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Lake Travis Area Food and Drink

Perhaps Lake Travis folks stay active because there is so much yummy food to try! From typical fare (Tex-Mex) to the more unique (food trailer scene), there usually is something new or "coming soon" to try in this growing community. A healthy mindset means there are always various good-for-you options: organic, farm to table, and locally-grown, to name a few.

New grocery store options continue to offer the good stuff and local breweries are making their mark in everything from new establishments to tours and tap rooms. Specialty coffee shops and any number of local bakeries means your palette doesn't have to travel far for variety.

Check out our write-ups of Lake Travis area restaurants, breweries, and features of local dining and favorite happy hour spots. Between good eats and kid-friendly environments, as well as a good deal here and there, you're not likely to be short on inspiration.

New Menu Items, Breakfast & More at McArthur’s Gastropub in Lake Travis

Written by Cathy Hale | March 9, 2017

McArthur’s is one of the snazzy new restaurants at Oaks at Lakeway with big televisions, a roomy all-season patio and an enormous bar. Think gastropub with a sports bar twist and sprinkle of modern industrial flair. The atmosphere is sophisticated, yet easy-going and friendly — conducive to watching any and all sporting events with ease.

And now the food matches the sophisticated vibe.

McArthur’s has been consulting with an executive chef out of California to elevate their menu and the overall experience. New dishes like the Louisiana Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich, the Wine Country Burger (pictured above) and Cumin Roasted Salmon are delighting local palates.

Wait … we haven’t even talked about weekday happy hour specials, breakfast served daily and Kids Eat Free night yet!

Juice Bars and Smoothies in Lake Travis

Written by Cathy Hale | February 23, 2017

Remember the good old days when “juicing” meant using anabolic steroids?

Now juicing literally means drinking juice. And lots of it.

Juice bars and smoothie shops started popping up in 2013, and today juicing is the hottest trend to hit fruits and veggies since the Thanksgiving cornucopia. In fact, the juice bar and smoothie business generated $2 billion dollars in 2015.

Are you ready to start juicing?

Let’s take a look at your top choices for Juice Bars and Smoothies in Lake Travis:

Cheers Y’all! Celebrating National Margarita Day in Lake Travis

Written by Cathy Hale | February 22, 2017

On the heels of National Pizza Day, we get to celebrate a very Texas-y cocktail — the margarita!

That’s right folks, today is National Margarita Day! In Texas, this delightful drink concoction is a daisy, perhaps quite literally.

According to historians, our beloved margarita evolved from popular drinks in the 1930s and 40s like gin daisies and the whisky daisies. Thanks to our Mexican ancestors, the original recipe — tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and a splash of soda — found a new name. In fact, margarita is Spanish for daisy flower.

So who’s ready to “cheers” to this sweet and sour elixir boasting the perfect tequila-to-lime ratio in a salt-rimmed glass?

National Pizza Day: 8 Spots to Grab a Slice in Lake Travis

Written by Cathy Hale | February 9, 2017

It’s time to celebrate your favorite flat, round, oven-baked indulgence.

Pizza!

Yep, it’s February 9th, National Pizza Day. If you’re in pursuit of that perfect slice of savory goodness, we’ve gotcha covered.

A sprinkle of fresh aromatic basil. Thinly sliced pepperoni. Artichokes and sun-dried tomatoes. Chicken and BBQ sauce. No matter how you like it, there are plenty of delicious pizza spots in Lake Travis to satisfy the glutton in everyone.

Here are some pizza joints close to home — and a couple worth the short trip — for your pizza eating pleasure on National Pizza Day!

A Taste of Italy in Lake Travis at Trattoria Toscano

Written by Cathy Hale | February 8, 2017

If enjoying tasty Italian fair is on your appetite’s To-Do list, Trattoria Toscano in Oaks at Lakeway says, “Benvenuto!” The restaurant opened in September 2016, so it’s still relatively new to the Lake Travis area.

While Trattoria Toscano may be new, its lineage is not. It’s locally owned and operated by the same folks who own Brick Oven Red River, Brick Oven at the Arboretum, Baretto, and Siena.

Let’s just say they know how to deliver a rustic Tuscan dining experience.

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