Even so, it might seem like a daunting task to sift through all of the run-of-the-mill businesses just to find the cream of the crop. That’s why we’ve done all of the hard work and investigating for you so you can get down to business and do what you do best – that is, chow down on some delectable, mouth-watering, tasty goodness. Watch this video in its entirety to see what we think are the best restaurants and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer. We promise you that by the end of the video not only will your mouth be watering, but you’ll be pulling up directions to one of these eateries fully prepared to hand them your money. And you know what? It’ll be worth it because Austin is a foodies paradise. Every neighborhood is packed full of unique, delicious, and not to mention predominately very affordable cuisine.
Viewcation aims to answer one crucial question that might be swimming around your inquisitive mind right about now. What’s a decent restaurant to go to in Austin, Texas?
Austin is well known for having some of the finest eateries in the nation. Sure New York, Chicago, and LA are well-known for their exquisite eats, but the city that loves to ‘Keep it Weird’ also knows how to dish out some seriously tasty grub. There are countless food trucks, diners, dives, as well as all sorts of different classier establishments to chose from in the Bat City. But not all of these offerings are created equal. And a few palette-pleasing restaurants clearly outshine the rest.
Even so, it might seem like a daunting task to sift through all of the run-of-the-mill dining establishments just to find the cream of the crop. That’s why we’ve done all of the hard work and investigating for you so you can get down to business and do what you do best – that is, chow down on some delectable, mouth-watering, tasty goodness. Keep watching to see what we think are the best restaurants and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer.
Julie’s Noodles
This Chinese cuisine food truck turned North Austin restaurant is brought to you by chef Julie Hong, and she is dishing out the most wonderfully thick, chewy, and mesmerizing noodle dishes. Julie’s noodle soups are just what the doctor ordered on colder days or when you need a little pick-me-up. The lamb stew is especially pleasing. To liven up your dining experience, add an order of their soup dumplings – which in our humble opinion are some of the best you can get in all of Austin. Julie’s is open for dine-in or take-out orders which you can place online.
Slab BBQ & Beer
Featuring burly BBQ sandwiches that are out of this world, this casual eatery owned by restaurateur Raf Robinson has what you carnivores out there crave. Their mind-bogglingly tasty offerings range from the Notorious P.I.G, with tender pulled pork and mustard slaw, to the unforgettable B.C.B.C, stuffed with smokey brisket and chicken breast.
Slab BBQ is a place where the vibrant, smoky sauces are just as crucial of ingredients as the smoked meats that they accentuate. If you’re craving something other than a sandwich, they’ve got standards like pork ribs, BBQ rice bowls, nachos, and all sorts of mouth-watering sides such as their downright decadent brisket-studded mac and cheese. Are you hungry yet? If so, you can place an order with Slab BBQ for pick-up or delivery online or over the phone. They’ve also recently re-opened for indoor or patio dining service.
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And don’t go anywhere just yet, stay tuned to learn all about a Korean joint that will leave you absolutely speechless, but first check this out! Keep watching to see what we think are the best restaurants in Austin and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer.
Via 313
Detroit, Michigan might be some 1,400 miles away from Austin, but that doesn’t mean you’ll have to journey that far to get an authentic Detroit-style pizza. Foodies Brandon and Zane Hunt make some of the tastiest pizza pies in town which you can enjoy at one of their restaurants or food trucks. Their thick crusts make for the perfect foundation for hot, melty cheese, zesty sauce, and an assortment of your favorite toppings. Build your own or try one of their specialties pies like the Omnivore which features a balance of both premium meats and fresh vegetables or the Cadillac which incorporates a unique sweetness by infusing the sauce with fig preserves.
Via 313 has three physical locations at East Sixth, North Campus, and Oak Hills which have reopened for either indoor or outdoor dining in addition to operating multiple food trucks. Pickup or delivery orders can be placed online. Keep watching to see what we think are the best restaurants in Austin and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer.
Seoulju Korean Kitchen and Bar
If you’re in Austin and craving some truly remarkable Korean fare, look no further than this splendid restaurant in North Lamar owned and operated by John Lee and his mother, chef Mi Kang. Their menu features Korean classics like marinated fried chicken to beef bulgogi rice places to kimchi pancakes. Yes, you heard us right, kimchi pancakes, and they are to die for.
But with all of those tantalizing options available to jolt your taste buds, don’t miss out on the hot pots. Their loaded spicy rice cake hot pot is the kind of thing that dreams are made of. Of course, Seoulju offers curbside pickup and takes orders online, but they are also open for indoor or patio dining if you prefer. Keep watching to see what we think are the best restaurants in Austin and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer.
JewBoy Burgers
Don’t let the name throw you off, Mo Pittle of El Paso is celebrating his Jewish heritage with this eclectic food truck-tuned restaurant in the North Loop neighborhood. But don’t be mistaken, this diner-esque establishment is far from Kosher with their burgers and burritos packed full of beef, cheese, and Hatch green chiles. Round out your meal with delicious latkes and a side of queso. Orders can be placed online and the dining room and patio are open for those looking to dine-in.
Bufalina Due
Get ready to experience one of the most stimulating dining experiences of your life with Steven Dilley’s Brentwood pizzeria. Bufalina’s artisan Neopolitan pies are simple and elegant but guaranteed to keep you coming back for more. Try their classic Margherita or one of their specialties like the anchovy nduja or one of their weekend-only Sicilians. Wine lovers will appreciate their unique yet affordable bottles as well curated by wine aficionado Rania Zayyat. Orders for pick-up can be placed online or you can swing by to dine in either indoors or out on their cozy patio. Keep watching to see what we think are the best restaurants in Austin and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer.
The Peached Tortilla
Yet again, we have another crowd-favorite food truck that got to be so popular that owner Eric Silverstein was able to open a restaurant version of his south-Asian concept in Allandale. The menu here features dishes that expand upon the comfort foods that made his food truck such a success in the first place. Silverstein delivers the goods with offerings like kimchi arancini balls, savory Hainan chicken, and a plethora of tacos, salads, and rice or noodle bowls that won’t disappoint. You can place your order for pickup or delivery online or if you prefer, the restaurant has reopened for patio or indoor dining service.
Quality Seafood Market
The tried and true, well-established staple of North Loop Marketplace owned by Carol Huntsberger, utilizes its fresh seafood supply for its counter-service eatery. Quality Seafood Market features a robust menu of fresh oysters, shrimp, blackened or grilled fish, and po’boys that quite possibly could put New Orleans’ to shame. An illuminated blackboard informs prospective diners as to what the catch of the day and specials are, and the environment, while not being upscale by any means, is lively and engaging.
The market offers pickup orders which you can place over the phone or dine-in service indoors. Keep watching to see what we think are the best restaurants in Austin and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer.
Foreign & Domestic
Chefs Sarah Heard and Nathan Lemley are co-owners of this truly remarkable North Loop restaurant. They offer up a fresh take on American menu items spruced up with a dash of modern ingenuity. Your stomach will thank you after trying their leek risotto or their venison tartare. Diners with an adventurous streak might enjoy their offal offerings. Pickup and delivery orders through DoorDash can be placed online. They are also open for indoor or patio dining as well.
Hoover’s Cooking
If you’ve got a hankering for some good old-fashioned southern soul food, look no further than this Cherrywood eatery that’s been owned and operated by chef Hoover Alexander for the last 20 years. Hoover’s menu features classic comfort foods that are brought to the pate with exceptionally high standards. From chicken fried steak to fried chicken to sweet, homey pies that could honestly compete with your grandmothers, this comfortable, unassuming restaurant is sure to bring a smile to your face and warmth to your belly.
Hoover’s has reopened for dine-in service and orders can be placed for pickup or delivery online or over the phone.Keep watching to see what we think are the best restaurants in Austin and food trucks that the great city of Austin has to offer.
Kome
From the creators of the once-popular but now defunct food truck Sushi A-Go-Go, Take and Kayo Asazu, comes a fully realized restaurant in North Loop featuring unique takes on staple Japanese dishes. In addition to dishing out some of the most delicious and not mention affordable sushi and rolls in the city, Kome also offers up dishes like bento boxes for those in search of a little bit of everything to loaded donburi bowls. Might we recommend the Hokkaidon bowl which is packed full of salmon, ikura, and scallops? Curbside pickup is available and orders can be placed online.
L’Oca d’Oro
This Mueller Italian eatery co-owned by Chef Fiore Tedesco, serves up gourmet, house-made pastas and perfectly prepared vegetables. Co-owner and GM Adam Orman has been a fierce proponent of restaurant worker’s rights and their well-being for quite some time, but especially during the pandemic. Pickup orders can be placed online and the restaurant is currently open for only outdoor dining at this time.
Taste of Ethiopia II
The acclaimed Pflugerville Ethiopian dining house owned by Woinee Mariam has expanded into the St. Edwards neighborhood. There’s an almost overwhelming array of East African dishes and delicacies available to arouse your palette, but fear not, everything we’ve tried here has been exquisite. Their menu features offerings like stews, spiced meats – of which the chicken doro wot is out of this world – and simmered veggies.
Everything is served with a round sponge-like bread called injera that is the perfect vehicle for soaking up juices. Try the sampler platter to experience a wide range of flavors and wash it down with some tangy, yet floral honey wine. Curbside orders can be placed over the phone and the restaurant is open for dine-in guests as well.
We don’t know about you, but we’re starting to get awfully hungry talking about all of these dank eats which means that we’re pretty much out of time for this video. Hopefully, you now have a few new lunch and dinner ideas to dive on into next time you’re in Austin. And if you’re an Austin local, you have no idea how lucky you are to live in such a foodies paradise of a city.
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