I love Austin Restaurant Week because it allows you to try different cuisines at fixed prices for…read morelunch, brunch and dinner along with drink specials. Austin Restaurant Week takes place from August 28th through September 13th. First stop...Rollin Smoke BBQ, located in the Chalmers building, which filled with a crowd of people. I ordered a pull pork sandwich, mac-n-cheese and banana pudding. The pulled pork sandwich was huge, which I shared with the hubs. Quite honestly, I was full after eating 1/4 of the sandwich, which had cabbage, pickles and of course the pork (not the typical stringy pork but chunks of pork bursting with smokey flavor). The mac-n-cheese was substantial with cheese filled shell pasta with a hint of a smokey flavor. So yummy...Well, I might have eaten "all" the banana pudding. This was not your typical banana pudding (dense and flavorful). I certainly understand why they run out of this dessert. Service was superb! Great dining experience...

I have been craving Pork Belly Burnt Ends for the past few days and today, I was able to find a…read moregood parking spot at Chalmers Bar which houses Rollin Smoke BBQ. I order a very nice lite afternoon snack, 1/2 lb of Prime Pork Belly Burnt Ends, 1 Pork Sparerib, and a side of Boozy Brussels. The Prime Pork Belly Burnt Ends which are tossed in bourbon sauce and smoked again for a tender meat candy-like finish which was quite to the contrary, not overbearingly sweet, just a hint. The first time that I went to Rollin' Smoke, I wanted to order the Pork Spareribs but they weren't available so that's when I was introduced to the Pork Belly Burnt ends so today, I ordered just 1 Pork Sparerib today which was good but not great, sadly. I thoroughly enjoyed the Boozy Brussel Sprouts which were smoked and flashed fried, a balsamic glaze with whiskey soaked raisins and parmesan. I am definitely returning to check out the Half Chicken Plate with 2 small sides that I eyeballed.

I had the OG chicken slider and it exceeded my expectations by a mile! It was crispy on the outside…read moreand juicy on the inside. The slaw and sauce they put on it...man, I could eat this all day. I'm craving it as I'm writing this The bun was nice and soft like good ol southern comfort bread. The fries with special sauce were indeed special. I don't drink anymore so I know it didn't just taste this good because I was drunk I am definitely going to swing by again and I saw they were on door dash also they're open late so perfect for the late night craving also. The prices are really good too!

Best smash burger I have had Fresh & flavorful…read more Chicken tenders were dry though Would come back for the smash burger every time -

Gordeli is amazing! Great food and exceptional service. They really go above and beyond.read more

Good selection of food and desserts places! One Thai place, one gelato place, and one bbq place…read morewith a restroom. Overall a good experience!

My best friend strongly recommended this taco shop to try if I'm ever in Austin, stating it's her…read morefav taco place so of course I had high expectations. The place is tucked behind a bar and the seating area is in an outdoor area. It didn't take a long time for the tacos to be ready, less than ten minutes. The tacos were delicious! I loved the beef taco, the meat was well seasoned and the tortilla was fresh. Normally I really don't like pulled pork anything so I was worried of the carnitas but my friend insisted I try it and I'm glad that I did. It was chopped enough that I didn't notice it's pulled pork and it has some nice crunch in it as well. I liked the beef taco so much that I came back for another. While the tacos are on the pricier end, I feel it's worth it. I'd definitely recommend this taco shop :)

Shady business! They have an automatic 20% service fee for all orders, whether you order at the…read morecounter or on their app. They hide this service fee under "taxes and fees." Then they prompt you for an additional tip, hoping you didn't catch that you were already charged. I'm sure so many people have been scammed and double tipped. One small taco will cost you $10 with their scammy fees.

If a walking talking donut existed, you likely would not find it at Gourdough's food trailer…read more However, they do have some mutant large and incredibly creative sweet and savory donuts. The hubs and I decided to split the Big Elvis donut with house made peanut butter icing, fresh grilled bananas, grilled bacon and honey). What is not to like about this combination of ingredients? This savory donut's base was Gourdough's (play on words) signature sourdough donut and then layered with each of the ingredients. The layering of ingredients and flavors created a 5-alarm palate explosion. The donut was delicious...better and better with each bite. Wow, wow, wow! Crunch...flavor...smokiness...crunch...flavor...smokiness! We have not had a donut quite like this one. Maria, our donut chef, boldly told us that it was going to be best donut we had ever eaten. Such a bold claim...however, Maria came with "receipts". Total donut nirvana... Gourdough's is in a food truck park with ample seating outside and a few of cushioned love seats. Superb experience...

Gourdough's is an Austin staple and one of the best dessert spots in atx. Consistent. Reliable…read more Packed with flavor and texture. Their donuts come in a regular and mini size. I prefer the mini but they're sold out a lot which shows you how spectacular this place is. My go to is the nutty valentine. The donut is always warm, fresh, and crispy. And the toppings of Nutella, cinnamon, and strawberries adds dimension & the perfect story. There is plenty of patio seating and lots of parking outside. There can be a line on the weekends and they tend to sell out so keep that in mind. The staff is friendly and service is quick!

I moved to Austin about a month ago, and I've already lost count on how many times I've eaten here…read more It is SO GOOD!! I've also already brought friends and family to try it! The breakfast tacos have a flavor I've never been able to get at home. I don't know how they cook everything! The 3am is by far my favorite taco with that breakfast sausage that tastes like real meat. I've also gotten the "beef" nachos maybe three times. I'm constantly craving those. The food truck park is a cute area with lots of tables and fans. The staff is always friendly and the food comes out fast even when they're busy.

Food Good, but found it too expensive for our taste. The…read morerunny egg they had in the chilliques taco was really good. The chorizo was nothing to write about. Service The guy working the truck seemed to be high while taking our orders and making food. That must explain why tacos are $7, they were decently large and that runny age was good. It also took ages to make and get our food. I know vegan food does tend to take longer because of the care process, but this was another level. They did not call our names when the food was ready and it took ages. We even came to check on our food a few times and it was not ready. Ambiance Food truck in the middle of an empty lot. There are quite a few other trucks, but they were all pretty expensive. Bathrooms are decent onsite and there area few tables around the here you can eat. Honestly meh on the location and truck food.

5 stars without a doubt ! Food was amazing, service…read moreincredible, truck was down the street in an accessible area, wait time not bad, flavors on point, portion size reasonable, prices reasonable, setting is nice and there's places you can eat outside. Friendly service.

I sat down yesterday to eat a $13 lunch special: brown stew chicken, rice and peas, steamed…read morecabbage, and plantain, and bit into a piece of chicken that was refrigerator cold. Not lukewarm. Cold. I bit it a second time because I genuinely couldn't believe it. Meanwhile, the rice was so hot it was still visibly steaming from what I can only assume was a microwave, drowned in a watery gravy I never asked for, next to the old cabbage with solidified liquid. I brought the plate back to the counter, explained the chicken was refrigerator cold, and asked them to reheat it. I'm writing this today with an upset stomach. I wish I could say this was a one-time issue. It's not. I've been trying this restaurant, on and off, for over 15 years, and I kept giving them chance after chance because I wanted so badly for it to be good. I first met the owner when he ran a food truck, before the restaurant existed. I was excited; there weren't many Jamaicans in Austin at the time, and I was happy to support one. The rice and peas was so bad I threw the plate away. Years later, I tried the restaurant location. I ordered curry goat, took it to my car, and found the meat flavorless, fatty, and poorly trimmed; basically inedible. I threw it away in the parking lot. I later ordered oxtail through Uber Eats: flavorless again, poorly prepped meat, and an actual rock in the rice and peas. I tried introducing the child to Jamaican food with one of their beef patties, and it was dry and flavorless. Yesterday I ordered the "safest" thing on the menu, brown stew chicken, specifically because I no longer trust myself to spend real money on anything more ambitious here. I still got food that had clearly been microwaved and reheated unevenly, served with a piece of chicken that was still cold. Are we really selling microwaved leftovers out of an established restaurant with a huge kitchen? Jamaican food is something our culture takes real pride in. This restaurant has had a decade and a half to get it right, and instead I've watched it consistently cut corners on seasoning, on prep, and now on basic food safety. I don't say this lightly: if you want real Jamaican food, this isn't where you'll find it, and depending on the day, what you're served may not even be handled safely.

Always great food. Never had anything bad from here, no matter which location. Don't forget to…read moreorder your salsa.

A great casual spot to stop by for a burrito craving in Austin! Diego at register really helped us…read moreselect which burrito we should choose and recommended some hot sauce selections for us. They have different variety of hot sauces and they were all equally yummy with various degree of spiciness. The burrito was incredibly filling and delicious. So much so that my boyfriend was able to finish his whole burrito and one sitting, but I was only able to finish half. Yummyyy

This review is for the new upcoming brick and mortar mam mam! They're currently partnering w Smalls…read moreWine Bar and soft launching their new spectacular menu. Small's knows how to make a damn good pizza. Thin, perfectly crispy, and slightly chewy. The pad kra pow pizza was just alright to me. It's a bit dry and too salty for my taste, maybe the rice soaks up the saltiness better than pizza dough. It's a more one dimensional flavor with a hint of fish sauce. The osso bucco was what I was looking more forward to. It didn't disappoint. The beef was fork tender and barely required any chewing at all. The curry was coconuty and lemongrass forward which is my favorite! The roti that came with this dish is the best roti I've ever had in my entire life. In a world full of various flat breads, I've usually thought roti doesn't compare to some of the other options, but I kid you not, my jaw dropped ripping into this roti. So flaky and buttery!! Must get for every table The che bap honey butter toast is a novel fusion dish compared to what's typically done. I was thoroughly impressed. They captured the essence of Che bap perfectly. The toasted coconut added a perfect crunch to each bite. It took a while to come out as a heads up. It was about $90 with tip and tax for 2, so a tad expensive, but overall done well.

I checked this place out due to a special they were having. I can't recall the Vietnamese name but…read moreit's a fried rice cake and egg dish! I really liked it but I do wish the rice cake was crispier--we did pre order and I'm not sure if that impacted the texture. My husband got the broken rice dish which I thought was good but he prefers a traditional, non-rib style. This place is a big hidden in Springdale General and occupies a small corner. I hadn't been in this area for a hot minute but it's developed into quite a bustling food court with other small businesses to check out around the area. Their menu is small but follow on Instagram for any special dishes!

Okay, so I fell in love with pao de queijo at a Brazilian street fair in NYC and have been looking…read morefor something like it ever since. Despite other baking and cooking successes, I have failed to replicate this at home. Here is Lua Brazil, casually filling a stall at the farmer's market downtown, offering samples. Even in 80 degree heat, they were terrific! Slightly crisp but dense and chewy. What makes them EVEN BETTER are all their inventive flavors - Power Bread (dairy free *gasp* with chia seeds and turmeric!), Black Truffle, Chocolate, Ghost Pepper... there were so many! Thank goodness they let you mix and match if you want to buy a (frozen) dozen at the farmer's market.

The worst Brazilian Cheese bread I have ever tasted! Please do not waste your money! Portions are…read moreinconsistent and it is never fresh. It is always frozen.