Épicerie
After initial worries over noise and parking, owner Sarah McIntosh's classy take on Cajun and French cooking has won over the Rosedale neighborhood. Whether it is seasonal fried green tomatoes and smoked shrimp, or slow simmered oxtail stew over grits, there's always something new and interesting on the menu at this quaint cafe and mini-grocery. – Rachel Feit
2307 Hancock
512/371-6840
www.epicerieaustin.com
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