The Iron Bear
LOCATIONS
Easy Tiger Downtown
709 E. Sixth, 512/614-4972
photo by John Anderson
“Slow down and stay awhile” is the motto of this upscale diner. While a split-level bakeshop and beer garden may seem an unlikely pairing, the interplay among handcrafted breads, house-cured meats, and a lovingly curated beer menu is surprisingly successful.
Other Locations
Easy Tiger, The Linc, 6406 N. I-35 #1100
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Chronicle Reviews
Easy Tiger
'Top Chef' alum turns out swell sandwiches
Melanie Haupt, May 10, 2012
Articles
10 Kid-Friendly Austin Restaurants That Parents Won't Hate
Dine out with small humans without sacrificing quality or losing your mind
Melanie Haupt, Aug. 29, 2019
Top 10 Constant Cravings: Bites
These dreamy dishes are in constant rotation
Jessi Cape, Dec. 27, 2018
Top 10 Local Tastes of Heaven on Earth
A seemingly random assortment of flavors linked by excellence
Wayne Alan Brenner, Dec. 27, 2018
Best of Austin Awards
- 2019: Readers Patio (Easy Tiger)
- 2019: Readers Bakery (Easy Tiger)
- 2019: Readers Happy Hour (Easy Tiger)
- 2018: Readers Bakery (Easy Tiger)
- 2017: Readers Best Artisan Food Maker (Easy Tiger)
First Plates Awards
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