Experience the charm of East Austin at the Paperboy Restaurant, where a delightful culinary journey meets architectural brilliance. Designed by Chioco Design in 2020, this unique eatery transforms its modest food truck origins into an elegant brick-and-mortar haven.
Its distinctive terracotta breezeblock and olive-tree-lined rooftop deck merge seamlessly with the local Texas vibe. Inside, the harmony of terrazzo, white oak, and hemlock wood creates an inviting ambiance, while large windows offer captivating views, marrying urban chic with a touch of nature.

About Paperboy Restaurant
Paperboy’s Unique Journey
The Paperboy Restaurant, nestled in East Austin, marks the spot where its owners first captivated diners with a food truck. Here, they served an incredible menu to outdoor picnic-table guests. This origin story inspired many design elements in Paperboy?s inaugural brick-and-mortar establishment. Architectural Harmony
A screen of locally sourced terracotta breezeblock wraps around the building. It forms a permeable barrier around the ground-floor patio and morphs into the rooftop deck’s guardrail. Adding to the ambiance, a slim, cantilevered steel awning shelters the entrance and a nostalgic pass-through window. This feature nods to Paperboy?s food trailer past. Furthermore, the patio and rooftop deck come alive with herbs, native plants, and olive trees. These elements stand out against the backdrop of a slatted cedar trellis.
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