Accolades abound for Parkside, a casually sophisticated eatery showcasing a tasty menu of seasonal American fare. Stop into the expansive bar and lounge area for a glass of wine, an artisan beer or a creative cocktail like the El Charrito with tequila, Campari, gingersnap liqueur and orange peel. Have a nosh from the oyster bar or an appetizer like Potato Gnocchi, Crispy Sweetbreads, Fried Oysters, or Crab Fritters. The raw bar features Salmon with citrus & sweet peppercorns and Classic Ceviche with avocado. Entrees include Braised Lamb Shanks with Israeli couscous, Seared Salmon with bacon cider vinaigrette, Grilled New York Strip Steak with brown butter puree, and Marinated Pork Blade Steak with foraged mushrooms. Open Monday through Sunday from 5p.m. until 12a.m.

Parkside
301 E 6th St
Austin, TX 78701
Neighborhood: Downtown
(512) 474-9898
http://www.yelp.com/biz/parkside-austin

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Described by one fan as "The Mount Olympus of Barbecue" Le Barbecue is South Austin destination for delightful BBQ!

Super-friendly staff, great outdoor seating, live music on weekends and some of the juiciest, most succulent barbeque around, is why people wait in line to chow down here. Brisket, Beef Ribs, Pork Ribs, Pulled Pork, Turkey and House-Made Sausage are what’s cooking, ordered by the pound, as a plate or on a sandwich. A favorite sandwich is the El Sancho with a big pile of pulled pork or chopped brisket, sausage and red onion slaw. Order it ‘loco style’ with all three meats. Yummy sides include Potato Salad, Chipotle Slaw and Pinto Beans.

Le Barbecue is open Wednesdays through Sundays for lunch and dinner.

Le Barbecue
1502 S. 1st Street
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 605-9696
http://labarbecue.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/la-barbecue-austin