Manuels 40th Anniversary

In celebration of MANUEL’S 40th anniversary, we encouraged our patrons to send us their favorite MANUEL’S memory or story!

Below are some of the stories people sent in – in their own words, about what the restaurant means to them.

Michael S. – 48 Votes

My wife and I knew that a friend of ours was on a blind date at Manuel’s. We decided to...

Michelle T. – 51 Votes

I was incredibly fortunate in my second marriage to get a mother-in-law who I adored, and who adored me. Unfortunately,...

Mike D. – 104 Votes

In mid-March 2020 my wife and I thought places were going to begin closing because of COVID so we decided...

Mike D. – 45 Votes

Since I have been a patron of Manuel’s since almost day one, I have many stories. For many years, my...

Mike G. – 53 Votes

Many happy times at Manuels. Most memorable was in 2006. We had brunch at the downtown location before the Rolling...

Monica O. – 51 Votes

Celebrating Norma’s 64th birthday at our favorite place!

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Nanci B. – 47 Votes

We are celebrating the purchase of a new refrigerator for the garage! The 20 year old one died and we...

Nancy K. – 21 Votes

Every single Sunday my boyfriend and I would come to Manuel’s for about two years together. One Sunday it was...

Nicholas O. – 48 Votes

I had friends that live in Houston come to Austin because her daughter was in volleyball tournament. After the tournament...

Norma F. – 52 Votes

Life is great! Celebrating my 64th birthday with my precious son and his darling girlfriend! Love the delicious food and...

Norma R. – 50 Votes

Mother’s Day casual luncheon! We had amazing food and drinks! Ambience was pleasant and we enjoyed a beautiful afternoon.

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Paige K. – 79 Votes

March 2021 dinner, two single girls and one single guy. Why? I had also me on a few dates with...