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The Tastes that Make the City: Austin
Hula Hut is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

1. Hula Hut

8.2
3825 Lake Austin Blvd, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · West Austin · 199 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The deep-fried stuffed avocado is the best avocado in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Kung Fu Saloon is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

2. Kung Fu Saloon

510 Rio Grande St (at 6th St.), Austin, TX
Bar · Downtown Austin · 132 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The skee ball is the best bar game in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

John Mueller Meat Company is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

3. John Mueller Meat Company

2500 E 6th St (Pedernales Street), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · 58 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The beef ribs is the best barbecue in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

La Barbecue Cuisine Texicana is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

4. La Barbecue Cuisine Texicana

1906 E Cesar Chavez St (Chicon), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · Central East Austin · 151 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The brisket is the best beef in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Takoba is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

5. Takoba

7.7
1411 E 7th St (Onion St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Central East Austin · 154 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Dos XX michelada is the best beer cocktail in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Rio Rita is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

6. Rio Rita

1308 E 6th St (at Navasota St), Austin, TX
Bar · 104 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The house bloody mary is the best bloody mary in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Burger Tex is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

7. Burger Tex

5420 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX
Burger Joint · North Loop · 24 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Bulgogi burger is the best burger in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Kerbey Lane Café is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

8. Kerbey Lane Café

9.0
3704 Kerbey Ln, Austin, TX
Café · Rosedale · 143 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Kerby queso is the best cheese in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Spider House Patio Bar & Cafe is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

9. Spider House Patio Bar & Cafe

2908 Fruth St (at W 29th St), Austin, TX
Bar · North University · 186 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The frito pie is the best nachos in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Jo's Coffee is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

10. Jo's Coffee

8.9
1300 S Congress Ave (James St. W.), Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · Bouldin Creek · 197 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The iced Turbo is the best coffee in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Fresa's Chicken al Carbon is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

11. Fresa's Chicken al Carbon

8.5
915 N Lamar Blvd (at W 10th St), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 50 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The street corn is the best corn in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

12. Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden

9.1
79 & 81 Rainey St (btwn Davis & River St.), Austin, TX
Beer Garden · Downtown Austin · 256 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Austin Beerworks flight has the best craft beer in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Matt's El Rancho is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

13. Matt's El Rancho

8.5
2613 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Tex-Mex Restaurant · South Lamar · 146 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Bob Armstrong dip is the best dip in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Gourdough's is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

14. Gourdough's

8.8
1503 S 1st St (at Monroe), Austin, TX
Donut Shop · Bouldin Creek · 219 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The flying pig is the best donut in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Uchiko Austin is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

15. Uchiko Austin

9.4
4200 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Japanese Restaurant · Rosedale · 181 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The jar jar duck is the best duck in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

South Congress Cafe is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

16. South Congress Cafe

1600 S Congress Ave (at E Monroe St.), Austin, TX
Café · Bouldin Creek · 180 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The steak and migas eggs benedict are the best eggs in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Enchiladas y Mas is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

17. Enchiladas y Mas

8.3
1911 W Anderson Ln (Hardy Dr.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Crestview · 48 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The fajita for 2 is the best fajita in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Salty Sow is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

18. Salty Sow

9.0
1917 Manor Rd, Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Upper Boggy Creek · 150 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The duck fat fries are the best french fries in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

La Condesa is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

19. La Condesa

8.4
400 W 2nd St (Guadalupe St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 264 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The barside cocktails is the best happy hour in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Amy's Ice Creams is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

20. Amy's Ice Creams

8.9
1301 S Congress Ave (at The Cir), Austin, TX
Ice Cream Parlor · 93 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Mexican vanilla with hot fudge is the best ice cream in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

The Continental Club is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

21. The Continental Club

8.9
1315 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Rock Club · 70 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Sunday night live show is the best live music in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

22. Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill

9.0
303 Red River St (at E 3rd St), Austin, TX
American Restaurant · Downtown Austin · 374 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The green chili mac & cheese is the best mac & cheese in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Curra's Grill is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

23. Curra's Grill

8.0
614 E Oltorf St, Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · 174 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The avocado margarita is the best margarita in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Trudy's Texas Star is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

24. Trudy's Texas Star

409 W 30th St (Guadalupe St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · North University · 145 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Mexican martini is the best martini in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Lady Bird Lake Trail (West) is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

25. Lady Bird Lake Trail (West)

9.5
Lady Bird Lake (Western Bank), Austin, TX
Hiking Trail · Barton Hills · 100 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The 10-mile running trail is the best nature trail in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Torchy's Tacos is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

26. Torchy's Tacos

8.8
3005 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · South Lamar · 100 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The ace of spades is the best off-menu item in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Hotel San Jose is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

27. Hotel San Jose

9.2
1316 S Congress Ave (James St.), Austin, TX
Hotel · Bouldin Creek · 92 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The patio is the best outdoor seating in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Clark's Oyster Bar is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

28. Clark's Oyster Bar

9.3
1200 W 6th St (Blanco), Austin, TX
Seafood Restaurant · Old West Austin · 71 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The oven-roasted gulf oysters are the best oysters in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Upper Crust Bakery is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

29. Upper Crust Bakery

8.9
4508 Burnet Rd (45th), Austin, TX
Bakery · Allandale · 55 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The cinammon roll is the best pastry in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Elaine's Pork & Pie is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

30. Elaine's Pork & Pie

2113 Manor Rd, Austin, TX
Café · Upper Boggy Creek · 19 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The bourbon buttermilk pie is the best pie in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Home Slice Pizza is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

31. Home Slice Pizza

9.4
1415 S Congress Ave (Gibson St. E), Austin, TX
Pizzeria · 333 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The white pie is the best pizza in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

32. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

8.9
114 W 7th St (at Colorado St), Austin, TX
Steakhouse · Downtown Austin · 113 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The pork chop is the best pork in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Ramen Tatsu-ya is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

33. Ramen Tatsu-ya

8.9
8557 Research Blvd, #126 (at Fairfield Dr), Austin, TX
Ramen Restaurant · North Austin · 192 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The tonkotsu ramen is the best ramen in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Fricano's Deli & Catering is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

34. Fricano's Deli & Catering

2405 Nueces St (24th Street), Austin, TX
Sandwich Spot · West University · 45 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The spicy reuben is the best sandwich in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Icenhauer's is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

35. Icenhauer's

7.9
83 Rainey St (btwn Davis & Driskill St), Austin, TX
Bar · Downtown Austin · 101 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The mason jar sangria is the best sangria in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

36. Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q

9.3
7709 N FM 620 Rd (at Zimmerman Ln), Austin, TX
BBQ Joint · 47 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The jalapeño sausage is the best sausage in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Covert Park at Mt. Bonnell is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

37. Covert Park at Mt. Bonnell

9.3
3800 Mount Bonnell Rd, Austin, TX
Park · 88 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The Covert Park has the best scenic view in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

38. Perla's Seafood and Oyster Bar

8.8
1400 S Congress Ave Ste B100, Austin, TX
Seafood Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 173 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The grilled octopus is the best seafood in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

The Peached Tortilla is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

39. The Peached Tortilla

8.5
5520 Burnet Rd (5200 Burnet Rd), Austin, TX
Asian Restaurant · Allandale · 69 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The banh-mi slider is the best slider in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Casey's New Orleans Snowballs is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

40. Casey's New Orleans Snowballs

9.1
808 E 51st St (near Airport Blvd), Austin, TX
Dessert Shop · North Loop · 39 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The chocolate snowball is the best snow cone in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Austin Java is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

41. Austin Java

1206 Parkway (btwn 12th & Lamar), Austin, TX
Coffee Shop · Old West Austin · 85 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The peanut soup is the best soup in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

MAX's Wine Dive Austin is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

42. MAX's Wine Dive Austin

8.0
207 San Jacinto Blvd Ste 200 (btwn 2nd & 3rd St.), Austin, TX
Wine Bar · Downtown Austin · 140 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The famous southern fried chicken and waffles is the best southern food in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Pluckers Wing Bar is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

43. Pluckers Wing Bar

8.5
300 Mays Xing Ste 300 (at IH-35), Round Rock, TX
Wings Joint · 90 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The 25 Fire in the Hole chicken wings is the best spicy food in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Uchi Austin is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

44. Uchi Austin

9.0
801 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Japanese Restaurant · Zilker · 226 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The fois gras sushi is the best sushi in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Tacodeli is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

45. Tacodeli

9.1
1500B Spyglass Dr (at Barton Skyway), Austin, TX
Taco Restaurant · Bartons Bluff-Spyglass · 150 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The breakfast taco with doña sauce is the best taco in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

QUI Restaurant is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

46. QUI Restaurant

1600 E 6th St, Austin, TX
Asian Restaurant · 62 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The tasting menu is the best tasting menu in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Royal Blue Grocery is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

47. Royal Blue Grocery

8.9
609 Congress Ave (btw 6th St. & 7th St.), Austin, TX
Grocery Store · Downtown Austin · 89 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The hibiscus mint iced tea is the best tea in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Güero's Taco Bar is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

48. Güero's Taco Bar

7.9
1412 S Congress Ave (at Elizabeth St.), Austin, TX
Mexican Restaurant · Bouldin Creek · 245 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The enchiladas is the best tex-mex in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Mother's Cafe & Garden is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

49. Mother's Cafe & Garden

4215 Duval St, Austin, TX
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Hancock · 95 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The vegan ice cream is the best vegan food in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.

Apothecary Cafe & Wine Bar is one of The Tastes that Make the City: Austin.

50. Apothecary Cafe & Wine Bar

4800 Burnet Rd, Austin, TX
Wine Bar · Brentwood · 40 tips and reviews

The Tastes that Make the CityThe Tastes that Make the City: The weekend happy hour special has the best wine in Austin, which is why it’s on our list of The Tastes That Make the City: Austin. Read more.