Jun 22, 2026 | 7:16 pm
One of Austin’s most chic yet under-the-radar restaurants has unveiled an all-over remodel. Since the Apt 115 (pronounced Apartment 115) remodel extends into the kitchen, that means a new seasonal tasting menu alongside the redesigned bar and other smaller touches.
The renovation coincides with the restaurant’s eighth anniversary, and owner Joe Pannenbacker refers to Nirvana in naming this its “Nevermind era” in a press release. He emphasizes that it’s not a new restaurant, but a deeper commitment to the things that already make the space special.
“Going out for dinner is supposed to be fun, drinking wine is supposed to be fun and sometimes that gets lost in pomp and circumstance,” he said in the release. “While we maintain the highest level of service and knowledge, we never want it to be pretentious or stuffy. Our number one job is making sure our guests have a great time, whether that means finding the perfect glass for your mood, having the chef explain every ingredient in a sauce or telling you why the record we’re playing matters.”…