Austin's Best Food and Drink Events This Week

Thursday 30

MASON'S FAMOUS LOBSTER ROLLS: OPENING DOWNTOWN Mind you, we're mighty partial to Garbo's lobster biz 'round these here parts, especially since they've got their long-anticipated brunch menu going … but if the Mason's people are going to open their first Texas franchise in Downtown's Second Street District, well, reckon we'll at least give the newcomers a try, right? It is the neighborly thing to do, after all, and those giant seabugs don't care who serves up their succulent meat all fresh and tasty on a good soft roll … Thu. Sept. 30, 11am-8pm 200 Congress. masonslobster.com

Sunday 3

KUHLMAN CELLARS: LUCKY #7 Lucky seventh anniversary, that is, for these Hill Country producers of fine Texas wines, which is why the Kuhlman team is celebrating with a party that features live music from Austin Cobb and birthday cake. Suggestion: Pack a picnic or enjoy some of the Kuhlman Bistro’s offerings and try their newest wines. Set to be released for this lovely shindig: 2020 Estate Roussanne, 2018 KanKar, and 2018 Barranca. Say, you can even book a wine tasting to savor during the party … Sun., Oct. 3, noon-5pm. (2021) Kuhlman Cellars, 18421 E. 290, Stonewall, 512/920-2675. Free. kuhlmancellars.com

Monday 4

TIKI TATSU-YA: RESPLENDENT OPENING Long time coming, but now here at last and – believe it – even better than we may have hoped. The drinks, the food? Sure. Ooooh, that menu. We expect the best from whatever Tatsu Aikawa sets his attentions to, and that's most likely what we'll find here again and again and again. But, also – the venue itself? Like some immersive outcropping of a tiki-worshipping, 1950s-era exotic Islander dreamscape, as conjured by the wizards of Blue Genie and a whole phalanx of local imagineers? Suggestion: Escape the same old doldrums of mundanity and step into this better, more fantastic world when you want to get your drink and noms on. Mon., Oct. 4, (2021) Tiki Tatsu-Ya, 1300 S. Lamar. tiki-tatsuya.com

Tuesday 5

AUSTIN RESTAURANT WEEKS: FINAL WEEK Austin Restaurant Weeks continue for a few more tasty and philanthropic days, wherein participating Austin-area restaurants, bars, and breweries offer prix-fixe menus, specialty menu items, and drink specials with a portion of sales going to the Central Texas Food Bank. So easy, right now, to treat yourself and support your community at the same time. See a full list of participants right here. Through Oct. 10 austinrestaurantweeks.org

RED BEANS AND RICELY YOURS, AUSTIN This community initiative, headed by Chris Cubas and Maris Clegg, is dedicated to providing free meals (of red beans and rice, andouille sausage, cornbread, fruit, dessert, and a drink) to Austinites in need. "On Tuesdays, we will provide a link to sign up for a free home-made meal delivered to you with safety in mind," goes their announcement on Facebook. "There is no judgment and the form is anonymous. If you have been affected by the impact of Covid-19 or are having a hard time, we would like to make a small portion of your day a little bit better." Or, if you'd like to donate your time in driving, baking treats, or providing cases of nonalcoholic beverages, please reach out to [email protected]. redbeansaustin.com

Ongoing

BARTON CREEK FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Barton Creek Square, 2901 Capital of TX Hwy. S., 512/327-7040. bartoncreekfarmersmarket.org

BEE CAVE FARMERS MARKET Every Sunday from 10-2, rain or shine, the Bee Cave Farmers Market showcases over 35 local purveyors of delicious produce, meats, and artisanal goods at the central plaza of the Hill Country Galleria. Browsing local farmers’, ranchers’, and artisans’ wares is a great reminder of how much talent and natural bounty the Central Texas region has to offer. And even if you can’t afford to make it your grocery haul, a farmers’ market brunch trip is never a bad idea. Vendors include Goodie Dumplings, grass fed Wagyu purveyors Linzer Ranch, Farmer Dave’s heirloom tomatoes, peaches, corn, and other produce, Bee Delightful CBD honey, and Blanco Booch raw kombucha. – Lina Fisher Sundays, 10am-2pm. 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Bee Cave. beecavefarmersmarket.com

HOPE FARMERS MARKET Sundays, 11am-3pm. Plaza Saltillo, 412 Comal, 512/727-8363. hopefarmersmarket.org

SFC SUNSET VALLEY FARMERS’ MARKET Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Toney Burger Activity Center, 3200 Jones, 512/414-2096. sfcfarmersmarket.org

TEXAS FARMERS’ MARKET AT LAKELINE Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Lakeline Mall, 11200 Lakeline Mall Dr., Cedar Park, 512/363-5700. texasfarmersmarket.org/lakeline

TEXAS FARMERS’ MARKET AT MUELLER Sundays, 10am-2pm Branch Park Pavilion, 2006 Philomena. texasfarmersmarket.org/mueller

BOGGY CREEK FARM STAND Wed.-Sat., 8am-1pm. Boggy Creek Farm, 3414 Lyons, 512/926-4650. boggycreekfarm.com

SPRINGDALE FARM STAND Wednesdays & Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Springdale Farm, 755 Springdale, 512/386-8899. springdalefarmaustin.com