Where to Eat
But First-Coffee! (And Breakfast)
Looking for the best places to start the day at Austin, Texas? Check out our list of the best coffee shops and breakfast options!
Nervous Charlie’s
5501 N. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78751
We make straight-forward, deliciously simple bagels as well as a variety of ridiculous cream cheeses and sandwiches. — austintexas.org
The Omelettry
4631 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78751
The Omelettry has the best breakfast in town. From omelettes and pancakes to fruit and healthier fare – we have it all. Also open for dinner! (BYOB and cash only) — austintexas.org
Mary’s Café
3209 Red River St., Austin, TX 78705
Mary’s is a locally owned cafe in the Hyde Park neighborhood that specializes in organic coffee and espresso roasted in Austin, breakfast tacos and sandwiches. — austintexas.org
Bird Bird Biscuit
1401 W Koenig Ln, Austin, TX 78756
Indulging in decadent biscuit sandwiches for breakfast & lunch at Bird Bird Biscuit. — austintexas.org
Josephine House
1601 Waterston Ave, Austin, TX 78703
Set in a little blue cottage in the charming Clarksville neighborhood just west of downtown Austin, is available for full buyouts that includes both Indoor and outdoor seating on the wraparound patio. — austintexas.org
Paperboy
1203 E 11th St., Austin, TX 78702
We offer a seasonal, curated menu with produce and dairy from local farms, bread from local bakeries, and hot and cold brewed coffee from local roasters. — austintexas.org
Soup’s On A.K.A Lunch
Little Deli & Pizzeria
7101 Woodrow Ave., Austin, TX 78757
Little Deli & Pizzeria is a locally owned and operated, northeastern style deli and pizzeria. Offering the best of both worlds – great deli sandwiches and authentic New Jersey pizza. — austintexas.org
Choo Sando
5222 Burnet Rd Suite535, Austin, TX 78756
The sandwiches are smooth and simple allowing the pure flavors of each ingredient to shine. With both fruit and meat-filled options, there’s a Sando for everyone’s taste. — austintexas.org
épicerie
2307 Hancock Dr., Austin, TX 78756
épicerie is a French-Louisiana café & grocery in the Burnet neighborhood of Central Austin. — austintexas.org
Hank’s
5811 Berkman Dr., Austin, TX 78723
We offer everything from California style comfort food like grain bowls and gourmet burgers to oysters by the dozen, wood grilled salmon, and an unbeatable happy hour. — austintexas.org
Uncle Nicky’s
4222 Duval St., Austin, TX 78751
Offering a relaxed and approachable all-day neighborhood dining experience, Uncle Nicky’s menu offers a selection of sandwiches, salads, antipasti, and pane tostato, along with fresh pastries, breads, and gelatos. — austintexas.org
Otherside Deli
1104 W. 34th St., Austin, TX 78705
Food truck turned brick-and-mortar New York style deli, serving up homemade pastrami subs. Open for breakfast and lunch. — austintexas.org
Dinner is Served!
Interstellar BBQ
12233 Ranch Road 620 N, Suite 105, Austin, TX 78750
Get a taste of “out of this world barbecue” from InterStellar BBQ. Feast on quality meats like pork ribs, turkey and brisket cooked over Texas Post Oak, or try one of their signature creations like jalapeno popper sausage. — austintexas.org
Garbo’s
12709 N Mopac Expy, Austin, TX 78727
Proudly serving New England cuisine with an Austin twist. The menu features a classic lineup of Garbo’s signature Maine and Connecticut-style lobster rolls and is sure to be your new favorite spot for lunch, dinner, happy hour or even takeout. — austintexas.org
Franklin Barbecue
900 E. Eleventh St., Austin, TX 787
The owners of Franklin Barbecue are greeted daily by throngs of ravenous brisket addicts. Come early to this lick-your-fingers-favorite, before they pull out the “Sorry, Sold Out! Come Back Soon” sign on the door. — austintexas.org
Matt’s El Rancho
2613 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704
Matt’s El Rancho has been whipping up old-school Tex-Mex favorites more than 65 years. Come for the famous Bob Armstrong Dip (a to-die-for queso) and enchiladas, but stay for the welcoming family atmosphere. — austintexas.org
Canje
1914 E 6th Street, Ste. C, Austin, TX 78702
Traditional meets modern in this new age Caribbean cuisine restaurant. Inspiration for this cuisines is pulled from many of the islands in the region, from Jamaica to Puerto Rico. — austintexas.org
Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile
3235 E. Cesar Chavez St., Austin, TX 78702
Jacoby’s Austin is a transparent, value driven, vertically integrated, ranch-to-table dining experience located on East Austin on the Colorado River. We are family operated with simple, southern and rustic roots. — austintexas.org
Bars in Town!
The Tigress Pub
100 W. North Loop Blvd., Ste. G, Austin, TX 78751
Craft cocktails and local Austin beer on tap. Cozy atmosphere neighborhood bar. Stop in and say hi! — austintexas.org
DrinkWell
207 E 53rd St, Austin, TX 78751
DrinkWell, nestled in the vibrant North Loop neighborhood, stands out as an award-winning cocktail bar and neighborhood restaurant. It’s renowned not only for its exceptional cocktails but also for the lively and welcoming atmosphere it offers to locals and visitors alike. — austintexas.org
Small Victory
108 E Seventh St, Austin, TX 78701
Small Victory, nestled in the heart of downtown Austin, is an intimate speakeasy bar with a unique location – discreetly built within a parking garage. — austintexas.org
Nickel City
1133 E. 11th St., Austin, TX 78702
Nickel City is an award winning neighborhood bar in East Austin with divey and retro feels. The space includes banquette seating and an antique bar with TV’s and a drop down projection screen. For food, the bar serves a Detroit-style menu from in-house food truck, Delray Café. — austintexas.org
The Driskill Bar
604 Brazos St., Austin, TX 78701
The award winning Driskill Bar boasts a well-loved menu of Texan favorites along with a rotating list of inventive specialty bites with performances by Austin’s finest musicians six nights a week. — austintexas.org
Garage
503 Colorado Street, Austin, TX 78701
Swanky cocktail bar located in an unassuming parking garage in downtown Austin. — austintexas.org
Explore the Town
Texas Capitol Visitors Center
112 E. 11th St., Austin, TX 78701
Located in the restored 1856-57 General Land Office building. The three-story castle-like structure is the oldest state office building in Texas. The Visitors Center details Texas history through exhibits and videos. — austintexas.org
Blanton Museum of Art
200 E. Martin Luther King Blvd., Austin, TX 78712
Founded in 1963, the Blanton Museum of Art is one of the foremost university art museums in the country and holds the largest public collection in Central Texas. — austintexas.org
Barton Springs Pool
2131 William Barton Dr., Austin, TX 78746
Within Zilker Park’s 358 acres lies one of the crown jewels of Austin – Barton Springs Pool. The pool itself measures three acres in size, and is fed from underground springs with an average temperature of 68-70 degrees, ideal for year-round swimming. — austintexas.org
Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
4801 La Crosse Ave., Austin, TX 78739
Immerse yourself in the spectacular beauty and elegance of the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center. Our spectacular architecture and gardens featuring exclusively Texas native plants are nationally recognized for their beauty and sustainability. — austintexas.org
McKinney Falls State Park
5808 McKinney Falls Pkwy., Austin, TX 78744
Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking, mountain biking, bicycling, swimming, birding and wildlife observation. Onion Creek, which flows 1.7 miles through the park, offers both swimming and fishing opportunities. — austintexas.org
Bullock Texas State History Museum
1800 N. Congress Ave., Austin, TX 78701
The Bullock Texas State History Museum in downtown Austin, tells the “Story of Texas” with three floors of interactive exhibits; special effects shows in the Texas Spirit Theater; and Austin’s premier IMAX Theatre. — austintexas.org