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The book Fast Food Nation drastically altered the course of P. Terry's Burger Stand, even after it was already under construction. Owner and namesake Mrs. Terry read the book while P. Terry's was being built, and she decided that her burger stand would only serve fresh, natural beef and chicken, high quality potatoes cooked in trans-fat-free oils, and other top-notch "fast food" eats.
So when P. Terry's opened in November a mere mile from Lamar Union, it offered a new type of nutritious fast food. The classic hamburger, for instance, is composed of all-natural 100% Black Angus beef, and the house-made veggie burger showcases P. Terry's unique blend of vegetables. The freshly cut fries are cooked in heart-healthy canola oil, and even the lemonade is freshly squeezed every day. So try a healthy alternative at P. Terry's Burger Stand in Austin.
P. Terry's Burger Stand
3303 N. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 371-9975
www.pterrys.com
www.yelp.com/biz/p-terrys-burger-stand-austin-8
The city of Austin ushers in spring with its annual ABC Zilker Kite Festival, which returns to Zilker Park on Sunday, March 6.
Presented by the Exchange Club and the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department, the festival promises a beautiful, vibrant sight of hundreds of kites flying through the sky. There is no fee to participate (or watch!) and those looking to take part in the kite flying just need to simply bring a handmade kite (yes, handmade) to the festival and register on the day of the event. Participants will compete in a variety of categories, including smallest, largest, and most unusual kite.
In typical festival fashion, the Zilker Kite Festival also is set to have a variety of local vendors selling items and offering food. The festival booths open at 10 a.m. and the kite contest starts at 1 p.m. The festival runs until 5 p.m.
Are you planning to attend? After all, it's just a short trip from Lamar Union!
Zilker Kite Festival
Sunday, March 6
Zilker Park
2100 Barton Springs Road
Austin, TX 78704
www.abckitefestival.org
Having recently opened in December and already earning high marks from locals, Steampunk Saloon is a great new spot for day or nighttime fun. Though quickly gaining patrons as it rises in popularity, Steampunk Saloon is a big enough space to hold a large number of people without feeling crowded. There's an indoor space filled with TVs—perfect for watching the big game. With a $3 craft pint special on Sunday, there’s no better place to spend the day.
There's also a huge deck outside as well as two food trucks—East Side King and Dock 'n' Roll— which alternate nights being parked out back. A variety of games are available to play here as well—everything from Mario Kart to skeeball and arcade basketball—adding to the fun and atmosphere. Steampunk Saloon is close by, only about three miles away from Lamar Union.
Steampunk Saloon
700 West 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 474-7865
www.steampunk-saloon.com/Steampunk_Saloon.html
www.yelp.com/biz/steampunk-saloon-austin
When a single hotel hosts two (soon to be three) culinary hotspots, diners need to take notice. That's the case for the South Congress Hotel, which boasts Central Standard and Cafe No Se, both on Eater Austin's list of the hottest restaurants in town this month. Best of all, the hotel is less than a mile and a half from Lamar Union.
This Valentine's Day, consider visiting one of them for a special meal. For a more laid-back bite to eat, check out Cafe No Se. It dishes out cafe fare from breakfast to dinner, all with a fresh, California twist. Central Standard, on the other hand, makes meals fancier affairs with upscale steakhouse cuisine and an atmosphere to match. Regardless of which you choose, you can expect fresh food and stellar service at the South Congress Hotel.
Central Standard and Cafe No Se
South Congress Hotel
1603 S. Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 920-6405
southcongresshotel.com/eat
www.yelp.com/biz/south-congress-hotel-austin
It’s no secret that people travel far and wide for good old fashioned Texas barbecue. Just this month, Austin welcomed a brand-new 'cue restaurant: Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que. Despite its short life span, the eatery recently won a spot on Eater Austin's list of The Hottest Restaurants in Austin Right Now, and it's only a stone's throw away from Lamar Union.
Since the restaurant is brand new, the full menu is not currently available, but you can still pick from an abbreviated list of sliders and classic barbecue sides. Expect meals like brisket sliders, smoked sausage sliders, mac and cheese, potato salad, baked beans, and burgers for now, and a full menu soon. Pair your main course with local craft beer, a classic cocktail, or a sweet soda for the full Cooper's experience.
Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que
217 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 474-4227
coopersbbqaustin.com
www.yelp.com/biz/coopers-old-time-pit-bar-b-que-austin
Pop-up restaurants, bars, and shops are growing in popularity across the country, and on Feb. 4, Boston-based pop-up Kaki Lima will take up residency at Sway for a five-course meal of Indonesian cuisine.
Sway, which is just over a mile from Lamar Union, will host the dinner. The menu will feature options like charred eggplant, slow-cooked beef, spiced pineapple, fried potatoes, pickled carrots and cucumbers, and toasted shredded coconut. Many of the plates on the menu are Indonesia’s signature dishes, so you can truly take your taste buds on a vacation at this one-time dinner. (Note that modifications cannot be made to the menu to accommodate any dietary restrictions.)
Tickets are required for those who want a taste of this Indonesian street food. Tickets cost $70 per person, plus $50 for an optional wine pairing. You can buy them online. Snag them before they sell out!
Kaki Lima Pop-Up Dinner
Sway
7 p.m. Feb. 4
1417 S. 1st Street
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 326-1999
austin.eater.com/2016/1/14/10772046/boston-kaki-lima-indonesian-pop-up-sway
swayxkakilima.splashthat.com
Have you ever wondered how honey gets from the hive to your tea? Less than two miles from Lamar Union lies the answer. It's at the Austin Nature and Science Center, a museum that recently unveiled an exhibit about honey bees fittingly called The Secret Lives of Honey Bees.
From now until May 8, you can visit The Secret Lives of Honey Bees and and learn all about how they pollinate wildflowers and make your honey. You'll also find out more about why pollination makes such a difference in nature, as well as what distinguishes a honey bee from your standard bee. You can actually watch honey bees work, buzzing around the observation hive, and play a pollination-themed video game to boost your honey bee knowledge even more. While you're at the exhibit, make sure to read up on the current threats to honey bees—they could affect your morning tea if left unchecked.
The Secret Lives of Honey Bees
Through May 8
Austin Nature and Science Center
2389 Stratford Drive
Austin, TX 78746
(512) 974-3888
www.austintexas.gov/department/austin-nature-and-science-center
www.yelp.com/biz/austin-nature-and-science-center-austin-2
Anyone craving a gourmet meal should make reservations at Geraldine’s, a new restaurant inside of the Hotel Van Zandt, which is close to Lamar Union. Geraldine’s serves an eclectic menu inside of a modern, sleek space.
Some of the most buzzworthy plates on the ever-changing menu have been the roasted cauliflower, gulf shrimp, hush puppies, Texas strip steak, and the beef short ribs. In addition to the entrees, the dessert menu is something special, too. Popular desserts include the lemon buttermilk pie, chestnut honey ganache, and the Geraldine's OH OH chocolate Swiss roll served with Swiss cream. Geraldine’s is also known for its curated list of cocktails that range from classics to more unique beverages.
To top off the delicious food and drinks, Geraldine’s invites in local bands to perform throughout the week including at a Sunday brunch. Geraldine’s is open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks. Those interested in visiting Geraldine’s are encouraged to make a reservation to secure their spot on the list!
Geraldine’s
605 Davis Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-4755
www.facebook.com/geraldinesaustn
www.yelp.com/biz/geraldines-austin
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