In Search of Breakfast Tacos? Try the Breakfast Quesadillas at Austin Java on 290 West

Posted by on Sep 24, 2019 in Breakfast, Dripping Springs, Mexican Breakfast, Morning Fare

We’ve all experienced that undeniable craving for a great breakfast taco. Sausage or bacon, eggs, cheese and onions (in my case) along with a zesty salsa, and of course, freshly made and uber-soft flour tortillas. In the mist of such a craving moment I walked into Austin Java on 290 West. I noticed breakfast quesadillas […]

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In the Midst of Remodeling, III Forks Still Delivers a Killer Ribeye

Posted by on Sep 20, 2019 in Downtown, Fine Dining, Steaks

We had this ribeye Thursday night at III Forks on Lavaca. They are remodeling the restaurant, which will undoubtedly embellish the always comforting and inviting decor. But the 18 oz prime bone in ribeye was as good or better than ever!   III Forks 111 Lavaca St Austin, TX 78701 (512) 474-1776 www.3Forks.com

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Ciclo At Four Seasons Maintains the Tradition of the Best Sunday Brunch

Posted by on Sep 18, 2019 in Brunch, Cuisine, Downtown, Fine Dining

The Sunday brunch at Four Seasons has long held the acknowledged top spot as the best in the city. The transition to Ciclo as the main restaurant has done little to change that. Executive chef and major-domo Elmar Prambs and his crew continue to shine. Our last visit there was delightful. The antipasto and Caprese […]

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Texican Cafe Opens Fourth Location in Kyle

Posted by on Sep 11, 2019 in Openings, South, Tex-Mex

One of Austin’s most iconic and popular Mexican restaurants, Texican Cafe, has opened it’s fourth area location in Kyle. The El Paso style Texican is well known for its amazing cabrito, Hatch chiles, queso flameado, delicious sour cream enchiladas, shrimp flautas and appetizers like the stuffed jalapeños with genuine jalapeño jelly. Their weekend breakfasts are […]

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Why are David Joseph of El Patio and Rob Smiling? Because El Patio is Reopening in September!!

Posted by on Sep 11, 2019 in News, Openings, Tex-Mex

Could there be better news for Tex-Mex lovers in Austin? Hard to say what that might be, but the fact that the beloved and iconic El Patio is reopening shortly is hard to top. The closing night of El Patio was mingled with both joy and sadness, but virtually none of the family owners were […]

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Every Restaurant Critic Needs a Companion. I Happen to Have the Perfect One.

Posted by on Sep 9, 2019 in Rob's Blog

We’ve all read many restaurant reviews where the reviewer refers to what his “companion” tried, or lines like “my companion found the foie gras to be flawless and I was inclined to agree.” So where would we critics be without the requisite foil that allows us to convey that we’re not sitting on our asses […]

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Hoover Alexander, the Most Beloved Restaurateur in Austin!

Posted by on Sep 7, 2019 in Comfort Food, Rob's Blog

This is my man, the king of Southern fried soul food and owner of Hoover’s Cooking on Manor Road. Hoover Alexander is not only a brilliant chef, but a flat out great guy and friend. We go back over 30 years to his days at Toulouse on West 6th Street. In all those years I’ve […]

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The Secret to Getting the Best Moist Brisket at PoK-e-Jo’s

Posted by on Sep 6, 2019 in Barbecue

I was lunching with owner PoK-e-Jo’s owner Danny Haberman last week and I remarked about how tasty the moist brisket was. Then Danny gave me a tip. Each morning around 11, Pitmaster Demetrio brings out the latest briskets from the smoker. So head over to the Brodie Oaks store at that time and ask for […]

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Creek Road Cafe’s Clam Chowder Just Keeps Getting Better

Posted by on Sep 6, 2019 in Cuisine, Dripping Springs

You can always tell a lot about the quality of what a restaurant will offer farther down the menu by one simple barometer: their soups! The first time I tried Chef Chae’s clam chowder at Creek Road Café in Dripping Springs, I had no doubt what would follow: pure unadulterated excellence! And you know what? […]

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Rob Finishes Recent BBQ Austin BBQ Tour at Franklin. Lip Smackin’ Good!

Posted by on Sep 3, 2019 in Barbecue

My journey into the heart of Austin BBQ for Forbes.com ended at Franklin Barbecue. Here I was chowing down, of course, with the sumptuous pork ribs. Read the article on Forbes.com by clicking on this link.

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Danny Haberman Keeps the Local Tradition of PoK-e-Jo’s Alive and Well

Posted by on Aug 22, 2019 in Barbecue

PoK-e-Jo’s is an Austin BBQ tradition. And Danny Haberman has seen that this family business has grown and prospered by focusing on customer service and great ‘cue along with some of the best sides in the city. In a city that has been virtually overrun with national and regional chains, PoK-e-Jo’s stands as a beacon […]

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Rob’s Take on Austin BBQ is Live on Forbes.com

Posted by on Aug 22, 2019 in Barbecue, News, Rob On Cuisine, Rob's Blog

When a national site like Forbes.com asks you for your favorite BBQ joints in Austin, it’s very cool. Click on the image above or this link to read the article.

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Rob Reviews The League Kitchen & Tavern at Belterra Village

Posted by on Aug 6, 2019 in Dripping Springs, Fine Dining, Reviews

I have known The League Kitchen & Tavern co-owner Tony Ciola since he worked for his father Dan at the family owned Italian restaurant Ciola’s in Lakeway. Back then his goal was to be a high-level baseball pitcher, but an injury caused him to put that dream on hold and immerse himself in the restaurant […]

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Scott Roberts Leads Salt Lick from BBQ to Wine

Posted by on Aug 5, 2019 in Barbecue, West, Wine & Spirits

I had an enjoyable meeting last week with The Salt Lick BBQ honcho Scott Roberts. We tasted some astonishingly good new dishes like bison ribs and (yes, you’re reading this this correctly) smoked tofu. But the biggest takeaways for me were the wines from Salt Lick Cellars. The Tempranillo was exceptionally balanced with great mouth […]

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Tillie’s at Camp Lucy Serves Sunday Brunch Amidst Painstakingly Imported Artifacts

Posted by on Aug 4, 2019 in Brunch, Dripping Springs, Fine Dining

Tillie’s owner Whit Hanks has traveled the world collecting religious relics and beautiful statues. How appropriate that they frame the wonderful dishes at Tillie’s that constitute one of the Hill Country’s best brunches. Chef Brandon Martin‘s brunch unfolds one delicious dish at a time beginning with a classic French Toast (below) and followed by a […]

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