Austin American-Statesman from Austin, Texas • 101

Austin American-Statesman Saturday, November 13, 1982 Imaginative "Creeps how' is horribly fun 32 Review Macs, and the audience swallows up all its terrors with a shudder of delight Sophomoric stories are the cornerstone of "Creepshow," with nothing as elaborate or intricately detailed as King's "Shining" or "Carrie" efforts. King even steps in front of the camera to play a country bumpkin whose farm is visited by a crashing meteor. As the simpleton Jordy, King envisions vast wealth resulting from his find. "Ill take $200, and not a penny less," he tells a college professor. But before Jordy can collect from his discovery, a bizarre transformation takes place.

Mysterious foliage appears around everything that comes into contact with the rock, and ultimately begins to attach itself to the hapless Jordy. The moral, of course, is not to touch that which comes without a receipt Leslie Nielsen plays a diabolical video freak in another segment wreaking an unorthodox revenge on his two-timing wife and her lover. When he discovers he has been cuckold, he takes the only recourse by burying both of them neck deep on the beach and waiting for the tide to come in and assuage his bruised ego. Their escape proves to be Nielsen's undoing, but if a dynamic bit of acting, with Nielsen walking a dramatic tightrope between humor and horror. First-rate performances by Hal Hol-brook, Adrienne Barbeau and E.G.

Marshall put "Creepshow' head and shoulders over most of the slice-and-dice films Hollywood premieres on a weekly basis. The spooky visions assembled by King and Romero are designed to entertain, not induce convulsions, and that may be the highest form of praise to attribute to a film of this genre. By KEVIN PHINNEY American-Statesman Staff Stephen King's "Creepshow" is a most delicious oddity that rare occurrence of junk food film that goes down like a seven-course meal. Based on "Creepy" Comics, screenwriter Stephen King uses "Creeepshow" to pay cinematic homage to what must have been an early source of inspiration for his own errie brand of horror. The picture makes no pretense at suspense an endless parade of ghouls, monsters and murders wash across the screen, with the audience left to wonder not if certain characters will die, but how.

King's imagination runs wild for the duration. "Creepshow" comprises a series of macabre vignettes, much as the magazine that inspired it Director George Romero serves up disembodied figures like Big .1 Adrienne Barbeau meets a friend. American Food Brunch Buffets BENTLEY'S RESTAURANT Features Austin's 1 luncheon buffet, Monday Friday, Three delicious entrees daily, complimented by an array of fresh fruit vegetable salads. Reservations accepted for parties of 2 to 52. Located at Austin Hilton Inn, 6000 Middle Fiskville Road, 451-5757.

LAKEVIEW RESTAURANT Sunday Brunch includes three entrees complimented by an assortment of fresh vegetables and fruit. Senior citizen discount offered. Served from Ham Located in the Sheraton-Crest Inn. TORTUGA'S Sunday Brunch 11-2. Featuring our exotic 'Island Buffet' with complimentary wine, $6.95.

The most unique place in town specializing in Caribbean Latin American cookery. Lunch buffet Monday-Friday, Dinner Sunday-Thursday, Fri-Sat, West Anderson Lane Shoal Creek in Creekside Square. 458-2243. Open 24 Hours MORE YOURS CUE CLUB ft CAFE -Family recreation center. No alcohol, but terrific malts.

We NEVER close. 51st and Airport. 453-9374 Texan Food CONANS PIZZA Thick 'n Rich Deep Pan pizza found only in Texas. May we suggest our special whole wheat dough and our own freshly spiced sausage for starters. By the slice from 11-2, Monday-Friday.

Five fine restaurants to tantilize your taste. NICK KRALJ'S PODIUM Located in beautiful Symphony Square at 1101 Red River. Nick's has a menu with something for everyone, from their delicious deep-fried, golden brown, stuffed jalapenos to their marinated chicken-fried steaks, quail and frog to mention their authentic Mexican 'border town' dishes and much, much more. Happy Hour, serving doubles at the spacious outside patio bar or their downstairs hide-a-way bar, every Monday Friday, 4-8pm. Nick's also offers live entertainment Friday thru Sunday.

Dress is casual, prices affordable there is an abundance of free parking. Nick's is open 7 days per week, with continuous dining service from Ham-midnight; drinks til 2am. 477-6306. TEXAS CHILI PARLOR Old Time Texas Restaurant specializing in Texas Chili, enchiladas and fresh lime margaritas. Also serving salads, sandwiches, nachosand munchies.

The best stocked bar in town with over 150 different brands of liquor and a dozen of your favorite beers. Rustic atmosphere-wooden floor, antique bar and walls of collectibles. Kitchen open until lam, 7 days a week. Open 11-2, Mon-Sat. 12-2 Sunday.

1409 Lavaca, 472-2828. XALAPENO CHARLIE'S HOT ft SPICY TASTE SENSATION. Open Monday-Saturday 7am-2am, Sun Noon-2am. Enchiladas, Nachos, Fajitas, Carne Guisada, Great Chili, Breakfast Tacos, Vegetarian. Beer, wine, games fun.

CURB SERVICE, 829 Barton Springs, 474-2675. Oriental CHUIS 7310 Burnet Road. 452-5703. Open Monday-Thursday, Friday-Saturday, Our menu consists of the finest Cantonese Sze-chuan dishes at affordable prices. Party room facilities.

Reservations accepted. CHUNG CHING Surprising low prices-Best quality Hunan-Szechuan food plus Canton Delight. All you can eat Sat-Sun noon buffet for $4.25. Beer wine. West 47th at Burnet Road.

454-0813. GREAT WALL MandarinHunan cuisine. Mixed drinks, friendly atmosphere. Mon-Thur Fri-Sat 12406 Burnet Rd, 836-5080. HONG KONG CHINESE RESTAURANT 6517 Airport (in the Wilson and Solo Serve Shopping Center) 452-5172.

Open Monday-Friday, 8, Saturday, closed Sunday. Lunch: Dinner: $4.75 up. Take Out Orders Available. HSIN YUAN CHINESE RESTAURANT Discover the wonders of the Far East enjoy the most exquisite Chinese cuisine available. Exceptional food at unexpected prices served in an atmosphere of elegance mystery.

Open Mon-Fri Lunch Special Dinner Mon-Thurs 00, Fri-Sun Champagne Buffet Chinese Brunch Sat Sun All-You-Can-Eat, 14 course Buffet Brunch with all the champagne you can drink. Enjoy our exquisite cocktail lounge, serving beer, wine, mixed Polynesian drinks with free hors d'oeuvres. Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5-7, 2 for 1 well hi-ball drinks. 11150 Research (Balcones Woods Shopping Center) 345-9866. Orders to go.

Party room available. LEE GARDEN Enjoy the best Chinese food in town. Beer wine. Luncheon special Monday thru Friday, llam-2pm. Dinner 7 days, Food To Go.

443-9739, 1224 South Congress. THE SISTERS CHINESE RESTAURANT 4708 Burnet Road. Luncheon special $2.75, Monday thru Friday, 11-2. Dinner, 7 days, 5-10. 451-2690.

Reasonable prices. Food To Go. Bring your own wine or beer. SINCE 1969. Hors D'Oeuvre THE HORS D'OEUVRE AND PARTY SERVICE Affordable appetizers-over 25 varieties.

Each bite-size morsel is a masterpiece in miniature, individually handmade and beautifully garnished. $3 doz to $8.50 doz. Other delicious delectables including homemade soup. Delivery available. Reserve your holiday party date now! 258-7272 International THE FINISH LINE Austin's finest restaurant of international cuisine featuring Snow Crab Linguini, vegetarian shish kabab, steak and much morelMo-derately priced.

Open Mon-Sat: Lunch Dinner 6-10 ft to 11 Fri-Sat. 208 4th. 4804061. MCV GREYSTONE INN Serving delicious home-cooked lunches, dinners, and desserts in a quiet atmosphere. Wine and beer available.

Moderately priced. 3435 Greystone Dr, 346-4314. Lunch Monday-Friday, Dinner Tuesday-Saturday SHERATON LAKEVIEW RESTAURANT Serving from 7 A.M. until 11 P.M. Complete breakfast, lunch and dinner menu.

Bar service from 11:30 a.m. Live entertainment in the Gazebo Bar, Monday Saturday. Enjoy leisure dining in this elegant, pleasant atmosphere overlooking beautiful Town Lake. THE STABLE RESTAURANT ft COCKTAIL LOUNGE New in Round Rock! 3132 S. IH-35, Exit 1325 14 mile frontage road.

255-5202. Featuring American and Grecian delights. Serve continuously from 11-11, Mon-Thurs, 11-12 Fri Sat. Sun 12-10. STALLION 5534 North Lamar.

30 years of excellent food at great prices. Chicken-fried steaks, Mexican food, seafood, beer, mixed drinks. Happy Hour 12pm-7pm every day. MC, AX. 451-1626.

THE TAVERN A restaurant-bar at 12th Lamar. New managment, new menu: snacks, salads, burgers, sandwiches dinners. Late Night Happy Hour on Weds with 12 price drinks from 11-2. Sunday Brunch with Migas $1 Bloody Marys Screwdrivers. Happy Hour 3-7, Mon-Fri.

Open 7 days, kitchen till midnight. 474-7496. VICTORIA STATION Dine in a unique and comfortable British railroad atmosphere while partaking the finest prime rib in Austin. Enjoy our all day 2 for 1 happy hour in the lounge, M-F. Inflation fighter lunches served M-F ($2.95 up); dinner 5-10pm, Fri Sat 'til 11.

Located just north of the 290IH-35 intersection, 459-4247. Natural Foods MARTIN BROS. 10th Lamar (in the Whole Foods Market), 476-3363. We feature natural sandwiches, fresh made salads, soups, and fresh squeezed juices. Our specialities include the thickest (and best!) fruit smoothies anywhere, and rich, all-natural ice cream, made fresh in our kitchen with alternative sweetners.

Full service, 7 days from 11-11, except Sunday 1M. Come in for lunch, dinner, a late meal or dessert. We welcome orders to go. WHEATSVILLE FOOD COOP Guadalupe 31st St. 478-1314.

The best little natural food deli in Texas! We serve fresh juices and fruit smoothies, a variety of salads, vegetarian and meat sandwiches, and natural dessert goodies. Serving 10-8, 7 days. Join us for NATURALLY delicious light meals. Speakeasy THE CLOAK ROOM Looking for intimacy? Meet a friend for relaxed conversation over superb drinks at this unique hideout in the shadow of the Capitol. Open Weekdays at 4pm; Saturday at 8pm.

Centrally located downtown at West 13th Colorado. 472-9808. ANOTHER RAW DEALRAW DEAL 2 "Legends" on exciting 6th Street. Austin's best known hangout restaurant-bars. Continuous food service, lunch til late, 7 days a week.

Famous for grilled steaks, chops and chicken plus unusual specialties and "Raw Deal If you don't like a "RAW you are a very odd person. IIIOW. 6th VMC Accepted 700 East 6th BANANAS RESTAURANT ft BAR A friendly restaurant and bar with a wide variety menu "Burgers are BIG, fries are great!" Early HH 4-7, late night HH 10-11, and HH all night Sunday from 5:30. Munch out and enjoy HH. GO BANANAS! 1601 Guadalupe.

476-7202 BRIDGER'S CREEK For a taste of Colorado at lunch, dinner, or Sunday Brunch. Our specialties: Corn-Fed Colorado Beef, Mesquite Broiled Seafood, the best Babyback Ribs in town. FEATURING A SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET: ADULTS $7.95 AND CHILDREN $3.95. "'Mountain Fever Happy Weekdays Monday Saturday lOpm-Close. Barton Springs at South 1st, 476-4838.

BY THE CREEK "The Best Hamburgers in Austin." Variety of entrees. Happy Hour 4-7, Mon-Fri. Open llam-9pm daily. 1500 Spyglass, 327-2013. DAN MCKLUSK Y'S Located in the heart of the historical rennovation district on old Pecan-East 6th Street.

Serving aged, cornfed beef arriving fresh weekly from Omaha. All steaks are handcut by our meat cutter and presented for your inspection before cooking. Also, homemade New England clam chowder, boiled shrimp, and two kinds of marinated chicken breasts. Lunch: Monday thru Friday, Dinner, 7 nights a week from 5:00. Happy Hour and 4-7 Monday thru Friday in the Lounge and Dining Room, MC-Visa-AE-DC-CB.

Reservations accepted, 473-8924. 419 East 6th Street. Free parking at 508 East 6th Street. French BISTROT D'ARMAND From Paris to Austin. We come with our customs to serve you a fine cuisine in our formal Parisian restaurant.

High quality service. Lunch and dinner. Major credit cards accepted. Closed Sunday. 406 W.

17th St. 473-2462. CHEZ NOUS 510 rue Neches, 473-2413. Serving LUNCH and dinner Tues-Sat, Fine French Food, desserts, wines, and cafe' served daily at affordable prices. An authentic atmosphere, the spirit of Paris deep in the Heart of Texas.

MC, V. GALLERIA There are really 2 restaurants here -the noon-time Galleria, where friends meet to socialize or discuss business and the intimate candlelight Galleria of evening The noon menu presents a broad spectrum of lighter meals, while the evening menu features the outstanding creations of Gold Metal Chef Brion d' Altec. Featuring fresh seafood and veal dishes, surprising appetizers, elegant deserts all complemented by an extremely fine wine list. Reservations suggested. 452-5510 AE.MC, V.

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