EAST MEETS EAST

NEW CHINESE BRASSERIE OLD THOUSAND FILLS A CULINARY NICHE IN EAST AUSTIN.

Nostalgic and playful, Old Thousand does more than fill a need for Chinese on

Austin’s Eastside. Chefs

James Dumapit (Uchiko) and David Baek (Thai-Kun, Uchi) have created a menu that puts an inventive spin on comforting classics. Don’t miss the Honey Prawn, showcasing Texas honey curd and candied pecans. Take-out is available, but it’s hard to resist the colorful cocktail menu or the bright, floral space—the first from the new SMGB Hospitality. Says partner Christian Romero: “It should feel like you’re hanging out at your cool friend’s house.”

1000 E. 11th St., Ste. 150, 737-222-6637; oldthousand atx.com

One of Old Thousand’s house specials, the Clay Pot simmers with goodness including pork belly, Chinese sausage, seasonal mushrooms, duck confit, and chili-soy.