Dietary Restrictions Get First-Class Service at This South Austin Brewery | Eater Austin
"Opened in late May at 7313 N Interstate 35 Frontage Road in South Austin, this 16,500-square-foot brewery aims to serve meat eaters, vegans, the gluten-intolerant and everyone in between by offering food, beer, and wine that accommodate many dietary restrictions. Director of culinary operations Emily Rayburn (who is vegan and gluten-intolerant) and director of brewing Keith Shaw (vegan) prioritize inclusivity: Shaw uses Brewers Clarex, a gluten-reducing enzyme that lowers gluten to levels unlikely to trigger most intolerances, and Rayburn says nearly everything on the menu can be made gluten-free or vegan at the same price. The beer selection features ales, IPAs, saisons, pilsners and ambers along with wine and cider, while the food program centers on 12 pizzas — including a pepperoni with a jalapeño swirl; a bianca with garlic-based sauce, herb ricotta, parmesan, mozzarella, hot agave-based honey and pepper flakes; and the Verde with garlic-based sauce, cilantro pesto, roasted corn, mozzarella, chipotle crema and cotija — plus cajun sweet potato wedges, pretzel bites, salads and a wrap. Planned additions include monthly nine-course dinners with beer and wine pairings in the basement (starting Aug. 5 for $185 per person), a speakeasy-style cocktail bar, and an outdoor food truck; the operation also emphasizes staff care with a wellness center in development and a $20/hour minimum pay. Hours are Sunday–Thursday 11 a.m.–10 p.m. and Friday–Saturday 11 a.m.–11 p.m." - H. Drew Blackburn
