Gimme Nom Nom

Located just past the bridge going south on Lamar, tucked away on a side road going east on Riverside dr, Paggi House is a jewel of fine cuisine amidst Austin’s quirky snacking goodness.

Outside view of Paggi House

http://www.paggihouse.com/

Reservations went smoothly, actually they were able to seat me before my reservation time.  The bartender on their outside patio was fully knowledgeable about their LARGE variety of drinks, and actually turned me onto my now favorite bottle of scotch: Lagavulin 16.  It has a great smokey aftertaste and the flavors really open up if you add 3 or so ice cubes to the top of it!

So onto the food!

To start off I had the Lobster Bisque, though was highly tempted to go off the Restaurant week menu and sample their Veal Sweatbreads (truffled brioche, fava beans w/ sherry vinegar cream).  The Bisque was richly balanced, not too much cream, and the diced asian pears in it add a delightful texture change & sweetness.

Next was the Mero Sea Bass. Being sake roasted, had a nice crist texture on the outside, but the inside litterally melted in my mouth, and the wilted spinach and campari tomatoes were a great pairing for their miso sauce.

As great of a meal I’ve had so far, I had to cap it off sweetly, so I ordered their homemade bread pudding.  Was topped off with various berries, and a scoop of expresso icecream.  I pair this with a small serving of Moscato (a very sweet dessert wine that goes well IMO with anything with starch content).

All in all, the dinner was exquisite, the waiting staff catered to my every request, and the food was amazing.  I only wish restaurant week was restaurant month so I could come back for more!

Until next time,
David