Irene's, a new American bar and restaurant from ELM Restaurant Group, the team behind Easy Tiger and 24 Diner, opened May 30 at 506 West Ave., Austin. Part-owner Chad Gluckson said the restaurant was inspired by his grandmother, whom he described as a "drinking, smoking, gambling woman with an immense heart and a keen understanding of true hospitality." 512-298-0853. www.irenesaustin.com