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Address: 811 W Live Oak St, Austin, TX 78704
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In 1945, the Koock family mansion (1894) was converted into a restaurant and has been a favorite place for special occasions ever since. Offering gracious Southern hospitality, the establishment serves American cuisine with Texas flair. Appetizing dishes include shrimp-stuffed veal, redfish with blue crab, and duck...
Address: 613 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701
It may seem like a hole in the wall and a bit out of place along trendy West Sixth Street – and it is – but Hoffbrau has attained a "beloved institution" status that precludes any attempt at pretense. In business since 1934, the place is still operated by the same family, and more than a few employees have been there...
Address: 3509 Ranch Rd 620 N, Austin, TX 78734-2112
Esteemed Hudson's is located within a small Hill Country cottage, and a smokehouse and herb garden are housed just outside. Chef/owner Jeff Blank and chef Jay Moore are famous for their use of wild game and exotic ingredients. If you're adventurous, sample Omar's rattlesnake cakes with chipotle cream sauce or the Axis...
Address: 2900 Ranch Rd 620 N, Austin, TX 78734
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This much-favored restaurant has been dubbed "Lake Mex" for its outstanding Tex-Mex fare and its breathtaking sunset views of Lake Travis. Enjoy the latter while you dig into specialties like grilled shrimp, chicken enchiladas, rainbow trout Veracruz, and fajitas that get tenderness and flavor from pineapple juice...
Address: 701 Congress Ave, InterContinental Stephen F. Austin Hotel, Austin, TX 78701
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The ambience at Roaring Fork can best be described as "upscale cowboy." The menu follows suit, with Southwestern, Mexican, and Southern influences. A fun starter is the New Mexico Fondue Pot, accompanied by little lamb chops, chile-pecan bread, and butternut squash. Main courses include mustard-rubbed pork tenderloin...
Address: 11800 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753
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This is down-home cooking at its best, beginning with the usual array of Lone Star breakfast dishes, all expertly prepared. Lunch and dinner consist of the heartiest country fare – chicken fried steak, fried catfish, grilled steaks, and fried chicken. A salad bar can also be had, complete with potato salad and cole...
Address: 1409 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701
One critic described this place as "funky bar meets roadhouse." However you describe it, it enjoys a faithful clientele who can order their chili at varying degrees of heat. If you're not in the mood for something in a bowl, try a chili cheeseburger, or chili-topped enchiladas, or even a tame but tasty grilled chicken...
Address: 1201 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702
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Tony's has a super-casual atmosphere and a limited menu, which allows them to do everything just right. Appetizer choices are Southern-style nachos, chicken drumettes, chicken quesadillas, and seasoned fries. Main courses are a bit more varied: pork chops, chicken fried steak, fried catfish, and beef enchiladas. Be...
Address: 812 S Austin Ave, Georgetown, TX 78626
Wildfire has garnered raves from big-city types, and its blue corn-crusted catfish even earned a nod from a national magazine. If that doesn't entice you to make the trek to Georgetown, perhaps Southwestern seafood chowder will. Or maybe cracked-pepper chicken fried steak or grilled Jamaican jerk pork chops will do...
Address: 1110 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703
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One of Austin's locations of the small Southwestern chain, this casual spot is invariably popular. Set in a converted home with bright Southwestern decor and garage doors that open to expose diners to the great outdoors, it builds its reputation on zesty American-Southwestern cuisine (with the occasional Cajun hint)....
