Category Archives: Breakfast

More local closings.

Posted on September 27, 2022 by dwightbrown

By way of my mother: Vincent’s on the Lake, which took over the old Carlos and Charlie’s spot…on the lake. They blame “Economic conditions and low water levels“. Mom and I ate there about six weeks ago, and I think … Continue reading →

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2020 Austin Restaurant Closings

Posted on January 4, 2021 by lawrenceperson

Here’s a look back at Austin restaurants that closed in 2020, most (though not all) due to lockdowns from the Wuhan coronavirus. These are restaurants the SDC visited in the past, wanted to visit, or noticed the passing of (so … Continue reading →

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A few nice words.

Posted on October 19, 2020 by dwightbrown

Since we just pretty much curbstomped Easy Tiger in the Linc, I would like to say a few kind words about Fixe Southern House. This is not a formal SDC review, since it wasn’t an actual SDC. But my family … Continue reading →

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Austin Java Closes Three of Four Locations

Posted on August 5, 2020 by lawrenceperson

Three more restaurants fall victim to the Wuhan coronavirus: Austin Java will close three locations in Austin and Dripping Springs, including the cafe’s City Hall, Met Center and Dripping Springs locations, according to an Aug. 4 social media announcement that … Continue reading →

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Black Walnut Cafe Closes Both Austin Locations

Posted on June 23, 2020 by lawrenceperson

Well, darn: “It is with a heavy heart that we must announce we have decided to permanently close both of our Austin locations at Four Points and Austin Commons as of today, June 22.” A shame, as they made a … Continue reading →

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More things I won’t be eating.

Posted on October 29, 2018 by dwightbrown

The “Grinch’s Green Pancakes” off the new “Grinch Inspired Menu” at IHOP. Also on the same list: the “Who-Roast Beast Omlette”. You probably think I’m making this up. As much as I hate to give them the publicity, here’s evidence … Continue reading →

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Quick random notes.

Posted on April 26, 2018 by dwightbrown

1. Mimi’s Cafe in Bee Cave is closed, according to an email from their mailing list. Yes, it was a chain. But they had pretty good breakfasts, and sent out a lot of BOGO coupons, so Mom and I ate … Continue reading →

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Giggle. Snort.

Posted on March 26, 2018 by dwightbrown

Galaxy Cafe will close its location at the Triangle (4616 Triangle Ave.) on April 15 after 10 years of business. The location celebrated its 10th birthday on March 22. I think I went there once, maybe twice. We may even … Continue reading →

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Obituary Watch: Jim Hasslocher, Founder of Jim’s Resteraunts, Dead at 93

Posted on November 24, 2015 by lawrenceperson

A tiny morsel of restaurant news: Jim Hasslocher, the man who founded the Jim’s Restaurant chain, has died at 93. As far as mid-American chain restaurants that serve breakfast go, I like Jim’s a bit better than Denny’s, and there’s … Continue reading →

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