El Mesón: Savor Exceptional Mexican Cuisine

September 25, 2012 by greystar

With an accessible menu of authentic and traditional Mexican dishes, El Mesón is a great spot to dine out without breaking the bank. The food here is as authentic as it comes, with many of the dishes springing from old family recipes. Incredible incarnations of classic Mexican dishes like moles and fajitas are lovingly prepared and sent out in very filling portions. If you're coming in hungry, make sure that you start out with some chips and the unbelievable guacamole. Of course, any regular will also tell you that El Mesón will make you one of the best breakfast tacos you've ever had. El Mesón is one of those places where any time is the right time to come. Make sure that you try the food of this incredible gem, and experience its amazing Mexican creations for yourself.

El Mesón
5808 Burleson Road
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 416-0749
http://www.yelp.com/biz/el-meson-austin

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Milano Café: Discover Authentic Italian Food, Right in Austin

September 18, 2012 by greystar

A European-style family eatery with a classic menu, Milano Café is a great stop for authentic Italian cooking. It's the great sort of place where you can stop in for a great cup of coffee or sit down for a nice, filling meal. The menu consists of a number of wonderful pizza and pasta possibilities, as well as some delectable bruschetta options and a host of starter and entree-sized salads. There is also a helpful and unique "family to-go" menu where you can order large, family-style portions to pick up and take back to your home. Quality is top-notch all around, with everything made from scratch from super fresh ingredients. Milano Café is a friendly, authentic taste of Italy that is a fantastic treat for anyone in the Austin area.

Milano Café
4601 Southwest Parkway
Suite 109
Austin, TX 78735
(512) 428-6076
http://www.yelp.com/biz/milano-cafe-austin

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The Best Wurst: The Best Bratwurst Day or Night

September 11, 2012 by greystar

When you’ve spent a day—or night—on Austin’s famous 6th Street, a bratwurst might just sound like heaven on a bun. Especially if it’s from The Best Wurst, one of the oldest continuously operating businesses in the celebrated entertainment district. With two locations on Sixth Street, the popular stand serves party-goers, tourists, and locals alike with a short, but sweet menu. For only $4.50, customers can get a Bratwurst, Smoked Italian sausage, Smoked Jalepeno, or All Beef dog, and pile it high with grilled onions, sauerkraut, curry ketchup, and spicy mustard. Just to add to the sweet deal, drinks are only $1! Be like the other 8 million+ to visit the stand and stuff your face; even better, the stand is open until 3 a.m. so you can basically visit anytime, day or night! Check out the website for interesting facts on the stand, sauerkraut, and about the onion.

The Best Wurst

Locations/Hours:
6th and Jacinto
Open Wednesday – Sunday

6th and Red River
Open Friday & Saturday

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