Boasts a strong selection of artisanal cheeses, charcuterie, and small plates – plus a gorgeous raw bar. Just the thing to pair with bubbles. Leggi tutto.
This popular French bistro from ELM Restaurant Group has great bones but the execution can veer from sublime to ragged. Don’t skip the bread service with flavored, whipped butters: It’s perfection. Leggi tutto.
A spacious, welcoming watering hole with communal tables and a two-tiered patio with twinkly lights. The Stuffed Portabella is baked to perfection and a tasty complement to the rotating beers on tap. Leggi tutto.
Exotic variations on familiar comfort food abound, and we recommend getting your hands on the Saturday-only rotisserie whole lamb if it's available. Leggi tutto.
Banger’s laid-back biergarten aesthetic is a great break from the übercool ethos of Rainey St. Wash down the delish housemade sausages with 100+ taps of craft brew. Stellar vegetarian options, too. Leggi tutto.
An homage to the staple canned seafood, Barlata is a word mashup meaning "tin can bar." The octopus tapas is a tender, delectable version of the popular Spanish dish pulpo a la Gallega. Leggi tutto.
Small plates, small space: Only 34 seats, so expect a wait. It’s worth it. A farm-to-table ethos and thoughtful flavor combinations distinguish this first brick & mortar from Bryce Gilmore. Leggi tutto.
Elegant but cozy, Blackbird and Henry won our hearts and stomachs with the Henry burger, topped with aged Texas cheddar and ale mustard. The triple-baked fries that come with it are deeply addicting. Leggi tutto.
This elegant Neapolitan-style pizzeria is always packed, but worth the wait. If you’re lucky enough to dine on a night when the mushroom pie makes an appearance, you’d be a damn fool not to order it. Leggi tutto.
For a restaurant this good, Cafe Josie is still surprisingly under-the-radar. The cafe uses local, sustainable ingredients to create dishes that are colorful, inventive, and consistently exceptional. Leggi tutto.
Mediterranean comfort food made with local ingredients. Tarts, fish, pasta, and salads are all achingly fresh. And the adventurous cocktail list is a nice surprise. Leggi tutto.
This cavernous campus-area space is a little fancy-pants for the average student, but quite reasonable for high-class delicious fare of this caliber and innovation. Leggi tutto.
You'll find the unique treat of dao xiao mian, or "knife-cut" noodles, on the minimalist menu, as well as leek and onion pies. The wonton soup is loaded with minced pork and garlic wontons. Leggi tutto.
A Clarksville charmer, Cipollina has the feel of a well-kept secret. Mediterranean-inspired dishes abound, such as paninos, as well as pasta and signature pizzas. For dinner, try the cioppino. Leggi tutto.
A luxurious menu is matched by an adventurous wine list and an intimate, bistro feel. Don’t skip the house-baked bread: It’s stunningly good, especially when dipped in the Mussels & Clams wine broth. Leggi tutto.
Chef David Bull didn't bring foie gras to Austin but he surely helped evangelize it. Few other chefs use such precious ingredients so confidently. The cool kids always make it seem effortless. Leggi tutto.
The menu’s great for snacking and sharing, and unless your party’s big enough to fill a picnic table, you’ll get to know your neighbor, too. It’s that kind of place, and we really love this place. Leggi tutto.
This tiny spot offers excellent crab cakes, quail, and hanger steak alongside more typical diner fare. The Counter Benedict with pastrami and grilled pimento cheese sandwiches are standouts. Leggi tutto.
Watch Bollywood videos while enjoying a buffet featuring spicy Chettinad-style goat curry, Mughlai malai chicken curry, Andhra masala-based natu kodi curry, and a warm Keralan banana payasam dessert. Leggi tutto.
Everything from Chef Jesse Griffiths' unassuming hotspot is local, even the tea. Expect the choicest cuts of meat, freshest seafood, and barely harvested vegetables, plus impeccable service. Leggi tutto.
Time to carb up, y’all: The street-level bakeshop serves up top-of-the-line breads and pastries; mosey on to the downstairs beer garden and you’ll find mouth-watering cured meats and excellent brews. Leggi tutto.
Eden East's dining room is a grouping of communal wooden tables under the stars at Springdale Farm. The combination of literally farm-fresh foods with inspired chefs in a peaceful setting is magical. Leggi tutto.
Pair the house-made merguez with a seasonal salad, and go ahead and order a bottle of wine; it beats getting back in line for another glass, and the ambience is so nice you're going to want to linger. Leggi tutto.
Here diners are treated to European classics such as escargots in garlic butter, moules marinière, steak frites, and paella. Elegant *and* affordable? How very Old World egalitarian. Leggi tutto.
Reasonably priced and informal but still very fine dining, indeed. Rising star Ned Elliott’s seasonal menu is spare but stunning, with each well-conceived plate coming together in delicious harmony. Leggi tutto.
This modern spot serves up tacos with style. Highlights include beer-braised brisket punched up with horseradish, a Caribbean-inspired jerk grouper, and the crispy cauliflower. Leggi tutto.
You'd better circle the wagons early if you want to snag some of Franklin's world-famous brisket. It has a smoky and spicy bark, a deep smoke ring, and is exceedingly moist and tender. Perfection. Leggi tutto.
We love the cozy, 1869 aesthetic of this restored historic landmark. Pick your poison from the impressive Whiskey Wall and enjoy a plate of BBQ on the enchanting, dog-friendly patio. Leggi tutto.
The evidence: High-quality meats. Big portions. Freshly baked breads. Fair prices. A healthy dose of sass from the staff. The verdict: Among the best sandwiches in town. Leggi tutto.
Fresh, authentic lobster rolls served either Maine Style (mayo, celery, Bibb lettuce) or Connecticut Style (with lemon-tarragon drawn butter and scallions). Both are heavenly. Leggi tutto.
The concept here is vegetable-forward but not vegetarian. Try the brassicas with dandelion greens, toasted farro, and preserved lemon. The chili broth, poured tableside, is an olfactory delight. Leggi tutto.
Green Pastures has been the grande dame of Austin restaurants for more than half a century. Sipping milk punch at Sunday brunch in this stately Southern mansion is one of Austin's finest traditions. Leggi tutto.
Come out for breakfast or lunch and get treated to low prices, big servings, and great service. The fajitas are some of the best in town, and the vegan options don't disappoint. Leggi tutto.
To-die-for sandwiches, package wine sales, charcuterie, and an inviting, inspiring cheese case. We heart the Beecher's cheddar with house-roasted turkey and avocado. Leggi tutto.
An exemplary burger lineup in the $5 to $9 range. The line – regularly out the door – moves fast, and we’d do murder just to get our hands on the Caramel & Sea Salt milkshake. Leggi tutto.
The chicken-fried steak is tender and well-flavored, the breading is light and crisp, and the cream gravy is made from real pan drippings and not from a mix. Good country food for city folks. Leggi tutto.
Exceptionally good food at heart-stopping prices: You could drop 100 bucks for a single – and delicious – dry-aged steak. The must-have made-to-order soufflés take 20 minutes to make, so plan ahead. Leggi tutto.
This no-frills brasserie perched in a remodeled 1930s bungalow serves authentic Gallic comfort food and (more importantly?) people-gawking until the early-morning hours. Leggi tutto.
Mâe-meets-Mamaw at this under-the-radar spot featuring innovative mashups of classic Thai dishes and Southern comfort food. The reinterpreted chess pie, infused with sweet Thai tea, is ingenious. Leggi tutto.
The Teishoku lunch specials are one of the best deals going: a bowl of savory clear noodle soup, a farm-fresh salad, soft steamed rice, homemade Japanese pickles, and an entrée all for $8-$12. Leggi tutto.
The assured simplicity of the food and patio make for a delightful dining experience. The fresh seafood is expertly prepared and makes for a menu's worth of tasty options. Leggi tutto.
This trailer consistently delivers meats that are worthy of being considered among the best in the city right now. The sides are pretty darn good, too. Leggi tutto.
Perennial fave La Condesa reflects the culinary trends of Mexico City's hip neighborhood Colonia Condesa. Feeling adventurous? Try the chapulines – a Oaxacan specialty of tiny fried grasshoppers. Leggi tutto.
The French fine dining atmosphere is fit for a romantic tryst, and the food’s easy to fall in love with, too. The salt cod & chickpea fritters are juicy and light, and the surf & turf is perfection. Leggi tutto.
French technique, exotic ingredients, a judicious use of spice and heat, and strong Southeast Asian and Northern African influences on the three-course prix fixe menu distinguish this upscale option. Leggi tutto.
The small menu is packed with inventive cuisine, a combo of street-food staples and popular cantina dishes. Order a zippy cocktail (we like El Zorro), sit back, and soak up Licha's lovely, homey vibe. Leggi tutto.
Ambitious, delicious trailer food from caterer/chef Luke Bibby. Overdo it at next door Gibson Bar? Luke’s cheese fries and the Spicy Szechuan Chicken griddled sammy are gonna make everything alright. Leggi tutto.
The pita wraps come stuffed with lamb and beef, or chicken, and are generously filled. Pies include spinach, and grass-fed meat wrapped in a crunchy pastry pillow. Don't miss the beet salad. Leggi tutto.
Ingredients are of the highest quality, quantities are large, service is friendly, prices are very reasonable, and the flavors are outstanding. This is how a sandwich should be made. Leggi tutto.
Ramen is Japanese comfort food, which is precisely what Michi serves, along with all the trimmings. Thrill seekers may go for the spicy Jungle Ramen flavored with lemongrass with crisp bean sprouts. Leggi tutto.
This vintage 1960 Comet trailer serves all kinds of meat, from duck sausage to smoked brisket, and they’re all flat-out delicious. Micklethwait Craft Meats belongs up with the elite of Austin BBQ. Leggi tutto.
You're not going to get heaping plates of fried meat and stewed greens here. Instead, you'll get artfully plated, modest portions of high-end ingredients for a very refined Southern cuisine. Leggi tutto.
Eclectic, upscale, and seasonal fare, an excellent wine list, private tables, and exemplary service flawlessly converge in a gorgeous, Michael Hsu-designed space. Simply one of our city's best. Leggi tutto.
It's worth navigating the Sixth St. circus for this divine bistro. Best as a late-night haven or at happy hour, when the half-price bar menu gets you steak frites & a killer martini for under $20. Leggi tutto.
From a trailer at the Vortex, Patrizi's quietly serves up some of the best pasta dishes in town. But they aren't just about the classics. Check out the monthly Wednesday dinner night. Leggi tutto.
Owners Josh and Paige Kaner have translated a passion for baking into a friendly space dedicated to scratch-made pies both savory and sweet. Try the Rocket pizza with arugula and prosciutto. Leggi tutto.
Ever-evolving cuisine from one of Austin's most famous chefs. But despite all that praise, Paul Qui never takes himself too seriously. Check out the pong game on the restaurant's website. Leggi tutto.
Yes, the ramen is authentic and delicious, but it’s the spicy edamame tossed with citrus, fresh jalapeños, shichimi spice, and sea salt we're obsessed with. End your meal with the green tea mochi ice. Leggi tutto.
The biscuits are flaky, the fried chicken is crispy, and the sides are worth hollerin' about. But what really sets this trailer apart is Chef Erica Waksmunski's sense of humor. Leggi tutto.
Calling all meat lovers! This charmingly retro artisan shop sells fresh cuts of locally sourced meats, sausages, salumi, and charcuterie, as well as fresh-baked goods and some prepared foods. Leggi tutto.
The key word for the meats at Schmidt Family is moist, followed by the word tender. Expect no glazes, just smoke and spice. We dig the sausage's beefy flavor accented with pepper, garlic, and cayenne. Leggi tutto.
Austin's only vegetarian/vegan Jewish sandwich trailer feels like a picnic in a friend's backyard. The matzoh ball soup is delish, a perfect consistency ball kissed by a light, almost buttery broth. Leggi tutto.
This comfy neighborhood restaurant serves inventive pizzas, hearty sandwiches, and sharable plates. The break-out star is the golden cauliflower with herbed yogurt, pine nuts, and golden raisins. Leggi tutto.
The Thali Special is probably the best sampler for newbies, but you can't go wrong with the different dosas they offer. Show up hungry. Leggi tutto.
The Thai-based menu offers the ideal platform for innovation at this South First hot boîte. The food is divine – and often quite spicy – and we especially love the simple but stunning peanut curry. Leggi tutto.
Playful cuisine, delectable desserts, appropriate libations, and excellent service. The atmosphere can get boisterous, but a night at Swift's promises both a memorable meal and a super fun time. Leggi tutto.
Taquerias are a dime a dozen in this town, but only a handful are truly priceless. Among the treasures here are the carnitas, the cabrito consommé, the pastor, aguas frescas, and the famed salsa bar. Leggi tutto.
What started as a supper club has grown into a full-fledged bistro with limited menus that change frequently. Solid farm-to-table, Cali-Med fare, and ideal for the neighborhood. Leggi tutto.
This place doesn't have long lines for nothing. Take your pick of anything on the menu and see why chef Paul Qui is an Austin treasure. Leggi tutto.
Start with the green beans and brussels sprouts and you'll leave happy. Beware: on busy nights the low-ceilinged room can be quite loud. Leggi tutto.
Refined comfort food in Lakeway. Perfect for those looking for gluten-free options. Leggi tutto.
There's a reason the lines are long here: Everything on the menu is delicious. After a too-long hiatus this local favorite is back and somehow as tasty as ever. Leggi tutto.
A trip to Uchiko is a treat for the senses, with creative flavor pairings in dishes like rosemary-smoked duck with candied citrus or pork-belly-and-egg sushi. Decor is almost too beautiful to look at. Leggi tutto.
In addition to wispy, fruit-flavored shaved ice, this stand also sells homemade aguas frescas, fruit smoothies, and tempting pork tortas. Their tacos keep people coming back to Radio Coffee & Beer. Leggi tutto.
An elegant and playful twist on the so-serious steakhouse m.o, this temple to former Longhorn football star Vince Young is a luxurious (if pricey) option for watching the game or wooing a date. Leggi tutto.