Kemuri Tatsu-ya is serving Japanese/barbecue/Tex-Mex fusion in East Austin, and it’s one of the greatest meals you can have in the city right now.

June’s All Day is a cool, casual cafe on South Congress we endorse for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks.

Just because it’s not Franklin’s BBQ doesn’t mean it’s not worth your time. This is some of the best BBQ in Austin.

Loro is an Asian smokehouse from the teams behind Franklin Barbecue and Uchi. And yes, it’s exactly as great as you’d expect.

Hillside Farmacy is just as excellent as it is attractive.

A big, open indoor/outdoor space great for cocktails and Southern food.

Odd Duck is an excellent Southern restaurant serving sophisticated food without any stuffiness.

Le Politique in Downtown Austin is a place to see, be seen, and eat some great French food.

The second location of Fresa’s is even better than the original.

Little Deli feels like a trip back to a simpler time, when the perfect Italian sandwich or slice of pizza was all you really needed.

Elizabeth St. Cafe isn’t just one of the cutest spots in Austin - it’s also one of the best places for a healthy-ish (or not) meal.

One of our favorite places to spend an afternoon eating in the sun is Lucy’s Fried Chicken, with a bucket of bird, grilled oysters, and beers.

With its sleek design, small plates menu, and great patio, Launderette is your place for brunch and girls night out.

Excellent gourmet tacos and a charming space to enjoy them in.

Perla’s is the best upscale seafood experience you can have in Austin.

We don't use the term 'legit' often, but there's no other way to describe Tamale House East. Hit it for the breakfast tacos and best migas in town.