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Driskill Grill: Austin Farm to Table Fare

March 20, 2013 by

One of Austin’s most prestigious restaurants, the Driskill Grill – located within the Driskill Hotel – is an award-winning New American restaurant that serves up innovative and exciting food to a clientele of appreciative diners. The establishment has pulled in multiple Awards of Excellence from Wine Spectator magazine, as well as solid Zagat ratings year after year. Under the guidance of Executive Chef Jonathan Gelman, the kitchen produces exceptional menus that dazzle diners. If you don’t feel like deciding, put yourself in the chef’s capable hands with his nightly three-course “farm to table” prix fixe menu, which never disappoints. Eaters who feel like dining a la carte have an excellent selection of dishes, with some favorites including the prime aged filet mignon with smoked cheddar grits, roasted wild mushrooms and glazed onions, as well as the Hawaiian ahi poke.

Driskill Grill
604 Brazos Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 391-7162
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“Chillax” at Shady Grove

December 24, 2012 by

Nestled in a grove of pecan trees, Shady Grove has offered American comfort food favorites since 1992. Regulars love their beefy chili — anything on the menu that features this signature creation is a guaranteed hit. The chili cheese fries, Frito pie and chicken fried steak topped with green chili sauce are also perennial favorites. If you want lighter fare, there are several salads as well as the popular vegetarian “hippie” sandwich which layers grilled veggies, mozzarella, and pesto onto homemade bread. Old-fashioned stone work complete with a fireplace makes Shady Grove a great place to stay a while and savor your food. Their outdoor patio is spacious and every Thursday they host “Unplugged at the Grove” which features Austin’s musical talent.  Don't miss the mixed drinks, either …
 

Shady Grove
1624 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 474-9991
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Wink: A Flirtatious and Delicious Bite

November 27, 2012 by

If you’re looking for a relaxing fine dining experience, Austin’s Wink might be right up your alley. Although the food prepared by chefs Mark Paul and Stewart Scruggs is incredibly vivid, flavorful cuisine that can go toe-to-toe with any restaurant in Austin, Wink works hard to keep its menu accessible and comfortable as well. This philosophy has paid off, as local foodies have nothing but raves about the place. Focusing on using only the best sustainably sourced ingredients, signature dishes include the fantastic sweetbreads, truffled macaroni & cheese, and the flavorful, moist duck breast. The dining room is small— really small—so be warned, you might make some new friends. The service is so welcoming that you won’t even notice the slightly cramped surroundings a bite or two into your meal. Stop into the adjoining wine bar for reasonably priced appetizers and wine from the restaurant’s impressive cellar.

Wink
1014 N. Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 482-8868

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The Carillon: Ring The Bells

November 13, 2012 by

Austin’s culinary scene has been booming in recent years, with a number of focused, motivated chefs bringing new perspectives in fine dining to grateful eaters. Chef Josh Watkins’ tenure at The Carillon began in 2008, after he returned to Texas and worked alongside famed chef David Bull at the Driskill Grill. Watkins appeared alongside Bull on TV show Iron Chef America, where he showed off his impressive skills, and not long after he was recruited to open the Carillon. Every aspect of this restaurant is top-notch. The staff is attentive without being intrusive, the décor is classy and comfortable, and the food is some of the best you’ll find in town. Frequent diners rave about the incredible spinach salad with house bacon and poached egg yolk, as well as the duck leg confit with root vegetables and white bean cassoulet. They also offer both three-course and six-course tasting menus, which come highly recommended.

The Carillon
1900 University Avenue
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 404-3655
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Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill: Classic American Food With a Twist

August 21, 2012 by

If you’re looking for high-quality New American food in a great setting, Moonshine is one of Austin’s most popular restaurants. Moonshine is located just a short strip from tree in the Waterloo Compound, which includes some of the oldest commercial buildings in Austin. The restaurant opened in 2003 to rave reviews and has been racking up the accolades ever since. When you sit down for your first meal, you’ll understand why—the menu here takes traditional favorites and reinterprets them impeccably. Regulars recommend the spectacular roasted garlic bulbs and the unusual corndog shrimp, which is way better than it sounds. The green chili mac and cheese is also a favorite, packing the perfect amount of heat. Entrees get great reviews across the board, with an amazing pork chop and rainbow trout stuffed with cornbread and sweet potatoes garnering raves. The restaurant also offers an amazingly popular brunch. Lines can get really long, so make a reservation if you don’t want to wait.

Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill
303 Red River Street
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 236-9599

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