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Feel Like Family at Authentic Gabriela’s Downtown

January 8, 2020 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

Margarita Flight Gabriela's Downtown — Try a margarita or flight of margaritas with a view of downtown

Austin patios are joyous gathering places for eating, drinking, people-watching, and–ideally–basking in the golden glow of the setting sun with a glorious view. Happily for us, we have Gabriela’s Downtown for all of the above.

Gabriela’s seems to have hit the ground running, almost immediately attracting friendly crowds to its beautiful patio. Besides tasty margarita flights, massive micheladas with over-the-top extras, and homemade horchata that alone is worth a visit, Gabriela’s also has great food.

Anthem Serves Impressive Brunch Menu Full of Asian-Latin Fusion

October 22, 2019 by Katrina Cervantes Leave a Comment

Sesame Avocado Toast at Anthem in Austin — Sesame avocado toast (Credit: Anthem)

Rainey Street is a hub for nightlife. Flush with music, late-night food trucks, and a beer garden, it has all of the fun and (sometimes) less of the Sixth Street crowds. But recently, I had the privilege of experiencing Rainey in a different light: at 10 a.m. on a Saturday during brunch at Anthem.

We Hope Buenos Aires Café Will Be Around a Long, Long Time

October 2, 2019 by Joleen Jernigan Leave a Comment

Brunch Menu at Buenos Aires Cafe — Pink bubbly from the updated wine menu is a perfect brunch accompaniment

Austinites get into a real lather when it comes to brunch. We love brunch! An Austinot favorite, Buenos Aires Café–Este, has begun serving brunch on Saturday. It’s a standout among local brunch menus, with delicious dishes you won’t find anywhere else.

I was invited to taste the brunch at Buenos Aires with owner/chef Paola Guerrero-Smith. She filled me in on what’s new with her 14-year-old Austin restaurant, including the Saturday brunch and revamped wine list.

Ooga Booga Takes Breakfast All Day to Next Level With Stuffed Waffles

August 6, 2019 by Brittany Ballard Leave a Comment

Ooga Booga Waffles Food Truck in Austin — Ooga Booga Waffles offers delicious stuffed waffles from a food truck on Burnet Road

Imagine your favorite breakfast item. Now, imagine it stuffed inside a waffle. Local food truck and catering company, Ooga Booga Waffles, has taken Austin’s waffle game to the next level. The local business has created a fun twist on a traditional breakfast item, and it’s something you don’t want to miss.

Whether you’re a fan of sweet or savory items, Ooga Booga Waffles will make your next breakfast one of your most waffle-tastic.

5 Local Choices When You’re Craving Pancakes in Austin

January 14, 2019 by Camellia Falcon Leave a Comment

Best Pancakes in Austin

Pancakes are perfect for so many occasions. Woke up late and need food? Pancake. Doing a show binge and need a break? Pancake. On your way home from a night dancing? Want to show someone you care? You get the picture. Also, Shrove Tuesday, which is celebrated in some traditions with pancakes, is quickly approaching. We must prepare, Austin! Thankfully, our city has several local establishments that can satisfy a diversity of pancake preferences and occasions.

Have You Done Brunch at These 6 Local Restaurants in Austin?

November 13, 2017 by Vi Chetan Leave a Comment

Austin Brunch at Native Hostel

Fried chicken sandwich at Native

Brunch is a way of life. There’s an art to finding the perfect place, with the perfect vibe, that serves that egg just the way you like it. Austin originals Magnolia Cafe, Kerbey Lane, and Juan in a Million have fan followings that could put a celebrity to shame. The oldies are goldies, and nobody doubts that. But consider having a go at some of the newer restaurants Austin has to offer. I did the research for you, and suggest these six local spots to satisfy your brunch cravings.

Find Your Austin Brunch Nirvana at 3 Tasty Spots on East 11th Street

June 21, 2017 by Joleen Jernigan 2 Comments

Paperboy Breakfast Toast for Austin Brunch

Ricotta and blackberry sauce top Paperboy’s breakfast toast (Credit: Dan Oatis)

Austin rocks at brunch. We show up in droves for yummy breakfast foods and casual socializing. Fantastic brunch options can be found throughout the city, but one East Austin intersection stands out as a hipster brunch triangle extraordinaire. Bring your dog, too—each of these places has a dog-friendly area. [Read more…]

No More Waiting Until the Weekend Because El Burro Serves Brunch Daily

March 1, 2017 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

El Burro Seating Austin

El Burro is now open for lunch and brunch (Credit: Jessica Pino)

Editor’s Note: El Burro closed suddenly in July 2017.

I love checking out new restaurants because I like to experience a restaurant in its infancy stage, when it’s still learning to “walk.” It can be rewarding to watch a local restaurant come into its own. I find that younger restaurants are also more likely to take risks and experiment, as they figure out their style and role in the community they serve.

El Burro, located in the Lamar Union, is one of Austin’s infant restaurants I recently checked out. From the owners of VOX Table, El Burro opened its doors in December 2016. When they started serving brunch and lunch, I couldn’t stay away. [Read more…]

Cocktails, Bar Food and Brunch at Revelry Kitchen + Bar on East Sixth

January 18, 2017 by Jessica Pino Leave a Comment

Murals Revelry Kitchen and Bar

Murals adorn the walls at Revelry Kitchen + Bar (Credit: RKB)

While the word revelry means “lively and noisy festivities, especially when these involve drinking a large amount of alcohol,” according to Oxford Dictionary, don’t let Revelry Kitchen + Bar fool you. Their food inspires just as much merriment as their cocktails. Even better, all the festivities won’t leave you broke.

One of the newest spots on East Sixth Street, Revelry strives to give revelers an affordable, boisterous and inviting choice among the many watering holes in the area. I went for Sunday brunch and stayed for the drinks. Every aspect of Revelry Kitchen + Bar is on point. Here’s all you need to know before heading there. [Read more…]

The Park at the Domain Makes Weekend Brunch All About the Atmosphere

September 22, 2016 by Brittany Highland Leave a Comment

The Park at the Domain Exterior

The Park at the Domain (Credit: Eric Highland)

Is brunch about the type of food you eat, or is it about the experience? For General Manager Robert Van Delden and the rest of the team at The Park at the Domain, it’s definitely the latter. This Austin-based restaurant has a mission to cultivate a relaxing, memorable brunch atmosphere every weekend in North Austin, and at their second location on South Lamar. Fortunately, the importance of delicious comfort food isn’t forgotten along the way. [Read more…]