Austin Lunch/Dinner Options

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1 Austin Lunch/Dinner Options Uchi Uchi, translated from Japanese meaning house, is an award-winning restaurant located in a refurbished old home in South Austin. Uchi showcases the culinary talents of executive chef and sushi master Tyson Cole. III Forks III Forks Steakhouse embodies the great American steakhouse. The finest USDA Prime steak, mouthwatering, buttery lobster and ocean-fresh seafood are prepared to perfection, exact to order. We hand-select the finest USDA Prime and only deem the top.005% of beef acceptable. Our selection offers abundant marbling, juiciness, tenderness, and superior flavor. Experience the warm and intimate surroundings of a preferred fine dining restaurant.

2 The Driskill Grill Rated as one of Zagat's Top 25 Hotel Restaurants, The Driskill Grill offers guests an innovative take on classic Texan ingredients, world-renowned technique and a level of service that diners describe as gracious, perfectly present yet unobtrusive. Infamous for one of Austin's most diverse wine lists, noted on the Award of Excellence list in Wine Spectator for the past four years, the Sommelier team at The Driskill Grill is second to none. Historically known as one of the most romantic spots in Austin, The Driskill Grill has been an Austin institution since Formerly The Driskill Dining Parlor, President Lyndon B. Johnson took future First Lady Claudia (Lady Bird) Taylor on their first date at the Parlor in Countless dates, social affairs and proposals have occurred in the Grill - home to one of the most romantic tables in Austin. Lamberts Downtown Barbecue Located in the carefully restored Historic Schneider Brothers Building, Lamberts serves up inventive BBQ, modern Texas cooking, and carefully prepared cocktails. They strive to provide a comfortable, casual, & original dining experience and offer lunch, dinner, and Austin s best Sunday brunch. The upstairs bar and lounge features live music nightly and is available for special events and parties. Lamberts was founded in 2006 by Larry McGuire, Thomas Moorman Jr, Will Bridges, Louis Lambert, and a talented team of Austin friends and investors.

3 Vespaio Vespaio opened its doors in 1998 to a space with a gorgeous curved bar, open kitchen, original tin-tiled ceilings, wood fired oven and walls of wine bottles. During early demolition, a walled-in working beehive was revealed, and thus the name was discovered: Vespaio. Wasps nest in Italian, the name also means buzzing. Anyone who takes a seat in the busy dining room and bar will quickly understand. The buzz and excitement is as alive today as ever. What other restaurants buy, Vespaio makes. The kitchen is driven wholly by handmade and locally-sourced ingredients. The chefs do all of their own butchering and use every part of the animal. They make stocks, charcuterie, fresh pasta, breads, desserts and cheese in house. The wines are specifically chosen to compliment the food. Essentially French and Italian, the wines on the list are primarily from boutique, family owned and small production producers. Osteria Pronto Osteria Pronto crafts fresh, quality Italian food has a fantastic location right in the heart of downtown Austin. Osteria Pronto s superior service and warm, inviting atmosphere creates an outstanding ambience for an unforgettable experience. For sunny days Osteria Pronto boasts outdoor seating, so guests can enjoy sunshine with their dishes. Osteria Pronto is a must for guests visiting the Austin area.

4 Z Tejas In 1989, the first Z Tejas was born in an old Victorian house on Austin s historic 6th Street. Taking flavors from Spanish and Mexican cuisines and combining them with inspirations from Arizona, Louisiana, California, New Mexico and Texas, Z Tejas created a rich blend of flavors that came to celebrate as Southwestern cuisine. As Z Tejas celebrates 25 years of flavor come experience the signature cornbread, award-winning margaritas, and any number of our fresh, flavorful, and innovative dishes. Buenos Aires Café Bringing a taste of Buenos Aires and its culinary traditions to South Texas in Austin. The Buenos Aires Café sources most of their product from local businesses and farms as part of an efforts to support the local Austin farmers and economy. Buenos Aires delivers fresh and delicious homemade food made with love daily.

5 Second Bar and Kitchen Located in the Second Street District, this New American restaurant combines seasonal ingredients with local artisan products to create a true farm-to-table experience. Executive Chef Ethan Holmes offers small plates for sharing, locally-recognized salads, delicious pizzas, entrees and desserts to enjoy. Second Bar + Kitchen is open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Trio Downtown Austin s neighborhood steakhouse, TRIO at Four Seasons offers a contemporary menu centered around steak, seafood and carefully chosen wines in a stylish setting that's both scenic and sophisticated. Sit down in a sleek dining room for a prime dry-aged steak dinner and one of 250 wines by the bottle, or relax and enjoy the view from the outdoor terrace overlooking the natural beauty of Austin s Lady Bird Lake.

6 Trace at the W Trace is a sleek and sophisticated restaurant featuring the finest flavors of Central Texas sourced directly from the region's surrounding farms. Come experience this downtown Austin restaurant featuring ever-changing medleys of Texas cuisine, artisan cheeses and heritage meats from the finest and freshest seasonal fare. committed to creating an enriching and thoughtful culinary experience by fusing the vibrant, local personality with a commitment to integrity and socially responsible food. Roaring Fork The Roaring Fork's Wood Fired Cooking captures the spirit of bold American cuisine, creating flavors that crackle with a rugged edge. In the Old West, the best food was prepared on a simple wood fire. This same spirit, freshness and flavor are at the heart of every dish we serve. Select from lamb, chicken, beef, pork and fresh fish entrees all perfectly prepared by wood fire rotisserie, open flame grill or wood oven roasting.

7 Shopping Mall Options The Domain Situated in a beautiful park-like setting, The Domain features 100 upscale and mainstream retail stores and restaurants, almost half of which are exclusive within the market. A sampling of retailers includes high-end boutiques such as David Yurman, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren, Tiffany & Co. and Austin's only Neiman Marcus, as well as more traditional retailers like American Eagle Outfitters, Banana Republic, Express and more. Featured stores include Louis Vuitton, Apple Computer, Neiman Marcus, Express, Tiffany & Co., Dillard's, American Eagle Outfitters, Buckle, David Yurman, and H&M. Barton Creek Square If you love shopping, you'll love Barton Creek Square with its more than 180 specialty shops, ranging from fashion, jewelry to sporting goods. The wonderfully climate controlled shopping mall includes Nordstrom, Apple Store, Forever 21, Sephora, and Michael Kors. Take a break from shopping at one of the fine eateries, including California Pizza Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory and Nordstrom Bistro Cafe or treat the family to a movie at the 14-screen AMC IMAX Theater. Shop in luxury at Barton Creek Square, where you'll find limestone reminiscent tile, comfortably stylish carpeting, and plush seating areas. Featured stores include Apple Computer, Swarovski Crystal, LEGO Store, Lululemon Athletica, Starbucks Coffee, Michael Kors, BareMinerals, Best Buy Mobile, Personique on the Spot and Travelex Currency Services. 2 nd Street District The 2 nd Street Shopping District is where Texas warmth meets Austin cool. By encouraging and promoting local businesses and nurturing the community the 2 nd Street District has become one of the hottest places in Austin for shopping, dining and entertainment. The 2 nd Street District promotes local events and groups in order to make the city feel like more of a community. There isn t a more Austin place to shop than in the 2 nd Street District.

8 Austin Activities Dinner Lab Dinner Lab is a place to discover what's possible. The nomadic dining experience invites members to try new recipes from rotating chefs and give feedback. The dinners are held in unique spaces that exist for only 24 hours, the company is diverse and adventurous and the chefs come from some of the world's best restaurants. Real Austin Tour This bucket list tour gives guests a city overview in just 2 hours. Major landmarks, lesser known gems that only a local would know about, real neighborhoods, and of course, the famous Austin food trucks! This is definitely not a typical van tour. Guests will be driven in Mercedes vans but will get out at many stops. On the way guests will chat about art, music, culture, food, history, parks, famous people and much more. Guests will also have the opportunity to discover secret spots, hear funny stories and decipher local legends. The tour will let guests experience the real Keep Austin Weird mentality.

9 Austin Live Music Crawl Austin has over 270 live music venues, many of which are outside of downtown and tucked into neighborhoods. Skip cover bands and jam out to authentic music with us all over the city. Three hours in three different venues! This tour is perfect for anyone who wants to check out the live music scene but doesn t really know where to go. This is a great way to start the night for guests who want a fun start to the night and then keep the party going afterwards. Pub Crawler An experience as unique as Austin for you and up to 14 of your friends. The Pub Crawler is a pedal-powered bar on wheels that give guests a slow leisurely tour through Austin. Guests get the opportunity to sample Texas s finest beers and wine while peddling the Pub Crawler around the city. The Pub Crawler s maximum speed is five miles per hour just the right speed for sharing good times while guests tour scenic routes all over Austin! This is a fun and unique way to experience the city of Austin.

10 Live, Love, Paddle Welcome to Live Love Paddle. Live Love Paddle specializes in Austin Congress Bridge Bat Tours to view the bat's nightly departure. They also offer Austin kayak rentals and Austin paddle board rentals on Lady Bird Lake, all day kayaking trips down local rivers, overnight river trips for camping enthusiasts, and corporate team building activities. Live Love Paddle also offers a two hour Urban Kayaking Tour of Downtown Austin. All trips are guided to take the stress out of your adventure. If you have an active group, this is the activity for you! Fly Lake Austin Fly Lake Austin provides a unique water jet pack adventure not to be forgotten. Fly out of the water with these unique water jet packs. Fly Lake Austin specializes in training individuals or groups of friends to master the latest crazes in flying water sports; the Jetovator and Flyboard. Located only minutes from downtown hotels, Fly Lake Austin provides all the equipment and training necessary for guests to have a memorable experience on Lake Austin. This outdoor water jetpack adventure is amongst the best things to do in Austin! Bring your group to Lake Austin and learn to fly! Fly Lake Austin can customize a group experience to make your event unforgettable! Come Fly Lake Austin and see it s one of the best things to do in Austin.