ANYENTREEall dayEXP. 3/31/09FoodMexicanAuthentic Since 1994TUESDAYSfor two Mariachis Happy Hour Lunch Specials SILHOUETTERESTA URANT AND SUSH I BARNew private karaoke rooms available512-477-33111AUSTIN’S BEST HAPPY HOURHAPPY HOUR ALL DAY MONDAYOPEN DAILY ’TIL MIDNIGHT, WEEKENDS UNTIL 2AMrestaurant rouletteESTIMATED MEAL COST PER PERSON$
thetheutspewy.,OOMn timed-lates,omain,$mefriedthosegains.fht andok forious01,$Southe byhe friedole,om. $on,nsiderentréeut.$$sndo-frills002.conaghaliabeefehreamill,<strong>Austin</strong>’sen’t getkes us0. $$LStopMall,ort,sandlitopecialy and-8666.s countionofificallyo dineCH.ide.comINDIAN: TAJ PALACE <strong>Austin</strong>’s longest-establishedlocal Indian restaurant, where the royal-courtcuisine of North India is served in an attractivesetting. 6700 Middle Fiskville, 452-9959. $$INTERIOR MEXICAN, TEX-MEX: SAGO MODERNMEXICAN RESTAURANT Find a unique approachto both Tex-Mex and Interior Mexican cuisinewith options such as achiote-grilled shrimpwith avocado and pumpkin seeds, as well as afantastic brunch. 4600 W. Guadalupe Ste. B-5,452-0300. www.sagomodernmexican.com. $$ITALIAN: CARRABBA’S ITALIAN GRILL Orderfrom the pasta bar, sample one of the woodfiredpizzas, or choose a grilled specialty. <strong>The</strong>menu also includes requisite manicotti, lasagna,and spaghetti options. 6406 N. I-35,419-1220. www.carrabbas.com. $$$JAPANESE, KOREAN: KIMCHI SUSHI This simplydecorated Lincoln Village sushi bar features amenu of Korean favorites.6406 N. I-35 #2343, 453-4111. $$PIZZA: THE PARLOR Great pizza, overflowingpitchers, and a punk feel come together amidthe strains of a stellar jukebox.100-B E. North Loop, 454-8965.www.myspace.com/theparlor. $$SEAFOOD: CAPT. BENNY’S SEAFOOD A fullrange of both fried and broiled seafood inthe boat formerly occupied by the Captain’sSeafood & Oyster Bar. 5700 N. I-35,452-1417. www.captbennys.com. $$TEX-MEX: TAMALE HOUSE An Airport Boulevardinstitution, T-House offers authentic, no-frills Tex-Mex. Pull up a chair on the sunbaked concrete,and forget about tamales; it actually does notserve them. 5003 Airport, 453-9842.www.myspace.com/tamalehouse. $S OUTHAMERICAN CAFE: GALAXY CAFE French-presscoffee and jazz on Saturday nights up the coolfactor, while bargain prices and delicious foodkeep you coming back. 9911 Brodie #750,233-6000. www.galaxycafeaustin.com. $$AMERICAN CAFE: THE WOODLAND Sophisticationmeets comfort at this South Congress restaurantwith exceptional but simple burgers, grilledmeats and fish, and tantalizing pies. Tastycocktails, too. 1716 S. Congress, 441-6800.www.woodlandaustin.com. $$BAKERY/COFFEEHOUSE: DOMINICAN JOE Thisplace offers a variety of pastries and bakedgoods, as well as light lunch fare.515 S. Congress, 448-3919.www.dominicanjoe.com. $BARBECUE: CHIEF’S BBQ & GRILL If Mom’sbarbecue sauce doesn’t bring you back, JoeBob’s Beans will. You’ll also feast on ribs,brisket, sausage, turkey, ham, and barbecuebologna. 7811 S. First #104, 444-BEEF.www.chiefsbbq.com. $$BRAZILIAN: ESTÂNCIA CHURRASCARIA Thislocally owned Brazilian steak house boasts arelaxed, fine-dining atmosphere and the onlyBrazilian wine list in town. 4894 Hwy. 290 W.,892-1225. www.estanciachurrascaria.com. $$Bite Sized Red VelvetCake BallsJust one ofthe manysweetsavailable atLux Bakeryand Cafe!½ price sweets after 6pmCoupon valid for any of our remaining itemsin our display case after 6pm each day.Expires Apr 4 <strong>2009</strong>. Special orders excluded.Limit one coupon per visit.CHINESE, INDONESIAN: JAVA GARDENS <strong>The</strong>lunch buffet is almost entirely Chinese, whilethe evening menu is mostly Indonesian with afew Chinese items remaining for the regulars.<strong>The</strong> Sunday buffet menu changes weekly.1717 Pleasant Valley #280, 385-8858.www.javagardens.net. $JUICE BAR, VEGETARIAN/VEGAN: DAILY JUICEThis friendly and popular juice bar nearBarton Springs, offers fresh juices, smoothies,froths, and nondairy ice cream. You’ll feelbetter on the way out than you did going in.1625 Barton Springs Rd., 480-9501.www.dailyjuice.org. $PIZZA: CONANS PIZZA Thick, cheesy Chicagodeep-dish by the slice or pie. <strong>The</strong> lunch buffetwill satisfy your appetite without emptyingyour wallet. 2018 W. Stassney, 441-6754.www.conanspizza.com. $$TEX-MEX: BABY ACAPULCO NO. 2 Try this placefor great enchiladas and multiflavored margaritasthat should come with warning stickers:“Muy bueno!” 1628 Barton Springs Rd.,474-8774. www.babyacapulco.com. $$TEX-MEX: EL MERCADO RESTAURANT &CANTINA Nestled in a neon rain forest, thiscantina sports a very happy hour and is theplace for 99-cent appetizers. 1302 S. First,447-7445. www.elmercadorestaurant.com. $$UTAFRICAN: ASTER’S ETHIOPIAN RESTAURANT Inaddition to the vegetarian selections, you’ll findfragrant chicken, lamb, and tender beef. Don’tforget to take home the special Ethiopian saucesand a bundle of injera bread. 2804 N. I-35,469-5966. www.astersethiopian.com. $$AMERICAN CAFE: HOLE IN THE WALL Music: It’snot just for breakfast anymore. Food is finallyback on the menu here. Try a burger at one ofthe picnic tables in back. 2538 Guadalupe,477-4747.www.myspace.com/holeinthewallaustin. $CHINESE: MINGS CAFE Applying the concept ofyin and yang in Chinese cooking, this casualspot offers simple, recognizable food that peoplelike to eat. 2604 Guadalupe, 476-8888.www.myspace.com/mingsaustin. $DELI/SANDWICH SHOP: SPICY PICKLE Panini,salads, subs, and soup with 21 different toppingsand 10 varieties of cheese. 404 W. 26th,473-8441. www.spicypickle.com. $INTERNATIONAL: BOOMERANG’S GOURMETVEGGIE & MEAT PIES Find more than 11different flavors of authentic Aussie meat piesin flaky crusts. Very friendly counter folks andgreat coffee, too. 3110 Guadalupe #150,380-0032. www.boomerangspies.com. $MIDDLE EASTERN: KISMET CAFE Kismet servesMediterranean-American cuisine, Philly subs,gyros, and salads. 411 W. 24th, 236-1811.www.kismetcafe.net. $$PIZZA: MANGIA CHICAGO STUFFED PIZZADelectable and deceptively filling stuffed pizzaat a reasonable price. Now going cross-culturalwith breakfast tacos. 3016 Guadalupe#100, 302-5200. www.mangiapizza.com. $$THE AUSTIN CHRONICLEPIZZA: MILTO’S This longtime UT-area institutionserves both Italian and Greek specialties.<strong>The</strong> wonderful weekday lunch specials areboth filling and cheap. 2909 Guadalupe,476-1021. $$TEX-MEX: TORCHY’S TACOS Have a damn goodtaco (the Ranch Hand is highly recommended),or build your own breakfast taco anytime.2801 Guadalupe, 494-8226.www.torchystacos.com. $THAI: THAI NOODLES ETC. HOUSE A goodselection of Thai street foods, includingnoodle soups, dry noodle bowls, and stir-friednoodles. 2602 Guadalupe, 494-1011. $WESTBAKERY/COFFEEHOUSE, DELI/SANDWICH SHOP:KNEADED PLEASURES Baked goods thataren’t just for breakfast anymore. You’ll findan extensive lunch menu at this popular spot.3573 Far West, 5<strong>27</strong>-0699.www.kneadedpleasures.com. $$BARBECUE: RUDY’S COUNTRY STORE & BAR-B-Q Good-quality smoked meats are availableby the pound, along with all the light bread,pickles, onions, and peppers you need.2451 Capital of TX Hwy. S., 329-5554.www.rudysbbq.com. $FRENCH: LA MADELEINE Diners slide their traysdown the cafeteria-style line to order quiches,salads, soups, and sandwiches on densehomemade bread and croissants.701 Capital of TX Hwy. S. Ste. G, 306-1998.www.lamadeleine.com. $$INDIAN: BOMBAY GRILL Be sated by one of thebiryanis or the aloo paratha, whole-wheatbread stuffed with potatoes and peas.3249 Bee Caves Rd., 329-0234.www.bombaygrilltexas.com. $$INTERIOR MEXICAN: LAS PALOMAS Twenty-fiveyears young and serving up delicious InteriorMexican in a lovely setting. Empanadas, frijolesa la charra, beef tenderloin, and anythingwith mole sauce is not to be missed. Try themango margaritas. 3201 Bee Caves Rd. #122,3<strong>27</strong>-9889. www.laspalomasrestaurant.com. $$PACIFIC RIM: BISTRO 88 Offerings include someof the more popular Pacific Rim dishes, plus anarray of Continental meat, poultry, seafood, andvegetarian items blended with ingredients fromaround the Pacific Rim. <strong>27</strong>12 Bee Caves Rd.,328-8888. www.bistro88austin.com. $$$TAKEOUT, TEX-MEX: FREEBIRDS WORLDBURRITO One of four hot-spot locations offeringcustomized Tex-Mex and fresh ingredients.<strong>27</strong>65 Bee Caves Rd., 330-0040.www.freebirds.com. $TEX-MEX: SANTA RITA TEX MEX CANTINA Freshsauces, rotisserie meats, and a friendlyatmosphere make this a welcome addition to<strong>Austin</strong> Tex-Mex. 1206 W. 38th, 419-7482.www.santaritacantina.com. $$TEX-MEX: ZOCALO CAFE This Old West <strong>Austin</strong> takeon the taqueria offers a limited menu of freshMexican dishes with a healthy slant and plenty ofvegetarian options, including tasty beans madewith no animal products. 1110 West Lynn,472-8226. www.zocalocafe.com. $restaurantguideTHOUSANDSOF AREARESTAURANTSSEARCHABLEBY CUISINETYPE ANDAREA OF TOWNCrawfish Shack & oyster barlivecrawfishyearrounddaily lunchspecialslivecrawfishsold bythe sack2013 Wells Branch Pkwy 512-252-7556∏∏EAT GREENLEAF HAPPYTHE PLACE FOR A GREAT SALADTues thru Thurs: 11-9pm | Mon, Fri, Sat: 11-4pmToo busy to cook!!Try our “Little Joe”1.5 lbs meats 2 pints side ordersplus fixin’s (feed 3-4) for $19.99WE CATER as low as $6.99 pp(call for details).All you can eat Bar-B-Qonly $14.99 on Sunday419 W. 2ND STREET512.474.LEAF (5323)WWW.LEAFSALAD.COMBUY ONE PLATEat regular price get2nd one HALF PRICE!of equal or less value,VALID after 4PM ONE PER GROUPnot valid with other offers.Exp: MAR. 31 <strong>2009</strong>12005 Hwy 290 W (6 miles W of the Oak Hill “Y”)Mon-Thu 10:30-8 Fri-Sat 10:30-9 Sun 11-8288-7879New location coming soon Mar, <strong>2009</strong> in the Groveat Southpark Meadows next to Quiznos 9600 South IH 35.Website: www.cartwrightsfamousbbq.com3601 W William Cannon #175 • 891-9850Wm Cannon/Brodie - Next to FirestoneLuxBakeryAndCafe.comaustinchronicle.com/guides/restauranta u s t i n c h r o n i c l e . c o m MARCH <strong>27</strong>, <strong>2009</strong> T H E A U S T I N C H R O N I C L E 47
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