.m. The bar isn’t the only place you’ll find specials — Monday is buy one burger, get one at half price. Other favorites include their fish and chips, and basket of cracked pepper fries, which come with your choice of dipping sauce like chipotle ranch. They also have an express lunch menu which guarantees your lunch in 15 minutes.  Check their website for a full list of their daily deals.

Opal Divine’s
12709 Mopac Expressway
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 733-5353
www.yelp.com/biz/opal-divines-marina-austin

Fun and Food Trailers at The NATY

The North Austin Trailer Yard, or NATY for short, is a destination for flavorful “grease truck” food and a fun atmosphere.  At any given time there are several food trailers here to provide you with tasty fast food from around the world.  If you’re lucky, you can snag a gyro from Big Fat Greek Gyro’s or cool off with Hawaiian shaved ice.  BYOB – bring a cooler for the hot days – and picnic table seating make this place super casual and fun.  The main seating area is covered and there are misters when it gets hot.  Animal sculptures give it a whimsical touch and the playground is great entertainment for kids.  Check their facebook page for live music events, and enjoy an evening of quality fast food and beer in the open air. 

North Austin Trailer Yard
1012 W. Anderson Lane
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 750-5361
www.yelp.com/biz/the-naty-austin

Jack Allen’s Kitchen

Executive chef and owner Jack Gilmore and his partner Tom Kamm are the masterminds behind Jack Allen’s Kitchen in Round Rock. They take pride in offering delicious “new American cuisine” from locally-sourced food. Instead of bread, Jack Allen’s starts your meal with a taste of their signature pimiento cheese and flatbread crackers. Many dishes combine Southern favorites with a Southwestern twist, and you’ll probably have a tough time deciding because everything sounds delicious. The BLT sliders come highly recommended and are made with grilled pork belly and fried green tomatoes. The Chile Mango Shrimp tacos are another favorite of regulars. The menu also features seasonal specials every night as well as a Sunday brunch buffet. Service is helpful and attentive. High ceilings, warm woods and local art make the atmosphere feel welcoming and airy. Reservations are recommended. 

Jack Allen’s Kitchen
2500 Hoppe Trail
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 215-0372
www.yelp.com/biz/jack-allens-kitchen-round-rock

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Wishing you a day filled with love and happiness!

Playful Elegance at Tomodachi Sushi

Tomodachi Sushi in north Austin is a hip little restaurant that offers both traditional Japanese and fusion dishes, making it a great place to please sushi novices and pros. “Tomo” is the creation of husband and wife Steve Riad and Tina Son. With 18 years of experience, Chef Riad uses fresh seafood imported from the best world fish markets, such as the Tsukiji fish market in Japan, to craft inspired and flavorful food.  Tina Son’s degree in design influences the artful presentation of food, and hip decor.  If you’re in the mood for classic sushi and sashimi, the menu has over 30 seafood options to choose from. They also offer hot and cold sake, and Japanese beer.

Tomodachi Sushi
4101 W. Parmer Lane
Austin, TX 78727
(512) 821-9472
www.yelp.com/biz/tomo-sushi-austin

Halcyon: Halcyon Nights

Chocolate Espresso Martini? Check. Bananas Fosters Crepe? No problem. Head to Halcyon and you can have those delectable delights and more in a cozy, relaxed setting in the heart of Austin’s warehouse district. Breakfast is also an option, with tasty day-starters like a Breakfast Panini with eggs, sausage & cheese, a Yogurt Parfait with crunchy granola & fresh fruit and a Halcyon Burrito with egg, sausage, cheddar & black beans. Later in the day or at night, you can choose from a variety of panini, salads and wraps, like the Chicken Wrap with roasted corn salsa & black beans lovingly swaddled in a flour tortilla. Open every day with late night hours.

Halcyon
218 W 4th St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-9637
http://www.yelp.com/biz/halcyon-coffee-bar-lounge-austin

Don’t forget tonight’s PIZZA NIGHT!

Just a friendly reminder that we've got pizza in the leasing office from 6-7 p.m. tonight! There are multiple varieties available. We hope to see you there.

Casual Homemade Italian Food at Mezzaluna

Mezzaluna Italian Grill is a homey little italian restaurant in Austin's Wells Branch neighborhood, just a few minutes from Hardrock Canyon.

Diners love the oven-fresh bread that starts the meal. Salads are fresh and served with homemade dressings – try the blue cheese vinaigrette. If one of their daily specials doesn’t peak your interest, the huge seafood ravioli is a go-to choice. Meat dishes are ultra-tender and the Veal Saltimbocca alla Romana – a veal cutlet wrapped with prosciutto in a lemon sage sauce – is highly recommended. 

Pizzas have fun gourmet toppings like goat cheese, grilled asparagus, and smoked salmon. Many wines are available by the glass – including several from Texas wineries – as well as a small selection of craft beers. The atmosphere is quiet and comfortable, perfect for a casual yet romantic date.

Mezzaluna Italian Grill
14735 Bratton Lane
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 252-1444
www.yelp.com/biz/mezzaluna-italian-grill-austin-2

Treasure Hunting at Antique Gallery of Round Rock

The Antique Gallery of Round Rock sports 30,000 feet of space featuring antiques and collectables of all kinds. Next time you want a fun shopping experience, give this place a try.   Whether you are looking for something specific or just want the fun of a treasure hunt, you're sure to find something amazing — a fancy vase, sports collectibles, a retro poster … the inventory always changes. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly – if you want something specific they can help you locate it.
 

The Antique Gallery of Round Rock
1601 S Interstate 35 Ste 400
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 671-7467
www.yelp.com/biz/antique-gallery-round-rock

 

Gumbo’s of Round Rock: Petit France

Enjoy amazing Cajun in surroundings worthy of the colorful characters who made the cuisine famous. Gumbo’s is located in an atmospheric stone house built in 1848; surrounded by lush gardens, during its time as a stagecoach inn it played host to people like John Wesley Hardin, the fastest gun in the West. It’s since been remade into an upscale Cajun eatery that recalls the old Bayou maison of your imagination, with low lights, coolly decadent artwork, and a breezy patio that resembles the green courtyards of Fauborg Marigny. The gumbo is often called the best in Austin, and we think it’s a contender; we’ve also heard it favorably compared to the famous Galatoire’s. Crab cakes are outstanding, meaty, and rich, with hints of cayenne, thyme, sweet basil, and bay leaf in every bite. As they say in New Orleans, Gumbo’s is a place where lunch hours become lunch afternoons, but with a generous drinks list, competitive prices, and live music on the patio every Friday and Saturday night, you just might stay all night, too.

Gumbo’s of Round Rock
901 Round Rock Avenue
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 671-7925

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