Southwest Austin Dripping Springs Edition | January 2023

SNEAK PEAK OF THE NEW MENU In February, Keepers Coastal Kitchen will update its menu and restaurant to oer a more high-end experience. Prices have not been determined yet.

The shellsh risotto will include wild mushrooms, peas, mussels, lobster and shrimp.

Chef Amir Hajimaleki owns Keepers Coastal Kitchen. Keepers Coastal Kitchen Sustainable seafood restaurant launches new look DINING FEATURE PHOTOS BY ELLE BENTCOMMUNITY IMPACT

Fried green tomatoes are panko breaded with a red pepper tahini sauce, roasted corn sofrito, goat cheese and green onion.

W hen chef Amir Hajimaleki opened Keepers Coastal Kitchen in 2021, his goal was to oer sustainable seafood. “So, we really wanted to bring [sustainability] to the forefront, even if it’s a little drop in this big planet to bring that awareness to people who are coming to Keepers,” he said. In 2023, Keepers will continue its mission, but it is moving away from its laid-back, casual vibe. “We’re rolling out a new look and feel of Keepers,” Hajimaleki said. “This is something that is more aligned with the community.” Keepers plans to add a new logo, lighting and banquette seating; use plates by artists; and replace most of the tables and chairs. It will bring in new decor while keeping much of the local art already there. Hajimaleki, who also owns Oasthouse Kitchen + Bar and District Kitchen + Cocktails, describes the BY ELLE BENT

new feel as cozy and intimate. “After being at work all day, people want to be able to go out somewhere that has really good food and a nice atmosphere,” Hajimaleki said. Keepers will add new menu items and expand the wine and cocktail list. The menu will continue to include current favorites, such as fried green tomatoes, and new additions, such as shellsh risotto. Keepers also oers nonseafood options, such as the gaucho steak and chili garlic noodles. Keepers will roll out the changes in February. For Valentine’s Day, Keepers will oer a wine dinner with a xed menu. “The biggest thing I’m excited about is for our guests and some of our longtime regulars that go to our other restaurants, for them to come experience Keepers with this new feel and have a really great experi- ence trying some of the fun dishes,” Hajimaleki said.

Scallop sashimi is a new dish—part of the raw bar.

Keepers Coastal Kitchen 5701 W. Slaughter Lane, Bldg. D, Austin 512-519-9911 www.keepersaustin.com Hours: Mon.-Wed. 3-9 p.m., Thu.-Sat. 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

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SOUTHWEST AUSTIN DRIPPING SPRINGS EDITION • JANUARY 2023