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Looks like you have the scoop!

That looks cool - looking forward to trying it. The photography on the site is really nice.
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I wonder if they really garnish half the dishes with a charred bouquet of rosemary. That's kind of weird. But it looks neat in photos.
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the map on the website appears to be showing some other city — austin TX?
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wahoowa wrote:the map on the website appears to be showing some other city — austin TX?
That's just how cool this place is going to be.
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Lol, I noticed that also. It is indeed austin
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Keep Russell weird.
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I detect a distinct reduction in charred rosemary garnishes. How sad.
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I've had catered meals several times from the Russell.
Each was spectacular.
Can't wait to visit.
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Had a chance to go today and it was excellent, one of the best sandwiches i've had. I love the decor and the layout. I love how everything is cooked over an open flame, i think its called a Guacho Grill
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loftguy wrote:I've had catered meals several times from the Russell.
Each was spectacular.
Can't wait to visit.
My girlfriend has said the same. Said its the best catered food she has gotten at her office.
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Saturday brunch is excellent. I spoke to the owner about dinner and he said it's a big undertaking, but he'd like to get there.
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I really do love this place, I love the design, the set up and the food but the thing that keeps me from becoming a regular is the price. $23 for a sandwich, upcharge on grilled veggies side (I think it was $3) and a drink with a small tip - That is over $100 a week on lunch if you wanted to eat here daily and I was still hungry after I ate there.

You can get a filling meal across the street at the scharmwa palce for $8 and have leftovers
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brewcrew1000 wrote: Tue Aug 14, 2018 3:08 pm You can get a filling meal across the street at the scharmwa palce for $8 and have leftovers
Really? I went there when they first opened and ordered a gyro and it was the size of a taquito. I literally ate it in 4 bites and was out $8. Maybe they got the message and upped their portions. I’ll have to try again.
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I order the Scharmwa bowl all the time and I can never finish it, it comes with a nice side salad as well. The portions are huge when ordering the bowls, i have never ordered the Gyro/wrap before.
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Not impressed with the Gyro wrap (too dry) but the #1 Chicken Schwarma wrap is quite good (and filling enough). Will have to try bowl if hungry.
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There's a schwarma place across the street?
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