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2008 U.S. MIDWINTER
MEETING
Austin, Texas
February 28 - March 1, 2008
The State Capital Group has organized several
"Dutch-Treat" dinners at local restaurants on the evening
of Thursday, February 28. Sign-up sheets for specific restaurants
will be available at the registration desk on the morning of February
28.
Below is a list of recommended local restaurants, some of which will
serve as sites for our Dutch-Treat dinners.
Carmelo's Ristorante
Italian
504 East 5th Street
Austin, TX
(512) 477-7497
Built in 1872, the "Railroad House" accommodated passengers
traveling to other railroads and four stagecoach lines. After the
International and Great Northern Railroad reached Austin in 1876,
traffic at the depot and along the Avenue was very busy. The bar of
Carmelo's, as well as all of the private rooms above, occupies the
area of the original building, recorded on the National Register as
a Texas Landmark.
EddieV's
Seafood
301 East 5th Street
Austin, TX
(512) 472-1860
Eddie V's Edgewater Grille was inspired from the great classic seafood
restaurants of New Orleans, San Francisco and Boston. Eddie V's offers
the freshest seafood, right off the docks and Allen Brothers' USDA
prime, center-cut, steaks - aged 28 days and broiled to perfection.
The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Get in rhythm with good time
in the
V-Lounge with dining and live music nightly.
Gumbo's Louisiana Style Cafe
Cajun/Creole
710 Colorado Street
Austin, TX
512-480-8053
Spice up your evening the food voted Austin's Best Cajun/ Creole style
cuisine in town! From tempting tenderloins to fresh fish dishes to
divine desserts, Gumbo's has something in store for you! Journey over
to the quaint quarters nestled inside an edifice built in the 1800's!
The homelike atmosphere and dining experience will have you talking
to your friends about how you found the diamond in the rough in Round
Rock, Texas. With unique entreés featured from Chef Dave Gore
for both lunch and dinner, you will have a tough time losing interest
in our extensive selection of dishes-even if you have been dining
with us for the past decade!
Lambert's Downtown Barbeque
Barbecue
401 W. 2nd Street
Austin, TX
Lamberts Downtown Barbecue is located in the historic Schneider Brothers
Building, in the heart of the 2nd Street District in downtown Austin.
Lamberts' open kitchen serves up modern Texan cuisine: all natural
barbecue, wood grilled steaks, fresh seafood, family style sides,
and homemade desserts. Two bars offer inventive cocktails, locally
brewed beers on tap, premium tequilas, scotches, bourbons and live
music upstairs five nights a week.
Manuels Regional Mexican Cooking
Mexican
310 Congress Avenue
Austin, TX
(512) 472-7555
Visit Manuel's for award winning Mexican cooking and Austin's best
margaritas.
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill
American
303 Red River Street
Austin, TX
(512) 236-9599
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill takes you back to a simpler time.
Comfortable and familiar, relaxed and easygoing, Moonshine greets
guests like family. Serving up great cooking with an innovative take
on classic American comfort food, Moonshine's menu satisfies even
the big city tastes.
Roaring Fork
American
701 Congress
Austin, TX
(512) 583-0000
In the Old West, the best food was prepared on a simple wood fire.
This same spirit, freshness and flavor are at the heart of every dish
we serve. Select from lamb, chicken, beef, pork and fresh fish entrees
all perfectly prepared by wood fire rotisserie, wood burning grill
or oven roasting. Roaring Fork's ideal blend of energy and intimacy
has made it a favorite for over a decade.
Sullivan's Steakhouse
Steak
300 Colorado Street, Suite 200
Austin, TX
(512) 495-6504
Sullivan's is 1940's styled steakhouse featuring the finest steaks
and seafood, unparalleled martinis, and great live jazz! Sullivan's
bars boast live entertainment seven nights a week and are graced with
beautiful baby grand pianos, as well as high-end cognacs, single malt
scotches, an incredible wine selection and a fully stocked cigar humidor.
Trio
Contemporary Steak and Seafood
Four Seasons Hotel, Austin
98 San Jacinto Boulevard
Austin, TX
(512) 478-4500
A high-energy restaurant with clean, contemporary lines and a striking
colour palette reminiscent of a Texas sunset, TRIO is perfect for
stylish nights on the town. Its vibrant décor, accented by
high tasting tables and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling wine wall near
the entry, features natural wood floors, textured wall coverings,
rich mahogany tabletops and a distinctive collection of wine-inspired
artwork. Guests may also soak in picturesque views of Lady Bird Lake
while dining on TRIO's outdoor terrace. TRIO's menu is anchored by
the classics - prime steaks, fresh seafood and fine wine. Executive
Chef Elmar Prambs' heavy emphasis on local and seasonal ingredients
ensures only the freshest, most flavourful dishes, from expertly prepared
entrées to inventive side dishes, appetisers and desserts.
An extensive wine list offers more than 300 bottles and 60 wines by
the glass.
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