El Arbol – Treehouse Dining

Fabulous Drinks and Eats on Austin’s Best New Patio

Austin has a fabulous new outdoor patio, make that three!  A tree (hence the name El Arbol, which literally translates to “the tree”) runs through all three levels of its outdoor patio space.  A perfect perch to enjoy Austin’s 300+ days of sunshine, and the tree really keeps things cool during these dog days of summer.  An even better way to cool off is with El Arbol’s exciting and enticing cocktail menu with South American classics such as the Caipirinha and their take on the Pisco Sour.  Exclusive creations include the Tango Fresco or Primavera, both are made with fresh muddled fruit.

The cuisine is Argentinian and the kitchen is run by talented chef Chad Dolezal, whose specialty is steak.  All the beef here is USDA prime and grilled on oak wood, and the aroma welcomely waifs throughout the space.  Other not-to-be-missed items include the spinach and cheese empanadas and the day-boat scallops. Be sure to enjoy your menu selections with a bottle of wine.  The list was designed to pair perfectly with the eclectic menu items and is priced not to break the bank, in fact you’ll have sticker shock because the prices are so low.  

The design is midcentury modern fabulous with Joel Mozersky’s touch.  The first level is outfitted with sleek white leather and welcoming woods, a wine wall and an open kitchen.
Go upstairs to find an inviting bar and lounge area adjacent to clubby booths in the second dining room. The crowd here is Austin’s finest with that come-as-you-are Austin chill vibe. The service is flawless and complimentary valet parking is offered. With five seating options and an ecletic food and drink menu, go for happy hour, stay for dinner and come back for Sunday brunch — you’ll never get bored. Whenever you decide to go and wherever you choose to sit, just go, it’s fabulous.

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For over seven years Nicole Carbon has been calling Austin, Texas home. She made her way here by way of the Northeast, South Florida and Southern California. A writer of food, wine, cocktails, travel and well all things fabulous, Nicole publishes www.fabulousdrinksaustin.com. Her work appears in the Austin American Statesman, Austin Monthly, Austin Woman, Citysearch Austin, JetBlue’s blog, Rare magazine and she has made TV appearances on KXAN. When she is not traveling the globe experiencing great hotels, food and drink and writing about it she can be found running on the trail or at her happy place, Whole Foods Market. Someday soon Nicole would love to have her own travel show or at the very least her own column preferably in the New York Times.