We like the goat combo on rice and lentils with a side of decadent rice pudding. But the hara bhara, or "green" chicken served with a thick, spicy sauce, is worth your while as well.
Plant-based, 100%-vegan coffeehouse/bakery with many gluten-free options. Breakfast tacos available in the AM, too.
At Shangri-La.
If you're looking for a huge selection of artisanal bourbons, this is the place for you, but don't miss the inventive dishes coming out of the kitchen. The Fig in a Pig is a grilled, bacon-wrapped fig stuffed with bleu cheese.
The No. 1 rule here is that everything in the store has to be all-natural, and the core ingredients are all USDA-certified organic. Chicken, turkey, and veggie burgers are options, as well as sets of sliders.
After putting in some years working the pits at the family's renowned Lockhart temple, brothers Mike and Mark Black struck out to make their mark in Austin. The chopped beef sandwich is perfectly satisfying – piled with tender, flavorful meat that was not too fatty and plenty of pickles. Other standouts: The pork ribs impress, as does the lean brisket.
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