Austin Taco Truck Paprika Temporarily Closes Amidst City Paperwork Issues
Beloved taco haunt, Paprika, based in the Highland neighborhood of Austin has announced its temporary closure, effective from 24th July. The reason behind the shut down is said to be due to a protracted confusion with the city’s Public Health Department involving administrative issues. Owner and Chef Margarito Perez has expressed his wish to reopen the truck as soon as the issues are resolved; however, there is no confirmed timeline as of yet.
Public Announcement
In an Instagram post, the team behind Paprika explained their shutter, mentioning the abundant back and forth with Austin’s Public Health Department. The news of Paprika’s closure, besides being a loss to local fans, has also impacted the Long Play Lounge nearby where the taco truck maintains a pop-up service.
Family Business Beer Co. Comes to the Rescue
In other news, the Family Business Beer Co., a Texas-based brewery which stands tall in Dripping Springs since its closure in May, brings about a ray of hope by announcing the reopening of its taproom as a pop-up for the summer in Austin proper. They will be operating from the South Austin Beer Garden in far south Austin till a permanent location is figured out. The brewery has scheduled events lined up over the summer, which includes a pint night on the 31st of July and merchandise meet-and-greets on the 15th and 16th of August.
Other Notable Shutters and Openings
In more food and beverage movements around Austin, the Treaty Oak Distilling in Dripping Springs has closed its on-site restaurant, Alice’s in June. It is to be converted into an events center. Meanwhile, the vegan food truck, Mission Burger Co., has closed down its Chestnut neighborhood location and relocated to South Congress’s River City Market in a bid to maintain their service.
Upcoming Austin Food and Drink Events
In light of the continuous food truck movements, Pastor Joseph Gomez of the Austin taco truck Con Todo, brings back his bakery service in collaboration with The Interrupted Baker. This weekend, they offer delightful baked delicacies like chorizo hand pies and peaches and cream cookies. Though pre-orders are sold out, walk-ups for baked goods and breakfast tacos are available.
Additionally, The Violet Crown is introducing its Sunday Summer Supper Series, highlighting a different pasta dish every week, available for walk-up service throughout the season.
Austin is proving to be a veritable hub for food and drink events, even amidst the slight reconfigurations of its food truck scene. As the city redefines and reshapes its culinary landscape, Austinites can anticipate more innovative pop-ups and fresh experiences to come.
