Sentimental Family Band Isn’t Hung Up on the High Times

The softie ex-art-rockers arrive at Austin’s honky-tonk revival

"...“Nobody spit out their chicken-fried steak,” says Lewis. Ain’t Got No Armadillo..."

April 12, 2024 Music Feature by Rachel Rascoe

Zoé Tong Is Making Dinner Fun

Modern Chinese restaurant brings to Zilker big flavors, sincere hospitality, and a ballsy refusal to be boxed in

"...Legs,” which Zoé Tong presents as its spin on chicken wings, only with fried frog legs swapped in for..."

April 5, 2024 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

An Allergy-Friendly Guide to Eating at South by Southwest

Keep filled up and fueled up during the festival without risking your health

"...but fear not, omnivores, because dishes like the pasture-raised chicken tinga are standouts. Definitely leave room for the avocado..."

March 8, 2024 Food Feature by Richard Whittaker

Valentine’s Day Dining: Five Restaurants Where Food Meets Romance

Don’t give away your heart on an empty stomach, baby

"...14: A 12-ounce Akuashi ribeye with choice of three fried Argentinian shrimp or a salmon cake, plus some pillowy..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Uchibā Is Serving Vintage With a Twist

Sushi, scallops, and surprises from the newest Uchi offshoot in Downtown

"...in your mouth. I was thrilled with their grilled chicken thigh yakitori iteration. The elevated Buffalo sauce-drizzled skewers pack..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Eight Dining Destinations on the Lubbock Food Trail

The Hub City of the High Plains becomes a culinary destination

"...American breakfast of eggs, hash browns, and ham. The chicken-fried steak and green chile stew are favorites, and save..."

Jan. 19, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Review: Juicy Claws

Southeast Asia meets Louisiana in this no-frills establishment

"...over the Juicy Claws menu, and a dish like chicken wings shows it clearly. While the standard Buffalo and..."

Jan. 12, 2024 Food Feature by Rod Machen

First Look: Yeni’s Fusion

Second location of Indonesian food truck arrives southside

"...(coconut cream beef soup) with smoked brisket or her fried shrimp green chili fries along with vegan Indonesian teriyaki..."

Jan. 9, 2024 Food Post by Haris Qureshi

Austin’s Best Wheat-Free Joints in 2023

Top 10 gluten-free glimmers

"...(pumpkin seed puree, tomato hummus, confit tomato). Throw in masa-fried soft-shell crab, and I'm in heaven. 2) Dream Bakery..."

Dec. 15, 2023 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

A Foodie’s Guide to One of North Austin’s Strip Malls

Searching for the American dream at the Spicewood / 183 Center

"...They also serve bánh mì stuffed with pork belly, fried tofu, or pâté, but I order the special combination..."

Nov. 24, 2023 Food Feature by Taylor Holland

Sudan Archives, Ben Kweller, and More Highlights From Saturday at ACL Fest

Texans Angel White, Blakchyl stood out under an annular eclipse

"...and dusty sweat of “.38 Special” from last year’s Chicken Fried Snake. Smoothly loose and impeccably tight at the..."

Oct. 15, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Austin’s Best Breweries of 2023, Power-Ranked

Top of the Hops VIII, baby!

"...much better than a Paz Mexican Lager and top-end chicken flautas at sunset… Central District (69 points) Winning gold..."

Oct. 10, 2023 Food Post by Eric Puga

17 Texas Artists to See at ACL Fest

Lone Star acts to catch at Zilker, from Houston breakout d4vd to Austin’s Die Spitz

"...like Morricone infused with meth. Third LP, last year's Chicken Fried Snake, mellowed into bluesy stoner jams, wandering in..."

Oct. 6, 2023 Music Feature by Nayeli Portillo

Restaurant Review: Veracruz Fonda & Bar

Local favorite takes flight in Mueller

"...a tortilla, and every bite is perfect. While the chicken Milanesa is a great idea and tastes good, the..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Food Feature by Rod Machen

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

A DAWA benefit, A Giant Dog album release, and a country showcase headline our recommended Austin shows

"...blues jams like a desert hallucination from last year's Chicken Fried Snake, while ripping duo Mayeaux & Broussard unloads..."

Aug. 18, 2023 Music Column by Adam Cherian

Skull & Cakebones Is Back, Lee’s Kitchen Opens Grandly, Austin Proper Takes It Streetside, Juliet Brings the Wild Boar, and Here Comes a French Bistro with a Moody Tongue

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

"...We’re talkin’ about Gulf snapper, lobster tostada crudo, rotisserie chicken tinga, and other such Texas-inflected delights – any of..."

Aug. 9, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Elementary, My Dear Hopscotch; Speering the Texas Farmers Market; Summering Van Zandt; Loro’s Honey Score-o; and, oh, a Whole Lot More-o

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

"...hamachi crudo, pappardelle, al astor tortellini, and True Bird chicken a gustatory test drive. Bonus: Hopscotch, the venue’s natural..."

Aug. 2, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Restaurant Review: Ezov

Chef Berty Richter’s upscale Mediterranean restaurant is thoughtful, modern, and inviting

"...the animal proteins for the larger-format dishes, choosing tilefish, chicken shawarma, and kofta. The tilefish was lightly breaded and..."

July 28, 2023 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Sun's Out, (Bao) Buns Out

Donald Mullikin's Bunboy bao-based food truck at Oskar Blues

"...the fall, eagerly awaiting my opportunity to try a chicken and waffle bao, or some kimchi arancini, or some..."

June 16, 2023 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup

School’s out and June is the beginning of summer fun

"...of Welfare and west of Boerne, serves a great chicken-fried steak and other delectable homestyle dishes. Before traffic moved..."

June 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Bill’s Oyster Does Lunch, Sawyer & Co. Brightens Breakfast, Lucky Dog Saké Spikes a Rooftop Pool, The Driskill Flaunts Some Fine Tequila, Fierce Whiskers Is About to Go Jump In the Lake, and More

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

"...up on June 14, and damned if the regular Chicken & Whiskey Wednesday gig at the Peached Tortilla (5520..."

May 31, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Some of Our Favorite Plates (So Far) From Hot Luck

Food photos from the fest to feed your fomo

"...Mashama Bailey of Diner Bar and interesting desserts, including chicken fried ice cream and high-end popsicles. BBQ was well..."

May 26, 2023 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

Four Korean Pubs for Your Late Night Dining Pleasure

Pochas for late-night snacking

"...the thud of K-pop, steamed squid, and the succulent fried chicken served at the Korean pubs called pochas. Pochas..."

May 24, 2023 Food Post by Evan Rodriguez

El Raval Opens Where Barlata Used to Be, Wu Chow Expands, Mueller Scores Big (Again), Bouldin Creek Welcomes Underdog, Tso Is So North Now, and More

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

"...Francisco and Chicago) and Morgan McGlone (from Belles Hot Chicken in Sydney, Australia, and Husk in Nashville). Among other..."

May 10, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Mr. Pimento Makes Sweet, Hot, “Fiyah” Jamaican Food

Homestyle mac & cheese and jerk chicken made with love

"...has an aromatic edge: The smoky allure of jerk chicken drifts throughout the coffee shop and bar, giving it..."

April 28, 2023 Food Feature by A. Richmond

Veracruz All Natural Is at Mueller, Yellowbird Is at Taco Bell, La Popular’s at Lantana, Truluck’s Is Gonna Move, Here Comes Songkran Again, and More

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

"...concept … about how Project Pollo, the local vegan chicken sandwich chain, has been sold to a national buyer..."

April 12, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Crosstalk: The American Analog Set Due for Numero Group Reissue Treatment, and More Music News

Blaze Foley’s Outhouse online & Broken Spoke's historic marker

"...business, hub of country culture with two-stepping lessons and chicken-fried foods since its 1964 opening, endured the passing of..."

April 6, 2023 Music Post by Austin Powell

Musk Opening Austin Bistro in 2024; Dish Society Arriving Even Sooner; Churro Co. Is Open Now; Tiki Tatsu-ya Debuts Rum Flights; Fiore’s Regional Pasta Club Can Be Delivered; the Texas Veg Fest Draws Nigh; and More

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

"...a smoked brisket-stuffed sweet potato, Brussels sprouts super salad, fried chicken and biscuits, shrimp and grits, and Nutella French..."

April 5, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

10 Easter Dining Options For Every Bunny We Know

But, yes, the hungry human animals will be even happier

"...up the brunchy goodness of French Toast bread pudding, chicken-fried steak and eggs, shrimp and grits, and much more...."

April 3, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Three New Restaurants/Bars Opening in the Next Seven Days

Plus an expansion later this year

"...northeast can now easily partake in the classic burgers, fried chicken, and shakes generations of Austinites have enjoyed since..."

March 22, 2023 Food Post by Melanie Haupt

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