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$75  + Tax/Tip
Wed, 9/27
6:30 PM
Bouldin Creek

Underdog

5-Course Korean Meets Southwestern Tasting Event

Opened in May of 2023, this Korean-American eatery in Bouldin Creek splashed onto the culinary scene upon opening, earning spots on Eater’s “Hottest in ATX” List and Bon Appetit’s nationwide “Most Exciting New Restaurants” List. The accolades have only kept coming, though, with Underdog now holding spots on 2024 Lists such as Eater's "Most Underrated Restaurants in Austin", Forbes' "9 Asian American Culinary Innovators", and NY Times' "25 Best Restaurants in Austin". Partners Claudia Lee and Richard Hargreave set out to create a place that serves food you want to eat with wine you want to drink. Executive Sous Chef Chris Conrey developed his chef skills at Daiboku by Sazan. At Underdog, he is turning out inventive small dishes like caviar stroopwafel bites, foie gras maki rolls, and mackerel croquettes, as well as mains like blue crab and trout roe on crispy rice, grilled mushroom rice bowl, roast pork belly ssam, and Underdog fried chicken. (That last dish, by the way, is one Austin Monthly calls the best of its kind in the city.) “Underdog, the stylish South First restaurant, wine bar, and bottle shop from a Momofuku vet, absolutely beams thanks to riveting Korean-inspired cuisine,” raves Infatuation. Suffice it to say, we are pumped to visit!

About the Host:

Charlie Bowein

Executive Sous Chef

Hailing from California, Chef Charlie Bowein moved to Austin in 2010 to attend Le Cordon Bleu. He then honed his craft at reputable local restaurants Dai Due, Intero, and Comedor. In May, he joined the Underdog team as Executive Sous Chef.

The Lineup

Courses #1 - #4 will be served family style. Course #5 will be individually plated.

  1. Bay White Shrimp "Cocktail"

    crab stock, gochugaru seasoning, chojang dipping sauce

  2. Underdog's Caesar Salad

    miso caesar dressing, house panko breadcrumb, doenjang cured egg yolk, ewephoria cheese

  3. Korean Sweet & Savory Wings

    gochujang, honey, garlic sauce

  4. Korean Marinated Beef Short Ribs

    marinated korean pear salad, spinach & tofu salad

  5. Miso Blondie

    chantilly cream

Underdog

1600 S 1st St Suite 100

Austin, TX 78704

Event FAQs

Do I have to bring printed tickets to the event?
No tickets are needed.
What does the ticket price cover?
The ticket price covers the full cost of the meal.
What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
At this event the chef will provide substitutions for critical food allergies/dietary restrictions but will not make menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). If you have restrictions/allergies, please make sure to Update Your Dietary Restrictions within your Account Info before or after you purchase tickets, or email us at support@tastingcollective.com after you purchase tickets to let us know.
Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
Can I bring guests who are not members to this event?
Yep! Members are able to purchase up to 3 guest tickets to this event (based on availability). However, guest tickets are $20 more than member tickets ($85 + tax/tip), and guests will not be allowed entry to the event unless they're accompanied by a member.
What must I bring to the event?
Please make sure to bring a government-issued photo ID.
Will this event be handicap acccessible?
According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
What parking information has the restaurant provided for this event?
According to the restaurant, there is nearby street parking available. Availability may be low however, so please plan accordingly.

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