Parkside sits on Austin’s historic 6th Street, and has the distinction of introducing the city to the farm-to-table concept over 10 years ago. It’s also Austin’s first gastropub, and Chef Shawn Cirkiel puts an emphasis on local, sustainable dining. Ingredients are sourced nearby, and the restaurant makes an effort to use sustainable products. It’s a fun and convivial space to host a rehearsal dinner, and will delight the gourmands. The menu changes with the seasons, but past guests have gathered around the table to share charcuterie boards; braised oxtail; crab fritters; and steak tartare. Main course offerings have included bass with lime and avocado; Berkshire pork porterhouse; and dewberry chicken. Passion fruit baked alaska; Mont Blanc; and pistachio cake have rounded out decadent meals. For a culinary experience like no other, head to Parkside for an evening of food, family, friends, and fun.