Dishola: Reviews by the Dish
- dishola /dish•ō•lâ/
- v. To share the love of food - dish by dish. n. The ultimate source to find real meals at real places that rule.
Paula's Profile
2015 Manor Rd,
Austin, TX
(512) 482-0300
Paula
on 12/11/06
If you haven’t had puffy tacos, the delicate and crackly shells of raw (not griddled) masa tortillas that have been deep-fried until crisp and delicate, before being wrapped around a filling, you’d best get on it. You’d be wise to initiate yourself at Vivo’s, the convivial Tex-Mex spot on Manor Road’s ever-growing restaurant row, where they are the especialidad de la casa. An order of Puffy Tacos ($8.95) includes two homemade tortillas (fried until puffy, of course), with choice of filling (we love the spicy beef picadillo and moist shredded chicken), along with brown rice and beans, and lettuce, tomato, and cheese. What’s more, ladies are presented with a flower when they leave. When’s the last time you received one of those on a dinner date…hmmm?
2041 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX, 78704
Paula
on 01/23/07
This silver airstream trailer serves up an inexpensive and satisfying taste of France. Love the rich and gooey and ham and cheese crepe, but the dessert variations are just as alluring.
4101 W Parmer Ln Ste E,
Austin, TX, 78727
(512) 821-9472
Paula
on 01/23/07
The “Screaming Orgasm” ($13), a moan-worthy sashimi salad of clean-tasting yellowtail, shredded daikon radish, and a spicy, creamy ponzu dressing. This restaurant is a hidden gem--the chefs actually cooked at Nobu in Vegas. Sin City's loss is Austin's gain.
2514 Guadalupe St,
Austin, TX
(512) 472-8306
Paula
on 01/09/07
Although there are more colorful, aromatic versions of pad thai out there (with more vegetables and fresh herbs), Madam Mam's hits the spot when you're craving a tangle of sticky noodles and cool, crisp bean sprouts. I love the chicken variation--the meat is moist and full of flavor. Call me a sucker for all the colorful umbrellas and groovy patio furniture, but this dish always tastes best at the Westgate location.
2105 Hancock Dr,
Austin, TX
(512) 407-9305
Paula
on 12/27/06
The awesome Vegetarian Burger ($7.50), might be the best in town, and holds its own alongside the carnivorous delights and phenomenal wings. The vegetarian patty is crisp, tasty, and juicy, and topped with fresh lettuce, sliced tomato, onion and avocado. Perhaps best of all, it is served alongside addictive seasoned fries that are always cooked to order.