23: Austin, Texas

In this episode of the Find Dining Podcast, Katie Lewis of Slow Down & Savor offers up another great restaurant recommendation: El Naranjoin Austin , where Chef Iliana de la Vega serves up traditional interior Mexican dishes like Tacos de Pescado with a side of “de la olla” black beans and Tacos de Cochinita Pibíl with a side of refried black beans. We discuss the infamous bat bridge, absinthe cocktails and the history of the Club Sandwich. Read more about El Naranjo on Slow Down & Savor Visit the El Naranjo website El Naranjo is located at 85 Rainey Street in Austin Katie recommends: Guacamole Tradicional The Side Salad Tacos de Pescado: Three tacos with Achiote marinated fish, shredded cabbage, salsa mexicana served on corn tortilla, with a side of “de la olla” black beans Tacos de Cochinita Pibíl Three tacos stuffed with Cochinita Pibíl (slow roasted pork shoulder), pickled red onions and a side of refried black beans Austin, Texas Dining Districts to Explore: Rainey Street Warehouse District 2nd Street District Austin, Texas Food Events: Gypsy Picnic Trailer Food Festival Trailer Food Tuesdays (last Tuesday of the month) Food for Thought: Q: True or False: Austin Is the 14th Best Burger City in the USA. A: False. According to USA Today, Austin ranks 13th. Out of the Frying Pan Picks: Favorite Spot for Outdoor Dining: East Side Fillin' Station Favorite First Date Restaurant: Casino El Camino Favorite Place to Watch the Game: Third Base Favorite Place to Take Out-of-Town Guests: The Salt Lick (Driftwood) Favorite Place for an Original Cocktail: Péché Favorite Steakhouse: Perry's Steakhouse & Grille