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Downtown Austin Restaurants

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NAME INFO CUISINE COST DESCRIPTION
15th Street Cafe 303 W. 15th, 478-7000 American Cafe $25-40 Located inside the DoubleTree Guest Suites, the cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Try the Sunday buffet.
1886 Cafe & Bakery 604 Brazos, 391-7121 American Cafe, Bakery/Coffeehouse, Desserts, Take-Out $10-25
219 West 219 W. Fourth, 474-2194 Bars, Live Music, Pub Grub $25-40 An attractive, comfortable place with exceptional small-dish food, great drinks, and a stunning wine list. They also have a 16-foot, hi-def TV and lots of beer specials.
Ale House at Olde Pecan St. Cafe 310 E. Sixth, 474-6722 Bars, Pub Grub $10-25 For more than 30 years, this Sixth Street fixture has weathered ownership changes and an evolving "entertainment district" with good food, good drink, and good times.
Ancho's Restaurant 701 Brazos, 320-5858 Fine Dining $25-40 This pleasant dining room in the atrium of the Omni Hotel offers a Southwestern menu and a dynamite Sunday brunch with waffle and omelet stations.
Apple Annie's Cafe 221 W. Sixth, 472-1884 Bakery/Coffeehouse $10-25 "Underground" in the Chase Bank Tower, this convenient local eatery has a lovely outdoor courtyard for lunchtime relaxation.
Aquarelle Restaurant Français 606 Rio Grande, 479-8117 Fine Dining, French $40+ Fine dining in a quietly understated atmosphere. Traditional French service and preparations, often using fresh local ingredients. A special-occasion place with china, crystal, and romantically dim lighting.
Aquarelle's Wine Bar 606 Rio Grande, 479-8117 Fine Dining, French $25-40 If you're looking for a hasty, yet sophisticated repast, this new wine bar at Austin's premier purveyor of the French experience is the ticket. Enjoy a tasty meal and fun wines in an elegant atmosphere before or after your evening on the town.
Arirang Sushi 616 E. Sixth, 480-2211 Japanese $10-25 Popular with both touring and local bands, this spot offers perfectly decent sushi at relatively low prices. The Spider Roll is a standout, but don't miss the vegetarian choices.
Arturo's Bakery & Cafe 314 W. 17th, 469-0380 Bakery/Coffeehouse Under $10 Shouldered in between El Mercado and Galeria Sin Fronteras, you'll find Mexican fare, sandwiches, burgers, smoothies ... and knockwurst!
Austin Farmers' Market Downtown Republic Square Park, Fourth & Guadalupe, 236-0074
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Groceries, Locally Produced
Austin Farmers' Market Downtown Fourth and Guadalupe, 236-0074 Groceries, Locally Produced
Austin Java City Hall Cafe 301 W. Second #100, 481-9400
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Bakery/Coffeehouse, Tex-Mex
Austin Land & Cattle Co. 1205 N.Lamar, 472-1813 Live Music, Steakhouse $25-40 Elegant ambience and service, with first-rate steaks at quite reasonable prices. Particular care is taken with the sides, making for a complete experience. Excellent wine list.
Austin's Pizza 800 W. 12th, 795-8888
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Pizza $10-25 $10-25 This upstart takes aim at the big delivery chains by offering large two-topping pizzas – with gourmet ingredients and good crust – for $9.99.
B.D. Riley's Irish Pub 204 E. Sixth, 494-1335 Live Music, Pub Grub Under $10 Irish music, excellent pub grub, and Guinness and Smithwick's Ale by the Imperial pint (20 ounces) makes this a great place to watch sports. Check out six 42-inch hi-def plasma TVs and the 65-inch "ScreenZilla" Mitsubishi in back.
BakerMan's Bakery 120 E. Seventh, 476-0060 Bakery/Coffeehouse
The Belmont 305 W. Sixth, 457-0300 Bars, Live Music, Fine Dining $25-40 This gorgeous eatery and bar serves superb drinks to a sea of young professionals decked-out and looking for fun. The service is the best in town, and the food is superb on some nights and middling on others.
Bess Bistro on Pecan 500 W. Sixth, 477-2377 Fine Dining, French $40+ This gem offers a varied menu of international comfort food served in a relaxed bistro atmosphere. A great selection of beer and spirits, and a well-thought-out wine list complement the experience.
The Boiling Pot 700 E. Sixth, 472-0985 Cajun/Creole $10-25 Fresh boiled seafood of every variety: shrimp, blue crabs, oysters on the half shell, crawfish (in season), boudin, gumbo, and red beans & rice.
Bowie Street BBQ at Whole Foods Market 525 N. Lamar, 476-1206 BBQ Under $10 All-natural Texas-style barbecue in a lunch-counter setting, featuring house-made beef andouille sausage, chicken, pulled pork, baby back ribs, and beef brisket. Available both by the plate and by the pound.
Brick Oven Restaurant 1209 Red River, 477-7006
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Italian, Pizza $10-25 Serves some of the best home-style, thin-crust pizzas with a personal touch.
Cafe Julienne 701 Congress, 457-8800 American Cafe $40+ This dining room at the newly refurbished Stephen F. has all the ambience of a nice hotel coffee shop. Breakfast only.
Cantina Laredo 201 West 3rd, 542-9670 Interior Mexican
Carmelo's Italian Restaurant 504 E. Fifth, 477-7497 Live Music, Fine Dining, Italian $40+ Offers an upscale Italian and continental menu in a beautifully restored Downtown railroad hotel. Live accordian music five nights a week.
Casino el Camino 517 E. Sixth, 469-9330 Bars, Burger Joint, Pub Grub Under $10 Famous for huge and juicy burgers with a variety of toppings, excellent hot dogs smothered in chili, and great hand-cut french fries. Great jukebox, too.
Champions 300 E. Fourth, 473-0450 Bars, Southern/Down-Home
Champions Sports Bar and Restaurant 300 E. Fourth, 473-0450 Pub Grub $10-25 Sixteen beers on tap, 24 plasma TVs, NBA League Pass, ESPN Gameday, and a late night menu make this a favorite place for getting your cheer on.
Chez Nous 510 Neches, 473-2413 Fine Dining, French $25-40 This grande mère of Austin's French restaurants offers classic bistro fare. After all these years, we're still partial to the Salade Lyonnaise and the elegant Mousse au Chocolat.
The Chicken Bowl 1610 Lavaca, 474-9003 Fast Food
Cibe 918 Congress, 478-3663 Italian
Cibo 918 Congress, 478-3663 Fine Dining, Italian $10-25 Chef Will Packwood's long-anticipated return to the restaurant scene lives up to expectations, delivering elegant, traditional Italian dishes with vibrant flavors, excellent service, and a comprehensive wine list.
CiCi's Pizza 1601 S. I-35, Round Rock,, 388-7844
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Pizza
Cissi's Market 1400 S. Congress, 225-0521 Groceries, Catering
Clay Pit 1601 Guadalupe, 322-5131 Indian $25-40 Best described as "contemporary Indian cuisine," pairing traditional Indian techniques and flavors with items such as mussels and salmon.
Copa Bar & Grill 217 Congress, 479-5002 Bars, Live Music, Tex-Mex Under $10 This popular Latin dance club features drinks, eats, live salsa and merengue on Fridays, as well as a Saturday DJ.
Cork & Co. 308 Congress, 474-2675 Bars, Vineyards, Liquor Store
Cozzoli's Pizza 704 Congress, 480-8440
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Chain, Delivery, Pizza $10-25 Specializes in the East Coast style of soft and gooey thin-crust pizza that tastes best when you're standing on a street corner.
Daddy's Grill & Bar 218 E. Sixth, 236-0778 Bars, Pub Grub Under $10 The huge flat-screen TVs are plentiful, and the angus burgers are flame-grilled. They also have a killer veggie burger.
Delaware Sub Shop #14 307 E. Sixth, 499-8611
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Chain, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Delivery, Fast Food, Take-Out
Delaware Sub Shop #2 107 W. Fifth, 445-0737
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Chain, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Delivery, Fast Food, Take-Out
The Dog & Duck Pub 406 W. 17th, 479-0598 Bars, Live Music, Pub Grub Under $10 You'll find free wi-fi, several hi-def TVs, and a friendly waitstaff. They also have the best fish and chips in Austin with many, many beverage options to accompany it.
Dominican Joe 515 S. Congress, 448-3919 Coffee House, Bakery/Coffeehouse
Doña Emilia's South American Bar & Grill 101 San Jacinto, 478-2520 Fine Dining, South American $25-40 The hearty cuisine of Colombia is represented here in the Sobrebarriga la Criolla, a stewed beef brisket in sauce, and the Pandebono, a Colombian-style cheese bread. Doña Emilia's also serves Sunday brunch.
Driskill Grill 604 Brazos, 391-7162 Bars, Fine Dining $40+ A grand and sophisticated experience you can proudly share with the most exacting Manhattanite. Housed in the ornate Driskill Hotel, the Grill is home to soon-to-be-celebrity-chef David Bull's imaginative cuisine that is hardly economical but certainly a value.
The Driskill Hotel 604 Brazos, 474-5911 Live Music, American Cafe, Hotels $25-40 A very proper and delicious tea is served here with all the trimmings. Three dainty courses of sandwiches, pastries, and petit fours are served with two teas and style.
Eddie V's Edgewater Grille 301 E. Fifth, 472-1860
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Bars, Live Music, Fine Dining, Seafood $40+ Fine dining in a supper-club atmosphere with live music almost every night. They specialize in fresh seafood, oysters, and prime beef.
El Mercado 1700 Lavaca, 477-7689
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Tex-Mex
Fadó 214 W. Fourth, 457-0172 Bars, American Cafe, Pub Grub Under $10 Hearty Irish-inspired food and friendly service make this spot a favorite. Hi-def TVs abound so belly up to jeer and cheer.
Finn & Porter 500 E. Fourth, 493-4900 Fine Dining $40+ Don't let the fact that it's in a hotel scare you off. Finn & Porter is a gorgeous place with top-notch sushi, inventive seafood, and perfectly cooked prime beef.
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 320 E. Second, 457-1500 Steakhouse $40+ The main attraction is perfectly prepared beef presented in a comfortable, clubby setting and enhanced by an extensive wine list and accomplished service.
Frank & Angie's Pizzeria 508 West Ave., 472-3534 Italian, Pizza $10-25 Where the proprietors of Hut's prove they can make pizza and cannoli as well as they do burgers and fries.
The Ginger Man 304 W. Fourth, 473-8801 Bars, Live Music, Pub Grub
GoBites 600 E. Sixth, 656-4348 Deli/Sandwich Shop, Fast Food, Take-Out
Gumbo's Louisiana Style Cafe 710 Colorado #100, 480-8053
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Cajun/Creole
Habana Calle 6 709 E. Sixth, 443-4252 Caribbean $10-25 Find deep-fried, rich, and plentiful Cuban here. Pork and plantains rule the roost, while sauces contain the flavors that drive the dishes from simple to something special.
Halcyon 218 W. Fourth, 472-9637 Coffee House, Live Music, Bakery/Coffeehouse, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Desserts Under $10 You'll find all kinds of espresso and coffee drinks, wines, scotches, and even a Chocolate Espresso Martini. Snack on their sandwiches and desserts in comfy lounge chairs.
Hickory Street Bar & Grille 800 Congress, 477-8968 Bars, Live Music, American Cafe $10-25 Jam-packed come lunchtime. Food bar, above-average hamburgers, and a New Orleans-style breakfast menu.
The Hideout Coffeehouse 617 Congress, 476-0473 Coffee House, Comedy Club, Live Music, Live Performance, Bakery/Coffeehouse Under $10 With goodies, coffee, tea, beer, films, performance art, bands, and a great view of the Congress goings-on, this storefront gathering spot is a major find.
Hoffbrau 613 W. Sixth, 472-0822 Steakhouse $10-25 A vestige of old Austin since 1934 and an icon for generations, they serve up steak, potatoes, and beer in a former feed store.
Hog Island Deli 1612 Lavaca, 482-9090 Deli/Sandwich Shop Under $10 For authentic hoagies on traditional Italian hard-crusted bread, this is the spot. Cheesesteaks and a nice assortment of pasta dishes round out the menu.
House Park Bar-B-Que 900 W. 12th, 472-9621 BBQ Under $10 No-frills, mesquite-smoked brisket, pork loin, sausage, and chicken plates and sandwiches, served from the same smoke-redolent shack since 1949.
Hut's Hamburgers 807 W. Sixth, 472-0693 Burger Joint Under $10 The legend rests not on its laurels but often atop beef eaters' picks for Best Burger. Famous for their two-for-one specials.
IHOP Various locations Fast Food
Imperia 310 Colorado, 472-6770 Pan-Asian $25-40 $25-40 Ground zero for the Dim Sum and small plate craze, this place also features a god wine list.
Iron Cactus Mexican Grill & Margarita Bar 606 Trinity, 472-9240 Bars, Live Music, Tex-Mex $10-25 In addition to stacked enchiladas, the extensive menu offers hearty steak, chicken, and shrimp dishes treated with combinations of Southwestern and Interior Mexican spices.
Iron Works Barbecue 100 Red River, 478-4855 BBQ $10-25 The Works retains its neighborly charm, with modest prices and self-serve beer offered from tin coolers.
Jaime's Spanish Village 802 Red River, 476-5149 Tex-Mex $10-25 This unassuming stone shack has kept 'em coming back for better than 60 years. Traditional Tex-Mex is complemented by the famous Margarita Jaime – a frozen margarita with fresh sangria on top.
Jim-Jim's Water-Ice 615 E. Sixth, 708-8285 Ice Cream/Sno-cone
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwich Shop 516 Congress, 457-4900
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Deli/Sandwich Shop
Jimmy John's Gourmet Sandwich Shop 601 W. MLK, 478-3111
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Deli/Sandwich Shop Under $10 "Established in 1983 to add to students GPA and general dating ability." The subs and clubs here might do just that.
Jo's Hot Coffee 242 W. Second, 469-9003 Deli/Sandwich Shop Under $10 You'll find an array of pastries and breakfast tacos early, and later in the day look for sandwiches, salads, burgers, and a few hot plates.
Joe's Bar & Grill 506 West Ave., 473-0885 Bars, Live Music, Pub Grub $10-25 From the folks at Louie's 106, you'll find hi-def flat-screens on every wall and some of the best upscale comfort food in town.
Katz's Deli & Bar 618 W. Sixth, 472-2037 American Cafe $10-25 New York, New York!Austin's own posh-nosh, a sit-down deli for the late-night crowd.
Kenichi 419 Colorado, 320-8883 Fine Dining, Pacific Rim $25-40 Offering freshly ground wasabi root, more than 20 different types of sake, and Kobe beef carpaccio, the trendiness of its clientele is matched equally by its decor.
KT's Deli 300 W. 15th, 495-9313 Deli/Sandwich Shop Under $10 Housed in the bottom floor of the William P. Clements Jr. Building, this cafeteria-style eatery boasts good food and low prices. Open for breakfast and lunch.
Kyoto 315 Congress, 482-9010 Japanese $40+ This elder statesman of Japanese restaurants offers scrumptious sushi and other Asian fare. Non-sushi items cover the basics in Japanese cuisine, but don't expect surprises.
La Bella Pizza 402 E. Sixth, 457-0099 Pizza
La Traviata 314 Congress, 479-8131 Fine Dining, Italian $25-40 From sublime starters like roasted beets with pistachios to the oh-so-tender roasted beef tenderloin, the food is the model for perfect preparation and clean flavors. Save room for the extraordinary polenta pound cake.
Lamberts 401 W. Second, 494-1500 Live Music, BBQ $10-25 Offering steaks, chops, seafood, and barbecue, this spot in the 2nd Street District caught on fast. That may have something to do with live music upstairs almost every night.
Las Manitas Avenue Cafe 211 Congress, 472-9357 Tex-Mex $10-25 If people-watching and amiable service don't explain the weekend wait, one taste of their Migas Especiales con Hongos surely will. Enjoy the dishwasher's song as you walk through the kitchen to get to the patio.
Lavaca Street Deli 1403 Lavaca, 477-6233 Deli/Sandwich Shop Under $10 This should be a favorite stop for anyone downtown at lunchtime. Big, freshly prepared sandwiches and fresh fruit are complimented by a small selection of salads.
Leaf 419 W. Second, 474-5323 American Cafe $10-25 Healthy, fresh, gourmet entrée salads in a fast-casual environment, made with a commitment to local farmers, vendors, and the environment. Fabulous quality.
Liberty Tavern 500 E. Fourth Bars, American Cafe
Little City 916 Congress, 476-2489
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Bakery/Coffeehouse Under $10 Popular coffee shop's nearest campus location, informally known as Itty Bitty City. Vast drink selection and happy hour specials as well as a top-notch bakery.
Living Foods Bar at Whole Foods 525 N. Lamar, 476-1206 Juice Bar, Vegetarian/Vegan $10-25 Über-healthy living-foods bar and “deli” case offering Austin’s largest selection of all-raw entrees, juices, smoothies, desserts, and salads.
Logan's on Sixth 200 E. Sixth, 236-0300 Bars, Pub Grub $10-25 Find gourmet pub grub and ten large-screen TVs. The beers are big and the bartenders work it to get your drinks in a hurry.
Louie's 106 106 E. Sixth, 476-1997 Mediterranean $25-40 Crisp, elegant, multitiered setting for Austin's original tapas. The beautifully lit bar is the perfect place to make your pitch.
Maggie Mae's 323 E. Sixth, 478-8541 Bars, Live Music, Pub Grub Under $10 There is always a friendly crowd at this Sixth Street stalwart. The grub is pub, and the TVs are hi-def.
Maiko Sushi Lounge 311 W. Sixth, 236-9888 Japanese $25-40 Japanese and fusion cuisine in a modern and swanky yet relaxed setting. Find standard sushi offerings, featuring Edomae (sushi Tokyo-style), and some signature rolls.
Málaga 208 W. Fourth, 236-8020 Bars, Live Music, Mediterranean $10-25 Austin's only full-time tapas bar offers a good core selection of the real thing, along with an excellent list of fairly priced wines and sherries.
Manuel's 310 Congress, 472-7555
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Bars, Live Music, Interior Mexican $25-40 Somehow Manuel's manages to be chic and casual at the same time. It continues to be our favorite place for value-priced drinks and appetizers. Look for live music on Sundays.
Marakesh 906 Congress, 476-7735 Mediterranean $10-25 Large portions at reasonable prices and some of the best and most authentic Middle Eastern food in town make this place the total experience.
Mariscos Seafood Grill 211 E. Sixth, 474-7372 Seafood, Tex-Mex $10-25 This place features a full Mexican menu in addition to their delicious seafood with a Mexican twist.
McCormick & Schmick's 401 Congress, 236-9600 Seafood $40+ This Portland, Ore.-based chain offers daily changing menus drawn from a "fresh list" of seafood flown in from around the globe. Great apple pie.
Mekong River 215 E. Sixth, 236-8878 Vietnamese Under $10 Formerly known as Công Lý, find the same pho, but you can't listen to Abba until 2am. A staple for quick, cheap, and tasty meals.
Mike's Pub 108 E. Seventh, 479-6424 Burger Joint Under $10 Climb the winding staircase and indulge in one of Mike's legendary greasy hamburgers. Loyal clients swear they are the best.
Mongolian Grille 117 San Jacinto, 476-3938
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Chinese
Moonshine Patio Bar & Grill 303 Red River, 236-9599 Live Music, American Cafe $25-40 Features an affordable American regional menu and a busy bar. The macaroni and cheese will make you forget where you parked.
Mr. Gatti's 701 W. Sixth, 477-2865, 512/459-2222
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Fast Food, Pizza, Take-Out Under $10
Mr. Gatti's 10025 Burnet Rd., 833-8140, 512/459-2222
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Fast Food, Pizza, Take-Out Under $10
Murphy's Deli 301 Congress, 474-8881
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Deli/Sandwich Shop
Murphy's Deli 120 E. Fourth, 472-8880
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Deli/Sandwich Shop
Murphy's Deli 600 Congress, 236-8881
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Deli/Sandwich Shop
Murphy's Deli 700 Lavaca, 480-8881
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Deli/Sandwich Shop
Murphy's Deli 111 Congress, 708-8881
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Deli/Sandwich Shop
New China Restaurant 908-D W. 12th, 478-1163 Chinese
Nuevo Leon Downtown 1500 San Jacinto, 236-8226 Tex-Mex Under $10 The Downtown location of this Eastside favorite is only open for breakfast and lunch, but you'll find the same chile con queso, tacos, and combination dinners that you crave.
Oilcan Harry's 211 W. Fourth, 320-8823 Bars, Dance Club, Pub Grub
Old Pecan Street Cafe 310 E. Sixth, 478-2491 American Cafe $25-40 For more than 25 years Pecan Street has been serving crepes and salads, Fat Chocolate cake, and wonderful coffee to a loyal clientele.
The Onion 200 E. Sixth, 708-1400 Pizza
Opal Divine's 700 W. Sixth, 477-3308
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Bars, Live Music, American Cafe $10-25 With an expansive deck and a view of the passersby on West Sixth, it's the perfect spot for checking your email while having a decent sandwich.
Paciugo Italian Gelato & Cafe 241 W. Second, 474-7600 Gelato/Sorbetto
Paradise Cafe 401 E. Sixth, 476-5667 American Cafe $10-25 Its Downtown location and hearty menu have led to its success as a lunch destination as well as a nighttime spot.
P.F. Chang's China Bistro 201 San Jacinto, 457-8300 Chinese $10-25
Pizza Hut 1811 Guadalupe, 320-8030
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Chain, Delivery, Fast Food, Pizza, Take-Out
Ranch 616 616 Nueces, 479-7616 Live Music, American Cafe Under $10 The venison Frito pie took the critics' Best Retro Game Dish in the 2006 Restaurant Poll, but others go for the fried oysters.
Restaurant Jezebel 914-C Congress, 499-3999 Fine Dining $40+ Owner/chef Parind Vora's delightful spicing and inventive combinations of flavor show his Indian heritage. The service is gracious and attentive as well as bilingual!
Ringers Sports Lounge 415 Colorado, 495-1558 Bars, Pub Grub $10-25 Giant-screen and plasma TVs to follow the action from any seat. Awesome appetizers; big, thick burgers; signature fries and onion rings; and very good cocktails.
Rio Colorado 511 E. Sixth, 236-1872 Take-Out, Tex-Mex
Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant 301 San Jacinto, 476-8300 Tex-Mex $10-25 Open for lunch and dinner, this Colorado-based Mexican food chain has a full bar and valet parking.
Ristorante Bellissimo 107 W. 5th, 391-1881 Italian $10-25
Rockets 118 W. Fifth, 482-0621 Burger Joint Under $10 Burgers, chicken sandwiches, and "planet-sized spuds." They claim it's their burgers you see in fast-food commercials.
Rojo Red 701 E. 11th, 478-1111 Fine Dining, Southwestern $40+ Offers American favorites prepared with local, organically grown fruits, vegetables, and meats whenever possible. Let them throw some Texas pecan wood on the grill for you this year.
Ronald McDonald House 403 E. 15th, 472-9844
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Delivery, Fast Food, Take-Out
Rooftop Cafe / Bernie's Place 500 N. I-35, 480-8181 American Cafe
Roppolo's Pizza Cart Fourth & Colorado, 476-1490 Italian
Roppolo's Pizzeria 414 E. Sixth, 477-5877
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Delivery, Pizza $10-25 Nothing beats a hot slice when you're making the nightly rounds on Sixth.
Roppolo's Pizzeria 316 E. Sixth, 476-1490
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Delivery, Pizza Under $10 Roppolo's offers a variety of pies at their Downtown location. Whether you're a vegetarian or a carnivore, they know how to pile on the toppings.
Roy's Austin 340 E. Second, 391-1500 Pacific Rim $10-25 This is Hawaiian cuisine fused with the flavors of Western Europe. If you're not sure what to order, try one of Roy's Classics, like the Yellow Fin Ahi Poketini.
Ruth's Chris Steak House 107 W. Sixth, 477-7884 Fine Dining, Steakhouse $40+ Nationally recognized steak house in a historic Austin building. Good steaks and à la carte side dishes, plus stock-market quotes for the business crowd.
Saba Blue Water Cafe 208-D W. Fourth, 478-7222 Bars, Pacific Rim $10-25 Busy, loud, and aimed more at the bar crowd than the food crowd. If you happen to be thirsty and want a snack while you're waiting for dinner, Saba fits the bill nicely.
Sagra Trattoria and Bar 1610 San Antonio St, 535-5988 Italian
Scholz Garten 1607 San Jacinto, 474-1958 Bars, Live Music, American Cafe
Scruffy's Foods 307 E. 6th, (512) 457-8700 Groceries
Seattle's Best Coffee 500 N. Lamar, 481-0296
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Coffee House, Bakery/Coffeehouse, Desserts Under $10 Owned by Starbucks, this bakery-and-coffee chain recently took over CC's locations across town.
Serrano's 1111 Red River, 322-9080
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Tex-Mex $10-25 Muchas margaritas and full-service Tex-Mex overlooking the Symphony Square amphitheatre.
Shoal Creek Saloon 909 N. Lamar, 474-0805 Live Music, Cajun/Creole, Pub Grub $10-25 A Cajun oasis next to Shoal Creek, with great South Louisiana chow, ice-cold beer, and a warm and fuzzy ambience. It's the friendliest sports bar in town.
Shoreline Grill 98 San Jacinto, 477-3300 Fine Dining $25-40 Panfusion food of the first order in the upper-moderate range, with items like semolina-crusted oysters with mango salsa and grilled tuna with sake-ginger butter. Stampede-popular at lunch.
Silhouette 718 Congress, 478-8899 Japanese $10-25 Sushi, rice rolls, dumplings, spring rolls, wraps, coffees, teas, and live music. It's the perfect spot for that late-night pick-me-up.
SnoBeach Hawaiian Shaved Ice East 38 1/2 & I-35
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Ice Cream/Sno-cone
Snowcones 1103 1/2 Tillery Bakery/Coffeehouse, Ice Cream/Sno-cone
Spaghetti Warehouse 117 W. Fourth, 476-4059 Italian $10-25 This kid-tested, mother-approved Italian restaurant is a surefire hit with the munchkins. The generous portions are anything but child's play.
Starbucks 600 Congress #G270, 499-0250
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Bakery/Coffeehouse
Starlite 407 Colorado, 374-9012 Fine Dining $25-40 A longtime local favorite, elegant and creative New American cuisine is made with fresh, seasonal ingredients and complemented by affordable wine options. Don't forget to go for brunch.
Stubb's 801 Red River, 480-8341 Live Music, BBQ $10-25 One of Austin's premier rhythm-and-grub joints. Damn good barbecue. The gospel brunch on Sundays has become so popular that reservations are a must for both seatings.
Subway 809 Congress, 443-9339
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Chain, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Delivery, Fast Food, Take-Out
Sullivan's Steakhouse 300 Colorado #200, 495-6504 Live Music, Fine Dining, Steakhouse $40+ The perfect meal here is the 24-ounce Cowboy Ribeye, along with their justifiably famous Wedge of Iceberg, slathered with a decadent bleu-cheese dressing.
T.G.I. Friday's 111 E. Cesar Chavez at the Radisson Hotel, 478-2991 American Cafe $25-40 Located in the Radisson hotel, they offer a recognizable, diverse American cafe menu that is comforting to business travelers.
Taco Shack Frost Plaza 402 Brazos, 473-0101 Tex-Mex Under $10 Good, substantial, and cheap Tex-Mex at several locations.
The Tavern 922 W. 12th, 320-8377 Bars, Pub Grub $10-25 Austin's most tradition-packed venue for sports viewing and a popular watering (and eating) hole for many decades. The building has been upgraded, as have the menu and food. More than 52 TVs.
Taverna 258 W. Second, 477-1001 Fine Dining, Italian $10-25 Find a variety of Italian staples such as bruschetta, pasta, risotto, and pizza. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday. Indoor and sidewalk tables are available.
Tears of Joy Hot Sauce Shop 618 E. Sixth, 499-0766 Tex-Mex, Cards/Gifts Under $10
Texadelphia 501 W. 15th, 391-9189
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Deli/Sandwich Shop Under $10 Combining Philly cheesesteak with a side of tortilla chips and salsa since 1985. They also serve chicken, burgers, and a handful of deli subs.
Texas Chili Parlor 1409 Lavaca, 472-2828 Southern/Down-Home Under $10 An Austin legend serving good burgers, sandwiches, Tex-Mex, and, of course, chili in many varieties to satisfy all tastes, even vegetarian. Laid-back atmosphere with a very eclectic patronage.
Texas Picnic Company 603 Sabine, 473-2518 Deli/Sandwich Shop
Thai Passion 620 Congress, 472-1244 Thai $10-25 The sun-lit atrium is the perfect setting to enjoy the light, fresh rendering of the cuisine of Northeastern Thailand.
Thai Tara 601 W. Sixth, 236-0856 Thai $10-25 This fashionable West Sixth Street outpost continues to be the destination for Downtown Thai food and atmosphere.
III Forks 111 Lavaca, 474-1776 Steakhouse $40+ A great sommelier, traditional luxury, and prime, aged beef, keep the crowd coming back. Enormous wedge salads and terrific steak-house sides tempt newcomers.
Thundercloud Subs #1 1608 Lavaca, 478-3281
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Chain, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Delivery, Fast Food, Take-Out
Thundercloud Subs #10 903 W. 12th, 322-0154
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Chain, Deli/Sandwich Shop, Delivery, Fast Food, Take-Out
Torchy's Tacos 511 E. Sixth, 474-7000
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Tex-Mex Under $10
Torchy's Tacos 520 W. Sixth, 789-2063
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Tex-Mex Under $10
TRIO at the Four Seasons 98 San Jacinto, 685-8300 Fine Dining $40+ Look over Lady Bird Lake and transcend the usual hotel dining scene. Focus on unusual and creative preparation of appetizers and side dishes, and terrific steaks and seafood. At dinner, find a special occasion place with romantic lighting and efficient service.
Truluck's 400 Colorado, 482-9000 Seafood, Steakhouse $25-40 The noise level and the prices are both steep here, but you'll enjoy aged beef,fresh seafood, and great salads in an elegant steakhouse setting.
Wahoo's Fish Tacos 509 Rio Grande, 476-3474 Seafood Under $10 You'll feel like you're on vacation here, even if it's only a lunch hour. Regulars here become addicted to the Banzai bowl and keep coming back for tacos and Baja rolls.
Wok This Way 314 W. 17th, 473-2WOK Chinese, Delivery, Take-Out Under $10