With fantastic cajun cuisine, the French Quarter Grille is a friendly spot that's great for casual fine-dining. This cozy space serves up a menu full of incredible gulf specialties. Incredible incarnations of classics like etoufée and gumbo along with inspired culinary creations like pecan-crusted trout and crawfish beignets. Pastas and salads are also available. Save some room for dessert, too, to sample incredible fare like a croissant bread pudding or an orange crème brûlée. The lunch menu has a number of these great choices, and some classic po-boy sandwiches, too! Portions are generous without being overwhelming, and service is professional and helpful. French Quarter Grille is Cajun cooking at its finest.

French Quarter Grille
13000 N. IH-35
Suite 600
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 832-9090
http://www.yelp.com/biz/french-quarter-grille-austin

If you haven’t ever had an elaborate taco, it can be hard to imagine that such a thing exists. After all, how interesting can a dish that comprises nothing but a bit of meat, a handful of veggies, and some grated cheese be? Check out Torchy’s Tacos in Austin to see the true potential of the taco. For its signature taco, Torchy’s has taken a tip from New Mexico and crafted the Green Chile Pork: roasted pork carnitas with green chiles, dressed in fresh queso sauce and topped with cilantro, onions, and lime. Or check out Torchy’s Tacos's monthly specials. One recent favorite was the American (their proudest taco yet, they say), with crispy fried chicken, pineapple coleslaw, jack cheese, pico de gallo salsa, and cilantro, drizzled with chipotle ranch sauce.

Torchy’s Tacos
5119 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 382-0823

Wishing you a very happy and relaxing Labor Day!