SXSW

8.2

517 E 6th St (bt Red River & Neches Sts), Austin, TX

Dive Bar · Downtown Austin · 229 tips and reviews

The Wall Street Journal: Reader tip: Incredible burgers! And get a tattoo at Sailor's Grave right around the corner. Read more.

2. The Salt Lick

9.2

18300 Farm to Market Rd 1826, Driftwood, TX

BBQ Joint · 426 tips and reviews

The Wall Street Journal: Reader tip: About 30 mins south of Austin is The Salt Lick. It epitomizes Texas BBQ and you can bring your own beer! Read more.

3. Franklin Barbecue

9.0

900 E 11th St (at Branch St), Austin, TX

BBQ Joint · Central East Austin · 354 tips and reviews

The Wall Street Journal: Reader tip: If you want BBQ in Austin you must go to Franklin's. If you want to bypass the line, place your order for pickup now. Read more.

4. Juan in a Million

8.5

2300 E Cesar Chavez St (Mildred St.), Austin, TX

Mexican Restaurant · 221 tips and reviews

The Wall Street Journal: Reader tip: Best breakfast tacos plus Juan is always there to greet you with a smile and a handshake Read more.

5. Magnolia Cafe South

8.5

1920 S Congress Ave (at E. Mary St.), Austin, TX

Diner · Bouldin Creek · 285 tips and reviews

The Wall Street Journal: Reader tip: An absolute must for breakfast. Make sure to get there early - or you will wait. It's funky, and the food is great. Service is wonderful. Read more.

6. Torchy's Tacos

8.8

2809 S 1st St (at El Paso St), Austin, TX

Taco Restaurant · 156 tips and reviews

The Wall Street Journal: Reader tip: Anyone coming to SXSW should definitely try Torchy's Tacos. Fried avocado tacos and fried chocolate chip cookies for dessert? Yes. Read more.