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It’s
Italian on Bratton Lane
First this location
was the original Gumbo’s. Then it was Yoli’s Jambalaya. Then it
was Gumbo’s Central. Now, it has been reborn as It’s Italian.
Proprietors Johnathan and Lucretia Doyer also own the iconic Little
Deli on Woodrow. They are passionate about what they do and we’ve
been getting rave reviews from readers. The fare features lots of
red sauces, so if you can’t make it to Naples, head to Bratton Lane
for some mom and pop Italian.
05/27
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Romanian
Restaurant Drakula Opens at Anderson Square
Well, you’ll all remember
Vlad the Impaler, that mad Transyvanian ruler who was the inspiration
for Bram Stoker’s classic vampire novel, Dracula. Well, he’s now
the inspiration behind an Austin restaurant. Drakula has opened
in the strip mall on Anderson Square adjacent to the Capital City
Comedy Club.
The fare, as you might expect, is Romanian.
What’s that, you say? Well, it’s similar to Hungarian. Drakula is
family owned and features dishes like Stuffed Cabbage, Stuffed Peppers,
Ground Beef and Pork “Mici” with garlic and spices, Pork Schnitzel
and more.
And it doesn’t appear that the prices
will impale you either. All the entrees are under $10! Open daily
for lunch and dinner. Call 374-9291, Ask for Nick.
05/20
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Beluga
Sushi and Japanese Opens in Round Rock across from Dell
A new sushi and Japanese
restaurant has emerged at the site of the former Tanoshi at Exit
250 in Round Rock. The address of the new player, called Beluga,
is at 661 Louis Henna Bld. Phone is 255-6454
I have gotten an unusually large number of very
positive emails about this place. And I’m told that during weekday
lunches, they are offering 2-1 sushi. That’s very cool.
The owner is Jae Chang and they seem to
be very serious about their store. I’m heading up there soon to
check them out.
05/13
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360
Uno and Pizza Gallery Storm into Davenport Village
The outlook for Pizza
in Westlake just got a little brighter with the addition of 360
Uno and The Pizza Gallery in Davenport Center off Highway 360 near
the Lake Austin Bridge.
The pizza is Neapolitan style with thin and
crispy crust, and there are soups, salads, pastas, and a wine selection
so impressive that Wine Spectator has already given the place kudos.
A variety of confections awaits including canoli's made in Sicily
and luxurious gelato and sorbetto.
You can dine in or take out but anyway you slice
it, this is a spot worth checking out. Call 327-4448 for more information.
Website is www.360uno.com.
05/12
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Opal
Divine’s Opens Second Location on S. Congress at Penn Field
One of our favorite
pubs, Opal Divine’s Freehouse, has opened a second location on S.
Congress just south of St. Edwards University.
This new location boasts more seating room than
the original, a large kitchen, and a lovely outdoor deck that is
being set up for live music.
I had lunch there last week and the Philly Cheesesteak
was a blast. Of course, their famous black pepper fries were also
mandatory. And I love their wurst plate.
Owner Michael Parker is man of spirits,
so to speak. He is totally in to Scotch Whiskey and regularly hosts
single malt tastings at his restaurant. Lately, he has become a
Tequila aficionado as well, traveling into the heart of Mexico to
bring back blends of agave.
05/10
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Bordeaux’s
in Kyle features home-style blend of Steaks, Seafood and Pasta
Take exit 213 off IH
35- South and you will discover a new, owner operated restaurant
called Bourdeaux’s.
Larson and Kasey Wilkes are the owners and operators
of this little bistro that’s already starting to build some buzz.
Lest the name fool you, however, the accent
on this Bordeaux is not French but drifts toward the Cajun.
Dishes such as Blackened Catfish, Bayou Shrimp
Scampi, and Cajun Fried Steak can be found on their menu.
Prices for dinner range from $12 to $24 [filet
mignon] and the appetizers are reasonably priced as well.
Call 512- 268-3463.
05/09
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Sherlock’s
Baker St. Pub and Grill opens at former site of UR Cooks at Research
and Burnet
So, have you been longing
for some Shepherd’s Pie or perhaps some Bangers and Mash? Well,
that and other British pub food is now yours for the taking at Sherlock’s
Baker Street Pub and Grill. This smallish Texas chain has taken
over the old UR Cooks space at Research and Burnet.
The place reminds me of Fado’s on 4th St. except
that it’s English, not Irish.
They have lots of different beers on tap and
a liberal happy hour every day from 2PM till 9PM. Place is open
nightly until 2AM. Ironically, their late night fare veers radically
away from English grub and much more toward American comfort bar
food (chicken tenders, jalapeno poppers, buffalo wings, et. al).
Phone: 380-9443
05/09
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Cathy's
Steak House on Mesa Closes
This was a fun little
restaurant hosted by the charming Cathy. Problem was, she couldn't
figure out if she wanted Vietnamese, Chinese, Steak or Seafood.
And so she served everything. It was good but a bit confusing. She
had a pretty loyal crowd of regulars but the competition is ferocious
out there. A taped message on their answering machine says that
the restaurant will reopen next month under the name Mesa Ranch.
Stay tuned to www.diningoutwithrobbalon.com
for more details.
05/27
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Tony
Roma's at Lakeline Mall Closes
After three years of
dishing up ribs and those classic onion rings at their Lakeline
Mall location, Tony Roma's has closed. Previous conversation with
franchisee Jay Green had pointed toward the opening of a new TR
store on Highway 360 in Westlake, but that move appears to have
stalled as well.
Opening soon (about two weeks) at the Tony Roma's
location will be a Serrano's
05/20
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