Rob Reviews Gino’s Vino Osteria in Round Rock
The real beauty of Gino’s Vino Osteria in Round Rock is its authenticity and the evocative simplicity of its gorgeous dishes like the classic Caprese salad pictured above, featuring home-crafted mozzarella with gorgeous tomatoes and Balsamic vinegar. The pasta is also house-made daily and is splendid in its artisanal simplicity. The Linguine Nero in a […]
Homespun Kitchen in Dripping Springs has been getting slammed. Rain making it worse!
This picture of Homespun Kitchen and Bar graphically spells out what heavy rain can do to a restaurant. Owners Randy and Jennifer are great folks and could use your help! Homespun Kitchen and Bar 131 E Mercer St. Dripping Springs, Texas 78620 (512) 829-4064 www.homespunkitchenandbar.com
Rob’s Recommendations for Mother’s Day Dining
Looking for the perfect place to treat mom to a nice Mother’s Day meal? Below are some of my favorite recommendations for Mother’s Day dining in the Austin area. JULIET ITALIAN KITCHEN Juliet is a perennial favorite for Mother’s Day celebrations. Its warm, charming atmosphere and classic Italian-American cuisine are always a hit. […]
An Unusual Sight on a Traditional Mexican Menu: Crispy Calamari at Cielo Bistro Mexico
Cielo Bistro Mexico opened recently off Far West in Northwest Hills. The menu, in addition to the deliciously crispy Calamari, holds a number of must try items. I would have used the word “essentials” but that’s been kicked around far too often on wanna-be food sites. So no need for redundancy. Here are items I […]
How to Offend a True Cajun: The Real Story of Evangeline Bellefontaine
There is nothing more fiercely parochial among true Cajuns than their steadfast belief in the authenticity of Evangeline Bellefontaine. There are dozens of restaurants in and around NOLA that bear her name, including our own Evangeline Café here in Austin on Brodie Lane (who have a terrific étouffée, I might add). As iconic as she […]
Austin Food + Wine Festival Happening This Weekend
As much as I’ve enjoyed watching the Austin Food + Wine Festival grow from a small hill country event hosted by Ed and Susan Auler of Fall Creek Vineyards, I must admit that the sheer size of the current celebration of local and regional chefs is a bit intimidating. As much as I’d like to […]
The Best Operated Restaurants in Austin
Great food is not always an automatic given for making a restaurant successful. Restaurant customers expect friendly and attentive service and a minimum of minor annoyances, such as long lines or having to wait too long for the check. They also want to sense that their needs are understood and, most importantly, that they matter. […]
Rob’s First Tasting of Cielo Bistro Mexico
Cielo’s Sopes de Chicharron Cielo Bistro Mexico recently opened on 7032 Wood Hollow Drive off Far West in Northwest Hills. This is a revitalization for veteran Café Josie chef and founder Charles Mayes and his enthusiasm for a new style of authentic and regional Mexican cuisine is evident in every dish we tried. I was […]
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Rob and Don Pryor Talk about all the news on the local restaurant business on their Dining Out Austin Podcast. Click on this link for all of Rob and Don’s not-always-politically-correct commentary! (You can also find this on newsradioklbj.com.)
Cielo Bistro Mexico Opens in Northwest Hills
Cielo Bistro Mexico has recently opened on 7032 Wood Hollow Dr. in Northwest Hills. The restaurant is a collaborative effort between long time Café Josie chef Charles Mayes, wine specialist Joel Morales, and Brick Oven (35th st) owner Jay McBride. The menu looks to be somewhat upscale Mexican and has that signature Mays vibe to […]
Rob’s 2019 Easter Brunch Recommendations
Hi Foodies: It’s time to start planning for Easter Brunch. Over the next week, we’ll prepare a list for you of places I highly recommend. So read the list, make your plans and have a terrific day! THE OASIS This year’s Easter brunch at The Oasis on Lake Travis promises to be excellent as […]
