SXSW 2023 Food Guide Discover by 📸

Another Austin OG foodie standout. Continues to be excellent and a must check out. Menu changes often - so some favs listed may not be there.

Modern and elevated Caribbean cuisine. Little bit of African, a little bit of Indian and everything in between. Spicy! One of the best new restaurants in town. Getting national attention. Must try the Jerk Chicken and cocktails. From the Emmer & Rye team.

"Cowboy-wok cooking." Love love these tiny tacos, maybe best in town. Bomb elote. Food truck with some picnic tables. Must try.

Celebrated taco and Taqueria joint. James Beard winner. Inventive and delicious specials on the reg so posted menu doesn't do it justice.

Considered some of the best new tacos in town. Definitely add to your list. Small - about two bites each, so get one of each for your first visit. Food truck - picnic table seating.

Super fantastic elevated sushi. Try it all. Great upscaled lunch combos. Great happy hour. From the MML team.

One of the OG ramen spots, and considered some of the best ramen in Austin. Several locations around town. Can't go wrong with The OG.

Super delicious and creative Neapolitan pizza. One of the top pizza (and pasta) spots in town. Also really great wine program. Stefano Ferrara wood-burning oven, which runs north of 900 degrees. Two locations - check out the reopened spot on the East side.

Spectacular lightly charred, wood-fired New York / Brooklyn style pies. Just moved into a brick and mortar. Lot of buzz in the Austin pizza scene.

Best upscale casual spot for oysters and seafood. Super small place. Fun patio. Must check out.

Focus is on a great breakfast and brunch. Central East Austin. Popular roof top.

Wood fire goodness. Some national acclaim. From the team behind Emmer & Rye. Date night.

Seasonally inspired farm to table restaurant serving American cuisine in a Dim Sum Style. Some of the best handmade bread and pasta (heirloom grains). Great tasting menu. Cacio e Pepe is fabulous.

Trendy neighborhood joint with great food and patio. Popped up on some national lists (NYT, Bon Appétit, Esquire). Menu changes often - so expect to see new inventive things regularly. Walk-ins only. Get there early, usually a line (but grab a drink while you wait).

OG best high end sushi in Austin. Must do. Sit back and let the staff guide you on what to get. Walu Walu is a staple.

Legit Asian fusion options with awesome live music on the weekends. Also - bar cart.

Hoppin’ Downtown East Side spot with Instagramy food and drinks. Go with friends. A lot of fun. Great patio. Can find DJ on the weekends.

Upscale, elevated, modern Mexican. Delicious marg. Maybe best guacamole. Amazing carne asada.

Trendy and Instagramy. Bomb tacos and margs on the East Side. Definitely check it out.

One of the best upscale Mediterranean food in town. Hoppin' and beautiful spot. Fun date night or evening out with friends. Great patio. Be sure to get the hummus.

Fantastic modern Korean-American spot. One of the favorites in town right now. Serves traditional favorites and non-traditional dishes inspired by mom’s recipes.

Uber popular, modern, wood-fired Italian downtown. Books out far in advance. Put it on your list. Good energy and fun date night.

Austin outpost of the famous Tennessee Hot & Spicy Fried Chicken joint. Super solid fried chicken, sides, and desserts.

Trending BBQ spot from the Mueller family. Expect a line around the corner and to be out of some items after noon. Delicious brisket.

Gourmet BBQ in intimate setting downtown. Live music upstairs. Great before or after a show at ACL Live. Part of the MML family.

Seriously great BBQ. Sides are particularly good. Free beans, bread, and condiments.

Best soup dumplings in Austin. Fun bungalow with delicious and modern Chinese dishes. Awesome brunch and dim sum on the weekends.