Best New Restaurants of 2008

by Joshua Hinsdale - Citysearch Contributor - 282 Reviews - 68 Lists
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From the archives: November 11, 2008

The Austin restaurant scene enjoys a fine dining boost with some trendy wine bars and sleek, modern eateries. From a historic home serving New American cuisine to a modernized Mexican cantina, these are the culinary stars of 2008.

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  1. 1 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Paggi House
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    200 Lee Barton Dr, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Parkside
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    301 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen
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    6317 Bee Caves Road, Austin, TX 78746 (map)

    West Austinites relax on the deck under the oaks, enjoying organic salad, pizzas and paninis while sampling flights of wine.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Lulu B's Sandwiches
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    2113 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704 (map)

    Diners nosh on Vietnamese pork, chicken and tofu sandwiches and vermicelli under shade trees at this South Lamar food trailer.

  5. 5 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Mulberry
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    360 Nueces St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

  6. 6 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Uncorked Tasting Room
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    900 E. 7th St., Austin, TX 78702 (map)

  7. 7 4 Star Rating: Recommended Sago Modern Mexican
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    4600 Guadalupe Bldg B Ste 5, Austin, TX 78751 (map)

  8. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Emerald City Press
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    915 N Lamar, Austin, TX 78703 (map)

    Light-hearted, local coffee shop brings fun to the busy Lamar corridor.

  9. 9 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Taste Select Wines
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    202 W Caesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78701 (map)

    Wine connoisseurs and novice drinkers ferment together in this upscale emporium and restaurant filled to the ceiling with fine vino.

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