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Casserole Queens [CLOSED]See Casserole Queens Video
(11 ratings)

Austin, TX 78756
(512) 200-3805
  • Chicken Pot Pie
    delivery only; served in individual, small & large sizes; looks good
5.0 out of 5
11 ratings
[CLOSED]; Throwdown: Bobby Flay won [recipe]; delivery only; "We deliver fresh-from-scratch meals straight to your door in heels, aprons, and the timeless tradition of mom's best recipes." (from its website)
Baton Creole [CLOSED] ($$)
(233 ratings)

5500 S Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 986-3834
  • Jambalaya Baton
    "a bowl of classic jambalaya, deep fried on a stick!" (from its website); andouille sausage, rice w/ vegetables, tomatoes, garlic & herbs, drizzled w/ house Remoulade sauce & topped w/ edible flowers
4.5 out of 5
233 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2013; food trailer serving street food inspired by Cajun classics & Southern staples
Boteco ($$)
(448 ratings)

1720 Barton Springs Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(347) 251-0671
www.botecoatx.com
  • Feijoada
    national dish of Brazil; black bean & porridge stew w/ pork, beef, prosciutto, sausage; served w/ side of rice & collards; looks good
  • Pao de Queijo Sandwich
    seasoned steak sandwich on house-made Brazilian cheese bread; looks good
4.5 out of 5
448 ratings
food truck serving Brazilian street food; Matthew McConaughey recommended (prepared birthday party meal for his wife)
Bribery Bakery [CLOSED] ($$)
(184 ratings)

2013 W Wells Branch Pkwy Map It!
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 531-9832
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Austin"
  • Pineapple Brown Butter Blondie
    topped w/ pineapple sauce, brown butter frosting & pineapple mix; "absolutely decadent" -Ali Khan
4.5 out of 5
184 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2015; bakery known for pastries & coffee
Churro Co ($)
(558 ratings)

1906 S 1st St Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 905-5267
churrocoaustin.com
  • The "Campfire" Churro
    tossed in graham cracker sugar, topped w/ Mexican chocolate sauce & whipped cream, served w/ torched marshmallows; looks good
4.5 out of 5
558 ratings
opened in 2014; food trailer specializing in classic churros w/ a variety of toppings
Franklin BarbecueSee Franklin Barbecue Video ($$)
(5949 ratings)

900 E 11th St Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 653-1187
franklinbarbecue.com
  • Beef Brisket
    smoked in post-oak wood for 15-16 hrs; looks good
  • BBQ
    Lee Anne gets the beef brisket, pulled pork, pork ribs, sausage links & smoked turkey breast; looks good
  • Tipsy Texan Sandwich
    chopped brisket, sliced links, cole slaw, pickles & onions; looks good
4.5 out of 5
5949 ratings
#2 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); est. 2009; Franklin was a protége at JMueller BBQ...now a heated rival; hailed Franklin BBQ as the best in America (Bon Appetit, 2010); long lines (even as early as 9am!)...usually sells out by 2pm
Keith's BBQ ($)
(85 ratings)

Austin, TX 78704
(512) 801-5663
keithsbbq.com
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Austin"
  • Brisket & Ribs
    marinated smoked meats served w/ potato salad, pickles & onions; looks good!
4.5 out of 5
85 ratings
est. 2013; family-owned & operated school bus food truck; check website to find day's location
la Barbecue ($$)
(2911 ratings)

2401 E Cesar Chavez Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 605-9696
labarbecue.com
  • Beef Brisket
    moist brisket; looks good; smoked/cooked in post-oak wood for 8 hrs; looks good
  • Beef Rib
    large rib
4.5 out of 5
2911 ratings
formerly JMueller BBQ at airing; one of Danielle's personal favorites; long lines (sells out quickly); live music on Saturdays & Sundays; had to shut down temporarily in 2006...sold smokers to competitor Aaron Franklin...now a heated competitor; long lines
Leroy and Lewis Barbecue ($$)
(308 ratings)

121 Pickle Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 945-9882
leroyandlewisbbq.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "On Wheels"
  • "Barbacado"
    half avocado, stuffed w/ smoked barbacoa & topped w/ diced white onion, jalapeño salsa, queso fresco & cilantro
4.5 out of 5
308 ratings
est. 2017; inventive barbecue food truck & catering service featuring locally sourced meats; "new school barbecue" (from its website)
Luke's Inside Out [CLOSED]See Luke's Inside Out Video ($$)
(356 ratings)

1109 S Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 589-8883
  • Korean Rabbit Sandwich
    pulled Bulgogi (Korean BBQ sauce) marinated rabbit, carmelized onions, tator tots, homemade kimchi, Szechuan chili paste & special sauce served between griddled French bread; "I love banh mi sandwiches...that's at least in the top five I've ever had"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • The Shrimp (Sandwich)
    grilled rosemary, chipotle shrimp formed into a patty & served w/ blue cheese, apple & honey on griddled sourdough
4.5 out of 5
356 ratings
[CLOSED]; in trailer next to Gibson Bar; cook was former caterer for 27 years (as of 2012)
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill ($$)
(5910 ratings)

303 Red River St Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 236-9599
moonshinegrill.com
  • Peach-Glazed Pork Chops
    sous vide cooked (slow-cook in vacuum bag under low-heat water), grilled; topped w/ peach chutney
  • Peanut Butter Mousse Pie
    w/ Oreo cookie crust
4.5 out of 5
5910 ratings
est. 2003; serving an innovative take on classic American comfort food in historic building (circa 1852) w/ 2 outdoor patios
More Home Slice Pizza ($)
(556 ratings)

1421 S Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 444-7437
www.homeslicepizza.com
As Seen On:
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Pizza Perfection"
  • Pepperoni Pizza
    thin crust; looks good
  • White Pizza
    extra virgin olive oil, garlic, ricotta, mozzarella, provolone & romano
4.5 out of 5
556 ratings
serving authentic NY-style pizza
Odd DuckSee Odd Duck Video ($$$)
(2219 ratings)

1201 S Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 433-6521
oddduckaustin.com
  • Pork Belly Slider
    pork belly brined overnight, spiced and let sit for 12 hours, then charred and grilled; prepared in mini buns w/ mayo, tomato, arugula and a speared pickle; looks good
  • Lamb Meatloaf Sandwich
    topped w/ homemade potato salad, chile mayo, greens & potato chips in the sandwich; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2219 ratings
est. 2009; started in a trailer; formerly Odd Duck Farm To Trailer (at airing)...moved from 1219 S Lamar Blvd location
Patrizi's ($$)
(1000 ratings)

2307 Manor Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 522-4834
www.patrizis.com
  • Pomodoro w/ a Meatball
    beef & pork meatball w/ breadcrumbs, house red sauce, handmade pasta, garlic confit, butter, house farm cheese & basil; "truly done to the nines" -Ali Khan
4.5 out of 5
1000 ratings
est. 1948; family run food truck serving scratch-made classic Italian food
Salty SowSee Salty Sow Video ($$)
(3251 ratings)

1917 Manor Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 391-2337
www.saltysow.com
  • Triple Fried Duck Fat Fries
    topped w/ 110-minute egg; w/ side of cold Bearnaise; looks good
4.5 out of 5
3251 ratings
American Gastropub that serves contemporary farm-to-table eats in a casual setting
SLAB BBQ & BeerSee SLAB BBQ & Beer Video ($$)
(1228 ratings)

9012 Research Blvd C4 Map It!
Austin, TX 78758
(833) 752-2100
dopebbq.com
  • "The El Jefe"
    black angus brisket topped w/ grilled onions, peppers, jalapeños, queso & BBQ sauce; top w/ Fritos for extra crunch; "that's a sandwich to be known for" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • "The McDowell"
    sandwich w/ award-winning ribs de-boned, pickles, onions & "Soul Glo" sauce; looks good
  • "The Donk Sammich"
    1 lb. sandwich stacked w/ every smoked meat available; topped w/ pickles, onions, jalapeños, slaw, queso, Fritos & every sauce on the menu
4.5 out of 5
1228 ratings
est. 2014; started in 2006 as a food trailer; specializing in hip-hop themed BBQ sandwiches w/ the sides inside
Suerte ($$$)
(1050 ratings)

1800 E 6th St Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 953-0092
www.suerteatx.com
  • Suadero Tacos
    confit beef brisket cooked in fat for 5 hours then grilled, coated in "black magic" oil & pica-pica sauce; served on handmade tortillas w/ avocado crudo, cilantro & onion; looks good
4.5 out of 5
1050 ratings
opened in 2018; locally sourced traditional Mexican cuisine
Valentina's Tex Mex BBQSee Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ Video ($$)
(2204 ratings)

11500 Menchaca Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78748
(512) 221-4248
www.valentinastexmexbbq.c...
  • La Reina Sandwich
    mesquite smoked honey BBQ glazed pork ribeye on a toasted bolio topped w/ a caramelized onion spread & roasted tomatoes; served w/ side of mashed potatoes; looks good
  • Smoked Stuffed Burger
    smoked brisket burger stuffed w/ bacon, Serrano peppers, goat cheese, queso blanco; topped w/ bacon, tomatoes, caramelized onions, habanero mustard in a toasted bun; looks good
4.5 out of 5
2204 ratings
husband & wife team serving Tejano-style Tex-Mex barbecue in a caravan of food truck trailers
Vaquero Taquero
(154 ratings)

104 E 31st Map It!
Austin, TX 78751
www.vaquerotaquero.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Austin, TX"
  • "Six-Alarm Fire" Challenge
    6 tacos w/ ghost pepper salsa in under 30 minutes to win a t-shirt & a spot in the Hall of Fame; Casey chose 2 al pastor w/ marinated pork & pineapple, 2 bistec w/ red sauce & avocado crema, 2 chicken tinga w/ crema & pickled red onions; all topped w/ cilantro, onions & ghost chili pepper salsa; Casey won
4.5 out of 5
154 ratings
est. 2016; homemade tortillas, breakfast & street-style tacos, specializing in tacos al pastor prepared on traditional vertical fire spit
Veracruz All NaturalSee Veracruz All Natural Video ($)
(1089 ratings)

2505 Webberville Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 981-1760
veracruztacos.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Tacos"
  • Migas Breakfast Taco
    corn tortilla taco w/ eggs, tortilla chips, avocado, pico de gallo & cheese
4.5 out of 5
1089 ratings
#4 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Tacos); est. 2008; taco truck; multiple locations; featured by Rachael Ray, Rolling Stone & Austin Eater
Via 313 Pizza - West 5thSee Via 313 Pizza - West 5th Video ($$)
(889 ratings)

10106 Menchaca Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78748
(737) 334-3313
www.via313.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Pizza"
  • The Detroiter Pizza
    thick crust, rectangular pizza w/ smoked pepperoni under the cheese, natural casing pepperoni on top; looks good
4.5 out of 5
889 ratings
#5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Pizza); opened in 2011 by two brothers from Detroit serving "genuine Detroit Style Pizza"
Cafe No Se ($$)
(653 ratings)

1603 S Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 942-2061
cafenoseaustin.com
As Seen On:
Iron Chef Eats, Episode: "Beloved Burgers"
  • Grilled Shrimp Burger
    w/ spicy kewpie mayo, bok choy slaw
  • No Sé Cheeseburger
    2 patties w/ cheese, sweet onion, pickles, buttermilk bun; Tim gets w/ sunny egg on top; looks good
4.0 out of 5
653 ratings
located in South Congress Hotel
Casino El CaminoSee Casino El Camino Video ($)
(1410 ratings)

517 E 6th St Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 469-9330
www.casinoelcamino.net
  • Amarillo Burger
    roasted Serrano chiles, jalapeno jack cheese & cilantro mayonnaise
  • Buffalo Burger
    a top selling burger; grilled w/ house hot wing sauce & smothered w/ bleu cheese
  • Verde Chili Fries
    basket of fries w/ house tomatillo verde salsa & melted cheese
4.0 out of 5
1410 ratings
since 1994; neighborhood bar known for its award-winning burger; won "Best Jukebox" several years in a row from the Austin Chronicle; eclectic "1975 bad horror movie" decor (in a fun way)
ChiLantro ($)
(744 ratings)

823 Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 800-9098
www.chilantrobbq.com
  • Kimchi Fries
    french fries topped w/ caramelized Kimchi, Korean BBQ, chopped grilled onions, cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese, cilantro, "magic sauce", Sriracha & sesame seeds; looks good
4.0 out of 5
744 ratings
#35 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); started in 2010; Korean+Mexican Fusion BBQ taco truck; go to website to find location
Dai DueSee Dai Due Video ($$)
(682 ratings)

2406 Manor Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 524-0688
www.daidue.com
  • Cemita Ahogada
    house bun, beef chuck & broth, Oaxaca cheese, refried beans, radish, cabbage, cilantro & mayo; "deep, deep, savory flavors here" -Ali Khan
  • Venison Enchilada
    layered dish w/ venison-based picadillo, cheddar, tortilla topped w/ fried egg & crema
4.0 out of 5
682 ratings
est. 2006; locally sourced, farm-to-table chic restaurant & butcher shop
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