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AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS
Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

1. Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

9.1
79 & 81 Rainey St (btwn Davis & River St.), Austin, TX
Beer Garden · Downtown Austin · 256 tips and reviews

2. Takoba

7.7
1411 E 7th St (Onion St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Central East Austin · 154 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Mexican home cooking with a great patio; try the mango habanero margarita. [Eater 38 Member]

3. Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

8.9
1400 S Congress Ave Ste B100, Austin, TX
Seafood Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 173 tips and reviews

Luciana M.Luciana Misura: Loved the lobster roll and calamari appetizer. For oyster fans, there is a huge selection (I'm not one but went with people who raved about the oysters).

4. QUI Restaurant

1600 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Asian Restaurant · 62 tips and reviews

SpenserSpenser: Get there early - the line starts behind the building, not easily seen from 6th street. Trust the staff. And yes, the ice cream sandwich is a great finish.

5. Sway Thai

1417 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Thai Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 155 tips and reviews

Janna H.Janna Hill: Son in law, blue crab fried rice. Done!

6. Elizabeth St. Café

9.1
1501 S 1st St (at Elizabeth St.), Austin, TX
Vietnamese Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 173 tips and reviews

Amanda C.Amanda Cooper: Crazy good pork belly bun, great for hangovers. Got the drunken noodles and Banh cuon to share & was not disappointed. Only down side was very little alcohol in the punch drinks but they were tasty.

7. Polvos

7.8
2004 S 1st St (W Johanna St), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 193 tips and reviews

Kat M.Kat Mandelstein: They make awesome Mexican Martinis and love their salsa bar. Their small guacamole is enough for 3-4 people. Don't order the large unless you have a big group! Read more.

8. Hillside Farmacy

8.4
1209 E 11th St (Rosewood), Austin, TX
Restaurant · Central East Austin · 90 tips and reviews

Ben H.Ben Hobbs: Oysters Rockefeller are unbelievable. Order them!!!

9. Freddie's Place

1703 S 1st St (at Annie St.), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 75 tips and reviews

Jenny C.Jenny Cook: Happy Hour ALL DAY MONDAY! 2 dollar frozen margs and half price select apps. GET YOU SOME!

10. Thai Fresh

8.6
909 W Mary St (at S 5th), Austin, TX
Thai Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 63 tips and reviews

Audrey E.Audrey Eads: Ordered the Pad Thai and Thai tea. The Thai tea was the best I've ever had (but no bubbles) and the pad Thai was delicious. Only drawback is that they charge about 10-11 bucks for smallish portions.

Lucy's Fried Chicken is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

11. Lucy's Fried Chicken

8.5
2218 College Ave (S. Congress), Austin, TX
Fried Chicken Joint · Bouldin Creek · 125 tips and reviews

Trevor M.Trevor Mccurry: best chicken and fried waffles I've had in Austin.

Shangri-La is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

12. Shangri-La

7.8
1016 E 6th St (at Medina St), Austin, TX
Bar · 61 tips and reviews

13. Bar Chi Sushi

7.7
206 Colorado St (btwn 2nd & 3rd), Austin, TX
Sushi Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 98 tips and reviews

Kevin V.Kevin Vichensont: Best sushi and drink happy hour in Austin! Reverse happy hour Thursday thru Saturday starting at 10pm!

14. La Pâtisserie

7.9
602 W Annie St, Austin, TX
Pastry Shop · Bouldin Creek · 35 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: This French style bakery is known for its macarons, but their croissants are also worth a try.

15. Dolce Neve

9.1
1713 S 1st St (Annie Street), Austin, TX
Ice Cream Parlor · Bouldin Creek · 40 tips and reviews

Toby C.Toby Crabtree: 100% authentic Italian gelato!

16. Dock & Roll Diner

1503 S 1st St, Austin, TX
Food Truck · University of Texas-Austin · 26 tips and reviews

Caroline D.Caroline Dickey: can't go wrong with the classic Maine Event and tots. employees are so friendly and the food is amazing; the kind of atmosphere that makes you want to stay for all 3 meals

17. Lenoir

8.6
1807 S 1st St, Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 39 tips and reviews

Becca S.Becca Smith: Make a reservation at least a week in advance for a party larger than 4. Amazing culinary experience, worth the extra effort to plan in advance!!

Sugar Mama's Bakeshop is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

18. 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.

19. Olivia

2043 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · Zilker · 61 tips and reviews

Shanick A.Shanick Augustin: Brunch is amazing! Make sure to make a reservation so you don't have to wait for a table.

Barley Swine is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

20. Barley Swine

2024 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · Zilker · 87 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: 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. Read more.

21. Soup Peddler Real Food & Juice Bar

8.9
2801 S Lamar Blvd Ste A, Austin, TX
Juice Bar · South Lamar · 41 tips and reviews

MartínMartín: Tomato Basil Soup + Pesto Provolone Grilled Cheese = Heaven

Micklethwait Craft Meats is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

22. Micklethwait Craft Meats

8.7
1309 Rosewood Ave, Austin, TX
Food Truck · Central East Austin · 89 tips and reviews

Faith D.Faith Dabbs: The brisket melts in your mouth! The lamb sausage is divine, coming from someone who's not a fan of any kind of sausage. Cheese grits were AMAZING. A nice southwest twist. The slaw was also en pointe.

23. Mellizoz Tacos

6.9
1503 S 1st St #B (at Elizabeth Street W), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 51 tips and reviews

Heather K.Heather K.: Eat here. (Better) fried avocado tacos, pulled pork tortas, and fresh garlic fries.

24. East Side King

8.5
1618 1/2 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Food Truck · 82 tips and reviews

EaterEater: The cash-only first location of this stand behind Liberty has become a bit of an East Sixth legend, counting Anthony Bourdain among the many fans of its Asian-inspired street food. [Eater 38 Member] Read more.

25. Searsucker

415 Colorado St (5th Street), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 59 tips and reviews

Jack M.Jack McFadden: Happy hour is 4:30-6:30. Infusion drinks are $5 = Coyote in my belly

26. G'Raj Mahal Cafe

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

Sonia J.Sonia Joshani: Highlights: briyani rice, tandoori chicken, garlic na'an bread, tikka masala curry, rose lassi. Everything is good, average spending is $20 per person. Yummmmm

Lucky Robot Japanese Kitchen is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

27. Lucky Robot Japanese Kitchen

7.8
1303 S Congress Ave (at James St), Austin, TX
Japanese Restaurant · 79 tips and reviews

April T.April Thompson: Tokyo Brunch served Saturday + Sunday 10am-3pm

Salt & Time is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

28. Salt & Time

1912 E 7th St (Chicon/7th Street), Austin, TX
Butcher · 58 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: 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. Read more.

29. Bouldin Creek Café

9.1
1900 S 1st St (at W. Mary St.), Austin, TX
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 261 tips and reviews

EaterEater: Beloved by denizens of the 78704 and beyond, Bouldin Creek offers a diverse menu of vegetarian fare, locally roasted coffee and a taste of old-school Austin. [Eater 38 Member]

30. Swift's Attic

8.1
315 Congress Ave, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 97 tips and reviews

Jessica F.Jessica Fradono: Make sure you try the edamame and pop-rocks. Oh, shishito too! And if pork cheeks are on menu, don't miss them either! If I could be at Swift's daily, I would be. Thanks for making great food y'all!!

Clark's Oyster Bar is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

31. Clark's Oyster Bar

9.3
1200 W 6th St (Blanco), Austin, TX
Seafood Restaurant · Old West Austin · 71 tips and reviews

Austin ChronicleAustin Chronicle: 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. Read more.

32. Contigo Austin

2027 Anchor Ln (btwn Manor Rd and Manorwood Rd), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · MLK · 103 tips and reviews

Rachel S.Rachel Snyder: Shittiest foursquare tips ever...this place is AMAZING! Biscuits and gravy w/ chicken fried quail? Yes please! House pickles, bean dip with duck fat, and ox tongue sliders? I'll be back. Tomorrow :)

Foreign & Domestic is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

33. Foreign & Domestic

8.4
306 E 53rd St, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · North Loop · 76 tips and reviews

34. Tacodeli

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

Urim C.Urim Choi: Not getting a Cowboy taco is a blasphemy.

Once Over Coffee Bar is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

35. Once Over Coffee Bar

8.4
2009 S 1st St (btwn Johanna & Live Oak St.), Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · Bouldin Creek · 81 tips and reviews
Lick Honest Ice Creams is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

36. Lick Honest Ice Creams

8.8
1100 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Ice Cream Parlor · Zilker · 172 tips and reviews
Enoteca Vespaio is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

37. Enoteca Vespaio

1610 S Congress Ave (at W Milton St.), Austin, TX
Italian Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 77 tips and reviews

Adriano T.Adriano Trovato: The garlic fries are awesome!

Tamale House East is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

38. Tamale House East

7.5
1707 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 45 tips and reviews

ThrillistThrillist: This spot is tucked on a patio between what used to be Graze and some railroad tracks and offers the same famous $1.25 breakfast tacos. Read more.

39. Whisler's

9.0
1816 E 6th St (at Chicon St), Austin, TX
Cocktail Bar · 81 tips and reviews

Aaron J.Aaron Jones: This place has some of the best cocktails in the city. Try the weedwacker!

40. Josephine House

9.1
1601 Waterston Ave (at W Lynn St), Austin, TX
Café · Old West Austin · 39 tips and reviews

Alyssa P.Alyssa P: Brunch was incredible- don't go without a fresh squeezed juice! Our table had the quinoa+poached egg, biscuits+gravy, & the breakfast burger. All the breads were fresh baked and delicious. Phenomenal!

41. The Hightower

1209 E 7th St, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Central East Austin · 35 tips and reviews

AustinPixelsAustinPixels: Get the pork jowl. Really good!

Sa-Tén Coffee and Eats is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

42. Sa-Tén Coffee and Eats

8.1
916 Springdale Rd, Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · 19 tips and reviews
Kerlin BBQ is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

43. Kerlin BBQ

8.8
1700 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · 26 tips and reviews
East Side King Thai-kun is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

44. East Side King Thai-kun

8.5
1104 E 6th St (Medina), Austin, TX
Thai Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews
Gardner is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

45. Gardner

1914 E 6th St, Austin, TX
New American Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews
Container Bar Food Truck is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

46. Container Bar Food Truck

90 Rainey St (Davis Street), Austin, TX
Food Truck · Pleasant Valley · No tips or reviews
El Sunzal is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

47. El Sunzal

7.4
642 Calles St (7th St.), Austin, TX
South American Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews
Hana World Market is one of AUSTIN FOOD MUST EATS.

48. Hana World Market

7.4
1700 W Parmer Ln Ste 100 (at Scofield Farms Dr), Austin, TX
Supermarket · Scofield Farms · 27 tips and reviews