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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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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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Lambert’s Downtown Barbecue

August 7, 2013 by

Located in a beautifully restored, historic building, Lambert's Downtown Barbecue is the place to go for modern, inventive barbeque and artisanal cocktails. Lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch are featured, plus they’ve got live music in their upstairs bar and lounge every night. The lunch menu features tasty sandwiches like Pulled Pork Cuban, Chopped Beef Brisket and Smoked Chicken Salad BLT. Dinner rolls out taste pleasers like Cold Smoked Lockhart Quail, Country Style Pork Ribs, Black Angus Filet and Jumbo Gulf Shrimp & Grits. Chocolate Cream Pie and Maple Bread Pudding are among the uber-yummy desserts that await you. Stop by for brunch to get your day started with Warm Brioche Cinnamon Rolls, Slow Smoked Brisket Hash and Lambert’s Eggs Benedict. Open every day.

Lambert's Downtown Barbecue
401 W 2nd St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 494-1500
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lamberts-downtown-barbecue-austin

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Parkside: Sophisticated American Cuisine

July 24, 2013 by

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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Malaga Tapas & Bar: Spanish Sunshine

July 16, 2013 by

Taking its cue from the lush Spanish city on the Costa Del Sol, Malaga Tapas & Bar features a plentiful array of drinks and small plates served in a romantic setting. Authentic dishes include Albondigas in Salsa Brava – baked beef & pork meatballs in spicy tomato sauce, Marmitako – fisherman’s stew with tomato broth & potatoes, Empanadas Salamanca – spinach turnovers with mushrooms & cheese, and Plato de Quesos Y Frutas – a plate of assorted cheeses & fruit. Brunch is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10a.m. until 2p.m. with delectable fare that includes Baked Egg on Creamy Polenta, Veggie Scramble, and Torrijas – Spanish-style French Toast served with honey & lavender. Stop in on Wednesday nights for live flamenco. Open every day.

Malaga Tapas & Bar
440 W 2nd St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 236-8020
http://www.yelp.com/biz/malaga-tapas-and-bar-austin-2

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Hopfields: Not Your Usual Pub

June 26, 2013 by

If you’re on the lookout for a great neighborhood watering hole with a menu that ventures above the usual pub-grub, put Hopfields on your list of go-to places. It’s a fine spot to chill out with an artisan beer, glass of wine or refreshing cocktail. Order up something tasty from the French-themed menu to accompany your libation. Choices include Moules Frites – mussels in white wine broth with French fries, Ratatoille with fresh veggies, and Steak Frites – a 6-ounce filet with fries & Dijon mustard. The Pascal Burger is also a tasty option, topped with camembert, cornichons, caramelized onions & grain mustard. Save room for a luscious dessert crepe, like Tripel Karmeliet with lavender vanilla sugar and nutella. Open every day.

Hopfields
3110 Guadalupe St, Ste 400
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 537-0467
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hopfields-austin

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Cork and Co.: The Mighty Grape

June 12, 2013 by

Aficionados of the mighty grape congregate at Cork and Co., where a plentiful supply of wine from around the globe is arrayed for imbibing. Order a wine flight to sample an array of varietals. Each flight contains three 2-ounce pours of your choosing. Accompany your libations with something yummy for your tummy, like the Antipasto, Cheese & Charcuterie Plate with a sampling of goodies of your choosing. Other food choices include Baby Zach’s Smoked BBQ Hummus Plate and a Piccante Italiana Panini with peppered salami, prosciutto di Parma, smoked provolone and spicy cherry peppers. Increase your knowledge and appreciation of wine with one of their fun, informative classes. Upcoming choices include Wines of California, Wines of Oregon and Lone Star Wines. Open Monday through Saturday.

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

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Austin Food and Wine Alliance

June 4, 2013 by

The Austin Food and Wine Alliance is dedicated to promoting food/wine pairings in Central Texas community through grants, educational programming and fun events. The annual Chef’s Wine & Dine Series gives diners a chance to partake of a five-course meal paired with wine, prepared by some of the finest chefs the area. Wine & Swine is another yearly event that Austonians look forward to when area chefs prepare their favorite pork recipes for eager diners. Live music, an eclectic wine selection and hayrides add to the festivities. See their website for information on volunteering and upcoming events.

Austin Food and Wine Alliance
Austin, TX 78768
(512) 348-6847
http://www.yelp.com/biz/wine-and-swine-austin

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