One of my absolute favorite Asian spots in Austin that is deservedly a well-known classic. I'm very…read morecompetitive so I love that you have to fight for a seat here and how it's very self-serve. It adds a homemade casual charm. The staff are also so efficient and kind whenever I've visited. I always get a beef noodle soup and douse it in spicy sauce and vinegar. The broth is always so warm and comforting and they give very generous portions of meat. The noodles are my favorite part as they are so long and thick and you can taste how fresh they are. They soak up the broth perfectly. As a pairing, I always get the mix dumpling plate. You can really tell that they make them in-house because of how unique and fresh they taste. The dumpling skins are so light and taste amazing. A top-tier spot in Austin.

Stopped in here after seeing the reviews. Just looking for a quick snack to save off the hunger…read morepangs. Service was quick and easy. Order at the counter. Got the Pork and Shrimp boiled dumplings 12 pcs. $12.75 The dish arrived with 10 minutes. A plateful of dumplings and empty cup for condiments. I thought there would be a dipping sauce. The dumplings were flavorful without a sauce although I would have enjoyed an option. I added some chili sauce to the empty dish and spiced up things. By the end I was completely full and satisfied. Washed down with some authentic bottled green tea.

Mama Betty's has become a regular in our rotation of neighborhood restaurants. We love, love it!…read moreAnd particularly appreciate the fact that we can walk or ride our bikes there. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. Our server tonight was Natalie, and she did such an incredible job. Personable, always with a smile, and willing to patiently put in my boyfriend's special order. Tacos à la Betty is one of my favorites, and they have the best homemade flour tortillas. The frozen Mexican martini is so good! If you are close, stop by and try mama Betty's. Such a great neighborhood addition!

We have become huge fans of Mama Betty's. We eat here probably weekly. The first time I reviewed…read morethem I gave 4 stars due to service being not the best. That was week 1 of opening and I realized it was not a fair time to write a review. Ever since that visit the service is great with super friendly staff and smiles from everyone including the hostesses. The restaurant is always packed with happy people and it's clean and well designed. The food is amazing. I have become a regular and order the " Tacos A La Betty!" every time and it's amazing chicken fajita tacos with all the fixings. They have great spicy strawberry frozen margaritas. And be sure to save room for the sopapillas at the end of the meal! Staff are great, place is happening and I highly recommend.

What can I say, I love a good fried tofu (I'm not vegan) and Sugar Pine does it right! Simple and…read moresatisfying! Also, if you love pickles, their pickled veggies are delicious too! Maybe I can be a vegan i appreciate a place that doesn't rely on social media or influencers. Though the interior is definitely "instagrammable", counter style service, Asian flavored ice creams(taro, thai tea, miso...), unique dishes, snacks, and drinks (matcha limade). There's even a nice patio and private room for events. And there is PARKING! A place without parking these days will make me think twice about going. Just saying...

We love this spot - easy counter service and the food comes out quickly!…read more Our favorites are the pork katsu and the salmon with the sets (miso/rice/cookie/veggies) It's a perfect total meal - salmon is cooked with some veggies in sauce - so good!! The meal feels balanced and the pork katsu is perfectly fried Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating as well - seems dog friendly!! They also make their own ice cream - we are def going to try an affogato here next time we come! I tried the matcha limeade as well and loved it - light and refreshing Staff was super helpful and friendly / cute interior space

I had such a wonderful experience at Kochu Korean Eatery! From the moment I walked in, I was…read moreimmediately greeted by the owner with such a warm and welcoming manner. He genuinely cares about his customers and it shows. He even offered samples of the tamarind lemonade, brown sugar lemonade, and hibiscus tea right away. That kind of hospitality instantly sets the tone. What impressed me most was how consistently attentive and kind he was to everyone -- adults, teenagers, and even little kids were all treated with the same great level of service. You can tell he's truly customer-service oriented. It's located in a shopping center so lots of parking. The menu is large with plenty of options to choose from. I decided on a bento box because I was craving bulgogi and jap chae, and this one came with both plus kimchi and pickled sides! I also ordered the tamarind lemonade, which wasn't too sweet exactly how I like it. I honestly wasn't planning on finishing everything in my bento, but it was so delicious that I did! The bulgogi was prepared just the way I like it. My sister-in-law is half Korean, and when we visit, her mom cooks amazing homemade Korean meals for us. I was really craving that comforting, authentic flavor today and Kochu absolutely satisfied it. The portions are generous and the value for the price is fantastic. Between the incredible customer service and the delicious food, this place is an easy 5 stars for me. Wish we had something like this South of Austin. I'll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it!

Chaos meets cuisine in this strip center location. This small restaurant is a hive of activity even…read moreif you get here after the lunch rush. You can still see the flames leaping around in the kitchen and the cooks hustling. When you walk through the door, you'll be handed a 5 page menu or you can scan the QR code on a table. You have to stand in line, then you order, face the tip screen, then you are handed a number until it comes out. You'll notice they have a large selection of drinks off to the side, but they have no drink menu. They have beer, soju and even a few liquor bottles, but do they make mixed drinks? In other words, the drink equation here is a mystery (we settled for water). I ordered the beef Bulgogi plate and the wife got the bibombok bowl. For the money, you cannot beat the quality of the freshly prepared food. If you decide on the wings here, you'll notice they are quite popular, but the fries are nothing unique. Everything considered, this is still a great spot to fulfill that Korean cuisine fix. Informative photos included. It should be mentioned that they do a lot of "to go" business.

OMG, that $6.99 blue corn quesadilla with spiced Tinga is a party for your taste buds.. the tacos…read moreare cheap and taste good too. The food price at this place took me back a decade.. so you can fill your stomach with tasty food under $10 bucks in 2026!! The attached bakery is huge and worth a visit

El día de hoy, 9 de mayo de 2026, fuimos a desayunar a la panadería Mi Tradición en Research…read moreBoulevard. Lamentablemente, nuestra experiencia fue muy mala debido a la actitud del personal. Desde el momento en que hicimos nuestra orden, la cajera nos atendió de muy mala gana y con una actitud poco amable. Incluso al pedir salsa, parecía molesta, aunque claramente la estábamos pagando junto con nuestra comida. Después, la misma cajera estaba trapeando el piso y casi nos golpea con el trapeador mientras pasábamos. Más tarde fuimos al área de panadería porque realmente nos gusta mucho el pan de este lugar. Sin embargo, la señorita que nos atendió también respondió de mala manera cuando le pregunté por un producto, diciendo de forma poco amable que no lo vendían. Al momento de cobrarnos, continuó con la misma actitud negativa. Por esa razón les doy una estrella. Nuestra visita fue aproximadamente a las 11:00 de la mañana.

One of my friends had a meet up at Azure, a Vietnamese restaurant located on North Lamar in strip…read moremall. I suggested this restaurant because it had 4.9 / 5.0 rating (67 reviews). This charming Pan-Asian café is warm, welcoming and with quite a lot of personality. The menu captures unique tastes such ascreamy udon, crispy chicken karaage, pho dip banh mi, croffles, bingsu, and Vietnamese coffee. The atmosphere is relaxed and laid-back. Neon signs, cute décor, and a laid-back vibe with cats as its focal point bring this restaurant to life. The store manager and staff were super friendly and welcomed any questions regarding the menu. The vibe was familial. Also, the music playing in the background was quietly intoxicating. My friend ordered the Banh Xeo Tacos, which she enjoyed very much. The bonus was they were gluten-free. I was not very hungry at the time, but I can always find room for dessert...so, Mango Bingsu was my dessert de jour! Mango Bingsu is when mango marries shaved ice (milk-based) and sweeten condensed milk. It reminded me of the desserts I had in China. Yummy! Azure is a whole vibe...it is the real deal! Definitely returning...

Azure Cafe is such a hidden gem in Austin. It is a true local, family-owned small business, and…read morethat really shows in every part of the experience. The food quality is absolutely top-notch, and you can tell the owner puts so much care, thought, and attention into every dish. The menu has a wide variety of options, including lots of creative fusion dishes, and everything we tried was executed beautifully. We were honestly blown away by both the quality and the portion sizes. The drinks and bingsu were also fantastic, and the prices were very reasonable for how much care and quality you get. What made the experience even more special was how friendly and welcoming the owner was. He came out to introduce himself, talked with us about the food, and kindly asked for our thoughts and feedback. You can immediately tell he is passionate about his work and genuinely cares about his customers. That kind of warmth and sincerity makes a huge difference and makes the whole dining experience feel even more personal. This is the kind of place that leaves a lasting impression. We will definitely be coming back again and again to try more of the menu. **To other small, family-owned restaurant owners: this is how it is done right. Even if you are running a small operation, customers absolutely notice the details, effort, and heart you put into your food and service.**

Three Gorges is a small, no-frills restaurant with bold, authentic Chinese flavors with a Sichuan…read morecuisine twist. The menu has nicely seasoned dishes that balance heat, flavor, and aroma. I ordered hot and sour pork soup. I had never had hot and sour soup with meat. Portions were generous, ingredients fresh, and the food arrived smoking hot. The noodles were soft, smooth and flavorful. The pork inside looked like tiny meatballs. The first thing I noticed when I walked in was the restaurant was completely full and customers were continuing to flow in. Because the restaurant is rather small, I had to wait about 20 minutes for my order. Jim, one of the owners, said if I had ordered 3 items it would take about 45 minutes, that's why I went with one. You could easily tell that many folks at the restaurant were regulars, which means the food, service or both were exceptional. Definitely will be returning to Three Gorges...

House of Three Gorges is a no frills, authentic comfort meal that is warming and delicious. Family…read morestyle, big portions at a good price point. - Cumin Lamb: A heaping pile of thinly sliced lamb that is tender mixed in with cumin seeds, sichuan peppercorns, fresh cilantro, and red chilis. The cumin seeds give it that signature earthy, aromatic flavor and you get a slight tingly numbing spice sensation from the chilis and peppercorn. The lamb is not overly gamey, but it still does taste like lamb so if you are not really a lamb fan, I'd choose something else. - Jumping Fish: A very popular dish! Tender white fish fillets that is so soft it melts in your mouth. It is in a flavorful oil and broth that is refreshing from the fresh jalapenos. It is a savory dish, yet still relatively mild. It commes with napa cabbage as well! This was my favorite dish and I loved the flavor combined with the white rice. - Mapo Tofu (Vegetarian): They have one with pork as well, but I got the vegetarian version. Silky soft tofu cubes in that signature mapo tofu sauce and numbing peppercorns. Despite the appearance of all the dishes, none of them were very spicy. Overall, a comforting soft, spicy, savory dish with a slight tingle. - Eggplant in garlic sauce: A deliciously sweet and umami garlic sauce. The eggplants could have been a bit more cooked through in my opinion though since it was still quite firm. I loved it still! Note that all the dishes to me were not spicy just had an underlying subtle spice or tingle (like a finishing flavor note if you will). Also, since it is sichuan the dishes are on the oilier side. You order with the cashier at the front and pay up front as well. Food comes out quickly. It is a small space with three rows of tables (maybe around 12-15 tables give or take), so it does fill up fast. I went at around 5:40 PM on a Thursday and there was no wait, but by the time we finished eating at around 7PM, the restaurant was full. House of Three Gorges was hyped up a lot on my social media feed and through word of mouth, so I came in with high expectations. Luckily, they did not disappoint.

Went here for the first time for a work lunch and was astonded how good it was. I ordered the…read moreCrossing the Bridge noodles with green pepper broth. All the mix in sides that could with the broth were fresh and all complimented well when added to the broth. The broth it self had a little tingle spiciness to it but was just so savory and delicious with veggie after taste hints. A friend who had been to Ten Seconds before recommended the green pepper and I am passing that recommendation along to you. I did not order apps but the peanuts and garlic vingear mushrooms were recommended to me by the same friend. Will be trying those when I visit for dinner. I look forward to making multiple more trips to 10 Seconds. It is a great addition to the Austin Asian cuisine landscape.

Really amazing service. William was our server. I think he managed the other tables too. He was…read morepatient because I had no idea what to order. Adorable and comfortable. No loud music. Lovely! I love when you get a carafe of water as you sit down. I had the most amazing soup. The sides were so yummy. I'll get extra next time for sure.

amazing indonesian food. what a gem in austin. the rice is flavorful, wish there was more pickled…read morevegetables. also the beef redang is so delicious, however, i wish the beef was more tender

This place has been on my list for awhile, and I really wanted to try some indonesian food in…read moreAustin. My friend and I were surprised to find it nestled away in the parking lot of Night Owl bar, kind of random. We really enjoyed the food! She got the porridge and I got the chicken with rice. The chicken was tender although the sauce was a bit on the sweet side for me, and the it went well with the rice. It tasted light and not greasy, and the price was fair. You're allowed to sit inside the bar which was nice to keep out of the rain.

Very underrated and somewhat hidden Vietnamese restaurant…read more The sandwiches (bahn mi) are excellent. The bread is the only thing normal good while everything else is excellent. The veggie bowl is wonderfully fresh and reminded us of food in Vietnam. Service is very attentive and the inside is nice. There's even a full bar with fun cocktails. Parking is super easy.

One of the worst dining experiences ever. Came here for our…read morelunch break from work, wanting to try a new place. Looked super good so we were excited. We ended up ordering 2 drinks. 2 small bites and 2 unusual banh mi's. The drinks were good, then we got the small bites. Mango salad and shrimp skewers. we got the salad first which had a horrible flavor that neither me or my boyfriend could do, so we set it aside. we did eat the crackers that came with it. it was good. Then we got the shrimp skewers, which came and looked black. We decided to give it a try anyways, it was horribly overcooked. like rubber wouldn't even describe it. so we didn't eat it either. i ate the cucumbers that came with it which were good. We finally got the banh mi's which were ok we ate it but nothing special. Then came the time when server came to ask if we're ready for check. We ended up mentioning that we hated the salad and the shrimp. still untouched on the table. she said to give her a moment. and we sat and waited for 10 minutes. while they were talking about us and them saying "they did touch the shrimp" (yes we took 2 bites to try it obviously, then we didn't touch it afterwards) finally after 10 minutes they bring us the check. which they didn't take anything off of. so we paid $70 for 2 banh mis. left hungry with a horrible experience. We were still thinking of coming back just to grab some drinks cause they looked good. but after voicing our complaints, then those complaints ignored. Never again. Horrible.