A beloved East Austin restaurant in a converted laundromat serving creative American fare with Mediterranean influences, known for outstanding brunch.
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Dai Due
New American · East Austin
Butcher shop and restaurant celebrating Texas wild game, local produce, and the hunter-gatherer ethos. A cornerstone of Austin's farm-to-table movement.
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Mercado Sin Nombre
Mexican Cafe · East Austin · Michelin Bib Gourmand 2025, James Beard Semifinalist 2026
East Austin cafe exploring heirloom Mexican corn and specialty coffee. The 100-hour biscuit and masa twinkie earned national acclaim.
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Lutie's Garden Restaurant
New American · Hyde Park
Husband-and-wife team Bradley Nicholson and Susana Querejazu run this chef's-garden destination at Commodore Perry Estate. Hyper-seasonal Texas heritage cuisine with ingredients from the restaurant's ...
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Veracruz All Natural
Mexican · East Austin · Food Network Top 5 Tacos in America
Sisters Reyna and Maritza Vazquez built an Austin taco empire from a tiny trailer. Migas tacos and fresh corn tortillas are iconic.
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Fonda San Miguel Brunch
Mexican Fine Dining · North Austin
The legendary Sunday brunch buffet at Fonda San Miguel with interior Mexican dishes, fresh ceviche, and made-to-order omelets in a beautiful hacienda setting. An Austin tradition since 1975.
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Aba Austin
Mediterranean · South Congress
Lettuce Entertain You's Texas outpost brings modern Mediterranean cooking to South Congress with a sprawling rooftop patio.
Downtown modern Mexican restaurant with a gorgeous patio and one of Austin's best margarita programs. The menu blends traditional Mexican recipes with Texas ingredients. Weekend brunch is popular for ...
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Perla's Seafood & Oyster Bar
Seafood / Oyster Bar · South Congress · OpenTable Top 100 Brunch 2026
South Congress seafood restaurant with one of Austin's most coveted patios — shaded by heritage oaks and perfect for people-watching. Gulf oysters, lobster rolls, and fresh fish in a coastal-chic sett...