III Forks in Frisco: Rob Reviews the Sister Restaurant of an Austin Favorite
Those of you who frequent this website or who listen to my reviews on 590 KLBJ know that I’m a fan of local Austin steakhouse III Forks. So on a recent visit trip to Justin, Texas (outside Fort Worth) to visit my daughter Lauren and her partner Jade, we decided to head over to Frisco […]
Our Readers Weigh in on the Best Steaks in Austin: The Winner? III Forks
We’ve been polling our readers periodically about restaurants for their favorite foods in Austin. Normally the results come back in on kind of a bell shaped curve with most scores falling within two standard deviations of the mean. But in the case of Best place for steaks, the bell-shaped curve was blown to bits! Hands […]
III Forks Reopens Curbside Takeout with Aplomb
A few weeks ago we regretfully reported that III Forks downtown had suspended their curbside takeout services and deliveries. But almost immediately they began working on a plan to reopen those services as soon as they felt they could safely serve their customers. Then came the announcement late last week that they had resumed services. […]
In the Midst of Remodeling, III Forks Still Delivers a Killer Ribeye
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
Rob Enjoys Terrific Wagyu Tasting at III Forks
Wagyu is the name for Japanese beef. It is beautifully marbled and highly prized for its amazing texture. In a tasting At III Forks last week, I had the chance to sit down with Chef Eric Nixon and sample various cuts of Wagyu raised in Pittsburgh, Tex. The beef is characterized by layers of fat […]
III Forks is a Gonzo Steakhouse to be Sure but Look at These Scallops
We had these lovely scallops at III Forks recently. Of course the steaks are terrific there, but don’t overlook the upper left side of the menu and be sure to order this stunning appetizer. Then get the bone-in ribeye! III Forks 111 Lavaca St Austin, TX 78701 (512) 474-1776 www.3Forks.com
III Forks: The Classic Downtown Steakhouse
For a great may reasons, not the least of which is a beautifully marbled 18 oz bone-in ribeye with a wonderful first bite rush of flavor, III Forks has evolved into a classic downtown steakhouse. The bar is engaging and it looks as a steakhouse bar should: sleek, sophisticated, and inviting with touches of marble […]
III Forks
111 Lavaca St. Austin, TX 78701 (512) 474-1776 Mon-Thu: 5pm-10pm Fri-Sat: 5pm-11pm Sun: 5pm-9pm REVIEW IIIforks.com
Verdes
Verdes is a new Mexican grill on Hamilton Pool Road in a area of SW Austin that has relatively few restaurants. Owner Joel Mungia comes from a Carrabas background so he knows a thing or two about grilling.
Verdes – Round Rock
2000 South IH-35 Ste. D1 Round Rock, Texas (512) 255-6587 — Sun-Thu: 11am-10pm Fri-Sat: 11am-11pm 16018 Hamilton Pool Rd. Austin, TX 78738 (512) 263-0500 — Sun: 11am-9pm Mon-Thu: 4-9pm Fri: 4-10pm Sat: 3-10pm REVIEW MENU – Hamilton Pool Rd. verdesmexicanrr.com verdesmexican.com Antojitos Calabaza Cakes 7.99 spaghetti squash, stewed chicken, parmesan cheese, poblano cream sauce […]
Freda’s Seafood Grille
10903 Pecan Park Blvd. Austin, TX 78750 (512) 506-8700 Mon-Thu: 11am-10pm Fri-Sat: 11am-11pm Sun: 10am-9pm — REVIEW fredasseafoodgrille.com Happy Hour, Mon-Sun: 4-7pm Wednesday 1/2 off select bottles of wine Thursday 4-Close, ladies nite, free champagne Sunday buffet 10am-2pm Wine dinner every month Live music Wednesday-Saturday — APPETIZERS Freda’s Crab Cake — $12 Roasted […]
Homespun Kitchen and Bar
131 E. Mercer St. Dripping Springs, TX 78620 (512) 829-4064 Tue-Thu: 11am-3pm Tue-Thu: 5-9pm Fri-Sat: 11am-3pm Fri-Sat: 5-10pm REVIEW homespunkitchenandbar.com (updated July 29, 2014) Limited sushi service on Tuesday nights (Sushi Menu updated September 11, 2014)
Zed’s
501 Canyon Ridge Dr. Austin, TX 78753 (512) 339-9337 Tues-Thu: 11am-10pm Fri-Sat: 11am-11pm Sun: 11am-4pm Mon: Closed REVIEW zeds.bz
Andiamo
2521 Rutland Dr. #325 Austin, TX 78758 (512) 719-3377 Mon-Fri: 11am-2:30pm Mon-Fri: 5pm-10pm Sat: 5pm-10pm REVIEW andiamoitaliano.com Specials Menu dello Chef Five-course Chef’s tasting menu 65 Menu Vegetariano Four course Chef’s vegetarian tasting menu 55 Antipasti Zuppa del Giorno Soup of the Day 7 Involtini di Melanzane Breaded eggplant, stuffed with Mozzarella and Ricotta […]
Imperia
310 Colorado Austin, TX 78701 (512) 472-6770 Mon-Wed: 4pm-11:30pm Thu-Fri: 4:30pm-Midnight Sat: 5:30pm-Midnight Sun: 5:30pm-11pm REVIEW imperia-austin.com