Road trips, shopping runs, and unfamiliar neighborhoods often feel easier once people discover places like Old Thousand (11th Street). Sitting along 1000 E 11th St, this is the kind of eatery that quietly becomes part of people’s routines over time. There is usually a familiar rhythm throughout the day — commuters in the morning, casual visitors during lunch, and slower conversations later in the evening. And for many guests, that familiarity matters.
The menu at Old Thousand (11th Street) balances familiarity with enough variety to keep repeat visits interesting. Guests can discover selections such as Beef & Broccoli, Brisket Fried Rice, Buddha's Delight, Cabbage Pickles, Cucumber Salad, General Tso's Chicken, Jasmine Rice, Kung Pao Chicken.
Beef & Broccoli - Beef Ribeye | Broccoli | Sesame Seeds | Green Onions , making it a convenient option for casual dining. Brisket Fried Rice - (gf) House Smoked Brisket | Chinese Sausage | Eggs | Scallions , making it a flexible selection for different appetites. Buddha's Delight - (v*, gf) Sweet Potato Glass Noodle | Fermented Bean Sauce | Seasonal Vegetables , making it a practical choice throughout the day. Cabbage Pickles - (v*,gf)House Pickled Cabbage | Chili Oil | Maldon Salt , making it a convenient option for casual dining. Cucumber Salad - (v*, gf) Mala Vinaigrette | Compressed Seasonal Fruit | Cilantro , making it a flexible selection for different appetites. Together, these items reflect a menu designed for flexibility and everyday dining.
The operating schedule allows guests to stop by across multiple parts of the day.
The surrounding area around Old Thousand (11th Street) also contributes to the overall atmosphere. Visitors nearby may come across alcohol such as J&J Spirits , architect such as Furman + Keil Architects , artwork such as East 11th Street , artwork such as Ducher , attraction such as French Legation State Historic Site , bank such as Travis County Credit Union , bar such as Nickel City , bicycle rental such as East 11th/San Marcos .
Food lovers exploring the area may also notice nearby dining options including International Grub (0.1 miles away) , Nissi Vegan Mexican Cuisine VegMex (1106 E 11th St) (0.1 miles away) , Ol’ Soul Creole (0.1 miles away) , Wild Magnolias (0.1 miles away) , B&J’s Good Eats (0.3 miles away) .
For those wanting to browse everything available before visiting, the full selection of menu items can be explored here: View Full Menu .
For visitors passing through the area, Old Thousand (11th Street) offers the kind of reliable stop that helps break up a long day.