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On FireContemporary spot serving interior Mexican specialties and snacks, beer, wine, and craft cocktails.
Austin, TX
Austin's most electric food scene
The beating heart of Austin's culinary renaissance. East Austin packs James Beard nominees, beloved taquerias, craft cocktail bars, and boundary-pushing restaurants into a few electric square miles. This is where Austin eats first.
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Contemporary spot serving interior Mexican specialties and snacks, beer, wine, and craft cocktails.

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

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

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

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

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



Warehouse-chic restaurant offering innovative farm-to-table fare, plus cocktails & wine.

Mexican street eats including inventive tacos & elote served in an open-air setting.

Gourmet New American fare served in a polished cafe space in a converted gas station/Laundromat.


Casual restaurant serving American fare made from locally-sourced ingredients plus market & bar.

House-made buttermilk biscuit sandwiches worth setting an alarm for. The line out front is its own endorsement.



No-frills Mexican joint serving tortas, migas & other standards, plus happy-hour deals.


Breakfast, brunch, and cocktails served in a warm, hip restaurant with a patio.


Low-key lounge presenting a short menu of craft cocktails in a cozy space with dark wood booths.

Breakfast tacos & traditional dishes in a basic setting with outdoor patio.



Retro watering hole with craft cocktails & a laid-back attitude plus coney dog food truck.



No-frills bar & grill with huge burgers, a patio & jukebox that caters to music nerds.

A menu featuring local & internationally-inspired dishes & drinks in a contemporary setting.


Braised, poached & stewed dishes, plus cocktails & craft brews, are served in a laid-back setting.

Chill hipster haunt known for its draft beer list & jukebox plus darts, billiards & spacious patio.

Sustainability focused farm-to-table Italian with pasta & artisanal chocolate on a rotational menu.






Japanese izakaya serving skewers, sushi & cooked seafood imported from Japan in a lofty, hip space.

An East Austin taco stand locals defend like family — street tacos, picnic benches, and zero fuss.

Unassuming watering hole with a patio, pool tables & a horseshoe-shaped bar, plus bands & DJ nights.

Trendy Mexican joint featuring tacos & other hearty eats for breakfast & lunch, plus a patio.


Laid back bar located in a converted apartment serving wine, craft beer, cheese, & charcuterie.




Food truck outside of Nickel City bar serving coney dogs, wings, sliders, rings & crinkle-cut fries.





American restaurant and bar for Texas-style menu with well-curated cocktails and live music acts.










New Zealand-inspired desserts doled out in a casual cinderblock counter-serve with outdoor seating.



East Austin Asian fusion and cocktails on the patio, pulling some of the highest review numbers on this side of town.


Grilled-meat plates and wraps from an East Austin Mediterranean truck — no-nonsense, deeply flavorful, and a steal.




Masculine watering hole with hunting lodge vibes, crafted cocktails & a massive whiskey selection.

Artisan java & bites are served at this cafe with industrial–chic decor, a patio & a laid-back vibe.






Part of the Vortex Theater, this inviting bar boasts a homey patio, snacks & occasional live music.


Relaxed 24-hour coffee house serving sustainable, fair trade coffee & locally sourced food.






Coffee shop serving up craft beverages & pastries in spacious industrial-looking digs.

Casual joint with cozy feel, craft beer, cocktails, wine & a smattering of Southern-inspired food.


Laid-back mobile eatery offering Puerto Rican grub such as rice, beans, roasted pork & plantains.



A variety of creative, plant-based tacos served from a funky food truck with outdoor picnic tables.

Cajun cooking & cocktails in a warmly furnished restaurant that has wood-paneling & chandeliers.





Design-savvy eatery for Latin & Asian pub fare, plus tiki drinks & sake bombs.









Bar & cafe pairing coffee & craft brews with sandwiches & light bites in stylish industrial digs.

Multilevel space with a bar, roofdeck & indoor/outdoor stages hosting local & touring acts.


Colorful Colombian eatery with a patio offering traditional meat & fish eats in a laid-back setting.

Rustic-chic watering hole featuring handcrafted cocktails & a patio with frequent live music shows.


Destination featuring retail cheese & wine sections, a cozy cafe & a catering menu with charcuterie boards.

Modern brewery with seasonal craft beer tasting in an industrial-chic taproom with outdoor seating.









Local chain serving Mediterranean food with inventive wraps, bowls, plates & signature sauces.

Relaxed Mexican cafe & patio, known for puffy tacos, margaritas & a signature red mole sauce.






Dog-friendly stop with late hours & outdoor seating focusing on creative highballs & Japanese curry.

Buzzy joint serving creative gourmet sandwiches in a no-frills setting with picnic-table seating.


Antique-chic eatery in a historic building for thoughtfully sourced eclectic fare, plus groceries.


Turkish kebabs in the brick-&-mortar outpost of a popular food truck, plus live music outdoors.


A variety of tacos, including vegan & breakfast options, dished out from a small trailer.

Eclectic indie bands & a dance floor in a happening, compact dive with 2 bars & lots of beer.


Chinese dishes with a modern twist served in a hipster/vintage space with craft drinks & cool music.


Modern take on a cantina with craft beer, wine & agave-based spirits like mezcal & bacanora.




Causal yet stylish watering hole pouring local beer & cocktails inside & out on a sizable patio.


Juice bar, bakery & eatery rolled into one, with vegetarian Mexican eats served in a modest setting.




Futuristic-’80s-style bar with a dash of Old West, situated in a converted home with a patio.

A charming, relaxed cocktail bar set in a renovated house, with a patio space & outdoor games.


Small, retro-styled outpost pouring coffee drinks & craft cocktails plus sandwiches & baked goods.

Beer & cocktails are served in an airy space with a backyard & a spacious roof with downtown views.


Airy, woodsy bar & eatery supplies upscale pub grub, local brews on tap & school-themed drinks.

Chill outdoor dining with ping pong tables & corn hole, offering sandwiches, chicken & beer.

This food truck outside the Vortex theater dishes up old-school Italian standards & housemade pasta.

Converted shipping container offering Vietnamese banh mi & other street snacks near picnic tables.


Low-key window-serve eatery featuring a menu of traditional Jamaican dishes & outdoor seating.

TV-lined saloon specializes in sandwiches inspired by different regions plus burgers & craft brews.

Classic Italian pasta dishes, wood-fired pizza & heartier entrees along with wine, cocktails & beer.



Tacos, burritos & other Mexican fare served from a simple food truck that has shaded bench seating.

Abundant sausages & beers on tap inside a rustic-chic cottage or outside in the leafy beer garden.



Outpost of a festive saloon chain with female bartenders, bartop dancing & body shots.

This dog-friendly Mexican eatery with traditional Colonial furnishings has rooftop & patio tables.

Trendy bar in an old Craftsman house featuring board games, a dance floor & front & back patios.




Homestyle Korean fare & craft cocktails on offer in this bright, rustic-chic kitchen.


Drinks & snacks in an old converted home with a jukebox & huge backyard with picnic tables & games.

Food trailer whipping up vegan tacos & hefty burgers, plus traditional sides like fries.



Upscale bistro spotlighting Argentine cuisine in relaxed, bohemian surroundings.



Comfy operation offering burritos, combo plates & other Mexican classics in a casual space.


Health-conscious cafe serving smoothies & acai bowls with toppings like fruit & granola.


Slow-smoked barbecue, plus tacos & sandwiches on offer in this snug & popular window-serve spot.

Live country music is served up in this hip, upbeat, sprawling honky-tonk with a taco truck outside.



Frat-friendly watering hole with a hopping rooftop patio, live bands & a dance floor.

Colorful, late-night food truck making mini-donuts with creative flavors, toppings & dipping sauces.

Cozy watering hole known for its global nibbles, dog-friendly patio & recycled wood & stone decor.

Retro bar offering specialty drinks & punches, plus a spacious yard with shaded poolside seating.



Quaint parlor offering gluten-free sweet treats & creative coconut milk ice cream flavors.

Funky saloon offering hearty Mexican eats, margaritas & tequila flights amid several spaces & patio.

Local institution hosting live music & performances since 1978, now with a rooftop deck bar.

Rollicking destination featuring liquor pitchers, DJs & dancing, plus a rooftop patio with views.

Beer, brisket and music Downtown with a renowned Sunday gospel brunch.


Breakfast faves at this daytime institution with modest decor include migas & biscuits.

Intimate reservations-only lounge known for its hip speakeasy vibe & old-school cocktail menu.

Informal restaurant serving inventive Mexican fare & drinks in a patio-enhanced space.

House beers you can only get on-site, plus tacos and espresso, in an East 6th courtyard built for lingering.




Dive bar with a giant jackalope sculpture & other quirks, plus burgers, pizza, music & happy hours.

Hopping, wood-paneled taproom featuring billiards & cozy booths adorned with faux books.

Colorful Mexican joint offering tacos, tortas & all-day breakfast plates, plus outdoor seating.



Fresh housemade food such as popular breakfast tacos served in a casual dining room or on the patio.

An easygoing bar with sports, music, regular specials & a big backyard with games & a taco truck.





Handcrafted New Haven–style pies with a variety of toppings, plus beer & wine in homey digs.



Outpost of a Texas chain with traditional & modern fare, happy hour & many tequilas.

Lively bar & nightclub featuring live music, plus spacious indoor & outdoor areas.


Barbecued meats, including signature beef ribs, & specialty sauces in a historic former iron shop.

Contemporary comfort food & cocktails in a historic home with a patio.


Rollicking tavern offering happy hour eats, such as crawfish & drink specials in rustic-style digs.

Chicken-fried steak, pork ribs, sandwiches & sides are the calling cards of this Southern kitchen.

No-frills watering hole featuring basic beers, live bands & DJs in a rollicking atmosphere.



Small taproom with happy hours, a stage for live bands & DJs, plus a lively rooftop lounge.


Popular night spot with an energetic crowd, DJs, dancing & booth seating & a large open air terrace.