Craig Gatewood Back in the Saddle with Peso and Bucks on Barton Springs
One of Austin’s long-term restaurant owners, Craig Gatewood, is ready to launch a new concept called Peso and Bucks on Barton Springs at the former site of Vinny’s Italian Café. As you might imagine from the name, the emphasis will be on comfort food at affordable prices. Gatewood is a savvy operator who has great […]
Soto Japanese/Sushi Opens in Lakeline Mall
Far north Austin has been a bit arid with regard to Japanese/Sushi places. No longer! Soto in Lakeline Mall opened 10 days ago, and this place appears to have some serious cred. Chef Andy, all of 28-years-old worked under the legendary Masaharu Morimoto in Philadelphia, and has immediately put his imprimatur on this place with […]
Smashbuger to Open Three Austin Locations
My friend and business writer for the ABJ reveals that Denver chain Smashburger is set to open three Austin locations in the next week and a half. While I doubt this will send shivers up the spines of local and long-revered burger vendors, Smashburger has lots of fans around the country. First location will be […]
Once More into the Breach: John Mueller is Back
Listen up BBQ fans, one of the local legends of the pit, John Mueller, is back again at 2500 East 6th St. After the well-publicized split with his sister, I predicted that the well-traveled Mueller would be back soon. This time it’s the John Muller Meat Co.. Different name but still the best beef ribs […]
Pieous Opens at 12005 Highway 290
A new pizza plus joint named Pieous has opened at 12005 Highway 290 W. just before Nutty Brown’s. Stopped in for a quick bite, and was impressed enough that I’ll be making a dinner out of it again within the next week. Curious location for such a neat little place (site of former Cartwright’s BBQ), […]
Tokyo Steakhouse on Burnet Opens for Lunch
It’s funny how some people have trouble with restaurant ownership transitions. Case in point is the old Benihana on Burnet Rd. which became Tokyo Steakhouse after the sale. The new restaurant is every bit as good as the old; indeed their sushi chef hails from the very successful Kenichi. The Teppanyaki concept is healthy and […]
Willie G’s Opens at Site of Former McCormick and Schmick’s Downtown
The building that used to house McCormick and Schmick’s at 4th and Congress has now given way to upscale Steak and Seafood chain Willie G’s. I, for one, am very glad to see it because the empty space, large as it is, stood out like a sore thumb for over a year. I suspected that […]
Winflo Osteria Opens on W. 6th
A new pizza and pasta emporium called Winflo Osteria has opened at 1315 West 6th. The menu is much more diverse than your normal East Coast pizza parlor (usually pizza, and maybe a salad, or clams on the half shell) and is more reflective of an Osteria one would find in Italy. One thing that’s […]
Lenoir is a Must-Visit
One of the reasons that Elmar Prambs at Trio, the majordomo of Austin fine dining chefs, has had such longevity is that he knows how to spot talent. Todd Duplechan is a great example. After ably honing his craft under Prambs at Trio, Todd opted out for a new challenge and began Lenoir at 1807 […]
Modern Thai Restaurant Sway Opens on South 1st
Sway, which is being billed as a modern Thai restaurant, has opened at 1417 South First Street. It’s a collaboration between La Condessa‘s Rene Ortiz and Ched du Cuisine Alexis Chong, and the initial reports from our readers are enthusiastic. Ortiz and his team appear to have eschewed the more traditional Thai soups and stir-fried […]
Llamas Peruvian Food Trailer Expands Hours
A very neat little Peruvian food trailer at 7th and Trinity helmed by Julio-Cesar Florez Zaplana has moved to a lunch schedule as well as dinner. They are now offering lunch from Sunday-Friday from 11am to 3pm. Try the pork belly sandwich which is delicious, or the or the beef heart if you’re a bit […]
Circle H Lodge: Gourmet Dining and Spectacular Lodging on Inks Lake
We literally stumbled upon the coolest B&B on Inks Lake a short time ago. It’s called Circle H Lodge. Not only are the rooms and lakeside setting spectacular, but Chef Matthew Weyland is available for gourmet dinners and terrific custom breakfasts Diners must be staying at the lodge. Ask for the Jefe Room. It’s amazing. […]
Restaurant Jezebel Opens
Restaurant Jezebel on 800 West 6th is the latest addition from one of my favorite chefs, Parind Vora. Many may remember Vora as the target of animal rights activists who repeatedly hurled vials of blood against the window of his former Congress Ave. restaurant, Jezebel. This was because he refused to stop serving Hudson Valley […]
Hoover’s Cooking to License Restaurant at Bergstrom Airport
Hoover Alexander has always been able to deliver that down-home finger-lickin’ good southern style of cuisine at this restaurant on Manor, Hoover’s Cooking. But now the East-side impresario has found a way to bring the dishes at Hoover’s Cooking to Bergstrom International Airport. Hoover has signed a licensing agreement with DNC where he allows him […]
Larry McGuire’s Latest: Clark’s Oyster Bar Opens
Like Oysters? Well then head to Clark’s Oyster Bar and 1200 W. 6th St. in the Clarksville neighborhood. This is the latest opening from young dynamo Larry McGuire (Lambert’s, Perlas, Elizabeth St.). I like the look of the oysters on the menu, although I’ll be damned if I can figure out how they managed to […]
