Austin
Not content to rest on his Uchi laurels, chef Tyson Cole opened this bustling North Lamar restaurant, which describes itself as 'Japanese farmhouse dining…
Must-see restaurants in Austin
Amy's Ice Creams - South Austin
Austin
The South Congress location of this beloved local ice-cream chain shares its daily flavors on a chalkboard out front. Pick your favorite add-on, and they…
Austin
Set in a sprawling former feed-and-seed store from the late 1800s, this Austin classic always draws a crowd. Güero's may not serve the best Tex-Mex in…
Austin
It's not just the ice cream we love; it's the toppings that get pounded and blended in, violently but lovingly, by the staff wielding a metal scoop in…
Austin
Small plates. Tantalizing flavors. Locally sourced. Changing menus. Snout-to-tail culinary creations. And craft cocktails. All served in a rustically chic…
Austin
Oh Tacodeli, how we love your handcrafted tacos – surely blessed with the smiles of angels. From the Tacoloco with its adobo-braised brisket to the Pollo…
Austin
What? Why is my pizza a square? Because it's Detroit-style, baby, meaning it's cooked in a square pan, plus there's caramelized cheese on the crust and…
Coopers Old Time Pit Bar-B-Cue
Austin
The downtown lunch crowd has discovered this new outpost of beloved Cooper's Bar-B-Cue in Llano. Pick your meat at the counter (paid by the pound) then…
Austin
With its communal tables, loud indie music and hustling efficiency, we wouldn't say this busy ramen joint is a relaxing experience, but darn, is it good…
Austin
We're going to irritate some locals by highlighting this dapper cottage of deliciousness. Pop in for croissants, crepes and a few noodle dishes in the…
Austin
Date night? At this intimate gem hidden behind Whole Earth Provision Co, diners are ushered to tables underneath windows screened with Japanese rice paper…
Austin
A remarkable relic from Austin's early days, this historic mid-1850s building now houses a large and deservedly popular restaurant, serving upscale…
Austin
The flagship of the Austin-founded Whole Foods Market is a gourmet grocery and cafe with restaurant counters and a staggering takeaway buffet, including…
Austin
Kerbey Lane is a longtime Austin favorite, fulfilling round-the-clock cravings for anything from gingerbread pancakes to black-bean tacos to mahimahi. Try…
Austin
Torn between barbecue and fine dining? Lambert's serves intelligent updates of American comfort-food classics – some might call it 'uppity barbecue' – in…
Austin
Walk-up window, friendly staff, shaded patio, plus great people-watching… Throw in breakfast tacos, gourmet deli sandwiches and coffee drinks. Stick it in…
Austin
The gorgeous building is drenched in the atmosphere of old Mexico, with folk-inspired art, and it's been serving interior Mexican cooking for over 25…
Austin
East and West collide beautifully at this top-notch South Austin sushi joint run by owner and executive chef Tyson Cole. The sleek interior would feel…
Austin
You can get your veggie chorizo tacos or a potato leek omelet all day long at this buzzing vegan-vegetarian eatery. It's got an eclectic South Austin vibe…
Austin
Get your Tex-Mex fix here; the menu is consistently good, with several healthier-than-usual options. But we'll let you in on a little secret: this place…
Austin
Everybody knows about Home Slice. And on Saturday night between 6pm and midnight, it seems everybody is in fact here! All of them digging into the New…
Austin
At the South Austin Trailer Park location, they'll tell you what you should be ordering if they think you're making the wrong choice. We like your…
Austin
Folks line up around the block for burgers, fries and shakes – and it's not because they're hard to come by in Austin. It's because the Hopdoddy chain's…
Austin
Ready for an X-rated meal? Venture into the large dining room that lurks behind the frankly unenticing facade of this Austin institution. When ordering…
Austin
It started as a convenience store on a frontage road. Then the beer and Indian food started to take over. Now it's part Indian restaurant, part bar and…
Austin
Here in slacky Slackerville, decor is often an afterthought, but La Condesa came along and changed all that with an eye-poppingly gorgeous space that's…
Austin
This classic Parisian-style bistro has been quietly serving excellent food since 1982. Low-key and casual, Chez Nous is as unpretentious as they come, and…
Austin
Look for the enormous fork out front to guide you to this homey neighborhood haunt. The diverse menu has plenty of options, but no matter what you choose,…
Austin
With manageable lines, you won't have to suffer to enjoy outstanding brisket, fired up to tender, smoky perfection, at this popular eatery 6 miles north…
Austin
This outpost of the original Westlake cafe attracts a mix of artists, surfers and bleary-eyed club-hoppers hankering for its hearty Tex Mex dishes. And…
Austin
This cozy Italian restaurant gets high marks for its fresh, authentic, seasonal menus. You can always go the pizza or pasta route, but the critics'…
Austin
We can't help but be wooed by Lick's creative flavor combinations, like coconut and avocado, or roasted beet and fresh mint, all made with local, seasonal…
South Austin Trailer Park & Eatery
Austin
This seems to be a rather settled food truck community, with a fence, an official name, a sign, a small pavilion and a shaded outdoor eating area. The big…
Austin
Fun, festive and just a little divey, Polvos serves central-Mexican food that always packs in a crowd. Try some of the dozen or so salsa varieties with…
Austin
Beautiful people lounge about the outdoor sofas and tables at this see-and-be-seen fish house on the SoCo strip. Reservations are essential.
Threadgill's World Headquarters
Austin
Taking home cooking to a gluttonous new level, Threadgill's lets you choose from a ridiculously long list of vegetable sides – something you don't get at…
Austin
Fans of the sandwich will be delighted with the offerings at New World, whether they're after a sloppy joe, pastrami on rye, or curried chicken salad on…
Austin
Burritos – and nothing but – are why you come to Freebirds. Each one is custom-made under your watchful eye, with a boggling number of combinations of…
Austin
The large patio with its tall shady pecan trees is a huge draw at this friendly, festive spot near Barton Springs. There's plenty of satisfying American…
Austin
Kenneth Threadgill's original restaurant and hootenanny palace in North Austin is where Janis Joplin once performed. Settle in for down-home Southern fare…
