Wife & i are headed to Austin next weekend for our anniversary. 11 years, makeup for not being able to do much last year.
Looking for a good restaurant recommendation, for Saturday night. Was originally thinking III Forks (since the one in Houston closed), but we're looking for something a bit more budget friendly.
We're staying around the 183/35 area, but anywhere around town is fine. She's not the biggest BBQ or seafood fan, but if a place has alternative options, it's workable.
Still bummed that Frank & Angie's closed, it was a regular stop anytime we were in Austin.This message has been edited. Last edited by: P250UA5,
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July 17, 2021, 11:12 AM
btgoanna
Paddadeaux ,Pappasitos
Lousiana Longhorn , Jack Allen's, both in round rock
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July 17, 2021, 11:16 AM
erj_pilot
Check/search to see if the show Diner’s, Drive-Ins, and Dives has featured a local restaurant.
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July 17, 2021, 11:19 AM
P250UA5
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Originally posted by btgoanna: Paddadeaux ,Pappasitos
Lousiana Longhorn , Jack Allen's, both in round rock
We've got both Papa restaurants in Houston, but will look into the RR suggestions
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July 17, 2021, 11:45 AM
btgoanna
Z Tejas at arboretum is good too.
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July 17, 2021, 02:46 PM
Rey HRH
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Originally posted by erj_pilot: Check/search to see if the show Diner’s, Drive-Ins, and Dives has featured a local restaurant.
I came in to give this same recommendation. I've been on two cross country drives and used this website for states. I have never gone to a triple D restaurant and be disappointed. What I do is go to a state then pin those locations on my own Google map. Then I plan my trip and see which ones are along the way.
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July 17, 2021, 03:28 PM
TXJIM
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Originally posted by btgoanna: Z Tejas at arboretum is good too.
That’s the original location and I believe they are closing the doors if they have not already.
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July 17, 2021, 03:36 PM
Il Cattivo
Go online and check out the menus for the Hyde Park Bar and Grill (specifically the Duval location - the food is better) and the Moonshine Patio Bar and Grill (next to the Convention Center, but be advised: no reservations taken and the wait was 45 minutes to an hour for lunch today).
July 17, 2021, 03:37 PM
btgoanna
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Originally posted by TXJIM:
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Originally posted by btgoanna: Z Tejas at arboretum is good too.
That’s the original location and I believe they are closing the doors if they have not already.
You are right . It closed. Seems opening in Avery Ranch soon
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July 17, 2021, 04:18 PM
btgoanna
If you willing to drive to Georgetown, then Fuego Latino Gastropub is real good. I'd make sure to have a reservation
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July 17, 2021, 05:23 PM
arfmel
Have some snacks along to eat in the car while you’re stuck in traffic.
July 17, 2021, 07:56 PM
SR025
Fixe but it’s in downtown
July 17, 2021, 08:30 PM
StorminNormin
If you are looking for somewhere good that is unique to Austin the Chez Zee is a great restaurant. I have usually only gone for brunch, but they have great food for all meals. They are at 2222 and Mopac area. https://www.chez-zee.com/
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July 17, 2021, 08:39 PM
P250UA5
Thanks for all the recommendations, will look into them.
I want to say I remember seeing Chez Zee before, I lived off MoPac & Far West for a couple years in college.
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July 18, 2021, 12:39 AM
jprebb
I had some really good pizza at DeSano Pizzeria Napoletana. www.desanopizza.com
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July 18, 2021, 07:49 AM
46and2
Clay Pit downtown is good Indian food.
July 18, 2021, 08:27 AM
Jimbo Jones
Gloria's (Mexican and Salvadoran) downtown is amazing. Ate there a couple months ago visiting my daughter. Great bar. Not super expensive. Lots of bars downtown as well.
South Congress Cafe on South Congress is excellent. Its been a few years since I ate there but as I recall it was very good. Also its right next to Allen's Boots, thats been in business for over 40 years. SoCo is More relaxed than downtown, more of a shopping venue if your wife is looking for that.
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July 18, 2021, 10:09 AM
iron chef
All of the following are close to I-35 & 183 except for Odd Duck.
Chi'lantro - Korean fusion
Julie's Noodles - Chinese noodle & dumplings are their specialy. Their soup dumplings (sounds like 'siao long bao') are must-try items.
Dai Due - farm-to-table, expensive
Salt & Time - cross between a butcher shop & expensive restaurant
Salty Sow - known for their duck fat fries
Uchiko - sushi joint, slightly less expensive version of Uchi, which has long been rated as one of the best restaurants in Austin
Lima Criolla - Peruvian food, a Latin alternative to all the Tex-Mex & Mexican places
Via 313 - Detroit style pizza
Foreign & Domestic - fine dining
Odd Duck - fine dining in South-Central Austin
July 18, 2021, 10:52 AM
TexasScrub
I might be biased here (and its pricey) but I love the Comedor. 10 page wine/beer/cocktail menu and food that Bobbly Flay loves!
Ask for Chef Amber and tell her uncle Matthew says hi.
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July 18, 2021, 10:57 AM
46and2
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Originally posted by Jimbo Jones: Gloria's (Mexican and Salvadoran) downtown is amazing. Ate there a couple months ago visiting my daughter. Great bar. Not super expensive. Lots of bars downtown as well.
South Congress Cafe on South Congress is excellent. Its been a few years since I ate there but as I recall it was very good. Also its right next to Allen's Boots, thats been in business for over 40 years. SoCo is More relaxed than downtown, more of a shopping venue if your wife is looking for that.
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