What are the best restaurants in Austin?

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Where should I eat in Austin?

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From street food to fine dining — discover the best restaurants in Austin with curated picks, local tips, and free itinerary planning tools.

Franklin Barbecue — Aaron Franklin's legendary BBQ joint where the line starts at 8 AM, serving brisket that won a James Beard Award and draws BBQ pilgrims worldwide.
Uchi — Tyson Cole's acclaimed Japanese restaurant in south Austin, with innovative sushi, omakase, and a James Beard Award for Best Chef Southwest.
La Barbecue — A east Austin BBQ truck with pitmaster John Lewis, serving mesquite-smoked brisket, beef ribs, and sausage with minimal wait times.
Torchy's Tacos — An Austin-born taco chain with creative tacos like the Democrat (shredded beef) and the Brushfire (Jamaican jerk chicken), started from a food truck.
Joe's Bakery — A family-run Tex-Mex institution since 1962, serving breakfast tacos, menudo, and homemade tortillas from 6 AM on East 6th Street.
Kemuri Tatsu-ya — A Japanese-Texan fusion restaurant on East 6th, combining izakaya and smokehouse traditions with brisket ramen and smoked fish.
Suerte — A modern Mexican restaurant in east Austin by Chef Fermín Núñez, with house-made masa, suadero tacos, and a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Launderette — A trendy all-day bistro in east Austin by Chef Larry McGuire, with a raw bar, wood-fired dishes, and a popular weekend brunch.