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East Austin · restaurant

Contemporary spot serving interior Mexican specialties and snacks, beer, wine, and craft cocktails.

Franklin Barbecue

East Austin · restaurant

The brisket that turned Central Texas barbecue into a pilgrimage. Show up early, bring a chair — the line is the whole ritual.

Dai Due

East Austin · restaurant

Hyper-local cooking with its own butcher shop attached — Dai Due takes 'farm-to-table' more literally than just about anyone in town.

Leroy and Lewis Barbecue

Austin · restaurant

Smoked meat trailer highlighting unusual cuts of meat & locally sourced seasonal side dishes.

Kemuri Tatsu-Ya

East Austin · bar

Casual izakaya & bar serving meat-centric shareable plates with Japanese & Texan influences.

Cuantos Tacos

East Austin · restaurant

Laid-back eatery offering street food-style tacos & quesadillas from a window, plus outdoor seating.

Birdie's

Austin · bar

Family-run, neighborhood joint offering seasonal menus, wines & American plates in warm surrounds.

Olamaie

Austin · bar

Southern fare is elevated with farm-fresh ingredients & modern plating in elegant refurbished home.

la Barbecue

East Austin · restaurant

Hopping BBQ counter in a small market offering brisket, pulled pork & sausages, plus outdoor tables.

Interstellar BBQ

Austin · restaurant

Chill operation specializing in BBQ beef & pork, along with sausages, sandwiches & side dishes.