Knuckle Sandwich 2.0 is even better than the original - Review - Austin - The Infatuation

"The second location of Knuckle Sandwich, one of our favorite new restaurants of 2024, is bigger in every way. Instead of relying on the tiny, perpetually busy trailer at The Yard to crank out the business's husky sandwiches, there’s a proper kitchen, and, as a result, a longer, even better menu. Don't worry, Knuckle is still making sandwiches we’d sacrifice a kidney for—particularly their namesake spin on an Italian sub, or the cheesy mushroom reuben. But what was once a scrappy upstart has reached its more actualized self. photo credit: RICHARD CASTEEL photo credit: RICHARD CASTEEL photo credit: RICHARD CASTEEL video credit: RICHARD CASTEEL photo credit: RICHARD CASTEEL Pause Unmute When Knuckle 2.0 set up shop at The Far Out, they gave the spacious South Austin bar and music venue a makeover. The inside, which once felt grungy, now comes complete with clean floors and furniture you might actually want to sit on. Still, it hasn’t forfeited the low-ceilinged rustic charm required for a place that's home to the Austin Psych Fest. Beyond sandwiches, this descendant also serves burrata, a few vegetable sides, a couple of desserts, and nachos that are best with mushroom or lamb shawarma added to the heap. There’s even caviar, in case you want to feel fancy at the Grateful Dead tribute concert. Order inside or in the backyard while pregaming a show any day of the week. Welcome to the Knuckle empire. Food Rundown The Knuckle Sandwich The newfangled Knuckle serves the same four sandwiches as its predecessor, and this Italian sub riff with pickled peppers and parmesan crisps remains the best of the bunch. For our (glowing) thoughts on all four, head here. photo credit: RICHARD CASTEEL Spicy Melon & Burrata This is summer on a plate—light, refreshing, and a little kicky thanks to the red pepper sprinkled on top of the honeydew, burrata, and basil leaves. It makes for a great side, a satisfying solo lunch, or a welcome appetizer shared with a small group. photo credit: RICHARD CASTEEL Nachos Forget Tex-Mex nachos—it’s time to embrace their Middle Eastern spin-off. Knuckle adorns its pile of tortilla chips with labneh, Yemeni-style hot sauce, olive, mint leaves, and salty mushroom or lamb shawarma. They’re heavy and tasty enough to constitute a full meal. photo credit: RICHARD CASTEEL" - Matthew Jacobs