Austin Restaurants

Austin's food scene is something to behold. This is the city where international flavours, Mexican influences and lots of juicy meats collide. Discover your inner cowboy and chow down on some seriously good traditional Austin food.

There's a bit of something for everyone here, whether you're getting dressed up for a fine dining experience or just want a cheap and cheerful meal. With the Mexican border a hop, skip and a jump away, it's not surprising that traditional Mexican flavours play a big part in the food scene.

Food trucks are a real highlight, and you'll find them everywhere. With mouth-wateringly creative offerings, you can grab a quick and easy meal at any time of the day. Cheap eats in Austin are a budget travellers' dream, with no skimping on quality or choice. At the other end of the dining spectrum, the swanky restaurants are a true culinary treat too.

Budget Dining

  • Tuck into a Vietnamese sandwich, known as a banh mi, at the Saigon Le Vendeur food truck. You'll very quickly become a regular customer.
  • Hyde Park's Quality Seafood Market is teeming with all things fishy, and you can enjoy a super-fresh seafood meal at the restaurant tucked inside the market.
  • If you're craving some authentic Thai flavours, follow your nose to Dee Dee's Food Truck which dishes up delights like pad kaprow (spicy stir-fried pork).

Casual Dining

  • Join the dedicated patrons of Franklin Barbecue as they patiently wait in line for some of Austin's juiciest, stickiest brisket and ribs.
  • South American flavours are on the menu at the vibrant Buenos Aires Cafe. Be sure to try their famous empanadas.
  • Locally sourced ingredients are lovingly crafted into a menu of comfort foods at Eastside Cafe. Think buttermilk pie and enchiladas and you get the idea.

Upscale Dining

  • Upmarket Fonda San Miguel exudes all things Mexican, from the swanky and vibrant decor, to the artfully crafted margaritas, to the tantalizing menu.
  • Fine dining is a true art form, and nowhere in Austin knows this better than Otoko. Your sumptuous meal will be cooked with flair in front of your eyes at this Japanese restaurant.
  • At Uchi, beautifully elegant sushi is the star of the show in this minimalist yet romantic dining house.

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