Koko’s Suspension, El Naranjo’s Lamb Jam Win, Sushi Bar’s Guest Chefs, Uchibā and Yamas and Carve are On the Way, Bouldin Creek Dances a Foxtrot, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...a tetralogy of beer-paired prix fixes in the hotel’s 1886 Cafe …..."

June 7, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Guest Chefs From Norway, Off-the-Menu From Perry’s, the Dead Rabbit From NYC, Something Something Space Lord Chophouse, the Tantalizing Possibility of Free Hamburgers for a Year, and More

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...upscale hostelry – “longtime” in this case means since 1886 – and he’ll also ride herd on the planned..."

Jan. 11, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Lazarus Opens on Airport, J-Prime Opens Downtown, Old Thousand and JewBoy Bring the Holiday Fusion, Chanukah Gets the Haute Cuisine, and Everything Is Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...spice martini in their bar, holiday teas at the 1886 Cafe and Bakery, and maybe that elusive g-g-ghost of..."

Nov. 30, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

18 Coffee Shops and Cafes in Downtown Austin for When You're On the Go

A caffeine fix is never far away

"...1886 Cafe & Bakery..."

July 23, 2019 Food Post

30 Restaurants to Try in Downtown Austin

Eat some good food while you’re in town

"...2) 1886 Cafe & Bakery The 1886 Cafe & Bakery –..."

March 16, 2018 Food Feature by Acacia Coronado

SXSW Downtown Dining Guide

So you’re hungry at SXSW?

"...4) G'raj Mahal Cafe 73 Rainey, 512/480-2255 www.grajmahalaustin.com Tasty Indian specialties in a..."

March 10, 2017 Food Feature by The Food Staff

Local Eateries to Feed Your Hangover

Feast your eyes, then your stomach

"...is The Driskill (604 Brazos), a hotel constructed in 1886 housing a beautiful bar and grill as well as..."

June 17, 2016 Columns Post by Spencer Beghtol

Eat It

So you're hungry at SXSW?

"...austinconventioncentercatering.com Arno's BBQ, Burro Cheese Kitchen, Chi'Lantro, Counter Deli Cafe, Garbo's Fresh Maine Lobster, Hat Creek Burger Co., Lavaca..."

March 18, 2016 Food Feature by The Food Staff

Anniversaries at The Hightower and Backspace

Daily Austin food news

"...Hops & Grain Brewery are teaming up with the 1886 Cafe & Bakery at the Driskill for a four-course..."

Jan. 8, 2016 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Lovely Day

You're never too cool for breakfast

"...have eggs in it, it's probably not breakfast. Counter Cafe626 N. Lamar, 512/708-8800; 1914 E. Sixth, 512/351-9961 www.countercafe.com..."

March 20, 2015 Food Feature by Brandon Watson

Food-o-File

Mourning the restaurant that brought Thai to Austin

"...World Tour where the owner of Tèo Espresso, Gelato, & Bella Vita (1206 W. 38th) is representing North America..."

Sept. 5, 2014 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Know Your Culinary Matriarchs

Meet some of the women who helped shape Austin's culinary consciousness

"...has changed many times since Corbitt worked there, the 1886 Cafe & Bakery still serves her cheese soup and..."

July 11, 2014 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Summer Specials to Entice You

Free kids' meals, seasonal specials, food and drink bargains galore

"...under 12 for each adult entrée purchased: 34th Street Cafe (1005 W. 34th); Gusto Italian Kitchen (4800 Burnet Rd.);..."

July 1, 2014 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Celebrity-Spotting and People-Watching

"...The Driskill (604 Brazos) Home to both the breezy 1886 Cafe and the more upscale Grill, this is a..."

March 15, 2013 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Undiscovered Jewels

Formula One visitors get a taste of Austin's best hotel dining

"...engines! – V.B.W. Stephen F. Austin: Stephen F's Bar & Terrace701 Congress, 457-8800; www.austin.intercontinental.com..."

Nov. 16, 2012 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Second Helpings: Post-Easter-Egg-Hunt Brunch

"...9:30am till 2pm. If you don't make it upstairs, Cafe 1886 will have all of your regular favorites on..."

April 6, 2012 Food Column

Holiday Dining Guide

"...brunch with seatings from 10am to 3pm. Downstairs, the 1886 Cafe will be open all day, serving brunch until..."

Dec. 23, 2011 Food Feature

2011 Thanksgiving Feasts Around Town

"...event, so be sure to reserve early. Downstairs, the 1886 Cafe & Bakery will offer a seasonal menu for..."

Nov. 18, 2011 Food Feature

Food and a Movie

Strategic local restaurant suggestions to enhance your SXSW Film Festival schedule

"...• Just a few doors down, Mará­kesh Cafe & Grill (906 Congress) dishes inexpensive but superb Middle..."

March 11, 2011 Food Feature by Claudia Alarcón

Xmas Day Feasts Around Town

Whether you observe the holiday or not, Austin offers plenty of variety for going out on Christmas Day. Don't forget to call ahead for reservations well before the big day.

"...brunch with seatings from 11am to 4pm. Downstairs, the 1886 Cafe will be open all day, serving brunch until..."

Dec. 17, 2010 Food Feature

2010 Thanksgiving Feasts Around Town

Let someone else jockey for oven space – there are plenty of options for taking the family out this year

"...reserve early. If you don't make it upstairs, the 1886 Cafe & Bakery will be offering plenty of your..."

Nov. 19, 2010 Food Feature

Family Matters

Downtown dining with young ones doesn't have to be daunting

"...a special dinner or an after-theatre or after-museum treat. 1886 Cafe & Bakery604 Brazos, 391-7066 Sunday-Thursday, 7am-12mid; Friday-Saturday, 7am-2am..."

June 11, 2010 Food Feature by Katherine Gregor

Thanksgiving Roulette

Feast around town

"...reserve early. If you don't make it upstairs, the 1886 Cafe will be offering plenty of your favorites as..."

Nov. 20, 2009 Food Feature

Food-o-File

Dining options in Austin's far-flung suburbs are definitely improving

"...than I had realized. Ann Lux, proprietor of Lux Bakery & Cafe (3601 W. William Cannon #175, 891-9850, www.luxbakeryandcafe.com),..."

April 24, 2009 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Biscuit Breakfasts in Austin

The best places to grab a biscuit breakfast in Austin

"...Counter Cafe 626 N. Lamar, 708-8800 Daily, 8am-4pm; breakfast served all..."

March 20, 2009 Food Feature by MM Pack

Top 10 Biscuit Breakfasts of 2008

From Austin, Texas, Benedict to migas and biscuits, Austin's Bs & G scene rules

"...5) Counter Cafe: In this tiny 21st century diner in the old..."

Jan. 2, 2009 Food Feature by MM Pack

Austin Landmarks on the Menu

Pay tribute to old Austin with a visit to one of these 19 landmark restaurants

"...scene with nationally recognized fine-dining spots, wine bars, comfort-food cafes, and an ever-expanding array of enticing ethnic choices. All..."

Sept. 12, 2008 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

Event Menu

Local food events

"...• 34th Street Cafe (1005 W. 34th, 371-3400, www.34thstreetcafe.com) becomes Lounge 34 again..."

Aug. 29, 2008 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Food-o-File

From campus to the convention center, new executive chefs are courting culinary connoisseurs

"...now the executive chef at the brand new UT AT&T Executive Education and Conference Center, at the southern edge..."

Aug. 1, 2008 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Driskill 1886 Cafe & Bakery

Driskill 1886 Cafe & Bakery is home of impressive chefs and bad food service

"...Driskill 1886 Cafe & Bakery604 Brazos, 391-7121 Sunday-Thursday, 6:30am-10pm; Friday-Saturday, 6:30am-12mid;..."

May 23, 2008 Food Review by Virginia B. Wood

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