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TRIO: Taste the Eponymous Trio of Steak, Seafood, and Wine

January 9, 2014 by

Steps from Austin’s bustling downtown and overlooking scenic Lady Bird Lake, TRIO gives diners the best of both worlds. Trio’s carefully-curated menu offers both steak (range) and seafood (Gulf) options. Gulf offerings include Texas shrimp served with red mole sauce, shishito peppers, and corncakes and grouper prepared with grapefruit, roasted cipollini, and brown butter hollandaise. In addition to succulent steaks, TRIO’s range options include chicken, lamb, and antelope for more adventurous eaters. Locals love the made-to-order omelette station at Sunday brunch—as well as the unlimited mimosas, coffee, and tea. TRIO welcomes diners seven days a week for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. 

Guests praise the attentive and accommodating service as much as the cuisine. One frequent diner had TRIO’s staff custom-create her wedding cake, while another asked (in advance) for the pastry chef to bake a birthday dessert that was not on the menu. Both were pleased with the results!

TRIO
98 San Jacinto Boulevard
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 685-8300
http://www.triorestaurantaustin.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/trio-austin-2

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Cork and Co: Austin’s Intimate Wine Bar

December 31, 2013 by

A bottle of white, a bottle of red….meet up at Cork and Co. to unwind after work. This downtown Austin wine bar offers a relaxing and intimate space; walls lined with bottles are offset with dim lighting to give the restaurant a wine cellar effect. Traditional tables, a bar, and couches provide a variety of seating options. There are plenty of wines available by the glass and bottle, and knowledgeable bartenders can guide you to the right selection. Try several in a flight, and if you find something you like, take a bottle home for 25% off.

On Wednesdays, Cork and Co. features a different red, white, and sparkling wine, and glasses are just $5. The kitchen offers light sandwiches, but many customers opt for cheese and charcuterie selections to snack on while they imbibe. Prices are always reasonable here, but are even better during the daily happy hour until 7 p.m., when glasses of wine are discounted $3. Cork and Co. is great for late night too, as kitchen is open until 1 a.m.

Cork and Co.
308 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 474-2675
http://www.corkandco.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/cork-and-co-austin

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Quattro Gatti: Italian Cuisine Complemented by the Capitol Building

December 12, 2013 by

Take a date to Quattro Gatti in downtown Austin for an Italian meal in the shadow of the Capitol building. Its ambiance is intimate, yet cheerful. Bright yellow walls are offset by an antique wooden bar, and tables are topped with romantic candles. Many regulars come for the thin crust pizza. Try the Montanara, a pizza topped with prosciutto, arugula, and two cheeses.

Quattro Gatti's menu also offers formal Italian dishes, including plenty of pasta and main course items. Try the Rigatoni aella Nonna, replete with tomato sauce eggplant, mozzarella, and basil or the Lombatina di Vitello, a grilled veal chop seasoned with olive oil and rosemary. Customers find the prices reasonable for the generous portions.

Quattro Gatti
908 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 476-3131
http://www.quattrogattiaustin.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/quattro-gatti-austin

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Lick Ice Creams: Frozen Treats in South Austin

December 4, 2013 by

Seeking a sweet, frozen treat in South Austin? One top pick might be Lick Ice Creams. Go there to sample of few of their innovative flavors, before you choose a couple that will satisfy your sweet tooth. Their flavors are based on what’s fresh and local and all of their milk and cream is sourced from nearby dairies. They love to mix tastes in unique ways, combining fruits, herbs and even vegetables in the mix. In summertime you’ll find flavors like Blackberry, Lime & Basil, Mexican Marigold & Blueberry Swirl, Strawberry Basil, Lemon Lavender, and Honeyed Peaches with Rosemary. Year-round flavors include Fresh Mint & Chocolate, Hill Country Honey & Vanilla Bean, Caramel Salt Lick, Goat Cheese, Thyme & Honey and Roasted Beets & Fresh Mint. Open every day.

Lick Ice Creams
2032 S. Lamar
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 363-5622
http://www.ilikelick.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lick-ice-creams-austin

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Arro: A Trendy Destination for Austin Foodies

November 27, 2013 by

Austin foodies with a love of French cuisine are flocking to Arro, the trendy sister restaurant to Easy Tiger Bake Shop. The seasonal menu features a mix of traditional French cuisine (Duck Confit) and more unusual items (Grilled Antelope). If you're new to French cuisine, the three-course menu for $25 is a great way to experience Arro. Diners can choose from several options, and favorites include the Lobster Bisque to start, Mussels and Fries as a main course, and the Lemon Goat Cheese Tart for dessert.

A full bar offers sophisticated cocktails and French wine. Renovations to the restaurant's warehouse setting have preserved the building's open, industrial feel, and large windows offer great urban views of 6th street. Arro's ambiance is ideal for a classy, yet casual, date.

Arro
601 W. 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 992-2776
http://www.arroaustin.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/arro-austin

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Ranch 616: Southwestern Flavors

September 18, 2013 by

Ranch 616's innovative menu embraces southwestern flavors from the Gulf of Mexico to the border towns of Texas, with prime cuts of beef and super-fresh seafood served whole. The ambiance is fun, funky and relaxed, perfect for chilling out with friends and family. Start off your meal with one of their custom cocktails like The Pink Taco, with vodka, freshly squeezed ruby red grapefruit juice and a cherry. Pair your drink with a tasty appetizer like Buttermilk Battered Calamari, Chili Lime Grilled Prawns or the Quesadilla of the Day. Grilled Duck Breast with Thai noodles, Jalapeno Grilled Chicken with chipotle tartar sauce, and a Texas Black Angus Ribeye served with enchiladas, beans and rice are among the entrée choices. Open for lunch and dinner.

Ranch 616
616 Nueces Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 479-7616
http://www.yelp.com/biz/ranch-616-austin

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Swift’s Attic: Up the Stairs

September 12, 2013 by

Head up the stairs in the historic downtown Austin Building and discover Swift's Attic. Farm to table is the name of the game here, and the menu features a changing roster of dishes that rely on what’s fresh from local purveyors. Fourteen draft beers and a plentiful wine supply are supplemented by some delectable cocktails. Try the playfully named Champampaloma Ba Wom Bam Boom made from citrus liqueur, freshly squeezed grapefruit juice and champagne. Bar snacks include Market Pickles, House-Made Bar Nuts, and Old World Olives. Lunch offerings feature some delicious ‘sammiches’. Dinnertime rolls out entrees like Warm Niman Ranch Pork Cheeks, Broken Arrow Ranch Antelope Steak and Lockhart Quail.

Swift's Attic
315 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 482-8200
http://www.yelp.com/biz/swifts-attic-austin

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Halcyon: Halcyon Nights

September 3, 2013 by

Chocolate Espresso Martini? Check. Bananas Fosters Crepe? No problem. Head to Halcyon and you can have those delectable delights and more in a cozy, relaxed setting in the heart of Austin’s warehouse district. Breakfast is also an option, with tasty day-starters like a Breakfast Panini with eggs, sausage & cheese, a Yogurt Parfait with crunchy granola & fresh fruit and a Halcyon Burrito with egg, sausage, cheddar & black beans. Later in the day or at night, you can choose from a variety of panini, salads and wraps, like the Chicken Wrap with roasted corn salsa & black beans lovingly swaddled in a flour tortilla. Open every day with late night hours.

Halcyon
218 W. 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-9637
http://www.yelp.com/biz/halcyon-coffee-bar-lounge-austin

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Casa De Luz: Vegetarian and Gluten Free Food

August 27, 2013 by

Healthful vegetarian, gluten-free fare is what’s cooking in the kitchen of Case De Luz, a non-profit eatery in South Austin, where a love of fresh, lovingly-prepared food and a community spirit is the credo. Visit and you'll stroll past the garden and into the peaceful ambiance of the dining room. Settle in at one of the community tables and prepare to make your tastbuds happy and your body healthy with one of this restaurant's flavorful meals. Breakfast is served from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. The price is $7 and includes a set menu of porridge with granola & raisins, soup, leafy greens, mixed vegetables, beans and freshly made tortillas. Lunch and dinner are both $12 and include many of the same items, plus a veggie entrée and a hot whole grain like brown rice, or quinoa. Casa de Luz is also kid-friendly, with a playground to occupy the little ones.

Casa de Luz
1701 Toomey Road
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 476-2535
http://www.casadeluz.org/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/casa-de-luz-austin

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FoodHeads: A Delightful Austin Restaurant

August 14, 2013 by

Fans of FoodHeads love their cheerful décor, friendly service and delectable menu. Breakfast is a primo time to stop by for dishes made with pasture-raised eggs, like some Breakfast Tacos filled with eggs and other ingredients. Try the Gypsy Grove with scrambled eggs, serano peppers, tomatoes, potatoes and avocado, wrapped in a fresh flour tortilla. Lunchtime serves up a bounteous array of sandwiches, including the Chicken Caesar, Pulled Pork or Tuna Melt. Dinner is served Thursday through Saturday, with tasty options like Barbeque Ribs & Grits, Veggie Lasagna, Steak & Arugula Salad, and Pan Fried Crab Cakes. Save room for one of their tempting desserts like Pasty Bread Pudding with sugar cane rum sauce. Yum.

FoodHeads
616 W. 34th Street
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 420-8400
http://www.yelp.com/biz/foodheads-austin

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