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Fresa's is delicious, so don't let the one-star reviews bitching & moaning about price deter you from trying it out. Form your own opinion. Avoid Yelp group-think. I've been three times and ordered the whole chicken, and each time have ended up with a very satisfying dinner, and equally satisfying lunch the next day. I personally hope these "high-minded places" keep popping up, because quite frankly, they've elevated the level of food in Austin. Cheap isn't always better.
I had a great experience at Carmax Austin South when trying to take advantage of their "Sell us Your Car" program. The sales consultant who assisted me, Jon Parton, was very friendly and knowledgeable, and made the process as quick, easy and painless as possible. Although the transaction ended up not happening due to external factors, Jon was a professional from start to finish.
If you're in the market for a used car and want to avoid a used car sales experience, I'd highly recommend going to Carmax Austin South, AND ask for Jon Parton as your sales consultant.
If you're in the market for a used car and want to avoid a used car sales experience, I'd highly recommend going to Carmax Austin South, AND ask for Jon Parton as your sales consultant.
315 Congress Ave
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 482-8200
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 482-8200
Swifts Attic
Categories:
American (New),
Gastropubs,
Beer, Wine & Spirits
Neighborhoods: Warehouse District, Downtown
Went for the soft opening this week and came away very impressed. The scallops dish was amazing, as was the cracker jack dessert. It appeared they were still getting the bar side of the house in order, but I'm looking forward to going back and trying some good craft cocktails. The space is great as well and makes good use of the old bones of the building.
Amazing cocktails & cool speakeasy atmosphere = perfect escape from typical dirty 6th nastiness. I can definitely see myself coming here often.
3411 Glenview Ave
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 467-9898
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 467-9898
Olive & June
Categories:
American (New),
Italian
Neighborhood: Bryker Woods
Excellent food - unlike any other Italian in Austin. That said, the service on Saturday night had a few kinks that need to be worked out before Olive & June truly fires on all cylinders. I'll definitely be back, but plan on giving them some time to get the service side of the house in order. The food, however, was amazing.
3010 S Lamar Blvd
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 394-8156
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 394-8156
Wholly Cow
Category:
Burgers
Neighborhoods: 78704 (South Austin), South Lamar District
Good, but not 4.5 star good. Maybe 3.5 on a generous day. The burger was a bit overcooked and under seasoned. The fries were hand cut, but a little soggy. Big plus for friendly service and a unique concept by being hosted inside a convenience store.
1807 S 1st St
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 215-9778
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 215-9778
Lenoir
Category:
American (New)
Neighborhoods: 78704 (South Austin), So-Fi (S. 1st St. District), Bouldin Creek
5-star experience from start to finish! The space was cozy, beautiful and intimate, and our waiter Clinton was super nice and very helpful. The menu is compact, well-curated, and delicious from start to finish. Definitely recommend for a date night, or if you're just a foodie in search of a good meal!
3407 Greystone Dr
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 795-8593
Austin, TX 78731
(512) 795-8593
Musashino Sushi Dokoro
Categories:
Japanese,
Sushi Bars
Neighborhood: Allandale
Order the Musashino Ramen. You won't be disappointed. Enough said.
206 Colorado St
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 382-5557
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 382-5557
BarChi Sushi
Categories:
Sushi Bars,
Bars,
Japanese
Neighborhoods: 2nd Street District, Warehouse District, Downtown
If you want to know what it would have been like to eat sushi in 1999 and have a drink with the word "tini" in it, go here....
House Pizzeria delivers up a solid bill of goods. The antipasto is a great app and highly recommended since the pizzas are made to order. Great selection of thin crust pizza, and to wash it all down, some great Italian sodas with house-made syrups... the lemon-ginger is particularly tasty! We went on a Friday night when there were a lot of families with kids, but the jukebox managed to drown them out without being too loud, which was a big plus for me.
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Yelping SinceFebruary 2006
Things I Lovemy wife Leigh, great friends, good food, good wine, the views from my condo
Find Me InEast Austin, downtown, around town, and on an airplane
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm helping
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The Last Great Book I Readme no read
My First ConcertPearl Jam - 1992
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Current Crushmy beautiful wife