John Anderson

RESTAURANT
GUIDE

Sway


1417 S. First
Austin
512/326-1999
www.swayaustin.com
Hours: Sun.-Wed., 11am-10pm; Thu.-Sat., 11am-11pm
The desserts inspire arguments at this South First hot boîte, but cool quickly to mango sorbet. The Thai-based menu offers the ideal platform for innovation, and you'll be transported here, first by Prawn Miange, then by the Chinese-inspired Son in Law (braised pork shoulder), before the delicate matter of dessert is discussed.

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