RESTAURANTS IN AUSTIN

Austin's culinary scene is as diverse as the city itself, offering options for every palate. From iconic barbecue spots to creative vegan cafes, here are some of the city's best.

BBQ

• Micklethwait Craft Meats: Known for sausages and creative sides (1309 Rosewood Ave)
• La Barbecue: A must-visit for classic Texas barbecue (1906 E Cesar Chavez St)
• Franklin Barbecue: Famous for melt-in-your-mouth brisket (900 E 11th St)

Tex-Mex

• Chuy’s: Festive vibes with classic Tex-Mex dishes (multiple locations)
• Matt’s El Rancho: A local favourite for hearty Tex-Mex (2613 S Lamar Blvd)

Food trucks

• Torchy’s Tacos: Inventive, boldly flavoured tacos (multiple locations)
• Veracruz All Natural: Beloved for fresh tacos (1704 E Cesar Chavez St)
• East Side King: Asian-inspired street food (1618 E 6th St)

Fine dining

• Uchi: Renowned for innovative Japanese cuisine (801 S Lamar Blvd)
• Emmer & Rye: Farm-to-table excellence (51 Rainey St)
• Jeffrey’s: A sophisticated steakhouse experience (1204 W Lynn St)

Vegetarian/vegan

• Bouldin Creek Cafe: Comfort food classics in a cosy setting (1900 S 1st St)
• The Beer Plant: Plant-based fare with craft beers (3110 Windsor Rd)

Burgers

• Hopdoddy Burger Bar: Gourmet burgers crafted with care (multiple locations)
• P. Terry’s: A no-frills favourite for burgers, fries, and shakes (multiple locations)
• Casino El Camino: Eclectic atmosphere and massive burgers (517 E 6th St)

Asian

• Loro: Texas barbecue meets Asian-inspired flavours (2115 S Lamar Blvd)
• Sway: Modern Thai cuisine in a chic setting (1417 S 1st St)
• Uchiko: Sushi with a creative twist (4200 N Lamar Blvd)

Pizza

• Home Slice Pizza: Authentic New York-style slices (1415 S Congress Ave)
• Via 313: Detroit-style pizza with crispy edges (multiple locations)