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Tibetan Momo: A Fresh (But Traditional) Take on Dumplings

October 14, 2015 by

If you actually ordered momos in Tibet, they'd probably be packed with yak meat. But the chefs who recreate this traditional dish in Austin cater to American eaters with some more familiar fillings, namely ground beef and veggies. Even so, the Tibetan-style dumplings are a departure from the fare you'll find elsewhere in Austin, even at its many eclectic food trucks and trailers.

Since it opened over the summer, Tibetan Momo has set up shop just about a mile from Lamar Union. So if you're still wondering exactly what a "momo" is, you can easily taste a few for yourself. They come steamed or pan-fried, filled with veggies or beef, and they're not the only thing on the menu. Tibetan Momo also doles out dishes like beef chow mein, tingmo (steamed buns), and fried rice.

Have you tried these momos yet?

Tibetan Momo
2323 S. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78704
www.yelp.com/biz/tibetan-momo-austin
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Barley Swine: A Hotspot For Local, Seasonal Fare in Austin

October 8, 2015 by

Before Bryce Gilmore debuted Barley Swine in 2010, he was already making waves in Austin's culinary scene with his legendary food truck, Odd Duck. Many current patrons of Barley Swine still fondly recall the food truck with its ever-present line—a testament to high caliber of Gilmore's grub. And if that fare was worth standing in line for, then Barley Swine's locally sourced cuisine warrants an overnight camp out. Thanks to the brick-and-mortar location, though, you won't have to go to such extremes.

You can just take a short stroll down the street from Lamar Union, step inside, and grab a table. Eater Austin recommends you do so this month, crowning Barley Swine one of its 38 Essential Austin Restaurants for October 2015. Don't worry about picking a dish. The kitchen team only offers a seasonally inspired, locally sourced prix fixe menu each evening. Expect to spend up to two hours tasting everything on it.

Barley Swine
2024 S. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 394-8150
barleyswine.com
www.yelp.com/biz/barley-swine-austin

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Shake Shack Makes its Debut in Austin!

September 23, 2015 by

Shake Shack started off as a small cart that served burgers and shakes in New York City, but it's expanded far beyond The Big Apple. People on the East Coast can’t get enough of these eclectic burgers and shakes, and now Austin residents can fall under the spell of Shake Shack's tasty treats.

Austin was lucky enough to be the recipient of Texas’ first Shake Shack, and Lamar Union residents will be happy to know that its newest location is right in the same building. Be sure to true their Lockhart Link burger, it’s exclusive to the Austin location! Fans of Shake Shack also recommend the crinkle fries (the crinkle cheese fries are particularly delicious!) It's possible you might not have room for a shake once you've had a burger and fries, but eaters recommend getting one to go to enjoy later.

Shake Shack
1100 S. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 717-0430
www.shakeshack.com/location/south-lamar-austin
www.yelp.com/biz/shake-shack-austin

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Honor the Austin Food Scene at Stella San Jac!

September 16, 2015 by

You’ve heard of contemporary American cuisine, and may have even dined at an American fusion restaurant, but have you eaten at a place that serves Austin-American food?

Stella San Jac opened a few weeks ago inside the Westin hotel, just two miles away from Lamar Union, and the menu honors the city’s unique culinary scene. Reviewers have described this chic restaurant as having a straightforward approach to Southern food, with standouts such as deviled eggs with sausage, crispy Brussels sprouts, crab cakes, fried avocado salad, and s'mores fondue for dessert. You won’t find any fusion dishes or “______-style takes” on your favorite foods at Stella Jan Jac, just good old fashioned Austin cuisine. The open kitchen, inspired menu, and live music are sure to make this restaurant a must dine for Austin foodies.

Stella San Jac
310 E. 5th St.
Austin TX 78701
(512) 391-2333
www.stellasanjac.com
www.yelp.com/biz/stella-san-jac-austin-2

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Gravy: Biscuits and Gravy near Lamar Union in Austin

April 16, 2015 by

Gravy's an Austin food truck with a pretty specific focus: biscuits and gravy. The Southern food treat is tough to do well, but Gravy regulars suggest that the truck offers some of the best biscuits and gravy you'll find in Austin.

This is rich, hearty food, and menu items with names like "Get Your Lard On" offer a hint of what you'll find to eat here. That dish, for instance, features biscuits and gravy complemented by pulled pork, bacon crumbles, and fried egg. "The Deep South" dish is a biscuit topped with half a pound of pork sausage gravy. A kids menu offers smaller but similarly hearty portions, and Gravy's menu also has French toast stuffed with cream cheese and a large breakfast taco with your choice of meat.

Gravy's part of a food truck park, so if you visit you'll find some areas for sitting outdoors and enjoying the Austin weather. If you'd like to check it out, Gravy's open Tuesday through Fridays from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturdays and Sundays from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Visit the Gravy website to find out more!

Gravy
601 W. Live Oak Street
Austin, TX 78704
www.gravyatx.com
www.yelp.com/biz/gravy-austin

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Fresh Italian Fare near Lamar Union at Austin’s House Pizzeria

March 27, 2015 by

A popular place for pizza in Austin, House Pizzeria brings inventive takes on the classic pizza pie to a spot not far from Lamar Union. Some options feature classic ingredients like pepperoni and sausage; others, more inventive options like caramelized onions, salami, pork belly, dates, and goat cheese. The Margherita with tomato and basil is a popular choice, and the plain cheese includes a touch of oregano for extra flavor.

In addition to pizza, this place has a few smaller dishes like spinach salad, focaccia bread, and roasted olives. A list of wine and beer options includes a number of great pairings, and House also has a changing list of menu specials like asparagus and prosciutto pizza, polenta, and panna cotta for dessert.

House Pizzeria also offers their pies for take-out, but the website notes that they may suspend take-out orders when the dining room's exceptionally busy. Check out the House Pizzeria website to find out more!

House Pizzeria
5111 Airport Boulevard
Austin, TX 78751
http://www.housepizzeria.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/house-pizzeria-austin

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Pizza and More near Lamar Union at Austin’s Numero 28

March 20, 2015 by

Austin's food scene may be known more for its barbecue and breakfast tacos than its Italian fare, but that doesn't mean there aren't some quite well-regarded Italian restaurants near Lamar Union. For example: Numero 28. This place is part of a small chain with outlets in places well-known for pizza (think: New York City), and the Austin outlet brings pizza, paninis, and more to downtown Austin.

Pizza has its own menu here, and guests can opt for choices with red sauce or white sauce. The Tartufo pairs mushrooms with truffle oil; the Austin features hot peppers and sausage; and other pies use ingredients like salami, prosciutto, artichokes, and potatoes. This place is a wine bar, too, and it offers cheese plates and meat plates for pairing. Numero 28's lunch and dinner menus branch out into entrees like lasagna, eggplant parmigiana, and baked ziti, and the eatery also serves classic desserts like tiramisu, gelati, and cannoli.

If you'd like to try this Austin eatery for yourself, Numero 28 is located just a short trip from Lamar Union.

Numero 28 Pizzeria and Vineria
452 W. 2nd Street
Austin, TX 78701
http://www.numero28austin.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/numero-28-austin

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Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ: Austin Barbecue Near Lamar Union

February 20, 2015 by

As you might guess from the name, Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ puts an inventive spin on classic barbecue. This downtown Austin food truck does have classic barbecue sandwiches, including choices like brisket, pulled pork, and chicken, but it also offers tasty tacos with barbecue ingredients.

One example? The Pulled Pollo taco, which includes guacamole and tomatillo habanero salsa along with pulled chicken. Brisket tacos are also popular, and you also opt for smoked carnitas tacos. A selection of sides includes rice, corn, beans, and potato salad, and you can also complement your main dish with chips and quac or queso.

If you'd like to visit Valentina's, the place is open for lunch daily, for dinner every night of the week, and until "2am ish" on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. It's just a short trip from Lamar Union, and you can learn more about it by visiting Valentina's website.

Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ
located behind Star Bar on West 6th Street & Neuces Street
600 West 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
www.valentinastexmexbbq.com
www.yelp.com/biz/valentinas-tex-mex-bbq-austin

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Austins’s Fat Cactus Reinvents the Taco with Fry Bread near Lamar Union

February 13, 2015 by

Whereas many Mexican restaurants opt for traditional tortillas for their tacos, Fat Cactus food trailer does something unusual. Instead of wrapping taco fixings in a flour tortilla, its chefs stuff the ingredients inside of fluffy fry bread. The result is a slightly puffier version of the classic taco. Since the place isn't too far from Lamar Union, it's easy to try this innovative take on a classic dish for yourself.

One Yelper describes the fry bread as "absolutely incredible," and her opinion is supported by the many other glowing reviews of both the bread and the restaurant in general. The trailer offers only a handful of options, but those are more than enough for most patrons. Indulge in the Taj taco, overflowing with ground beef, red onion, spring mix, cilantro, fried chickpeas, and a curry yogurt sauce. You can also try the "Hippy," which forgoes meat for veggies such as zucchini, squash, and chayote, all mixed with pinto beans, cheddar cheese, and "secret" spices.

Fat Cactus
1318 S. Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 585-4967
www.fatcactusaustin.com/
www.yelp.com/biz/fat-cactus-austin

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Micklethwait Craft Meats: A Unique Austin Eatery not far from Lamar Union

February 6, 2015 by

More than 200 Yelp reviewers sing the praises of Micklethwait Craft Meats, a casual eatery in Austin that specializes in classic Southern barbecue. Its simple menu belies the huge, smoky platters of food that wow patrons at Micklethwait Craft Meats. They all come from the smoker out back, which patrons are welcome to ogle (many even snap pictures).

One customer photo depicts the massive beef rib, a locally acclaimed favorite that comes with tender slices of house-crafted Andouille sausage, onions and peppers, and a signature sauce for dunking. The house-made sausage is another favorite, though a few links aren't nearly as filling as the Fred Flinstone rib. The aptly named slab of meat tips the scales at 1.5 pounds—and you can tell from just a glance. Enjoy your meal with a cold bottled Coke and save some room for pecan pie or a moon pie.

If you'd like to try this Austin eatery for yourself, Micklethwait Craft Meats is just a short trip from Lamar Union.

Micklethwait Craft Meats
1309 Rosewood Avenue
Austin TX 78702
(512) 791-5961
www.craftmeats.com/default.html
www.yelp.com/biz/micklethwait-craft-meats-austin

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