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Barley Swine

Name: Barley Swine
Address: 6555 Burnet Rd., Austin, Texas, 78757, USA
Telephone: +1 512-394-8150

6555 Burnet Rd., Austin, 78757, USA

$$$$ · Contemporary, American

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Barley Swine

6555 Burnet Rd., Austin, 78757, USA

$$$$ · Contemporary, American

One Star: High quality cooking

The room is decidedly casual, and diners are welcome to come as they are, but there's no mistaking the passion of this kitchen. Chef/owner Bryce Gilmore makes deft use of local ingredients with a distinctly Southwestern palette of flavors that draws from Mexican and Southern traditions, while maintaining a contemporary, global sophistication. The tasting menu is carefully attuned to the seasons, and refinement is balanced with a sense of whimsy. A tiny everything bagel with a creamy smoked radish spread and cucumber infused with dill hot sauce might come as a first bite, and a flawlessly seared Muscovy duck breast might be matched with a buttery puree of popped corn and an earthy/sweet nixtamalized peach.
From dishes bought at Goodwill and growing produce onsite to collecting rainwater for their garden, they're also committed to sustainability.