I've tried Amy's baked goods on several occasions and although they are all 100% gluten free, you'd…read morenever know it. She is a baker of delicious desserts. She comes highly recommended as a kind woman of an amazing talent. Janet R

My wife and I today bought essentially one or more of everything Amy bakes. WOW ! My wife…read moreprefers GF and me, not so much. But her creations are so good, one woukd have NO IDEA they are GF....sooooo good ! Do yourself a favor and give Spoondrift a try. You will not be disappointed, GF or not !! Great job, Amy !

The Yard is a weird and wonderful place full of food, beverages and games…read more We were enjoying some cold suds at Ants Beer Cave and were feeling peckish. There are lots of food trucks in The Yard and we decided to order from Spicy Boys. We ordered online and I walked over to pick up our food. The Crispy Asian Fried Chicken is outstanding! We got the 5 Piece Drums & Thighs with some Tingly Tater Tots, which is plenty of food for 2 people. The Thai Basil Ranch sauce was phenomenal. Pro Tip: Ask the venue, where you want to consume your chicken, if they allow outside food. Not all of them do.

Great location in front of St Elmo's Brewery. Grabbed a convenient picnic table, a beer and enjoyed…read moretheir hot chicken sandwich with tator tots. I felt that the spices on the tots were too much when paired with the sandwich. I love spice and heat but this seemed overkill. Would've been nice to have them without the spice. Service was great and quick.

The new Shady Hollow location is fantastic! The shrimp and grits with chorizo is delicious! Their…read morebacon is thick and has great flavor. We will definitely be going again!

I must admit that I was a bit skeptical about this tiny restaurant in an older strip mall bearing…read more a big blue sign that said "Diner" on it. But I enjoy new experiences and menus with eclectic dishes. The menu had few choices for breakfast and I was unsure why it was suggested as a breakfast place. It's actually a good place to eat any time of day! The beautifully decorated patio provided the perfect welcome into their modestly decorated air conditioned restaurant and bar. When I say bar, it's more like a 1950s bar that you can sit at and have a meal at. Although drinks and meals were offered any time of day! The waitress was pleasant and helpful in suggesting add ons with my meal. But being a purist, I wanted to try it as intended. The food arrived in the normal amount of time. When I first saw my mozzarella omelette I was a little surprised! It didn't look anything like what it was described as! Oh well! I thought. Let's give it a try! My taste buds were happily amazed! Could this omelette smothered in mushroom gravy, green "pesto" and bread crumbs be the best omelette I've ever had?! The mushroom tomato gravy was so smooth! Along with the cilantro avocado topping. That tasted more like pesto, gave it the perfect zing! I had wished I the had ordered some toast to dip in the sauce. I could have done without the bread crumbs. But they were easily swept to the side. The amount of mozzarella cheese in this omelette led me to believe it was more of an omelette lasagna than a plain old omelette. This place is definitely a must if you are visiting Austin!

As of Jan 2016 I haven't made a half-hearted "New Years resolution", but more of a firm commitment…read moreto improving my health. The most integral part of achieving this is eliminating wheat/gluten from my diet. I decided to review any and all products that I find helpful in my desire to be gluten free. My local Kroger is undergoing a great makeover and are adding several gluten free flours, mixes and frozen foods. I contacted several of the companies that have their gluten free products stocked and asked for coupons and brochures. Within a few days I received coupons and a handwritten note from Travis Jackson, a sales associate for Smart Flour Foods. In this day and time it is a rarity to receive anything handwritten by a person, let alone from any company. Flour made from sorghum, amaranth and teff is the basis of all the Smart Flour products available. This is a welcome thing for people that are not thrilled with flour mixes containing white and brown rice flours or do not like the tastes of bean flours. I'm not a fan of bean flours but I have no issues with rice flours. The Smart Flour Foods frozen pizza I ate (uncured pepperoni) was very satisfying. The crust edges had a crunch but the entire crust wasn't crunchy, yet it was firm enough to eat without worry of dropping toppings onto yourself. The sauce is distinctive but not overwhelming. I added finely diced onions and a few slices of regular pepperoni (to fill in the gap where there was a defect in the toppings). These frozen pizzas are very small (10") and it should fill up one person. The price (at my Kroger), at $7.99, is a bit steep, unless you don't have a way to make your own gluten free dough. Smart Flour Foods offers a gluten free hamburger bun but those aren't available in my area. As long as these pizzas are available in my store I will try to keep a couple in the freezer for snacking or light meals.

When I found out I needed to adjust my wheat intake about five years ago, I launched a relentless…read moresearch for quality gluten free foods. Most products I tried were just okay. Nothing really blew my skirt up until I sampled the pizza crust by Smart Flour Foods. It is chewy, has great texture and tastes fantastic! Smart Flour Foods is an innovative local company that has created a "Smart Flour" using Teff, Tapioca and Amaranth grains. Since finding their pizza crust, I no longer suffer from serious pizza cravings. I simply make my own at home. Try pesto sauce, sundried tomatoes, caramelized onions, olives and parmesan cheese on yours. The pizza crust is the same one used by Austin Pizza, Brick Oven and The Grove where you will pay a three or four dollar upcharge for gluten free pizza. This creative company also offers 7 varieties of gluten free ready-to-bake cookies such as Triple Chocolate and Chocolate Chip Pecan and, Holy Mother of Goodness, they are tasty! A flatbread product, which I have not tried, is also available to use for wraps. Smart Flour Foods' products can be found at the Westbank People's Pharmacy, Whole Foods and Central Market.

I discovered St..Elmo and came back!…read more I originally trying a falafel sample at the Discover St. Elmo event with Yelp. I came back because I appreciated having a sample today reflected the main dishes of a Jerusalem street food truck. I order using the he link to their toast. They were on a break, so I had to wait a little longer. The link to order came in handy vs me waiting to put an order in until someone arrived. I ordered the chicken shawarma wrap and a side of falafels. My falafels were crispy and flavorful. The chicken shawarma wrap was the perfect size. The amount of meat on the wrap was really good, all of the ingredients were balanced well. The chicken was flavorful as well. I wanted to order fries, but they were sold out. There is plenty of seating available throughout St. Elmo. You can sit outside, listen to music, and grab a drimk from other businesses. I will definitely go again!

This food truck is in the st. Elmo area. I was playing pickleball near by and was craving some…read moreshawarma. I tried ordering at the counter but they were backed up with orders so I ordered through the QR code, ended up ordering the chicken shawarma with double meat. Took around 25 minutes to get the order. The food was very good and tasty. Would go back again.

This little gem of a bakery exceeded every expectation I had. Beautiful, delicate interior design,…read morea sweet patio where you can relax with a coffee and a pastry, the whole vibe is calm and cozy, which I appreciated so much. Now, the real star: the gluten-free baked goods. We tried four different things, cookies included, and honestly? I was stunned. The flavor, the softness, the balance, nothing felt like a "gluten-free compromise." It tasted like the real deal, maybe even better. Not overly sweet, not dry, not crumbly, just genuinely delicious pastries that happen to be gluten-free. I don't know what magic they're working in that kitchen, but this is easily the best gluten-free bakery I've come across. A must-visit, no question.

How have I lived Austin TX so long and had not discovered Maaribu!? Maaribu is modern, cool and…read moreeclectic coffee shop and store where you can have the most delicious cup of coffee along with a pastry or bite. Every piece in the store appears to be intentionally curated. Maaribu melds a home and gift shop with an in house café and bakery, creating an experience that's both relaxing and memorable. According to Mable, my server, Maaribu is a combination of the word Marfa (Texas town that has the Prada store) and Malibu. The brand is often described as combining Marfa's creative spirit, Malibu's laid back lifestyle, and clean Scandinavian design. The shop portion of Maaribu is beautifully styled, featuring furniture, décor, books, and gifts that have a modern flare. All the items are easy to peruse and get drawn in. The use of color is playful and engaging. Maaribu's key highlight is its café and bakery. The in house café has an assortment of coffee, wellness beverages, and dedicated gluten free baked goods. I bought a Rose honey latte, which was divine along with a multi-layer pastry. Mable said customers enjoy the quality and flavor of the pastries...scones, muffins, cookies, brownies, and egg bites are frequent favorites. Importantly, the café is reported to be fully gluten free, which makes it a standout destination for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities, without sacrificing taste or variety. The outdoor seating and patio area add to the charm, making Maaribu a great place to enjoy coffee and pastries on a nice Austin morning. After years in Austin, I finally discovered Maaribu--a modern, eclectic coffee shop and store. Every item is thoughtfully curated, blending a home-and-gift shop with a café and bakery for a relaxing experience. The name combines Marfa's creative vibe, Malibu's laid-back style, and Scandinavian design. The shop offers stylish furniture, décor, books, and gifts, all easy to browse and visually engaging. Maaribu's café is fully gluten-free, featuring quality pastries like scones, muffins, cookies, brownies, and egg bites, as well as wellness drinks and coffee. Outdoor seating makes it a perfect spot to enjoy coffee and pastries on a pleasant Austin morning. Wow...Maaribu!!!

The food was unexpectedly delicious! I wasn't so excited to go to a bar for dinner, but this place…read morewas truly worth it. All of this was about $80 without tips, which I think was very reasonable. We truly had a great experience!

It's been weeks since my first, (and so far, only) visit to The Little Darlin' and I'm still…read moredreaming of that hamburger I had. Seriously the BEST HAMBURGER I've ever had. Like, I'm probably never going back because I'm not sure that is repeatable . I like my hamburger well-done which usually means a fairly dried out burger, which I'm always fine with. NOT SO at this establishment! It was PERFECTION! Actually juicy, full of grilled flavor and expertly paired with toppings of their choice. I changed nothing and now I think I'm ruined because nobody will ever serve me a better burger! I also had the elote dip and it was also STELLAR! Bravo y'all!

great donuts! Mila and David are wonderful and friendly, we have enjoyed our time and we will come…read moreback!

Super friendly service…read more Spacious indoor and outdoor seating Delicious donuts For sure with stopping for a coffee and treat!

Update: After eating probably 40+ chicken shawarma wraps from here, I wanted to do an update & also…read morecorrect a few things from my previous review. First of all, after trying tons of other places, it's official - Salam's has THE BEST chicken shawarma wrap. I am quite literally obsessed with them. It's the chicken, the saj/Markouk bread, the Toum - everything comes together perfectly. If I could eat them every day, I certainly would and sometimes do. Mondays & Tuesdays are sad days for me. lol I still try other places sometimes, but I'm often disappointed. Unfortunately I don't live close by & my town has ZERO middle eastern places to eat. So that's also why I place larger orders. 1. Correction: The meat actually IS cooked and shaved from a spit. But, it's not paper thin and dry like some places tend to be. It's also not chicken breast. It's either thigh or a combination of both. Whatever it is, it's working. It's the best chicken I've ever had. I've tried to recreate it at home 100 times, but it's just not gonna happen. 2. I don't think I've actually ordered from here 40 individual times, but when I do come, I order several wraps. I special order them whole with no sauce or pickles so I can put a couple in the fridge to save for the rest of the week. They don't get soggy that way and are easier to toss in the air fryer or oven later. Then I add sauce & pickles later along with pomegranate molasses. I always keep a bottle handy. (HEB has it) Salam's is always really great about granting those requests for me. 3. They have added their baklava to the online menu. Yay! **If I could add anything to the menu, it would be little cups of pomegranate molasses. Personally, it doesn't affect me because I always get my food to go & I keep a bottle at home. But, I hate that other people might be missing out on it. I mix it with their garlic sauce. When you give your wrap a little dip, then take a bite, it's like a few seconds of heaven on earth. Think: that popular video/meme/scene where John Hamm is in the club looking blissful. Yeah, it's like that.

Very conflicted writing this and was very much looking forward to trying. Ordered online so that…read moremight be where the issue lays, but ordered the Fat Man's Plate with falafel. Service was quick, took maybe 7 mins for it to be ready. Looking at others photos and the description (included) I feel what I received was not the same, just fries and falafel with tahini sauce. Missing out on all the pickled vegetables. While the falafel and tahini sauce was excellent I do not feel like this was worth $25. Note, did not have the option of rice vs fries. Not a huge deal, but would've preferred the rice. Fries were solid. And you can select no spice or spice. Recommend the falafel and going in person if trying out!

Hands down the BEST chocolate chip cookie in Austin. Fight me all you want. This cookie is a whole…read moremeal in its own but is so restricted on the sweetness which is makes it the perfect dessert. I am officially their biggest new fan!

Cooooooooookies! Really good cookies here. Definitely check this place out. These are the…read moreLevain-ish giant cookies. They're not your traditional classic cookie but oh so delicious. I also tried their tiramisu (which I think is only offered on the weekends). I thought this was a bit disappointing. The lady fingers were a little too soggy for my liking and the layers were a little inconsistent. I wouldn't say it was bad but the cookie was way better.