Austin Food Recommendations

Epic bites, endless delight. These are the Austin spots we actually recommend to friends, sourced from the same eating and filming we do every week for our 250,000+ followers. Filter by cuisine, meal, or price to find your next spot.

Cuisine

Meal

Price

Frozen Rolls

Dessert

Price: $Rating: 4.7/5 stars

This Thai Ice Cream place is absolutely fantastic. Everything is made to order with three simple ingredients: Milk. Sugar. Cream.

Bird Bird Biscuit

American

Price: $Rating: 4.8/5 stars

Bird Bird is a great spot for a breakfast sandwich.

Franklin's BBQ

BBQ

Price: $$Rating: 4.8/5 stars

Franklin's BBQ is one of the most iconic spots in all of Austin. If you are not in line by 7:00am, you will not be served. The brisket is an absolute must but you can't go wrong with any of their meats.

Via 313

Pizza

Price: $$Rating: 4.7/5 stars

Via 313 brings Detroit-style pizza to Austin and does it incredibly well. The thick, crispy-edged, cheesy squares are a must-try.

Red Ash

Italian

Price: $$$Rating: 4.8/5 stars

Red Ash is an upscale Italian restaurant in downtown Austin serving wood-fired dishes and handmade pasta.

Comedor

Mexican

Price: $$$Rating: 4.7/5 stars

Comedor offers elevated Mexican cuisine in a stunning modern setting in downtown Austin.

Pueblo Viejo

Mexican

Price: $Rating: 4.8/5 stars

Pueblo Viejo is a beloved Austin food truck serving authentic Mexican breakfast tacos and more.

Ramen Tatsu-ya

Asian

Price: $$Rating: 4.9/5 stars

Ramen Tatsu-ya is one of the best ramen spots in all of Texas with rich, flavorful broths and perfect noodles.

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