More of Austin's Standout Tables
A deeper pass through the restaurants keeping Austin in the national dining conversation, from buzzy newcomers to long-game institutions.
Phil's Ice House
Austin, Texas
Kid-friendly gourmet burger joint with hand-cut onion rings.
Punch Bowl Social
Austin, Texas
Lofty venue for bowling, karaoke, Ping-Pong & other games, with a bar for cocktails & comfort foods.
Kitsu Nori
Austin, Texas
This hip food truck behind The Grackle (one of a local trio) serves Asian-fusion bites until late.
Flores Mexican Restaurant
Austin, Texas
Unassuming locale serving a typical menu of Mexican & Tex-Mex fare, plus breakfast on weekends.
Javi's Best Of Tex Mex
Austin, Texas
Quesadillas, enchiladas & house margaritas in a simple, modern setting with an upbeat vibe.
Denny's
Austin, Texas
Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.
Foxhole Culinary Tavern
Austin, Texas
Fine dining in a modern tavern with a patio & a menu of steaks, chops, wild game & cocktails.
Me Con Bistro
Austin, Texas
Casual, family-owned place in a strip mall with made-to-order pho & other Vietnamese & Chinese eats.
Brown's BBQ
Austin, Texas
This barbecue trailer parked next to Corner Bar dishes up brisket, chicken & comfort-food sides.
Waterloo Ice House Southpark Meadows
Austin, Texas
Salads, baked potatoes, burgers & beer plus a kids' menu dished up in a high-energy, casual setting.
Chuy's
Austin, Texas
Chain serving "big as yo' face" burritos & other Tex-Mex dishes in kitschy, eclectic settings.
El Faro Mexican and Salvadorian
Austin, Texas
Hearty offerings & breakfast in small, colorful surroundings with a laid-back vibe.
Niki's Pizza Italian & Greek cuisine
Austin, Texas
Compact Italian option serving up New York-style pies, baked pasta & subs in basic environs.
Halal Bros
Austin, Texas
Middle Eastern fare, from kebabs to stuffed pitas, in a bright cafe with seats & a take-out counter.
Freebirds World Burrito
Austin, Texas
Counter-serve, build-your-own-burrito chain with a natural-foods focus, also serving tacos & salads.
Güero's Taco Bar
Austin, Texas
A large menu, salsa bar & hand-shaken margaritas in a landmark building with a patio.
Kura Revolving Sushi Bar
Austin, Texas
An array of sushi and other Japanese dishes rotates to diners' booths on a conveyor belt.
IHOP
Austin, Texas
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Fuddruckers
Austin, Texas
Family-friendly chain for burgers on housemade sesame seed buns, plus salads & shakes.
Pollo Regio
Austin, Texas
Fast-food chain turning out charcoal-grilled chicken along with Mexican staples.
Ñoños Tacos
Austin, Texas
Small, low-key eatery offering an array of Mexican staples such as tacos & burritos plus a patio.
Fire Bowl Cafe
Austin, Texas
Pan-Asian counter-serve chain featuring a menu of classic & build-your-own stir-fry dishes.
Luby's
Austin, Texas
Family-friendly, cafeteria-style chain offering Texas-inspired entrees, sides & desserts.
Tare
Austin, Texas
Service options: Dine-in. Popular for: Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Yummi Tacos
Austin, Texas
No-frills outpost for tacos, burgers & other casual eats with Mexican, Korean & Vietnamese flavors.