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Enjoy Hot Soup at Round Rock’s Pho Viet

May 28, 2013 by

Pho Viet is Round Rock’s spot for a great bowl of Pho. Their menu offers 16 different versions of this classic Vietnamese soup with different combinations of meat — to let you have it your way.  

Customers love the Pho here because the broth is flavorful without being too salty.  The menu has many traditional dishes like a beef clay pot with sautéed beef and mushrooms served with rice.  A unique option is the Vietnamese Crepes which are stuffed with your choice of meat, seafood or veggies and are accompanied by a refreshing salad.  Pho Viet is vegetarian-friendly and offers several tofu dishes – try the vermicelli bowl with tofu. Their Thai tea is highly recommended.  

Service is excellent and they bring the food out hot, so not everyone in your party may get their food at the same time. The staff is welcoming and will likely remember your favorites.  This is a popular lunch spot, and may be busy during peak hours, but fast service and tasty food make it worth the wait. 

Pho Viet
603 Louis Henna Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-7800
www.yelp.com/biz/pho-viet-round-rock

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Classic BBQ at Johnny T’s

May 22, 2013 by

Johnny T's BBQ in Austin is a classic Texas BBQ experience, offering a good balance between smoky and spicy. Regulars flock here for the pork ribs that fall off the bone. Others love the moist brisket that lives up to its name, well-seasoned and cooked just right. This is a great lunch spot, with fast service and specials.  If you’re lucky, you’ll stop in on a day when their famous smoked brisket chili makes an appearance on the specials menu. And don't miss the homemade mustard BBQ sauce, which makes a tangy topper to your pulled pork sandwich. 

Classic BBQ at Johnny T's
1318 Round Rock Avenue
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 255-7447
www.yelp.com/biz/johnny-ts-bbq-round-rock

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Promise Pizza: Eco-Friendly Pizza in Round Rock

May 14, 2013 by

Promise Pizza is Round Rock’s eco-friendly pizzeria using natural and organic ingredients to build healthy and tasty pizza.  There are three crust options made with organic flour, fluffy and thick, thin, and gluten free. If you like to build your own pizza, choosing from several sauces including their homemade organic tomato sauce, fresh toppings, and a variety of cheese – including dairy-free.  Pizza chefs have created many signature pies like the Alfredo House Special with chicken, bacon, veggies and a parmesan white sauce.  Promise Pizza also offer calzones, sandwiches and sides like sausage and pepperoni stuffed jalapeños.  There is a small dining room for customers that prefer to dine in, but most orders are to-go or for delivery in Smart cars. 

Promise Pizza
1500 S. AW Grimes Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 674-2642
www.promisepizza.com
www.yelp.com/biz/promise-pizza-round-rock

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A Fun Night out at Round Rock’s Krave Wine Bar & Bistro

April 29, 2013 by

Krave Wine Bar & Bistro has quickly become a trendy destination in downtown Round Rock.  Located in a renovated historic building, the atmosphere is upbeat and perfect for a fun date or girls' night out.  There are many selections from around the world, and customers appreciate that nearly every wine they stock is available by the glass, as well as by the bottle.  There are many themed wine flights at reasonable prices to taste your way through their offerings.  If you’re there for drinks and snacks, a popular choice is the build your own meat and cheese board.  Other small plate favorites are the krave fries tossed in fresh garlic and herbs, and arancini rice balls served in a spicy marinara sauce.  There are a handful of Mediterranean inspired options like chicken piccatta.  In addition to happy hour discounts on drinks and appetizers, Tuesday is ladies night with $5 lavender cosmos. 

Krave Wine Bar & Bistro
121 E. Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 382-5446
www.kravewinebar.com
www.yelp.com/biz/krave-wine-bar-and-bistro-round-rock-2

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Tasty Chicken and More at Pluckers Wing Bar

April 22, 2013 by

Want to watch the game? Head to Pluckers Wing Bar in Round Rock, just a few minutes from Hardrock Canyon. This place loves to use their fryers! Pluckers has 19 zesty sauces to coat their crispy and juicy wings, like the Hallelujah, sweet sauce with a kick, and Spicy Mandarin, for a flavorful twist. If you want to challenge your taste buds, try Fire In The Hole, their hottest sauce.  Those that manage to put away 25 wings will appear on their “wall of flame.” (If you do, make sure to cool off with some sweet tea.) Other fried favorites are the pickles, fried mac and cheese, and thick-cut homemade potato chips with warm blue cheese dressing. Burgers and sandwiches round out their menu, along with several sides including twice baked potato casserole, waffle fries, and mac and cheese — which many people swear is the best they’ve had. So what are you waiting for?

Pluckers Wing Bar
300 Mays Crossing
Round Rock, TX 78662
(512) 671-9464
www.yelp.com/biz/pluckers-wing-bar-round-rock

 

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French Quarter Grille: Cajun Fare in Austin, Texas

April 15, 2013 by

If you’ve ever been to New Orleans, you know that Cajun food can be presented two different ways. There’s the quick and tasty plates of shellfish and oyster po’ boy style, and then there’s the upscale, French-influenced dining that brings out some of the most intense and nuanced flavors that the cuisine has to offer. The French Quarter Grille in Austin ably bridges the gap between those two styles, presenting excellent Cajun and Creole food at good prices in a classy atmosphere. Start your meal with an order of the crawfish beignets – these small French donuts are stuffed with spicy, tender seafood and come with a light jalapeno tartar sauce for dipping. Entrees are diverse and universally good, with some favorites including the exceptional blackened catfish gumbo, the pecan-crusted trout, and the blackened ribeye Ponchartrain, which updates surf & turf with a perfectly-seared steak topped with shrimp, crab and crawfish in a mushroom brandy cream sauce.

French Quarter Grille
13000 N. IH 35
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 832-9090
http://www.yelp.com/biz/french-quarter-grille-austin

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Vino Vino: Drink Up

March 20, 2013 by

Vino Vino is a cozy, upscale spot to sample something from their impressive wine stash along with a delectable starter or entrée. The ambiance is relaxed and romantic, with amber lighting and polished wood floors. Whether your taste in wine runs to a bubbly brut cave from Spain, a juicy California pinot noir or a zesty German riesling, you’re sure to find something to satisfy the pickiest palate. The food menu includes small plates like Shrimp in Chili Oil, Mussels & Fries, a Charcuterie Plate, Arugula Beet Salad, and Wagyu Beef Sliders. If you’re hungering for a full entrée, choose from Scallops with creamer peas, Duck Ham with glazed veggies, Flounder with cauliflower & sunchokes, and Wagyu Shortribs with cornbread, among other flavorful items. Open Monday through Saturday for dinner and late-night snacks.

Vino Vino
4119 Guadalupe St
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 465-9282
http://www.yelp.com/biz/vino-vino-austin

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Louisiana Longhorn Cafe: “Where the Bayou Meets the BBQ”

March 13, 2013 by

According to the restaurant, Louisiana Longhorn Café boasts “The Best Cajun Food West of the Sabine River.” Where’s that? In the heart of the Louisiana Bayou, of course. All the proprietors hail from Cajun Country, and LLC recreates the laid-back world they grew up in.  When we say this is an authentic experience, we’re not just talking about the Mardi Gras beads; we mean all the food comes from “borrowed” family recipes, the piquant, generations-old work of people with French names and the patience to make sure those Fried Pickles have just the right snap. The Shrimp Acadiana is a peppery eye-opener, and we haven’t had Etouffee this good since we spent a long night in New Orleans. Grab some of “The World’s Coldest Beer” and toast the alligator on the wall—they fry up his buddies here, and after one bite, you’ll wish you had a few in your back yard, too. Louisiana Longhorn Café is closed Mondays.

Louisiana Longhorn Cafe
200B E Main Ave
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 248-2900

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Opal Divine’s: A Happy Hour Hotspot

March 6, 2013 by

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

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Jack Allen’s Kitchen

February 20, 2013 by

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

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