Restaurants
II Thumbs Up for III Forks
Posted by chiz on December 21, 2007 in Restaurants
All those years of traveling lead to lots of airplane magazine readings. Because I love a good steak, the page that always caught my eye was the “Top 10 Steakhouses in America”. For as long as I’ve been reading those magazines (close to 10 years now), III Forks has always made the list. Yes I know the Dallas location is what makes the list, but the same entrepreneur recently opened up a 2nd location in Austin. Finally, while in Austin, I got to visit this mythical steakhouse. Let’s just say it’s exceeded my every expectation. USDA Prime steaks, fresh fish and cold-water lobster were the big menu items. In typical Austin fashion, it’s a nice place where you’ll find folks in suits sitting next to those in jeans. Just my style. I had the Filet and it was the juciest, most prime piece I’ve ever tasted. The server was very educated on the wine list (thankfully considering it was the biggest mark up I’ve ever experienced). I opted for the Stag’s Leap 2004 Cabernet. At 100 dollars a bottle it represents about a 120% markup on the price you’ll find at your local Whole Foods. The trade off is one of best atmospheres and wine lists you’ll experience, all in the heart of Downtown Austin. If you’re entertaining a client, or simply looking to impress a date, spare no expense and try this place out.