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( 512-482-8868; 1014 N Lamar Blvd; mains $17-33; 6-10pm Mon-Wed, 5:30-11pm Thu-Sat)
Date night?
At this intimate gem hidden behind Whole Earth Provision Co, diners are ushered to
tables underneath windows screened with Japanese rice paper, then presented with an ex-
ceptional wine list. The chef-inspired fare takes on a nouveau fusion attitude that is equal
parts modern French and Asian. For a special splurge, try the five-course ($68) tasting
menu.
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South Austin
With more variety than any other neighborhood in the city, South Austin is a sure-fire
choice for any appetite. Reservations are recommended for top-end restaurants.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
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BURGERS
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( 512-243-7505;
www.hopdoddy.com
; 1400 S Congress Ave; burgers $6-12; 11am-10pm Sun-Thu, to 11pm Fri
& Sat)
People line up around the block for the burgers, fries and shakes - and it's not be-
cause burgers, fries and shakes are hard to come by in Austin. It's because this place slath-
ers tons of love into everything it makes, from the humanely raised beef to the locally
sourced ingredients to the fresh-baked buns. The sleek, modern building is pretty sweet
too.
Lick
(
www.ilikelick.com
; 2032 S Lamar Blvd; 12:30-10pm Sun-Thu, to 11:30pm Fri & Sat)
While we've always
been suckers for Amy's Ice Cream, we couldn't help but be wooed by Lick's creative fla-
vor combinations, like coconut and avocado, or roasted beet and fresh mint, all made with
local, seasonal ingredients. Dairy-free and vegan options available.
ICE CREAM
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Jo's Coffee
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SANDWICHES
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(
512-444-3800;
www.joscoffee.com
;
1300 S Congress Ave; sandwiches $5; 7am-9pm Sun-Fri, to 10pm Sat;
)
Walk-up window, shaded patio, plus great people-watching…throw in breakfast ta-