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WHERE TO EAT — AUSTIN RESTAURANTS


Barley Swine Contemporary
14/20
Dining Room at Barley Swine, Austin, TX 2024 S. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78704
512-394-8150 | Menu
Small but inviting gastropub takes shared plates to new heights, meticulously crafted and passionately presented. More...

Cisco's Restaurant Bakery & Bar Mexican
12/20
1511 E. 6th St.
Austin, TX 78702
512-478-2420
Politicos rub shoulders with celebrities, families and cash-strapped students at this temple of Mexican comfort food. More...

Congress Contemporary
16/20
Dining Room at Congress, Austin, TX The Austonian
200 Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78701
512-827-2760 | Photo
Chef David Bull turns out artful presentations that complement his bold flavor profiles. More...

The County Line on the Lake Barbecue
11/20
5204 FM 2222
Austin, TX 78731
512-346-3664 | Menu
For classic Texas barbecue with a view, take your appetite to the lake. More...

Green Pastures French
15/20
811 W. Live Oak St.
Austin, TX 78704
512-444-4747 | Menu
Peacocks stroll the lovely estate, the service includes tableside preparations, and the kitchen transforms ingredients into decadence. More...

Hopdoddy Burgers
10/20
1400 S. Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78704
512-243-7505
The 30-minute wait just to get in the door is proof enough that burgers have come a long way since the early days. More...

Hudson's on the Bend American
14/20
Dining Room at Hudson 3509 Hwy. 620
Austin, TX 78734
512-266-1369 | Menu
Definitive upscale Hill Country cuisine features wild game, fresh fish, Prime beef and rare wines. More...

Hula Hut Mexican
11/20
3825 Lake Austin Blvd.
Austin, TX 78703
512-476-4852 | Menu
A mix of leis and cowboy boots sets the scene for rewarding Texas-tropical fare. More...

La Condesa Mexican
13/20
Dining Room at La Condesa, Austin, TX 400A W. Second St.
Austin, TX 78701
512-499-0300 | Menu
Downtown hot-spot with scene-stealing modern design and a menu resonating with both invention and tradition. More...

Lamberts Barbecue Barbecue
13/20
Dining Room at Lamberts Barbecue, Austin, TX Schneider Brothers Building
401 W. Second St.
Austin, TX 78701
512-494-1500 | Menu
Gussied-up barbecue invented by renowned local chef Lou Lambert. More...

Magnolia Cafe American
11/20
1920 S. Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78704
512-445-0000 | Menu
The luminous "always open" Magnolia keeps SoCo residents and late-night diners full and happy. More...

Maria's Taco Xpress Tex-Mex
Quick Bite
2529 S. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78704
512-444-0261 | Menu
Funky self-service South Austin taqueria is a big bang for the buck. More...

Olivia Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Olivia, Austin, TX 2043 S. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78704
512-804-2700 | Menu
Locally farmed and artisanal products shine at this south Austin restaurant helmed by chef James Holmes. More...

Perla's Seafood & Oyster Bar Seafood
15/20
Dining Room at Perla 1400 S. Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78704
512-291-7300 | Menu
Fresh seafood with a subtle approach and a strong wine list. More...

South Congress Cafe Cajun
12/20
Dining Room at South Congress Cafe, Austin, TX 1600 S. Congress Ave.
Austin, TX 78704
512-447-3905 | Menu
Mod little eatery serves terrific Cajun-Southwestern fare in trendy SoCo area. More...

TRIO Steakhouse
14/20
Four Seasons Hotel Austin
98 San Jacinto Blvd.
Austin, TX 78701
512-685-8300 | Menu
Vibrantly modern seafood-and-steakhouse with a strong wine program. More...

Uchi Japanese
15/20
Dining Room at Uchi, Austin, TX 801 S. Lamar Blvd.
Austin, TX 78704
512-916-4808 | Menu
Cutting-edge sushi and a vast saké selection rolled up in a colorful bungalow setting. More...

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