Austin is well known for its love for food. It has gained a reputation as an alternative culture oasis in the middle of conservative Texas. They push the “Keep Austin Weird” motto, striving for uniqueness rather than homogenization.
Austin for Foodies is about all the food event and foodie happenings that you can find in Austin, Texas. The goal of the blog is to help one navigate to all the foodie events in the area. The blog is very well organized, with a categorized list of events so that you can find them easily.
Austin is a bustling, beautiful city that is well known for its food. It’s been described as the gateway to TexMex and BBQ, with the city being a hub for all things in between. This blog post is centered around food, so you can decide what you want to eat in Austin. If you love of smoked meats, liquified cheese, and fried foods you should visit Austin ASAP.
The city is moving beyond staples like barbeque and taco stands (though, to be sure, there’s plenty of excellent barbeque and tacos to be had in Austin) and incorporating locally-sourced meat and produce in edgy New American cooking – often prepared in a cramped food truck.
Austin will make your head spin with food choices. Here are a few of our favorite picks, ranging from high-end dining to low-brow food trucks to local staples and everything in between.
Food truck scene is thriving. It’s not uncommon to see clusters of trucks parked on busy streets or in parking lots – or even on the back patios of bars. Many food trucks cater to foodies with high-end offerings, but the food is always affordable.
Restaurants in Austin you should try:
DinHo – Chinese BBQ
Fonda San Miguel – Mexican food
Musashino Sushi Dokoro – Japanese
L’Oca d’Oro – Italian
Contigo – Minimalist beer garden
Buenos Aires Cafe – All about Argentina
Dee Dee food truck – Northern Thai street-food
Bufalina – Neapolitan pizza
The city’s defining dishes range from a mix of old and new. There’s the classic chicken fried steak, birskets, fries, tacos galore, burgers, pizzerias and much more.
Texas BBQ
If you’re looking for some delicious Texas BBQ then you should check out Salt Lick Barbecue. This place has some of the best smoked meat around and it’s definitely worth the trip out to Austin.
If you’re looking for a little bit of diversity in your BBQ restaurant choices, then you should definitely check out Franklin Barbecue. This place is known for its eclectic menu that includes everything from pulled pork to brisket to pork ribs.
If you’re looking for something a little healthier but just as delicious, then you should check out The Kitchen. This place is known for their vegetarian and vegan options and they definitely don’t skimp on the taste.
And finally, if you’re looking for some traditional Texas food then you should check out The Torchy’s Tacos. This place is known for their tacos and they definitely don’t disappoint.
Tex-Mex
Tex-Mex is a staple food in Austin, and there are so many great places to get it. Here are five of our favorites.
1. El Rio: This restaurant is known for its amazing Tex-Mex food. They have a variety of dishes to choose from, and their margaritas are unreal.
2. The General Muir: This is a great place to go for a casual Tex-Mex meal. They have a wide variety of dishes, and the service is always great.
3. Huey’s: This is a Tex-Mex restaurant that is always packed. They have a great atmosphere, and their food is simply amazing.
4. El Taco Loco: This restaurant is known for their amazing Tex-Mex food. They have a wide variety of dishes, and the service is always great.
5. Taqueria Los Gallos: This is a great place to go for a casual Tex-Mex meal. They have a wide variety of dishes, and the service is always great.
Breakfast
There are so many great Austin breakfast restaurants that it’s hard to just pick one! Here are five of our favorites:
1. Dove’s Diner – This little diner is always packed and the waitstaff is always so friendly. They have a great breakfast menu with everything from biscuits and gravy to omelets.
2. The Kitchen – This hipster-favorite is a great place to go for breakfast because they always have a great selection of breakfast sandwiches and salads.
3. Gloria’s – This is a classic Austin breakfast spot that has been around for many years. They have great omelets and pancakes and the service is always great.
4. The Daily Grind – This is a modern take on breakfast and it’s always so packed! They have a great variety of breakfast items on their menu and the coffee is always great.
5. Revival Cafe – This is a great place to go for breakfast if you’re looking for a quaint atmosphere. They have great coffee and breakfast sandwiches that are always delicious.
Writing this now makes my mouth water.
Hope you enjoyed this list. Please let me know some of your favorite food spots.
