There's a big line when you arrive which I'm told is usual. They are very fast and efficient and it…read moregoes quickly. You can order beer and margaritas while waiting. There's a QR code to scan while in line to help you with your order. It's then cafeteria style to order when you get to the front. The staff are very helpful and friendly. Unfortunately, both the pork ribs and brisket were way too fatty for me. Sauce and potato salad were good, but not enough for me to return. Shockingly pricy. Fun atmosphere with both indoor and outdoor seating.

Food was great, staff was great and Gabby was great! I'd come back anytime with the familyread more

Riley, our server, was amazing and great vibes!!!! We loved the three spread (feta, humus, and…read morespicy) and the potatoes were delicious!

This is one of the few places in town where I know I'm guaranteed to have an amazing experience…read more There are no misses on the menu, everything is pretty much assured to be absolutely delicious. There's really nothing to complain about, the patio and interior are stunning and transport you out of south congress. Service has always been prompt and good, they always refill the pita when you're running low. My personal favorites are the steak frites and the eggplant dip, seriously SO good. Everytime I come here I look forward to the next time I can go again

Love old school burger joints! And its way better than the one next door! Quick and friendly…read moreservice. 3.5 stars

There's something so nostalgic about this outdated custard and burger stand that reminds me of…read moreyester year. Set on Barton Spring, Sandy's is no frills. Service is straight forward and they offer burgers, hot dogs, corn dogs, shakes, malts, sundaes and cones. Sandy's Thursday special or $7.49 for a 1/4 lb burger, fries and a coke. Sandy's is dandy.

My first night in Austin I knew I had to find some good tacos and Taqueria De Diez certainly…read moredelivered. This place is clearly loved by locals. As I was leaving my hotel I bumped into some coworkers outside and mentioned I was heading here for dinner. A person passing by overheard me and stopped to rave about how they're the best tacos you can get in Texas. The speakeasy feel was awesome and relatively easy to find despite this being my first visit to Austin. I had the carne asada tacos and they were delicious. I also ordered a side of chips and salsa but my weak tastebuds embarassingly couldn't handle the spice. Seating was limited but I was carrying out anyways. Will definitely return when I'm back in Austin!

Who would've thought that a taqueria tucked away in an unassuming alley would have some of the best…read moretacos in Austin? The first thing you'll see when entering is a bar. Go through another door, and you'll find a small dining area and a hallway with a sign showing you where to order. After you place your order, they'll give you a ticket. Be sure to hand the ticket to one of the cooks; otherwise you won't get your food. We got the carne asada tacos, adobada (pastor) taco, and carne asada volcan. Everything was seriously delicious, rich, and flavorful. The meat was juicy and tender, and they were very generous with the portions. If all the seats inside are taken inside the restaurant, you can dine in the bar area or outside in the alley. This taco speakeasy spot is so good, we came back the next day with our friends. We will definitely be back in the future!

Duck enchiladas with mole sauce were awesome! Chips and salsa were homemade and delicious. Tacos…read moregreat and yummy margaritas. We had a wonderful server too. Ambiance very laid back but cute.

That rush hour traffic in Austin is lethal. If it starts raining too, oh buddy, what a nightmare…read more Eventually you'll make it to your destination and if it's half as good as El Alma, it'll be a sigh of relief. I've driven by El Alma many times being in the Austin area, but I never went until last Thursday, and after surviving a brief monsoon, I was glad to get a few drinks and eat some good TexMex with my large party just before a wedding. The best way to describe El Alma is that it is TexMex that is Austinified. Everything feels a little more unique and special than your classic TexMex options. I started off with a Mezcal Margarita that put a little hair on my chest and got me going. My group ordered two of their Nachitos, which were these nice nachos. For my main entrée, I got 3 Al Pastor tacos on corn with a side of their rice and beans. Their pastor was served with pineapples, onions, and cilantro with limes on the side. They were great and I immediately crushed them all. I thought their rice and beans were pretty good as well and a step above the typical TexMex rice and beans. The server was pretty attentive throughout our whole visit, and I honestly have no complaints about what they had to offer. Pricing on the meal and drinks was pretty standard for Austin, and I didn't think anything really took me out of the experience. On top of that, for being in Barton Springs, there is quite a bit of parking. I would love to come back at some point in the future and hang out on their rooftop bar because that seems like a lot of fun. Shoutout to El Alma for being a TexMex oasis saving me from the MoPac traffic. RIYL: TexMex, but better than your average

This place gets super busy being along South Congress but service is relatively quick. Note there…read moreis a line outside but also you can order from inside at the cash register. I tried their cheese pizza and honestly this felt like New York quality being a thin slice. I felt lucky that the batch I received had just come out hot.

If this was really Home Slice, they'd just let me live here. I wish I could... The pizza is super…read moredelicious! It's New York style- thin crust, cranked out fresh, hot and fast, by the slice or the whole pie. Order at the window- they have a full pizza menu, but a handful for slices for cowboys on the move. It's prolly one of the cheaper places on SoCo to get your grub on, and the people watching here is pretty far out. The best spots to eat at are under the umbrellas out front, facing South Congress Street. You won't wait long for a slice. Check out the Brooklyn mural inside. My favorite thing about this place, other than this pizza, is the Willie Nelson mural. The toppings are about what you'd expect- the pepperoni is not heaped like a meatlover's pizza or something obnoxious- more thoughtfully and tastefully placed. There aren't strange flavors like sheep's cheese and apple, like you might expect to find on some Austin pizzas. Instead, it's just margherita, cheese, pepperoni for the to go. (I think...)

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.

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.

Came here with a large 25 person group all from out of town and it exceeded expectations. Our…read morewaitress McKenna was super sweet and gave great recommendations. Since we ordered basically one of everything - here are our recommendations. Appetizers GET THIS: 1. Corn dog shrimp (think shrimp tempura) - light, flavorful, crunchy YUM 2. Cathead biscuits NOT THAT: 1. Street corn queso dip not a favorite for our table. The cheese tasted thick and plastic like... Velveeta vibes... not much flavor Meals GET THIS: 1. Hangar Steak 2. Creole shrimp & grits 3. Chicken fried steak Not that: 1. Horseradish crusted salmon - I didn't try it but the two people who ordered at our table were disappointed and wished they would've gotten one of the above Desserts GET THIS: 1. Bread pudding was delicious! Not overly sweet & the added white chocolate gives it that dazzle dazzle 2. Chocolate Espresso Brownie - perfection NOT THAT: 1. Banana cream pudding. This was a no for the table because it was over the top sweet (I think because of the added butterscotch) 2. Peanut Butter Mousse Pie super super thick & sweet. Didn't taste much other than PB - it was like eating a giant spoonful of it and trying to swallow.

We had a group here for dinner and were excited to try it, due to reviews. The ambience is lively,…read moreloud, and buzzy. Looked super fun. Service was good, no issues there. Friendly staff overall. The food fell flat for almost all of us. The salads were fresh and good. However, the ribs were below average. Cornbread was stale and not tasty. Biscuits tasted more like firm bread and not at all flaky/soft. That seemed weird to all of us. Chicken fried steak was soggy and not crispy. Drinks were ok. Not quite sure why the food was subpar, but there were 10 of us who all agreed we wouldn't return for food. There is a swanky little cozy speakeasy in the basement that may be good? We didn't try that.

Visited Two Hands on Congress for weekend brunch. It is an Australian restaurant known for fresh,…read moredelicious food, cocktails, and coffee. Parking is challenging as there are only paid parking options. The restaurant was very busy and it was an hour wait to be seated at a table. We were added to the wait list and of course my cell phone battery died so could not be notified. The host was understanding that I kept following up. The wait was a bit long due to weather preventing outdoor seating. They have both indoor and outdoor seating options. We were seated in the indoor dining area. The ambiance is very lively and bright for a happy vibe. Our sever was very friendly and attentive and happy to offer recommendations about the menu options. Started out with The Calm Before the Storm cocktail with smoky mezcal with bright grapefruit and lime, softened by chamomile syrup and a subtle bitters finish. Had a Smokey flavor profile that was still refreshing and complemented my meal. I ended up seeing another cocktail that looked appealing so I ordered the Paloma as well that was citrusy with fresh grapefruit slices. For food, the Breakfast Burrito was packed and flavorful with fluffy scrambled eggs, crispy hash browns, mushrooms, avocado, jalapeño, and melty cheese. The tomatillo sauce tied everything together perfectly with just the right amount of tang. The standout for me was the Steak & Egg. The seared Wagyu steak was tender and cooked beautifully, paired with a crispy hash brown and sunny egg that made every bite rich and satisfying. Even the mixed greens with anchovy dressing felt elevated instead of like an afterthought. Great atmosphere for brunch, quality ingredients, and cocktails that actually feel creative. Definitely will return for brunch at some point as the experience exceeded my expectations.

Super cute inviting diner/cafe. They have light delicate cocktails that pair perfectly with their…read morelighter fare. I really liked that it wasn't a huge and heavy menu. The sandwich was just a really well made basic sandwich. Nothing fancy. So a little pricey but also nice that it's smaller portions and seems to use really fresh ingredients.

Amazing wood-burning oven pizza…read more Venue: order and pick up style. Few small tables. Service: not a full service type of place as you order and pick up but everyone here were very friendly. All I can say is "wow" - what a craft pizza. The dough was perfect - crispy outside and chewy. I got hot honey pepperoni which I thought I was being bold ordering something unusual but I had a taste profile in my head which will go and uniquely and I am so glad I ordered it because it was beyond my expectations of how delicious hot honey pepperoni pizza. It was perfectly Sweet and salty. Margarita pizza was amazing too- perfect portions which rich in flavor. I'm glad we stopped by here while we are in DT Austin. Highly recommend to stop by for an amazing pie! Price: reasonable

Da mN good pizza…read more Of the best U. S. Neapolitano pizzas I have had. And I've been to Naples. We had a fun time in the dough room surrounded by pizza making stuff. Staff was super friendly and knew how to play the game for the passers through. Good time here. Oh yeah, good food too. CritDicks