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Grand Opening: BOA Steakhouse in Austin – The Texas Tasty

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2 years ago

June 4, 2024

Grand Opening: BOA Steakhouse in Austin – The Texas Tasty

Excitement is brewing as BOA Steakhouse, the acclaimed concept from Innovative Dining Group (IDG), opens its first Texas location in Austin. Set on the bustling corner of West Sixth Street and Lavaca, this upscale dining establishment promises to be the go-to spot for steak lovers and food enthusiasts alike.

Newly open to the Public, here is what to expect:

Elevated Dining Experience

BOA Steakhouse, known for its luxurious ambiance and innovative menu, is bringing its unique spin on steakhouse favorites to the heart of Austin. The kitchen, led by the talented Chef James Flowers, will serve a variety of elevated dishes, from their signature 40-day dry-aged New York Strip to the exquisite A5 Japanese Wagyu. Chef Flowers, a long-time Austin resident with a rich culinary background, promises to deliver both BOA’s iconic dishes and new, Austin-exclusive creations.

Designed by Tag Front with architecture by Finn Wijanto Architects, the 8,000 square foot restaurant seats 185 guests in the main dining area, with an additional 50 seats in a private dining room. The interior features elegant elements like rift cut oak and blackened steel, gray felt ceiling fixtures, and lush tropical plants, creating a sophisticated yet inviting atmosphere.

Menu Highlights

The menu at BOA Steakhouse is a celebration of flavors and culinary artistry. Starters and raw bar offerings include Roasted Wagyu Bone Marrow, Smoked Steak Tartare, and King Crab Ceviche. The pasta section features delightful dishes such as Tagliatelle of Asparagus with pistachio, basil, and whipped goat cheese, and Lobster Bolognese with hand-cut spaghetti, San Marzano tomatoes, and fresh basil.

For seafood lovers, choices like Dry Aged Branzino with lipstick peppers and saffron broth, and Pan Seared Hokkaido Scallops with celery root, truffle, and honey are sure to impress. Meat enthusiasts will revel in the selection of steaks and other proteins, including Grilled Lamb Lollipops and Mushroom “Wellington” for vegetarians. The Tableside Caesar Salad, a BOA legend, offers a theatrical dining experience.

The bar at BOA Steakhouse will feature an impressive selection of sophisticated cocktails, such as the Blackberry Smash and Smoke Show. Wine lovers will appreciate the extensive list curated by Wine Director Tony Schlotzhauer, showcasing a wide range of old and new world wines. The beer menu includes local favorites from Austin Eastcider and Live Oak Brewing Co., as well as other Texan breweries like Shiner Bock and Karbach Brewing.

Make Your Reservations

Reservations for BOA Steakhouse can be made through their website, with OpenTable reservations. The restaurant is open Sunday-Thursday from 5-10pm and Friday and Saturday from 5-11pm. Street and valet parking ($13) are available, as well as garage self-parking ($25) with the entrance on Lavaca, north of West Sixth Street.

To stay updated on BOA Steakhouse in Austin, follow IDG on Facebook @IDGRestaurants and Instagram @IDGRestaurants, and BOA Steakhouse on Facebook @BOASteakhouse and Instagram @BOASteakAustin.

We can’t wait to try this new Austin restaurant. See you there!

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Will the rest of Austin allergies seasons be as bad as cedar this year?

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6 hours ago

March 4, 2026

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Will the rest of Austin allergies seasons be as bad as cedar this year?

Austin had a particularly itchy and drippy cedar fever season to start the year. Many winter days, from late December into February, had high or very high ashe juniper (aka cedar) pollen counts.

Central Texas has a year-round allergy season with mold popping up at any time. For the more traditional spring and fall allergy seasons, forecasters at AccuWeather are predicting some of the allergens across the country will be worse this year than average.

Texas, though, is a different story.

For grass allergies, which happen now through September, AccuWeather estimates Austin will have an average season. However, just west of the Interstate 35 corridor in the Hill Country to almost El Paso, that season is expected to be worse than normal.

“Texas may experience above-average grass pollen for a few weeks,” AccuWeather’s allergy report said, “though the season could be shorter-lived compared to northern areas.”

It all depends on the weather

How much rain we get in the next six months and the perennial Texas heat will all affect the growing season for grasses and weeds, as well as the amount of pollen trees produce. The Farmers’ Almanac and the Old Farmers Almanac are both predicting a wetter and warmer spring.

Rain helps plants grow, which can increase pollen production over time. However, rainfall during allergy season can also bring temporary relief by washing pollen out of the air. That’s what we’re expecting this weekend, with our first meaningful rain chance in nearly three weeks. Tree and weed pollen levels might briefly drop, but mold could spike because it thrives in damp, humid weather.

If spring continues with excessive heat like we saw in February, it could limit the growth of some plants and trees. Extreme heat can reduce how much they grow, and how much pollen they produce. On the other hand, if we get a healthy balance of rain and only slightly above-normal temperatures — not extreme heat — pollen counts could climb. That’s especially true as we head into April, typically our windiest month of the year, which helps spread pollen more easily.

How can you treat allergies in Austin?

If you are feeling the effects of allergies, here are some things you can do to lessen them:

Start taking allergy medication at least two weeks before your allergen’s season is supposed to start. Keep taking your allergy medication throughout your allergen’s season, even on low-pollen days.
Vary your allergy medication. You can take a nasal spray, an eye drop and an oral antihistamine at the same time to treat the different symptoms. If one kind of allergy medication isn’t working, consult your doctor about whether you should add a second one or switch out the medication.
Take a shower before going to bed.
Take off outside clothes or shoes when you get into the house.
Do a daily nasal wash such as a neti pot or saline spray.
Consider seeing an allergist to get drops or shots to lessen your reaction to the allergen.

Consider these household tips to improve your chances of keeping allergens away:

Change the filters in your house regularly during cedar fever season.
Vacuum and sweep regularly.
Change your sheets, especially your pillow regularly.
Keep doors and windows closed.
Clean out the vents in your home.
Have your home tested for indoor allergens such as mold.
Wash and brush the animals in your house to lessen the amount of allergens in the air.
Wear a mask outside or inside while you are trying to lessen the pollen or mold indoors.

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Texas Primary: Breakdown of Texas races

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18 hours ago

March 4, 2026

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Democrats tried to stop a mid-decade redistricting effort, but were unsuccessful. Now, we are starting to see some of the candidates emerging in those newly drawn districts. FOX 7 Austin’s Rudy Koski gives a full breakdown.

Posted March 3, 2026 10:32pm CST

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Remembering Jorge Pederson: Minnesota MMA fighter killed in Austin, Texas, shooting

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1 day ago

March 3, 2026

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Remembering Jorge Pederson: Minnesota MMA fighter killed in Austin, Texas, shooting

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – A shooting on West Sixth Street in Austin, Texas, early Sunday morning, killed three people and injured more than a dozen others, according to the Austin Police Department. APD confirmed one of the victims was 30-year-old Jorge Pederson, a Minnesota man who worked as an MMA fighter for the Med City Fighting Championships.

“You meet tons of fighters and there are people that stand above the rest that you find you enjoy or find the most amusing,” MCFC Co-Owner Matthew Vogt said. “He was definitely one of them.”

According to Vogt, Pederson was also the owner of a Minnesota business called Metro Movers. Vogt said the MMA competitor touched everyone’s hearts since his first day of fighting professionally in Rochester.

“As soon as we met him when it was the weighing time, we just loved the guy already because he had a great mission or spirit about him,” Vogt said. “He was a funny guy and great fighter.”

Vogt told KTTC when he first saw the news that Pederson was killed, he could not believe what he saw.

“I was looking, like, ‘Wait a minute. Is this one of his shenanigans or did something actually happen there?’” Vogt said, recalling the moment he saw a social media post regarding the shooting in Austin. “I confirmed with a few people and I’m just like, sometimes, some things happen that you don’t even like, you don’t even know how to respond to it because it’s just so out of left field that you don’t immediately have a response to it.”

MCFC confirmed there is an online fundraiser dedicated to supporting Pederson’s family. As of Tuesday afternoon, more than $10,000 has been raised.

“He was someone that always could make anybody laugh,” Vogt said. “Support his family through the fundraiser and take a look at his Instagram especially to see how funny he was.”

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