Restaurants and Activity Ideas for the Citified Austin Single

For the Austin single with an affinity for the culinary, a bit of saffron, oregano, anise or celery salt is just a matter of course, and in Austin, finding a place to satisfy your inner appetitions for the sweet, the savory, the spicy or the succulently-delectable is child's play.

Finding a sophisticated activity to accentuate your choice of cuisine could also be described as “a cinch”. For the Austin single, dating doesn't have to be complicated, but it can be sophisticated with the following restaurant and activity choices:

Wink

1014 North Lamar, Ste. E Austin, TX 78703 Phone: 512-482-8868 Fax: 512-482-9477

It's almost certain that a dining venue like Wink is conjuring the pleasures of the palate with enthusiasm. Wink declares it's philosophy1: “the innovative use of the freshest ingredients,” and shows it's culinary serious with a daily menu that incorporates fresh and unique ingredients with the culinary creativity of the Wink chef(s).

Revel in dishes that include “Baby Bibb & Red Galactic with Bing Cherries, Toasted Pecans and Humboldt Fog Dressing or savor the smacking flavors of Summer Tomato & Basil Napolean with Pickled Spring Onion, House Goat Cheese, and Pepper Aioli. Don't forget the soft touch of a crème brulee or a chevre cheesecake at the end of your romantic eveneing.

Barton Springs Pool

2101 Barton Springs Road (located in Zilker Park), Austin, Texas 78704, 476-9044

There's nothing quite like swimming to encourage a healthy appetite and in Austin the Barton Springs Pool supplied by the warm and abundant natural springs water is an impressive 1,000 ft. long. There's room enough for your, your special someone, your family, your friends, etc.

Uchi

801 South Lamar - Austin, Texas 78704

From the cold and hot tasting menus, to the sushi options, the omikase-unexpecteds and from the greens, makimono and the desserts categories, “Uchi” meaning home, will no doubt welcome your eager tastebuds to an enriching experience. Whether you're looking for Japanese style sushi or for the uchi's “Americanized” options, you are bound to enjoy the cozy atmosphere and tasteful—colorful—cuisine of Uchi.

Lyndon B. Johnson's Library and Museum

2313 Red River St, University of Texas, Austin, TX 78705 · 512-721-0200

Only a handful of men have led the greatest democracy on Earth. They are the Presidents of the United States and one of them, Lyndon Baines Johnson, is honored with a library and a museum in his name. The museum is store to a variety of items including furniture (once located in the Oval office), personal belongings of President Johnson and his wife. Coins and stamps are also included. The LBJ library houses historical documents (about 40 million page are included) in which are included the pjapers of LBJ himself.

Jeffrey's

1204 W Lynn St, Austin, TX 78703 · 512-477-5584

Jeffrey's, another potentate of the fresh-choice menu is described by the Austin American Statesman as deliver[ing] an innovative and impeccably crafted dining experience, each time out.”2 Don't miss the sophisticated essence and texture of Petrossian Caviar on Almond Blini, Seared Foie Gras with Sunchoke Puree, Pistachio Tuile & Pineapple or take in the Basil Gnocchi with Mushrooms, Mozzarella & Red Pepper Sherry Coulis. Cheeses and desserts such as the Chocolate Intemperance or the Mango, Coconut & Kiwi Sorbets with Assorted Cookies are also served.

Austin's 6th Street

Austin's 6th street includes bars, live music, clubs and historic architecture. Fine dining restaurants also make their home on 6th street and all in all, it's simply a great place to have fun.

Trudy's Restaurant and Bar

409 West 30th Street, Austin, TX 78705, Four blocks north of UT Campus

Okay, so maybe it's not exactly sophisticated, but if you are looking for a fun, college-hangout type eatery that's affordable and substantial enough to slake the hearty Texas appetite, let Trudy's whip up a meal or two for your evening. Feast on the Grilled Chicken Ceasar, the Stuffed Jalapenos, or the Poquito Chicken Flaquities with Spiced Chicken, Tomatoes, Onions, and Peppers wrapped in a four tortilla and fried.

1 http://winkrestaurant.com/shell.cfm
2 http://www.jeffreysofaustin.com/index.php?page=pages/aboutjeffreys.html&menu_id=2