Handsome Dan's lives up to it's namesake bait shop title!! It's that truly great, midwestern feel…read moresandwich shop that you get before your day on the boat, the kind that keeps you going all day, and keeps you coming back for more! After saying "we need to go there" at least 30 times, we finally went there and boyyy howdy it did not disappoint! The Cuban and club were 10/10 perfect! The bread was so fresh, crispy where it needed to be, and buttery in all the right places. It was a perfectly balanced sandwich ratio, not too thick, not too thin, and came with chips or potato salad. The in-house beer is great, and there's something for anyone's tastes, plus non alcoholic options. We sat outside with our pups on the dog friendly patio, which is fully covered and shaded, with tons of great seating options. I recommend going into the shop and seeing every thing they have to offer that isn't listed on the menu, plus the GREAT beer tap and can selections they have in store!

Handsome Dans was on our list because of all the online and social media hype. It's tucked away in…read morethe back next to Stargazer in a brewery/ warehouse off Springdale and Airport area. The parking is shared and gets packed in the evening or you have to pay to park if you are unable to find anything in the lot or on the street. Handsome Dans has a sign directing you to the back where they are located. The vibe is true to a bait shop/diner it's casual with a rustic feel, they have a large covered patio adjacent to Stargazer bar. I highly suggest sitting outside if possible because the inside does get a bit claustrophobic and smokey when it's packed and they are smashing paninis on the press with no proper kitchen overhead vents. The type of greasy smoke you get when you are making super buttery sandwiches on a hot press. The sandwiches are ok but not something I would go out of my way to have ,our kids liked the hotdogs and Frito pies which were also kind of "upper class" gas station quality. Most of the stuff here is food that probably tastes way better after drinking several beers. It's like any normal sandwich you could make at home and toss in a panini press to be honest. Really good beers on tap and friendly staff who seemed to disappear to the back quite a bit and came back confused. They didn't know if they had already given me my food because I was ordering and paying for extra food after more people in our party arrived. They literally saw my food I already had on the table from my previous order and thought they gave me double of what I ordered hahaha. I can't make a judgment because I have no clue what they kept dispersing to the back for but can just say the confusion was real, LOL. All together if I had to come back it be because someone I knew wanted to try it. Otherwise for me it's a one and done. I got the pictures I stood next to a sign ,I had the Signiture sandwiches, now I'm moving on. I can say I've been there done that. I'm guessing that a college crowd or just being a single person who just wants to be amongst people that this is the type of lowkey place to go if you're not into the typical Longhorn hangouts. You stop in ,have some beers, eat a low budget ingredient expensive panini sandwich and chill till you have to call yourself a Waymo cause the beer is good and strong.

I've been steadily coming here off/ on for about a year now. What I love about Bella Donna is…read moretheir large menu, working class vibes, service, and the quality of the food served. At this point I've tried most of their different offerings & I can't say that I've had a bad lunch experience. And their kitchen staff: you can watch them from the order counter & they move with such precision. Like a well-oiled machine! It may have a "blue-collar" atmosphere & it may be located in an industrial neighborhood, but don't skip on Bella Donna! Imo, they're one of the best kept secrets of the E. Ben White side of Austin!

The Rubin I ordered was very good. fresh and tasty. the service was great. I'll be back.read more

Every bite and the drive is worth it! I went with the porchetta sandwich this time. The bits of…read moreChicharron are that special piece. Originally I got the grilled cheese with porchetta but the simplicity of the OG is my fav. I tried the kale Cesar as we shared the sandwich and it was a good fresh addition. My favorite item from here will always be the tomato soup. That fresh pesto swirled inside is chefs kiss. I highly recommend taking the time to enjoy to ambiance around. Service is always phenomenal and makes you feel like you're going over to a families house. Thank you for all the greatness Meat and Board brings to Austin!

Yes. Just yes. Everything is seed oil free, including their sauces and it's all just fantastic. I…read moregot the Italian sandwich and it was bomb.

Seriously the most amazing sandwhiches!!! I came the first day to look and it was closed, came back…read morethe 2nd day twice and then brought it home to family. We seriously love Diana for her recommendation got the knuckle and the veggies. Knuckles was perfect lettuce and perfect meat ratio. Not too much lettuce and very generous with meat. The cheese crisps was so so so so good and just made the perfect crunch. The veggie though was so so amazing I have never had such an amazing artichoke sandwhich it was so good. If your taking it to GO and eating later let them know and they will pack the soggy stuff separately. Once again we are in love with this sandwhich and its definetly a must ever time in Austin. Thank you Diana and team for the best sandwhich ever !

Mayyyyyy not have waited long enough to take the picture. This is a super good sandwich! Got the…read morecaprese and it was delicious. Service is so friendly and fast. Would def come again

Nice sandwiches in a nice spot. Lots of beer on the menu…read more This is where you get a medium to small sandwich to snack through the day. They play sports on the tv if you are into that. No tv outside though.

SUPER chill, friendly, fun atmosphere. Cobb salad was so so so good! AND a very generous portion…read more Rainstorm prevented patio hangout, but still a great experience! Driving, so didn't get to experience an adult beverage though.

Frazier's Long and Low is one of those East Austin spots that just feels easy to be at. It's got…read morethat classic dive bar energy, but still feels intentional and well-loved. Parking isn't terrible, which is always a plus for the area, and it's a great place to meet up with friends or just hang for a while. The drinks are affordable, the staff is super friendly, and the food hits the spot. I'm a fan of their hot dogs in particular. It's also a great place to play some pool, which adds to that casual, hangout vibe. They've got a jukebox too, although I'll admit I've been a little scared to touch it... not sure I'm ready to be judged for my music choices. There's a small patio area, but it's pretty compact, so it can fill up quickly. Inside, they've got two gender neutral restrooms covered in stickers and, interestingly, no mirrors. It all adds to the charm in its own way.

This place rocks -- it has everything you could want in a dive bar, slightly rude employees, pool,…read morecheap food, and more. The frozen margaritas were pretty good. I didn't think it was too sweet or anything. The food was also pretty good. My favorite was the chopped cheese, and the pretzels were good too. I thought the potato wedge fries were just okay and one of them I ate had a weird chemically taste to it. The wings are also pretty decent. I'd definitely come back to get another chopped cheese.

This review is LONG OVERDUE, but we had to make sure we let you know that they are WORTH checking…read moreout! We experienced them when they were at The Yard after hearing and seeing some of their incredible photos on IG and boy oh boy these boys didn't disappoint! From their super friendly service to the freshness of their food, get ready to take your taste buds on a journey! We tried a mix of their staples and specials -- from the crispy, charred Brussels sprouts to their fresh, flavor-packed salad, the crispy juicy chicken cutlet sandwich and the star of the show, the Woodneck falafel sandwich that completely won us over (and that's saying something coming from two meat lovers). Everything tastes as good as it looks. You can tell they're passionate about what they do -- everything feels intentional, from the seasoning to the sourcing. They even use freshly harvested veggies from their own garden when in season, which makes the food taste that much better. We haven't been to their new location at The Dainty Armadillo YET, but we already know it's going to be just as epic. Woodneck is one of those rare spots that truly cares about quality, freshness, and creativity which you can taste in every bite! If you haven't checked them out yet, do yourself a favor -- go hungry and prepare to be impressed!

Woodneck Kitchen is located on the Dainty Dillo patio. Gonna…read morestart by giving a huge shoutout to the guys who own/work there. SO SUPER NICE & FUNNY! The food is freaking good, friends. When they tell you the $5 basket of well-seasoned fries is enough for two people, listen to them. This was definitely a case of "eyes bigger than stomach". I ate maybe six fries from my basket while my boyfriend put a substantial dent in his. I had the cheeseburger on a sub roll and ate the whole darn thing! In all honesty, we should have shared a basket of fries and the burger. The beef was seasoned and cooked to perfection allowing all of the burger toppings to converge together in my mouth for a flavor explosion. Boyfriend had the falafel sandwich; double patty. Took a bite (of course) and boom...goodness! I'm still so full, now that I'm home I can't move. I'm done.

I've been to local foods twice and both times the food is fresh, the atmosphere is clean with good…read morevibes, and I leave with a happy belly to wrap it up. The first time I came the line for lunch was long and took a little while to get our food about 30mins. This second time I came in we were able to walk right in and order our food! The cashier was friendly and quick. For my vegetarians this place has food that is healthy, vegetables heavy AND DOESN'T lack flavor. Another cool thing about the restaurant is that the menu rotates due to the utilization of local grown foods in the area.

Ok let me tell ya I am a local goods STAN…read more Only dropped a star because I can't whole heartedly stand behind all the items on the menu.. I was disappointed with the chicken Caesar wrap which all of the food influencers have been pushing. The crunchy chicken sandwich is forever that GIRL tho.

Y'all need to check out ThunderCloud Subs if you want a seriously good sandwich for a great price…read more I ordered the Austin, and it did not disappoint. The chicken was really good, the bacon was tasty, and everything tasted fresh. Definitely ask which cheese is the more flavorful option and get that--it makes the sandwich even better. Also, note to self: ask for the spicy mustard on the side. It doesn't automatically come with it, but it was really good on the sandwich and added the perfect kick. One of the best sandwiches you can get without spending a fortune. Solid spot I'd gladly come back to.

I have been a fan of Thundercloud Subs for well over a decade when I was first introduced to them…read moreby my boyfriend. Simply put, they make an amazing sandwich. I don't know what it is, the fresh ingredients, the bread, all of it. There's something special in what they do. With that said, this is one of my preferred locations. They are all good but sometimes and only sometimes service and quality aren't as good at other locations. However, this one is always spot on and the one I patron the most.

We're here almost every day grabbing our cortadito and americano, and it's easily our favorite…read morecoffee spot. The coffee is always good. Strong, smooth, and just done right. The vibe is cozy and super welcoming. One of those places where you walk in and immediately feel comfortable, like it's familiar even if it's your first time. Elena, one of the co-owners, is usually there and she's the best. Super nice, really knows her coffee, and if you chat with her she can even teach you some Spanish. You can tell she genuinely cares about the place and the people who come in. Also don't leave without trying the ham and cheese empanadas. They're a must and go perfectly with the coffee. Cafe Nena'i is one of those spots we never get tired of coming back to.

This spot is so cute! And the empanadas and coffee are delicious! The empanadas are so yummy; I…read moreespecially enjoyed the pollo empanada. The jamon y queso empanada was a close second. I also liked the decor inside because the storefront is very unassuming. Service was welcoming, quick, and friendly.