Odd Duck ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (3,844 reviews ) American Restaurant · $$$
Upscale eatery doling out locally sourced New American chow & drinks in a contemporary setting.
1201 S Lamar Blvd, Austin
Getting there → Dai Due ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5 (1,479 reviews ) American Restaurant · $$$
Farm-to-table fare from locally sourced ingredients served in a rustic space with a butcher shop.
2406 Manor Rd, Austin
Getting there → Ling Kitchen ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (93 reviews ) Chinese Restaurant · $$$$
8423 Research Blvd, Austin
Getting there → Eldorado Cafe Mexican · $
Launderette ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5 (2,239 reviews ) American Restaurant
Gourmet New American fare served in a polished cafe space in a converted gas station/Laundromat.
2115 Holly St, Austin
Getting there → LENOIR ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5 (893 reviews ) American Restaurant · $$$
Romantic, vintage-chic outpost featuring creative cuisine with Mediterranean & Indian accents.
1807 S 1st St, Austin
Getting there → The Dead Rabbit, Austin ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.4 out of 5 (660 reviews ) Bar · $$
204 E 6th St, Austin
Getting there → Mattie's Southern · $$
Craft Omakase ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 5.0 out of 5 (547 reviews ) Sushi Restaurant · $$$$
4400 N Lamar Blvd Ste 102, Austin
Getting there → Barley Swine ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (1,462 reviews ) American Restaurant · $$$$
Foodie hot spot serving a fixed-price menu with seasonal American small plates & a deep beer list.
6555 Burnet Rd #400, Austin
Getting there → Hestia ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.5 out of 5 (1,052 reviews ) Fine Dining Restaurant · $$$$
Industrial-style restaurant offering creative wood-fired dishes, plus tasting menus & wine pairings.
607 W 3rd St #105, Austin
Getting there → Tzintzuntzan Modern Mexican · $
Interstellar BBQ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.5 out of 5 (2,202 reviews ) Barbecue Restaurant · $$
Chill operation specializing in BBQ beef & pork, along with sausages, sandwiches & side dishes.
12233 Ranch Rd 620 N Ste 105, Austin
Getting there → Leroy and Lewis Barbecue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.4 out of 5 (2,461 reviews ) Barbecue Restaurant · $$
Smoked meat trailer highlighting unusual cuts of meat & locally sourced seasonal side dishes.
5621 Emerald Forest Dr, Austin
Getting there → la Barbecue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.4 out of 5 (3,554 reviews ) Barbecue Restaurant · $$
Hopping BBQ counter in a small market offering brisket, pulled pork & sausages, plus outdoor tables.
2401 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin
Getting there → Bartlett's American · $$
Mercado Sin Nombre ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (409 reviews ) Coffee Shop · $$
408 N Pleasant Valley Rd, Austin
Getting there → KG BBQ ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (1,673 reviews ) Barbecue Restaurant · $$
3108 Manor Rd, Austin
Getting there → Cuantos Tacos ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (1,269 reviews ) Taco Restaurant · $
Laid-back eatery offering street food-style tacos & quesadillas from a window, plus outdoor seating.
1108 E 12th St, Austin
Getting there → Anh Em Vietnamese Kitchen
Franklin Barbecue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (7,251 reviews ) Barbecue Restaurant · $$
Long lines form early for brisket, pulled pork & other smoked meats at this bustling spot.
900 E 11th St, Austin
Getting there → Briscuits ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (221 reviews ) Restaurant · $$
4204 Menchaca Rd, Austin
Getting there → Parish Barbecue ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5 (160 reviews ) Barbecue Restaurant
10300 Springdale Rd Backyard, Austin
Getting there → VanHorn's Steakhouse · $$
La Santa Barbacha ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.5 out of 5 (435 reviews ) Mexican Restaurant · $
2806 Manor Rd, Austin
Getting there → Distant Relatives ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.5 out of 5 (301 reviews ) Barbecue Restaurant · $$
3901 Promontory Point Dr, Austin
Getting there → Kemuri Tatsu-Ya ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.4 out of 5 (2,523 reviews ) Japanese Restaurant · $$
Casual izakaya & bar serving meat-centric shareable plates with Japanese & Texan influences.
2713 E 2nd St, Austin
Getting there → Paprika
Nixta Taqueria ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.4 out of 5 (1,205 reviews ) Restaurant · $$
Bright, straightforward counter-serve spot offering traditional Mexican food, plus beer & wine.
2512 E 12th St, Austin
Getting there → Fabrik Austin ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.9 out of 5 (274 reviews ) Vegan Restaurant · $$$$
3108 Windsor Rd, Austin
Getting there → Toshokan ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.8 out of 5 (93 reviews ) Sushi Restaurant · $$$$
807 E 4th St, Austin
Getting there → Roya
Garrison ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (400 reviews ) Restaurant
A menu featuring local & internationally-inspired dishes & drinks in a contemporary setting.
101 Red River St, Austin
Getting there → APT 115 ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (251 reviews ) Restaurant · $$$$
Laid back bar located in a converted apartment serving wine, craft beer, cheese, & charcuterie.
2025 E 7th St, Austin
Getting there → Jeffrey's ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (1,217 reviews ) Steak House · $$$$
Posh fine-dining icon featuring upscale New American cuisine in a tony setting plus an active bar.
1204 W Lynn St, Austin
Getting there → Uchi Austin Japanese · $$$
Discada ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.7 out of 5 (616 reviews ) Taco Restaurant · $
Mexican street eats including inventive tacos & elote served in an open-air setting.
1700 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin
Getting there → Suerte ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5 (3,221 reviews ) Mexican Restaurant · $$
Contemporary spot serving interior Mexican specialties and snacks, beer, wine, and craft cocktails.
1800 E 6th St, Austin
Getting there → Este ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 4.6 out of 5 (1,212 reviews ) Seafood Restaurant · $$$
2113 Manor Rd, Austin
Getting there → Boni’s Bar Next Door