i don't consider myself a foodie, but since this is austin (and 6th street) i had to try something a little eclectic, and i was more than satisfied--in fact i loved it. at parkside you can get an ornately decorated plate without having to ask your waitress what half of the words on the menu mean, something you can't find in a lot of places. the angus steak with corn risotto was excellent and really what you expect to get when you order angus steak with corn risotto, but of course you have the option of eating it with a well-fitting lime pesto if you want to feel like a real gastronome. the doughnuts with berry sorbet was to die for, it will definitely go down as one of my favorite desserts. if you want an honest austin dining experience, go to parkside.