"Sof Hospitality, the group behind Israeli steakhouse Doris Metropolitan, which has locations in New Orleans, Costa Rica, and Houston, has brought its Mediterranean flare to Austin. Aris, a Mediterranean-style steakhouse, opened in mid-January, in Clarksville, boasting dry-aged prime cuts of meat and a variety of dishes like Moroccan tiger shrimp served with challah, and a variety of vegetable dishes like Israeli salad and honey-glazed harissa carrots to complement the steaks. Sof, a James Beard Awards semifinalist for Outstanding Hospitality, also owns the Mediterranean restaurants Hamsa, Badolina Bakery, and Okto in Houston." - Brittany Britto Garley, Nadia Chaudhury