If you fancy dining at a comforting, family-run Italian restaurant, Reale's Pizza & Café is just the place to be. This neighborhood favorite doles out an impressive array of authentic Italian preparations. Loyal patrons swear by the lasagna, baked ziti and the decadent seafood linguine with mussels and scallops. The stellar wine list here will help you find just the right kind of pairing you need with your meal. Offering delicious home-cooked meals from Southern Italy at an affordable price, this one is an undisputed winner.
Fleming's is one of the best steakhouses in Austin and one of the most famous restaurant chains in America. Steak options you can expect to find on the menu include Filet Mignon, New York Strip, Beef Flemington, Veal Chops, Pork Rib Chop and Prime Ribs. Ask your waiter to help you choose from among the 100 different wines available to go with your meal. If you're not a meat fan, then sample the fresh seafood and scrumptious side dishes. The Salmon, with its signature Mashed Potatoes, is highly recommended.
Greg Koury, manifested his restaurateur dream with Manuel’s, heavily inspired by his education in Latin American History. Not to be mistaken with the over-popular Tex-Mex cuisine, the menu on offer travels to the interiors of the region to feature traditional Mexican fare, now a UNESCO Intangible World Heritage Cuisine. Ancestral recipes inherited over generations, take new shape with modern cooking techniques to carry the city's rich gastronomical legacy forward. Start off with botanas like Nachos, Ceviche and Quesadillas, and tuck into specialties Calabazita Rellena, pork and guacamole stuffed zucchini and Alambres, a version of grilled shrimp, made from seasonal, organic and locally-sourced produce. Complement the same with regional tequilas, exquisite wines and signature margaritas.
While locals swear by the awesome happy hour deals that are provided by Galaxy Cafe comprises of much more. Serving American-style meals from breakfast to dinner, it offers a variety of dishes to quell your appetite and relish throughout the day. Drop by for a quick coffee in the mornings and feast on the french toast, bagels and scrambled eggs. Lunch sees it serving hamburgers, gourmet sandwiches and salads that are freshly crafted. Children get to choose from a special menu comprising of fish sticks, chicken tenders and macaroni and cheese. Sit in the sunny patio and enjoy your meal as you gaze at fellow diners and people passing by.
Hillside Farmacy is set in a restored historic pharmacy that was the first of its kind owned by an African American. The antique pharmacy cabinets add to the charm of this New American diner. Their menu comprises of delicious sandwiches, cheese boards and breakfast and brunch dishes. Enjoy the happy hours with a beer or cocktail at this friendly restaurant. They also sell deli meats and other local produce.
Elizabeth Street Café is the brainchild of Thomas Moorman and Larry McGuire. This quaint cafe, restaurant and bar offers Vietnamese and French delights. Reminiscent of French Colonial Hanoi, it has a lovely landscaped garden and vibrant interiors that are decked with artworks and antiques. Savor their spicy curries, pho, pastries and baked goodies. Enjoy their happy hours with a choice drink.