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Evangeline Cafe ($$)
(965 ratings)

8106 Brodie Ln Map It!
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 282-2586
www.evangelinecafe.com
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Austin"
  • "Maw Maw's" Chicken & Sausage Gumbo
    Southern hearty stew & steamed rice; "thickest gumbo I've ever had" -Ali Khan
4.0 out of 5
965 ratings
est. 2003; homestyle restaurant serving Cajun lunch & dinner
Flip Happy Crepes [CLOSED]See Flip Happy Crepes Video ($)
(338 ratings)

400 Josephine St Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 552-9034
  • Nutella Crepe w/ Strawberries & Bananas
    served w/ chocolate sauce drizzle & powdered sugar; looks good
4.0 out of 5
338 ratings
[CLOSED]; in 1950s trailer w/ outdoor seating
Fonda San Miguel ($$$)
(1164 ratings)

2330 W North Loop Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 459-4121
www.fondasanmiguel.com
  • Cochinita Pibil
    Yucatan specialty of slow-cooked pork baked in banana leaf; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1164 ratings
#1 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Mexican Food); served in a charming, colorful, hacienda-style space
Foreign & Domestic ($$)
(867 ratings)

306 E 53rd St Map It!
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 459-1010
fndaustin.com
  • Fried Chicken Biscuit
    fried chicken, fried egg, black pepper-cheddar biscuit topped w/ redeye gravy, romaine slaw, lemon Jam; looks good
  • Gruyere & Black Pepper Popovers
    larger-than-normal size; "it's like a grilled cheese gone wild...like an explosion at the grilled cheese factory"-Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Fideos
    angel hair pasta sauteed & then cooked in broth w/ mussels, clams & bacon; looks good
4.0 out of 5
867 ratings
est. 2010; husband-and-wife team who met in culinary school; opened up the restaurant in an old skate shop
Frank [CLOSED] ($$)
(1803 ratings)

407 Colorado St Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 494-6916
  • Fico Anatra
    custom-made smoked duck & pork sausage dressed w/ fig mostarda, crispy shallots & Pure Luck goat chevre on a Frank Bun
  • Holy Smoke Micheladas
    drink: South Austin Brewery Kol beer, Cracias a Dios Mezcal, soy sauce, Yellow Bird jalapeno sauce, Frank Red Headed Stranger Bloody Mary mix, chipotle saly, Li'l smokies
4.0 out of 5
1803 ratings
[CLOSED]; opened in 2010; "purveyors of artisan sausages" (from its website); serving over 16 beers on tap
Freedmen's [CLOSED] ($$)
(693 ratings)

2402 San Gabriel St Map It!
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 220-0953
  • Barbecue Benedict
    buttermilk biscuit, smoked tomato hollandaise; choice of: brisket, pulled pork or sausage; Michael got brisket; looks good
  • Smoked Chocolate Mousse
4.0 out of 5
693 ratings
[CLOSED]; laid-back lounge, beer garden & smokehouse serving barbecue & retro-inspired cocktails in an historic Austin building
Gourdough's Public House [CLOSED] ($$)
(1730 ratings)

2700 S Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 912-9070
  • "Dirty South"
    garlic doughnut w/ chicken-fried steak & white gravy; served w/ cheesy potato pancake & cranberry habanero jam; "it's pretty sinful" -Casey Webb
  • Bacon Me Crazy
    sandwich where the buns are housemade donuts w/ loads of bacon, provolone cheese, guacamole, cilantro, tomato, red onion & garlic mayo; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1730 ratings
[CLOSED]; #3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Bacon Bites)
Holy Roller [CLOSED]See Holy Roller Video ($$)
(472 ratings)

509 Rio Grande Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 502-5119
  • Chicken Pot Pie
    chicken & vegetable filling inside a homemade crust; baked to order; veggie option available; looks good
  • "The Monte Bisco"
    sugar dusted biscuit, turkey, fried bologna, Swiss cheese sauce, blackberry thyme jam, sunny egg
  • Meat Loaf Sandwich
    mozzarella, horsey sauce, butter pickles; looks good
4.0 out of 5
472 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2017; diner known for nostalgic & eclectic dishes & desserts
Hopdoddy Burger BarSee Hopdoddy Burger Bar Video ($$)
(5213 ratings)

1400 S Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 243-7505
www.hopdoddy.com
  • Poutine Burger Special
    fresh-ground burger topped w/ fries, gravy, cheese, caramelized onions, fried egg & "sassy" sauce; looks good
4.0 out of 5
5213 ratings
multiple locations
Juan In A MillionSee Juan In A Million Video ($)
(2238 ratings)

2300 E Cesar Chavez St Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 472-3872
www.juaninamillion.com
  • Don Juan Breakfast Taco
  • Don Juan Breakfast Taco Challenge
    challenge: eat as many tacos, no time limit, beat record of 7 (at time of airing); Adam lost
4.0 out of 5
2238 ratings
#53 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown); est. 1980
June's ($$)
(489 ratings)

1722 S Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 416-1722
junesallday.com
  • Matzo Ball Caldo
    Mexican take on a Jewish classic; broth, poached chicken, vegetables, avocado & jalapeĂąos; looks good
4.0 out of 5
489 ratings
est. 2016; neighborhood cafe, bistro & bar w/ a full menu plus pastries & happy hour
Launderette ($$)
(1350 ratings)

2115 Holly St Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 382-1599
launderetteaustin.com
As Seen On:
Best Thing I Ever Ate, Episode: "Kids' Menu"
  • Steak Frites
    wood smoked steak & french fries; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1350 ratings
opened in 2015; cafe inside a converted laundromat & gas station; serves gourmet new American fare
Maria's Taco XpressSee Maria's Taco Xpress Video ($)
(641 ratings)

2529 S Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 444-0261
www.tacoxpress.com
  • Tacos Al Pastor
    spiced and marinated pork; looks good
  • Picadillo Enchiladas
    picadillo is ground beef, onions, green bell peppers, garlic and tomatoes, stewed together and seasoned with cloves, cinnamon and bay leaves; looks good
4.0 out of 5
641 ratings
everything is homemade
Noble Sandwich [CLOSED]See Noble Sandwich Video ($$)
(513 ratings)

4805 Burnet Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 666-5124
  • Seared Beef Tongue Sandwich
    braised for 7 hrs, sliced & seared on flat top; served w/ smoked green onions, red pepper relish & aioli; winner of Best Sandwich (Southwest)
  • Knuckle Sandwich
    sliced roast beef re-heated in oven w/ carmelized onions, cheddar cheese & au jus, served on homemade bread dipped in au jus & a spread of "knuckle sauce" (horseradish-based); looks good!
  • Smoked Duck Pastrami
    a top seller; duck smoked for 6 hrs; shredded & served w/ Russian dressing & rye pickles all on homemade wheat or white bread; looks good
  • The Noble Pig
    spicy ham, pulled pork, provolone & bacon served on homemade bread w/ housemade mustard & mayo; looks good
4.0 out of 5
513 ratings
[CLOSED]; #3 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Sandwiches); opened in 2010; serve breakfast & lunch only; disco ball in kitchen; "everything you guys do...the time you take, the energy, the attitude, the dedication...tying it all together and making outstanding artisan sandwiches--that's what Triple-D's all about"-Guy Fieri
Pieous ($$)
(1234 ratings)

166 Hargraves Dr Map It!
Austin, TX 78737
(512) 394-7041
  • Caramel Roll
    81-layered croissant-like crisp outside & gooey inside; looks good!
  • Pastrami Sandwich
    cured for 20 days, smoked for 10-13 hrs & then piled high on house-made sour dough bread; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1234 ratings
"simply devoted to great food"; serving high-end chef-driven food; pizza, pastrami, bakery/desserts; Other Recipes: Caramel Sauce
Roaring ForkSee Roaring Fork Video ($$)
(1294 ratings)

701 Congress Ave Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 583-0000
www.roaringfork.com
  • Green Chili Mac & Cheese
    served in cast iron bowl & topped w/ panko; "grown-up mac & cheese" -Fabio Viviani
4.0 out of 5
1294 ratings
in spirit of The Old West, meats are prepared by wood fire rotisserie, open flame grill or wood oven roasting
Sour Duck Market ($$)
(400 ratings)

1814 E Martin Luther King Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78702
(512) 394-5776
www.sourduckmarket.com
  • Breakfast Sandwich
    goat chorizo verde sausage patty, tomato, pimento chorizo
4.0 out of 5
400 ratings
casual restaurant serving American fare made from locally-sourced ingredients; includes market & bar
Taco Flats ($$)
(515 ratings)

5520 Burnet Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78756
(512) 284-8352
www.tacoflats.com
  • Gringa Tacos
    spit roasted pork, onion, grilled jack cheese, pineapple, cilantro
  • Tostadas de Atun
    yellowfin tuna, house-made garlic + lime aioli, fried leeks, avocado, habanero sea salt
4.0 out of 5
515 ratings
Texas Chili Parlor ($)
(912 ratings)

1409 Lavaca St Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 472-2828
www.txchiliparlor.com
As Seen On:
Chili Paradise
  • Chili
    tomato-based made of brisket, round, chuck & shoulder...no beans; you can order from mild ("X") to "HOT HOT HOT" ("XXX")
  • Frito Pie
    fritos covered w/ chili & cheese
4.0 out of 5
912 ratings
since 1976; rustic roadhouse décor sports bar up the street from state capitol; movie location for "Death Proof"
Tumble 22 Chicken Joint ($$)
(1151 ratings)

7211 Burnet Rd Map It!
Austin, TX 78757
(512) 520-1998
tumble22.com
  • "The O.G." Classic Hot Chicken Sandwich
    all natural breast topped w/ coleslaw, bread & butter pickles & house mayo; "meaty, spicy, flavorful, filling!" -Ali Khan
4.0 out of 5
1151 ratings
opened in 2018; menu highlights "all natural Texas chicken" w/ signature spice blend & various house sauces
Tyson's Tacos ($$)
(1061 ratings)

4905 Airport Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78751
(512) 451-3326
www.tysonstacos.com
As Seen On:
Cheap Eats, Episode: "Austin"
  • "Val's Classic Migas" Tacos
    breakfast taco w/ tortilla, pico de gallo, egg & cheese, served w/ pinto beans & potatoes; looks good
4.0 out of 5
1061 ratings
est. 2012; authentic Mexican food & creative tacos
Waltons Fancy and Staple ($$)
(929 ratings)

609 W 6th St Map It!
Austin, TX 78701
(512) 542-3380
www.waltonsfancyandstaple...
  • Pistachio Bacon Chicken Salad Sandwich
    croissant sandwich w/ house chicken salad; roast chicken, celery green apple, pistachios, red onion, red grapes, house aioli & bacon; served w/ tomato, lettuce & pepperoncini
4.0 out of 5
929 ratings
est. 2008 as a catering business; now offering full restaurant menu plus floral arrangements & gift baskets
24 DinerSee 24 Diner Video ($$)
(2117 ratings)

600 N Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 472-5400
24diner.com
As Seen On:
Top 5 Restaurants, Episode: "Best Diners"
  • Meat Loaf
    30-ingredient meat loaf served w/ whipped potatoes, bacon-braised collard greens, sweet onion gravy; looks good
3.5 out of 5
2117 ratings
#5 (Top 5 Restaurants-Best Diners); classic '50s-inspired diner serving chef-inspired comfort food
Bacon [CLOSED]See Bacon Video ($$)
(565 ratings)

900 W 10th St Map It!
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 322-9777
  • Bacon Reuben
    corned bacon, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, pickles & Russian dressing on marbled rye; looks good
  • Double Grind Burger
    all natural house ground steak & bacon blend, crisp romaine, tomato, red onion, pickles & house mayo
3.5 out of 5
565 ratings
[CLOSED]; since 2011; cure & smoke their own bacon & cut to 1/4-inch slices; offer a different flavor bacon everyday; bacon in almost everything in menu; counter service restaurant w/ 50 indoor table dinning seats & 7 large communal style picnic tables outside
Counter Cafe [CLOSED]See Counter Cafe Video ($$)
(603 ratings)

626 N Lamar Blvd Map It!
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 708-8800
  • Counter Chicken Burger
    hand-ground all natural curry seasoned chicken burger; topped w/ organic bibb lettuce, vine ripened tomatoes, red onion on wheat bun
  • Grilled Texas Quail
    Hill Country quail grilled served w/ biscuit, poached eggs & hash browns
3.5 out of 5
603 ratings
[CLOSED]; tiny diner: 26 seats in 700 sq ft space; Jimmie Vaughan (musician) made guest appearance eating at counter; Other Recipes: Homemade Biscuits
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