Fire-Grilled Mexican Seafood Is Coming to South Austin

A new Mexican seafood restaurant, Mi Vecino, is opening in Circle C, courtesy of chef Amir Hajimaleki and his brother Ali Hajimaleki of Roya Hospitality Group. It’s slated to open between now and early 2027, per a release. The restaurant, Mi Vecino, will open at 5701 West Slaughter Lane, replacing another of the group’s restaurants, Keeper’s Coastal Kitchen, which closed Saturday, October 24.

Mi Vecino, which means my neighbor in Spanish, will focus on Mexican seafood dishes, both raw and fire-grilled. That means offerings like shrimp enchiladas with white mole, ceviche, oysters, and fajitas served with fresh tortillas. Drinks-wise, there will be a full bar with margaritas, ranch waters, palomas, and other cocktails. Chef Hajimaleki will oversee the menu, which will be executed by chef Jose Alajandro Sanchez…

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