This is my never-ending list of places I want to try here in Austin. If I go to one, I’ll remove it and review it! If there are parenthesis after the restaurant it means I’ve been told that that is what I should order!
Asiana Indian Cuisine – Indian– I am a sucker for indian food, and this place is supposed to be good. With 4.5 stars on Yelp, I am excited to try it.
Austin Daily Press – Sandwiches– The sandwiches here are supposedly top-notch. I’ve never been a giant sandwich person, but this place also has a 4.5 review on Yelp and I’d like to try the Who Dat.
Brown’s Bar-B-que –BBQ – Many people have compared this food trucks BBQ to Franklin’s. I am a huge BBQ lover and I’m not very patient. This sounds like a good way to great some of Austin”s best without waiting in Franklin’s line.
Buffalina – pizza –
Buzzmill – coffee – Now might be a good time to admit I have a problem: I am addicted to caffeine. If you tell me a place has great coffee, it is immediately on my to-do list, and needless to say, I was told this place is good.
Casa Colombia – WENT TO – review coming soon
Caspian Grill (beef kebabs) – Persian – With a 4.8 rating on Yelp, I figure this is the place to go to try Persian food. Honestly, I don’t think I’ve ever had Persian food, So I’ll let you know how it goes.
Chinatown – Chinese/Dim Sum – I was born in San Francisco, California and I have a soft spot for good Dim Sum. Let’s be honest for a moment: Texas Dim Sum is terrible. Seriously. Just awful. Apparently this place does it well, I’m not confident, but I still have to try and make sure.
Coast Bar + Kitchen –seafood– “From wine bar to seafood, Coast’s transformation of Mulberry brings water-dwelling entrees like barbecue prawns and fish tacos, along with other dishes and cocktails.”
Contigo – Farm fresh/American – According to Eater, Contigo has one of the best happy hours in Austin. Monday – Thursday, 5-7 p.m.I am excited to try their Violet Sabbatical (vodka, berries, mint, lemon) and their Sunday Brunch.
Cooper’s Old Time Pit Bar-B-Que – casual BBQ – This place is apparently amazing, however it looks a bit pricey. I do want to try the cabbrito in addition to all of my normal favorites such as brisket and turkey.
Crawfish Shack and Oyster Bar – seafood- looks casual and like the prices might be reasonable.
Curra’s Grill – Mexican– The first thing people have said to order when you go here is the Avocado Margarita. Sounds weird to me, but it comes so highly recommended I have decided that I have to give it a chance. If it’s terrible I can always go for the civiche.
Emmer & Rye – American/Farm-to-table – Honestly I’ve been here before for brunch and it was good. I liked the creme brulee french toast, which often sells out apparently. However I still want to try their dinner menu.
Epicerie – French/American – This place is going to kill me. Mostly because I already want everything on the menu. They have a gnocchi that sounds incredible and they also have boudin. I’m excited to try this place.
Forthright – breakfast and lunch – this is a great option for those of you who want to eat early (before 7) and it is also an affordable option. Breakfast has nothing over $10, and they have a happy hour 5-7
Goodall’s Kitchen – New American – Their normal dinner menu just looks too expensive and not special enough for me to go during normal dinner hours. $16 for a burger? I’d rather go to Hopdoddy’s. But they have a happy hour in the bar and the restaurant is walking distance from campus, so I’d like to try their happy hour at some point.
Haymaker – Sandwiches – They make homemade beer cheese, Wisconsin wurst and burgers. It’s casual and easy and I’d like to spend a Friday there if it’s not too busy!
Irene’s – Comfort foods – This place looks like it’s a great place for casual drinking. There are select $3 pints and $2 off snacks during happy hour . They refer to their brunch as “Biscuits and Booze,” which is a combination you can’t go wrong with.
Jacoby’s –American/Southern– To be honest, I really love chicken fried steak. And they have it front and center on their menu. I’d also like to try the braised pork cheek or their wood roasted chicken. Tuesday – Thursday they have a happy hour 5-7 p.m. but the menu isn’t extensive and I’d only be interested in the burger. But according to Yelp reviews, this place has a solid 4 stars, with 270 reviews.
John Mueller Meat Company – BBQ – Another BBQ food truck, with reviews that compare it to Franklin’s.
Josephine – –
Juniper – Italian. WENT TO… review coming soon
Justine’s Brasserie
Komé – Sushi
La Barbecue Cuisine Texicana – casual
L’Oca d’Oro – Italian – They have a fantastic looking brunch and dinner menu. They focus on plates to share with family style options such as Crispy Pork Crochette and Brick Chicken fra Diavolo. I personally want to try all of their pasta.
Los Comales – “Consistently good since 1993, you can find a delicious and filling lunch for under $5 at this traditional Norteño taqueria” According to Eater
Mi Madre’s Restaurant
Micklethwait Craft Meats (Brisket Frito Pie) – casual
Mongers – seafood- they have a happy hour with $6 starters, great brunsh with $3 mimosas, and fresh seafood options.
Nightcap – supposedly good. Nothing I’m too excited about based on the menu, but everyone says it’s decent, so I’d like to give their happy hour a try. WENT TO… review coming soon
Nubian Queen Lola Cajun – Cajan/creole – The exterior of this place makes me a bit nervous. It is apparently the epitome of a hole in the wall, but when I’m looking for some comforting southern food and am feeling adventurous I’ll give this place a chance. It’s good according to Eater.
Olamaie – Southern
Otoko – sushi – I don’t know when I will get the chance to visit this exclusive 12 seated restaurant on South Congress, but someday I will.
Papalote Taco House (ceviche tostada)
Patika – coffee- They bake their pastries fresh every morning, have craft beers and drinks at night.
Poke Poke – seafood
Quality Seafood – seafood – The prices seem reasonable and ranked no. 1 for best seafood in Austin by Eater
Salt & Time –
Salty Sow – WENT TO… review coming soon
Sophia’s – Italian – This place looks a little pricey, but also amazing. Juniper let me down, I think this is my new bucket-list Italian place in Austin.
Spartan Pizza
Tacos and Tequila – Great brunch, Mexican – Judge me for not having been here. I feel like every one and their dang grandma has been here. I’m working on it, I promise.
Tamale House East – casual
Thai Passion – Thai
The Soup Peddler – WENT TO… review coming soon
Veracruz All Natural – food truck
Vinaigrette – salads
Wu Chow – Dim Sum/Chinese
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