Dining Out in Dripping: A Sampling of Rob’s Recommendations
Dripping Springs has grown from a sleepy country suburb of Austin where restaurant choices were very limited to a vibrant community where the restaurant scene has grown along with the town. Here’s a look at some of my favorites. TILLIE’SLocated on a hilltop overlooking the Hill Country, Tillie’s is an American-style restaurant with a thoughtful […]
Austin’s Best Easter Brunches for 2021
Hi Food fans. It has been awhile since we posted a holiday dining page and given all that’s occurred in the past year it’s my distinct pleasure to bring you our recommendations for Easter brunch menus across the River City. HYDE PARK BAR & GRILLEFounder and Owner Bick Brown has kept this iconic spot percolating […]
Austin’s Great Soups: A Winter Necessity
Is it cold enough for you, Austin? This ridiculously frigid weather has only one redeeming quality. It drives us toward steaming hot bowls of great soups, many of which are available here in the River City. Here are some of my top recommendations: THE CREAMY PEPPER SOUP AT THE PIZZA CAVEHighly recommend this one. Owner […]
Quick Picks For Valentine’s Day Dining in Austin
Looking for last minute ideas for Valentine’s Day dining in Austin? See below for some favorite spots around town that are sure to be a hit … and possibly even melt a heart or two. EMMER & RYEArtisanal craftsmanship on Rainey Street. CICLOLatin flavored cuisine downtown at the Four Seasons. SUERTEThe name means “dream” in […]
It’s Getting Cold: What Better Time to Share Our Favorite Soups
As frost grows on the pumpkins it’s time to start thinking about great soups at Austin area restaurants. Here are some of my best picks: TEXICAN CAFE Seriously good tortilla soup as pictured above. Smooth without being tricked up. Wonderfully savory with great mouth feel. CAFE BLUE One of the best New England style clam […]
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 Dining Suggestions for Christmas Day
If you are among those who don’t feel like toiling in the kitchen to prepare a great Christmas dinner, there are plenty of less strenuous options and we have a few excellent suggestions for you: 24 Diner This is a perfect spot open on Christmas Day and they have terrific food. Turkey and fixins? No […]
Rob’s Thanksgiving Dinner Recommendations
Need a last minute suggestion for Thanksgiving dinner? Look no further. You will enjoy all of these terrific Austin-area options. III Forks Steakhouse & Seafood We’ve enjoyed our Thanksgiving dinners for the last two years at III Forks. They don’t do a buffet which I like. Instead, they offer platters of white and brown meat […]
Make Pops Happy on Father’s Day at Any of These Dad-Friendly Restaurants
Looking for the perfect place to take your Dad for a special Father’s Day meal? Here are some suggestions for a few of our favorites. The Oasis The Oasis on Lake Travis is hard to beat – it’s a perennial favorite that everyone is sure to enjoy. III Forks What Dad wouldn’t want to […]
Mother’s Day Dining Suggestions
There’s a commonality among many of the restaurants suggested here: they are warm and hospitable, and the food is GREAT! Happy Mother’s Day to all of our foodie moms. The Oasis on Lake Travis The Oasis is always a great choice for honoring your mom on Mother’s Day. Check out their mothers day specials above. […]
