dining
SXSW special edition
Restaurant Guide WALK ABLE SXSW Eateries 24 Diner
600 N. Lamar Blvd (512) 472 5400 Open 24 hours Get chef-inspired comfort food made from local ingredients all day and all of the night at this stepped up diner. Bess Bistro on Pecan
500 W. 6th St. (512) 477 2377
A French bistro with a southern Cajun flair. The menu offers an eclectic choice of well-prepared European and American favorites like Creole Shrimp Bess, Steak Frites and the wildly popular Tuesday-only special, Chicken Pot Pie. East Side Show Room
1100 E. 6th St. (512) 467 4280
Delicious vintage cocktails served up with loads of local options. Warm, eccentric space with unique design and people watching opportunities. Foreign & Domestic
306 E. 53rd St. (512) 459 1010
With a menu that changes regularly to accommodate fresh local and seasonal ingredients, Foreign & Domestic is the delicious
and creative collaboration between husband and wife duo, Ned and Jodi Elliot. Definitely worth the cab ride from downtown. Frank
407 Colorado St. (512) 494 6916 Open until 2am M-Sa Now, this is our kind of hot dog. Choose from an assortment of artisan sausages like the Jackalope with local antelope, rabbit and pork sausage, or the simple and delicious Chicago Dog. The Good Knight
1300 E. 6th St. (512) 628 1250 Open until midnight
This inviting gastropub now serving lunch as well as dinner is home to both elevated comfort foods as well as gourmet creations. Don’t overlook the stellar drink list. G’Raj Mahal
91 Red River St. (512) 480 2255 A cozy covered patio makes this food trailer feel like a restaurant, and the savory, aromatic dishes don’t hurt either for diners craving a little Indian street food.
Haddington’s
Lamberts
Serving dinner until 11pm Settle into this cozy, rustic lounge for a unique tavern experience. The dark wood and warm lighting complement the sophisticated pub fare, including rabbit fricassee, fish and chips and London broil.
Not your standard BBQ fare, meats are given an Austin twist, like the ribeye glazed with brown sugar and mustard. The upstairs lounge swingswith live music Tuesday through Sunday.
Iron Works BBQ
303 Red River St. (512) 236 9599
601 W. 6th St. (512) 992 0204
100 Red River St. (512) 478 48855
No frills: grab your beer from the ice bucket, rip off your own paper towel and get ready for some traditional dripping ribs. J. Black’s Feel Good Lounge
710-B W. 6th St. (512) 433 6954
Pub fare at its best. Try the Texas Kobe beef sliders and signature thin-crust pizzas. Justine’s Brasserie
4710 E. 5th St. (512) 385 2900 Open until 2am
You won’t find another brasserie in Austin that serves elegant French classics like steak tartare and coq au vin until 2am. Jump in a cab and head east. La Condesa
400-A W. 2nd St. (512) 499 0300 Delectable cocktails, tasty tacos and appetizers, all inspired by the hip and bohemian Condesa neighborhood in Mexico City. Dishes range from street food faves to sophisticated specialties.
401 W. 2nd St. (512) 494 1500
Moonshine
Happy hour specials and fun appetizers, like corn dog shrimp, served on a stick with blueberry honey mustard for dipping. Mulberry
360 Nueces St. (512) 320 0297 Open until 2am Th-Sa Executive Chef and native Austinite Jacob Weaver takes Mulberry’s cuisine as seriously as the restaurants’ extensive wine and beer selection. Standouts on the seasonal menu are the meatballs in a white wine broth and a hamburger with pancetta, Gruyere, tomato and egg. Parkside
301 E. 6th St. (512) 474 9898 Featuring an extensive raw bar and oyster menu, Parkside is a favorite among local gourmands. Entrees include classic staples given an innovative twist, such as the seared scallops on a bed of apple couscous. Perla’s
1400 S. Congress Ave. (512) 291 7300 The latest venture from star chef Larry McGuire. Great selection of oysters, clever cocktails, and
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one of the freshest options for seafood in town. Ranch 616
616 Nueces St. (512) 479 7616 Chef Kevin Williamson delivers on fresh and flavorful seafood options like jalapeño maiz trout and gulf fish tacos. Lively atmosphere. Classic Austin cool. South Congress Café
1600 S. Congress Ave. (512) 447 3905 Whether brunch or dinner, this SoCo staple serves continental cuisine reinterpreted with an Austin flair. In addition to specialty steaks and classic southwestern fare, the more daring diners can sample the café’s distinctive menu, featuring wild boar, venison and quail. Shoreline Grill
98 San Jacinto Blvd. (512) 477 3300 The Shoreline Grill is an Austin original, serving up only the best in sustainable seafood, locally sourced produce, and a fresh new approach to American cuisine with a coveted view of Lady Bird Lake. Takoba
1411 E. 7th St. (512) 628 4466 This East Side newbie delivers bold, authentic flavors in its Mexican cuisine with chilies, beans, and herbs imported straight from Mexico. Enjoy handmade cocktails al fresco in the spacious backyard for an incredible meal.
Trace
200 Lavaca St. (512) 542 3600 Set in the new W hotel, this unique concept from Chef Paul Hargrove, focuses on responsibly and locally sourced ingredients from Texan farmers and artisans. It’ s all about classic cuisine reminiscent of European fare, with a New American twist. TRIO
98 San Jacinto Blvd. (512) 685 8300 This sleek space with a lovely trellised patio overlooking Lady Bird Lake in the Four Seasons Hotel serves up clever dishes, with several prime steak and seafood offerings. Truluck’s
400 Colorado St. (512) 482 9000 Dedicated to the sustainable seafood movement, Truluck’ s offers the freshest Florida Stone Crab from its own fisheries and a rotating menu of fresh-catch seafood, in addition to incredible steaks. With an impressive selection of over 100 wines, Truluck’ s is truly a gourmet experience. The Woodland
1716 S. Congress Ave. (512) 441 6800 Sip original handmade cocktails at this SoCo hipster haven, serving up modern comfort food, made fresh daily, in a cozy arboreal space. Bottles of wine are half price on Sunday and Monday nights.
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