Mexican · East Austin · James Beard Semifinalist · OpenTable Top 100 Brunch 2026
Chef Fermin Núñez's Austin masterclass in masa. Heirloom Mexican corn nixtamalized in-house becomes the foundation for suadero tacos, puffy tostadas, and the tamal Oaxaqueño. James Beard-nominated, Mi...
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Nixta Taqueria
Mexican · East Austin · James Beard Semifinalist
Tiny East Austin taqueria crafting inventive tacos on handmade blue corn tortillas. One of the most celebrated taquerias in the country.
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Valentina's Tex Mex BBQ
Tex-Mex BBQ · South Austin
The ultimate Austin mashup: world-class Central Texas BBQ meets Tex-Mex in a beloved south Austin trailer-turned-restaurant. Brisket tacos are transcendent.
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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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Este
Mexican / Seafood · East Austin
Instantly iconic East Austin eatery with a celebrated cold bar — oysters with salsa negra, shrimp aguachile — in a stylish bungalow.
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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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Nixta East Side
Mexican · East Austin
East Austin location of the acclaimed taco spot. Blue corn duck carnitas and seasonal specials.
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Comedor
Mexican · Downtown
Upscale contemporary Mexican restaurant downtown featuring wood-fired cooking, inventive moles, and an agave-forward bar program in a striking modern space.