Eater Austin: All Posts by Whitney FilloonThe Austin Restaurant, Bar, and Nightlife Bloghttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/52682/favicon-32x32.png2015-08-27T16:24:09-05:00https://austin.eater.com/authors/wfilloon/rss2015-08-27T16:24:09-05:002015-08-27T16:24:09-05:00Play the Ukulele, Get Free Tacos at Tyson's Tacos
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<p>No, really.</p> <p>Hungry but broke? If you can play the ukulele, <b>Tyson's Tacos</b> on Airport Blvd. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/163116220540792/photos/pb.163116220540792.-2207520000.1440710205./425048164347595/?type=3&theater" target="_blank">will totally feed you</a>. The taqueria now has a sign posted inside that thoroughly explains the fine details of their ukulele-for-tacos program. <span>(</span><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Austin/comments/3imhrr/1_solution_for_making_atx_more_affordable_for/" target="_blank">As a poster on Reddit points out</a><span>, that's certainly one way to make Austin more affordable for musicians.)</span><span> </span></p>
<p><span></span><span>Turns out you don't even have to be that musically talented, either — they might just give you food out of pity if you really suck. And if you're really hungry, hopefully you know more than one song, because there's a one-taco-per-tune rule.</span></p>
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<p>If you don't happen to enjoy the sweet sounds of the small Hawaiian guitar, perhaps get those migas tacos and milkshakes to go — you never know when someone will start strumming for their supper.</p>
https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/27/9217757/ukulele-for-tacos-tysons-tacos-austinWhitney Filloon2015-08-27T16:00:42-05:002015-08-27T16:00:42-05:00Bullfight Sneak Peek; Winebelly's Anniversary Party
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<p>Plus, Fresa's garage sale and chili at Black Star Co-op.</p> <p><i>HYDE PARK—</i>Chomping at the bit to get a taste of Shawn Cirkiel's <a href="http://austin.eater.com/tags/bullfight" target="_blank">upcoming Spanish restaurant</a> <b>Bullfight</b>? This Saturday night is your chance: The chef is <a href="http://dining.blog.austin360.com/2015/08/27/events-sneak-peak-of-shawn-cirkiels-bullfight-saturday-night/" target="_blank">hosting a preview</a> at his new spot from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $75 with proceeds going to the Sustainable Food Center. [Austin 360]</p>
<p><i>SOUTH AUSTIN—</i>Neighborhood tapas <b>Winebelly </b>— which was just named one of the top 20 wine bars in America by <i>Wine Enthusiast — </i>is <a href="https://www.facebook.com/124918751032990/photos/a.148809955310536.1073741828.124918751032990/395720720619457/?type=1" target="_blank">celebrating its second anniversary</a> next Wednesday, September 2 from 4 to 7 p.m. with $2 glasses of wine and $2 bar snacks including pig ears. [EaterWire]</p>
<p><i>SOUTH FIRST—</i>Need some commercial restaurant equipment, or just want to snag some cool dishes? Chicken al carbon slinger <b>Fresa's</b> is holding a restaurant garage sale at Freddie's Place (1703 S. 1st) this Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.; expect the aforementioned items plus tables, chairs, and smallwares, as well as drinks and snacks for attendees. 20 percent of proceeds go to Urban Roots. [EaterWire]</p>
<p><i style="line-height: 26.6666679382324px;">CRESTVIEW—</i><span>Got a hankering for hearty cold-weather fare even though it's a million degrees? <b>Black Star Co-Op's</b> got you covered: Tonight in honor of LBJ's birthday, the collectively owned pub is offering its local chili </span>made from 44 Farms brisket (add Fritos for free, because of course), which is usually only served on the winter menu. Get it for dinner starting at 4 p.m. [EaterWire]</p>
https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/27/9217591/bullfight-sneak-peek-winebelly-anniversary-partyWhitney Filloon2015-08-27T14:12:34-05:002015-08-27T14:12:34-05:00At Bun Belly, Steamed Buns Reign Supreme
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<p>Rounding up the week's reviews.</p> <p><a style="line-height: 1.24;" href="http://www.austinchronicle.com/food/2015-08-28/bun-belly/" target="_blank">Brandon Watson checked out <b>Bun Belly</b>, the "contemporary Vietnamese restaurant" from the owners of Pho Thaison.</a> He was disappointed by a lack of consistency and "the blah atmosphere," but says "when Bun Belly works, it competes with the best cafes in town":</p>
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<p><span>The classics stand out. On a dinner visit, the steamed bun sliders were uniformly excellent. The Beef Belly ($7, two to an order for all buns) and Mekong Belly ($7), though hardly distinguishable from each other in appearance, showed the kitchen's wide range. The bun itself almost floated. The Vietnamese crepe ($8) tatted shrimp and pork into the lacey crisp, adding onions and bean sprouts. The herb selection, integral to the dish, surprised in both its just-picked freshness and variety. I'm not sure if another place in town offers shiso in their mix, but it should be de rigeur.</span></p>
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<p><span>Meanwhile on the blogs:</span><strong style="line-height: 1.5;"> </strong><span>Fed Man Walking </span><a style="line-height: 1.5; background-color: #ffffff;" href="http://www.fedmanwalking.com/content/500-tacos-fonda-san-miguel" target="_blank">ate tacos</a><span> at Fonda San Miguel; The Smoking Ho </span><a style="line-height: 1.5; background-color: #ffffff;" href="http://thesmokingho.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">made the pilgrimage</a><span> to Snow's; Forks Up </span><a style="line-height: 1.5; background-color: #ffffff;" href="http://forksupblog.com/3/post/2015/08/bar-to-bean-chocolate-class-at-antonellis-cheese-house.html" target="_blank">took a chocolate class</a><span> at Antonelli's Cheese House.</span></p>
https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/27/9216967/bun-belly-review-austinWhitney Filloon2015-08-27T10:58:39-05:002015-08-27T10:58:39-05:00Watch the Trailer for Slow Burn, a Film About East Austin Barbecue
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<p>Barbecue everywhere.</p> <p>Here's <a href="https://go.redirectingat.com?id=66960X1516589&xs=1&url=https%3A%2F%2Fvimeo.com%2F136170611&referrer=eater.com&sref=https%3A%2F%2Faustin.eater.com%2F2015%2F8%2F27%2F9215517%2Fslow-burn-barbecue-documentary-austin" target="_blank" rel="sponsored nofollow noopener">the trailer</a> for an upcoming film called <i>Slow Burn</i>, a self-described "#gastropunk documentary" that tells the story of "barbecue and urban identity in the rapidly gentrifying east side." Expect cameos by Sam's Bar-B-Que, BBQ Revolution, Kerlin BBQ, and more. The film is slated for release in Spring 2016, and a <a target="new" href="https://www.facebook.com/events/118578168491387/">Kickstarter launch party</a> (to help cover post-production costs) goes down September 5 at Cheer Up Charlie's.</p>
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https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/27/9215517/slow-burn-barbecue-documentary-austinWhitney Filloon2015-08-27T10:05:50-05:002015-08-27T10:05:50-05:00Paul Qui Gets Philosophical, Masterchef Casting, and More A.M. Intel
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<p>The latest Austin restaurant news tidbits.</p> <p><span>— What will become of the iconic Broken Spoke dance hall? The luxury apartment complex surrounding it </span><a href="http://www.bizjournals.com/austin/blog/real-estate/2015/08/switch-partners-dirt-under-broken-spoke-dance-hall.html" style="line-height: 1.5; background-color: #ffffff;">has reportedly been sold to a California-based developer</a><span>; the builder of said apartments elected to construct around it rather than tearing it down, but now it seems the music venue's fate is up in the air.</span></p>
<p>— Got dreams of TV chef stardom? <i>Masterchef</i> is <a target="_blank" href="http://www.austinchronicle.com/daily/food/2015-08-25/masterchef-casting-in-austin-saturday/">holding a casting call</a> right here in Austin this Saturday at the Downtown Residence Inn (300 E. 4th). Show up with a dish to impress the judges, but keep in mind you won't be able to do any actual cooking on site; more details <a target="_blank" href="http://masterchefcasting.com/how-to-audition">here</a>.</p>
<p>— And now, here's the people's champ Paul Qui <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-ma9WGwyXw" target="new">talking to the Culinary Institute of America</a> about his cooking philosophies. Says Qui: "At the end of the day, I just want the guest to be satisfied, whatever it takes — whether that's a 25-course tasting menu at one of my restaurants or something from my food trucks that's a $5 item." <iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/K-ma9WGwyXw" frameborder="0"></iframe></p>
https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/27/9214853/paul-qui-video-masterchef-castingWhitney Filloon2015-08-26T13:26:10-05:002015-08-26T13:26:10-05:00Rebel Pizza Bar Brings Rooftop Bocce Ball to North Austin
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<p>The new concept from Suzi Yi opens in September.</p> <p>Suzi's China Grill in North Central Austin is about to get a cool upstairs neighbor: Suzi Yi is getting into the pizza biz, with fast-casual <b>Rebel Pizza Bar</b> slated to open in September.</p>
<p><a style="line-height: 1.24;" href="http://www.austinchronicle.com/food/2015-08-07/food-o-file/" target="_blank">As the <i>Chronicle</i> reported earlier this month</a>, "The expansive rooftop patio offers a view of the neighborhood and includes a <b>bocce ball court</b>, multiple flat-screen TVs, and covered seating." (Bocce ball: <a href="http://austin.eater.com/2015/8/26/9210159/shake-shack-the-domain-austin-photos" target="_blank">So hot right now</a>.) The walls are covered in colorful graffiti:</p>
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<p>The pizza menu has options like the Pig & Fig with fig jam, goat cheese, and prosciutto, and the Goldenpye with potato, rosemary, goat cheese, and egg; patrons can also build-their-own from a long list of toppings (and yes, gluten-free crust is available). Other menu items include wings, calamari, and fried artichoke hearts, and there will be craft beer and cocktails to wash it all down.</p>
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https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/26/9211279/rebel-pizza-bar-suzi-yi-allandaleWhitney Filloon2015-08-26T09:09:03-05:002015-08-26T09:09:03-05:00Austin's Second Shake Shack Storms The Domain
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<p>Scope out the bocce ball court.</p> <p>Texas's second <strong>Shake Shack</strong> makes its debut today at The Domain. Expect the same juicy burgers on potato buns, crinkle-cut fries, and extra-thick concretes — including the exclusive-to-Austin <a href="http://austin.eater.com/2015/3/16/8227041/shake-shack-previews-a-kreuz-market-sausage-burger">Lockhart Link burger</a> and Uchi-koncrete — with the added bonus of a <strong>bocce ball court</strong>.</p>
<p>Owner/restaurateur extraordinaire Danny Meyer <a href="http://austin.eater.com/2015/5/6/8561473/danny-meyer-randy-garutti-shake-shack-austin-interview">previously told Eater</a> he intends this location to be "a really cool hang spot for that area." The Domain will soon soon be home to an East Side King <a href="http://austin.eater.com/2014/12/29/7463055/east-side-king-mega-hit-thai-kun-to-go-brick-mortar-at-the-domain">Thai-Kun brick-and-mortar location</a>, <a href="http://austin.eater.com/2015/1/5/7495041/second-bar-kitchen-expanding-to-the-domain">an expansion of Second Bar + Kitchen</a>, a cocktail lounge, a rooftop rum bar, a dance club, <a href="http://austin.eater.com/2015/7/20/9003747/rooftop-bar-dance-club-and-more-to-open-in-domain-s-rock-rose">and more</a>.</p>
<p>Shake Shack at The Domain will be open Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.</p>
https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/26/9210159/shake-shack-the-domain-austin-photosWhitney Filloon2015-08-25T17:52:11-05:002015-08-25T17:52:11-05:00Food and Drink Deals at St. Philip; Fall Cocktails at Contigo
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<p>Plus, Favor expands internationally.</p> <p><i style="line-height: 1.5;">SUNSET VALLEY—</i><span>Attention, bargain hunters: </span><b style="line-height: 1.5;">St. Philip</b><span> now has some pretty sweet deals almost every night of the week. Sunday and Monday, all-day happy hour starts at 3 p.m. with $4 snacks and $4 Texas craft beers. Tuesdays from 6 to 9 p.m., get $3 Texas craft beers with $9 select pizzas. Wednesdays from 3 to 6 p.m it's $4 smoked BBQ oysters on the patio, and Thursdays from 3 to 6 p.m. it's four butterscotch miso chicken wings for $4. [EaterWire]</span></p>
<p><i>MUELLER—</i>Sure it's still 100 degrees out, but if you're hungry for a taste of fall, look no further than <b>Contigo</b>. The restaurant just debuted a<b> </b>new cocktail menu by bar manager Elizabeth Powell, with seasonal sips like an aged rum Old Fashioned; see below for the full selection.</p>
<p><i style="line-height: 1.5;">TECH WIRE—</i><span>Austin-based delivery app </span><span><b>Favor</b></span><span><b> </b>is </span><a style="line-height: 1.5; background-color: #ffffff;" href="http://www.bizjournals.com/austin/blog/techflash/2015/08/austin-food-delivery-app-expands-to-canada.html" target="_blank">expanding to Canada</a><span>: Folks in Toronto can now get just about anything schlepped to their door by people sporting blue tuxedo t-shirts. [Austin Biz Journal]</span></p>
https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/25/9207689/st-philip-happy-hour-contigo-fall-cocktailsWhitney Filloon2015-08-25T13:39:20-05:002015-08-25T13:39:20-05:00Izakaya and Sushi Bar Fukumoto Gets Rolling Next Week on East Sixth
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<p>Tempura and sake, too.</p> <p>Heads up, sushi fiends: The new restaurant from former Musashino chef Kazu Fukumoto <s>makes it debut next Wednesday, September 2. <i><b>UPDATE</b>: Fukumoto has delayed its opening due to equipment issues; stay tuned for a new opening date as soon as it's available.</i></s> <b>Update, September 3, 10 a.m.:</b> Fukumoto swings its doors open to the public officially today at 4:30 p.m. Hours are from 4:30 to 10 p.m. from Mondays through Thursdays, and until 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Located at the bottom of the Corazon Apartments on East Sixth along with neighbors Gelateria Gemelli and The Bee Grocery, <b>Fukumoto</b> will serve yakitori, tempura, sushi, and sake straight out of mini Japanese barrels.</p>
<p>The dining room showcases an open kitchen where diners can watch (and smell) their yakitori being grilled. If the pop-up held at Qui earlier this year was any indication, expect all manner of chicken parts to be skewered and grilled, including gizzards, livers, hearts, and crispy skin. <span>There will also be a patio out back, and oh yeah — don't miss the fancy bidets in the bathroom.</span></p>
https://austin.eater.com/2015/8/25/9206829/fukumoto-sushi-izakaya-opening-dateWhitney Filloon2015-08-25T10:23:20-05:002015-08-25T10:23:20-05:00Eat, Drink, Sleep at the South Congress Hotel Starting September 8
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<p>It'll be home to Paul Qui's new ticketed sushi restaurant, among other concepts.</p> <p>The South Congress Hotel has officially set an opening date: <strike>September 7, <a href="http://www.mystatesman.com/news/business/much-anticipated-south-congress-hotel-sets-opening/nnQQQ/?icmp=statesman_internallink_invitationbox_apr2013_statesmanstubtomystatesmanpremium" target="_blank">reports the <i>Statesman</i></a>.</strike> <b>UPDATE:</b> Per an official press release from the hotel, the opening date is actually September 8.</p>
<p>The Instagram-ready, 83-room hotel that's rising from the ashes of the South Congress food trailer park will be home to a bevy of restaurant and bar concepts, which will debut in stages: First up is <b>Café No Se</b>, an all-day operation serving up a "California-inspired menu" with dishes like sticky lamb ribs and chocolate peanut butter nutter flan tart with yellow curry; it will be open when the hotel makes its debut next month. American bar and grill <b>Central Standard</b> will follow later in the month with a wood-fired oven, a raw bar, a wine cellar, and a wraparound patio.</p>
<p>Then, of course, there's Paul Qui's highly anticipated <a target="_blank" href="http://austin.eater.com/2015/3/13/8208231/more-details-on-otoko-paul-quis-new-south-congress-hotel-micro" style="line-height: 1.5; background-color: #ffffff;">12-seat Japanese restaurant</a>, <b>Otoko</b>, which will operate on a prepaid, ticketed reservation system; it's slated for an early October opening. Later in the month the hotel will open <b>Mañana</b>, a juice and coffee bar. Also on deck is ice cream truck Stephen F. Frostin'.</p>
<p>Other notable features in the hotel: Lobby and poolside bars (the former will be outfitted with a sweet <a href="https://www.facebook.com/southcongresshotel/photos/pb.594029457309343.-2207520000.1440514634./921876121191340/?type=3&theater" target="_blank">curved brass bar</a>), private wifi networks in each room, a rooftop pool, a nail salon, and a vintage motorcycle shop.</p>
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