The gay-friendly Cheer Up Charlie's is a friendly neighborhood bar with a wholesome atmosphere serving only vegan food and a delicious range of organic wines and beer to match. Live music is the real draw at this intimate venue that beckons a diverse range of customers who assemble here to enjoy music's universal language. This establishment is famed for its free concerts with plenty of theme parties and fantastic events, so make sure you check on those in advance and grab your gang to have an entertaining outing.
Péché is French for 'sin' and this is definitely the place to go to for wickedly delicious cocktails. This locale offers fine French fare, with daily specials that include everything fromm quintessentially French soups and grilled veal porterhouse to lamb cassoulet and pork involtini. They have an envious drink menu that consists of its famous pre-prohibition cocktails like the classic Sazerac or the more contemporary ones like the fig Manhattan, not to mention it's Austin's first absinthe bar. Stop on by for a trip to the old world of classy cuisine at Péché
Whip In has Indian-infused breakfast items available until 2 p.m., perfect for late risers. Naan (Indian flatbread), scrambled eggs, cheese and your choice of chutney (a spiced, Indian condiment) makes up the breakfast naan (cilantro chutney is rather appetizing). As if that wasn't enough, they also have an impressive beer selection on tap, a vegan/vegetarian grocery aisle, a wine and beer area, and a tobacconist with Indian candles & incense.
This hidden treasure was rated one of the top 20 sushi restaurants in the nation by a guidebook for Japanese tourists. The traditional sushi and sashimi are served in an elegant, vibrant atmosphere. Musashino Sushi Dokoro also caters to the not-so-adventurous palate with tempura and teriyaki dishes. The sushi regular or deluxe platters are also offered with an all-cooked option. The Born in the USA variety of the menu offers various takes on the California roll and other American sushi hybrids. In addition, the Asparagus Roll is simply divine.
This cozy neighborhood eatery is a well-kept secret among the Austin dining elite. The chef lines up a delectable menu of fine Italian favorites that has kept the whole city talking. The service at Vespaio is pleasant and the experience luxurious. The wine selection is extraordinary with over 30 wines by the glass to choose from. Dessert options include cheesecakes, ice cream, tiramisu and creme brulee; they are well worth the indulgence. The wait for a table has become legendary, but the food more than makes up for it.
Experience some of the best quality wines in town at House Wine in Austin. This savvy wine bar with its colorful lamps and quaint goblets has an intriguing decor that attracts locals and tourists alike. The wine selection is diverse and keeps rotating. The food here includes a variety of cheese preparations to compliment those lovely wines, appetizers and desserts. Events held here include live music shows, wine tasting sessions, local charity events and so on. All in all, a nice place to enjoy some great wine and cheese. Make sure you catch their happy hours. For more details, do call ahead.