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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.

Oaks at Lakeway Update: Sneak Peek at Hat Creek Burger Co.

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Nope, that’s not gonna be a car wash.

That’s the brand new Austin-born, barnhouse-themed Hat Creek Burger Co. on track to open in Oaks at Lakeway in March 2017.

If you’ve driven by the construction site at 1620 S. RR 620, you’ve see the progress. And it’s pretty darn exciting.

The innovative architecture and elevation is the Hat Creek way. You can see the inspiration at every location. A distinctive barn-like design with a structure that soars into the clouds. Covered porches and inviting spaces where families can relax and enjoy a good meal together.

Hat Creek is like a restaurant-meets-play-yard-meets-picnic-area-meets-patio. It’s indoor and outdoor and then indoor again. You’ll just have to wait and see. Trust us, it’s cool.

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Shipley Do-Nuts Brings Sweet & Savory Tradition to the Lake Travis Area

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Have you noticed folks forming a line out the door in the mornings where the old Radio Shack used to be on 620?

Or maybe you’ve heard the phrase “hot glazed” resonate around town?

Well, it’s a good thing Lake Travis has so many great fitness spots around, because Shipley Do-Nuts is in Bee Cave with piping hot deliciousness of the circular variety.

Slap on that heart-rate monitor, Orangetheory junkies! It’s time to burn some oh-so-worth-it calories.

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Mighty Fine Dishes Meaty Goodness in Lake Travis

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Mighty Fine is like a tasty oasis on 620, reminding you that all-natural Texas-style burgers are always within reach.

Near the intersection of 620 and 2222 (right in front of Thundercloud Subs) and in the spot that was vacated by Hey Cupcake! is where you’ll find the Mighty Fine food trailer. Well, it’s actually a tricked-out shipping container … we’ll explain that later.

Now let’s talk about the food. Y-U-M.

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Torchy’s Tacos: Number 43 Opens in Lakeway

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From about 7am until 10pm, you can get your taco fix at the newly opened Torchy’s Tacos in Oaks at Lakeway. Finally! The restaurant officially opened its doors to a hungry crowd on November 1st with free tacos to celebrate the occasion.

The lines have been long ever since.

Why all the fuss? I mean, it’s just a taco place. Or is it?

Think of Torchy’s as an elevated fast casual restaurant with an edgy attitude and an unmatched commitment to quality. And some damn good tacos!

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