Mr Natural

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had the Agua chiles , the quesadilla, the sweet potato's and there tacos !! Highly recommend…read moregetting a couple of plates ! The food was great and the service was as well. I would highly recommended a visit! The fish was fresh , the drinks were good and the desert was amazing !

For my money, the best restaurant in Austin…read more I know this may sound cliché, but every dish is absolutely fantastic - from something as 'simple' as the guacamole to the mouthwatering suadero tacos (get them and thank me later). They even have kitchen staff whose sole job is to make tortillas so they're always fresh, which shows their attention to detail. The service is always delightful - with thoughtful, charming, and considerate front of the house staff and, I'm certain, hardworking, proficient back of the house. The place is beautiful and the ambiance is perfect for anything from happy hour drinks to a special occasion. I brought my mom here for Mother's Day and we had a terrific time. I will absolutely continue celebrating every special occasion here.

2.1 mi•Bouldin Creek, So-Fi (S. 1st St. District), 78704 (South Austin)

Cool vibe

Tlayuda de Hongos

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Tlayuda de Hongos (mushrooms)

Bouldin Creek Cafe

4.5(3.1k reviews)

The food was amazing. It was a bit of a wait, but totally worth it. The staff was very polite and…read morecorteous.

Food Get the blueberry corn bread. It was so good and we…read morehad to get two. Hopefully your dining companions do not drown in butter like mine did. They have plenty of vegan options and the menu is fully vegetarian. The pasta was so good and the burger was great. Cornbread was the highlight of the menu. Service Fast and friendly service. Our server managed a few tables on top of what we think was a large bachelorette party. It is Austin after Ambiance Got seated on their outdoor covered patio. I like that they have a buzzer when your table is ready. There will likely be a line, but there are places to sit down and WiFi while you wait

Center room

Purple cloud

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Purple Cloud

Arlo's Junior

4.4(682 reviews)

I hadn't had Arlo's in 7 years just about, but during a business trip I was craving a good vegan…read moreburger. I had the pleasure of speaking with the owner prior to my arrival. He had given me new updates on what's changed to Arlo's. He told me that they are no longer a good truck and moved to the ghost kitchen set-up out of the Lovebirds bar. He told me to order via the website and pick up at a side window. He even told me to call him back if the food isn't good. I ensured him that his food was the bomb diggity so there would be no need for a follow-up call. Whew Chile, if you're ever craving a BBQ burger, don't pass up the sweet, spicy, messy, and fulfilling goodness of this burger. Pair it with the tots and you got yourself a delicious meal. Speaking of the tots they are perfectly seasoned with salt. Big, juicy, thick ass burger. So good that you'd be in a food coma if you finish every bite in one sitting. Luckily I couldn't subject myself to continuous bed rest, I saved some for later so that I can continue to savor the luscious goodness. Absolute best as always!

Everything was good. The service nice. The environment was cozy. I really enjoyed the experience…read more The only thing I would suggest that the food be brought out to the customer. I was a first time guest and I don't realize that I would have to go out the building to a side window. My food had been ready for about 12 minutes and I didn't realize because I was expecting it to come out to me or at least have my name called when it was ready. You order through a QR code.

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Inside eating area

The Vegan Nom

4.4(657 reviews)

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.

Taco Al pastor and kbbq taco ($5.50 each)

KBBQ Taco

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Nasha

3.8(589 reviews)

0.5 mi•East Austin

Really wanted to like this place for the Indian Mexican fusion but my meals have been pretty…read moreaverage both times I've eaten here. The best thing we had were the veggie samosas, really liked those. The dal soup was alright, lacking flavor and watery. The onion pakoda was exactly what you'd think, fried onion strings. I've had way better Shahi korma, tikka masala and chicken biryai and the jalapeño naan was interesting. It was just plain bread with jalapeños on it, no garlic or butter or anything else. Maybe I'm missing something and this is just part of the fusion, but it was not doing it for me. They do have a good happy hour if you want to come try them out!

A good first Nasha experience. Arrived at around 5:30pm on a Friday and there was only one other…read morecouple there. We had our choice of outdoor or indoor seats, and chose a spot outside on their wrap around patio. Tables were a bit wobbly and cement was cracked/uneven, but there was a charm to it. Our order was taken promptly! We got a lamb samosa (half off appetizers M-F from 4-7pm!), a couple of curries, a garlic naan, and a mango lassi. The curries were a little under-spiced and the lassi was a touch over sweet, but the garlic naan was amazing and the basmati rice was as perfectly cooked as any I've ever had! Portions were a touch small, but prices were fair. Our server was also incredibly kind and warm. I will definitely come back to try some other items off their expansive menu!

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True Food Kitchen

If you're looking for a completely seed oil-free restaurant, this is an excellent choice. All…read moredishes are prepared with avocado oil or olive oil, which really sets it apart. Any fried food is prepared with an air fryer. I also appreciated how the menu clearly lists the protein content for each item--a thoughtful and useful detail. The staff was friendly and welcoming, and my waiter, Rudy, was especially polite and professional. The ambiance is another highlight, with pleasant lighting and quiet outdoor seating in the later evening. Highly recommend!

Killian and his trainee were awesome and did a great job taking care of us! I loved my food and had…read morea great time!

Chopped Salad

Spicy Panang Curry Bowl

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Teriyaki Quinoa Bowl

Launderette

4.1(1.5k reviews)

We were staying near the Austin airport and wanted a great dinner spot that wasn't overly far. The…read moreLaunderette ended up being one of the highlights of the trip. The food was incredibly creative while still feeling approachable and shareable. Every dish felt thoughtful and unique without being overcomplicated. The burrata with curry was unreal, the beet hummus was packed with flavor, the shrimp was perfect, and the desserts completely lived up to the hype. One of those menus where you immediately want to order more just to try everything. The atmosphere is also part of what makes it special. Tucked into a former laundromat in a quiet neighborhood, it has that effortlessly cool Austin feel. It was charming, relaxed, and unexpected. And the staff truly elevated the experience. Warm, polished, knowledgeable, and attentive without ever feeling pretentious. Absolutely worth the short drive from the airport area.

Yum yum yum! Came for the first time for my friend's birthday brunch and was pleasantly surprised…read more Every single dish was packed with new flavors and combinations that just worked. The asparagus Benny just made so much sense when you think about it. Eggs Benedict requires hollandaise and asparagus with hollandaise is always delicious. Why not put it all together for the best benny I've had in a long time? Just delicious! Lattes were cute and the perfect start to a brunch meal. We added lavender to mine and a little brown sugar flavor to hers. Good stuff! Turkish egg? Yep, exactly what I was thinking. What in the world is that. I don't know if it was a traditional dish but what an explosion of flavor. Put it all together on a perfectly toasted piece of bread and bam! Perfect accompaniment to a perfect brunch. Last but not least the Salmon Gravlax. Looks simple but by no means did it taste simple. Caviar on a buttery spread. Spicy pickles, perfectly cooked egg, seasoned tomatoes, rye bread. None of these are special in themselves but when combined, yes! Amazingness! Oh and the service? Wonderful! Attentive, kind, knowledgeable and welcoming. Space? Super cute! Felt like we were in a vacation town somewhere in Florida. Very retro, cool. Loved everything about this place. Zero complaints. Millions of compliments. Highly recommend!

View of the bar/kitchen from bar seating!

Raspberry tart

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Fried shrimp

Intero Restaurant

4.6(654 reviews)

0.6 mi•East Austin

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Service was a 10/10, the hosts Sam and Emery were incredibly sweet ! They made our night! Our…read moreserver (she had glasses) was super knowledgeable on all the menu items and gave us a perfect dinner with wonderful suggestions! The focaccia is a must, favorite appetizer in Austin yet! And the pasta is amazing. Cannot wait to come back

Had an amazing birthday dinner here and honestly... I'm still thinking about it…read more We started with the burrata and beef carpaccio (both gone in about 3 minutes), then moved on to the bolognese and pork shoulder. No notes, just pure happiness. You can tell everything's made from scratch, but it still came out fast enough that we never had to stare dramatically at each other pretending not to be hungry. If you're a foodie or trying to impress a date, this place basically does the work for you.

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Brown butter cake

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Wood oven roasted beets

1618 Asian Fusion

4.7(4.1k reviews)

0.9 mi

Never tried pho before so I winged it by ordering brisket pho LOVED IT! I love the ambiance in the…read moredaytime nice and quiet the staff is super friendly you can tell there's a lot of love put into this restaurant.

Dim Sum, drinks, and service were all fantastic! Will definitely return for Dim Sum again.read more

Chicken Pineapple Fried Rice

Cheesecake flambé

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Pho Rib - Vietnamese beef broth with Filet Mignon, Grilled Ribs & a Vital Farm Egg.

Bread Boat

5.0(74 reviews)

0.5 mi•East Austin

It's my first time having Georgian food so I didn't really know what to expect but the boat looked…read morepretty cool so of course we had to try that! We got the beef, chicken, and also meat pie. There were also samples of the ideal cake and this was so good!! I want to get the full slice next time I come. The bread boat is like a better version of a pizza. The sauce and cheese are not mixed in yet and apparently you're supposed to mix them yourself and then dip the bread inside but I already devoured it all by the time I read the instructions LOL. It was still really good even without mixing. I'm normally not a fan of bread by itself but you can tell the sourdough is made fresh and you can see the staff rolling the dough. If I only had the meat pie, this would be 4 stars. The meat pie, while it is a big portion, it didn't have any sauce and tasted very salty. Bread boat is definitely the star! Love it. I was surprised that the restaurant is pretty small but it's nice for intimate gatherings.

soooooo delicious, warm hearty meat sauce with cheese and fresh baked bread cannot go wrong would…read morecome back so many more times they also have a honey walnut cake that is so sweet, slightly chewy that they bring out for free samples. ITS SOOOOOO LOVELY