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2 Poke-Poke Husband-and-wife duo Jason McVearry and Trisha Fortuna have opened another location of their small chain, Poke-Poke. Originally founded in Los Angeles, there are now a handful of locations throughout the Austin area. Most of the poke bowls come with rice, Sashimi grade Ahi, soy sauce, sesame oil and other toppings, but are customizable. • Opened Nov. 1 • 2601 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin • www.poke-poke.com 3 Trona Opened by local Tatanka Guererro and his hospitality management company, Dreamers & DOers Hospitality Group, East Austin speakeasy Trona offers a seasonal cocktail menu focusing on tequilas, mezcals, wines and rare Japanese whiskey, in addition to signature drinks. Although not required, recommendations are recommended Thursdays through Sundays. • Opened Oct. 30 • 1812 E. 12th St., Austin • www.tronaeast.com 183 4 Poeta An Italian cafe opened inside The Frances Modern Inn at the former East Austin Uncle Nicky’s spot. Created by Intero chefs Krystal Craig and Ian Thurwachter, Poeta offers an all-day menu with their spin on classic dishes, such as eggs Benedict; fried chicken picatta and gnocchi; in addition to Italian cafe drinks, such as espressos and coffees. • Opened Nov. 24 • 1123 E. 11th St., Austin • www.poetarestaurant.com
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6 Other Racquet Social Club The private membership club in East Austin combines a country club experience with pickleball, allowing members to play the sport on tournament-regulation-sized pickleball courts with social club amenities available, including full- service cabanas, clubhouse facilities, a member lounge with an honor bar and a private members’ dining room for special events. • Opened Sept. 15
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7 Thunderbird Coffee After 17 years in business as a neighborhood coffee shop, owner Ryan McElroy announced on social media in October he would soon close Thunderbird Coffee; however, he hopes to stay open until December to allow his team to find new jobs. McElroy said Thunderbird Coffee has struggled to bounce back after the pandemic, and it is no longer feasible to stay open. • Closing mid-December • 2200 Manor Road, Austin • www.thunderbirdcoffee.com
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1 Brooklyn Dumpling Shop The restaurant, owned by Alex Liebert, offers specialty and traditional dumplings, in addition to build-your-own bowls. Some of the dumplings include the macaroni and cheese, and the Korean barbecue beef. Traditional dumplings include pork and cabbage; chicken teriyaki; and kale and vegetables. • Opened Sept. 12 • 1401 E. Sixth St., Bldg. 1, Ste. 201, Austin • www.brooklyndumplingshop.com 71
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5 Lefty’s Brick Bar Lefty’s Brick Bar expanded into a neighboring space after Goan- and Portuguese-inspired restaurant Vixen’s Wedding closed Nov. 5. Named Lefty’s in the Lobby, the expansion offers breakfast options daily until noon, with cocktail and dinner options Thursday-Sunday 3-10 p.m. • Expanded Nov. 6
• 1813 E. Sixth St., Austin • www.leftysbrickbar.com
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