Bufalina Pizza
East Austin · Italian · Pizza
Neapolitan pizza, homemade pasta, and natural wine in a cozy walk-in-friendly spot.
Best for: Date night · Wine · Walk-ins · Small group
A curated guide
A handpicked list of Austin spots worth sharing with friends.
30 spots
East Austin · Italian · Pizza
Neapolitan pizza, homemade pasta, and natural wine in a cozy walk-in-friendly spot.
Best for: Date night · Wine · Walk-ins · Small group
East Austin · Coffee
Chill East Austin coffee shop with reliable espresso, bike repair shop, and work-friendly setup.
Best for: Coffee · Work · Solo stop · Casual meetup
East Austin · Mexican · Tacos
Straightforward taco truck with some of the best al pastor on the eastside.
Best for: Quick bite · Late night · Tacos · Lunch
South Lamar · Japanese · BBQ
Asian smokehouse mashup with strong shared plates, quick ordering, and an easy group vibe.
Best for: Group dinner · Casual dinner · Date night · Drinks
East Austin · Coffee
Incredible aesthetic, cozy atmosphere, and great coffee.
Best for: Coffee · Work · Solo stop · First date · Casual meetup
East Austin · Coffee · Mexican
Mexican-inspired coffee, masa-driven bites, and authentic flavors.
Best for: Coffee · Work · Quick bite · First date · Casual meetup
East Austin · BBQ
Pepper forward flavors and some of the best Pork Ribs in Austin.
Best for: BBQ · Lunch · Visitors · Meat lovers
East Austin · Tacos · Mexican
Taco spot with strong flavor, quick service, and a dependable neighborhood following.
Best for: Tacos · Quick bite · Late night · Lunch
East Austin · Cocktail Bar
Well known East Austin cocktail bar serving seasonally-inspired cocktails in a lively patio scene.
Best for: Cocktails · Date night · Group hang · Night out
East Austin · Fried Chicken
Juicy fried chicken spot with Thai inspired flavors and strong spice.
Best for: Fried chicken · Quick bite · Late night · Casual dinner
East Austin · Mexican · Tacos
Birria-forward taco spot with best consome on the eastside.
Best for: Quick bite · Lunch · Tacos
East Austin · Tacos · Mexican
Laid-back beer garden for tacos, coffee, and pints with an easy, group-friendly vibe.
Best for: Group hang · Lunch · Beer · Coffee · Casual hang
East Austin · Tacos · Coffee · Cocktail Bar
Aesthetics on point works from coffee to cocktails with a strong social setup. See our girl Lizzy at the bar.
Best for: Group hang · Drinks · Coffee · Casual hang
East Austin · Sandwiches · Burger · Tacos
Casual neighborhood bodega for breakfast tacos, quick bites, and a solid craft beer lineup.
Best for: Quick bite · Breakfast tacos · Lunch · Casual hang
Clarksville · Steakhouse · French
Classic Austin steakhouse for dry-aged cuts, polished service, and special-occasion night.
Best for: Special occasion · Client dinner · Date night · Steak
South Lamar · Tex-Mex · Mexican
Lively Tex-Mex institution for margaritas, big groups, and a classic Austin atmosphere.
Best for: Group dinner · Margaritas · Parents visit · Casual hang
Cherrywood · New American · Steakhouse
Locally driven Texas cooking with wild game, seasonal plates, and creative appetizers
Best for: Date night · Meat lovers · Brunch · Local Austin flavor
East Austin · New American · Coffee
Stylish café and social club energy serving coffee and brunch.
Best for: Brunch · Coffee · Work · First date
East Austin · Mexican · Tacos
Boozy margs, average tacos, colorful energy, and a fun patio scene.
Best for: Margaritas · Tacos · Casual dinner · Group hang
East Austin · Coffee · Cocktail Bar
Coffee shop by day and beer stop by night with a relaxed neighborhood feel.
Best for: Coffee · Work · Beer · Casual meetup
East Austin · New American
Stylish neighborhood restaurant with shareable New American plates and strong brunch-to-dinner flexibility.
Best for: Date night · Brunch · Group dinner · Parents visit
East Austin · Coffee
Neighborhood roaster with decent coffee and large outdoor workspaces.
Best for: Coffee · Work · Solo stop · Quick bite
East Austin · Tex-Mex · Mexican
Old-school Tex-Mex spot with strong breakfast plates, casual energy, and classic Austin character.
Best for: Breakfast tacos · Brunch · Casual meal · Comfort food
South Austin · Sandwiches
Creative sandwich spot with bold flavors in the heart of The Yard.
Best for: Sandwiches · Lunch · Quick bite
East Austin · Mexican
High-end Mexican restaurant with house-made masa, quality cocktails, and a strong date-night atmosphere.
Best for: Date night · Special occasion · Mexican · Cocktails
East Austin · Burger
Smash-style burgers served out back at Whisler’s.
Best for: Burgers · Casual dinner · Late night · Quick bite
East Austin · Coffee
Aesthetically driven space serving quality coffee and a cozy vibe.
Best for: Coffee · Work · Solo stop · Quick bite
East Austin · Ramen · Japanese
Austin staple ramen shop with fast-moving service.
Best for: Ramen · Casual dinner · Quick bite · Comfort food
East Austin · Burger
Classic smashburger with crispy edges and simple toppings.
Best for: Burgers · Late night · Quick bite · Casual dinner
East Austin · Brewery
Quality beer and a great atmosphere for group gatherings.
Best for: Beer · Group hang · Casual hang