Photo by Amy Denney
Photo by Amy Denney
Photo by Amy DenneyThe Arboretum at Great Hills opened in 1985 and is now one of Austin's top shopping and dining centers, featuring many mainstay retailers. However, about a quarter of the Arboretum's businesses are locally owned and operated. The property also includes a detention pond that is home to many ducks, turtles, geese and fish.
Food
1. Steve and Amy Simmons own 13 Amy's Ice Creams locations in Austin, including the one at 10000 Research Blvd., Ste. 140. The Arboretum store has 14 flavors of ice cream, such as the popular Mexican vanilla, one frozen yogurt and one sorbet. Amy's Ice Creams opened its first store in 1985. 345-1006, www.amysicecreams.com
2. College Station–based bakery and cafe Blue Baker will open its first Austin location by April at 10000 Research Blvd., Bldg. A. The shop carries artisan breads, pastries, sandwiches, salads and soups that are made from scratch daily. The bakery will also offer tours of its facilities so patrons can see where the baked goods are made. Blue Baker has two locations in College Station. 346-2583, www.bluebaker.com
3. For four years, Jong Hwa and Sun Park have served sushi at Drunk Fish, 10000 Research Blvd., Ste. 139. The small eatery seats only 19 customers, but the Parks offer take-out. The menu includes specialty rolls such as the Rainbow Roll with salmon, tuna, white tuna, red snapper and shrimp. The menu also includes a selection of ramen dishes, including one topped with potato chips. 349-9454, www.drunkfishusa.net
