Nice bar and great drinks. Nice ambiance to hang out w friends too. It took a while for the drinks…read moreto come out, prob quite busy. One nice touch is that they took your cell phone, so that you focus without being on your phone.

Are we in Austin or Miami? The vibes the decor is throwing is Miami meets Cuba meets Austin…read more Mid-Century Modern/island feels from the greenery to flooring, walls, and of course furnishings. Big fan of the atmosphere not to mention the menu. We swung by to share a Cubano and it was one of the best versions of that sandwich I've ever had. If I didn't know better, I would have thought we were at one of the best Cuban joints right in Miami. Every part of our visits makes me feel as though we've been magically transported there. On another visit we shared the roasted club sandwich and it was equally phenomenal! Fresh ingredients that pop in your mouth with every bite. From lips to belly, y'all should be jelly 'cause it's that good. Yumtastic all around! Fab service as well. Looking forward to heading back to check out The Powder Room (speakeasy).

My coworkers and I were looking for a spot to grab breakfast by our hotel, and we found that 1886…read moreCafe & Bakery was a block or so away. 1886 Cafe & Bakery was a blast from the past with its Victorian-style interior. The front part of the establishment catered to the to-go crowd, so we went to the back of the restaurant that was more of a sit-down bistro. Service was great. We had a friendly, attentive server, and our food came out in a timely manner. I ordered the Breakfast Bun, which was a breakfast sandwich with a steamed egg, cheese, and sesame bun. Loved every bite of my sandwich. The steamed egg was thick and fluffy, and it was oozing with melted cheese. Can't wait to try other items off the menu!

The food and service here is fantastic! You can pop in and get a drink and a pastry, or dine in…read morethe main dining room for a great lunch or brunch with fresh ingredients and flavorful menu options. The service is amazing. Very attentive! And on a Saturday around Noon you can walk right in and be seated with no wait. I love the Eggs Benedict, but the salads, chicken & waffles, or burger all good options I've tried to. I went again today and had the traditional breakfast with the crispiest bacon and home fries seasoned just right with a big of hatch green chile, and poached eggs and sourdough toast. OMG that toast was definitely freshly made. The room is classic old hotel style and overall in pretty good shape. From the flowers in the the tables to the old fashion coffee bar with pastry case full of fresh croissant and rolls and other delicious options. Even the juices are outstanding and unique, including guava juice.

Our dinner while in town for a work conference was great! Our server Haylee was so nice and…read moreunderstanding and worked with us on all separate tabs!

The Caroline was a delight from start to finish. My server, Rachel, made the whole evening --…read moreattentive, warm, and just a joy to be around. The ambience is fantastic, and honestly, there's not a bad seat in the house. We started with the crab meat artichoke dip -- delicious, and it comes with fresh chips plus crispy celery and carrots on the side, a nice touch instead of the usual chips-only route. Jordan just got tagged for dinner service. He didn't skip a beat with great service.

Top notch experience in Austin. Stellar food and excellent service and ambiance. So impressive.read more

Date night at Garrison restaurant in the Fairmont Hotel - Austin. The Fairmont Hotel is a fun…read morehotel with all of its Texas and Austin references throughout the hotel. During the holidays, it is especially appealing with all the Christmas decorations and lights. From the parking garage, you meander through the hotel to the casual restaurant make a left turn, which takes you through a restaurant food court that leads you to Garrison. It is almost like a treasure hunt. We ordered 7oz Texas Wagyu Petite Tender and Seremoni Black Cod*cod for dinner with the associated vegetables. While the food is very good, the portion size is small. So do not come ravenous or you will end up spending quite a lot of money. We also had a specialty desserts which components of pretzel, mouse and chocolate. Overall service was good.

Before today, I wasn't familiar with Sapori Italian Roots or the food truck that came before the…read morebrick‑and‑mortar, but I had the chance to experience it while celebrating my mother's birthday -- and it turned out to be such a lovely surprise. From the outside, the restaurant is unassuming, but inside it's a comfortable, modern‑ish space that feels welcoming the moment you sit down. Our primary server was JJ, and he was fantastic. The other server working during opening also kept an eye on our table, which made the service feel genuinely attentive without ever being intrusive. JJ started us off with warm focaccia served with herb‑infused olive oil, and it set the tone for the rest of the meal: simple, thoughtful, and delicious. While we looked over their perfectly right‑sized menu, we began with the Burrata Caprese. It was a wonderful starter -- fresh, creamy, and a great way to taste their avocado pesto, which added a bright, unexpected note. For entrées, one of our party ordered the Rigatoni Alla Vodka with chicken instead of the house‑made sausage, and the others chose the lasagna and the spinach ravioli. I tasted everyone's dishes and each one was genuinely delicious, but my own order -- the wild mushroom risotto from the Cicchetti menu -- was the standout for me. The rice was fully imbued with deep mushroom flavor, packed with real chunks of mushroom, and cooked to that perfect al dente texture that makes a true Italian risotto so satisfying. Earthy, rich, and beautifully executed. The portions are huge -- all four of us took food home, and some of us will easily get two more meals out of it. Because we were celebrating a birthday, we were treated to a complimentary order of the cannoli, which was crisp, creamy, and a sweet finish to a wonderful lunch. Sapori is one of those places where the service elevates the food, and the food elevates the service -- both were outstanding. I absolutely recommend trying Sapori Italian Roots and experiencing their delicate pasta, deep Italian flavors, and warm hospitality for yourself.

The focaccia bread was not it--very dry and crumbly. The gnochetti with chicken, however, was…read moreabsolutely delicious and honestly some of the best pasta I've ever had. The cannoli was disappointing, and since I love tiramisu, I probably should have gone with that instead. The restaurant itself is very small and doesn't have the best layout, but I have no complaints about the customer service. I can't emphasize enough how incredible the pasta was--an easy 10/10 and one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. Unfortunately, the appetizer and dessert just didn't live up to the same standard.

We ventured over to Le Cafe Crepe for our breakfast. A decent sized Cafe with a large outdoor…read moreseating area. The inside dining is more cozy and smaller. The service was very friendly and attentive. He came by frequently to check on us and refill our water. Chloe's Crêpe: Nutella, strawberries or bananas or both for an add'l $1, whipped cream. Side of Sausage - this was a very delicious and tasty sausage. Suppprt your local business.

What a fantastic find in Austin! I stopped by La Crêpe Café and had an amazing experience from…read morestart to finish. The food was fresh, beautifully prepared, and absolutely delicious. The crepes were perfectly made--light, flavorful, and packed with quality ingredients. The atmosphere was warm, cozy, and welcoming, making it a great place to enjoy breakfast, brunch, or a casual coffee break. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made me feel right at home. If you're looking for authentic French-inspired crepes, great coffee, and outstanding service in Austin, this place is definitely worth a visit. I'll definitely be coming back to try more from the menu!

My girlfriends and I were on a girls trip in Austin and we decided to stop here for brunch. It was…read moresuch a hit, this restaurant is our vibe and I wish we had it back home. The restaurant itself is decorated so nice, it's picture perfect. I also really appreciate a restaurant committed to having options that are seed oil free, from local farms and also having options without refined sugar. Miranda was our server and she was so kind and attentive. She made sure we had a great experience and was a pleasure to talk to. To eat I ordered the classic breakfast and to drink I had the vanilla maca. I didn't love the vanilla maca, and I only blame myself for that. I have never had maca so I didn't know what to expect but the drink basically tasted like a chocolate protein shake. Which isn't bad but I wanted like more of a latte so that was on me. My meal however? Loved it. Everything was so flavorful and hit the spot exactly with what I wanted. I also really appreciate a salad with breakfast since this helps lower your glucose spike and so when a restaurant offers this I know they know true wellness!!! My girlfriends both ordered the avocado toast and loved it. One ordered the cherry vanilla limeade and enjoyed it as well, but as an avid cherry hater I didn't try it...but if you like cherry she recommends it! I would come back to Austin just to eat here again. So good. So jealous this isn't back home... did I mention that already??!!

I wanted to like this restaurant, but they made it hard to do. We started off with the guacamole…read more The pomegranate seeds on top were a nice touch, but man, this was flavorless. It was painfully boring. We had our 6-year-old, who is head of the Picky Eaters Society, so we ordered bread with butter. This 6-year-old, who eats bread on the daily, took one bite and wouldn't eat any more. We even get gluten-free bread regularly, and he eats it. The bread was fine, but don't expect flavor. By some miracle, they even made butter tasteless. I considered calling the Vatican to see if this was some holy, divine miracle, but my wife suggested maybe the main course would be better. We settled on the pesto pasta with chicken added for an additional fee. The pasta was good. Great texture, good flavor, and the combination of ingredients was good, but it's nothing original. It's pesto pasta. It's a classic. I appreciate the pomegranate seeds on the guacamole because it's original, it's clever, and it's different. We also ordered a special soda drink for our son, and it had a small black bug on top. I had them take it back and replace it. I kind of expected a "Listen, we apologize for the bug. Here's half off dinner," or something, but nothing. Service was fine, and it's a decent atmosphere. If you're looking for a place to sit and talk it's a great place, but if you want food or a drink go somewhere else.

Food truck with great service and delicious breakfast sandwiches…read more Bread on my sandwich were from NewWorldDeli . I got the hot mess and it was soo delicious! Great food truck park with noble joe coffee truck next door plenty of space for my toddler to run around and I can enjoy my meal. Also there was a clean porta potty for use! Close to trail and riverside!

Great little spot for a weekend al fresco breakfast with friends. You can drive here, but you can…read morealso bike or walk here from the Ladybird Lake Trail. The menu is small, but the ingredients are fresh. We tried the open faced Lady Bird breakfast sandwich (the Aioli was so so yummy), and the West Coast sandwich. When it's not so hot outside, I want to come back to try the fluffy pancakes with whipped cream and syrup. I even enjoyed the Rye Bread which is typically not my thing - the truck owner talked us into after showing us his breads, and he was very sweet about it. There are a couple other cute trucks in this food park, including a coffee truck in an old trolley to enjoy. They are only open from 8/8:30a-1p, 6 days a week, so they are truly only doing brunch.