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Austin, TX
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema is one of Austin, TX.

1. Alamo Drafthouse Cinema

9.3
1120 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Movie Theater · Zilker · 205 tips and reviews
Sugar Mama's Bakeshop is one of Austin, TX.

2. Sugar Mama's Bakeshop

8.3
1905 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Bakery · Bouldin Creek · 57 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The team at Sugar Mama's famously won cupcake wars, and they're Austin's go-to resource for the still-trendy cupcake. Their Manor Road location is coming soon. Read more.

Hey Cupcake! is one of Austin, TX.

3. Hey Cupcake!

8.1
1511 S Congress Ave (at Elizabeth St SE), Austin, TX
Cupcake Shop · 63 tips and reviews

National PostNational Post: Tasty sweets such as the Michael Jackson (chocolate cupcake with cream cheese frosting) and 24 Carrot (carrot cake with cream cheese top). Read more.

El Naranjo is one of Austin, TX.

4. El Naranjo

8.1
85 Rainey St, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 53 tips and reviews
Gourdough's is one of Austin, TX.

5. Gourdough's

8.8
1503 S 1st St (at Monroe), Austin, TX
Donut Shop · Bouldin Creek · 219 tips and reviews
G'Raj Mahal Cafe is one of Austin, TX.

6. G'Raj Mahal Cafe

73 Rainey St (at Holly St.), Austin, TX
Indian Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 113 tips and reviews

Cooking ChannelCooking Channel: Eclectic and artsy stationary trailer that serves naan freshly baked in their tandoori oven, as well as other authentic Goan dishes from Goa, India. We suggest the Rechard Masala Shrimp.

Tâm Deli and Cafe is one of Austin, TX.

7. Tâm Deli and Cafe

8.4
8222 N Lamar Blvd Ste D33, Austin, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · North Austin · 55 tips and reviews
Love Balls Bus is one of Austin, TX.

8. Love Balls Bus

2908 Fruth Street, Austin (Southside Food Trailer), Austin, TX
Food Truck · North University · 16 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: This food truck serves up authentic Japanese street food, like Takoyaki – seasoned batter filled with chunks of octopus, scallions, and ginger topped with kewpie mayonnaise aonari and bonito flakes.

Via 313 is one of Austin, TX.

9. Via 313

1111 E 6th St (at Waller St), Austin, TX
Pizzeria · 54 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Great Detroit-style pizza (deep dish, baked in actual auto-part pans). Friendly service and a willingness to deliver into anchor bar Violet Crown Social Club doesn't hurt either. [Eater 38 Member]

Star Seeds Cafe is one of Austin, TX.

10. Star Seeds Cafe

7.7
3101 N Interstate 35 (at 31st St), Austin, TX
Diner · Upper Boggy Creek · 57 tips and reviews

CultureMap AustinCultureMap Austin: 24-hour biscuits and gravy is our favorite Star Seeds attraction.

El Primo Taco Truck is one of Austin, TX.

11. El Primo Taco Truck

9.1
2011 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Food Truck · Bouldin Creek · 32 tips and reviews

Josh J.Josh Jones-Dilworth: This is bar none the best taco in Austin and a well-kept secret.

Hopfields is one of Austin, TX.

12. Hopfields

9.2
3110 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX
Gastropub · North University · 57 tips and reviews

evan s.evan steadman: buy a limited edition signed, numbered growler and get 10% off the fill

El Chilito is one of Austin, TX.

13. El Chilito

8.6
2219 Manor Rd (Chestnut Ave), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Upper Boggy Creek · 68 tips and reviews

Carolee M.Carolee Mitchell: Go try the pescado entortillado tacos at El Chilito.

La Flor is one of Austin, TX.

14. La Flor

7.7
Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · South Congress · 7 tips and reviews

JaxJax: Some of THE best bfast tacos this side of 35!! Pot egg and cheese is my go to and they are pretty big, bacon is good and crispy too!

La Fruta Feliz is one of Austin, TX.

15. La Fruta Feliz

8.4
3124 Manor Rd (Airport), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · MLK · 14 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: The barbacoa is top notch, while the picadillo is mind-numbingly good, made from minced – not ground – beef. La Fruta has vaulted into rarified territory as one of the best taquerias in town. Read more.

Maria's Taco Xpress is one of Austin, TX.

16. Maria's Taco Xpress

2529 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · South Lamar · 74 tips and reviews

SPINSPIN: The kitschy decor and bountiful serving sizes make this spot in the southwestern section of town one of Austin's best for tacos. Especially breakfast tacos.

Mi Madre's Restaurant is one of Austin, TX.

17. Mi Madre's Restaurant

8.3
2201 Manor Rd (at Coleto St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Upper Boggy Creek · 69 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: Mi Medre's your casa for cocktails like a tamarind margarita with chamoy, the Paraiso (rum, OJ, fresh orange & mango, carrot juice, fresh mint), and the tequila/grapefruit soda/sangrita Vampirito. Read more.

Mi Tradición is one of Austin, TX.

18. Mi Tradición

8.5
8716 Research Blvd (at Ohlen Rd), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Crestview - Wooten · 32 tips and reviews

Craig F.Craig Forster: Get the Torta's - the Cubana and the Diablo are the best. Don't forget to wash it down with a horchata!

Papalote Taco House is one of Austin, TX.

19. Papalote Taco House

8.6
2803 S Lamar Blvd (at Barton Skwy), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · South Lamar · 57 tips and reviews

David J. N.David J. Neff: Amazing food for vegans and meat eaters. Best Taco place I've been in Austin. Tell them David J. sent you.

Pueblo Viejo is one of Austin, TX.

20. Pueblo Viejo

502 Brushy St (at E 5th St), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · 84 tips and reviews

Tim G.Tim Gasper: The Don Chago is a man's taco.

Rosita's Al Pastor is one of Austin, TX.

21. Rosita's Al Pastor

8.3
1911 E Riverside Dr, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Riverside · 25 tips and reviews

Social N.Social News Network: The word is that this is the place to go for the best al pastor you will ever have. But if that's not your favorite, you can still get a range of delicious tacos at very good prices.

22. Tacodeli

9.1
1500B Spyglass Dr (at Barton Skyway), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Bartons Bluff-Spyglass · 150 tips and reviews
Tacodeli is one of Austin, TX.

23. Tacodeli

9.0
4200 N Lamar Blvd (at W 42nd St), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Rosedale · 130 tips and reviews
Torchy's Tacos is one of Austin, TX.

24. Torchy's Tacos

8.9
2809 S 1st St (at El Paso St), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · 156 tips and reviews
Torchy's Tacos is one of Austin, TX.

25. Torchy's Tacos

9.0
3005 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · South Lamar · 101 tips and reviews
Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ is one of Austin, TX.

26. Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ

7612 Brodie Ln, Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · 25 tips and reviews

Steve M.Steve Mayet: The carnitas taco is amazing. Had the Porky Pig sandwich and it was awesome.

Veracruz All Natural is one of Austin, TX.

27. Veracruz All Natural

9.1
2505 Webberville Rd, Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Central East Austin · 107 tips and reviews
Texas French Bread is one of Austin, TX.

28. Texas French Bread

8.2
2900 Rio Grande St (at 29th St.), Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · West University · 31 tips and reviews

EaterEater: This longtime Austin restaurant and bakery has recently expanded and remodeled its space. They're also getting serious about coffee, and continue to make artisan breads and pastries in house. Read more.

El Chile Cafe y Cantina is one of Austin, TX.

29. El Chile Cafe y Cantina

8.3
1809 Manor Rd (at Chicon St), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Upper Boggy Creek · 45 tips and reviews
Polvos is one of Austin, TX.

30. Polvos

7.7
2004 S 1st St (W Johanna St), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 193 tips and reviews

restlessnapkin.comrestlessnapkin.com: Get a pitcher of margaritas and some salsa from the salsa bar then chill in the parking lot till your table is ready.

Biscuits + Groovy is one of Austin, TX.

31. Biscuits + Groovy

8.6
5015 Duval St (51st St), Austin, TX
Breakfast Spot · North Loop · 40 tips and reviews

Rebecca D.Rebecca Dull: Breakfast plate with bacon, sausage, eggs, biscuits & gravy for $5? Yes please! Better yet, the guy is nice enough to bring it across the street because it's raining and the out door seating is wet.

Three Little Pigs is one of Austin, TX.

32. Three Little Pigs

8.4
1209 Rosewood Ave, Austin, TX
Food Truck · Brentwood · 10 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: The Cracklin Meatloaf, served with creamy cheese grits and savory collard greens, is stellar. The soft and savory meatloaf is wrapped in bacon and dotted with crispy cracklins.

East Side King is one of Austin, TX.

33. East Side King

2538 Guadalupe St (at Hole in the Wall), Austin, TX
Asian Restaurant · West University · 51 tips and reviews
The Zubik House is one of Austin, TX.

34. The Zubik House

422 Guadalupe, Austin, TX
Food Truck · Downtown Austin · 3 tips and reviews
Chi'lantro BBQ is one of Austin, TX.

35. Chi'lantro BBQ

8.4
823 Congress Ave (at E 9th St), Austin, TX
Food Truck · Downtown Austin · 114 tips and reviews
St. Philip is one of Austin, TX.

36. St. Philip

4715 S Lamar Blvd, Sunset Valley, TX
Pizzeria · Meadowview at Sunset Valley · 35 tips and reviews