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Austin’s Finest Bars: Where to Drink in Bat City
The bar scene in Austin has come a long way, expanding from the establishments catering to lines of college students on East 6th Street. From award-winning, sultry lounges serving world-class libations to family-owned, dog-friendly neighborhood pubs, this vibrant city on the Colorado River champions diversity.
Discover the Top Women-Led Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada
There’s no better way to celebrate International Women’s Day than by paying a visit to one of these great restaurants — all helmed by women as chefs, managers, or owners. From running kitchens to managing multiple venues, these exceptional women are leaving their mark on the hospitality industry.
20 Restaurants That Make Austin Dining Great
Ask an Austin resident what they love about their city, and they’ll probably mention the laid-back vibe, friendly people, music, and warm weather. And pretty soon they’ll shift the focus to food. Whether arguing over who slings the best breakfast tacos in the city, where to go for the most delicious barbecue, or which food truck is the greatest of them all, Austinites are seriously invested in their culinary scene. That’s because Austin’s got it all: old-guard institutions that have been around forever, cutting-edge chef-driven fine dining, some of the country’s most beloved Tex Mex, biscuits that win James Beard Awards, a family-run ranch-to-table restaurant that sources from the home ranch, and more. It’s undeniable that the Texan capital’s gastronomy is cause for celebration. So honor it by visiting the city’s greatest restaurants in a city teeming with them. These are the restaurants that make Austin dining great.
Hard to Get Reservations in Austin
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Favorite Local Restaurants in Austin
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The Top Restaurants by Cuisine in Austin
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Austin’s 11 Best Outdoor Dining Spots
With year-round sunshine and residents who love to soak it all in, outdoor dining is a favorite Austin pastime. Fortunately, the city’s restaurants offer plenty of shade, fans, and cool drinks to keep diners comfortable on a plethora of patios to suit any budget or craving. Whether you prefer your fresh air with a side of chips and queso or patatas bravas, here are some of Austin’s best patios for outdoor dining.
9 of Austin’s outstanding spots for celebrating special occasions
Austin loves a party. Whether you’re marking a birthday, professional achievement, a victory in your fantasy league, or even your pup’s adoptaversary, Bat City offers a special setting for every toast. There’s a swanky new steakhouse downtown, complete with caviar service. Other restaurants are celebration-worthy for their transportive powers: an hacienda-style retreat in North Loop serves regional Mexican fare or an Ethiopian place in North Central offers the ultimate family-style experience. Special occasions are as varied as the people who honor them in Austin. So book a table at one of these 9 hotspots to celebrate now.
4 Must-Try Restaurants in Austin Right Now
Austin’s dining scene is unstoppable, growing by leaps and bounds, defined by the spirit of constant renewal. Bat City’s latest batch of restaurants mirrors its fast-growing population, including a hotel chophouse by a James Beard Award nominee and a swanky, Italian-accented steakhouse. A couple of Mexican spots that offer lesser-seen regional fare, inspired by the chefs’ travels to Oaxaca and beyond, plus a casual Hill Country smokehouse from a successful Houston transplant round out the selection. Prepare to be impressed by these four promising newcomers, reflecting the best of Austin right now.
Austin’s 10 Best Burgers
The Austin culinary scene centers high-quality beef: From steakhouses to tacos to barbecue, there is no shortage of places to get the best beef. That extends to burgers, too — from a family-run spot that sources the beef on its burgers from its own ranch to burger patties made from wagyu, the restaurants in Austin let burger lovers get their fix every night of the week. Here are ten of the best burgers in the city.
8 Gameday Tables to Book in Austin This Fall
Everything, including football season, is decidedly bigger in Texas. In Austin, gameday fever takes on epic heights thanks to the University of Texas, set in the city’s buzzy downtown. When UT’s beloved Longhorns kick off their season on September 3, many fans will ditch their couches for TV screens at an array of lively bars and restaurants, which include everything from an airy downtown rooftop to a historic German-influenced dive. Though many spots serve up that faithful beer and wings combo, others pair brews and specialty cocktails with Irish pub grub, spicy Southwestern snacks, and New York-style pizza to fuel the fun. Here is OpenTable’s guide to Austin’s 8 best spots for watching football this fall—so book'em (horns).
Women-Owned and -Operated Restaurants to Support in Austin
Celebrate the diversity of the restaurant industry! These Woman-owned and -operated restaurants are proud to share their identity — explore spots to support near you.
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Discover Texas Hill Country
Just west of San Antonio, Texas Hill Country features ethnic and casual eateries, both of which can be quite elegant. Check out sophisticated restaurants adjoining area resorts that serve classic American, traditional Southwestern, and farm-to-fork entrees. If you're into sustainability, Texas Hill Country restaurants are happy to oblige with plenty of seasonal, locally sourced menu options. Besides chowing down on Tex-Mex favorites and sipping margaritas in a relaxed eatery, you can also partake of familiar American dishes in a popular karaoke bar. If you've worked up a good appetite playing golf or hiking in area parks, be sure to fill up with some Texas barbecue. If you're looking for something on the ethnic side, try out the bento boxes and small plates at a local Japanese eatery.
