Category Archives: American

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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Copper is Closing

Posted on December 28, 2021 by lawrenceperson

Copper in The Domain is closing January 2, 2022. To Our Friends and Guests: It is with a heavy heart that we announce the closing of Copper. Our lease expires at the end of this year and we were unable … Continue reading →

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Catfish Parlour on N. 183 Is Closing

Posted on October 28, 2021 by lawrenceperson

Evidently the owner wanted to retire, and I bet the location is quite valuable. They were a reliable staple, and we went there every so often. The South and Georgetown locations remain open. Dwight adds: This is a darn shame. … Continue reading →

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Tragic news.

Posted on June 22, 2021 by dwightbrown

Mike the Musicologist forwarded us a link from Click2Houston. Remember how Luby’s was closing down and selling off their real estate? Yeah. Not so much. The company announced Monday that it signed an agreement to sell Luby’s Cafeteria restaurant business … Continue reading →

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Which Austin Restaurants Are Open Or Closed During The Winter Storm

Posted on February 16, 2021 by lawrenceperson

Austinites who are out of food in their blacked-out homes do indeed have some dining choices available during the winter storm: Here’s a list via Austin Eater. And here’s one from Austin 360. I thought it was my blogging duty … 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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October 17, 2020: Easy Tiger.

Posted on October 18, 2020 by dwightbrown

6406 N Interstate 35 Frontage Rd Suite 1100 (512) 494-4151 Pepper grinder rating: 0. (We were not offered salt or pepper, and (of course) there were no condiments on the tables.) Men’s room rating: 1. (Two one-hole unisex restrooms with … Continue reading →

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More Austin Restaurant Closures

Posted on October 15, 2020 by lawrenceperson

While no one was looking, a whole bunch of Austin restaurants closed: BRIO Tuscan Grille: Pricey Italian chain location in the Arboretum. Good food, but I only ate there on the very occasional Sunday (when Reale’s is closed). Blue Baker: … Continue reading →

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Shut down the company and give the money back to the shareholders.

Posted on September 8, 2020 by dwightbrown

That’s what Luby’s is doing. Luby’s Inc. said Tuesday that it plans to liquidate its businesses and distribute the proceeds to its existing investors. The Houston-based company had said in June that it was looking to sell its restaurants and … Continue reading →

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