The best restaurants in Austin
120 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Pompeii Italian Grill
RestaurantsPompeii Italian Grill brings classic Italian comfort to life with the lasagna they’re known for, ornate fresco vibes, and a full bar to…
Pompeii Italian Grill
RestaurantsCharleys Cheesesteaks
RestaurantsSandwich shop inside Walmart offering cheesesteaks and other comfort food in a casual setting.
Charleys Cheesesteaks
RestaurantsCamila's Mexican Restaurant - Lookout Road
RestaurantsFamily-owned Mexican option featuring a variety of breakfast tacos and meat dishes.
Camila's Mexican Restaurant - Lookout Road
RestaurantsLos Generales
RestaurantsCasual bar & grill dispensing Tex-Mex standards ranging from breakfast tacos to enchiladas.
Los Generales
RestaurantsPizza Hut
RestaurantsPopular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.
Pizza Hut
RestaurantsPollo Regio
RestaurantsPollo Regio serves up authentic, home-style Mexican flavor that hits the spot on a busy weeknight, from satisfying chicken to the kind of…
Pollo Regio
RestaurantsNiki's Pizza Italian & Greek cuisine
RestaurantsFor thin, New York-style pies plus comforting baked pastas, hefty subs, and a lineup of Italian and Greek classics, Niki's Pizza Italian &…
Niki's Pizza Italian & Greek cuisine
RestaurantsThe Growler Bar and Kitchen
RestaurantsThe Growler Bar and Kitchen keeps the good stuff flowing with fresh craft beer, a welcoming neighborhood vibe, and hand-stretched pizzas…
The Growler Bar and Kitchen
RestaurantsSuculenta Cantina
RestaurantsElevated Mexican cooking rooted in tradition, Suculenta Cantina plates ancestral flavors with a clean, contemporary touch. Think a…
Suculenta Cantina
RestaurantsYaghi's New York Pizzeria
RestaurantsYaghi's New York Pizzeria has been stone baking pies since 1999, rolling fresh dough daily, layering a secret sauce of top quality tomatoes…
Yaghi's New York Pizzeria
RestaurantsJoe's Italian kitchen
RestaurantsWhen you need a no-fuss, saucy fix, Joe's Italian Kitchen nails the classics with legit lasagna, chicken parm, spaghetti and meatballs,…
Joe's Italian kitchen
RestaurantsMarco's Pizza
RestaurantsCounter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.
Marco's Pizza
RestaurantsYellow Bell Tacos
RestaurantsWhether you're craving smoked prime brisket with morita kick, chopped lamb with avocado salsa, or a calabacitas veggie sleeper, Yellow Bell…
Yellow Bell Tacos
RestaurantsBaris Pasta & Pizza- Pflugerville
RestaurantsWhen the week needs a win, Baris Pasta & Pizza- Pflugerville hits that family-friendly, no-frills sweet spot with New York style pies,…
Baris Pasta & Pizza- Pflugerville
RestaurantsLone Star Kolaches
RestaurantsCraving a hot, flaky start? Lone Star Kolaches turns out sweet and savory kolaches that actually taste homemade, with a Round Rock spot for…
Lone Star Kolaches
RestaurantsUmi Sushi Bar & Grill
RestaurantsUmi Sushi Bar & Grill keeps it fun and legit with traditional and modern rolls, teriyaki and steak, plus soup, salad and appetizers, all…
Umi Sushi Bar & Grill
RestaurantsMaggiano's Little Italy
RestaurantsSemi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.
Maggiano's Little Italy
RestaurantsNorth Italia
RestaurantsThe Domain's buzzy, modern option with a patio for thin-crust pizzas & sophisticated Italian fare.
North Italia
RestaurantsAburi TORA Austin
RestaurantsAburi TORA Austin introduces "Sushi 3.0" with a dedicated touchscreen ordering system, so you decide exactly what lands on your table.…
Aburi TORA Austin
RestaurantsHuahuasco Grill Mexican Cuisine
RestaurantsSkip the usual this week and let Huahuasco Grill Mexican Cuisine show you why Michoacán sits at Mexico’s culinary epicenter, a family owned…
Huahuasco Grill Mexican Cuisine
RestaurantsHAMBURGUESAS EMILIA
RestaurantsHamburguesas Emilia is a truck on FM 969 turning out juicy, chef-built burgers with a Mexican tilt, all with seasoned fries. The chipotle…
HAMBURGUESAS EMILIA
RestaurantsUroko
RestaurantsTiny, informal sushi house offering sashimi plates & temaki, plus sake, beer & wine.
Uroko
RestaurantsFonda San Miguel
RestaurantsFonda San Miguel has been cooking with passion since 1975, serving regional interior and coastal Mexican dishes in a colorful, art filled…
Fonda San Miguel
RestaurantsCarrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsChain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsKura Revolving Sushi Bar
RestaurantsAn array of sushi and other Japanese dishes rotates to diners' booths on a conveyor belt.
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar
RestaurantsSanto Patio
RestaurantsLively hangout offering classic Mexican dishes and cocktails, in a casual setting.
Santo Patio
RestaurantsSuprabhat
RestaurantsSuprabhat brings street-style energy to a pure vegetarian lineup of chaats, thalis, Indo-Chinese, fragrant curries, and biryanis. Perfect…
Suprabhat
RestaurantsRamen512
RestaurantsRamen512 is serving scratch-made bowls that hit like a warm Texas hug, with house noodles, deep broths, and tare built to flex flavor. Go…
Ramen512
RestaurantsInterstellar BBQ
RestaurantsWhether you're in the mood for perfectly smoked brisket, peppery pork ribs, or house-made sausage, Interstellar BBQ nails Modern Texas…
Interstellar BBQ
RestaurantsChick-fil-A
RestaurantsFast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.
Chick-fil-A
Restaurants四姐 Special Noodle
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四姐 Special Noodle
RestaurantsFogonero Venezuelan
RestaurantsFogonero Venezuelan slings stuffed arepas, crispy empanadas, and bright ceviche in a hip, industrial-style spot with a breezy patio, and…
Fogonero Venezuelan
RestaurantsWaffle House
RestaurantsSimple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.
Waffle House
RestaurantsMama Bro's is serving Pflugerville with authentic Indian comfort that ranges from masala dosa and beetroot kofta to rich mutton ghee roast…
Mama Betty's Tex-Mex - Parmer ln
RestaurantsCraving that Tex-Mex sizzle without the fuss? Mama Betty's Tex-Mex brings the heat with famous fajitas, a cold MamaRita, and plates like…
Mama Betty's Tex-Mex - Parmer ln
RestaurantsCasa Garcia's - Pflugerville
RestaurantsCasa Garcia's - Pflugerville nails the local Tex-Mex comfort thing, with all-day breakfast that actually hits and lunch specials when you…
Casa Garcia's - Pflugerville
RestaurantsRED LOTUS ASIAN GRILLE ROUND ROCK
RestaurantsRed Lotus Asian Grille Round Rock nails cozy pho tai and keeps things interesting with Mongolian, General Tso’s, glazed sesame, and wok…
RED LOTUS ASIAN GRILLE ROUND ROCK
RestaurantsThe Spice Garden
RestaurantsWhether you're in a dumpling mood or chasing that Indo-Chinese kick, The Spice Garden nails it with Chinese Bhel, Chilli Garlic Noodles,…
The Spice Garden
Restaurantsla Barbecue
RestaurantsLa Barbecue is Austin’s go-to for Texas-style smoked brisket, pit-kissed meats and classic sides that taste like someone actually cares.…
la Barbecue
RestaurantsOdd Duck
RestaurantsOdd Duck keeps Austin taste buds on their toes with Texas-grown ingredients spun into playful combos like okra fritters with peach, a pork…
Odd Duck
RestaurantsPool Burger
RestaurantsPool Burger nails the basics, grilling hormone and antibiotic free burgers that hit like a summer Friday. Pair it with a tiki drink, then…
Pool Burger
RestaurantsARTIPASTA Italian Food (Austin Highland)
RestaurantsInformal, pasta-focused restaurant serving homemade options and traditional sauces.
ARTIPASTA Italian Food (Austin Highland)
RestaurantsTerry Black's Barbecue
RestaurantsSpacious, casual stop for pit-smoked meats & housemade sides from famous 4th-generation pitmasters.
Terry Black's Barbecue
RestaurantsMile High Mo's Austin - First Class Food
RestaurantsWhether the week calls for an authentic Philly cheesesteak, a juicy smash burger, or loaded poutine swimming in house-made sauces, Mile…
Mile High Mo's Austin - First Class Food
RestaurantsSoto
RestaurantsSoto brings seasonal, super fresh sushi with creative spins alongside a deep sake and Japanese whiskey list. Executive Sushi Chef Andy…
Soto
RestaurantsMachi Sushi All You Can Eat (Austin)
RestaurantsWhen the craving hits, Machi Sushi All You Can Eat (Austin) delivers that rare combo of traditional bites and inventive rolls, all crafted…
Machi Sushi All You Can Eat (Austin)
RestaurantsGus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
RestaurantsLong-running chain serving spicy fried chicken & comfort sides in a low-key setting.
Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken
RestaurantsUchi Austin
RestaurantsSushi plus creative hot & cold dishes from chef Tyson Cole in a stylish, sophisticated setting.
Uchi Austin
RestaurantsBlack's Barbecue Austin
RestaurantsFrom Lockhart pioneers to Austin staple, Black's Barbecue Austin serves post-oak, low and slow barbecue perfected by five generations of…
Black's Barbecue Austin
RestaurantsUchiko Austin
RestaurantsUchiko Austin is Uchi’s smoky, adventurous sibling, bringing James Beard Award winner Tyson Cole’s nontraditional Japanese vibes to plates…
Uchiko Austin
RestaurantsCorner Restaurant
RestaurantsModern restaurant & bar in the JW Marriott Hotel featuring Texan menus, cocktails & a clubby vibe.
Corner Restaurant
RestaurantsRed Ash
RestaurantsRed Ash is your move when you want handmade pastas, pristine seafood, and locally sourced prime meats kissed by a custom wood-burning…
Red Ash
RestaurantsUmi Hot Pot Sushi & Seafood Buffet
RestaurantsUmi Hot Pot Sushi & Seafood Buffet piles on premium seafood, sushi, sizzling grill bites, and tableside hot pot, all unlimited. They fly in…
Umi Hot Pot Sushi & Seafood Buffet
RestaurantsDean's Italian Steakhouse
RestaurantsDean's Italian Steakhouse brings a classic American steakhouse with Italian expression to the table, pairing USDA Prime 35-day dry-aged…
Dean's Italian Steakhouse
RestaurantsThe Backspace
RestaurantsThe Backspace is Austin’s first Neapolitan pizzeria, turning out wood-fired pies since 2010 with Italian 00 flour and San Marzano tomatoes.…
The Backspace
RestaurantsCasino El Camino
RestaurantsCasino El Camino is the kind of no-frills bar and grill where the burgers arrive comically huge and gloriously messy. Grab a patio seat,…
Casino El Camino
RestaurantsHome Slice Pizza
RestaurantsWhen only a thin, foldable slice will do, Home Slice Pizza is the South Congress standby serving legit thin-crust pies and generous slices…
Home Slice Pizza
RestaurantsHoover's Cooking
RestaurantsHoover's Cooking keeps it classic with chicken-fried steak, ribs, and sides, plus Southern, Tex-Mex, Cajun, and BBQ influences built on…
Hoover's Cooking
RestaurantsPho Van
RestaurantsWhen that steamy-noodle craving hits between errands, Pho Van delivers with fragrant pho, crisp-and-chewy banh mi, and other Vietnamese…
Pho Van
RestaurantsBep Saigon Asian Restaurant
RestaurantsFamily-run and refreshingly unfussy, Bep Saigon Asian Restaurant turns out legit Vietnamese comfort food alongside a few Chinese staples.…
Bep Saigon Asian Restaurant
RestaurantsWEIRD FOOD Famous Chicken Over Rice & Halal Street Eats Mediterranean • Indian • Pakistani
RestaurantsCasual outfit slinging Mediterranean plates such as chicken shawarma and falafel.
WEIRD FOOD Famous Chicken Over Rice & Halal Street Eats Mediterranean • Indian • Pakistani
RestaurantsDai Due
RestaurantsFarm-to-table fare from locally sourced ingredients served in a rustic space with a butcher shop.
Dai Due
RestaurantsHillside Farmacy
RestaurantsHillside Farmacy is a family-owned New American bistro in a historic landmark, serving seasonal plates from Texas producers like Rosewood…
Hillside Farmacy
RestaurantsBuddy's Burger
RestaurantsBuddy's Burger does the simple stuff right with handformed 100% Angus chuck patties made to order, handspun shakes, and fries dusted with…
Buddy's Burger
RestaurantsSide Eye Pie @Meanwhile Brewery
RestaurantsSide Eye Pie @Meanwhile Brewery slings wood-fired pies that play with the rules, from Calabrian chili heat to hot honey, with hits like the…
Side Eye Pie @Meanwhile Brewery
Restaurants1618 Asian Fusion
RestaurantsFamily-owned 1618 Asian Fusion blends Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai comfort hits with a modern twist, plus handcrafted Asian-inspired…
1618 Asian Fusion
RestaurantsIntero Restaurant
RestaurantsSustainability focused farm-to-table Italian with pasta & artisanal chocolate on a rotational menu.
Intero Restaurant
RestaurantsCaroline
RestaurantsBreakfast, weekend brunch, lunch, and dinner in modern surroundings with cocktails, craft beer, and wine.
Caroline
RestaurantsLaunderette
RestaurantsGourmet New American fare served in a polished cafe space in a converted gas station/Laundromat.
Launderette
RestaurantsJacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile
RestaurantsSouthern classics elevated by farm-fresh ingredients in a rustic space with a lush garden & a shop.
Jacoby's Restaurant & Mercantile
RestaurantsEmmer & Rye
RestaurantsWarehouse-chic restaurant offering innovative farm-to-table fare, plus cocktails & wine.
Emmer & Rye
RestaurantsSwift's Attic
RestaurantsStylish, retro-chic hot spot in historic space for inventive small plates, craft beer & cocktails.
Swift's Attic
RestaurantsKyoka Sushi Bar & Grill
RestaurantsKyoka Sushi Bar & Grill keeps it simple, fresh, and seriously tasty with delicate rolls, pristine sashimi, and classic nigiri made with…
Kyoka Sushi Bar & Grill
RestaurantsBurger Bar Congress
RestaurantsWalk-up window at the JW Marriott Hotel offers a modern counter for burgers, fries & shakes.
Burger Bar Congress
RestaurantsTwin Peaks
RestaurantsSports-bar chain where scantily clad waitresses serve American comfort food in lodgelike surrounds.
Twin Peaks
RestaurantsFig Italian Kitchen & Bar
RestaurantsFig Italian Kitchen & Bar is serving fine Italian with a European twist, an ever-evolving menu built on fresh, locally sourced ingredients…
Fig Italian Kitchen & Bar
RestaurantsPho Please
RestaurantsPho Please keeps it simple and clean with fresh ingredients and zero shortcuts, serving comforting pho, flavorful banh mis, versatile…
Pho Please
RestaurantsPhoWok
RestaurantsColorful eatery serving a variety of Vietnamese standards including pho, plus Chinese noodle bowls and stir-fries. Friendly service in a…
PhoWok
Restaurants24 Diner
RestaurantsDiner offering wines & big helpings of farm-to-table comfort food at all hours of the day or night.
24 Diner
RestaurantsSouthpark Meadows
RestaurantsSprawling shopping center with ample clothing, houseware & big-box stores, plus eateries & a cinema.
Southpark Meadows
RestaurantsFranklin Barbecue
RestaurantsLong lines form early for brisket, pulled pork & other smoked meats at this bustling spot.
Franklin Barbecue
RestaurantsJosephine House
RestaurantsIn a little blue cottage, Josephine House nails that stylish-but-casual vibe with seasonal New American plates, a cozy dining room, and a…
Josephine House
RestaurantsHestia
RestaurantsIndustrial-style restaurant offering creative wood-fired dishes, plus tasting menus & wine pairings.
Hestia
RestaurantsSip Pho
RestaurantsAiry eatery on a university campus, serving traditional Vietnamese food including banh mi & soups.
Sip Pho
RestaurantsP. Terry's Burger Stand
RestaurantsCraving a throwback burger that actually respects ingredients? P. Terry's Burger Stand keeps it Austin Original since 2005, with a simple,…
P. Terry's Burger Stand
RestaurantsFresh Bowl
RestaurantsFresh Bowl makes fresh pho noodles and banh mi daily, so the slurp factor is strong. Go classic with Combination Phở in house beef bone…
Fresh Bowl
RestaurantsHopdoddy Burger Bar
RestaurantsHip, eco-minded burger joint with all-natural meats, housemade buns, shakes & interesting beers.
Hopdoddy Burger Bar
RestaurantsSandy's Hamburgers
RestaurantsSince 1946, Sandy's Hamburgers has been the go-to for no-frills burgers and cool treats that hit exactly right. Roll through the…
Sandy's Hamburgers
RestaurantsBrotherton's Black Iron Barbecue
RestaurantsBrotherton's Black Iron Barbecue still flies under the radar in Pflugerville yet turns out expertly crafted Texas barbecue that nails the…
Brotherton's Black Iron Barbecue
RestaurantsPizza Twist
RestaurantsPizza joint noted for Indian crusts and toppings, along with wings and pasta.
Pizza Twist
RestaurantsTop Notch Hamburgers
RestaurantsSince 1971, Top Notch Hamburgers has been the Austin go-to for classic burgers and onion rings served in a vintage setting with curbside…
Top Notch Hamburgers
RestaurantsBarley Swine
RestaurantsWhen you want a night that feels special but not stuffy, Barley Swine does a playful, multi-course seasonal tasting built around local…
Barley Swine
RestaurantsJuliet Italian Kitchen- Barton Springs
RestaurantsModern & classic Italian fare & drinks in a spacious, multiroom setting with luxe flourishes.
Juliet Italian Kitchen- Barton Springs
RestaurantsDirty Martin's Place
RestaurantsAn Austin mainstay since 1926 with burgers, beer & American chow served in an old-school space.
Dirty Martin's Place
RestaurantsIl Brutto
RestaurantsClassic Italian pasta dishes, wood-fired pizza & heartier entrees along with wine, cocktails & beer.
Il Brutto
RestaurantsDong Nai
RestaurantsWhen the craving hits, Dong Nai delivers Vietnamese and Chinese comfort in a simple, modern space, from deeply savory pho to bun and…
Dong Nai
RestaurantsGeraldine's
RestaurantsAmerican restaurant and bar for Texas-style menu with well-curated cocktails and live music acts.
Geraldine's
RestaurantsPho With Us
RestaurantsRelaxed strip-mall establishment serving tried-&-true Vietnamese staples such as pho & noodles.
Pho With Us
RestaurantsKomé: Sushi Kitchen
RestaurantsFamily-run Komé: Sushi Kitchen grew from a 2006 farmers' market bento stand into a spot where shokudo-style lunch comfort, izakaya small…
Komé: Sushi Kitchen
RestaurantsSawyer & Co
RestaurantsCraving a laid back brunch that actually delivers, Sawyer & Co keeps it neighborly with Southern comfort and New Orleans flair… think…
Sawyer & Co
RestaurantsWiseGuys A Chicago Eatery-Round Rock
RestaurantsWhen the Italian beef urge hits, WiseGuys A Chicago Eatery-Round Rock answers with legit Chicago dogs, juicy Italian beef, cheesesteaks,…
WiseGuys A Chicago Eatery-Round Rock
RestaurantsLa Volta Pizza Club
RestaurantsLa Volta Pizza Club is the kind of Texas-baked pie spot you hit when the group chat wants slices, pastas, and a spritz all at once. Crisp…
La Volta Pizza Club
RestaurantsFeral Pizza
RestaurantsFeral Pizza turns out Northeast-inspired pies with a longer bake for that darker, crackly edge, built on a 10+ year sourdough starter cold…
Feral Pizza
RestaurantsHawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsCasual eatery serving plate lunches, like Hawaiian pulled pork, chicken, spam musubi and rice.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsWink Restaurant & Wine Bar
RestaurantsBeloved Austin restaurant delivering locally driven cuisine and a chef's tasting menu.
Wink Restaurant & Wine Bar
RestaurantsPluckers Wing Bar
RestaurantsSports bar & grill offering wings, burgers & more, plus trivia nights.
Pluckers Wing Bar
RestaurantsMicklethwait Barbecue
RestaurantsTrailer with outdoor picnic tables serving up BBQ meats, including combo plates & sandwiches.
Micklethwait Barbecue
RestaurantsTumble 22 - Texas Chicken Joint
RestaurantsLight-filled gathering place featuring Nashville-style hot chicken, happy-hour specials & burgers.
Tumble 22 - Texas Chicken Joint
RestaurantsSushi NiNi
RestaurantsWhen you want sushi that tastes like someone actually cares, Sushi NiNi delivers with pristine bluefin nigiri, Bakkafrost salmon rolls, and…
Sushi NiNi
RestaurantsLocal Foods -- 2nd Street District
RestaurantsLocal Foods -- 2nd Street District keeps downtown days easy with crisp seasonal salads, the Crunchy Chicken Sandwich, and a walk-up window…
Local Foods -- 2nd Street District
RestaurantsEberly
RestaurantsVast setting for chic American dining & lounging areas, plus a study, rooftop bar & Cedar Tavern.
Eberly
RestaurantsFogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
RestaurantsUpscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.
Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse
RestaurantsSalty Sow
RestaurantsSalty Sow is your excuse to linger over braised, poached, and stewed goodness from Chef Harold Marmulstein, where Southern tradition meets…
Salty Sow
RestaurantsPaperboy East
RestaurantsBreakfast, brunch, and cocktails served in a warm, hip restaurant with a patio.
Paperboy East
RestaurantsPhở Phong Lưu
RestaurantsPhở Phong Lưu keeps it simple and stellar with broth simmered for hours, no MSG, and fresh ingredients that make their traditional phở feel…
Phở Phong Lưu
RestaurantsIron Works Barbecue
RestaurantsBarbecued meats, including signature beef ribs, & specialty sauces in a historic former iron shop.
Iron Works Barbecue
RestaurantsAcre 41
RestaurantsClubby New American restaurant specializing in burgers & steaks, plus happy hours & weekend brunch.
Acre 41
RestaurantsMiso Restaurant
RestaurantsWhen a low-key night calls, Miso Restaurant hits the spot with a legit sushi bar and a lineup of Korean and Japanese standards that feel…
Miso Restaurant
RestaurantsThe Tavern
RestaurantsGerman-influenced sports bar boasting 50 high-def TVs, a rotating beer menu & an upstairs patio.
The Tavern
RestaurantsAnother Broken Egg Cafe
RestaurantsCasual chain featuring egg dishes & other breakfast items, plus brunch sandwiches.
Another Broken Egg Cafe
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